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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will file charges against a man who groped her during a public appearance in Mexico City. Mobile phone footage from Tuesday shows Sheinbaum speaking to supporters near the…
At least 33 people have been killed in clashes between herders and farmers in southwestern Chad, a local official and a traditional leader said on Wednesday. Deadly confrontations between the two groups are common in…
The Rwanda Football Federation (FERWAFA) has officially opened its long-awaited four-star hotel after 11 years of construction. The facility was inaugurated by hosting the Rwanda U17 national football team, which is…
The United States has called on the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the AFC/M23 coalition to honor the commitments made during the Doha peace talks in Qatar, emphasizing the importance of…
The Vice Chancellor of East African University Rwanda (EAUR), Prof. Kabera Callixte, has urged graduates to adopt a mindset that transforms challenges into opportunities that can drive both personal and national…
Former Australian Member of Parliament Gareth Ward has been sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of raping two young men. The 44-year-old was jailed in July 2025 after a court found him guilty of…
Ukraine has confirmed that Russia has used the controversial 9M729 ground-launched cruise missile banned under the former Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty at least 23 times since August, raising deep…
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will reduce its refugee admissions cap to 7,500 next year, the lowest level in the nation’s history. The decision, published Thursday in the Federal Register,…
Seventeen-year-old Victorian cricketer Ben Austin has died after being struck on the neck by a ball during a training session. Austin, who played for the Ferntree Gully Cricket Club, was hit during practice on October…
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed to open what they described as “a new chapter of partnership and trust” following high-level talks in Busan, South Korea. The two leaders met on…
In a move that could mark a dramatic shift in global nuclear policy, U.S. President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to begin testing nuclear weapons “on an equal basis” with Russia and China. The announcement…
As more nations embrace the Moroccan Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara, the long-standing dispute between Morocco and Algeria has reached a decisive turning point. The Moroccan plan, viewed by many observers as the most…
Hundreds of protesters filled the streets of central Seoul on Saturday, voicing contrasting messages as South Korea braces for a high-stakes diplomatic week. One group near the US embassy chanted “No Trump!” while…
A power outage briefly interrupted President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s State of the Nation Address in Zimbabwe’s Parliament on Tuesday, forcing him to continue his speech under flashlight. The incident occurred on October…
Hurricane Melissa, now classified as a Category 5 storm, has become the most powerful hurricane of the year so far, churning slowly across the Caribbean Sea as it heads toward Jamaica. Meteorologists warn that Melissa…
Cameroon’s long-serving President Paul Biya has won another seven-year term after securing 53.66% of the vote, the Constitutional Council said on Monday. The election, held on Oct. 12, featured 12 candidates, including…
At least four people have been killed in Cameroon during clashes between security forces and supporters of opposition leader Issa Tchiroma, who claims victory in the country’s recent presidential election. The violence…
A severe storm with heavy rainfall and strong winds swept across Brisbane, Queensland, on Sunday, October 26, 2025, causing widespread damage in several neighbourhoods, particularly in the south-western parts of the…
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Busan, South Korea. The highly anticipated meeting is expected to focus on…
If you’re looking for something new to watch this weekend, here are five of the latest and most talked-about films released between September and October 2025. From intense drama to thrilling action and creative…
As the weekend begins, many people look forward to unwinding and enjoying leisure activities. However, it's important to remember that managing your finances doesn't pause on Saturdays and Sundays. In fact, weekends…
Residents of Russia’s Belgorod region are living through growing fear and darkness as Ukrainian drone and missile attacks intensify, triggering blackouts and air-raid sirens almost daily. Once largely shielded from the…
At least 31 people were killed after a tanker truck carrying gasoline exploded in the Bida area of Niger State, north-central Nigeria, police said. Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun said the explosion occurred on…
The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned gambling advertisements featuring Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton and the Chelsea Football Club logo due to concerns they could appeal to children. The ruling…