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Reform receives record £36m donation from crypto billionaire
Ben Delo's donation, the biggest single sum ever given to a political party in the UK, comes amid scrutiny of Reform's finances.

Lightning Houthi advance in Yemen may bring dangerous new dimension to Iran war
The capture by the rebels of a stretch Yemen's strategic coastline is the group's most impressive military coup for several years.

Masked men, lorries and road blocks: How anti-migrant activists are changing tactics
Patriot Platform wants to build a group of working-class voters to influence political parties on the right.

Arrest made over the death of black woman found hanged from tree in Mississippi
Tasia Fortune's body was found in the lot of an abandoned home in Mississippi in August.

MPs vote against fresh attempt to legalise assisted dying
The proposed law sought to introduce one of the biggest societal changes in recent years.

President Trump to arrive in Ireland for two-day visit
Donald Trump will arrive on Saturday morning at Dublin Airport ahead of a two-day visit to Ireland.

Is a September heatwave forecast for the UK?
Temperatures will return to summerlike levels over the weekend, despite some heavy rain.

'Never, ever forget' - America marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
In New York, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania, solemn ceremonies commemorate the landmark anniversary.

Zverev through to third Grand Slam final in a row
Alexander Zverev beats Karen Khachanov at the US Open to reach a third Grand Slam final in a row and continue his bid for a second major of the year.

Children and woman injured on fairground ride
Police say the three people have been taken to hospital for treatment, with the fair shut for the evening.

Tragic death of woman who testified against father in notorious mafia murder of mother
Denise Cosco testified against the powerful 'Ndrangheta clan and her own father over the murder of her mother in Italy.

Close race in Sweden as hard right eyes role in government
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has promised cabinet jobs for the Sweden Democrats, but the rival left-wing bloc has a narrow lead in the polls.

We've followed their lives for six decades - now the stars of 7 Up are bowing out
70 Up is the final instalment in a series which began in 1964 and has followed the lives of 14 people.

Five minutes to steal a Renoir: Why museum thefts are becoming bolder across Europe
Art detectives and security experts say the number of museum thefts across Europe are increasing - with some thieves inspired.

PlayStation gambles with 18-rated Wolverine game - will it pay off?
The BBC's Tom Gerken plays the hotly anticipated superhero game from Spider-Man makers Insomniac.

I never got to experience my baby's scan but blind parents like me can now feel them
New innovations and workarounds are constantly being made to support blind parents in the challenges they face.

The Papers: 'Military jet tripped chaos' and 'A failure for dying people'
Several of the papers consider on the fall of the assisted dying bill in the House of Commons on Friday.

When an avalanche killed climber Nirmal Purja, his friends faced the hardest mission of all
Mountaineer Mingma G tells the BBC about the climb to bring home the bodies of his closest friends.

Firefighters say this antioxidant helped them - their union warns it could be risky
Glutathione, an antioxidant, has been offered as a treatment at some of the largest US wildfires in recent years.

Battle to save the tiny, gooey snail only found in one lake in the UK
Once prevalent across the UK, this mollusc is now only found in one lake in Wales.

Houthis claim major advance in Yemen and tighten grip on Red Sea shipping lane
The Iran-backed Houthis are also reported to have seized Perim - a strategic island on the major shipping route.

Norway's Princess Astrid dies two days after attending brother King Harald's funeral
Princess Astrid "represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner", the new king, Haakon VIII, said in a tribute to his aunt.

Surrogate who refused abortion over heart defect takes custody battle to US Supreme Court
She fled to Texas where abortions are illegal and now wants custody of the four-week-old baby.

Passenger train derails in France leaving at least 44 injured
France's transport minister says 180 passengers were on board the train operating the Rouen-Caen route in Normandy.

Police to crack down on face coverings at protests
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary says it will use powers under the Crime and Policing Act.

UK government rejects 'kill switch' idea for dangerous AI
The Cabinet Office, which leads on AI safety, says the UK "cannot simply turn AI off".

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MPs Vote Against Assisted Dying Bill
MPs vote against the assisted dying bill with 286 votes against and 270 in favour.

Americast
Trump made the pledge at the Republicans’ first ever midterm convention.

Star-studded, iconic, Oscar-winning mafia epic
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Al Pacino, Marlon Brando and Diane Keaton

Zverev through to third Grand Slam final in a row
Alexander Zverev beats Karen Khachanov at the US Open to reach a third Grand Slam final in a row and continue his bid for a second major of the year.

Razaullah introduces himself as Pakistan thrive in chaos
Cancel the tee time at the Belfry, rearrange the trip to Cadbury World and abort the shopping jolly to the Bullring - Pakistan's debutant Razaullah lights up Edgbaston to send third Test into fourth day.

Like Benzema & as good as Haaland - Alonso on Joao Pedro
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says striker Joao Pedro is similar stylistically to his former Real Madrid team-mate Karim Benzema and is at a comparable level to Manchester City's Erling Haaland.

Ciganda's late sparkle lifts Europe on dramatic opening day of Solheim Cup
Carlota Ciganda steals the show after Europe's top pairing of Charley Hull and Lottie Woad fail to ignite on day one of the Solheim Cup against the United States.

Glitzy innovations but Duplantis still wins - new Ultimate Championship begins
The Ultimate Championship is posed as something different in athletics, but some things stay the same - pole vault star Armand Duplantis taking centre stage.

'Out of control' - Cook questions England tactics
England had “no plan” and were “out of control” in the face of Razaullah’s stunning hitting on the third day of the final Test against Pakistan, according to former captain Alastair Cook.

Al Jazeera

North Korea fires ballistic missiles off eastern coast, Seoul says
South Korea said it was closely exchanging information on the launches with the US and Japan.

Putin and Pezeshkian call out US dominance ahead of BRICS
The presidents of Iran and Russia have criticised US dollar dominance ahead of the BRICS summit in India.

Satellite image shows critical Saudi pipeline damaged in drone attack
Saudi Arabia has shut its East-West oil pipeline after a drone attack. Riyadh says the attack originated in Iraq.

CIA drops dozens of declassified documents on bin Laden and al-Qaeda
A briefer told Clinton in 1998 that bin Laden’s 'preferred option is to strike the US on its own soil in Washington'.

How Canadians are bracing for the impact of Trump’s trade war
Canada’s buy-local movement remains strong, but new tariffs could test how much more shoppers are willing to pay.

Passenger train derails in France, leaving 44 injured, 1 critical
French train derailment sparks emergency response, with 130 firefighters and five medical teams dispatched to the scene.

Former top US diplomat reveals mistakes made after 9/11 attacks
Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad describes misgivings about the US handling of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.

Iran war live: Houthis control Red Sea coast, Saudi pipeline shut down
Houthi forces seize Yemen's Red Sea coast while Saudi Arabia suspends crucial oil pipeline following drone attack.

UN extends partial Sudan arms embargo for a month
Sudan’s UN ambassador said a total arms embargo goes against the UN Charter that guarantees a right to self-defence.

Flavio Bolsonaro faces corruption probe weeks before Brazil election
The investigation came to light as Brazil's Supreme Court unseals files related to the Banco Master corruption scandal.

Israeli demolitions threaten schools and homes in Masafer Yatta
Students pledge to continue learning as Masafer Yatta demolitions target homes, schools, and their right to education.

Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline hit by drones launched from Iraq
Iraq condemns the attack, dismisses a military commander who led operations in Maysan province.

Sabalenka vs Rybakina: US Open women’s singles final – start, prize, form
Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina clash in a Grand Slam final for the second time this year.

Somber tributes as US marks the 25th anniversary of September 11 attacks
Families are remembering the loved ones they lost in the September 11, 2001 attacks on the US.

Zohran Mamdani commemorates 9/11 amid widespread criticism
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani commemorated the 25th anniversary of 9/11, calling it the “darkest day” in the city's history.

US legislators push AI safety laws amid human extinction warnings
Concerns over AI's dangers grow as US legislators introduce bills to ensure human oversight and prevent rogue systems.

US lawyer cites fake witnesses in murder case, blames ChatGPT
State supreme court fined the attorney and held him in contempt for not verifying facts in a court filing.

Razaullah’s six-hitting debut caps Pakistan’s fightback against England
Pakistan all out with a second innings lead of 130 at the close on day three of the third Test at Edgbaston.

Can BRICS help reshape global order by strengthening emerging economies?
Leaders of BRICS member states are meeting at a summit in New Delhi, India.

Hot pursuit: Man who robbed Indian bank using chilli powder arrested
A man posing as a customer threw chilli powder into the eyes of employees at a bank in Nagpur city, western India.

Declassified documents show UK aware of Israeli war crimes for 24 years
UK Foreign Office files, public since 2024, record warnings about Israeli violence and rights abuses since 2002.

City boss Enzo Maresca says spotlight not on him ahead of Manchester derby
Maresca's Man City lead the Premier League standings, with three wins out of three, ahead of Sunday's derby.

Deadly DRC school fire prompts calls for safety reforms
A fire at a school in the Democratic Republic of the Congo killed 28 students and destroyed homes across a neighbourhood

How US leaders remembered the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks
Trump drew parallels to the US's present-day war against Iran, while figures like Abdul El-Sayed called for inclusivity.

Houthi advance in Yemen is about more than just the Red Sea
Houthis were already able to disrupt shipping - their advance consolidates that power, and exposes government weakness.

Global Times

Xi leaves for 18th BRICS Summit in India
Chinese President Xi Jinping left Beijing on Saturday for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi at the invitation of ...

China stresses law enforcement cooperation with East African countries
China will enhance cooperation with East African countries in improving law enforcement capabilities and jointly combating transnational crimes, Chinese State ...

Robots take center stage at 2026 CIFTIS in Beijing, envisioning smarter daily living
Robots are taking over the #2026 CIFTIS in #Beijing – from #robot shopkeepers and postal clerks to tea-picking machines and ...

China's top economic planner invites private investment in 36 projects
China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has recommended 36 investment projects to private enterprises in a bid to further ...

BRICS at 20: The world is eager to hear China's vision: Global Times editorial

When Chinese scientists become the new stars
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The first step in cross-Straits civil discourse on 'one country, two systems' policy: Hai Feng
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GT Voice: How will BRICS trade move beyond trillion-dollar threshold?
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International hotel brands expand in Xinjiang as tourism boom draws investment
Foreign cargo ship fire in Qingdao leaves 25 dead, emergency response mechanism activated

Foreign cargo ship fire in Qingdao leaves 25 dead, emergency response mechanism activated
International hotel brands expand in Xinjiang as tourism boom draws investment

China-hosted security forum calls for stronger global cooperation to tackle increasingly complex synthetic drug threats
As synthetic drugs and increasingly sophisticated transnational criminal networks pose new challenges to global drug control, a senior Chinese official on narcotics control called for countries to strengthen their determination ... A glimpse of cutting-edge innovations at 2026 CIFTIS A robot plays chime bells during the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) at Shougang Park in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 10, 2026. Themed exhibition halls ... China-Laos 'Peace Train-2026' drills feature first systematic use of unmanned smart rescue equipment Search drones lifted off for wide-area aerial surveys, quadruped robot dogs moved in to assess disaster sites, and tracked unmanned vehicles transported "injured" personnel. On Wednesday, the China-Laos "Peace Train ...

A glimpse of cutting-edge innovations at 2026 CIFTIS
China-hosted security forum calls for stronger global cooperation to tackle increasingly complex synthetic drug threats As synthetic drugs and increasingly sophisticated transnational criminal networks pose new challenges to global drug control, a senior Chinese official on narcotics control called for countries to strengthen their determination ... A robot plays chime bells during the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) at Shougang Park in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 10, 2026. Themed exhibition halls ... China-Laos 'Peace Train-2026' drills feature first systematic use of unmanned smart rescue equipment Search drones lifted off for wide-area aerial surveys, quadruped robot dogs moved in to assess disaster sites, and tracked unmanned vehicles transported "injured" personnel. On Wednesday, the China-Laos "Peace Train ...

China-Laos 'Peace Train-2026' drills feature first systematic use of unmanned smart rescue equipment
China-hosted security forum calls for stronger global cooperation to tackle increasingly complex synthetic drug threats As synthetic drugs and increasingly sophisticated transnational criminal networks pose new challenges to global drug control, a senior Chinese official on narcotics control called for countries to strengthen their determination ... A glimpse of cutting-edge innovations at 2026 CIFTIS A robot plays chime bells during the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) at Shougang Park in Beijing, capital of China, Sept. 10, 2026. Themed exhibition halls ... Search drones lifted off for wide-area aerial surveys, quadruped robot dogs moved in to assess disaster sites, and tracked unmanned vehicles transported "injured" personnel. On Wednesday, the China-Laos "Peace Train ...

China sets sights on becoming global auto powerhouse by 2030
China ranks first globally in reserves of 14 minerals including rare earths, tungsten: report

China ranks first globally in reserves of 14 minerals including rare earths, tungsten: report
China sets sights on becoming global auto powerhouse by 2030

China's combination of huge market size, steadfast opening-up, innovation depth, and policy certainty constitute 'a powerful draw' to businesses
“This used to be a steel mill. Now the old workshops are equipped with modern functions, keeping so many traces of history. It's beautiful,” Norwegian visual artist René Konings told the Global Times, speaking of Beijing's Shougang Park, the venue of the 2026 China International Fair for Trade ...

Sharp rebound in business confidence among US companies in China: AmCham Shanghai report
US companies in China have witnessed a sharp rebound in business confidence, supported by stronger financial performance, an improved geopolitical landscape, and regulatory progress, with nearly 80 percent of respondents ... China-built core surface facilities at Uganda's first commercial oilfield completed, paving way for production The core surface facilities at Uganda's Kingfisher oilfield passed mechanical completion acceptance on Thursday, marking the completion of a key construction phase at the country's first commercial oilfield as it ... Investment confidence in China rises as 28% of US respondents boosted investment in 2025, a four-year high: AmCham Shanghai report The US companies in China have witnessed a sharp rebound in business confidence, supported by stronger financial performance, an improved geopolitical landscape and regulatory progress, a business report released by ...

China-built core surface facilities at Uganda's first commercial oilfield completed, paving way for production
Sharp rebound in business confidence among US companies in China: AmCham Shanghai report US companies in China have witnessed a sharp rebound in business confidence, supported by stronger financial performance, an improved geopolitical landscape, and regulatory progress, with nearly 80 percent of respondents ... The core surface facilities at Uganda's Kingfisher oilfield passed mechanical completion acceptance on Thursday, marking the completion of a key construction phase at the country's first commercial oilfield as it ... Investment confidence in China rises as 28% of US respondents boosted investment in 2025, a four-year high: AmCham Shanghai report The US companies in China have witnessed a sharp rebound in business confidence, supported by stronger financial performance, an improved geopolitical landscape and regulatory progress, a business report released by ...

Investment confidence in China rises as 28% of US respondents boosted investment in 2025, a four-year high: AmCham Shanghai report
Sharp rebound in business confidence among US companies in China: AmCham Shanghai report US companies in China have witnessed a sharp rebound in business confidence, supported by stronger financial performance, an improved geopolitical landscape, and regulatory progress, with nearly 80 percent of respondents ... China-built core surface facilities at Uganda's first commercial oilfield completed, paving way for production The core surface facilities at Uganda's Kingfisher oilfield passed mechanical completion acceptance on Thursday, marking the completion of a key construction phase at the country's first commercial oilfield as it ... The US companies in China have witnessed a sharp rebound in business confidence, supported by stronger financial performance, an improved geopolitical landscape and regulatory progress, a business report released by ...

From a 625-meter-high ­suspended bridge to old city lanes, Anshun offers more than expected
Many tourists choose to travel to Anshun, a city in Southwest China's Guizhou Province, for the picturesque Huangguoshu Waterfall. But the first thing that greets some visitors has nothing to ... Shanghai sports bureau says Olympic champion Liu Xiang accepts 494,000-yuan buyout as athlete retirement deals draw attention Former Olympic champion Liu Xiang has chosen to leave the state sports system through a voluntary buyout, 11 years after retiring, the Shanghai Sports Bureau said Wednesday afternoon. The move ... 'Travel Frog: China Journey' to shut down over stringent renewal terms by Japanese IP holder: report The Chinese version of a mobile game, “Travel Frog: China Journey,” will shut down in December because its Japanese IP rights holder reportedly “proposed stringent terms” during renewal negotiations, according ...

Shanghai sports bureau says Olympic champion Liu Xiang accepts 494,000-yuan buyout as athlete retirement deals draw attention
From a 625-meter-high ­suspended bridge to old city lanes, Anshun offers than expected Many tourists choose to travel to Anshun, a city in Southwest China's Guizhou Province, for the picturesque Huangguoshu Waterfall. But the first thing that greets some visitors has nothing to ... Former Olympic champion Liu Xiang has chosen to leave the state sports system through a voluntary buyout, 11 years after retiring, the Shanghai Sports Bureau said Wednesday afternoon. The move ... 'Travel Frog: China Journey' to shut down over stringent renewal terms by Japanese IP holder: report The Chinese version of a mobile game, “Travel Frog: China Journey,” will shut down in December because its Japanese IP rights holder reportedly “proposed stringent terms” during renewal negotiations, according ...

'Travel Frog: China Journey' to shut down over stringent renewal terms by Japanese IP holder: report
From a 625-meter-high ­suspended bridge to old city lanes, Anshun offers than expected Many tourists choose to travel to Anshun, a city in Southwest China's Guizhou Province, for the picturesque Huangguoshu Waterfall. But the first thing that greets some visitors has nothing to ... Shanghai sports bureau says Olympic champion Liu Xiang accepts 494,000-yuan buyout as athlete retirement deals draw attention Former Olympic champion Liu Xiang has chosen to leave the state sports system through a voluntary buyout, 11 years after retiring, the Shanghai Sports Bureau said Wednesday afternoon. The move ... The Chinese version of a mobile game, “Travel Frog: China Journey,” will shut down in December because its Japanese IP rights holder reportedly “proposed stringent terms” during renewal negotiations, according ...

How one book and a lifetime of reading shaped Zhang Ran's stage art
Pollen season hits north: Experts offer advice for allergy sufferers

Pollen season hits north: Experts offer advice for allergy sufferers
How one book and a lifetime of reading shaped Zhang Ran's stage art

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Лидер оппозиционной партии Георгий Барамидзе арестован в Грузии
Ему предъявляют обвинения в государственной измене

"Альтернатива для Германии" подала иск против канцлера Фридриха Мерца
Мерц заявил, что АдГ планирует "этнические чистки"

В США почтили память погибших 25 лет назад, 11 сентября 2001 года
Тогда погибли почти три тысячи человек

Умерла принцесса Норвегии Астрид Мод Ингеборг
Ей было 94 года

Минюст признал "иноагентом" правозащитный проект "Пермь-36"
Но исключил из списка Евгения Понасенкова

В российских колониях и СИЗО содержатся 16 граждан США
Всего в России за решёткой около 25 тысяч иностранцев

Лукашенко: сын Николай служит в армии "в самом сложном подразделении"
Он также заявил о необходимости проверки в армии "вплоть до мобилизации"

Пару из Волгоградской области задержали из-за видео с тренировками на "Солдатском поле"
Их обвинили в реабилитации нацизма

В Челябинской области с выборов сняли всех кандидатов от "Яблока"
О последнем решении стало известно сегодня

В Казахстане активиста арестовали за мем о горящем складе Wildberries
Арман Шураев в своё время возглавлял пресс-службу штаба Назарбаева

Гражданина Беларуси в РФ приговорили к 25 годам за "помощь противнику"
Его обвинили в том, что он готовил взрыв на месте вербовки контрактников

Журналистка рассказала о встрече с Рощиной и пытках в плену у РФ
Несколько месяцев она содержалась в Мелитополе

Канада ввела санкции против главы МЧС России и его жены
И ещё ряда лиц, причастных к вывозу украинских детей

США усилили санкции против сетей влияния Ирана
Меры направлены и против "Хезболлы"

В Казахстане суд оставил в силе отказ в убежище Мансуру Мовлаеву из Чечни
В Казахстане кассационный суд оставил в силе отказ в предоставлении убежища бежавшему из Чечни Мансуру Мовлаеву. Согласно официальной версии, он не доказал наличие риска преследования в случае возвращения в Россию. О решении суда сообщила "Новая газета Европа" со ссылкой на адвоката Вадима Дроздова. По его словам, с практической точки зрения это означает, что риск фактической передачи Мовлаева России "существенно возрастёт". Уроженец Чечни находится под арестом в Алматы с мая 2025 года. В...

В Киеве под удары РФ попали девятиэтажный дом и АЗС, есть жертвы
Минобороны России заявило об ударах по дата-центрам

В Саратове атакован склад Ozon, в Березниках - завод "Азот"
Удары наносились также по Волгограду

Япония потребовала изменить новую карту мира из-за обозначения Курил
На карте Equal Earth острова обозначены одним цветом с Россией

Британца обвинили в подготовке поджогов заводов по заданию ГРУ
Следствие утверждает, что Джошуа Кэммидж предлагал атаковать четыре предприятия

МАГАТЭ зафиксировало активность на объекте "Гора Кирка" в Иране
США пригрозили нанести по подземному комплексу новый удар

Africanews

Nigeria: Abuja bans all official visits to South Africa amid anti-immigrant violence
As violence in South Africa continues against immigrants, the Nigerian National Assembly has announced it is banning all official visits to the country.

Cleaner cooking stoves offer hope for 1 billion Africans using wood, charcoal
Almost 1 billion Africans still rely on wood, charcoal and other fuels that produce harmful smoke, according to the International Energy Agency. But across continent, cleaner cooking stoves are being brought into homes by cutting the price of electric and efficient biomass models

South Africa: Thousands of Zulu women gather for reed dance ceremony
Bright outfits and dancing filled the streets of Ingwavuma, in South Africa's southeastern KwaZulu-Natal province on Saturday, as thousands of young zulu women gethered to take part in the annual Reed Dance ceremony.

Six Nigerians to face US charges over $6m online romance scam
Six Nigerian nationals linked to an organized criminal network that allegedly swindled American women out of over $6 million through online romance scams will be extradited to the United States on Friday, South African police said.

Russia trafficking foreigners to fight in Ukraine, Amnesty says
Russia is illegally trafficking foreigners to fight in Ukraine, Amnesty International said in a report Thursday, citing interviews with prisoners of war whom it said had been deceived into signing Russian military contracts

Uganda: Save the Children warns child malnutrition is worsening
Home to around 1.6 million people, Uganda’s Karamoja region has seen worsening food insecurity over the course of the past few months, according to Save the Children.

Samuel Eto’o rejects embezzlement allegations, calls claims smear campaign
Cameroon football chief Samuel Eto’o has rejected embezzlement allegations, calling the claims mere smear campaigns.

Moroccan lawyers extend strike over profession law
Moroccan lawyers are continuing a nationwide strike, launched nearly three months ago to protest changes to their practise which they say undermine their independence

Algeria: diversifying beyond oil and gas [Business Africa]
After decades of heavy reliance on oil and gas, Algeria is seeking to diversify its economy by expanding industry, agriculture, services and mining.

UN warns of persistent corruption and violence ahead of S.Sudan polls
South Sudan has seen no progress on corruption or political stability, a United Nations commission warned on Thursday after touring the country ahead of its first-ever elections.

Ebola: Kisangani gets new treatment centre as authorities scale capacity
Congolese authorities inaugurated a new treatment centre in the city of Kisangani as they race to ramp up surveillance, diagnostic and treatment capacity

Analyst says Algeria-UAE rift reflects wider Sahel dispute
Smail Debeche, a professor of international relations at the University of Algiers III, said the decision was a reaction to what he described as UAE actions against Algeria on the regional level, including in Africa's Sahel region and Libya.

Anthony Joshua crash driver trial adjourned to November 17
The trial of Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, the driver involved in the December 2025 crash that injured boxer Anthony Joshua and killed two members of his team, was adjourned Thursday to November 17.

South Africa protesters set September 30 deadline for undocumented migrants
Protesters in South African have given immigrants living in the country illegally until Sept. 30 to leave, threatening larger demonstrations if their demands are not met.

DRC: Bukavu residents reel in aftermath of deadly school blaze
Residents in the rebel-controlled city of Bukavu have been reeling in the aftermath of a fire that tore through two schools and proved deadly.

Ceuta: Morocco denies involvement in mass migrant crossing
In the wake of the migrant rush into Spain’s North African exclave of Ceuta back in July, Morocco has insisted there are ‘no facts’ indicating its involvement.

S. Africa: Johannesburg hearing postponed for man accused of murder
A man suspected of killing his wife and two daughters in England appeared in a Johannesburg courthouse on Thursday. Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma is a British citizen of Zimbabwean origin; he has admitted unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition.

DRC: Deadly fire ravages school and entire neighbourhood in Bukavu
A devastating fire has struck the city of Bukavu, in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The blaze, which broke out in the densely populated Kadutu district, killed at least 24 schoolchildren and destroyed two schools as well as more than 300 homes, according to a provisional toll from local autho

Chester Zoo celebrates the arrival of rare baby rock hyraxes
The six-week-old pups, named Russ, Spud and Jackie, were first shown to the public this week. They’re tiny, weighing just 350 grams, and staff say visitors are delighted to spot them in their enclosure.

Chinese electric motorcycle imports to Africa rise 60%
Africa’s imports of electric motorcycles and three-wheelers from China rose sharply in the first half of 2026, underscoring a divide in the continent's transition to electric vehicles.

Kenyan FM says move to regularise status of foreign workers not 'discriminatory'
As it seeks to backtrack from the concern, Kenya has warned foreign workers they have 90 days to regularise their status. The foreign minister says the move to regularise the status of foreign workers is not 'discriminatory'.

Morocco kicks off legislative election campaign with 27 political parties vying for 395 seats
Campaigning for Morocco's legislative election opened on Thursday, with the governing coalition seeking to retain power amid discontent over economic and regional inequalities.

Pix of the Day, 10 September, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 10 September, 2026 - Across the world

Algeria-UAE relations collapse after months of growing strain
Algeria said Thursday it was cutting diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates following years of tension, with Algiers accusing Abu Dhabi of interfering in national and regional affairs.

Dakar Youth Olympics flame lit in Athens ahead of games
The flame for the Dakar Youth Olympics was lit in Athens on Thursday for the first Olympic competition ever staged in Africa.

Middle East turmoil: Oil spikes above $100 on war fears
Oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel as fighting between the U.S. and Iran intensifies, raising fresh concerns for consumers and businesses around the world.

Nairobi's street acrobats make a living by performing for motorists
The spectacle has been normalized at traffic stops in and around Nairobi, with acrobats taking advantage of gridlocks to perform for acknowledgement with cash tips. It is how they earn a living

Funding cuts forcing dozens of health clinics in Sudan to close, aid groups warn
An additional three dozen health facilities serving more than 400,000 people in Sudan are closing this year due to global aid cuts, worsening a dire humanitarian situation in a country torn by more than three years of war, aid groups said Tuesday.

Nigerian presidential hopeful Obi promises anti-corruption drive
Oil-rich Nigeria can tackle its cost-of-living crisis in part by fighting government waste, presidential candidate Peter Obi told AFP, as politicians jostle to lead Africa's most populous country.

Trump pledges $5,000 payout if Republicans win US midterms
US President Donald Trump has promised a $5,000 payment to every adult American if Republicans win control of both chambers of Congress in November’s midterm elections.

Fighter jets soar in the sky at Egypt's El Alamein air show
The 2026 edition has brought together government and military delegations, aviation authorities, space agencies, airlines, and aerospace manufacturers

Uganda's Tooro kingdom succession disputed after death of King Oyo
Uganda’s Tooro kingdom has named television news anchor  Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as its new king, but the succession has been challenged by the mother of the late King Oyo Nyimba, just days before his burial.

Ebola survivors in Beni take their lessons to schools as classes resume
The Ebola survivors’ association in Beni, in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak, held an awareness-raising session for students as school resumed last week

Migration: Spanish prime minister defends handling of Ceuta crisis
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez defended his government's handling of the migration crisis in Ceuta where some 80,000 migrants tried to enter at the end of July

Colossal energy brings veteran investor Warren Irwin on board as Africa strategy advances
Canadian explorer adds four decades of capital-markets and offshore investment experience as it targets upstream opportunities across Africa

Kenya records 19 Mpox deaths as cases rise to 1,298
At least 19 people have died from mox since the outbreak was confirmed in Kenya three months ago, according to a statement released Monday by the Kenyan Ministry of Health.

Kenyan start-up makes robotic limbs to sign for deaf kids
A Kenyan start-up has built a mechanical hand that can translate a teachers' voice into sign language in real time, allowing deaf children to learn alongside their hearing counterparts

Mali’s information war is increasingly being shaped by AI
Generative AI is increasingly used for information warfare in Mali, according to a study released Wednesday, with the conflict's factions mastering the technology to varying degrees.

UN hails Libyan agreement to move toward elections
The UN Security Council on Tuesday hailed an agreement reached by Libya's rival political groups that paves the way for elections to be held within two years.

Fifty Chinese nationals convicted in Madagascar for crimes deported
Chinese nationals convicted in Madagascar for their involvement in online fraud networks have been transferred to their country of origin to continue serving their sentences.

Sissi urges de-escalation as Israel attacks Gaza, Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday wounded at least nine people and reduced buildings to rubble in various areas

Ballon d'Or 2026: Hakimi, Mané among African nominees
Nominations for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, which recognises performances during the 2025-26 season, were announced by France Football magazine on Tuesday, ahead of the awards ceremony in London on October 26.

Iran claims strike on U.S. warships and oil tankers
Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they have attacked and damaged two U.S. warships and eight oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, in what they call retaliation for a U.S. strike on Iranian tankers.

Egypt air show spotlights drones and military hardware
Dozens of exhibitors from several countries are taking part in the El Alamein International Air Show, held this week at the airport in Egypt's northwestern Mediterranean coast.

Gambian leader vows power boost after violent blackout protests
Gambian President Adama Barrow on Tuesday pledged to boost power supplies by next month after violent protests over blackouts that have dogged the west African country since June

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

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

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

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

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