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'Keep dreaming': NATO chief says Europe can't defend itself without US
'Keep dreaming': NATO chief says Europe can't defend itself without US

NATO chief Mark Rutte warned Monday Europe cannot defend itself without the United States, in the face of calls for the continent to stand on its own feet after tensions over Greenland.

January 26, 2026

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Stricken games giant Ubisoft seeks rare French job cuts
Stricken games giant Ubisoft seeks rare French job cuts

French video games giant Ubisoft said Monday it aims to shed up to 200 staff at its Paris headquarters, days after investors gave a frosty reception to a drastic restructuring plan.

January 26, 2026

Hong Kong uses decades-old speeches to try democracy activists
Hong Kong uses decades-old speeches to try democracy activists

A Hong Kong court heard recordings of defiant anti-Beijing speeches, some dating back nearly three decades, as prosecutors presented their case on Monday against two democracy activists facing national security charges.

January 26, 2026

Minneapolis killing pushes Trump to brink of government shutdown
Minneapolis killing pushes Trump to brink of government shutdown

Donald Trump is likely facing the second government shutdown of his presidency after a fatal shooting by US immigration agents detonated a fragile budget truce in Congress and unified Democrats against funding his hardline immigration crackdown.

January 26, 2026

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Iran broadcasting forced 'confessions' to deter dissent: activists
Iran broadcasting forced 'confessions' to deter dissent: activists

The man faces the camera with his face blurred as dramatic music pounds in the background.

January 26, 2026

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Irish believe in themselves despite mixed results, says Doris
Irish believe in themselves despite mixed results, says Doris

The Irish players still "have a lot of belief" in themselves and their ability to regain the Six Nations title despite mixed results last year, captain Caelan Doris said on Monday.

January 26, 2026