The latest headlines focus on Trump's foreign and domestic policy decisions, including new trade agreements, Greenland's diplomatic openings, and ongoing nuclear talks with Iran, alongside controversies surrounding his administration's rhetoric on immigration and elections.

• Trump signs proclamation to increase US imports of beef from Argentina — The Guardian -
• Newsom debunks DHS claim about California releasing undocumented criminals from prison — The Guardian -
• Watch: Trump has called to nationalise US elections. Is it a big deal? — BBC World -

• Talks With U.S. Were ‘Good Start,’ Iran’s Foreign Minister Says — New York Times World -
• France and Canada Open Consulates in Greenland, Following Trump Threats — New York Times World -
• In Talks, Trump Won’t Allow Iran to Have Any Enriched Uranium — New York Times World -
• Trump removes video with racist clip depicting Obamas as apes — BBC World -
• Trump’s toxic, racist video surpasses previous levels of debasement — The Guardian -
• Trump says he’ll free infrastructure funds for New York if Penn Station is renamed after him — The Guardian -
• Canada and France open Greenland consulates after Trump demands — BBC World -
• Talks with US set to continue after 'good beginning', Iran's foreign minister says — BBC World -
• Video with racist imagery of Obamas taken down from Trump’s social media after Democratic outrage — The Guardian -
• Nuclear Arms Control Era Comes to End Amid Global Rush for New Weapons — New York Times World -
• Pam Bondi announces arrest of ‘key participant’ in 2012 Benghazi attack — The Guardian -
• Argentina and U.S. Sign Sweeping Trade Deal as Alliance Deepens — New York Times World -
• Iran says ‘good start’ made in talks with US over nuclear programme — The Guardian -
• Iran’s foreign minister says talks with US were ‘ a very good start’ but are ‘over for now’ – as it happened — The Guardian -
• Canada and France open Greenland consulates in show of Denmark support — The Guardian -
• Opposition to US has hardened in western Europe after Greenland threat, poll finds — The Guardian -
• U.S. and Iran Set for Talks in Oman — New York Times World -
• ‘Grind the country to a halt’: Democrat urges national strike if Trump meddles in midterms — The Guardian -
• US military says two killed in strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific — The Guardian -
• Trump endorses Japan's Takaichi ahead of snap election — BBC World -
• Trump endorses Japan's Takaichi ahead of snap election — BBC World -
• White House doubles down on Tulsi Gabbard’s presence at FBI raid of election center – as it happened — The Guardian -

This topic covers fatal accidents like a light plane crash and a deadly car collision, the tragic death of Lil Jon's son, and the ongoing search for Savannah Guthrie's missing mother, as well as a suicide bombing at a Pakistan mosque that resulted in dozens of deaths.

• Rapper Lil Jon confirms son is dead after police find body in pond near Atlanta — The Guardian -
• Police probe new message in search for mother of Savannah Guthrie — BBC World -
• Three dead after light plane crashes into ocean off South Australian beach — The Guardian -

• Suicide Bombing Kills 31 at Mosque in Pakistan’s Capital — New York Times World -
• Officials investigating new messages on Savannah Guthrie’s missing mother — The Guardian -
• More than 30 killed in blast at Pakistan mosque, officials say — BBC World -
• More than 30 killed in blast at Pakistan mosque, officials say — BBC World -
• Mosque bombing in Pakistan capital kills at least 31 people — The Guardian -
• Savannah Guthrie's brother renews plea for proof mother is alive — BBC World -
• Savannah Guthrie’s brother pleads for mother’s kidnapper to contact family — The Guardian -
• Three dead and six hurt after driver hits cyclist and crashes car into LA store — The Guardian -
• US police believe Savannah Guthrie's missing mother is 'still out there' — BBC World -
• US police believe Savannah Guthrie's missing mother is 'still out there' — BBC World -

Recent reports detail Rishi Sunak's stance on identity, investigations into a Labour minister's actions regarding journalists, police searches linked to Peter Mandelson amid Epstein revelations, and warnings about NHS hiring bans impacting cancer care.

• ‘I’m British, English and British Asian’, says Rishi Sunak in riposte to racially charged debate over identity — The Guardian -
• Labour minister commissioned report on journalists — The Guardian -
• Reform faces police investigation over ‘concerned neighbour’ byelection letters — The Guardian -

• Mandelson lobbying firm sought work with Russia and China state companies, Epstein emails show — The Guardian -
• Police search two homes connected to Peter Mandelson over Epstein scandal — The Guardian -
• NHS hiring bans in cancer units shortsighted and dangerous, doctors warn — The Guardian -
• Police search properties related to Peter Mandelson investigation - as it happened — The Guardian -
• ‘Pestering for a role’: how Mandelson talked his way back into the Labour fold — The Guardian -
• UK and France asylum deal could violate human rights laws, warns UN — The Guardian -
• Boss of lobbying firm founded with Peter Mandelson quits after Epstein revelations — The Guardian -
• Labour thinktank close to Morgan McSweeney paid firm to investigate journalists — The Guardian -
• Starmer faces renewed calls to sack chief of staff over Mandelson scandal — The Guardian -
• Andrew vouched for Epstein on state visit to UAE with queen in 2010 — The Guardian -

The opening ceremonies of the Milan Winter Olympics are a central theme, with reports on US figure skaters and flag bearers, performances by Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, protests against ICE, and discussions about the Games' global harmony amidst world conflicts.

• A dozen U.S. figure skaters march in the ceremony, some fresh off competing. — New York Times World -
• JD Vance Is Booed at Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony in Milan — New York Times World -
• The U.S. flag bearers are a renowned speedskater and a bobsledder, both previous Olympians. — New York Times World -

• 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremonies Performers: Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli and More — New York Times World -
• Flying Solo: Some Olympic Athletes Are Their Country’s Whole Team — New York Times World -
• Haiti Just Won the Fashion Game at the Opening Ceremonies — New York Times World -
• Scattered protests occur in Milan before the ceremonies begin. — New York Times World -
• The ghost of Giorgio Armani hovers over the Games. — New York Times World -
• Mariah Carey Performs at Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony in Milan — New York Times World -
• As Olympics Open, Pope Warns Against Using Sports for ‘Propaganda’ — New York Times World -
• Who will light the Olympic cauldrons? — New York Times World -
• No Fashion Focus in Milan After France Made It Part of Summer Olympics — New York Times World -
• Milan Athletes Welcome Return of Winter Olympics Spectators — New York Times World -
• A Lightweight, Minimalist Torch Design Helps Kick Off the Winter Games — New York Times World -
• The Olympics Could Be One of the Last Big Events for an Iconic Milan Stadium — New York Times World -
• Naturally, Italy’s Song for the Olympics Is About Love — New York Times World -
• Milan Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony: What Time to Watch, How to Watch, and More — New York Times World -
• What to Expect at the Olympic Opening Ceremonies, From the Man Behind Them — New York Times World -
• Russia blames Ukraine for attempted assassination of top general – as it happened — The Guardian -
• LA Olympics Chief Keeps Low Profile in Milan Games After Appearing in Epstein Files — New York Times World -
• The Olympics Are a Show Of Global Harmony. The World is Anything But. — New York Times World -

Key developments include Haiti's leadership vacuum amid gang control, satellite images showing Iran's work on missile and nuclear sites, the shooting of a Russian general in Moscow, arrests of suspected Chinese spies in France, and reports of Palestinian militia checks at the Rafah crossing.

• In the Grip of Gangs, Haiti Faces a Government Leadership Vacuum — New York Times World -
• Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia — BBC World -
• Iran Is at Work on Missile and Nuclear Sites, Satellite Images Show — New York Times World -

• Suspected Chinese spies arrested in quiet French town — BBC World -
• Russian General Is Shot in Latest Attack on a Top Military Leader in Moscow — New York Times World -
• Netanyahu Suggests Other Officials to Blame for Oct. 7 Failings — New York Times World -
• Russian general shot several times in Moscow — BBC World -
• 'They sent a letter asking to preach. Then they massacred us' - Nigerians on jihadist attack — BBC World -
• Russian general Vladimir Alekseyev in critical condition after Moscow shooting — The Guardian -
• Russian General Is Shot in Moscow — New York Times World -
• At Ukraine’s Request, Starlink Denies Internet Access to Russian Troops — New York Times World -

This section highlights the manslaughter conviction of a New York officer, murder charges in the UK and Australia, the indictment of actor Timothy Busfield on child sex abuse charges, and the capture and pending extradition of an FBI fugitive in Wales.

• New York officer who hit suspect with cooler found guilty of manslaughter — The Guardian -
• Man, 18, charged with murder of De Montfort University student Khaleed Oladipo — The Guardian -
• Far-right influencer and US Senate candidate arrested for damaging anti-ICE sculpture — The Guardian -

• Texas doctor indicted on charges he falsified records to block patients’ liver transplants — The Guardian -
• Pardoned January 6 rioter pleads guilty to threatening Hakeem Jeffries — The Guardian -
• Actor Timothy Busfield indicted in New Mexico on child sex abuse charges — The Guardian -
• Serial killer Steve Wright sentenced to 40 more years for schoolgirl’s murder — The Guardian -
• FBI fugitive found hiding in Wales can be extradited to USA — BBC World -
• Man shot dead by NSW police after reportedly breaking into house with knife and chainsaw and stabbing woman — The Guardian -
• Toronto Police Charged in Sweeping Drug and Corruption Case — New York Times World -

Financial news includes the Dow Jones hitting a 50,000 milestone, Big Tech's AI spending impacts on Amazon shares, Pandora's shift from silver to platinum due to price surges, and Stellantis taking a significant hit over underestimated EV market shifts.

• Dow Jones hits 50,000 milestone amid tech gains and hopes of lower interest rates — The Guardian -
• Amazon shares fall as it joins Big Tech AI spending spree — BBC World -
• Pandora to switch from silver to platinum over price surge — BBC World -

• Pandora to switch from silver to platinum over price surge — BBC World -
• Stellantis takes €22bn hit after ‘overestimating’ pace of shift to EVs — The Guardian -
• Price of average UK home passes £300,000 for first time, Halifax says — The Guardian -
• The Russian economy is finally stagnating. What does it mean for the war – and for Putin? — The Guardian -
• Australian banks passed interest rate hikes on to mortgage holders – so why haven’t they done so for savings accounts? — The Guardian -

Headlines explore K-pop stardom aspirations, Washington Post layoffs impacting Bob Woodward, Taylor Swift casting Graham Norton in a music video, criticism over TikTok's addictive design by the EU, and public health updates like new cervical cancer screening methods.

• They were drawn to Korea with dreams of K-pop stardom - but then let down — BBC World -
• Bob Woodward says he is ‘crushed’ by Washington Post layoffs — The Guardian -
• Taylor Swift casts ‘insanely charismatic and lovable’ Graham Norton in music video — The Guardian -

• What the Super Bowl means to American fans — BBC World -
• Court battle over Picasso art exposes offshore finances of Farage’s billionaire Davos sponsor — The Guardian -
• Queen’s image on Australian commemorative coins likened to Shrek — The Guardian -
• As US cash dries up South Africa's fight to stop Aids gets harder — BBC World -
• Levi’s sales grow in UK as celebrities drive denim revival — The Guardian -
• How anti-ICE pin badges became the essential red carpet accessory — The Guardian -
• Filled with good intention: could the new It bag be an antidote to the tote? — The Guardian -
• Elton John accuses Daily Mail publisher of ‘abhorrent’ invasion of privacy — The Guardian -
• TikTok told to change 'addictive design' by EU or face massive fines — BBC World -
• TikTok told to change 'addictive design' by EU or face massive fines — BBC World -
• Menstrual blood test could offer alternative to cervical screening for cancer — The Guardian -
• Newly revealed emails undermine RFK Jr testimony about 2019 Samoa trip ahead of measles outbreak — The Guardian -
• Despite assurances, residents and officials prepare for possible ICE operations during Super Bowl — The Guardian -
• TikTok could be forced to change app’s ‘addictive design’ by European Commission — The Guardian -
• Coin portrait of late Queen draws criticism in Australia — BBC World -
• Coin portrait of late Queen draws criticism in Australia — BBC World -
• ‘It’s gonna be a huge party’: Bad Bunny set for Super Bowl stage as Trump skips event — The Guardian -
• ‘Gruffalo Granny is coming to stay’: new story to be released in September — The Guardian -
• Trump and the NFL - why it's complicated — BBC World -
• Watch: Bad Bunny lookalikes compete ahead of Super Bowl — BBC World -
• US healthcare needs fixing, but there's no agreement on how to do it — BBC World -
• US healthcare needs fixing, but there's no agreement on how to do it — BBC World -
• We had sex in a Chinese hotel, then found we had been broadcast to thousands — BBC World -
• We had sex in a Chinese hotel, then found we had been broadcast to thousands — BBC World -

This topic addresses Storm Leonardo's impact on Europe and North Africa, record low petrol car sales in Norway, severe sewage leaks in Wellington, deadly snowfalls in Japan, and the rediscovery of a rare wrasse fish in Australia.

• Weather tracker: Storm Leonardo continues to batter Europe and northern Africa — The Guardian -
• Only seven new petrol-powered cars sold in Norway in January — The Guardian -
• Horror in Wellington as millions of litres of untreated sewage flow into the sea — The Guardian -

• Dozens dead after record snow in Japan – and officials warn warmer weather will be treacherous — The Guardian -
• That’s a wrasse! Rare fish spotted for first time since 2009 in kelp forest in Western Australia — The Guardian -
• Meet the women protecting India's snow leopards — BBC World -

This category focuses on Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit's apology for her Epstein friendship and broader discussions around royal ties to the late sex offender.

• Norway's crown princess apologises after pressure over Epstein friendship — BBC World -
• Norway's crown princess apologises after pressure over Epstein friendship — BBC World -
• Norway Rallies Behind Royals, Despite Dismay Over Epstein Links — New York Times World -

• ‘My Crazy Friend’: The Royals Who Stayed Close to Epstein — New York Times World -

Diverse global updates include Japan's upcoming snap election and its first female premier, China's reversal of a Canadian's death penalty, a Nigerian court ordering the UK to pay compensation for historical killings, and reports of a Ukrainian soldier contacting his family after being presumed dead.

• Will Sunday's snap election gamble pay off for Japan's first female premier? — BBC World -
• Saalumarada Thimmakka Dies; Planted and Nurtured Thousands of Trees — New York Times World -
• China Reverses Death Penalty for Canadian in Drug-Smuggling Case — New York Times World -

• Nigerian court orders UK to pay £420m over 1949 killing of miners — BBC World -
• UK ‘could lose generation of scientists’ with cuts to projects and research facilities — The Guardian -
• Watch: Ukrainian soldier thought to be dead calls his family — BBC World -
• Most of England’s smart motorways are poor value for money, official reports find — The Guardian -
• Two Chinese Journalists Are Detained for Reporting on Corruption — New York Times World -
• PM praises ‘very significant’ Indonesia security pact – as it happened — The Guardian -
• Almost a quarter of soup on sale in UK supermarkets has too much salt, study finds — The Guardian -
• She’s Upending Japanese Politics With Two Words: ‘I’m Pregnant’ — New York Times World -
• ‘Sana-mania’ grips Japan as ultra-conservative Takaichi expected to secure election landslide — The Guardian -
• NSW chief justice says Tony Abbott’s criticism of Harbour Bridge march judge ‘misconceived and ignorant’ — The Guardian -