France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France’s nuclear umbrella – but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power. Source link
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Amazon says drone strikes damaged 3 facilities in UAE and Bahrain
People walk by the exhibit for Amazon Web Services (AWS) at National Retail Federation (NRF) 2026: Retail’s Big Show, in New York City, U.S., Jan. 12, 2026. Kylie Cooper | Reuters Amazon Web Services said late Monday two of its data centers in the United Arab Emirates and a facility in Bahrain were damaged by…
The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns
A remarkable 80% of the country’s lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province. Source link
Target (TGT) Q4 2025 earnings
Sign at the entrance to a Target store in Venice, Florida. Erik Mcgregor | Lightrocket | Getty Images Target plans to report its holiday-quarter earnings and share its expectations for the year ahead on Tuesday morning, as its new CEO lays out his strategy and tries to persuade Wall Street that the big-box retailer can…
Beyond Big Cats: World Wildlife Day 2026 shines spotlight on medicinal and aromatic plants |
World Wildlife Day is celebrated today, which focuses on the importance of protecting wild animals and plants across the world. It recognises the vital role wildlife plays in sustaining ecosystems, supporting livelihoods, and maintaining ecological balance. Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated the commitment to the cause of wildlife conservation, saying that the country’s eternal…
6 U.S. service members killed since Iran mission start
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Under Pressure from Trump, Cuban Leader Calls for ‘Urgent’ Economic Change
President Miguel Díaz-Canel said the private sector needed more autonomy, as the island confronts a U.S. oil blockade that has deepened a humanitarian crisis. Source link
How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping
The Strait of Hormuz is a key artery for the movement of global energy supplies. BBC Verify’s Ben Chu has been looking at what’s been happening to marine traffic in the strait since the US-Israel war with Iran broke out – and examining the potential economic fallout. Produced by Jemimah Herd Graphics by Sally Nicholls…
Why travel insurance may fall short
A traveler uses his mobile phone next to a departures board showing a cancelled Kuwait Airways flight, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, at Terminal 7 at John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport in New York City, U.S., March 2, 2026. Bing Guan | Reuters The upshot: Vacationers who miss some or all of their…
OpenAI’s Altman says defense deal was ‘opportunistic and sloppy
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman addresses the gathering at the AI Impact Summit, in New Delhi, India, February 19, 2026. Bhawika Chhabra | Reuters OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said Monday that the company “shouldn’t have rushed” its recent deal with the U.S. Department of Defense and would make some revisions to the agreement. It comes after…