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Paralympic organisers in France postpone triathlon over water quality

Despite a $1.5 billion upgrade to improve the Paris sewerage and water treatment system the Seine has been dogged by pollution concerns.

Tragedy hits Zuma-led party as supporters killed in crash

The accident occurred when the group was travelling to the event in Nkandla in Kwa-Zulu Natal province.

Brazil starts block on social network X after court order

The social network is largely inaccessible on both the web and through its mobile app.

Live Updates: Gaza death toll nears 40,700 as Israel kills 89 Palestinians

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 330th day, has killed at least 40,602 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,855 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o

Live Updates: 14 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on central, south Gaza

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 330th day, has killed at least 40,602 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,855 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o

Mpox outbreaks can be contained within six months: WHO

The agency's first shipment of vaccines is expected to arrive in Congo, the country with the highest number of cases, in the coming days.

Putin to visit ICC signatory Mongolia despite arrest warrant

International criminal court issued a warrant for Putin's arrest in 2023 making Mongolia bound to comply with the court's demands.

Elon Musk’s X risks suspension in Brazil

Elon Musk’s X says  it expects to be shut down in Brazil after missing a court deadline.

Live Updates: Five Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli attacks across Gaza

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 329th day, has killed at least 40,602 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,855 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o

Napoli sign Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku

Italian football club Napoli have signed Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku.

Paris lights up in colourful Paralympics opening ceremony

The iconic Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées served as the stage for the groundbreaking event.

Live Updates: US support to Israel obstructing Gaza ceasefire — Hamas

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 328th day, has killed at least 40,602 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,855 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o

Live Updates: Israeli opposition parties agree to oust Netanyahu amid Gaza war

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 328th day, has killed at least 40,534 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,778 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o

Real Madrid 'not worried' over Mbappe's goalless start

Mbappe joined as a free agent from Paris St Germain in June, bringing an end to a transfer saga that had rumbled on for years.

The UK keeps missing the mark on anti-Muslim hate

Mainstream media and politicians keep referring to recent violence in the UK as 'race riots.' To tackle the issue, we need to see anti-Islam sentiments as different from racism and address both separately.

Davido and Angelique Kidjo unite for 'Joy'

Both artists have expressed their excitement and anticipation for this new project, describing it as a truly special record that holds significant meaning for them.

Sweden to prosecute two men over Quran burnings

The men committed "offences of agitation against an ethnic or national group" on four separate occasions when burning Islam's holy book outside a mosque and other public places.

More than 31 million Nigerians 'acutely' short of food

Raids by bandits wielding guns and machetes have forced many farmers to leave their fields, contributing to higher food prices.

Live Updates: Israel could ignite 'religious war' with Al-Aqsa tours — Hamas

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 327th day, has killed at least 40,476 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,647 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o

Erdogan extends condolences to Bangladesh over deadly floods

“We stand with the people of Bangladesh in their fight against this disaster and in healing the wounds,” Erdogan says.

Arrest of Telegram CEO Durov in France sparks global concerns over free speech

Arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France has become a flashpoint in the ongoing battle over free speech, setting a troubling precedent for the future of open communication in an increasingly authoritarian landscape.

Easy steps to grooming, locking, maintaining Afro hair

Many wearers appreciate the thick, luscious locks that cascade down the head, framing the face with a halo of texture and depth.

Live Updates: Ongoing Gaza truce talks shifting to Doha — US official

Israel's war on Gaza, now in its 326th day, has killed at least 40,476 Palestinians — mostly women and children — and wounded over 93,647 others, a conservative estimate, with 10,000+ believed to be buried under debris o