Deadly floods in Argentina cancel Dakar Rally stage

Deadly floods in Argentina cancel Dakar Rally stage

At least two people were killed when a landslide swept across a national highway in Jujuy, Argentina on 10 January. A freak weather pattern has also caused heavy flooding and mudslides, forcing over 1,000 residents to evacuate their homes. The landslide has also caused the cancellation of the 9th stage of the annual Dakar Rally. Jan 11, 2017
Outgoing US president Barack Obama urges Americans to still believe

Outgoing US president Barack Obama urges Americans to still believe

During his farewell speech on 10 January in Chicago, outgoing US President Barack Obama reused his original campaign slogan of yes we can, as urged Americans to still believe in US values and reject discrimination. It was an emotional speech in which he thanked his family and declared the presidency the honour of his life. Jan 11, 2017