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If 2026 were a chess match, critical minerals would be the opening gambit, and both China and the United States are going all out. On January 28, China’s Zijin Mining announced a US$4 billion takeover of Allied Gold’s three African mines. On February 3, Swiss mining giant Glencore entered talks to sell a 40 per cent stake in its Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) copper and cobalt operations to the US-backed Orion Critical Mineral Consortium. Between the two announcements, US Secretary of State...

The biggest challenges that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has to tackle following its recent victory in the general election are the country’s sluggish economy, high inflation and unemployment. Speaking at a webinar, panellists said voters would judge the new government on its ability to create jobs, tame inflation and steady relations with key partners, even as they commended the peaceful election. Zafar Sobhan, editor of Counterpoint, said: “Let us not forget this was a key driver in...

As the search for Nancy Guthrie enters Day 20, some 400 FBI agents and sheriff deputies are canvassing the city of Tucson, while the county's 911 communications center is fielding thousands of tips. NBC’s Liz Kreutz reports for TODAY.

A second American aircraft carrier moved closer to the Middle East Thursday, as President Trump remains noncommittal about whether he'll use force against Iran.

NPR's Michel Martin asks retired Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan, a former Navy commander in the Middle East, about the U.S. military buildup near Iran.

Former Prince Andrew was released from a police station after his stunning arrest on the morning of his 66th birthday after growing revelations about his alleged connections with late sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew has not been charged, but police say he remains under investigation on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Officers also searched his house in Norfolk and his former royal residence near Windsor Castle. NBC’s Raf Sanchez reports for TODAY from Buckingham Palace.

The Football Association charges Cardiff City after the club's fans allegedly aimed homophobic chants at Chelsea.

The U.S. buildup in the Middle East has reached a critical mass that could put pressure on Iran in negotiations. And, Trump unveils big plans for Gaza during the first-ever Board of Peace meeting.

The government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.

The government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.

Police have concluded their search at Wood Farm.

A new AP-NORC poll shows more Americans say extreme cold has affected their lives after frigid weather engulfed much of North America at the beginning of 2026