Armed conflicts and attacks
Anglophone Crisis
Fifteen people, including eight children, are killed by gunmen in a mass shooting in Ndu, Northwest Region, Cameroon. (AP)
Business and economy
The price of gold reaches an all-time high of US$4,644.56 per ounce, surpassing December's previous peak of $4,383.76. (Royal Mint)
Disasters and accidents
2026 Sikhio train disaster
At least 32 people are killed and 66 others are injured when a construction crane falls onto a passing train in Sikhio district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand. (Sky News) (Reuters)
International relations
Denmark–France relations
French foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot announces that France will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, saying it is a "political signal" that France rejects attempts by the United States to acquire the territory. (AFP via Le Monde)
Travel bans under the Trump administrations
The United States announces it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for 75 countries. Tourist and business visas will not be affected. (AFP via Le Monde)
Law and crime
Sexual deepfake and illegal content generation on X
The Garda Síochána of Ireland confirms that there are 200 active investigations into child sexual abuse material being generated by Grok. (RTÉ)
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