THE DAILY CHRONICLE

Monday, January 12, 2026 (UTC) | 00:00 UTC
"Iran's blackout protests, Trump's 2020 regrets and rising oil define a tense day for global politics and markets."
WORLD
tense
Iran's blackout protests and Israel's border fights dominate, while Trump threatens Cuba and Gaza's buffer zone quietly shifts.
US
anxious
Trump uses a sprawling interview to air grievances on race and 2020 as ICE killings, protests and federal crackdowns fuel tension.
BUSINESS
cautious
Markets track US gains as oil climbs on Iran risk, airlines consolidate and bond traders bet on softer growth and lower rates.
SCIENCE
curious
Scientists describe a new giant anaconda species, with a Will Smith documentary shoot unexpectedly aiding the discovery.
CULTURE
reflective
Golden Globes launch awards season amid spectacle as artists honor the legacy of Grateful Dead icon Bob Weir.
SPORTS
charged
Josh Allen leads a bloodied Bills to a playoff win, while the 49ers lose George Kittle and Marcus Freeman faces disputed claims.