Guterres calls for urgent reform of the Security Council

Guterres calls for urgent reform of the Security Council

Mr. Guterres was addressing ambassadors in the iconic chamber in New York on United Nations Day, marking 80 years since its founding. He spoke via video link from the capital of Viet Nam, Hanoi, during a robust open debate on how the UN navigates an uncertain future. As the UN’s primary body for maintaining international…

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Myanmar begins defence in landmark genocide case at UN World Court

Myanmar begins defence in landmark genocide case at UN World Court

Addressing judges in The Hague, Ko Ko Hlaing, speaking as Myanmar’s agent, said his country fully recognizes the importance of the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide but firmly denies breaching its obligations under international law. “A finding of genocide would place an indelible stain on my country and…

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Ukraine faces ‘unprecedented housing crisis’

Ukraine faces ‘unprecedented housing crisis’

More than 236,000 buildings have been destroyed or damaged during the war and over 2.5 million housing units – around 10 per cent of the housing stock – have been damaged in some way or are inaccessible due to the ongoing conflict.  The shortage of municipal housing combined with an under-regulated rental market and the…

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Secretary-General on UN at 80: Humanity strongest when we stand as one

Secretary-General on UN at 80: Humanity strongest when we stand as one

Speaking at Methodist Central Hall, the very same venue where the first-ever UN General Assembly was held on 10 January 1946, Mr. Guterres called on delegates at the event to be “bold enough to change. Bold enough to find the courage of those who came to this Hall 80 years ago to forge a better world.”  From bomb shelter to diplomatic…

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Political analyst reacts to Canada’s tariff deal with China

Political analyst reacts to Canada’s tariff deal with China

By Payton Zillich Global News Posted January 17, 2026 7:50 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new trade agreement between China and Canada on Friday. The deal will allow Chinese Electric Vehicles into the country in exchange for a drop in tariffs for…

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Domi scores in OT as Leafs edge Jets 4-3

Domi scores in OT as Leafs edge Jets 4-3

WINNIPEG – Max Domi scored at 3:08 of overtime on a two-on-one with Auston Matthews to lift the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday. Domi also picked up an assist, Matthews scored his 24th goal of the season and Oliver Ekman-Larsson had a goal and two assists. Bobby…

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EU, Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreement

EU, Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreement

The European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American countries formally signed a long-sought free trade agreement on Saturday (January 17, 2026), capping more than a quarter-century of torturous negotiations to strengthen commercial ties in the face of rising protectionism and trade tensions around the world. The signing ceremony in Paraguay’s capital, Asunción, marks…

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Syria: Army moves towards Kurdish-held areas; capture key military airport

Syria: Army moves towards Kurdish-held areas; capture key military airport

👉 Visit the Official SleepLean Website Syrian government soldiers carry machine guns Syrian government forces moved into Kurdish-held areas of northern Syria on Saturday, taking several towns and triggering clashes that have shaken a tentative political arrangement aimed at restoring central control over the country. This follows weeks of tension and heavy fighting earlier this…

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Activist Irenic takes a stake in Integer. Here’s what could be next for the company

Activist Irenic takes a stake in Integer. Here’s what could be next for the company

Timon Schneider | SOPA Images | AP Company: Integer Holdings Corp (ITGR) Business: Integer Holdings Corporation is a medical device contract development and manufacturing company. Its brands include Greatbatch Medical and Lake Region Medical. The company’s Cardio & Vascular product line offers a range of components, subassemblies, and finished devices used in interventional cardiology, structural…

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Norway shocked by Machado’s move to present Nobel prize to Trump

Norway shocked by Machado’s move to present Nobel prize to Trump

Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado waves to supporters outside the White House following a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on January 15, 2026 in Washington, DC. Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images News | Getty Images Norwegian lawmakers reacted with shock and dismay over Venezuela opposition leader María Corina…

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