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German president thanks Egypt for mediating role in Gaza conflict
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier thanked Egypt for its role as mediator in the Gaza war during his visit to the country on…
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Rehashed claim falsely accuses Nigerian man of smuggling explosives into South Africa
A screenshot of the false post, taken on September 5, 2024 SAPS is the acronym for the South African Police Service, and Beitbridge is a…
Politics
German opposition leader rejects further cross-party migration talks
Germany's conservative opposition leader, Friedrich Merz, on Wednesday flatly rejected offers from Chancellor Olaf Scholz for further…
Business
Volkswagen scraps job guarantees in Germany
Volkswagen Group has said it is scrapping labour agreements in Germany in a move that could pave the way for job cuts at six plants in…
News
A partial bridge collapse in eastern Germany disrupts traffic. No one was injured
BERLIN (AP) — Officials are investigating why part of a bridge in eastern Germany collapsed early Wednesday, disrupting a major traffic…
News
Study: Almost 400,000 people in Germany at risk from flooding
Almost 400,000 people in Germany are at immediate risk from flooding, according to a new study by the Independent Institute for…
Politics
'Chaos' feared in planned Morocco power cable link
“This was our perfect paradise" said Tony Sloan of the home he and his wife built for their retirement. It looks out across a small,…
Lifestyle
These Train Rides Through Canada’s Fall Colors Will Leave You Speechless
Fall might just be the perfect time to visit Canada. With summer crowds disappearing and prices dropping, it is an ideal season for…
News
Only my body is alive – Libyans in limbo a year after flood
One year on, the images of the catastrophic deluge that swept through Libya's coastal city of Derna, killing thousands, linger in the…
News
Brazilian police raid targets accused of laundering millions in gold mined in the Amazon
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil's Federal Police on Tuesday conducted multiple raids targeting a criminal group it alleged has laundered at least…
News
Sea Urchins, Left Points and Good Times in Chile With Nate Florence and Mr. Cool
There are over 2,000 volcanoes in Chile. It's also home to the driest place on earth, as well as the world's largest swimming pool. None…
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Greensboro family on journey to bring twin sister of adopted girl to Piedmont Triad after international adoptions close in China
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A Greensboro mom is one of hundreds who are stuck in a tough spot after China closed international adoptions.…
Politics
The world repudiated fascism in World War II, but extremism returns to my country Germany
Sometimes, you can see clearer from afar. I find this especially to be true when it comes to observing the role your native country has on…
Politics
Italy says Russia or China could gain influence in Western Balkans if EU dream fails
SKOPJE, North Macedonia (AP) — Italy's foreign minister Tuesday voiced strong support for Western Balkan countries' European Union…
News
Israeli military releases video of hostage tunnel where six died
The Israeli military has released a video showing the tunnel in the Gaza Strip in which six Israeli hostages were held captive by the…
Politics
New videos show back-to-back strikes on a Russian bridge as Ukraine knocks them out in its invasion
Ukraine hit a Russian bridge in the Kursk region again, following up on a suspected HIMARS strike. Video footage appeared to show both…
Politics
Neighbours criticise German move to extend border controls
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has denounced as "unacceptable" Germany's decision to extend temporary controls to all its land borders…
Politics
Ukraine braces for hardest winter due to intensified Russian attacks on energy infrastructure
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s prime minister warned Tuesday that the country could be facing its toughest winter since the full-scale…
News
Anguish as dozens die in Senegal shipwreck
At least 26 people have died after a boat carrying migrants capsized off Senegal's coast. Authorities say more than 100 people were on…
Politics
Iran will face new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia, Blinken says
Iran will be hit with new sanctions Tuesday for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced.…
News
Zoo animals escape as flood hits Nigerian state
Officials from a zoo in north-east Nigeria have confirmed that some wild animals had escaped from captivity after flooding hit Borno…
Business
Namibia partners with Chinese companies to build solar power plant
Namibia's state-owned power utility NamPower has partnered with two Chinese companies to commence the construction of the country's…
Politics
A massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow closed 3 of its 4 airports
Russia said it suspended flights at three of Moscow's four international airports. Russian officials reported shooting down 144 drones,…
Politics
Oil Price Rout Drives Russian Revenues to Seven-Month Low
(Bloomberg) -- Plunging oil prices helped drive Russia's revenues from crude sales to the lowest since February, highlighting the…