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<p>US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 21) took a U-turn on his hardline push to acquire Greenland, dropping his 500 per cent tariff threat against those opposing him. Just hours after using the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos to hint at a softer approach on Greenland, the POTUS met with NATO chief Mark Rutte, and afterwards announced a Greenland framework deal. The deal, as per reports, carries a striking resemblance to the UK's Cyprus territory arrangement. Here's all you need to know about the two deals.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-drops-500-tariff-threat-unveils-greenland-framework-deal-with-nato-all-we-know-1769050593395"><strong>Trump drops 500% tariff threat, unveils Greenland ‘framework deal’ with NATO | Details inside</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump's framework deal for Greenland</strong></h2><p>After meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the US president said the two had drawn up what he called a "framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region".</p><p>He hailed the solution as a "great one for the United States of America, and all NATO Nations," if consummated. The POTUS also backed down from his tariff threats. ON Truth Social, he said, "Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st. Additional discussions are being held concerning The Golden Dome as it pertains to Greenland. Further information will be made available as discussions progress."</p><h2><strong>How is Trump's Greenland deal similar to the UK-Cyprus deal?</strong></h2><p>Reports suggest that Trump's framework mirrors the United Kingdom's long-standing agreement with Cyprus, a small island nation in the Mediterranean Sea. Under the UK-Cyprus deal, Britain retains sovereign control over military bases on the island, even as Cyprus remains an independent State.</p><p>Similarly, under the Greenland proposal, the United States is expected to gain sovereignty over some parts of the frozen island. The New York Times, citing senior officials familiar with the talks, reported that the framework being discussed could include a clause giving the United States sovereignty over parts of certain pockets of Greenland, and not the whole island.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322"><strong>Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant</strong></a></p><p>Reportedly, under the proposal, America would be able to carry out military operations, intelligence gathering missions, and training without having to seek permission from Denmark. If the deal goes through, it is expected that American bases in Greenland would be recognised as US territory in the Arctic. The move, as per reports, is intended to alleviate Danish concerns about Trump's America potentially acquiring Greenland.</p><p>It could also come with provisions for the US to conduct limited local development, including potential mining of rare earth minerals. Greenland sits on large reserves of rare earth elements, materials that are critical for everything from smartphones to missile systems.<br>&nbsp;</p>

US President Donald Trump has announced a Greenland ‘framework’ deal that would potentially give the US control over parts of the island. The plan, as per reports, bears a striking resemblance to a UK-Cyprus deal. Here's all you need to know.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 21) took a U-turn on his hardline push to acquire Greenland, dropping his 500 per cent tariff threat against those opposing him. Just hours after using the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos to hint at a softer approach on Greenland, the POTUS met with NATO chief Mark Rutte, and afterwards announced a Greenland framework deal. The deal, as per reports, carries a striking resemblance to the UK's Cyprus territory arrangement. Here's all you need to know about the two deals. Also read | Trump drops 500% tariff threat, unveils Greenland ‘framework deal’ with NATO | Details inside Trump's framework deal for Greenland After meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the US president said the two had drawn up what he called a "framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region". He hailed the solution as a "great one for the United States of America, and all NATO Nations," if consummated. The POTUS also backed down from his tariff threats. ON Truth Social, he said, "Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st. Additional discussions are being held concerning The Golden Dome as it pertains to Greenland. Further information will be made available as discussions progress." How is Trump's Greenland deal similar to the UK-Cyprus deal? Reports suggest that Trump's framework mirrors the United Kingdom's long-standing agreement with Cyprus, a small island nation in the Mediterranean Sea. Under the UK-Cyprus deal, Britain retains sovereign control over military bases on the island, even as Cyprus remains an independent State. Similarly, under the Greenland proposal, the United States is expected to gain sovereignty over some parts of the frozen island. The New York Times, citing senior officials familiar with the talks, reported that the framework being discussed could include a clause giving the United States sovereignty over parts of certain pockets of Greenland, and not the whole island. Also read | Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant Reportedly, under the proposal, America would be able to carry out military operations, intelligence gathering missions, and training without having to seek permission from Denmark. If the deal goes through, it is expected that American bases in Greenland would be recognised as US territory in the Arctic. The move, as per reports, is intended to alleviate Danish concerns about Trump's America potentially acquiring Greenland. It could also come with provisions for the US to conduct limited local development, including potential mining of rare earth minerals. Greenland sits on large reserves of rare earth elements, materials that are critical for everything from smartphones to missile systems.

<p>US President Donald Trump has announced a Greenland ‘framework’ deal that would potentially give the US control over parts of the island. The plan, as per reports, bears a striking resemblance to a UK-Cyprus deal. Here's all you need to know.</p>

Trump's 'great' Greenland deal bears striking similarities to Britain’s Cyprus base pact | All details here

<p>Greenlanders are taking shots at the United States on social media in response to Donald Trump's aggressive push to take over the island. They are mocking "American culture" by posing as fentanyl addicts on social media. Videos show them in the so-called "fentanyl fold", with arms hanging and bent forward all the way over from the waist. Inunnguaq Christian Poulsen from Nuuk was one of the first to post a video making fun of the drug problem in America. It was captioned "Bringing American culture to Greenland", pointing to Trump's plans to take control of the island, citing security reasons. His ambitions have angered not only Denmark and the rest of Europe, but also the residents who are enraged by his words. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid drug that has been responsible for the overdose crisis in the US. Addicts are often seen in the &nbsp;"fenty lean" or "zombie drug stance" in the videos circulating on social media for years. They are seen with their heads bowed down till their knees, appearing to be completely out of zone, yet conscious.</p><h2><strong>Video of Greenlanders acting high on fentanyl</strong></h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Greenlanders are mocking America on social media by acting like they are fentanyl addicts.<br><br>&quot;bringing American culture to Greenland&quot;<br><br>Trump has turned our allies against us. I am thoroughly embarrassed.<br><br>Credit: TT user - pov_fromarctic <a href="https://t.co/nkYMi7nAL8">pic.twitter.com/nkYMi7nAL8</a></p>&mdash; Ed Krassenstein (@EdKrassen) <a href="https://twitter.com/EdKrassen/status/2013658609666658713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The US President has been aggressively pursuing plans to take over Greenland, angering Denmark, which handles the defence and foreign policy of the island. Trump went on a rant at the World Economic Forum in Davos, saying factually wrong things about how the US gave back Greenland to Denmark after World War II. "How stupid were we to do that? We did that,” he added. The president added that the US had fought to secure the Arctic island during the war. “We fought for Denmark to save it,” he said, when the US had never governed or owned Greenland. It has been part of Denmark since the early 18th century.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322"><strong>Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-tensions-donald-trump-claims-framework-deal-on-greenland-1769053866113/embed</p><h2><strong>Trump's Greenland plan</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He announced a plan in his speech to get what the US wants, saying the deal "gets us everything we needed to get" and that everyone is "happy" about it. He ruled out the use of military force in the matter. "I don't have to use force, I don't want to use force. I won't use force. All the United States is asking for is a place called Greenland," the 79-year-old said. "We probably won’t get anything unless I decide to use excessive strength and force, where we would be, frankly, unstoppable. But I won’t do that. Okay," he added in the weird rant on Greenland.&nbsp;</p>

Greenlanders are mocking the fentanyl drug crisis in the US, acting like addicts seen in videos bending till their knees, with their hands hanging loose. It comes as Donald Trump pushed to gain control of the island.

Greenlanders are taking shots at the United States on social media in response to Donald Trump's aggressive push to take over the island. They are mocking "American culture" by posing as fentanyl addicts on social media. Videos show them in the so-called "fentanyl fold", with arms hanging and bent forward all the way over from the waist. Inunnguaq Christian Poulsen from Nuuk was one of the first to post a video making fun of the drug problem in America. It was captioned "Bringing American culture to Greenland", pointing to Trump's plans to take control of the island, citing security reasons. His ambitions have angered not only Denmark and the rest of Europe, but also the residents who are enraged by his words. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid drug that has been responsible for the overdose crisis in the US. Addicts are often seen in the "fenty lean" or "zombie drug stance" in the videos circulating on social media for years. They are seen with their heads bowed down till their knees, appearing to be completely out of zone, yet conscious. Video of Greenlanders acting high on fentanyl

<p>Greenlanders are mocking the fentanyl drug crisis in the US, acting like addicts seen in videos bending till their knees, with their hands hanging loose. It comes as Donald Trump pushed to gain control of the island.</p>

Greenlanders do the 'zombie drug stance' to mock US fentanyl crisis amid Trump's push to take over island

<p>US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 21) shifted course on Greenland. The POTUS, who had been pushing a hardline approach to acquire Greenland, used the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos to hint at a softer approach on Greenland. He said that the tariffs he had threatened to slap on European countries are now off the table, and so is the talk of force. In its place, Trump is offering a deal. Here's what we know about Trump's Greenland framework deal.</p><h2><strong>Framework deal for Greenland</strong></h2><p>After meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the US president said the two had drawn up what he called a "framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region".</p><p>"This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America and all NATO Nations," Trump wrote on Truth Social. On the back of that understanding, he said, the tariffs planned for February 1 would not go ahead. "Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st. Additional discussions are being held concerning The Golden Dome as it pertains to Greenland. Further information will be made available as discussions progress," he said.</p>

<p>Vice President J D Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and special envoy Steve Witkoff, he added, would now take the talks forward.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322"><strong>Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos after Greenland rant</strong></a></p><h2><strong>A complex deal is in works</strong></h2><p>While Trump did not spell out much in his initial post, later, in an interview with CNBC, he gave a clearer picture of what he calls his "concept of a deal" with NATO.</p><p>"We have a concept of a deal. I think it’s going to be a very good deal for the United States, also for them," said Trump. The POTUS noted that the deal was "a little bit complex," but said that they will "explain it down the line."</p><h2><strong>Trump wants Greenland's minerals?</strong></h2><p>At the core of Trump's framework for Greenland is access to the island's mineral wealth. The island sits on large reserves of rare earth elements, materials that are critical for everything from smartphones to missile systems. Trump said the US and its European allies would gain rights to those resources under the arrangement.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-key-takeaways-from-donald-trump-s-angry-greenland-obsessed-speech-nato-and-ungrateful-europe-1769040847782"><strong>Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland obsessed speech</strong></a></p><p>He also talked of the Golden Dome, a project launched by his executive order in 2025. It is Trump's vision of a missile shield for America, built using satellites and space-based interceptors. He suggested that parties to the framework would also be "involved in the Golden Dome" system, though he did not say if he just meant Greenland or NATO, and neither did he say exactly how.</p><p>"They’re going to be involved in the Golden Dome, and they’re going to be involved in mineral rights, and so are we,” Trump said.</p><h2><strong>How long will the US-Greenland deal last?</strong></h2><p>When asked how long this new arrangement would last, Trump did not hesitate. "Forever," he said.</p><h2><strong>US to control Greenland?</strong></h2><p>Reports suggest that there's a clause that would grant the US sovereignty to some parts of the frozen island. The New York Times, citing senior officials familiar with the talks, reported that the framework being discussed could include a clause giving the United States sovereignty over parts of certain pockets of Greenland, and not the whole island.</p><p>White House Spokesperson Anna Kelly when asked about this, said, details would come "as discussions continue."</p><h2><strong>Copenhagen exhales, welcomes de-escalation</strong></h2><p>In Denmark, the reaction was cautious but relieved after weeks of tensions. Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen on X said that the day was "ending on a better note than it began." He welcomed Trump’s decision to rule out using force and to pause the "trade war".</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The day is ending on a better note than it began. We welcome that POTUS has ruled out to take Greenland by force and paused the trade war. Now, let’s sit down and find out how we can address the American security concerns in the Arctic while respecting the red lines of the KoD. <a href="https://t.co/XWv1Ffo4UN">pic.twitter.com/XWv1Ffo4UN</a></p>&mdash; Lars Løkke Rasmussen (@larsloekke) <a href="https://twitter.com/larsloekke/status/2014083808656536003?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>"Now, let’s sit down and find out how we can address the American security concerns in the Arctic," he wrote, "while respecting the red lines of the KoD".</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/is-the-u-s-retreating-from-nato-pentagon-weighs-troop-pullback-1769032248012/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/is-the-u-s-retreating-from-nato-pentagon-weighs-troop-pullback-1769032248012/embed</a></p><p> </p>

After talks with NATO chief Mark Rutte, US President Donald Trump has hit pause on his hardline Greenland push and is now pitching a deal. Here's what we know about Trump's Greenland framework deal.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Jan 21) shifted course on Greenland. The POTUS, who had been pushing a hardline approach to acquire Greenland, used the stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos to hint at a softer approach on Greenland. He said that the tariffs he had threatened to slap on European countries are now off the table, and so is the talk of force. In its place, Trump is offering a deal. Here's what we know about Trump's Greenland framework deal. Framework deal for Greenland After meeting NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the US president said the two had drawn up what he called a "framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region". "This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America and all NATO Nations," Trump wrote on Truth Social. On the back of that understanding, he said, the tariffs planned for February 1 would not go ahead. "Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st. Additional discussions are being held concerning The Golden Dome as it pertains to Greenland. Further information will be made available as discussions progress," he said.

<p>After talks with NATO chief Mark Rutte, US President Donald Trump has hit pause on his hardline Greenland push and is now pitching a deal. Here's what we know about Trump's Greenland framework deal.</p>

Trump drops 500% tariff threat, unveils Greenland ‘framework deal’ with NATO | Details inside

<p>The World Economic Forum (WEF), currently on at Davos, was evacuated because of an "unusual odour" that triggered a coughing bout in some attendees on Wednesday evening. Around an hour before the stench was reported, Donald Trump had left after finishing his speech, a White House spokesperson told CBS News. He delivered an aggressive stance on Greenland once again and even announced the framework of a deal on the acquisition. The odour issue arose at the Davos Congress Centre, where the US President had carried out the conference. It was fully evacuated after the problem was reported. Later, it emerged that a fire had broken out "in a wooden hut near the hotel housing the conference centre." Firefighters were seen at the venue. Witnesses said that EMTs used specialised smoke divers to investigate the potential hazards of the smell. The fire was completely extinguished, and the media was back at the centre less than an hour after the inspection was over, Fox Business reported.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hundreds of political leaders and businessmen are in the Swiss city for the Davos summit. Trump has been vying to get Greenland and met with top NATO military officers to discuss an arrangement under which "small pockets of Greenlandic" territory could be given to the US to build security bases, senior officials told The New York Times. Those in the know about the proposed arrangement say that it is similar to the UK military bases in Cyprus.&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-key-takeaways-from-donald-trump-s-angry-greenland-obsessed-speech-nato-and-ungrateful-europe-1769040847782"><strong>Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland obsessed speech</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump and NATO leaders on Greenland deal at Davos</strong></h2><p>Trump said that NATO will help the US build his Golden Dome missile defence system. "They're going to be involved in the Golden Dome, and they're going to be involved in mineral rights, and so are we," Trump told CNBC. He told reporters that the deal "gets us everything we needed to get". The agreement doesn't have an expiration, and Trump said that it would last "forever". Meanwhile, NATO said that negotiations involving Denmark, Greenland and the United States will start, and the aim is to ensure "Russia and China never gain a foothold - economically or militarily - in Greenland."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-in-davos-amid-greenland-standoff-eu-chief-says-fully-prepared-to-act-1769001684289/embed</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump said that Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff will be taking part in the negotiations. Harping on his need to have Greenland, Trump said, "I don't have to use force, I don't want to use force. I won't use force,' he vowed. 'All the United States is asking for is a place called Greenland". &nbsp;The biggest island in the world is not only a strategic location, but is also rich in oil, gold, graphite, copper, iron, and other rare earth elements.&nbsp;</p>

Davos Summit hit a tiny bump on Wednesday when a strange odour shrouded the conference centre where Donald Trump had delivered his speech. It caused those present to start coughing. Firefighters were brought in to check on the source.

The World Economic Forum (WEF), currently on at Davos, was evacuated because of an "unusual odour" that triggered a coughing bout in some attendees on Wednesday evening. Around an hour before the stench was reported, Donald Trump had left after finishing his speech, a White House spokesperson told CBS News. He delivered an aggressive stance on Greenland once again and even announced the framework of a deal on the acquisition. The odour issue arose at the Davos Congress Centre, where the US President had carried out the conference. It was fully evacuated after the problem was reported. Later, it emerged that a fire had broken out "in a wooden hut near the hotel housing the conference centre." Firefighters were seen at the venue. Witnesses said that EMTs used specialised smoke divers to investigate the potential hazards of the smell. The fire was completely extinguished, and the media was back at the centre less than an hour after the inspection was over, Fox Business reported. Hundreds of political leaders and businessmen are in the Swiss city for the Davos summit. Trump has been vying to get Greenland and met with top NATO military officers to discuss an arrangement under which "small pockets of Greenlandic" territory could be given to the US to build security bases, senior officials told The New York Times. Those in the know about the proposed arrangement say that it is similar to the UK military bases in Cyprus. Also Read: Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland obsessed speech Trump and NATO leaders on Greenland deal at Davos Trump said that NATO will help the US build his Golden Dome missile defence system. "They're going to be involved in the Golden Dome, and they're going to be involved in mineral rights, and so are we," Trump told CNBC. He told reporters that the deal "gets us everything we needed to get". The agreement doesn't have an expiration, and Trump said that it would last "forever". Meanwhile, NATO said that negotiations involving Denmark, Greenland and the United States will start, and the aim is to ensure "Russia and China never gain a foothold - economically or militarily - in Greenland." https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-in-davos-amid-greenland-standoff-eu-chief-says-fully-prepared-to-act-1769001684289/embed Trump said that Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff will be taking part in the negotiations. Harping on his need to have Greenland, Trump said, "I don't have to use force, I don't want to use force. I won't use force,' he vowed. 'All the United States is asking for is a place called Greenland". The biggest island in the world is not only a strategic location, but is also rich in oil, gold, graphite, copper, iron, and other rare earth elements.

<p>Davos Summit hit a tiny bump on Wednesday when a strange odour shrouded the conference centre where Donald Trump had delivered his speech. It caused those present to start coughing. Firefighters were brought in to check on the source.</p>

Davos Summit 2026: Mysterious odour triggers evacuation as firefighters enter venue

<p>US President Donald Trump, speaking at the world stage on Wednesday (Jan 21) once again floated his dictator dream. Not during his main speech, but in a loose moment afterwards, talking to business leaders on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. Trump, seemingly in a reflective mood, was still buzzing about the reaction to his earlier remarks, when he alarmingly said, people sometimes "need a dictator".</p><h2><strong>What did Trump say exactly?</strong></h2><p>Not long after his long rambling speech that included a lot about Greenland, Trump said, "We had a good speech, we got great reviews. I can’t believe it, we got good reviews on that speech".</p><p>He conceded that usually people don't like him: "Usually they say: he’s a horrible dictator type person." Accepting that he is in fact a dictator, Trump, in his usual half-joke, half-threat way, added, "I’m a dictator. But sometimes you need a dictator. But they didn’t say that in this case".</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-key-takeaways-from-donald-trump-s-angry-greenland-obsessed-speech-nato-and-ungrateful-europe-1769040847782"><strong>Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland obsessed speech</strong></a></p><h2>Trump's 'dictator' dream: A constant fantasy</h2><p>Previously, too, Trump has likened himself to a dictator. Ahead of the 2024 election, he told Fox News host Sean Hannity that he would be a dictator, but only for one day. The plan, he said, was to drill for oil and seal the southern border. Since his return to office, critics say the line between joke and policy has blurred.</p><p>Over the past year, Trump has bypassed Congress to carry out deadly boat strikes in the Caribbean, moved to purge and reshape the federal workforce, and openly targeted political opponents. He also sent troops into Democratic US cities to quell unrest.</p><p>Recently, he has even floated cancelling the next midterm elections. In a recent interview with Reuters, he argued that "we shouldn’t even have an election" given how much he claims to have achieved.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-gulf-of-trump-had-a-good-ring-trump-reveals-wild-renaming-plan-for-gulf-of-mexico-says-he-feared-getting-killed-1768979268262"><strong>'Gulf of Trump had a good ring': Trump reveals wild renaming plan for 'Gulf of Mexico,' says he feared getting killed</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump uses Davos speech to praise authoritarian allies</strong></h2><p>On Wednesday, Trump used his Davos speech to praise two authoritarians, Russian President Vladimir Putin and China’s Xi Jinping, while turning on old allies like France, the UK, and Denmark. "We give so much, and we get so little in return," he told the room.</p><p>Trump's statement comes amid his continuing push for Greenland, a self-governing part of Denmark and a fellow NATO territory. Trump had earlier refused to rule out using military force to take it, a move that would break both international law and the NATO charter. However, he has since walked that back, saying he will not invade. But he insisted that only the US can truly defend the mineral-rich island.</p>

Donald Trump sparked fresh alarm at Davos after casually calling himself a dictator, saying sometimes you need one. The offhand remark came after his Greenland-obsessed speech. Here's what he said.

US President Donald Trump, speaking at the world stage on Wednesday (Jan 21) once again floated his dictator dream. Not during his main speech, but in a loose moment afterwards, talking to business leaders on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. Trump, seemingly in a reflective mood, was still buzzing about the reaction to his earlier remarks, when he alarmingly said, people sometimes "need a dictator". What did Trump say exactly? Not long after his long rambling speech that included a lot about Greenland, Trump said, "We had a good speech, we got great reviews. I can’t believe it, we got good reviews on that speech". He conceded that usually people don't like him: "Usually they say: he’s a horrible dictator type person." Accepting that he is in fact a dictator, Trump, in his usual half-joke, half-threat way, added, "I’m a dictator. But sometimes you need a dictator. But they didn’t say that in this case". Also read | Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland obsessed speech Trump's 'dictator' dream: A constant fantasy Previously, too, Trump has likened himself to a dictator. Ahead of the 2024 election, he told Fox News host Sean Hannity that he would be a dictator, but only for one day. The plan, he said, was to drill for oil and seal the southern border. Since his return to office, critics say the line between joke and policy has blurred. Over the past year, Trump has bypassed Congress to carry out deadly boat strikes in the Caribbean, moved to purge and reshape the federal workforce, and openly targeted political opponents. He also sent troops into Democratic US cities to quell unrest. Recently, he has even floated cancelling the next midterm elections. In a recent interview with Reuters, he argued that "we shouldn’t even have an election" given how much he claims to have achieved. Also read | 'Gulf of Trump had a good ring': Trump reveals wild renaming plan for 'Gulf of Mexico,' says he feared getting killed Trump uses Davos speech to praise authoritarian allies On Wednesday, Trump used his Davos speech to praise two authoritarians, Russian President Vladimir Putin and China’s Xi Jinping, while turning on old allies like France, the UK, and Denmark. "We give so much, and we get so little in return," he told the room. Trump's statement comes amid his continuing push for Greenland, a self-governing part of Denmark and a fellow NATO territory. Trump had earlier refused to rule out using military force to take it, a move that would break both international law and the NATO charter. However, he has since walked that back, saying he will not invade. But he insisted that only the US can truly defend the mineral-rich island.

<p>Donald Trump sparked fresh alarm at Davos after casually calling himself a dictator, saying sometimes you need one. The offhand remark came after his Greenland-obsessed speech. Here's what he said.</p>

Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant

<p>Zohran Mamdani insists that his administration will tax the rich, as promised. Just three weeks into the job, the New York mayor is already picking a fight with Albany. On Wednesday (Jan 21), he brushed aside Governor Kathy Hochul's newly released state budget, which came without any raise in income taxes, and said that it was time for NYC's "wealthiest residents to pay their fair share"</p><h2><strong>"Tax the rich"</strong></h2><p>"Our administration is preparing to make the case that it is the time for New York's most profitable corporations and wealthiest residents to pay their fair share," Mamdani told reporters at the Whitney Museum in Manhattan.</p><p>This statement comes just a day after Hochul rolled out a $260 billion budget for New York, one of the largest in the state's history, as she heads into a tough election year with pressure coming from all sides.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-key-takeaways-from-donald-trump-s-angry-greenland-obsessed-speech-nato-and-ungrateful-europe-1769040847782"><strong>Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland-obsessed speech</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Not enough for City Hall</strong></h2><p>Hochul's plan includes a major expansion of universal pre k, something Mamdani has long backed. Still, it was not enough to soften his stance. The mayor argued that New York City sends far more money to Albany than it gets back.</p><p>The city, he said, generates 54.5 per cent of the state's tax revenue but receives only 40.5 per cent in return. Any tax hike for the city would need approval from the state legislature.</p><p>"What we are looking to do is to tackle long-standing fiscal issues that both have to do with the need for more revenue from the highest earners, but also the relationship between City Hall and Albany, " Mamdani said, pointing to both the need for more revenue from top earners.</p><p>Hochul, for her part, has not ruled out tax hikes forever. But her budget director, Blake Washington, made her position clear this week. "She thinks it’s a last resort to raise taxes on anybody at any time," he said.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-gulf-of-trump-had-a-good-ring-trump-reveals-wild-renaming-plan-for-gulf-of-mexico-says-he-feared-getting-killed-1768979268262"><strong>'Gulf of Trump had a good ring': Trump reveals wild renaming plan for 'Gulf of Mexico,' says he feared getting killed</strong></a></p><h2><strong>A deficit and a target</strong></h2><p>Mamdani inherited a problem. A $12.6 billion budget deficit is projected over the next two fiscal years, reports the New York Post. On Wednesday, he pinned the deficit's blame squarely on his predecessor, former Mayor Eric Adams. However, he insisted that the state was on steady ground.</p><p>"I think that it’s actually the governor’s fiscal stewardship, I think it’s also the strength of our city’s tax base, that the state is on firm financial footing," he said. "The issue, however, is that the city is not, and that is a result, a direct result of Eric Adams’s gross fiscal mismanagement," he added.</p><h2><strong>Political pressure on Hochul</strong></h2><p>The standoff puts Hochul in a bind. She is already facing a primary challenge from her lieutenant governor, Antonio Delgado, who is running to her left. Republicans in the suburbs, including Nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman, are using Mamdani's rhetoric to paint her as captive to the party’s liberal wing.</p><p>Despite Mamdani's push, city finances are not collapsing. Comptroller Mark Levine reported that tax revenue rose 7 per cent in the last fiscal year.</p><p>"This wasn't caused by a bad economy," he said. "It’s the result of budgeting decisions from the previous administration that we must now deal with."</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani clashed with Governor Kathy Hochul after she released a tax-hike-free state budget. He says the city’s richest residents and corporations must pay more to plug a $12.6 billion deficit, blaming former mayor Eric Adams for it.

Zohran Mamdani insists that his administration will tax the rich, as promised. Just three weeks into the job, the New York mayor is already picking a fight with Albany. On Wednesday (Jan 21), he brushed aside Governor Kathy Hochul's newly released state budget, which came without any raise in income taxes, and said that it was time for NYC's "wealthiest residents to pay their fair share" "Tax the rich" "Our administration is preparing to make the case that it is the time for New York's most profitable corporations and wealthiest residents to pay their fair share," Mamdani told reporters at the Whitney Museum in Manhattan. This statement comes just a day after Hochul rolled out a $260 billion budget for New York, one of the largest in the state's history, as she heads into a tough election year with pressure coming from all sides. Also read | Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland-obsessed speech Not enough for City Hall Hochul's plan includes a major expansion of universal pre k, something Mamdani has long backed. Still, it was not enough to soften his stance. The mayor argued that New York City sends far more money to Albany than it gets back. The city, he said, generates 54.5 per cent of the state's tax revenue but receives only 40.5 per cent in return. Any tax hike for the city would need approval from the state legislature. "What we are looking to do is to tackle long-standing fiscal issues that both have to do with the need for more revenue from the highest earners, but also the relationship between City Hall and Albany, " Mamdani said, pointing to both the need for more revenue from top earners. Hochul, for her part, has not ruled out tax hikes forever. But her budget director, Blake Washington, made her position clear this week. "She thinks it’s a last resort to raise taxes on anybody at any time," he said. Also read | 'Gulf of Trump had a good ring': Trump reveals wild renaming plan for 'Gulf of Mexico,' says he feared getting killed A deficit and a target Mamdani inherited a problem. A $12.6 billion budget deficit is projected over the next two fiscal years, reports the New York Post. On Wednesday, he pinned the deficit's blame squarely on his predecessor, former Mayor Eric Adams. However, he insisted that the state was on steady ground. "I think that it’s actually the governor’s fiscal stewardship, I think it’s also the strength of our city’s tax base, that the state is on firm financial footing," he said. "The issue, however, is that the city is not, and that is a result, a direct result of Eric Adams’s gross fiscal mismanagement," he added. Political pressure on Hochul The standoff puts Hochul in a bind. She is already facing a primary challenge from her lieutenant governor, Antonio Delgado, who is running to her left. Republicans in the suburbs, including Nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman, are using Mamdani's rhetoric to paint her as captive to the party’s liberal wing. Despite Mamdani's push, city finances are not collapsing. Comptroller Mark Levine reported that tax revenue rose 7 per cent in the last fiscal year. "This wasn't caused by a bad economy," he said. "It’s the result of budgeting decisions from the previous administration that we must now deal with."

<p>New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani clashed with Governor Kathy Hochul after she released a tax-hike-free state budget. He says the city’s richest residents and corporations must pay more to plug a $12.6 billion deficit, blaming former mayor Eric Adams for it.</p>

‘Tax the rich’: Zohran Mamdani takes on Kathy Hochul a day after $260 billion New York budget unveiling

<p>US President Donald Trump's speech at Davos 2026 on Wednesday (Jan 21) left many of his European listeners uneasy. The antagonistic speech was long, angry, and full of grievances against European leaders and their resistance to the US taking over Greenland by force. The long, rambling speech also offered a small but notable concession. Here are the key takeaways from Trump's Davos speech.</p><h2><strong>Europe taking advantage of the US?</strong></h2><p>Speaking to business leaders and government officials in Davos, Trump spent much of his time accusing Europe of taking advantage of the United States. He questioned why his push to take control of Greenland was facing resistance and criticised European leaders over immigration and economic policy.</p><p>At one point, he even raised doubts about whether NATO would come to America's defence. He, however, failed to mention that the alliance has only ever invoked its collective defence clause once, after the September 11 attacks on the US.</p><h2><strong>Trump won't use force against Greenland</strong></h2><p>For European officials hoping to hear a path out of the growing transatlantic rift, there was one line that stood out.</p><p>"I won't use force," Trump said, referring to Greenland. Before this, Trump had refused to rule out using military power to seize the semiautonomous Danish territory. Removing that threat eased some immediate fears.</p><p>Markets also reacted, turning higher after losses the day before.</p><p>But Trump did not soften his underlying demand. "This enormous unsecured island is actually part of North America," he said. "That's our territory." He warned that those who opposed him would be remembered. "You can say no and we will remember," he said.</p><h2><strong>Greenland deal framework and 500% tariff threat</strong></h2><p>Later in the day, Trump announced what he called a "framework of a future deal" on Greenland after meeting NATO's secretary general. He said planned tariffs on Europe were now off, though he gave no details. "This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America and all NATO Nations," he wrote on Truth Social.</p><p>When asked if the deal meant his desire to own Greenland was fulfilled, Trump paused before replying, "It's a long-term deal."</p><h2><strong>Old grudges, new targets</strong></h2><p>Trump, in his speech, called Denmark "ungrateful," accused it of failing to defend Greenland in World War II, and questioned why the US ever gave the territory back. "Denmark fell to Germany after just six hours of fighting, and was totally unable to defend either itself or Greenland. So the United States was then compelled, and we did it," he claimed.</p><p>"How stupid were we to do that?" said Trump. "But we did it, but we gave it back. But how ungrateful are they now?"</p><p>He also mocked French President Emmanuel Macron's "beautiful sunglasses", took aim at Switzerland over tariffs, and warned Canada to be more grateful. "Canada gets a lot of freebies from us, by the way. They should be grateful, but they’re not," he said. Directly addressing Canadian PM Mark Carney, he ominously warned, "Canada lives because of the United States. Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements."</p><p>Back home, he attacked Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and Democratic lawmaker Ilhan Omar, tying her to what he called cultural decline in the West. "She comes from a country that’s not a country, and she’s telling us how to run America," he said during an extended diatribe against Somalia. He further warned that Omar was "not going to get away with it much longer".</p><p>Trump tries to humiliate Europe</p><p>Seemingly intent on humiliating Europeans into giving him Greenland, Trump recalled wars of the past that needed US intervention and claimed, "Without us right now, you’d all be speaking German and a little Japanese".</p><p>Slamming the 'ungrateful' nations which he insisted were still reliant on America, he claimed, "Without us, most of the countries don’t even work".</p><h2><strong>A crowd in disbelief</strong></h2><p>At first, the packed room laughed politely. By the end, it was mostly silent. Some attendees shook their heads as Trump argued for owning Greenland. Others left early as Trump's rambling speech crossed the one-hour mark. Trump, seemingly felt the need to end his speech, and closing it, casually said: "I'll see you around."<br>&nbsp;</p>

US President Donald Trump’s Davos speech rattled Europe as he accused allies of exploiting the US, demanded Greenland, and warned NATO and Canada. Here are the key takeaways.

US President Donald Trump's speech at Davos 2026 on Wednesday (Jan 21) left many of his European listeners uneasy. The antagonistic speech was long, angry, and full of grievances against European leaders and their resistance to the US taking over Greenland by force. The long, rambling speech also offered a small but notable concession. Here are the key takeaways from Trump's Davos speech. Europe taking advantage of the US? Speaking to business leaders and government officials in Davos, Trump spent much of his time accusing Europe of taking advantage of the United States. He questioned why his push to take control of Greenland was facing resistance and criticised European leaders over immigration and economic policy. At one point, he even raised doubts about whether NATO would come to America's defence. He, however, failed to mention that the alliance has only ever invoked its collective defence clause once, after the September 11 attacks on the US. Trump won't use force against Greenland For European officials hoping to hear a path out of the growing transatlantic rift, there was one line that stood out. "I won't use force," Trump said, referring to Greenland. Before this, Trump had refused to rule out using military power to seize the semiautonomous Danish territory. Removing that threat eased some immediate fears. Markets also reacted, turning higher after losses the day before. But Trump did not soften his underlying demand. "This enormous unsecured island is actually part of North America," he said. "That's our territory." He warned that those who opposed him would be remembered. "You can say no and we will remember," he said. Greenland deal framework and 500% tariff threat Later in the day, Trump announced what he called a "framework of a future deal" on Greenland after meeting NATO's secretary general. He said planned tariffs on Europe were now off, though he gave no details. "This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America and all NATO Nations," he wrote on Truth Social. When asked if the deal meant his desire to own Greenland was fulfilled, Trump paused before replying, "It's a long-term deal." Old grudges, new targets Trump, in his speech, called Denmark "ungrateful," accused it of failing to defend Greenland in World War II, and questioned why the US ever gave the territory back. "Denmark fell to Germany after just six hours of fighting, and was totally unable to defend either itself or Greenland. So the United States was then compelled, and we did it," he claimed. "How stupid were we to do that?" said Trump. "But we did it, but we gave it back. But how ungrateful are they now?" He also mocked French President Emmanuel Macron's "beautiful sunglasses", took aim at Switzerland over tariffs, and warned Canada to be more grateful. "Canada gets a lot of freebies from us, by the way. They should be grateful, but they’re not," he said. Directly addressing Canadian PM Mark Carney, he ominously warned, "Canada lives because of the United States. Remember that, Mark, the next time you make your statements." Back home, he attacked Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and Democratic lawmaker Ilhan Omar, tying her to what he called cultural decline in the West. "She comes from a country that’s not a country, and she’s telling us how to run America," he said during an extended diatribe against Somalia. He further warned that Omar was "not going to get away with it much longer". Trump tries to humiliate Europe Seemingly intent on humiliating Europeans into giving him Greenland, Trump recalled wars of the past that needed US intervention and claimed, "Without us right now, you’d all be speaking German and a little Japanese". Slamming the 'ungrateful' nations which he insisted were still reliant on America, he claimed, "Without us, most of the countries don’t even work". A crowd in disbelief At first, the packed room laughed politely. By the end, it was mostly silent. Some attendees shook their heads as Trump argued for owning Greenland. Others left early as Trump's rambling speech crossed the one-hour mark. Trump, seemingly felt the need to end his speech, and closing it, casually said: "I'll see you around."

<p>US President Donald Trump’s Davos speech rattled Europe as he accused allies of exploiting the US, demanded Greenland, and warned NATO and Canada. Here are the key takeaways.</p>

Davos 2026: Key takeaways from Trump's angry, Greenland obsessed speech

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<p>Walruses, polar bears, orcas, sledge dogs and penguins are joining to 'defend Greenland' against US President Donald Trump's threats to take over the Arctic island in an epic AI video that's both hilarious and heartwarming in equal measures. Greenland, the semi-autonomous region of Denmark, and those who love it, have been engaging in a meme fest and digital information warfare already. It's clearly a David vs Goliath battle as Greenland is essentially a defenceless region unless the entire might of NATO minus the US is put to defend it, a highly unlikely prospect. But the spirit of Greenlanders is harder to defeat, going by the video. There have been several memes and videos on the subject, but this one is truly EPIC. Scroll down to watch.</p><h2>What the video shows</h2><p>The AI-generated 'music video' is a protest anthem, using cinematic visuals and rousing music to show resistance against Trump. The satrical 'Greenland Defense Front' joins humans, animals and even the 'spirit' of dead animals. The nearly two-minute sequence is accompanied by a satire song, “The Hungry Giant”. It refers to Trump as 'a hungry giant' who ‘wants to take our shore, orange hand reaches, but his fingers freeze and fall’.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/greenland-showdown-eu-vows-unflinching-response-to-trump-s-greenland-threats-1768980946618/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/greenland-showdown-eu-vows-unflinching-response-to-trump-s-greenland-threats-1768980946618/embed</a></p><p>In the snow-covered shores of the Acrcti landscape, Greenland's flag flies proudly, as Inuit-inspired warriors - both human and animal - stand defiantly on ice cliffs and ridges.</p><p>Polar bears wield harpoons and guns, as walruses drive military vehicles and seals, dogs and penguins join the effort.</p><p>Folklore creatures, notably a Tupilaq - a revenge spirit figure from Inuit legend- is shwon rising to confront the threat.</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-no-going-back-donald-trump-doubles-down-on-greenland-control-macron-warns-of-world-without-rules-1768973456508">'No going back': Donald Trump doubles down on Greenland control; Macron warns of 'world without rules'</a></p><h2>What is the song in the video saying?</h2><p>The lines of the song include:</p><p><br><i>'Kalallit, not forever a home </i>[Kalallitt are the Indigenous Inuit people of Greenland]<br><i>A hungry giant wants to take our shore</i><br><i>To drink the oil and eat the ore &nbsp;</i><br><i>Now the Goliath goes through the deep</i><br><i>And wakes every soul from their sleep &nbsp;</i></p><p><i>Greenland Defence Front, stay tall</i><br><i>Orange hand reaches, but his fingers freeze and fall &nbsp;</i><br><i>Greenland Defence Front, stay tall</i><br><i>No more strangers, lead the way</i><br><i>We stand as one, come what may</i><br><i>From ice and rock, our voices call</i><br><i>The giant stumbles, he shall fall &nbsp;</i></p><p><i>Greenland Defence Front, stay tall</i><br><i>Orange hand reaches, but his fingers freeze and fall. &nbsp;</i></p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-you-ll-find-out-trump-drops-ominous-hint-on-greenland-ahead-of-davos-2026-1768952799415">‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Watch the video here:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🟥 WOW ... 🇬🇱 🇩🇰<br><br>This defiance and solidarity video for Greenland is EPIC. 👌🏼 <a href="https://t.co/u3YiFGuJ5S">pic.twitter.com/u3YiFGuJ5S</a></p>— Fun Tom 🇨🇦 💂 (@funtomvids) <a href="https://twitter.com/funtomvids/status/2013635823753699713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

An 'epic' AI-generated video shows polar bears, walruses and Inuit spirits uniting to defend Greenland from Trump threats. The video, which incorporates satire, memes and a protest anthem into a heartwarming spectacle, is going viral.

Walruses, polar bears, orcas, sledge dogs and penguins are joining to 'defend Greenland' against US President Donald Trump's threats to take over the Arctic island in an epic AI video that's both hilarious and heartwarming in equal measures. Greenland, the semi-autonomous region of Denmark, and those who love it, have been engaging in a meme fest and digital information warfare already. It's clearly a David vs Goliath battle as Greenland is essentially a defenceless region unless the entire might of NATO minus the US is put to defend it, a highly unlikely prospect. But the spirit of Greenlanders is harder to defeat, going by the video. There have been several memes and videos on the subject, but this one is truly EPIC. Scroll down to watch. What the video shows The AI-generated 'music video' is a protest anthem, using cinematic visuals and rousing music to show resistance against Trump. The satrical 'Greenland Defense Front' joins humans, animals and even the 'spirit' of dead animals. The nearly two-minute sequence is accompanied by a satire song, “The Hungry Giant”. It refers to Trump as 'a hungry giant' who ‘wants to take our shore, orange hand reaches, but his fingers freeze and fall’. https://www.wionews.com/videos/greenland-showdown-eu-vows-unflinching-response-to-trump-s-greenland-threats-1768980946618/embed In the snow-covered shores of the Acrcti landscape, Greenland's flag flies proudly, as Inuit-inspired warriors - both human and animal - stand defiantly on ice cliffs and ridges. Polar bears wield harpoons and guns, as walruses drive military vehicles and seals, dogs and penguins join the effort. Folklore creatures, notably a Tupilaq - a revenge spirit figure from Inuit legend- is shwon rising to confront the threat. Also read: 'No going back': Donald Trump doubles down on Greenland control; Macron warns of 'world without rules' What is the song in the video saying? The lines of the song include: 'Kalallit, not forever a home [Kalallitt are the Indigenous Inuit people of Greenland] A hungry giant wants to take our shore To drink the oil and eat the ore Now the Goliath goes through the deep And wakes every soul from their sleep Greenland Defence Front, stay tall Orange hand reaches, but his fingers freeze and fall Greenland Defence Front, stay tall No more strangers, lead the way We stand as one, come what may From ice and rock, our voices call The giant stumbles, he shall fall Greenland Defence Front, stay tall Orange hand reaches, but his fingers freeze and fall. Also read: ‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026 Watch the video here:

<p>An 'epic' AI-generated video shows polar bears, walruses and Inuit spirits uniting to defend Greenland from Trump threats. The video, which incorporates satire, memes and a protest anthem into a heartwarming spectacle, is going viral.</p>

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<p>The US ambassador to Singapore, Anjani Sinha, has faced criticism in the city-state for demanding companies to provide “substantially larger” financial support as the embassy plans for its July 4 celebrations of the 250 years of American Independence. However, such fundraising is a routine part of Washington’s diplomatic activities each year.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The request was made in a letter sent to members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Singapore, which represents international companies looking to establish or expand operations in Southeast Asia. According to its website, AmCham Singapore counts more than 6,000 members across over 650 companies.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In response to queries, a spokesperson for the US Embassy in Singapore told the Straits Times on Jan 20, “We plan to host a July 4 celebration befitting the day America celebrates as the most important milestone in our country’s history – 250 years of American Independence. We’re asking our private sector partners to support the event, just as every American embassy around the world does every year for Independence Day.”</p><h3>Embassy called the celebrations a ‘momentous occasion’</h3><p>In a letter, dated Jan 8, the US Embassy in Singapore called on businesses to partner with it and make a financial contribution towards the planned celebrations of the embassy for upcoming events, describing it as a “momentous occasion”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Signed by Ambassador Sinha, the letter highlighted two milestones: the 250th anniversary of US independence and the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the United States and Singapore, to be marked on April 4. It also stated that marking the 250th milestone is a “major” White House priority, and Singapore’s celebration is “part of that broader effort”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the letter, Dr Sinha said, “Throughout 2026, we plan to celebrate these milestones with our friends in Singapore to honour the partnership between our two nations. Our celebration will depend on the generosity of American and Singaporean businesses. Your partnership and financial contributions will help us honour the history we are proud to share and inspire us to look to future opportunities. Given the unique historical significance of this year, we are encouraging our partners to consider substantially larger gifts than in previous years in support of our 250th anniversary.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In response to the move, netizens on social media expressed disbelief, condemning that the US, being a superpower with deep pockets, still needs to ask for money for its celebrations.</p>

The US Embassy in Singapore called on businesses to partner with it and make a financial contribution towards the planned celebrations of the embassy for upcoming events, describing it as a “momentous occasion”.

The US ambassador to Singapore, Anjani Sinha, has faced criticism in the city-state for demanding companies to provide “substantially larger” financial support as the embassy plans for its July 4 celebrations of the 250 years of American Independence. However, such fundraising is a routine part of Washington’s diplomatic activities each year. The request was made in a letter sent to members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Singapore, which represents international companies looking to establish or expand operations in Southeast Asia. According to its website, AmCham Singapore counts more than 6,000 members across over 650 companies. In response to queries, a spokesperson for the US Embassy in Singapore told the Straits Times on Jan 20, “We plan to host a July 4 celebration befitting the day America celebrates as the most important milestone in our country’s history – 250 years of American Independence. We’re asking our private sector partners to support the event, just as every American embassy around the world does every year for Independence Day.” Embassy called the celebrations a ‘momentous occasion’ In a letter, dated Jan 8, the US Embassy in Singapore called on businesses to partner with it and make a financial contribution towards the planned celebrations of the embassy for upcoming events, describing it as a “momentous occasion”. Signed by Ambassador Sinha, the letter highlighted two milestones: the 250th anniversary of US independence and the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the United States and Singapore, to be marked on April 4. It also stated that marking the 250th milestone is a “major” White House priority, and Singapore’s celebration is “part of that broader effort”. In the letter, Dr Sinha said, “Throughout 2026, we plan to celebrate these milestones with our friends in Singapore to honour the partnership between our two nations. Our celebration will depend on the generosity of American and Singaporean businesses. Your partnership and financial contributions will help us honour the history we are proud to share and inspire us to look to future opportunities. Given the unique historical significance of this year, we are encouraging our partners to consider substantially larger gifts than in previous years in support of our 250th anniversary.” In response to the move, netizens on social media expressed disbelief, condemning that the US, being a superpower with deep pockets, still needs to ask for money for its celebrations.

<p>The US Embassy in Singapore called on businesses to partner with it and make a financial contribution towards the planned celebrations of the embassy for upcoming events, describing it as a “momentous occasion”.</p>

'Substantially larger gifts': US Ambassador to Singapore faces backlash over fundraising for July 4 celebrations

<p>A helicopter suddenly spun and crashed into trees near Timber Lakes, Utah, on January 18, and all four aboard miraculously survived. However, one of them was left critically injured and rushed to the hospital. He was transported to a hospital for treatment of a head injury. Reports suggest that the crash happened because of Loss of Tail Rotor Effectiveness (LTE), a low-altitude failure where the tail rotor loses thrust against main rotor torque. It is said to be the primary reason for 60-70 per cent of pilot-error helicopter accidents, according to rotorcraft studies. Ground footage captured by snowmobilers shows the chopper spinning rapidly. American actor David Sparks said one of his friends, Derek, and three others were on board the helicopter. “This is my friend Derek, and I'm beyond grateful that he and the 3 other souls on board survived what was a truly terrifying accident.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He detailed what went wrong with the chopper. “What you're seeing here appears consistent with LTE (Loss of Tail Rotor Effectiveness), when the tail rotor can't produce enough authority (thrust) to counter the torque of the main rotor, and the aircraft can enter a rapid, uncontrollable yaw/spin…” he said. Sparks added that Derek was in "a worst-case scenario, with almost no time to react." The helicopter got stuck in the trees, which apparently slowed the fall, absorbing the energy. This is believed to be the reason why the accident was not life-threatening.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/russia-s-snow-apocalypse-takes-over-social-media-locals-jump-out-of-windows-dig-out-building-entrances-1768903342646"><strong>Russia’s ‘snow apocalypse’ takes over social media: Locals jump out of windows, dig out building entrances</strong></a></p>

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<h2><strong>Utah crash involved a Bell 206 helicopter</strong></h2><p>The Wasatch County Sheriff’s Department responded to a 911 call at approximately 3:10 pm. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The agency added that it was a Bell 206 helicopter. While one of the occupants was taken to the hospital, the other three were evaluated on the site. The crash was captured on camera from several angles, showing the helicopter spinning out of control. According to eyewitnesses, there were two helicopters. A smaller one landed first, while the Bell 206 circled above. It descended, hovered and lifted again, and then started spinning and crashed into the trees.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Utah helicopter crash video: A chopper was caught on camera spinning and then crashing into the trees in Utah. One occupant was rushed to the hospital with a head injury, while others were assessed at the site. The cause of the crash is being investigated.

A helicopter suddenly spun and crashed into trees near Timber Lakes, Utah, on January 18, and all four aboard miraculously survived. However, one of them was left critically injured and rushed to the hospital. He was transported to a hospital for treatment of a head injury. Reports suggest that the crash happened because of Loss of Tail Rotor Effectiveness (LTE), a low-altitude failure where the tail rotor loses thrust against main rotor torque. It is said to be the primary reason for 60-70 per cent of pilot-error helicopter accidents, according to rotorcraft studies. Ground footage captured by snowmobilers shows the chopper spinning rapidly. American actor David Sparks said one of his friends, Derek, and three others were on board the helicopter. “This is my friend Derek, and I'm beyond grateful that he and the 3 other souls on board survived what was a truly terrifying accident.” He detailed what went wrong with the chopper. “What you're seeing here appears consistent with LTE (Loss of Tail Rotor Effectiveness), when the tail rotor can't produce enough authority (thrust) to counter the torque of the main rotor, and the aircraft can enter a rapid, uncontrollable yaw/spin…” he said. Sparks added that Derek was in "a worst-case scenario, with almost no time to react." The helicopter got stuck in the trees, which apparently slowed the fall, absorbing the energy. This is believed to be the reason why the accident was not life-threatening. Also Read: Russia’s ‘snow apocalypse’ takes over social media: Locals jump out of windows, dig out building entrances

<p>Utah helicopter crash video: A chopper was caught on camera spinning and then crashing into the trees in Utah. One occupant was rushed to the hospital with a head injury, while others were assessed at the site. The cause of the crash is being investigated.</p>

VIDEO: Helicopter spins rapidly and crashes into trees in Utah with 4 on board

<p>Recently, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, known for his explosive statements, entered a new league of gaffes. He was seen inaugurating a fake pizza outlet in Sialkot. The internet has exploded with memes after Pizza Hut Pakistan issued a statement clarifying that they do not have any such outlet at the said location. The food joint informed its customers that “an unauthorised outlet falsely using the Pizza Hut name and branding has recently opened in Sialkot Cantonment.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The statement further mentioned, “This outlet is not associated with Pizza Hut Pakistan, or Yum! Brands. It does not follow Pizza Hut International recipes, quality protocols, food safety and operational standards.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-defence-minister-khawaja-asif-blames-floods-on-bureaucracy-colleagues-call-it-publicity-stunt-1756956568755"><strong>Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif blames floods on bureaucracy, colleague calls it 'publicity stunt'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Pizza Hut Pakistan issues a statement:</h3><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The pizza chain has officially filed a complaint with authorities to stop the misuse of the trademark. According to their website, they operate 16 stores in Pakistan, with 14 located in Lahore and 2 in Islamabad. There is no mention of any outlet in Sialkot Cantonment, so it clarifies that the country’s defence minister inaugurated a shop that is not listed by the brand.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/this-pakistani-newspaper-accidently-prints-chatgpt-prompt-internet-explodes-1763033661784"><strong>THIS Pakistani newspaper accidently prints ChatGPT prompt, internet explodes</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the past, Asif has been the voice of the country, but not the kind that is trying to uplift it in any way. Visibly upset with his decorum is MP Zartaj Gul.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Gul raised the issue in the parliament, where she said the defence minister should refrain from speaking to international media if he cannot speak English. Well, her agitation comes after Khawaja Asif has been out there spilling beans about the country's association with terrorists, citing social media as proof for military operations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

The pizza chain has officially filed a complaint with authorities to stop the misuse of the trademark. According to their website, they operate 16 stores in Pakistan, with 14 located in Lahore and 2 in Islamabad.

Recently, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, known for his explosive statements, entered a new league of gaffes. He was seen inaugurating a fake pizza outlet in Sialkot. The internet has exploded with memes after Pizza Hut Pakistan issued a statement clarifying that they do not have any such outlet at the said location. The food joint informed its customers that “an unauthorised outlet falsely using the Pizza Hut name and branding has recently opened in Sialkot Cantonment.” The statement further mentioned, “This outlet is not associated with Pizza Hut Pakistan, or Yum! Brands. It does not follow Pizza Hut International recipes, quality protocols, food safety and operational standards.” Also read: Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif blames floods on bureaucracy, colleague calls it 'publicity stunt' Pizza Hut Pakistan issues a statement:

<p>The pizza chain has officially filed a complaint with authorities to stop the misuse of the trademark. According to their website, they operate 16 stores in Pakistan, with 14 located in Lahore and 2 in Islamabad.</p>

New day, new gaffe: Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif inaugurates fake pizza store

<p>President Donald Trump, in a press briefing marking one year of his second term as the POTUS, revealed that he once considered renaming the Gulf of Mexico after himself instead of "Gulf of America". He said that he did not go through with it, not because he lacked interest, but because he feared the reaction. Here's what he said.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/air-force-one-makes-sudden-u-turn-while-flying-trump-to-davos-2026-what-happened-all-we-know-minor-electrical-issue-1768968564424"><strong>Trump resumes Davos trip after Air Force One made sudden U-turn while flying him to WEF summit | What happened? All we know</strong></a></p><h2><strong>"I thought I would be killed"</strong></h2><p>Speaking during a long White House press briefing on Tuesday (Jan 20), Trump said the idea crossed his mind more than once. "I was going to call it the Gulf of Trump, but I thought I would be killed if I did that," he said.</p><p>Trump said that even his aides warned him against it. According to him, the staff told him it would not look good, but he disagreed. "I wanted to do it. I wanted to," Trump said, adding that he was eventually persuaded to drop the idea. "My people worked so hard—'Sir, I don't think it’ll look too good,'" said the POTUS. "'I'm telling you, it’s a good thing.' No, but I decided not to do that." He said he chose "Gulf of America" instead.</p><h2><strong>Joking, but not really</strong></h2><p>Soon after, Trump claimed he had been "joking". He said he was not seriously planning to rename the body of water after himself and wanted to avoid negative headlines.</p><p>Still, he did not entirely let it go. "The Gulf of Trump. That does have a good ring, though. Maybe we could do that. It's not too late," he said. He then praised the alternative he landed on. "We have the Gulf of America now. It's great."</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-you-ll-find-out-trump-drops-ominous-hint-on-greenland-ahead-of-davos-2026-1768952799415"><strong>‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026</strong></a></p><h2><strong>A familiar pattern</strong></h2><p>Despite insisting he was joking, Trump has a long history of attaching his name to things. His administration has renamed federal institutions, including the US Institute of Peace and the Kennedy Center, after Trump, a highly controversial move that put a damper on 2025 Christmas celebrations. This does not have Congress's approval, which is required for any official renaming.</p><p>The White House has also rolled out projects carrying the Trump name. These include proposed "Trump Accounts" for children born between 2025 and 2028 and $1 million "Trump Gold Cards" aimed at visa applicants, and even a fleet of "Trump class" battleships.</p><p>An administration official said last week that banks could soon introduce "Trump cards" as part of a push to cap credit card interest rates. Trump's image has also appeared on the America the Beautiful National Parks pass and on a proposed 2026 semiquincentennial $1 coin.</p><h2><strong>Trump reveals why ‘Gulf of Mexico’ bothered him</strong></h2><p>Trump said the name Gulf of Mexico had always "bothered" him. "You know, we have most of the shoreline. Mexico has a small percentage. It talks about 8 per cent. We have 92 per cent. And I said, why? Why is it the Gulf of Mexico? It should be the Gulf of America," he rambled.</p><p>However, his claims are not accurate. In reality, the waters and shoreline are shared almost evenly between the United States and Mexico. Cuba also controls just over five per cent of the Gulf.</p>

Donald Trump revealed he once considered renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of Trump” but dropped the idea fearing backlash. Speaking at a one-year briefing, he said aides warned him off, settling instead on “Gulf of America,” though he joked it’s “not too late.”

President Donald Trump, in a press briefing marking one year of his second term as the POTUS, revealed that he once considered renaming the Gulf of Mexico after himself instead of "Gulf of America". He said that he did not go through with it, not because he lacked interest, but because he feared the reaction. Here's what he said. Also read | Trump resumes Davos trip after Air Force One made sudden U-turn while flying him to WEF summit | What happened? All we know "I thought I would be killed" Speaking during a long White House press briefing on Tuesday (Jan 20), Trump said the idea crossed his mind more than once. "I was going to call it the Gulf of Trump, but I thought I would be killed if I did that," he said. Trump said that even his aides warned him against it. According to him, the staff told him it would not look good, but he disagreed. "I wanted to do it. I wanted to," Trump said, adding that he was eventually persuaded to drop the idea. "My people worked so hard—'Sir, I don't think it’ll look too good,'" said the POTUS. "'I'm telling you, it’s a good thing.' No, but I decided not to do that." He said he chose "Gulf of America" instead. Joking, but not really Soon after, Trump claimed he had been "joking". He said he was not seriously planning to rename the body of water after himself and wanted to avoid negative headlines. Still, he did not entirely let it go. "The Gulf of Trump. That does have a good ring, though. Maybe we could do that. It's not too late," he said. He then praised the alternative he landed on. "We have the Gulf of America now. It's great." Also read | ‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026 A familiar pattern Despite insisting he was joking, Trump has a long history of attaching his name to things. His administration has renamed federal institutions, including the US Institute of Peace and the Kennedy Center, after Trump, a highly controversial move that put a damper on 2025 Christmas celebrations. This does not have Congress's approval, which is required for any official renaming. The White House has also rolled out projects carrying the Trump name. These include proposed "Trump Accounts" for children born between 2025 and 2028 and $1 million "Trump Gold Cards" aimed at visa applicants, and even a fleet of "Trump class" battleships. An administration official said last week that banks could soon introduce "Trump cards" as part of a push to cap credit card interest rates. Trump's image has also appeared on the America the Beautiful National Parks pass and on a proposed 2026 semiquincentennial $1 coin. Trump reveals why ‘Gulf of Mexico’ bothered him Trump said the name Gulf of Mexico had always "bothered" him. "You know, we have most of the shoreline. Mexico has a small percentage. It talks about 8 per cent. We have 92 per cent. And I said, why? Why is it the Gulf of Mexico? It should be the Gulf of America," he rambled. However, his claims are not accurate. In reality, the waters and shoreline are shared almost evenly between the United States and Mexico. Cuba also controls just over five per cent of the Gulf.

<p>Donald Trump revealed he once considered renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of Trump” but dropped the idea fearing backlash. Speaking at a one-year briefing, he said aides warned him off, settling instead on “Gulf of America,” though he joked it’s “not too late.”</p>

'Gulf of Trump had a good ring': Trump reveals wild renaming plan for 'Gulf of Mexico,' says he feared getting killed

<p>Usha Vance is pregnant with her fourth child, a baby boy. Vice President JD Vance and his wife announced the good news on Tuesday (January 20) in an Instagram post. The couple is parents to three kids: Ewan, 8; Vivek, 5; and Mirabel, 4. “We’re very excited to share the news that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child, a boy. Usha and the baby are doing well, and we are all looking forward to welcoming him in late July," the Instagram post read. They thanked the military doctors and staff members for their support."During this exciting and hectic time, we are particularly grateful for the military doctors who take excellent care of our family and for the staff members who do so much to ensure that we can serve the country while enjoying a wonderful life with our children." This is the first time a first vice presidential spouse is pregnant while her husband is in office.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>When JD Vance took office as Vice President last year, Usha became the youngest woman to serve as Second Lady in over 70 years. Jane Hadley Barkley, the wife of Harry Truman’s vice president, Alben Barkley, was 38 years old when he assumed office in 1949. Until a few weeks ago, rumours swirled that the couple was on the verge of divorce after she was seen without her wedding ring. Her spokesperson shut down all such reports, saying, "Usha is a mother of three young children, who does a lot of dishes, gives lots of baths, and forgets her ring sometimes." JD Vance was also slammed for sharing an "intimate hug" with Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, at an October Turning Point USA event. The Vice President broke his silence on the matter in an NBC interview, saying, “Our marriage is as strong as it's ever been, and I think Usha's really taken to it, and it's been kind of cool to see how she's developed and evolved in this new role.”</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/us-elections/who-is-usha-chilukuri-vance-first-hindu-second-lady-of-us-773938"><strong>Who is Usha Chilukuri Vance, first Hindu second lady of US</strong></a></p><h2><strong>JD Vance wants Americans to have more kids</strong></h2><p>JD Vance invited flak when an old interview of his resurfaced during the presidential campaign in which he had termed the Democratic leadership as "a bunch of childless cat ladies." He has often spoken about a "civilisational crisis" and the need to have more children. “Let me say very simply: I want more babies in the United States of America," he said at the 2025 March for Life event. He said that he wants "beautiful young men and women who are eager to welcome them into the world and eager to raise them." In 2021, he proposed that the US should do what Hungary did to motivate people to have more children, and reward newly married couples with loans to start families.&nbsp;</p>

Usha Vance is pregnant and due to welcome her fourth child in July. JD Vance and his wife announced on Tuesday that they are expecting a baby boy. The news has effectively fizzled out rumours that the couple are contemplating separating.

Usha Vance is pregnant with her fourth child, a baby boy. Vice President JD Vance and his wife announced the good news on Tuesday (January 20) in an Instagram post. The couple is parents to three kids: Ewan, 8; Vivek, 5; and Mirabel, 4. “We’re very excited to share the news that Usha is pregnant with our fourth child, a boy. Usha and the baby are doing well, and we are all looking forward to welcoming him in late July," the Instagram post read. They thanked the military doctors and staff members for their support."During this exciting and hectic time, we are particularly grateful for the military doctors who take excellent care of our family and for the staff members who do so much to ensure that we can serve the country while enjoying a wonderful life with our children." This is the first time a first vice presidential spouse is pregnant while her husband is in office. When JD Vance took office as Vice President last year, Usha became the youngest woman to serve as Second Lady in over 70 years. Jane Hadley Barkley, the wife of Harry Truman’s vice president, Alben Barkley, was 38 years old when he assumed office in 1949. Until a few weeks ago, rumours swirled that the couple was on the verge of divorce after she was seen without her wedding ring. Her spokesperson shut down all such reports, saying, "Usha is a mother of three young children, who does a lot of dishes, gives lots of baths, and forgets her ring sometimes." JD Vance was also slammed for sharing an "intimate hug" with Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, at an October Turning Point USA event. The Vice President broke his silence on the matter in an NBC interview, saying, “Our marriage is as strong as it's ever been, and I think Usha's really taken to it, and it's been kind of cool to see how she's developed and evolved in this new role.” Also Read: Who is Usha Chilukuri Vance, first Hindu second lady of US JD Vance wants Americans to have more kids JD Vance invited flak when an old interview of his resurfaced during the presidential campaign in which he had termed the Democratic leadership as "a bunch of childless cat ladies." He has often spoken about a "civilisational crisis" and the need to have more children. “Let me say very simply: I want more babies in the United States of America," he said at the 2025 March for Life event. He said that he wants "beautiful young men and women who are eager to welcome them into the world and eager to raise them." In 2021, he proposed that the US should do what Hungary did to motivate people to have more children, and reward newly married couples with loans to start families.

<p>Usha Vance is pregnant and due to welcome her fourth child in July. JD Vance and his wife announced on Tuesday that they are expecting a baby boy. The news has effectively fizzled out rumours that the couple are contemplating separating.</p>

Usha Vance pregnant with her fourth child, effectively shutting divorce rumours

<p>Donald Trump is aggressively pursuing his plans to take over Greenland, an island that remained out of the news for the majority of its life. But things have changed, and now the world's biggest island is making the biggest headlines today. While Trump says he must have Greenland for the safety of the United States, he might be eyeing something else - its natural resources. This is being seen as one of the reasons for the American president's insistence on gaining control of the territory. However, scientists have found that a major flaw in Greenland could become a hurdle in accessing the minerals and other items stored beneath the ice sheet. Scientists have discovered a hidden layer of sediment, composed of soft dirt and sand, that makes the Greenland ice sheet far less stable. &nbsp;According to the study, this layer has caused the glaciers to melt and break apart since the sheet isn't directly rooted into hard bedrock. Friction is reduced because of the sediment, which happens even more when meltwater seeps downward. Massive ice sheets are unable to withstand this movement, and this results in them crashing into the waters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This makes mining precious rare earth elements and other resources, such as oil, gold, and graphite, extremely difficult. The study, published in Geology, states that the sediment layer makes the process tricky as the ice sheet is already unstable. When it is drilled through to reach the metals and other items, the glaciers could collapse, making it extremely dangerous. According to a 2022 study in The Cryosphere, mining through glaciers requires a stable, frozen bedrock base.&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/do-you-think-greenland-is-bigger-than-india-think-again-australia-1767847361887"><strong>Do you think Greenland is bigger than India? Look again. Here's why the island looks huge</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Why Greenland ice sheet cannot be mined?</strong></h2><p>The sediment layer is not small, further complicating matters. Researchers say that it goes up to 1,000 feet deep in some portions under the Greenland ice sheet. However, in some places it is only about 15 feet deep. It is also a problem for offshore oil rigs as the number of icebergs calving into nearby waters is steadily increasing. A 2024 study in Annals of Glaciology cited similar problems faced in Antarctica, where drilling could not be carried out due to instability.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/war-over-greenland-soon-america-s-arctic-trained-11th-airborne-division-on-standby-as-more-danish-troops-arrive-1768891299602"><strong>War over Greenland soon? America's Arctic-trained 11th airborne division on standby as more Danish troops arrive</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Greenland ice sheet and climate change</strong></h2><p>The thicker portions of the layer are located where the bottom of the ice is warmer and wetter, while the thinner layers are present in colder, frozen zones. Yang warned, "If more meltwater reaches the bed, these sediments may further reduce strength, speed up ice flow, and increase ice loss to the ocean." He added that this means that climate change will prove to be more disastrous in some select areas of Greenland. This sediment layer is also believed to be speeding up the rise of sea levels around the world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-takeover-trump-says-he-feels-no-obligation-to-pursue-peace-after-nobel-snub-1768884641639/embed</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump has been repeatedly calling for control of Greenland, claiming he needs it to keep Russia and China away. On Monday, he said that Denmark can't protect it from Russia and China, and so it should be handed to the US immediately.</p>

Donald Trump wants to take Greenland, and the world is furious. Why would the president of the biggest economy in the world make such aggressive announcements? For the natural resources under the ice sheet? If that is the case, then it might not work out. Here is why.  

Donald Trump is aggressively pursuing his plans to take over Greenland, an island that remained out of the news for the majority of its life. But things have changed, and now the world's biggest island is making the biggest headlines today. While Trump says he must have Greenland for the safety of the United States, he might be eyeing something else - its natural resources. This is being seen as one of the reasons for the American president's insistence on gaining control of the territory. However, scientists have found that a major flaw in Greenland could become a hurdle in accessing the minerals and other items stored beneath the ice sheet. Scientists have discovered a hidden layer of sediment, composed of soft dirt and sand, that makes the Greenland ice sheet far less stable. According to the study, this layer has caused the glaciers to melt and break apart since the sheet isn't directly rooted into hard bedrock. Friction is reduced because of the sediment, which happens even more when meltwater seeps downward. Massive ice sheets are unable to withstand this movement, and this results in them crashing into the waters. This makes mining precious rare earth elements and other resources, such as oil, gold, and graphite, extremely difficult. The study, published in Geology, states that the sediment layer makes the process tricky as the ice sheet is already unstable. When it is drilled through to reach the metals and other items, the glaciers could collapse, making it extremely dangerous. According to a 2022 study in The Cryosphere, mining through glaciers requires a stable, frozen bedrock base. Also Read: Do you think Greenland is bigger than India? Look again. Here's why the island looks huge Why Greenland ice sheet cannot be mined? The sediment layer is not small, further complicating matters. Researchers say that it goes up to 1,000 feet deep in some portions under the Greenland ice sheet. However, in some places it is only about 15 feet deep. It is also a problem for offshore oil rigs as the number of icebergs calving into nearby waters is steadily increasing. A 2024 study in Annals of Glaciology cited similar problems faced in Antarctica, where drilling could not be carried out due to instability. Also Read: War over Greenland soon? America's Arctic-trained 11th airborne division on standby as more Danish troops arrive Greenland ice sheet and climate change The thicker portions of the layer are located where the bottom of the ice is warmer and wetter, while the thinner layers are present in colder, frozen zones. Yang warned, "If more meltwater reaches the bed, these sediments may further reduce strength, speed up ice flow, and increase ice loss to the ocean." He added that this means that climate change will prove to be more disastrous in some select areas of Greenland. This sediment layer is also believed to be speeding up the rise of sea levels around the world. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-takeover-trump-says-he-feels-no-obligation-to-pursue-peace-after-nobel-snub-1768884641639/embed Trump has been repeatedly calling for control of Greenland, claiming he needs it to keep Russia and China away. On Monday, he said that Denmark can't protect it from Russia and China, and so it should be handed to the US immediately.

<p>Donald Trump wants to take Greenland, and the world is furious. Why would the president of the biggest economy in the world make such aggressive announcements? For the natural resources under the ice sheet? If that is the case, then it might not work out. Here is why. &nbsp;</p>

1,000 feet under Greenland's ice sheet, lies something that can dissuade Trump from taking over the island

<p>Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, has accepted the invitation from the United States to join the "Board of Peace" for Gaza as announced by Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.<br>Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised that the UAE's decision reflects the importance of fully implementing President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza, which is critical for the realisation of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. He reaffirmed the UAE's confidence in President Trump's leadership and commitment to global peace, exemplified by the historic Abraham Accords.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-billion-for-peace-confusion-and-panic-as-trump-forces-gaza-peace-board-event-on-davos-2026-1768882863505"><strong>$1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026</strong></a><br>Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed reaffirmed the UAE's readiness to contribute actively to the mission of the Board of Peace, supporting greater cooperation, stability, and prosperity for all, according to UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.<br>Trump has also invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to join the Gaza Board of Peace, describing him as one of several world leaders considered for the initiative.<br>The formation of the Gaza Board of Peace, as part of Phase 2 of the 20-Point Peace Plan to end the conflict in the Middle East, aims to promote stability and oversee post-conflict reconstruction in the Gaza Strip.<br>Responding to questions from reporters during a media gaggle, Trump said that Putin was among those invited to participate in the board, which he claimed would work toward peace and stability in Gaza.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-there-can-be-no-going-back-trump-insists-greenland-is-imperative-after-very-good-call-with-nato-chief-1768888844768"><strong>‘There can be no going back’: Trump insists Greenland is ‘imperative,’ after 'very good' call with NATO chief</strong></a><br>When asked directly whether he had invited President Putin to join the Board of Peace, Trump replied, "Yes, he's one of the people. These are world leaders. And the answer is yes."<br>The Board of Peace was proposed by Trump last September as part of his plan to end the war in Gaza, although the initiative now seems to be aimed at mediating global conflict more broadly.<br>According to a White House statement, the proposed Executive Board members will oversee portfolios critical to Gaza's stabilisation and long-term success. These include governance capacity-building, regional relations, reconstruction, investment attraction, large-scale funding, and capital mobilisation.<br>Prime Minister Modi has been invited by Trump to serve on the Gaza Peace Board.<br>However, countries that commit USD 1 billion would secure permanent seats on the board, while those that do not pay could still join for a three-year term.&nbsp;</p>

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised that the UAE's decision reflects the importance of fully implementing President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza, which is critical for the realisation of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, has accepted the invitation from the United States to join the "Board of Peace" for Gaza as announced by Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised that the UAE's decision reflects the importance of fully implementing President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza, which is critical for the realisation of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people. He reaffirmed the UAE's confidence in President Trump's leadership and commitment to global peace, exemplified by the historic Abraham Accords. Also read | $1 billion for ‘peace’? Confusion and panic as Trump forces Gaza ‘Peace Board’ event on Davos 2026 Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed reaffirmed the UAE's readiness to contribute actively to the mission of the Board of Peace, supporting greater cooperation, stability, and prosperity for all, according to UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Trump has also invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to join the Gaza Board of Peace, describing him as one of several world leaders considered for the initiative. The formation of the Gaza Board of Peace, as part of Phase 2 of the 20-Point Peace Plan to end the conflict in the Middle East, aims to promote stability and oversee post-conflict reconstruction in the Gaza Strip. Responding to questions from reporters during a media gaggle, Trump said that Putin was among those invited to participate in the board, which he claimed would work toward peace and stability in Gaza. Also read | ‘There can be no going back’: Trump insists Greenland is ‘imperative,’ after 'very good' call with NATO chief When asked directly whether he had invited President Putin to join the Board of Peace, Trump replied, "Yes, he's one of the people. These are world leaders. And the answer is yes." The Board of Peace was proposed by Trump last September as part of his plan to end the war in Gaza, although the initiative now seems to be aimed at mediating global conflict more broadly. According to a White House statement, the proposed Executive Board members will oversee portfolios critical to Gaza's stabilisation and long-term success. These include governance capacity-building, regional relations, reconstruction, investment attraction, large-scale funding, and capital mobilisation. Prime Minister Modi has been invited by Trump to serve on the Gaza Peace Board. However, countries that commit USD 1 billion would secure permanent seats on the board, while those that do not pay could still join for a three-year term.

<p>Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed emphasised that the UAE's decision reflects the importance of fully implementing President Donald Trump's 20-point peace plan for Gaza, which is critical for the realisation of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.</p>

UAE backs Trump’s Gaza plan, joins Board of Peace

<p>A late-night commuter train derailment near Barcelona has killed the driver and injured dozens of passengers, adding to growing concern over rail safety in Spain after a separate deadly crash just days earlier. This comes just two days after a deadly rail crash between two high-speed trains near Adamuz in the southern Córdoba province, killing 41 people.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-seizes-seventh-venezuela-linked-oil-tanker-as-trump-quarantine-tightens-1768955378060"><strong>US seizes seventh Venezuela-linked oil tanker as Trump ‘quarantine’ tightens</strong></a></p><h2><strong>The latest Spain train accident</strong></h2><p>The accident occurred around 10:00 pm on Tuesday in Gelida, approximately 40 kilometres west of Barcelona. A commuter service on the busy R4 line derailed while travelling between Gelida and Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, a route used daily by thousands of passengers. The train, as per reports, was travelling between the municipalities of Gelida and Sant Sadurní d’Anoia when it ploughed into the rubble of a collapsed wall on Tuesday (Jan 20).</p><p>Catalonia’s civil protection authorities said the derailment was caused when a retaining wall collapsed onto the train tracks following heavy rainfall in the area. The train struck the rubble, sending at least one carriage off the rails.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-you-ll-find-out-trump-drops-ominous-hint-on-greenland-ahead-of-davos-2026-1768952799415"><strong>‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026</strong></a></p><p>Emergency responders, as per CNN, received 28 calls related to the train accident. They described a chaotic scene in near darkness, with parts of the train twisted and debris scattered across the line. Twenty ambulances from the Medical Emergency System and 38 fire units were sent to the scene. Firefighters secured the area, stabilised the damaged retaining wall and the train itself, and moved the injured out of what they described as the “hot zone” for treatment.</p><h2><strong>One dead, dozens injured</strong></h2><p>Catalonia’s regional government confirmed that the train driver died despite being treated by first responders. At least 37 passengers were injured, most of them lightly, though four were reported to be in serious condition.</p><p>Claudi Gallardo, an inspector with the Catalan fire service, said "there are four seriously injured and one person who has passed away". Gallardo said that all passengers had been evacuated from the train. One person had to be extricated after becoming trapped inside a carriage.<br>&nbsp;</p>

The accident occurred around 10:00 pm on Tuesday in Gelida, approximately 40 kilometres west of Barcelona. 

A late-night commuter train derailment near Barcelona has killed the driver and injured dozens of passengers, adding to growing concern over rail safety in Spain after a separate deadly crash just days earlier. This comes just two days after a deadly rail crash between two high-speed trains near Adamuz in the southern Córdoba province, killing 41 people. Also read | US seizes seventh Venezuela-linked oil tanker as Trump ‘quarantine’ tightens The latest Spain train accident The accident occurred around 10:00 pm on Tuesday in Gelida, approximately 40 kilometres west of Barcelona. A commuter service on the busy R4 line derailed while travelling between Gelida and Sant Sadurní d’Anoia, a route used daily by thousands of passengers. The train, as per reports, was travelling between the municipalities of Gelida and Sant Sadurní d’Anoia when it ploughed into the rubble of a collapsed wall on Tuesday (Jan 20). Catalonia’s civil protection authorities said the derailment was caused when a retaining wall collapsed onto the train tracks following heavy rainfall in the area. The train struck the rubble, sending at least one carriage off the rails. Also read | ‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026 Emergency responders, as per CNN, received 28 calls related to the train accident. They described a chaotic scene in near darkness, with parts of the train twisted and debris scattered across the line. Twenty ambulances from the Medical Emergency System and 38 fire units were sent to the scene. Firefighters secured the area, stabilised the damaged retaining wall and the train itself, and moved the injured out of what they described as the “hot zone” for treatment. One dead, dozens injured Catalonia’s regional government confirmed that the train driver died despite being treated by first responders. At least 37 passengers were injured, most of them lightly, though four were reported to be in serious condition. Claudi Gallardo, an inspector with the Catalan fire service, said "there are four seriously injured and one person who has passed away". Gallardo said that all passengers had been evacuated from the train. One person had to be extricated after becoming trapped inside a carriage.

<p>The accident occurred around 10:00 pm on Tuesday in Gelida, approximately 40 kilometres west of Barcelona.&nbsp;</p>

Train derails near Barcelona after hitting collapsed wall; driver killed, dozens injured

<p>US forces have seized another oil tanker linked to Venezuela, escalating what the Trump administration openly describes as a "blockade" on sanctioned crude exports from the country. US Southern Command said on Tuesday (Jan 20) that American forces boarded and took control of the tanker called 'Motor Vessel Sagitta' in the Caribbean Sea, marking the seventh tanker intercepted under an operation known as Joint Task Force Southern Spear. The effort involves the US military alongside the Department of Homeland Security and the Justice Department.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-you-ll-find-out-trump-drops-ominous-hint-on-greenland-ahead-of-davos-2026-1768952799415"><strong>‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump's quarantine</strong></h2><p>In a post on X, US Southern Command said the latest seizure showed Washington's determination to enforce President Donald Trump's "quarantine" on sanctioned vessels operating in the region. The command said the tanker was apprehended without incident under Operation Southern Spear.</p><p>"The apprehension of another tanker operating in defiance of President Trump’s established quarantine of sanctioned vessels in the Caribbean demonstrates our resolve to ensure that the only oil leaving Venezuela will be oil that is coordinated properly and lawfully", the statement said.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Through <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OpSouthernSpear?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OpSouthernSpear</a>, the <a href="https://twitter.com/DeptofWar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DeptofWar</a> is unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere in partnership with <a href="https://twitter.com/USCG?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@USCG</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/DHSgov?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DHSgov</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/TheJusticeDept?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheJusticeDept</a>.<br><br>This morning, U.S. military forces, in support of the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended… <a href="https://t.co/UPADtiw681">pic.twitter.com/UPADtiw681</a></p>&mdash; U.S. Southern Command (@Southcom) <a href="https://twitter.com/Southcom/status/2013718812424630376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>“As the joint force operates in the Western Hemisphere, we reaffirm that the security of the American people is paramount, demonstrating our commitment to safety and stability. These operations are backed by the full power our elite joint force team deployed in the Caribbean.”</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-you-ll-find-out-trump-drops-ominous-hint-on-greenland-ahead-of-davos-2026-1768952799415"><strong>‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What we know about Motor Vessel Sagitta</strong></h2><p>The Sagitta is a Liberian-flagged tanker, officially registered to and managed by a Hong Kong-based company. According to tracking data cited by the US military, the ship last transmitted its location more than two months ago after leaving the Baltic Sea in northern Europe.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

US forces have seized another Venezuela-linked oil tanker, the Motor Vessel Sagitta, in the Caribbean, the seventh such interception under Operation Southern Spear. The Trump administration says the capture enforces its “quarantine” on sanctioned crude exports.

US forces have seized another oil tanker linked to Venezuela, escalating what the Trump administration openly describes as a "blockade" on sanctioned crude exports from the country. US Southern Command said on Tuesday (Jan 20) that American forces boarded and took control of the tanker called 'Motor Vessel Sagitta' in the Caribbean Sea, marking the seventh tanker intercepted under an operation known as Joint Task Force Southern Spear. The effort involves the US military alongside the Department of Homeland Security and the Justice Department. Also read | ‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026 Trump's quarantine In a post on X, US Southern Command said the latest seizure showed Washington's determination to enforce President Donald Trump's "quarantine" on sanctioned vessels operating in the region. The command said the tanker was apprehended without incident under Operation Southern Spear. "The apprehension of another tanker operating in defiance of President Trump’s established quarantine of sanctioned vessels in the Caribbean demonstrates our resolve to ensure that the only oil leaving Venezuela will be oil that is coordinated properly and lawfully", the statement said.

<p>US forces have seized another Venezuela-linked oil tanker, the Motor Vessel Sagitta, in the Caribbean, the seventh such interception under Operation Southern Spear. The Trump administration says the capture enforces its “quarantine” on sanctioned crude exports.</p>

US seizes seventh Venezuela-linked oil tanker as Trump ‘quarantine’ tightens

<p>US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Jan 20) marked the first anniversary of his return to the White House with a long, meandering news conference that leaned more toward complaint than celebration, and included repeated claims about his peacemaking efforts. But, just hours later, he made some alarming statements on Greenland. Talking to the press, Trump touted a list of 365 achievements for 365 days in office and suggested that his push for Greenland acquisition could move beyond tariffs, adding coyly, "You’ll find out".</p><h2><strong>What did Trump say exactly?</strong></h2><p>Standing before reporters, the 79-year-old POTUS held up a folder he claimed contained a list of 365 achievements since he was sworn in on January 20 last year. While he did not walk the press through them, he offered a sweeping verdict on his own record. "God is very proud of the work I have done," Trump declared.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-there-can-be-no-going-back-trump-insists-greenland-is-imperative-after-very-good-call-with-nato-chief-1768888844768"><strong>Trump insists Greenland is ‘imperative,’ after 'very good' call with NATO chief</strong></a></p><p>Hours later, Trump, who was set to travel to Davos to address world political and business leaders, made it clear that his speech at the WEF meet would double down on one issue in particular, Greenland. "We need it for national security," he said, referring to the Arctic island that is part of NATO ally Denmark. "Things are going to work out pretty well," he added, defending his aggressive moves on the frozen land.</p><p>When pressed on how far he would go to act on repeated threats to take over the territory, Trump dodged the question and instead just said, "You'll find out". He insisted that Greenlanders themselves would ultimately support US control once he spoke to them, despite thousands taking to the streets over the weekend to protest against the idea.</p><p>The US president also delivered a thinly veiled warning that his options are not limited to economic measures. But, hinted that tariffs would remain his preferred tool to pressure allies, even as the Supreme Court considers the legality of some of his trade actions. Tariffs, he insisted, were still his preference.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-make-america-go-away-danes-troll-trump-s-greenland-dream-with-maga-spoof-caps-1768896548971"><strong>‘Make America Go Away’: Danes troll Trump’s Greenland dream with MAGA spoof caps</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Trump not interested in emergency meeting of the G7</strong></h2><p>Trump brushed aside calls from Europe for restraint. Asked about a proposal by French President Emmanuel Macron to convene an emergency meeting of the G7, Trump was blunt. "No," he said. "I wouldn’t do that."</p><p>He also dismissed concerns within NATO, claiming the alliance would be pleased with whatever arrangement he reaches over Greenland, though he offered no details. NATO "is going to be very happy," Trump said.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Trump doubled down on his push to acquire Greenland, calling it vital for US national security. He hinted his options go beyond tariffs, warning “you’ll find out,” brushed off European concerns, and dismissed calls for a G7 meeting.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Jan 20) marked the first anniversary of his return to the White House with a long, meandering news conference that leaned more toward complaint than celebration, and included repeated claims about his peacemaking efforts. But, just hours later, he made some alarming statements on Greenland. Talking to the press, Trump touted a list of 365 achievements for 365 days in office and suggested that his push for Greenland acquisition could move beyond tariffs, adding coyly, "You’ll find out". What did Trump say exactly? Standing before reporters, the 79-year-old POTUS held up a folder he claimed contained a list of 365 achievements since he was sworn in on January 20 last year. While he did not walk the press through them, he offered a sweeping verdict on his own record. "God is very proud of the work I have done," Trump declared. Also read | Trump insists Greenland is ‘imperative,’ after 'very good' call with NATO chief Hours later, Trump, who was set to travel to Davos to address world political and business leaders, made it clear that his speech at the WEF meet would double down on one issue in particular, Greenland. "We need it for national security," he said, referring to the Arctic island that is part of NATO ally Denmark. "Things are going to work out pretty well," he added, defending his aggressive moves on the frozen land. When pressed on how far he would go to act on repeated threats to take over the territory, Trump dodged the question and instead just said, "You'll find out". He insisted that Greenlanders themselves would ultimately support US control once he spoke to them, despite thousands taking to the streets over the weekend to protest against the idea. The US president also delivered a thinly veiled warning that his options are not limited to economic measures. But, hinted that tariffs would remain his preferred tool to pressure allies, even as the Supreme Court considers the legality of some of his trade actions. Tariffs, he insisted, were still his preference. Also read | ‘Make America Go Away’: Danes troll Trump’s Greenland dream with MAGA spoof caps Trump not interested in emergency meeting of the G7 Trump brushed aside calls from Europe for restraint. Asked about a proposal by French President Emmanuel Macron to convene an emergency meeting of the G7, Trump was blunt. "No," he said. "I wouldn’t do that." He also dismissed concerns within NATO, claiming the alliance would be pleased with whatever arrangement he reaches over Greenland, though he offered no details. NATO "is going to be very happy," Trump said.

<p>Trump doubled down on his push to acquire Greenland, calling it vital for US national security. He hinted his options go beyond tariffs, warning “you’ll find out,” brushed off European concerns, and dismissed calls for a G7 meeting.</p>

‘You’ll find out’: Trump drops ominous hint on Greenland ahead of Davos 2026

<p>A day after Brooklyn Beckham’s statement against his parents, David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, went viral, the legendary footballer seemingly addressed the controversy. Brooklyn accussed his parents of harming his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz and alleged that David and Victoria have attempted to control his life. Now, David has seemingly addressed the issue for the first time since Brooklyn's post went viral on Monday.&nbsp;</p><p>The iconic footballer said, "Children are allowed to make mistakes."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What David Beckham said about son Brooklyn’s post</h2><p>David, while speaking to CNBC, said, "They make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes; that is how they learn. So, that's why I try to teach my kids. But you sometimes have to let them make those mistakes as well."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In pics: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/beckham-vs-beckhams-brooklyn-most-shocking-claims-against-victoria-and-david-from-being-called-evil-to-alleged-bribes-1768904791739">Beckham vs Beckhams: Brooklyn most shocking claims against Victoria and David - from being called ‘evil’ to alleged bribes</a></p><h2>What Brooklyn said which stirred controversy</h2><p>On Monday, Brooklyn Beckham, the eldest child of footballer David Beckham and fashion designer Victoria Beckham, wrote an explosive 6-page-long note accusing his mother of inappropriate behaviour on the day of his wedding that left him feeling ‘uncomfortable.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/is-brand-beckham-dead-brooklyn-beckham-accuses-mom-victoria-of-inappropriate-wedding-behaviour-on-instagram-post-1768906647438"><strong>Brooklyn Beckham accuses Victoria of "Inappropriate" behaviour on Instagram post</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He shared that singer Marc Anthony invited him on stage for what was meant to be his first dance with Nicola, but instead, his mother was waiting and danced with him. Brooklyn said the incident left him feeling “uncomfortable and humiliated.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He also alleged that Victoria tried to sabotage his wedding with Peltz. Brooklyn wrote that his mother "cancelled making Nicola's dress in the eleventh hour despite how excited she was to wear her design, forcing her to urgently find a new dress."</p><h2>Old video of the Beckhams resurfaces online&nbsp;</h2><p>An old video from 2023 has recently resurfaced amid the family feud. In the video, Brooklyn is seen pulling his model wife Nicola Peltz for a family photo while she appears uncomfortable. It also shows Victoria Beckham looking elsewhere and disinterested to pose next to her son and daughter-in-law. The video is from the 2023 red carpet premiere of the Netflix documentary series Beckham, as reported by Page Six.</p><h3><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/old-video-of-victoria-beckham-ignoring-son-brooklyn-and-nicola-goes-viral-netizens-say-he-looks-sad-and-anxious-1768923666417">Old video of Victoria Beckham ignoring son Brooklyn and Nicola goes viral: Watch</a></h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Brooklyn has not yet reacted to David's comments.</p>

David Beckham seemingly has addressed his son Brooklyn's bombshell post on Instagram. Brooklyn has accussed his parents of controlling his life and disrespecting his wife Nicola. He has also accused his mother of inappropriate behaviour on his wedding day. 

A day after Brooklyn Beckham’s statement against his parents, David Beckham and Victoria Beckham, went viral, the legendary footballer seemingly addressed the controversy. Brooklyn accussed his parents of harming his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz and alleged that David and Victoria have attempted to control his life. Now, David has seemingly addressed the issue for the first time since Brooklyn's post went viral on Monday. The iconic footballer said, "Children are allowed to make mistakes." What David Beckham said about son Brooklyn’s post David, while speaking to CNBC, said, "They make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes; that is how they learn. So, that's why I try to teach my kids. But you sometimes have to let them make those mistakes as well." In pics: Beckham vs Beckhams: Brooklyn most shocking claims against Victoria and David - from being called ‘evil’ to alleged bribes What Brooklyn said which stirred controversy On Monday, Brooklyn Beckham, the eldest child of footballer David Beckham and fashion designer Victoria Beckham, wrote an explosive 6-page-long note accusing his mother of inappropriate behaviour on the day of his wedding that left him feeling ‘uncomfortable. Also read: Brooklyn Beckham accuses Victoria of "Inappropriate" behaviour on Instagram post He shared that singer Marc Anthony invited him on stage for what was meant to be his first dance with Nicola, but instead, his mother was waiting and danced with him. Brooklyn said the incident left him feeling “uncomfortable and humiliated.” He also alleged that Victoria tried to sabotage his wedding with Peltz. Brooklyn wrote that his mother "cancelled making Nicola's dress in the eleventh hour despite how excited she was to wear her design, forcing her to urgently find a new dress." Old video of the Beckhams resurfaces online An old video from 2023 has recently resurfaced amid the family feud. In the video, Brooklyn is seen pulling his model wife Nicola Peltz for a family photo while she appears uncomfortable. It also shows Victoria Beckham looking elsewhere and disinterested to pose next to her son and daughter-in-law. The video is from the 2023 red carpet premiere of the Netflix documentary series Beckham, as reported by Page Six. Old video of Victoria Beckham ignoring son Brooklyn and Nicola goes viral: Watch Brooklyn has not yet reacted to David's comments.

<p>David Beckham seemingly has addressed his son Brooklyn's bombshell post on Instagram. Brooklyn has accussed his parents of controlling his life and disrespecting his wife Nicola. He has also accused his mother of inappropriate behaviour on his wedding day.&nbsp;</p>

David Beckham breaks silence after son Brooklyn’s bombshell post: ‘Children make mistakes’

<p><i>‘Kuch toh log kahenge, logon ka kaam hai kehna’</i>, a line from RD Burman's song and a common point of reference among <i>desis</i>. It loosely translates to ‘people have an opinion on almost everything’. And now, Pakistan’s&nbsp;Marriyum Aurangzeb, who serves as senior minister in the government of Punjab, has become the topic of discussion online for her transformation. Her photographs from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s son’s wedding are doing the rounds, where she’s looking stunning.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As the visuals went viral, trolls went all guns blazing to mock her transformation and also indulged in unsolicited commentary. But there were many in support of the minister; X users reflected on the society we belong to. If one gains weight, people talk; if one loses, people still talk. The society never fails to make someone conscious of their looks.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>X user, Abdullah Qamarr wrote, “People are hammering Marriyum Aurangazeb for whatever aesthetic procedures she has done one her face, why don’t they remember that they were the same people who mock her or her face (d**** charger).”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added, “Just trying to make the point that we are brutal as a society.”</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">People are hammering <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MaryamAurangzeb?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MaryamAurangzeb</a> for whatever aesthetic procedures she has done one her face, why don’t they remember that they were the same people who mock her or her face (d**** charger). <br><br>[Just trying to make the point that we brutal as a society.] <a href="https://t.co/4TeWQUjl2k">pic.twitter.com/4TeWQUjl2k</a></p>&mdash; Abdullah (@AbdullahQamarr) <a href="https://twitter.com/AbdullahQamarr/status/2013631684512530774?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dr Ahmad Rehan Khan, another X user pointed out how people are hawk-eyed about Marriyum Aurangzeb’s physical transformation, which he said “is nothing short of impressive.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ur" dir="rtl">اس میں برائی کیا ہے اگر انہوں نے اپنا خیال رکھا، جیسا وہ دکھنا چاہتی تھیں ویسا بننے کی کوشش کی <br>ہر وقت عورتوں کے پیچھے ہاتھ دھو کر پڑ جاتے ہیں وہ مرد حضرات جن کی اپنی توندیں باہر نکلی ہوتی ہیں<br>Mariyam aurangzeb is looking pretty please let her live 🙏🙏<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/walima?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#walima</a> <a href="https://t.co/LP9qnFP2Fc">pic.twitter.com/LP9qnFP2Fc</a></p>&mdash; kulsoom jawaid (@political_eye1) <a href="https://twitter.com/political_eye1/status/2012993169345159352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-innovated-portable-washrooms-maryam-nawaz-called-out-by-netizens-for-posting-old-photo-amid-pak-floods-1757076905858"><strong>'Innovated portable washrooms': Maryam Nawaz called out by netizens for posting old photo amid Pak floods</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a world filled with choices, one can choose whatever path they want. Dr Khan further wrote, “Whether achieved through rigorous exercise or medical assistance like GLP-1 medications, the discipline required is immense.” Speaking of his own journey and noting that discipline is key, he added, “​As someone on my own weight loss journey, I know firsthand that obesity is a complex disease, not a character flaw. Instead of resorting to mockery, we should respect the grit it takes to reclaim one's health. It’s a battle fought every single day.”</p><h2>Internet has a human side, take a look</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I don’t understand the hate for self-improvement. 14kg down and glowing! Maryam Aurangzeb looks MashaAllah stunning. Bullying for attention is just a sign of insecurity. Her journey is hers alone. Live and let live,celebrate others&#39; confidence instead of attacking it. <a href="https://t.co/FzsNH6XmuB">pic.twitter.com/FzsNH6XmuB</a></p>&mdash; Bilal Ahmad ™️ (@Bilal_Stories) <a href="https://twitter.com/Bilal_Stories/status/2013228911304339857?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>X user, Bilal Ahmad wrote, “I don’t understand the hate for self-improvement. 14kg down and glowing!”</p>

<p>The internet is not made of trolls alone, but there is another side, that is the human side. People have come out in support of the Pak minister, putting trolls to shame.</p>

As the visuals went viral, trolls went all guns blazing to mock her transformation and also indulged in solicited commentary. But there were many in support of the minister.

‘Kuch toh log kahenge, logon ka kaam hai kehna’, a line from RD Burman's song and a common point of reference among desis. It loosely translates to ‘people have an opinion on almost everything’. And now, Pakistan’s Marriyum Aurangzeb, who serves as senior minister in the government of Punjab, has become the topic of discussion online for her transformation. Her photographs from Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s son’s wedding are doing the rounds, where she’s looking stunning. As the visuals went viral, trolls went all guns blazing to mock her transformation and also indulged in unsolicited commentary. But there were many in support of the minister; X users reflected on the society we belong to. If one gains weight, people talk; if one loses, people still talk. The society never fails to make someone conscious of their looks. X user, Abdullah Qamarr wrote, “People are hammering Marriyum Aurangazeb for whatever aesthetic procedures she has done one her face, why don’t they remember that they were the same people who mock her or her face (d**** charger).” He added, “Just trying to make the point that we are brutal as a society.”

<p>As the visuals went viral, trolls went all guns blazing to mock her transformation and also indulged in solicited commentary. But there were many in support of the minister.</p>

Marriyum Aurangzeb's transformation goes viral; netizens defend Pak minister amid plastic surgery speculation

<p>Using artificial intelligence, economic pressure, and what critics describe as outright intimidation, US President Donald Trump has intensified his drive to redraw global political boundaries, declaring his ambition to take control of Greenland as irreversible. The campaign now blends leaked private messages, AI-crafted propaganda imagery, and sweeping tariff threats. These methods have prompted a senior British political leader to brand Trump an “international gangster,” a striking rebuke from one of America’s closest allies.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Greenland is only part of the picture. Gaza has also been drawn into Trump’s expanding foreign policy agenda.</p><p>In his second term, the former real estate mogul and reality television figure has adopted a far more aggressive posture. This follows Washington’s recent military-backed intervention in Venezuela, which resulted in the removal of President Nicolas Maduro. Trump is now challenging Danish sovereignty over Greenland, while also attempting to reshape European decision-making on Gaza and the broader Middle East. His dispute with French President Emmanuel Macron escalated after Paris signalled it was unlikely to join Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” initiative for Gaza.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite mounting alarm as global leaders convene at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Trump administration has downplayed the fallout. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed international concern as overblown, while Trump himself refused to exclude the use of force to achieve his territorial objectives.</p><h2>Security claims and Nobel frustrations</h2><p>Trump has repeatedly argued that Greenland is vital to US and global security, citing strategic competition with China and Russia. Following discussions with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, he posted online that America’s need for Greenland was beyond debate. In private correspondence to Norway, Trump reportedly linked his frustration over never receiving the Nobel Peace Prize to his hardened stance, suggesting he no longer felt compelled to pursue diplomatic restraint. Although Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, the 2025 Nobel laureate, has symbolically offered her medal to Trump, the Nobel Foundation has clarified that awards cannot be transferred.</p><h2>Digital symbolism and diplomatic breaches</h2><p>Trump has shared AI-generated images depicting himself planting a US flag on Greenland, as well as a reimagined Oval Office map showing Greenland and Canada absorbed into US territory. His repeated remarks about Canada becoming the “51st state” have sparked sharp responses from Ottawa. Breaking diplomatic convention further, Trump publicly released a private text message from President Macron expressing bewilderment over Washington’s Greenland ambitions. French officials confirmed the message’s authenticity, noting it reflected Macron’s public stance.</p><h2>Using tariffs as leverage</h2><p>Trade threats have once again become Trump’s weapon of choice. He announced tariffs ranging from 10% to 25% on imports from eight European countries backing Denmark’s refusal to discuss Greenland’s sale. The measures, due to take effect in February, were explicitly tied to European troop deployments on the island. Similar tactics have appeared in Trump’s dealings with India over its energy ties with Russia and in his confrontation with France. After Macron hesitated over joining the Gaza “Board of Peace,” Trump threatened a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne, dismissing the French leader’s political future.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The proposed board has drawn scrutiny for requiring member states to contribute $1 billion to retain their status beyond three years. Invitations have reportedly been sent to more than 60 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Russia.</p><h2>European backlash builds</h2><p>Reaction in the United Kingdom has been particularly sharp. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey condemned Trump’s approach in Parliament, accusing him of coercion, corruption, and undermining NATO by threatening allied nations with punitive tariffs. Davey argued that Britain’s long-standing strategy of appeasing Trump had failed, warning that the once-vaunted “special relationship” was close to collapse. He said Trump’s actions primarily benefited authoritarian rivals such as Russia’s Vladimir Putin and China’s Xi Jinping.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As Europe braces for the looming tariffs, EU officials are weighing countermeasures worth up to €93 billion. Options include invoking the bloc’s Anti-Coercion Instrument, potentially enabling sanctions, investment restrictions, and limits on access to European digital markets.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has framed the moment as a turning point, calling for a more self-reliant and strategically independent Europe. Meanwhile, United States officials continue to insist the turmoil is overstated. Speaking in Davos, Treasury Secretary Bessent urged allies to remain calm, claiming transatlantic ties had never been stronger.</p>

AI, tariffs and bullying: Trump’s Greenland and Gaza power play draws ‘international gangster’ tag

Using artificial intelligence, economic pressure, and what critics describe as outright intimidation, US President Donald Trump has intensified his drive to redraw global political boundaries, declaring his ambition to take control of Greenland as irreversible. The campaign now blends leaked private messages, AI-crafted propaganda imagery, and sweeping tariff threats. These methods have prompted a senior British political leader to brand Trump an “international gangster,” a striking rebuke from one of America’s closest allies. Greenland is only part of the picture. Gaza has also been drawn into Trump’s expanding foreign policy agenda. In his second term, the former real estate mogul and reality television figure has adopted a far more aggressive posture. This follows Washington’s recent military-backed intervention in Venezuela, which resulted in the removal of President Nicolas Maduro. Trump is now challenging Danish sovereignty over Greenland, while also attempting to reshape European decision-making on Gaza and the broader Middle East. His dispute with French President Emmanuel Macron escalated after Paris signalled it was unlikely to join Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” initiative for Gaza. Despite mounting alarm as global leaders convene at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Trump administration has downplayed the fallout. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed international concern as overblown, while Trump himself refused to exclude the use of force to achieve his territorial objectives. Security claims and Nobel frustrations Trump has repeatedly argued that Greenland is vital to US and global security, citing strategic competition with China and Russia. Following discussions with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, he posted online that America’s need for Greenland was beyond debate. In private correspondence to Norway, Trump reportedly linked his frustration over never receiving the Nobel Peace Prize to his hardened stance, suggesting he no longer felt compelled to pursue diplomatic restraint. Although Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, the 2025 Nobel laureate, has symbolically offered her medal to Trump, the Nobel Foundation has clarified that awards cannot be transferred. Digital symbolism and diplomatic breaches Trump has shared AI-generated images depicting himself planting a US flag on Greenland, as well as a reimagined Oval Office map showing Greenland and Canada absorbed into US territory. His repeated remarks about Canada becoming the “51st state” have sparked sharp responses from Ottawa. Breaking diplomatic convention further, Trump publicly released a private text message from President Macron expressing bewilderment over Washington’s Greenland ambitions. French officials confirmed the message’s authenticity, noting it reflected Macron’s public stance. Using tariffs as leverage Trade threats have once again become Trump’s weapon of choice. He announced tariffs ranging from 10% to 25% on imports from eight European countries backing Denmark’s refusal to discuss Greenland’s sale. The measures, due to take effect in February, were explicitly tied to European troop deployments on the island. Similar tactics have appeared in Trump’s dealings with India over its energy ties with Russia and in his confrontation with France. After Macron hesitated over joining the Gaza “Board of Peace,” Trump threatened a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne, dismissing the French leader’s political future. The proposed board has drawn scrutiny for requiring member states to contribute $1 billion to retain their status beyond three years. Invitations have reportedly been sent to more than 60 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Russia. European backlash builds Reaction in the United Kingdom has been particularly sharp. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey condemned Trump’s approach in Parliament, accusing him of coercion, corruption, and undermining NATO by threatening allied nations with punitive tariffs. Davey argued that Britain’s long-standing strategy of appeasing Trump had failed, warning that the once-vaunted “special relationship” was close to collapse. He said Trump’s actions primarily benefited authoritarian rivals such as Russia’s Vladimir Putin and China’s Xi Jinping. As Europe braces for the looming tariffs, EU officials are weighing countermeasures worth up to €93 billion. Options include invoking the bloc’s Anti-Coercion Instrument, potentially enabling sanctions, investment restrictions, and limits on access to European digital markets. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has framed the moment as a turning point, calling for a more self-reliant and strategically independent Europe. Meanwhile, United States officials continue to insist the turmoil is overstated. Speaking in Davos, Treasury Secretary Bessent urged allies to remain calm, claiming transatlantic ties had never been stronger.

<p>Trump escalates pressure on allies using AI imagery, tariffs, and threats, pushing claims over Greenland and Gaza while Europe prepares a major response</p>

<p>Things are not rosy at the Beckhams. Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, has made fresh allegations against the celebrated couple and stated he does not want to reconcile with them.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Brooklyn and his wife,&nbsp;Nicola Peltz, have been embroiled in a long-standing feud with the celebrated footballer and his fashion designer wife.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now in a six-page statement on his Instagram, Brooklyn has accused his mother of dancing on him inappropriately at this wedding in front of hundreds of guests, leaving him feeling ‘uncomfortable’.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Brooklyn accuses mother, Victoria Beckham, of inappropriate behaviour</h2><p>In a long 6-page note, the 26-year-old Brooklyn accused his mother, Victoria, of making him feel "uncomfortable" by "dancing on him very inappropriately" at his wedding in front of hundreds of guests.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added that he was in no mood to reconcile with his family.</p><p>"My parents have been trying endlessly to ruin my relationship since before my wedding, and it hasn't stopped," he posted.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Unfortunately, my parents and their team have continued to go to the press, leaving me no choice but to speak for myself and tell the truth about only some of the lies that have been printed. I do not want to reconcile with my family. I'm not being controlled, I'm standing up for myself for the first time in my life."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Brooklyn also mentioned that his parents had been controlling his narrative for a long time and that he was done being controlled.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He said his mom "cancelled making Nicola's dress in the eleventh hour" and "attempted to bribe" him into signing away the rights to his name before he got married.</p><p>On his wedding day, Beckham said his mother hijacked his first dance with Nicola and "danced very inappropriately" on him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He recalled, "Marc Anthony called me to the stage, where in the schedule was a planned to be my romantic dance with my wife but instead my mum was waiting to dance with me instead. She danced very inappropriately on me in front of everyone. I've never felt more uncomfortable or humiliated in my entire life."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Brooklyn and Nicola’s strained relationship with the Beckhams</h2><p>Brooklyn married Nicola, an American actress and the daughter of billionaire businessman Nelson Peltz and former model Claudia Heffner Peltz, in 2022.&nbsp;</p><p>The rift between the newlyweds and the senior Beckhams reportedly began in 2022, ahead of the wedding.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his statement on Monday, Brooklyn accused his parents of trying to "endlessly ruin" his relationship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Brooklyn accused his fashion designer mother for trying to derail his wedding.&nbsp;</p><p>Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz-Beckham had been notably absent from family celebrations over the last year, including David’s 50th birthday party in Miami in March, 2025, further birthday celebrations in May and his knighthood in November.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Beckhams also skipped Nicola and Brooklyn’s vow renewal ceremony in August 2025.</p><p>Brooklyn wrote on Monday, "My wife has been consistently disrespected by my family, no matter how hard we've tried to come together as one”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Brooklyn's statement

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>The statement claimed Brooklyn was in the UK for David’s birthday celebrations, but requests to see his dad were ignored and “when he finally agreed to see me, it was under the condition that Nicola wasn't invited”.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I have been silent for years and made every effort to keep these matters private,” Brooklyn wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p> </p><p> </p><p>He mentioned that his parents asked his younger brothers to attack him publicly on social media.</p><p> </p><p>“Even my brothers were sent to attack me on social media, before they ultimately blocked me out of nowhere this last summer.”</p><p> </p><p>In December 2025, it was reported that Brooklyn no longer followed his parents or brothers on social media, nor did they follow him back. Cruz Beckham hit back at tabloid reports that his parents had unfollowed Brooklyn, “My mum and dad would never unfollow their son... Let's get the facts right. They woke up blocked... as did I,” Cruz wrote on his Instagram stories.</p><p> </p><p>Fans noticed that David Beckham did not add any photo of Brooklyn as he rounded up 2025 on Instagram.</p><p> </p><p>Harper, Cruz, and Romeo appear in his 20-picture carousel dedicated to his “incredible wife” and “amazing children”.</p><p> </p><p>On Monday, Brooklyn was the first to address publicly their discord as he posted the note on Instagram. So far David and Victoria Beckham have not reacted to the post or issued any public statement.</p>

Brooklyn Beckham’s Instagram statement about his parents, David and Victoria, has completely upended the "perfect" Beckham image.  Here are the full details on the Beckham family feud, which has been speculated for months and is now out in the public eye. 

Things are not rosy at the Beckhams. Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, has made fresh allegations against the celebrated couple and stated he does not want to reconcile with them. Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz, have been embroiled in a long-standing feud with the celebrated footballer and his fashion designer wife. Now in a six-page statement on his Instagram, Brooklyn has accused his mother of dancing on him inappropriately at this wedding in front of hundreds of guests, leaving him feeling ‘uncomfortable’. Brooklyn accuses mother, Victoria Beckham, of inappropriate behaviour In a long 6-page note, the 26-year-old Brooklyn accused his mother, Victoria, of making him feel "uncomfortable" by "dancing on him very inappropriately" at his wedding in front of hundreds of guests. He added that he was in no mood to reconcile with his family. "My parents have been trying endlessly to ruin my relationship since before my wedding, and it hasn't stopped," he posted. "Unfortunately, my parents and their team have continued to go to the press, leaving me no choice but to speak for myself and tell the truth about only some of the lies that have been printed. I do not want to reconcile with my family. I'm not being controlled, I'm standing up for myself for the first time in my life." Brooklyn also mentioned that his parents had been controlling his narrative for a long time and that he was done being controlled. He said his mom "cancelled making Nicola's dress in the eleventh hour" and "attempted to bribe" him into signing away the rights to his name before he got married. On his wedding day, Beckham said his mother hijacked his first dance with Nicola and "danced very inappropriately" on him. He recalled, "Marc Anthony called me to the stage, where in the schedule was a planned to be my romantic dance with my wife but instead my mum was waiting to dance with me instead. She danced very inappropriately on me in front of everyone. I've never felt more uncomfortable or humiliated in my entire life." Brooklyn and Nicola’s strained relationship with the Beckhams Brooklyn married Nicola, an American actress and the daughter of billionaire businessman Nelson Peltz and former model Claudia Heffner Peltz, in 2022. The rift between the newlyweds and the senior Beckhams reportedly began in 2022, ahead of the wedding. In his statement on Monday, Brooklyn accused his parents of trying to "endlessly ruin" his relationship. Brooklyn accused his fashion designer mother for trying to derail his wedding. Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz-Beckham had been notably absent from family celebrations over the last year, including David’s 50th birthday party in Miami in March, 2025, further birthday celebrations in May and his knighthood in November. The Beckhams also skipped Nicola and Brooklyn’s vow renewal ceremony in August 2025. Brooklyn wrote on Monday, "My wife has been consistently disrespected by my family, no matter how hard we've tried to come together as one”.

<p>Brooklyn Beckham’s Instagram statement about his parents, David and Victoria, has completely upended the "perfect" Beckham image. &nbsp;Here are the full details on the Beckham family feud, which has been speculated for months and is now out in the public eye.&nbsp;</p>

Is Brand Beckham dead? Brooklyn Beckham accuses mom Victoria of 'Inappropriate' wedding behaviour on Instagram post

<p>An American woman reportedly faced sexual harassment while travelling on the Delhi Metro when a teenage boy groped her after she agreed to a photo. In response to the act, the teenager’s mother and sister defended his actions, claiming the boy was simply curious about blondes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The American woman described the incident on her social media post, which was later shared on X by Gaurav Sabnis, an Indian-origin professor at New Jersey's Stevens Institute of Technology. He had warned his former student to remain cautious during her visit to India, especially in Delhi, where she might draw unwanted attention as a white.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"When this former student called me in November for suggestions for her India trip for a friend's wedding, I told her, be on guard for sexual harassment. Especially in Delhi. Here, you're just another blond. There, you'll be a target. Sadly, it came true," Sabnis wrote on his social media platform X, along with a screenshot of her text.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">When this former student called me in November for suggestions for her India trip for a friend&#39;s wedding, I told her, be on guard for sexual harassment. Especially in Delhi. Here, you&#39;re just another blond. There, you&#39;ll be a target. <br><br>Sadly, came true.<br><br>Greatest culture! <a href="https://t.co/LThSNG5p4r">pic.twitter.com/LThSNG5p4r</a></p>&mdash; Gaurav Sabnis (@gauravsabnis) <a href="https://twitter.com/gauravsabnis/status/2012159321119830210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>In the text, the woman described the ordeal and said, “While my colleagues and hosts were great and I had a fun memorable 8 days in India, there was one unfortunate and ugly incident. That just soured my mood so much that I was withdrawn and depressed for a couple of days.” "A teenage boy, maybe 14 or 15, at a Delhi Metro station just ruined it forever. He was with his mom and sister so thought okay why not. He puts an arm on my shoulder. Weird but okay, he's a teenager. And then, professor, he just straight up grabbed my breasts hard and spanked my butt and giggled like he had played a joke. pretty much EXPLODED in anger, grabbing him by the collar and pushing him away. He fell and his mother started getting upset at me saying I was "overreacting". That he had never met a blond lady up close so he got "carried away". What kind of parenting is that? I loved your country and I wish I could say return, but don't think ever will. In fact I'm going to give all of South Asia a pass."</p><h3>Social media react to the post</h3><p>After the woman described ordeal, netizens suggest her to file a complaint for the molestation. They also condemned the family's defense as enabling and victim-blaming. Other netizens as Indians apologized her on behalf of the boy and his family.</p><p>One of the user said,"I know it is an inconvenience, but she should have filed an FIR for sexual harassment."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The next said,"Absolutely shameful,disgusting &amp; embarrassing. &nbsp;I wish the lady had taken the matter further by calling the police. The boy just got away with his atrocious behaviour. &nbsp;My sons are absolute gentlemen with women, what happened to this nutcase? How did he think this was ok??"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"You don’t need to feel sorry for Indian women. We are ashamed of what happened to you, but the country you come from has women who are far more unsafe. More racism, especially towards Indians," another responded.</p>

The American woman described the incident on her social media post, which was later shared on X by Gaurav Sabnis, an Indian-origin professor at New Jersey's Stevens Institute of Technology. He had warned his former student to remain cautious during her visit to India, especially in Delhi.

An American woman reportedly faced sexual harassment while travelling on the Delhi Metro when a teenage boy groped her after she agreed to a photo. In response to the act, the teenager’s mother and sister defended his actions, claiming the boy was simply curious about blondes. The American woman described the incident on her social media post, which was later shared on X by Gaurav Sabnis, an Indian-origin professor at New Jersey's Stevens Institute of Technology. He had warned his former student to remain cautious during her visit to India, especially in Delhi, where she might draw unwanted attention as a white. "When this former student called me in November for suggestions for her India trip for a friend's wedding, I told her, be on guard for sexual harassment. Especially in Delhi. Here, you're just another blond. There, you'll be a target. Sadly, it came true," Sabnis wrote on his social media platform X, along with a screenshot of her text.

<p>The American woman described the incident on her social media post, which was later shared on X by Gaurav Sabnis, an Indian-origin professor at New Jersey's Stevens Institute of Technology. He had warned his former student to remain cautious during her visit to India, especially in Delhi.</p>

'He got carried away': Delhi teen's mother, sister allegedly defend him after he gropes US woman on metro

<p>Russia’s Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula is experiencing the biggest snowfall in 60 years, with vast drifts several metres tall creating unrealistic landscapes, blocking multi-storey buildings, and burying cars. In some regions, more than 2 metres (6.5 feet) of snowfall was recorded in the first half of January, according to the weather monitoring stations. The ‘snow apocalypse’, as the locals are describing it, is the aftermath of a massive snowstorm in the region. Authorities have declared an emergency situation in the region. Meanwhile, officials said that two people have died in Russia’s Far East from snow falling from the roofs of buildings.</p><p>Images and videos of cars completely buried in snow have gone viral on social media. While locals were forced to dig out a path to the entrances of apartment buildings, with snow drifts reaching higher than two or even four floors. Some videos showed tall snow walls around the dug-out roads in the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Some people took it too far and even casually jumped out of their windows, landing in the thick snow blanket, unhurt or just simply sliding down snow drifts.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kamchatka, Russia is so buried in snow right now that people are casually hopping out of windows and landing in snowbanks <br><br> <a href="https://t.co/kijK8Hg6zB">pic.twitter.com/kijK8Hg6zB</a></p>&mdash; Clown World ™ 🤡 (@ClownWorld) <a href="https://twitter.com/ClownWorld/status/2013494335900192890?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Biggest blizzard in Russia in 146 years. Over 5m of snow. <a href="https://t.co/pQOaw5MrNq">pic.twitter.com/pQOaw5MrNq</a></p>&mdash; Nature is Amazing ☘️ (@AMAZlNGNATURE) <a href="https://twitter.com/AMAZlNGNATURE/status/2013280229658185942?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Exoplanet...<br>Kamchatka. After a snow storm, people are sliding down from the fourth floor. <a href="https://t.co/BMGqsNj5wn">pic.twitter.com/BMGqsNj5wn</a></p>&mdash; Black Hole (@konstructivizm) <a href="https://twitter.com/konstructivizm/status/2013184406052307167?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The biggest snowfall in 60 years on Russia&#39;s Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula created vast drifts several meters tall that blocked building entrances and buried cars, according to Reuters visuals and weather monitoring stations <a href="https://t.co/CUtSDGLsdE">https://t.co/CUtSDGLsdE</a> <a href="https://t.co/nyGUrtz3qT">pic.twitter.com/nyGUrtz3qT</a></p>&mdash; Reuters (@Reuters) <a href="https://twitter.com/Reuters/status/2013378434534383880?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>While heavy snow is not uncommon in the region of Kamchatka, a peninsula in Russia’s Far East that stretches down towards Japan, the unusual intensity of the storm has paralysed the region’s major city with relentless snowfall.</p><p>“I was recommended to declare the situation, which has led to rooftop avalanches that resulted in two deaths, a local emergency. I took that decision,” Yevgeny Belyaev, the mayor of the regional capital Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, said on Telegram.</p><p>Meanwhile, the authorities have shut down schools and businesses as the city is forced to switch to remote working due to a massive amount of snow on the roads. Local media outlet Kamchatka-Inform reported that residents were complaining after local stores were running out of essentials like bread, milk and eggs.</p><p>“The difficulties arising are purely logistical in nature and stem from travel restrictions. The deliveries are gradually resuming as roads are cleared,” said the regional government head, Yulia Morozova, as cited by local website Kamchatka Media.</p><p>Russian authorities have blamed housing management companies for not removing the piled snow and ice from rooftops promptly, saying that this has led to deaths.</p>

Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula is buried under its heaviest snowfall in 60 years, with giant drifts swallowing buildings and cars, roads turned into snow tunnels, and viral videos showing locals leaping from windows into deep snow as authorities declare an emergency.

Russia’s Far Eastern Kamchatka Peninsula is experiencing the biggest snowfall in 60 years, with vast drifts several metres tall creating unrealistic landscapes, blocking multi-storey buildings, and burying cars. In some regions, more than 2 metres (6.5 feet) of snowfall was recorded in the first half of January, according to the weather monitoring stations. The ‘snow apocalypse’, as the locals are describing it, is the aftermath of a massive snowstorm in the region. Authorities have declared an emergency situation in the region. Meanwhile, officials said that two people have died in Russia’s Far East from snow falling from the roofs of buildings. Images and videos of cars completely buried in snow have gone viral on social media. While locals were forced to dig out a path to the entrances of apartment buildings, with snow drifts reaching higher than two or even four floors. Some videos showed tall snow walls around the dug-out roads in the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. Some people took it too far and even casually jumped out of their windows, landing in the thick snow blanket, unhurt or just simply sliding down snow drifts.

<p>Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula is buried under its heaviest snowfall in 60 years, with giant drifts swallowing buildings and cars, roads turned into snow tunnels, and viral videos showing locals leaping from windows into deep snow as authorities declare an emergency.</p>

Russia’s ‘snow apocalypse’ takes over social media: Locals jump out of windows, dig out building entrances | WATCH

<p>Scientists say they have found the first experimentally verified instance of cattle using a tool. A cow named Veronika has been recorded using a brush to itch away. The 13-year-old cow curls her tongue around the wooden handle and brings it to her mouth, taking it to various parts of her body while swinging her head, the Washington Post reported. Interestingly, Veronika has never been trained to use a brush or any other tool. This shows that cattle likely possess cognitive abilities that have never been thought about before. The findings were published Monday in the journal Current Biology. Researchers say cattle have been living alongside humans for thousands of years, yet no one has ever shown curiosity about the behaviour and intelligence of cows. Veronika lives in Austria and is owned by Witgar Wiegele, a farmer and baker, who has her as a pet. He says that when she was about four years old, he saw her picking up sticks. He says he was amazed to see her do this.</p><h2><strong>Cow uses tools in different ways</strong></h2><p>The cow also has several other pet-like features, mostly seen in dogs and cats. “She enjoys being petted and having conversations. She recognises my and my mother’s voices from afar and hurries over, calling out to greet us.” Alice Auersperg, a cognitive biologist at the Messerli Research Institute at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, said she received videos of the cow using tools, and she wanted to explore more about her. Auersperg visited the farmer with her colleague, cognitive biologist Antonio J. Osuna-Mascaró. To observe her using a tool, they put a deck brush in front of Veronika. The cow picked it up and scratched herself 76 times. She even readjusted her grip when the brush started to slip away, or she couldn't reach the correct place.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Surprisingly, Veronika also knew that the same tool could be used in different ways. They saw her using the bristled end of the brush to forcefully scratch her upper body, while for the sensitive skin on her udder and belly flap, she used the smooth end for a gentle rub. Humans were long believed to be the only creatures capable of using tools. Later, they saw chimpanzees, elephants, orcas, crows, wolves, octopuses, fish and ants use various tools.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

A cow in Austria has become famous for using tools, in her case, a long-handled brush, to scratch herself. Scientists say this is the first evidence of cattle using tools. Seeing Veronika fit a brush in her mouth has led scientists to wonder what else cattle can do. 

Scientists say they have found the first experimentally verified instance of cattle using a tool. A cow named Veronika has been recorded using a brush to itch away. The 13-year-old cow curls her tongue around the wooden handle and brings it to her mouth, taking it to various parts of her body while swinging her head, the Washington Post reported. Interestingly, Veronika has never been trained to use a brush or any other tool. This shows that cattle likely possess cognitive abilities that have never been thought about before. The findings were published Monday in the journal Current Biology. Researchers say cattle have been living alongside humans for thousands of years, yet no one has ever shown curiosity about the behaviour and intelligence of cows. Veronika lives in Austria and is owned by Witgar Wiegele, a farmer and baker, who has her as a pet. He says that when she was about four years old, he saw her picking up sticks. He says he was amazed to see her do this. Cow uses tools in different ways The cow also has several other pet-like features, mostly seen in dogs and cats. “She enjoys being petted and having conversations. She recognises my and my mother’s voices from afar and hurries over, calling out to greet us.” Alice Auersperg, a cognitive biologist at the Messerli Research Institute at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, said she received videos of the cow using tools, and she wanted to explore more about her. Auersperg visited the farmer with her colleague, cognitive biologist Antonio J. Osuna-Mascaró. To observe her using a tool, they put a deck brush in front of Veronika. The cow picked it up and scratched herself 76 times. She even readjusted her grip when the brush started to slip away, or she couldn't reach the correct place. Surprisingly, Veronika also knew that the same tool could be used in different ways. They saw her using the bristled end of the brush to forcefully scratch her upper body, while for the sensitive skin on her udder and belly flap, she used the smooth end for a gentle rub. Humans were long believed to be the only creatures capable of using tools. Later, they saw chimpanzees, elephants, orcas, crows, wolves, octopuses, fish and ants use various tools.

<p>A cow in Austria has become famous for using tools, in her case, a long-handled brush, to scratch herself. Scientists say this is the first evidence of cattle using tools. Seeing Veronika fit a brush in her mouth has led scientists to wonder what else cattle can do.&nbsp;</p>

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