Friday, Jan 31

A nurse in Uganda dies from Ebola in Kampala, marking the first fatality since the last outbreak ended in 2023. Authorities are tracing contacts to contain the spread.

Friday, Jan 31

A midair collision involving an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter near Washington D.C. has claimed 67 lives. Recovery operations are underway with extensive investigations.

Friday, Jan 31

Bob Menendez, former US Senator, sentenced to 11 years for bribery, including accepting gold bars and cash in exchange for political favors.

Friday, Jan 31

Dick Button, the pioneering figure skater and broadcaster, passed away at 95, leaving an indelible mark on the sport he loved.

Friday, Jan 31

A Michigan priest has had his license revoked by the Anglican Catholic Church after mimicking Elon Musk's straight-arm gesture, perceived by many as a Nazi salute.

Friday, Jan 31

Trump's recent orders seek to eliminate critical race theory in education and combat antisemitism on campuses, but face backlash from civil rights advocates.

Friday, Jan 31

Mexico's president contests Google's name change of Gulf of Mexico, asserting it lacks legal authority under international law.

Friday, Jan 31

Panama's President denies any negotiations regarding canal ownership, dismissing US claims of Chinese control as both countries prepare for diplomatic talks.

Friday, Jan 31

FCC Chair Brendan Carr has initiated probes into NPR and PBS for allegedly breaching federal laws against commercial advertisements, heightening tensions in public broadcasting.

Friday, Jan 31

A midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport has resulted in 67 fatalities. Investigations are ongoing.