Iran says it is 'fully prepared' to counter widened US economic sanctions
The US calls its latest sanctions on Iran an "economic D-Day", but Tehran says it has a plan to address them.
More than 70,000 social and affordable homes to be built across England over 10 years
Funding has been granted to Greater Manchester, the West Midlands and West Yorkshire as well as £6bn for London.
Lockerbie bombing trial postponed days before it was due to start
The trial of a Libyan man is delayed for a third time, after new evidence on the 37-year-old case came to light three days ago.
Beyond China's humanoid robots, a quieter machine revolution is unfolding
There are more than two million robots working in China's factories - and they are scaling up fast.
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One man's death highlights the growing strains on the UK's coroner's courts
Moment tornado tears through southern France
The tornado has injured more than 40 people and destroyed homes in villages.
Kit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult in HBO's Harry Potter series
Hoult was announced as Gilderoy Lockhart two weeks ago but has dropped out due to scheduling issues.
Organised crime arrests as police investigate A66 crash that killed two officers
Nine men and three women are arrested as police investigate the lead-up to the crash that killed seven people.
Millions of women who have missed cervical screening in England to be offered HPV home-testing kits
Nearly four million women in England can order a self-testing kits to check for high-risk HPV.
Burnham refuses to rule out tax rises in autumn Budget
Experts have warned that he and Chancellor John Healey will have little room to manoeuvre in their first Budget.
Russian stadium says it won't host Kanye West gigs
Two planned concerts are thrown into doubt, but Russian promoters insist they will go ahead.
French tourist dies in Death Valley after car gets stuck in mud
The 68-year-old man was found dead in California's salt flats amid 116°F (46.6C) heat.
Sir Chris Hoy: Campaigning for cancer screening should not be down to me
The cycling legend tells BBC Scotland that the onus to encourage men to get tested for prostate cancer should not just be on high profile individuals like him.
How Canada could hit back to hurt the US economy - and Trump
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Asbestos killed my mum in her 40s – was her school to blame?
Caroline Bryan died three months after being diagnosed of an incurable cancer linked to asbestos.
How the deadly A66 crash unfolded leaving seven dead
At 03:30 BST on Saturday, two police officers were killed when a Volkswagen Passat collided with their marked car on the A66 motorway.
Charity? Acting? The Cotswolds? What will Harry and Meghan's UK life look like?
The couple's return to the UK is imminent - and what they'll be focusing on here is gradually becoming clearer.
'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips
Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.
The Papers: 'Burnham hints at tax increases' and 'Halt the hellrides'
Several of the papers are calling on social media platforms to stop the sharing of videos posted by joyriders.
Videos showing dangerous driving easily found on social media
At least one of the young people killed in the crash appears in videos posted on TikTok showing dangerous driving.
New 10p coin enters circulation - will you spot one?
The coin has been designed to feature King Charles III and a Scottish grouse close to extinction.
Singapore arrests British man two years after alleged theft at Changi Airport
The 26-year-old faces up to seven years in jail for allegedly stealing a denim jacket from an airport shop in 2024.
UK drone factories may face attacks from 'unknown sources', says former Russian minister
The comments on BBC Newsnight come after the UK announced it has agreed to hand over blueprints for British-made missile components to Ukraine.
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Punishment that sends shiver down whole England team needed - Vaughan
A punishment to “send a shiver down the whole team” may be needed after Brydon Carse became the latest England cricketer involved in a drinking controversy, according to Michael Vaughan.
Ranking the best managers in Premier League history
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Three reasons Chelsea could challenge for title - and one issue that could haunt them
While Chelsea's front three produced a sparkling display in their win over Fulham, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez remains a major concern.
'Change is necessary' - players unite against Fifa
A number of current and former footballers unite against Fifa president Gianni Infantino, stating that "change is necessary" at the global governing body.
‘Enough is enough’: Kenya nurses strike over pay and working conditions
Shiru Kihara, a nurse in Kenya, explains why she and thousands of other nurses are on strike demanding fair pay.
Nvidia, Supermicro employees charged over export of AI servers to China
Taiwanese authorities indict nine people over alleged chip smuggling scheme.
Pakistan says significant progress made in talks on Iran-US war
The talks were held during a daylong diplomatic mission to Tehran by Pakistan’s army chief and interior minister.
Rohingya refugees protest, nine years after exodus to Bangladesh
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Global ocean temperatures hit record high as El Nino intensifies
Copernicus warns of 'unprecedented strain' on world's oceans as El Nino and climate change drive up sea temperatures.
Thai vendor confronts Israeli tourists, raises Palestinian flag
A Thai vendor confronted Israeli tourists outside his shop on the island of Phuket, waving a Palestinian flag.
Bangladesh-India reset stalls over Hasina: What would break the deadlock?
Analysts say an Indian commitment not to allow ousted Bangladesh PM to engage in politics from their soil would help.
Federer to play tennis at US Open but rules out Williams-like return
The 20-time Grand Slam champion confirmed he’s only going to play in an exhibition match and has no plans to return.
The Iran war is bringing cyberwarfare into critical infrastructure
Recent attacks in the UK and the US demonstrate critical vulnerabilities that governments need to urgently address.
Fulham vs Chelsea: Alonso starts new era with thrilling 3–2 win
Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer on target as Chelsea open scoring within 31 seconds of the match in London.
Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds in Dream’s win over Sparks
Reese broke Chamique Holdsclaw's record of 24 rebounds and added 11 points for her 27th double-double of the season.
Libya factions draft initial election pact amid lingering mistrust
Libyan factions sign an initial an election pact, but divided institutions and deep legal gaps threaten its execution.
Australia’s music charts ban AI-made songs amid backlash over Madonna cover
Tracks that use AI in a 'supporting role' will still be eligible for inclusion in the official charts.
Two US carrier groups in Middle East strain navy resources
Deploying two US carrier strike groups to the Middle East represents a significant concentration of firepower
France and Saudi Arabia plan Dragon Ball Z theme park near Paris
France and Saudi Arabia plan to invest $7bn in three amusement parks near Paris, including one based on Japanese manga.
Syrian president thanks nation for getting off US state terror list
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France, Saudi Arabia agree on $7bn theme park project near Paris
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Israel’s Netanyahu claims Iran tried to kill one of his sons
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Amnesty says India used lethal weapons on ‘Cockroach’ protesters
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Muslims celebrate Prophet Muhammad’s birthday
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Brutal gang attack on strategic Haiti hillside leaves at least 30 dead
At least 30 people have been killed in a gang attack on a hillside community that overlooks routes into Haiti's capital.
Trump administration plans to revoke B1, B2 visas of 200,000 asylum seekers
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DRC’s constitutional battle: The fight over the 2028 vote
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China, India hold special representatives talks on boundary question in Beijing
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Chinese private space firm delivers first complete satellite export to Southeast Asia
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2026 APEC SME ministerial meeting to focus on innovation, cooperation
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Chinese national kidnapped in Thailand, but has been safely accommodated: Chinese Embassy in Thailand
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Chinese national kidnapped in Thailand, but has been safely accommodated: Chinese Embassy in Thailand Four Thai men have been arrested for allegedly kidnapping a Chinese woman from a Bangkok hotel and attempting to take her to the Thai-Myanmar border area, Thai authorities said. The ... China's National Commission for Disaster Prevention, Reduction and Relief and the Ministry of Emergency Management activated a Level-IV national disaster relief emergency response for South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region ... China, India to hold 25th round of talks between special representatives on boundary question in Beijing As agreed between the two sides, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, and China's Special ...
China, India to hold 25th round of talks between special representatives on boundary question in Beijing
Chinese national kidnapped in Thailand, but has been safely accommodated: Chinese Embassy in Thailand Four Thai men have been arrested for allegedly kidnapping a Chinese woman from a Bangkok hotel and attempting to take her to the Thai-Myanmar border area, Thai authorities said. The ... Typhoon Atsani forms as Narra suspends trains in Guangxi: Why is typhoon activity unusually high this year? China's National Commission for Disaster Prevention, Reduction and Relief and the Ministry of Emergency Management activated a Level-IV national disaster relief emergency response for South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region ... As agreed between the two sides, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, and China's Special ...
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Vietnam approves additional $3.36b for China-linked railway, highlighting closer economic ties, connectivity: expert
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China, Indonesia agree to set more ambitious bilateral trade target, expand AI cooperation: FM on Wang Yi's visit
Vietnam approves additional $3.36b for China-linked railway, highlighting closer economic ties, connectivity: expert Vietnam's National Assembly on Monday approved a resolution adjusting the investment policy for the Lao Cai-Hanoi-Hai Phong railway, raising the planned investment by than 86 trillion Vietnamese dong (about ... China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Indonesian counterpart successfully held the first meeting of the China-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue Mechanism, during which they spoke highly of the progress made ... China releases 1st full-stack MRI-based BCI solution in the world, making 'neural plasticity measurable, controllable' A Chinese team has recently released the world's first full-stack magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-based brain-computer interface (BCI) solution, uMR Shenguan, which integrates the entire chain of signal acquisition, decoding, modulation, ...
China releases 1st full-stack MRI-based BCI solution in the world, making 'neural plasticity measurable, controllable'
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Zengjiashan scenic spot in China's Sichuan attracts tourists with cool climate
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Highest-ranking Xia Dynasty noble tombs discovered in China, dating to the age of Minoan Crete
Zengjiashan scenic spot in China's Sichuan attracts tourists with cool climate An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 23, 2026 shows tourists enjoying sunrise scenery in Zengjiashan scenic spot of Guangyuan City, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Zengjiashan, a summer getaway with ... The highest-ranking noble cemetery complex from the late Xia Dynasty (c.2070BC-c.1600BC) ever discovered has been unearthed at the Zhongcun site in North China's Shanxi Province, expanding research on Xia and ... Macao media delegation visits Yunnan Members of a Macao media delegation visit a flower exhibition hall in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Aug. 23, 2026. The Macao media delegation is on a ...
Macao media delegation visits Yunnan
Zengjiashan scenic spot in China's Sichuan attracts tourists with cool climate An aerial drone photo taken on Aug. 23, 2026 shows tourists enjoying sunrise scenery in Zengjiashan scenic spot of Guangyuan City, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Zengjiashan, a summer getaway with ... Highest-ranking Xia Dynasty noble tombs discovered in China, dating to the age of Minoan Crete The highest-ranking noble cemetery complex from the late Xia Dynasty (c.2070BC-c.1600BC) ever discovered has been unearthed at the Zhongcun site in North China's Shanxi Province, expanding research on Xia and ... Members of a Macao media delegation visit a flower exhibition hall in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Aug. 23, 2026. The Macao media delegation is on a ...
China opens exhibition to preserve, bring linguistic diversity to life
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China, Kuwait hold tea culture exchange event
China takes overseas archaeology from Silk Road to South America
China takes overseas archaeology from Silk Road to South America
China, Kuwait hold tea culture exchange event
Суд в Украине отправил под стражу экс-замглавы офиса президента
Ирина Мудрая может внести залог, чтобы выйти из СИЗО
Бернем попытается добиться от США ракет "Пэтриот" для Украины
В эфире Би-би-си российский политолог пригрозил "полувоенным ответом"
Российские войска ударили по ещё одному пункту пропуска с Молдовой
В Киеве повреждён жилой дом
На мосту Ахмата Кадырова в Петербурге вывесили плакат с требованием расследовать исчезновение Седы Сулеймановой
Ответов потребовали от омбудсмена Чечни
В Армении задержаны бывший президент Кочарян и его сын
У его сына прошли обыски
Более 50 стран ООН призвали РФ к немедленному прекращению огня
Российский представитель отверг это
Украинские беспилотники атаковали Афипский и Новошахтинский НПЗ
Повреждена железнодорожная станция
Британия передаст Украине технологию производства ракет Storm Shadow
Европейские страны подтвердили свою решимость поддерживать Украину
США наложат санкции на любое сотрудничество с Ираном
Это касается всех стран мира
Россиянку, приехавшую из Украины за паспортом, обвинили в госизмене
Перед этим она прошла четыре месяца "карусельных арестов"
Мария Львова-Белова заявила, что её хотели похитить
После выдачи МУС ордера на её арест
"Недостаточно защищённые" объекты в РФ перейдут под внешнее управление
Указ подписал Владимир Путин
Бессент заявил об "экономическом дне Д" в отношении Ирана
Санкции будут грозить и тем, кто сотрудничает с Ираном
Зеленский сообщил о возвращении 10 военных в результате обмена
По его словам, ранее они считались пропавшими без вести
Рита Флорес из Pussy Riot рассказала, что была завербована ФСБ
Ей удалось бежать из России
В Украине против Герасимова открыто дело о нарушении законов войны
Из-за атаки на Киев
ФИДЕ не допустила российские сборные на шахматную Олимпиаду
Решение принял президентский совет
Пашинян: Армения вскоре подаст заявку на вступление в ЕС
После получения ответа и составления "дорожной карты" возможен референдум
Подруге Седы Сулеймановой грозит арест или крупный штраф за пикет в Грозном
В отношении Лены Патяевой, подруги похищенной три года назад уроженки Чечни Седы Сулеймановой, составили административный протокол за одиночный пикет в Грозном. По статье о повторном нарушении правил проведения публичной акции ей может грозить до 30 суток ареста или до 300 тысяч рублей штрафа. Адвокат девушки Наталия Тихонова считает этот протокол незаконным.
"В вину Лене вменяется пикет в Сквере журналистов в Грозном, куда она вышла в полном соответствии с законодательством: оно не требует...
Российские войска ударили по Одесской области, горят гипермаркеты
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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.
From cardboard to cosplay: Kenya’s anime fans turn creativity into culture
Thousands of anime and manga fans gathered in Nairobi for one of Africa’s biggest cosplay conventions, transforming recycled materials, craft skills and imagination into elaborate costumes.
South Africa: Four arrested over murder of boxing champion Zolani Tete
Four suspects in the killing of former world champion boxer Zolani Tete were arrested, South African police said Monday.
Chad accuses Sudanese army of targeting convoy in Chadian territory
Military authorities in Chad have accused Sudan of launching drone strikes against a convoy inside Chadian territory.
Four arrested as Elephant deaths in Kenya’s Amboseli ecosystem rise to 18
Authorities say the investigation is still ongoing and that the preliminary findings must be scientifically verified. Kenya's government has warned that anyone found to have unlawfully killed or poisoned wildlife will face prosecution.
Iran announces major gas discovery in southern province
Iran says it has discovered more than 7.5 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in southern Fars province, with about 5.7 trillion cubic feet estimated to be recoverable. The announcement comes as Tehran faces growing pressure over its ability to export oil.
Aid cuts leave millions of Somali children facing hunger
Drought, global funding cuts and conflict have left some 6 million Somalis facing crisis levels of hunger, about a third of the population. Two million children are suffering from acute malnutrition.
Pope Leo XIV calls for international response to deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
The pope also remembered communities in central Italy ahead of Monday's 10th anniversary of the 6.0-magnitude earthquake that struck areas of Lazio, Umbria and Marche, killing around 300 people.
DRC, M23 agree peace roadmap as Doha talks seek to regain momentum
The Democratic Republic of Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 have agreed on a roadmap for peace talks, setting out the next steps and timetable under the Doha framework. The deal comes after months of stalled diplomacy and renewed fighting in the east.
Gabon revives Its cultural heritage at Libreville’s festival of cultures
Traditional and contemporary dances, storytelling, children being introduced to rites of passage, and local-language workshops: this year’s programme has been designed as a space for transmission as much as for celebration.
Guinea: At least 30 killed as deadly landfill collapse in Conakry
A search and rescue operation was launched as emergency teams combed through the enormous piles of waste for survivors.
Ebola: Artisanal miners keep digging for gold despite virus risk
Artisanal gold mining in Congo draws a highly mobile workforce as miners travel across the region in search of gold, and between mining areas and population centers to trade the mineral
Alarm as bush fires ravage Burundi's Ruvubu National Park
More than 10,000 hectares of Ruvubu National Park have been destroyed by bushfires. Understaffed and under equipped, park rangers are constantly battling the flames with little success
Youth caravan steps up Ebola awareness amid attacks on response teams
Response teams in Ituri and North Kivu provinces have faced intense mistrust, fueled by rumors and misinformation, in a region also torn by violence from multiple armed groups
Former world champion boxer Zolani Tete killed in South Africa
Former world champion boxer Zolani Tete has been shot and killed at his home in South Africa, government officials said Friday
Ethiopia: Tigrayan women celebrate Ashenda amid fears of new war
In Addis Ababa, Tigrayan women gather to celebrate Ashenda, while expressing hopes for lasting peace in Ethiopia's Tigray region, where recent drone strikes on the regional capital Mekella have renewed fears of conflict after the devastating 2020-2022 war
DRC: Ex-president Kabila challenges US sanctions in court
In a suit before a court in Washington, Joseph Kabila who led Congo from 2001 to 2019 contends that his blacklisting by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in April was based on unsubstantiated allegations
Ebola gathering ban stalls cultural revival in eastern Congo’s Goma
When Rwanda-backed M23 rebels took over the city in 2025, leaving hundreds dead in fighting, Goma's cultural scene took a hit. Festivals slowly returned, but now an Ebola outbreak has forced another shutdown
Sudan farms lie barren as El Nino leaves Nile banks dry
Across the country, farmland that could feed the world's largest hunger crisis many times over lies fallow, as weary farmers once again find themselves in the crosshairs of faraway destruction
US returns dozens of smuggled artifacts from three different eras to Egypt
American spy agency FBI returned dozens of looted artifacts to Egyptian government officials during a ceremony held Friday in Los Angeles
Ceuta authorities bury migrants who died in border rush from Morocco
The dead, whose identities are unknown, were among the more than 90 migrants who lost their lives during Spain’s deadliest border crisis three weeks ago
Ebola: DRC receives shipment of more than 16,000 vaccine doses
More than 16,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) late Friday, an AFP journalist saw, as the country faces the deadliest Ebola outbreak in its history
Tanzania: Tundu Lissu denounces 'political case' as treason trial starts
Lissu, head of the opposition Chadema party, was detained in April 2025 and charged with treason, which carries a potential death penalty, for allegedly inciting the public to boycott last year's elections
Eyewitnessess describe moments before deadly Kenya helicopter crash
Residents of Samburu County in northern Kenya have been describing the moments before a deadly helicopter crash that killed all seven people on board.
Algerian police seize 33 kg of cocaine in major drug bust
Algerian police released video on Thursday reportedly showing the results of a major drug bust. Police said they seized some 33 kilos of cocaine and more than 10 million capsules of the psychotropic substance pregabalin.
China-Africa media cooperation: Building skills for the AI era
As the media landscape becomes increasingly digital and intelligent, the message from Beijing is clear: skills, technology and knowledge-sharing will be central to Africa’s ability to shape its own digital future.
French presidential hopeful Philippe vows to crack down on immigration to Mayotte
During a visit to Mayotte on Friday, France’s former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe vowed to crack down on immigration to the French overseas territory if he’s elected to the presidency next year.
Duck brigade replaces pesticides on wine farm in South Africa
Indian runner ducks are used, alongside sheep and cattle, at Vergenoegd Löw to control insects and trim down crops and weeds in the vineyards.
Guinea-Bissau opposition calls for boycott of constitutional referendum
Guinea-Bissau’s opposition PAIGC is calling for a boycott of the country’s upcoming constitutional referendum, citing fears of rigged vote.
Nigeria: Religious leaders unite for social peace in West Africa
The initiative sends a powerful message: religious diversity does not have to divide societies. It can become a foundation for dialogue, solidarity and lasting peace.
South African police arrest five people in $37 million drug bust
The suspects were allegedly operating a multimillion-dollar crystal methamphetamine manufacturing operation on a farm in Limpopo province.
New videos show deadly landslide burying gold miners in Central African Republic
New videos filmed at the Zamboye mining site on 18 August appears to show the moment a landslide swept through an artisanal gold mine in the Central African Republic, burying miners beneath earth and sand.
Tanzanian opposition leader to face trial on treason charges
Tundu Lissu has been detained since April last year for allegedly inciting the public to boycott the November elections.
Police summon Zambian opposition leader for questioning after disputed vote
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been summoned for questioning by police over an alleged national security threat. Mundubile lost to incumbent Hakainde Hichilema in last week's presidential election and has vowed to challenge the results in court.
DRC Ebola outbreak growing 'exponentially,' UN warns, as deaths exceed 2,500
The Ebola outbreak raging through the Democratic Republic of the Congo is growing "exponentially," the United Nations warned on Friday, as the number of deaths from the virus passed 2,500.
Benin cyberactivist Steve Amoussou freed after two-year sentence
Beninese cyberactivist Steve Amoussou has been released after serving a two-year prison sentence for charges including politically motivated insult and spreading false news. His case had become a prominent test of the government's treatment of critics and online dissent.
Belgian university suspends academic who accused Arday of plagiarism
Researcher Nathan Cofnas said in a post on X that he was under investigation by Ghent University for "discriminating" against the late Cambridge professor.
Hungary’s lakes and rivers hit record lows as severe drought deepens
Hungary is facing a severe water crisis, with prolonged heat and drought driving water levels sharply lower. Around 99% of the country is under severe or extreme drought, while desertification threatens the Great Hungarian Plain.
Libya: Fifteen years after Gaddafi, country still divided
Fifteen years after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya remains deeply divided. Hopes for stability following the 2011 revolution have given way to a prolonged political, institutional and security crisis, fuelled by the existence of two rival centres of power.
Mongolia hosts UN desertification summit as drought crisis deepens
Mongolia is hosting the UN Convention to Combat Desertification’s COP17 in Ulaanbaatar from 17 to 28 August, bringing together representatives from 196 countries and the European Union to tackle land degradation, drought and desertification.
South Africa: Beauty Queen Chidimma Adetshina fights deportation
South Africa: Beauty Queen Chidimma Adetshina Fights Deportation
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