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World Leaders Arrive in France as G7 Summit Opens Amid Global Tensions

World leaders have begun arriving in Évian-les-Bains, France, for the 2026 G7 summit, where major economies are set to discuss global security, economic stability and ongoing geopolitical crises. The summit brings together leaders from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the European Union, alongside invited partners from countries including India, South Korea, Brazil, Kenya and others. This year’s meeting is expected to be dominated by […]

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US Music Star Oliver Tree Among Six Killed in Mid Air Helicopter Collision in Brazil

US Alt pop musician and internet personality Oliver Tree has died in a helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in a crash that also claimed five other lives and left investigators searching for answers. The crash occurred on Sunday morning during what authorities say was a world tour stop. One of the helicopters fell from the sky and crashed into a car park at a dealership, triggering a fire […]

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UK Appoints Peter Vowles as New High Commissioner to Nigeria

The United Kingdom has named Peter Vowles as its new High Commissioner to Nigeria, marking a key diplomatic appointment aimed at strengthening relations between both countries. Vowles will take over responsibilities as the UK’s top representative in Nigeria, overseeing diplomatic engagement, trade relations, and cooperation on security, development, and migration issues between both nations. He brings extensive experience in international development and diplomacy, having previously served in senior roles within […]

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China Drops Over 12,000 University Courses in Major Shift Toward AI and Technology

China has suspended more than 12,000 university degree programmes as part of a sweeping overhaul of its higher education system aimed at aligning graduates' skills with the demands of an increasingly technology driven economy. The move has largely affected courses in arts, humanities, foreign languages, public administration, and management, while new programmes focused on artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced technology have been introduced. According to education data, Chinese universities eliminated […]

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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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