Ugandan President Museveni re-elected to seventh term amid disputed election

In the Uganda presidential election, President Yoweri Museveni has been re-elected to a seventh term, extending his rule to more than four decades. The Electoral Commission announced on Saturday that Museveni secured 72 percent of the vote, defeating his closest challenger, opposition leader Bobi Wine, who received 25 percent. The result followed voting held on…

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Uganda election violence: At least seven killed as Museveni secures majority

At least seven people were killed in Uganda election violence overnight, following national elections that appear set to extend President Yoweri Museveni’s rule into a fifth decade. Election results show Museveni leading with over 75% of votes from 59% of polling stations, while his main challenger, Bobi Wine, received around 21%. Violence erupts in Butambala…

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Uganda election results 2026: Museveni takes early lead as deadly violence erupts

Uganda election violence has sparked international concern as early results show President Yoweri Museveni taking a commanding lead in the presidential race, while reports of deadly clashes and opposition restrictions continue to emerge. Museveni takes strong early lead Veteran Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, 81, opened a wide lead in early presidential election results released on…

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Global pressure forces xAI to limit Grok image features

Grok image editing restrictions have been introduced by Elon Musk’s AI company xAI following growing concern from regulators in California, Europe, and Asia over sexually explicit AI-generated images shared on X. xAI moves to limit Grok image editing Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company, xAI, announced late Wednesday that it has restricted image editing features on…

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Trump visa suspension: U.S. Halts visa processing for 75 Countries

The Trump visa suspension has sparked global concern after the U.S. government confirmed it will halt visa processing for applicants from 75 countries starting January 21, according to a State Department spokesperson. U.S. Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries The Trump administration will temporarily stop all visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, a U.S….

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Iran says it will strike back if U.S. attacks, troops begin to leave bases

Iran warns of retaliation after the United States began withdrawing some military personnel from key Middle East bases, signaling rising tensions as President Donald Trump threatens possible action over Iran’s violent unrest. A U.S. official confirmed on Wednesday that the withdrawals were precautionary, citing heightened regional risks. The move followed warnings from senior Iranian officials…

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