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Watch: Tracing the deadly path of the Nepal-Tibet flash flood
BBC Verify traces the path of the destructive Nepal-Tibet flash flood using verified video.

Uefa preparing criminal legal action against Infantino
Uefa is pursuing criminal proceedings against Fifa president Gianni Infantino over the scrapped plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup.

The monstrous crimes of Ratko Mladic, the 'Butcher of Bosnia'
The Bosnian Serb commander led a campaign of ethnic cleansing during the Bosnian conflict.

Dame Jenni Murray died days after car crash, inquest hears
The former presenter of BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour died earlier this year, eight days after the collision.

Extra 200 police drafted in to aid force investigating wrong-way crash and fire deaths
Cleveland Police confirms it has support from six local forces and the National Crime Agency.

Jury deliberating in trial of Lindsay Clancy, US woman accused of killing her children
Prosecutors argued Clancy made a calculated decision to murder the children, while the defence argued that she was suffering from postpartum psychosis.

Man City and Aston Villa to face holders PSG - check full details of Champions League draw
European champions Paris St-Germain will face Premier League duo Manchester City and Aston Villa in the league phase of this season's Champions League.

Top Gear to return to TV four years after Flintoff crash, BBC confirms
The show was "rested" after co-host Andrew Flintoff was injured in a crash during filming in 2022.

Optimus Prime and Eeyore voice actor Peter Cullen dies
Cullen voiced the heroic Optimus Prime in the Transformers TV series and then the Hollywood films.

UK salmonella cases nearing 500 as egg investigations continue
Close to 500 people have become ill with salmonella linked to imported eggs, say UK authorities who are investigating more clusters.

Blake Lively awarded $400,000 of $8m she claimed for legal fees in Baldoni battle
A judge awards less than Lively requested to cover her legal fees to fight a defamation case he filed.

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

King 'heartbroken' by floods as search for missing, including 33 from UK, continues
Some 33 people from the UK are missing, including a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.

'My family members were swept away': Survivors describe horror
One woman says her father, mother, sister and sister's children were carried away before her eyes.

Watch: How the collapse of a glacier caused such devastation
At least 270 people have died in the massive flash floods, while more than 800 others are missing.

Collapsed glacier likely caused devastating Nepal-Tibet floods, scientists say
Preliminary investigations by scientists have pointed to a collapsed glacier as the cause, highlighting the issue of rapidly melting Himalayan ice.

A biopic, a coffee brand and dog treats among Dolly Parton's business projects still to come
"Dolly worked up until the day she died," her manager says, as her upcoming projects are revealed.

Allan Little: I met dangerously fanatical Mladić early in Bosnian war
BBC special correspondent Allan Little met the "Butcher of Bosnia" in the early months of the Bosnian war.

What the Meta settlement means for the UK, and other questions after the deal
Other social media firms are yet to respond, while the debate from campaigners is far from over.

In pictures: The dotty world of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who has died aged 97
Kusama was known for creating extraordinary immersive worlds that delighted millions of visitors.

What we should make of CIA boss's secret trip to Moscow
There is nothing routine about John Ratcliffe making a secret, 10,000-mile return dash to Moscow, writes Frank Gardner.

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

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

France relaxes strict cheese-making rules after prolonged drought
Makers of some of France's most famous cheeses get waivers on where herds graze due to the lack of grass.

Norwegians lay flowers at palace as King Harald's condition worsens
The 89-year-old's condition is described as "extremely serious" and members of his family have visited him in hospital.

Number of asylum seekers in hotels halves in a year
Figures released today by the Home Office show that there was also a fall across legal migration arrivals, asylum claims and small boat arrivals.

BBC director-general says he was not aware of 'severity' of cuts needed
Matt Brittin succeeded Tim Davie as boss of the BBC in May.

Google, Microsoft and OpenAI among 100 firms calling for better cyber defences
The letter warns cyber-attacks which use AI will become more sophisticated in a matter of months.

Teacher guilty of indecent assaults against two pupils
Sally-Anne Bowen, 65, was convicted at Harrow Crown Court of seven counts of indecent assault.

One in eight young people still out of work or education ahead of major review
Just under one million young people in the UK are not in education, employment or training (Neet).

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Has Social Media For Children Just Changed Forever?
Tech giant Meta will pay up to $18billion to settle claims its platforms harm children

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

Dolly Parton's most iconic BBC moments and timeless hits
Look back at her greatest moments with hits such as Jolene, 9 to 5 and Islands in the Stream

Man City and Aston Villa to face holders PSG in Champions League
European champions Paris St-Germain will face Premier League duo Manchester City and Aston Villa in the league phase of this season's Champions League.

Smith & Cox help England to 248-9 on truncated day one
Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox battle difficult conditions and an improved Pakistan performance to take England to a competitive total on the opening day of the second Test.

Chelsea agree £7.5m fee for Villa's Martinez
Chelsea agree a £7.5m fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.

Al Jazeera

Abbas gives Pakistan edge with four wickets against England in second test
England battled back from 80-4 at lunch to 248-9 by the end of the rain shortened first day at Lord's.

Three killed in strikes on Gaza as Israel renews threats over kite-flying
Israeli defence minister renews threat to expel Palestinians from areas where kites or balloons are being flown in Gaza.

PSG to face Barcelona, Man City and Villa in Champions League as draw made
Last season's runners-up Arsenal, will play the likes of Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund and Lille in the league phase.

Russian military serviceman killed in St Petersburg car blast
This is the latest in a series of blasts targeting military personnel and others linked to Russia's war on Ukraine.

Iran, Qatar hold Hormuz talks amid int’l hopes dialogue with US will resume
Officials review efforts being made to reduce war escalation and create 'appropriate conditions' for dialogue, Doha says

How California is preparing for Donald Trump’s midterm election scrutiny
Trump has accused the state of 'cheating'. But election officials say they are using outreach to combat misinformation.

Obituary: Ratko Mladic, war criminal convicted of Srebrenica genocide, dies
Ratko Mladic a Bosnian Serb war criminal, has died in prison aged 84.

Ex-ICE agent charged over shooting is freed by Texas authorities
Christian Castro, accused of carrying out nonfatal shooting in Minnesota, walks free after extradition lapse.

Besieged Qusra residents fear permanent Israeli presence
Israeli forces have installed three new metal gates near Palestinian homes that are under siege in Qusra.

Israeli strike kills ‘newlywed’ woman in south Lebanon, wounds others
Violence has eased since the US-Iran MoU and Israel-Lebanon framework, but Beirut still reports strikes and demolitions.

LIVE: Barcelona vs Athletic Club – La Liga
Live coverage and text updates from our commentary stream as Yamal and Raphinha look to lead Barca to consecutive wins.

Ratko Mladic, ‘Butcher of Bosnia’, dies aged 84
Ratko Mladic, the Bosnian Serb general known as the ‘Butcher of Bosnia’, has died.

UEFA asks US court for FIFA documents for criminal case against Infantino
UEFA considers ‌criminal complaint ​against Infantino over failed World Cup sell-off plans but suspends boycott threat.

Burnham’s expected UK ban on Israeli settlement goods draws broad support
A Labour lawmaker tells Al Jazeera sanctions would uphold British morals and legal obligations.

Tottenham sign Man City’s Egypt forward Omar Marmoush on season-long loan
Deal includes an obligation to make the move permanent next year, reportedly for a ⁠guaranteed $68m.

Meta’s $18bn settlement: How social platforms will change for child users
From night curfew to two-hour limit, Instagram and Facebook will introduce new features for children in the US.

War on Iran: Diplomacy intensifies
Trump talks to Al Jazeera, Qatar’s Prime Minister visits Tehran and a temporary route is agreed in the Strait of Hormuz.

Qatar PM visits Tehran as Iran faces mounting US economic pressure
Qatar’s Prime Minister met Iran’s foreign minister in Tehran as the US vowed to intensify economic pressure on Iran.

UEFA Champions League draw: 2026-27 league phase fixtures – as it happened
All our updates as teams across Europe discovered their opponents at the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League draw in Monaco.

Six months after US strike on Iran school, parents still grieve
Six months after a US missile strike on an Iranian school killed at least 170 people, most of them children.

Israeli settlers targeting Palestinian factories to force workers off land
Settler violence threatens to collapse the fragile Palestinian economy.

World Cup 2034 hosts Saudi Arabia back Infantino amid FIFA crisis
Saudi football federation says it supports Infantino's ​'efforts' as he garners support to remain in power as president.

Convicted Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladic dies
The 'butcher of Bosnia' died age 84 in a UN prison hospital in the Netherlands, the UN tribunal in The Hague confirmed.

Russia warns it could target UK in response to Kyiv firing British missiles
Foreign ministry warns against 'terrorism' of firing long-range British cruise missiles at targets in Russia.

Sri Lanka salvage draw in second Test after battling Dinusha denies India
Dinusha's 133 not out, his second century of the match and third in four innings, helps the hosts avoid defeat.

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China races to rescue 558 missing after mudslide in Xizang region as PLA, emergency teams and relief forces converge on disaster zone
Chinese authorities have mobilized rescue forces on multiple fronts after a devastating mudslide originating on the Nepalese side of the ...

China's semiconductor profits soar 18.5‑fold in Jan‑July amid 'AI‑driven computing demand, self‑reliance push'
Profits in China's integrated circuit industry surged 18.5-fold year-on-year in the first seven months of 2026, as the accelerated expansion ...

Exclusive: After revisiting desert-turned oasis in China, US educator sends message of friendship to youth of both sides
“Come to China, it is beautiful!” These were the words American teacher Ronald Sakolsky wanted to deliver most to young ...

China rejects US cyber smear; experts, firms expose persistent US APT attacks on critical infrastructure
China strongly deplores and firmly opposes the US' wrong practice of slinging mud at China under the pretext of cybersecurity, ...

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

Why we're no longer afraid of robots making fools of themselves
Zhang Gupeng

US 'joint defense' cannot deliver resilience for the Philippines
Ge Hongliang

'We must tell our own stories': Zimbabwean Minister
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8-point consensus reached during 25th round of China-India boundary talks
The 25th round of talks between the special representatives of China and India on the boundary question, which was held on Tuesday in Beijing, achieved an 8-point consensus, the Xinhua News Agency reported on Wednesday, citing press release by the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

Y-20, Wing Loong, Mi-171 deployed to support Xizang mudslide rescue efforts
Vietnamese PM vows to safeguard development interests of Chinese enterprises

Vietnamese PM vows to safeguard development interests of Chinese enterprises
Y-20, Wing Loong, Mi-171 deployed to support Xizang mudslide rescue efforts

82-year-old Chinese hurdler wins world title, shows healthier, more active image of aging: expert
“There's no way I could outrun these grandpas!” “I probably couldn't even beat the last-place finisher!” Such comments poured in from Chinese netizens after 82-year-old Chinese athlete Ding Ming won ... Chinese senior official meets with Japanese lawmakers, urges insightful figures to help steer relations onto right track Vice Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC) Lu Kang on Thursday met with a delegation of young Japanese lawmakers in ... Citizens help researchers map Shanghai's hidden wildlife, preserve biodiversity Amid the skyscrapers of Shanghai, residents armed with acoustic sensors are teaming up with researchers to track the city's hidden bat population. Zhou Xinran and her 8-year-old ...

Chinese senior official meets with Japanese lawmakers, urges insightful figures to help steer relations onto right track
82-year-old Chinese hurdler wins world title, shows healthier, active image of aging: expert “There's no way I could outrun these grandpas!” “I probably couldn't even beat the last-place finisher!” Such comments poured in from Chinese netizens after 82-year-old Chinese athlete Ding Ming won ... Vice Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC) Lu Kang on Thursday met with a delegation of young Japanese lawmakers in ... Citizens help researchers map Shanghai's hidden wildlife, preserve biodiversity Amid the skyscrapers of Shanghai, residents armed with acoustic sensors are teaming up with researchers to track the city's hidden bat population. Zhou Xinran and her 8-year-old ...

Citizens help researchers map Shanghai's hidden wildlife, preserve biodiversity
82-year-old Chinese hurdler wins world title, shows healthier, active image of aging: expert “There's no way I could outrun these grandpas!” “I probably couldn't even beat the last-place finisher!” Such comments poured in from Chinese netizens after 82-year-old Chinese athlete Ding Ming won ... Chinese senior official meets with Japanese lawmakers, urges insightful figures to help steer relations onto right track Vice Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC) Lu Kang on Thursday met with a delegation of young Japanese lawmakers in ... Amid the skyscrapers of Shanghai, residents armed with acoustic sensors are teaming up with researchers to track the city's hidden bat population. Zhou Xinran and her 8-year-old ...

China's NEV output up 30% in July, penetration rate hits 61%
China's semiconductor profits soar 18.5‑fold in Jan‑July amid 'AI‑driven computing demand, self‑reliance push'

US grid equipment ban a 'political show,' contradicts real industrial needs: experts
The US latest executive order banning certain foreign-made equipment from the US power grid has been dismissed by Chinese experts as a "political show" - one that exposes a fundamental contradiction: Washington relies heavily on Chinese-made equipment to keep its aging power grid and artificial intelligence (AI) boom ...

China opposes practice of overstretching national security concept: FM on US banning foreign equipment from US energy grid
China's semiconductor profits soar 18.5‑fold in Jan‑July amid 'AI‑driven computing demand, self‑reliance push' Profits in China's integrated circuit industry surged 18.5-fold year-on-year in the first seven months of 2026, as the accelerated expansion of the “AI+” initiative and sustained growth in computing-power demand ... China has always opposed the practice of overstretching the concept of national security and suppressing enterprises from other countries, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday, responding to ... China-Kyrgyzstan trade hits $11.7b in Jan-July as 'new three' exports, e-commerce expand Under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, China and Kyrgyzstan have maintained a steadily advancing economic and trade partnership in recent years, with bilateral cooperation delivering positive ...

China-Kyrgyzstan trade hits $11.7b in Jan-July as 'new three' exports, e-commerce expand
China's semiconductor profits soar 18.5‑fold in Jan‑July amid 'AI‑driven computing demand, self‑reliance push' Profits in China's integrated circuit industry surged 18.5-fold year-on-year in the first seven months of 2026, as the accelerated expansion of the “AI+” initiative and sustained growth in computing-power demand ... China opposes practice of overstretching national security concept: FM on US banning foreign equipment from US energy grid China has always opposed the practice of overstretching the concept of national security and suppressing enterprises from other countries, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday, responding to ... Under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, China and Kyrgyzstan have maintained a steadily advancing economic and trade partnership in recent years, with bilateral cooperation delivering positive ...

Tianjin sets up new rules, complete Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei framework for Great Wall protection
North China's Tianjin Municipality has introduced dedicated regulations to strengthen protection of the Great Wall, becoming the latest of the 15 provincial-level regions that are home to the ancient heritage ... Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ...

Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97
Tianjin sets up new rules, complete Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei framework for Great Wall protection North China's Tianjin Municipality has introduced dedicated regulations to strengthen protection of the Great Wall, becoming the latest of the 15 provincial-level regions that are home to the ancient heritage ... Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ...

Shanghai sports authority says to maintain communication with Olympic hurdles legend Liu Xiang over post-retirement arrangements
Tianjin sets up new rules, complete Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei framework for Great Wall protection North China's Tianjin Municipality has introduced dedicated regulations to strengthen protection of the Great Wall, becoming the latest of the 15 provincial-level regions that are home to the ancient heritage ... Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama dies at 97 Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese avant-garde artist, has passed away at the age of 97, local media reported Thursday. Kusama, known worldwide for her repetitive imagery of polka ... Shanghai's sports authorities said Wednesday night that it will maintain communication with Olympic champion Liu Xiang and properly handle his post-retirement arrangements, after the former Olympic hurdling champion publicly sought ...

From record-breaking teens to NCAA talent: The young Chinese athletes poised to shape Asia's sports future
With the 2026 Asian Games less than a month away, China is preparing to send a team that could offer an early glimpse of the country's next generation of sports talent. The Games, scheduled for September 19 to October 4 in Japan, come as a testing ground as ...

China-Russia team unearths fortress, rock art and elite tombs in Altai, revealing a stratified nomadic society linked to ancient China
Japanese musician Vaundy cancels Shanghai concerts on 'HORO' 2026 Asia tour

Japanese musician Vaundy cancels Shanghai concerts on 'HORO' 2026 Asia tour
China-Russia team unearths fortress, rock art and elite tombs in Altai, revealing a stratified nomadic society linked to ancient China

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Русскоговорящих хакеров заподозрили в обмане ИИ-агента SpaceX
Об этом сообщает Reuters со ссылкой на отчет Gambit Security

Трамп заявил, что Путин "не будет атаковать территорию НАТО"
Об этом глава Белого дома сказал в четверг в беседе с журналистами

Глава дипведомства Ватикана провел встречу с помощником Путина
Встреча прошла в рамках визита Пола Ричарда Галлахера в Москву

В Пензе МВД сообщило о мешающих задерживать "правонарушителей"
Из региона поступали сообщения о насильной отправке мужчин на войну

В Харькове при ударе по торговому центру есть погибший и раненые
Об этом сообщают местные власти

Россия объявила персоной нон грата сотрудника посольства Румынии
В ответ на высылку российского дипломата

Умер осужденный за геноцид в Сребренице Ратко Младич
Он скончался в следственном изоляторе в Гааге

Число погибших при пожаре на Амурском ГХК выросло до 15
Поисково-спасательные работы завершены

Во Франции автомобиль въехал в группу людей. Погибли два человека
Полицейские задержали уроженца России

В Петербурге взорвался автомобиль: погиб военнослужащий
Его жена госпитализирована с тяжелыми ранениями

Наводнение в Непале: погибли 353 человека, более 1000 пропали без вести
Среди пропавших без вести – сотни иностранцев

Суд в Армении постановил арестовать бывшего президента Роберта Кочаряна
Сам Кочарян находится в больнице

СМИ: глава ЦРУ предостерег Москву от нападения на страны НАТО
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Крупнейший в мире контейнерный перевозчик прекратил работу с портом Новороссийска
Крупнейший в мире контейнерный перевозчик Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) остановил приём новых заказов на доставку грузов в порт Новороссийска и из него. Причиной стала атака БПЛА на одно из судов компании. Как сообщило агентство Bloomberg, под удар попал контейнеровоз MSC ULSAN III. Когда это произошло, перевозчик не уточнил. Согласно данным сервиса Starboard Maritime Intelligence, изученным журналистами The Insider, судно вышло из Стамбула 22 августа и следовало на восток по...

Украинские беспилотники атаковали склады Ozon в Оренбурге и Уфе
В компании заявили, что один объект получил незначительные повреждения

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

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

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

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

Суд восстановил кандидатуру Матвеева из КПРФ на выборах в Госдуму
Его снимали с выборов за использование шрифтов Microsoft

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China: Video shows mudslide surging through Gyirong port
A flash flood swept through China’s Gyirong port on 26 August after a major disaster struck nearby Nepal. Footage shows mud and debris engulfing the border trade hub.

Former Bosnian Serb Ratko Mladic convicted of genocide dies aged 84
Mladic oversaw the killing of some 8,000 Muslim men and boys in a UN-designated “safe area” in Srebenica in 1995.

Qatar’s foreign minister visits Tehran as efforts to ease Iran-U.S. crisis continue
The visit came after the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Organization reported that an oil tanker had been hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz.

Senegal ruling party Pastef presses government over 2027 local elections
Senegal is heading toward a crucial political test, with local elections expected in January 2027.

Opposition urges African Union to intervene in Zambia's disputed election
They say the 1 September inauguration of President-elect Hakainde Hichilema will render scrutiny of the disputed vote “moot”.

South Africa: Family murder suspect Ndodana Tshuma remanded until September
The case will now return to court as South African authorities continue the process that could determine whether Tshuma is extradited to Britain to face the allegations there.

Panama Canal cuts ship traffic as El Niño threatens water supplies
The Panama Canal is set to reduce daily ship transits in September, as an unusually early dry season and lower rainfall linked to El Niño threaten water supplies.

Rescuers search for survivors follow catastrophic flash floods in Nepal
More than 1,000 people are still missing after a wall of ice, mud, and rock collapsed, sweeping through the region.

Tanzania’s political crisis deepens after VP resignation
Tanzania’s governing party expelled the vice president who resigned this week, in an act of retaliation that will further test the credentials of the East African nation as a place of relative peace and stability.

Russia’s overnight drone barrage ignites fires across Ukrainian cities
Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s Sumy and Odesa regions overnight on 27 August. At least one person was killed and seven injured, according to regional authorities.

Gamescom 2026 opens in Cologne with record exhibitors and visitors
Gamescom 2026 has opened in Cologne, bringing together developers, industry professionals and gamers for the world’s largest trade fair dedicated to computer and video games.

An endangered frog living in the middle of South Africa's Cape Town
The micro frog - or Microbatrachella capensis - is barely the size of an adult thumbnail and lives in a wetland in the middle of a horse racing track.

Death toll from Algeria wildfires rises to 12, dozens injured
Wildfires are tearing through northeastern Algeria, killing 12 people and injuring dozens.

Nepal flash flood: dramatic footage shows Rasuwa valley engulfed
Dramatic footage shows a flash flood tearing through Nepal’s Rasuwa district, killing 157 people and leaving hundreds missing.

ICC Chief Tomoko Akane vows to defend court after U.S. sanctions
Akane said she had no reason to be targeted and urged Japan, a U.S. ally and ICC member, to press Washington not to escalate the measures.

Fear and mistrust among communities undermine Ebola response efforts
Ebola is spreading in eastern DR Congo and fear and mistrust are putting response efforts at risk. Health workers say better coordination, stronger communication, and local leaders are at the heart of the response.

Ugandan forces showcase skills at military competition amid Gaza deployment row
Teams from across Uganda’s Defense Forces showcased their skills this week at the 2026 edition of the Interforces Drill Competition. The event comes amid controversy over the deployment of soldiers to the Gaza Strip, as part of the International Stabilisation Force.

Nigerian armed groups raise nearly $6 Million in ransoms, study finds
Security is expected to be a major issue in Nigeria's January elections, when President Bola Tinubu will seek a second term.

Ecowas : will the ECO finally become a reality in 2027? [Business Africa]
After more than two decades of delays, ECOWAS is once again promising to launch the single currency.

WHO confirms Uganda Ebola-free, as virus continues to spread in DRC
The World Health Organization has confirmed the end of Uganda’s Ebola outbreak, but the virus continues to spread in the DRC at a rate alarming health officials.

China tells citizens to leave Taiwan-allied Eswatini
China has told its citizens to immediately leave Eswatini, citing security risks in the African nation that is one of Taiwan's few remaining diplomatic allies.

District official charged with homicide over ferry disaster that killed 97 people
Zimbabwe police said Wednesday they had arrested a district official on criminal charges of culpable homicide after the sinking of a government-run ferry that claimed at least 97 lives.

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

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

Kenyan farmers use fertiliser made by bugs to reverse soil degradation
Redworms and black soldier fly larvae are turning organic waste into compost that is better for the soil and improves productivity.

Uganda President’s son Muhoozi announces 2031 presidential bid
Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced plans to run for president in 2031, signalling a possible bid to succeed his father, President Yoweri Museveni.

Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi resigns
Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has resigned, saying he wants to respect President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s wishes.

‘It’s the people who suffer’: Cubans decry US embargo extension
Cubans struggling with blackouts, fuel shortages and soaring prices voiced frustration after the United States extended its decades-old trade embargo on the island for another year.

China's President Xi to hold talks with Egyptian counterpart in Cairo
The two are expected to exchange views on bilateral ties and ⁠international ​and regional issues of ​common concern.

Kenyan mothers die by the hundreds in childbirth as health care remains weak
Kilifi County in Kenya saw 532 mothers die for every 100,000 live births while the national average was 355 deaths, according to the latest government data in 2022.

Iran, Oman agree temporary Strait of Hormuz corridor
Iran and Oman have agreed on a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz to allow commercial vessels to transit the strategic waterway, as Tehran dismissed U.S. claims that mines had been cleared and warned that the strait could remain closed unless its conditions are met.

Police race to respond after gangs storm Kenscoff, kidnapping dozens
Police in Haiti are scrambling to respond after armed men attacked Kenscoff, a once-peaceful community near Port-au-Prince. At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 kidnapped in one of the country’s largest mass abductions in years.

Atlantic storm Dolly not Linked to Dolly Parton's death
The next tropical storm that develops in the Atlantic this hurricane season will be named Dolly, but the timing is pure coincidence and has no connection to Dolly Parton’s death Tuesday.

Dolly Parton, country music icon,dies at 80, after a remarkable career spanning music, film and philanthropy
From a log cabin in rural Tennessee to the world's biggest stages, Dolly Parton built a career that transcended music — leaving behind a legacy of songs, stories, laughter and generosity that touched generations.

Nigeria orders manhunt after deadly mass kidnapping
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has ordered security forces to track down gunmen accused of killing dozens of people and abducting residents from four villages in Niger state.

Thousands gather in Lagos Nigeria to celebrate Prophet Muhammad’s birth
Thousands of Muslim worshippers filled the streets of Lagos on Tuesday for Eid al-Mawlid, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad with processions, prayers and religious activities. The celebration also highlighted messages of unity and peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims.

Guinea-Bissau to vote on constitution expanding presidential powers
The referendum is due to take place on August 30, followed by general elections in December. The vote is therefore being closely watched as Guinea-Bissau attempts to move from military rule back toward an elected government

Manchester United sign Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba from Brighton
The move follows the departures of Casemiro and a serious knee injury to Manuel Ugarte, leaving United looking to strengthen in midfield.

Egypt: Sufi muslims celebrate Mawlid al-Nabawi in Cairo
Holding banners and saying religious chants, hundreds of Egyptian Muslims gathered in Cairo on Tuesday to mark the birth of prophet Mohammed.

Washington urges countries to cut economic ties with Tehran
The United States launched a new campaign against Iran, seeking to block all of its potential sources of revenue and telling nations to cut economic ties with Tehran. If countries fail to do so, Washington said they will face US retaliation.

Uganda: Investigations into former Speaker of the House dropped
Ugandan authorities have announced that investigations into the former Speaker of the House, Anita Among, have been dropped. In May, Among was confined to her home in Kampala, following a corruption probe.

Madrid declares Ceuta a “national security interest”
Nearly a month on, the situation in Ceuta remains tense. Around 80,000 people crossed illegally from Morocco into the Spanish enclave. Now, Spain has declared Ceuta a “national security interest” and is creating a new coordination body bringing several authorities together.

Tanzania vice president resigns, citing president’s desire for change
Tanzania’s Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has resigned from office and announced his retirement from politics, saying he had become convinced that President Samia Suluhu Hassan wanted a different deputy.

Ethiopia bids to host Africa Cup of Nations 2028 after 52 years
Ethiopia is officially in the race to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, potentially bringing the continent’s biggest football tournament back to the country for the first time in more than 50 years.

DRC: WHO updates ebola recommendations for member states
As the Ebola outbreak continues to spread across the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organisation has updated temporary recommendations to member states.

Sudan’s short-stature footballers chase World Cup dream amid war
Sudan’s short-stature football team is battling war, displacement and limited resources as it prepares for a shot at the 2026 World Cup in Morocco. Despite the hardships, the players continue to train in Khartoum, determined to represent their country on the international stage.

Barrydale: South Africa’s small town becoming an artists’ haven
Surrounded by hiking trails, mountain passes, hot springs and antique shops, Barrydale offers attractions beyond its art scene. For now, residents say the challenge is to welcome new artists and visitors without losing the qualities that drew them there in the first place.

Zambia courts shut on final day for election challenge
For now, the closure leaves questions over whether the opposition will be able to secure judicial scrutiny of an election whose result has already become politically contested.

Sudanese Opposition rejects Burhan’s national dialogue
A major gathering of Sudanese political forces and civil society groups opposed to the war has ended in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

US urges tougher UN sanctions to pressure Sudan’s warring sides toward peace
The United States is pushing for tougher United Nations sanctions on Sudan’s warring parties, seeking to curb foreign military support and pressure the army and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to negotiate an end to a conflict that has killed at least 59,000 people and displaced some 13 million.