Trump Pushes to Revive US Mediation in Nile Dam Dispute
US President Donald Trump offers to restart US-led diplomacy to resolve the Nile water-sharing dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.
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Syrian Army Takes Control of Deir Hafer as Kurds Withdraw
On January 17, the Syrian army said it took full control of Deir Hafer after Kurdish forces withdrew, as interim leader Ahmad al-Sharaa formally recognized Kurdish as a national language.
Uganda Army Denies Bobi Wine Abduction as Museveni Leads Vote Count
Uganda’s army denies Bobi Wine’s alleged abduction amid a tense election as Museveni leads vote counting under reports of violence and an internet blackout.
Mexico Shrugs Off U.S. FAA Alert Over ‘Military Activities’
Mexico dismissed a U.S. FAA notice warning airlines to exercise caution over Latin America, affirming its airspace remains safe with no operational changes.
China vs Uzbekistan: AFC U23 Asian Cup Quarterfinal Showdown
The Chinese mainland U23 soccer team takes on Uzbekistan in Jeddah this Saturday in the AFC Under-23 Asian Cup quarterfinal. Can they keep their clean sheet streak?
Wu Yize Storms into Masters Semis with 6-0 Whitewash
On January 16, 2026, Wu Yize thrashed Xiao Guodong 6-0 at the Masters in London to reach the semifinals on his debut.
One Year In: Trump’s Second Term Anniversary
January 20 marks one year since Trump’s second term began. Share your thoughts on his performance and key moments in our questionnaire.
U.S. Flu Season Surges: 18M+ Cases, 230K Hospitalizations
U.S. flu season reports over 18M cases, 230K hospitalizations and 9.3K deaths. A(H3N2) dominates; 32 pediatric deaths with 90% unvaccinated. CDC urges vaccination.
US Carrier Strike Group Heads to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
A U.S. carrier strike group heads to the Middle East as President Trump weighs military action against Iran, stirring global oil and security concerns.
US Pauses Immigrant Visa Decisions for 75 Countries
The U.S. State Department paused final decisions on immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries, including Brazil, Colombia and Uruguay, leaving thousands in limbo.