US Senate passes Trump-backed government funding deal to avert partial shutdown
The bill passed 71-29 and will now head to the House, which is not due back until Monday, meaning the government could be in a partial shutdown temporarily over the…
Mass blackout and water shortages hit Ukraine
The incident follows Russia’s months-long campaign targeting Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, which has inflicted severe damage to the energy system. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | January 31st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 31st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Venezuela announces a general amnesty for political prisoners incarcerated since 1999
Delcy Rodríguez proposes an amnesty law that would cover political prisoners detained during the entire Chavista period. The measure excludes cases of murder, drug trafficking and human rights violations. Families…
The United Nations risks ‘imminent financial collapse’, secretary-general Antonio Guterres warns
Guterres’ warning comes as US President Donald Trump’s administration has, in recent months, reduced its funding to some UN agencies and has rejected or delayed some mandatory contributions. Read more…
At least 12 people killed in Gaza by Israeli strikes, hospital sources say as ceasefire advances
The strikes hit locations in northern and southern Gaza, including an apartment building in Gaza City and a tent in Khan Younis, officials at hospitals that received the bodies said.…
‘Macron effect’ boosts French eyewear designer
In the Henry Jullien workshop, machines have been running at full speed since French President Macron appeared in public wearing the company’s sunglasses. Founded in 1921 and specialising in high-end…
Thousands march across US cities during anti-ICE strike
Thousands of Minnesotans march through downtown Minneapolis, the US, braving the bitter cold as part of a broader strike and protest against federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations. Read more…
Latest news bulletin | January 31st, 2026 – Morning
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Central Asia is in a boom phase — with some caveats
Headline GDP is strong, but per-capita gaps, inflation and borrowing costs complicate the picture. Read more at Read More