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Outsourced call centre staff at NDIS have to pretend to work for government, workers say

January 25, 2026

Jonathan Barrett Business editor

Serco employees also say they are given email addresses identical to public servants, making them indistinguishableFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOutsourced call centre s...

Sony’s first clip earbuds don’t quite hit the mark

January 25, 2026

The Sony LinkBuds Clip are the company's first clip earbuds. They follow the innovative donut-hole LinkBuds and LinkBuds Open and, like their predecessors, allow you to listen to music or podcasts, make phone calls, or be active outdoors while still maintaining awareness of your surroundings. The clip design has become more popular over the past […]

NCAA: Letran sweeps EAC to wrap Season 101 volleyball opening weekend

January 25, 2026

GMA News Online / Sports

Colegio de San Juan de Letran swept Emilio Aguinaldo College in both the men"s and women"s volleyball tournaments to cap the opening weekend of NCAA Season 101 on Sunday.

The parents who uncovered hospital’s infected water scandal

January 25, 2026

Dozens of patients became more unwell and some died with infections picked up at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Shan Lorque’s stoppage-time strike vs UST lifts UP to UAAP Men’s Football top seed

January 25, 2026

Lorenzo del Carmen

Shan Lorque capitalized with aplomb in stoppage time to propel the University of the Philippines to the top seed in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Football Final Four, following a 2-1 victory over the University of Santo Tomas on Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Stadium. The Masbate National Comprehensive High School product delivered […]
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‘PBB Collab 2.0″: Sofia, Joaquin, Eliza, Caprice, Carmelle, and Heath nominated for eviction

January 25, 2026

GMA News Online / Showbiz

It was an intense Ligtask on “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” on Sunday and Sofia, Joaquin, Eliza, Caprice, Carmelle, and Heath are nominated for eviction.

Outrage after US agents kill ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minnesota

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Authorities say Alex Pretti posed a violent threat when shot by US ICE agents, but multiple videos suggest otherwise.

Arsenal vs Manchester United 2-3: Premier League – as it happened

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

All the updates as United shock Arsenal with stunning second-half goals from Patrick Dorgu and ⁠Matheus Cunha.

Trump says ‘US armada’ moving towards Iran as tensions escalate

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Trump ordered an aircraft carrier and a guided-missile strike group to the Middle East as tensions soar with Iran.

‘Invoking Insurrection Act would escalate conflict with private citizens’

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

‘Invoking US Insurrection Act would escalate conflict with private citizens’

Clashes erupt at antigovernment protest in Albanian capital Tirana

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Protests turn violent, arrests are made, as opposition accuses Prime Minister Edi Rama and allies of corruption.

The great e-bike crackdown has begun

January 25, 2026

Andrew J. Hawkins

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the e-bike movement, follow Andrew J. Hawkins. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Last week, I did something I don't typically do, which […]

Dozens supporting Palestine hunger strikers arrested at London prison

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Videos show police officers shoving protesters to the ground and herding them outside Prison Wormwood Scrubs.

U.S. rock climber Alex Honnold reaches top of Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes

January 25, 2026

The Associated Press

Cheers erupted from a street-level crowd as Alex Honnold reached the top of the spire of the 508-meter (1,667-foot) tower, about 90 minutes after he started.

Who was Alex Pretti, the intensive care nurse shot dead in Minneapolis?

January 25, 2026

He has been described as an avid outdoorsman who loved mountain biking.

Sir Mark Tully, the BBC’s ‘voice of India’, dies aged 90

January 25, 2026

Sir Mark covered some of the defining moments in India's history in a career that spanned decades.

Midlife Halftime: Tatjana Maria, Donna Vekic headline foreign field at Philippine Women’s Open

January 25, 2026

Ariel Ian Clarito

Alex Eala, 18-year-old SEA Games women’s doubles bronze medalist Tennielle Madis, and UAAP standouts Kaye Emana of UST and Elizabeth Abarquez of NU will defend the home front against an impressive field of international players when the main draw of the inaugural Philippine Open officially begins on Monday at the outdoor hard courts of the […]
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‘Emotionally devastating’: Iranians in US on regime’s deadly protest crackdown

January 25, 2026

US readers said they were feeling anxious and helpless as authorities’ brutal crackdown has left thousands deadRecent protests in Iran have created the most serious and deadliest unrest in the country since the 1979 revolution, prompting eyes from all ...

Here’s how ‘shared decision making’ for childhood vaccines could limit access

January 25, 2026

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s new approach to six shots that were formerly given routinely will introduce new hurdles for getting kids immunized. And it could have a chilling effect on doctors.

Phonak Audeo Infinio Ultra Sphere Review: Premium Hearing Aids

January 25, 2026

Christopher Null

This new prescription hearing aid has a special chip designed to improve hearing in noisy conditions.

No One Is Quite Sure Why Ice Is Slippery

January 25, 2026

Paulina Rowińska

A thin, watery layer coating the surface of ice is what makes it slick. Despite a great deal of theorizing over the centuries, though, it isn't entirely clear why that layer forms.

Myanmar holds final stage of disputed election as rebels continue fighting

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Myanmar’s final stage of its disputed general election is under way despite the ongoing civil war.

Cosmetic doctor sorry for picking apart singer Troye Sivan’s looks on TikTok

January 25, 2026

The singer hit out at Dr Zayn Khalid Majeed - who says he will try to have a positive impact with his content.

How Long Should You Cold Plunge? We Asked Experts (2026)

January 25, 2026

You don't need to Ernest Shackleton yourself to reap the benefits of cold plunging. A calm, controlled ice bath is key.

Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg named Australian of the Year for 2026

January 25, 2026

Australian Associated Press

Bennell-Pegg tells ceremony in Canberra she hopes to use award to inspire young people to chase their dreamsCathy Freeman leads Australia Day 2026 honours listFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app o...

FEU shuts out Ateneo, closes in on UAAP Men’s Football twice-to-beat edge

January 25, 2026

Lorenzo del Carmen

Far Eastern University moved within striking distance of the coveted twice-to-beat advantage in the UAAP Season 88 Collegiate Men’s Football Tournament, shutting out Ateneo de Manila University 2–0 on Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Stadium. Now with 23 points, FEU has solidified its hold on second place. The defending champion is well ahead of […]
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Advantage China: Trump’s tantrums push US allies closer to Beijing

January 25, 2026

Amy Hawkins Senior China correspondent

In the search for stability, some western nations are turning to a country that many in Washington see as an existential threatIf geopolitics relies at least in part on bonhomie between global leaders, China made an unexpected play for Ireland’s good g...

M8 World Championship to be hosted by Türkiye as MLBB unveils roadmap

January 25, 2026

GMA News Online / Sports

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is strengthening its presence in Europe, with Türkiye set to host the M8 World Championship in January 2027.

5 things to know about the latest Minneapolis shooting

January 25, 2026

Chandelis Duster

Tensions are escalating in Minneapolis after Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a U.S. citizen, was killed during an encounter with immigration officials on Saturday morning. Here is what to know.

Cathy Freeman leads Australia Day honours alongside enforcer of world-first social media ban

January 25, 2026

High-profile Australians celebrated alongside more than 600 civilians who have changed lives and the countryAstronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg named Australian of the Year for 2026Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking new...

Thousands of new Americans opt for ‘ultimate act of inclusion’ despite obstacles

January 25, 2026

Three citizenship ceremonies NPR attended in the Washington, D.C. area in January were largely celebratory experiences, despite a year of hurdles and changes to the naturalization process.

Bambu P1S Combo Review: Clean, Fast, 3D Printing

January 25, 2026

This is the easiest to use 3D printer I've ever tried.

The Lego Pokémon Line Shows Toys Are Only for Rich Adults Now

January 25, 2026

Who cares about kids when adult collectors are willing to pay top dollar?

Myanmar military proxy expected to win landslide in widely denounced election

January 25, 2026

Voting ends in month-long poll derided internationally as sham designed to cement army’s grip on powerVoting in Myanmar has ended with the military-backed party expected to win a landslide victory after a month-long election that has been widely deride...

Babar returns as Pakistan name T20 World Cup squad despite tournament doubt

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Uncertainty shrouds Pakistan's participation after ICC expels Bangladesh from the tournament.

The 10 Best Essential Oil Diffusers We’ve Tried in 2026 (and 2 to Avoid)

January 25, 2026

Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets. After researching and testing over a dozen devices, the Urpower Aroma is our favorite for most people.

Encountering ICE? Here’s what to know about your legal rights

January 25, 2026

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

Experts clarify ICE limits, detailing when agents can stop, detain or enter homes and what rights residents have.

Carlos Alcaraz’s quest for 1st Australian Open title stays on course

January 25, 2026

GMA News Online / Sports

Carlos Alcaraz has won six major titles and 24 ATP championships before his 23rd birthday, which occurs in May. He has won on every surface, but the Australian Open has eluded him.