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South Africa’s Wits unveils pan-African AI center

World - Yahoo News - 8 hours ago

East Africa leads Africa’s economic growth despite public discontent

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Born in France but searching for a future in Africa

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Born in France but searching for a future in Africa

BBC Africa Eye investigates the "silent exodus" from France of those fed up with racism and discrimination.

What are the odds of witnessing the presence of a deceased spouse? – datablog

There’s not much research on death, but one study asked widows and widowers about experiencing their late partner’s presence. If you’ve recently seen a ghost, you could be in line for $100,000 – ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Witnesses recall horror of deadly Halloween shooting in Orlando

Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a ...

Star describes growing up gay as Jehovah's Witness

The Hollywood actor says he was bullied as a child in Wales because of his religion and sexuality.

Diddy called witnesses from prison, prosecutors say

The star is accused of paying inmates for their phone privileges, and trying to influence witnesses.

Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study

Rapid urbanisation thought to be damaging adolescent health, as researchers say need for medication and diagnostic tests is urgent. Millions of teenagers in Africa are suffering from asthma with no ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa

The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action.

Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition

Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under Trump

World - Financial Times - October 24

A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape

African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...

Entertainment - ABC News - October 24

Blue skies and bitter tears: Africa's top shots

World - Yahoo News - October 25

Climate change-worsened floods wreak havoc in Africa

World - Yahoo News - October 28

England beat South Africa despite defensive errors

Watch highlights as England bounce back after Germany loss with a 2-1 win against South Africa in Coventry.

Fashion killers and pumpkin assassins: Africa's top shots

World - Yahoo News - November 1

William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards

The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.

How the UK's 'big brother' role in Africa is changing

David Lammy is on his first visit to the continent since he became foreign secretary.

The New Investment Superpower Outflanking China and the U.S. in Africa

The tiny United Arab Emirates has invested billions in east Africa, where it is now emerging as a significant player, at times muscling out China and annoying the U.S.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Pelicans, prayers and people power: Africa's top shots

World - Yahoo News - November 8

The Most Dangerous Animal in Africa Isn't the Largest

World - Yahoo News - November 11

England make four changes to face South Africa

Scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet and full-back Freddie Steward start for England against South Africa as head coach Steve Borthwick makes four changes to his starting XV.

Volunteers enter South Africa shaft to aid miners

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

Volunteers enter South Africa shaft to aid miners

This week a government minister said those underground illegally would be "smoked out".

South Africa grind out victory as England losing run continues

South Africa prove too strong for England at Twickenham's Allianz Stadium, as Cheslin Kolbe scores twice in a nine-point win.

Holocaust survivors who witnessed the Cap Arcona bombing share their stories

Thousands died during World War II when British war planes mistakenly struck a Nazi ship packed with concentration camp prisoners. Holocaust survivors and families of victims want the world to ...

A Crack, a Shift, Then Screams: Witnesses Describe Georgia Dock Collapse That Killed 7

Investigators have begun looking for reasons behind the failure at a ferry dock on Sapelo Island, the site of a festival celebrating the heritage of descendants of enslaved people.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 21

Witnesses describe frantic rescue effort after dock gangway collapse

Life jackets bobbed in the water, people formed a human chain to pass survivors to safety and bodies were carried ashore in blankets.

Witnesses and survivors of deadly dock collapse describe 'catastrophic' experience

Demands for a federal investigation mount as witnesses and survivors of a gangway collapse at a dock in Georgia describe the “catastrophic failure” that killed seven people traveling for a festival ...

We are witnessing the making of a fascist president in real time | Sidney Blumenthal

Trump used his presidency to harass and prosecute ‘enemies within’. If re-elected, he will act with even less restraint. “But stupidity is not enough,” wrote George Orwell in 1984. The facts must ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

Killing Time by Alan Bennett review – senior moments full of wit and style

The author employs his pitch-perfect repertoire of satirical skills in his first book for five years – a novella about the residents of an upmarket care home during the pandemic. Alan Bennett, now ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

JD Vance: 'We just witnessed the greatest political comeback in the history of the USA'

JD Vance thanked Donald Trump for placing his trust in him and hailed "the greatest political comeback in the history of the United States of America."

We are witnessing the final stage of genocide in Gaza | Arwa Mahdawi

Omer Bartov is an Israeli-American professor of Holocaust and genocide studies. He has issued a grim warning on Gaza. Want to know a fun fact about Palestinians? They’re hard to kill. You can bomb ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

'Biggest mistake I've seen' - farcical end to Mings' dream night

Tyrone Mings became the first Englishman to concede a penalty on his Champions League debut in bizarre fashion as Aston Villa lost to Brugge.

Former Adams Aide Is in Plea Talks in Federal Witness Tampering Case

Mohamed Bahi was accused of tampering with witnesses and destroying evidence in the corruption investigation into Mayor Eric Adams and his campaign fund-raising.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 8

A party, a fight, then gunfire: Witnesses describe a war zone after Tuskegee's homecoming

What started as a joyous weekend to celebrate Tuskegee University’s centennial homecoming, within seconds, descended into violent tragedy early Sunday.

Sublime to stupidity - '120 million' witness two sides of boxing

Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano produce another classic before a reported 120 million watch the farcical Mike Tyson v Jake Paul event.

Latest in Africa’s Wits

South Africa’s Wits unveils pan-African AI center

East Africa leads Africa’s economic growth despite public discontent

Born in France but searching for a future in Africa

Born in France but searching for a future in Africa

What are the odds of witnessing the presence of a deceased spouse? – datablog

Witnesses recall horror of deadly Halloween shooting in Orlando

Star describes growing up gay as Jehovah's Witness

Diddy called witnesses from prison, prosecutors say

Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study

Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa

Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition

A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape

Blue skies and bitter tears: Africa's top shots

Climate change-worsened floods wreak havoc in Africa

England beat South Africa despite defensive errors

Fashion killers and pumpkin assassins: Africa's top shots

William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards

How the UK's 'big brother' role in Africa is changing

The New Investment Superpower Outflanking China and the U.S. in Africa

Pelicans, prayers and people power: Africa's top shots

The Most Dangerous Animal in Africa Isn't the Largest

England make four changes to face South Africa

Volunteers enter South Africa shaft to aid miners

Volunteers enter South Africa shaft to aid miners

South Africa grind out victory as England losing run continues

Holocaust survivors who witnessed the Cap Arcona bombing share their stories

A Crack, a Shift, Then Screams: Witnesses Describe Georgia Dock Collapse That Killed 7

Witnesses describe frantic rescue effort after dock gangway collapse

Witnesses and survivors of deadly dock collapse describe 'catastrophic' experience

We are witnessing the making of a fascist president in real time | Sidney Blumenthal

Killing Time by Alan Bennett review – senior moments full of wit and style

JD Vance: 'We just witnessed the greatest political comeback in the history of the USA'

We are witnessing the final stage of genocide in Gaza | Arwa Mahdawi

'Biggest mistake I've seen' - farcical end to Mings' dream night

Former Adams Aide Is in Plea Talks in Federal Witness Tampering Case

A party, a fight, then gunfire: Witnesses describe a war zone after Tuskegee's homecoming

Sublime to stupidity - '120 million' witness two sides of boxing

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