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Key findings from Lucy Letby Thirlwall Inquiry
The inquiry found a "complete failure to protect babies on the neonatal unit" where the nurse worked.

State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%
The increase has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.

Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter
The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.

Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win
He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.

Political donors could face tougher residency rules
It comes after Reform received donations totalling £72m from two British crypto-billionaires who have both recently lived abroad.

Supreme Court blocks Trump's plan to restrict mail-in ballots
The Trump administration had asked the court to lift a federal judge's temporary block on new rules for mail-in ballots.

Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.

Two dead after car hits group of pedestrians
A vehicle hit four people before colliding with two cars on White Rose Way in Doncaster, police say.

Fall in small boat Channel crossings down to law enforcement, agency says
But other factors, including developments in the Middle East, may also be playing a role.

Harry and Meghan change children's school over security concerns due to traffic
It is understood that the couple's private security team had cited concerns about difficulties in making the school run route secure.

Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption
Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.

The winners and nominees in full
Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.

Five things you may not know about Emmy record-breaker Matthew Rhys
The Welsh actor became the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the Emmy Awards.

Watch: Superstars and broken records at the 2026 ceremony
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.

Home Alone and Schitt's Creek stars pay tribute to late Catherine O'Hara
Tributes were also paid to Dolly Parton, James Van Der Beek and Tim Curry.

In pictures: Zendaya, Selena Gomez and other stars light up red carpet
Stars from the latest hit TV shows turn out at the biggest night in the US TV calendar.

I was paid thousands to start a new life in small town America
Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.

Watch: What's behind the decision to review Harry and Meghan's UK security?
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are going to be given a review of their publicly-funded security after their return to live in the UK.

Ukraine's postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire
The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front.

From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures
Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.

Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade'
Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards.

US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons
The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action.

Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport, sprinter Hunt says
British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney is a part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.

Mother sentenced for killing son and attempting to murder daughter
The woman was convicted and jailed in 2023 but in 2025 senior judges ruled those convictions were unsafe.

Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.

UK set to turn cooler as unsettled weather continues
As temperatures drop through the week and it starts to feel more autumnal, is it now time to put the summer clothes away?

London misses out to Nairobi in World Athletics bid
London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.

Lost oyster beds rediscovered thanks to Gaelic and Scots language
Scientists searched for the inclusion of the Gaelic and Scots words for oyster or oysters in place-names around Scotland's coast.

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President Trump dismisses need for AI guardrails, saying “whoever wins AI, wins”

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London loses bid to host 2029 World Athletics as Nairobi named host
London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.

Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport - Hunt
British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned about the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney being part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.

Spurs' Richarlison posts crying emoji after being left out of Liverpool tie
Richarlison publicly expresses his displeasure at Roberto de Zerbi's decision to leave him out of Tottenham's squad for Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool.

How did they get the Madring track so wrong? - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Spanish Grand Prix.

McBurnie & seven uncapped names in Scotland squad
Hull City forward Oli McBurnie is called up to the Scotland squad for the first time in five years while seven uncapped make new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first selection.

Rodon absent as Ashford earns first Wales call-up
Craig Bellamy hands a first call-up to Cardiff City forward Cian Ashford for Wales' Nations League A campaign but is without key defender Joe Rodon.

Al Jazeera

Athletes share ‘what women in sport look like’ to rebut Sydney Sweeney ad
Female athletes are against a sports-betting ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney.

Zelenskyy says Ukraine will pause attacks if Russia spares infrastructure
Zelenskyy insists de-escalation depends on US ensuring Russia's genuine readiness to stop war and attacks on Ukraine.

US repeals pollution limits for fossil fuel power plants
The US Environmental Protection Agency ends a rule that limits greenhouse gas emissions from coal and gas power plants.

Benchmark US government bond yield hits 19-year peak as oil prices surge
The 10-year US Treasury yield hit 5.02 percent on Tuesday for the first time since the 2007 global financial crisis.

Dozens of aircraft, hundreds of buildings: US loss to Iran attacks revealed
The Pentagon watchdog's report paints a picture of significant losses to US forces and facilities in the region.

Why is pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil suing Columbia University?
Mahmoud Khalil sues Columbia University and its dean for alleged institutional racism targeting pro-Palestine students.

Nairobi to host World Athletics Championships in 2029
Nairobi beats London, Munich and Rome to become the first African hosts, World Athletics says.

UN experts say Belarus justice system used to target Lukashenko opponents
The experts say courts, police, security services, prosecutors, and prison authorities work together to silence critics.

US Supreme Court rejects Trump’s plans on postal ballots: Why it matters
Trump has repeatedly criticised mail-in votes and has attempted to restrict them ahead of the midterms.

Mitch McConnell returns to US Senate after three-month absence
Senator McConnell casts his first vote since June, pledging presence for crucial Senate decisions.

Heavy air strikes hit Yemen, UN says over 100000 people displaced
Saudi-led coalition promises to respond 'firmly' to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.

What to watch in the US’s Delaware primary elections
It's the last state primary scheduled before November's midterm elections.

Hungary to amend anti-LGBTQ law to align with EU standards
A new bill will remove references to banning the 'promotion' of homosexuality.

Palestine weekly: Settlement sanctions spark diplomatic crisis
New B'Tselem report frames events on ground as Israel's 'project of elimination' of Palestinians.

‘More dangerous than drugs’: BJP’s war on beef in India’s West Bengal
Since Prime Minister Modi's BJP came to power in West Bengal, beef is vanishing from menus as supplies become harder.

Leeds United defeat Newcastle 4-1 to go third in Premier League
Goals from in-form forward Calvert-Lewin, Okafor and Bogle boost Leeds' standing in the league table.

Internet shutdown crosses 100 days in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Mobile data, broadband services suspended in the territory since protests calling for electoral reform in June.

Spectacular turtle nesting event in southern Mexico
More than 300,000 olive ridley turtles have arrived at a beach in southern Mexico in the latest mass nesting.

Emmy winners 2026: ‘Widow’s Bay’ and ‘The Pitt’ dominate
Jean Smart earns fifth Emmy for 'Hacks', becoming the first to win lead comedy actress for every season of the show.

Millions line up for ‘sacred henna’ at Indian temple
Drone visuals show masses lining up at Indian temple for sacred henna, believed to help unmarried people find a match.

Trump calls, interrupts Nvidia CEO to say AI fears are ‘a hoax’
US President Donald Trump makes a surprise call to Nvidia's CEO, interrupting a live event to discuss fears about AI.

US Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterms
US Supreme Court rejects Trump’s bid to tighten mail-in voting rules ahead of critical midterm elections.

Trump administration suffers double legal setback over immigration policy
Courts and Democratic-led states mount legal challenges against Trump administration visa and green card limits.

Suspected bicycle thief dies during arrest in Netherlands
Protests have been held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands after a man died during a police arrest over the weekend.

Viral hit-and-run raises road rage questions in India
Indian police have launched a probe after a woman biker shared video of a car ramming her motorcycle.

Global Times

China's largest international offshore oil & gas engineering project starts construction
China's largest international offshore oil and gas engineering project — Qatar Bul Hanine oilfield redevelopment project — started construction in ...

Why should Latin America learn from China? Former Peruvian PM gives answer to GT
China's success in lifting 800 million people out of poverty over the past four decades is an astonishing achievement that ...

US-claimed deployment of orbital weapons 'exposes space hegemony, risks fueling global arms race'
US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink's disclosure that the Space Force has operational “space control weapons” in orbit marks Washington's ...

Several Chinese universities, firms offer 13-day breaks as Chinese travelers gear up for extended holiday period
As China counts down to one of its longest holiday periods of the year with the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and ...

The continued resumption of China-US security dialogue sends multiple signals: Global Times editorial

Building a powerful navy? Australia risks falling into a US trap
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Safeguarding multilateralism a shared goal of China, India
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GT Voice: Why is China's posture on AI co-op gaining global appeal?
Global Times

China's innovative drugs gain wider global reach, signaling growing recognition
China's innovative drugs have gained wider global reach this year, reflecting growing international recognition of the country's homegrown pharmaceutical innovations, the country's drug regulator said on Monday.

Village teacher safeguards children's education dreams for 28 years in China's Shanxi
China to make every effort to search, rescue Latvian nationals missing in mudslide from ice-rock avalanche in Nepal: Chinese FM

China to make every effort to search, rescue Latvian nationals missing in mudslide from ice-rock avalanche in Nepal: Chinese FM
Village teacher safeguards children's education dreams for 28 years in China's Shanxi

Yuxi City in Yunnan leverages natural scenery to boost local tourism
In recent years, local authorities have stepped up efforts to protect ecological environment of Fuxian Lake and developed lakeside activities, combining the natural scenery with local fishing culture to ... NSA's reported restructuring with China-focused organization signals shift toward 'systemic competition,' could erode mutual trust The US National Security Agency (NSA), the intelligence community's premier global eavesdropping agency, is reportedly set to undergo its most extensive internal restructuring in at least a decade, with China ... China earthquake authority in talks with Apple to bring official alerts to iOS China's earthquake authority said it is in talks with Apple to accelerate efforts to bring official earthquake early-warning information to the iOS system, according to a recent response posted on ...

NSA's reported restructuring with China-focused organization signals shift toward 'systemic competition,' could erode mutual trust
Yuxi City in Yunnan leverages natural scenery to boost local tourism In recent years, local authorities have stepped up efforts to protect ecological environment of Fuxian Lake and developed lakeside activities, combining the natural scenery with local fishing culture to ... The US National Security Agency (NSA), the intelligence community's premier global eavesdropping agency, is reportedly set to undergo its most extensive internal restructuring in at least a decade, with China ... China earthquake authority in talks with Apple to bring official alerts to iOS China's earthquake authority said it is in talks with Apple to accelerate efforts to bring official earthquake early-warning information to the iOS system, according to a recent response posted on ...

China earthquake authority in talks with Apple to bring official alerts to iOS
Yuxi City in Yunnan leverages natural scenery to boost local tourism In recent years, local authorities have stepped up efforts to protect ecological environment of Fuxian Lake and developed lakeside activities, combining the natural scenery with local fishing culture to ... NSA's reported restructuring with China-focused organization signals shift toward 'systemic competition,' could erode mutual trust The US National Security Agency (NSA), the intelligence community's premier global eavesdropping agency, is reportedly set to undergo its most extensive internal restructuring in at least a decade, with China ... China's earthquake authority said it is in talks with Apple to accelerate efforts to bring official earthquake early-warning information to the iOS system, according to a recent response posted on ...

iPhone Duo faces fierce rivalry amid reservation boom
From 'Participant' to 'Co-definer': iQOO and Samsung Display Team Up to Build the 'World's Best Screen'

From 'Participant' to 'Co-definer': iQOO and Samsung Display Team Up to Build the 'World's Best Screen'
iPhone Duo faces fierce rivalry amid reservation boom

China's robots advance from stage to shop floor
A robotic hand picked up a calligraphy brush, dipped it in ink and wrote "fu," a Chinese character meaning good fortune, on a square of red paper, delighting crowds. Chinese robots like this one are no longer just event performers. They are increasingly clocking in ...

China's August robot output up 34.6%, contributing to 16.7% surge in high-tech manufacturing output value
China's economy stayed broadly stable in August, continuing a shift toward new growth drivers. Industrial sector gathered pace in August, with value-added output of enterprises above designated size rising 5.2 ... Cross-border passenger trips through Heihe Port hit 1 mln since beginning of 2026 Police officers of Heihe border inspection station help foreign passengers fill out foreigner arrival cards at a port in Heihe, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Sept. 14, 2026. Cross-border personnel exchanges ... China's express delivery sector shows steady growth in August China's courier sector saw steady growth in August, according to an industry index released by the State Post Bureau on Monday.

Cross-border passenger trips through Heihe Port hit 1 mln since beginning of 2026
China's August robot output up 34.6%, contributing to 16.7% surge in high-tech manufacturing output value China's economy stayed broadly stable in August, continuing a shift toward new growth drivers. Industrial sector gathered pace in August, with value-added output of enterprises above designated size rising 5.2 ... Police officers of Heihe border inspection station help foreign passengers fill out foreigner arrival cards at a port in Heihe, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Sept. 14, 2026. Cross-border personnel exchanges ... China's express delivery sector shows steady growth in August China's courier sector saw steady growth in August, according to an industry index released by the State Post Bureau on Monday.

China's express delivery sector shows steady growth in August
China's August robot output up 34.6%, contributing to 16.7% surge in high-tech manufacturing output value China's economy stayed broadly stable in August, continuing a shift toward new growth drivers. Industrial sector gathered pace in August, with value-added output of enterprises above designated size rising 5.2 ... Cross-border passenger trips through Heihe Port hit 1 mln since beginning of 2026 Police officers of Heihe border inspection station help foreign passengers fill out foreigner arrival cards at a port in Heihe, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Sept. 14, 2026. Cross-border personnel exchanges ... China's courier sector saw steady growth in August, according to an industry index released by the State Post Bureau on Monday.

"Theater village" in Minning Town tells stories of Fujian-Ningxia paired assistance
Farmer-actor Wang Guozhong prepares to go on stage at the "theater village" in Minning Town of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 11, 2026. This ... In pics: moon meets Venus in night sky This photo taken on Sept. 14, 2026 shows the planet of Venus next to the moon in the sky over Jouret al-Ballout village, Lebanon. In pics: 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship Valencia CFMOTO Aspar's Sun Shengbo (R) of China competes during the Race 2 of the ESBK Talent category at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship Valencia in Valencia, Spain, Sept. 13, 2026. ...

In pics: moon meets Venus in night sky
"Theater village" in Minning Town tells stories of Fujian-Ningxia paired assistance Farmer-actor Wang Guozhong prepares to go on stage at the "theater village" in Minning Town of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 11, 2026. This ... This photo taken on Sept. 14, 2026 shows the planet of Venus next to the moon in the sky over Jouret al-Ballout village, Lebanon. In pics: 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship Valencia CFMOTO Aspar's Sun Shengbo (R) of China competes during the Race 2 of the ESBK Talent category at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship Valencia in Valencia, Spain, Sept. 13, 2026. ...

In pics: 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship Valencia
"Theater village" in Minning Town tells stories of Fujian-Ningxia paired assistance Farmer-actor Wang Guozhong prepares to go on stage at the "theater village" in Minning Town of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 11, 2026. This ... In pics: moon meets Venus in night sky This photo taken on Sept. 14, 2026 shows the planet of Venus next to the moon in the sky over Jouret al-Ballout village, Lebanon. CFMOTO Aspar's Sun Shengbo (R) of China competes during the Race 2 of the ESBK Talent category at the 2026 Spanish Superbike Championship Valencia in Valencia, Spain, Sept. 13, 2026. ...

Bai Yulu reclaims women's snooker world No.1 with eyes on the Crucible
For 23-year-old Chinese snooker player Bai Yulu, reclaiming the world No.1 ranking was not quite the celebration it might have been the first time around.

Interview with Chinese sci-fi writer: Can Chinese sci-fi find its next breakthrough after Three-Body?
Hyrox vows bans for online abuse after course contamination scandal draws heated discussion on hygiene, responsibilities

Hyrox vows bans for online abuse after course contamination scandal draws heated discussion on hygiene, responsibilities
Interview with Chinese sci-fi writer: Can Chinese sci-fi find its next breakthrough after Three-Body?

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Верховная Рада поддержала снятие Кравченко с поста генпрокурора
Ранее он выехал за границу и выступил с обвинениями в адрес антикоррупционных ведомств

Историка русской кухни Павла Сюткина приговорили к 6 годам колонии
По делу о фейках об армии

Песков назвал энергетическое перемирие "хорошей идеей"
Он сослался на мнение Трампа. Ранее он высказывался иначе

airBaltic подала в США заявление о защите и начала реструктуризацию
Она оказалась в тяжёлом финансовом положении

Фрегат РФ выпустил сигнальные ракеты в сторону вертолёта ВВС Дании
Российского посла вызвали в МИД

Российские власти Севастополя отобрали предприятия за "поддержку ВСУ"
А также имущество нескольких физических лиц

Бежавший из Чечни Мансур Мовлаев пытался покончить с собой в СИЗО Казахстана. Ранее ему отказали в убежище 
Уроженец Чечни Мансур Мовлаев пытался покончить с собой в СИЗО Казахстана, где он ожидает депортации в Россию после отказа в убежище. В оставленной записке Мовлаев заявил, что не желает подвергаться пыткам со стороны сотрудников чеченских силовых структур. О случившемся сообщила "Новая газета. Европа" со ссылкой на адвоката Вадима Дроздова. Издание также опубликовало записку, которую оставил заключенный – в ней он заявил, что ни суд, ни прокуратура его не слышат, он "устал от...

Заседание клуба "Валдай" перенесли из Сочи в Подмосковье
На фоне риска атаки украинских дронов

Банк ВТБ внесли в санкционный список США из-за связей с Ираном
Банк уже находится под санкциями из-за вторжения в Украину

Россия ударила по двум АЗС в Киеве и портовой инфраструктуре
Есть погибший и пострадавшие

В небе над Литвой истребители НАТО сбили беспилотник
Пока не сообщается, чей

Беспилотники атаковали НПЗ в Сызрани
Украинские каналы пишут о наиболее масштабной атаке на него за всю войну

Украинские войска ударили по Таганрогу, повреждён склад Ozon 
Удар был нанесён также по заводу имени Бериева

Лидеры 12 европейских стран считают Россию угрозой для Арктики
Об этом шла речь на Европейском Арктическом саммите

Трамп: Украина и Россия не будут бомбить энергообъекты друг друга
Официальных заявлений об этом Россия и Украина пока не сделали

Лидеры кельтских регионов Британии подписали договор о самоопределении
Он касается вопросов выхода из состава Соединённого Королевства

Экс-генпрокурор Украины Руслан Кравченко покинул страну
Он обвинил главу НАБУ в подделке документов

В Польше в Балтийском море обнаружен беспилотник
Предположительно, российского происхождения

Сотрудника транспортной полиции осудили на 17 лет по делу о диверсии в Воронежской областти
Его признали виновным в поджоге трёх электроподстанций

В России против Noize МС возбудили дело об оправдании терроризма
По статье грозит до семи лет колонии

Africanews

Robot valet parking at Gatwick Airport promises safer, easier long‑stay car storage
London Gatwick Airport is testing car-parking robots, offering secure, automated long-stay parking for most vehicles at a small extra cost.

Africa's rainmakers still in demand but face challenges from climate change
African rainmakers have long been revered as spiritual leaders who perform rituals to bring rain, with the role often passed down through generations. But climate change is raising expectations they can't meet, leaving them increasingly blamed for drought — and in extreme cases, killed by mobs.

Shanghai celebrates 37th Tourism Festival showcasing cultural heritage
The 37th Shanghai Tourism Festival is bringing parades and cultural performances to commercial districts, cultural venues and streets across the city through October 6.

Nearly 94,000 displaced by renewed fighting in Yemen
IOM teams have been helping new arrivals ashore, distributing food and providing emergency shelter. Women and children have sought relief from the scorching heat under temporary canopies along the shoreline

Cape Verde's President Neves to run for re-election in November
The president of Cape Verde, Jose Maria Neves, says he’ll run for a second five-year term in the country’s November elections. Making the announcement on Monday, Neves said he wants to continue to champion the causes he’s pursued which cannot be circumscribed to one election cycle.

At least two killed and tents destroyed in Israeli strikes on Gaza camps
At least two people were killed and several others injured in Israeli strikes across Gaza on Monday, 14 September, according to hospital and health officials.

University students launch ‘student list’ to shake up Serbia’s elections
Serbia’s university students formally entered the election race on Monday, 14 September, challenging President Aleksandar Vučić and his ruling party ahead of the 25 October early parliamentary vote.

Aliko Dangote hails refinery IPO as 'historic day' for Africans
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, hailed Monday’s share sale of his Nigerian oil refinery as an opportunity to create value for millions of people across Africa.

DRC: Children killed in Bukavu school fire laid to rest
Victims of a deadly fire and stampede at a school in Bukavu, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, have been laid to rest. Relatives and members of the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group gathered to pay tribute.

Threads of fragility: Moroccan artist transforms Tangier museum
The exhibition, "To be Hanging by a Thread", delves into themes of migration, displacement, and identity.

Dangote IPO, DRC fire tragedy and regional developments [Africanews Today]
From Nigeria’s landmark refinery share offering to mourning in the Democratic Republic of Congo and efforts to improve inclusion in Côte d’Ivoire, here are the main stories from Africa.

Pope Leo XIV unveils giant wave for new water exhibition at Vatican Library
A giant wave now covers part of the Vatican Apostolic Library’s historic façade as the Vatican opens a new exhibition exploring the power of water.

Dangote refinery opens to public ownership in Africa's biggest IPO
Dangote has defended the figure and plans to expand capacity to 1.4 million barrels per day, potentially making it the world's largest refinery.

At least 50 soldiers killed in jihadist attack on Malian army base
A large-scale attack on a central army base in Mali last week killed at least 50 soldiers and five Russian Africa Corps paramilitaries, security and local sources told AFP Monday.

Biama dance craze sweeps Abidjan and fuels a new creative economy
The movement is also creating work for musicians and producers. One studio says it has recorded around 50 biama artists since 2022.

Devotees flock to Mumbai and Hyderabad as Ganesh Chaturthi begins
India began its annual Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations on Monday, 14 September, as Hindu families and community groups installed brightly decorated idols of Ganesha in homes and public shrines.

No end in sight to Sudan's worsening public health crisis?
Sudan is grappling with a severe public health crisis as multiple infectious diseases spread across several regions amid ongoing armed conflict and a weakened medical system. The country's healthcare system has been devastated by more than three years of armed conflict.

AI creators step up calls for a slowdown as fears of a rogue takeover grow
AI leaders across the sector are calling to slow down the development of the powerful technology, as concerns mount over the risks of "superintelligent" computer systems.

In the streets of Kinshasa, ex-hoods get tough on litter
To fight the ever-present problem of rubbish choking the public space in Kinshasa and other vicinities, the country has found an unlikely solution: ex-criminals drafted into the National Service to clean the streets. But is this measure really that efficient?

Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna emerges as a rising challenger to Kenya's President Ruto
A 44-year-old senator, Edwin Sifuna, has emerged as a rising challenger to Kenya's President William Ruto ahead of next year's election as he channels anger over political violence and corruption.

Mass funeral in Bukavu for 26 children killed in DR Congo school blaze
Bukavu held a mass funeral on Monday, 14 September, for 26 children killed in a school fire and subsequent stampede three days earlier, as UNICEF and local authorities called for an investigation into the disaster.

Families of victims of a deadly fire in DR Congo gather at a morgue ahead of mass funeral
Days after a deadly school fire on 11 September in Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, families gathered at a morgue ahead of a funeral service.

The interpreter giving a voice to the deaf in Abidjan
Some 75,000 people with hearing loss live in Ivory Coast. For many of them, daily tasks that often require speaking and hearing are incredibly difficult to navigate. Israël Mansaré, a psychologist and interpreter, has decided to become their voice and ears.

Somalia seeks new shipping routes as regional tensions disrupt trade
With longer routes potentially increasing costs and delays, disruptions could eventually affect prices and supplies in Somali markets.

Israeli strike on Gaza vehicle kills two Hamas engineers, 13 wounded
At least two people were killed and 13 others wounded on Sunday, 13 September, when an Israeli airstrike hit a car in Gaza City's Tel al-Hawa neighbourhood, according to local medical sources cited by news agencies. Israel said the strike targeted two Hamas engineers involved in weapons production.

More than 2,000 Yemenis flee to Djibouti after Houthi capture of key port city
More than 2,000 people have reached Djibouti, according to the International Organization for Migration, after the Houthis' capture of a key port city and an island on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in recent days alarmed Yemeni civilians, who fear a return to devastating civil war.

DRC Ebola outbreak passes 7,000 cases but officials say spread may have peaked
The DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has passed 7,000 cases, Congolese authorities said on Saturday, including close to 3,400 deaths. But the government also said that the spread of the disease may have peaked.

Spain says more than 5,300 migrants have left Ceuta for Morocco
More than 70,000 people crossed into Ceuta on July 30 and 31 in an unprecedented and deadly rush, although most returned to Morocco within hours.

Indonesia races to find 129 missing after Java Sea ferry capsizes
Indonesia intensified its search operation on 14 September for 129 people still missing after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in rough seas in the Java Sea the previous day. By then, 108 survivors had been rescued and six bodies recovered.

Nigeria's Dangote bills refinery IPO as chance for ordinary Africans to buy in
Shares in Africa’s largest oil refinery went on sale on Monday with the initial public offering of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals. Owner Aliko Dangote, the continent's richest man, says it's a chance for ordinary Africans to buy in.

Drone strikes hit key Ukraine-Poland supply route, sparking border fires
Ukraine said a Russian drone strike ignited a fire at a petrol station near the Yahodyn–Dorohusk border crossing with Poland in the early hours of Sunday, 13 September. Video filmed close to the crossing showed flames and thick smoke as firefighters tackled the blaze.

Presidents of Guinea and Ivory Coast agree to strengthen cooperation
At a meeting in Abidjan on Sunday, the presidents of Guinea and Ivory Coast pledged to work towards diversifying and strengthening ties particularly in the economic, trade, political, security, and training sectors.

Uganda buries King Oyo as death sparks succession row
Thousands of people gathered in western Uganda on Saturday to pay their final respects to King Oyo. Oyo died last month at the age of 34, unmarried and without an official heir. Now a fight is underway over who will succeed him, pitting the royal clan against his closest relatives.

Pope Leo XIV prays for victims of 9/11 attacks and for peace
Pope Leo XIV called for a renewed commitment to peace on Sunday as he marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks on his home country.

UK: Anti-immigrant and anti-racism protesters face off in Portsmouth
Anti-immigration protesters gathered in the English city of Portsmouth on Saturday.
The protesters gathered outside Portsmouth Guildhall for the South Coast Patriots march.
Counter-protesters led by Stand Up to Racism were also present, as police separated the two demonstrations.

Thousands forced to flee as Houthis advance on Bab el-Mandeb Strait
Tens of thousands of people have been displaced across Yemen in recent days, fleeing the advance of Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Some 1,400 people escaped across the Gulf of Aden to Djibouti, in the Horn of Africa.

Olympic flame arrives in Senegal ahead of Africa's first ever Olympic sporting event
The Olympic flame was welcomed by music and dancing in Senegal 's capital Saturday, as a march by 100 women marked the countdown to the first Olympic sporting event held in Africa — the Youth Olympic Games.

At least 26 students killed in fire and stampede at school in eastern DRC
A fire and stampede at a school in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 26 children, the UN children's agency said on Friday, with some pupils leaping from windows on high floors to escape the carnage.

BRICS leaders voice concern over Middle East war, call for restraint
The BRICS group of emerging economies on Saturday expressed concern over rising tensions in the Middle East and condemned the use of sanctions not authorised by the UN, as the leaders met in New Delhi to strengthen their position in global affairs seen as dominated by the West.

Iran and Oman agree entry and exit routes for Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman have reached an agreement over new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran said on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia condemns attack on pipeline launched from Iraq
The Saudi Foreign Ministry said on Friday that a drone attack on its East-West Pipeline was launched from Iraq, causing injuries and damage.

Cameroon's economic capital Douala wakes up underwater after heavy rains
A large area of Douala woke up underwater following the heavy rains that struck overnight from Thursday into Friday. While the full extent of the damage remains unclear, the meteorological service is warning residents to prepare for even heavier rainfall in the coming days.

Uganda's King Oyo buried amid bitter succession dispute
As mourners gathered in western Uganda on Saturday for the burial of King Oyo, his Tooro kingdom is embroiled in a bitter dispute over his successor.

Kenya quest to host Africa Recording Academy HQ gets a boost
Kenya’s quest to host an Africa Recording Academy headquarters received a boost Friday when the Recording Academy officials said plans to set the ball rolling on key milestones were underway and that Kenyan mentee artists would travel to the United States next month.

Pilot warned plane was going too fast before overshooting Miami runway, killing 5
A pilot on board the Amazon cargo plane that overshot the runway in Miami on Sunday warned his co-pilot that they were going to fast as they approached for landing.

BRICS member states look to technology to help strengthen trade ties
The BRICS business forum kicked off in New Delhi on Friday, one day before India hosts the group’s annual summit. The focus of the forum was building more connected and resilient trade networks, with digital technology emerging as an important link between businesses.

Niger appoints new Chief of Staff of Armed Forces after foiled mutiny
Two weeks after a foiled mutiny attempted to oust him from power, the head of Niger’s military regime has appointed a new Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces.

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.

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