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Women Take to Streets as Xenophobia Concerns Grow Across South Africa

Hundreds of women marched through the streets of Johannesburg over the weekend to protest growing xenophobia and calls for the deportation of foreign nationals, arguing that immigrants play a vital role in South Africa's economy and communities. The demonstration came amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment in parts of the country, where some groups have demanded the removal of undocumented migrants and blamed foreigners for unemployment, crime, and pressure on public services. […]

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Pope Leo Arrives In Spain’s Canary Islands Carrying A Message Of Hope, Dignity, And Humanity For Migrants Risking Their Lives At Sea

Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Spain’s Canary Islands on a mission aimed at drawing global attention to the plight of migrants who continue to undertake dangerous journeys across the Atlantic in search of safety and opportunity. The visit, one of the most symbolic moments of his first official trip to Spain, underscores the Vatican’s longstanding concern over migration and humanitarian issues. The Canary Islands, located off the northwest coast […]

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Four Palestine Action Activists Face Sentencing In Case That Has Reignited Debate Over The Use Of UK Terrorism Laws

Four members of the pro-Palestinian activist group Palestine Action are due to be sentenced in the United Kingdom in a case that has reignited debate over the country's use of terrorism legislation against political activists. The activists, known as the "Filton Four", were convicted for their roles in a 2024 action at an Elbit Systems facility in Filton, near Bristol. Prosecutors said the group caused around £1 million worth of […]

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ECB Raises Interest Rates As Rising Energy Costs Threaten Europe’s Fragile Economic Recovery

Just when Europe appeared to be emerging from years of economic turbulence, a fresh geopolitical crisis is forcing policymakers back into inflation-fighting mode. The European Central Bank (ECB) has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, increasing its key deposit rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2.25%. The decision comes amid mounting concerns that the ongoing conflict involving Iran is driving up global energy prices and threatening to […]

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Middle East On Edge As Trump Warns Of Major Strike Against Iran And Targets Key Oil Infrastructure

Tensions between the United States and Iran have reached a new and potentially dangerous level after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that America would hit Iran "very hard tonight" if ongoing efforts to secure a peace agreement fail. The warning came in a post on Truth Social, where Trump claimed that much of Iran's military capability had already been weakened and vowed that the United States would intensify its actions […]

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12 Killed, Nine Injured as Gunmen Launch Deadly Attack in Johannesburg Settlement

Twelve people were killed and nine others injured after heavily armed gunmen opened fire in an informal settlement near Johannesburg, triggering a large scale police manhunt for those responsible. The attack took place late Tuesday night at the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland East of Johannesburg. Police said a group of more than 10 suspects arrived in a white Toyota Quantum and launched coordinated shootings at multiple locations within the […]

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Asian Markets Slide as US-Iran Escalation Sparks Fresh Global Economic Concerns

Asian stock markets fell sharply on Wednesday as renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran rattled investors and reignited fears of a broader Middle East conflict. The latest escalation has also raised concerns about global energy supplies and inflation, particularly due to the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments. Major indexes across the region recorded losses, with Japan's Nikkei and […]

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US and French Air Forces Mark 250 Years of American Independence With Joint Air Display

The United States of America and France have celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence with a joint air force display, highlighting the long-standing military and diplomatic ties between the two nations. The commemorative event featured aircraft from both the U.S. Air Force and the French Air and Space Force, showcasing aerial manoeuvres and military aviation capabilities. The display served as a symbol of the historic partnership forged during the […]

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MTN Nigeria CEO Says Company Was “Effectively Bankrupt” Before Tariff Increase

The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria Karl Toriola, has revealed that the telecom operator was “effectively bankrupt” before recent tariff adjustments were approved, warning that the company was on the verge of shutting down operations due to rising costs. Toriola made the statement while speaking on the impact of Nigeria’s operating environment on the telecommunications sector, explaining that the company was struggling to cover basic expenses such as diesel, […]

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