Soaring executions in Iran suggest use as ‘tool of state intimidation,’ UN says
At least 47% of executions carried out in Iran in 2025 had been related to drug offences, the UN human rights office said. Read more at Read More
Norway advising citizens of preparations for wartime property requisitions, military says
The letters have no practical impact in peacetime other than to let owners know that the military may take over their goods in the event of a conflict, the statement…
At least 13 children killed in school bus crash in South Africa, police say
Preliminary reports indicate 11 schoolchildren died at the scene, with two others succumbing to their injuries later in hospital. Read more at Read More
Iranian foreign minister will not attend Davos, WEF confirms
Iran’s foreign minister will not be attending the Davos summit in Switzerland this week, the World Economic Forum said on Monday. Araghchi was supposed to appear on Davos stage on…
Spain: Rescue efforts continue as death toll rises in Córdoba train crash
Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 39 and authorities fear more bodies could be found. Read more at Read More
Latest news bulletin | January 19th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 19th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
One dead and four wounded in Czech town hall shooting, police in Chřibská say
The shooting took place at the Chřibská town hall and police said the suspect was fatally shot and there was no further danger to the public. Read more at Read…
Hackers target Iran state TV’s satellite transmission to broadcast exiled crown prince
The death toll exceeds that of any other round of protest or unrest in Iran in decades and recalls the chaos surrounding the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Read more at Read…
Trump tells Norway’s PM he has no obligation to ‘think purely of peace’ after Nobel snub
Trump has boasted about ending eight wars, styling himself as “the president of peace” and therefore deserving of the Nobel honour but those claims have been exaggerated. Read more at…
Wildfires in Chile kill at least 19, force 50,000 to evacuate
Wildfires in southern Chile are devastating communities, with 19 dead and over 50,000 evacuated. Read more at Read More