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The United States and Iran exchanged strikes, with the U.S. targeting Iranian missile and drone sites and Iran retaliating against U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Iran reported 14 deaths and 78 injuries from U.S. strikes, while U.S. and regional forces shot down missiles and drones. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were attacked by hard-line supporters during a funeral procession. President Trump indicated potential de-escalation after Iran reportedly sought a deal.

Sam Kerr, an Australian striker, has signed with Gotham FC in the National Women’s Soccer League through 2030. She previously played for Sky Blue (now Gotham) from 2015-17 and Chelsea since 2019. Kerr is the NWSL’s top regular-season scorer with 77 career goals and the all-time leading scorer for Australia with 75 international goals.

Venezuela experienced powerful twin earthquakes causing damage and injuries. Colombia's next president, Abelardo de la Espriella, was declared the winner of the presidential runoff. Bolivia's Andean New Year celebration marked a return to normality after road blockades.

Two earthquakes struck Venezuela within a minute of each other, killing at least 188 people and injuring over 1,500. Local families in the Capital Region are anxiously awaiting news about missing relatives in Venezuela.

Bangladesh secured its first one-day international series win over Australia with a 2-0 lead in a three-match series. A rain delay led to a revised DLS target of 192 in 41 overs, which Bangladesh achieved with six overs to spare, clinching the historic victory.

Israel struck a Hezbollah command center in Beirut's southern suburbs, killing at least two people, while Iran launched missile attacks on Israel. President Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate, citing ongoing negotiations for a deal. The Israeli military also targeted a petrochemical complex in Iran, and Lebanon reported three soldiers killed in an Israeli strike.

Christian Eriksen collapsed during a Denmark national team match against Ukraine but regained consciousness and was hospitalized for further tests. The 2021 incident involved a cardiac arrest, and Eriksen has since resumed playing with a pacemaker. The match was abandoned after the collapse, with players and fans showing support.

The San Francisco immigration court has shut down following the dismissal of several judges, disrupting asylum proceedings. The closure highlights concerns about the impact of administrative purges on immigration legal processes. The court handles cases critical to asylum seekers and immigrants awaiting decisions.

Google reported that criminal hackers utilized AI to discover a significant software flaw. The incident highlights the growing concern of AI-powered cyberattacks. Google successfully thwarted the hacking effort.

A judge ruled that the DOGE cancellation of humanities grants was unconstitutional. The decision affects funding cuts made by the organization. The ruling has sparked comments and discussion online.

Europe may have only six weeks of jet fuel remaining, leading to flight cancellations and supply chain disruptions. The crisis is linked to the Ukraine war and sanctions against Iran, according to expert Fatih Birol.

Cruise companies are avoiding Tracy Arm in Alaska after a massive landslide in 2025 caused a tsunami and raised safety concerns. They are redirecting passengers to alternative destinations like Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier, which are described as less iconic but still scenic.