The United States has accused Cuba of interfering with the work of its top diplomat in Havana, U.S. Charge d'Affaires Mike Hammer, after he was reportedly heckled by groups of Cubans during meetings outside the capital. The State Department condemned the incidents as 'failed intimidation tactics' amidst escalating bilateral tensions.
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon and eight co-defendants have been indicted by a Minnesota grand jury on federal charges of conspiracy and interfering with First Amendment rights. The charges stem from an anti-immigration enforcement protest on January 18, 2026, at Cities Church in St. Paul. Lemon, arrested in Los Angeles, maintains he was reporting as a journalist.
Following the fatal Violanta cookie factory explosion in Trikala, the Greek government has disputed data indicating a surge in labor accidents, criticizing opposition claims of systemic safety failures. The government cites official figures showing stable workplace fatalities, while unions highlight significant discrepancies and under-reporting.
U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty advocated for the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a Columbus ICE roundtable on January 29, 2026. Beatty cited concerns over increased ICE enforcement and Noem's immigration policies.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Yusuf Mustapha, a Deputy Director at the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), before the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja. He faces three counts related to alleged forgery of a degree certificate used to secure employment in 2010.
A political scandal is unfolding in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany, as the Mainz public prosecutor's office initiates preliminary investigations into allegations of embezzlement. The state government is accused of granting top civil servants, including State Secretaries, extended special leave for up to 12 years, allowing them to take highly paid management positions while retaining their civil servant status and pension rights. This practice has drawn sharp criticism from the State Audit Office and the Taxpayers' Association.
Former French Senator Joël Guerriau is currently on trial in Paris, accused of administering MDMA to centrist Member of Parliament Sandrine Josso in November 2023 with the intent to commit sexual assault or rape. Guerriau admits serving a spiked drink but claims it was an accident. Josso's testimony details her sudden illness and the discovery of MDMA in her system.
Human rights organizations in Argentina have issued a stark warning regarding a growing wave of anti-Muslim hate speech and real-life threats. The escalation from online rhetoric to direct threats against families, including women and children, has prompted calls for stronger legal measures to combat incitement and protect vulnerable communities.
The Nigeria Immigration Service is investigating allegations that its officers at the Seme border extorted N200,000 from Blessing Etim, a Nigerian woman traveling to Mali, after initially demanding N2 million. The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, January 22, 2026, prompting an official probe into the alleged misconduct.
The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a criminal and civil rights investigation following an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a Sunday service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. Protesters targeted the church due to allegations that one of its pastors, David Easterwood, leads a local ICE field office.
Prince Harry has commenced a High Court battle in London against Associated Newspapers, publisher of the Daily Mail, over alleged unlawful information-gathering. He is joined by six other high-profile figures, including Sir Elton John, in claims of phone hacking and other privacy breaches. The publisher denies all allegations.
An Oxfam trustee, Dr. Balwant Singh, has resigned from the charity's board, accusing it of 'cruel and inhumane' treatment of former Chief Executive Halima Begum. Singh expressed a loss of confidence in the board's governance and called for external regulatory intervention, raising significant concerns about internal operations.
Former Acting National Police Commissioner Khomotso Phahlane appeared before South Africa's Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee today, addressing allegations of corruption, political interference, and unlawful suspension during his tenure. His testimony is a key moment in the ongoing probe into the integrity of the nation's policing and justice systems.
Bengaluru police have arrested an 18-year-old man, Karnal Kurai, in connection with the murder of 34-year-old software engineer Sharmila D.K. Her death, initially believed to be a fire accident, was later confirmed as murder after forensic evidence revealed she was smothered and her flat set ablaze to destroy evidence following a rejected sexual advance.
French historian Cécile Desprairies faces a defamation lawsuit from her brother and a cousin over her 2024 novel 'La Propagandiste.' The family alleges the book falsely depicts their late mother and great-uncle as Nazi collaborators, calling it an 'act of family vengeance.' A verdict is anticipated on March 17.
Iran has formally accused the United States and Israel at the United Nations Security Council of instigating and interfering in its ongoing protests. Tehran's UN envoy, Amir Saeid Iravani, condemned their 'unlawful and irresponsible conduct,' blaming them for destabilizing practices and transforming peaceful demonstrations into violent acts.
UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy announced that US Vice-President JD Vance agrees on the 'unacceptable' nature of sexualized AI-generated images, particularly those appearing on the X platform via its Grok chatbot. The discussion, held in Washington, highlighted transatlantic concerns over the manipulation of images of women and children, prompting strong warnings from the UK government regarding potential regulatory action against X.
Western Cape High Court Judge Mushtak Parker is facing impeachment proceedings in South Africa after the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) found him guilty of gross misconduct on two counts. The charges stem from contradictory statements regarding an alleged assault and the non-disclosure of a significant trust account deficit from his former law firm.
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is awaiting a detailed report from social media platform X regarding measures to address the misuse of its AI service, Grok. The government has expressed dissatisfaction with X's initial response, which was deemed 'not adequate,' following concerns over Grok's role in generating and disseminating non-consensual sexualized images and other unlawful content. X faces potential legal action and loss of 'safe harbor' protections if it fails to comply with Indian law.
The Malta Union of Midwives and Nurses (MUMN) has accused Health Minister Jo-Etienne Abela of hypocrisy and disrespect after the Ministry took legal action against the union on New Year's Eve. The dispute centers on vacation leave rights for nurses in Mater Dei Hospital's Cardiac Catheterisation Suite amidst claims of selective application of patient safety concerns.
