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Famous ‘Lovers’ Arch’ in Italy Collapses into Sea on Valentine’s Day Following Severe Weather
NEED TO KNOW The famous “Lover’s Arch” collapsed into the sea on Valentine’s Day as a result of severe weather in Southern Italy Located…
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Leader of South Africa's second largest party will not seek re-election
South Africa's Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has said he will not seek re-election as the party's leader in April - a…
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Infantry will still be fighting in muddy holes even as drones change war, British officer says
A UK battalion is turning to drones as the technology becomes a more prominent element of modern warfare. Its commanding officer said he…
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Heavy gunfire and blasts heard near airport in Niger's capital
Sustained heavy gunfire and loud explosions have been heard in Niger near the international airport outside the capital, Niamey. Multiple…
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Twelve schoolchildren killed after bus collides with lorry in South Africa
Twelve school pupils have died in South Africa after the minibus they were travelling in collided with a lorry south of the city of…
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Drums, chants and celebrations as Ethiopians mark the baptism of Jesus
Ethiopian Orthodox Christians have been celebrating the festival of Timket, or Epiphany, which commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the…
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Museveni takes strong lead in early results of Uganda presidential race
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has taken a strong lead in provisional results from Thursday's presidential election, the electoral…
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How realistic is India's quest for magnets made of rare earths
India hopes to make its own rare earth magnets for domestic use In November 2025, India approved a 73bn-rupee ($800m; £600m) plan that…
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In pictures: Fog and frozen lakes as cold weather sweeps northern India
A severe cold wave has tightened its grip on large parts of northern India, with temperatures hovering near zero in several states. On…
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'Welcome to 2976' - North Africa's Amazigh people ring in the new year
Across North Africa, the Amazigh people have been coming together to usher in the year 2976. They have, unfortunately, not cracked time…
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He once criticised African leaders who cling to power. Now he wants a seventh term
Ugandans under the age of 40 - and that is more than three-quarters of the population - have only known one president. Yoweri Museveni…
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Storm Goretti sweeps United Kingdom, France with winds over 120 mph
A powerful storm system, named "Goretti" by Météo-France, moved across the United Kingdom and France on Friday, leaving downed trees and…
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The musician and the strongman leader - what you need to know about Uganda's election
As Ugandans go to the polls next week they are faced with a choice of propelling a leader into his fifth decade in power or backing a…
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Celebrity Race Across the World locations: Where is the 2025 series filmed?
Race Across the World is back, and this time it's the celebrities who are taking on one of the most challenging adventures on TV, as they…
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Shock in Cameroon as 74-year-old opposition firebrand dies in detention
Left-wing Cameroonian opposition figure Anicet Ekane has died in detention, five weeks after he was arrested, his lawyers and party have…
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Flooding in southern Asia leaves hundreds dead
Torrential rains have triggered floods and landslides across parts of southern Asia, killing about 700 people. Monsoon rain exacerbated by…
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Cyclone Ditwah mapped: Red alert in India as powerful storm leaves at least 123 dead in Sri Lanka
A red alert has been issued for some coastal Indian states set to be slammed by powerful Cyclone Ditwah, which has left 123 people dead…
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General named new Guinea-Bissau leader a day after coup
An army general has been sworn in as Guinea-Bissau's new head of state a day after an apparent coup. Gen Horta N'Tam becomes the…
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Guinea-Bissau soldiers say they have taken power after reports of president's arrest
A group of military officers say they have seized control of Guinea-Bissau amid reports that the president, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, has been…
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Pupils abducted from Catholic school in fresh Nigeria attack
An unknown number of pupils have been abducted by armed men from a Catholic school in central Nigeria, marking the second school…
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What’s Really Happening in Tulum? Plus, Smarter Alternatives for Your Next Beach Trip
If you've seen images of Tulum on social media lately, you may have a tough time recognizing it. The usual crowds, chaos, and sensory…
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Wife and son of Gabon's ousted leader given 20-year jail terms in two-day corruption trial
A court in Gabon has sentenced the former first lady and the son of deposed President Ali Bongo to 20 years in jail following a two-day…
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Brothers charged with South African rapper's murder after extradition
Two brothers have been charged with the murder of South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as "AKA", following their…
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France advises citizens to leave Mali urgently amid jihadist fuel blockade
France has advised its citizens in Mali to leave as soon as possible, as Islamist insurgents continue their blockade of the country. The…