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Activists and an Iranian-born athlete say detained protesters were executed in custody and then recorded by prison guards as having died during a riot; the government has said thousands died during the wider crackdown.

The World Bank Group opened its first office in Doha and signed a memorandum with the Qatar Fund for Development to deepen cooperation on development financing and joint initiatives, including efforts on electricity access and agricultural support.

More than 60 Minnesota-based CEOs signed an open letter calling for immediate de-escalation and for state, local and federal officials to work together after two fatal shootings by federal agents; the letter was posted on the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce website.

GOV.UK says reducing paperwork will make installing private EV chargepoints on driveways easier and cheaper, and the government cited potential savings of up to £1,100 a year; renters and flat owners with on-street parking can receive up to £350 toward an installation.

At a Dublin Holocaust Memorial Day event, survivor Suzi Diamond warned the Holocaust "could very easily" happen again; a Claims Conference survey found 9% of Irish 18–29-year-olds said the Holocaust is a myth and 19% said the death toll has been greatly exaggerated.

About 949 Australians were named on the Australia Day honours list, including Cathy Freeman appointed a Companion (AC) and the late Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst recognised as a Member (AM).

Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the first Australian astronaut to train under the Australian flag, was named Australian of the Year at a ceremony in Canberra; she said she hopes the honour will inspire young people.

King Charles said building young people's confidence is essential to meet the 'ever-changing world of work', and that self-esteem and self-confidence are needed for the next generation to succeed and make an "enormous contribution to society".

The Michelin-starred chef reports he quit drinking and lost 12st, and he comments on strain in Britain's pubs amid reported changes to rents and rates.

Leaked messages reportedly describe a plan to abduct Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and police say investigations are ongoing.

Five energy specialists told Express.co.uk that gaming consoles are the worst household device to leave on standby, and at roughly 10–15 watts in rest mode they could add about £30 a year to an electricity bill.

The King marked the charity's 50th anniversary and praised its work supporting disadvantaged young people; the trust says it has helped more than 1.3 million people and supported over 92,000 to start businesses. An anniversary impact report titled '50 Years Of Working For Young People' will be released next week.

King Charles marked the King's Trust's 50th anniversary and said he was proud; the charity, founded in 1976, says it has helped more than 1.3 million young people.

Heathrow has completed its rollout of next‑generation CT scanners and now allows passengers to carry up to two litres of liquids in hand luggage on flights departing the airport; the change applies only to flights leaving Heathrow.

Ray Dalio told the World Economic Forum in Davos that America’s rising national debt, now above $38 trillion, is a growing concern and that gold can act as insurance for savings; he suggested holding about 10–15% of a portfolio in gold.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem approved an extension of FEMA temporary housing assistance for Maui wildfire survivors through February 2027, Gov. Josh Green said. Nearly 1,000 households displaced by the 2023 fires had been awaiting the decision.

A Dorset landlord, Andy Lennox, spoke to The Telegraph's Save Our Pubs campaign about the costs of running a pub, and the article reports that about one pub a day closes across the country.

A New York charity and local authorities are removing more than 200 dogs from a rural Mississippi property ahead of an approaching winter storm; about 60 dogs have been taken in by nine shelters and 45 were transported to New York.

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that the old rules-based international order is no longer returning and received a standing ovation; he also said Canada opposes U.S. tariffs linked to Greenland.

The 4 Day Week Foundation reports that more than 250 UK firms now offer a four-day working week with full pay, with 53 organisations newly accredited last year and over 6,000 employees affected.

Tesco will launch a 10-week pilot from January 26 across 40 stores using the Auror crime reporting system, and says CCTV will be reviewed by its Security Hub while live facial recognition will not be used.

The transport secretary has signed an agreement to progress reopening the Leamside Line, subject to a business case that demonstrates value for money. Further work will be taken forward under Northern Powerhouse Rail and earlier funding was agreed in 2025 for the northern section as part of a Washington loop.

Aldi has relaunched its Mamia New Parent Fund for 2026, offering one family a £100 Aldi voucher each week; new parents enter by emailing a receipt showing a recent Mamia purchase.

Aldi will award one £100 voucher each week in 2026 through its Mamia New Parent Fund, for a total of 52 vouchers worth £5,200; applicants must email a Mamia receipt and personal details to mamiaparentfund@aldi.co.uk to enter.

ONS data show retail sales rose 0.4% in December, helped by stronger internet shopping and higher demand for gold and silver from online jewellers.

Aid groups and shelters are removing over 200 dogs from a rural Tupelo property ahead of a forecasted winter storm; dozens have been moved to shelters and foster networks.

A columnist who set a goal of reaching £1m by age 60 found a strong 2025 gain reduced the nominal return needed, but realised they had not adjusted for inflation and that the real value target is higher.

Executives from five major US insurers testified before a House committee about rising healthcare costs, and the article mentions UnitedHealth Group will rebate profits from its ACA plans to customers in 2026.

The US unveiled a 'New Gaza' proposal at the World Economic Forum in Davos, with slides showing coastal skyscrapers, housing estates in Rafah and phased development maps; the presentation accompanied a signing for President Trump's new Board of Peace.

The US presented a 'New Gaza' master plan at Davos outlining phased reconstruction, including coastal high-rises and new housing in Rafah, and officials said the plan is linked to a ceasefire and demilitarisation.