Africa remembers Pope who spoke for the continent
Millions of African Catholics, as well as the continent’s leaders, are mourning a man who they felt spoke for Africa. Home to
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Roseate expands in UK and diversifies portfolio in India
Roseate Hotels & Resorts, part of the Bird Group, is looking to expand its presence in the UK hospitality market following its
German Catholic initiative calls for continuation of reform process
Catholic reformers in Germany are calling for the Church opening-up processes, initiated by Pope Francis, to continue after his death. “Over the
Russian attacks during Easter ceasefire declared by Putin killed 3 in Ukraine’s Kherson region
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian attacks during the 30-hour Easter ceasefire unilaterally declared by President Vladimir Putin over the weekend killed three
Unseasonable warmth continues in eastern Europe
After a spell of record-breaking heat last week, eastern Europe and western parts of Russia will experience further unseasonable warmth in the
‘Professional failures’ led to killing of Gaza medics, IDF inquiry says
The Israeli military has said “professional failures” led to the killing of 15 emergency workers in Gaza last month. An inquiry into
Zelensky suggests 30-day cessation of fire on civilian targets
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South African politician condemned for visiting fugitive pastor
A top official in one of South Africa’s biggest political parties has been condemned for visiting a self-proclaimed pastor who fled to
‘Operational misunderstanding’ led to killing of Gaza medics
Nearly a month after 15 Palestinian paramedics and rescue workers were killed by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip, the military has
RAF jets intercept Russian aircraft near Nato airspace
Two Russian aircraft flying close to Nato airspace were detected by British fighter jets in separate incidents earlier this week, the UK’s
DR Congo bans ex-president’s party over alleged rebel links
The Democratic Republic of Congo has banned the party of former President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of links to the M23 rebel
Right-wing Israeli minister calls for full occupation of Gaza Strip
Extreme right-wing Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for a complete occupation of the Gaza Strip and, if necessary, military rule
How Violence Erupted On Syria’s Coast
Massacres have spread across once-quiet towns on Syria’s Mediterranean coast, in the deadliest outbreak of sectarian violence since rebels toppled the dictator
Israel intensifies operations in Gaza Strip with dozens of airstrikes
The Israeli military continued to conduct dozens of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip over the Jewish weekend from Friday evening to Saturday
Putin calls for ‘Easter truce’ with Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for an “Eastern truce” with Ukraine, directing the Kremlin’s military to temporarily pause fighting until Sunday
Tunisian opposition leaders jailed on terror charges
A court in Tunisia has sentenced a group of senior politicians, businessmen and lawyers to long prison sentences on conspiracy and terrorism
Russia says it has retaken another village in the Kursk region from Ukrainian forces
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia has pushed Ukrainian forces from one of their last remaining footholds in Russia’s Kursk region, officials said
6 hikes to try in the Rocky Mountains
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Imagine a quintessentially Canadian landscape and you’re probably picturing the Rockies. These jagged
Four killed after spring storms wreak havoc in the Alps
Alpine ski resorts were getting back to normal on Friday after spring storms the previous day claimed four victims in the French
Discover Two Magical Châteaux in the Valley of France
Wandering through the Loire Valley in France feels like opening a fairytale book where every page reveals a vineyard-laced landscape, charming villages,
‘Child in arms, luggage on my head, I fled Sudan camp for safety’
Mother-of-two Fathiya Mohammed says she was mugged while fleeing to the town of Tawila [BBC] The 700,000 residents of Sudan’s Zamzam camp
No-fly zone in place over Sandringham royal estate ‘after Zelenskyy scare’
A no-fly zone order has been put in place over the Sandringham estate after drones were spotted flying in the area last
Attacks on Deutsche Bahn staff rise 6% in 2024, chief executive says
Attacks on employees of Germany’s Deutsche Bahn railway rose by around 6% in 2024, the transport company’s chief executive said on Friday.
Former Credit Suisse boss to run for Ivory Coast president
Former Credit Suisse boss Tidjane Thiam is to run for president in Ivory Coast’s forthcoming election, his party has confirmed. Thiam, 62,
Fire, fronds and flax: Africa's top shots
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Seiko’s New Anniversary Marinemaster Dive Watch Is a Exclusive Must-Have
It’s been 60 years since Seiko introduced Japan’s first dive watch. Over the six decades that followed the debut, the watchmaker has
Hamas rejects latest ceasefire proposal
Hamas has rejected the latest Israeli proposal for the release of the remaining hostages and a new ceasefire because it does not
Passengers on Southwest flight evacuated after engine fire forces plane’s return
HOUSTON (AP) — A Southwest Airlines flight had to be evacuated on Thursday after an engine fire forced it to return to
Best Travel Sized Makeup for the Jet Setter
After crossing off adventure after adventure across Europe, I’ve officially mastered the art of packing for long-distance travel—especially when it comes to
It’s time Labour recognised a Palestinian state – it’s been stalling for 50 years
Your report that the Foreign Office’s position is that it will recognise Palestine at an “appropriate moment of maximum impact” brings to
Funeral held in Kenya for TikTok content moderator following death in unclear circumstances
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The funeral was held on Thursday for a Kenya-based Nigerian content moderator who died in unclear circumstances last
Egypt’s Suez Canal revenue fell sharply in 2024 on regional tensions
Egypt’s revenue from the Suez Canal plunged by almost two thirds last year, officials said on Wednesday, attributing the sharp drop to
DP World continues expansion in Brazil
Logistic giant DP World has opened a new freight forwarding office in the Brazilian city of São Paulo. The new location in
Old clip of assault on family falsely linked to Indian Muslim land boards overhaul protest
As deadly protests broke out in India over legislation to change how Muslim-owned properties are managed, social media users shared an old
Stroll along The Bund riverside promenade on flying trip to Shanghai
Hardly anyone misses this popular selfie spot on The Bund waterfront along the Huangpu River in Shanghai with its amazing backdrop. Shanghai’s
Bhutan turns to ‘green’ cryptocurrency to fuel economy
By Rupam Jain NEW DELHI (Reuters) – The Himalayan nation of Bhutan is exploring ways to mine and leverage green cryptocurrencies using
40% of Ukraine’s front-line weapons domestically produced
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday his country is now producing 40% of the weapons used on the front lines, as
A ‘fireball’ lights up Mexico City skies, sparking awe and plenty of memes
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Around 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday, a bright object, initially appearing to be a meteorite, lit up the skies
40% of Ukraine’s front-line weapons domestically produced
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday his country is now producing 40% of the weapons used on the front lines, as
Israeli troops will remain in Gaza ‘security zones’ after war, minister says
Israel’s defence minister has said troops will remain in the so-called security zones they have established by seizing large areas of Gaza