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Trump doubles down on Greenland but 'won't use force'

Trump doubles down on Greenland but 'won't use force'

US President Donald Trump told the World Economic Forum in Davos he is seeking "immediate negotiations" to acquire Greenland, but said he would not "use force".

Spanish train drivers call for strike after derailments

Spanish train drivers call for strike after derailments

Spanish train drivers call for strike after derailments

Spanish train drivers call for strike after derailments

A train drivers' union is calling for a nationwide strike in Spain after a series of accidents, including a high-speed collision that left 42 people dead.

'No going back' on Greenland, Trump vows

'No going back' on Greenland, Trump vows

'No going back' on Greenland, Trump vows

'No going back' on Greenland, Trump vows

Donald Trump has doubled down on his pledge to seize control of Greenland, refusing to rule out taking it by force and threatening to upend historic alliances.

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Spain begins three days of mourning after train crash

Spain begins three days of mourning after train crash

Emergency workers are still looking for bodies among the wreckage of two high-speed trains that collided in southern Spain, leaving at least 40 people dead.

Trump ties Greenland to not getting Nobel Peace Prize

Trump ties Greenland to not getting Nobel Peace Prize

Donald Trump has linked his bid to take control of Greenland to his failure to win a Nobel Prize, as a row over the island threatens to reignite a trade war.

'True maestro': tributes flow for fashionisto Valentino

'True maestro': tributes flow for fashionisto Valentino

Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has died after a decades-long illustrious career dressing Hollywood stars and high society in his haute couture.

Death toll soars after high-speed train crash in Spain

Death toll soars after high-speed train crash in Spain

A high-speed train has derailed and smashed into another oncoming train in southern Spain in a collision that killed at least 39 people.

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Scotty soars to win on big day for Aussie Olympic hopes

Scotty soars to win on big day for Aussie Olympic hopes

Scotty soars to win on big day for Aussie Olympic hopes

Scotty soars to win on big day for Aussie Olympic hopes

Scotty James has sent a clear message to his Olympic snowboard rivals as fellow Australian Winter Games hopes also prospered.

Trump vows tariffs on European nations over Greenland

Trump vows tariffs on European nations over Greenland

Trump vows tariffs on European nations over Greenland

Trump vows tariffs on European nations over Greenland

Donald Trump says he will charge extra import taxes on goods from eight European nations because of their opposition to American control of Greenland.

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias denies abuse accusations

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias denies abuse accusations

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias denies abuse accusations

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias denies abuse accusations

Spanish prosecutors are investigating allegations that Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees, claims the singer calls "completely false".

Aussie great makes statement at halfpipe World Cup

Aussie great makes statement at halfpipe World Cup

Aussie great makes statement at halfpipe World Cup

Aussie great makes statement at halfpipe World Cup

Scotty James has topped qualifying at the last World Cup before the Winter Olympics where the Australian snowboard star will try to complete his medal haul.

Europeans prepare military exercises in Greenland

Europeans prepare military exercises in Greenland

Europeans prepare military exercises in Greenland

Europeans prepare military exercises in Greenland

Military personnel from several European countries are heading to Greenland in what they say is a bid to boost the territory's security.

Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks

Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks

Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks

Trump repeats desire for Greenland after crunch talks

A high-stakes meeting on Greenland has ended with US President Donald Trump insisting he wants the island and Denmark and Greenland saying that's unacceptable.

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Aussie skier claims Para breakthrough in downhill

Australian para skier Josh Hanlon has claimed a podium finish in the sitting downhill at the Para World Cup as he vies for his second Paralympic appearance.

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Ukraine declares energy emergency after Russian attacks

Repairs to thousands of apartment blocks in Kyiv after the latest Russian salvo have been compounded by frigid weather, with temperatures dipping close to -20C.

Fresh Socceroos worry as Irvine sidelined indefinitely

Socceroos midfielder Jackson Irvine is facing an extended stint on the sidelines heading into this year's World Cup.

Aussie teen makes stunning head-start on debut for Roma

Rising Australian soccer star Antonio Arena has had an immediate impact in Europe, scoring within minutes of making his debut for Italian Serie A side Roma.

Singer Julio Iglesias probed over alleged sex assaults

Two women say they suffered sexual assault and workplace harassment while working ‌for singer Julio Iglesias.

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Greenland PM picks Denmark over US ahead of Vance meet

US President Donald Trump has recently stepped up rhetoric about taking control of Greenland, but the autonomous territory says it "stands united" with Denmark.

Axed Aussie F1 driver quits team to seek opportunities

Australian Jack Doohan who was dropped by Alpine early in the 2025 grand prix season, has quit the Formula 1 team to "pursue other opportunities".

Hundreds killed in Iran protests, UN rights office says

The UN puts the number of Iranian protesters killed by security forces in the hundreds, as its rights chief says "horrific violence" in Iran cannot continue.

Russian strikes on Ukraine knock out heat and power

At least four people are dead after a massive Russian drone and missile attack targeting Ukraine's energy grid in the middle of a freezing winter.

Greenland says it should be defended by NATO alliance

The government of Greenland says it wants the NATO military alliance to play a stronger role in its defence.

Swiss court keeps bar owner in custody over deadly fire

A court in Switzerland has ordered ⁠the co-owner of a bar that caught fire on ‍New Year's Day, killing 40 people, remain in custody.

Sweden PM 'highly critical' of US rhetoric on Greenland

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson says the United States "should thank Denmark" rather than engage in rhetoric about Greenland.

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