'Hermès of durian': The luxury fruit cashing in on China's billion-dollar appetite
A former gold mining town in Malaysia has seen its riches turn a new shade of yellow, thanks to this pungent fruit.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-01-10
Atkin claims freeski halfpipe silver in Aspen
Zoe Atkin secures a second British World Cup podium of the weekend with second place in the freeski halfpipe event in Aspen on Saturday.
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'Give me the world title fight' - Kabayel wants Usyk after beating Knyba
Agit Kabayel stopped Damian Knyba in the third round to retain his WBC interim heavyweight title as the unbeaten fighter set his sights on Oleksandr Usyk.
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Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's family accuse hospital of negligence over son's death
A hospital in Lagos denies medical negligence over the death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month-old.
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US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
US President Donald Trump ordered the "large-scale strikes" on Saturday, US Central Command announced.
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Rosenior wins first game in charge as Chelsea see off Charlton in FA Cup
Liam Rosenior won his first game as Chelsea's new head coach, beating Charlton 5-1 in the FA Cup third round.
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Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Supercopa final 2026 – El Clasico, teams, start
Barcelona and Real Madrid bring the El Clasico to Spanish Super Cup final for a third year as the latter defend crown.
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Three horses die in separate incidents at Kempton
Three horses, including the Grade One winning Kalif Du Berlais, die after sustaining injuries in separate incidents during Kempton Park's Lanzarote Hurdle card.
bbc.com
NASA Marshall Removes 2 Historic Test Stands
NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, removed two of its historic test stands – the Propulsion and Structural Test Facility and the Dynamic Test Facility – with carefully coor...
nasa.gov
Stewart Cheifet, Host of TV’s ‘Computer Chronicles,’ Dies at 87
He spent two decades hosting the PBS series, during the formative years of personal computing. It was seen in more than 300 cities at its peak.
nytimes.com
Dozens arrested and one police officer injured in Minneapolis protests
Days after the death of Renee Good, protests continue in Minneapolis and cities across the US.
bbc.com
Indonesia blocks Grok over non-consensual, sexualized deepfakes
Indonesian officials said Saturday that they are temporarily blocking access to xAI’s chatbot Grok.
techcrunch.com
‘We have to stand up’: ICE killing in Minneapolis sparks protests across US
Protesters demand justice for Renee Nicole Good, a mother of three shot dead by an ICE agent in Minneapolis this week.
aljazeera.com
'Dream big, great realities' - Maestre outlines London City ambitions
BBC Sport looks at London City Lionesses' ambitious new boss Eder Maestre and what he will bring to the Women's Super League.
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Sources: Yankees, Bellinger talks at an impasse
Contract negotiations between the New York Yankees and Cody Bellinger are at an impasse, league sources tell ESPN.
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'It's double figures' - Manchester City score 10 as they thrash Exeter
Seven-time winners Manchester City cruise into the fourth round of the FA Cup by thrashing League One side Exeter City 10-1, with new signing Antoine Semenyo scoring a debut goal at Etihad Stadium.
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'My best foot's my head!' - Dawson proud after shock Macclesfield win
Macclesfield captain Paul Dawson says "it means the world" after his side secured a shock win against Premier League side Crystal Palace, as the non-league team knocked out the defending champions...
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US launches new retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria after deadly ambush
The U.S. has launched another round of strikes against the Islamic State in Syria. This follows last month's ambush that killed two U.S. soldiers and an American civilian interpreter.
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David Lammy: JD Vance agrees that sexualised AI images on X are ‘unacceptable’
Exclusive: US vice-president ‘sympathetic’ to concerns over Grok-generated pornography, says deputy PMJD Vance, the US vice-president, has agreed that it is “entirely unacceptable” for platforms su...
theguardian.com
‘The Beethoven of our day’: Fans on what David Bowie meant to them 10 years after his death
At the annual gathering at the Starman memorial in south London devotees talk about the immense impact the artist’s life and death had on themFor Debbie Hilton, David Bowie meant “everything”. “My...
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Houston wins school-record 16th straight on road
No. 7 Houston topped Baylor 77-55 on Saturday as the Cougars set a school record with their 16th consecutive road win.
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Bristol beat Bulls in astonishing 16-try contest
Bristol Bears qualify for the Champions Cup knockout stage by winning an astonishing 16-try contest with the Bulls in Pretoria.
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Machado Offered Trump Her Nobel, but Prize Institute Says It’s Not Allowed
María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s opposition leader, offered to give her Nobel Peace Prize to President Trump, who has long coveted the award.
nytimes.com
Rare first Superman comic once stolen from Nicolas Cage sells for $15m
Fewer than 100 copies of Action Comics No 1, which introduced the world to Superman, are thought to exist.
bbc.com
Thousands of Irish farmers protest EU’s Mercosur trade deal
Farmers flood the streets of Athlone to raise concerns over the trade deal's impact on Ireland's beef industry.
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Vandy (16-0) matches best start in school history
Tyler Nickel's 19-point,10-rebound effort helped Vanderbilt beat LSU on Saturday and improve to a perfect 16-0 on the season, matching the best start in program history.
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South Africa defends BRICS naval drills as ‘essential’ amid tensions
South African official says drills with Russia, Iran, China and others key to protecting 'maritime economic activities'.
aljazeera.com
Newcastle beat Perpignan to progress in Europe
Christian Wade scores his first Newcastle try as his new side qualify for the European Challenge Cup knockout stages.
bbc.com
Why the once loyal bazaar merchants are now protesting in Iran
Two decades of economic changes have eroded the bazaar's economic power and political sway in Tehran.
aljazeera.com
Indonesia blocks access to Musk’s AI chatbot Grok over deepfake images
Indonesian minister says deepfakes are a 'serious violation of human rights, dignity, and security of citizens' online.
aljazeera.com
Gauff extends winning streak versus Swiatek - but USA out of United Cup
Coco Gauff beat Iga Swiatek for the fourth match in a row to lay down a marker ahead of the Australian Open - but then lost in the mixed doubles as defending United Cup champions USA were dumped ou...
skysports.com
Bandaged Dawson puts Macclesfield ahead against Palace
Shortly after adjusting the bandages on his head after picking up an injury early in the match, Paul Dawson nods home Macclesfield's opener to put them ahead against Crystal Palace.
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Vonn, 41, wins second World Cup title of season
Alpine skiing great Lindsey Vonn continues her remarkable comeback with her second downhill World Cup title of the season in Zauchensee, Austria.
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Military briefing: the return of the war chopper
US operations to capture Nicolás Maduro and seize a Russian tanker were a reminder of the enduring power of helicopters
ft.com
Iran Braces for Weekend of Protests. Here’s What to Know.
An image taken from a social media post on Friday shows demonstrators gathered in Tehran, Iran’s capital.
nytimes.com
Elon Musk says UK wants to suppress free speech as X faces possible ban
Ministers warn platform could be blocked after Grok AI used to create sexual images without consentElon Musk has accused the UK government of wanting to suppress free speech after ministers threate...
theguardian.com
Sabalenka’s Australian Open prep sets up Brisbane final against Kostyuk
Aryna Sabalenka beats Karolina Muchova to reach Brisbane Open final where she will defend title against Marta Kostyuk.
aljazeera.com
Two-thirds of UK voters wrongly think immigration is rising, poll finds
Exclusive: Voters say they have little confidence that government can control borders despite sharp falls in net migrationA large majority of UK voters believe immigration is increasing despite sha...
theguardian.com
Bangladesh cricket ‘affected’ by off-field tensions ahead of T20 World Cup
Bangladesh Test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has spoken of the pressure on teammates as T20 World Cup looms in India.
aljazeera.com
Russia hits Ukraine with Oreshnik hypersonic missile: Why it matters
The Oreshnik missile struck close to Ukraine's border with Poland, a NATO member.
aljazeera.com
Best Deals for New Year’s Resolutions: Sleep, Fitness, and More (2026)
Whether you’re hitting the gym or tracking your schedule, these discounts on WIRED-approved gear can help.
wired.com
Real Madrid striker Mbappe could face Barcelona in Spanish Super Cup final
Kylian Mbappe's latest injury was set to rule him out for three weeks but shock return against Barcelona on the cards.
aljazeera.com
Freedom from China? The mine at the centre of Europe’s push for rare earth metals
Swedish producer is trying to to accelerate the process of extracting the elements vital for hi-tech productsIt is deep winter with temperatures dropping to -20C. The sun never rises above the hori...
theguardian.com
‘Bring me a gigantic Gladiator who can cradle me like a baby!’: behind the scenes of the most joyous show on TV
When it first returned to our screens, people said Gladiators was a tired format. They had clearly forgotten the joy of watching half-clad hulks with silly names go to battle, says superfan Helen P...
theguardian.com
Security News This Week: ICE Can Now Spy on Every Phone in Your Neighborhood
Plus: Iran shuts down its internet amid sweeping protests, an alleged scam boss gets extradited to China, and more.
wired.com
Who is the Transfer Traitor?! Sky Sports stars... like you've never seen them before!
With the January transfer window in full swing, a team of sleuths including legendary Premier League manager and veteran of the window Harry Redknapp, are assembled to uncover a betrayal in the Sky...
skysports.com
Abandoned Myanmar town shows problem of election in wartime
Myanmar’s military government is holding an election despite much of the country being ravaged by the effects of war.
aljazeera.com
Inside Iran’s Protests: How a Plunging Currency Set Off Wide Unrest
In a serious challenge to Iran’s authoritarian government, angry protests have spread from the markets and universities of major cities to the impoverished towns in the hinterland.
nytimes.com
Where Are All the New Cars?
New cars were scant at CES this year, largely because the center of gravity for the auto world has moved—technologically and geographically—to China.
wired.com
Two Irish Cup fifth round matches postponed
Saturday's Irish Cup fifth round match between Strabane Athletic and Glentoran has been postponed due to a frozen pitch.
bbc.com
Cardiff City under transfer embargo over accounts
Cardiff City are under a transfer embargo imposed by the EFL for "non-submission of annual accounts".
bbc.com
Iranian protesters defy crackdown as crowds chant anti-regime slogans
State television reports that three police officers died overnight in an attack in Shiraz
ft.com
Golden Globes 2026: who will win and who should win the film awards?
This weekend promises a Hollywood showdown with films including Sinners, Marty Supreme and One Battle After Another up for major awardsAfter a year that was notoriously close to call (did anyone in...
theguardian.com
The 15 best games to play on the Nintendo Switch in 2026
From the greatest cartoon racing game in history to a remastered version of an Alien-inspired sci-fi shooter, here are the Switch’s must-play games• The 15 best games to play on the Nintendo Switch...
theguardian.com
Death toll in Philippines landfill collapse hits 4, dozens still trapped
Dozens of rescuers race against time to find more survivors in dangerous conditions in the rubble.
aljazeera.com
Mass surveillance, the metaverse, making America ‘great again’: the novelists who predicted our present
From Jorge Luis Borges to George Orwell and Margaret Atwood, novelists have foreseen some of the major developments of our age. What can we learn from their prophecies?This year marks 100 years&nbs...
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Iran medics describe overwhelmed hospitals as protests enter second week
There were signs authorities were intensifying their crackdown as protests entered their second week.
bbc.com
3. 7-billion-year-old rocks reveal how Earth and the Moon were born
Crystals hidden in Australia’s oldest rocks have revealed new clues about how Earth and the Moon formed. The study suggests Earth’s continents didn’t begin growing until hundreds of millions of yea...
sciencedaily.com
New video on Minnesota ICE shooting emerges as public anger grows across US
The 47-second video shows the shooting from the perspective of ICE officer Jonathan Ross, who fired the shots.
aljazeera.com
Vonn zooms to 2nd downhill victory before Milan
Lindsey Vonn won her second World Cup downhill in four races this season, raising expectations in this remarkable comeback at age 41 ahead of the Milan Cortina Olympics.
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'What a finish!' | Sciver-Brunt's final over goes for 20 as RCB win last-ball thriller!
RCB were victorious in an epic opening match of the Women's Premier League, after Nat Sciver Brunt's final over was smashed for 20 runs.
skysports.com
Democratic-led states sue Trump over freezing $10 billion in welfare funding
Following fraud investigations in Minnesota, five Democratic-led states are suing the Trump administration after it said it's freezing funding intended to help low-income families and children.
npr.org
The Trump administration fired nearly 100 immigration judges in 2025. What's next?
An immigration court in San Francisco is the latest to close its doors, NPR has learned, as the Trump administration seeks to remake the system that offers immigrants due process.
npr.org
Dominant Sabalenka reaches Brisbane final
World number one Aryna Sabalenka reaches the final of the Brisbane International for the third year in a row with victory over Karolina Muchova.
bbc.com
Heated Rivalry: this queer Canadian hockey romp is so hot it threatens to scorch the ice it skates on
Ravishing actors, charged glances, buttocks like pneumatic hams … this is one steamy love story. But it’s far more than just a porny sport-based bodice-ripperI was surprised to learn that ice hocke...
theguardian.com
My cultural awakening: Losing My Religion by REM helped me escape a doomsday cult
I had been a member of the Children of God for two decades, but was growing disillusioned with its controlling behaviour and increasingly worrying sexual practices. Then I heard Michael Stipe’s lyr...
theguardian.com
Swiss search souls and question government after ski resort fire
The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.
bbc.com
India-Bangladesh tensions rock cricket, as sport turns diplomatic weapon
Indian league dumps Bangladeshi bowler amid bilateral tensions, prompting cricket's latest political crisis.
aljazeera.com
TV tonight: the horny hockey drama that’s leaving fans breathless
An enemy-to-lovers romance in hit Canadian show Heated Rivalry. Plus: a fresh new look for Casualty on its 40th anniversary. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, Sky Atlantic Continue reading...
theguardian.com
Greenlanders unnerved as they find themselves in geopolitical storm
Islanders want a bigger say in their ties with Denmark, but also on the world stage too.
bbc.com
What does your car say about you? A global portrait of people and their rides, from Shanghai to Santa Monica
You can tell a lot about someone from the vehicle they drive, as Martin Roemers’ collection of photographs show. Introduction by author William BoydIn my novels I find that I very rarely write “a c...
theguardian.com
Industry to Blue Velvet: the week in rave reviews
The high-finance melodrama returns, darker than ever, and David Lynch’s nightmare in suburbia gets another outing in the cinema. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s bes...
theguardian.com
From Hamnet to Bridget Christie: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley play the Shakespeares in an emotional Maggie O’Farrell adaptation, while The Change creator returns to standupHamnetOut now Bring the tissues for this emotional Osca...
theguardian.com
Syria live: Fighting resumes in Aleppo after ceasefire collapses
The Syrian army is locked in intense fighting in Aleppo after SDF fighters refused to withdraw under a ceasefire.
aljazeera.com
Country diary: Look up! Tonight’s the night to see Jupiter at its brightest | Nigel Brown
Ynys Môn (Anglesey): The wolf moon is spectacular enough, but look east and you’ll see a celestial titan the size of a pinprickAs unmissable as new year’s fireworks, the wolf moon held the hea...
theguardian.com
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal want Newcastle's Livramento
Arsenal have their eye on Newcastle's Tino Livramento, and Ousmane Dembélé is going to reject a new PSG contract. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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I.C.C. Judges Denounce Effect of Trump’s Sanctions
The International Criminal Court in The Hague. U.S. sanctions come at a time when the court is investigating claims of atrocities in Afghanistan, Libya, Myanmar, Sudan, Ukraine and Venezuela, as we...
nytimes.com
World’s richest 1% have already used fair share of emissions for 2026, says Oxfam
Richest 1% took 10 days while wealthiest 0.1% needed just three days to exhaust annual carbon budget, study showsThe world’s richest 1% have used up their fair share of carbon emissions just 10 day...
theguardian.com
Jens-Frederik Nielsen, the Greenlandic leader under pressure
The Arctic island’s 34-year-old prime minister is at the centre of one of the world’s most meaningful geopolitical struggles
ft.com
Trump, Venezuela and the doctrine that wouldn’t die
Long seen as defunct, the Monroe Doctrine is being invoked once again as a blueprint for assertive US foreign policy. Historian Greg Grandin charts the rise, fall and rebirth of an ambiguous creed
ft.com
A stable Venezuela could offer visitors more than just oil
Coral beaches, Andean peaks and the world’s tallest waterfall give the country huge potential as a tourist destination
ft.com
Spending on consultants cut by 14% across UK government
Consultancy costs have ballooned in recent years due to Brexit and the pandemic
ft.com
Can Venezuela settle its debts?
Nicolás Maduro’s removal has opened the door to a huge and complex debt workout
ft.com
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,416
These are the key developments from day 1,416 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
aljazeera.com
Sleeping less than 7 hours could cut years off your life
Sleep isn’t just about feeling rested—it may be one of the strongest predictors of how long you live. Researchers analyzing nationwide data found that insufficient sleep was more closely tied to sh...
sciencedaily.com
Durant passes Wilt for 7th on career scoring list
Kevin Durant passed Wilt Chamberlain for seventh on the NBA's career scoring list when he hit a 3-pointer in the third quarter of the Rockets' game against the Trail Blazers on Friday night.
espn.com
WNBA, WNBPA fail to reach new CBA at deadline
The WNBA and its players' union failed to agree to a new collective bargaining agreement or an extension of the previous one at Friday's 11:59 p.m. ET deadline.
espn.com
OpenAI Is Asking Contractors to Upload Work From Past Jobs to Evaluate the Performance of AI Agents
To prepare AI agents for office work, the company is asking contractors to upload projects from past jobs, leaving it to them to strip out confidential and personally identifiable information.
wired.com
I met a lot of weird robots at CES — here are the most memorable
If the robots don't always give a totally accurate representation of where commercial deployment is at the moment, they do give visitors a peek at where their parent companies might be headed.
techcrunch.com
Grok Is Being Used to Mock and Strip Women in Hijabs and Sarees
A substantial number of AI images generated or edited with Grok are targeting women in religious and cultural clothing.
wired.com
Betelgeuse has a hidden companion and Hubble just caught its wake
Astronomers have uncovered the long-hidden cause behind Betelgeuse’s strange behavior: a small companion star carving a visible wake through the giant’s vast atmosphere. Using nearly eight years of...
sciencedaily.com
South Africa's strained ties with US face new test - war games with China, Iran and Russia
The naval exercises could inflame relations with Donald Trump - who is already at loggerheads with Pretoria.
bbc.com
Romance and parenthood feel remote in Ukraine: 'I haven't had a date since before the war'
Tumbling marriage and birth rates are shaping the future of a country whose population was already falling.
bbc.com
Oxford beat MK Dons in FA Cup penalty shootout
New Oxford United boss Matt Bloomfield watches on from the stands as his side beat MK Dons on penalties to progress to the FA Cup fourth round.
bbc.com
High Noon review – Billy Crudup brings classic Hollywood western back with a bang
Harold Pinter theatre, LondonCrudup and Denise Gough lead a tense adaptation that turns the film into a debate play whose McCarthy-era roots resonate powerfully todayHow do you turn a classic Holly...
theguardian.com
Final Steps Underway for NASA’s First Crewed Artemis Moon Mission
As NASA moves closer to launch of the Artemis II test flight, the agency soon will roll its SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft to the launch pad for the first time at the agency’...