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An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school kills over 80 people

The Israeli military acknowledged the strike on the Tabeen school, claiming it hit a Hamas command center within the school. Hamas denied that.

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins gold to cap an Olympics amid scrutiny

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has won a gold medal Friday at the Paris Olympics, emerging a champion from a tumultuous run at the Games where she endured intense scrutiny in the ring and online abuse from around the world over misconceptions about her wo...

UNICEF says Sudan’s future depends on a ceasefire

UNICEF Representative to Sudan Sheldon Yett today (8 Aug) said the country is experiencing a “child protection emergency,” and stressed that “the future of Sudan depends on a ceasefire.”

Mali expels Swedish ambassador amid strained relations with the West

Mali on Friday ordered Ambassador Kristina Kuhnel to leave the country within 72 hours.

Paris Olympics closing ceremony this weekend

It will feature traditional highlights, including the athletes’ parade and the handover of the Olympic flag to the organisers of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

US rapper Travis Scott arrested in Paris over altercation with hotel guard

French prosecutors say he was taken into custody by police after an alleged attack on a hotel security guard attempting to break up a fight between the rapper and his bodyguard.

Actor Zoë Kravitz debuts “Blink Twice” her first film as director

Kravitz received a show of support from Hollywood on Thursday at the star-studded Los Angeles premiere of the film.

Joel Embiid says he is going to have fun when US faces France for gold

The Cameroon-born American basketball player has been booed by the French crowds during the Olympics for choosing to play for the United States rather than France.

DR Congo: Some groups express doubts about UN support for SADC mission

The UN Security Council on Tuesday authorised its mission, MONUSCO, to provide logistical support to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission in the DRC.

Police order investigation into the murder of Nigeria cross-dresser “Abuja Area Mama”

Police order investigation into the murder of Nigeria cross dresser “Abuja Area Mama”