Category: Global News
At least two dead as heavy rainfall triggers flash floods in Spain
Two people die in the Toledo province as flash floods force the closure of Madrid metro lines and high-speed rail links.
Gabon coup leader Nguema sworn in as transitional head of state
Nguema took the oath in the presidential palace in Gabon’s capital Libreville and promised credible elections.
Erdogan visits Putin in Russia’s Sochi in bid to revive Ukraine grain deal
Turkey seeks to persuade Russia to rejoin agreement, which allowed Ukraine to export farm goods across the Black Sea.
What is Pirola – the newest BA.2.86 coronavirus variant spreading?
US health agency recommends keeping up to date with COVID vaccines and booster shots annually along with flu jabs.
What is Burning Man? All you need to know about the festival and floods
About 70,000 people remain stuck in mud as rare desert rain poured down in parts of the US's northwest state of Nevada.
Who is Rustem Umerov, Ukraine’s next defence minister?
The multilingual Crimean Tatar boasts a successful career in finance and is known for being a skilled negotiator.
‘I have to leave’: Migrants flock to US ‘mobility’ centres in Latin America
Critics argue 'Safe Mobility' sites in countries like Colombia are no substitute for asylum at the US-Mexico border.
Africa Climate Summit begins in Kenya: A simple guide to proceedings
The meeting opens in Nairobi as Kenyan President Ruto, its champion, stands accused of doublespeak on climate change.
Ireland considers legal action against UK’s Northern Ireland legacy bill
Dublin opposes a proposed UK law that would grant immunity to those involved in 30 years of Northern Ireland conflict.
How much does Africa contribute to global carbon emissions?
Africa, which contributes just 4 percent of global CO2 emissions, will suffer the most from climate change.