Cuba Vows to Defend Sovereignty, Calls for Maduro’s Release
Cuba rejects Trump’s oil ultimatum, vows to defend its sovereignty and urges Washington to free Venezuela’s President Maduro.
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Western Cape Wildfires Rage On, Displacing Thousands
On January 11, wildfires in South Africa’s Western Cape damaged homes and forced thousands to evacuate. Some blazes remain out of control while firefighters work to contain the flames.
DPRK Warns of ‘Total Destruction’ as Japan Embraces Neo-Militarism
On Jan. 11, KCNA warned that Japan’s neo-militarism – from security strategy revisions to space combat forces – could bring ‘total destruction’ to the country.
Venezuelan Acting President Urges Trust Amid Political Turmoil
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez calls for trust in Venezuela’s political leadership and national unity after U.S. strikes, as oil negotiations and U.S. diplomatic talks begin.
Fed Chair Powell Faces DOJ Probe Over HQ Renovation
Fed Chair Jerome Powell reveals DOJ subpoenas probing the Fed’s HQ renovation, warning against political pressure on monetary policy while vowing to defend the Fed’s independence.
Truck Plows Into Iran Protest in LA, Injures Two
A truck plowed into an Iran solidarity protest in LA’s Westwood, injuring two on Sunday as tensions flare over weeks of unrest in Iran.
Pezeshkian: US & Israel Fuel Iran Unrest Amid Subsidy Reforms
On Jan. 11, President Pezeshkian accused the United States and Israel of stoking Iran’s unrest as his government pushes major subsidy reforms, while security forces report arrests and casualties.
China Vows Unwavering Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty
China vows unwavering support for Somalia’s sovereignty and unity, opposes “Somaliland” collusion with Taiwan authorities, and plans deeper cooperation under the 2026 China-Africa Year.
Chinese “Archer” UAV Completes First Logistics Flight in Oman
The “Archer” UAV just completed the first Middle East commercial logistics flight in Oman, delivering medical supplies over the Hajar Mountains in under 50 minutes.
How Redlining Shapes Life on Chicago’s South Side
Historic redlining still shapes Chicago’s South Side today, impacting housing, education, and community life decades after the policy ended.