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Allied boots on the ground Small contingents of European troops — including teams from France and Germany, with contributions from Norway, Sweden and others — have begun arriving in Nuuk for a short reconnaissance and training mission aimed at bolstering security in Greenland. France sent a group of mountain infantry specialists and Germany deployed a 13-member reconnaissance team, joining Danish forces in what officials describe as exercises to sharpen Arctic readiness. Diplomacy at a dead end High-level talks in Washington between US, Danish and Greenlandic officials failed to resolve a sharp disagreement over the island’s future. After the meetings, Danish…

West Ham United are willing to sell Lucas Paquetá this month only if the move includes a loan back for the rest of the season, a condition Flamengo are reluctant to accept. Flamengo have had a €35m bid rejected and may increase their offer, but believe they can wait until summer to buy him more cheaply. Paquetá wants to return to Brazil after a difficult spell in England following spot-fixing allegations that cost him a move to Manchester City, despite being cleared last year. West Ham, struggling near the relegation zone, fear losing him now could worsen their fight for…

2026 begins amid political chaosThe year 2026 opened with sharp political shocks. President Donald Trump threatened strong action against Iran. The warning came after US forces captured Venezuela’s leader. His administration launched a criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve chair. Officials also targeted key profits of banks and major investors. These moves fueled uncertainty across global markets. Stocks hold steady despite turmoilMany expected a sharp drop in equities. That collapse never occurred. Traders largely ignored the political chaos. US stock indexes reached record highs early in the week. Prices later slipped only slightly. Equity markets showed surprising resilience amid rising…

Nvidia’s stock remains strong as investors respond to the company’s growing role in artificial intelligence and advanced computing. Despite recent market fluctuations, optimism about Nvidia’s future continues to drive interest in the stock. The tech giant has announced several high-profile AI partnerships, including collaborations with biotech firms and hardware companies. These initiatives are seen as key drivers of long-term growth, positioning Nvidia at the forefront of AI innovation. Analysts say Nvidia’s strong performance reflects confidence in its ability to deliver next-generation computing platforms. The company’s AI-powered solutions are increasingly used in research, healthcare, and enterprise applications, creating new revenue streams…

BP has warned it will write down up to $5bn on its green energy operations as it refocuses on oil and gas under new chair Albert Manifold. The impairment largely affects BP’s gas and low-carbon transition businesses, including cancelled hydrogen projects and efforts to sell a stake in its solar arm, Lightsource. BP said the writedown would not impact underlying profits when full-year results are published in February. The announcement comes amid weaker oil trading and falling crude prices, with Brent averaging $63.73 a barrel in the final quarter of last year. BP shares dipped following the update, while rival…

The US government has approved Nvidia’s sale of advanced artificial intelligence chips to China. The Department of Commerce announced the decision on Tuesday. Officials said they reviewed domestic supply levels before acting. The move loosens previous export restrictions on high-end technology. Washington had blocked the sales over national security concerns. Officials warned the chips could strengthen China’s technology sector and military. The new policy lifts some restrictions under strict conditions. Authorities described the change as careful and controlled. H200 chips cleared for export The approval covers Nvidia’s H200 processors. The chip ranks as the company’s second-most-advanced AI product. Regulators had…

Sanctions and Tariffs Take Centre Stage in Global Risk OutlookRising economic conflict between major world powers has been named the most serious threat to global stability in 2026, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest Global Risks Report. Released ahead of the WEF’s annual gathering in Davos, the report highlights “geoeconomic confrontation” — the growing use of sanctions, tariffs and trade restrictions — as the top global risk for the year. Drawing on insights from more than 1,300 experts across business, government, academia and civil society, the report places economic warfare above misinformation, social polarisation, extreme weather and armed conflict.…

Alphabet, Google’s parent company, has officially joined the world’s most valuable companies after its market value crossed $4 trillion. Only three other firms have reached this milestone before — Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple — placing Google at the heart of a historic surge driven largely by artificial intelligence excitement. Over the past year, investor enthusiasm for AI has pushed tech stocks to extraordinary heights. Money continues to flow into companies seen as leaders in digital innovation, even as some experts — including Google’s own CEO — warn that valuations may be running ahead of reality. Alphabet’s share price has climbed…

Diageo is reportedly considering the sale of its Chinese assets as part of a strategic review under its new chief executive, Dave Lewis. According to Bloomberg News, the owner of Guinness and Johnnie Walker is working with Goldman Sachs and UBS to assess its operations in China, where sales have declined sharply. Diageo’s Chinese holdings include a majority stake in Sichuan Swellfun, a Shanghai-listed producer and distributor of baijiu. Shares in Swellfun have fallen 14% over the past year, leaving the company valued at about 19.2bn yuan. The banks are said to be sounding out interest from Chinese strategic buyers…

Tensions escalate President Trump faces a critical decision on Iran. Ten days ago, he warned the United States would protect Iranian protesters if authorities used violence. He said American forces were locked, loaded, and ready to act. At that moment, the crackdown had not fully erupted. Now, reports reveal the brutal extent of repression. The world watches for Trump’s next move. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said only the president knows his plans. She added the world can keep guessing. Uncertainty now dominates Washington. Observers wonder how long patience can continue. Military options considered Senior officials will brief Trump…