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UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
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Former Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years is back in the U.S.
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UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
Has the by-election changed things for Clacton?
Count Binface gets almost 10,000 votes in Clacton by-election
Farage faces renewed watchdog probe after Clacton by-election victory
‘A piece of our history’: Untouched Roman shipwreck discovered off Italy
More than 160 people killed in Colombia’s strongest earthquake in years
Former Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years is back in the U.S.
‘Tinderbox’ Britain bans disposable barbecues, sends nationwide fire alerts as Europe battles blazes
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DR Congo: Government bans export of copper and cobalt concentrates
The decision is part of a move to increase local processing and hike revenue from the country's mineral wealth.
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Pocock and crossbenchers call Labor’s NDIS overhaul ‘too far, too fast’ in scathing Senate inquiry report
Greens say Labor’s reform set to ‘rip life-changing supports away from disabled people instead of raising additional revenue through taxing gas exports’ Cross-b
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US says dozens of countries helped China dodge Trump's tariffs
A new US report said China had moved goods through nations with lower tariffs to dodge higher levies.
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New aircraft carrier heads toward Mideast after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln
The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues abo
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One killed and six injured after 'tragic incident' at Dutch port
A blast at a petroleum storage facility in the port of Rotterdam has killed one person and wounded six others, Dutch officials said.
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US forest service chief reportedly pressed staff for more support for wildfire near his ranch
Michael Boren requested more aircraft for 7-acre Cabin Creek fire, some of which were diverted from other fires Michael Boren, the US undersecretary of agricult
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South Korean airport becomes busiest in world for global traffic amid Iran war
Incheon airport had 38.39m international passengers in first half of 2026, as traffic diverted from Middle East hubs South Korea’s Incheon airport has become th
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‘Unprecedented’ rain kills five in Japan as thousands stranded at airport
Evacuation orders issued for 400,000 after flooding, landslide warnings and power outages in Chiba prefecture At least five people have died in eastern Japan af
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Australia's game-changing disability support is in crisis – what went wrong?
The programme was game-changing for its users - but as costs balloon, its success has led to its downfall.
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Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says
A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.
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Ryanair window that passenger was partly sucked out of was broken by engine debris, report finds
Fan blade broke off shortly after takeoff on 10 July flight from Greece to Germany, preliminary findings show Business live – latest updates Broken engine parts
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‘This is hell’: British widow ‘sick’ with worry after losing Brexit deportation appeal
Joyce Thomas, 78, faces being forced to leave Sweden after 21 years in growing row over country’s approach to EU withdrawal British widow, 78, told to leave Swe
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Tonganyika Trust turns vocational training into business opportunities for 3 000
Story by Gay Matambo MORE than 3 000 youths and women from Mutasa South Constituency have completed practical vocational training aimed at improving livelihoods
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34 Violent Incidents, 18 Deaths: Tracking political violence in #OsunDecides2026
One of the most important questions for election day is whether pre-election violence will affect participation. The post 34 Violent Incidents, 18 Deaths: Track
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Reforming the EPWP: How the SA Youth Mobi platform aims to improve job opportunities
Rikus Badenhorst reveals how the SA Youth Mobi platform will revolutionise the recruitment process for the Expanded Public Works Programme, aiming to eliminate
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Call for Minister of Transport to act against Transnet executives
Labour organisations are calling for the immediate suspension of Transnet Port Terminals CEO Jabu Mdaki and his executive team, alleging that internal investiga
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No procurement watchdog body yet, four years past State Capture report
Four years after the Zondo Commission's State Capture report, South Africa still awaits a crucial institution: an independent Public Procurement Anti-Corruption
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Thousands stranded at Japan’s Narita airport after record rain kills four
TOKYO, Aug 14 (Reuters) - Record rainfall left thousands of travellers stranded at Tokyo's Narita airport on Friday morning as flooding in the surrounding area
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Watch — SA’s sports funding crisis exposed as athletes pay the price
Watch — SA’s sports funding crisis exposed as athletes pay the price
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One dead, several injured in Rotterdam port blast at Gunvor refinery
The Netherlands is investigating an explosion at the port of Rotterdam that killed one person and injured several others on Thursday, 13 August. The blast happe
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Zambia suspends vote count nationwide amid reports of violence, ballot theft
Zambia's electoral commission on Friday suspended vote counting from Thursday's presidential and parliamentary elections for at least 24 hours due to “violence
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How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeria
West Africa is becoming increasingly attractive to those who want to make and export illicit drugs.
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Nearly 50 asylum seekers deported under ‘one in one out’ scheme have returned to the UK
Figure raises questions about deal with France despite UK ministers insisting repeat arrivals will be removed Almost 50 asylum seekers deported using the “one i
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New fertiliser plant supports farmers ahead of summer cropping season
Story by Tendai Munengwa ZIMBABWE’S preparedness for the 2026/27 summer cropping season has received a major boost after Windmill Private Limited commissioned a
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A win for Bareknuckle Boxing as BKB builds a long-term global sports property
Driven by BKFC's rapid scale and BKB's premium positioning, bare-knuckle fighting has transformed from a niche combat sport into a booming global industry.
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Ntombi Maphosa
Some of South Africa's most important climate battles are being fought in courtrooms and Ntombi Maphosa, 33, is among those helping to lead the charge. The atto
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Watch – Did SAPS Crime Intelligence burgle investigative reporter Marianne Thamm’s home?
Watch – Did SAPS Crime Intelligence burgle investigative reporter Marianne Thamm’s home?
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Wall Street tumbles 10% below its record after Trump escalates trade war
NEW YORK — Wall Street's sell-off hit a new low Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump's escalating trade war dragged the S&P 500 more than 10% below its re
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Report: US bird population is declining
The U.S. bird population is declining at an alarming rate, according to a report published Thursday by an alliance of science and conservation groups. Habitat l
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Trump intent on imposing global tariffs
The on-again, off-again tariffs between the United States and other countries are again under scrutiny, with the U.S. president not budging. VOA White House Cor
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WHO calls for more support to tackle Ebola outbreak
Two potential treatments are being tested on confirmed Ebola patients in Ituri
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Reports that Morocco ready to cooperate on return of minors from Ceuta
Moroccan state media says Rabat will work with the EU to identify the children with a view to “their return to their homeland”.
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Bridge collapse in DR Congo reignites debate about mining revenues
Several people ended up in the river after an important bridge collapsed on June 3 in the village of Hombo in the eastern part of the DRC. The bridge is one of
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Up to 20 years in jail for cocoa land repurposing in Ghana
In tonight's edition: Ghana's parliament cracks down on the sale or repurposing of land used to grow the country's most important crop, cocoa. Also, DR Congo is
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Ceuta was a carnival of anti-migrant content for hateful opportunists on the right – and a lesson for the left | Jonathan Liew
It was framed as a perfect storm because nativists dearly wanted it to be. Looking on, progressives failed to meet the moment too The live streams are still run
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Conditions on US aircraft carrier at sea for more than 250 days raise alarms
Thousands of sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln have reportedly faced food shortages and broken plumbing, with some considering jumping overboard.
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'Unprecedented' rain in Japan kills eight people
The storm cut power to more than 20,000 households and left 7,000 people stranded at Tokyo's Narita airport.
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Two dead after light aircraft crash
A plane travelling from England on Friday did not arrive at Caernarfon Airport as scheduled.
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Mount Etna's ongoing volcanic activity disrupts summer travel
Ash spewing from Sicily's Mount Etna has closed the Italian island’s largest airport for the fifth consecutive day, stranding hundreds of summer holiday travell
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British man with dementia told to leave Sweden after losing migration case
Exclusive: Horace Mason, 74, who has lived in Sweden for 25 years, faces being deported after court ruling A 74-year-old British man who has been living in Swed
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Mafigo dethrones Khumalo in thrilling 800m final at Youth Games
Story by Lawrence Trusida, Sports Editor TINASHE Mafigo turned a long-running rivalry into 800-metre gold as Zimbabwe’s young athletes battled biting cold and t
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Nigel Farage regains UK parliamentary seat in by-election boycotted by major parties
Parliament opened an investigation into whether he failed to report a $6.7 million gift from a Thailand-based crypto billionaire, Christopher Harborne, in 2024.
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R57m Spaza Shop Fund: Committee says no payments went to foreign-owned shops
The R57 million Spaza Shop Support Fund has successfully disbursed funds to qualifying South African citizens
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AWCA looks to keep more women in the profession and move them into leadership
The African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA) marks 24 years of advancing Black women in the profession, focusing on retaining talent, supporting career growth
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Rural communities are seen but never heard
This thought-provoking article explores the often-unseen complexities of rural communities in South Africa, drawing parallels from film portrayals to institutio
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SOE giants set to create black industrialists
National power utility Eskom is expanding procurement opportunities for South African businesses, anticipating increased electricity demand. CEO Dan Marokane an
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Gauteng steps up road safety efforts as 5 592km road network gets attention
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is intensifying its efforts to enhance road safety across the province. Initiatives include extensive road repairs
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Renewed fighting in Tigray raises risk of a wider regional war
A recent flare-up in tensions in Ethiopia's Tigray, including reports of heavy artillery battles and drone strikes, has raised fears of a return to war in the n
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Zambia suspends vote counting nationwide citing violence
Zambia suspended vote counting nationwide on Friday following reports of violence in some districts, the electoral commission said.
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RSF claims key victory in Sudan’s Blue Nile region
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, or RSF, say they have taken full control of Geissan, in the Blue Nile region, near the Ethiopian border.
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Vietnam police seize nearly 1.2 tonnes of ivory hidden in timber logs
Vietnamese police have seized nearly 1.2 tonnes of ivory at Quy Nhon port, in Gia Lai province.
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South African lawmakers question effectiveness of army deployment against gang Violence
Officials have maintained that the military deployment is intended to support—not replace—long-term policing efforts, but lawmakers say urgent changes are neede
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French ambassador to CAR investigated over claims he hosted dozens of women
Disciplinary proceedings under way after security concerns raised over reported visits to official residence France has opened disciplinary proceedings against
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EXCLUSIVE: How ‘chance’ encounter with soldier allegedly landed Nollywood actor coup propagandist role
This installment of PREMIUM TIMES 'series of exclusive reporting on last year’s failed coup details how a veteran Nollywood actor became involved with suspected
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‘It’s a thankless job’ — Madugu responds to Super Falcons criticism
The coach admitted that he cannot prevent criticism, stressing that football supporters, journalists and other observers are entitled to their opinions and inte
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Tinubu commends his economic team, NGX for stabilising Nigeria’s economy
The president said the private sector has a big role to play in the economy in creating jobs and supporting the government. The post Tinubu commends his economi
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Crafting the perfect Croquembouche with Fresh Berries and Gold Leaf
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Indulge in a delightful Blueberry Croissant Pudding
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South Africa's urgent response to the GBV crisis: New GBV centre opened in Durban
A new Rapid Response and Gender-Based Violence Centre has opened at Wentworth Police Station in Durban, providing immediate support and care for survivors
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Women’s Month: Why every woman deserves a safe space to be heard
As South Africa marks Women's Month, advocates say creating safe, supportive spaces and improving access to survivor services are essential to helping women fac
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Shendy Mahloele
For Shendy Mahloele, the founding Shendy Agri Co was about more than starting a business; it was about creating opportunities, inspiring others and proving that
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Spinning from zero to infinity
Julia Jansch's award-winning documentary 'From Dust We Spin' explores the unique South African motorsport of car spinning through the eyes of Logan Maart, a tee
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Calling the shots, changing the game
A quiet revolution has unfolded in South African sports broadcasting, where a remarkable group of pioneering women have claimed their space with knowledge, pois
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COP VS COP: Has the Madlanga Commission vindicated Mkhwanazi? The case against Shadrack Sibiya
KwaZulu‑Natal commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s allegations find support as the Madlanga Commission refers Shadrack Sibiya for criminal investigation and possib
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CORRUPTION TRIAL : Ex-defence minister’s multimillion renovation payments ‘typical of money laundering’ — witness
Defence attacks a 33‑page financial report as flawed while witnesses describe repeated cash handovers to former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa‑Nqakula, who fa
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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 ins
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Jordan warns status quo in Jerusalem 'under threat' as ministers meet in Amman
Amman hosted an emergency ministerial meeting on Wednesday to rally support behind Jordan’s custodianship of Jerusalem’s holy sites, as Foreign Minister Ayman S
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New Caledonia races to avoid shutdown as new government takes office
New Caledonia’s 19th government formally took office on Wednesday after its 11 members unanimously agreed on the allocation of portfolios, with the immediate ta
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U.S.-brokered peace efforts for Sudan encounter new obstacles
U.S.-brokered peace efforts for Sudan have encountered new obstacles after the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) rejected demands to withdraw from cities
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Cape Verde World Cup star Vozinha begins new chapter at Colo-Colo
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been unveiled by Chilean giants Colo-Colo after completing his move from Portuguese side Chaves, saying the transfer marks the
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Turkey: Mo Salah touches down ahead of expected move to Trabzonspor
Wearing Trabzonspor’s blue and burgundy kit, Mo Salah arrived at Istanbul airport on Wednesday ahead of his expected move to the Turkish Super Lig side.
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Women in El-Obeid testify to rape during Sudan conflict
Displaced women living in a camp in El-Obeid, in North Kordofan, say they were raped by Rapid Support Forces (RSF) members in front of their children before fle
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FIFA chief gets backing from African fooball for his re-election bid
The Confederation of African Football "unanimously reconfirmed" backing for embattled Gianni Infantino, thanking him for supporting the sport on the continent.
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Ugandan MPs vote to deploy soldiers to Gaza peacekeeping force
Uganda’s Parliament passed a motion on Thursday supporting President Museveni's decision to deploy soldiers to the Gaza Strip.
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How Togo has become a new entry point for weapons sent by Russia to Mali
A Russian ship under US sanctions, the Mikhail Britnev, dropped off its cargo of military vehicles at the Port of Lomé in Togo on July 9. It’s the first time th
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Nigerian artist transforms ordinary clay into intricate works of art
In his Lagos studio, Nigerian artist Emmanuel Olatunde is transforming the way portraits are painted, using clay sourced from the earth beneath his feet. The 39
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Wednesday briefing: How misinformation and a hardened immigration policy turned Ceuta into Europe’s latest flashpoint
In today’s newsletter: The past week shows how quickly images, rumours and right-wing political opportunism can eclipse the facts on the ground Good morning. L
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Women behind the lens: ‘I may not be able to decide whose faces are painted on walls but I can make sure female boxers are part of that archive’
Photojournalist Olaoluwa Olowu is documenting the lives of women in Ghana who choose to fight I took this portrait of Elizabeth Boakye, an amateur boxer, in the
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High-Level Diplomatic Visits Accelerate Sahel Security and Intelligence Cooperation
Senior diplomatic delegations meet across Bamako, Niamey, and Ouagadougou to advance joint counter-terrorism directives, intelligence sharing, and regional trade security corridors.
