Times of India Digest

Daily News • Wednesday, 4 February 2026

TheBurntPeanut becomes Twitch’s most-watched streamer in January 2026

VTuber TheBurntPeanut has taken Twitch by storm, topping viewership charts in January 2026 with over 11.3 million hours watched. His unique peanut-headed avatar and engaging streams of games like ARC Raiders have propelled him to 1.8 million subscribers, surpassing major streamers and setting a new benchmark for online content creation.

‘Excellent conversation’: Trump, Xi discuss trade, Taiwan, Iran & Ukraine over phone call

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a significant phone call, addressing trade, security, Taiwan, Iran, and the Ukraine war. Trump described the discussion as “excellent” and “thorough,” highlighting potential energy and agricultural deals. Both leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining a stable and positive relationship between the world’s two largest economies.

Tom Homan announces withdrawal of 700 immigration agents in Minnesota

Around 700 federal immigration officers are leaving Minnesota following increased cooperation from state and local authorities, particularly county sheriffs. White House border czar Tom Homan announced the drawdown, citing improved collaboration and a safer environment. This move comes amid protests and fatalities linked to earlier large-scale federal deployments in the state.