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BBC visits hospital in Kathmandu as families wait for news
More than 150 people have been killed after a massive flash flood on the Nepal-Tibet border, as hundreds still missing.

Woman who died in fire with niece, 7, was 'beautiful soul', mother tells BBC
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder over the fire in Middlesborough, police say.

New thunderstorm warnings for parts of UK as rain set to continue
The Met Office has issued fresh thunderstorm warnings for Thursday with the potential for England and Wales to see flash flooding as the unsettled weather continues.

At least one dead after car crashes into crowd in northern France
One suspect was arrested after the incident in Caen, police said, following a reported fight at a nearby bar.

World's first patient to undergo live AI-assisted brain surgery has tumour removed
Without brain surgery guided by live AI assistance, Rhys Hibbert could have lost his sight to a tumour.

Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama dies aged 97
The artist died earlier in August after a life "devoted entirely to artistic creation", her company said.

Meta's $18bn settlement may hasten reckoning for social media on child safety
Perhaps our days of doomscrolling are numbered, writes the BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman.

Burnham calls summit of Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish first ministers
The announcement comes as Burnham holds his first official visit to Wales since becoming prime minster.

Susan Sarandon leads tributes to Rocky Horror Picture Show co-star Tim Curry
Stars of stage and screen grieve the cult British actor, who has died aged 80.

Two German airport workers die of malaria after 'mosquito arrives on plane'
It is believed the mosquitoes arrived at Germany's busiest airport on a plane, according to German public health officials.

Treatment involving patient's family cuts mental health hospital admissions, study finds
The approach focuses on the patient priorities, seeing the same clinicians, and involving people close to them.

What we know so far
Hundreds are feared to have died in flooding and landslides on the border of Nepal and Tibet.

Nepalese authorities say 33 UK nationals missing after floods
Flooding and mud slides hit the Rasuaw region in the morning on Wednesday, killing at least 95 people, Nepali police said.

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

Aerial footage shows flooding on Nepal-Tibet border
Verified videos from Nepal show waters flooding towns as hundreds of travellers are missing, including foreign tourists.

Facebook seller mis-sold me a horse that kicked my daughter in the head
Five women tell the BBC they were mis-sold unsafe and injured horses by a seller on Facebook.

Want your job application to stand out? Employers say they look for these six skills
Experts have identified six key skills that will count as much as qualifications in getting and keeping a job in the coming decade.

'They're just glad it's not too hot': Scottish Highlands benefits from 'coolcation' trend
Scotland and other northern European nations are seeing more tourists as people avoid the heat.

How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.

The Papers: 'Britons lost in Nepal flood' and 'Regal had landed'
The devastating flash flood and mudslides along the Nepal and Tibet border dominates Thursday's papers.

Experts' five tips to make a rented property feel like home
Experts share tips on how to make a flat or house feel like your own without annoying the landlord.

Plug-in solar panels are coming to a shop near you - here's what to know
The UK government claimes panels could help homes "significantly cut" energy bills.

Trial date set for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
His plea deal to avoid a death-penalty trial was rejected by a federal appeals court last summer.

Nvidia revenue doubles on continued AI demand
Chipmaker's $96bn quarter beat forecasts as demand for AI hardware continues to accelerate.

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.

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.

Canal killer who dismembered victims dies in jail
John Sweeney was serving a whole-life sentence after being convicted in 2011 of the two murders.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Land In The UK
What will Prince Harry and Meghan’s new life in the Cotswolds look like?

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

Root shows off-field leadership - now for on-field
Joe Root has shown himself to be the off-field leader England need - now comes a chance to show his credentials as captain on-field.

'Mini-Rodri' Gonzalez shown he will be loved at Newcastle
Nico Gonzalez is given a rapturous welcome before Newcastle's Carabao Cup win against West Brom following the £52m midfielder's arrival from Manchester City.

Vrancken's side come of age as Hearts bid goodnight Vienna
After some early season setbacks, "proud" Wouter Vrancken believes Hearts are getting their rewards by securing Conference League progress.

Is Saka getting back to his best at Arsenal?
Bukayo Saka has struggled to produce his best on a consistent basis in recent months, but could be getting back to top form this season.

Liverpool v Spurs & Man Utd v Brighton - full EFL Cup third-round draw
Liverpool face Tottenham in the third round of the EFL Cup, Manchester United play Brighton and Manchester City draw Norwich.

Watson to face fellow Briton Dart for US Open spot
Heather Watson will face compatriot Harriet Dart for a place in the US Open main draw as six British players reach the final qualifying round.

Al Jazeera

Wildfires on Indonesia’s Borneo island turn the air toxic
Locals on Indonesia’s Borneo Island are struggling to breathe as the smoke from wildfires is turning the air toxic.

Nepal-Tibet floods: What happened, what caused them and who is missing?
At least 160 killed after a Himalayan glacier collapse triggered catastrophic floods along the Nepal-Tibet border.

Twelve dead as over 150 wildfires rage across northeastern Algeria
More than 150 fires spread in a single day across several of Algeria’s provinces, killing at least 12 people.

Israel continues attacks on Syria, Lebanon despite US push for diplomacy
Israeli artillery attacks, air raids and incursions continue as questions grow over US commitment to ending strikes.

Fury and grief as parents of Pakistan infant fire victims demand answers
Funerals have begun for the 14 babies who were killed in a fire at Islamabad’s Institute of Medical Sciences.

Qatar’s prime minister to visit Tehran, seeking to revive US-Iran talks
Sheikh Mohammed's visit comes as US-Israel war on Iran nears its sixth month with no diplomatic breakthrough in sight.

Palestinians mourn ‘Camel of Hardship’ artist Sliman Mansour
Palestinians have mourned prominent artist Sliman Mansour at a public funeral in the occupied West Bank.

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook denounces Trump’s mortgage fraud claims
The Trump administration has doubled down on its accusations against Cook, despite a Supreme Court ruling in her favour.

Brazil sues chat platform Discord over failure to protect child users
Lawsuit is latest instance of Brazil taking aggressive steps to rein in tech giants over child safety issues online.

US labels Palestine Action a terror group, founder says ‘that’s rich’
Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori tells Jazeera that US sanctions designating the group a terrorist organisation.

Northern Nigeria’s female basketball players chase bigger dreams
A grassroots basketball initiative is giving girls in northern Nigeria a chance to train, compete and dream bigger.

At least 12 dead, 54 injured as wildfires ravage northeastern Algeria
Six people in critical condition as a severe heatwave fuels 154 wildfires across Algeria in a single day.

Pro-Israel Democrats picked for top roles on key US House committee
The decision comes at a fractious time for the party amid a growing divide among its voters over US aid to Israel.

Is Mark Ruffalo anti-Semitic?
Ruffalo is accused of anti-Semitism for calling out the family behind an impending media deal.

Construction worker documents moment he survives Nepal mudslide
Footage filmed by a worker shows floodwaters sweeping into Mailung in Nepal, sending workers scrambling for safety.

Syria’s president makes first Visa payment after sanctions removal
A video shows Syria’s president using a Visa card, one day after the US removed the country from 'terrorism' list.

Tim Curry, star of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, dies at age 80
Curry, a three-time Tony nominee, was best known for his portrayal of Dr Frank-N-Furter in the cult classic musical.

Iran war live: Qatar PM to visit Tehran; Trump ‘not in a hurry’ over talks
Qatar's PM will meet Iranian officials to discuss ways to de-escalate tensions in the region, foreign ministry says.

World Health Organization says Ebola outbreak in Uganda is over
International body declares Uganda Ebola-free after 42 days without new transmission, though cases rise in DR Congo.

Spain’s tomato food fight leaves thousands covered in pulp
Thousands of people pelt each other with tomatoes as Spain’s famous ‘La Tomatina’ festival gets underway.

Barcelona vs Athletic Club: La Liga – prediction, teams, lineups
Lamine Yamal and Raphinha will seek to add to Barcelona's five-star La Liga opener when Athletic arrive from Bilbao.

US judge declines Minnesota’s effort to force Texas to extradite ICE agent
ICE agent Christian Castro faces criminal charges for shooting a Minnesota man in the leg during an immigration raid.

Tribe accuses US federal agents of ‘trespassing’ on indigenous border land
The Tohono O'odham people have sued the US government to stop construction of a border wall through their reservation.

Mbappe hat-trick fires Real Madrid to 4-1 win against Sociedad
Kylian Mbappe hat-trick powers Real Madrid past Real Sociedad in La Liga on Jose Mourinho's Bernabeu return.

Meta agrees to $17B settlement in landmark child-safety case
Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion in a landmark settlement with US states

Global Times

Updates: China ramps up rescue efforts after deadly mudslide in Xizang, deploys Y-20, Wing Loong drone as barrier lake raises risks
China continued to ramp up rescue operations on Thursday following a devastating mudslide in Gyirong county, Xigaze, Southwest China's Xizang ...

Chinese FM meets US ambassador to China, urging removing disruptions to bilateral high-level exchanges
China and the United States should earnestly implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, and remove ...

Foshan blends heritage with innovation to forge new path
Located in the heart of the Pearl River Delta, Foshan in Guangdong province is a national renowned historical and cultural ...

Profits of China's semiconductors industry surge 18.5-fold in first 7 months of 2026: NBS
Profits made by China's integrated circuit or semiconductors industry, spanning computing and memory chips, skyrocketed 18.5 times year-on-year in the ...

Targeting Chinese-funded steel plant, Manila is nothing more than a puppet: Global Times editorial

'No refrigerators in Beijing'? The DPP is pushing Taiwan toward a 'low-IQ society'
Hai Feng

West's 'competition' narrative won't overshadow Arctic cooperation
Global Times

Japan-US-Australia 'Oriental Shield 26' expands at the cost of regional stability
Global Times

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 Province on Wednesday, but meteorological experts warned that weakening winds do not mean the danger has passed, as its residual circulation is expected to join forces with powerful ...

China's MSS warns of foreign spy attacks targeting networked drones
China activates emergency response after mudslide hits border port in Xizang

China activates emergency response after mudslide hits border port in Xizang
China's MSS warns of foreign spy attacks targeting networked drones

Think tank report explores profound shift in global perceptions of China; country could be most aspired-to major economy by 2050
Global perceptions of China are undergoing their most profound structural shift since the end of the Cold War, and China is expected to become the major economy that people around ... South Korean police probe murder of Chinese student; Consulate tells GT it is in close contact with police, victim's family South Korean police launched an investigation and unveiled further case details on Wednesday, one day after announcing the arrest of a Chinese man, in his 30s, on suspicion of murdering ... Chinese consulate general to provide greatest aid to Chinese nationals killed in Russia's Amur Gas Chemical Complex fire that left 7 dead: consulate tells GT A fire at the construction site of the Amur Gas Chemical Complex (AGCC) in Russia's Far Eastern Amur Oblast has left seven people dead, including one Russian national and 6 ...

South Korean police probe murder of Chinese student; Consulate tells GT it is in close contact with police, victim's family
Think tank report explores profound shift in global perceptions of China; country could be most aspired-to major economy by 2050 Global perceptions of China are undergoing their most profound structural shift since the end of the Cold War, and China is expected to become the major economy that people around ... South Korean police launched an investigation and unveiled further case details on Wednesday, one day after announcing the arrest of a Chinese man, in his 30s, on suspicion of murdering ... Chinese consulate general to provide greatest aid to Chinese nationals killed in Russia's Amur Gas Chemical Complex fire that left 7 dead: consulate tells GT A fire at the construction site of the Amur Gas Chemical Complex (AGCC) in Russia's Far Eastern Amur Oblast has left seven people dead, including one Russian national and 6 ...

Chinese consulate general to provide greatest aid to Chinese nationals killed in Russia's Amur Gas Chemical Complex fire that left 7 dead: consulate tells GT
Think tank report explores profound shift in global perceptions of China; country could be most aspired-to major economy by 2050 Global perceptions of China are undergoing their most profound structural shift since the end of the Cold War, and China is expected to become the major economy that people around ... South Korean police probe murder of Chinese student; Consulate tells GT it is in close contact with police, victim's family South Korean police launched an investigation and unveiled further case details on Wednesday, one day after announcing the arrest of a Chinese man, in his 30s, on suspicion of murdering ... A fire at the construction site of the Amur Gas Chemical Complex (AGCC) in Russia's Far Eastern Amur Oblast has left seven people dead, including one Russian national and 6 ...

Profits of China's major industrial firms up 17.6 pct in first seven months
Unitree sheds over 200b yuan in first trading week as analysts see rational repricing, upbeat in long-term prospects

Unitree sheds over 200b yuan in first trading week as analysts see rational repricing, upbeat in long-term prospects
Profits of China's major industrial firms up 17.6 pct in first seven months

Beijing ports see 15 million entry-exit trips, 20 days earlier than 2025
The total number of entry-exit trips at Beijing ports has surpassed 15 million as of Tuesday, up 9 percent year on year and reaching the milestone 20 days earlier than in 2025, according to the Beijing General Station of Exit and Entry Frontier Inspection. Foreign ...

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 the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region, aiming to accelerate interdisciplinary innovation that integrates ... China's first long-duration orbital platform converted from a carrier rocket completes 2-year on-orbit test mission The Aishenxing-1 01 orbital platform, China's first long-duration orbital platform converted from the upper stage of a commercial carrier rocket, has successfully completed its two-year on-orbit test mission, Chinese private ... Huawei licenses Wi-Fi patents to HP, highlighting shift in global IP licensing flows: Chinese expert Chinese tech giant Huawei and US‑based computer maker HP announced the signing of a multiyear global patent cross-licensing agreement, including license to HP for certain Huawei Wi-Fi patents, the Global ...

China's first long-duration orbital platform converted from a carrier rocket completes 2-year on-orbit test mission
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 the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region, aiming to accelerate interdisciplinary innovation that integrates ... The Aishenxing-1 01 orbital platform, China's first long-duration orbital platform converted from the upper stage of a commercial carrier rocket, has successfully completed its two-year on-orbit test mission, Chinese private ... Huawei licenses Wi-Fi patents to HP, highlighting shift in global IP licensing flows: Chinese expert Chinese tech giant Huawei and US‑based computer maker HP announced the signing of a multiyear global patent cross-licensing agreement, including license to HP for certain Huawei Wi-Fi patents, the Global ...

Huawei licenses Wi-Fi patents to HP, highlighting shift in global IP licensing flows: Chinese expert
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 the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Region, aiming to accelerate interdisciplinary innovation that integrates ... China's first long-duration orbital platform converted from a carrier rocket completes 2-year on-orbit test mission The Aishenxing-1 01 orbital platform, China's first long-duration orbital platform converted from the upper stage of a commercial carrier rocket, has successfully completed its two-year on-orbit test mission, Chinese private ... Chinese tech giant Huawei and US‑based computer maker HP announced the signing of a multiyear global patent cross-licensing agreement, including license to HP for certain Huawei Wi-Fi patents, the Global ...

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97
Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ... 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 ...

Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ... 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 ...

Chinese video platform Bilibili relaunches international app, offering creators an alternative to YouTube
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ... "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 ...

84-year-old Cambridge professor becomes 'Grandpa' of millions of Chinese youth, reframes 'lying flat' as strength
Alan Macfarlane, 84, an emeritus professor of anthropological science at the University of Cambridge and a fellow of the British Academy, has become an unexpected source of calm for millions of young Chinese.

165-million-year-old katydids provide first evidence of ancient ultrasonic communication
Chinese anti-war hit about chef's restaurant refuge to go global after $253 million mainland run

Chinese anti-war hit about chef's restaurant refuge to go global after $253 million mainland run
165-million-year-old katydids provide first evidence of ancient ultrasonic communication

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В РФ в июле произвели на 19% меньше нефтепродуктов, чем год назад
Но больше, чем в июне

Блогера Илью Ремесло оставили в СИЗО
Его обвиняют по статье о фейках об армии

Венгрия признала Россию угрозой для страны и Европы
При Викторе Орбане Будапешт так не считал

Умер венгерский писатель Петер Надаш, автор "Книги воспоминаний"
Надаш - лауреат множества литературных премий

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

Катастрофическое наводнение и оползни в Непале: сотни жертв
Около 500 туристов числятся пропавшими

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

Africanews

Senegalese company produces first Africa-made treatment for sickle cell disease
Africa accounts for nearly 80 per cent of cases of the inherited red blood cell disorder but has relied on expensive imported medication.

Tunisian coastal town mourn death of residents who drowned at sea
Funerals have taken place for 8 of the 15 migrants who drowned after the boat they were in sank in the Meditteranean.

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