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World News

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

• India and the EU clinch the 'mother of all deals' in a historic trade agreement
  India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement, at a time when Washington targets them both with steep import tariffs, pushing major economies to seek alternate partnerships.
  
• In China, AI is no longer optional for some kids. It's part of the curriculum
  While debate rages in the U.S. about the merits and risks of AI in schools, it's become a state-mandated part of the curriculum in China, as the authorities try to create a pool of AI-savvy professionals.
  
• U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats have done little to stop the flow of illegal drugs
  Despite dozens of lethal U.S. military strikes on suspected narco-boats, drug flows continue, allies are alarmed, and Caribbean fishermen say their livelihoods are under threat.
  
• Activists fear U.S. visa restrictions for Palestinians will hurt diplomacy
  Palestinians can no longer apply for a U.S. visa with documents issued by the Palestinian Authority -- another sign, they say, that the Trump administration is sidelining Palestinians.
  
• At least 6,126 people killed in Iran's crackdown on nationwide protests, activists say
  Iran's bloody crackdown on nationwide protests killed at least 6,126 people while many others still are feared dead, activists said Tuesday, as a U.S. aircraft carrier group arrived in the Mideast to lead any American military response to the crisis.
  
• NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without U.S. help
  NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insisted Monday that Europe is incapable of defending itself without U.S. military support and would have to more than double current military spending targets to be able to do so.
  

Monday, January 26, 2026

• Israel says it has recovered the last remaining body of a hostage held in Gaza
  The recovery is a major breakthrough in moving a three-month ceasefire in Gaza into its next phase.
  
• Ukrainians are sharing hacks online on how to survive winter power cuts
  After repeated Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy grid, Ukrainians face long outages during a cold winter at war. On social media, Ukrainians share tips for keeping warm at home.
  
• Israel finds the last hostage body in Gaza, paving the way for next steps in Trump plan
  The Israeli military says the body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old special forces policeman killed while fighting Hamas militants on Oct. 7, 2023, has been found.
  
• France could become second country to ban social media for some teens
  France is set to debate a proposed social media ban for those under 15 years old, as the country's president backs stricter rules and a high school phone ban.