Fela Kuti becomes first African to get Grammys Lifetime Achievement Award
Award for late Afrobeat pioneer and political radical is the ‘anti-establishment being recognised by the establishment’.
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Brief US government shutdown begins after funding deadline lapses
US gov’t funding impasse driven by Democratic anger over federal agents killing two people during immigration crackdown.
Is Trump’s choice for US Fed chair a ‘chameleon’ or a ‘solid’ pick?
Experts vary in their views on Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nominee to replace Jerome Powell as head of the US central bank.
From: Inside Story
What do China and the UK want from each other?
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s warm welcome on a visit to China this week marks a thaw in icy relations with Beijing.
Published On 30 Jan 2026
Iran says ready for ‘fair’ talks with US but not ‘under shadow of threats’
Iran’s foreign minister says missile programme not up for negotiation as Trump says sending more ships to the region.
From: The Stream
What’s next for Venezuela?
We explore what’s in store for Venezuela after the capture of President Maduro by US personnel in Caracas.
Published On 30 Jan 2026
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Rafah reopening set for Sunday as Israel continues to block aid
Israel says it will reopen the Rafah crossing on Sunday after nearly two years.
Published On 30 Jan 2026
Guterres warns UN faces ‘imminent financial collapse’
UN chief Antonio Guterres calls on member states to address unpaid dues and overhaul world body’s financial rules.
Bombardier stock dives on Trump threats of 50% tariff on Canadian planes
Trump threatened decertifying Bombardier’s planes and slapping new tariffs if Canada did not certify rival US planes.
South Africa orders expulsion of Israeli envoy, declared persona non grata
South Africa accuses Israeli representative of ‘gross abuse of diplomatic privilege’ as Israel orders reciprocal move.
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Why has Burkina Faso banned political parties, and what’s next?
It’s the latest of several measures that rights groups say are shrinking the civic space in the Sahel nation.
