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Ethiopia fighting threatens return to civil and regional war
Security concerns for Africa’s most populous country and neighbouring Eritrea as fragile peace looks set to unravelFinancial Times - 14h -
Her films put a uniquely surreal Africa on the map. Rungano Nyoni won't be limited by expectations
The Zambian-born director has, with only two features, stunned film festivals and emerged as a major African voice, one attuned to cosmic (and comic) injustice.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 7 -
‘We are one people’: Soca stars including Machel Montano highlight Caribbean’s connection to Africa
Trinidad and Tobago and its neighbors mix music genres in a fast-growing transatlantic artistic exchange. It was the wee hours of carnival on Saturday when the soca legend Machel Montano and ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
The making of Elon Musk: how did his childhood in apartheid South Africa shape him?
The billionaire and now Trump adviser grew up amid the collapse of white rule, attending an all-white school and then a more liberal one. With an imposing double-winged redbrick main building, and ...The Guardian - 6d -
12 dead, dozens hurt as bus overturns, passengers thrown on highway in South Africa
Emergency services say at least 12 people died and 45 were injured when a bus overturned on a highway in the South African city of JohannesburgABC News - 5d -
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Why Trump is singling out South Africa and accusing it of being anti-white and anti-American
The Trump administration’s decision to expel the South African ambassador is its latest move against a country it has singled out for sanctions and accused of being anti-white and anti-AmericanABC News - 1d -
Trump Tries to Use White South Africans as Cautionary Tale
The president and his allies accuse South Africa of discriminating against and killing white people, and warn that it could happen in America if attempts to promote diversity aren’t stopped.The New York Times - 1d -
Four boys killed by an Israeli drone strike in Gaza
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that South Africa’s ambassador to the United States “is no longer welcome” in the country, in the latest Trump administration move targeting the African ...NBC News - 1d -
‘If you don’t get early years right, children are unlikely to catch up’: why South Africa is trying to reboot its school system
With 80% of 10-year-olds unable to read for meaning, the government is prioritising literacy and numeracy among pre-school pupils as it tackles its education problems. When she noticed children ...The Guardian - 6d -
Elon Musk was right — Social Security is a Ponzi scheme
Social Security is unsustainable. The rare, brave soul who admits this truth can expect to suffer the consequences.The Hill - 4d -
Labour councillor guilty of indecent exposure should quit, says health secretary
The health secretary calls for his former aide to resign after the aide admitted indecent exposure.BBC News - 4d -
Man who stalked Cheryl Tweedy jailed for 16 weeks
A 50-year-old man is sentenced after admitting harassment and breaching a restraining order.BBC News - 2d -
Pope seen for the first time since going to hospital
The pontiff has been recovering from pneumonia, after he was admitted last month.BBC News - 11h -
Vatican releases first photo of Pope Francis since his hospitalization
Pope Francis was photographed at the hospital for the first time since he was admitted last month for double pneumonia.NBC News - 11h -
Celebrations and protests in the US and around the world mark International Women’s Day
From Istanbul and Warsaw to New York and Los Angeles, activists demand equality and the end of gender-based violence. Women took to the streets of cities across Europe, Africa and elsewhere to mark ...The Guardian - Mar. 8 -
Appreciation: Playwright Athol Fugard proved the pen could be mightier than the sword
An appreciation of South African playwright Athol Fugard, whose plays that bore witness to the cruelty of apartheid, including 'Blood Knot,' 'Boesman and Lena,' 'A Lesson From Aloes' and 'My ...Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Trump’s ‘drill, baby, drill’ agenda could keep the world hooked on oil and gas
The US president is making energy deals with Japan and Ukraine, and in Africa has even touted resurrecting coal. Donald Trump ’s repeated mantra of “ drill, baby, drill ” demands that more oil and ...The Guardian - 4d -
Takeaways From Our Investigation Into Domestic Worker Abuse in Saudi Arabia
Housekeepers from East Africa suffer beatings, starvation and sexual assault in Saudi Arabia. Here’s what else we learned about the cross-border trade in domestic workers.The New York Times - 19h -
‘We grew up among drugs and violence. Dance kept us focused’: Oti Mabuse on Strictly, survival and self-belief
When Mabuse lost her brother, dance helped her grieve. Then it made her a star. She talks about her childhood in South Africa, life in Britain, and the ‘full-on’ training for her new tour. In news ...The Guardian - 1h -
Key 'annoyed' by perception of England under McCullum
Rob Key says he gets annoyed by the perception of Brendon McCullum's England teams as being carefree, but admits it is "our own fault".BBC News - 6d -
Apple Paused a Big Update to Siri and Fessed Up to Its Woes. It’s a Lesson for All Innovators
Apple lags behind its peers in releasing more sophisticated AI. The tech giant just admitted it’s proving a harder nut to crack than first expected.Inc. - 5d -
U.S. border patrol agent demanded women expose breasts to gain entry to country
A former border patrol agent pleaded guilty to two civil rights violations on Friday for demanding women expose their breasts to be admitted into the U.S., according to officials.NBC News - 5d -
Man Utd CEO: New stadium poses 'risk' to team
Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada has admitted the club "risk" falling further behind their rivals while they invest in their new stadium.ESPN - 4d -
Amorim 'in a hurry' to win trophies at Man Utd
Amorim has said he is "in a hurry" to win trophies at Man United while also admitting that the club heirachy recognise he needs time to deliver successESPN - 3d -
Facing Chelsea 'not an easy task' says Cushing
Interim Manchester City manager Nick Cushing admits he is jumping in at the deep end as he prepares to face Chelsea four times in a row.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Pat Shurmur: New York Giants nearly drafted Josh Allen in 2018
Former New York Giants head coach Pat Shurmur admits the team nearly selected QB Josh Allen in the 2018 NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Why has derby tide turned for Rodgers and Celtic?
After consecutive derby defeats, Brendan Rodgers admits he has " a wee bit of thinking to do" about Celtic's performances against Rangers.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Why has derby tide turned for Rodgers and Celtic?
After consecutive derby defeats, Brendan Rodgers admits he has " a wee bit of thinking to do" about Celtic's performances against Rangers.BBC News - 11h -
Howe turns up 'drenched' to news conference after cup win
Watch the moment Eddie Howe arrives for his Carabao Cup final post-match news conference admitting to smelling "strange", following Newcastle's celebrations.BBC News - 9h -
Norway suspend staff in ski jump cheat scandal at world championships
Team admitted cheating by employing altered suits Coach and equipment manager both suspended The Norwegian ski federation has suspended a ski jumping coach and an equipment manager over their ...The Guardian - 6d -
Musk having ‘great difficulty’ running businesses amid DOGE obligations, Tesla stock slide
Tech billionaire Elon Musk admitted he is having “great difficulty” running his various businesses as he juggles an advisory role in the Trump administration and leads the Department of Government ...The Hill - 5d -
Arsenal's Saliba: I've not been so good this season
Arsenal defender William Saliba has admitted he has "not been so good" this season and said he needs to demand more of himself to help the club win silverware this season.ESPN - 5d -
Mercury to retire Taurasi's No. 3 jersey in 2026
Diana Taurasi, who will have her No. 3 jersey retired by the Mercury in 2026, admits feeling "sad" over her decision to retire after 20 seasons in the WNBA.ESPN - 3d -
Slot: “The Only Thing I Know Is I Want Van Dijk Here Next Season”
Van Dijk’s Contract Future Uncertain as Slot Pushes for StayVan Dijk Casts Doubt Over His Liverpool FutureVirgil van Dijk has added further uncertainty to his Liverpool future, admitting that he is ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Fabregas: Como ‘inspired’ by Liverpool and PSG and makes Barcelona prediction
Cesc Fabregas says Como will play ‘with courage’ at San Siro against Milan and admits he takes inspiration from PSG and Liverpool’s playing styles’ especially in the movements of the full-back...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Juventus midfielder ‘not happy’ with Italy snub
Juventus coach Thiago Motta admits Manuel Locatelli was ‘eager to play’ with the Italy national team, so he’s not happy with not being called up, but he ‘accepts’ Luciano Spalletti’s decis...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Bayern Munich Chief Recognizes Inter Milan ‘Great Desire To Win’ Champions League Trophy
Bayern Munich chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge is aware of the magnitude of the task awaiting his side against Inter Milan.Speaking to Corriere della Sera via FCInter1908, Rummenigge admitted the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Maresca on Arsenal, Chelsea’s progress, and closing the 6-point gap
Enzo Maresca has admitted that Chelsea are still significantly behind Arsenal in their development under Mikel Arteta, but believes his team can make up ground in the race for second place with a ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Guardiola backs Man City to overcome anxiety in European race
Pep Guardiola insists Manchester City can still qualify for the Champions League despite admitting he could feel the mounting pressure in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Brighton.Guardiola remains ...Yahoo Sports - 1d
