Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp to trial premium subscriptions
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- January 29, 2026
Under the plan, access to the Meta platforms’ core services would remain free.
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U.S.-India trade deal at ‘very advanced stage,’ Indian petroleum minister tells CNBC
- January 29, 2026
A much-anticipated trade deal between India and the U.
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How Bad Are A.I. Delusions? We Asked People Treating Them.
- January 29, 2026
Dozens of doctors and therapists said chatbots had led their patients to psychosis, isolation and unhealthy habits.
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This NASA astronaut voted from space
- January 29, 2026
From infinity and beyond, he found a way to vote.
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Government rolls back nature protections to boost housing
- January 29, 2026
Critics say government changes to a flagship biodiversity policy could stall nature recovery.
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BJP Central team begins preparatory work for Telangana municipal polls
- January 29, 2026
In preparation for upcoming municipal elections in Telangana, India, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) central team has commenced groundwork to strengthen its presence in local governance. The team’s visit marks a significant step forward for the party as it aims to expand its footprint beyond state politics and make an impact at the grassroots level. The BJP, which currently holds power in several Indian states including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka, has been focusing on sports development as a key area of growth. In Telangana, the party intends to leverage this initiative to engage with local communities and build support for its candidates ahead of the municipal polls. The central team’s visit comes at an opportune time, following recent allegations of mismanagement and corruption in various municipal corporations across the state. Public outrage over these issues has created a vacuum that political parties are eager to fill. The BJP sees this as an opportunity to present itself as a credible alternative to the ruling Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) party, which has been marred by controversy in recent months. During their visit, the central team held meetings with local leaders and discussed strategies for…
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Teen girls prepare for space launch
- January 28, 2026
Teenage girls have designed Africa’s first private satellite due to launch into space in 2017. It’s hoped it can monitor and find answers to South Africa’s drought crisis.
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Still haven’t filed your taxes? Here’s what you need to know
- January 28, 2026
So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022.
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Australian Open draw: Rafael Nadal begins title defense with tough test in opening round
- January 28, 2026
Defending champion Rafael Nadal will face English youngster Jack Draper in the opening round of the Australian Open in a bid to retain his 2022 crown and extend his grand slam tally.
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Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color
- January 28, 2026
When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds.
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