The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo continues to expand, with two more health zones now affected, according to the latest government figures. The Ministry of Health said the outbreak has reached 60 health zones across the region. The newly affected areas are Biena and Manguredjipa in North Kivu province. The spread has raised fresh concerns… Continue reading Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Spreads to 60 Health Zones
British soldiers could soon use powered paragliders to travel deep behind enemy lines, under a new £6 million defence programme aimed at giving UK forces greater mobility and flexibility. The backpack-sized machines could allow troops from the Royal Marines and Parachute Regiment to reach hostile areas without relying on traditional aircraft. The powered gliders can… Continue reading British Troops Could Soon Fly 200 Miles Behind Enemy Lines
Anna Róza Unger has been elected to lead Hungary’s new National Asset Recovery and Protection Office, known as the NVVH, after receiving 145 votes in a secret parliamentary ballot. The new authority is expected to play a major role in recovering public assets and financial resources that were allegedly lost or unlawfully managed. Its creation… Continue reading Anna Unger Named Head of Hungary Anti-Corruption Body
Trump announced the change on Thursday from the Oval Office. He said the new name would take effect immediately. However, the order applies only to US federal references. It does not control what Canada, international organizations or other groups call the lake. The decision quickly drew criticism from Canadian and US officials. Canadian Prime Minister… Continue reading Trump Renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’ in Canada Feud
Diplomatic efforts over the Iran war are increasingly focusing on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran considers conditions for restoring normal shipping through the vital waterway. Qatar and Pakistan have stepped up their diplomatic efforts after the United States moved away from direct negotiations and adopted a stronger economic pressure campaign against Iran. On… Continue reading Strait of Hormuz: Iran War Diplomacy Focuses on Reopening
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) candidate Iftikhar Gillani has been elected the new prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), securing 30 votes in the Legislative Assembly. Gillani defeated Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) candidate Sardar Mukhtar Ahmad Khan Abbasi, who received 14 votes during Friday’s voting. A total of 44 votes were cast in the… Continue reading Iftikhar Gillani Elected AJK Prime Minister
Brazil has sued Discord over alleged failures to protect children and teenagers on the chat platform, seeking about $97 million in damages. The lawsuit, filed by the Brazilian government on Wednesday, follows unsuccessful discussions with Discord over measures intended to protect young users. Authorities say the platform has not done enough to comply with Brazilian… Continue reading Brazil Discord Lawsuit Seeks $97m Over Child Safety
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been questioned by police after spending several days in hiding following his dispute over the country’s recent presidential election, state broadcaster ZNBC reports. Authorities reportedly took Mundubile into police custody after he and his running mate, Makebi Zulu, had stayed at a secure location under United Nations protection in… Continue reading Zambian Opposition Leader Brian Mundubile Questioned by Police
The number of asylum seekers in UK hotels has fallen by half in a year, according to new Home Office figures, as the government works to reduce the use of temporary accommodation. More than 32,000 asylum seekers were staying in hotels in June 2025. By June 2026, that figure had dropped to just over 16,000.… Continue reading Asylum Seekers in UK Hotels Halve in One Year, Data Shows
The European Union is pressing Meta to introduce stronger protections for children after the company agreed to major restrictions on teen use of Facebook and Instagram in the United States. The European Commission said Thursday that it expects Meta to address features that can encourage excessive use of its platforms. Brussels has been examining the… Continue reading EU Pressures Meta to Protect Kids After US Settlement
