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This week in whoppers: Tim Walz insults memory of Anne Frank, Edward Norton demands violent revolution, and more Holocaust

This week in whoppers: Tim Walz insults memory of Anne Frank, Edward Norton demands violent revolution, and more

Minn. Gov Tim Walz compared ICE arresting illegal immigrants in his state to the Nazis murdering Anne Frank in the Holocaust. NY Post composite / istock/ Getty Images Diary of disturbing disinformation and dangerous delusions This comparison: “Many of us grew up reading that story of Anne Frank. Somebody’s going…
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January 29, 2026
Pierre Poilievre: The most successful unsuccessful leader in Canadian politics? VR

Pierre Poilievre: The most successful unsuccessful leader in Canadian politics?

Nine months after falling definitively short in the 2025 federal election, Pierre Poilievre faced a mandatory leadership review at this weekend’s Conservative Party convention — and passed it with flying colours. Almost 90 per cent of Conservative Party members voted for him to remain as leader. That support extends to…
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January 29, 2026
‘I’m homeless and in need of N25m for brain tumour surgery’ — Halima Abubakar cries for help Homeless

‘I’m homeless and in need of N25m for brain tumour surgery’ — Halima Abubakar cries for help

Halima Abubakar, the Nigerian actress, has once again appealed for financial assistance to fund brain tumour surgery. In a recent  live session , Halima opened up about her brain tumour diagnosis and subsequent eviction that has left her “homeless and desperate”. The film star revealed that she depleted her resources…
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January 29, 2026
Transfer of technology? VR

Transfer of technology?

This article examines how President Trump's recent actions mirror Israeli tactics, particularly in the context of international sovereignty and justice. It draws parallels between the kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro and historical events involving Israel, highlighting the complexities of international US President Donald Trump’s latest manoeuvres show signs of his learning…
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January 29, 2026
Australia news LIVE: Ley holds on to leadership as rivals fail to reach agreement on who should challenge; Trump asks Putin to temporarily halt Kyiv bombing Putin

Australia news LIVE: Ley holds on to leadership as rivals fail to reach agreement on who should challenge; Trump asks Putin to temporarily halt Kyiv bombing

Key Posts 5.45pm on Jan 30, 2026 What we covered today By Rachael Ward Thanks for reading the national news blog. This is where we’ll leave today’s coverage but we will be back with more live news coverage on Monday. Here’s a look back at the day’s major stories: Liberal…
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January 29, 2026