Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Tuesday firmly denied claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that Ethiopia’s new mega-dam was financed by the United States. The $4-billion Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), which straddles a tributary of the River Nile, is set to generate 5,150 megawatts of…
Tehran/Washington – In a pivotal shift, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, opening a new chapter in the fraught relationship between the two nations. The move comes as U.S. President Donald Trump expresses hope for a deal while simultaneously threatening military…
Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against comedian Trevor Noah, host of the 68th Grammy Awards, after Noah made a pointed joke linking the president to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during Sunday night’s ceremony. The Grammy Quip After congratulating Billie Eilish for winning Song of…
Washington, D.C. – A top US prosecutor has signaled that authorities will not bring any further charges following the release of millions of new documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a case that continues to draw in world-famous names and fuel public debate. Prosecutor’s Statement Speaking on CNN’s…
Pretoria, South Africa – Diplomatic relations between South Africa and Israel took a dramatic turn on Friday, January 30, 2026, as South Africa expelled Israel’s chargé d’affaires, Ariel Seidman, citing “unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practices.” Seidman was declared persona non grata and given 72 hours to leave the…
Maiduguri, Nigeria – At least 25 people were killed on Thursday when suspected Boko Haram militants attacked Sabon Gari town in northeastern Nigeria’s Borno State, relatives of victims confirmed. The assault marks the deadliest reported Islamist attack since U.S. President Donald Trump ordered air strikes against terrorist targets on Christmas…
Johannesburg, South Africa – South Africa’s leading cinema chains have abruptly withdrawn the documentary “Melania”, centered on US First Lady Melania Trump, just days before its scheduled international release. The film, which was set to premiere on January 30, was removed from listings on both Nu Metro and Ster Kinekor…
New York/Washington – The U.S. dollar edged up slightly on Thursday but remained close to multi-year lows, as a mildly hawkish Federal Reserve stance provided little support amid persistent concerns over U.S. policy. The greenback ended last week with its steepest fall since April 2025, as investors grew increasingly nervous…
Washington, D.C. – United States President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks against Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, reigniting political tensions and sparking fresh debate over immigration, wealth, and community relations. Trump’s Claims on Social Media In a Truth Social post on Monday, Trump suggested that the Department of…
Zurich, Switzerland – Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has publicly backed calls for fans to boycott World Cup matches in the United States, citing concerns over the conduct of President Donald Trump and his administration both domestically and internationally. Blatter, who led FIFA from 1998 to 2015 before resigning amid…