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Yannick Nézet-Séguin’s Unexpected Leap to Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year’s Concert

Morgan J. Carter January 2, 2026

At a Glance Yannick Nézet-Séguin replaced a banned Russian conductor at Carnegie Hall in 2022. He secured the role as Vienna Philharmonic New Year's...

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US Imposes Sanctions on Iran, Venezuela Over Drone Trade

Julia N. Fairmont January 2, 2026

At a Glance 10 individuals and companies from Iran and Venezuela were sanctioned for their role in Iran's drone and ballistic missile...

Feisal Salum raises football ball in night stadium with jubilant Tanzanian fans waving flags and Angolan bench in despair.

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Tanzania’s Late Strike Seals Africa Cup Quarter-Final Spot

Aiden V. Crossfield January 1, 2026

At a Glance Tanzania and Tunisia secure last knockout spots after 1-1 draw. Feisal Salum's goal eliminates Angola. Both teams finished with 2...

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Mali, Burkina Faso Ban U.S. Citizens Over Trump Travel Ban

Morgan J. Carter January 1, 2026

> At a Glance > - Mali and Burkina Faso ban U.S. citizens in retaliation for Trump's travel restrictions. > - The ban follows a U.S. decision that...

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Trump Era Forces US to Reassess China, Russia Threats

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 1, 2026

At a Glance 2025 saw US and Israel bomb Iran's nuclear sites, pulling the US back into Middle East conflict. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza turned...

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US Military Kills 25 ISIS Operatives in Syria, Says Central Command

Morgan J. Carter December 31, 2025

At a Glance 25 ISIS operatives killed or captured in Syria this month Ambush near Palmyra killed two U.S. troops and a civilian interpreter 11...

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Federal Judge Halts Trump’s TPS Revocation for South Sudanese

Hannah E. Clearwater December 31, 2025

At a Glance The federal judge is weighing the legality of President Trump's revocation of Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese. The...

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2026 Trade War: Nations Eye Repealing US Digital-Lock Laws

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 31, 2025

At a Glance 2026: Trading partners face political fallout from tit-for-tat tariffs. Repealing anti-circumvention laws could cut hundreds of billions...

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Hungary’s CATL Battery Plant Sparks Protest Over Chemicals and Water Use

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 31, 2025

At a Glance CATL's new plant near Debrecen could be Europe's largest EV battery factory Local residents protest hazardous chemicals and water...

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Dollar’s Dominance Shifts: 2026 Marks Start of Global Move Away

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 31, 2025

At a Glance US dollar's share of global trade drops from 33% in 2000 to 25% today. Emerging economies settle trade in local currencies, bypassing...