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New animal species that survived mass extinction event a half billion years ago Hunan, China — Scientists have unearthed an extraordinary treasure trove of fossils in a small quarry in southern China, revealing 91…
January 30, 2026 — In a dramatic development in the nearly four-year conflict between Russia and Ukraine, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on January 29, 2026 that Russian President Vladimir Putin had agreed to…
January 29–30, 2026 — WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a high-stakes, last-minute effort to avert a partial U.S. government shutdown, Republicans and Democrats have struck a bipartisan funding package deal, President Donald Trump…
The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) on Thursday, January 29, 2026, arrested Barafinda Sekikubo Fred, Mazimpaka Patrick, and Nkeramihigo Japhet over allegations of spreading false information likely to cause public…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopian Airlines has suspended all scheduled flights between the capital Addis Ababa and airports in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, as fresh clashes erupt between federal forces and Tigrayan fighters, raising…
On 28 th January 2026 in London- UK it was a milestone moment for Anglicanism as Dame Sarah Mullally was been officially confirmed as the first ever woman to lead the Church of England, the mother church of the global…
Charles Victor Thompson Huntsville, Texas — Charles Victor Thompson, 55, became the first person executed in the United States this year on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, following the rejection of his final appeals by…
According to resolutions of the Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday 28 th January 2026 chaired by H.E President Paul Kagame, the National Umushyikirano Council is back and will take place on 5 th and 6 th February this…
On January 29, 2026, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing in a highly anticipated bid to reset and deepen relations between the United Kingdom and China after years of…
Washington — Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, defending the U.S. military operation that ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro…
U.S. President Donald Trump on January 28, 2026 issued a stark warning to Iran, urging Tehran to return to negotiations on a nuclear agreement or face a military response “far worse” than last year’s strikes on its…
In 2023, Hollywood actor and former professional wrestler Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson stepped in to support Zimbabwean UFC fighter Themba Gorimbo, buying him a home after learning about the athlete’s financial struggles.…
A political alarm has emerged in Europe as senior officials in Germany publicly suggest that the nation should seriously consider boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, due to escalating tensions with the United States…
A massive and potentially historic winter storm has swept across North America, leaving at least 29 people dead and plunging more than 500,000 households into darkness as extreme cold continues to grip large parts of…
January 27, 2026 — Hamas is pushing to retain a role for its police force in Gaza as preparations begin for sensitive talks on the group’s possible disarmament, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The…
On January 27, 2026, India and the European Union announced the conclusion of nearly two decades of negotiations on a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA), hailed by leaders as transformative for global commerce. Indian…
The security situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo experienced a serious setback on Monday after fighters from the M23 rebel group entered parts of Goma. The incident caused fear among residents and…
Australians across the country marked Australia Day on 26 January 2026 with a mix of official ceremonies, community celebrations, and moments of national reflection, as events took place in all states and territories.…
January 26, 2026 — The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into Elon Musk’s social-media company X and its AI chatbot Grok, following widespread concerns that the tool has been used to generate…
Taiwan’s government announced on January 26, 2026, that it is closely tracking what it describes as “abnormal” changes in China’s military leadership after authorities in Beijing placed one of the People’s Liberation…
A powerful winter storm has swept across large parts of the United States, leaving a trail of destruction, disruption, and heartbreak. At least seven people have died, and around 800,000 homes and businesses remain…
On January 24, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Canada, threatening to impose a 100 % tariff on all Canadian goods entering the United States if Ottawa completes a new trade deal with China.…
U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly launched Board of Peace has triggered widespread international debate, with criticism focusing on both its structure and the controversial leaders linked to it. The invite-only body…
Sydney, Australia January 24, 2026: A 12-year-old boy, Nico Antic, has died in hospital from injuries sustained in a shark attack in Sydney Harbour, his family confirmed on Saturday. The incident occurred on Sunday,…