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Chris Mason: Burnham looks to show he will go further than Starmer with West Bank sanctions
It is hoped that coordinated action minimises the blowback to any one country from Israel or America, our political editor writes.

Drug gangs exploited and raped us as teens, then police failed us, women tell BBC
Four victims describe being targeted by criminals and then not being taken seriously by the authorities.

Oil hits $100 a barrel for first time since July after US and Houthi strikes
Brent crude - the global benchmark for prices - rises after the US hit five Iranian tankers on Tuesday

Anthropic researcher believes more than 10% chance AI 'could kill all humans'
It is the latest in a series of increasing warnings about the safety threat posed by artificial intelligence.

Watch: Emotional moment as Alan Carr honoured at National Television Awards
The comedian received the Special Recognition prize at Tuesday night's awards.

Very hot drinks may damage the food pipe and increase cancer risk
Steaming hot liquid can damage the cell lining on the way down to the stomach, experts say.

Shelton beats Alcaraz in late-night epic to reach US Open semis
Carlos Alcaraz's US Open title defence is over after a dramatic five-set quarter-final loss to Ben Shelton which ends at 03:34 local time.

Police officer's funeral to take place after A66 crash that killed seven
PC Matthew Blades' family say he brought light and laughter into every room.

Learner drivers still waiting 20 weeks to book tests
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency had been given a target to reduce average wait times to seven weeks.

'Constantly on my mind' - 9/11 agony endures for bereaved, 25 years on
As the 25th anniversary approaches, the wait for the alleged mastermind of the attack to be put on trial goes on.

Are women better than men at endurance running?
Women have beaten men in some high-profile endurance events in recent months - are they better suited to these challenges?

What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
Flights are cancelled owing to air traffic control problems, so what are your rights if you're affected?

British-Israeli relations at lowest ebb in decades
Israel's response to London's trade ban with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank shows how important this moment is.

Hegseth is shaking up the Pentagon as the US wages war - but it comes at a cost
The upheaval in the military could shape the legacy of Trump's second term, writes the BBC's Tom Bateman.

I'm 27 and I've already written my will - here's why
For many young people making a will may not seem necessary, but here's why you shouldn't put it off.

The trail of clues that suggest our planet might be heating faster than we realised
A curious online row over this summer's heatwaves points to a wider - and worrying - shift in climate science.

Divorcing abusive husband cost woman £105k
Annabelle Boucher wants the law changed after she paid thousands to divorce her coercive ex-husband.

US to ban imports of some Canadian alcohol, dairy goods and motorbikes
It is the latest strike in a long trade war, and comes after Canadian counter-tariffs on US goods come into force.

Baby orangutans found in Indian forest spark trafficking inquiry
The critically endangered apes were found far from their natural habitat in the eastern Indian state of Odisha.

Watch: Sinkhole at Nicolas Cage's Malibu house swallows driveway
The driveway of the beach-front house collapsed on Tuesday morning, according to local authorities.

Family of killed teen call for death penalty in D4vd trial
The parents of Celeste Rivas Hernandez say execution "would be perfect" if D4vd is found guilty.

South Park creators rename show 'South America' in apparent dig at Trump
Since beginning his second term, the US president has said he wanted to use the word 'America' to rename a lake, a gulf and even a US state.

'Emotional rollercoaster' - Lindsay Clancy jurors speak out on what led to mistrial
The three jurors said after 40 hours, a lone male juror wouldn't agree with the rest of the panel to find Clancy not guilty by reason of insanity.

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Why Has The UK Government Changed Its Approach to Israel?
UK imposes sanctions on Israeli settlements in the West Bank.

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why is Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial dividing America?
And will Trump succeed in limiting mail-in voting before the midterms?

Shelton beats Alcaraz in latest-ever US Open finish to reach semis
Carlos Alcaraz's US Open title defence is over after a dramatic five-set quarter-final loss to Ben Shelton which ends at 03:34 local time.

LIV files for bankruptcy protection with over $45m owed to players
LIV Golf has filed for bankruptcy protection with at least $45m (£33m) owed to players, who will now have the option to leave.

McLaren talks, 'numb' cars and being 'captain of the ship' - Verstappen Q&A
In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, Max Verstappen talks about his new contract at Red Bull and much more.

England to extend head coach Borthwick's contract
England head coach Steve Borthwick will have his contract extended past the 2028 Six Nations in a bid to avoid uncertainty over his future before and during next year's Rugby World Cup.

In the middle again - but Mourinho says Alexander-Arnold 'not a midfielder'
Trent Alexander-Arnold started in midfield for Real Madrid's win over Inter - but Jose Mourinho says it is not his best position.

Are women better than men at endurance running?
Women have beaten men in some high-profile endurance events in recent months - are they better suited to these challenges?

Al Jazeera

Israel tells UK to close East Jerusalem consulate within 30 days
Israel announced it would close the consulate after UK said it was imposing sanctions on illegal settlements.

The war in the Gulf will have to end in compromise
Iran has not surrendered, and the war’s original aims remain unmet.

Turkish jets perform dramatic flyover above Egypt’s pyramids
The Turkish Air Force's aerobatic team, performed this spectacular demonstration flight over Egypt’s Pyramids of Gaza.

Which countries banned goods from settlements but trade with Israel?
More European countries calling to ban products from illegal settlements, despite sizable overall trade with Israel.

Israeli parties submit slates for October Knesset elections
Israeli political parties submitted their lists for the October 27 Knesset elections before Tuesday's deadline.

Authorities in India rescue baby orangutans dumped in forest
Authorities in India rescue baby orangutans dumped in forest

Pakistan faces new frontier against attacks: Balochistan’s Pashtun areas
A surge in attacks in Balochistan’s Pashtun-majority districts is raising questions about a widening rebellion.

Flash floods surge through Morocco’s Atlas Mountains
Video shows floodwaters sweeping through Morocco’s Atlas Mountains after heavy rain in Khenifra.

In maps and charts: Russian and Ukrainian attacks on civilian targets
Al Jazeera visualises how attacks on civilian infrastructure have more than doubled during the course of the war.

Video: Protesters shut down UNHCR headquarters in Tripoli, Libya
The United Nations refugee agency headquarters in Tripoli, Libya, has been sealed shut by protesters.

‘Totally reliant on Mother Nature’: UK drought raises water security fears
Record heatwaves have troubled British farmers, raising concerns over reservoir levels and food supply.

Russian drone attack kills two at Ukraine-Moldova border crossing
Russian drones strike Ukraine-Moldova border in Odesa, killing two and injuring three civilians, officials confirm.

Ben Shelton shocks Carlos Alcaraz in five sets to win US Open quarterfinal
Shelton comes through in a 6-7 (5-7), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10-6) epic against defending champion Alcaraz.

What ‘right’ and ‘left’ mean in Israel today
In Israel, the left-right divide is shaped less by economics than by positions on Palestinian statehood and occupation.

Medicine shortages grow in Iran as US tightens sanctions, blockade
Many Iranians cannot access or afford life-saving drugs, but authorities say pharmaceutical sector will not collapse.

Why Nepal is demanding climate justice and compensation after deadly floods
Nepal's politicians have said the country is bearing the brunt for climate change caused by other nations.

Asian Games athletes forced to evacuate amid record rainfall in Japan
Rainwater leaked into competition venues a day before some preopening ceremony competitions beginning on Thursday.

As SDF disband in Syria, Kurds ponder how to secure their rights
As the Kurdish forces dissolve, experts express concern if their rights will be won through democratic means.

New Hampshire primary results: Key takeaways for US midterm elections
The GOP aims to gain a New England foothold as Democrats strive to retain the Senate seat.

Why US-Iran war over Hormuz is threatening the Gulf’s waters
US-Iran attacks on tankers around Hormuz are raising fears of devastating oil spills across the Gulf.

Israel’s war leaves Lebanon’s schools balancing students and the displaced
Schools in Lebanon are set to start on September 15, but many still host people displaced by Israel's war.

Jessica Pegula beats Emma Navarro to set up Sabalenka semifinal at US Open
Pegula claims a 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 win over Navarro in an all-American quarterfinal and will face Sabalenka on Thursday.

600-year-old tomb of pre-Incan Chimu kingdom found in Peru
Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered an almost intact Chimu funerary platform.

The case for the US going back to the firing squad
John Malcolm of the Meese Institute tells Al Jazeera that the US should ‘go back to a firing squad’.

Cluster munitions kill, wound over 1,000 globally in 2025
The 1,063 global casualties in 2025 one of the highest annual tolls on record, a report has found.

Global Times

Xi extends Teachers' Day greetings, urges nurturing capable youth for national rejuvenation
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended greetings to teachers and educators across the country ahead of Teachers' Day, which is ...

Chinese firms plan to build 100,000-GPU AI cluster to boost AI computing infrastructure
Chinese cloud service provider JD Cloud and GPU maker Moore Threads are teaming up to build a 100,000-GPU intelligent computing ...

US should refrain from making unfounded accusations against China, says FM on US agencies alleging Chinese AI firms systematically mined American models
It is hoped that the US side will earnestly implement the important common understandings reached by the two heads of ...

Chinese expert warns political intervention harms US automakers' competitiveness as US administration criticizes Ford over China ties
The US administration on Tuesday criticized Ford Motor over its ties with Chinese companies, with Washington's political intervention reaching deeper ...

Normal China-Canada defense dialogue needs no third-party approval: Global Times editorial

Are China's soaring auto exports really the result of 'overcapacity'?: Global Times editorial
Global Times

No refrigerators in Beijing? Taiwan region urgently needs to correct its understanding of the mainland: Hai Feng
Hai Feng

GT Voice: Will China-India economic, trade relations move forward at BRICS Summit?
Global Times

Tourism providers pivot to deeper, immersive experiences amid 'China travel' boom
For decades, the Terracotta Warriors army has been a must-see for foreign tourists in China. Viewing the over 2,000-year-old army in person is an astonishing experience, and yet today's travelers increasingly seek experiences that go beyond the typical postcard view. Just across the street from ...

China-Laos 'Peace Train-2026' joint exercise kicks off, focusing on typhoon medical rescue
Mukbanger, 24, dies of cardiac arrest reportedly linked to low potassium

Mukbanger, 24, dies of cardiac arrest reportedly linked to low potassium
China-Laos 'Peace Train-2026' joint exercise kicks off, focusing on typhoon medical rescue

China recognizes 11 new occupations as new industries create fresh roles
China on Wednesday officially recognized 11 new occupations and 23 new specialties under existing occupations, reflecting evolving labor demand driven by technological advances, industrial upgrading and changing consumer needs. ... Mudslide-affected people return home in Gyirong Town, China's Xizang People prepare to take vehicles and return home at a temporary relocation site in Gyirong Town, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Sept. 7, 2026. A fast-moving chain mudslide, triggered by ... China's top diplomat holds talks with Qatari PM; Gulf states 'looking East' amid region conflicts: expert China is the most reliable and long-term partner in Qatar's development process, and is willing to maintain communication and cooperation with Qatar on international and regional affairs, Chinese Foreign Minister ...

Mudslide-affected people return home in Gyirong Town, China's Xizang
China recognizes 11 new occupations as new industries create fresh roles China on Wednesday officially recognized 11 new occupations and 23 new specialties under existing occupations, reflecting evolving labor demand driven by technological advances, industrial upgrading and changing consumer needs. ... People prepare to take vehicles and return home at a temporary relocation site in Gyirong Town, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Sept. 7, 2026. A fast-moving chain mudslide, triggered by ... China's top diplomat holds talks with Qatari PM; Gulf states 'looking East' amid region conflicts: expert China is the most reliable and long-term partner in Qatar's development process, and is willing to maintain communication and cooperation with Qatar on international and regional affairs, Chinese Foreign Minister ...

China's top diplomat holds talks with Qatari PM; Gulf states 'looking East' amid region conflicts: expert
China recognizes 11 new occupations as new industries create fresh roles China on Wednesday officially recognized 11 new occupations and 23 new specialties under existing occupations, reflecting evolving labor demand driven by technological advances, industrial upgrading and changing consumer needs. ... Mudslide-affected people return home in Gyirong Town, China's Xizang People prepare to take vehicles and return home at a temporary relocation site in Gyirong Town, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Sept. 7, 2026. A fast-moving chain mudslide, triggered by ... China is the most reliable and long-term partner in Qatar's development process, and is willing to maintain communication and cooperation with Qatar on international and regional affairs, Chinese Foreign Minister ...

Silk Road Maritime Forum kicks off in Xiamen with focus on shared growth, open cooperation
China improves investment mechanism to advance rural revitalization

China improves investment mechanism to advance rural revitalization
Silk Road Maritime Forum kicks off in Xiamen with focus on shared growth, open cooperation

China deepens reforms to advance new development model for real estate
Zhao Qinghong, a property sales manager in south China's Shenzhen City, has been busier than usual recently, as a new package of measures for the property market has brought prospective buyers to the residential project where he works.

DeepSeek to hire 150 engineers as AI race shifts to systems, applications
US should refrain from making unfounded accusations against China, says FM on US agencies alleging Chinese AI firms systematically mined American models It is hoped that the US side will earnestly implement the important common understandings reached by the two heads of state and refrain from making unfounded accusations against China. Both ... Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) developer DeepSeek on Tuesday opened about 150 new positions, targeting senior engineers with two to 10 years of experience. Unlike the company's broad recruitment drive in ... China's foreign trade expands 17.6% in Jan-Aug In the first eight months, China's foreign trade expanded 17.6 percent to 34.78 trillion yuan ($5.13 trillion), sustaining a double-digit growth momentum and highlighting the country's resilience despite a sluggish ...

China's foreign trade expands 17.6% in Jan-Aug
US should refrain from making unfounded accusations against China, says FM on US agencies alleging Chinese AI firms systematically mined American models It is hoped that the US side will earnestly implement the important common understandings reached by the two heads of state and refrain from making unfounded accusations against China. Both ... DeepSeek to hire 150 engineers as AI race shifts to systems, applications Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) developer DeepSeek on Tuesday opened about 150 new positions, targeting senior engineers with two to 10 years of experience. Unlike the company's broad recruitment drive in ... In the first eight months, China's foreign trade expanded 17.6 percent to 34.78 trillion yuan ($5.13 trillion), sustaining a double-digit growth momentum and highlighting the country's resilience despite a sluggish ...

Foreign students learn Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, China's Liaoning
Professor Dong Baoqiang demonstrates cupping therapy for foreign students at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Sept. 3, 2026. Liaoning University of Traditional ... Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall held in South Korea People watch a media art show during Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026. The event runs from Sept. 3 ... China to take on Puerto Rico for FIBA Women's World Cup quarterfinal berth China will face Puerto Rico on Wednesday for a place in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinals after a commanding 71-51 victory over Italy secured second place in Group ...

Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall held in South Korea
Foreign students learn Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, China's Liaoning Professor Dong Baoqiang demonstrates cupping therapy for foreign students at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Sept. 3, 2026. Liaoning University of Traditional ... People watch a media art show during Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026. The event runs from Sept. 3 ... China to take on Puerto Rico for FIBA Women's World Cup quarterfinal berth China will face Puerto Rico on Wednesday for a place in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinals after a commanding 71-51 victory over Italy secured second place in Group ...

China to take on Puerto Rico for FIBA Women's World Cup quarterfinal berth
Foreign students learn Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, China's Liaoning Professor Dong Baoqiang demonstrates cupping therapy for foreign students at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Sept. 3, 2026. Liaoning University of Traditional ... Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall held in South Korea People watch a media art show during Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026. The event runs from Sept. 3 ... China will face Puerto Rico on Wednesday for a place in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup quarterfinals after a commanding 71-51 victory over Italy secured second place in Group ...

AI joins the puzzle: Matching oracle bones and porcelain shards to reconstruct ancient history
A record of a solar eclipse from the Shang Dynasty (c.1600BC-1046BC) has been discovered among a set of oracle bones that had been pieced together. "The inscription uses the extremely rare phrase 'eclipse of the sun,' referring specifically to a partial solar eclipse," Mo Bofeng, a professor at ...

In pics: medals of 48th WorldSkills Competition
China's top court sets rules for AI deepfakes to regulate booming short-drama industry

China's top court sets rules for AI deepfakes to regulate booming short-drama industry
In pics: medals of 48th WorldSkills Competition

Svoboda.org

В Харьковской области БПЛА ударил по пассажирскому поезду
Семь человек пострадали

В Якутске поставили памятник участникам вторжения в Украину
На месте мемориала ссыльным полякам

Президент Сербии Вучич объявил внеочередные выборы в Скупщину
Они пройдут 25 октября

Зампредседателя "Яблока" Круглова отправили в больницу в СИЗО
У него воспаление плеча

США уничтожили 5 иранских танкеров, Иран стрелял по американским судам
Сообщается, что жертв нет

Четыре человека погибли при атаке ВСУ на Новороссийск. Атакован порт
29 человек пострадали

РФ ударила по пункту пропуска на границе Украины с Молдовой
В Киеве дрон попал в многоэтажку

В Оренбурге владельцу и сотрудникам бара Pose на насколько месяцев сократили сроки по первому в России делу об "ЛГБТ‑экстремизме"
Сотрудники бара не признали вину

Британия объявила о санкциях на товары из израильских поселений
Глава британского МИД обвинил поселенцев в "этнических чистках"

В Румынии задержан гражданин РФ по делу о подготовке диверсии
По данным следствия, задержанный фотографировал военные объекты

Мосгорсуд признал законным отказ в пересмотре дела Алексея Горинова
Об этом во вторник сообщает SOTAvision

Пассажиры с арестованного в Норвегии судна вернулись в Россию
Судно "Профессор Молчанов" было арестовано по иску "Нафтогаза"

В Кремле сообщили о телефонном разговоре Путина и Трампа
О беседе сообщил помощник Путина Ушаков

В Киеве ударным дроном атаковано здание телеканала "Мы - Украина"
Об этом сообщили сами журналисты и президент Зеленский

Ещё трёх кандидатов от "Яблока" сняли с выборов в Госдуму
В Челябинске, Нижнем Новгороде и Московской области

Бывший политзаключённый Почобут вновь приехал в Беларусь
Он сохранил при обмене белорусский паспорт

Жителя Ярославля осудили за госизмену - он снимал могилы военных
И, как утверждается, отправлял фото в Украину

Венгрия высылает 10 сотрудников российского диппредставительства
За деятельность, несовместимую со статусом дипломата

Зеленский рассчитывает встретиться с Трампом в сентябре
И обсудить поставки ракет для ПВО

В британский пакет помощи Украине войдут ракеты "Пэтриот"
Общая стоимость пакета 100 млн фунтов

Africanews

Concerns over wildlife, water supply, as wildfire rages across Mount Kenya
A wildfire has burned about 8,700 hectares of vegetation on Mount Kenya since the fire was first reported on Sept 1, Mount Kenya Trust, an environmental conservation group, said.

'We are tired': Gambians struggle after months of power outages
After months of electricity outages which have recently grown more severe, residents of The Gambia are becoming desperate. Thousands took to the streets on Monday in protest over the blackouts, burning tyres and chanting against the president.

Uncertainty for Burundians in Kenya after president orders foreign-owned businesses closed
Burundians in Nairobi flocked to their embassy on Monday to get travel documents, days after Kenyan president William Ruto ordered the closure of small businesses run by foreigners.

Tunisian journalists protest after arrest of reporter
Dozens of journalists protested in Tunisia on Tuesday over the arrest of a reporter on money-laundering charges, accusations his lawyer said were unfounded

Senegal lawmakers push back against PM Lo over IMF agreement
The International Monetary Fund took centre stage on Tuesday during debates in Senegal's National Assembly. Laying out the government’s general policy statement, Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Mohamed Lo defended its recent agreement with the IMF on a three year aid programme worth $2.2 billion.

Foreigners in Kenya given 90 days to regularise documents
The Kenyan government on Tuesday gave foreigners running businesses in the country 90 days to obtain or update required documents, including work permits and business licenses. The move followed remarks by the president about foreign-owned businesses that sparked panic in immigrant communities.

WFP says Ebola response in Congo must include food aid
World Food Programme Country Director David Stevenson said the response to Ebola in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo must go beyond health care alone.

Man wanted over killing own family in UK pleads guilty to gun offenses in South Africa
A man wanted by British police over the killings of his wife and two daughters pleaded guilty Tuesday to firearms offenses in South Africa, where he was arrested in July while on the run.

Nepal marks 1 year since Gen Z-led violent revolt against corruption
Tuesday marked a year since Gen Z-led violent protests against widespread corruption in Nepal forced the then prime minister, K.P. Sharma Oli to resign.

South Africa renews legal bid to stop US auction of Nelson Mandela memorabilia
Mandela's eldest daughter, Makaziwe, authorised the sale to raise funds for a memorial garden near her father's grave in Qunu.

Kenya temporary amnesty eases fears among East African migrants
A temporary amnesty for undocumented East African migrants in Kenya after the government urged them to formally register at their embassies and further extended their stay in the country.

Houthi strikes set fire to Saudi oil sites wounding 73
Yemen's Houthis claimed on Tuesday a wave of attacks on oil facilities and utilities in Saudi Arabia’s south.

Jamaica takes slavery reparations campaign to King Charles
Britain abolished the slave trade in 1807 and slavery in 1834, but successive governments have rejected calls for reparations or a formal apology.

UN calls for immediate ceasefire as Sudan crisis deepens
The United Nations is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan, as drone attacks and the destruction of healthcare facilities deepen an already devastating humanitarian crisis.

African travellers face stricter biometric checks at 29 European borders
African travellers heading to Europe are being warned to expect stricter biometric checks and potentially longer queues at border crossings.

Iran raises petrol prices for heaviest users as economy struggles
Iranian drivers have long had some of the cheapest petrol in the world. But with the economy under pressure after months of war, authorities are hiking the price for its heaviest users.

DRC tightens state control over mining data in bid to boost influence over its vast mineral wealth
The policy comes as competition intensifies between the United States and China for access to critical minerals.

France: Accused people smugglers go on trial over deadly Channel accident
Fourteen people are to go on trial in France on Tuesday over the loss of 31 people including a seven-year-old child in 2021, in the deadliest small-boat crossing accident recorded in the Channel.

DRC: The Pygmies of Beni survive far from their ancestral lands [Africanews Today]
DRC: The Pygmies of Beni survive far from their ancestral lands [Africanews Today]

WHO coordinates expansion of Ebola treatment centre in DR Congo as death toll climbs
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has claimed more than 3,000 lives, according to latest figures from the World Health Organization (WHO). To support the fight against Ebola, WHO is coordinating and funding the expansion of the Lita treatment centre in Ituri province.

Tehran finalizing deal with Oman for temporary, safe route through Strait of Hormuz
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is nearing a standstill amid the Iran war. Now, Tehran says it’s finalizing a deal with Oman for a temporary, safe route through the strategic waterway.

Arab League urges restraint as regional tensions escalate
The Arab League gathers in Cairo as tensions escalate across the region. Maritime security in the Gulf is under growing strain after renewed Iran-U.S. exchanges, including attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.

Dangote refinery prepares major IPO to fund expansion
For Dangote, the stock market debut is not only about raising capital — it is also aimed at bringing more investors into one of Africa’s most ambitious industrial projects.

Sierra Leone ex-president Koroma returns after treason case dropped
Former Sierra Leone president Ernest Bai Koroma returned to his home country Sunday, where authorities welcomed him after treason charges against him over an alleged coup attempt were dropped

African languages find new life among a younger generation
With online learning, entertainment and new technology creating fresh opportunities, advocates hope the resurgence can give Africa’s languages a stronger place in the modern world.

Sudan’s economic crisis deepens as prices soar and wages collapse
Sudan’s deepening economic crisis is putting basic necessities increasingly out of reach for families, as the country’s currency continues to lose value and prices surge across markets.

DRC: Displaced Pygmy community struggles far from the forest
In Beni, eastern DRC, families from the Indigenous Pygmee community are living in extreme hardship after fleeing violence attributed to the ADF. Since May 2026, they have found refuge in Boikene, far from their forests and traditional means of subsistence.

Husband of Tanzania's president dies while undergoing treatment
The husband of Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan died Monday while undergoing treatment in a hospital in Zanzibar, the country’s vice president said.

Zanzibar's Freddie Mercury Museum showcases life of legendary Queen frontman
The Freddie Mercury Museum in Zanzibar showcases the life and times of the music icon in the very house where he was born Farrokh Bulsara, 80 years ago, and where he spent his childhood

Kinshasa wedding fire kills 12 in Democratic Republic of Congo
Twelve people have died after a fire ripped through a wedding party in the capital of Democratic Republic of Congo, the government said on Sunday.

Carbon credit financing offers boost to clean cooking initiatives
Carbon credit financing is making clean cooking affordable and accessible to households across Africa, boosting efforts to reduce pollution.

UN creates international day for elimination of child marriage
The United Nations has designated November 27 as an International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early and Forced Marriage, following a resolution led by Sierra Leone and adopted by the General Assembly.

May el-Toukhy's ‘Woman Unknown’ premieres in Venice
The period film is the sole female-directed entry in this year’s Venice competition, down from six of 21 films last year. Venice artistic director Alberto Barbera called the figure a “historic low in recent years”

Egypt TV presenter Sarah Khalifa sentenced to death in drug case
Egyptian television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 other people have been sentenced to death after being convicted of drug trafficking and other offences, state-owned Al-Ahram reported.

Libya arrests five people in connection with drone strikes on refinery
Authorities in western Libya have arrested five people including foreigners who were involved in a recent string of drone attacks on a major energy complex, the Tripoli-based government said on Sunday.

Cape Verde declares two days of mourning for 25 victims of bus crash
Cape Verde began two days of mourning on Sunday after a bus crash on the island of Fogo killed 25 people, most of them children and teenagers.

Mourners in Algeria bid farewell to 10-year-old boy trapped for days in well
Mourners in Algeria bade farewell to ten-year-old Ayoub Hadaf on Sunday, one day after his body was recovered from a well where he’d been trapped for four days.

Cape Verde's President Neves attends funeral of bus crash victims
Cape Verde’s President Jose Maria Neves attended the funeral on Sunday of some of the victims of a bus crash on the country’s Fogo Island. The accident killed at least 25 people, most of them children and teenagers.

Ebola burial team in DRC works under threats as virus continues to spread
As the Ebola epidemic continues to spread through eastern DR Congo, the death toll now stands at more than 3,000 people. Because of the risk of contagion, victims have to buried in accordance with strict protocols.

African Women's Volleyball: A new era of competition
African women’s volleyball is expanding its reach. More countries are taking part in competitions, new teams are making progress and the hierarchy is becoming less predictable. The 2026 African Women’s Volleyball Championship in Nairobi provided another illustration of this shift.

At least 25 dead in Cape Verde bus crash, most of them children and teenagers
At least 25 people, mostly children and teenagers, were killed in a bus crash on Cape Verde's Fogo Island, public radio network RCV said on Sunday.

Algerian rescue workers recover body of 10-year-old boy trapped in well
Rescue operations ended Saturday night in northwestern Algeria for a 10-year-old boy trapped in a well. Ayoub Hadaf died in the well despite the rescue operations that had been underway for several days, his grandfather, Ahmed Hadef, and officials announced on Saturday night.

Iraq facing petrol shortage as Middle East war chokes off supplies
Drivers formed long lines outside fuel stations in Baghdad on Saturday as gasoline supplies dropped in oil-rich Iraq due to import disruptions caused by the Middle East war.

Togo's sacred Voodoo stone augers year of peace and prosperity
Togo's sacred Voodoo stone promises year of peace, purity and prosperity at annual Ekpessosso festival in Aneho.

Investigation underway into cause of deadly Kinshasa wedding fire
An investigation is underway into a fire at a wedding party in Congo's capital Kinshasa left at least 22 people dead, the regional mayor said Saturday.

Kenya braces for heavy rainfall as UN says El Niño to strenghten
The United Nations’ climate agency warned this week that El Niño is expected to strengthen further in the coming months, bringing risks of extreme weather into 2027. In Kenya, weather experts said the phenomenon could cause above-normal rains between October and December.

Masked anti-immigration protesters disrupt UK's Dover port
Dozens of masked anti-immigration protesters blocked roads leading to Britain’s busiest ferry port on Saturday, clogging traffic and disrupting travellers and cargo vehicles heading for France.

Niger blames France for inciting failed mutiny, Paris denies involvement
Niger has blamed France for inciting last week’s failed military mutiny, according ‌to a government statement read on television on Friday. Paris has denied any involvement in the attack.

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices as US and Iran both claim control
Tensions are ongoing over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz as both the United States and Iran are claiming control of the waterway. A recent escalation of the attacks in the region is driving oil prices in several countries.

São Tomé and Príncipe President Carlos Vila Nova sworn in for second term
São Tomé and Príncipe President Carlos Vila Nova was officially sworn in for a second five-year term on Thursday, in a ceremony attended by several heads of state and government.