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Zack Polanski defends leadership after Zionism row and by-election loss
The Green Party leader has been criticised for his response to a motion passed by members declaring Zionism a form of racism.

Chris Mason: Polanski faces greatest crisis of his leadership so far
The Green leader faces pressure over his response to a party motion declaring Zionism a form of racism, as well as his by-election loss.

Firing squad execution to be livestreamed, Pentagon says
Pete Hegseth says the execution will be public, but a legal expert says the "unprecedented" decision is on "uncertain legal terrain".

Emotions run high at the round table as Celebrity Traitors banish two players
Viewers watched to see whether Richard E Grant could save himself at the first round table of the series.

As freezing winter approaches, Kyiv residents look for shelter elsewhere
A renewed Russian campaign of strikes on power and energy infrastructure has made some contemplate leaving Ukraine's capital.

Suspect linked to Monaco bomb attack on millionaire speaks to BBC
Vitalii Zhykovych gives his own account of the attempted assassination of Ukrainian-born businessman Vadym Yermolayev.

​​USS Lincoln finally docks in San Diego after 10-month mission
The US aircraft carrier was set to return in May but the war with Iran has kept it at sea on one of the longest deployments ever.

'Add me to WhatsApp' scam calls to be investigated
The UK's data watchdog is investigating a spike in complaints about "robo calls" that appear to lead to a recruitment scam.

Mark Zuckerberg has an image problem - so why is Meta's business booming?
A new film paints the Meta founder as a villain. But the tech firm seems immune to bad publicity, writes our North America tech correspondent.

£15m spent cleaning illegal waste supersite in ancient woodland
Concerns remain over the ancient Kent woodland's future after 39,500 tonnes of rubbish were cleared.

'I don't know what my partner earns': How soon into dating should you reveal your salary?
Talking about salary, spending habits and debt can be some of dating's trickier conversations.

'I rage and I don't care': Why women are reclaiming their anger
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it?

Will El Niño and the polar vortex bring snow to the UK this winter?
The developing El Niño may impact the UK's weather prospects this autumn and winter but cold conditions are far from guaranteed.

'Stark warning' over ADHD and 'Andrew wins legal fight'
A government review of ADHD and austism diagnoses and the police investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor lead Friday's papers.

Olivia Colman on viral Wicker memes: 'This has never happened to me before'
Steamy jokes have flooded social media ahead of the release of the actress's latest film.

Weekly quiz: How long did it take for Glastonbury tickets to sell out?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work?
The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.

Christa Pike has 'profound' health turnaround after botched execution, lawyers say
Pike's lawyers say her recovery is "remarkable" as they give an update on her condition after she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection.

ICE agent shoots man in New York City
The mayor of New York expressed outrage at the shooting which the Department of Homeland Security said happened during the arrest of a "criminal illegal alien".

Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after leaving UK
The Duke of Sussex says he had an "adrenaline crash" while visiting Vancouver Island to "get some space".

Cars torched and shops looted as anti-migrant violence erupts in South Africa
South Africa has experienced recurrent outbreaks of violence, often targeting migrants from neighbouring countries.

Adidas sues Australian label White Fox over four stripes design
The German sportswear brand wants the Sydney-based label to stop selling the clothes and pay damages.

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Maresca says 'feeling is fantastic' among Man City squad
Enzo Maresca says his players "don't care too much about the noise" surrounding Manchester City over the 115 Premier League charges.

Sutton's predictions v Starsailor frontman James Walsh
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Starsailor frontman James Walsh, plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

Cummins not worried about potential Khawaja revelations
Pat Cummins confirms he has spoken to Usman Khawaja about his former team-mate’s upcoming autobiography but the Australia captain says he has no concerns about potential sandpapergate revelations.

Ticket rises and more TV packages - why is price of sport increasing?
The price of sports tickets and TV subscriptions are on the rise - so what is behind the increases and how are they justified?

How can home nations reach Women's World Cup?
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland are among those hoping to qualify for next year's Women's World Cup. What awaits them in the play-offs?

Maresca will be demanding a siege mentality from Man City - Pulis
BBC Sport columnist Tony Pulis explains why Manchester City players have a great chance to show unity and togetherness when they travel to Anfield on Sunday.

Russell to take further grid penalty this season
George Russell says he will be taking a further grid penalty this season in addition to the one he has been hit with for the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Brazilian Supreme Court judge issues arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro
Arrest warrant for presidential candidate's brother is issued weeks before Brazil's runoff election.

From Aden to Sanaa, Yemenis struggle to deal with soaring living costs
As fighting intensifies, Yemenis face a deepening economic crisis, with unpaid salaries and rising prices.

How October 7 changed Lebanon and Hezbollah’s political reality
Analysts say Hezbollah's decision on October 8 to join a 'war of support' for Gaza changed Lebanon's political reality.

Photos: Gaza before and after – a city transformed by war
Archive and recent photos show how three years of war left Gaza's streets, landmarks and public spaces unrecognisable.

Mexico prison clash in strife-torn Sinaloa state leaves 10 dead
Nine inmates and one visitor killed in Sinaloa prison riot, local authorities say.

Uproar in NY after ICE shoots man with child in the car
There are protests and outrage in New York after ICE agents shot a man after surrounding his vehicle.

Northern Ireland’s Sinn Fein faces police probe as protest tensions fester
The Democratic Unionist Party calls for the prosecution of Sinn Fein lawmakers who participated in the protest.

ICE shooting of New York man in car with 5-year-old sparks protests
Mayor, governor and US lawmakers condemn the shooting by ICE, as the incident sparks protests in the city.

Christa Pike case underscores prevalence of botched executions in US
Experts say methods such as lethal injection promise a more humane form of execution but are frequently marred by mishap

Key takeaways from US Senate debate in Michigan between El-Sayed, Rogers
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers are locked in a toss-up race for the US Senate.

Protests, debate follow death of Maricarmen, 87, Spain protest symbol
Thousands of protesters honour Maricarmen Abascal's life, while tributes in Spanish parliament spark debate.

USS Abraham Lincoln returns after record-breaking deployment
Families embraced their loved ones as the USS Abraham Lincoln returned home to San Diego after more than 300 days at sea

UN extends Darfur arms embargo, blocks broader Sudan sanctions proposal
Russia and China block US efforts to expand the Darfur arms embargo to cover all of Sudan amid ongoing conflict.

USS Lincoln returns to US after long deployment supporting war on Iran
Crew members express relief after a record 265 days at sea that strained conditions on board.

A father’s agony after an Israeli air strike hits Gaza apartment
An Israeli air strike hit a building in Gaza City’s al-Sabra neighbourhood, killing several people, including children.

Will Ethiopia’s neighbours intervene as Tigray war escalates?
Tigray’s renewed war is testing Ethiopia’s already strained regional ties.

Iran war live: IRGC says it targets ‘violating’ ships nightly in Hormuz
Iranian media reported massive explosions in the southern Strait of Hormuz, with Fars citing unnamed military sources.

Kenyan patient suspected of Ebola infection tests negative
Preliminary lab results ease fears of a second case in Kenya, after the country reported its first-ever case this week.

Hegseth says firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will be ‘public’
An official at the Pentagon told Al Jazeera that former US Army Major Nidal Hasan's execution would be 'livestreamed'.

Man City charges: Mourinho jokes Premier League case will outlast him
Jose Mourinho, long an outspoken critic of Man City's spending, joked that the Premier League case could outlast him.

Israel kills or wounds Palestinian every 90 minutes in Gaza since ceasefire
Islamic Relief calls for global action as deadly Israeli attacks in Gaza continue and humanitarian conditions worsen.

Putin pledges Russia’s support to end US-led war on Iran
The Russian and Iranian presidents met in Turkmenistan ahead of regional summit.

French giants Bordeaux relegated to sixth tier for financial irregularities
Six-time French champions Bordeaux, the club where Zinedine Zidane made his name, to play in sixth tier after sanctions.

Four astronauts return to earth after an eight-month space mission
The crew completed a parachute-assisted splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California.

What Man City charges anger Liverpool before Premier League game?
Clubs reportedly want reimbursements after Man City charges - one of those, Liverpool, are first opponent in fallout.

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Flame for Changchun 2027 Winter Universiade lit in Turin
The flame for the Changchun 2027 Winter Universiade was lit Thursday in Turin, Italy, where the first World University Games ...

Chinese envoy condemns Japan's remilitarization push at UN, warns of threat to peace
A Chinese envoy on Thursday condemned Japan's accelerating remilitarization at the United Nations, warning that it had become a major ...

Chinese Mission to EU firmly opposes European Parliament report, urges respect for China's core interests
A spokesperson for the Chinese Mission to the European Union (EU) on Friday expressed strong dissatisfaction with and firm opposition ...

China's space station to become global research platform: China's first astronaut
Yang Liwei, China's first astronaut and deputy chief designer of the China Manned Space Agency, has said here that the ...

Tsai Ing-wen's provocative trip to the US: an outright sellout of Taiwan: Global Times editorial

Respect is earned, not demanded – Japan's fuss over a diplomatic title rings hollow
Global Times

GT Voice: 'Overcapacity' must not become a new pretext for trade protectionism
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Crime drama leads China's National Day box office as market dips from last year
Crime drama "Traces of Justice" topped China's National Day holiday box office, in a market that fell from a year earlier, with some analysts citing the absence of a blockbuster-scale title. The seven-day holiday frame ending on Wednesday generated 1.165 billion yuan (about 173 million ...

Indonesian president launches 11 Chinese-backed downstream projects
Russian anti-plague institute employee dies of pneumonia of unknown etiology, raising concerns; Expert says risk of plague outbreak reaching China very low

Russian anti-plague institute employee dies of pneumonia of unknown etiology, raising concerns; Expert says risk of plague outbreak reaching China very low
Indonesian president launches 11 Chinese-backed downstream projects

China records second carp-linked Haff disease cluster as 5 develop rhabdomyolysis after eating wild red-tailed carp: China CDC report
Five people in Heyuan, South China's Guangdong Province, developed rhabdomyolysis after eating wild Cyprinus carpio rubrofuscus (red-tailed carp) in April, with four meeting the clinical criteria for Haff disease, ... In pics: memorial park in Wuqi County of Yan'an City, China's Shaanxi Tourists visit a memorial park marking the victory of the Central Red Army's Long March in Wuqi County of Yan'an City, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Sept. 26, 2026. This year ... Being sold three times in four days: details exposed in actor Wang Xing's trafficking case in Myanmar A documentary airing on the Chinese state broadcaster revealed further details in the case of Chinese actor Wang Xing, who was trafficked to a telecom fraud compound in Myanmar's Myawaddy ...

In pics: memorial park in Wuqi County of Yan'an City, China's Shaanxi
China records second carp-linked Haff disease cluster as 5 develop rhabdomyolysis after eating wild red-tailed carp: China CDC report Five people in Heyuan, South China's Guangdong Province, developed rhabdomyolysis after eating wild Cyprinus carpio rubrofuscus (red-tailed carp) in April, with four meeting the clinical criteria for Haff disease, ... Tourists visit a memorial park marking the victory of the Central Red Army's Long March in Wuqi County of Yan'an City, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Sept. 26, 2026. This year ... Being sold three times in four days: details exposed in actor Wang Xing's trafficking case in Myanmar A documentary airing on the Chinese state broadcaster revealed further details in the case of Chinese actor Wang Xing, who was trafficked to a telecom fraud compound in Myanmar's Myawaddy ...

Being sold three times in four days: More details exposed in actor Wang Xing's trafficking case in Myanmar
China records second carp-linked Haff disease cluster as 5 develop rhabdomyolysis after eating wild red-tailed carp: China CDC report Five people in Heyuan, South China's Guangdong Province, developed rhabdomyolysis after eating wild Cyprinus carpio rubrofuscus (red-tailed carp) in April, with four meeting the clinical criteria for Haff disease, ... In pics: memorial park in Wuqi County of Yan'an City, China's Shaanxi Tourists visit a memorial park marking the victory of the Central Red Army's Long March in Wuqi County of Yan'an City, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, Sept. 26, 2026. This year ... A documentary airing on the Chinese state broadcaster revealed further details in the case of Chinese actor Wang Xing, who was trafficked to a telecom fraud compound in Myanmar's Myawaddy ...

Expert refutes foreign media hype over China's offshore trust tax rules
China's National Day holidays see 6.7% rise in border crossings: official data

China's National Day holidays see 6.7% rise in border crossings: official data
Expert refutes foreign media hype over China's offshore trust tax rules

China's highway NEV charging volume posts strong growth over National Day holiday
China's highway new energy vehicle (NEV) charging volume rose sharply during the recent week-long National Day holiday, data from the National Energy Administration showed on Thursday. From Oct. 1 to Oct. 7, the country's highway NEV charging volume reached 163 million kilowatt-hours, averaging 23.26 million ...

China, EU ramp up engagement as trade chiefs meet in Beijing
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a meeting with the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday in Beijing, according to a statement released by China's ... China seeks public comment for labor protection rules covering flexible workers such as food-delivery riders China released draft measures on Thursday on the protection of the rights and interests of workers in new forms of employment - such as drivers of ride-hailing services and delivery ... Chinese scientists develop high-efficiency membrane to cut energy, costs of carbon capture A Chinese research team has developed a new type of all-organic mixed-matrix membrane that addresses a longstanding bottleneck in combining high separation performance with stability and processability. It could offer ...

China seeks public comment for labor protection rules covering flexible workers such as food-delivery riders
China, EU ramp up engagement as trade chiefs meet in Beijing Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a meeting with the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday in Beijing, according to a statement released by China's ... China released draft measures on Thursday on the protection of the rights and interests of workers in new forms of employment - such as drivers of ride-hailing services and delivery ... Chinese scientists develop high-efficiency membrane to cut energy, costs of carbon capture A Chinese research team has developed a new type of all-organic mixed-matrix membrane that addresses a longstanding bottleneck in combining high separation performance with stability and processability. It could offer ...

Chinese scientists develop high-efficiency membrane to cut energy, costs of carbon capture
China, EU ramp up engagement as trade chiefs meet in Beijing Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a meeting with the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic on Thursday in Beijing, according to a statement released by China's ... China seeks public comment for labor protection rules covering flexible workers such as food-delivery riders China released draft measures on Thursday on the protection of the rights and interests of workers in new forms of employment - such as drivers of ride-hailing services and delivery ... A Chinese research team has developed a new type of all-organic mixed-matrix membrane that addresses a longstanding bottleneck in combining high separation performance with stability and processability. It could offer ...

Salon Photo & Video opens in Paris
Photo taken on Oct.8, 2026 shows the scene of the Salon Photo & Video in Paris, France. The Salon Photo & Video opened in Paris on Thursday, featuring equipment displays, ... Teenage rider Sun Shengbo makes history as first Chinese ESBK Talent champion After becoming the first Chinese racer to win the Talent category title at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), teenage motorcycle rider Sun Shengbo told the Global Times during a ... China sports authority urges action to prevent unhealthy fan culture from harming minors In response to recent incidents involving some extreme fans repeatedly verbally abusing, spreading rumors about, and personally attacking national team coaches and players, the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) has ...

Teenage rider Sun Shengbo makes history as first Chinese ESBK Talent champion
Salon Photo & Video opens in Paris Photo taken on Oct.8, 2026 shows the scene of the Salon Photo & Video in Paris, France. The Salon Photo & Video opened in Paris on Thursday, featuring equipment displays, ... After becoming the first Chinese racer to win the Talent category title at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), teenage motorcycle rider Sun Shengbo told the Global Times during a ... China sports authority urges action to prevent unhealthy fan culture from harming minors In response to recent incidents involving some extreme fans repeatedly verbally abusing, spreading rumors about, and personally attacking national team coaches and players, the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) has ...

China sports authority urges action to prevent unhealthy fan culture from harming minors
Salon Photo & Video opens in Paris Photo taken on Oct.8, 2026 shows the scene of the Salon Photo & Video in Paris, France. The Salon Photo & Video opened in Paris on Thursday, featuring equipment displays, ... Teenage rider Sun Shengbo makes history as first Chinese ESBK Talent champion After becoming the first Chinese racer to win the Talent category title at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship (ESBK), teenage motorcycle rider Sun Shengbo told the Global Times during a ... In response to recent incidents involving some extreme fans repeatedly verbally abusing, spreading rumors about, and personally attacking national team coaches and players, the Chinese Table Tennis Association (CTTA) has ...

2026 Nobel Prize in Literature goes to Canadian writer Anne Carson
India's micro-drama boom is built on Chinese blueprints, but content gaps and tech lag may prevent a true China-scale success

India's micro-drama boom is built on Chinese blueprints, but content gaps and tech lag may prevent a true China-scale success
2026 Nobel Prize in Literature goes to Canadian writer Anne Carson

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Виталий Кличко посоветовал жителям Киева по возможности покинуть столицу
Кличко заявил об этом в интервью AFP

Европарламент назвал нелегитимной новую российскую Госдуму
Европарламент указал на "нарушения избирательного процесса"

Двух граждан Латвии задержали рядом с базой британских ВВС Моулсворт
Их подозревают в незаконном проникновении на территорию авиабазы

В Британии матроса заподозрили в шпионаже. Изучают российский след
Тедди Янгу вменяют подготовку к передаче секретной информации

Трамп пообещал не атаковать Иран до выборов в Конгресс в ноябре
И сообщил, что ведёт "продуктивные обсуждения" с Тегераном

Мемориал у дома Политковской исчез спустя сутки после годовщины убийства
Об этом сообщает SOTAvision

В Иркутске и области сняли карантины, никто не заболел чумой
Об этом сообщил губернатор области

Рубио: ситуация вокруг Украины сейчас в опасном тупике
Заявление прозвучало в ходе визита в Португалию

Члена "Яблока" осудили на четыре года за донаты ФБК на 3500 рублей
В последнем слове она утверждала, что никогда не разделяла экстремистских взглядов

Великобритания расширила список экономических санкций против России
На 23 организации и 12 танкеров

Омский НПЗ снова попал под удар украинских беспилотников
Завод является крупнейшим в России

Депутаты ЕС просят определить меры для закрытия Русских домов
Из назвали "российскими шпионскими центрами"

Мать саксофониста и политзаключенного из Самары Андрея Шабанова сообщила о его избиении в колонии
Она связывает насилие над сыном с тем, что он жаловался на условия содержания в ИК-10 в Самарской области.

Нобелевскую премию по литературе получила канадская писательница Энн Карсон
Награду присудили за новаторское переосмысление классической литературной традиции

Южная Корея отзывает своего посла в Киеве из-за пленных КНДР
Сеул обвиняет Украину в разглашении сведений о передаче ему северокорейских солдат

В результате российского удара по Краматорску погибли десятки человек
Под удар попал автобус

США обсуждали участие своего инвестора в "Северных потоках"
Перспективы её заключения остаются неопределёнными

Число погибших при ракетном ударе по дому в Прилуках выросло до 22
54 человека получили ранения

Дроны атаковали дата-центр "Яндекса" в Рязанской области
И НПЗ "Газпром нефтехим Салават" в Башкортостане

В Испании умерла женщина, чье выселение привело к массовым протестам
После известия о смерти Абаскаль тысячи людей прошли маршем в Мадриде

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Deadly floods sweep Albania and Montenegro as rivers burst banks
Homes surrounded by water, flooded roads and farmland submerged beneath swollen rivers. Albania and Montenegro were still battling severe flooding on Thursday, 8 January, after days of torrential rain and heavy snow.

Hundreds of farmers rally in Paris against EU-Mercosur pact and import fears
Hundreds of French farmers drive tractors into Paris to protest the EU‑Mercosur deal, warning of unfair competition and demanding stronger protections.

Michael Jackson’s iconic glove goes under the hammer
One of pop history’s most iconic pieces is going under the hammer. Michael Jackson’s legendary white rhinestone glove worn during his 1983 “Billie Jean” performance, where he unveiled the moonwalk is up for auction.

WFP urgently seeking over $30 million to keep feeding Congolese refugees in Burundi
The World Food Programme is seeking more than $30 million to maintain food assistance for Congolese refugees in Burundi, warning that supplies could run out as early as October 2026 without additional funding.

France to release 10 mln barrels of diesel from strategic reserves
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced Wednesday that France will release 10 million barrels of diesel from its strategic reserves to help ease pressure on the fuel market.

Zambia signs health deal with US after removal of data-sharing clauses
The government also said that the deal was not coupled to an agreement on US access to the country’s mineral resources.

At least 33 people killed in strikes on Ukrainian public buses
Thirty people were killed and at least 18 were injured by Russian strikes in eastern Ukraine that included an attack on a public bus, authorities said Thursday, as an intensive pre-winter wave of attacks continued and power outages worsened in the capital Kyiv.

Over 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers killed in Gaza war
More than 20,000 Palestinian students and education workers have been killed since the war began, according to the Palestinian Education Ministry.

Guinea-Bissau's electoral commission says conditions for December polls not met
The announcement has left the planned December legislative and presidential elections, meant to restore civilian rule, in limbo.

Ethiopian drones strike Eritrean forces near Adigrat
Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea are escalating with fears of a new regional war growing. Ethiopian drones have reportedly struck Eritrean forces near Adigrat, a city in northern Tigray, according to conflict monitors and witnesses.

World anti-doping body seeks tough stance from Kenya ahead of championship
WADA urged it to strive for a zero tolerance of drugs in sports as it prepares to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

Senegal vs Morocco: CAS to decide who really won AFCON
Senegal and Morocco played a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final in January and they contested the title again Thursday, this time at the Court of Arbitration for Sport which expects a verdict within days.

Pix of the Day, 8 October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 8 October, 2026 - Across the world

Egypt accuses 6 Journalists of terrorism in press freedom crackdown
Egyptian prosecutors accused six journalists from an independent fact-checking platform on Wednesday of terrorism-related offences, alleging they worked for the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood and received foreign funding to spread "false news".

Solar emerges as an alternative to Nigeria’s unreliable grid {Business Africa}
Nigeria’s Power Crisis Creates New Opportunity for Solar as Togo Deepens Russia Ties

Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for attacks on two Saudi airports
Saudi Arabia said three civilians were killed and 36 people injured in two separate attacks in the capital, Riyadh.

Nigeria: 20 kidnapped graduates rescued after week-long search
Twenty graduates abducted while travelling to begin Nigeria's national youth service have been found alive after a week-long search, authorities say.

Yemen: Residents of Taiz fear food supply shortages amidst the siege
The Yemeni city of Taiz faces mounting pressure as fighting intensifies in its outskirts in recent days

WWF report says reason for hope despite wildlife population decline
Its Living Planet Report 2026 shows a 73% declined in monitored populations but says the recovery of some species show its possible to reverse the trend.

DRC: New fighting in Masisi as AU delegation rushes to save ceasefire
A first delegation to verify the ceasefire between the Congolese army and M23 was deployed to the region in late August

Activist Semi Keba faces extradition to Benin after court setback
Benin issued an international warrant for the influencer's arrest on December 12 after he supported a foiled coup in which mutinous soldiers claimed on television to have overthrown President Patrice Talon

Ramaphosa, Kiir discuss South Sudan elections, peace process
outh African President Cyril Ramaphosa held talks with South Sudanese President Salva Kiir Mayardit in Tshwane on Wednesday, focusing on preparations for South Sudan’s December elections and the country’s fragile peace process

Kenya boosts Ebola preparedness after registering first case
Kenya’s Health Ministry has heightened surveillance at border entry points and created an Ebola hotline for citizens to report symptoms related to Ebola

Olympics: South Africa aims to host the Games in 2036
South Africa is aiming to host the first ever Olympics on the African continent. This after it was named as one of seven countries that will officially put forward their case to stage the 2036 Games in November.

Kenya: Health Minister insists no ebola outbreak in country
Kenya is not in the grips of an ebola outbreak, the country's health secretary insisted on Wednesday, in the wake of Kenya's first death from the disease.

BRICS: Ghana's parliament gives green light to formal application
Ghana's cabinet has given the green light to a decision to formally apply to join the BRICS geopolitical and economic bloc, according to the country's foreign minister.

Africa launches own credit agency in bid for cheaper borrowing
Africa will launch its own credit rating agency on Wednesday, aimed at countering what many see as unfair assessments by global institutions that make it more expensive for African nations to borrow money.

After Kenya, Uganda opens Dangote refinery IPO to domestic investors
Uganda's Capital Markets Authority on Tuesday approved the participation of its domestic investors in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery's initial public offering.

Madagascar residents gear up for impact of El Niño
In southern Madagascar, residents are bracing themselves for the impact due in the coming months of the El Nino warming pattern, which experts expect to be the strongest on record.

Eritrean troops deploy in Ethiopia's Tigray region, witnesses say
Eritrean troops have been deployed in recent days around the town of Adigrat, in Ethiopia's Tigray region, a local official and residents told AFP on Wednesday.

French and Japanese scientists awarded Nobel chemistry prize
French scientist Henri B Kagan and Japan's Kenso Soai have been awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry for offering a solution to the chemical mystery of life's asymmetry.

'I got so scared': Nairobi residents worried after Kenya's first Ebola death
Several Nairobi residents expressed fear and concern on Wednesday, a day after Kenyan authorities announced the country's first-ever Ebola death.

MSF warns Ebola spread in DR Congo's North Kivu province is 'out of control'
It says the north-eastern region now accounts for nearly 40 per cent of all newly confirmed incidents nationwide.

Israelis mourn October 7 attack as Palestinians in Gaza live in ruins of war
Israelis are gathering Wednesday to commemorate the third anniversary of the October 7 attack that killed 1,200 people and saw 251 taken hostage. In Gaza, the territory's almost two million people live in ruins.

Kenyan health workers demand protection after first Ebola death
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union on Tuesday called on the government to protect health workers, after the country reported its first case of Ebola.

Senegal postpones start of school year following destructive flooding
The education ministry says the decision was driven 'primarily by the need to ensure the safety and protection' of children.

Libya's eastern-based parliament removes speaker amid growing discontent
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted to replace Aguila Saleh with Al-Salhin Abdulnabi.

Emotions as Argentina's Lionel Messi plays his last game for his country
The footballer concluded his 21-year run with the national team scoring a goal in the 71st minute of a friendly against Benin.

Nigeria plane crash recovery operation faces difficulties
All 25 people on board, including civilians, died when the military aircraft crashed into a swampy area that is difficult to access.

Tigray drone strikes continue as life resumes in Mekelle
Government-allied forces say they are using drones against Tigray fighters, while markets and local transport are slowly returning to the streets of the regional capital.

Annual sightings of southern right whales bring joy to South African town
In South Africa's coastal town of Hermanus, a marine spectacle takes place every year between the months of June and November, when hundreds of southern right whales migrate from Antarctica to the South African coast.

Media reports allege FIFA knew Congo's Mpasi was ineligible for World Cup
Ahead of the World Cup, FIFA knew that Congo’s goalkeeper was ineligible, but they allowed him to continue at the tournament. This is what media reports released by the New York Times and Le Monde on Tuesday suggest.

Malian army and Russian fighters retake key city of Kidal, abandoned by rebels
The Malian army says it has entered the strategic northern city of Kidal, which was captured in April by Tuareg separatists who announced their withdrawal earlier Tuesday as the military advanced.

Renewed violence in Ethiopia's Tigray leaves dozens of children wounded
Children are among the dozens of civilians killed or injured in Tigray since fighting broke out between Ethiopian federal forces and Tigrayan rebels in September.

Egypt: Interior Ministry denies torture claims of detained journalists
Egypt on Tuesday rejected accusations that detained journalists from an independent fact-checking platform were tortured or mistreated, referring to the allegations as "baseless".

Central Africa faces rising threat from counterfeit and trafficked medicines
Countries in central Africa face a major public health threat from trafficking in medicines, fuelled by a gap between healthcare needs and access to safe, affordable medicine, the UN warned on Tuesday.

World needs 50 million additional teachers by 2030, UNESCO says
The world is projected to need 50 million additional teachers by 2030 according to new data released by UNESCO on World Teachers' Day.

Morocco’s Sale Festival celebrates women filmmakers
The event, which first began recognising Moroccan women in the film industry 22 years ago, continues to examine the opportunities, funding and roles available to women filmmakers.

Pix of the Day, 6 October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 6 October, 2026 - Across the world

Kenya: Chess continues to grow in popularity among prisoners
In Kenya, prisoners have been playing chess for fun and to help with rehabilitation. Among them is 28 year old Brian Gatonye, who says the game has helped him to become less impulsive.