International

January 31, 2026 10:48 AM

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Canadian‑American actor Catherine O’Hara passes away

Catherine O’Hara, the Emmy‑winning Canadian‑American actor, popular for her comic roles, passed away at her home in Los Angeles following a brief illness. She was 71 year old. O’Hara was best known for her starring roles in the Home Alone and Beetlejuice films. In a career spanning more than five de...

January 31, 2026 10:45 AM

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US witnesses widespread protests & strike call against immigration crackdown

In the US, protesters across the country are calling for 'no work, no school, no shopping' as part of a nationwide strike, to oppose the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The demonstrations are taking place amid widespread outrage over the killing of Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse ...

January 30, 2026 10:35 PM

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Sri Lanka announces landmark wage increase for plantation workers

Sri Lanka has announced a landmark wage increase for plantation workers, marking a significant salary hike for the community. An agreement signed today at the Ministry of Plantations and Community Infrastructure raises the basic daily wage from 1,350 to 1,550 rupees, with an additional 200 rupees as...

January 30, 2026 6:00 PM

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US President Trump signs executive order imposing tariff on oil-related goods

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that would impose a tariff on any goods from countries that sell or provide oil to Cuba. According to the order issued yesterday by the White House, an additional estimated value duty may be imposed on imports of goods that are products of a foreig...

January 30, 2026 5:13 PM

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Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Force announces new agreement with government

The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Force today announced a new agreement with the government. The agreement aims to unify the Syrian territories and achieve the full integration process in the region by enhancing cooperation between the concerned parties and unifying efforts to rebuild the country. T...