Greenland Deal – and now?
Trump's attack on the Dollar
Trump's hesitation in Iran
Cuba’s bleak oil crisis
Turkey to offer mediation on US–Iran tensions, weighs border measures
Mali's troubled tourism sector crosses fingers for comeback
China issues 73 life bans, punishes top football clubs for match-fixing
Ghana moves to rewrite mining laws for bigger share of gold revenues
Culture
South Africa drops 'Melania' just ahead of release
South Africa's main cinema houses have pulled a documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump just ahead of its release, with the distributor citing "the current climate", local media reported.
Sports
Senegal coach Thiaw banned, fined after AFCON final chaos
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has been banned for five Confederation of African Football (CAF) matches and fined $100,000 after the chaotic scenes at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final against Morocco this month, it was announced on Thursday.
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Darnold, Seahawks defeat Rams 31-27 to reach Super Bowl
Sam Darnold threw three touchdowns as the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 to reach the Super Bowl for the first time in 11 years on Sunday.
Sports
Named after teacher mum, Learner Tien makes Grand Slam milestone
Learner Tien got his name because his mum was a teacher and the rising star of United States tennis still lives at home even as he reached a Grand Slam milestone.
Politics
Dollar sinks on yen intervention talk, gold breaks $5,000
The dollar fell in Asian trade Monday amid speculation US officials could join their Japanese counterparts to help support the yen after a recent sell-off, while equities started the week on a tepid note.
Sports
Melbourne champion Keys exits as Sinner bids to avoid same fate
Jessica Pegula sent reigning champion and podcast co-host Madison Keys spinning out of the Australian Open on Monday in straight sets while Jannik Sinner will hope to avoid the same fate and reach the quarter-finals.
Obama, Clinton say killings by agents should be wake-up call for US
Former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton issued pointed calls Sunday for America to stand up and defend their values after the second killing of a citizen in Minneapolis by immigration agents that Donald Trump blamed on Democratic "chaos."
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Minneapolis locals pay respects to man killed by US agents
The day after a second US citizen was shot dead by federal agents in the northern city of Minneapolis, local residents gathered Sunday at a makeshift memorial to honor their fallen neighbor.
Sports
Clinical Pegula dumps defending champion Keys out of Australian Open
A clinical Jessica Pegula dumped defending champion and good friend Madison Keys out of the Australian Open on Monday to surge into the quarter-finals.
Sports
Lindsey Vonn defies the odds to chase Olympic dream
US ski star Lindsey Vonn has defied age and injury to make one of the most remarkable comebacks in Olympic history, the latest chapter in a storied career of memorable highs and crushing setbacks.
Sports
Frozen in time: Olympic legends on ice
With the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games opening ceremony getting underway on February 6, AFP looks back at some of the golden stars of the ice rink.
Economy
Haute Couture Week begins in Paris
Four days of ultra-exclusive Haute Couture fashion shows get underway in Paris on Monday, but how is the calendar constructed and who gets to take part? AFP has the answers.
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Fifteen dead, 28 missing as ferry sinks in southern Philippines
A ferry with more than 350 people onboard sank Monday morning in the southern Philippines, leaving at least 15 dead and 28 still missing, the coast guard said.
Politics
Financial trading master Rick Rieder emerges as possible Fed chief
The emergence of BlackRock's Rick Rieder as a Federal Reserve frontrunner means the US central bank could be led by a financial markets master less academically credentialed than other recent chairs.
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Living like sultans: Istanbul's pampered street cats
Kanyon is getting fat: since someone stole his basket, this white cat with grey markings who lives at an Istanbul shopping centre has been showered with snacks, love and affection.
Politics
Israel agrees to 'limited reopening' of Rafah crossing
Israel said Monday it would allow a "limited reopening" of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt once it had recovered the remains of the last hostage in the Palestinian territory.
Sports
Scheffler marches to season-opening PGA Tour win in La Quinta
World number one Scottie Scheffler launched his 2026 US PGA Tour campaign with a runaway victory in the American Express at La Quinta, California.
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Richter Extends Its Support to Africa - The First Year of the House of Hope in Bamako in Numbers
The First Year of the House of Hope in Bamako in Numbers
Technology
TIS Appoints New CEO to Accelerate Global Growth
BERLIN, DE / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Treasury Intelligence Solutions (TIS), a leading cloud-based platform for payments and cash management, today announced Zlatko Vucetic as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective from February 1, 2026. This move comes as a pivotal step in advancing the company's long-term vision and global growth strategy in cloud-native cash management, liquidity, and payment solutions.
Technology
Datavault AI to Support Establishment of International Research Center Focused on Real-World Asset Digitization in Taiwan
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT) ("Datavault AI" or the "Company"), a leader in data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement and real‑world asset ("RWA") tokenization technologies, today announced the execution of a memorandum of understanding with St. John's University in Taipei to support the establishment of the RWA International Research Center (the "Center"). The Center will serve as a core platform for promoting inter-university alliances and international industry-academia collaboration, as well as for advancing the study of real-world asset tokenization frameworks, regulatory technology, and applied financial innovation. The Center is scheduled to be inaugurated on St. John's University's campus on January 26, 2026.
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BioNxt Accelerates ODF for Multiple Sclerosis Toward Human Clinical Study with >40% Bioavailability Improvement and Myasthenia Gravis Expansion
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / BioNxt Solutions Inc. ("BioNxt" or the "Company") (CSE:BNXT)(OTCQB:BNXTF)(FSE:BXT), a bioscience innovator specializing in advanced drug delivery systems, is pleased to announce significant progress in the development of its proprietary lead cladribine oral thin film (ODF) program. Recent study results demonstrating a greater than 40% improvement in bioavailability compared to conventional formulations represent a key development milestone and support the Company's transition toward human clinical evaluation.
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GMV Minerals Signs Multi Year Land Licensing Agreement
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / GMV Minerals Inc. (the "Company" or "GMV") (TSX-V:GMV)(OTCQB:GMVMF) is pleased to announce that it has signed an amended multi year Land Licensing Agreement with the Kay B. Graham Revocable Trust (local ranching family) authorizing GMV to access the surface estate of certain Graham Family ranch lands to conduct exploration drilling related activities.
Politics
Minnesota ICE shooting puts new twist on gun rights debate
The shooting death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, by federal agents Saturday in Minneapolis has spurred a new kind of debate around gun rights in the United States.
Sports
Patriots reach Super Bowl in blizzard-hit 10-7 win over Broncos
Quarterback Drake Maye led the New England Patriots to their first Super Bowl appearance since the glory days of predecessor Tom Brady with a blizzard-hit 10-7 win over the Denver Broncos Sunday.
Sports
Juve deal hammer blow to Napoli title defence, Milan slip further behind Inter
Juventus dealt a huge blow to Napoli's Serie A title defence on Sunday with a 3-0 win in Turin which left the reigning champions nine points behind league leaders Inter Milan, who are pulling away from the chasing pack.
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Toulon cling on to edge Montpellier, Clermont climb to 5th
Toulon moved up to fourth as full-back Marius Domon starred in a tight 30-27 victory over Montpellier on Sunday, as Clermont beat La Rochelle 32-27 to climb to fifth in the Top 14.
Sports
'Heartbroken' Timberwolves resume NBA play amid Minneapolis turmoil
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said the NBA team was "heartbroken" by events unfolding in Minneapolis, where federal agents shot dead a second US citizen amid the Trump administration's mass immigration crackdown.
Politics
Life-saving aid reaches Kurdish-majority town: UN
A UN humanitarian convoy arrived Sunday in the Kurdish-majority town of Kobane, which has been filled recently with people displaced by clashes in northern Syria, a spokesperson told AFP.
Weather
Historic winter storm pounds US from south to northeast
A life-threatening winter storm brought hazardous conditions to a wide swath of the United States on Sunday, from Texas to New England, prompting warnings to stay off roads, along with mass flight cancellations and power outages.
Sports
Carrick relishes Man Utd opportunity after stunning Arsenal
Michael Carrick urged Manchester United to build on the remarkable start to his interim reign after Matheus Cunha's rocket sealed a stunning 3-2 win at Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Culture
Men's fashion goes low-risk in uncertain world
Paris Men’s Fashion Week, which wrapped up Sunday, saw designers opt for often pragmatic and timeless styling, reflecting a low-risk approach at an uncertain time for the industry, experts said.
Economy
Swinging to win: 'The Invite' delivers comedy gold at Sundance
Most marriages have those moments: people are coming for dinner; one of you isn't really in the mood. But not everyone finds out that their guests are into raucous group sex -- and want you to join them.
Sports
Arsenal must respond to title test: Arteta
Mikel Arteta challenged Arsenal to show they have the character to cope with a 3-2 defeat against Manchester United that breathed new life into the Premier League title race.
Devastating Juve deal hammer blow to Napoli's Serie A title defence
Juventus dealt a huge blow to Napoli's Serie A title defence on Sunday with a 3-0 win in Turin which left the reigning champions nine points behind league leaders Inter Milan.
Rosenior impressed as Chelsea pass 'huge test' in Palace win
Liam Rosenior said that Chelsea passed a "huge test" after their 3-1 win at Crystal Palace on Sunday extended his impressive start as Blues boss.
Sports
Emery plays down Villa's title bid
Unai Emery insists Aston Villa will only be Premier League title contenders if they are still in the hunt with three games left.
Sports
Devastating Juve deal Serie A title blow to Napoli
Juventus dealt a huge blow to Napoli's Serie A title defence on Sunday with a 3-0 win in Turin which left the reigning champions nine points behind league leaders Inter Milan.
Sports
Arsenal rocked by Man Utd, Villa rekindle Premier League title bid
Manchester United inflicted Arsenal's first home defeat of the season in a 3-2 thriller to blow the Premier League title race open on Sunday as Aston Villa beat Newcastle to close within four points of the Gunners.
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Arsenal title bid dented by dramatic Man Utd defeat
Manchester United dealt a blow to Arsenal's Premier League title charge as Matheus Cunha's superb strike clinched a thrilling 3-2 win over the leaders on Sunday.
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Endrick scores hat-trick to fire Lyon to thumping Ligue 1 win
Brazilian teenager Endrick, on loan from Real Madrid, announced himself to Ligue 1 with a hat-trick as Lyon thrashed bottom club Metz 5-2 on Sunday.
Sports
Barca top La Liga as Yamal hits stunner, Atletico triumph
Barcelona reclaimed top spot in La Liga with a 3-0 win over Real Oviedo on Sunday, thanks to goals from Dani Olmo, Raphinha and an acrobatic Lamine Yamal effort.