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India's IT Ministry has warned X (formerly Twitter) over its failure to moderate AI-generated content, specifically citing the misuse of Grok for creating obscene images of women. The government demands an immediate report on actions taken and removal of illegal material within 72 hours, or X risks losing legal immunity and facing strict consequences.

England captain Ben Stokes has backed head coach Brendon McCullum despite losing the Ashes 2025–26. Stokes said he fully trusts their partnership but admitted both must address team flaws. Under their leadership, England enjoyed early success but have since struggled for consistency. Trailing Australia 3-1, England will look to end the series on a positive note in the final Test at Sydney.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah defended Rahul Gandhi, accusing media and BJP of misrepresenting an administrative survey to discredit voter list manipulation allegations. He stated the survey, conducted before Gandhi's claims, assessed voter awareness, not electoral integrity, and its small sample size makes its findings statistically indefensible.

Jacob Fowler and Jakub Dobes are emerging as key pieces of the Montreal Canadiens’ long-term future in goal. Both have impressive winning resumes from college hockey to Laval and now the NHL, bringing stability, confidence, and genuine optimism to the franchise. If they continue developing at this pace, Montreal may have its next great goaltending era already in place.

The speech was light on implementation detail, but heavy on direction. Read closely, it sets out a governing philosophy built around direct cost relief, public provision, and an openly confrontational posture towards institutions that block change.

China has begun taxing condoms and contraceptives at a 13% VAT rate, ending a long-standing exemption. This move signals a significant policy shift as the government intensifies efforts to combat a deepening demographic decline and boost birth rates. The population has fallen for three consecutive years, with experts warning of continued decline.

China's leader Xi Jinping declared significant AI and chipmaking advancements, framing US restrictions as catalysts for tech independence. Despite American embargoes, Chinese startups like DeepSeek AI are challenging global leaders, and domestic chipmakers are flourishing. Global investors are increasingly favoring Chinese tech, seeing strong policy support and rapid AI monetization as key drivers for future growth.

Alix Earle told followers she was “foreseeing good vibes” on New Year’s Eve in St. Barts. Hours later, viral videos showed her spending time with Tom Brady at the same celebration. Here’s what Earle actually said before midnight, what footage later showed, and how the timing connects to her recent Braxton Berrios split.

India has begun seeking weekly data from refiners on Russian and US crude imports as it works toward a trade agreement with Washington, with Russian purchases expected to fall below one million barrels a day, according to a Reuters report.

Photos have emerged showing lit sparklers attached to bottles inside a packed nightclub in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana at the moment a deadly fire broke out during New Year’s Eve celebrations. The blaze at Le Constellation killed at least 40 people and injured more than 100, with videos showing panic as exits were blocked by the spreading fire.

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan won Delhi HC protection for his personality rights against Flipkart, Amazon, Meesho, Google, Meta, and others misusing his image, voice for sales and AI. Court bans unauthorized use; next hearings Feb 9 & May 12, 2026. Affected parties can seek relief.

South Africa named their T20 World Cup squad with new faces Kwena Maphaka and Jason Smith, while dropping Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs. Smith earned selection due to strong recent form. Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje return to the side. Placed in Group D, South Africa begin their campaign against Canada on February 9 in Ahmedabad.

The symptoms become severe enough to cause serious breathing problems, which indicate that the lungs have become affected during days 3-5. The patient experiences breathing difficulties which occur during rest periods, and the chest area experiences severe pain when the person attempts to cough, or take deep breaths while his sputum production becomes both thick and bloody

Carlos Mendoza, a Venezuelan baseball star, rose from the minor leagues to manage the New York Mets. His wife, Francis Mendoza, a former dentist, sacrificed her career to support his journey. The couple, blessed with two sons, values family and companionship. Mendoza's earnings stem solely from his baseball career, making him a notable Venezuelan figure in Major League Baseball management.

Saudi-led coalition airstrikes hit camps of UAE-backed southern separatists in eastern Yemen. At least seven people died and over 20 were injured. This escalation follows rising tensions between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Saudi Arabia claims the separatists received weapons from the UAE. The situation remains tense as separatists refuse to withdraw from their positions.

WNBA stars Sophie Cunningham and Napheesa Collier have a long-standing friendly rivalry dating back to high school. They have both achieved significant success in their professional careers. While Cunningham boasts a net worth of $2 million, Collier's is estimated at $1.5 million, with both athletes leveraging endorsements and off-court ventures to boost their earnings.

Former England spinner Monty Panesar has criticised the BCCI for failing to organise farewell Test matches for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ravichandran Ashwin. He said the trio deserved greater respect for their contributions and compared India’s approach with England, where legends like Stuart Broad and James Anderson received memorable farewells.