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Global humanitarian crisis worsens, UN seeks $23 Billion for 2026

The humanitarian system is overstretched, underfunded and under attack, the United Nations Humanitarian chief warned on Monday, as he launched an appeal for $23 billion for 2026.

17 migrants drown in Crete sea crossing

At least 17 migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat died when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities say.

France and Nigeria to strengthen relations amid Nigerian security crisis

French president Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday that his country would strengthen ties with Nigeria at the request of his Nigerian counterpart Bola Tinubu. This comes amid a growing security crisis in Nigeria's north.

Authorities in Nigeria secure the release of 100 kidnapped students

After more than two weeks in captivity, 100 students kidnapped from their school in Nigeria have been released.

Italy swimmer Damiano Lestingi proposes during Olympic Flame event

Italy’s Damiano Lestingi proposed during the Olympic Flame event in Civitavecchia, turning his Milano Cortina 2026 duties into a personal milestone.

New Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine’s Sumy region, residents evacuated amid fires

Ukraine reports new Russian drone strikes in Sumy region as firefighters tackle fires and rescuers evacuate residents from a damaged building in Okhtyrka.

Uganda: opposition leader Bobi Wine says he was beaten by security forces

The prominent opposition candidate and former pop star Bobi Wine said in posts on social network X late on Saturday that he was attacked while campaigning in the north of the country.

Kenya dominates at Valencia Marathon as Korir and Jepkosgei set personal bests

It was a clean sweep for Kenya at the 45th Valencia Marathon on Sunday - as runners John Korir and Joyciline Jepkosgei dominated the competition.

Al Hoceima closes schools amid severe weather in Northern Morocco

The temporary shutdown is part of wider precautionary measures taken across northern Morocco as the country faces a new wave of unstable weather, including rain, snowfall in higher elevations, and colder temperatures.

Zuma’s 18-year corruption battle nears crucial court ruling

Zuma is also fighting a ruling ordering him to repay $1.6 million in state-funded legal fees from his corruption defense. He is appealing the judgment, insisting he is not liable.