Trump: ‘We’re looking at some very strong options’ against Iran
US President Donald Trump has said his country is looking at “some very strong options” against Iran, where the death toll from clashes between anti-government protesters and security personnel is reportedly rising. Demonstrations are spreading across Iran amid rising prices partly caused by Western economic sanctions. The actual death toll is not known. But a... Read More
With all eyes on the Oscars race, Timothée Chalamet’s victory has given him a boost over his rivals. “.
I’m in a category with many greats,” he said when accepting his trophy It was Chalamet’s fifth Globes nomination, but his first win. “My dad instilled in me a spirit of gratitude growing up, always be grateful for what you have,” he said. “It’s allowed me to leave this ceremony in the past empty handed,... Read More
German Chancellor Merz begins his first state visit to India Merz is due to meet India’s Prime Minister Modi, on his first visit to India as a chancellor. The visit comes just weeks ahead of plans to sign a long-awaited free trade agreement between India and the EU.
Merz is due to meet India’s Prime Minister Modi, on his first visit to India as a chancellor. The visit comes just weeks ahead of plans to sign a long-awaited free trade agreement between India and the EU. DW has more. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, IndiaFriedrich... Read More
Iran UPdates:Kurdistan Judiciary Chief Claims ‘Main Leaders’ of Protests Have Been Arrested” Tasnim News Agency reported on Sunday, January 11, 2026, quoting the head of the Kurdistan Province judiciary, that people labeled as “rioters” and “protest leaders” had been arrested in several cities across the region. The announcement came as Kurdish human rights groups had already reported widespread arrests of protesters and civil activists in the province-
A student, a bodybuilder and a father of three among those killed during protests in Iran According to the head of Kurdistan’s judiciary, the detainees are accused of carrying out what authorities described as “sabotage activities” in several cities across the region. In recent days, Iranian media have repeatedly described charges such as “leadership” of... Read More
Iranian state TV is reporting that a member of its security force has been killed by protesters this evening.
Brigadier general Javad Keshavarz, who was in charge of the counter narcotics force in the eastern city of Mashhad, was killed in “an attack by armed rioters” at around 9:30pm local time (6pm UK time), according to the report. Iran latest: ‘More than 500 now dead’ in Iran protests with ‘around 10,000’ arrested, say Senior... Read More
Cricket: Kohli misses out on a ton as India defeats New Zealand in the first ODI.
Capitalise on promising starts, with only Daryl Mitchell making a significant contribution, while skipper Michael Bracewell was run out from a direct hit by Shreyas Iyer.Mitchell blazed his way to 84 with five boundaries and three sixes before being trapped leg-before to Prasidh Krishna while attempting another big shot. Kristian Clarke’s unbeaten 24 helped New... Read More
A Bolton crash claimed the lives of four people, including three teenagers.
swift and professional response in such difficult circumstances. Our community will stand together in support and we will await further updates from the authorities.” GMP is urging any witnesses to come forward with information. Local councillor Ayyub Patel said the “community is very saddened by the tragic news”, saying the authorities should be left to... Read More
Over 500 people were killed and 10,000 people were arrested during protests in Iran, and the death toll is still rising.
The number of reported deaths at the Iranian protests has been updated continuously throughout the day. According to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), cited by the Reuters news agency, 538 people have died. This comprises 48 Iranian security officers and 490 demonstrators. There have now been about 10,000 arrests.. Iran warns it... Read More
“German health minister rejects US counterpart’s COVID claims –
The US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy has claimed doctors in Germany who issued COVID vaccine exemptions are facing legal action. German Health Minister Nina Warken has hit back vehemently at the accusations.German health minister rejects US counterpart’s COVID claims The US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy has claimed doctors in Germany who issued COVID... Read More
Rubio and Netanyahu discuss Iran intervention
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have discussed the possibility of a US intervention in Iran in a phone call yesterday, Reuters has reported, citing an Israeli source who was present. Israel is now on high alert for a possible US intervention in Iran amid ongoing anti-government protests, according to three... Read More