What is PHP and why did it spark an international cyber-security alert?
AI uncovered long-hidden programming flaws, triggering a rare global cyber-security response.
Barclays cutting 5,000 jobs as it increases reliance on AI
The bank says it is using more AI leading to a 5% reduction in its workforce.
Russell Brand accuser said alleged rape 'really hurt', court hears
The friend of a woman claiming to have been raped by Russell Brand says she said he was "quite aggressive".
Tougher punishments for criminals who refuse to attend sentencing backed by victim's family
The aunt of Zara Aleena says the new powers for judges will "rebalance the power" from offender to victim.
Police investigate Married at First Sight Australia after 'inappropriate' allegations
New South Wales Police say inquiries took place "following a report of inappropriate content being shared".
Two storms in two days as Austen and Boelo head for UK
The Met Office has named a new storm, Boelo, which is set to bring another round of stormy weather to the UK over the weekend.
How Arab parties could hold critical balance of power in Israeli election
Disaffection has often driven down turnout among Arab Israelis, but there is a strong push to get rid of the right-wing governing coalition.
Rosenberg: Russia agrees to Ukraine talks but sees little to talk about in new peace push
President Vladimir Putin does not feel under pressure right now to end the war, the BBC's Russia Editor writes.
Dame Judi Dench: 'I can't do a play, a film or read any more'
The actress tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme about how her eye condition has affected her life.
Airbnb hosts can no longer make guests strip beds and wash dishes under new rules
The updated policy will apply to all reservations booked on the accommodation site on or after 20 November.
Retired decorator's Pokémon cards sell for £1.5m after years in attic
He says he found treasure in his attic where the collection had been stored for 15 years.
The real reasons there are so few young politicians in the US
No country for young men and women: why do older politicians seem to have such a tight grip on the US political system?
Chronic UTIs affect millions in the UK - these women are out to end the stigma
Women are sharing their experiences with chronic urinary tract infections on social media in an effort to break the stigma surrounding UTIs.
Zoe Kleinman: PHP is the cyber equivalent of an unexploded bomb
It has been a dramatic, public and global response, but the cyber event hasn't happened yet.
Better weather, pay, more opportunities: Why graduates are ditching the UK to move abroad
With graduate jobs hard to come by, more young adults are reported to be considering emigrating.
Is the UK set to green-light a huge untapped oil field in the North Atlantic?
Scotland editor James Cook visits Rosebank - the UK's largest known untapped oilfield - in the North Atlantic.
Some New Yorkers back ban on horse-drawn carriages, but drivers fear for incomes
As councillors prepare to banish the vehicles, views in Central Park are divided over the 160-year-old tradition.
Japan is known for world-class events - but the Asian Games were chaotic
Hotel chaos, transport mishaps and diplomatic blunders cast a spotlight on organisers and the firm hired to deliver the games.
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At least four dead after storm brings flooding to southern France
The deaths include two women found drowned in a cellar in the Bouches-du-Rhône region.
MI5 spied on NHS founder Nye Bevan for more than 20 years, newly released files show
He came to its attention in the 1930s when he was considered a left-wing firebrand.
Katie Price's ex not guilty of raping girl, 13
Kieran Hayler had denied rape, sexual assault and sexual activity with a child at his trial.
First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say
The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October.
Moment man rescued from sinking car by Australian TV reporter
Journalist Will Murray describes how he and a bystander saved an SUV driver from his vehicle.
Only one female scientist named in GCSEs, research finds
A new study finds Rosalind Franklin is the only woman named in Key Stage 4 science specifications.
Legendary video game studio BioWare closes after 31 years
The influential studio that made Mass Effect and Dragon Age announces it is closing its doors.
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Vickery's journey from World Cup winner to bodybuilder at 50
Why England Rugby World Cup winner Phil Vickery has started entering bodybuilding competitions at the age of 50.
'Not what a captain should be' - the debate around Fernandes' outburst
Bruno Fernandes' comments after Manchester United's humbling by Como have got fans and pundits talking - but what now for the captain?
Goal, assist... goal-kick - Kane underlines Ballon d'Or credentials
Why Declan Rice backs his England team-mate Harry Kane to win the Ballon d'Or after Arsenal's draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Head out as South Africa sense opening to beat Australia - scorecard
Latest scorecard from the second Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha.
Tour de France UK stages in detail - where can you watch?
The full route for the 2027 Tour de France is announced in Paris, with street-by-street details of the six stages in the UK revealed.
What is the Turkiye-Libya maritime deal, and why are the EU, Egypt opposed?
Eastern Libya’s parliament backs a sea border pact with Ankara, a shift that analysts say redraws Libya’s alliances.
France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk
Until now, the virus was considered non-transferable to humans, making the patient the first documented human case.
Southeast Asia’s toxic haze spurs calls for legal action against polluters
ASEAN's consensus-driven approach and a lack of enforcement mechanisms make legal action difficult, experts say.
Trump praises man who punched protester at rally in South Carolina
US President Donald Trump praised a man who punched a protester at a midterm election rally held in South Carolina.
US ambassador to Turkiye: Rethinking US role in the Middle East
Tom Barrack says Washington's relationship with the Middle East needs to change from one of control to one of support.
Is Neha Bora, India’s new red star, Modi’s real Gen Z threat?
Firebrand student leader has become face of the youth protest movement taking on Modi's Hindu majoritarian government.
Michigan Senate debate: Key takeaways from El-Sayed, Rogers clash
El-Sayed and Rogers also tackle immigration in Michigan while Kansas candidates spar over Ukraine.
Israeli forces kill disabled man in southern Syria raid, state media says
Civilian with a disability shot dead during raid in Jamla, in western Deraa countryside, SANA reports.
Can European leaders fix the cost-of-living crisis?
Anger over housing, wages and public services tests European governments facing debt pressures and looming elections.
Russia and Ukraine trade attacks despite pledging to resume peace talks
Overnight attacks on Kyiv injured 15 people, while two were injured in Moscow as Russia said it intercepted 163 drones.
Brazil’s president appeals to undecided voters ahead of run-off
Brazil’s two presidential candidates Lula and Bolsonaro are trying to win over the 30 million voters.
‘Facebook’s wrongdoing’: Why has Meta been fined $25bn in New Mexico?
The tech giant has been accused of misleading users regarding data privacy linked to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
Fighting rages in Yemen’s Taiz as UN warns nearly 260,000 displaced
Yemen's government forces launched hundreds of strikes on Houthi locations, a spokesperson says.
Israeli elections: Is it just right wing versus right?
Benjamin Netanyahu’s opponents are promising a change to Israeli politics, but are their policies really that different?
Bill Clinton quotes Quran and condemns anti-Muslim rhetoric
Former US President Bill Clinton quoted the Quran during a speech in Florida condemning discrimination against Muslims.
Russian strikes hit Kyiv after Witkoff meets Putin
Ukraine says 'appeasement' will not end war as Russian attacks kill 1, injure 22 in its capital.
Can Russia broker a new US-Iran deal?
Russia’s nuclear expertise, close ties with Tehran and negotiation experience could give Moscow an edge as a mediator.
Angel Reese shines again as Dream down Valkyries to lead WNBA Finals
Atlanta's Reese has become the only woman in history to record consecutive double-doubles in three WNBA Finals games.
Meta faces Australian lawsuit over alleged social media harm to children
Class action could be first in Australia to blame social media for harming its users.
Wrong national anthems played three times at Asian Para Games in Japan
The Iranian national anthem was played for athletes from Taiwan and Mongolia, prompting Nagoya's mayor to apologise.
In Israel election, Palestinian citizens weigh fear against disillusionment
With vote at knife’s edge, Palestinian citizens weigh principle against strategic voting in system stacked against them.
US universities are failing to protect victims of sexual assault
The Cornell case shows how university bureaucracy discourages complaints and shields institutions.
China edge USA to women’s team gold at Gymnastics World Championships
China finished 0.233 points ahead of the Americans, denying them a chance to win an eighth consecutive team gold.
Cookies and weapons: Women in Yemen’s Taiz find ways to help the city’s defence
Amid growing threats, a grassroots aid effort has transformed into an initiative to get more ammunition to the front.
Man United’s Carrick not worried about his job despite ‘unacceptable’ loss
'I have not given my own position any thought', Carrick said after United's 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League.
Xi calls for new achievements on new Long March
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday called for new achievements on the new Long March as China commemorates the 90th ...
China's activities in the Arctic are in line with international law: FM on EU's new Arctic strategy hyping security concerns over China
The Arctic concerns the overall interests of the international community, and the rights and freedoms of all countries to carry ...
US envoy's push for Seoul to play a proactive regional role while hyping 'China threat' rhetoric aims to shift alliance burden: expert
The US Ambassador to South Korea on Wednesday highlighted the need for Seoul to play a proactive role in ...
Unitree unveils H2-X 'Kung Fu Legend Guardian,' sparking discussion on humanoid robots serving as security guards
Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics unveiled new H2-X humanoid robot “Kung Fu Legend Guardian” on Wednesday. The humanoid robot showcases ...
GT Voice: Chip export boom reveals deepening China-South Korea complementarity
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China-initiated Luban Workshops empower global youth with practical skills
At an automotive industrial park in north China's Tianjin Municipality, Egyptian students Abdelrahman Ayman Zaky and Adham Ayman are gaining hands-on experience in new energy vehicle (NEV) chassis systems alongside their Chinese peers. Having acquired vocational skills at an Egyptian Luban Workshop, the two came ...
China, Greece can draw on ancient civilizations to tackle modern challenges: Greek culture minister
Metamorphosis of a city that coal built, and nearly buried
Metamorphosis of a city that coal built, and nearly buried
China, Greece can draw on ancient civilizations to tackle modern challenges: Greek culture minister
Extended-stay travel gains ground among China's older people
On a recent autumn morning in Xiongcun Village in east China's Anhui Province, Bi Sheng sipped coffee in his small studio while answering emails. A short walk ... China makes significant progress in climate action, charts green path China has achieved significant results in tackling climate change in recent years, gradually forging a green and low-carbon development path, a senior environment official said on Wednesday. ... China Pavilion opens at UN biodiversity conference in Armenia The China Pavilion at the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations (UN) Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) opened in the capital of Armenia. ...
China makes significant progress in climate action, charts green path
Extended-stay travel gains ground among China's older people On a recent autumn morning in Xiongcun Village in east China's Anhui Province, Bi Sheng sipped coffee in his small studio while answering emails. A short walk ... China has achieved significant results in tackling climate change in recent years, gradually forging a green and low-carbon development path, a senior environment official said on Wednesday. ... China Pavilion opens at UN biodiversity conference in Armenia The China Pavilion at the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations (UN) Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) opened in the capital of Armenia. ...
China Pavilion opens at UN biodiversity conference in Armenia
Extended-stay travel gains ground among China's older people On a recent autumn morning in Xiongcun Village in east China's Anhui Province, Bi Sheng sipped coffee in his small studio while answering emails. A short walk ... China makes significant progress in climate action, charts green path China has achieved significant results in tackling climate change in recent years, gradually forging a green and low-carbon development path, a senior environment official said on Wednesday. ... The China Pavilion at the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations (UN) Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17) opened in the capital of Armenia. ...
Financial Street Forum in Beijing emphasizes legal safeguards for cross-border finance, Belt and Road cooperation
Payments rise as China's major shopping promotion season starts
Payments rise as China's major shopping promotion season starts
Financial Street Forum in Beijing emphasizes legal safeguards for cross-border finance, Belt and Road cooperation
APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting closes with practical outcomes
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Finance Ministers' Meeting closed in Hong Kong on Wednesday, with a series of practical outcomes delivered, according to China's Ministry of Finance. The meeting reviewed and adopted the 2026 APEC Finance Ministers' Joint Statement and the Policy Statement on Digital ...
China unveils insurance sector development roadmap during 2026-2030 at Financial Street Forum
Unitree unveils H2-X 'Kung Fu Legend Guardian,' sparking discussion on humanoid robots serving as security guards Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics unveiled new H2-X humanoid robot “Kung Fu Legend Guardian” on Wednesday. The humanoid robot showcases a range of martial-arts-style movements in the official demonstration video, ... China's insurance industry has outlined three major priorities for high-quality development during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030) to support economic and social development, deepen reform and opening-up, and strengthen ... foreign institutions eye panda bonds as renminbi green financing gains appeal: financial expert foreign institutions are expressing interest in issuing panda bonds in China, reflecting growing confidence in the country's financial opening-up, green financial system and cross-border investment and financing channels, ...
More foreign institutions eye panda bonds as renminbi green financing gains appeal: financial expert
Unitree unveils H2-X 'Kung Fu Legend Guardian,' sparking discussion on humanoid robots serving as security guards Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics unveiled new H2-X humanoid robot “Kung Fu Legend Guardian” on Wednesday. The humanoid robot showcases a range of martial-arts-style movements in the official demonstration video, ... China unveils insurance sector development roadmap during 2026-2030 at Financial Street Forum China's insurance industry has outlined three major priorities for high-quality development during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030) to support economic and social development, deepen reform and opening-up, and strengthen ... foreign institutions are expressing interest in issuing panda bonds in China, reflecting growing confidence in the country's financial opening-up, green financial system and cross-border investment and financing channels, ...
Red tourism thrives in Liupan Mountain, China's Ningxia
A drone photo taken on Sept. 18, 2026 shows a view of a revolution-themed tourism area in Longde County of Guyuan City, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. The Liupan ... China edges US for first women's team world gymnastics title in 20 years China edged the United States by 0.233 points to claim its first women's team title in 20 years at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships here on Wednesday. In pics: 2026 Beijing China Art International Fair A visitor views artworks at the 2026 Beijing China Art International Fair in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 20, 2026. With a theme of "Cultural Heritage Bridges Life to a ...
China edges US for first women's team world gymnastics title in 20 years
Red tourism thrives in Liupan Mountain, China's Ningxia A drone photo taken on Sept. 18, 2026 shows a view of a revolution-themed tourism area in Longde County of Guyuan City, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. The Liupan ... China edged the United States by 0.233 points to claim its first women's team title in 20 years at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships here on Wednesday. In pics: 2026 Beijing China Art International Fair A visitor views artworks at the 2026 Beijing China Art International Fair in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 20, 2026. With a theme of "Cultural Heritage Bridges Life to a ...
In pics: 2026 Beijing China Art International Fair
Red tourism thrives in Liupan Mountain, China's Ningxia A drone photo taken on Sept. 18, 2026 shows a view of a revolution-themed tourism area in Longde County of Guyuan City, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. The Liupan ... China edges US for first women's team world gymnastics title in 20 years China edged the United States by 0.233 points to claim its first women's team title in 20 years at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships here on Wednesday. A visitor views artworks at the 2026 Beijing China Art International Fair in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 20, 2026. With a theme of "Cultural Heritage Bridges Life to a ...
A sweeter deal for Guangxi's sugarcane
The golden-yellow liquid carries a delicate fruity fragrance. A sip brings a tangy-sweet burst to the palate. Yet few would guess the vinegar beverage is made from sugarcane, as some companies in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region find new uses for a crop long associated with sugar ...
After rescued seal twice refuses to leave, authorities seek ways to keep him, without interference
China's first fully AI-generated feature film to hit cinemas on Friday
China's first fully AI-generated feature film to hit cinemas on Friday
After rescued seal twice refuses to leave, authorities seek ways to keep him, without interference
Нетяньяху обвинил Дугина в распространении антисемитизма на Западе
И создании сети антиизраильских ботов
Суд оставил в силе приговоры журналистам по делу о связи с ФБК
Им дали по 5,5 лет колонии
Украина и Россия обменялись телами погибших
Предыдущий обмен был в сентябре
Суд в РФ приговорил 77-летнего крымчанина к 18 годам заключения
Владимира Ананьева считают виновным в подготовке покушения на Аксёнова
Мосгорсуд оставил политолога Александра Кынева в СИЗО до 24 ноября
Апелляция на арест отклонена
Евросоюз ищет переговорщика для диалога с Путиным
Среди кандидатов – президент Финляндии Александр Стубб
HRW: "Африканский корпус" и военные Мали пытают местных жителей
В том числе током и утоплением
Трамп: возможно, завершение войны ближе, чем когда-либо
В Кремле тоже заявили о продвижении к нему
В результате российских ударов погибли четыре человека
В Киеве, Донецкой и Харьковской областях погибли четыре человека, десятки ранены.
Украинские удары по РФ: в Серпухове атаковано военное предприятие
Власти Москвы, Курской и Липецкой областей сообщили о четырех пострадавших
Российский ракетный удар по Киеву: 1 погибший, более 20 раненых
Был атакован также Харьков
В Германии протестуют против поставок урана из России
Активисты требуют прекратить сотрудничество с "Росатомом"
Новый российский удар по Киеву. Есть пострадавшие
В течение дня Россия наносила удары по украинским городам. Есть убитые и раненые.
В Москве задержали бывшего депутата Госдумы от КПРФ Олега Михайлова
По делу об оправдании терроризма
В России с начала года разбились не менее пяти военных самолётов
Последний 21 октября – Су-30 под Калининградом
Из-за уязвимостей в языке программирования PHP в ряде стран временно отключают сайты
Ошибки могут позволить хакерам удалённо взламывать серверы без авторизации
Российский удар по Славянску. Пятеро раненых, включая детей
Славянск входит в "пояс крепостей" - укрепленную череду городов на севере Донецкой области, к которым пытаются приблизиться российские войска.
Военную разведку России обвинили в атаке на грузовой самолёт в ФРГ
Диверсия в аэропорту Лейпцига стала частью кампании против стран НАТО
Сейм Польши поддержал смягчение законодательства об абортах
Депутаты проголосовали за частичную декриминализацию операции
Встреча Путина и Уиткоффа. Что известно о результатах
Переговоры России с Украиной и США по вопросу о прекращении войны могут начаться в ноябре
South Africa water crisis: Over 500 fall ill amid contamination fears
Over 500 people in South Africa have fallen ill from a gastrointestinal illness that causes stomach cramps and diarrhea, which authorities are blaming on poor water quality in two different cities in the country.
Australia: Bystanders dive into floodwaters to save trapped driver
Two men plunged into raging floodwaters in Queensland, Australia, to save a driver from a sinking four-wheel-drive on Thursday. The dramatic rescue ended in an emotional embrace.
Defence seeks acquittal of doctor in death of Argentina's Maradona
A lawyer for neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, says he has been made a scapegoat, rejecting the argument that the player's death was foreseeable.
Second Tanzanian opposition figure faces death penalty after treason charges
A senior opposition official in Tanzania is facing the death penalty after being charged with treason. John Pambalu is a member of Chadema national council and a former leader of the party’s youth wing.
Former head Nigerian public health confident Ebola can be contained
Ex-NCDC chief, Abdulsalami Nasidi, says funding and committment from the presidency will be key in controlling a possible spread of the virus.
'Deplorable': Belgium condemns ex-DRC leader Kabila's launch of political-military group
Ten days after former Congolese President Joseph Kabila launched a new political-military movement, Belgium has condemned the decision as “deplorable, incomprehensible and unacceptable.”
Illegal gold mining: Who profits from Africa’s gold smuggling? [Business Africa]
Illegal gold mining: Who profits from Africa’s gold smuggling? [Business Africa]
Serbia: Student protesters flood Belgrade ahead of snap elections
Cheers, music and waving flags greeted students arriving in Belgrade from across Serbia on Wednesday, as thousands gathered ahead of a final rally before this weekend's snap parliamentary elections.
Egypt will 'defend Saudi territory' and won't attack Yemen, Sisi says
Egypt’s proposed military support for Saudi Arabia is aimed at defending the Gulf kingdom and will not involve an attack on Yemen, President Sisi said on Wednesday. Sisi has asked parliament to authorize support for Riyadh and its war against Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels “if requested.”
'This war must end': UN and Swiss officials hold talks on Sudan conflict
On Wednesday the UN special envoy for Sudan, Pekka Haavisto, and Swiss officials opened a new meeting of regional and global powers to help flesh out a plan toward ending the war in Sudan.
Yemen: Tanks fire as fighting erupts on the outskirts of Taiz
Tanks and gunfire mark renewed clashes on the outskirts of Taiz. Inside the Yemeni city, mounting rubbish and blocked roads are raising concerns about public health.
Greece: Thousands flood Athens streets in education protest
Thousands of protesters marched through Athens on Wednesday 21 October, demanding greater investment in education. Crowds filled the streets of the capital, waving banners, chanting slogans and beating drums as they made their way past the Greek parliament.
Tshuma court proceedings delayed pending mental health evaluation
A mental health evaluation has delayed two court appearances for Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, wanted by British police over the killings of his wife and two daughters.
Tunisia jails 10 environmental activists over anti-pollution protests in Gabes
A Tunisian court has sentenced ten environmental activists over a protest against pollution linked to a major phosphate-processing plant in the southern coastal city of Gabes.
Burundi marks 33 years since Ndadaye’s assassination amid concerns over democracy
Burundi has commemorated the 33rd anniversary of the assassination of former President Melchior Ndadaye, with tributes to the slain leader renewing debate over the state of democracy in the country.
Art as dialogue: Kokou Ferdinand Makouvia at the Lyon Biennale
The Biennale of Contemporary Art in the French city of Lyon is one of the most important international events for the art scene. Part of this year's edition is "Ontology of projected movement", a singular project by the Togolese artist Kokou Ferdinand Makouvia.
South Africa cuts fuel taxes as pump prices hit record highs
South Africa is stepping in to ease the fuel-price crisis, announcing billions of rand in tax relief as motorists and commuters struggle with record pump prices.
Yemen: 75 new recruits killed in Houthi missile strike laid to rest
A mass funeral was held Wednesday for 75 new recruits killed earlier this week in a Houthi missile strike in southern Yemen that was the deadliest attack since the resurgence of fighting in the Yemen civil war over the summer.
French tourism sector concerned about impact as more protests planned
Images of the riots, which began as peaceful student protests before getting out of control, were posted and broadcast around the world.
Pix of the Day, 21st October, 2026 - Across the world
Pix of the Day, 21st October, 2026 - Across the world
Ivory Coast: 12 charged over gendarme’s killing amid lingering election tensions
One year after deadly election-related violence in Ivory Coast, twelve people have been charged and remanded in custody over the killing of a gendarme.
Prized wild pepper at risk in Madagascar's shrinking forests
Madagascar's forests are at risk. Since 1990, they've shrunk by more than a quarter. A rare wild pepper is contributing to their decline. Growing on vines that reach into the forest canopy, Voatsiperifery commands up to 200 euros a kilo. Harvesters tear down trees in order to reach it.
Nigeria’s Dangote group buys stake in Kenya’s oil pipeline network
The announcement by industrialist Aliko Dangote, comes weeks after he laid the foundation stone for an oil refinery in Kenya's Lamu port.
Russia frees jailed American as Putin meets US envoy for Ukraine talks
A major development in US-Russia relations. Russia has released retired American teacher Stephen Hubbard, imprisoned on charges of fighting as a mercenary in Ukraine.
UN warns against premature exit of peacekeepers from Central African Republic
The Security Council heard that deadly violence continues in the east despite the disarmament of nearly 2,000 fighters. and the gradual completion of the latest electoral cycle.
Nigeria's first ebola case sparks shock and urgent concern nationwide
Nigerian authorities are racing to trace contacts after a diplomat was declared the country’s first Ebola case. The patient reportedly arrived in Abuja from Uganda on October third, sparking shock and urgent concern nationwide.
Is Macky Sall preparing for a political comeback in Senegal?
Will Senegal's former president Macky Sall return to national politics now that he has stepped back from a potential role at the United Nations? The question is stirring debate in Senegal.
FIFA suspends Egypt's head coach over criticism of World Cup referee
Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan has been handed a three-match suspension by football's governing body FIFA for criticizing a referee during the 2026 World Cup.
Gambia to compensate Jammeh victims with $2.5m from mansion sale
Yahya Jammeh is accused of presiding over the murder of political opponents, disappearances, rape, and torture during his 22-year rule.
United Nations condemns drone strikes on civilians and infrastructure in Sudan
The comments come as South Sudan says more than 150 people were killed in a strike in the disputed Abyei border region.
Nigeria confirms first Ebola case as outbreak spreads across Africa
Nigeria's latest case marks the country's first recorded Ebola infection since 2014, raising concerns about further transmission as public health teams work to identify and monitor potential contacts
Senegalese workers protest rising living costs ahead of three-day general strike
The mobilisation comes as Senegal prepares to host the Youth Olympic Games, adding pressure on authorities to address the unions’ demands as workers threaten further disruption.
Burkina Faso reinstates death penalty: Justice ministry
The last recorded execution in Burkina Faso took place in 1988. The decision marks a significant shift in the country’s criminal justice system and raises renewed questions about human rights and the use of capital punishment.
Nigeria records first Ebola case of Africa's latest outbreak
Nigeria has recorded its first Ebola case of Africa's latest outbreak, in a woman who had travelled from Uganda to the capital Abuja, the government confirmed on Tuesday.
Orchestra Baobab keeps Senegal’s musical legacy alive
More than 50 years after it formed, Senegalese band Orchestra Baobab is still getting audiences dancing and is now counting on a new generation of musicians to carry on its legacy. The Afro-Cuban and west African fusion group is about to release "Made in Senegal," its first album in nearly ten years
Woman, 65, killed in shark attack at South African beach
A 65-year-old woman has died after being attacked by a shark while swimming at a popular beach in South Africa's Eastern Cape province.
Ethiopia PM warns Eritrea of 'severe consequences' if supports enemies
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed warned Eritrea on Monday that it faces "severe consequences" if it continues to support rebels in his country
South Africa's former deputy police chief facing sexual offenses denied bail
Shadrack Sibiya faces multiple charges, including the alleged rape of an 18-year-old, human trafficking, and sexually grooming a 16-year-old.
Egypt road crash leaves 13 dead and 34 injured after a bus collides with a truck
State media says a large truck collided with a tour bus on the Cairo-Asyut Western Desert Road, west of Cairo.
Egypt parliament delays debate on possible Saudi military support
Egypt's parliament on Monday delayed a debate on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's request to authorise military support for Saudi Arabia until next week, state media reported, after an emergency session ended without a decision a day earlier.
Protesters target Meta office in Brazil over alleged political bias
A group protested against tech giant Meta in front of the company’s office in São Paulo on Monday over its alleged interference in Brazil’s elections.
More than 40 civilians killed in Mali attack blamed on Islamic State
Community leaders in the north-eastern Menaka region have blamed the killings on the Islamic State Group.
African Americans return to Ghana to honour ancestors lost to slavery
At the Nkyinkyim Museum in Nuhalenya, near Ada, African Americans and other members of the diaspora have gathered for a three-day ancestral veneration ceremony honouring those whose names and stories were lost across generations
France: Paris imposes overnight curfew after wave of rioting
Earlier on Monday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu called for curfews that would be “very limited” and “localized”, signalling a targeted approach to restoring order.
Mozambique's Samora Machel honoured 40 years after his death in a plane crash
The late president and freedom fighter died when the plane he was travelling in crashed in the then-apartheid South Africa.
DR Congo: $700m in Ebola aid unaccounted for as outbreak spreads
Africa's top public health agency and Congolese officials have raised concerns over $700 million in Ebola aid that is unaccounted for and called on aid groups to provide more information about their finances.
Senegal debt crisis: Sonko warns G20 plan could backfire
Sonko says the country’s problem is one of cash flow and repayment timing, not necessarily the amount of debt owed. He has warned that the process could reach a political deadlock if the government fails to take what he considers a more practical approach.
Haitian gangs target foreign troops in biggest attack on new force
Four soldiers from El Salvador have been missing since Sunday when they were seen fleeing their burning armoured vehicle near Port-au-Prince.
US raises Kenya travel advisory over Ebola and security concerns
US raises Kenya travel advisory over Ebola and security concerns
Rwandan Kagame critic Robert Kabera found beheaded in Uganda
A former Rwandan soldier who became a prominent critic of President Paul Kagame has been found beheaded in Uganda, raising fresh concerns about the safety of Rwandan opposition figures living in exile.
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