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Video shows scale of flash flood hitting Nepal-Tibet border
This video has been edited by the BBC with white flashes, due to the distressing content.

Rocky Horror star Tim Curry dies at 80
Curry was best known for playing the outlandish Frank-N-Furter in cult film The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Murder probe as two people dead in house fire in Middlesbrough
Cleveland Police says it "cannot rule out any links to wider organised crime" after the fire near Middlesbrough.

Prince Harry and Meghan land in UK days after announcing move
Prince Harry, Meghan, and their two children are believed to have flown into the country privately from California.

Heart, hope and a steely determination: Dolly Parton's musical legacy
BBC music correspondent Mark Savage looks back on the legacy of the "irreplaceable" late singer.

Stourbridge fires that razed 19 homes were accidental, say investigators
Investigators say the fires started accidentally in fields where farming machinery was being used.

Inquest begins into death of Jason Arday
Dr Julian Morris Morris said he had "reason to suspect that Professor Arday died an unnatural death".

Door was locked at Pakistan hospital where fire killed 14 babies, witnesses say
The hospital tells the BBC the ward door was not locked but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.

Rupert Grint to return to Harry Potter in Broadway play
Grint, now 38, will play his character as an adult in the Harry Potter spin-off play in New York.

Rockstar Games breaks silence on Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks
The game developer says the unauthorised footage has caused "heartbreak" for those working on the title.

How Dolly Parton helped the world - from children's books to supporting Covid vaccine
The late singer-songwriter's charity causes were as eclectic as her music, but she had a personal connection to each one.

'If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain': The singer's wit and wisdom
The much-loved country singer-songwriter in her own words, following her death aged 80.

Taylor Swift and Beyoncé lead tributes after death of 'bold and brilliant' Dolly Parton
Tributes pour in from across the worlds of music, film and politics for the star, who has died at 80.

From 'dirt poor' to philanthropic superstar - the life of Dolly Parton
Iconic country musician Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, the singer's team announced on social media.

Xbox boss 'thinking about affordability' of next-gen console
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Asha Sharma also discusses giving gamers digital versions of games they own.

A nosy polar bear and a lucky squirrel: Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 shortlist
The polar bear image taken by Audun Rikardsen was among the 'highly commended' entries in this year's competition.

Why Pride is facing a backlash - from inside and outside the LGBT community
Big companies used to go out of their way to support Pride. Now, there's a nervousness in the air, Darren Milby writes

How parents can save on costs as the new school year starts
From baby banks to supermarket deals, there are many ways parents can ease the back-to-school burden.

Why high energy bills look like they are here to stay
The government is under pressure to support billpayers when domestic energy prices predicted to rise further.

Alcaraz and Williams thrill in US Open mixed doubles
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz were among the star double-acts in New York as the US Open mixed doubles competition got under way on Tuesday.

Canada's retaliation tests the limit of American power under Trump
The president is using US dominance to challenge allies and enemies alike - but both Canada and Iran have found ways to fight back.

Maura Higgins to fill Cilla Black's shoes as host of Blind Date reboot
The Love Island and Traitors US TV personality will host a reboot of the popular dating show.

King and Queen to visit the Caribbean in autumn tour
The eight-day visit will see the royal pair travel to Antigua before King Charles travels to the Bahamas and Guyana.

Boy, 15, arrested over stabbing at Brent Council HQ
The victim, believed to be a 17-year-old, was found fatally injured at Brent Council's headquarters.

Uefa set to drop Fifa tournament boycott threat
Uefa is set to drop its threat of boycotting Fifa competitions, having received assurances there will be no repeat of Gianni Infantino's plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors, BBC Sport has been told.

Trump officials threaten Kennedy Center demolition if court blocks renovations
The justice department has also asked for Trump's name to be put back on the building after it was removed in June following a court order.

Cosmic radiation link in flight attendant's breast cancer, French court finds
Former Air France stewardess Sophie Lainault has had her cancer recognised as an occupational disease.

Trump says 'something may come out of' CIA head's unannounced visit to Moscow
John Ratcliffe travelled to the Russian capital on Tuesday in a rare and unannounced visit.

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Is China Replacing Workers With Robots?
And, is Prime Minister Andy Burnham fulfilling his council house building target?

Archive footage and exclusive interviews in a landmark documentary
Creating an icon. How a girl from the Smoky Mountains conquered Nashville – and the world

Will a Premier League club break record for transfer sales in one window?
Aston Villa, Manchester City and Newcastle are closing in on Monaco's record for transfer income generated in a single window.

Liverpool turn attention to Sarr after Brighton reject Minteh bids
Liverpool are exploring a move for Crystal Palace's Ismaila Sarr after Brighton reject their two bids for Yankuba Minteh.

Uefa set to drop Fifa tournament boycott threat
Uefa is set to drop its threat of boycotting Fifa competitions, having received assurances there will be no repeat of Gianni Infantino's plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors, BBC Sport has been told.

Chelsea in contact over move for Villa goalkeeper Martinez
Chelsea consider a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after making contact with the Argentina international's representatives.

Root's message has '100%' landed, says Tongue
Fast bowler Josh Tongue said captain Joe Root’s message to the England players about their off-field behaviour has “100%” been heeded.

'The record will fall' - Werro takes aim at 43-year-old 800m mark
European 800m champion Audrey Werro backs herself to overhaul one of athletics' oldest and most controversial world records.

Al Jazeera

Why a Christian group is suing the Dutch government for West Bank trade ban
The Israeli Product Centre says it has not been given enough time to sell off its stock.

Israel extends campaign against UNRWA to advance West Bank annexation
Raid on UNRWA centre exposes Israel's strategic push to erase refugee rights, seal West Bank annexation, analysts say.

Kremlin says CIA head met Russian intelligence officials, but not Putin
CIA's Ratcliffe has met with Russian intel officials in Moscow, but not President Putin; Kremlin calls talks 'positive'.

Meta agrees to settlement, platform changes in youth addiction case
Meta settles $16.68bn lawsuit over child addiction claims, agreeing to major changes in Facebook and Instagram features.

Trump tells Al Jazeera ‘not in a hurry’ for Iran to return to talks
'I have no time schedule,' Trump says when asked when he expects Iran to return to the negotiating table.

Bodies of missing people found in Korea becomes national scandal
A police officer has been arrested after the bodies of four missing people were found on Jeju Island in South Korea.

Children in Gaza fear flying their kites after Israeli threat
A 10-year-old boy who makes kites says he is afraid to fly them after Israel threatened to treat kites as acts of war.

Why northern Mozambique’s surging violence is worsening displacement crisis
Over 100,000 people displaced last year alone, adding to the 1.3 million people already forced to flee from their homes.

Locked inside: Grief and anger as Pakistan hospital fire kills 14 newborns
A nursery for critical infants — supposedly the safest place in Islamabad's PIMS hospital — turned into a deathtrap.

Callaway apologises after golf ad slammed for depicting domestic violence
The advert, which was released online last week before being pulled, prompted calls for a boycott of Callaway products.

A teacher’s slap, student’s death revive India’s corporal punishment debate
Teja's death raises question India has not fully answered: why more than a decade after ban is hitting children routine?

ICC chief urges Japan to counter US pressure on the court
Washington escalated its campaign against the ICC last week by sanctioning its president and a senior trial lawyer.

Deadly flash floods sweep through northern Nepal
Flash floods have swept through northern Nepal, killing at least eight people and washing away homes.

CCTV captures terrifying mudslide engulfing Nepal-China border
CCTV footage shows people fleeing seconds before a massive mudslide engulfs a crossing on the Nepal-China border.

When is the Champions League draw, which teams are in, and what are the dates?
Thirty-six teams will learn their fate in a draw for the group phase, which will be followed by knockout rounds.

Photos: Avalanche floods kill 95, hundreds missing in Nepal’s Himalayas
Flash floods devastate Nepal's Himalayas, washing away villages and infrastructure along the Bhotekoshi river.

England footballer Sterling charged with dangerous driving after collision
Raheem Sterling has also been accused of possession ​of nitrous oxide and will appear in court on September 15.

Iran, Oman agree on temporary Hormuz route: What we know
Iran’s deputy foreign minister announced a temporary shipping corridor in the Strait of Hormuz.

Dead whale washes ashore on beach in Mexico
A roughly 12-metre-long whale has been found dead on a beach in Tijuana, Mexico.

Why India is sharing missile secrets with its private sector
New policy allows India’s private sector to produce advanced weaponry, supporting its goal of military self-sufficiency.

Mother and daughter detained by ICE in hospital after car crash
Mother and daughter detained by ICE in hospital after car crash

Photos: Thousands join Spain’s La Tomatina festival for epic tomato battle
About 20,000 participants hurled 165 tonnes of tomatoes in Bunol's streets during Spain's famed La Tomatina festival.

Manchester City sign teenage Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille
Sought-after Bouaddi joins the Premier League club on a five-year deal worth $117m.

Infantino has no future at FIFA, says European Leagues chief
Claudius Schaefer insists the influence of the FIFA president has 'grown from year to year'.

China’s Xi to visit Kyrgyzstan, Egypt
The Chinese president will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek, before travelling to Egypt.

Global Times

All-out search, rescue mobilized after massive mudslide hits border port in China's Xizang
A mudslide struck near Gyirong Port in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Wednesday, with people feared missing, the Xinhua ...

Chinese regulators aim to accelerate integration of BCI technology with AI, expand application scenarios
Chinese market regulators have jointly released a work plan on strengthening cross-regional quality chains for brain-computer interface (BCI) technology in ...

Tiangong Ultra resets 100m mark at 8.64s as humanoid robot games close in Beijing
Tiangong Ultra, developed by Beijing-based X-Humanoid, won the 100-meter large-group final in 8.64 seconds at the 2nd World Humanoid Robot ...

Tourism sites closed, rail services suspended in Zhejiang, while about 11,000 vessels take shelter in Fujian as Saudel nears; expert warns of looming overlapping rainfall risks
Typhoon Narra, the 19th typhoon of 2026, weakened into a tropical depression after making multiple landfalls in South China's Guangdong ...

'Economic D-Day'? The US has picked wrong script for sanctioning Iran: Global Times editorial

Has China 'squeezed' the industrialization paths of Asian countries?: Global Times editorial
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GT Voice: US criticism of Canada proves appeal of China's economic co-op approach
Global Times

China reports steady consolidation of poverty alleviation gains
China's poverty alleviation outcomes have been steadily consolidated and expanded, with rural per capita income showing a stable rise, a State Council report has revealed. The report on consolidating poverty alleviation achievements and advancing rural revitalization was submitted for deliberation at the ongoing session of ...

Rare black-coated shipborne missile test shown by state media, Chinese expert says coating improves radar, visual stealth and penetration
AI talent demand surges as top algorithm roles earn over $4,015 a month: platform survey

AI talent demand surges as top algorithm roles earn over $4,015 a month: platform survey
Rare black-coated shipborne missile test shown by state media, Chinese expert says coating improves radar, visual stealth and penetration

145 People's Armed Police personnel dispatched to mudslide-hit border port in SW.China's Xizang
A total of 145 officers and soldiers from the Xigaze detachment of the People's Armed Police have been sent to the mudslide-hit border port to assist with emergency response operations ... All-out search, rescue mobilized after massive mudslide hits border port in China's Xizang A mudslide struck near Gyirong Port in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Wednesday, with people feared missing, the Xinhua News Agency cited local authorities as saying. Chinese universities introduce pet-friendly policies, igniting debate over campus safety and student welfare Several Chinese universities have announced plans to allow students to bring pets onto campus to live with them as part of efforts to create “pet-friendly” environments, a move that ...

Chinese universities introduce pet-friendly policies, igniting debate over campus safety and student welfare
145 People's Armed Police personnel dispatched to mudslide-hit border port in SW.China's Xizang A total of 145 officers and soldiers from the Xigaze detachment of the People's Armed Police have been sent to the mudslide-hit border port to assist with emergency response operations ... All-out search, rescue mobilized after massive mudslide hits border port in China's Xizang A mudslide struck near Gyirong Port in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Wednesday, with people feared missing, the Xinhua News Agency cited local authorities as saying. Several Chinese universities have announced plans to allow students to bring pets onto campus to live with them as part of efforts to create “pet-friendly” environments, a move that ...

Second auto show in a month opens in Nepal, with strong Chinese brand presence
Humanoid robots take on table tennis challenge at WHRG, pushing perception and decision-making to new limits

Humanoid robots take on table tennis challenge at WHRG, pushing perception and decision-making to new limits
Second auto show in a month opens in Nepal, with strong Chinese brand presence

China's advantages emerge as key to multinationals' global competitiveness: commerce ministry
China's advantages have become important drivers of multinational companies' growth in China, and also key factors that help these companies build competitiveness globally, an official said on Tuesday.

China eyes 6G commercial use before 2030
China will strengthen 6G super-high-speed mobile communication technology research and development (R&D) and prepare for its commercial rollout between now and 2030, according to Chinese officials on Wednesday. ... China's humanoid robots break records at WHRG The second World Humanoid Robot Games (WHRG) continued in full swing at the National Speed Skating Oval in Beijing on Tuesday. From sprinting and table tennis to the standing high ... Expert hails China-S.Korea civil exchanges as Chinese visitors drive 21.3% surge in Jan-Jul A Chinese expert hailed the closer people-to-people exchanges between China and South Korea on Tuesday, as South Korea recorded an increase of 21.3 percent in foreign visitor arrivals during the ...

China's humanoid robots break records at WHRG
China eyes 6G commercial use before 2030 China will strengthen 6G super-high-speed mobile communication technology research and development (R&D) and prepare for its commercial rollout between now and 2030, according to Chinese officials on Wednesday. ... The second World Humanoid Robot Games (WHRG) continued in full swing at the National Speed Skating Oval in Beijing on Tuesday. From sprinting and table tennis to the standing high ... Expert hails China-S.Korea civil exchanges as Chinese visitors drive 21.3% surge in Jan-Jul A Chinese expert hailed the closer people-to-people exchanges between China and South Korea on Tuesday, as South Korea recorded an increase of 21.3 percent in foreign visitor arrivals during the ...

Expert hails China-S.Korea civil exchanges as Chinese visitors drive 21.3% surge in Jan-Jul
China eyes 6G commercial use before 2030 China will strengthen 6G super-high-speed mobile communication technology research and development (R&D) and prepare for its commercial rollout between now and 2030, according to Chinese officials on Wednesday. ... China's humanoid robots break records at WHRG The second World Humanoid Robot Games (WHRG) continued in full swing at the National Speed Skating Oval in Beijing on Tuesday. From sprinting and table tennis to the standing high ... A Chinese expert hailed the closer people-to-people exchanges between China and South Korea on Tuesday, as South Korea recorded an increase of 21.3 percent in foreign visitor arrivals during the ...

Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube
"Is BiliBili looking to take on YouTube?!" An overseas user named ChaOtik posted the question on X after seeing Bilibili's official creator account launch a new account, adding that if ... Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition kicks off in E China Visitors are seen during Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition in east China's Shanghai, Aug. 25, 2026. The trade fair kicked off here on Tuesday. Exhibition on Phetchaburi civilization held in Thailand People visit Phra Nakhon Khiri National Museum in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand, on Aug. 25, 2026. The ongoing special exhibition "Don Yai Thong: The Prologue to Phetchaburi Civilization" at the Phra ...

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition kicks off in E China
Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube "Is BiliBili looking to take on YouTube?!" An overseas user named ChaOtik posted the question on X after seeing Bilibili's official creator account launch a new account, adding that if ... Visitors are seen during Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition in east China's Shanghai, Aug. 25, 2026. The trade fair kicked off here on Tuesday. Exhibition on Phetchaburi civilization held in Thailand People visit Phra Nakhon Khiri National Museum in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand, on Aug. 25, 2026. The ongoing special exhibition "Don Yai Thong: The Prologue to Phetchaburi Civilization" at the Phra ...

Exhibition on Phetchaburi civilization held in Thailand
Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube "Is BiliBili looking to take on YouTube?!" An overseas user named ChaOtik posted the question on X after seeing Bilibili's official creator account launch a new account, adding that if ... Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition kicks off in E China Visitors are seen during Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics - Autumn Edition in east China's Shanghai, Aug. 25, 2026. The trade fair kicked off here on Tuesday. People visit Phra Nakhon Khiri National Museum in Phetchaburi Province, Thailand, on Aug. 25, 2026. The ongoing special exhibition "Don Yai Thong: The Prologue to Phetchaburi Civilization" at the Phra ...

Paddleboarding past imperial towers: Beijing opens historic moats to the public
Paddleboard enthusiast Shen Dan recently took part in a fun competition along the North Moat near Deshengmen, one of Beijing's old gate towers in the city's heart. Being able to enjoy something like rafting in downtown Beijing is quite rare.

Chinese anti-war hit about chef's restaurant refuge to go global after $253 million mainland run
AI-generated Chinese short film goes viral by turning monsters into a story about people

AI-generated Chinese short film goes viral by turning monsters into a story about people
Chinese anti-war hit about chef's restaurant refuge to go global after $253 million mainland run

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Умер венгерский писатель Петер Надаш, автор "Книги воспоминаний"
Лауреат множества литературных премий и кандидат на Нобеля

Суд восстановил кандидатуру Матвеева из КПРФ на выборах в Госдуму
Его снимали с выборов за использование шрифтов Microsoft

Топ-менеджеров из Югры обвинили в финансировании "Правого сектора"
Среди них директор компании "Обьнефтеремонт"

Пасечник заявил о гибели 9 человек при ударе ВСУ по автобусу
Независимых подтверждений этого нет

Трамп о визите директора ЦРУ в РФ: "Работаем, чтобы закончить войну"
Трамп надеется, что возможно он "к чему-нибудь приведёт"

Мэрия Екатеринбурга отказалась устанавливать памятник Сталину
Инициативная группа намерена дойти до президента

В Непале крупное наводнение, сотни пропавших без вести
Погибли как минимум восемнадцать человек

Суд в Москве заочно арестовал журналиста FAZ Михаэля Мартенса
Дело возбудили из-за вопроса Зеленскому об "убийстве русских солдат"

В Краснодаре выросло число жертв атаки БПЛА – найдено тело четвёртого погибшего ребёнка
Обновлено. В оперативном штабе Кубани заявили, что тело четвёртого погибшего ребёнка нашли на месте падения обломков БПЛА в "частном детском центре". В больницах города остаются пятеро детей, отметило ведомство. В Краснодаре выросло число жертв из-за массированной атаки украинских беспилотников, произошедшей в ночь на 24 августа. Ещё одна погибшая – 14-летняя девочка. Ранее сообщалось о гибели троих детей – 13, 15 и 16 лет. О четвёртой жертве заявила уполномоченный по правам ребёнка Мария...

США приостановили рассмотрение всех заявок на иммиграционные визы
Госдепартамента США запустил программу обучения во всех посольствах и консульствах

Пенсионерку из Бердянска приговорили к 14 годам за донат ВСУ в 33 доллара
По статье о государственной измене

Зеленский наградил Илона Маска орденом Свободы
"За личные заслуги в защите жизни людей и свободы"

Алексея Горинова оставили на профучете как "склонного к терактам"
Ранее его поставили на учет как склонного к побегу и поджогу

Правительство РФ утвердило поддержку для пострадавших от атак на Wildberries
Постановление подписал председатель правительства Михаил Мишустин

В результате пожара на строящемся Амурском ГХК погибли восемь человек
Восемь граждан Китая пропали без вести

Армения готова принять россиян в случае новой мобилизации
Об этом заявил секретарь Совета безопасности Армении

Песков: глава ЦРУ приехал в Москву для "контакта между спецслужбами"
Джон Рэтклифф прибыл с неанонсированным визитом во вторник

Адам Кадыров получил новую медаль – "За боевое содружество" от Минобороны Абхазии
18-летний сын главы Чечни Адам Кадыров получил медаль "За боевое содружество" от министерства обороны самопровозглашённой Абхазии. Подросток стал получать различные награды с 15 лет, когда он избил в СИЗО Грозного арестованного по делу о сожжении Корана Никиту Журавеля. С тех пор ему вручили более 20 орденов, медалей и почётных званий, он также занял несколько должностей во властных и армейских структурах. О новой медали юноши сообщил глава Чечни Рамзан Кадыров. Он утверждает, что...

Россия атаковала Чернигов, погибли женщина и четырёхлетний ребёнок
Всего Украину в ночь на среду атаковали более 160 БПЛА

Украинские дроны атаковали Липецкую область: погибли два человека
Атаке также вновь подвергся склад Wildberries в Тамбовской области

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Kenyan farmers use fertiliser made by bugs to reverse soil degradation
Redworms and black soldier fly larvae are turning organic waste into compost that is better for the soil and improves productivity.

Uganda President’s son Muhoozi announces 2031 presidential bid
Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced plans to run for president in 2031, signalling a possible bid to succeed his father, President Yoweri Museveni.

Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi resigns
Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has resigned, saying he wants to respect President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s wishes.

‘It’s the people who suffer’: Cubans decry US embargo extension
Cubans struggling with blackouts, fuel shortages and soaring prices voiced frustration after the United States extended its decades-old trade embargo on the island for another year.

China's President Xi to hold talks with Egyptian counterpart in Cairo
The two are expected to exchange views on bilateral ties and ⁠international ​and regional issues of ​common concern.

Kenyan mothers die by the hundreds in childbirth as health care remains weak
Kilifi County in Kenya saw 532 mothers die for every 100,000 live births while the national average was 355 deaths, according to the latest government data in 2022.

Iran, Oman agree temporary Strait of Hormuz corridor
Iran and Oman have agreed on a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz to allow commercial vessels to transit the strategic waterway, as Tehran dismissed U.S. claims that mines had been cleared and warned that the strait could remain closed unless its conditions are met.

Police race to respond after gangs storm Kenscoff, kidnapping dozens
Police in Haiti are scrambling to respond after armed men attacked Kenscoff, a once-peaceful community near Port-au-Prince. At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 kidnapped in one of the country’s largest mass abductions in years.

Atlantic storm Dolly not Linked to Dolly Parton's death
The next tropical storm that develops in the Atlantic this hurricane season will be named Dolly, but the timing is pure coincidence and has no connection to Dolly Parton’s death Tuesday.

Dolly Parton, country music icon,dies at 80, after a remarkable career spanning music, film and philanthropy
From a log cabin in rural Tennessee to the world's biggest stages, Dolly Parton built a career that transcended music — leaving behind a legacy of songs, stories, laughter and generosity that touched generations.

Nigeria orders manhunt after deadly mass kidnapping
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has ordered security forces to track down gunmen accused of killing dozens of people and abducting residents from four villages in Niger state.

Thousands gather in Lagos Nigeria to celebrate Prophet Muhammad’s birth
Thousands of Muslim worshippers filled the streets of Lagos on Tuesday for Eid al-Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad with processions, prayers and religious activities. The celebration also highlighted messages of unity and peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims.

Guinea-Bissau to vote on constitution expanding presidential powers
The referendum is due to take place on August 30, followed by general elections in December. The vote is therefore being closely watched as Guinea-Bissau attempts to move from military rule back toward an elected government

Manchester United sign Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton
The move follows the departures of Casemiro and a serious knee injury to Manuel Ugarte, leaving United looking to strengthen in midfield.

Egypt: Sufi muslims celebrate Mawlid al-Nabawi in Cairo
Holding banners and saying religious chants, hundreds of Egyptian Muslims gathered in Cairo on Tuesday to mark the birth of prophet Mohammed.

Washington urges countries to cut economic ties with Tehran
The United States launched a new campaign against Iran, seeking to block all of its potential sources of revenue and telling nations to cut economic ties with Tehran. If countries fail to do so, Washington said they will face US retaliation.

Uganda: Investigations into former Speaker of the House dropped
Ugandan authorities have announced that investigations into the former Speaker of the House, Anita Among, have been dropped. In May, Among was confined to her home in Kampala, following a corruption probe.

Madrid declares Ceuta a “national security interest”
Nearly a month on, the situation in Ceuta remains tense. Around 80,000 people crossed illegally from Morocco into the Spanish enclave. Now, Spain has declared Ceuta a “national security interest” and is creating a new coordination body bringing several authorities together.

Tanzania vice president resigns, citing president’s desire for change
Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has resigned from office and announced his retirement from politics, saying he had become convinced that President Samia Suluhu Hassan wanted a different deputy.

Ethiopia bids to host Africa Cup of Nations 2028 after 52 years
Ethiopia is officially in the race to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, potentially bringing the continent’s biggest football tournament back to the country for the first time in more than 50 years.

DRC: WHO updates ebola recommendations for member states
As the Ebola outbreak continues to spread across the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organisation has updated temporary recommendations to member states.

Sudan’s short-stature footballers chase World Cup dream amid war
Sudan’s short-stature football team is battling war, displacement and limited resources as it prepares for a shot at the 2026 World Cup in Morocco. Despite the hardships, the players continue to train in Khartoum, determined to represent their country on the international stage.

Barrydale: South Africa’s small town becoming an artists’ haven
Surrounded by hiking trails, mountain passes, hot springs and antique shops, Barrydale offers attractions beyond its art scene. For now, residents say the challenge is to welcome new artists and visitors without losing the qualities that drew them there in the first place.

Zambia courts shut on final day for election challenge
For now, the closure leaves questions over whether the opposition will be able to secure judicial scrutiny of an election whose result has already become politically contested.

Sudanese Opposition rejects Burhan’s national dialogue
A major gathering of Sudanese political forces and civil society groups opposed to the war has ended in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

US urges tougher UN sanctions to pressure Sudan’s warring sides toward peace
The United States is pushing for tougher United Nations sanctions on Sudan’s warring parties, seeking to curb foreign military support and pressure the army and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to negotiate an end to a conflict that has killed at least 59,000 people and displaced some 13 million.

South Sudan: Two UN peacekeepers killed, seven injured
Armed men ambushed a patrol traveling to a remote area of South Sudan on Monday, killing two U.N. peacekeepers, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan said.

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