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Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:28:49 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/cuba-approves-major-economic-reforms-amid-us-pressure-81878947 https://africafront.news/article/cuba-approves-major-economic-reforms-amid-us-pressure-81878947 Cuba has approved sweeping economic reforms, opening key sectors to private investment. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:23:45 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/barack-obama-says-us-is-worse-off-than-before-war-with-iran-ithiran https://africafront.news/article/barack-obama-says-us-is-worse-off-than-before-war-with-iran-ithiran Former president nevertheless said in an interview that he was happy to see a ceasefire with Iran and hopes it holds Analysis: Iran peace deal makes clear how far US has been forced to retreat since 2025 Barack Obama has said that after 15 weeks of war with Iran, the US is now… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:14:37 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/israel-slams-eus-kallas-for-apartheid-comment-are-ties-unravelling-81873203 https://africafront.news/article/israel-slams-eus-kallas-for-apartheid-comment-are-ties-unravelling-81873203 Leaked media reports quoted EU's top diplomat likening Israel to South Africa's apartheid regime. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:58:52 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/sudanese-journalist-denied-uk-visa-to-collect-prestigious-award-81876779 https://africafront.news/article/sudanese-journalist-denied-uk-visa-to-collect-prestigious-award-81876779 Mohammed Amin was awarded ‘Journalist of the Year’ but couldn’t attend the ceremony as the UK refused to give him a visa Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:54:14 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/uk-sexual-predator-who-blackmailed-muslim-men-online-jailed-for-16-years-edsaeed https://africafront.news/article/uk-sexual-predator-who-blackmailed-muslim-men-online-jailed-for-16-years-edsaeed Police fear Waleed Saeed may have up to 70 more victims after campaign of entrapment, threat and extortion A sexual predator who targeted mostly Muslim males online for blackmail has been jailed for 16 years, with detectives fearing he may have up to 70 more victims. Waleed… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:50:48 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/italys-meloni-says-trump-made-up-story-that-she-begged-him-for-photo-at-g7-gn707o0 https://africafront.news/article/italys-meloni-says-trump-made-up-story-that-she-begged-him-for-photo-at-g7-gn707o0 The highly public exchange is an indication that their earlier close ties have frayed since Trump's decision to go to war with Iran. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:42:47 GMT World BBC World https://africafront.news/article/kidney-cancer-rates-near-pfas-factory-in-lancashire-a-major-source-of-concern-lackpool https://africafront.news/article/kidney-cancer-rates-near-pfas-factory-in-lancashire-a-major-source-of-concern-lackpool Experts cast doubt on conclusion of government-funded study of factory emitting forever chemicals near Blackpool Questions have been raised about the conclusions drawn by a government-funded study into kidney cancer rates near a factory linked to forever chemicals near… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:42:25 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/andy-burnham-our-next-prime-minister-podcast-podcast https://africafront.news/article/andy-burnham-our-next-prime-minister-podcast-podcast Andy Burnham will return to Westminster as an MP, and potential challenger to Keir Starmer, after decisively beating Reform UK to win the Makerfield byelection. Kiran Stacey and Jessica Elgot chat through what happens next What would ‘change’ look like if Andy Burnham becomes… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:32:14 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/read-a-book-join-a-club-stare-at-a-wall-social-media-alternatives-for-under-16s-mentban https://africafront.news/article/read-a-book-join-a-club-stare-at-a-wall-social-media-alternatives-for-under-16s-mentban Amid UK government proposals for a ban, experts discuss what other activities might really serve children well When a Lancashire schoolgirl was asked what she would do if the social media ban for under-16s came into effect, her answer hit a national nerve: “Stare at a wall,” she… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:20:40 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/bill-pulte-assumes-role-of-us-acting-director-of-national-intelligence-lligence https://africafront.news/article/bill-pulte-assumes-role-of-us-acting-director-of-national-intelligence-lligence Head of Federal Housing Finance Agency who investigated Trump’s enemies takes over top intelligence role Timeline of Bill Pulte’s appointment as acting director of national intelligence Bill Pulte, the Federal Housing Finance Agency director, became the acting director of… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:13:01 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/british-lawyers-body-suspends-icc-prosecutor-khan-over-misconduct-claim-81868829 https://africafront.news/article/british-lawyers-body-suspends-icc-prosecutor-khan-over-misconduct-claim-81868829 Khan is the subject of multiple investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct at the international court. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:07:27 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/chiles-palestinians-push-back-against-israel-policy-shift-81873486 https://africafront.news/article/chiles-palestinians-push-back-against-israel-policy-shift-81873486 Chile’s Palestinians push back against Israel policy shift Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:58:30 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/us-iran-peace-talks-abruptly-cancelled-amid-renewed-israeli-strikes-in-lebanon-f-lebanon https://africafront.news/article/us-iran-peace-talks-abruptly-cancelled-amid-renewed-israeli-strikes-in-lebanon-f-lebanon JD Vance lambasts Israeli critics of proposed deal but does not travel to Europe as planned. Plus, at 82 years old, Keith Richards still gives some of the best interview quotes in town Good morning. Talks due to take place today between the US ⁠⁠and ​Iran to implement a peace… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:46:21 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/man-released-by-police-after-boy-three-critically-injured-in-zoo-crocodile-enclo-dgeshire https://africafront.news/article/man-released-by-police-after-boy-three-critically-injured-in-zoo-crocodile-enclo-dgeshire Cambridgeshire police say 30-year-old man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder is not fit to be interviewed A man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a three-year-old boy ended up in a crocodile enclosure has been released because he is not fit to be… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:44:56 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/two-men-jailed-for-arson-attacks-on-property-linked-to-keir-starmer-starmer https://africafront.news/article/two-men-jailed-for-arson-attacks-on-property-linked-to-keir-starmer-starmer Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc imprisoned for seven years and two years respectively Roman Lavrynovych and Stanislav Carpiuc have been jailed at the Old Bailey for seven and two years respectively for arson attacks on property connected to Keir Starmer. Lavrynovych, 22,… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:26:30 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/0-intro-apr-until-2024-is-100-insane-urcecnn https://africafront.news/article/0-intro-apr-until-2024-is-100-insane-urcecnn Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:18:36 GMT World CNN International https://africafront.news/article/its-official-now-avoid-credit-card-interest-into-2024-urcecnn https://africafront.news/article/its-official-now-avoid-credit-card-interest-into-2024-urcecnn Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:18:36 GMT World CNN International https://africafront.news/article/search-continues-for-kidnapped-mexican-journalist-roxana-guzman-81870934 https://africafront.news/article/search-continues-for-kidnapped-mexican-journalist-roxana-guzman-81870934 Search continues for kidnapped Mexican journalist Roxana Guzman Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:16:14 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/starmers-future-hangs-in-balance-after-burnhams-makerfield-election-win-81857635 https://africafront.news/article/starmers-future-hangs-in-balance-after-burnhams-makerfield-election-win-81857635 Ashton-in-Makerfield, a town few knew of until recently, has potentially chosen the UK's next prime minister. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:08:39 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/lebanon-says-israeli-strikes-kill-18-as-israel-says-four-soldiers-killed-by-hezb-1n9rmo0 https://africafront.news/article/lebanon-says-israeli-strikes-kill-18-as-israel-says-four-soldiers-killed-by-hezb-1n9rmo0 It comes a day after the US and Iran signed a deal to end their conflict, including fighting in Lebanon. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:07:32 GMT World BBC World https://africafront.news/article/completely-made-up-italys-pm-on-trumps-comments-she-begged-him-for-photo-13555760 https://africafront.news/article/completely-made-up-italys-pm-on-trumps-comments-she-begged-him-for-photo-13555760 Italian Prime ​Minister Giorgia Meloni has accused Donald Trump of making up a story about her, after ‌the US president told an Italian TV channel that she had "begged" him to take a picture with her at the G7 summit in France. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:03:00 GMT World Sky News World https://africafront.news/article/st-kilda-pier-wins-peak-victorian-architecture-award-as-judges-praise-playful-an-reaward https://africafront.news/article/st-kilda-pier-wins-peak-victorian-architecture-award-as-judges-praise-playful-an-reaward State government project among range of works celebrated for community-centred design that goes beyond utility The reimagined St Kilda pier has added more accolades to its burgeoning trophy cabinet, taking out some of the top gongs at the 2026 Australian Institute of Architects’… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:32 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/the-purpose-of-the-rule-is-fascism-scientists-fight-back-against-planned-trump-r-rchcuts https://africafront.news/article/the-purpose-of-the-rule-is-fascism-scientists-fight-back-against-planned-trump-r-rchcuts Stand Up for Science founder says proposal to control how grants are spent would ‘dismantle US science ecosystem’ While waiting to board her flight home at Ronald Reagan Washington national airport recently, Colette Delawalla was reviewing a list of possible impacts from a… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:31 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/afghanistan-strikes-targets-in-pakistan-raising-cross-border-tension-81858108 https://africafront.news/article/afghanistan-strikes-targets-in-pakistan-raising-cross-border-tension-81858108 The strikes are the latest threat to the fragile ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:57:41 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/middle-east-crisis-live-israel-strikes-targets-in-lebanon-as-us-iran-talks-in-sw-lledoff https://africafront.news/article/middle-east-crisis-live-israel-strikes-targets-in-lebanon-as-us-iran-talks-in-sw-lledoff US official tells Reuters news agency that ceasefire has now come into effect Inside the city of grief hit hardest by Israel strikes on southern Lebanon As the procession wound its way through mounds of rubble, the crowd chanted and beat their chests, their lamentations echoed… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:53:40 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/burnham-says-byelection-win-last-chance-to-change-britain-as-starmer-vows-to-fig-updates https://africafront.news/article/burnham-says-byelection-win-last-chance-to-change-britain-as-starmer-vows-to-fig-updates Burnham hails ‘turning point’ for the country after resounding byelection victory over Reform UK Podcast: will Burnham become prime minister? What would ‘change’ look like if Burnham becomes PM? David Blunkett, the former Labour cabinet minister, has suggested that Keir Starmer… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:50:55 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/labour-peer-and-reform-mp-clash-over-brown-people-and-domestic-abuse-kerfield https://africafront.news/article/labour-peer-and-reform-mp-clash-over-brown-people-and-domestic-abuse-kerfield Thangam Debbonaire and Sarah Pochin argue in Sky News interview at Makerfield byelection count UK politics live – latest updates The Labour peer Thangam Debbonaire has clashed with Reform UK’s Sarah Pochin at the Makerfield byelection count, asking the MP: “You don’t like being… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:50:40 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/could-the-hpv-vaccine-eliminate-cervical-cancer-deaths-81850328 https://africafront.news/article/could-the-hpv-vaccine-eliminate-cervical-cancer-deaths-81850328 The HPV vaccine has reduced the risk of cervical cancer death before age 30 to effectively zero in the United Kingdom. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:41:34 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/fifa-urged-to-drop-saudi-oil-giant-aramco-as-activists-target-world-cup-tnership https://africafront.news/article/fifa-urged-to-drop-saudi-oil-giant-aramco-as-activists-target-world-cup-tnership Fifa has defended its Aramco sponsorship, saying revenues are reinvested back into football at all levels As scorching temperatures beat down on World Cup soccer games across North America, climate activists – including former and current professional athletes – are calling for… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:30:30 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/scottish-conservatives-win-aberdeen-south-in-shock-loss-for-the-snp-ttowin https://africafront.news/article/scottish-conservatives-win-aberdeen-south-in-shock-loss-for-the-snp-ttowin Tories’ Douglas Lumsden says city has spoken ‘loud and clear’ in support of the North Sea oil and gas industry UK politics – live updates The Scottish National party has lost the formerly safe seat of Aberdeen South in a shock loss to the Scottish Conservatives. Douglas Lumsden… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:29:40 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/us-iran-talks-in-switzerland-canceled-and-dhs-to-give-police-facial-recognition-ognition https://africafront.news/article/us-iran-talks-in-switzerland-canceled-and-dhs-to-give-police-facial-recognition-ognition The U.S.-Iran talks that were set to happen in Switzerland have been canceled. And, the Department of Homeland Security has plans to give some local police access to ICE facial recognition technology. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:27:49 GMT World NPR World https://africafront.news/article/ebola-outbreak-kills-17-healthcare-workers-as-chinese-medical-team-arrives-in-dr-13555745 https://africafront.news/article/ebola-outbreak-kills-17-healthcare-workers-as-chinese-medical-team-arrives-in-dr-13555745 Seventeen healthcare workers have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a World Health Organisation official has said. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:16:00 GMT World Sky News World https://africafront.news/article/trump-hints-at-new-approach-to-north-koreas-nuclear-programme-81855674 https://africafront.news/article/trump-hints-at-new-approach-to-north-koreas-nuclear-programme-81855674 South Korea's president said Trump had told him the 'time had come' to focus on North Korea 'issue' at the G7 summit. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:07:23 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/world-cup-will-pulisic-play-against-australia-and-can-usmnt-qualify-81856427 https://africafront.news/article/world-cup-will-pulisic-play-against-australia-and-can-usmnt-qualify-81856427 Will Christian Pulisic be fit for United States as they seek to secure top spot in Group D with win over Australia? Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:07:15 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/over-reliance-on-chatbots-can-diminish-critical-thinking-skills-study-finds-gskills https://africafront.news/article/over-reliance-on-chatbots-can-diminish-critical-thinking-skills-study-finds-gskills Depending on AI can also potentially decrease the ability to discern misinformation, research says A new study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is the latest research to find that relying too much on chatbots can diminish critical-thinking skills, and potentially… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:32 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/datacenters-driving-us-clean-energy-growth-while-still-threatening-climate-climate https://africafront.news/article/datacenters-driving-us-clean-energy-growth-while-still-threatening-climate-climate As datacenters’ connections to electric grids are held up, big tech is forced to throw money at producing its own power Datacenters are driving unprecedented growth in the US clean energy industry, paradoxically boosting a sector that was sputtering before the artificial… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:30 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/arsenal-to-begin-premier-league-title-defence-against-promoted-coventry-81862229 https://africafront.news/article/arsenal-to-begin-premier-league-title-defence-against-promoted-coventry-81862229 The first match of the 2026-27 season sees the top-flight champions face the second-tier Championship winners. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:50:44 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/brazil-vs-haiti-world-cup-prediction-how-to-watch-and-will-neymar-play-81843727 https://africafront.news/article/brazil-vs-haiti-world-cup-prediction-how-to-watch-and-will-neymar-play-81843727 Five-time champions face Haiti in Philadelphia and need a win after a disappointing draw in their tournament opener. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:40:13 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/obama-moved-to-tears-by-wife-michelles-speech-qyd0ko1 https://africafront.news/article/obama-moved-to-tears-by-wife-michelles-speech-qyd0ko1 The couple were opening a site in Chicago, which the former president described as a "celebration of community". Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:35:08 GMT World BBC World https://africafront.news/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-preliminary-us-iran-agreement-signed-by-trump-greement https://africafront.news/article/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-preliminary-us-iran-agreement-signed-by-trump-greement Here's a look at the preliminary agreement between the U.S. and Iran, and the challenges that remain to find lasting peace. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:30:52 GMT World NPR World https://africafront.news/article/asias-richest-man-ambani-announces-what-could-be-indias-biggest-share-sale-pkynko1 https://africafront.news/article/asias-richest-man-ambani-announces-what-could-be-indias-biggest-share-sale-pkynko1 India's largest telecom operator is expected to raise around $4bn (£3.02bn), according to media reports. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:13:41 GMT World BBC World https://africafront.news/article/can-us-iran-peace-deal-survive-israeli-bombing-of-lebanon-81857617 https://africafront.news/article/can-us-iran-peace-deal-survive-israeli-bombing-of-lebanon-81857617 Israel is blowing up buildings in Lebanon - and chances of a lasting deal to secure peace in the region. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:13:34 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/us-veteran-dubbed-highway-angel-for-using-combat-first-aid-to-save-crash-survivo-esbrown https://africafront.news/article/us-veteran-dubbed-highway-angel-for-using-combat-first-aid-to-save-crash-survivo-esbrown Marine veteran James Brown rescued a driver with a piece of metal lodged in his leg A US military veteran and trucker recently used his battlefield medical training to save the life of a fellow truck driver whose leg was impaled by a piece of metal after a crash, earning him… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:00:30 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/israel-continues-attacks-on-lebanon-despite-us-iran-deal-81862421 https://africafront.news/article/israel-continues-attacks-on-lebanon-despite-us-iran-deal-81862421 Israel continues attacks on Lebanon despite US-Iran deal Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:54:58 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/starmer-says-he-will-stand-in-any-labour-leadership-contest-against-burnham-burnham https://africafront.news/article/starmer-says-he-will-stand-in-any-labour-leadership-contest-against-burnham-burnham Prime minister suggests he will not ‘walk away’ despite Burnham’s comfortable victory in Makerfield byelection UK politics – live updates How quickly could Burnham become PM? Keir Starmer has said he will stand in a Labour leadership contest should one be triggered after Andy… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:52:17 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/what-would-change-look-like-if-andy-burnham-becomes-prime-minister-minister https://africafront.news/article/what-would-change-look-like-if-andy-burnham-becomes-prime-minister-minister From public ownership to devolution and the cost of living, the policies of the potential Labour leadership challenger will face intense scrutiny UK politics live – latest updates Andy Burnham’s victory in Makerfield sets up a battle for Downing Street. Allies of the outgoing… Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:51:40 GMT World Guardian World https://africafront.news/article/syrian-activist-hassan-akkad-detained-in-damascus-81796075 https://africafront.news/article/syrian-activist-hassan-akkad-detained-in-damascus-81796075 Syrian journalist Mousa al-Omar reportedly filed a complaint about Akkad’s social media comments prior to his arrest. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:49:00 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/indian-court-rejects-appeal-over-ban-on-telegram-app-81850877 https://africafront.news/article/indian-court-rejects-appeal-over-ban-on-telegram-app-81850877 The ruling comes after India said channels on the app were selling leaked questions for undergraduate entrance ​exams. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:48:12 GMT World Al Jazeera English https://africafront.news/article/thirty-five-killed-as-gunmen-attack-nigers-biggest-airport-kdqeno1 https://africafront.news/article/thirty-five-killed-as-gunmen-attack-nigers-biggest-airport-kdqeno1 Niger has been fighting a militant Islamist insurgency for a decade and in January suspected jihadists attacked the same airport. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:43:30 GMT World BBC World