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The Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco descended into chaos on Sunday night after an intense and emotionally charged showdown ended in controversy both on and off the pitch. The high-stakes match, watched by millions across the continent, concluded with Senegal emerging victorious following a tense battle that saw tempers flare and security forced to intervene. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 19, 2026 The final whistle sparked heated exchanges between players, coaching staff, and officials, as disagreements over refereeing decisions and late-game incidents quickly escalated. Stewards and security personnel moved in to restore order as…
Iraq has officially announced the full withdrawal of United States military forces from its federal territory, marking a significant shift in the country’s security and foreign policy landscape. The decision follows months of negotiations between Baghdad and Washington and reflects growing pressure from Iraqi political blocs to reassert national sovereignty. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 19, 2026 According to Iraqi officials, the withdrawal will be carried out in phases and coordinated with national security agencies to ensure stability during the transition. The move signals the end of the U.S.-led coalition’s combat role in the country, though advisory and…
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, has emerged as one of the most notable and transformative figures in U.S. city politics since he assumed office as Mayor of New York City on January 1, 2026. His unexpected rise from state legislator to leader of the nation’s largest city has captured national and international attention. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 19, 2026 Mamdani secured his position as the 112th mayor in the closely watched 2025 election, defeating former New York governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa. His victory marked a series of historic firsts: he became New…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been formally invited by U.S. President Donald J. Trump to join a newly proposed international body called the Board of Peace, part of Washington’s plan to guide the next phase of the fragile ceasefire and reconstruction effort in the Gaza Strip. The Kremlin confirmed receipt of the invitation and said it is reviewing the proposal. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 19, 2026 The Board of Peace — a centrepiece of Trump’s broader 20-point peace initiative following more than two years of conflict between Israel and Hamas — is intended to oversee governance, demilitarisation…
Priyanka Chopra Jonas has unveiled the first official trailer for her upcoming action feature The Bluff, revealing a bold and ferocious transformation. The R-rated pirate thriller stars the global icon as Ercell “Bloody Mary” Bodden, a former pirate whose attempt at a quiet life is shattered when her violent history resurfaces. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 19, 2026 Set against the backdrop of the late 19th-century Caribbean, the trailer offers glimpses of intense swordplay, brutal battles, and escalating danger. As Ercell fights to safeguard her family, she is forced into deadly confrontations that test both her strength and…
Nearly half of U.S. states are either already experiencing recession-like economic contraction or are very close to it, according to a new analysis by Moody’s Analytics, one of the country’s leading economic research firms. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 19, 2026 The state-level study, compiled by Moody’s chief economist Mark Zandi, shows that while the U.S. economy overall hasn’t officially fallen into recession, significant weaknesses are emerging across large parts of the country. Key Findings 22 states and the District of Columbia are assessed to be either in a recession or at high risk of entering one. These…
In his first year after returning to the White House, President Donald J. Trump has fundamentally reshaped U.S. immigration policy, enacting some of the most sweeping changes seen in decades and triggering broad debate over their social, economic and political effects. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUAY 18, 2026 Deep Enforcement and Policy Shifts President Trump’s renewed focus on immigration has followed through on key campaign pledges to tighten border security, reduce unauthorized entries and accelerate deportations. Border crossings have fallen sharply from mid-2024 levels, while immigration enforcement inside the United States has intensified. More immigrants — including many…
A 4-year-old girl in Utah, Elora “Ellie” Ann Rudd, has died from complications of influenza, underscoring the severity of the 2025-2026 U.S. flu season and the dangers the virus poses to young children. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 18, 2026 Ellie, who lived in Ogden, Utah, became ill around the start of January and was hospitalized after her symptoms — including fever, cough and difficulty breathing — worsened. Despite receiving intensive medical care, she developed pneumonia, sepsis and blood clots, and passed away on January 6, 2026. Her mother shared that Ellie fought hard but ultimately could not…
Haitian security forces executed a drone-assisted strike on properties linked to the country’s most powerful gang commander, Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier, escalating the government’s campaign to dismantle gang control in the capital. WEBDESK | ACT GLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 18, 2026 According to local reports and official statements, a drone attack in Port-au-Prince’s Delmas neighborhood targeted at least one of Chérizier’s homes on Wednesday, causing significant explosions and the destruction of buildings. Authorities say the operation was designed to weaken the gang’s hold on strategic areas of the city. The Haitian National Police, speaking through a communications officer, described the operation…
Over the weekend, U.S. President Donald Trump intensified a diplomatic and trade confrontation with key European allies by threatening new tariffs tied to his campaign to gain control of Greenland, the vast Arctic territory governed by Denmark. WEBDESK | ACTGLOBAL MEDIA | JANUARY 18, 2026 Trump announced on his social platform that starting Feb. 1, 2026, the United States would impose a 10 % tariff on imports from eight European countries — Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland — unless Denmark agrees to negotiate the “complete and total purchase” of Greenland by Washington. The…