Australian Opposition Leader Accepts Resignations Over Hate Speech Laws Sussan Ley accepts resignations after MPs defy Coalition line on new legislation January 21, 2026
UK and China Seek to Revive “Golden Era” Business Ties Ahead of Starmer’s Beijing Visit Keir Starmer set to become first UK prime minister to visit China since 2018 as CEOs prepare for renewed dialogue January 21, 2026
Up to Four Trump–Xi Meetings Expected in 2026 as U.S.–China Ties Stabilise Planned visits and global summits signal cautious détente despite ongoing trade and strategic rivalry January 21, 2026
Macron Takes Aim at ‘Bullies’ in Davos Speech as Tensions With Trump Escalate French president urges Europe to defend its interests at the World Economic Forum amid trade and diplomatic disputes with the U.S. January 21, 2026
Sam Altman’s ‘Last Resort’ Becomes Reality as OpenAI Tests Ads in ChatGPT Rising AI infrastructure costs push OpenAI to trial advertising for free users while keeping paid plans ad-free January 21, 2026
Iran Warns Attack on Supreme Leader Would Trigger Jihad Tehran issues stark warning amid rising tensions with the United States after protest crackdown January 20, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo Wins Legal Battle Against Juventus Over Unpaid Wages Italian labour court upholds arbitration ruling linked to pandemic-era salary deferrals January 20, 2026
China’s Population Falls for Fourth Straight Year as Birth Crisis Deepens Official data show China’s population shrank to 1.404 bn in 2025 despite government efforts to boost fertility January 20, 2026
Valentino Garavani Dies Aged 93, Legendary Founder of the Valentino Fashion House Italian designer behind “Valentino red” and iconic haute couture gowns leaves lasting global legacy January 19, 2026