A Venezuelan Political Prisoner Finally Comes Home
Ángel Godoy was thrown into jail after writing columns that angered the government of President Nicolás Maduro. Now his family is trying to make up for lost time.
Month: January 2026
Trump’s First Year Could Have Lasting Economic Consequences
[President Trump’s policies have so far done little to change the overall state of the American economy, but economists warn they will ultimately weaken the United States.
Japan’s snap poll on Feb 8
TOKYO: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Monday she would dissolve parliament this week ahead of a snap election on February 8, hoping for a stronger mandate to push through her ambitious policy agenda. The country’s first woman leader is banking on her high poll numbers to lead the unpopular ruling Liberal Democratic Party … Read more
Trump to meet global CEOs at Davos
[ US president’s visit looms over WEF; China’s vice premier to also court business leaders U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with members of the media aboard Air Force One en route from Florida to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S., January 11, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS DAVOS: Donald Trump is expected to meet global business leaders in … Read more
Islamic State Claims Deadly Attack on Chinese Restaurant in Afghanistan
A bombing that killed seven people and injured a dozen more at a noodle restaurant in a busy area of Kabul is likely to heighten China’s growing security concerns in Afghanistan.
Morocco achieve record FIFA ranking
Morocco’s forward Youssef En-Nesyri celebrates after winning the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final. Photo: AFP RABAT: Morocco have achieved their highest FIFA men’s world ranking, rising to eighth, despite losing the Africa Cup of Nations final to Senegal, who climbed to 12th on Monday. Morocco were by Senegal in the decider in Rabat on Sunday, … Read more
Sabalenka ready to mix it up
Aryna Sabalenka celebrates after winning the Brisbane International tennis tournament. Photo: AFP MELBOURNE: The second round of the Australian Open begins on Wednesday with top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka in action, along with Coco Gauff and Alexander Zverev. Alcaraz v Hanfmann Looking to win the one Grand Slam that has eluded him, Alcaraz … Read more
Pakistan introduces first-ever cannabis regulatory policy to curb misuse, boost economy
[ Policy envisages regulated plant cultivation, derivatives manufacturing for medicinal, industrial use ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has approved the National Cannabis Control and Regulatory Policy, 2025, to curb the misuse of cannabis and market manipulation. The cabinet had earlier formed a high-level committee to examine the proposed policy while keeping in view the international best … Read more
India, UAE sign $3b LNG deal
Two sides signed a letter of intent to work towards forming a strategic defence partnership NEW DELHI/DUBAI: India signed a $3 billion deal on Monday to buy liquefied natural gas from the United Arab Emirates, making it the UAE’s top customer, as the leaders of both countries held talks to strengthen trade and defence ties. … Read more
A Bite-Size Column About Delight and Wonder in Science
In Trilobites, reporters aim to share new findings in the science world, be it interspecies friendships or discoveries of ancient fossils.