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The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency has ordered its officers to largely suspend vehicle stops following two fatal shootings involving its agents in Maine and Texas within the past week, according…
Qatar has laid to rest its former leader, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Father Emir who transformed the small Gulf nation into a global economic and political power. Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995…
Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates have expanded their joint digital skills program, the 5 Million Ethiopian Coders Initiative, to reach seven million participants after the project surpassed its original target…
Australia’s Labor Party is preparing for major policy debates at its national conference later this month, with artificial intelligence (AI), gambling reforms and the Middle East conflict expected to be among the key…
Australia has confirmed a new detection of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus in a wild non-migratory seabird, increasing concerns about the potential spread of the disease among wildlife. The Australian…
Norway's impressive rise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the result of decades of strategic planning, investment in infrastructure and a nationwide commitment to youth development, rather than the brilliance of one…
The Rwanda Basketball Federation (FERWABA) has lifted the one-year suspension imposed on Ntore Habimana and Axel Mpoyo Olenga after accepting their apologies and holding talks with APR Basketball Club. The decision was…
US President Donald Trump has pledged to allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, offering a significant boost to Kyiv's air defense ambitions as Russia intensifies its missile attacks across the…
Former General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, Champat Rai, has accepted his resignation without resentment and is fully supportive of reforms being introduced to strengthen the management…
The United States has carried out a second consecutive night of airstrikes against Iranian military targets, intensifying tensions in the Middle East as Iran responded with drone and missile attacks targeting US…
Rwandan genocide survivor, author and advocate Judence Kayitesi on 7 July 2026 shared her extraordinary journey of survival and healing with students and faculty at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), urging…
Ukraine has claimed responsibility for what it described as its longest-range drone strike since the start of the full-scale war, targeting Russia's largest oil refinery in the Siberian city of Omsk, about 1,700 miles…
Nigerian billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu will step down as Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) on August 21, 2026, ending a 12-year tenure that helped transform the bank into one of Africa's leading financial…
Iran concluded three days of national mourning for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with a massive funeral procession in Tehran, where millions gathered to honour the late leader and demonstrate unity following…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to urge NATO allies to provide more air defence systems at the alliance's summit in Ankara, Turkey, following a series of deadly Russian missile attacks on Kyiv that killed…
Prince Harry will no longer stay at Buckingham Palace during his visit to the United Kingdom after an offer of accommodation at the royal residence was withdrawn at the last minute, despite him formally accepting it.…
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has revealed the simple but heartfelt marriage advice that actor Adam Sandler shared while officiating the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The couple exchanged vows on…
U.S. President Donald Trump drew criticism after making several historical references during his speech marking America's 250th Independence Day celebrations on July 4, with critics arguing that some of his remarks…
The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed that the El Niño climate pattern has returned, warning that it could significantly influence global weather conditions in the coming months. According to climate…
As speculation continues around Taylor Swift’s rumoured wedding to NFL star Travis Kelce, attention has shifted beyond the ceremony itself to one of the most talked-about elements of any celebrity event: fashion. With…
In the searing heat of southern Iran, life in the port city of Bandar Abbas is slowly slipping back into familiar rhythms. Fishermen unload their catches at the docks, market stalls are once again busy with trade, and…
While blockbuster releases have dominated headlines and the box office in 2026, some of the year's finest Hindi films have earned praise through compelling storytelling rather than commercial success. Although none of…
Niger's military government is facing renewed international scrutiny after a series of arrests carried out under recently introduced laws. Human rights organizations and political observers argue that the measures…
Manchester United has started renovation work on the dugouts at Old Trafford as part of efforts to comply with new UEFA regulations for clubs competing in European competitions. The construction work began on Wednesday…