At least six killed in Pakistan as fire rips through Karachi shopping mall
Pakistani leaders offer condolences as firefighters battle a major blaze in Karachi.
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Canada breaks with US on China tariffs
Canada will cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for lower Chinese duties on Canadian farm expor
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Iran holds more funerals after deadly unrest
Footage shows Iranians at funerals in Isfahan and Hamadan for those killed in protests authorities have called “riots.”
Published On 16 Jan 2026
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South Korea’s former President Yoon sentenced to five years: What we know
Former leader found guilty of charges related to 2024 martial law decree, but could face death penalty in separate case.
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Venezuela’s Machado gives Trump her Nobel Peace Prize: Is it his now?
Machado and Trump met at the White House amid uncertainty over the future of Venezuela.
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Why is Iran’s economy failing, prompting deadly protests?
The collapse of the rial and soaring prices sparked the first protest by shopkeepers in Tehran.
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Will eliminating fraud clear the US national deficit as Trump claims?
US president says ‘massive’ fraud has caused budget imbalance, but calculations do not support this.
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Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act in Minnesota: What it means
Trump threatened to invoke the rarely used act if officials failed to quell protests against ICE agents.
Trump welcomes Venezuela’s Maria Corina Machado in closed-door meeting
The Venezuelan opposition leader said she presented Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize, an honour he has long coveted.
What lies ahead for Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado?
Machado has argued that the opposition has a ‘mandate’ to succeed Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
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Trump suspends immigrant visas for 75 countries: Who’s affected?
The suspension will take effect on January 21 but does not apply to visitors or short-term visa holders.
