Protect WA residents: Ban face coverings for law enforcement
Officers entrusted with the legal authority to stop, detain, arrest and, ultimately, take a life, should not be allowed to conceal their identities.
Day: January 29, 2026
German star latest to take aim at Trump ahead of FIFA World Cup in US
Bayern Munich midfielder and German international Leon Goretzka says European teams are emboldened heading to World Cup.
Portugal storm death toll climbs as 450,000 remain without power
Portugal was hit hard by a particularly violent storm that has left a trail of destruction and at least 4 dead across Portugal on January 28. Lisbon and the centre of the country were hardest hit. All services remained suspended on several lines, seve…
Trump “border czar” brings “change of tone” but not to “strategy” in Minneapolis
President Donald Trump’s border czar Tom Homan says immigration enforcement will reduce the number of officers in Minnesota but suggested that it would happen only after ‘cooperation’ from state officials, during the first press conference he has give…
The $1,000 Trump Account for newborns: Who is eligible, how to apply and what comes next
A new government initiative will provide a $1,000 Trump Account for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. This investment account, designed for long-term growth until age 18, aims to encourage early investing. Families can add t…
Iranian Revolutionary Guard on “terrorist list” major shift for EU
EU foreign ministers are expected to agree on January 29 to put Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on the bloc’s “terrorist list”. Though mostly symbolic, the EU move will send a strong message of condemnation to Iran after thousands of people were reported …
Suspected jihadists attack airport near Niger’s capital
Niger’s defence ministry said four military personnel were injured and 20 attackers killed in the incident.
Tanker rate boom to kick-start fresh newbuilding cycle, experts say
DNV executives explain their view on the market in 2026 and beyond
US Senator Amy Klobuchar announces bid for Minnesota governor
She fills the void for Democrats after current Governor Tim Walz ended his re-election campaign early.
US Senator Amy Klobuchar announces bid for Minnesota governor
She fills the void for Democrats after current Governor Tim Walz ended his re-election campaign early.