Day: January 16, 2026
Saudi King Salman leaves hospital after medical tests
DUBAI – Saudi Arabia’s 90-year-old King Salman left hospital in Riyadh on Friday after undergoing medical tests, the state news agency said, adding that the results of the tests had been reassuring.
Iran protests abate after deadly crackdown, Trump says Tehran calls off mass hangings
DUBAI – Iran’s deadly crackdown appears to have broadly quelled protests for now, residents said on Friday, as state media reported more arrests in the shadow of repeated US threats to intervene if the killing continues.
South Korea’s ex-president Yoon given 5-year jail term in first ruling over martial law
SEOUL – A South Korean court on Friday sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison on charges that included obstructing attempts by authorities to arrest him following his failed bid to impose martial law in December 2024.
Exiled Iranian crown prince reveals 6-step plan to exert pressure on Tehran’s regime
Exiled Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi outlined his 6-step plan to exert international pressure on the regime, describing it as being “close to collapse”
IOC rejects requests to ban the US from Winter Olympics over Venezuela strike
The IOC ruled out a U.S. Winter Olympics ban despite military intervention in Venezuela, contrasting with Russia’s ongoing exclusion over Ukraine invasion.
Tom Brady says divorce from Gisele Bündchen made final NFL season challenging
NFL legend Tom Brady opened up about how his personal struggles and divorce from Gisele Bündchen significantly impacted his final season.
Dolphins’ Darren Waller says he was kicked out of exit meeting with coach Mike McDaniel before firing
Darren Waller said he was meeting with Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel just before team owner Stephen Ross entered and later fired the coach after a 7-10 finish.
Trump credits halted Iran executions for delaying military strikes
President Donald Trump is delaying military action in Iran after claiming execution cancellations amid ongoing protests that have reportedly killed over 2,000 people.
