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Spirit Tales: Sudan’s ‘houseguests’
Doors opening on their own, friendly tugs on toes, the house spirits of Sudan coexist with their hosts.
Spirit Tales: Tunisia’s hammam maiden
In the Old Medina of Tunis, a spooky tale of a daughter led astray keeps young women out of one particular hammam.
Kenyan police on trial for ‘assassination’ of Pakistani journalist
Arshad Sharif was killed last year when police at a checkpoint opened fire on his car.
Is the trajectory of Lebanon-Israel border conflict changing?
An upcoming Hassan Nasrallah speech on Friday could provide a better idea of Hezbollah's plans for dealing with Israel.
Where is the ‘responsibility to protect’ in Gaza?
Yesterday's proponents of the 'responsibility to protect' doctrine are today's biggest supporters of Israel's assault.
Saudi Arabia certain to host 2034 FIFA World Cup as Australia drops out
Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup will go uncontested after Australia dropped out.
Thousands of Afghan refugees fleeing Pakistan as deportation deadline looms
People head to the border before the expiration of a deadline for 'illegal' migrants to leave or face deportation.
Montenegro’s new government eyes EU membership as it finally takes power
Andrija Mandic of a pro-Russian and pro-Serbian alliance is appointed speaker of the parliament after negotiations.
Once pro-Palestinian, Greece is now one of Israel’s closest European allies
The two countries share energy ambitions, defence partnerships and a mistrust of Turkey, analysts say.
In Rafah, Israeli bombing shatters buildings, shatters lives
Residents of southern town struggle to find safety from relentless Israeli bombardment.