M23 rebels advance on Goma, sparking panic and injuries
Panic engulfed Goma as M23 rebels advanced steadily towards the city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, clashing with the national army on Thursday.
Italy says expelled wanted Libyan warlord because he posed ‘danger’
Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi fielded pointed questions from opposition lawmakers during a Senate session two days after Ossama Anjiem, also known as Ossama al-Masri, was flown on a government plane back to Tripoli, where he received a hero's welcome.
Sudan’s army clashes with RSF over oil refinery near Khartoum
Eyewitnesses reported smoke over Khartoum, with footage showing army forces securing the town’s entrance. Meanwhile, in el-Fasher, fighting escalated after the RSF’s 48-hour ultimatum for the army to withdraw expired, prompting airstrikes on RSF positions.
Thousands flee as fighting in the eastern DRC escalates
The United Nations warned that conflict in the region has reached alarming new levels.
UAE strengthens its role as Africa’s leading investor {Business Africa}
The UAE has become Africa’s leading investor, pouring billions into renewable energy, infrastructure, and other critical sectors and despite regional challenges such as inflation and climate concerns, Africa’s economy is expected to grow modestly in 2025, with a projected GDP rise  to 3.7%.
UN Chief: Gangs threaten to seize control of Haiti’s capital
Gangs in Haiti could overrun the capital, Port-au-Prince, leading to a complete breakdown of government authority without additional international support for the beleaguered national police, the United Nations chief warned.
Rare blossom of the corpse flower in Sydney
The flowering of the amorphophallus titanum, nicknamed "Putricia", attracted more than 13,000 visitors to the Royal Sydney Botanic Garden.
Houston Zoo animals discover snow for the first time
A winter storm blanketed Texas and the northern Gulf Coast, closing schools and paralysing traffic. Animals at the Houston Zoo, on he other hand, had more fun.
Walker set for Milan move after leaving Manchester City
Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has arrived in Italy on Thursday for a medical ahead of an anticipated transfer
Hughes Fire forces 50,000 to evacuate
Firefighters fought to maintain the upper hand on a huge and rapidly moving wildfire in Los Angeles forcing 50,000 people to evacuate