Day: August 28, 2023
Niger coup: France defies ultimatum for ambassador to leave Niamey
France’s president praises the diplomat for staying put despite being told to go by Niger’s junta.
After Lucy Letby, Another UK Nurse Under Investigation For Baby’s Death
The nurse is being investigated for deaths that were reported at Birmingham Children’s Hospital in May last year.
Son stolen at birth hugs Chilean mother for first time in 42 years
A chilean family was ripped apart 42 years ago after hospital workers took Maria Angelica Gonzalez’ son from her arms right after birth and later told her he had died. Now, she was meeting him face-to-face at her home in Valdivia, Chile.
Shakira to receive Video Vanguard honour at MTV Awards
The Colombian star will also perform on the VMA stage for the first time in 17 years.
Ukrainian troops breach Russia’s defense to retake village of Robotyne
Victories in Ukraine’s counteroffensive are small and hard-won on the southern front, but they’re coming.
Brazilian Phone Spyware was Hacked and Victims’ Devices ‘Deleted’ From Server
A Portuguese-language spyware called WebDetetive has been used to compromise more than 76,000 Android phones in recent years across South America, largely in Brazil. It is also the latest phone spyware company in recent months to have been hacked.
Cruise ship carrying thousands of Britons crashes into oil tanker in Mallorca
The ship was carrying thousands of British tourists when it collided with an oil tanker on Sunday due to strong winds. No serious injuries were reported.
French envoy to stay in Niger despite ultimatum, says Macron
Macron insists that France will not change its position in condemning the coup and offering support to Bazoum.
China Makes One Final Diplomatic Push Ahead of ASEAN Leaders’ Summit
China’s regional diplomacy has struggled this year. Beijing can only hope for a better 2024, when Laos takes the helm.