Category: World

January 23, 2026 — As the first month of 2026 unfolds, Africa is navigating a complex landscape of rapid industrial realignments, urgent health mandates, and deep-seated security challenges. From the headquarters of the EAC in Arusha to the conflict zones of North Darfur, this brief curates the most significant developments shaping the continent today. Business […]

ATLANTA — The architect of what federal prosecutors describe as the largest Ponzi scheme in Georgia’s history has admitted to a multi-year fraud that bilked more than 2,000 investors out of approximately $380 million. Todd Burkhalter, 54, the founder and CEO of Alpharetta-based Drive Planning LLC, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud on […]

I would like to thank Special Representative Jenča for his briefing and commend the UN Mission for its continued efforts to support implementation of the 2016 Peace Agreement. We encourage the Colombian Government to use its remaining time in office to drive forward comprehensive implementation of the peace agreement, and to ensure that it passes […]

“Where is Our Common Humanity?”: UN Rights Chief Condemns U.S. Immigration Raids GENEVA — In a stinging rebuke of American domestic policy, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk voiced “astonishment” on Friday at the “now-routine abuse” of migrants by U.S. authorities. In a formal statement issued on January 23, 2026, Türk called […]

MINNEAPOLIS — A Minneapolis suburb is reeling after federal immigration agents detained a 5-year-old boy, with local school officials alleging the child was used as “bait” to lure his mother out of their home. The incident, which took place on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in Columbia Heights, has intensified the national debate over aggressive enforcement […]

SANTA CLARA — Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) saw its market value shrink by approximately $31 billion on Friday, as shares cratered more than 12% following a fourth-quarter earnings report that coupled a headline net loss with a cautious forecast for early 2026. While the Silicon Valley stalwart managed to beat analyst estimates on the top […]

The Trump Administration’s AI Action Plan is bringing agility to America’s workforce Securing American AI and technological dominance requires a workforce equipped with the skills of the future. Deputy Secretary Sonderling tried out the flight simulator at Liberty University in August to experience first-hand how AI is playing a vital role in preparing the next […]

Venture capital investment in the cybersecurity sector has dropped to a multiyear low, even as global cybercrime losses are projected to reach as much as $10 trillion in 2025. The contrast between shrinking investment and escalating economic damage is sharpening concerns that the industry may be underestimating the scale and urgency of the threat. The cybersecurity […]

If the person who died had insurance, contact their insurance company as soon as possible. Read the general guidance on what to do when someone dies abroad if you’re not sure if they had insurance. The insurance company should appoint a funeral director in Vietnam and the UK. They may also cover the cost of […]