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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Starlink Iran

Starlink Reportedly Free in Iran Amid Protests

Starlink has reportedly waived subscription fees for users in Iran, after authorities shut down the internet amid a deadly crackdown on nationwide protests. The move, which has not yet been officially confirmed, came after Iran cut off internet access last Thursday, isolating millions of people from communication, livelihoods, and independent information. Since then, satellite internet…

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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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Ugandans using mobile phones during a nationwide internet shutdown ahead of elections

Uganda Shuts Down Internet Ahead of Elections

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced a nationwide internet shutdown ahead of the country’s general elections. In a directive issued on January 13, 2026, UCC ordered all telecommunications companies to suspend public internet access starting at 6:00 p.m., until further notice. Telecom Companies Ordered to Comply The statement instructs all telecom operators to: According…

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Supreme Court Reviews State Bans on Transgender Athletes

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday reviewed state laws that ban transgender athletes from joining female sports teams. Several conservative justices showed support for the laws during oral arguments. The cases involve Idaho and West Virginia, where lower courts blocked the bans after ruling in favor of transgender students. The laws require public school and…

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Trump signs emergency order protecting Venezuelan oil funds

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to protect Venezuelan oil revenue held in U.S. Treasury accounts, preventing courts or private creditors from seizing the funds. The White House announced the move on Saturday, calling it necessary to support stability in Venezuela. The order, signed on Friday, classifies the revenue as sovereign property…

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