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Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
The 230 people on one boat breaks the previous record from July, which was 165 on a vessel.

Travelodge staff gave domestic abuser key to his victim's room
A woman tells the BBC her attacker kicked her hotel room door "off its hinges" after reception gave him the key.

Evidence that South African special forces murdered top detective shared with BBC
Frans Mathipa was shot while driving - we got access to the prosecution case against eight accused men.

Thames Water gave finance boss a £1m signing-on fee
The seven-figure payment was given to Steve Buck as part of package to persuade him to join the troubled utility company.

Ban on 'subscription traps' brought forward by three months
The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs.

Fifa and Infantino accused of 'deception' in open letter from football confederations
Fifa has been accused of breaking trust "through deception" in an open letter issued by Uefa, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation.

World's oceans hit record-high July temperatures
Global oceans recorded their hottest July on record, partly fuelled by developing El Niño conditions, as wildfires continue to ravage western Europe.

Senior detective under investigation over use of AI
Police say a voluntary referral about an officer was made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct on 23 June.

At least 13 killed in Ukrainian strike on Russia's Tatarstan region, officials say
It is one of the deadliest Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia since the start of Moscow's war on Ukraine.

Rare £3.7m Ferrari seized in police crackdown on anti-social driving
Ninety vehicles worth more than £8m were seized in a weekend operation in central London.

Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?
A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.

Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week
Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.

The team behind Hodgkinson's golden rise and the hunt for a world record
BBC Sport looks at the team behind Great Britain 800m star Keely Hodgkinson's golden rise and pursuit of a world record.

Schools in England have new rules on branded uniforms - will the changes save you money?
Parents should not have to buy more than three branded items, plus a tie for secondary schools.

Buried abuse memory brought sisters' abuser to justice
Mellissa Arkwright could not remember the abuse she suffered as a child until she had taking therapy.

You could be missing out on £150 off your energy bill - here's how to check
Some people need to ensure they are named on their energy bill before the deadline to qualify for help.

Former Thai MP allegedly kills official and confesses on YouTube
Chalong Riewrang called a YouTube livestream to say he had shot a government official.

Suspected crime boss Kinahan spends first night in custody in Ireland
The Irish Prison Service bought a bulletproof and bombproof van to transport the 49-year-old to court after his extradition from Dubai.

Water outage forces Chessington theme park to close
Chessington says all tickets booked for Monday can be used on a future date.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says she's freezing her eggs
The Democratic congresswoman says she wants to "normalise" conversations about the process.

'Body in suitcase' found in Australia turns out to be lifelike doll
Forensics revealed that the 'realistic' looking body was in fact not human.

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Is The Ukraine War Entering A New Phase Of Aggression?
Factories and warehouses targeted in weeks of aggression in Ukraine War.

Which PM punched John Simpson?
Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?

Cult drama directed by Martin Scorsese starring Robert De Niro
Martin Scorsese's timeless masterpiece, with Robert De Niro’s most iconic performance

Infantino broke trust 'through deception' - confederation presidents
Fifa has been accused of breaking trust "through deception" in an open letter issued by Uefa, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation.

'I've cried non-stop' - Ditcheva breaks both hands again
Dakota Ditcheva says she broke both of her hands during the win over Denise Kielholtz - months after recovering from similar injuries.

Swap agreed for Everton's McNeil and Palace's Johnson
Everton and Crystal Palace agree a swap deal that will involve Toffees' winger Dwight McNeil joining the Eagles and Wales international Brennan Johnson moving in the opposite direction.

Mourinho says he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd
David Moyes succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford in 2013 but things could have been so different, Jose Mourinho reveals in a new documentary.

The team behind Hodgkinson's golden rise and the hunt for a world record
BBC Sport looks at the team behind Great Britain 800m star Keely Hodgkinson's golden rise and pursuit of a world record.

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At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone attack on Russia’s Nizhnekamsk
A day of mourning has been declared in the Russian republic of Tatarstan after the attack killed 13 people.

June and July hottest on record in Western Europe, monitor says
The Copernicus Climate Change Service says historically low rainfall has worsened the situation in several countries.

UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF hit out at Infantino over World Cup privatisation plan
Three confederations release letter criticising FIFA's president over his proposal to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

One year on, Gaza mourns journalist Anas al-Sharif’s death
Gaza remembers Anas al-Sharif, a journalist whose voice defined the impact of war on civilians' lives.

Who is Mohsen Rezaei, and how significant is his appointment?
Former IRGC commander Rezaei will be taking over as secretary of Iran's top security body amid Hormuz talks.

Tropical Storm Dolphin batters eastern China with heavy rain, strong winds
Dolphin is forecast to move deeper inland to the central provinces of Hubei and Henan in ⁠the coming days.

Osaka, Gauff race into Canadian Open quarters as Rybakina survives scare
World No. 2 Elena Rybakina rallies to beat unseeded Liudmila Samsonova while stars Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff progress.

Anguished locals watch as Israel demolishes homes in southern Lebanon
Anguished locals watch as Israel demolishes homes in southern Lebanon

‘Like the movies’: How Ukraine’s ground robots are changing rules of war
They carry ammunition, can conduct kamikaze missions and have shown they can capture enemy positions.

China evacuates a million from homes as Typhoon Dolphin arrives
China evacuates a million from homes as Typhoon Dolphin arrives

Nigeria eliminated as Cameroon, Malawi reach WAFCON semis and World Cup
Outsiders Malawi qualify for their first FIFA World Cup, while defending champions Nigeria are eliminated by Cameroon.

Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in reduced third phase amid unrest
Voting postponed in seven of 11 Poonch division constituencies as boycott calls and violence mar the region's elections.

North Korea’s hackers using AI for attacks, cybersecurity firm says
Hacking group Kimsuky using AI-generated documents in spear-phishing attacks, South Korean cybersecurity firm says.

Don Nelson, Hall of Fame basketball coach and NBA player, dies at 86
Nelson was a five-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics but is best remembered for his innovative coaching style.

Israeli forces kill one in Gaza as another body recovered from rubble
Gaza Health Ministry says hospitals receive bodies of two Palestinians as Netanyahu rejects Trump plan to end war.

Solar eclipse tracker: What time will it hit your location on August 12?
On August 12, nearly one billion people could see a partial solar eclipse, with 15 million in its path of totality.

What’s driving unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?
What's driving unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir?

Wildfires bear down on homes in Canada’s Okanagan region
A fast-moving wildfire in Canada’s British Columbia province has forced thousands of people from their homes.

Trump names Will Scharf as White House counsel ahead of midterms
Trump has named White House Staff Secretary Will Scharf as White House counsel, starting from September 1.

Brazilian player falls into tunnel celebrating goal
Footage shows Brazilian player Jacy Maranhão falling into the players’ tunnel after jumping over advertising boards.

Trump signals shift to economic pressure on Iran over new military strikes
US relying on sanctions and naval blockade as oil prices stabilise, easing economic strain on American consumers.

Oil prices climb as Iranian demands cloud outlook for Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude prices rise as Tehran says critical waterway will not reopen without major US concessions.

Clashes in Iraq’s Kut city during protests over power shortages
Protests over power shortages escalated in Kut, Iraq, as demonstrators demanded more electricity amid soaring heat.

Israel confirms death of Palestinian detainee, nearly two years late
The family of Ihab Diab disputes Israeli claims of health issues, alleging torture was behind his prison death.

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes medical procedure
Malaysia's government says Anwar, 79, is undergoing medical examinations and a procedure advised by his specialists.

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Unitree IPO draws spotlight to China's fast-growing humanoid robot sector
Chinese robot maker Unitree Robotics on Monday opened subscriptions for its initial public offering (IPO) on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's ...

Apple reportedly tests CXMT chips, showing China-US industrial chain cooperation 'irreversible': experts
After media reports saying that US tech firm Apple has been testing memory chips from Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies ...

Typhoon Dolphin to move inland, bringing heavy rain to multiple regions
Typhoon Dolphin is moving inland after making two landfalls along the coast of east China's Zhejiang Province and is expected ...

Air France-KLM tells GT their ban on portable air conditioners as baggage at Shanghai airport 'out of operation, safety reasons'
A RedNote post recently sparked discussion and jokes among netizens after showing a notice stating that “Air France-KLM does not ...

How the world reads Chinese aesthetics through a candy wrapper: Global Times editorial

US paranoid 'China shock' narrative ignores Africa's own growth agenda
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GT Voice: China-S.Korea 'cool' trade flourishes amid heat waves
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China issues red alert as Typhoon Dolphin approaches
China's national observatory on Sunday activated a red alert -- the highest level in the country's typhoon warning system -- as Typhoon Dolphin approaches. Typhoon Dolphin is forecast to make landfall along the country's east coast from Zhoushan in Zhejiang Province to Fuding in Fujian ...

Hong Kong hits record 36.9 degrees Celsius
180 iron nails along with magnets and other objects removed from a man's stomach, weighing than 1 kg in total: media

180 iron nails along with magnets and other objects removed from a man's stomach, weighing more than 1 kg in total: media
Hong Kong hits record 36.9 degrees Celsius

Typhoon Dolphin lands in Zhejiang on China's eastern coast
Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th typhoon of the year, made landfall at Yuhuan of Taizhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, at around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, said the National Meteorological Center ... APEC host city Shenzhen offers glimpse of China's future industries Drones zip across city blocks, delivering meals to doorsteps. On factory floors, humanoid robots are put to the test. Streets buzz with electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence (AI) is woven ... Evacuations carried out, work and transport suspended as Typhoon Dolphin triggers high alert in Shanghai, Zhejiang and Fujian Authorities across Shanghai, Zhejiang, and Fujian have ramped up emergency measures as Typhoon Dolphin approaches China's eastern coast, with multiple cities in Zhejiang and Fujian suspending work, transport, and ferry ...

APEC host city Shenzhen offers glimpse of China's future industries
Typhoon Dolphin lands in Zhejiang on China's eastern coast Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th typhoon of the year, made landfall at Yuhuan of Taizhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, at around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, said the National Meteorological Center ... Drones zip across city blocks, delivering meals to doorsteps. On factory floors, humanoid robots are put to the test. Streets buzz with electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence (AI) is woven ... Evacuations carried out, work and transport suspended as Typhoon Dolphin triggers high alert in Shanghai, Zhejiang and Fujian Authorities across Shanghai, Zhejiang, and Fujian have ramped up emergency measures as Typhoon Dolphin approaches China's eastern coast, with multiple cities in Zhejiang and Fujian suspending work, transport, and ferry ...

Evacuations carried out, work and transport suspended as Typhoon Dolphin triggers high alert in Shanghai, Zhejiang and Fujian
Typhoon Dolphin lands in Zhejiang on China's eastern coast Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th typhoon of the year, made landfall at Yuhuan of Taizhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, at around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, said the National Meteorological Center ... APEC host city Shenzhen offers glimpse of China's future industries Drones zip across city blocks, delivering meals to doorsteps. On factory floors, humanoid robots are put to the test. Streets buzz with electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence (AI) is woven ... Authorities across Shanghai, Zhejiang, and Fujian have ramped up emergency measures as Typhoon Dolphin approaches China's eastern coast, with multiple cities in Zhejiang and Fujian suspending work, transport, and ferry ...

China's 'Nvidia alternative' Moore Threads posts 147.42% growth in H1 revenue amid GPU sector's expansion
China's first 100-bcm Bohai gas field Phase I fully online, with daily output topping 5,200 tons

China's first 100-bcm Bohai gas field Phase I fully online, with daily output topping 5,200 tons
China's 'Nvidia alternative' Moore Threads posts 147.42% growth in H1 revenue amid GPU sector's expansion

China's services gain traction among global consumers
Heatwaves sweeping across Europe this summer have made air conditioners a hot commodity. For many European consumers, however, the challenge was not only purchasing a cooling device, but also having it delivered and installed quickly.

Central China province targets $12b trade with Africa by 2028, focusing on mining and modern agriculture
Central China's Hunan Province, a key locality in developing trade ties with African countries, aims to ramp up its foreign trade with Africa to 80 billion yuan ($11.86 billion) by ... Envision, DeepSeek's Ulanqab pivot taps China's energy strengths, natl plan; 'Clusters of AI computing hubs show institutional strengths' China's largest AI computing industrial park was completed and put into operation in Ulanqab, North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Thursday. Meanwhile, Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek is reportedly also ... China's world-first 16mW tension-leg floating wind platform begins operation, built to withstand Category-17 typhoons The world's first 16-megawatt tension-leg platform (TLP) floating wind power facility, Haiyou Anlan, was connected to the Lufeng oilfield power grid on Thursday and began supplying green electricity directly to ...

Envision, DeepSeek's Ulanqab pivot taps China's energy strengths, natl plan; 'Clusters of AI computing hubs show institutional strengths'
Central China province targets $12b trade with Africa by 2028, focusing on mining and modern agriculture Central China's Hunan Province, a key locality in developing trade ties with African countries, aims to ramp up its foreign trade with Africa to 80 billion yuan ($11.86 billion) by ... China's largest AI computing industrial park was completed and put into operation in Ulanqab, North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Thursday. Meanwhile, Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek is reportedly also ... China's world-first 16mW tension-leg floating wind platform begins operation, built to withstand Category-17 typhoons The world's first 16-megawatt tension-leg platform (TLP) floating wind power facility, Haiyou Anlan, was connected to the Lufeng oilfield power grid on Thursday and began supplying green electricity directly to ...

China's world-first 16mW tension-leg floating wind platform begins operation, built to withstand Category-17 typhoons
Central China province targets $12b trade with Africa by 2028, focusing on mining and modern agriculture Central China's Hunan Province, a key locality in developing trade ties with African countries, aims to ramp up its foreign trade with Africa to 80 billion yuan ($11.86 billion) by ... Envision, DeepSeek's Ulanqab pivot taps China's energy strengths, natl plan; 'Clusters of AI computing hubs show institutional strengths' China's largest AI computing industrial park was completed and put into operation in Ulanqab, North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Thursday. Meanwhile, Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek is reportedly also ... The world's first 16-megawatt tension-leg platform (TLP) floating wind power facility, Haiyou Anlan, was connected to the Lufeng oilfield power grid on Thursday and began supplying green electricity directly to ...

Awarding ceremony of 5th China-Brazil film festival held in Rio de Janeiro
The 5th China-Brazil film festival held its awarding ceremony in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday. As part of the events held during the 2026 China-Brazil Cultural Year, the film festival ... Fashion show featuring traditional ethnic costumes held in Sichuan, SW China Models dressed in traditional ethnic costumes walk amid a rice field during a fashion show at Qietuo Village in Yuexi County of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, ... 2026 Conference on Hongshan Culture kicks off in Chaoyang, China's Liaoning A cooperation agreement on archaeological research into Hongshan culture is signed during the 2026 Conference on Hongshan Culture in Chaoyang City, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Aug. 5, 2026. Themed on ...

Fashion show featuring traditional ethnic costumes held in Sichuan, SW China
Awarding ceremony of 5th China-Brazil film festival held in Rio de Janeiro The 5th China-Brazil film festival held its awarding ceremony in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday. As part of the events held during the 2026 China-Brazil Cultural Year, the film festival ... Models dressed in traditional ethnic costumes walk amid a rice field during a fashion show at Qietuo Village in Yuexi County of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, ... 2026 Conference on Hongshan Culture kicks off in Chaoyang, China's Liaoning A cooperation agreement on archaeological research into Hongshan culture is signed during the 2026 Conference on Hongshan Culture in Chaoyang City, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Aug. 5, 2026. Themed on ...

2026 Conference on Hongshan Culture kicks off in Chaoyang, China's Liaoning
Awarding ceremony of 5th China-Brazil film festival held in Rio de Janeiro The 5th China-Brazil film festival held its awarding ceremony in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday. As part of the events held during the 2026 China-Brazil Cultural Year, the film festival ... Fashion show featuring traditional ethnic costumes held in Sichuan, SW China Models dressed in traditional ethnic costumes walk amid a rice field during a fashion show at Qietuo Village in Yuexi County of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Sichuan Province, ... A cooperation agreement on archaeological research into Hongshan culture is signed during the 2026 Conference on Hongshan Culture in Chaoyang City, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Aug. 5, 2026. Themed on ...

80-year-old Chinese illustrator receives 'Nobel Prize for children's literature'
On Saturday Beijing time, the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award ceremony was held in Canada. Eighty-year-old Chinese picture book artist Cai Gao attended the event in person to receive the medal and certificate, becoming the first Chinese illustrator to win this honor in the award's 60-year history. ...

Rise of AI performers triggers concerns about human actors
2 sentenced in China's first criminal case over leaks of unreleased Genshin Impact and miHoYo game content

2 sentenced in China's first criminal case over leaks of unreleased Genshin Impact and miHoYo game content
Rise of AI performers triggers concerns about human actors

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Молдова отозвала посла в Москве для консультаций
После падения дрона на территории Молдовы

ГУР Украины: РФ перевыполняет планы по производству ракет
При этом от производства "Кинжалов" отказались

Казахстан думает об экспорте нефти через Азербайджан
Из-за сбоев в работе КТК

В Екатеринбурге суд дал 13 лет гражданину РФ, жившему в Украине
Его обвинили в госизмене

В РФ издательства приостановили поставку книг на Wildberries
После атак дронов на склады компании

Верховный суд рассматривает иск о снятии "Яблока" с выборов
Его подала партия "Родина"

Российские войска атаковали Сумы авиабомбами, более 10 пострадавших
В Полтавской области были атакованы АЗС

Беспилотники атаковали завод в Нижнекамске. Более 10 погибших
Власти Татарстана сообщили о 13 погибших

Трамп рассчитывает, что экономическое давление на Иран принесёт успех
В новом интервью он не грозил ударами

На поверхности Солнца обнаружены ранее скрытые плазменные ловушки
Получены самые подробные в истории снимки поверхности Солнца

В Житомирской области российский удар разрушил немецкое предприятие
Речь идёт о "Кромберг энд Шуберт Житомир"

Москва и Дамаск поделили российские военные базы в Сирии
Подписан меморандум о реорганизации российского присутствия в стране

В Москве арестовали директоров фирмы-производителя БПЛА
Их обвиняют в мошенничестве в особо крупном размере

В Германии создадут технологический центр антидроновой защиты
После инцидента с боевым дроном в аэропорту Лейпцига

Израиль решил восстановить часть сектора Газа до разоружения ХАМАС
Работы ведутся в контролируемой ЦАХАЛ части Рафаха

В МИД Болгарии из-за беспилотника вызвали посла Украины
Дрон залетел в болгарское воздушное пространство 8 августа

Хуситы заявили об атаке на нефтеперерабатывающий завод Saudi Aramco
В Саудовской Аравии подтвердили пожар на объекте в Джизане

Британия на четверть усилила наблюдение за российскими судами
Королевский флот сообщил о росте морской активности России

Украина закупит у Турции ракеты ATACMS и пусковые установки M270
Стоимость партии вооружения составит 28 миллионов долларов

При атаке беспилотников на Белгород погибли пять человек
В Уфе власти сообщили об атаке дронов на предприятия города

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Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean perform at Hill's Diaspora Calling! festival in UK
Ms Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean - two-third of Fugees - performed all of their landmark album "The Score," as Hill's Diaspora Calling! festival made its UK debut on Friday.

Sierra Leone president presses lawmakers to back contested election reforms
Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio has urged Parliament to pass disputed electoral reforms that would lower the presidential victory threshold, introduce proportional representation and reserve 30 percent of political leadership positions for women.

World Lion Day: Lions and communities face a growing struggle to coexist
Africa’s lions are running out of space. Habitat loss, shrinking prey populations and growing conflict with communities are putting the continent’s big cats under mounting pressure, with retaliatory killings and poisoning posing an added threat to their survival.

DRC releases boat detained over fears of Ebola on board
Congolese authorities have released a boat detained earlier this week over fears passengers might be carrying the Ebola virus.

Pope Leo XIV calls for humanitarian corridor in Sudan
Pope Leo called for peace in Sudan on Sunday during an address at the Vatican. Leo singled out El-Obeid, the beseiged capital of North Kordofan state. Residents are facing a lack food, water and medical supplies as fighting in the city continues.

Zambians hope for peaceful elections, economic change as vote nears
With Zambia’s presidential election just days away, residents of the capital Lusaka are hoping Thursday’s vote will bring meaningful change.

FIFA defends Infantino hitting out at critics trying to 'undermine' him
Its latest defence comes after UEFA confirmed a 'departure payment' made to an alleged mistress when he was working with them.

Iran says its close to finalising a shipping route agreement with Oman
However, its foreign minister warned a deal would not automatically result in the reopening of the crucial waterway.

Israel rejects Donald Trump’s 15-point plan to end Gaza war
Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israeli military would not withdraw from the Palestinian enclave until Hamas fully disarms.

Argentina footballer Lionel Messi travels home to attend his father's funeral
The 68-year-old Jorge, who played a central role in his son's career, died on Saturday morning following an undisclosed illness.

Japan marks 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki
The city's Mayor Shiro Suzuki denounced growing support for nuclear deterrence in the global community, including Japan .

Spain imposes temporary retaliatory border checks for Italians
The border checks started at midnight on Saturday, a week after Italy introduced similar restrictions on Spanish visitors.

Nigeria: Mass wedding sees 1,500 couples tie the knot in Kano State
Local officials says the state-sponsored event is a way to help low-income families cover marriage costs.

Sudan's civil war threatens ancient pyramids of Meroë
The more than 200 UNESCO-protected pyramids were built over 2,000 years ago as royal tombs for the rulers of the Kingdom of Kush.

Vibra-Signe: a dance technique for the deaf and hard of hearing born in Burkina Faso
Founded in 2018 by choreographer Yaya Sanou, this unique Burkinabe contemporary dance troupe relies on "Vibra-Signe," a dance technique for the deaf and hard of hearing created by the company's founder.

South Africa commemorates 1956 Women's March - but fight for freedom isn't over
South African women willl commemorate the achievements of the 1956 Women's March on Sunday. But they say their fight for freedom is unfinished.

Freed hostages in Nigeria describe their ordeal during captivity
Newly released hostages in Nigeria spoke to the media on Friday, describing their ordeal during months of captivity.

US Senate passes sweeping sanctions targeting Russian energy revenues
US Senators have passed a punishing sanctions package against Russia targeting the country’s energy revenues that are helping to fuel its war against Ukraine.

Ivory Coast celebrates return of sacred 'talking drum' looted by France
Ivory Coast on Friday celebrated the return of a sacred drum looted by French troops in 1916. The homecoming parade through the streets of Abidjan took place on the country’s independence day holiday. The drum then continued on to the village of Adjame, where it was made.

More than 300 children have died from Ebola since start of DRC outbreak
More than 300 children have died from Ebola since the outbreak began in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to figures cited Friday by United Nations deputy spokesperson Farhan Haq.

Police dismantle major Mediterranean trafficking network, Europol says
An international police operation led by Spanish authorities dismantled a major criminal network involved in trafficking migrants, drugs and weapons across the Western Mediterranean, the European Union police agency Europol and Spain's Civil Guard announced Friday.

Moroccan rights group blames Rabat and Madrid as Ceuta death toll hit 141
A Moroccan human rights group says at least 141 people have died trying to reach Spain's Ceuta enclave, accusing Morocco and Spain of prioritising border security over human lives. The NGO is calling for an independent investigation and safer migration pathways.

Cubans forced to adapt to life without electricity as oil blockade drags on
Blackouts are nothing new in Cuba but since US President Donald Trump imposed an oil blockade in January, they can last for days. Previously blackouts lasted a few hours and were often scheduled. Now residents have to plan their lives around short and unpredictable bursts of electricity.

Palestinians in Gaza remain wary as Israeli strikes ease
The relentless sound of warplanes, the buzz of drones overhead, and the strikes across the Gaza Strip have subsided over the past few days, leaving Palestinians wary of what could come next.

Kenyan farmers reject cyanide claims after 15 elephants die in Amboseli
Farmers bordering Kenya's Amboseli National Park have denied using cyanide after 15 elephants died from suspected poisoning. Wildlife authorities say preliminary tests detected cyanide, but investigations are continuing to determine its source and concentration.

Tunisia tops Morocco among French travellers despite booking dip
Tunisia has remained the leading Maghreb destination for French travellers this summer, ranking ahead of Morocco in July 2026 bookings despite a slight decline. Morocco, however, posted stronger year-on-year growth, reflecting rising demand for its diverse tourism offerings.

Ghana inflation continues to ease in July as food prices fall
Ghana’s inflation is easing again. Consumer prices rose 4.6% in July, down from 5.3% in June, the first monthly decline since March.

Spanish enclave of Ceuta still reeling from mass influx of migrants
Although most of about 80,000 people who swarmed into the tiny North African territory have gone back, it is estimated that 3,000 to 5,000 remain.

Senegal jails three TikTok influencers over posts criticising president Faye
A Senegalese court has sentenced three TikTok influencers to prison for posts that allegedly insulted President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.

Lightweight bamboo wheelchairs helping Kenyan children with disabilities
The aim being to ensure that every wheelchair is perfectly fitted to the needs and challenges of each child that requires one.

Meta hit with record $942 million penalty over child safety failures
Meta has been ordered to pay a record $942 million after a US judge ruled the company failed to protect children from harm on its social media platforms.

Ivory Coast cocoa buyout completed, authorities say
Ivory Coast’s cocoa buyout operation has been completed, the country’s Coffee-Cocoa Council said in a statement on Thursday.

Reports that Morocco ready to cooperate on return of minors from Ceuta
Moroccan state media says Rabat will work with the EU to identify the children with a view to “their return to their homeland”.

Ugandan MPs vote to deploy soldiers to Gaza peacekeeping force
Uganda’s Parliament passed a motion on Thursday supporting President Museveni's decision to deploy soldiers to the Gaza Strip.

FIFA chief gets backing from African fooball for his re-election bid
The Confederation of African Football "unanimously reconfirmed" backing for embattled Gianni Infantino, thanking him for supporting the sport on the continent.

DRC: Fear of catching Ebola sees use of hospital health services drop
UNICEF says the use of essential services has dropped by 42 per cent in the primary outbreak hotspots in the east of the country.

South African ballet competition inspires a new generation of young dancers
Organizers say the competition continues to broaden access to ballet, helping develop a more diverse generation of performers while raising South Africa's profile on the international stage.

DR Congo's case against Rwanda moves ahead as World Court sets timetable
The International Court of Justice has set the timetable for the Democratic Republic of Congo's case accusing Rwanda of violating international law. Kinshasa must file its arguments by October 2027, with Kigali's response due in December 2028.

Talon returns to frontline politics as Benin's first Senate president
Former Benin president Patrice Talon has been elected the country's first Senate president, months after leaving office. The new upper chamber, created under a constitutional reform, places Talon at the helm of a key institution despite stepping down after two presidential terms.

Congo isolates 200 river boat passengers as Ebola response intensifies
The Democratic Republic of Congo has tested and isolated about 200 passengers from a river boat intercepted in Kinshasa after a traveller died of suspected Ebola. Africa CDC says the move is aimed at containing the outbreak as authorities weigh broader vaccination efforts.

Ghana opposition protests over claims of ‘democracy under attack’
Ghana’s main opposition party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has staged protests accusing the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of undermining democracy, restricting free speech and targeting political opponents.

Haiti pushes ahead with elections despite gang violence
Haiti has expanded voter registration as the government presses ahead with long-delayed elections despite worsening gang violence. While Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé says the state is fully mobilised, many voters fear insecurity could undermine the credibility of the ballot.

Missing persons office opens in Ceuta as families search for migrants after border surge
The surge saw around 72,000 migrants enter Ceuta in recent days, though authorities say all but a few thousand have since returned to Morocco.

Mass prison escape as armed clashes rock western Libya
A mass prison escape unfolded in western Libya after inmates fled a jail amid fierce clashes between rival armed groups. The violence killed at least three civilians, damaged property and heightened security concerns in the country's volatile western region.

South African factories hit by migrant worker exodus
Employers say many of the departing workers had valuable sewing skills that are hard to replace quickly, while locals are often unwilling to take the low-paying jobs.

Who controls Africa's digital voice? ( Africanews Debates)
As internet access surges across the continent, rights advocates warn that laws meant to combat cybercrime are increasingly being used to police political speech, raising fresh questions over where Africa should draw the line between security and freedom of expression.

Decoding Nigeria’s crypto shift and transforming diaspora cash into capital {Business Africa}
Nigeria’s new Virtual Asset Council could reshape Africa’s digital economy and transform cross-border payments and how Africa’s $100 billion diaspora remittances could move from family support to long-term investment.

Women in El-Obeid testify to rape during Sudan conflict
Displaced women living in a camp in El-Obeid, in North Kordofan, say they were raped by Rapid Support Forces (RSF) members in front of their children before fleeing.

Rising lakes in Kenya force communities to flee as wildlife encounters increase
The expanding lakes have also increased encounters between people and wildlife. Crocodiles and hippos are now appearing closer to homes and communities as their natural habitats disappear.

Frontline Ebola workers in DR Congo threaten to quit over unpaid salaries
Frontline health workers battling the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo say they are risking their lives without receiving the salaries they were promised, prompting strikes and fears that staff shortages could undermine efforts to contain one of the country's worst outbreaks.