Updated: Thu, 15 Jan 2026 02:34:50 UTC | Window: 12h
# US Senate Votes Against War Powers Resolution The US Senate voted against a war powers resolution that would have prevented Donald Trump from taking further military action against Venezuela without giving Congress advance notice. Senators Josh Hawley and Todd Young flipped their votes after receiving assurances from the Trump administration.
# Fatal Crash in Sweden A person died in a head-on collision between a truck and a driving school vehicle outside Södertälje, Sweden. The incident is being investigated as gross negligence in traffic and aggravated vehicular manslaughter. The truck driver has been arrested.
# Denmark, Sweden, and Norway Strengthen Military Presence in Greenland Denmark and Sweden are increasing their military presence in Greenland, and Norway has also announced a contribution, sending two personnel as part of ongoing NATO consultations about Arctic security.
# Gaza Peace Talks Advance The United States has launched phase two of a ceasefire initiative in Gaza, shifting focus from ceasefire enforcement to demilitarization and reconstruction. A technocratic Palestinian administration is expected to be established in Gaza.
# Iran Protests Spread Internationally Protests against the Iranian regime have spread internationally, including a demonstration in central Västerås, Sweden, where Iranians and allies expressed concern for loved ones amid escalating unrest.
# Swedbank Cleared by US DOJ The US Department of Justice has dropped its money laundering investigation into Swedbank without taking any action, allowing the bank to put another historical inquiry behind it. However, Swedbank remains under investigation by the New York Department of Financial Services.
# Saks Global Enters Bankruptcy Saks Global has officially filed for bankruptcy following its $2.2 billion debt-fueled acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group in 2024. Unsecured creditors are expected to recover only a fraction of what they are owed.
# US Immigration Policy Update The US State Department announced it will suspend visa processing for nationals from 75 countries who are considered likely to require government assistance upon entry. The policy reflects a broader restriction on immigration tied to self-sufficiency requirements.
# South East Water Faces License Revocation South East Water may lose its operating license after thousands of residents in Kent and Sussex went up to a week without water. UK Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds has called for a regulatory review by Ofwat.
# Finance * Gold (GC=F) reached $4,650 per troy ounce, up 5% YTD amid Venezuela intervention and Iran tensions. * Silver (SI=F) and copper (HG=F) also hit new highs. * XRP rose 3% after Ripple secured EMI license in Luxembourg. * S&P 500 headed for worst day since mid-December; tech led decline. * Saks Global bankruptcy filing leaves unsecured creditors with limited recovery prospects.
# Technology & Software * Google intensifies AI competition with OpenAI, directly challenging Apple. * Expedia invests in AI to improve workforce productivity and customer travel experience. * X's safety account said that no users will be able to create sexualized images of real people using Grok. * SoundHound AI has a lot of growth opportunities despite apparent risks.