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Deadly Spain train crash; Karachi plaza fire leaves 11–14 dead with ~60 missing; Kent water disruption; Davos protests and Springsteen slam Trump as he threatens EU tariffs over Greenland; Tory drama around Badenoch; North Korea-linked phishing; Jan. 19 birthdays and history

Two high-speed trains collide and derail in southern Spain, killing at least 21

Two high-speed trains collided and derailed on Sunday evening in southern Spain, killing at least 21 people and injuring dozens more, according to officials.

Reports: Large fire at Karachi shopping plaza kills 14; dozens still missing

Pakistani officials said at least 14 people died after a major fire broke out at a shopping plaza in Karachi over the weekend. Reports indicate dozens of people remain missing as search efforts continue.

Kent water supply problems continue as burst pipe and power cut disrupt service

Kent’s ongoing water supply problems continued after a burst water pipe and a power cut were blamed for new disruptions. Around 4,500 properties were affected, including areas in Maidstone and Bidborough near Tunbridge Wells.

Karachi shopping plaza fire death toll rises to 11 as search continues for about 60 missing

The death toll from a fire at a shopping plaza in Karachi has risen to 11, while authorities continue searching for around 60 people reported missing. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said late Sunday that families reported the missing, prompting an ongoing search operation.

Hundreds Protest in Davos Against Trump and the World Economic Forum

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Davos to protest the World Economic Forum and the planned appearance of US President Donald Trump, while also criticizing Swiss authorities over their handling of the event.

Bruce Springsteen criticizes Donald Trump and ICE during Minneapolis show

Bruce Springsteen denounced ICE and the Trump administration in remarks during a Minneapolis performance, and dedicated a song to Renee Good, an American citizen who was fatally shot by an ICE agent earlier this month.

Oscar Reddrop calls Kemi Badenoch Britain’s “fastest-improving politician” amid warnings for Conservatives

GB News commentator Oscar Reddrop praised Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch as Britain’s “fastest-improving politician” but warned she faces tough times ahead, as another high-profile Tory defection to Reform UK adds pressure with the May elections approaching.

EU Considers Response as Trump Threatens Tariffs on Denmark and Other European Countries Over Greenland

The “Greenland spat” is intensifying after Donald Trump threatened additional tariffs on eight European countries, including Denmark, prompting the EU to weigh possible retaliatory steps. The dispute is straining EU–US relations and could also undermine NATO cohesion, widening the fallout beyond trade.

Notable birthdays on Jan. 19 include Dolly Parton and Tippi Hedren

Notable birthdays for Jan. 19 include musician and actor Dolly Parton turning 80 and actor Tippi Hedren turning 96, along with other well-known figures celebrating the day.

On This Day, Jan. 19: Georgia Votes to Leave the Union

On Jan. 19, 1861, Georgia voted to secede from the United States and joined the Confederate States of America.

Kemi Badenoch warned of a difficult period after Andrew Rosindell defects to Reform UK

Kemi Badenoch has been warned that the Conservatives could face “tough times” after MP Andrew Rosindell resigned from the party to join Reform UK, the second high-profile defection in a week after Robert Jenrick. Commentator Oscar Reddrop said the key question is whether the moves open the floodgates for further departures ahead of the May elections, arguing that if defections continue it could seriously weaken the Conservatives, though he also urged Tory MPs to stay loyal and claimed Badenoch is improving politically.

Report: North Korea-linked hackers impersonate human rights activists in phishing campaigns

North Korea-linked hackers are conducting phishing attacks using emails that impersonate human rights organizations and financial institutions, according to a report released Monday.

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