US accuses Wagner Group of supplying missiles to Sudan’s RSF
Washington warns that the Russian mercenary group is prolonging the conflict and causing 'further chaos' in Sudan.
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Sudan’s warring sides accuse each other of violating ceasefire
The truce between Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces was reached after 5 weeks of warfare in Sudan.
Final Virgin Galactic test flight paves way for paying customers
Company celebrates as it completes what is likely the final test before commercial space tourism operations begin.
US releases plan to combat anti-Semitism amid definition debate
Biden administration stops short of officially adopting IHRA anti-Semitism definition favoured by pro-Israel groups.
Nvidia close to being first trillion-dollar chip firm on AI use
US company dominates market for chips used to power ChatGPT and similar services, a key reason behind its stock surge.
‘The war we know is better’: Palestinians leave Sudan for Gaza
Adel Atallah escaped the Israeli blockade of Gaza in 2007 to build a life in Sudan, only to flee conflict once again.
UN conference pledges fall short of $7bn goal for Horn of Africa
The 2.4bn raised was less than the $7bn the UN says is needed to provide help to millions at risk in the region.
New vaccine trials show promise in fight against meningitis
Phase-3 trials show NmCV-5 vaccine can illicit immune response against the five main strains of meningococcal bacteria.
Guinea’s suppression of protests stokes anger against military
Anti-government protests are gaining momentum in Guinea as frustrations with the interim military government increases.
Rwandan genocide fugitive arrested in South Africa: UN tribunal
Kayishema, indicted by a UN tribunal on Rwanda in 2001, was at large until Wednesday's capture.
War comes home to Russia: Pro-Kyiv fighters seek Putin’s downfall
Russia has been jolted by one of the most daring incursions, allegedly carried out by groups including its nationals.
Prominent Algerian opposition activist arrested by authorities
Karim Tabbou, a prominent member of the Hirak movement, has been arrested several times since 2019.
Bangladesh promises free, fair polls after US warns of visa curbs
Dhaka assures free polls, due by January 2024, after US says it would restrict visas to Bangladeshis who undermine vote.
Paralysed man walks with device that connects brain, spinal cord
A paralysed man has regained the ability to walk smoothly using only his thoughts, for the first time.
Cambodia’s opposition disqualified from election, appeal fails
Cambodia’s Constitutional Council rejects appeal from opposition Candlelight Party to be allowed contest election.
Tunisia court frees radio station head arrested in crackdown
Several Mosaique FM journalists have been under scrutiny as Saied’s government cracks down on critics.
India’s opposition to boycott new parliament inauguration by Modi
Nineteen opposition parties announce boycott, accusing PM of sidelining Droupadi Murmu, India's first tribal president.
Cambodia condemned after union leader jailed over casino strike
Chhim Sithar found guilty of 'incitement' over strikes that began in 2021 when NagaWorld fired more than 1,300 staff.
Treason trial set for Russian hypersonic missile scientist
Anatoly Maslov and two colleagues from Khristianovich Institute of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics accused of treason.
Gold for safe passage: How a family of 12 escaped from Sudan
Egypt seemed so close - but Raga Makawi and her relatives were stranded at the border for days after fleeing Khartoum.