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A fuel oil spill from Russian tankers in the Kerch Strait killed about 50,000 birds and more than 100 dolphins. Experts estimate that the actual number of dolphins killed may reach several thousand.

Banks plan to sell most of the debt assets of X (formerly Twitter) at 90-95 cents per dollar. The sale of $3 billion of debt is an attempt to minimize losses from the $44 billion deal with Musk.

The U. S. Department of Homeland Security has issued an order to suspend temporary immigrant entry programs. The decision will affect Ukrainians, Cubans, Venezuelans and others who had the opportunity to enter with sponsorship.

US military assistance to Ukraine continues under previously approved packages, despite the suspension of foreign aid for 90 days. This was announced by the head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation.

Donald Trump announced the need for the Fed to immediately cut interest rates due to falling oil prices. The US president claims to understand monetary policy better than the Fed's leadership.

ISW: Putin used the interview on state TV to show his disinterest in peace talks without meeting his demands.

The Trump administration fired inspectors general at 17 US federal agencies without warning. The dismissals took place via email and without the required 30-day notice to Congress.

Mexico refused to allow the US to land a military plane with deported migrants. Previously, similar flights had been successfully carried out to Guatemala, delivering about 80 migrants on board.

The US Senate has confirmed Pete Hegseth as the new Secretary of Defense, despite serious doubts about his qualifications. The former Fox News anchor and Army veteran will now oversee a defense budget of more than a trillion dollars.

On January 25, the world celebrates the Day of Controversial Clothing, the Day of the Contrary, and the Day of St. Gregory the Theologian. Each holiday has its own special traditions and rules of celebration.

The Danish Foreign Minister and the US Secretary of State held a 20-minute phone conversation. The two discussed Ukraine, European security, and the Middle East, agreeing on upcoming talks on the Arctic involving Greenland.

The US State Department has issued an order to temporarily suspend funding for foreign assistance programs for 90 days. The suspension applies to both new funds and existing agreements, with the exception of military assistance to Israel and Egypt.

The EU will not include a ban on Russian LNG imports in the new sanctions package. Instead, it will present a roadmap for a gradual phase-out of Russian energy by 2027.

The meeting discussed Putin's attempts to manipulate world leaders, in particular the US president's desire to achieve peace. They also addressed the issue of supplying units on the front line.

The foreign ministers of Denmark and the United States held 20-minute talks on security issues. The two sides agreed to discuss Greenland separately, with representatives from the island.

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87 US non-governmental organizations have signed a joint letter opposing the nomination of Robert Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health. A hearing on his nomination will be held in the Senate on January 29.

The Russian Foreign Ministry is ready to restore relations with Georgia, but only if Tbilisi is ready. Moscow accuses the US and EU of interfering in Georgia's internal affairs and putting pressure on the country.

The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, commented on Putin's statements about negotiations with the United States on the fate of Ukraine without its participation. Yermak emphasized that such a format of negotiations is impossible in the modern world.

Elon Musk has publicly criticized Trump's massive $500 billion artificial intelligence initiative. The president's headquarters is outraged by Musk's actions, who uses his influence to criticize the Stargate project.

At the Davos forum, Christine Lagarde declared Europe's readiness to accept American specialists. The ECB is seeking to attract talent and investment from the US, despite the region's slower economic growth.

Israel said it would leave troops in southern Lebanon after Sunday's deadline due to the failure to fulfill the terms of the agreement. The agreement provided for the withdrawal of Hezbollah beyond the Litani River and the deployment of the Lebanese army in the region.

The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates to 0. 5%, the highest level since 2008, amid rising wages. The central bank is ready to raise rates further to achieve its 2% inflation target.

Tesla has announced the start of deliveries of the updated Model Y Juniper in the US, Canada, and Europe starting in March. The car has a new design, an 8-inch screen for rear passengers and an improved autopilot system.

Liam Mooney designed hats with the inscription “Canada is not for sale” in response to Trump's threats of tariffs. The hat went viral after the Ontario premier wore it at a meeting with Trudeau.

Brent and WTI crude oil show a weekly drop of 3-4% after Trump's statements about increasing US production. The President demands that OPEC and Saudi Arabia reduce prices and increase investment in the US.

Elon Musk announced the start of beta testing of Starlink's direct connection to smartphones on January 27, 2025. The new technology will allow receiving satellite internet directly to mobile phones.

The British government has signed an 8-year contract with Rolls-Royce for the production and maintenance of nuclear reactors for submarines.

The White House announced the detention of 538 illegal immigrants, including a terrorist suspect. Among the detainees are members of the Tren de Aragua gang and people convicted of crimes against minors.

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Group is planning to set up a 3 gigabyte data center in Jamnagar. The project worth up to $30 billion could become the world's largest data center for AI.