Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 334 | Russia-Ukraine war News
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 334rd day, we take a look at the main developments. Here is the situation as it stands on Monday,…
Spotify to announce layoffs as soon as this week: Bloomberg | Labour Rights
Swedish audio streaming giant reportedly planning job cuts after recent layoffs at Apple, Google, Microsoft and Amazon. Spotify Technology, the Swedish audio streaming giant, is…
Russian warship to join drills with China, South Africa | Military News
Russian frigate armed with hypersonic Zircon missiles will participate in joint drills in South Africa in February, TASS says. A Russian warship armed with hypersonic…
Monday 23 January National Heroes’ Day in Cayman Islands
Unlike other National Heroes Days in the Caribbean, the same people aren't celebrated on this day each year. Instead, a committee comprised of public and…
Video goes viral after Cambodia tries to silence popular rapper | Censorship News
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Cambodian rapper Kea Sokun was once jailed for his hard-hitting lyrics, but that did not stop him from forging ahead with…
Germany would not block Poland sending tanks to Ukraine: Minister | Russia-Ukraine war News
Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says Germany ‘would not stand in the way’ if Poland sends Leopard tanks to Ukraine. Germany is ready to authorise Poland…
Erdogan says Turkish elections to be held on May 14 | Elections News
Turkish president announces the date for the country’s presidential and parliamentary polls. Turkey’s president has announced May 14 as the date for the country’s next…
Nigerian Authorities Alert Health Workers On Diphtheria Outbreak
The Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has directed health workers to “maintain a high index of suspicion” for cases of Diphtheria disease.…
The Hamline controversy and the real threat to academic freedom | Opinions
Over the past few weeks, there has been much debate about academic freedom in the United States. It was sparked by the decision of Hamline…
Six songs with euphemistic lyrics that are definitely about drugs and sex
IF the lyrics to any song are even slightly ambiguous, that’s not because the composer was struggling to find rhymes. It’s because they’re about filthy…
Somalia: Several injured in blast near Mogadishu mayor’s office | Al-Shabab News
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, At least five injured in a huge explosion on Sunday that damaged buildings near the mayor’s office in the Somali capital. At…
The Hadejia IDPs: Heartbreak And Hope In A Land Of Strangers
It was a day like any other; the sun shone and birds chirped. Then the sound of gunfire shattered the silence and Rabi knew that…
Explainer: What is behind the recent protests in Israel? | Protests News
EXPLAINERSome 100,000 protesters turned up on Saturday in Tel Aviv, the largest demonstration so far since Netanyahu’s return to power. Some 100,000 protesters turned out…
China rings in Lunar New Year with most COVID rules lifted | Arts and Culture News
People across China have celebrated the start of the Lunar New Year with large family gatherings and visits to temples after the government lifted its…
Chris Hipkins confirmed as New Zealand’s next prime minister | Politics News
New Zealand’s former minister for COVID-19, Chris Hipkins, has been confirmed as the country’s next prime minister. Hipkins got the unanimous support of legislators from…
China says COVID outbreak has infected 80 percent of population | Coronavirus pandemic News
Prominent scientist says Lunar New Year travel rush unlikely to lead to a surge in COVID cases as most people have already been infected. The…
Huge crowds in Israel protest Netanyahu’s legal changes | Benjamin Netanyahu News
More than 100,000 people rally in Tel Aviv for a third week to protest against legal changes that could weaken the Israeli Supreme Court. Tens…
Burkina Faso demands departure of French troops: Report | Politics News
Military-ruled Burkina Faso suspends accord with France, orders troops to leave within a month, reports state media. Burkina Faso’s military government has ordered French troops…
New search of Biden’s home turns up more classified documents | Joe Biden News
Officials in the United States have discovered six more classified documents during a new search of President Joe Biden’s home in Wilmington, Delaware, according to…
Sunday 22 January Plurinational State Foundation Day in Bolivia
In 2005, Evo Morales won the Bolivian general election and became the first President to come from the indigenous population. His inauguration was on January…