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US President Donald Trump took shots at French leader Emmanuel Macron for so far rejecting his invitation to join a proposed Board of Peace. Photo: AFP

Europe

Trump threatens 200% wine tariff to push France to join ‘Board of Peace’

US president targets France after it was lukewarm about the US$1 billion invitation to join his new global body.

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Spain seeks answers to deadly high-speed train collision

Explosion at Chinese restaurant in Afghan capital kills 7

Europe

Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, stars and royalty, dead at 93

Adored by movie stars and first ladies alike, the Italian designer was a master of high glamour and timeless elegance.

Valentino Garavani at a fashion show in Rome in 2007. Photo: AFP
Valentino Garavani at a fashion show in Rome in 2007. Photo: AFP

Europe

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham says ‘I do not want to reconcile with my family’

Oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham takes to social media to dish on feud with his celebrity parents.

United States & Canada

Allies tepid on joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ as countries study invites

Some leaders sign on to the Trump-chaired body, but initial reaction from two key allies, France and Canada, was lukewarm.

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Russia & Central Asia

Record snow in Russia’s far east blocks building entrances, buries cars

With over five metres of snow since December, Kamchatka residents are forced to carve tunnels to reach their front doors.

A man exits a residential block surrounded by snow. Photo: Lydmila Moskvicheva via Reuters
A man exits a residential block surrounded by snow. Photo: Lydmila Moskvicheva via Reuters

Middle East

Syrian deal unravels as sides clash and Isis prisoners escape

Integration agreement with the SDF falters amid reports that hundreds of militants fled prison as government forces moved in.

United States & Canada

Canada considers sending small contingent of troops to Greenland

Canada’s Carney reviews role in Nato exercises as European allies push back against Trump’s threats to take Greenland.

Europe

Italy uncovers ancient basilica designed by the ‘father of architecture’ Vitruvius

Mayor calls archeological find in the central Italian city of Fano the ‘discovery of the century’.

Excavations in Piazza Andrea Costa from which large columns emerged, remains believed of the Basilica of Vitruvius, in Fano, Italy on Monday. Photo: EPA / Regione Marche Press Office Handout

Americas

Brazil beef exports seen as stable in 2026 as industry pivots beyond China

Beef lobby Abiec said volumes not sold to China could be redirected other markets.

A butcher weighs meat at a butcher shop in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2024. Photo: AFP
A butcher weighs meat at a butcher shop in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2024. Photo: AFP

Russia & Central Asia

Putin invited to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ on Gaza conflict: Kremlin

Moscow is seeking clarity on the offer as Putin navigates strained Israel ties and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.

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Africa

13 children killed in South Africa as minibus collides with truck

As police probe a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre as the cause, President Ramaphosa demands action on ‘national shame’ of country’s road safety.

Americas

Guatemala declares 30-day state of emergency after gangs kill 8 police officers

The measure, pending approval by the opposition-led Congress, suspends assembly rights and allows arrests without a court order.

Inmates gather at a watch tower a Renovacion 1 prison as riots erupt in three Guatemalan prisons, with hostages taken, authorities said on Saturday. Photo: Reuters

Europe

Death toll hits 39 in Spain high-speed rail disaster as more bodies recovered

Rescuers work through the night after a derailing train crossed tracks and slammed into an oncoming service at high speed.

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Members of the Spanish Civil Guard, along with other emergency personnel, work next to one of the trains involved in the crash. Photo: Reuters
Members of the Spanish Civil Guard, along with other emergency personnel, work next to one of the trains involved in the crash. Photo: Reuters

World

Trump reacts to China-Canada deal, ‘messy’ year for Philippines: 5 weekend reads

From China’s attempt to shut out US tech to Japan being urged to return relic, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

Middle East

Hackers target Iran state TV with exiled prince’s message to forces

In clips, Reza Pahlavi urges security forces to ‘join the people’ in the nationwide demonstrations.

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Politics

The China-US face-off: a visual guide to Xi and Trump’s key people

Discover the power players in Xi and Trump’s teams; the key people setting the agenda on diplomacy, the military, the economy, security and science.

The China-US face-off: a visual guide to Donald Trump and Xi Jinping’s inner circles

United States & Canada

Power players: a visual guide to Trump’s team and their views on China

Discover who is in Donald Trump’s inner circle, their backgrounds, stances on China and the roles they will play in shaping the future of the US.

United States & Canada

Trump hits 8 Nato allies with tariffs to force Greenland sale

The duties will start at 10 per cent in February and go up to 25 per cent in June if no deal is reached for the US to buy the island.

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Americas

Venezuela’s Machado says she ‘presented’ her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump

US president praises Machado for her ‘wonderful’ gesture as he warms to Venezuela’s new leaders.

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Maria Corina Machado gave her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US President Donald Trump during their White House meeting. Photo: The White House via Reuters
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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China

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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky

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Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish

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80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter

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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

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Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump

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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China

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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky

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Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish

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80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter

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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

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