Wary of Israeli appropriation, Palestine lists 14 sites with UNESCO | Israel-Palestine conflict

For Palestinians maintaining their land and heritage, which is under Israeli occupation since 1948, became a national priority.  The Palestinian Authority has formally moved to register 14 new cultural and natural sites on UNESCO’s World Heritage tentative list in a bid to safeguard its cultural and historical sites from Israeli appropriation and attacks. “Palestine is … Read more

How are Iranians accessing the internet despite government efforts? : NPR

Iranians are using Starlink to get online during the government’s near-total internet shutdown. AILSA CHANG, HOST: Authorities in Iran have implemented a near total shutdown of the internet in the country. It’s part of a crackdown on large-scale anti-government protests there. But some people on the ground are getting around this by using a satellite … Read more

FBI conducts raid on Washington Post reporter’s home, seizes electronics | Freedom of the Press News

United States news agencies and press freedom groups have expressed concern after federal agents raided the home of a reporter for The Washington Post as part of a probe into the handling of classified material. Wednesday’s raid focused on the residence of journalist Hannah Natanson, who has led the Post’s coverage of efforts under President … Read more

‘Fundamental disagreement’ with Trump over Greenland : NPR

Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Greenland’s Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt speak at a news conference at the Embassy of Denmark in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. John McDonnell/AP hide caption toggle caption John McDonnell/AP WASHINGTON — A top Danish official said Wednesday that a “fundamental disagreement” over Greenland remains with President Donald Trump after … Read more

People in Iran first calls to outside world : NPR

Protesters march on a bridge in Tehran, Iran, on Dec. 29, 2025. AP/Fars News Agency hide caption toggle caption AP/Fars News Agency DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iranians could call abroad on mobile phones Tuesday for the first time since communications were halted during a crackdown on nationwide protests in which activists said at least … Read more

Cuban president says no talks with US amid Trump’s escalating threats | Donald Trump News

Diaz-Canel rejects Trump’s threats, emphasising Cuba’s independence and commitment to defending its sovereignty. Published On 12 Jan 202612 Jan 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has said that there are no current talks between Havana and the United States, as US President Donald Trump ratchets up threats … Read more