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The U.S. and Canada Are Talking Trade, but a Deal Is Not Near
The U.S. and Canada are in trade talks, but a deal does not appear close.
Finland and Norway’s leaders hold phone call with Putin, prompting Nordic split
The leaders of Finland and Norway held a 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him to end the war in Ukraine and enter meaningful negotiations. The conversation drew public criticism from Denmark and Sweden, highlighting a rare split among Nordic lea…
Gambia U-20 sail to WAFU A U-20 Africa Cup of Nations final
Gambia U-20 sail to WAFU A U-20 Africa Cup of Nations final. Covered by 2 reports from 1 sources.
Wall Street Can’t Price Anthropic’s Apocalypse
Wall Street is struggling to assess the potential fallout from Anthropic’s rapid rise and the risks around it.
DRC President Accuses Ex-Leader Kabila of Being a Rwandan Proxy
President Felix Tshisekedi accused former president Joseph Kabila of acting as a Rwandan proxy while Kabila has taken a direct role in the Rwanda-backed M23 rebellion in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Tshisekedi told lawmakers that Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame had sent …
Greenhouse gas levels hit record highs in 2025, locking in centuries of climate change: UN
The UN weather agency said greenhouse gas concentrations reached new record highs in 2025, with carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide all rising to unprecedented levels. The World Meteorological Organization said the increase will lock in long-term warming and climate impact…
Rain and thunderstorms forecast as temperatures set to drop
Rain and thunderstorms forecast as temperatures set to drop. Covered by 2 reports from 2 sources.
Carrick Remains in Charge of Manchester United After Crisis Talks
Michael Carrick remained in charge of Manchester United and led training at Carrington after senior club officials held talks over his future following Sunday’s 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth. The loss left United on an eight-match winless run and one point above the Premier Lea…
‘Blatant’ disqualified driver jailed for one month
‘Blatant’ disqualified driver jailed for one month. Covered by 2 reports from 2 sources.
Houthis Claim Missile Strikes on Saudi Ras Tanura Refinery and Defense Ministry
Yemen’s Houthi movement claimed it fired a ballistic missile at Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura oil refinery and separately struck the Saudi Defense Ministry in Riyadh. The group also said it attacked military aircraft at Najran Airport and an airbase in Khamis Mushait, struck Abha In…
DR Congo and US accelerate Grand Inga hydropower project in Paris talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo and the United States discussed accelerating the Grand Inga hydroelectric project during talks in Paris, with Congolese officials saying the engagement marks a concrete phase in the strategic partnership signed in Washington in December 2025 and …
Zelensky and Moldova's Prime Minister discuss military cooperation and joint projects
Volodymyr Zelensky met with Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tofan to discuss bilateral infrastructure projects, European integration, security issues including Transnistria, and strengthened military cooperation. The meeting also included the signing of a cooperation agreement be…
ODPP says Nairobi County never forwarded inquiry file on Eastleigh building collapse
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says Nairobi County never forwarded an inquiry file on the Eastleigh building for prosecutorial review, saying no file concerning possible wrongdoing by the developer, construction professionals or county officials has been recei…
KPA miss out on WBLA Zone Five podium after defeat to Fox Divas
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) finished fourth at the Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA) Zone Five Qualifiers after losing 102-97 to Tanzania’s Fox Divas in Kibaha. Fox Divas took third place after the hosts edged KPA in the classification match. The report also says Kenya’s E…
Eni says Kronos gas field will produce 500 million cubic feet per day after $1.8 billion in infrastructure contracts
Eni says its Kronos gas field will produce 500 million cubic feet of gas per day after the company signed $1.8 billion worth of contracts to build the infrastructure needed to extract the Cypriot gas. Guido Brusco said the gas will be sent to Egypt for processing and liquefactio…
Rassie Erasmus’ former rival Warren Gatland praises his Springboks success and mind games
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has praised Rassie Erasmus for building one of rugby’s strongest programmes, while also noting Erasmus’ reputation for provoking reactions through his media and mind-game tactics. In the interview, Gatland reflected on …
Lula Wins Brazil's Presidential Runoff and Secures a Fourth Term
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won Brazil’s presidential runoff, overturning a first-round deficit and securing a fourth non-consecutive term as president.
Mercy Masika’s ‘Becoming a Wife’ Masterclass Sparks Humorous Parodies and Memes
Mercy Masika’s upcoming masterclass on “Becoming a Wife” has prompted humorous online spin-offs, with Kenyan celebrities and content creators posting parody lessons of their own, including how to become a Manchester United fan, a good husband, a wealth educator or a well-behaved…
One Year After the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord, Cambodia’s Displaced Border Communities Remain in Focus Amid Questions Over Co…
A Phnom Penh Post opinion piece argues that one year after the Kuala Lumpur Joint Declaration, the key issue is whether Cambodia and Thailand are actually carrying out the peace accord on the ground. It says a ceasefire alone does not resolve the border dispute and raises concer…
Trump says Brazil election looked ‘rigged’ after Bolsonaro loses
Trump says Brazil election looked ‘rigged’ after Bolsonaro loses. Covered by 7 reports from 7 sources.
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