Officials defend conditions at pre-Olympic race after Vonn crash
Crans-Montana event was cancelled after Linsey Vonn was third of first six skiers to crash, but race was deemed safe.
Day: January 31, 2026
Blockade, strikes: What are the US military’s options in Iran?
As more warships arrive near Iran to reinforce what US President Donald Trump calls the “Armada”, what are the US’s military options if it goes ahead with an intervention? Several scenarios are emerging, including a naval blockade that would prevent I…
US strikes on Nigeria set ‘deeply troubling precedent’ for African governance
When the United States launched airstrikes on northern Nigeria in late December, it said it had taken out Islamic State jihadists – at Abuja’s request – to stop them killing Christians. Yet experts have criticised Washington’s claims that Christians a…
Venezuelan interim president proposes mass amnesty law, closure of notorious prison
Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriguez announced on Friday a push for mass amnesty in the country, saying she will propose a “general amnesty law covering the entire period of political violence from 1999 to the present.” She also announced plan…
With decades-long restrictions lifted, a Pakistani brewery has started exporting beer – NPR
With decades-long restrictions lifted, a Pakistani brewery has started exporting beer NPR
With decades-long restrictions lifted, a Pakistani brewery has started exporting beer
Drinking is illegal for Pakistan’s Muslim majority, but Murree Brewery’s beer has long been available to non-Muslims and foreigners there. Now it’s being exported to the U.K., Japan and Portugal. Is the U.S. next?
Gaza’s Sick And Wounded Await a Lifeline in Rafah
The Rafah crossing, a key passage between Gaza and Egypt, is set to reopen after Hamas and Israel agreed to a ceasefire in October. The New York Times visited two hospitals in Gaza to meet some of the sick and wounded awaiting medical evacuation.
Russia’s Oil Revenue, the Lifeblood of Its War Machine, Is Plummeting – The New York Times
Russia’s Oil Revenue, the Lifeblood of Its War Machine, Is Plummeting The New York TimesAre the West’s tightening oil sanctions finally taking their toll on Russia’s economy? France 24Russian oil income drops sharply as sanctions …
Russia’s Oil Revenue Is Plummeting
The new reality has forced the Kremlin to raise taxes and increase debt, and hovers over peace talks with Ukraine.
The best last minute Presidents’ Day TV sales live now
There’s still time to save big on TVs from brands like LG, Samsung, and Hisense with these last-minute Presidents’ Day sales.