Couple and teenage daughter who died in water off Shoreham named by police
Police say the family travelled from their home in London and went into the sea for a swim.
Track defect found on approach to site of Lewes derailment, initial report says
Initial findings from an RAIB investigation show an "irregularity" at the site near Lewes.
Thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of UK with flash flooding expected
Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday.
Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation
The five-year old Gaza girl initially survived the attack and pleaded for help but her body was recovered later with those of six of her relatives.
Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far
Hundreds have fallen ill with salmonella infections in an outbreak linked to imported eggs.
Vaccine breakthrough stops cancer returning in trial
A new jab extended the length of time patients were cancer free, but it is unclear for how long.
'Incredible': SpaceX rocket spotted off Christmas Island coast
A SpaceX rocket that blasted off from Texas in July and crashed into the Indian Ocean hadn't been seen since - but now Christmas Island residents say they have spotted it being towed just off their coast.
Ecuador intelligence chief and five Americans killed in Kenya helicopter crash
Michele Sensi-Contugi, and his wife Stephany Hollihan among the seven people killed in the crash.
Tenders open for highly-sensitive West Bank settlement project, Israel announces
Israeli plans to build on the area east of Jerusalem - which would divide the occupied West Bank in two - have long been internationally condemned.
Students wait for GCSE and BTec grades as app launches for 750 schools in England
Some pupils in England will be able to see their grades on their phones from 11:00 BST on Thursday.
BBC presenter Emma Barnett reveals she 'had the hysterectomy I never wanted to have'
The BBC Radio 4 Today programme presenter explained her recent absence on her return on Wednesday.
Murder investigation after woman dies and nine injured in fire in west London
A total of nine people were taken to hospital following the fire at a residential address in Hounslow.
Lindsay Clancy's trial puts postpartum psychosis in the spotlight
Postpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency that can involve mania, depression, hallucinations and delusions.
Who is Natalie Harp, Trump's right-hand woman?
One of Trump's longest serving and most loyal aides, Harp was thrust again into the spotlight when Democrat Jon Ossoff noted her closeness to the president.
Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis
Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.
'I'm not sure who I am' - Bake Off winner in shock after bipolar diagnosis
Georgina Grasso said she is taking some time to understand bipolar disorder after receiving her diagnosis.
'Words cannot describe losing our home in Stourbridge wildfire'
Loxie and Robin Williams returned home on Thursday to find firefighters trying to save their home.
The US inmate convicted in 1950 who was spared execution eight times
Francis Smith was one of a growing number of elderly people who are incarcerated.
Why positive cocaine test could mean end of Kyrgios' career
Nick Kyrgios once said he did not want to play tennis into his 30s. A positive cocaine test could have brought an end to his career aged 31.
Jellyfish mesmerise in their own museum in Florida
The Jellyfish Museum in Pompano Beach is believed to be the first in the US dedicated entirely to the floating predators.
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
Canada and US say they are finalising a trade deal, but details remain murky
Prime Minister Carney hailed "significant progress" in trade talks as the two countries seek to hammer out final details ahead of a new weekend tariff deadline.
ADHD charity complains about Channel 4 documentary
One newspaper calls Channel 4’s The Great ADHD Myth? "the most controversial show of the year".
Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
The man is alleged to have been one of the scuba divers who planted explosives on the pipelines in 2022.
Athletics coach believed missing is in jail for sexual assault
English athletics coach Leon Baptiste was given a 10-month prison sentence in Morocco for sexually assaulting a minor.
81-year-old confesses to German cold case murder of US tourist in 1994
Amy Lopez from Texas was last seen alive in September 1994 while on a visit to a fortress in Koblenz.
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Russia Threatens The UK (Again)
Threat comes after British-made drones were used in recent Ukrainian strikes in Russia.
Who is Trump aide Natalie Harp… and why are Democrats targeting her?
And, will Trump be forever dogged by his war with Iran?
How Root brought welcome calm on return as England captain
Joe Root took advice from Harry Brook and adopted a hands-off approach with his bowlers on his return as England Test skipper.
Athletics coach believed missing is in jail for sexual assault
English athletics coach Leon Baptiste was given a 10-month prison sentence in Morocco for sexually assaulting a minor.
Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal to sign Villa's Konsa
Arsenal agree a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa and England defender Ezri Konsa.
Why positive cocaine test could mean end of Kyrgios' career
Nick Kyrgios once said he did not want to play tennis into his 30s. A positive cocaine test could have brought an end to his career aged 31.
Kane plays down returning to Premier League in future
Harry Kane says "the itch isn't there as much anymore" to one day return to England from Germany and try and break the all-time scoring record in the Premier League.
Robinson and Tongue guide England to strong start against Pakistan
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue both took five-wicket hauls to put England in early control of the opening Test against Pakistan at Headingley, as the home side closed on 112-2 at stumps on day one, just 59 runs behind the tourists' first-innings total of 171.
Seven people, mostly foreign tourists, killed in helicopter crash in Kenya
Ecuador's intelligence chief Michele Sensi-Contugi and NBCUniversal journalist Jose Suarez are among the dead.
582 skeletons, including children discovered in Sri Lanka mass grave
A Sri Lankan mass grave excavation has uncovered 582 skeletons, including babies and children.
Protests in Kyiv back ex-defence minister Fedorov’s call for elections
Ukrainians in Kyiv held a protest in support of ousted defence Minister Mykailo Fedorov.
Violence in the New Syria?
The death of Syrian White Helmets rescuer Mohammad Ghamira after an alleged police beating has sparked protests.
Trump nominates Heidi Overton to lead US Food and Drug Administration
Former think tank policy officer Heidi Overton to lead FDA in a controversial push to reshape US health regulations.
Zambia opposition leader to challenge Hichilema election victory in court
Opposition leader claims 'serious irregularities' in the vote that handed President Hakainde Hichilema a second term.
Iran’s hardline parliament raises concerns with ‘foreign infiltration’ plan
Citizens and entities would have to seek authorisation to contact universities or talk to foreign media.
Canada pledges $50m aid to Lebanon and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’
Canada official condemns Israel's 'invasion' of Lebanon, calls for sovereignty as aid pledged to the crisis-hit nation.
Kennedy Center agrees not to restore Trump’s name before September 8
Opponents argue the venue seems 'intent on defying' a court order to remove the US president's name from the building.
Brazil bus crash kills at least 23 and injures five in Parana state
The bus was travelling to hospitals near Curitiba when the accident occurred.
NATO ‘prepared’ to defend allies amid report of Iranian strike plans
NATO says it will 'do what is necessary' amid media report Iran considered strikes against US targets in Europe.
US Department of Justice defends prosecution of Comey over seashell post
The ex-FBI chief faces accusations of transmitting threats and exploiting controversy to market his upcoming novel.
North Korea leader’s sister denies talks with ‘hostile’ US
US President Donald Trump claimed North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had responded positively to his proposal for talks.
Hamas condemns ‘new war crime’ as Israel kills 10 in crowded Gaza hubs
Israeli air strikes on Gaza kill 10 Palestinians, targeting police headquarters and a refugee camp in separate attacks.
US pressure on Israel needed for peace in Syria
With Israeli elections approaching, analysts say Netanyahu needs a new escalation, undermining deconfliction efforts.
US and Canada reach ‘very fair’ trade agreement, Trump says
New trade deal ensures no tariffs for US farmers and businesses exporting to Canada, Trump announces
Why extreme heat is much more dangerous for the elderly than we realised
Human heat tolerance limits are lower than previously thought, and age is a major risk, Stanford researchers say.
India rout Pakistan at Hockey World Cup 2026 to qualify for second round
India hold off Pakistan 5-3 to finish second with six points as England top Pool D with nine points from three wins.
Seven decades of US regime change efforts: What have they achieved?
US interventions in Iran and beyond reveal a recurring pattern of regime changes, with high human and financial costs.
Israel admits firing on car carrying Hind Rajab, symbol of Gaza’s suffering
The Israeli military has announced a criminal investigation into the killing that shook the world.
Palestinian refugee and two relatives drown off English coast
A girl is taken to hospital in critical condition in what PM Burnham calls a 'terrible family tragedy'.
Israel numbers Palestinian detainee foreheads: What we know
Palestinian news outlets reported a man with the number ‘44’ written on his forehead following a raid in Qabatiya.
Second Ukrainian national arrested over 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blast
The suspect was arrested in Croatia a year after another, an ex-army officer, was held and transferred to Germany.
Premier League 2026-27 form guide: Title race, prediction, players to watch
Will Arsenal repeat, could Man Utd win, what about Liverpool? Breaking down the top clubs’ chances for 2026-27 season.
Mourinho fires Real Madrid shot at Barcelona saying he ‘didn’t need’ Rodri
Jose Mourinho is back for a second spell at Real Madrid who, he says, didn't need Barcelona's new signing Rodri.
From the stage to the shop floor: China's embodied AI shines at WRC 2026
than 30 screens cover one wall of a booth at the 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC). Not one shows ...
China counters EU extraterritorial overreach in JD.com probe; move sends clear signal urging fair, predictable market: expert
China on Wednesday determined that the EU's cross-border investigative practices targeting Chinese entities in its probe into JD.com under the ...
From community renewal to sustainable transit: two Latin American scholars draw on the people-centered planning embedded in China's urban development
Latin American scholars got a firsthand look at how China's urban planning turns into everyday life – from smart city ...
Zhuque-3 chief commander reveals cause of Y1 rocket's failed recovery, saying its data contributed to Y2's success
The cause of an unsatisfying recovery of the Zhuque-3 Y1 carrier rocket has recently been revealed by Zhuque-3's chief commander, ...
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Free admission to tourist attractions, extended office hours: Chinese cities roll out measures to encourage couples tie the knot on Qixi
From group weddings and free admission to tourist attractions for newlyweds, to extended hours at marriage registration offices, cities across China rolled out a range of measures around Wednesday to make it easier for couples to tie the knot on Qixi Festival, often known as Chinese Valentine's Day.
17 members in gang ring abducting Chinese actor Wang Xing to Myawaddy indicted for cross-border human trafficking
5 killed, 17 injured in rain shelter collapse as torrential rainfall batters SW China's Sichuan, leading to relocation of 21,784
5 killed, 17 injured in rain shelter collapse as torrential rainfall batters SW China's Sichuan, leading to relocation of 21,784
17 members in gang ring abducting Chinese actor Wang Xing to Myawaddy indicted for cross-border human trafficking
Chinese scientists find 11 embryos in 244-million-year-old ichthyosaur Mixosaurus fossil, giving clue to reproduction of ancient marine reptile
Chinese scientists studying a 244-million-year-old ichthyosaur Mixosaurus fossil from Southwest China's Guizhou Province found at least 11 embryos inside the specimen. The discovery sets a new record for the highest ... Businesses eye lower costs, ASEAN expansion as Pinglu Canal nears launch As China's major river-to-sea Pinglu Canal enters the final stage of preparations before its official opening in September, representatives from companies say the canal will be a game changer for ... International community should jointly reject and check Japanese right-wing forces' dangerous pursuit: Chinese FM spokesperson The “Enemy State Clauses” is an important provision of the UN Charter. As we mark 80 years of the Tokyo Trials, to reaffirm these clauses and underline their binding force ...
Businesses eye lower costs, ASEAN expansion as Pinglu Canal nears launch
Chinese scientists find 11 embryos in 244-million-year-old ichthyosaur Mixosaurus fossil, giving clue to reproduction of ancient marine reptile Chinese scientists studying a 244-million-year-old ichthyosaur Mixosaurus fossil from Southwest China's Guizhou Province found at least 11 embryos inside the specimen. The discovery sets a new record for the highest ... As China's major river-to-sea Pinglu Canal enters the final stage of preparations before its official opening in September, representatives from companies say the canal will be a game changer for ... International community should jointly reject and check Japanese right-wing forces' dangerous pursuit: Chinese FM spokesperson The “Enemy State Clauses” is an important provision of the UN Charter. As we mark 80 years of the Tokyo Trials, to reaffirm these clauses and underline their binding force ...
International community should jointly reject and check Japanese right-wing forces' dangerous pursuit: Chinese FM spokesperson
Chinese scientists find 11 embryos in 244-million-year-old ichthyosaur Mixosaurus fossil, giving clue to reproduction of ancient marine reptile Chinese scientists studying a 244-million-year-old ichthyosaur Mixosaurus fossil from Southwest China's Guizhou Province found at least 11 embryos inside the specimen. The discovery sets a new record for the highest ... Businesses eye lower costs, ASEAN expansion as Pinglu Canal nears launch As China's major river-to-sea Pinglu Canal enters the final stage of preparations before its official opening in September, representatives from companies say the canal will be a game changer for ... The “Enemy State Clauses” is an important provision of the UN Charter. As we mark 80 years of the Tokyo Trials, to reaffirm these clauses and underline their binding force ...
Experts caution Mexico against using trade pacts as political leverage as new curbs on Chinese goods loom
Businesses eye lower costs, ASEAN expansion as Pinglu Canal nears launch
Unitree's shares surge 460% on Shanghai market debut, validates China's hard-tech path: expert
Shares of Chinese humanoid robotmaker Unitree Robotics soared on their debut on Wednesday on the STAR Market of the Shanghai Stock Exchange. The shares surged 629.44 percent at the opening and closed 460.34 percent higher, giving the company a market capitalization of 341.77 billion yuan ($50.68 billion).
Japan's H1 dysprosium raw mineral imports plunge 82%, underscoring reliance on China for rare-earth supplies: Chinese experts
China counters EU extraterritorial overreach in JD.com probe; move sends clear signal urging fair, predictable market: expert China on Wednesday determined that the EU's cross-border investigative practices targeting Chinese entities in its probe into JD.com under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) constituted unlawful extraterritorial jurisdiction, and said ... From the stage to the shop floor: China's embodied AI shines at WRC 2026 than 30 screens cover one wall of a booth at the 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC). Not one shows a robot dancing. Each carries a live feed from a ... Japan's rare-earth imports in the first half of 2026 plunged than 80 percent. According to Chinese experts, the figure underscores Japan's continuing difficulty in reducing dependence on China for ...
Police offer 1-million-yuan reward for stolen Tang Dynasty stone lions
Police in Northwest China's Shaanxi Province have offered a reward of 1 million yuan ($143,000) for information leading to the recovery of two stone lions stolen from a Tang ... China begins investigation after reports of KFA's alleged 'sexual services' to Chinese officials Responding to recent reports by South Korean media outlets that the Korea Football Association (KFA) had provided “improper hospitality” to three Chinese Football Association (CFA) officials when they visited South ... Visitors attend flower exhibition in Tel Aviv, Israel Visitors attend a flower exhibition in Tel Aviv, Israel, Aug. 18, 2026. Around 50 Israeli floral designers spent weeks using millions of flowers to create a vibrant floral wonderland.
China begins investigation after reports of KFA's alleged 'sexual services' to Chinese officials
Police offer 1-million-yuan reward for stolen Tang Dynasty stone lions Police in Northwest China's Shaanxi Province have offered a reward of 1 million yuan ($143,000) for information leading to the recovery of two stone lions stolen from a Tang ... Responding to recent reports by South Korean media outlets that the Korea Football Association (KFA) had provided “improper hospitality” to three Chinese Football Association (CFA) officials when they visited South ... Visitors attend flower exhibition in Tel Aviv, Israel Visitors attend a flower exhibition in Tel Aviv, Israel, Aug. 18, 2026. Around 50 Israeli floral designers spent weeks using millions of flowers to create a vibrant floral wonderland.
Visitors attend flower exhibition in Tel Aviv, Israel
Police offer 1-million-yuan reward for stolen Tang Dynasty stone lions Police in Northwest China's Shaanxi Province have offered a reward of 1 million yuan ($143,000) for information leading to the recovery of two stone lions stolen from a Tang ... China begins investigation after reports of KFA's alleged 'sexual services' to Chinese officials Responding to recent reports by South Korean media outlets that the Korea Football Association (KFA) had provided “improper hospitality” to three Chinese Football Association (CFA) officials when they visited South ... Visitors attend a flower exhibition in Tel Aviv, Israel, Aug. 18, 2026. Around 50 Israeli floral designers spent weeks using millions of flowers to create a vibrant floral wonderland.
China turns tennis tournaments into tourism magnet as cities package matches with culture, food and city experiences
As international tennis tournaments multiply across China this autumn, organizers are increasingly looking beyond the court, seeking to turn a trip to a tournament into a broader travel experience.
Chinese Valentine's Day brings fresh releases as box-office competition heats up
China's youth turn to immersive disaster simulations to learn survival skills
China's youth turn to immersive disaster simulations to learn survival skills
Chinese Valentine's Day brings fresh releases as box-office competition heats up
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Власти не исключают причастность России
В НАТО отреагировали на возможные планы Ирана атаковать страны ЕС
О возможных планах сообщила Financial Times
При ударах по Украине за 2 месяца уничтожены более 10 млн книг
Это 33% годового объёма выпуска книг в стране
Путин назвал "некритичными" последствия ударов ВСУ по РФ
При этом он анонсировал программу восстановления складов
Жителя Приангарья осудили на 15 лет за попытку вступить в РДК
Утверждается, что он дважды пытался перейти границу пешком
Суд в Томске заочно вынес приговор журналисту Андрею Серафимову
Ему назначили 4,5 лет колонии
Военные РФ ударили по зданию полиции в Житомире. В Херсоне 6 погибших
Житомир атаковали реактивные дроны
ФТС сообщила о "рекордном потоке" на Верхнем Ларсе. В Грузии это отрицают
После объявления частичной мобилизации в 2022 году этот КПП был самым популярным у желающих её избежать
Госдума хочет разрешить сотрудникам МЧС применять оружие
Законопроект предусматривает создание спецподразделения в МЧС
Верховная рада назначила Евгения Хмару министром обороны Украины
"За" проголосовали 312 депутатов
В США начался крупный судебный процесс против компании Meta
Коалиция из 29 штатов обвиняет Meta в том, что та "подсаживает" детей на соцсети
Задержан еще один подозреваемый в подрыве "Северных потоков"
Судя по всему, речь идет о гражданине Украины Владимире Журавлеве
Россия и Украина обменялись военнопленными по формуле "103 на 103"
Посредником выступили ОАЭ
В Курской области запретили ездить ночью на мотоциклах и мопедах
Шум их моторов слишком похож на звук летящего БПЛА
Мособлсуд снял одномандатника "Яблока" с выборов в Госдуму
По иску его соперника от партии "Зеленые"
В Киеве прошёл обыск у замглавы офиса президента Ирины Мудрой
НАБУ и САП заявили о крупной операции по борьбе с коррупцией
Трамп отложил введение пошлин на импорт из Канады
Они должны были вступить в силу в полночь
В Германии украинца осудили на год и 3 месяца за подготовку диверсий
Хотя, по версии спецслужб, он может быть и россиянином
В Краснодаре из-за атаки беспилотников задержаны десятки рейсов
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По словам губернатора Ростовской области, над регионом уничтожили порядка 15-ти БПЛА в пяти районах: Кашарском, Миллеровском, Каменском, Чертковском и Шолоховском. О последствиях атаки не сообщается. Налет не комментируют также в Волгоградской области и Краснодарском...
США ввели санкции против главы МУС Томоко Аканэ
А также против одного из юристов организации Абдулае Сейе
UN flag at half-mast to honour humanitarian workers killed in line of duty
Marking World Humanitarian Day on Wednesday, the United Nations flag was lowered to half-mast at the UN headquarters in Nairobi. The gesture recognises the humanitarian workers who lost their lives while serving others.
Tanzanian newspaper suspended for six months over report on government divisions
Tanzania has suspended a weekly newspaper for six months over alleged breaches of media law, the information ministry said Wednesday, after the outlet published a story alleging government divisions.
Sudan war: 318 RSF fighters defect to army in latest blow to paramilitary
Sudan’s army says 318 Rapid Support Forces fighters, including four commanders, have defected and joined its ranks in the latest apparent surrender by paramilitary personnel. The move comes as defections increase and fighting continues to devastate the country more than three years into the war.
Inflation and security top voter concerns as Nigeria election campaign kicks off
Campaigning for Nigeria’s general election got underway on Wednesday and voters are already making one thing clear: they want straight answers from the candidates about how they’ll improve the lives of citizens.
Wembanyama named France captain as star returns to Les Bleus
Victor Wembanyama has been named captain of France for four games in August, marking a new leadership role for the NBA star as he returns to the national team. The 22-year-old will lead a squad featuring veterans Rudy Gobert and Evan Fournier in World Cup qualifying.
South Africa: Consumer inflation rate eases in July for first time in five months
Statistics SA attributes the slowdown to softer food inflation, slower municipal tariff increases, and lower fuel prices.
Kenya helicopter crash kills seven in Samburu, including six tourists
Seven people, including six tourists and the pilot, have died after a helicopter came down near Mount Ololokwe in central Kenya, according to air accident officials.
Chad welcomes back French military less than two years ending defence agreement
Less than two years after France handed back its last military base in Chad, the two countries appear to be rebuilding their military ties.
Infrastructure centre of South Africa's agenda as chair of SADC
South Africa says it’s putting infrastructure development at the centre of its agenda as chair of the Southern African Development Community.
DR Congo says Ebola cases exceed 5,000 with 2,378 deaths
Responders are warning the deadly haemorrhagic virus is spreading at an unprecedented rate, outpacing efforts to slow it in the remote eastern part of the country.
Russia and Ukraine Exchange 103 Prisoners Each in Latest Swap
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 103 prisoners each in their latest wartime swap, with the United Arab Emirates acting as mediator. The release offers another rare point of cooperation between the two sides as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict remain largely stalled.
UN calls on Zambia to stop arbitrary arrests of opposition figures
The United Nations rights chief has called on Zambia to stop arbitrary arrests and uphold the rights of all those detained. The statement from UN High Commissioner Volker Türk follows reports of arrests and detention of opposition figures in Zambia before and after Thursday’s election.
Dozens killed in Central African Republic gold mine collapse
A landslide at an illegal gold mine in the western Central African Republic has killed several dozen people, with local sources estimating the toll at up to 100. Rescue teams are searching for survivors as authorities struggle to establish the final death toll.
ICC slams United States sanctions against top court staff
It measures against the ICC president and a senior trial lawyer are the latest salvo by Washington against the court which it accuses of being "politicised".
Ebola fears keep pregnant women away from healthcare in eastern DRC
Fear of Ebola is keeping pregnant women away from healthcare facilities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising the risk of stillbirths, premature births and maternal deaths as the country's deadliest Ebola outbreak continues to disrupt routine medical care.
Children in Khartoum slowly return back to school amid war
It’s a new school day in Khartoum, where children are slowly returning to classrooms as security improves. But recovery will be long, with damaged schools, overcrowded classes and too few teachers and supplies.
Kenya triples long-term power target for renewable energy
The plan aims to expand the use of nuclear and geothermal energy, but this may not make prices more affordable for consumers.
Bayern Munich's Musiala reveals neurological issue after second collapse
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala says he is dealing with a neurological condition after collapsing during a preseason game for the second time in four days. The Germany international says he has been diagnosed with temporary absence seizures and is receiving medical care.
WHO chief says the DR Congo's Ebola outbreak remains a global emergency
Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said it was moving faster than any previous one and had a high risk of spreading to other countries in the region.
Libya’s power crisis deepens as UN warns of fuel diversion and infrastructure strain
Libya’s worsening power crisis is putting pressure on critical infrastructure and fueling public frustration over deteriorating living conditions.
Nigeria election 2027: Can Tinubu win a second term as cost of living bites?
Campaigning kicks off in Nigeria Wednesday, five months ahead of elections set to be dominated by crushing inflation and President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms.
Somalia: Dozens killed in fighting to control key city of Baidoa
Armed forces repelled rebel fighters in the key city after hours of intense fighting that left nearly 100 wounded.
Nigerian influencer arrested over alleged international cocaine trafficking network
Nigerian authorities have arrested a social media personality they say was a senior figure in an international cocaine trafficking operation following the seizure of 184.5kg of the drug in Lagos.
Liberia agrees to accept up to 1,200 US deportees under Trump migration deal
Liberia has agreed to accept hundreds of people deported from the United States, in one of the largest such arrangements under the Trump administration’s migration policy. The deportees will arrive over a year, with the first group of 20 expected Thursday.
Angélique Kidjo makes history as first black African honoured on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo on Tuesday became the first Black African to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
WHO says attacks on ambulances affecting DRC Ebola response
Hostility from local communities at the heart of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is leading to regular attacks on WHO ambulances, one of the lead doctors involved in the epidemic response says at a briefing.
Zimbabwe: Lake Kariba ferry disaster death toll rises to 94
The death toll from a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe last week rose to 94 on Tuesday, police said, with the recovery of two more bodies
Israel strikes Syrian airbase, drawing US and Turkish condemnation
Israel has carried out eight airstrikes on a Syrian military airbase in the northwest, damaging its runway and storage facilities, according to Syrian state media. The attack drew condemnation from Damascus and Ankara and criticism from a US envoy who called it an “unnecessary escalation.”
Senegal elite girls' school empowers students to imagine a new future
At the Mariama Ba School of Excellence, students are encouraged to challenge what has traditionally been expected of girls across the predominantly Muslim West African nation
Patrick Vieira takes charge of Senegal after World Cup disappointment
Senegal have appointed former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira as their new head coach, turning to the Dakar-born France legend to rebuild the national team after a disappointing World Cup campaign and the dismissal of Pape Thiaw.
Ramaphosa urges regional countries to tackle irregular migration
President Cyril Ramaphosa called regional leaders Monday for joint efforts to tackle migration to South Africa, after a backlash against foreign nationals that led thousands to flee
Ethiopia: Authorities in Tigray accuse Addis Ababa of drone strike near Mekelle
Authorities in Ethiopia's Tigray region have accused the federal government of launching a drone strike near the state capital Mekelle. Tensions between Tigray and Addis Ababa have been mounting in recent weeks, with both parties massing forces on either side of the regional border.
Gazans turn to gold as hedge against financial uncertainty
Palestinians buy gold at jewellery shops in downtown Gaza City, as the precious metal commodity in the war-torn territory is increasingly becoming their hedge against financial uncertainty
Senegal tightens asset disclosure rules amid Faye-Sonko rift
Senegal’s parliament has approved a law requiring the president, prime minister and speaker of parliament to declare and publish their assets both when taking office and when leaving, amid a growing political rift between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and former prime minister Ousmane Sonko.
Strait of Hormuz to remain closed until US meets Iran's demands, top negotiator says
More than five months into the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's parliament speaker says the waterway will remain closed until the US meets Tehran's demands. The announcement comes as a ship transiting the Strait was hit and damaged by an "unknown projectile," resulting in a crew casualty.
OAS, CARICOM back Haiti security and election efforts
A high-level OAS and CARICOM delegation has arrived in Haiti to support efforts to restore security, strengthen state institutions and prepare for elections, as authorities seek to counter gang violence and create conditions for a December presidential and legislative vote.
South Sudan steps up Ebola preparedness along porous DRC border
South Sudan is strengthening Ebola surveillance along its border with the DRC, where heavy cross-border movement and informal routes pose challenges. UN officials and local authorities say preparedness and coordination are key to preventing the virus from entering the country.
Thousands pay tribute to former Cambridge prof Jason Arday at London vigil
Thousands of people gathered in London's Trafalgar Square on Monday to pay tribute to former Cambridge professor Jason Arday. Arday was found dead last week days after resigning from his position following accusations of plagiarism.
Russia, Ghana discuss trade and recruitment of citizens for Ukraine War
Russia hosts Ghana’s foreign minister in Moscow as Sergey Lavrov meets Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The talks focused on trade, Africa’s security and ongoing crises across the continent.
Kenya opposition draws large crowds despite efforts to disrupt rally
Leaders of Kenya's opposition Linda Mwananchi movement brought their message of political change to Homa Bay County on Sunday, despite coordinated efforts to disrupt their rallies.
Zambia's Hichilema wins re-election with 60% of vote
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema won re-election with around 60 percent of votes cast last week, the electoral commission announced Tuesday, after a race critics said was tightly managed by his government.
MSF calls for a massive scale-up to contain Ebola outbreak in DRC
The Ebola outbreak in one of Congo’s most vulnerable regions is now the fastest-growing on record. Nearly 5,000 cases have been reported, including more than 2,300 deaths. Doctors Without Borders says a massive scale-up of the response is urgently needed to contain the rapidly spreading outbreak.
Cameroon women celebrate WAFCON title during victory parade
The Indomitable Lionesses are home and Yaoundé is celebrating. A day after making history with a 3–0 victory over Malawi to win Cameroon’s first Women’s AFCON title, the champions received a hero’s welcome.
'Sape' a cultural movement showcased at the 6th edition of DR Congo Fashion Week
The sixth edition of DR Congo Fashion Week in the capital Kinshasa, brought together local stylists, fashion designers and "sapeurs" as well as those from the neighbouring Republic of Congo
Somalia clashes with regional forces over control of key city
Somali national forces clashed with troops loyal to an ousted regional leader on Monday over control of a key city, the government said, accusing him of allying with Islamist insurgents
Ebola DRC: The Deadliest Outbreak in the Country's History [Africanews Today]
The Ebola outbreak currently ravaging the Democratic Republic of the Congo has officially become the deadliest in the country's history. According to the United Nations, the virus is now killing one person every 30 minutes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Mali jails government critic for 'discrediting state'
A Malian court sentenced on Monday a prominent broadcaster and an influencer, who had both criticised the ruling junta, to seven years in jail
The Nigerian fishing community being eaten up by the Atlantic
The beach shrinks every year in Ayetoro, in southern Nigeria, and what is left is peppered with the remains of homes swallowed by the ocean -- some years ago, some just months prior
Pilgrims in Lourdes remember French monks murdered during Algerian civil war
Pilgrims in Lourdes marking the feast of the Assumption paid tribute to the monks of Tibhirine on Sunday, thirty years after their murder.
The seven French monks were kidnapped and killed in 1996 during the Algerian Civil War.
Kushner seeks to revive Gaza peace as Netanyahu resists Hamas disarmament
US envoy Jared Kushner meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday after talks with Hamas in Egypt, seeking to revive the second phase of a Gaza peace plan stalled over Israel’s demand for the group’s complete disarmament.
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