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Guterres urges global support for Sudan amidst crisis

At the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on the international community to urgently act in support of Sudan

Thailand rescues 260 trafficked workers from Myanmar scam centres

Thailand’s military announced that 260 individuals, believed to have been trafficked and forced to work in online scam centres, will be repatriated after being rescued from Myanmar

Pope’s health status: fair condition amid ongoing respiratory issues

Pope Francis was admitted to the hospital on Friday after his week-long struggle with bronchitis took a turn for the worse, leading to treatment for a respiratory tract infection, according to the Vatican.

Chicago zoo gives its cherished animals Valentine’s Day treats

The zoo treated a tiger, bear, leopards, grey seals and a sea lion to some heart-shaped treats.

Politicians compete to become next AU President

Djiboutian diplomat Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Kenyan former prime minister Raila Amolo Odinga, and former Malagasy foreign minister Richard Randriamandrato are all vying to become the next president of the African Union Commission.

Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye appears frail in court

Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition leader, appeared in court on Friday looking weak, according to his supporters, after one of his lawyers described him as "critically ill."

PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi faces preliminary charges

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been hit with preliminary charges from a probe into alleged corruption, according to a judicial official.

M23 Rebels Seize Key Airport in Eastern Congo

The rebels, who captured Goma last month, are advancing south toward Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu. If they succeed, it would mark a major territorial gain and further weaken Kinshasa's control in the east.

Consecutive droughts Impact Morocco’s livestock, reports Minister of Agriculture

Morocco's cattle and sheep populations have dropped by 38% since the last census nine years ago, primarily due to ongoing drought conditions, according to Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari on Thursday.

Luis Rubiales trial ends: verdict awaited on non-consensual kiss

The trial of Luis Rubiales, the former head of Spanish football, concluded on Friday.