Japanese and South Korean leaders boosted ties with a drumming session at a summit, symbolizing improved relations.

U.S. sanctions Iran officials and entities over protest violence, citing human rights abuses and financial misconduct.

Eight nurses won a tribunal over being forced to share changing rooms with a transgender woman, citing violated privacy rights.

Venezuela’s acting president signals possible improved U.S. relations post-Maduro.

Ontario's premier warns new China EV tariffs may raise prices and hurt auto industry, urging federal support.

U.S. imposes 25% tariffs on nations trading with Iran over protests and regional threats, urging allies to sever ties.

Iran threatened Trump on TV amid protests, sparking U.S. threats and regional concern.

U.S. forces seized the oil tanker Veronica in the Caribbean on Jan. 15, 2026, under sanctions targeting Venezuela’s oil exports.

FAA warns airlines to avoid parts of Latin America and Pacific due to military activity and GPS risks.

California demands xAI stop nonconsensual AI sex image generation by Jan. 20, 2026.