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Switch 2 dominates Japan console sales as Spain mourns deadly train crash; Trump dangles 200% wine tariff, Iran crackdown deaths surge, UK weighs new China embassy, and football spats/Jan. 20 milestones roll on
Nintendo Switch 2 sells 3.78 million units in Japan in 2025, making up over half of home console sales
Nintendo Switch 2 remained Japan’s fastest-selling console, reaching 3.78 million units sold in 2025 and accounting for more than half of all home console sales in the country.
Spain Begins Three Days of National Mourning After Train Crash; Death Toll Reaches 40
Spain begins three days of national mourning after a train crash that has killed 40 people. Officials are investigating the cause, with Transport Minister Óscar Puente calling the incident unusual because it happened on a straight section of track and neither train was speeding.
Trump threatens 200% tariff on French wine to pressure France to join proposed “Board of Peace”
President Donald Trump said he may impose a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne, describing the move as leverage to push France to participate in his proposed intergovernmental “Board of Peace” organization.
Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes respond to Lisandro Martinez after Manchester United’s win over Manchester City
Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes criticised Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez after he pushed back at their pre-match comments following United’s 2-0 win over Manchester City. Butt told Martinez to “grow up,” arguing players at elite clubs must handle media scrutiny, and said his Haaland remarks were meant jokingly rather than as serious analysis. Martinez said critics rarely speak face to face and insisted he focuses on his performances, while Scholes added he remains unsure United can win the league with Martinez.
Activists report Iranian protest crackdown death toll exceeds 4,000
Activists say more than 4,000 people have been killed in Iran amid a security crackdown on protesters. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency warns the toll may rise as more information emerges from a country where the government has shut down the internet.
Famous birthdays for Jan. 20 include Rainn Wilson and Ian Hill
Famous birthdays for Jan. 20 include actor Rainn Wilson turning 60 and musician Ian Hill turning 75.
On January 20, 2001, George W. Bush was sworn in as U.S. president
On January 20, 2001, George W. Bush took the oath of office and became the 43rd president of the United States.
Jack Grealish in planning dispute with council over changes to £5.6m mansion grounds
Everton midfielder Jack Grealish is in a planning row with local authorities over his £5.6 million Cheshire estate near Knutsford after applying to have part of its woodland reclassified as garden land. He is seeking a Certificate of Lawful Existing Use or Development, saying the grounds are used for family recreation and growing vegetables, backed by the previous owner and a former head gardener. The parish council has objected, arguing the land does not meet the definition of a garden and warning the change could weaken Green Belt protections and make future development easier, noting a similar bid was rejected in 2020.
Ministers to decide today on proposed new Chinese embassy in London after Labour says security is a priority
Ministers are expected to decide on Tuesday whether to approve China’s proposed large new embassy at the Royal Mint Court site in London, amid warnings it could be used for intelligence-gathering and intimidation of dissidents. Campaigners and local residents say they will pursue legal action if it is approved, while critics cite reported plans for numerous secure rooms and the site’s proximity to major data cables. The Government says national security has been central to the process, with input from security agencies and measures in place to mitigate risks, as opposition figures accuse ministers of being too accommodating to Beijing.
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