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Middle East

Newcastle Protesters Cause £6.8k Damage to Factory Linked to Israel

Three protesters caused £6,800 worth of damage to a factory in Newcastle during an eight-hour standoff over its alleged ties to Israel and the Gaza conflict, a court has heard.

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Medicine

SEND Reforms Face Criticism as Families and Educators Voice Concerns

The UK government has unveiled sweeping reforms to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system, proposing changes that will significantly alter how children receive support in schools by 2035.

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Diplomacy & Trade

Indian PM Modi to Elevate Ties with Israel During Historic Visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a historic two-day state visit to Israel, where he will address the Knesset and elevate bilateral relations to a 'special strategic partnership.'

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Crypto

Smarter Web Secures $30M Coinbase Credit Line to Accelerate Bitcoin Purchases

Smarter Web has secured a $30 million Bitcoin-backed credit line from Coinbase Credit to accelerate Bitcoin purchases, reducing settlement delays during volatile market conditions.

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Middle East

Congress Criticizes Modi’s Israel Visit Amid Global Concerns

India's Congress party has sharply criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent visit to Israel, accusing him of aligning with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu despite international condemnation of Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank.

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Middle East

Harry and Meghan Announce Humanitarian Tour to Jordan, Meet Gaza Refugees

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are set to visit Jordan this week to meet with medical evacuees from Gaza and highlight humanitarian efforts amid the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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Markets

Clermont Hotel Group Promotes Five Leaders to Strengthen London Hospitality Portfolio

The Clermont Hotel Group has promoted five key General Managers in its portfolio, underscoring its commitment to internal development and leadership growth as it continues to expand its presence across London’s historic hotels.

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Medicine

Former Norwegian PM Thorbjørn Jagland Hospitalized Amid Epstein Scandal

Former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland was rushed to the hospital after an alleged suicide attempt, just days after being charged with corruption linked to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Climate Change

UK Government Faces Criticism Over Housing Rules Favoring Builders Over Climate Goals

The UK government has been accused of yielding to housebuilder lobbying in proposed changes to housing regulations that could stifle efforts to build low-carbon homes.

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Asia Pacific

Chinese Ambassador Invites Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to Visit Beijing

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit Beijing, underscoring the deepening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.

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Asia Pacific

INDIA alliance all will be gone: Mani Shankar Aiyar says Mamata Banerjee critical to bloc’s survival

Veteran Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has warned that the Opposition INDIA alliance could collapse without West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, reigniting political tensions within the bloc.

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Diplomacy & Trade

Hedge funds maintain momentum in January

LONDON — Hedge funds started 2026 on a strong note. They delivered an average return of 0.9% in January, extending a streak of 10 consecutive positive months, the global hedge...

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Markets

Small caps to watch: Earnings from MTY Food Group, Organigram’s German acquisition and more

Canada's S&P/TSX Small Cap Index climbed 64 percent over the past 52 weeks through Thursday's close, reaching a record 1,413.69 on Jan. 29. MTY Food Group reported fourth-quarter revenue that topped estimates and swung to a profit, driving potential activity in its shares.

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Conflicts & Security

Wicklow Councillor Calls for Boycott of US St Patrick’s Day Parades Over Deportations

A Wicklow councillor has called for a boycott of all US St Patrick's Day parades this year, citing concerns over deportations of Irish citizens and criticism of the US administration.

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Celebrity

UK Scandal and Market Volatility Amid Political Turmoil

Peter Mandelson, a former UK government minister, was arrested in connection with a scandal involving the leaking of sensitive information, as the nation's political landscape faces mounting pressure.

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