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Twenty women had breasts removed unnecessarily during cancer treatment, NHS trust admits
The women were among hundreds who were harmed by their treatment at County Durham health trust.

Charles 'sounded giddily elated' after Diana died, Earl Spencer claims
Buckingham Palace has strongly pushed back against claims in a new book by the late Princess of Wales's brother.

War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready?
The military and government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it

UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes
The US has not acknowledged carrying out February's deadly strikes on a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd.

US fans with Ed Sheeran tickets left 'torn' over Macklemore controversy
With Sheeran's next gig this weekend, some ticket holders said they were in two minds about going.

British woman rescued in Malawi shootout that left four suspected kidnappers dead
The mother of two young children was kidnapped last week in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

New wild cat species discovered - with only one known living member
A spotted wildcat long mistaken for relatives has been identified as a new species in Bolivia.

UK's 'dismal' Eurovision song choices to be examined by MPs
It comes after the UK's entry Look Mum No Computer came last in May's final, scoring just one point.

Badenoch says she is instructing lawyers to challenge government after Tory-run council's 94% tax hike
A row is growing over Wandsworth Council's rise, which the local authority is blaming on government funding cuts.

Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices
Central banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.

Watch: Can humpback whales experience grief?
Rare footage captured by researchers off Australia's Gold Coast suggests humpback whale mothers may experience grief when their calves die.

Zara Larsson criticises White House for using her song in deportation video
The White House removed Larsson's Midnight Sun from one of its reels after the artist called the clip "dehumanising".

Why we bought our first home with a 100% mortgage - despite the risks
The share of UK mortgages with smaller deposits is the highest it's been since 2008. The BBC spoke to borrowers about how they manage the risks.

Learner drivers turn to YouTube and TikTok to cut costs - but instructors warn of risks
One learner says social media clips saved her money, but there was also misinformation online.

This Olympic river has 500 crocodiles in it - but that's not the main concern
Queensland's Fitzroy River has been selected for the 2032 Games, despite concerns over the course - and its inhabitants.

Weekly quiz: Why did women's sports stars criticise actress Sydney Sweeney?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

The Papers: 'Giddy King' and 'war of words' over Earl Spencer book
Most papers feature the latest from the royal feud on the second day of Diana's brother Earl Spencer's book being serialised in the Daily Mail.

Not just 'Nice Guy Eddie': Lib Dems eager for leader to show radical side at party conference
There is a sizeable group of Lib Dem MPs who openly question whether the party's problem is with its leader, while others support his stance.

The big questions for Tuchel's first England squad since World Cup
Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss.

Sunshine to return to parts of UK with warmer and drier weather on way
High pressure over the UK next week will bring a break from the wet and windy weather so far this month.

'Don't be silly' over Falklands and Irish unity, top Tory tells Trump
Shadow foreign secretary Tom Tugendhat says the US president's recent comments were aimed at US voters, in a BBC interview.

See tiny organisms on show in microscopic video competition
The winning video features tiny hair-like structures, called cilia, in the airways of a child with a rare genetic disease.

Archbishop of Canterbury withdraws award from Muslim cleric who praised Osama bin Laden
The award was handed out last week, on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

Family of 'Putney pusher' suspect say he was innocent and blame police for his death
The family of Nicholas Brandram said there was no forensic evidence linking him to the incident.

Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial
Saudi Arabia has lobbied the US for years to buy F35s, the world's most advanced fighter jet.

Hyrox athlete apologises for continuing race after soiling herself
Joanna Wietrzyk has also forfeited her win in the fitness competition after competing last week.

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Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain star in a psychological thriller
It's the only thing you can trust. A friendship forged in motherhood is broken by a loss

'Just the beginning' - Samba, 17, steals Man City show
Floyd Samba's scintillating debut stole the show at Etihad Stadium but also took the headlines away from another high-profile teenager in Manchester.

Leaden, stale, disheartening - where do Celtic & O'Neill go from here?
After another defeat, keeping the faith is surely becoming more testing for Celtic's fans, writes Tom English.

England crush Sri Lanka to seal T20 series win
England comfortably chase a below-par target of 146 to thrash Sri Lanka by six wickets and seal the three-match T20 series with a game to spare.

How the race they said women couldn't run took centre stage
After making its debut at the 1928 Olympics, the women's 800m was cut from the programme. Now, it's often billed as the must-see event of major athletics championships. So, how did we get here?

Moving from Newcastle to Liverpool easy decision - Isak
Striker Alexander Isak says Liverpool's ambition and determination to sign him was a big part of why he joined the club.

The big questions for Tuchel's first England squad since World Cup
Before Thomas Tuchel names his first squad since the World Cup on Friday, BBC Sport looks at the big questions facing the England boss.

From -17 points to dream European start for Bournemouth
Bournemouth started a League Two season on -17 points in 2008, now they have made a dream start in European competition.

Al Jazeera

Oman oil escape route: How ship-to-ship transfers work — despite big risks
Oman’s Sohar port is becoming a popular spot for ship-to-ship oil transfers amid continued Hormuz blockade.

Russia’s parliamentary election: Who’s on the ballot, and why it matters
United Russia won more than two-thirds of the Duma's seats in the 2021 election and is poised to dominate the body again

UN mission alleges crimes against humanity in Iranian protest crackdown
A UN fact-finding mission has concluded Iranian forces committed crimes against humanity.

South Korea says US-North Korea talks possible, rules out Hormuz deployment
South Korean president will facilitate US-North Korea talks but will not deploy troops in US war on Iran.

Fire engulfs Zaporizhzhia shopping centre after Russian strike
A Russian strike hit a shopping centre in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine, sparking a major fire.

Australia to detain tourists who overstay visas amid immigration crackdown
More than 77,000 visa overstayers face detention or departure as Australia cracks down on immigration violations.

Could this economic squeeze sway US voters?
Americans on the lower end of the economy are feeling the impact of higher borrowing costs and weaker purchasing power.

New tiger cat species identified in Bolivia, first in over a century
Leopardus tilcayo is the first new living cat species named and described in more than a century.

Bank of Japan raises rates to 31-year high of 1.25% as inflation rises
Bank of Japan raises benchmark interest rate from 1 to 1.25 percent, pledging to help counter inflation risks.

Critics in meltdown over US cheese giant Tillamook halal label
Critics have launched a boycott campaign against US cheese giant Tillamook over its new halal labelling.

Italy to deploy warships to protect shipping through Bab al-Mandeb
Italy's defence minister warns of severe economic fallout if Bab al-Mandeb becomes impassable, bypassing EU delays.

Drone attacks by Colombian armed groups more than double in early 2026
Civilians are caught in the crossfire of drone attacks between armed groups and government forces.

US Veteran told he is ‘embarrassing’ uniform over Israeli bonds stance
A veteran was told he is ‘embarrassing’ his uniform for protesting Palm Beach County’s $1B investment in Israel bonds.

Syria warns Israel poses ‘the greatest threat’ to Middle East stability
UNSC meeting on Syria turned into a heated debate between Israel and Turkiye over troops in Syrian territory.

UN findings show US strikes on Minab could be war crimes
UN-backed human rights experts say the US committed possible war crimes when it launched two strikes.

White House withdraws Lance Schroyer’s nomination to lead ICE
The ex-Oklahoma state trooper’s nomination had stalled in the Senate as ICE faced growing scrutiny over its operations.

Former Assad officer sentenced to 60 years in US for torture
Former Syrian official sentenced to 60 years in US prison for torturing prisoners under al-Assad's regime.

Tunisia floods disrupt capital as heavy rain traps motorists and residents
Recurring floods disrupt daily life in Tunis, raising questions about drainage, transport and flood preparedness.

Iran expels Swedish diplomat in retaliatory move
Tehran gives Swedish official 48 hours to leave as Iran says Stockholm is bowing down to outside pressure.

Iran war live: Trump weighs ‘big decision’ on Iran, tanker hit in Hormuz
Trump says he faces a 'big decision' on whether to 'annihilate' his Iranian foes, adding that 'anything could happen'.

Migrant sea crossings to Europe drop sharply as deaths rise: IOM
More than 2,200 migrants died or vanished at sea in 2026, despite declining crossings into Europe, says IOM.

US approves $414M uranium investment in Niger, two years after troops left
Uranium project investment could mark a turning point in US-Niger and US-Canada relations.

Russia election: Could other parties challenge United Russia?
Russians vote for the first time since 2022. Can opposition parties challenge Putin-backed United Russia in this vote?

Trinidad and Tobago ends state of emergency amid pushback over mass arrests
Lawyers criticised mass arrests under emergency powers that allowed authorities to detain people without charge.

US judge orders 30-day notice prior to any Kennedy Center physical changes
The ruling comes amid legal battle over Trump’s changes to the Kennedy Center, including his effort to rename it.

Global Times

Xi stresses sustained efforts to expand, strengthen advanced manufacturing
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged sustained efforts to expand and strengthen advanced manufacturing to provide strong support for advancing ...

China-EU trade talks signal need to manage differences, concrete action needed to meet China halfway: expert
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao held a video call on Thursday with European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros ...

Trump says he is approaching major crossroads in Iran war: report
U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is approaching a critical juncture in the Iran war over whether to ...

Indian experts highlight AI, maritime cooperation with China, voice hope for progress on border issue
Indian experts attending the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum highlighted cooperation with China on AI governance and maritime security, expressing hope ...

95 years on, some in Japan still cling to militarist fantasies: Global Times editorial

Preparing for warfare on moon? US seeks to turn lunar orbit into powder keg
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Pragmatic delivery for BRICS' third decade
Evandro Menezes de Carvalho

GT Voice: China-US collaboration in AI not an option but an imperative
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Hualong One nuclear power unit goes commercial in Hainan, can support China's computing power
China's nuclear power sector has welcomed another major milestone, with Unit 3 of the Huaneng Changjiang Nuclear Power Plant in South China's Hainan Free Trade Port, the first Hualong One nuclear power unit in the place, entering commercial operation on Thursday, the Global Times learned from China Huaneng ...

China's MPS handles over 36,000 cyber-related cases so far this year during 'Clean Net' campaign
Farmers busy with autumn harvesting across China

Farmers busy with autumn harvesting across China
China's MPS handles over 36,000 cyber-related cases so far this year during 'Clean Net' campaign

Chinese scholars urge global cities to include countryside in green transition
Chinese scholar Liu Yansui published a new article in the September 17 issue of Nature, calling for cities and the countryside that supports them to be managed as a unified ... Ministry of Natural Resources conducts multidisciplinary geological survey in China's Huangyan Dao waters To comprehensively understand the foundational geological elements and ecological environment of China's jurisdictional waters, the China Geological Survey's research vessel Haiyang Dizhi Shihao carried out a multidisciplinary comprehensive geological survey ... Family farm develops Lingzhi mushroom industry in Milin, China's Xizang A college graduate staff member checks aired white-fleshed Lingzhi mushrooms in a greenhouse in Milin, Nyingchi, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Sept. 14, 2026. In 2008, Milin County (now Milin ...

Ministry of Natural Resources conducts multidisciplinary geological survey in China's Huangyan Dao waters
Chinese scholars urge global cities to include countryside in green transition Chinese scholar Liu Yansui published a new article in the September 17 issue of Nature, calling for cities and the countryside that supports them to be managed as a unified ... To comprehensively understand the foundational geological elements and ecological environment of China's jurisdictional waters, the China Geological Survey's research vessel Haiyang Dizhi Shihao carried out a multidisciplinary comprehensive geological survey ... Family farm develops Lingzhi mushroom industry in Milin, China's Xizang A college graduate staff member checks aired white-fleshed Lingzhi mushrooms in a greenhouse in Milin, Nyingchi, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Sept. 14, 2026. In 2008, Milin County (now Milin ...

Family farm develops Lingzhi mushroom industry in Milin, China's Xizang
Chinese scholars urge global cities to include countryside in green transition Chinese scholar Liu Yansui published a new article in the September 17 issue of Nature, calling for cities and the countryside that supports them to be managed as a unified ... Ministry of Natural Resources conducts multidisciplinary geological survey in China's Huangyan Dao waters To comprehensively understand the foundational geological elements and ecological environment of China's jurisdictional waters, the China Geological Survey's research vessel Haiyang Dizhi Shihao carried out a multidisciplinary comprehensive geological survey ... A college graduate staff member checks aired white-fleshed Lingzhi mushrooms in a greenhouse in Milin, Nyingchi, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, Sept. 14, 2026. In 2008, Milin County (now Milin ...

China opposes illegal unilateral sanctions and long‑arm jurisdiction, Chinese FM says in response to US' Russia sanctions bill
Fed's interest rate hike has limited impact on China: expert

Fed's interest rate hike has limited impact on China: expert
China opposes illegal unilateral sanctions and long‑arm jurisdiction, Chinese FM says in response to US' Russia sanctions bill

GT Economic Investigates: How US AI executives' calls for a safety slowdown actually pose real risks
Not long ago, US artificial intelligence (AI) executives were championing the technology's power. Over the past several days, however, they have shifted gears, calling for a slowdown on safety grounds.

Chinese firm starts second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia, showcasing China's waste management technology: expert
A Chinese environmental company has launched its second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia, underscoring the growing overseas footprint of China's waste treatment technologies and their role in helping Southeast Asian countries ... Tourist arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan plunge 59% in Aug Visitor arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan tumbled 59.0 percent year-on-year to 418,000 in August as bilateral ties deteriorated over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks, according to ... Foreign firms ramp up R&D in China, shifting from factory floor to innovation hub Multinational companies are accelerating their investments in research and development (R&D) and advanced manufacturing in China, marking a structural shift from treating the country primarily as a low-cost production base ...

Tourist arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan plunge 59% in Aug
Chinese firm starts second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia, showcasing China's waste management technology: expert A Chinese environmental company has launched its second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia, underscoring the growing overseas footprint of China's waste treatment technologies and their role in helping Southeast Asian countries ... Visitor arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan tumbled 59.0 percent year-on-year to 418,000 in August as bilateral ties deteriorated over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks, according to ... Foreign firms ramp up R&D in China, shifting from factory floor to innovation hub Multinational companies are accelerating their investments in research and development (R&D) and advanced manufacturing in China, marking a structural shift from treating the country primarily as a low-cost production base ...

Foreign firms ramp up R&D in China, shifting from factory floor to innovation hub
Chinese firm starts second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia, showcasing China's waste management technology: expert A Chinese environmental company has launched its second waste-to-energy project in Indonesia, underscoring the growing overseas footprint of China's waste treatment technologies and their role in helping Southeast Asian countries ... Tourist arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan plunge 59% in Aug Visitor arrivals from the Chinese mainland to Japan tumbled 59.0 percent year-on-year to 418,000 in August as bilateral ties deteriorated over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks, according to ... Multinational companies are accelerating their investments in research and development (R&D) and advanced manufacturing in China, marking a structural shift from treating the country primarily as a low-cost production base ...

Ditan book fair expands to record size
The annual fair, which will run through September 27, has become a familiar fixture of Beijing's cultural calendar. China's micro-drama users surpass 800 million as market tops 100 billion yuan: NRTA officials China's micro-drama users have surpassed 800 million, and the market exceeded 100 billion yuan in 2025, a senior broadcasting official said on Thursday, as the country released 430,000 micro-dramas in ... Opening ceremony of Liuli art exhibition held in Singapore A Liuli artwork is on display at the opening ceremony of "Radiant Splendor - The Artistry of Zibo Liuli (Glass)" exhibition held in Singapore's China Cultural Centre on Sept. 16, ...

China's micro-drama users surpass 800 million as market tops 100 billion yuan: NRTA officials
Ditan book fair expands to record size The annual fair, which will run through September 27, has become a familiar fixture of Beijing's cultural calendar. China's micro-drama users have surpassed 800 million, and the market exceeded 100 billion yuan in 2025, a senior broadcasting official said on Thursday, as the country released 430,000 micro-dramas in ... Opening ceremony of Liuli art exhibition held in Singapore A Liuli artwork is on display at the opening ceremony of "Radiant Splendor - The Artistry of Zibo Liuli (Glass)" exhibition held in Singapore's China Cultural Centre on Sept. 16, ...

Opening ceremony of Liuli art exhibition held in Singapore
Ditan book fair expands to record size The annual fair, which will run through September 27, has become a familiar fixture of Beijing's cultural calendar. China's micro-drama users surpass 800 million as market tops 100 billion yuan: NRTA officials China's micro-drama users have surpassed 800 million, and the market exceeded 100 billion yuan in 2025, a senior broadcasting official said on Thursday, as the country released 430,000 micro-dramas in ... A Liuli artwork is on display at the opening ceremony of "Radiant Splendor - The Artistry of Zibo Liuli (Glass)" exhibition held in Singapore's China Cultural Centre on Sept. 16, ...

Chinese netizens question Asian Games organizing capacity after multiple teams stranded for hours at Nagoya airport amid poor logistics
Athletes from China and several other countries and regions were stranded for hours near Nagoya airport on Wednesday after transport arrangements broke down, leaving some waiting nearly six hours without food as they tried to reach their accommodations ahead of the Asian Games, Xinhua News Agency reported on ...

China targets 12th straight Asian Games gold-medal sweep as athletes arrive in Japan
Chinese team's 12-year wait for Asian Games cricket return ends without a match

Chinese team's 12-year wait for Asian Games cricket return ends without a match
China targets 12th straight Asian Games gold-medal sweep as athletes arrive in Japan

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Россия и Украина произвели обмен гражданскими лицами
В Украину вернулись 15 человек, в Россию - трое

Российские активы Nestle и "Ашан" переданы во внешнее управление
А также ещё несколько компаний

В Тюмени перед выборами ограничат продажу йода и зелёнки
Чтобы "предупредить возможные провокации"

19-летняя сибирячка получила 7 лет за якобы попытку уехать в Украину
Её отец отбывает 18-летний срок по обвинению в госизмене

В США осуждён на 20 лет член ИГ, причастный к теракту в "Крокусе"
Он участвовал и во многих других терактах в разных странах

До 25 тысяч граждан КНДР могут работать на сборке дронов в России
Северокорейцев оформляют как студентов в обход санкций ООН

Российский БПЛА снова ударил по Украине у границы с Польшей
Польша поднимала в воздух истребители

Премьер-министр Швеции Ульф Кристерссон подал в отставку
Новым премьер-министром станет лидер Социал-демократической партии Магдалена Андерссон

В Турции прошли массовые рейды против ЛГБТ-организаций
Задержаны больше 100 человек, десятки оставлены под стражей

Россия объявила Жанну Немцову в международный розыск
По делу о создании нежелательной организации

Хакеры потребовали от Revolut $3 млн за данные клиентов
Злоумышленники угрожают продать документы и историю транзакций сотен клиентов банка

Россия и Украина обменялись телами погибших военнослужащих
Украине передали 252 тела, России – 23

Россия атаковала судно под флагом Танзании в Чёрном море. Погиб капитан
Ещё трое членов экипажа ранены

Минцифры ведет переговоры с Apple о подключении iPhone к сетям 5G
Новая сеть работает в пилотном режиме, а её скорость не превышает LTE

Россельхознадзор нашёл опасный вирус в вакцине для собак "Мультикан"
Ведомство подтвердило связь зараженной серии препарата с гибелью собак

В Киеве в результате ночной атаки пострадали 18 человек
Силам ПВО удалось сбить 131 дрон из 157, заявили в ВСУ

Беспилотники ударили по Ярославлю и Ростовской области
В Ростовской области, возможно, атакован военный аэродром

Палата представителей США одобрила "адские санкции" против России
Законопроект предусматривает пошлины до 100% для покупателей российских энергоносителей

В результате удара по Киеву сгорел склад Фонда Елены Зеленской
И склад студии "Квартал 95"

Конгрессмен США потребовал от НХЛ реакции на агитацию Овечкина
Хоккеист снялся в предвыборном ролике "Единой России"

Africanews

Women living in fear after body of ninth victim found outside Johannesburg
The discovery of the bodies of nine women in the same area on the outskirts of South Africa's biggest city, Johannesburg, in the last two months have prompted police to investigate if the killings are linked and being carried out by the same person. Women say they're living in fear.

'Gunfire everywhere': Displaced Yemenis describe terrifying journey to Djibouti
Displaced Yemenis who fled to Djibouti have been describing the fighting that forced them to leave. At least 100,000 people have left Yemen since the start of September as Iran-backed Houthi rebels advanced on the coast, seizing control of the strategic Bab el-Mandeb strait.

Oil exploitation blamed for environmental damage, crop loss in Congo
In a report co-authored with Caritas, the diocese of Pointe-Noire said farmers in the Koilou department have reported sharp drops in cassava harvests. The residents pointed the finger at gas flaring by oil companies

Medical teams in DRC face difficult conditions as the race to contain Ebola outbreak
Medical teams face brutal conditions as grave diggers work night and day to bury victims of the Ebola outbreak which continues to grip the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Sudanese women preserve bridal henna tradition amid war and water crisis
For Sudanese women, keeping the tradition alive has become a way of preserving cultural identity amid profound upheaval.

US again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly
The Palestinian Authority on Thursday slammed a decision by the United States to refuse visas for its officials to attend the UN General Assembly in New York next week, a move which includes president Mahmoud Abbas according to a source familiar with the case

Netanyahu: Iran weakened but 'desire' to destroy Israel has not disappeared
The war in the Middle East has weakened Iran militarily but it hasn’t changed Tehran’s hatred for his country, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday.

Kenyans weigh AI's promise and risks as technology transforms jobs
The debate reflects a growing global question: how to harness AI's benefits while limiting its risks.

Gambian businesses struggle under prolonged blackouts
In the coastal Gambian town of Tanji, Sirah Darboe-Manneh cleans fish next to a row of ice boxes laying empty because of relentless power cuts. With limited supplies of ice, storing the daily catch has become almost impossible

Ohio bike shop offers refuge and community to Mauritanian immigrants
This business in Lockland, Ohio, looks like a bike shop, but it’s a lot more than that. It’s also a gathering center for Mauritanians seeking asylum in the United States.

Valencia region deluge leaves streets covered in mud and vehicles unusable in Torrent
Intense rainfall dumped up to 96 mm on Torrent, south‑west of Valencia, flooding roads, homes and the Parc Central tunnel, trapping cars and prompting emergency pumping operations.

'Nobody's happy,' experts say, as Ed Sheeran tour controversy rolls on
When singer Ed Sheeran resumes his tour in Philadelphia on Saturday, he’ll be taking to the stage without his supporting acts. They pulled out after rapper Macklemore was dropped for saying ‘Free Palestine’ during a performance in New Jersey. Experts say this kind of controversy doesn't happen often

Ebola treatment center welcomes community to visit in bid to build trust
At least a dozen attacks have taken place against facilities involved in Ebola care, primarily due to fear of the disease, misinformation, and mistrust of health care workers

WHO sees encouraging signs in Congo Ebola fight but warns of surging cases
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said transmission was declining in the hardest-hit areas of Ituri province, while South Kivu has reported no new cases since May.

Mbappé explains decision to cover Ceuta solidarity message
Mbappé said his decision was not intended as a rejection of Ceuta or its residents. He said he wanted to express solidarity with migrants who have lost their lives and those living in difficult conditions.

African lab scientists gather in Togo to discuss challenges amid Ebola crisis
As Ebola threatens parts of Africa, the Federation of West African Medical Laboratory Science opened its first conference Wednesday, in Lomé, Togo, to discuss the challenges posed by epidemics in Africa

Guinea media regulator warns France 24 over description of president
France 24 had not immediately responded to a request for comment. The regulator also withdrew the press accreditation of a Jeune Afrique correspondent, accusing him of professional misconduct.

Series of femicides shocks South Africa, highlights crime levels
The discovery of the bodies of nine women near Johannesburg in the last two months has sent shock waves around South Africa and highlighted the scourge of femicide and high levels of violent crime.

South African sports broadcaster Owen Ndlovu found dead after hijacking
South African sports broadcaster Owen Ndlovu has been found dead, hours after he was abducted during a vehicle hijacking near Johannesburg.

'African risk premium': AU launches own credit rating agency [Business Africa]
African countries face some of the world’s highest borrowing costs, with ratings driving up interest and cutting off access to international capital. Now the African Union is fighting back with its own credit rating agency

South African President Ramaphosa taken ill after BRICS summit
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has withdrawn from public engagements after returning from the BRICS summit in India, his office said on Wednesday, citing ill health.

War in Ukraine: Odesa and Sumy suffer fires and casualties in new Russian attacks
Russia struck the Ukrainian cities of Odesa and Sumy on 16 September, sparking fires and damaging homes and other buildings, according to Ukrainian emergency services and local officials.

Ninth woman found dead in South Africa murder spree
The South African Police during a media briefing Tuesday announced that they’re to offer a R400,000 reward for information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for the deaths of nine women whose bodies have been discovered at various locations in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng.

Dangote IPO draws interest from Nigerians keen to invest
Nigerians have started scrambling to buy a stake in Aliko Dangote's giant oil refinery, with some seeing the country's biggest-ever public share offering as a rare chance to participate in one of Africa's most ambitious industrial projects.

At least 82 people killed in gold mine collapse in Sudan's West Kordofan
At least 82 people have been killed in a gold mine collapse in Sudan’s West Kordofan state, with dozens more injured and others feared trapped beneath the rubble.

Akinbode Akinbiyi turns everyday african life into art
At 80, Nigerian-born photographer Akinbode Akinbiyi continues to document the changing face of Africa and its global diaspora through a quiet, deeply personal approach to photography.

Kinshasa opposition protest dispersed as clashes leave one dead
Tensions erupted in Kinshasa on Tuesday as an opposition-led demonstration against plans to change the Democratic Republic of Congo’s constitution was abruptly dispersed by security forces.

Lionel Messi set for emotional farewell as Argentina faces Benin
Lionel Messi’s international story may not be over just yet. After announcing his retirement from Argentina duty on August 29th, following the World Cup final defeat to Spain and the recent death of his father, Messi is set for one final farewell.

Yemen fighting forces thousands into makeshift camps as displacement surges
Aid efforts are being hampered by damaged roads, restricted access and a shortage of funding, as fears grow of a wider humanitarian catastrophe.

More than 12 trillion tons of ice lost as climate change accelerates polar melt
Scientists estimate each centimetre of sea-level rise puts another two to three million people at risk of annual coastal flooding.

Edouard Mendy set to retire from Senegal duty after 59 caps
After 59 appearances for Senegal, Edouard Mendy could be saying goodbye to international football. According to Senegalese outlet Taggat, the 34-year-old goalkeeper has reportedly told incoming head coach Patrick Vieira that he intends to retire from international duty.

US military set to end decades-long presence in country in Iraq
Two deadlines are looming for Iraq at the end of the month: the end of a decades-long US military presence and the disarmament of non-state armed groups.

South Africans voice growing concerns over AI’s rapid rise
As artificial intelligence rapidly advances, concerns over its potential impact are growing in South Africa and around the world, with some members of the public worried about jobs, safety and the technology’s ability to operate beyond human control.

Senegal inks deal with Italian energy giant Eni to study 5 offshore blocks
Senegal has signed a memorandum of understanding with Italian energy giant ENI to evaluate five offshore blocks, the country’s energy minister announced on Tuesday.

Police intensify hunt after eighth woman found dead in Ekurhuleni
Authorities are offering a 400,000-rand reward for information that could lead to arrests as the investigation continues.

Ed Sheeran's tour in shambles as supporting acts pull out over free speech row
Ed Sheeran’s tour of North and South America is in shambles after four of his supporting acts quit over a row about political speech.

Olu Jacobs, veteran of Nigerian and British screen, dies aged 84
Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84, his family announced on Wednesday.

US imposes targeted visa restrictions on South Africans over land and race policies
The latest measures are being imposed under a section of US immigration law allowing visa restrictions when an individual's entry could have serious adverse foreign-policy consequences.

At least 12 dead and dozens missing after building collapse in Gaza City
A deadly building collapse has killed at least 12 people in Gaza City on 16 September, according to Shifa Hospital, after a multi-storey building housing displaced families came down.

WFP: More than a million people in South Sudan at risk of losing food aid
Over a million "vulnerable people" in conflict-hit South Sudan could lose access to "lifesaving" food and nutritional assistance as soon as next month, as humanitarian organisations struggle to meet demands with a lack of funds, the UN's World Food Programme is warning.

Nigeria arrests Mexican national as authorities uncover suspected meth lab
Nigerian authorities have uncovered another suspected methamphetamine laboratory linked to Mexican nationals, raising concerns over attempts by international drug networks to establish production sites in the country.

From nail hammering to drilling, Japan’s new robots push physical AI forward
Technology companies gathered in Tokyo on 16 September 2026 for a one-day summit focused on physical AI, showcasing robots designed to perform tasks in the real world.

Surge in Yemen violence ends ceasefire and drives mass displacement
Thousands of Yemenis are fleeing renewed fighting and arriving at makeshift Al Kadha camp in Taiz. The UN says 125,000 people have been displaced in the past two weeks.

Amnesty calls on Algeria to abandon death penalty plans for wildfires
Amnesty International is urging Algeria to abandon plans to resume executions. After deadly wildfires swept across the country’s northeast last month, President Tebboune called to impose the death penalty on people who start the fires. He said child abductors and abusers should also be executed.

Riyadh and Cairo call for free and secure shipping in Red Sea
Egypt’s president Abdel Fattah al-Sissi welcomed Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Cairo on Tuesday for talks on regional security.

US Military Faces Ammunition Shortages Amid Ongoing Iran War
President Donald Trump dismissed the report and its concerns over supplies, insisting US ammunition stocks are “virtually unlimited”.

Egyptians speak on the future of Artificial Intelligence
The furious debate over artificial intelligence has hardened into warring camps -- and a cautious middle.

Russia stages early voting in occupied Ukraine ahead of national election
Russia has begun early voting in its parliamentary elections in Russian-controlled areas of Ukraine’s Donetsk region, with armed personnel accompanying election officials and voters.

Clashes erupt between DR Congo opposition and pro-govt supporters in Kinshasa
Police fired tear gas as clashes erupted in Kinshasa on Tuesday between opposition supporters and pro-government activists during a rally against a proposed constitutional change, AFP journalists saw.

Nigerians displaced by conflict call for 'change' ahead of 2027 polls
As Nigeria heads into the 2027 elections, thousands of internally displaced people say they still feel forgotten. In one makeshift camp in the outer suburbs of the capital Abuja, those chased from their homes by a jihadist insurgency have little to show for their struggles.