European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan
Uefa says "the World Cup is not for sale" after its 55 member associations vote to boycott future tournaments if Fifa and its president, Gianni Infantino, do not back down on their investment proposals.
Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax
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Renowned ex-Royal Marine Nirmal Purja among 10 climbers feared missing after avalanche
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Crews tackling Suffolk wildfire say they are in better position
The Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service says "the situation appears to be stabilising" but at least 12 fire engines will remain on scene.
Watch: Thick smoke and flames as crews tackle Suffolk wildfire
Video shows thick plumes of smoke rising from the Suffolk coast, where a major incident is declared.
British Airways flight called mayday on approach to Heathrow
The call was made on an Airbus A320 flying from Dusseldorf airport in Germany on 6 July following two stall warnings.
MP Diane Abbott readmitted into Labour Party after suspension
The long-serving MP apologises for past comments and says she has been issued with a "formal warning".
Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to Spanish enclave of Ceuta
The territory's leader said the influx is overwhelming resources and urged the Spanish government to intervene.
Anthropic says AI models hacked three firms during cyber tests
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Why limited war with the US may suit Iran better than peace
Iran may believe it can control its conflict carefully enough to keep pressure on the US while avoiding an all-out war.
Archbishop of Canterbury committed to £100m slavery fund
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Is Infantino finished? Could Uefa boycott World Cup? What happens now?
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'I pay £580 a month to live in a disused care home': Property guardians show us around
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Teen hackers tell BBC how police are helping them use their skills for good
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Millions opposed military rule in Myanmar. Is their dream of a revolution over?
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Large rise in offenders sent back to prison, figures reveal
There has been a large rise in the number of offenders being recalled to prisons in England and Wales.
Thousands evacuated in Crete as wildfires threaten tourist resorts
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil
Andy Burnham says he told the US president he couldn't ignore North Sea resources when people are struggling.
Watch: Moment empty building collapses in New York
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Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
The UK's highest court gives Palestine Action's co-founder permission to appeal the government's proscription of the group under anti-terrorism legislation.
Danube's record low levels force shutdown of Hungary's only nuclear plant
Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia are also grappling with the effects of a series of prolonged heatwaves and low rainfall.
Greens review social media operation as Polanski row rumbles on
The Green Party is grappling with how to manage its social media following a controversial post by its leader.
Four people die after busiest day for small-boat crossings this year
Two deadly incidents occurred as 752 people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday, new figures show.
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Is Infantino finished? Could Uefa boycott World Cup? What happens now?
It's been a seismic 48 hours for football after Uefa threatened to boycott the World Cup and Concacaf rejected Gianni Infantino's funding plan - what happens now, and can Fifa's president survive?
Uefa to boycott World Cups if Fifa plans approved
Uefa says "the World Cup is not for sale" after its 55 member associations vote to boycott future tournaments if Fifa and its president, Gianni Infantino, do not back down on their investment proposals.
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England captaincy could be what Root needs - Vaughan
Former skipper Michael Vaughan says the England Test captaincy could be "exactly what Joe Root needs" after the 35-year-old is appointed to the role for a second time.
Howe going as spending rules bite - troubles for Newcastle's Saudi owners
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Vomit in the morning, gold in the afternoon for England's gamblers
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London protesters march through streets in solidarity with Azad Kashmir
Protesters in London marched from Hyde Park towards the Pakistan High Commission on Thursday.
US Escalation with Iran is ‘pointless’, warns former US diplomat
As US-Iran clashes escalate, former US Ambassador to UAE Barbara Leaf warns escalation is ‘fairly pointless’.
Iran war live: Trump says Hamas to disarm, Israel to leave Gaza gradually
Hamas member told Al Jazeera all implementation would be conditioned on Israel implementing its part of deal.
Trump announces Hamas to disarm paving way for Israel to withdraw from Gaza
US President Donald Trump said on TruthSocial that an agreement has been reached for Hamas to fully disarm.
UK left-wing MP Diane Abbott reinstated by Labour Party after suspension
Diane Abbott returns to Labour, a year after her suspension over comments about racism.
Pathirage challenges Chopra-Nadeem javelin rivalry in Commonwealth final
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage is favourite ahead of rivalry between India's Neeraj Chopra and Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem.
US appeals court rejects Trump expansion of mandatory migrant detention
Appeals court rules that the Trump administration cannot deny detained migrants the chance for release on bond.
Trump administration appeals to never-before-used court for deportation
US government prosecutors are seeking the removal of Nazira Haji Zada, though she faces no criminal charges.
Trump says Board of Peace reaches agreement on disarmament of Hamas in Gaza
US president says Israel will withdraw from Gaza following the disarmament of Hamas.
Amazon’s Zoox secures US federal approval for steering-wheel-free robotaxis
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Why is US GDP growth slowing, and how can it be reversed?
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French teen fined in Singapore over ‘straw licking’ stunt
A French teenager has been fined about $465 after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge in Singapore.
Argentina’s Milei seeks to deport foreigners that spread ‘hate’ of country
Experts have cast doubt on legality of the emergency decree as Milei decries a campaign of 'hostility' after World Cup.
Will Saudi Arabia be dragged further into the war in Iran?
Anger in Iraq after US-Saudi strikes on paramilitary group with ties to Tehran.
Prague Zoo keeps polar bears cool with ice amid heatwave
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UN launches hunt for next chief amid rising challenges
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Security camera shows ‘Russian missile’ exploding in Poland
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Father of Georgia Apalachee school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
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US authorities probe cyberattack on water systems in Minnesota
A cyberattack targeted more than 30 water facilities in the Midwestern US state earlier this week.
Palestine Action co-founder wins UK Supreme Court appeal bid
Huda Ammori has won permission to challenge Palestine Action's ban at the UK Supreme Court.
Pakistan coal mine explosion kills at least 32 miners
Accidents common in Pakistan’s coal mining industry, particularly in Balochistan, where many mines lack basic safety.
Saudi Arabia announces maritime defence alliance to secure vital waterways
Fourteen nations sign up to alliance to protect vital trade and energy routes amid escalating hostilities.
Congo’s Ebola death toll passes 1,500 as it struggles to halt spread
There's still no vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain of the virus as the country struggles for control in infected areas.
UN demands end of Ugandan clampdown on dissent
Pervasive climate of fear condemned amid human rights violations and crackdowns on opposition.
ABC News says FCC is carrying out intimidation campaign to shape coverage
Trump administration has frequently sought to pressure companies over coverage critical of the president and his allies.
CPC leadership sets out economic priorities for H2 of 2026
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Chinese vice premier holds candid, in-depth, constructive exchange in video call with US treasury secretary, raises concerns over recent trade curbs against China
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Exclusive: Space-based computing could help equalize global access to computing power and promote inclusive AI development: Chinese scientist
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and societies, access to computing power is becoming an increasingly important factor in technological development. While global computing resources remain largely concentrated in regions with advanced digital infrastructure, a new frontier is emerging beyond Earth: space-based computing. China has entered ...
China's implantable BCI tech helps quadriplegic patients return to work with latency below 50 ms
Shanghai-gifted red pandas win hearts in Taipei despite DPP curbs on cross-Strait exchanges
Shanghai-gifted red pandas win hearts in Taipei despite DPP curbs on cross-Strait exchanges
China's implantable BCI tech helps quadriplegic patients return to work with latency below 50 ms
Internet platforms violating rules may face fines up to 10 million yuan, revoked permit: draft cyberbullying law
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has started soliciting public opinions on a draft law against cyber abuse in a bid to prevent mass dissemination of content involving insults, defamation, ... Chinese Embassy in New Zealand lodges solemn representations with Wellington over New Zealand foreign minister's racist remarks New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters' racist remarks, in which he told a lawmaker of Chinese descent to “go back to your own country,” have drawn criticism from netizens and ... China launches new data relay satellite into space China sent a new data relay satellite into orbit on Wednesday from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on the coast of the southern island province of Hainan.
Chinese Embassy in New Zealand lodges solemn representations with Wellington over New Zealand foreign minister's racist remarks
Internet platforms violating rules may face fines up to 10 million yuan, revoked permit: draft cyberbullying law The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has started soliciting public opinions on a draft law against cyber abuse in a bid to prevent mass dissemination of content involving insults, defamation, ... New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters' racist remarks, in which he told a lawmaker of Chinese descent to “go back to your own country,” have drawn criticism from netizens and ... China launches new data relay satellite into space China sent a new data relay satellite into orbit on Wednesday from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on the coast of the southern island province of Hainan.
China launches new data relay satellite into space
Internet platforms violating rules may face fines up to 10 million yuan, revoked permit: draft cyberbullying law The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has started soliciting public opinions on a draft law against cyber abuse in a bid to prevent mass dissemination of content involving insults, defamation, ... Chinese Embassy in New Zealand lodges solemn representations with Wellington over New Zealand foreign minister's racist remarks New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters' racist remarks, in which he told a lawmaker of Chinese descent to “go back to your own country,” have drawn criticism from netizens and ... China sent a new data relay satellite into orbit on Wednesday from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site on the coast of the southern island province of Hainan.
China-EU trade and investment consultation mechanism to hold 2nd meeting this fall: MOFCOM spokesperson
China's new quality productive forces show strong H1 growth: State Taxation Administration
China's new quality productive forces show strong H1 growth: State Taxation Administration
China-EU trade and investment consultation mechanism to hold 2nd meeting this fall: MOFCOM spokesperson
China marks new green energy breakthrough as renewables top 40%, coal falls below 50% in H1
China's power mix shifted further toward cleaner sources in the first half of the year, with renewables supplying than 40 percent of its electricity for the first time. Meanwhile, coal-fired power accounted for less than half of total generation - also a first and a milestone in ...
China's nonferrous metals demand rises on surging computing power needs
China's nonferrous metals industry sees stronger growth amid surging demand from computing power sector, according to industry data and media reports. China's independently developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail shield machine successfully passes under Yangtze River China's independently-developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail shield machine, the “Linghang” (Navigator) for the Chongtai Yangtze River Tunnel — which connects Shanghai's Chongming district with Taicang, East China's Jiangsu Province –has ... FCC's ban on imports of Chinese advanced robots, power inverters a 'counterproductive, self-defeating' move: expert The US unveiled new bans on imports of advanced robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, and foreign media said the move effectively bars Chinese-made robotic models from the ...
China's independently developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail shield machine successfully passes under Yangtze River
China's nonferrous metals demand rises on surging computing power needs China's nonferrous metals industry sees stronger growth amid surging demand from computing power sector, according to industry data and media reports. China's independently-developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail shield machine, the “Linghang” (Navigator) for the Chongtai Yangtze River Tunnel — which connects Shanghai's Chongming district with Taicang, East China's Jiangsu Province –has ... FCC's ban on imports of Chinese advanced robots, power inverters a 'counterproductive, self-defeating' move: expert The US unveiled new bans on imports of advanced robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, and foreign media said the move effectively bars Chinese-made robotic models from the ...
FCC's ban on imports of Chinese advanced robots, power inverters a 'counterproductive, self-defeating' move: expert
China's nonferrous metals demand rises on surging computing power needs China's nonferrous metals industry sees stronger growth amid surging demand from computing power sector, according to industry data and media reports. China's independently developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail shield machine successfully passes under Yangtze River China's independently-developed world's largest-diameter high-speed rail shield machine, the “Linghang” (Navigator) for the Chongtai Yangtze River Tunnel — which connects Shanghai's Chongming district with Taicang, East China's Jiangsu Province –has ... The US unveiled new bans on imports of advanced robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, and foreign media said the move effectively bars Chinese-made robotic models from the ...
Guangzhou club selects Chinese Taipei player Sung Hsin-hao as top pick in 2026 CBA Draft
Chinese basketball club the Guangzhou Loong Lions has selected Sung Hsin-hao of Chinese Taipei with the No.1 overall pick during the 2026 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Draft on Tuesday, making ... New Chinese migratory bird sanctuaries added to UNESCO Natural World Heritage List The Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of the Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China, a World Heritage Natural Site, have secured a new expansion after the UNESCO World Heritage Committee ... Tunisia's Sidi Bou Said village inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List Tunisia's iconic village of Sidi Bou Said has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the country's Ministry of Cultural Affairs said on Saturday.
New Chinese migratory bird sanctuaries added to UNESCO Natural World Heritage List
Guangzhou club selects Chinese Taipei player Sung Hsin-hao as top pick in 2026 CBA Draft Chinese basketball club the Guangzhou Loong Lions has selected Sung Hsin-hao of Chinese Taipei with the No.1 overall pick during the 2026 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Draft on Tuesday, making ... The Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of the Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China, a World Heritage Natural Site, have secured a new expansion after the UNESCO World Heritage Committee ... Tunisia's Sidi Bou Said village inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List Tunisia's iconic village of Sidi Bou Said has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the country's Ministry of Cultural Affairs said on Saturday.
Tunisia's Sidi Bou Said village inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List
Guangzhou club selects Chinese Taipei player Sung Hsin-hao as top pick in 2026 CBA Draft Chinese basketball club the Guangzhou Loong Lions has selected Sung Hsin-hao of Chinese Taipei with the No.1 overall pick during the 2026 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Draft on Tuesday, making ... New Chinese migratory bird sanctuaries added to UNESCO Natural World Heritage List The Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of the Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China, a World Heritage Natural Site, have secured a new expansion after the UNESCO World Heritage Committee ... Tunisia's iconic village of Sidi Bou Said has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the country's Ministry of Cultural Affairs said on Saturday.
South China's largest natural history museum opens
The Shenzhen Natural History Museum opened on Tuesday, marking the launch of the largest comprehensive natural history museum in South China, with than 7,400 authentic specimens and exhibits showcasing the evolution of the Earth, life and local ecosystems.
Porcupine behavior key to fossil formation in Asian karst caves
Nearly 2,000 historical artifacts restored in Afghan museums: gov't spokesperson
Nearly 2,000 historical artifacts restored in Afghan museums: gov't spokesperson
Porcupine behavior key to fossil formation in Asian karst caves
Reuters: Казахстан ведет переговоры с Россией о переработке нефти
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Зеленский: Россия впервые за долгое время применила ракету из КНДР
Удар был нанесен по поселку Радушное
IIHF не допустила российских хоккеистов на ЧМ-2027
Аналогичное решение принято в отношении белорусских спорстменов
УЕФА решил бойкотировать чемпионат мира из-за планов ФИФА
ФИФА планирует продать часть прав на ЧМ частным инвесторам
Франция, Испания и Греция борются с лесными пожарами
В Греции погибли трое пожарных
Правительство России продлило запрет на экспорт бензина
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Против Дурова возбуждено дело о содействии терроризму
КТК сообщил о новой приостановке погрузки нефти из-за атак БПЛА
Министерство энергетики Казахстана подтвердило факт ударов
Соучастник взрыва в московском ЖК "Алые паруса" приговорен к 22 годам
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CENTCOM назвало удары ответом на попытку атаковать американские войска
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Грузия отказала в международной защите 17 украинцам
Они уже около года находятся в подвале на КПП "Дариали"
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UEFA to boycott FIFA tournaments if plan to sell World Cup stake goes ahead
Europe’s football governing body said the tournament should not be seen as an investment product and is 'not for sale'.
Ghana's government backs extending presidential term from four to five years
Other recommendations accepted by the government include extending Parliament’s tenure to match the new presidential term.
George Clooney evacuates French estate as wildfires rage
Hollywood star George Clooney and his wife, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, have evacuated their French estate as fast-moving wildfires continue to sweep across southern France.
Burkina Faso media regulator fines Canal+ over free access to state TV
It accuses the French satellite television service of failing to comply with an obligation to provide free access to Burkinabe TV.
Sudan farmers struggle as Iran conflict drives costs higher
Thousands of miles from the fighting, Sudanese farmers are feeling the impact of the war in Iran, as rising fuel and fertilizer costs threaten food production in a country already facing one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
Ceuta calls for emergency as thousands of migrants cross
Authorities in Ceuta asked the government in Madrid to declare a national emergency and requested army intervention, as thousands crossed into the tiny Spanish territory on Thursday.
AI-generated Africa map blunder overshadows U.S. presentation at global AIDS conference
A U.S. State Department presentation at a major global health conference has sparked criticism after an AI-generated map of Africa wrongly labelled every country on the continent.
Kenya restores electricity after major power outage
Power has been restored to several parts of Kenya after a widespread blackout left large areas without electricity overnight.
South Sudan's president dismisses central bank governor
The removal of Johnny Ohisa comes as Salva Kiir makes sweeping changes in the senior ranks of his government.
The US and Iran trade missile barrages as hopes dim for a quick resolution
The United States and Iran each fired barrages of missiles Thursday, as the pattern of back-and-forth strikes took hold again and hope dimmed for any quick resolution.
Amnesty calls for war crimes probe after killing of at least 19 Malian soldiers
Amnesty International is calling for a war crimes investigation after at least 19 Malian soldiers were allegedly executed despite surrendering.
Egypt confirms unidentified drone caused fire at Mediterranean port
While energy facilities in the region have been hit since the start of the US and Israel's war on Iran, its the first time Egypt has come under attack.
Zambia: Economic test looms for next administration [Business Africa]
Zambia has managed to stabilize its economy after becoming the first sovereign to default on its debt obligations during the Covid-19 pandemic. In order to unlock growth amid risks, tough policy choices await the next administration
Nigeria dismantles meth lab as Mexican cartels push into country
Meth seizures and raids on labs in Nigeria have been on the rise since around 2011, according to a 2019 report from the Institute for Security Studies, as Latin American specialists exported their expertise to the country
Nigeria deports pangolin scales trafficker to China
Nigerian police on Wednesday said they had arrested and deported a Chinese man who had trafficked 12 tonnes of pangolin scales to China.
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye in intensive care: wife
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye has been hospitalized and is unconscious after he collapsed during a courtroom session of his treason trial, according to his wife and others who are urging authorities to set him free after repeated bail denials.
Name headache for Cape Verde's Vozinha at Colo Colo
Regulations from the Chile's professional football body require players to use their surname. This means that Vozinha — whose real name is Josimar José Évora Dias — would not be allowed to use the nickname that made him famous around the world
Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to the Spanish territory of Ceuta
Hundreds of migrants are swimming from Morocco to the tiny Spanish territory of Ceuta at the country’s northern tip, overwhelming border security, local authorities said Wednesday.
Ebola worsening food insecurity in eastern Congo, UN agency chief warns
The measures include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on supplying weapons and military equipment to them.
Infantino sets deadline for $20M offer to members in World Cup investor plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino set a Sept. 19 deadline on Wednesday for the 211 member federations to accept one-off $20 million offers as part of a project to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
DR Congo: Opposition fury as Tshisekedi edges closer to third term
DR Congo opposition politicians, members of the opposition coalition nicknamed "C64", rejected the Constitutional Court’s ruling on the referendum law, which could see President Felix Tshisekedi run for a third term after a referendum
United Nations extends sanctions against armed groups in Central African Republic
The measures include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on supplying weapons and military equipment to them.
DR Congo: Some Kinshasa residents support controversial referendum law
The opposition has denounced the ruling saying it gives President Félix Tshisekedi the green light to seek a third term in office.
DR Congo says militia linked to Rwanda's genocide agree to surrender
The disarmament of the FDLR is a key step towards implementing a United States-brokered peace deal between Kinshasa and Kigali.
Iran war paralyses neighbouring Iraq's crucial Umm Qasr port
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has prevented commercial vessels from reaching the port, one of Iraq's main trade terminals and its only deep-water gateway.
First person vaccinated during trial of new Ebola jab
A volunteer was injected on Friday with the first dose of a rapidly developed vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola driving a deadly outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Oxford University said.
Kenyan security officers killed in suspected Al-Shabaab border ambush
Kenyan Security Officers Killed in Suspected Al-Shabaab Border Ambush
Equatorial Guinea man warns of Russian recruitment trap
Ukraine estimates that nearly 1,800 Africans have been enlisted by Russian forces to fight on the frontline of the war.
An Israeli group eyeing southern Syria for settlement
Formed early last year, the Pioneers of Bashan are a group of right-wing Israeli activists aiming to establish Jewish settlements inside Syria.
UNICEF says conflict in Sudan's north Kordofan kills 23 children in two months
The conflict in Sudan, now in its fourth year, continues to fuel one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, with millions of children facing displacement, hunger and limited access to basic services.
DR Congo court approves referendum law, fueling third-term debate
The opposition has strongly criticized the reform, arguing that it could undermine constitutional safeguards. The debate comes as the country faces mounting security challenges, including renewed fighting with the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group in the east and a growing Ebola outbreak.
Cameroon's Emmanuel Eseme sprints to 100m gold at Commonwealth Games
Cameroon’s Emmanuel Eseme shattered the Commonwealth Games 100m record on Tuesday sprinting to gold through the Glasgow rain in 9.83 seconds.
Kenya probes death of 15 elephants at Amboseli park
An investigation has been opened into the unexplained death of 15 elephants in one month at a Kenyan nature park, the Kenyan Wildlife Service said Tuesday.
New Orleans fears loss of Haitian migrants who helped build the city
Haitian immigrants have shaped New Orleans' culture and identity for generations. As legal uncertainty grows, the Haitian community fears what the future may hold in a city they helped build.
Ghana's tallest man dies after years of battling unusual genetic disorder
Across the globe, he was known as Ghana’s tallest man but in Ghana the country where he lived his entire 33 years of life, he was popularly known as Awuche.
Israeli PM holds first meeting with US President since start of Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday, their first meeting since the start of the Iran war five months ago.
Algerian parliament elects Khalida Boufedeche its first woman speaker
Algeria's parliament elected its first ever woman speaker on Tuesday evening, making Khalida Boufedeche the fourth-highest ranking official in the country.
Equatorial Guinea and Gabon resolve 50-year border dispute
Gabon and Equatorial Guinea resolved a 50-year dispute on Tuesday, signing an agreement over three tiny islands in the Gulf of Guinea.
Uganda officially Ebola-free, 42 days after last patient discharged
Authorities in Uganda declared the East Africa nation free of Ebola on Tuesday following the discharge of the country's last patient in mid-June, a delicate milestone as the virus continues to plague neighboring Congo.
Kinshasa: 'The night has its own realities' group helps impoverished children
For the past three years, Sarah Ndele and her friends have been traveling through the working-class neighborhoods of Kinshasa as part of their project “Butu nde Makambu” (“The Night Has Its Own Realities”), aiming to introduce children to art.
Mali: Senegalese president arrives for talks with junta leader
Senegalese president Bassirou Diamaye Faye has arrived in Mali for an official visit and discussions with the head of Mali's military junta.
Tunisia: Power cuts amid heatwave leave residents and businesses struggling
Tunisia is among the countries that have sweltered under internse heat in recent weeks. With the need for air conditioning mounting, the national electricity company has resorted to rolling blackouts to reduce the strain on the power grid.
UNESCO lists South Sudan's antelope migration route as world heritage in danger
The UNESCO designation is expected to boost international support for conservation and could help attract tourism and funding to protect one of Africa's most spectacular natural ecosystems.
São Tomé and Príncipe’s historic plantations added to UNESCO world heritage list
Beyond their architectural and agricultural importance, the sites also preserve the memory of thousands of workers who were brought to the islands under harsh conditions during Portuguese rule.
DRC: United Nations announces confirmed ebola cases top 3,200
The spokesman for the UN secretary general has announced that the number of confirmed cases of the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 3200, putting strain on response efforts.
UNAIDS warns funding cuts threaten progress to eliminate HIV/AIDS
UNAIDS warned Monday that global funding cuts, growing inequality and setbacks to human rights are threatening decades of progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Libya orders army to expel protesters from gas plant
The internationally-recognised government in divided Libya said it has ordered the army to regain control of a gas plant after a group of protesters forced their way in, risking a blackout.
The Comoros: Moroni residents struggle amid water shortages
In Moroni, some residents are waking up every day before dawn in the hopes of getting water from one of the few communal water points in their district.
One year after Komanda massacre, survivors call for peace and protection
Despite the trauma, daily life is gradually returning to Komanda. Markets and shops have reopened, and residents say security has improved, with increased patrols by police and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo, known as the FARDC.
Central figure of Black Art Movement Betye Saar dies aged 99
Artist Betye Saar, whose work reflects Black identity, culture and spirituality, died Sunday morning in Los Angeles at 99.
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