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India hunts rampaging elephant that killed 20 people
India hunts rampaging elephant that killed 20 people

Indian wildlife officers are hunting a rampaging wild elephant blamed for killing at least 20 people and injuring 15 others in the forests of Jharkhand, villagers and officials said Tuesday.

January 13, 2026

Nuuk, Copenhagen mull Greenland independence in Trump's shadow
Nuuk, Copenhagen mull Greenland independence in Trump's shadow

Greenland hopes to cut all ties with Copenhagen, but leaders are proceeding cautiously with independence plans for the Danish self-governing territory despite US President Donald Trump's threats to take over the Arctic island.

January 13, 2026

WHO says sugary drinks, alcohol getting cheaper, should be taxed more
WHO says sugary drinks, alcohol getting cheaper, should be taxed more

Sugary drinks and alcohol are getting relatively cheaper, the World Health Organization said Tuesday, urging countries to hike taxes to reduce consumption levels and boost health funding.

January 13, 2026

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US consumer inflation holds steady as affordability worries linger
US consumer inflation holds steady as affordability worries linger

US consumer inflation was steady in December as analysts expected, government data showed Tuesday, capping a year in which affordability worries flared while President Donald Trump's tariffs weighed on the economy.

January 13, 2026

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Hong Kong activist investor David Webb dies at 60
Hong Kong activist investor David Webb dies at 60

David Webb, a Hong Kong activist investor who campaigned for market transparency and democratic accountability, died on Tuesday aged 60, according to a statement posted on his social media.

January 13, 2026