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Sierra Leone elects a new president and government this June. Here’s what you need to know about the election.
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Nigeria: Boat capsizes in river Niger, 100 feared dead
The incident happened on the river Niger in central Nigeria early on Monday.
Cyclone Biparjoy to hit India, Pakistan: What we know so far
The two nations brace as the year's first powerful cyclone approaches their western and southern coasts respectively.
At least nine people injured in Denver shooting
Police say three of those injured are in critical condition and a suspect was shot and is in custody.
UN chief Guterres backs proposal to form watchdog to monitor AI
Secretary-general says the risks posed by artificial intelligence threatens democracy and human rights.
Trump’s arraignment: What to expect at court appearance in Miami
Former US President Donald Trump is set to appear in court in Miami at 3pm (19:00 GMT) to face 37 felony counts.
Three people found dead in Nottingham: UK police
Suspect is arrested on suspicion of murder after the driver of a van tries to run over three other people, injures them.
How common is albinism and what gene causes it?
Albinism Awareness Day aims to promote understanding of albinism and combat discrimination against people with albinism.
Read the full text of the Donald Trump indictment
On Tuesday, Trump is set to appear in federal court in Florida, days after being indicted on 37 charges.
US says 22 soldiers injured in Syria helicopter accident
Enemy fire not reported at time of US helicopter 'mishap' in northeast Syria where hundreds of US soldiers are based.
Rights groups to screen BBC film on Modi before White House visit
Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International schedule a private screening, two days ahead of Indian PM's state visit.
India, Nigeria, Turkey threatened Twitter shutdown: Jack Dorsey
Indian government dismisses allegation by Twitter's ex-CEO as an 'outright lie'.
Police say driver going too fast in fatal Australia bus crash
The driver could face years in prison if found guilty after 10 people were killed when the bus came off the road.
Colombia plane crash: Children recovering, custody tussle starts
The Colombian Family Welfare Institute says the four children are 'in high spirits' as relatives claim custody.
Twitter CEO pledges ‘world’s most accurate real-time information’
Linda Yaccarino lays out her vision for 'Twitter 2.0' a week after taking the helm of the troubled Musk-owned platform.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas arrives in China
Four-day state visit comes amid hopes China can help facilitate Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.
Colombian ELN ceasefire raises concerns over limits to violence
The agreement is a milestone for the Colombian government, though doubts remain over its ability to reduce violence.
Blinken hails US progress on China spying after Cuba revelations
US officials say China has for years operated spying facilities in Cuba that were upgraded in 2019.
UBS is wealth management behemoth after Credit Suisse takeover
As a result of biggest banking deal since 2008 crisis, UBS will oversee $5 trillion in assets, giving it lead position.
‘Wedding or a funeral?’ Taliban bans music at Kabul wedding halls
The Taliban bans music at Kabul weddings halls because it is considered against the teachings of Islam.