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European troops arrive as security concerns grow Military personnel from several European countries have begun arriving in Greenland as part of a short-term reconnaissance and training mission. Forces from France, Germany, Norway, Sweden and others are operating alongside Danish units in and around the capital, Nuuk. European officials say the deployments are meant to strengthen preparedness in the Arctic and improve coordination among NATO allies as geopolitical competition in the region intensifies. France has announced it will reinforce its initial presence with additional land, air and naval assets, while Germany has sent a small reconnaissance team at Denmark’s invitation. Greenland’s…

West Ham United are willing to sell Lucas Paquetá this month only if the deal includes a loan back from Flamengo until season’s end. Flamengo’s opening €35m bid was rejected and a rise to about €40m is expected, but the Brazilian club are reluctant to agree a loan, believing they can wait to buy more cheaply in summer. West Ham, locked in a relegation fight and seven points below 17th, fear losing Paquetá now could be decisive. Paquetá has told West Ham he wants to return to Brazil after a difficult period in England following spot-fixing allegations, which he was…

A chaotic start to the yearThe year 2026 opened amid political upheaval. President Donald Trump threatened decisive action against Iran. The threat followed US forces capturing Venezuela’s leader. His administration launched a criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve chair. Officials also targeted core profits of banks and institutional investors. These actions injected widespread uncertainty into global markets. Stocks remain surprisingly steadyMany expected equities to drop sharply. That decline never occurred. Traders largely ignored the political turmoil. US stock indexes hit record highs early in the week. Prices later eased only slightly. Markets showed resilience despite growing geopolitical and economic concerns.…

BP has said it will write down the value of its struggling green energy and transition businesses by up to $5 billion, as the FTSE 100 oil and gas giant shifts its focus back to fossil fuels under new leadership. The planned impairment mainly affects its “transition” units, including solar and low-carbon ventures, and follows years of disappointing performance in renewable investments and failed attempts to find partners for assets such as its solar arm. (Financial Times) BP noted that the writedowns, expected in its forthcoming full-year results, will not hurt underlying profits, but the announcement weighed on its share…

The US government has approved Nvidia’s sale of high-end artificial intelligence chips to China. The Department of Commerce announced the decision on Tuesday. Officials said they reviewed domestic supply levels before acting. The move relaxes previous export restrictions on sensitive technology. Washington had blocked the sales over national security concerns. Officials warned the chips could boost China’s technology sector and military capabilities. The new policy lifts some limits under strict conditions. Authorities described the change as cautious and controlled. H200 processors allowed for export The approval applies to Nvidia’s H200 processors. The chip ranks as the company’s second-most-advanced AI product.…

Geoeconomic Tensions Take Center StageRising economic confrontations between major powers — from tariffs to sanctions — are now considered the top global threat, according to the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Risks Report 2026. Released ahead of the WEF’s annual Davos meeting, the report surveyed more than 1,300 experts from business, government, academia, and civil society. Geoeconomic tensions outranked misinformation, societal polarization, extreme weather, and armed conflict as the most pressing concern for 2026. Half of those surveyed predict a turbulent or stormy world in the next two years, up sharply from 36% in last year’s report. Another 40% expect…

AI Momentum Powers Google’s SurgeGoogle’s parent company, Alphabet, has officially joined the elite club of $4 trillion companies, following Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple. Investors have been fueling tech valuations to record highs over the past year, betting on artificial intelligence to reshape industries. Despite caution from even Google’s own CEO about potential overvaluation, the company’s stock has surged roughly 75% over the past year and is up nearly 7% since January. This milestone places Alphabet as the world’s second-most valuable company, just behind chipmaker Nvidia. A major boost came from Apple’s recent announcement that it will integrate Google’s Gemini AI…

Diageo is reportedly considering selling its Chinese assets as part of a strategic overhaul under new chief executive Dave Lewis. The owner of Guinness and Johnnie Walker is said to be working with Goldman Sachs and UBS to review its China operations, where sales have been weakening. According to Bloomberg, the move could include the sale of Diageo’s majority stake in Sichuan Swellfun, a Shanghai-listed producer and distributor of baijiu. Shares in Swellfun have fallen sharply over the past year amid slowing demand. Lewis, who took over at the start of January, is known for aggressive cost-cutting and restructuring from…

Decision time for the president President Trump faces a critical choice on Iran. Ten days ago, he warned that the United States would protect Iranian protesters if authorities used violence. He said American forces were locked, loaded, and ready. At the time, the crackdown had not yet escalated. Now, reports reveal the shocking scale of repression. Global attention focuses on Trump’s next move. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said only the president knows his plans. She added the world can continue guessing. That uncertainty now dominates Washington. Observers wonder how long patience can last. Military options under review Senior…

China’s U‑23 men’s football team achieved a significant milestone with a 1–0 victory over Australia in the AFC U‑23 Asian Cup. This win marks the team’s first success in the tournament and puts them at the top of their group, boosting confidence for the matches ahead. The match showcased China’s strong defensive play and tactical discipline. Throughout the game, the team maintained tight formations and limited Australia’s scoring chances. The single goal proved decisive, reflecting both careful strategy and precise execution. Players and coaching staff praised the team’s effort and coordination. The win reflects months of preparation, including intensive training…