UK INFLATION FALLLS TO 3%

UK inflation has fallen to 3% in the year to January - down from 3.4%.

It's partly a result of lower prices for petrol, airfares and some food products.

But inflation remains above the Bank of England's target of 2%.

Editor of City AM Christian May says the government is welcoming the data.

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India warns tech giants to follow the country's constitution

A week after India tightened its content takedown rules, the country's information minister says big tech platforms like YouTube, Netflix, and X must respect the country's constitutional framework.

His comments came on the sidelines of the global AI Impact Summit in Delhi, which is bringing together leaders from the sector.

Rebecca Bundhun has more from Mumbai.

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"Tense" first day of Ukraine Russia peace talks

The first day of trilateral peace talks between Russia, the United
States and Ukraine has wrapped up in the Swiss city of Geneva.

According to reports from the Russian delegations, the negotiations
were tense as the sides seek to find solutions to issues including
territorial concessions and security guarantees.

William Denselow reports from Kharkiv, Ukraine.

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US and Iran make “good progress” at Geneva talks

The US and Iran have made "good progress" on striking a deal according
to the Iranian foreign minister.

It comes as the Trump administration pressures Tehran to rein in its
nuclear ambitions or face military consequences.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Jesse Jackson dies aged 84

US civil rights icon the Reverend Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84.

He was one of America's most influential Black figures and twice ran
for President.

His family said he "died peacefully".

Toni Waterman reports from Washington.

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Chinese e-commerce giant Shein to be investigated by EU

The European Union will investigate the Chinese e-commerce giant Shein for its addictive design and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material.

It comes after childlike sex dolls were found to be sold on the platform in France last year.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan’s party alleges he is being denied access to basic medical care

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Opposition parties in Islamabad are staging a demonstration at the Parliament, demanding proper medical treatment for jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

His party says Khan has lost 85 percent of vision in his right eye and is being denied basic medical care, calling for authorities to allow his personal doctor to examine him.

The government rejects the claims, calling them propaganda aimed at stirring political unrest.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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Netanyahu adviser threatens return to war if Hamas does not disarm

A senior adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that Israel will "complete the mission" in Gaza if Hamas does not disarm within a specified window  

 

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

 

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UK UNEMPLOY,MENT HITS FIVE YEAR HIGH

UK unemployment has unexpectedly risen to its highest level for five years, at 5.2%.

Hiring activity was weak and wage growth also slowed in the final quarter of 2025.

The government says it's taking measures to get people into jobs, such as investing in apprenticeships.

Editor in Chief at City AM Christian May says the figures don't look good.

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Macron - Modi to meet on Tuesday with defense, AI and critical mineral cooperation on agenda

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French President Emmanuel Macron will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday with agreements on critical minerals, defence, and technology reportedly on the cards.

The two sides say they're expecting to broaden their cooperation as part of their Horizon 2047 agenda, which seeks to deepen ties across the board.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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China hopes for a bumper lunar new year

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Increasing domestic spending has been identified as a key priority for the year ahead, as Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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Obama clarifies comment that aliens ‘are real’

Barack Obama is walking back comments he made over the weekend, when he said aliens are real. The former president made the comments on a podcast - sparking an internet frenzy among people who believe extraterrestrial life exists, but that the government is covering it up. Toni Waterman has more.

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Ukraine firm ahead of peace talks

Ukraine's president has warned citizens to brace for another major
wave of Russian airstrikes ahead of Tuesday's trilateral meetings in
Geneva.

Representatives from Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. are set to hold a
third round of two day talks as efforts continue to try and bring the
war to an end.

President Volodymyr says he hopes for serious and substantive
discussions but has questioned Moscow's desire to end the fighting.

William Denselow reports from Kyiv.

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EU says will only send observer to President Trump's Board of Peace meeting

The European Union says it will send an observer to President Trump's Board of Peace meeting in Washington on Thursday.

The bloc was invited to be a full member of the initiative but declined to join.

Ross Cullen reports.

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OVER 60 CHILDREN HAVE CONTRACTED MEASLES DURING LONDON OUTBREAK

North London is going through a significant measles outbreak, the UK Health Security Agency has confirmed.

It's mostly passing between primary and nursery school children under 10-years-old, and has led to hospitalisations amongst unvaccinated children.

Stuart Smith reports.

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Rubio Says Iran’s Clerical Rule Complicates Talks, but Deal Still Possible

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has outlined the difficulties in negotiating with Iran, but says he is hopeful the two nations can reach an agreement in the coming days.

Officials are due to meet next in Geneva, as the US demands Iran wind down any nuclear ambitions, threatening military action if it does not.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Moscow sends extended delegation to trilateral talks on Ukraine with Washington and Kiev

The scope of issues to be discussed at the next round of trilateral talks on Ukraine settlement in Geneva, Switzerland will be broader than those addressed earlier in Abu Dhabi and will include 'territorial matters', the Kremlin said. Russian President Putin gave 'detailed instructions' to the expanded delegation of Russian officials heading to the negotiations scheduled for February 17 and 18. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Netanyahu doubts deal can be reached ahead of second round of US- Iran talks

Prime Minister Netanyahu has again expressed doubt that a deal can be reached between the US and Iran ahead of the resumption of indirect talks in Geneva on Tuesday

 

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

 

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UK POLICE URGED TO LAUNCH CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION INTO ANDREW

UK police are facing growing pressure to open a full criminal investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's time as U.K. trade envoy.

It comes after released documents appear to show him sharing sensitive information with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Thames Valley Police confirmed last week it's assessing claims following the latest release of Epstein files.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has previously denied any wrongdoing over his links to Epstein.

Legal commentator Joshua Rozenberg says police are currently deciding whether to open a full investigation.

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UK Government Promises Social Media Crackdown

The UK government has promised to move more quickly to close loopholes in laws designed to protect children online.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says no platform will get a "free pass" on children's safety and has vowed to crack down on the addictive elements of social media.

The UK's Online Safety Act was drafted before the emergence of AI chatbots, which have been criticised for giving children misleading information or even harmful suggestions on everything from mental health advice to eating habits.

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