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Late Penalty Miss Denies Uganda AFCON Win Against Tanzania
Uganda's Allan Okello missed a late penalty as his side had to settle for a 1-1 draw against East African neighbours Tanzania at the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday.
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Secret Rain Pattern May Have Driven Long Spells of Dry and Wetter Periods Across Horn of Africa: Study
Scientists have identified a hidden rainfall pattern that could reshape global farming. Research shows crops suffer greater drought stress when rain comes mainly from land rather than oceans. The findings highlight rising risks in the U.S. Midwest and East Africa and suggest that forest conservation and better land management could help protect rai...
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Global Trade To Surpass $35 Trillion In 2025 Driven By East Asia, Africa: UN
Global trade in 2025 is set to surge past $35 trillion for the first time, but the outlook for 2026 is more subdued, the United Nations said Tuesday.
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India-Pak, Israel-Iran, Congo War: 5 Major Conflicts Around The World In 2025
The year 2025 witnessed a series of major armed conflicts that reshaped regional security dynamics and tested diplomatic frameworks across the globe.
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2027 Solar Eclipse To Bring Longest Darkness Of The Century
A rare total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 will plunge parts of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East into darkness for up to 6 minutes.
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"It Felt Like A Sudden Bomb": Eyewitness On Ethiopian Volcanic Eruption
A long-dormant volcano erupted in Ethiopia's north-eastern region for the first time in nearly 12,000 years, sending thick plumes of ash and smoke up to 9 miles (14 km) into the sky and across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman.
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Ethiopian Volcano Erupts After 12,000 Years, Ash Enters Delhi Amid Toxic Air
The Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted in the Afar region of Ethiopia, sending thick plumes of smoke up to 14 kilometres into the sky.
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Gazans Say They Paid $2,000 Per Seat For Flight To South Africa
Gazans said they paid $2,000 per seat to fly their families to South Africa on a trip arranged by a group offering a way out of the devastated enclave, in what South Africa alleged on Monday appeared to be part of a bid to displace Palestinians.
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Over 150 Palestinians Were Held For Around 12 Hours In South Africa
South African authorities faced heavy criticism Friday after they held more than 150 Palestinians, including a woman who is nine months pregnant, on a plane for around 12 hours due to complications with their travel documents.
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Emirates Ad Faces Backlash Over UAE's Alleged Arms Ties To Sudan's Rebels
A glossy promo photo of Emirates' business class has ignited outrage online. The airline's recent post on X showcased its luxurious A380 cabin captioned, "This is how we do Business", followed by a halo and cloud emoji.
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Egypt Reopens Tomb Of Amenhotep III For Public After 20 Years Of Renovation
Egypt on Saturday opened a tomb of a pharaoh for visitors after more than two decades of renovation in the southern city of Luxor, as it prepares for the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
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Global Smartphone Market to Grow 1 Percent in 2025, Despite Challenging Economy, Soft Demand: IDC
IDC projects global smartphone shipments to rise 1 percent in 2025 to 1.24 billion units, driven by iOS growth and replacement demand, with a 1.5 percent compound annual growth rate through 2029. Despite weak demand in China, growth in the US, the Middle East, and Africa will offset declines. Vendors are reportedly prioritising value creation with ...
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Asia To Africa: Inside Putin's Plan To Export Russian Cyber Capabilities Worldwide
As the US and Europe tighten restrictions on Russian tech firms, Moscow is quietly extending its cyber influence across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, presenting its commercial cybersecurity capabilities as protection against Western interference
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From France To Canada, List Of Countries That Recognise Palestine As A State
Almost 150 of the 193 UN members, including the majority of nations in Asia, Africa, and South America, recognise Palestinian statehood.
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No Logic Behind Trump's 50% Tariff; Talks Continue With US: Official
There is no logic or reason behind the Trump administration's "unilateral" move to impose 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports to the US, a senior Indian diplomat said on Thursday.
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Late Penalty Miss Denies Uganda AFCON Win Against Tanzania
Uganda's Allan Okello missed a late penalty as his side had to settle for a 1-1 draw against East African neighbours Tanzania at the Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday.
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Secret Rain Pattern May Have Driven Long Spells of Dry and Wetter Periods Across Horn of Africa: Study
Scientists have identified a hidden rainfall pattern that could reshape global farming. Research shows crops suffer greater drought stress when rain comes mainly from land rather than oceans. The findings highlight rising risks in the U.S. Midwest and East Africa and suggest that forest conservation and better land management could help protect rai...
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Global Trade To Surpass $35 Trillion In 2025 Driven By East Asia, Africa: UN
Global trade in 2025 is set to surge past $35 trillion for the first time, but the outlook for 2026 is more subdued, the United Nations said Tuesday.
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India-Pak, Israel-Iran, Congo War: 5 Major Conflicts Around The World In 2025
The year 2025 witnessed a series of major armed conflicts that reshaped regional security dynamics and tested diplomatic frameworks across the globe.
-
2027 Solar Eclipse To Bring Longest Darkness Of The Century
A rare total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 will plunge parts of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East into darkness for up to 6 minutes.
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"It Felt Like A Sudden Bomb": Eyewitness On Ethiopian Volcanic Eruption
A long-dormant volcano erupted in Ethiopia's north-eastern region for the first time in nearly 12,000 years, sending thick plumes of ash and smoke up to 9 miles (14 km) into the sky and across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman.
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Ethiopian Volcano Erupts After 12,000 Years, Ash Enters Delhi Amid Toxic Air
The Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted in the Afar region of Ethiopia, sending thick plumes of smoke up to 14 kilometres into the sky.
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Gazans Say They Paid $2,000 Per Seat For Flight To South Africa
Gazans said they paid $2,000 per seat to fly their families to South Africa on a trip arranged by a group offering a way out of the devastated enclave, in what South Africa alleged on Monday appeared to be part of a bid to displace Palestinians.
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Over 150 Palestinians Were Held For Around 12 Hours In South Africa
South African authorities faced heavy criticism Friday after they held more than 150 Palestinians, including a woman who is nine months pregnant, on a plane for around 12 hours due to complications with their travel documents.
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Emirates Ad Faces Backlash Over UAE's Alleged Arms Ties To Sudan's Rebels
A glossy promo photo of Emirates' business class has ignited outrage online. The airline's recent post on X showcased its luxurious A380 cabin captioned, "This is how we do Business", followed by a halo and cloud emoji.
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Egypt Reopens Tomb Of Amenhotep III For Public After 20 Years Of Renovation
Egypt on Saturday opened a tomb of a pharaoh for visitors after more than two decades of renovation in the southern city of Luxor, as it prepares for the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
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Global Smartphone Market to Grow 1 Percent in 2025, Despite Challenging Economy, Soft Demand: IDC
IDC projects global smartphone shipments to rise 1 percent in 2025 to 1.24 billion units, driven by iOS growth and replacement demand, with a 1.5 percent compound annual growth rate through 2029. Despite weak demand in China, growth in the US, the Middle East, and Africa will offset declines. Vendors are reportedly prioritising value creation with ...
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Asia To Africa: Inside Putin's Plan To Export Russian Cyber Capabilities Worldwide
As the US and Europe tighten restrictions on Russian tech firms, Moscow is quietly extending its cyber influence across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, presenting its commercial cybersecurity capabilities as protection against Western interference
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From France To Canada, List Of Countries That Recognise Palestine As A State
Almost 150 of the 193 UN members, including the majority of nations in Asia, Africa, and South America, recognise Palestinian statehood.
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No Logic Behind Trump's 50% Tariff; Talks Continue With US: Official
There is no logic or reason behind the Trump administration's "unilateral" move to impose 50 per cent tariffs on Indian exports to the US, a senior Indian diplomat said on Thursday.
