At least 200 people are feared dead after Nigerian military airstrikes reportedly hit a village market in Yobe state while targeting militants in the northeast on Saturday night. Residents and a local councillor said the attack caused heavy civilian casualties. The Nigerian Air Force said it had carried out strikes against Boko Haram fighters in […]
US Vice President JD Vance says the United States has left peace talks with Iran in Pakistan without reaching an agreement after 21 hours of negotiations. The failure to secure a deal has put a fragile two-week ceasefire at risk, with Vance warning that the outcome is more harmful to Iran than to the US. […]
Pope Leo has called on world leaders to end the “madness of war,” making a strong appeal for peace. His message came as officials from the United States and Iran met in Pakistan to discuss ending the six-week conflict. Speaking at St. Peter’s Basilica, he criticised the use of religion to justify violence and warned […]
Arsenal suffered a frustrating 2–1 defeat to AFC Bournemouth at Emirates Stadium, with tension visible as players struggled to find form. The loss denied Arsenal a chance to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League, leaving fans and manager Mikel Arteta visibly anxious as their title push faltered. Despite remaining nine points […]
Experts have hailed the safe return of four astronauts from NASA Artemis II as a historic milestone in space exploration. Thabani Mazibuko says South Africa played a key role through its ground stations, which supported tracking and communication during the mission. Mazibuko has urged the government to invest more in science and technology education, highlighting […]
Ghana plans to remove some fuel taxes and supply-chain levies to ease pressure on consumers as pump prices rise due to the Middle East conflict involving Iran. Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the changes will take effect within a week, with final details to be confirmed after consultations with industry stakeholders. The country, which […]
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has announced plans to trial synthetic shuttlecocks in lower-tier tournaments, including junior international events, due to a shortage of duck and goose feathers. The shortage, driven by rising raw material costs in China, has led to shuttlecock prices more than doubling over the past year. The trials form part of […]
According to Lebanon’s health ministry, Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon killed 89 people, including 12 medics, and injured 700 today. The strikes mainly hit southern Lebanon and follow escalating tensions between Hezbollah and Israel amid the broader US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Smoke rose over Beirut’s southern suburbs as the attacks unfolded. Meanwhile, US military officials signaled […]
The United States, Iran, and Israel have agreed to a two-week ceasefire mediated by Pakistan. The truce pauses attacks and allows time for talks toward a longer-term peace, though disagreements remain on details. Israel will honor the ceasefire but may continue other operations, while Iran stresses the agreement is temporary. Pakistan plays a key mediating […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa has received credentials from 20 new ambassadors at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse, marking the start of their diplomatic duties in South Africa. He reaffirmed the country’s commitment to democracy, human rights, and a fair global order, calling for peace through dialogue and stronger international cooperation. Ramaphosa also highlighted improving economic conditions, […]