Why was former DR Congo president Kabila sentenced to death?
A military court in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has sentenced ex-President Joseph Kabila to death in absentia.
Macron doesn’t love the EU’s drone wall idea – politico.eu
- Macron doesn’t love the EU’s drone wall idea politico.eu
- With EU leaders discussing plans to counter Russian drones, what exactly is a ‘drone wall’? CNN
- EU leaders back 'drone wall' to repel Russia after airspace violations Reuters
- Von der Leyen and Costa psychodrama sees them struggle in Copenhagen politico.eu
- As Russia menaces NATO skies, E.U. plans to build a shield against drones The Washington Post
In Poland, migrant workers from Latin America report abuse, exploitation
Latin Americans are increasingly flocking to Poland for work, lured by the false promise of secure salaries.
Video: Rescue & recovery efforts continue after Philippines earthquake
Rescuers in the Philippines are searching for survivors and retrieving bodies after an earthquake struck.
China replaces high-level diplomat after reported detention
Liu Jianchao, previously tipped to be next foreign minister, has not been seen publicly in months
China’s ruling Communist party (CCP) has replaced the head of its powerful international department two months after he disappeared from public life.
Liu Jianchao, an influential official who had been widely tipped to be the next foreign minister, was reportedly detained while returning from an overseas trip in late July. He has not been seen publicly since.
Continue reading...Danish PM calls for strong answer from EU leaders to Russia’s hybrid attacks
Copenhagen is on alert as EU leaders discuss boosting their defences in response to disruption from drones and Russian war planes.
Pro-Palestine flotilla heading towards Gaza ‘harassed by Israeli naval boats’
Account of ‘intimidatory operation’ comes as Italy and Greece repeat call for Israel to guarantee safety of flotilla
A pro-Palestinian flotilla heading to Gaza has said it has been approached and harassed by Israeli naval boats that jammed one of its lead vessels’ communication systems as Italy and Greece reiterated calls for Israel to guarantee the safety of those onboard.
The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF), carrying about 500 people including the climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and former Barcelona mayor Ada Colau, said it had an encounter with Israeli navy vessels that circled the fleet’s “lead boat for around six minutes” while remotely disabling its communication systems.
Continue reading...Jobs, travel, national parks – what impact will US shutdown have?
Washington's political gridlock could inflict wide-ranging miseries, as anything deemed non-essential will be put on hold.
Jobs, travel, national parks – what impact will US shutdown have?
Washington's political gridlock could inflict wide-ranging miseries, as anything deemed non-essential will be put on hold.
Sudanese city under siege: ‘My son’s whole body is full of shrapnel’
Civilians pay the price as paramilitary fighters intensify their offensive to take full control of el-Fasher.
Bowen: Momentum is the strength of Trump’s Gaza plan, but lack of detail is its weakness
The plan is a significant moment - but it lacks the nuts and bolts that determine whether diplomatic agreements hold together, or don't.
Kenya offers reward as anger grows over failure to arrest suspected serial killer
Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, a prime suspect in the murder of more than 40 women, escaped from custody over a year ago.
Bomb threat shuts Oktoberfest in Munich after explosives spark deadly fire in home – CBS News
- Bomb threat shuts Oktoberfest in Munich after explosives spark deadly fire in home CBS News
- Germany news: Oktoberfest set to reopen after bomb scare DW
- Munich Oktoberfest to re-open after fatal house fire and bomb threat BBC
- Police say Oktoberfest reopens after a security sweep due to a bomb threat AP News
- Munich Oktoberfest fairgrounds closed after bomb threat and deadly explosion NBC News
Funfair ride breaks apart at school event in LA
No serious injuries were reported when parts of the ride came loose at a school event in Los Angeles.
South African firebrand MP Malema convicted of firing a gun in public
Julius Malema, known for his incendiary rhetoric, was recently convicted of hate speech.
Man suspected of ordering murder of three Argentine women arrested
The brutal torture and killing of the three women in Argentina sent shockwaves through the region.
State of calamity in Philippines province as earthquake kills 69
The earthquake comes barely more than a week after the country was hit by back-to-back typhoons.
Brown bear heavyweight Chunk wins Fat Bear Week despite injury
The bear was praised for his resilience and adaptability after beginning the contest with a broken jaw.
Deported from the US to Ghana then ‘dumped’ at the border: Nigerian man speaks out
US deportee says Ghanaian officers secretly moved him and others to Togo and left them there without documents.
Australia sunscreen scandal grows as more products pulled off shelves
The scandal has prompted a massive backlash in the world's biggest skin cancer hotspot.