FOREIGN
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Obama Honours Afrobeat Icon Fela Kuti In New Podcast Series
Former United States President, Barack Obama, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, in a new 12-part podcast series titled “Fela Kuti: Fear No Man.” The podcast, produced by Obama’s media company,…
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Madagascar in Turmoil: President Rajoelina Flees as Military Turns Against Him
Madagascar’s President, Andry Rajoelina, has reportedly left the country after weeks of protests and a military revolt, according to opposition sources. The incident happened just hours before Rajoelina was supposed to speak on national TV.…
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María Corina Machado Wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been named the winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her unwavering fight for democracy and human rights under President Nicolás Maduro’s authoritarian rule. Announcing the award…
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Cameroon Election: 92-Year-Old President Biya Set for Eighth Term
Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest head of state, is likely to extend his rule as the country holds its presidential election on Sunday. Biya, who has led since 1982, remains the most…
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Ebola Outbreak in Southern Congo Eases – WHO
The World Health Organization, WHO says the Ebola outbreak in southern Congo’s Kasai Province is easing, as no new cases have been recorded since October 1. The agency noted that ten days have passed without…
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Sarah Mullally Appointed First Female Archbishop of Canterbury
The Church of England on Friday announced the appointment of Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury, the first woman to hold the role, entrusting her with leadership of more than 85 million Anglicans worldwide. At…
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UK Set to Introduce Stricter Rules for Migrants Seeking Permanent Residency
The UK government is preparing to roll out stricter criteria for migrants applying for permanent residency, with new rules set to be announced by the interior minister on Monday requiring applicants to have a job,…
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Charlie Kirk’s Accused Killer Faces Death Penalty in Court
Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Provo, Utah, was formally charged on Tuesday with the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, in what prosecutors allege was a deliberate and politically motivated act of violence. They confirmed…
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Suspect in Charlie Kirk Killing Captured Following Family Tip
U.S. authorities have apprehended Tyler Robinson, the suspect wanted for the killing of prominent conservative activist Charlie Kirk, following a nationwide manhunt that ended with a tip from a family member. Utah Governor Spencer Cox…
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Federal Judge Stops Trump’s Effort to Oust Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction stopping former President Donald Trump from removing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, allowing her to continue in her role while her lawsuit against the dismissal is underway.…
