Category: World

KADUNA, Nigeria — For Afiniki Moses, the nightmare was supposed to be over. Released on January 15 after her family paid a ransom to kidnappers in northern Kaduna, she returned home to the fragile safety of her village. But by Sunday, the terror had returned. In a brazen daylight raid on January 18, 2026, armed […]

  Over the past five years, the EU has made progress in tackling racism, particularly by breaking down barriers created by racial discrimination and by integrating anti-racism efforts throughout all relevant EU policies. But problems persist. And a recent EU survey reveals that two in three citizens still view racial discrimination as a widespread issue in their countries. The European Commission has now […]

JOHANNESBURG — As of Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the African continent finds itself at a critical crossroads. From the halls of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) to the frontlines of the Sahel, the narrative is shifting toward greater sovereignty and strategic recalibration. This brief explores the multifaceted developments in business, geopolitics, security, and human […]

Today, at the MusicFutures Creative Industries Cluster in Liverpool, Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray announced, the strategy for the creative and cultural economy. The strategy will help UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) ensure its investments in the creative industries drive economic growth across the UK. Minister Murray also referenced £500 million of funding for the creative industries, including: £369 million allocated to the […]

OTTAWA — In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global tech community, Canada has officially pulled the plug on new applications for its flagship Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program. Effective January 1, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) ceased accepting new commitment certificates from designated organizations, marking the end of an era for […]

LONDON — On this Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth join in a chorus of celebration for Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh as she marks her 61st birthday. Once dubbed the “secret weapon” of the monarchy, the Duchess has evolved into its most visible and “undaunted savior,” a title […]

Planning to live abroad You’re responsible for your welfare if you live abroad. As part of your planning, consider your future health and care requirements. As you age, you may have physical or mental challenges. Some conditions develop slowly, while others start suddenly. Read Living in Spain and Spain travel advice for guidance on topics […]

European negotiators believed they had bought stability in July 2025 amid the global trade turmoil sparked by Donald Trump’s liberation day tariffs. The EU’s deal with the US involved eliminating tariffs on American goods, purchasing US energy and committing to American investment. But six months later, as the US president made his intentions regarding Greenland […]

  We spend a lot of our time online. This shift to the digital world brings threats as well as opportunities. This includes cyber and hybrid attacks on essential services and democratic institutions, which Europe faces on a daily basis. The Commission has proposed new cybersecurity measures to further strengthen the EU’s resilience and capabilities in […]

Today, as Greenland once again becomes a strategic prize, history seems poised to repeat itself. Staying with the Polar Inuit means refusing to speak of territory while erasing those who inhabit it. On 16 June 1951 Jean Malaurie was travelling by dog sled along the north-west coast of Greenland. He had set out alone, almost on […]