Category: Global News
Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball from Mexico sells for $3.35m
Maradona’s 1986 World Cup ball sold for $3.35m. He used his hand to score against England, dubbing it the ‘Hand of God’.
Human-caused Nevada wildfire forces 42,000 people to evacuate
A fast-moving wildfire near Reno, Nevada, has forced 42,000 people to evacuate and put another 45,000 on alert.
Can Kenya’s AI ambitions coexist with Naivasha’s water needs?
As Kenya courts data-centre investment, communities fear growing pressure on an already stressed water system.
Ebola cases in DRC hit 5,515 as Pope Leo urges global action to save lives
Case fatality rate climbs to nearly 48 percent in DRC, meaning almost one in two people infected with Ebola are dying.
Tokayev allies head for landslide victory in Kazakhstan elections
Exit polls give Kazakhstan’s pro-Tokayev Adilet party about 70 percent of the vote in the parliamentary elections.
Large forest fire burns close to residential areas in Ankara
A large forest fire is threatening homes near residential areas of Mamak on the outskirts of the Turkish capital.
India crushes cockroach dissent as ‘Fix Schools’ campaign riles Modi
The Cockroach Janta Party’s ‘Fix the Schools’ campaign in India is facing pushback from BJP leaders and supporters.
Iran war live: Iranian parliament advances plans for Hormuz service fees
Draft law says ships of countries permitted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz will pay for services provided by Iran.
Will Donald Trump’s new sanctions against Iran work?
The US president says he will impose 'crushing measures' on Tehran.
Serbia requests international assistance to battle wildfires
Serbia requested assistance from the European Union and Russia to help bring intense wildfires under control.