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56.00

Power outage halts Tokyo trains, disrupting thousands of riders

January 15, 2026

A major power outage halts East Japan Railway lines, disrupting commuter travel.

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58.00

Coinbase CEO says crypto vote could be postponed after late cancellation

January 15, 2026

A major crypto bill vote faces postponement after an 11th hour cancellation; regulators and banks remain at odds over reward provisions.

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52.00

OpenAI warns investors that Musk may push deliberately outlandish claims before trial

January 15, 2026

OpenAI tells investors that Elon Musk is expected to make sensational claims ahead of an April trial.

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75.00

Greece acquits 24 aid workers over Lesbos refugee rescue operations

January 15, 2026

A Greek court on Lesbos acquits 24 aid workers who had faced prison terms on charges of people smuggling linked to refugee rescue work.

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64.00

Asia markets mixed as US rally persists; chips in focus after US-Taiwan deal

January 15, 2026

Markets in Asia traded mixed as investors weighed a Wall Street rally and a deal affecting chip shares related to Taiwan.

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70.00

Wikipedia parent partners with Amazon, Meta and Perplexity on AI access

January 15, 2026

Wikimedia announced paid agreements with Amazon, Meta and Perplexity to provide access to Wikipedia data for AI models.

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68.00

US-Taiwan reach deal to cut tariffs and boost investments

January 15, 2026

The United States and Taiwan reached a deal to reduce tariffs on Taiwanese goods to 15%, from 20%, and to expand Taiwanese investment in the United States.

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58.00

Mother of Elon Musk’s son sues over Grok-generated explicit images

January 15, 2026

Ashley St Clair files a New York lawsuit against xAI, alleging Grok generated explicit images including an alleged underage depiction.

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42.00

US forces seize sixth oil tanker linked to Venezuela

January 15, 2026

The Coast Guard boarded and seized the Russian-flagged tanker Veronica in a pre-dawn operation tied to Venezuela sanctions.

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55.00

Italian court closes fraud case against Chiara Ferragni

January 15, 2026

An Italian court drops the fraud case against influencer Chiara Ferragni over sales of a limited-edition Christmas cake marketed as cancer-support.

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40.00

Gulf states and Turkey warn Trump against strikes on Iran, citing risk of major conflict

January 15, 2026

Arab security partners warn that military action against Iran could trigger a broader regional confrontation.

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55.00

US says it pressured Taiwan into a $250 billion pledge to US chipmaking

January 15, 2026

The deal signals intensified tech competition and affects cross-strait economic dynamics.

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60.00

Cloudflare buys AI data marketplace Human Native to enable paid data use in AI models

January 15, 2026

The acquisition expands data access for AI developers and enables compensation for data providers.

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50.00

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac IPO plans in flux as administration pushes affordability

January 15, 2026

There is no firm plan or timeline for taking the mortgage giants public, despite earlier signals.

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55.00

European troops deployed to Greenland amid US claims on the island

January 15, 2026

European forces are deployed to Greenland as the United States presses a claim on the territory.

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74.00

Taiwan to invest $250 billion in U.S. chipmaking under new deal

January 15, 2026

The U.S. and Taiwan reach a trade agreement to expand chip production in the United States, including new U.S. chip factories, per Commerce Department.

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60.00

Gulf states and Turkey urge Trump not to strike Iran

January 15, 2026

Gulf states and Turkey urge the United States against launching strikes on Iran.

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60.00

Maduro case judge, 92, faces long proceedings; observers watch for stamina

January 15, 2026

Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein, aged 92, presides over the Maduro case; observers will watch for stamina as proceedings continue.

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70.00

OpenAI safety lead departs for Anthropic amid AI-safety competition

January 15, 2026

OpenAI's head of safety research departs to join Anthropic, highlighting competition for AI-safety expertise amid policy and industry scrutiny.

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68.00

Israel wary of intervening in Iran amid protests and regime stability

January 15, 2026

Israel is unlikely to intervene to precipitate regime change in Iran, seeing the government as far from collapse and protests insufficient.

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55.00

Trump outlines health-care proposals focusing on HSAs, Congress to decide subsidies

January 15, 2026

Trump outlines health-care proposals, prioritizing health-savings accounts and market changes while leaving subsidies to Congress.

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65.00

X to disable Grok tool in areas after backlash over sexualized images

January 15, 2026

X will disable Grok’s image-generation tool in certain regions following public backlash. Regulators are pressing for tighter controls on AI image tools.

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62.00

Buffett heirs outline plan to give away more than $150 billion

January 15, 2026

The Buffett family describes priorities for philanthropy and large-scale giving.

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68.00

Wikipedia signs paid AI-training deals with Microsoft, Meta and Amazon

January 15, 2026

Wikimedia Enterprise inks paid agreements with Microsoft, Meta and Amazon to train AI using Wikipedia data.

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55.00

NBCUniversal shifts toward sports ahead of major live-event push

January 15, 2026

NBCUniversal reframes its strategy around live sports and major events.

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65.00

Coinbase asserts influence in Washington as crypto regulation looms

January 15, 2026

The Coinbase leadership signals clout as lawmakers discuss crypto regulation and policy.

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60.00

US cuts health aid to Africa tied to funding pledges

January 15, 2026

The US signs health funding commitments with African governments linked to policy pledges.

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62.00

X restricts Grok image generation following regulatory concerns in the US and Europe

January 15, 2026

Musk's X imposes limits on Grok's ability to generate explicit images as regulators raise concerns.

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58.00

Greenland: New Arctic shipping routes open as ice retreats and mineral potential grows

January 15, 2026

Arctic shipping routes around Greenland expand as ice retreat allows access; mineral wealth is noted as a strategic factor.

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50.00

US Marines seize oil tanker Veronica amid Venezuela sanctions

January 15, 2026

US forces boarded the Veronica crude carrier in a pre-dawn operation under sanctions against Venezuela.

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48.00

US to impose 25% tariff on AI chip sales to China

January 15, 2026

The United States plans a 25% tariff on AMD and Nvidia AI chips sold to China as part of export controls.

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52.00

RAM price hikes: global memory shortage persists as suppliers push prices up

January 15, 2026

Global memory makers raise RAM prices amid ongoing supply constraints affecting tech and AI industries.

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51.00

Fed's Goolsbee warns inflation could rebound if central-bank independence erodes

January 15, 2026

Federal Reserve official says compromising the independence of the central bank could threaten price stability.

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60.00

Venezuela's Cabello faces U.S. drug-trafficking charges amid leadership transition

January 15, 2026

U.S. prosecutors charge Diosdado Cabello, Venezuela’s interior minister, with drug trafficking and link him to domestic repression, signaling upheaval around a leadership transition.

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66.00

Trump imposes 25% tariff on Nvidia AI chips under national security order

January 15, 2026

A 25% tariff targets high-end AI semiconductors, with exemptions for data centers and consumers, part of a broader push to boost domestic chip production.

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58.00

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey draft defence pact after talks

January 15, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey have prepared a draft defence agreement after months of talks.

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55.00

Five takeaways from crunch White House talks on Greenland’s future

January 15, 2026

The talks yielded several key takeaways on Greenland’s future, with no immediate resolution announced.

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55.00

Canada signals shift in Beijing relations after Carney talks

January 15, 2026

Prime Minister Carney signals a new approach to Canada–China relations during talks in Beijing.

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65.00

'Get Grok Gone': groups urge Apple and Google to block Grok from app stores

January 15, 2026

A coalition of advocacy groups calls for Grok AI to be removed from Apple and Google's app stores amid nonconsensual deepfake concerns.

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58.00

Greenlanders face uncertainty after Washington meeting ends without agreement

January 15, 2026

A high-level Washington meeting ended without a clear path forward, leaving Greenlanders uncertain about the island's future.

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60.00

Chinese-linked hackers target US officials with Venezuela-themed malware

January 15, 2026

A Chinese-linked cyberespionage group used Venezuela-themed phishing emails to target U.S. government and policy officials.

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60.00

Iran judiciary says protester Erfan Soltani was not sentenced to death

January 15, 2026

Iran's judiciary says protester Erfan Soltani was not sentenced to death, following international concern over protests.

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62.00

Uganda's 2026 presidential election pits Museveni against Bobi Wine

January 15, 2026

The race for Uganda's presidency features long-time incumbent Yoweri Museveni facing challenger Bobi Wine ahead of voting.

ugandaelectionafrica
58.00

Philippines waives visa requirements for Chinese visitors to boost tourism

January 15, 2026

Visa-free entry for up to two weeks will take effect on June 16 to promote tourism, the government says.

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66.00

Ford and GM pursue new business lines as Tesla looms large

January 15, 2026

Major automakers expand into battery and software ventures as traditional car sales struggle, reshaping the auto industry.

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50.00

European defense chiefs head to Greenland amid ongoing US ambitions

January 15, 2026

European defense chiefs travel to Greenland as discussions continue over the island’s future and US interests.

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62.00

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Translate, rival to Google Translate

January 15, 2026

ChatGPT Translate is a standalone tool supporting more than 50 languages, positioning OpenAI against Google Translate.

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44.00

Turkey says military option in Syria could be used against Kurdish forces

January 15, 2026

Turkish officials say the use of force in Syria could be an option after clashes with Kurdish fighters.

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62.00

Oil prices slide after Trump says 'killing has stopped' in Iran

January 15, 2026

Oil prices drop about 3% following Trump's remarks on Iran, reflecting market sensitivity to Middle East tensions.

oilmarketsiranusageopolitics
58.00

Iran denies death sentence for protester Erfan Soltani

January 15, 2026

Iran's judiciary denies reports of a death sentence for protester Erfan Soltani.

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60.00

Philippines to ban Musk's Grok AI on Jan 15 over sexualised deepfakes

January 15, 2026

The Philippines will block access to Grok AI on Jan 15 due to concerns about sexualised deepfakes.

airegulationphilippinesprivacy
52.00

NATO deploys to Greenland after tense talks with US and Denmark

January 15, 2026

NATO announces a joint deployment to Greenland following tense discussions among the US, Denmark, and Greenland representatives.

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66.00

Tech giants fund Wikimedia Enterprise to secure Wikipedia access

January 15, 2026

Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon join Wikimedia in paid agreements to support Wikimedia Enterprise and broaden access to Wikipedia and related projects.

wikipediadigital_infratecheducationopen_knowledge
48.00

Methanol poisoning prompts recall of hand sanitizer in Australia

January 15, 2026

The ACCC recalls Dr Schwartz Hand Sanitiser after it was found to contain high methanol levels; one hospitalisation reported.

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58.00

Japan opposition parties form a new centrist coalition

January 15, 2026

The CDP and Komeito announce plans to establish a centrist party to present a united front against the ruling bloc.

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50.00

British diplomat expelled from Russia over alleged spy affiliation

January 15, 2026

Russia orders a British diplomat to leave the country within two weeks after alleging ties to the British secret service.

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44.00

Russia-India labour deal draws concerns over migrant workers’ rights and safety

January 15, 2026

A bilateral labour agreement attracts scrutiny over protections for Indian workers abroad.

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44.00

UK sports piracy surges to 3.6 billion illegal streams

January 15, 2026

A new report finds Britain’s illegal streams of sports events total 3.6 billion, with ads for black-market bookmakers commonplace.

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58.00

France convenes emergency defence council as Greenland tensions escalate

January 15, 2026

The Elysée convenes an urgent defence council as tensions surrounding Greenland surface and French troops are deployed to Nuuk.

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60.00

X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash

January 15, 2026

X plans restrictions on Grok AI’s ability to undress images of real people following public backlash.

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38.00

Thailand suffers another construction accident days after rail disaster

January 15, 2026

Thailand reports another construction accident days after a rail tragedy that killed 32 people.

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50.00

Russian advances in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia; Ukraine to declare energy emergency

January 15, 2026

The Russian army continues its offensive against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure; Zelensky will declare a state of emergency for the energy sector.

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60.00

European markets set for higher open as Greenland and Iran headlines weigh

January 15, 2026

European stocks are expected to rise at the open as traders digest Greenland and Iran developments.

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60.00

Amazon launches European Sovereign Cloud

January 15, 2026

The sovereign cloud will be physically and logically separated from existing AWS regions, and will support expansion.

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60.00

UK economy grows 0.3% in November, surprising economists

January 15, 2026

ONS data show GDP rose 0.3% in November, signaling modest momentum amid economic uncertainty.

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50.00

TSMC Q4 profit rises on AI chip demand

January 15, 2026

TSMC reports higher quarterly profit as AI-driven chip orders sustain growth.

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45.00

Flash flooding hits Victoria’s Great Ocean Road

January 15, 2026

Emergency warnings issued as heavy rainfall triggers flash floods along Victoria’s coast.

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60.00

Japan and Philippines sign new security pacts as regional tensions rise

January 15, 2026

The security deals enable exchanges of supplies and services between their militaries amid rising regional pressures.

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55.00

U.S. freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries

January 15, 2026

The administration indefinitely halts immigrant visa processing for 75 nations, affecting international mobility for families and workers.

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42.00

Former Iceland president warns of monumental fallout if Greenland is seized

January 15, 2026

Olafur Grimsson says a US attempt to seize Greenland would have monumental consequences amid rising tensions.

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46.00

Taiwan arms deals await Congressional notification as US plans more sales

January 15, 2026

Several US arms sales to Taiwan are in the pipeline; four deals remain to be notified to Congress.

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60.00

China and Canada move to reset ties as Carney visits Washington

January 15, 2026

Diplomatic ties are being reset with high-level discussions planned during Carney's visit.

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44.00

Ugandans prepare to vote as Museveni seeks another decade amid violence

January 15, 2026

Uganda gears up for elections amid reports of violence and restrictions on rights groups and internet access.

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45.00

Nepal’s oldest party splits ahead of post-protest polls

January 15, 2026

A split within Nepal’s oldest party adds uncertainty to the political environment ahead of polls.

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58.00

IMF chief Georgieva arrives in Kyiv for talks ahead of Ukraine anniversary

January 15, 2026

Kristalina Georgieva arrived in Kyiv for high-level discussions as Ukraine prepares for the anniversary of Russia’s invasion.

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65.00

James Luckey-Lange among Americans freed in Venezuela

January 15, 2026

James Luckey-Lange is among Americans released from Venezuela’s prison system.

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35.00

Federal agent shoots immigrant in Minneapolis, DHS confirms

January 15, 2026

A federal immigration agent shoots an immigrant in Minneapolis during an enforcement action, according to DHS.

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60.00

Indonesian forces rescue 18 Freeport workers from rebel siege in Papua

January 15, 2026

Indonesian security forces rescue 18 Freeport workers from a rebel siege in Papua.

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30.00

Construction crane collapse in Thailand kills two workers

January 15, 2026

A construction crane collapse in Thailand kills two people, authorities say.

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42.00

Venezuelan immigrants urge appeals court to restore deportation protections

January 15, 2026

Venezuelan immigrants urge a court to restore deportation protections after the end of Temporary Protected Status.

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45.00

Dreams on hold for Rohingya children in Bangladesh camps

January 15, 2026

Rohingya children in Bangladesh refugee camps face ongoing humanitarian challenges.

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60.00

United States launches second phase of Gaza peace plan

January 15, 2026

The United States launches the second phase of its Gaza peace plan, outlining steps toward political objectives and humanitarian aid.

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30.00

Canberra pipe bombs found on footpaths; major police investigation underway

January 15, 2026

Police report multiple pipe bombs found in Canberra; authorities warn the public not to touch suspicious devices.

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50.00

NTSB finds recurring fractures linked to UPS plane engine separation

January 15, 2026

The NTSB reports fractures existed in prior incidents and may have contributed to the left engine separating from the wing on a UPS aircraft.

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46.00

Trip.com shares fall after Chinese antitrust probe

January 15, 2026

Trip.com shares drop over 20% as China opens an antitrust investigation; the company says it will cooperate and operations remain normal.

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55.00

XAI restricts Grok image editing following regulatory concerns in US and Europe

January 15, 2026

XAI imposes limits on Grok image editing amid privacy and safety worries raised by regulators in California and Europe.

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40.00

WWII-era 227-kg bomb unearthed at Melaka construction site remains active

January 15, 2026

A WWII-era bomb weighing 227 kilograms is found at a Melaka construction site and remains active due to corrosion.

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60.00

Japan’s Takaichi bets on an early election to build support

January 15, 2026

Japan’s Takaichi seeks an early election to solidify support ahead of policy goals.

japanelectionpolitics
42.00

China urges firms to drop US and Israeli cybersecurity software

January 15, 2026

Beijing tells Chinese firms to stop using cybersecurity software from the United States and Israel amid ongoing tech tensions.

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55.00

US pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 nations

January 15, 2026

The administration indefinitely halts immigrant visa processing for 75 nations, affecting international mobility for families and workers.

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45.00

Iran closes airspace as U.S. tensions rise

January 15, 2026

Iran temporarily closed most of its airspace, rerouting flights amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions.

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40.00

Myanmar junta says it captured three large meth labs

January 15, 2026

The junta claims three major meth labs were captured, accounting for about a third of last year’s meth seizures.

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