Africa’s week in pictures: 3-9 February 2023
A selection of the best photos from across Africa this week.
Day: February 10, 2023
Heartwarming moment young boy is pulled from rubble after deadly earthquakes in Turkey & Syria, as expert issues warning
A BOY was miraculously saved after 70 hours of being trapped under the rubble and ruins of what was his home in Syria, as as an expert warns aid to the region is too little and too late.
The footage shows the heart-wrenching scenes of young Abdul H…
Appeals arguments begin in Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy
An attorney for some insurance companies that could be liable for child sexual abuse claims against the Boy Scouts of America has urged a judge to reverse a bankruptcy plan for the organization.
Big brands keep raising prices, with limited shopper resistance
Consumers continue to absorb significant price increases by PepsiCo, Unilever and others. The companies say prices will remain high in the months to come.
Mike Pence subpoenaed by special counsel in charge of Trump probes
Move reportedly comes after months of negotiations with federal prosecutors
“I Am Your Nightmare”: Joe Biden Warns Republicans Against Social Cuts
US President Joe Biden on Thursday vowed to maintain social and health care benefits for elderly and low-income Americans, warning that he would be a “nightmare” for Republicans seeking to take them away.
Nepal contracts two additional M28 airlifters from US
Nepal has contracted the US government to deliver a pair of PZL Mielec M28 Skytruck short take-off and landing (STOL) light transport aircraft by the end of April 2025.
In Bolivia, China Signs Deal For World’s Largest Lithium Reserves
Members of the Bolivian opposition have questioned whether the deal, which was signed last month between the state firm YLB and three Chinese companies, will benefit the country.
Best friend testifies Alex Murdaugh admitted to drug addiction and stealing money
An attorney who said he was Alex Murdaugh’s best friend testified at his murder trial Thursday that Murdaugh admitted he had a drug addiction and had been stealing money from his law firm and clients.