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Three men killed following fire in west London
The men were rescued from a pavilion in White City but died shortly after, authorities said.
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Three men dead after west London building fire
Blaze broke out in single-storey pavilion in New Zealand Way in White City on Saturday evening Three people have died after a fire at a building in London, the London fire brigade (LFB) has said. The fire service said it received reports of the blaze in New Zealand Way in White…
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West African journalism network demands probe of journalists’ ejection from Akwa Ibom court
The West African investigative journalism network has joined growing calls for accountability over the controversial ejection of journalists from a magistrate court in Akwa Ibom, asking the state Chief Judge to order an independent inquiry into the incident. The post West…
Via Guardian Sport
Manchester City close to financial settlement with Chelsea to appoint Enzo Maresca
Chelsea demand compensation for former coach West London club insist Italian breached contract Manchester City are close to reaching a financial settlement with Chelsea that will enable them to appoint Enzo Maresca as their manager. Chelsea are demanding compensation from City…
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Lebanon becomes latest battleground in Turkish-Israeli tensions
Lebanon is emerging as the newest flashpoint in the increasingly strained relations between Turkey and Israel, with the former's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan issuing a stark warning that Turkish security begins in Beirut.
Via France 24 Europe
France issues 'red' heatwave alert as temperatures climb across Western Europe
Western Europe is sweltering under a punishing heatwave with France issuing a red heatwave alert across more than a third of the country for Sunday and the government banning the consumption of alcohol during the popular annual Fete de la Musique festivities. Across France,…
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Anthony Albanese says Australia’s first mainland case of deadly H5N1 bird flu ‘concerning’
Tests taken in Western Australia suggest a second bird was also infected, but there is no evidence poultry or agriculture systems are affected Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The deadly H5N1 bird flu strain has arrived on the Australian mainland with…
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New wave of anti-LGBTQ laws sweeps Africa
A string of west African countries have outlawed same-sex relations in recent months, further eroding LGBTQ rights on a continent where they were already under attack
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‘I’m not a Labour fan but I like Burnham’: relief in Makerfield among left, right and centre
‘Borrowed’ supporters from across the political spectrum voted to trounce Reform How quickly could Burnham become PM? The morning after Andy Burnham secured a landslide byelection victory in Makerfield, returning him to Westminster after nine years as Greater Manchester mayor,…
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Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba denied bail ahead of extradition hearing in South Africa
Anti-Western activist Kemi Seba will remain in a South African jail until an extradition hearing next month, a judge in Pretoria ruled on Thursday.
Via BBC Politics
Badenoch on Tory Aberdeen South by-election win
The Scottish Conservatives have won a Westminster by-election for the first time in more than 50 years, taking Aberdeen South from the SNP.
Via BBC Politics
Scottish Conservatives win first Westminster by-election in more than 50 years
The Tories take Aberdeen South, while the SNP wins in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry.
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Mainland Australia’s first suspected case of deadly H5N1 investigated after seabird tests positive for bird flu
Agriculture minister says no evidence of mass mortality or infection in poultry as WA authorities say a second bird is sick and being tested Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A migratory seabird found in southern Western Australia has tested positive…
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Who is Andy Burnham? Returning MP who wants to be prime minister
The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.
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Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM militants claim deadly attack on Niger airport
West Africa's al-Qaeda affiliate, the Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims, has claimed responsibility for an attack on Niger's main airport and a nearby military airbase in the capital Niamey, which the government said killed at least 11 soldiers and two civilians.
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Starmer rival Burnham wins Makerfield as Labour leadership speculation grows
Labour's Andy Burnham won the Makerfield parliamentary by-election on Friday, defeating Reform UK candidate Rob Kenyon and returning to Westminster after years as Manchester mayor. The victory strengthens Burnham's position as a potential successor to Prime Minister Keir…
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Impeachment inquiry will go on
Parliament’s impeachment committee has decided to oppose President Cyril Ramaphosa’s bid to halt the impeachment proceedings over Phala Phala. Ramaphosa asked the Western Cape High Court for an urgent interdict after he challenged the validity of the Section 89 Independent Panel…
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Western Cape still counting the cost of last month's floods
In tonight's programme: South Africa's Western Cape is still counting the cost of last month's devastating floods. Also, in DR Congo, the government has reported a substantial daily jump in Ebola cases. Plus Ivorian fans are living large in the wake of their team's victorious…
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Indian outrage over US killing of sailors mounts as leaders attend G7 summit
Relations at lowest ebb in years after Washington refuses to apologise for deaths in strait of Hormuz Fury has continued to mount in India over the US’s refusal to apologise for the deaths of Indian sailors killed in strikes in the strait of Hormuz, further straining relations…
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Cape Verde: An island nation swept up in World Cup dreams
For the first time ever, Cape Verde is heading to the World Cup. The West African island nation – home to fewer than half a million people – will be one of the smallest countries in tournament history. In the capital Praia, preparations are in full swing, with qualification…
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M&A Fever in West Africa: Dwindling Reserves Drive Perseus Mining and Barrick Mining – Kobo Resources Gains Momentum
M&A Fever in West Africa: Dwindling Reserves Drive Perseus Mining and Barrick Mining – Kobo Resources Gains Momentum news.financial
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Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control
The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.
Via Atlantic Council
Chinese mining in West Africa: Responding to the environmental and social impacts
Chinese mining in West Africa: Responding to the environmental and social impacts Atlantic Council
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Burkina Faso clarifies stance on increased stake in West African Resources’ Kiaka mine
Burkina Faso clarifies stance on increased stake in West African Resources’ Kiaka mine Mining Weekly
Via African Mining Market
ASX suspends trading of West African Resources over Burkina Faso stake move
ASX suspends trading of West African Resources over Burkina Faso stake move African Mining Market
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Burkina Faso’s nationalization rattles West Africa’s gold sector
Burkina Faso’s nationalization rattles West Africa’s gold sector Mining.com
Via African Mining Market
West African Resources lifts total gold reserves to 6.5 million ounces
West African Resources lifts total gold reserves to 6.5 million ounces African Mining Market
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Can the US pry Russia away from China?
Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine. In response, China’s leadership insists it is committed to peace and respect for the territorial integrity of other nations. But unlike most United…
