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Watch: How the collapse of a glacier caused such devastation
At least 270 people have died in the massive flash floods, while more than 800 others are missing.

'My family members were swept away': Survivors describe horror
One woman says her father, mother, sister and sister's children were carried away before her eyes.

UK salmonella cases nearing 500 as egg investigations continue
Close to 500 people have become ill with salmonella linked to imported eggs, say UK authorities who are investigating more clusters.

Dame Jenni Murray died days after car crash, inquest hears
The former presenter of BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour died earlier this year, eight days after the collision.

In pictures: The dotty world of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who has died aged 97
Kusama was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of visitors.

Convicted Bosnian Serb war criminal Mladić dies aged 84
He was jailed for life in 2017 for genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity during the wars in the ex-Yugoslavia in 1992-95.

Top Gear to return to TV four years after Flintoff crash, BBC confirms
The show was "rested" after co-host Andrew Flintoff was injured in a crash during filming in 2022.

Number of asylum seekers in hotels halves in a year
Figures released today by the Home Office show that there was also a fall across legal migration arrivals, asylum claims and small boat arrivals.

Norway's royal family gathers at King Harald's bedside as his condition worsens
The 89-year-old has been in hospital for over a week receiving treatment for a rare blood condition.

One in eight young people still out of work or education ahead of major review
Just under one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment or training (Neet).

What we know so far
Hundreds have died in flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

Two teenagers, 13 and 14, among 33 UK nationals missing in disaster
Nepali police says 359 bodies have been recovered, while over 1,300 are still missing in total, according to authorities.

Collapsed glacier likely caused devastating Nepal-Tibet floods, scientists say
Preliminary investigations by scientists have pointed to a collapsed glacier as the cause, highlighting the issue of rapidly melting Himalayan ice.

Watch: Rescue teams pull survivors from thick mud
At least 160 people have been killed along the Nepal-Tibet border as rescuers struggle to reach the disaster zone.

A biopic, a coffee brand and dog treats among Dolly Parton's business projects still to come
"Dolly worked up until the day she died," her manager says, as her upcoming projects are revealed.

Mladić and the monstrous crimes of the 'Butcher of Bosnia'
The Bosnian Serb commander led a campaign of ethnic cleansing during the Bosnian conflict.

Moon set to turn red as rare partial lunar eclipse graces UK skies on Friday
The Moon could glow an eerie red in the early hours of Friday but cloud cover may spoil the spectacle for some parts of the UK.

Want your job application to stand out? Employers say they look for these six skills
Experts have identified six key skills that will count as much as qualifications in getting and keeping a job in the coming decade.

Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you - here's what to know
The UK government claimes panels could help homes "significantly cut" energy bills.

Off to Reading or Leeds? Here's your guide to festival make-up (without the toxins)
Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.

From lighting to vintage gems: Five ways to spruce up your rental
Experts share tips on how to make a flat or house feel like your own without annoying the landlord.

World's first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery has tumour removed
Without brain surgery guided by live AI assistance, Rhys Hibbert could have lost his sight to a tumour.

Burnham calls summit of Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish first ministers
The announcement came as the prime minister makes first official visit to Wales since taking office.

Residents need to feel safe after deadly crash and fire near Middlesbrough, council leader says
Teesside MPs and a council leader say communities need to feel safe after the incidents over the past week.

Bobby Vylan faces no further action over IDF chant
The controversial performer was investigated after chanting at an Al Quds Day demonstration in London.

Thieves steal Bronze Age artifacts from Spanish museum in four-minute heist
The Treasure of Villena is a unique trove of almost ten kilos of gold, bowls, bottles and bracelets dating back to the Bronze Age.

Thunderstorm warnings remain for parts of UK but drought continues
The Met Office has updated its yellow warnings for Thursday with the chance of flash flooding and travel disruption across England and Wales.

Hackers steal data from millions of airport customers
About 8.7 million customers had their data accessed, Manchester Airport Group says.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Land In The UK
What will Prince Harry and Meghan’s new life in the Cotswolds look like?

Archive footage and exclusive interviews in a landmark documentary
Creating an icon. How a girl from the Smoky Mountains conquered Nashville – and the world

Dolly Parton's most iconic BBC moments and timeless hits
Look back at her greatest moments with hits such as Jolene, 9 to 5 and Islands in the Stream

Carragher facing bankruptcy petition over unpaid tax claim
Former Liverpool and England player turned pundit Jamie Carragher faces being declared bankrupt over an unpaid tax bill.

Grealish keen on Everton, Man City look at Ndiaye
Jack Grealish's preference would be to make a return to Everton should he leave Manchester City in the remaining days of the transfer window, sources have told BBC Sport.

Fan backlash as gay World Cup star joins Saudi club
Spain forward Esther Gonzalez attracts backlash after signing for Saudi Women's Premier League side Al Qadsiah.

Police investigating alleged assault in Carse incident
An incident during which Brydon Carse was handcuffed is being investigated by Derbyshire Police, who say they are looking into allegations of assault.

'What a morning!' - England's first session to forget at Lord's
After winning the toss, Pakistan take full advantage of the conditions at Lord's, reducing England to 80-4 at lunch on day one of the second Test.

Al Jazeera

Six months after US strike on Iran school, parents still grieve
Six months after a US missile strike on an Iranian school killed at least 170 people, most of them children.

Israeli settlers targeting Palestinian factories to force workers off land
Settler violence threatens to collapse the fragile Palestinian economy.

World Cup 2034 hosts Saudi Arabia back Infantino amid FIFA crisis
Saudi football federation says it supports Infantino's ​'efforts' as he garners support to remain in power as president.

Bosnian Serb convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic dies
Reports say 'butcher of Bosnia' died in a UN prison hospital in The Hague, Netherlands.

Russia warns it could target UK in response to Kyiv firing British missiles
Foreign ministry warns against 'terrorism' of firing long-range British cruise missiles at targets in Russia.

Sri Lanka salvage draw in second Test after battling Dinusha denies India
Dinusha's 133 not out, his second century of the match and third in four innings, helps the hosts avoid defeat.

Thieves raid bronze age collection in ‘super-fast’ Spain museum heist
It is not immediately known how many of the 50-plus mainly gold objects from the Treasure of Villena were taken.

Alvarez will not be sold to Barcelona, but Atletico open to other offers
Atletico Madrid rule out a transfer to the La Liga rivals for Alvarez, who is also reportedly being targeted by Arsenal.

Yaya Toure becomes first African coach to lead a team into Champions League
Ivory Coast legend Toure takes Slovan Bratislava into the group phase two months after joining the Slovakian club.

Al Jazeera reports from hospital in flood-hit Nepal
Al Jazeera reports from hospital in Kathmandu, after flash floods swept through several districts in Nepal.

Satellite images show destruction from Nepal-Tibet floods
A glacier collapse high in the Himalayas on Wednesday triggered catastrophic flooding along the Nepal-Tibet border.

Trial for 9/11 accused, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, set for June 2028
After two decades at Guantánamo Bay, trials for four alleged 9/11 conspirators have been set for 2028.

Is Iran war diplomacy ramping up, as Qatar, Oman, Pakistan officials visit?
There are signs both sides could be ready to de-escalate, at least militarily, analysts say.

Norway’s King Harald in ‘extremely serious’ condition, palace says
Europe's oldest reigning monarch has been in hospital in Oslo since August 17, suffering from a blood disease.

Kenya’s world record holder Sawe withdraws from Berlin Marathon
An undisclosed injury has forced Sebastian Sawe to withdraw from next month's Berlin Marathon.

Six months of the Iran war – as told through Trump’s social media posts
How a war was announced, prosecuted, declared won, negotiated and then reopened, all in the president's own words.

Police probe ‘assault allegations’ in cricketer Carse-linked incident
Unclear whether England cricketer Brydon Carse had a role in the alleged assault being investigated by police.

Italy withdraws support for Infantino, but Cannavaro backs FIFA chief
Italian Football Federation says its decision is based on Infantino's recent initiatives on international competitions.

Nepal-Tibet floods: What is a glacial collapse, how common is it?
More than 165 people are killed in floods triggered by a huge glacial collapse near Nepal-China border.

How far will the US-Canada trade war go?
Canada and the US risk a full-scale trade war after a breakdown in talks.

Trump crosses Lake Ontario on map, renames it ‘Lake America’
US President Donald Trump posted a video of him crossing out Lake Ontario on a map and writing ‘Lake America’ instead.

How a 95 percent drop in Hormuz traffic changed global shipping
A crisis in one narrow passage has disrupted an industry that carries about 80 percent of the world’s trade.

Photos: More than 1,300 missing in Nepal and Tibet after deadly floods
Glacier collapse sends floods over Nepal-China border, killing at least 330 and leaving more than 1,300 missing.

Malaysia’s former PM Ismail Sabri charged with concealing assets
Sabri, 66, pleaded not guilty to allegedly failing to provide a complete declaration of assets.

Chaos mars Fenerbahce’s Champions League qualifying win over Lyon
Fenerbahce's French midfielder Guendouzi was attacked by Lyon fans after he mocked them at the end of the match.

Global Times

China races to rescue 558 missing after mudslide in Xizang region as PLA, emergency teams and relief forces converge on disaster zone
Chinese authorities have mobilized rescue forces on multiple fronts after a devastating mudslide originating on the Nepalese side of the ...

Chinese premier arrives at mudslide-hit area in Xizang
Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived at Gyirong Township in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region Thursday afternoon, after a massive mudslide ...

US statement lacks factual evidence and turns facts on their head: China rejects US allegations of cyberattack
China strongly deplores and firmly opposes the US once again smearing it under the pretext of cybersecurity, Chinese Foreign Ministry ...

EU split widens over 'Made in Europe' rules as expert warns protection may backfire
Divisions are widening within the European Union (EU) over how far the bloc should go in shielding its industries from ...

Targeting Chinese-funded steel plant, Manila is nothing more than a puppet: Global Times editorial

'No refrigerators in Beijing'? The DPP is pushing Taiwan toward a 'low-IQ society'
Hai Feng

West's 'competition' narrative won't overshadow Arctic cooperation
Global Times

Japan-US-Australia 'Oriental Shield 26' expands at the cost of regional stability
Global Times

8-point consensus reached during 25th round of China-India boundary talks
The 25th round of talks between the special representatives of China and India on the boundary question, which was held on Tuesday in Beijing, achieved an 8-point consensus, the Xinhua News Agency reported on Wednesday, citing press release by the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

Vietnamese PM vows to safeguard development interests of Chinese enterprises
China's MSS warns of foreign spy attacks targeting networked drones

China's MSS warns of foreign spy attacks targeting networked drones
Vietnamese PM vows to safeguard development interests of Chinese enterprises

Citizens help researchers map Shanghai's hidden wildlife, preserve biodiversity
Amid the skyscrapers of Shanghai, residents armed with acoustic sensors are teaming up with researchers to track the city's hidden bat population. Zhou Xinran and her 8-year-old ... Think tank report explores profound shift in global perceptions of China; country could be most aspired-to major economy by 2050 Global perceptions of China are undergoing their most profound structural shift since the end of the Cold War, and China is expected to become the major economy that people around ... South Korean police probe murder of Chinese student; Consulate tells GT it is in close contact with police, victim's family South Korean police launched an investigation and unveiled further case details on Wednesday, one day after announcing the arrest of a Chinese man, in his 30s, on suspicion of murdering ...

Think tank report explores profound shift in global perceptions of China; country could be most aspired-to major economy by 2050
Citizens help researchers map Shanghai's hidden wildlife, preserve biodiversity Amid the skyscrapers of Shanghai, residents armed with acoustic sensors are teaming up with researchers to track the city's hidden bat population. Zhou Xinran and her 8-year-old ... Global perceptions of China are undergoing their most profound structural shift since the end of the Cold War, and China is expected to become the major economy that people around ... South Korean police probe murder of Chinese student; Consulate tells GT it is in close contact with police, victim's family South Korean police launched an investigation and unveiled further case details on Wednesday, one day after announcing the arrest of a Chinese man, in his 30s, on suspicion of murdering ...

South Korean police probe murder of Chinese student; Consulate tells GT it is in close contact with police, victim's family
Citizens help researchers map Shanghai's hidden wildlife, preserve biodiversity Amid the skyscrapers of Shanghai, residents armed with acoustic sensors are teaming up with researchers to track the city's hidden bat population. Zhou Xinran and her 8-year-old ... Think tank report explores profound shift in global perceptions of China; country could be most aspired-to major economy by 2050 Global perceptions of China are undergoing their most profound structural shift since the end of the Cold War, and China is expected to become the major economy that people around ... South Korean police launched an investigation and unveiled further case details on Wednesday, one day after announcing the arrest of a Chinese man, in his 30s, on suspicion of murdering ...

Profits of China's major industrial firms up 17.6 pct in first seven months
EU split widens over 'Made in Europe' rules as expert warns protection may backfire

US grid equipment ban a 'political show,' contradicts real industrial needs: experts
The US latest executive order banning certain foreign-made equipment from the US power grid has been dismissed by Chinese experts as a "political show" - one that exposes a fundamental contradiction: Washington relies heavily on Chinese-made equipment to keep its aging power grid and artificial intelligence (AI) boom ...

China opposes practice of overstretching national security concept: FM on US banning foreign equipment from US energy grid
China has always opposed the practice of overstretching the concept of national security and suppressing enterprises from other countries, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday, responding to ... EU split widens over 'Made in Europe' rules as expert warns protection may backfire Divisions are widening within the European Union (EU) over how far the bloc should go in shielding its industries from foreign competition, as France pushes for tougher "Made in Europe" ... US grid equipment ban a 'political show,' contradicts real industrial needs: experts The US latest executive order banning certain foreign-made equipment from the US power grid has been dismissed by Chinese experts as a "political show" - one that exposes a fundamental ...

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97
Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ... Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube "Is BiliBili looking to take on YouTube?!" An overseas user named ChaOtik posted the question on X after seeing Bilibili's official creator account launch a new account, adding that if ...

Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ... Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube "Is BiliBili looking to take on YouTube?!" An overseas user named ChaOtik posted the question on X after seeing Bilibili's official creator account launch a new account, adding that if ...

Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ... "Is BiliBili looking to take on YouTube?!" An overseas user named ChaOtik posted the question on X after seeing Bilibili's official creator account launch a new account, adding that if ...

Wuxi Symphony Orchestra shares Chinese cultural charm with Italian audiences through music
Under the stars on Tuesday night, the powerful and expressive sound of suona soloist Zhang Qianyuan filled an open-air amphitheater in the Italian town of Tuscania. The vibrant notes of the traditional Chinese wind instrument evoked the ancient Silk Road heritage of Dunhuang, in northwest China's Gansu Province, ...

165-million-year-old katydids provide first evidence of ancient ultrasonic communication
Chinese anti-war hit about chef's restaurant refuge to go global after $253 million mainland run

Chinese anti-war hit about chef's restaurant refuge to go global after $253 million mainland run
165-million-year-old katydids provide first evidence of ancient ultrasonic communication

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Россия объявила персоной нон грата сотрудника посольства Румынии
В ответ на высылку российского дипломата

Умер осужденный за геноцид в Сребренице Ратко Младич
Он скончался в следственном изоляторе в Гааге

Число погибших при пожаре на Амурском ГХК выросло до 15
Поисково-спасательные работы завершены

Во Франции автомобиль въехал в группу людей. Погибли два человека
Полицейские задержали уроженца России

В Петербурге взорвался автомобиль: погиб военнослужащий
Его жена госпитализирована с тяжелыми ранениями

Наводнение в Непале: погибли 353 человека, более 1000 пропали без вести
Среди пропавших без вести – сотни иностранцев

Суд в Армении постановил арестовать бывшего президента Роберта Кочаряна
Сам Кочарян находится в больнице

СМИ: глава ЦРУ предостерег Москву от нападения на страны НАТО
Джон Рэтклифф приехал в Россию с ненаносированным визитом 25 августа

Крупнейший в мире контейнерный перевозчик прекратил работу с портом Новороссийска
Крупнейший в мире контейнерный перевозчик Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) остановил приём новых заказов на доставку грузов в порт Новороссийска и из него. Причиной стала атака БПЛА на одно из судов компании. Как сообщило агентство Bloomberg, под удар попал контейнеровоз MSC ULSAN III. Когда это произошло, перевозчик не уточнил. Согласно данным сервиса Starboard Maritime Intelligence, изученным журналистами The Insider, судно вышло из Стамбула 22 августа и следовало на восток по...

Украинские беспилотники атаковали склады Ozon в Оренбурге и Уфе
В компании заявили, что один объект получил незначительные повреждения

В РФ в июле произвели на 19% меньше нефтепродуктов, чем год назад
Но больше, чем в июне

Блогера Илью Ремесло оставили в СИЗО
Его обвиняют по статье о фейках об армии

Венгрия признала Россию угрозой для страны и Европы
При Викторе Орбане Будапешт так не считал

Умер венгерский писатель Петер Надаш, автор "Книги воспоминаний"
Надаш - лауреат множества литературных премий

Суд восстановил кандидатуру Матвеева из КПРФ на выборах в Госдуму
Его снимали с выборов за использование шрифтов Microsoft

Топ-менеджеров из Югры обвинили в финансировании "Правого сектора"
Среди них директор компании "Обьнефтеремонт"

Пасечник заявил о гибели 9 человек при ударе ВСУ по автобусу
Независимых подтверждений этого нет

Трамп о визите директора ЦРУ в РФ: "Работаем, чтобы закончить войну"
Трамп надеется, что возможно он "к чему-нибудь приведёт"

Мэрия Екатеринбурга отказалась устанавливать памятник Сталину
Инициативная группа намерена дойти до президента

Катастрофическое наводнение и оползни в Непале: сотни жертв
Около 500 туристов числятся пропавшими

Africanews

An endangered frog living in the middle of South Africa's Cape Town
The micro frog - or Microbatrachella capensis - is barely the size of an adult thumbnail and lives in a wetland in the middle of a horse racing track.

Death toll from Algeria wildfires rises to 12, dozens injured
Wildfires are tearing through northeastern Algeria, killing 12 people and injuring dozens.

Nepal flash flood: dramatic footage shows Rasuwa valley engulfed
Dramatic footage shows a flash flood tearing through Nepal’s Rasuwa district, killing 157 people and leaving hundreds missing.

ICC Chief Tomoko Akane vows to defend court after U.S. sanctions
Akane said she had no reason to be targeted and urged Japan, a U.S. ally and ICC member, to press Washington not to escalate the measures.

Fear and mistrust among communities undermine Ebola response efforts
Ebola is spreading in eastern DR Congo and fear and mistrust are putting response efforts at risk. Health workers say better coordination, stronger communication, and local leaders are at the heart of the response.

Ugandan forces showcase skills at military competition amid Gaza deployment row
Teams from across Uganda’s Defense Forces showcased their skills this week at the 2026 edition of the Interforces Drill Competition. The event comes amid controversy over the deployment of soldiers to the Gaza Strip, as part of the International Stabilisation Force.

Nigerian armed groups raise nearly $6 Million in ransoms, study finds
Security is expected to be a major issue in Nigeria's January elections, when President Bola Tinubu will seek a second term.

Ecowas : will the ECO finally become a reality in 2027? [Business Africa]
After more than two decades of delays, ECOWAS is once again promising to launch the single currency.

WHO confirms Uganda Ebola-free, as virus continues to spread in DRC
The World Health Organization has confirmed the end of Uganda’s Ebola outbreak, but the virus continues to spread in the DRC at a rate alarming health officials.

China tells citizens to leave Taiwan-allied Eswatini
China has told its citizens to immediately leave Eswatini, citing security risks in the African nation that is one of Taiwan's few remaining diplomatic allies.

District official charged with homicide over ferry disaster that killed 97 people
Zimbabwe police said Wednesday they had arrested a district official on criminal charges of culpable homicide after the sinking of a government-run ferry that claimed at least 97 lives.

Senegalese company produces first Africa-made treatment for sickle cell disease
Africa accounts for nearly 80 per cent of cases of the inherited red blood cell disorder but has relied on expensive imported medication.

Tunisian coastal town mourn death of residents who drowned at sea
Funerals have taken place for 8 of the 15 migrants who drowned after the boat they were in sank in the Meditteranean.

Kenyan farmers use fertiliser made by bugs to reverse soil degradation
Redworms and black soldier fly larvae are turning organic waste into compost that is better for the soil and improves productivity.

Uganda President’s son Muhoozi announces 2031 presidential bid
Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced plans to run for president in 2031, signalling a possible bid to succeed his father, President Yoweri Museveni.

Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi resigns
Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has resigned, saying he wants to respect President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s wishes.

‘It’s the people who suffer’: Cubans decry US embargo extension
Cubans struggling with blackouts, fuel shortages and soaring prices voiced frustration after the United States extended its decades-old trade embargo on the island for another year.

China's President Xi to hold talks with Egyptian counterpart in Cairo
The two are expected to exchange views on bilateral ties and ⁠international ​and regional issues of ​common concern.

Kenyan mothers die by the hundreds in childbirth as health care remains weak
Kilifi County in Kenya saw 532 mothers die for every 100,000 live births while the national average was 355 deaths, according to the latest government data in 2022.

Iran, Oman agree temporary Strait of Hormuz corridor
Iran and Oman have agreed on a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz to allow commercial vessels to transit the strategic waterway, as Tehran dismissed U.S. claims that mines had been cleared and warned that the strait could remain closed unless its conditions are met.

Police race to respond after gangs storm Kenscoff, kidnapping dozens
Police in Haiti are scrambling to respond after armed men attacked Kenscoff, a once-peaceful community near Port-au-Prince. At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 kidnapped in one of the country’s largest mass abductions in years.

Atlantic storm Dolly not Linked to Dolly Parton's death
The next tropical storm that develops in the Atlantic this hurricane season will be named Dolly, but the timing is pure coincidence and has no connection to Dolly Parton’s death Tuesday.

Dolly Parton, country music icon,dies at 80, after a remarkable career spanning music, film and philanthropy
From a log cabin in rural Tennessee to the world's biggest stages, Dolly Parton built a career that transcended music — leaving behind a legacy of songs, stories, laughter and generosity that touched generations.

Nigeria orders manhunt after deadly mass kidnapping
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has ordered security forces to track down gunmen accused of killing dozens of people and abducting residents from four villages in Niger state.

Thousands gather in Lagos Nigeria to celebrate Prophet Muhammad’s birth
Thousands of Muslim worshippers filled the streets of Lagos on Tuesday for Eid al-Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad with processions, prayers and religious activities. The celebration also highlighted messages of unity and peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims.

Guinea-Bissau to vote on constitution expanding presidential powers
The referendum is due to take place on August 30, followed by general elections in December. The vote is therefore being closely watched as Guinea-Bissau attempts to move from military rule back toward an elected government

Manchester United sign Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton
The move follows the departures of Casemiro and a serious knee injury to Manuel Ugarte, leaving United looking to strengthen in midfield.

Egypt: Sufi muslims celebrate Mawlid al-Nabawi in Cairo
Holding banners and saying religious chants, hundreds of Egyptian Muslims gathered in Cairo on Tuesday to mark the birth of prophet Mohammed.

Washington urges countries to cut economic ties with Tehran
The United States launched a new campaign against Iran, seeking to block all of its potential sources of revenue and telling nations to cut economic ties with Tehran. If countries fail to do so, Washington said they will face US retaliation.

Uganda: Investigations into former Speaker of the House dropped
Ugandan authorities have announced that investigations into the former Speaker of the House, Anita Among, have been dropped. In May, Among was confined to her home in Kampala, following a corruption probe.

Madrid declares Ceuta a “national security interest”
Nearly a month on, the situation in Ceuta remains tense. Around 80,000 people crossed illegally from Morocco into the Spanish enclave. Now, Spain has declared Ceuta a “national security interest” and is creating a new coordination body bringing several authorities together.

Tanzania vice president resigns, citing president’s desire for change
Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has resigned from office and announced his retirement from politics, saying he had become convinced that President Samia Suluhu Hassan wanted a different deputy.

Ethiopia bids to host Africa Cup of Nations 2028 after 52 years
Ethiopia is officially in the race to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, potentially bringing the continent’s biggest football tournament back to the country for the first time in more than 50 years.

DRC: WHO updates ebola recommendations for member states
As the Ebola outbreak continues to spread across the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organisation has updated temporary recommendations to member states.

Sudan’s short-stature footballers chase World Cup dream amid war
Sudan’s short-stature football team is battling war, displacement and limited resources as it prepares for a shot at the 2026 World Cup in Morocco. Despite the hardships, the players continue to train in Khartoum, determined to represent their country on the international stage.

Barrydale: South Africa’s small town becoming an artists’ haven
Surrounded by hiking trails, mountain passes, hot springs and antique shops, Barrydale offers attractions beyond its art scene. For now, residents say the challenge is to welcome new artists and visitors without losing the qualities that drew them there in the first place.

Zambia courts shut on final day for election challenge
For now, the closure leaves questions over whether the opposition will be able to secure judicial scrutiny of an election whose result has already become politically contested.

Sudanese Opposition rejects Burhan’s national dialogue
A major gathering of Sudanese political forces and civil society groups opposed to the war has ended in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

US urges tougher UN sanctions to pressure Sudan’s warring sides toward peace
The United States is pushing for tougher United Nations sanctions on Sudan’s warring parties, seeking to curb foreign military support and pressure the army and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to negotiate an end to a conflict that has killed at least 59,000 people and displaced some 13 million.

South Sudan: Two UN peacekeepers killed, seven injured
Armed men ambushed a patrol traveling to a remote area of South Sudan on Monday, killing two U.N. peacekeepers, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan said.

Rwanda’s Kagame Calls FDLR Disarmament Efforts ‘Superficial’
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has dismissed recent efforts to disarm the FDLR as “superficial”, saying no initiative so far has addressed what he considers the root causes of the threat. He warned that Rwanda would remain concerned as long as the armed group remains active.

Deadly gang attack leaves Haiti’s Kenscoff community reeling
The latest attack comes as Haiti prepares for general elections scheduled for December 13 — the country's first in more than a decade. Voter registration is underway, but experts have warned that widespread insecurity could make holding credible elections extremely difficult.

DRC opposition urges Tshisekedi to abandon constitutional changes
With elections due in 2028, the opposition is seeking to build pressure against constitutional changes while also demanding an inclusive political process to address the country's security and economic crises.

Technology: crowds flock to Beijing for robot games
Sprinting and high jump were among the sports attempted by robots at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. Some have even broken world records, including Usain Bolt's 100-meter sprint world record.

Guinea: Landfill collapse in Conakry leaves dozens dead
At least 30 people have died after heavy rains caused a huge pile of waste to collapse. Authorities have promised to evacuate families still living near the site, which was already due to be closed.

Kenya: Designer turns to traditional clothesmaking methods
The founder of Mukabwa studios, Hillary Mukubwa uses hand looms to create clothes and fabrics in a bid to keep Kenya's cultural heritage alive.

Mission to verify DRC-M23 ceasefire gets underway in South Kivu
A mission to verify a fragile ceasefire between the Congolese army and Rwanda-backed M23 armed group was deployed Monday to the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo as the two sides traded accusations of abuses.

Uganda Pledges 1,200 Troops as Burundi Eyes Gaza Force
Uganda and Burundi have held talks in Israel about contributing troops to a proposed international security force for Gaza, as efforts to build the 20,000-strong mission gather pace. Uganda has approved about 1,200 personnel, while Burundi is still considering its participation.

Protests erupt in Tunisia after migrant boat sinks
The Tunisian city of Ben Guerdane erupted in protest on Saturday night one day after a boat carrying 15 migrants sank off the country's southeastern coast. Protesters blocked roads and set fire to tyres after the news of the shipwreck was announced.

Guinea: Conakry residents grapple with aftermath of landfill disaster
Residents in Guinea's capital Conakry have been left reeling after part of a landfill fell on to neighbouring homes following heavy rains. The incident has claimed 30 lives.