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Man admits drugging and raping wife over 20 years
A husband, who cannot be named to protect his wife's anonymity, pleads guilty to more than 60 offences, including rape and administering a substance with intent.

AI 'kill switch' may need to be mandatory, Anthropic co-founder tells BBC
Jack Clark says "most labs have different ways of being able to pull the plug", but says this may need to be a requirement.

Chris Mason: Row over Reform's mega donations has mileage in it yet
The £72m heading towards Reform UK's coffers is transforming the debate at Westminster about politics and money.

Nato jets down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace
It is currently unknown where the drone came from, officials said.

Burnham cancels engagements after death of his father
Burnham has previously said his father did not know he had become prime minister due to his Alzheimer's.

Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after 'Free Palestine' speech
The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.

Staff slept while patient killed at NHS mental health unit
Inquest hears how Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, was able to strangle and kill Hugo Flint-Cahan on a hospital ward in east London.

Harry and Meghan to have security review and children change school
The level of police protection they need and potential dangers they face are to be reviewed.

Member of UK armed forces dies in road traffic incident in Ukraine
The incident is not the result of hostile action, the BBC understands.

Immigrants held in small outdoor cages at 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida, investigators find
DHS inspectors say they found the immigration-detention centre violated basic standards for hygiene, medical care, food and safety.

Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers' citizenship over Gaza documentary
The film accuses the Israeli army of mass civilian killing in Gaza, and Israeli officials say it could be treasonous.

Could AI pose a threat to humanity, and can it be regulated?
The BBC's AI correspondent Marc Cieslak explains what artificial intelligence is and whether it could cause a threat to humanity.

Watch: Why Harry and Meghan's security in the UK to be reviewed
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.

Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?
The BBC's Tom Gerken is hands-on with the latest virtual reality headset.

Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.

The Papers: Reform donors 'could face enhanced checks' and 'Sydney Sweeney blasted'
Several papers feature actor Sydney Sweeney, who has been criticised by female athletes for posing nude for a sports betting company advert.

I had 11 years of chemotherapy for a cancer I didn't have
Becky Jones is among more than 40 people taking legal action against a hospital trust.

Why a fresh wave of North Korean soldiers may fight in Russia's war in Ukraine
North Korea will continue to send its soldiers to fight in Russia's war, but only for as long as it is profitable to do so, writes the BBC's Quentin Sommerville.

Oasis confirm second leg of reunion tour after weeks of social media teasers
The band have announced a second wave of shows for their hit reunion tour, after weeks of teasers.

Former top civil servant received pay-off of nearly £860,000
Lord Wormald became the shortest-serving cabinet secretary in the history of the post when he left in February.

Donald Trump Jr and Bettina Trump say Putin ally paid for some wedding festivities as a 'gift'
An Instagram post from the couple said two nights of their wedding festivities in the Bahamas were partially funded by Umar Kremlev.

British Crown symbol was branded on enslaved Africans, research finds
The findings are part of a project documenting British involvement in the slave trade between the 16th and 19th Centuries.

Amy Hunt tells Sydney Sweeney 'this is what women in sport look like' after controversial ad
British sprinter Amy Hunt is among an array of female athletes criticising the controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney.

Westminster's time is coming to an end, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders say
The leaders of Plaid Cymru, SNP and Sinn Fein say the UK government should prepare for constitutional change.

Uganda will now take part in Harry's Invictus Games after King's reassurance
After a phone call with Buckingham Palace, Uganda now says it will take part in the Invictus Games.

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'Unplayable' & 'almost perfect'- Calvert-Lewin set for England recall?
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has now scored in Leeds' last five league matches. Is he ready for and England recall?

Leeds inflict heavy defeat on Newcastle to climb to third
Dominic Calvert-Lewin stars as Leeds United go third in the Premier League with a superb performance to inflict a heavy 4-1 defeat on Newcastle United at Elland Road.

'This is what women in sport look like' - Hunt leads response to Sweeney advert
British sprinter Amy Hunt is among an array of female athletes criticising the controversial betting advert starring actress Sydney Sweeney.

Graham & Ure make Pocognoli's first Scotland squad
Stoke City centre-half Luke Graham and Sevilla striker Robbie Ure will receive their first full Scotland call-ups on Tuesday when Sebastien Pocognoli names his first squad as head coach.

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Calvert-Lewin stars but Botman struggles - player ratings for Leeds v Newcastle
How Leeds United and Newcastle United's players rated following their Premier League match.

No weekend game for Manchester derby VAR officials
The video assistant referee for the Manchester derby, Matt Donohue, and his assistant VAR, Blake Antrobus, are not appointed for this weekend's Premier League games.

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Landowners in Texas ask court to stop Trump border wall
Indigenous groups, environmentalists and locals oppose the wall; Big Bend sees about 1 percent of border arrests.

Israeli attack targets Gaza displacement camp
Israeli attack targets Gaza displacement camp

US repeals rules limiting greenhouse gas emissions by power plants
The Trump administration says it could save power plants more than $300bn and 'unleash' American energy.

Macklemore cut from Ed Sheeran tour for pro-Palestine stance
Macklemore says he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US tour over his pro-Palestinian stance.

‘Columbia did not care’: Mahmoud Khalil files discrimination lawsuit
Activist and former Columbia University student Mahmoud Khalil is filing a lawsuit against the university and a dean.

Why talks in Oman between Iran and Gulf Arab states were postponed
Hopes for a breakthrough on the Iran war have taken a hit after talks in Oman between Iran-Gulf nations were postponed.

US blocks Iran nuclear chief from attending key Vienna conference
Iran accuses US of pressuring Austria to revoke visa for Mohammad Eslami, calling it a violation of member state rights.

Israel probing Naza film on Gaza for treason, inciting anti-Semitism
Film alleges mass ⁠civilian deaths routinely built into military decisions amid Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.

Manchester derby VAR officials stood down from weekend Premier League games
The chief refereeing officer stands down two VAR officials involved in Man City's win at United from upcoming EPL games.

What could stop the Houthis’ advance across Yemen?
Iran-backed group seized areas on Red Sea coastline.

Inside the Houthis’ expanding war economy in Yemen
The Houthis have restructured Yemen's commercial sector, securing billions in revenue amid a humanitarian crisis.

Austria denies entry to Iranian official after UN ruling
Iran accused Austria of reversing its approval of an Iranian delegation to the IAEA under external pressure.

Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour following Palestine advocacy
Gillette Stadium owner cites concerns over Macklemore's rhetoric as reason for barring him from performances.

Multiple vehicle road crash in South Africa kills 21
Fatal traffic accidents are a recurring problem for South Africa. 

Finland shelters under French nuclear umbrella amid Russian, US uncertainty
Finland becomes 10th European state to sign up to military cooperation and nuclear deterrence initiative.

Elon Musk’s X Corp and SpaceXAI drop antitrust lawsuit against Apple
The companies had accused Apple of favouring OpenAI’s ChatGPT over rival AI chatbots.

Sudan aid networks at risk of collapse, UN agencies warn
Without immediate donations, shelter and aid relief supplies could be depleted by the end of the month, says IOM.

Funerals for children killed after fire spreads to school in DR Congo
Memorial services were held for at least 28 children who were killed after a fire spread to their school in DR Congo.

What’s the VAR mistake controversy in Haaland’s Man City goal vs United?
Football players, fans, managers, and experts call for more accountability and less reliance on VAR for crucial calls.

Trump says calls for more control on AI are a ‘SICK conspiracy’
US president says current oversight is adequate and regulations could allow China to win AI competition.

Djibouti humanitarian situation worsens as Yemenis seek refuge
Djibouti humanitarian situation worsens as Yemenis seek refuge

NATO pledges more Ukraine support after Russia strikes near Poland
NATO chief Rutte insists Western allies will not be intimidated by Russian attacks meant to 'scare' them off.

Jerusalem Daily: A new report on the erosion of Palestinian life
Palestinian life is being systematically eroded, according to a new report and Israel threatens NAZA film directors.

India to supply Nepal electricity after floods wrecked hydropower projects
India to provide Nepal with 654 megawatts of electricity daily to meet urgent needs after devastating glacial floods.

Mark Carney pitches Canada to global investors amid US trade war
Hundreds of investors overseeing nearly $120 trillion in assets will gather in Toronto for the Canada Investment Summit.

Global Times

Intensive head-of-state diplomacy boosts China's global partnership drive
Chinese President Xi Jinping's diplomatic tour across Central Asia, the Middle East and South Asia highlights a multidimensional foreign policy ...

China, India share objective interests in AI co-op, but greater political trust needed to unlock potential: Chinese analysts
China's proposal at the BRICS Summit in New Delhi to promote open-source and inclusive artificial intelligence (AI) cooperation among member ...

US AI race mind-set, fearmongering over China risk fragmenting global governance amid AI slowdown debate: Chinese experts
Chinese experts warned on Monday that Washington's growing anxiety over China's rapid AI development appears to be increasingly distorting its ...

J-10 unit stays combat-ready in modern air combat through tactics, pilot skill: PLA Air Force unit
In September, on an airfield runway, a J-10 fighter roared to life, accelerated, and lifted off, its thunderous engine noise ...

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?
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Chinese FM calls on Panama to uphold one-China principle over so-called 'inter-parliamentary exchange group' with Taiwan region
China has noted the Panamanian government's remarks and hopes Panama will put the one-China principle into practice and safeguard the political foundation of China-Panama relations, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Monday.

China to make every effort to search, rescue Latvian nationals missing in mudslide from ice-rock avalanche in Nepal: Chinese FM
than 42,000 relocated in S China province close to SE Asia amid record rainfall, school closures due to tropical depression remnants

More than 42,000 relocated in S China province close to SE Asia amid record rainfall, school closures due to tropical depression remnants
China to make every effort to search, rescue Latvian nationals missing in mudslide from ice-rock avalanche in Nepal: Chinese FM

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 ... HYROX organizer disinfects course after female athlete suffers severe fecal incontinence mid-race at Beijing competition The organizer of HYROX, a global indoor fitness race, issued a statement on Saturday night confirming that a major cleanup operation was launched during the HYROX Beijing competition after an ...

China earthquake authority in talks with Apple to bring official alerts to iOS
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 ... HYROX organizer disinfects course after female athlete suffers severe fecal incontinence mid-race at Beijing competition The organizer of HYROX, a global indoor fitness race, issued a statement on Saturday night confirming that a major cleanup operation was launched during the HYROX Beijing competition after an ...

HYROX organizer disinfects course after female athlete suffers severe fecal incontinence mid-race at Beijing competition
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 ... The organizer of HYROX, a global indoor fitness race, issued a statement on Saturday night confirming that a major cleanup operation was launched during the HYROX Beijing competition after an ...

Doubao consumer launch puts system-level AI agents in focus in China's smartphone race
iPhone Duo faces fierce rivalry amid reservation boom

iPhone Duo faces fierce rivalry amid reservation boom
Doubao consumer launch puts system-level AI agents in focus in China's smartphone race

China expands cross-border cash pooling policy for multinationals, effective on Monday
China has extended its cross-border cash pooling policy for multinational companies operating in the country, effective Monday, in another step that experts say will deepen financial opening-up and facilitate cross-border trade and investment.

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 unveils action plan to boost smart home consumption with age-friendly products China has vowed to promote age-friendly products such as home service robots, health monitoring, and smart care to boost smart home consumption, according to an action plan released on Monday. ... China releases world's first AI-enabled brain-computer interface medical device standard: media China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) on Monday approved the release of its third medical device standard for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), which is also the world's first medical device product ...

China unveils action plan to boost smart home consumption with age-friendly products
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 has vowed to promote age-friendly products such as home service robots, health monitoring, and smart care to boost smart home consumption, according to an action plan released on Monday. ... China releases world's first AI-enabled brain-computer interface medical device standard: media China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) on Monday approved the release of its third medical device standard for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), which is also the world's first medical device product ...

China releases world's first AI-enabled brain-computer interface medical device standard: media
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 unveils action plan to boost smart home consumption with age-friendly products China has vowed to promote age-friendly products such as home service robots, health monitoring, and smart care to boost smart home consumption, according to an action plan released on Monday. ... China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) on Monday approved the release of its third medical device standard for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), which is also the world's first medical device product ...

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. ... A glimpse of Yinxu Museum in Anyang, China's Henan In terms of exhibition layout, the museum focuses on the theme of "The Great Shang Civilization." It features three permanent exhibitions, four thematic exhibitions, and one immersive digital exhibition. Nearly ... Chinese wingsuit flyer hits 4-centimeter target at nearly 200 km/h to win world title Chinese wingsuit flyer Zhang Shupeng claimed his first world championship title in the precision target event at the 12th Wingsuit Flying World Championship on Saturday in Zhangjiajie, Central China's Hunan ...

A glimpse of Yinxu Museum in Anyang, China's Henan
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 terms of exhibition layout, the museum focuses on the theme of "The Great Shang Civilization." It features three permanent exhibitions, four thematic exhibitions, and one immersive digital exhibition. Nearly ... Chinese wingsuit flyer hits 4-centimeter target at nearly 200 km/h to win world title Chinese wingsuit flyer Zhang Shupeng claimed his first world championship title in the precision target event at the 12th Wingsuit Flying World Championship on Saturday in Zhangjiajie, Central China's Hunan ...

Chinese wingsuit flyer hits 4-centimeter target at nearly 200 km/h to win world title
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. ... A glimpse of Yinxu Museum in Anyang, China's Henan In terms of exhibition layout, the museum focuses on the theme of "The Great Shang Civilization." It features three permanent exhibitions, four thematic exhibitions, and one immersive digital exhibition. Nearly ... Chinese wingsuit flyer Zhang Shupeng claimed his first world championship title in the precision target event at the 12th Wingsuit Flying World Championship on Saturday in Zhangjiajie, Central China's Hunan ...

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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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
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В Польше в Балтийском море обнаружен беспилотник
Предположительно, российского происхождения

Сотрудника транспортной полиции осудили на 17 лет по делу о диверсии в Воронежской областти
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Минкульт Израиля пригрозил лишить гражданства авторов фильма "НАЗА"
Фильм рассказывает о войне в Газе после нападения ХАМАС на Израиль 7 октября 2023 года

Армения приостановит импорт газа из России из-за ремонта газопровода
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Дональд Туск заявил об эскалации действий России у границ Польши
После российских ударов по приграничным районам Украины

"Троицу" Андрея Рублёва изъяли из иконостаса Троице-Сергиевой лавры
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Социал-демократы лидируют на парламентских выборах в Швеции
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В Турции прошли массовые задержания ЛГБТ-активистов
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Africanews

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

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.

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