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Swimmers, Sprinters and Champions Line Up for Madrid Awards

March 3, 2026

Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to

sports

College Games and Sports Shows Line Up for Thursday

February 18, 2026

The schedule for Thursday, Feb. 19, brings a mix of college basketball, golf, and other sports to TV screens across the country. First up, fans can catch two college men’s basketball matchups on CBSSN and ESPN2 between 6 p. m. and 9 p. m. The games feature FIU vs. Liberty, Memphis vs. South Flori

politics

The Horn of Africa Gets a New Rivalry

February 15, 2026

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are pushing their own agendas in the Horn of Africa, turning a regional summit into a stage for their competition. What started as a fight in Yemen has now spread across the Red Sea, touching places like Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea and Libya. The

health

Vaccines: A Shield for Nations

February 13, 2026

Vaccines are not just about health; they are a matter of national security. This is the strong message from a top global health leader. He warns that growing anti-vaccine feelings around the world could make it harder to fight future pandemics. The leader is Richard Hatchett. He heads the Coalition

crime

Judge Faces New Charges Over Cult‑Related Mass Deaths

February 11, 2026

A Kenyan court on Wednesday added fresh accusations against Paul Mackenzie, a former cult leader, and seven associates. The new charges involve the deaths of 52 people whose shallow graves were uncovered in southeast Kenya in 2025. Mackenzie had already been charged with murder and terrorism for

politics

Haiti Faces a New Political Pause After Transition Council Ends

February 7, 2026

The Caribbean nation of Haiti has slipped into a state of uncertainty as its temporary governing body’s authority expired, leaving no clear next step for leadership. The nine‑person council that was set up in April to calm violent gang clashes and prepare for elections has seen its power fade amid

health

Money Matters in Fighting HIV in Pregnant Women: A Look at Ethiopia

January 21, 2026

In Ethiopia, a big problem stands in the way of stopping HIV from moms to babies. It's not just about having the right medicine or doctors. It's about money, or the lack of it. When women go for check-ups during pregnancy, they should get tested for HIV. This is super important to keep babies safe.

politics

Tensions Rise Between Ethiopia and Eritrea: A Closer Look

January 15, 2026

Ethiopia and Eritrea, two countries with a history of conflict, are once again at odds. This time, Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of sending weapons to rebels in the Amhara region. Ethiopian police claim to have seized thousands of rounds of ammunition and arrested two suspects. They believe the weapo

health

Ethiopia's Mothers and the Hidden Nutrition Crisis

January 12, 2026

In Ethiopia, many mothers with young kids don't eat enough different foods. This is a big problem. It's not just about one person. It affects everyone. But, most studies look at kids' food. They don't look at moms. And they use old ways to study the problem. This new study is different. It uses smar

health

The Blurry Line Between Medical Science and Miracles

January 12, 2026

Medical breakthroughs often seem like miracles, but are they really? Or is it just science advancing at the right time? For some, it doesn't matter. They see both as divine intervention. Take Howard, a retired doctor, who beat lymphoma in 2002 with a standard chemo treatment. His specialist warned