January 8, 2026

US Airstrikes Hit Lakurawa Group in Northwest Nigeria, Impact Unclear

The US struck the Lakurawa Islamist group in northwest Nigeria, claiming success. Details remain vague, with uncertain fighter casualties and questions over the target choice.

January 8, 2026

Venezuela Opens Oil Market to US as Trump Gains Control Over Supplies

Venezuela's interim president backs oil trade with US despite past conflicts. Trump administration seizes tankers and plans to sell all Venezuelan crude globally. US VP JD Vance warns oil sales must serve American interests. Trump hits back with new deals and insists Venezuela buys only US products.

January 8, 2026

US ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Woman in Minneapolis; City Officials Reject Self-Defense Claim

A US immigration agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis. Local leaders rejected federal claims of self-defense. Protests erupted near the scene, amid nationwide ICE crackdown.

January 8, 2026

Bollywood’s '120 Bahadur' showcases heroic Rezang La battle from 1962 India-China war

Bollywood film '120 Bahadur' tells the story of Indian soldiers' brave fight at Rezang La pass during the 1962 India-China war. Though it failed at the box office, it honors Major Shaitan Singh and his men’s courage in freezing Ladakh heights.

January 8, 2026

Google's Willow Quantum Chip Breaks Records, Sparks Global Race for Quantum Dominance

Google's Willow quantum computer solved in minutes a problem that would take classical supercomputers 10 septillion years. This breakthrough powers hopes for new medicines, clean energy, and climate solutions. The US, China, and UK compete fiercely to lead the quantum future.