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President Donald Trump has warned that Canada could face a 100 % tariff on all its exports to the United States if Ottawa goes ahead with a trade agreement involving China. Trump criticized Canadian PM Mark Carney’s approach, accusing him of risking Canada’s economy by deepening ties with Beijing.
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaThe United States has announced that Vice-President J.D. Vance will travel to Armenia and Azerbaijan next month to build on a US-brokered post-conflict peace deal and advance a new regional transit initiative known as the “Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity.”
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaDebate is growing over how US President Donald Trump’s actions and control of planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics could politicize or even disrupt these massive sporting events. Critics worry that his influence might affect participation, safety, and global engagement as political tensions rise….
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaUkraine says Russia carried out its largest aerial strike of the year—with missiles and drones pounding key cities—just hours after Ukrainian, Russian, and US negotiators wrapped their first trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending the war. The bombardment underscores ongoing conflict despite diplomatic efforts.
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaRescue efforts have concluded following a landslide in New Zealand, with six people still unaccounted for. Authorities ended the operation after days of searching, shifting focus to recovery. The community continues to mourn and support families affected by the disaster.
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaRussian forces launched overnight strikes across Ukraine, killing at least one civilian and injuring around 23 others in Kyiv and Kharkiv. The attacks came just a day after Ukraine, Russia, and the United States began trilateral talks aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict, underscoring continued violence despite diplomacy.
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaAfter clinching his first victory of the year, world champion D. Gukesh hit a roadblock at the Tata Steel Chess Masters. In round 6, Nodirbek Abdusattorov capitalised on a costly blunder to defeat him, ending Gukesh’s unbeaten run and taking the sole lead in the tournament.
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to visit China next week with Finance Minister Rachel Reeves and business leaders, aiming to strengthen economic ties with Beijing. The trip reflects broader European interest in China at a time of strained relations with the United States and rising global trade tensions.
Published on: January 24, 2026 | By: urjaTo help curb rising PM2.5 air pollution, Bangkok has asked Prachinburi and six upstream provinces to stop open burning from January 24–28, a key source of fine dust that drifts into the capital. This temporary halt aims to ease smog and protect people’s health as pollution concerns grow.
Published on: January 23, 2026 | By: urjaIsrael has formally invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a visit, fueling expectations of a trip as early as February that would reinforce the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. The invitation highlights deepening diplomatic ties and ongoing cooperation on regional and global issues.
Published on: January 23, 2026 | By: urja
