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Trusting Khomeini: Old NYT article praising former Supreme Leader surfaces amid Iran protests | World News

As protests continue to challenge Iran’s clerical establishment, a 1979 opinion article from the New York Times has resurfaced online. Titled Trusting Khomeini, the piece portrayed Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini as a restrained religious figure unlikely to exercise direct political power. Its renewed circulation reflects the sharp contrast between those early interpretations and Iran’s current political […]

IShowSpeed says “never again” after weight loss drink sends him running to washroom during South Africa livestream

Popular YouTube streamer Darren “IShowSpeed” has gone viral after an awkward moment during his ongoing African tour. A clip from his South Africa livestream showed the 20-year-old rushing to find a bathroom after drinking a product that claimed to help with weight loss. The incident took place during Speed Does Africa, his current travel stream […]

‘Our gratitude’: Moscow says US to release two Russian crew members from seized oil tanker; move after request to Trump

The Russian-flagged tanker was seized on Wednesday Russia announced on Friday that the United States will release two Russian crew members from a Russian-flagged oil tanker seized by US forces in the Atlantic Ocean two days ago.“In response to our request, US President Donald Trump has decided to release two Russian citizens aboard the Marinera […]

Dubai cancels flights to Iran amid regional tensions and airspace concerns | World News

Dubai cancels multiple flights to Iran amid regional disruptions / Image: file In a swift response to shifting regional dynamics, Friday, January 9, 2026, became a day of unexpected “grounding” for hundreds of travelers. At least six major flights scheduled to depart from Dubai to various Iranian hubs were abruptly cancelled. According to data from […]

Dubai rolls out driverless RoboTaxis at 65 locations, offering 24/7 rides and app-based booking | World News

Dubai launches its driverless RoboTaxi rollout across 65 locations / Image: file Dubai is officially stepping into the future. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the Phase 1 rollout of its much-anticipated driverless robotaxi service. In partnership with the US-based autonomous vehicle company Cruise, these self-driving cars are no longer just a concept […]

UAE restricts scholarships for students to study in UK amid concerns over Islamist radicalisation | World News

The UAE halted scholarships for UK studies, citing Muslim Brotherhood concerns, sharply reducing Emirati student enrolment/Image: AP The United Arab Emirates has taken a decisive step to limit government funding for emirati students who want to study at British universities, reflecting rising tensions over the UK’s stance on the Islamist Muslim Brotherhood. The move signals […]

‘Dishonourable’: Singapore’s Indian-origin opposition leader under fire for ‘lying’; to face parliament debate

Pritam Singh. (Photo credit: Workers Party website) Singapore’s Parliament will discuss next week if Indian-origin opposition leader Pritam Singh should keep his role. This comes after Singh was found guilty and fined for lying to a parliamentary committee. The debate, set for January 12, was proposed by Leader of the House Indranee Rajah through an […]

Another ceasefire violation: 13 killed as Israel strikes across Gaza; comes a week before Trump’s Board of Peace

Israeli strikes killed at least 13 Palestinians, including five children, across the Gaza Strip on Thursday despite a ceasefire that has largely halted fighting.Medics said one Israeli airstrike hit a tent in the western area of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, killing at least four people and wounding three others, including children, according to Gaza’s […]

UAE weather alert: Heavy rain continues in Sharjah and Fujairah, more showers expected | World News

Cool, wet weather persists across UAE with heavy rain / AI Generated Image Residents in the Northern Emirates woke up to the rhythmic sound of heavy rain today as a significant weather system moved across the region. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) reported intense downpours specifically hitting areas like Khorfakkan, Masafi, and Al Manama. […]

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv bombarded with 36 missiles, 242 drones; Oreshnik strike falls close to EU, Nato border

Rescue workers put out a fire at a residential building damaged by a Russian strike in Kyiv, Ukraine (AP photo) Russia’s defence ministry said on Friday that its forces struck “strategic targets” in Ukraine overnight using Oreshnik hypersonic missiles. The ministry did not provide further details on the locations or extent of the strikes, but […]