DR Congo president gives M23 conditions to join national dialogue

President Tshisekedi assured, "No one will be excluded based on their opinions, criticisms, or political affiliation," but also warned, "No one can claim a seat while taking up arms against the state.

Sudan lifts two-year curfew and state of emergency in Khartom

Khartoum residents can now move and work around the clock, but security checkpoints and army patrols remain. The move comes as Sudan’s war enters its third year, with millions displaced and tens of thousands killed.

Who’s Shaping AI? TIME names its 100 most influential figures for 2026

From Sam Altman and Elon Musk to Ben Affleck and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, TIME’s list reflects AI’s expanding reach as debate intensifies over its economic and social impact.