Climate change stresses cocoa crops as companies innovate new ways to grow, substitute cocoa
Climate change is putting significant stress on rainforests where the highly- sensitive cocoa bean grows. However, chocolate lovers need not...
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African heads of state arrive in Beijing for 2024 Forum on China-Africa cooperation summit
African heads of state have started arriving in Beijing ahead of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit, which...
Bangladesh floods wreak havoc, kill 52 people
The death toll from the devastating floods sweeping across South-eastern Bangladesh has reached 52, as confirmed on Thursday. These floods...
Senegal, Spain seal critical agreements on migration, crime
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Senegal warmly welcomed the President of the Government of the Kingdom of Spain, Pedro Sanchez,...
Johann Rupert overtakes Dangote, becomes Africa’s wealthiest
South Africa's Johann Rupert has overtaken Aliko Dangote to become the continent's richest man. According to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires...
WHO unveils plan to contain mpox outbreak
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday unveiled a global Strategic Preparedness and Response Plan (SPRP) to tackle human-to-human transmission...
Conte sees promising turnaround as Napoli dominates Bologna in 3-0 victory
Antonio Conte believes he has witnessed a pivotal moment for his Napoli squad following their convincing 3-0 victory over Bologna...
Zimbabwean bishop held by Nigerian immigration
Bishop Eben Nhiwatiwa of the United Methodist Church in Zimbabwe has reportedly been detained by Nigerian Immigration authorities, sparking concerns...
Jordan: Former Prime Minister calls for AI-driven educational reforms
Jordan former Prime Minister Adnan Badran has urged the nation's higher education and scientific institutions to better equip young Jordanians...
WHO urges European govts to tackle mpox, support Africa
A senior official from the UN World Health Organization (WHO) has called on European governments to demonstrate robust political commitment...
Nigerian woman arrested in India for smuggling psychotropic substances
Indian authorities have apprehended a Nigerian woman, Faith Racheal, on charges of smuggling and supplying a substantial quantity of psychotropic...
NYC public schools unveil groundbreaking PK-12 Black Studies curriculum
In a historic move, the Black Education Research Center (BERC) at Teachers College, Columbia University, and New York City Public...
Bodies of British tech mogul Lynch, daughter, others recovered from Sunken £30m superyacht
Search teams have recovered the bodies of British tech mogul Mike Lynch, his teenage daughter Hannah, and two others from...
Ukraine’s parliament votes to join international criminal court
Ukraine's parliament voted on Wednesday to join the International Criminal Court (ICC), as the nation seeks to hold Russia accountable...
Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck after two years
American singer and actress Jennifer Lopez has officially filed a divorce from Ben Affleck, ending their two-year marriage. According to...
Crocodile kills woman bathing in Indonesian river
A crocodile killed a woman bathing in a river in eastern Indonesia, police and locals said Wednesday, with villagers later...
World’s oldest person Branyas dies at 117 in Spain
Maria Branyas, celebrated as the world's oldest person, has passed away at the remarkable age of 117. Her demise, announced...
Former Argentine President Fernández faces charges for allegedly beating first lady
Former President Alberto Fernández has been charged with physically and psychologically abusing his partner, Fabiola Yañez, who served as First...
Mpox: European health authorities issue travel warnings
European health authorities are advising EU countries to issue travel warnings for regions significantly impacted by the Mpox virus. This...
Gaza: Israeli airstrike kills 18, including a family of 15
In a devastating incident early Saturday, at least 18 individuals were killed and dozens more wounded in an Israeli airstrike...
Ukrainian air force strikes strategic bridge in Russia’s Kursk region
The Ukrainian Air Force has successfully destroyed a strategically crucial road bridge in Russia's Kursk region. The attack, which targeted...
US, Senegal organize peacekeeping training to enhance global peace, stability
The US Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) has partnered with the Senegalese police and...
AfDB invests $10m in Climate Innovation Fund
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has greenlighted a $10 million junior equity investment in the...
Mandingue Community elects Mory Kouyate electoral team leader
Mory Kouyate has been elected by the Mandingue community of America to lead the team responsible for organizing the upcoming...
Wakama crowned best female basketball coach at Paris 2024 Olympics
Rena Wakama, the head coach of the senior women's national team, D'Tigress, has been awarded the title of Best Female...
Breaking: Disaster strikes São Paulo, plane crash kills 62
A Voepass airline plane carrying 62 individuals crashed on Friday, leaving authorities and rescue teams scrambling to assess the situation...
Legendary African football leader Issa Hayatou dies at 77
Issa Hayatou, the towering figure who helmed the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for nearly three decades, has passed away...
Two schoolboys among 3 shot in Orpington, police launch investigation
Three teenagers were shot in southeast London on Wednesday night. The UK Metropolitan Police confirmed that their personnel were dispatched...
OIC holds Israel responsible for assassination of Haniyeh, calls for justice, de-escalation
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) unequivocally blamed Israel for the assassination of Sheikh Ismail Haniyeh, a political leader killed...
WHO sounds alarm as mpox cases surge in Africa
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus convened an "emergency" meeting of international experts on Wednesday. As the most...
Hotel collapse kills 1 person, traps 8 under debris
A hotel in the picturesque town of Kroev, Germany, has partially collapsed near the banks of the Moselle River, resulting...
4 Chinese nationals among victims of helicopter crash in Nepal
A helicopter crash in Nepal has resulted in the loss of five lives, including four Chinese nationals. The helicopter, identified...
Thai boxer Suwannapheng clinches bronze, monetary reward at 2024 Summer Olympics
Thailand's boxing sensation Janjaem Suwannapheng faced a formidable opponent in Algeria's Imane Khelif during the women’s 66 kg semifinal match....
Tish wins world’s oldest goldfish
A goldfish named Tish has defied all expectations and lived an extraordinary 43 years, earning the title of the world’s...
UAE launches first mobile clinic to support patients
The Dubai Police Academy played host to the inauguration of the UAE's first mobile clinic dedicated to providing free consultations...
Sprinting legend Fraser-Pryce withdraws from Olympic 100m semi-final at Paris 2024
Jamaican sprint icon Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has officially withdrawn from the highly anticipated 100m semi-final on Saturday, marking a poignant moment...
US deploys more fighter jets, warships to Middle East
The United States has announced plans to deploy additional fighter jets and Navy warships to the Middle East, a strategic...
UK: SFO charges ex-Glencore traders over corruption scandal
The UK's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has taken a bold step in the fight against international corruption by charging five...
Paris Olympics under threat, bomb scare triggers stadium lockdown
A bomb scare has cast a shadow over the Paris Olympics, leading to a lockdown at the Stade de France...
Airlines grounded, rising tensions prompt major carriers to reroute flights away from Middle East
Major airlines are re-evaluating their flight paths, opting to avoid airspace over Iran and Israel following the recent targeted killings...
Regional leaders intensify pressure on Venezuela after US recognises González as president-elect
The United States recognition of opposition candidate Edmundo González as Venezuela's president-elect has intensified the political crisis in the country,...
Turkey bans Instagram, sparks outrage, concerns over censorship
The country’s information and technology regulatory body has blocked access to Instagram, raising serious questions about freedom of expression and...
Islamic preacher Anjem Choudary sentenced to life in UK court after global investigation
Notorious radical Islamist preacher Anjem Choudary has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a UK court for his pivotal role...
Arsenal secure £42m deal for Riccardo Calafiori
In a significant move for Arsenal, the club has successfully completed the signing of highly-rated defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna....
Interpol declares war on money laundering with new ‘silver notices’ initiative
In a significant move to combat the global scourge of money laundering and illicit financial flows, particularly within Africa, the...
Israeli airstrike on Gaza school kills over 30 people, injures 100+
An Israeli airstrike on a school in Deir-al Balah has resulted in the deaths of at least 30 individuals and...
Dutch Beach Volleyball player Van de Velde booed at Olympic debut
Dutch beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde faced a polarized audience during his Olympic debut at the Paris Games...
Grief, anger in Golan Heights as thousands mourn children killed in devastating rocket strike
A wave of grief and anger swept through the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights on Sunday as thousands gathered to mourn the...
Gambia, India strengthen bilateral ties for economic growth
President Adama Barrow of The Gambia and H.E. Dinkar Asthana, High Commissioner of India to The Gambia, reiterated their commitment...
Hit-and-run driver kills Irish woman, Emily Colette Daly, in Peru
In the coastal city of Trujillo in Peru, a 36-year-old Irish woman, Emily Colette Daly, lost her life in a...