Posts

Renewed fighting near Uvira raises tensions in Eastern DR Congo
Renewed tensions are flaring in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with fresh fighting reported around the city of Uvira in South Kivu province.
Celebrations in South Florida as Venezuelans react to Maduro’s capture
South Florida erupted in celebration as news broke of the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Venezuelans in the region draped flags over their shoulders and chanted “liberty,” marking a moment many had long hoped for.
Cameroon and South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash
South Africa and Cameroon meet on Sunday in the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams aiming to extend their tournament runs after finishing second in their respective groups.
Senegal, Mali set up AFCON quarterfinal clash [Football Now]
Sadio Mané led Senegal to the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations after a 3-1 win over Sudan in Tangier on Saturday, while 10-man Mali defeated Tunisia on penalties to advance
Fear and uncertainty sweep Venezuela after US operation targets President Maduro
Fear and uncertainty are spreading across Venezuela following what US officials describe as a dramatic American military operation targeting President Nicolás Maduro.
Cuban Santería priests warn of conflicts and violence in 2026
Santería followers gathered in Havana on Friday to discover the Letter of the Year, the predictions of the priests for the New Year.
The Gambia: Dozens missing after boat carrying over 200 migrants capsized
At least 102 survivors were rescued and seven bodies recovered from the boat that capsized off the Gambian coast on New Year's Eve, President Adama Barrow said in a state broadcast.
DRC, Liberia among five new non-permanent UN Security Council members
The United Nations Security Council welcomed Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Latvia and Liberia, as its five new non-permanent members for the 2026-2027 period.
Israeli recognition of Somaliland is a ‘calculated distraction,’ Somali diplomat says
Somalia's ambassador the United Nations said Israel's move aimed to distract from its war in Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank.
A displaced grandmother and her grandson burn to death in Gaza tent fire
A fire broke out in the tent sheltering Amal Abu al-Khair and her family while her son was cooking dinner.