M6.3 Earthquake Rocks Kuril Islands
A magnitude-6.3 quake hit the Kuril Islands this Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center. Authorities are monitoring aftershocks and assessing any impact.
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Iran Restores International Phone Calls
Iran restored international phone calls on Tuesday, Jan 13, reopening global communication channels for Iranians and the diaspora.
Uganda’s AI Supercomputer Hub Aims to Power Africa’s Future
Uganda is set to launch Africa’s first AI-focused supercomputing hub at the Chinese mainland-constructed Karuma Hydropower Plant, aiming for data sovereignty and local innovation.
Fatah Calls for PA-Led Gaza Governance Amid Fragile Truce
Fatah insists a PA-led committee govern Gaza to secure international backing and prevent a deeper Gaza-West Bank split amid a fragile truce.
EU Offers to Defend Greenland, Warns U.S. Takeover Could Shatter NATO
EU offers to step in and defend Greenland if Denmark asks, warning a U.S. takeover could fracture NATO and strain transatlantic ties.
US State Department Revokes Over 100K Visas in Year of Heightened Scrutiny
Since President Trump took office nearly a year ago, the U.S. State Department has revoked over 100,000 visas amid tightened checks on travelers and students.
Thousands Rally in Iran to Back Government Amid Unrest
On Jan. 12, tens of thousands rallied across Iran in pro-government demonstrations. Officials claim control, accuse the U.S. of fueling unrest after economic protests turned violent.
Doubts Rise Over US Christmas Day Airstrike in Nigeria
After US airstrikes in Nigeria on Christmas Day 2025, officials cite ISIS militants, but experts doubt their presence. What really happened?
CES 2026’s Robot Baristas: Brewing Up the Future of Service
CES 2026 showcased robot baristas like Xbot’s AI brewmasters, serving coffee fast, personalized, and round-the-clock. This tech could redefine how we think about customer service.
5 Cool Tech Finds at CES 2026
From foldable screens to home helper robots, check out 5 of the coolest gadgets we spotted at CES 2026.