As Russia continues to target Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, thousands have been left without power just as temperatures plummet well below freezing. Any hopes of an end to the war may be premature, with Moscow again putting progress in doubt with its latest comments. Follow below.Wednesday 14 January 2026 16:32, UKEU member states have placed stronger […]
Trump cancels US-Iran meetings, urges protesters to take over institutions – Al Jazeera
Donald Trump declares ‘help is on the way’ for Iranian protesters, again floats ‘very strong actions’ against Tehran.ShareSaveUnited States President Donald Trump says he has cancelled all meetings with Iranian officials and has told protesters to “take over your institutions” amid Tehran’s crackdown.In a social media post on Tuesday, Trump said that “help is on […]
Today in Africa — January 13, 2026: Uganda Under Internet Blackout, African World Cup Fans Face U.S. Travel Ban – OkayAfrica
NEWSEvery day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check out our News page, with stories from across the regions.The indigenous inhabitants of North […]
Immigration agents deploy tear gas, pepper spray in Minneapolis as confrontations with protesters grow – NBC News
news AlertsThere are no new alerts at this timeMINNEAPOLIS — From high school students to elected officials, residents in Minnesota are pushing back against the growing deployment of federal immigration officers in their neighborhoods, leading to days of confrontations and protests.Resident Neph Sudduth stopped to choke back tears as she witnessed immigration officers roaming around […]
Claudette Colvin, US civil rights pioneer, dies at 86 – BBC
Claudette Colvin, US civil rights pioneer, dies at 86 BBC Claudette Colvin, Who Refused to Give Her Bus Seat to a White Woman, Dies at 86 The New York Times Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies NPR Claudette Colvin, unsung civil rights pioneer, dies at 86 The Washington […]