Is Trump Actually Having ‘Very Good’ Talks With Tehran?
The disconnect between the president’s claims and Iran’s denials underscores how little control either side has over the conflict—or its narrative
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The disconnect between the president’s claims and Iran’s denials underscores how little control either side has over the conflict—or its narrative
The Lancet Commission on a Citizen-Centred Health System for India presents a timely and comprehensive assessment of India's health system.1 Although noting India's progress in reducing infant and maternal mortality and increasing life expectancy, the report also highlights persistent gaps in health-care delivery, and identifies that the main challenges are fragmented governance, poorly coordinated delivery, and a system organised around facilities rather than patients. The Commission's equal emphasis on equity and efficiency is also crucial
The prime minister says lifting of travel ban on six MPs and peers vindicates his approach to China, amid criticism
The second day of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia ended after just two hours
Welcome to Carbon Brief’s DeBriefed. An essential guide to the week’s key developments relating to climate. The post DeBriefed 9 January 2026: US to exit global climate treaty; Venezuelan oil ‘uncertainty’; ‘Hardest truth’ for Africa’s energy transition appeared first on Carbon Brief
The firm wants to create a network of "orbital data centres" to power artificial intelligence
Americans are learning that public safety is not a given
IEA may release more oil as the Iran war hits supply, with chief Fatih Birol warning of a severe global energy crisis
Yield on 10-year Treasuries seen dropping below 4% in coming weeks