Trump made US midterms about himself. Will it backfire?

Toyota to recall more than 228,000 US vehicles over unsecured seat back risk, NHTSA says

Syria says death toll in Jordan strikes rises to 8

DAMASCUS, Syria — Syria said the death toll in Monday’s strikes in its south had risen to eight, as Jordan said it had targeted “terrorist organizations” after a deadly jihadist attack on a church. Health officials said “hospitals in Daraa province have received eight victims, including an elderly man and three children”, in addition to four

Competitive eater Zermatt Neo opens first restaurant Over at Tras Street, comes with 8kg food challenge

Diners can attempt an 8kg food challenge alone or in teams of up to four, with one hour to finish the platter and earn a place on the restaurant's Hall of Fame for successful participants.

Jay-Z says headlining Super Bowl halftime show is 'a dream come true'

What we know about Oleshky as Russia and Ukraine begin Melania Trump-brokered ceasefire

Localized Russia-Ukraine ceasefire takes effect to aid occupied town of Oleshky in deal brokered by Melania Trump

Mapped: Where in the UK will see snow this week as first flurries of winter predicted

With the first storms of the season battering the UK, snow won’t be far behind

Judge halts Trump's makeover of historic DC golf course after 400 trees cut down

A federal judge has agreed to extend an order blocking the Trump administration’s renovation plans for a century-old public golf course in the nation’s capital

Jay-Z confirmed as headline act for Super Bowl 2027 halftime show

The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight in February

6 members of Singapore syndicate hawking vapes from Malaysia get jail, fines

The vape syndicate ran in three tiers, with syndicate leaders at the top and distributors on two rungs.

Tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 may still not be enough to meet climate goals: IRENA chief

Rising energy demand, driven by changing lifestyles and the growth of AI, is adding pressure to the global energy transition, IRENA chief Francesco La Camera told CNA's Roland Lim.

Chinese brands cut ties with French soccer star Mbappé over ‘Chinese dictator’ remark

For months, French soccer star Kylian Mbappé’s face has appeared in ads across China, from subway stations to elevators in residential buildings

Walter Smith's widow donates £50,000 to cancer unit that treated Rangers legend five years after his death

Ethel Smith, honoring the memory of her late husband, former football manager Walter Smith, has generously contributed £50,000 to the cancer unit at Vale of Leven Hospital. This donation aims to enhance the comfort and facilities for patients receiving care. The Emmie Smillie Foundation played a crucial role in facilitating this heartfelt contribution, reflecting the shared experiences of both families affected by cancer.