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At least nine dead in Botswana floods following record rainfall

More than 5,000 people have been affected by the flooding which has caused extensive damage to roads, homes, and businesses.

Aid enters Gaza through Rafah as Palestinians struggle to access supplies

Aid continues to enter Gaza but many Palestinians struggle to access supplies. The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may end on Saturday, with no clear next steps.

Pope Francis slightly improved but remains in a critical condition

The Vatican said on Tuesday that he had a good night’s sleep and has resumed some work from his hospital room.

Senegal signs historic peace deal with Casamance separatists

The MFDC has been fighting for Casamance’s independence for over four decades, but recent years have seen progress toward peace. In May 2023, at least 250 MFDC fighters surrendered their weapons in Mongone, signaling a shift towards reconciliation.

UN chief says warmongers and autocrats are ‘suffocating’ human rights

Antonio Guterres said “warmongers" must end their disdain for the global order.

South Africa prop Steven Kitshoff retires from all rugby

The 33-year-old front-rower played 83 tests for the Springboks, winning back-to-back Rugby World Cups in 2019 and 2023. His last test for the Boks was the 12-11 win over New Zealand in the World Cup final in Paris two years ago.

Thousands gather outside the Vatican to pray for Pope Francis’ health

The 88-year-old Francis has pneumonia in both lungs and remains in critical condition despite showing a slight improvement after 11 days in the hospital.

Britain to Impose Sanctions on Rwanda Over Congo Conflict

Britain is set to impose sanctions on Rwanda in response to its involvement in the ongoing conflict in neighboring Congo

Unknown illness kills over 50 people in Congo

The interval between the onset of symptoms and death has been 48 hours in most cases, and "that’s what’s really worrying,” Serge Ngalebato, medical director of Bikoro Hospital, a regional monitoring centre, told The Associated Press.

Flying car developed by Alef Aeronautics completes test, with production planned soon

Alef Aeronautics' flying car, the Model Zero, passed a major test. It can drive and fly, with production slated for 2025-2026 and 3,000 pre-orders already in place.