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Feb 04, 2026
Geneva [Switzerland], February 4: The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Tuesday launched its 2026 global appeal for nearly $1 billion to ensure that millions of people living in humanitarian crises and conflicts can access healthcare.
Nearly 40% of cancer cases could be prevented, UN study finds
US aircraft carrier shoots down Iranian drone in Arabian Sea amid rising tensions
Son of ex-Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi confirmed dead in western Libya armed attack
US House votes to end partial government shutdown, extends temporary funding for DHS
Spain moves to ban social media access for children under 16
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US withdrawal from WHO threatens Africa's health gains
New York [US], February 4: The United States sent major shockwaves through the global health system by leaving the World Health Organization (WHO) in January...
Ultra-processed foods 'engineered' like cigarettes: study
Harvard [US], February 4: A study by researchers at three United States universities claims to have identified similarities between the addictive characteristics of ultra-processed foods...
Australia: Teen swims for hours to save family lost at sea
Perth [Australia], February 4: A young boy swam for several hours in rough seas to alert authorities to his mother and younger brother and sister...
Spain to ban social media access for minors under 16
Madrid [Spain], February 4: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Tuesday that his government will introduce a ban on social media use for people under...
Grubauer says Neuer's goalkeeping style offers edge as NHL stars return for Olympic hockey
Berlin [Germany], February 4: Manuel Neuer may have his hands full with Bayern Munich, but the goalkeeper's influence is being felt beyond football, including by...
"Biggest one of all": Donald Trump backs world's largest triumphal arch for DC
Feb 03, 2026
Washington, DC [US], February 3: United States President Donald Trump expressed his desire for Washington, DC, to have the world's largest triumphal arch, saying he...
Rafah border crossing in Gaza reopens for two-way traffic
Gaza [Palestine], February 3: Patients, wounded, and citizens begin crossing into Egypt, while stranded Palestinians return to Gaza Strip, amidst ongoing Israeli security controls.
Japan snap election sparks debate over PM Takaichi's dissolution powers
Tokyo [Japan], February 3: A political debate has intensified in Japan over the prime minister's "exclusive prerogative" to dissolve the House of Representatives after Prime...
Laura Fernandez takes early lead in Costa Rica presidential election
San Jose [Costa Rica], February 3: Right-wing law-and-order candidate Laura Fernandez has emerged with a strong early lead in Costa Rica's presidential election, according to...
Bangladesh court hands 10-year sentence to ex-PM Sheikh Hasina over Purbachal plot allocation
Dhaka [Bangladesh], February 3: In two separate cases over allegations of allocating a 20-katha plot under the Purbachal New Town government project in the country's capital, a court has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to five years in each case, totalling 10 years in prison.
Italian unemployment reaches new record low of 5.6%
Canadian, Danish PMs vow to bolster Arctic security, sovereignty
U.S. lowers tariffs on India under trade deal
Trump "hopeful" Iran will "make a deal", says failure will show if Khamenei's "regional war" warning was right
Feb 02, 2026
Israeli strikes kill more than 30 Palestinians in Gaza
Anti-ICE protests spread in US after judge allows Operation Metro Surge
Germany: Afghanistan's consulates pose threat to refugees
GCC Interconnection Authority begins direct power grid interconnection with Oman
Russian drone strike kills 12 in eastern Ukraine
Iraq parliament fails again in bid to elect president
