Where water conflicts pose the biggest threat in 2026
Water-related conflicts surged to a record 420 incidents in 2024, with attacks on infrastructure and access disputes driven by prolonged wars in Gaza, Sudan, Iran, and Ukraine.
Canada vows ‘dollar for dollar’ response as US puts 50% tariffs on some goods
The US imposed 50% tariffs on roughly $20 billion of Canadian goods after trade talks collapsed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney vowed to respond “dollar for dollar” with retaliatory measures.
US military newspaper editor voices censorship fears after being fired
The editor-in-chief of Stars and Stripes was fired for insubordination after stating censorship would be a ‘red line,’ raising concerns about military press independence amid Pentagon tension with media.
Tropical Storm Moke advances towards Hawaii with heavy rain, strong winds
Tropical Storm Moke is advancing toward Hawaii with heavy rain and strong winds, arriving just a week after Hurricane Lala battered the islands.
Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error
Sydney Marathon organizers acknowledge a medal design error depicting a German stadium instead of Sydney’s Allianz Stadium, joking that participants will receive the mistaken medals as unique keepsakes.
Kazakhstan holds parliamentary election expected to cement president’s grip
Kazakhstan holds a snap parliamentary election where only state-approved parties loyal to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev can field candidates, expected to strengthen his political control.