Super Typhoon Bavi has been downgraded but is still dangerous, meteorologists say.
Kenya’s “Birdman” goes viral with rescued birds — and sparks health concerns
A Kenyan man known online as “Birdman” has become a viral sensation for sharing his life with rescued wild birds. The former homeless man from Nairobi says caring for injured birds gave him purpose and now forms the heart of his conservation message. …
Scottish shipyards likely to benefit from new warship work
It is understood that Scottish shipyards are likely to benefit from “a substantial and exciting opportunity” to build new combat vessels and drone warships.
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World Cup 2026: Morocco still reeling after defeat to France
For the second straight tournament, Morocco was ousted by the French 2-0 — this time in the quarterfinals on Thursday at Gillette Stadium, four years after losing by the same score in the semifinals.
Kenya court to rule on Rastafarians’ cannabis petition
On July 15, Kenya’s High Court is set to deliver a landmark ruling. For years, Rastafarians — whose faith is officially recognised in Kenya — have been seeking the legalisation of cannabis, which they consider essential to their religious practice. Th…
EACOP: Ugandan farmers sue UK company in London
Another legal setback for the massive EACOP oil pipeline. Four Ugandan farmers whose land lies directly along the pipeline’s route, which is intended to connect Uganda to Tanzania, filed a lawsuit this week in London’s High Court against the British c…
Sudan: EU calls for terrorist listing of RSF
The European Parliament adopted a milestone resolution on July 8 that addresses the armed conflict in Sudan and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacks in El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan. Our correspondent Bastien Renouil tells us more.
Spain into World Cup semi-final with France after late strike against Belgium
Spain struck late to beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday and move onto a blockbuster World Cup semi-final against France after a game decided by a goalkeeping error from Senne Lammens.
China evacuates over one million as Typhoon Bavi nears
More than 900,000 people have fled their homes in China, officials said, as an approaching typhoon lashed northern Taiwan and Japan’s remote southwestern islands on Saturday, toppling trees and leaving tens of thousands without power.
Typhoon Bavi i…
S Jaishankar To Launch India’s UN Security Council Bid. Why It Matters
The campaign is the first step in India’s bid to take its place in the Asia-Pacific bloc.