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Entertainment - ABC News
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 ...2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Bill Maher puts the fate of the Great Barrier Reef in the spotlight – but do the claims stack up? | Temperature Check
The Danish political scientist Bjorn Lomborg has told the US cable host its biggest threat is not the climate crisis, but do his claims stack up?. Great Barrier Reef’s worst bleaching leaves ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition
Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under Trump6 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Jordan North boosts Capital radio breakfast ratings
The Burnley-born presenter left Radio 1 earlier this year and replaced Roman Kemp at Capital in April.16 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How climate change is threatening homes on North Carolina's barrier islands
In the last four years, the Atlantic Ocean has toppled 10 homes on Hatteras Island. Residents are grappling with an unknown future.17 hours ago - Climate -
Business - Financial Times
UK competition regulator to probe investment barriers
CMA also warns that price ‘mark-ups’ have risen over past 25 years18 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
When venture capitalism goes wrong
The demise of Byju’s holds lessons for other ambitious scale-ups and investorsYesterday -
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Top stories - BBC News
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.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Global rise of populism causing more authoritarianism in Africa – report
‘Moral threshold coming down,’ warns Mo Ibrahim, as his index of governance reveals widespread decline in 10 years. The global rise of populism and “strongmen” has led to an increase in ...Yesterday -
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World - The Guardian
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 ...2 days ago -
World - The New York Times
How a TV Hit Sparked Debate About Birthrates in Africa
The Sani family in northern Nigeria has six children, more than the parents can afford but fewer than their own parents had. Birthrates, and the decisions couples make about family size, are ...3 days ago -
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World - Financial Times
Capital gains tax: a short history
Since its beginnings in 1965, many UK chancellors have sought to reform the levy as a means of spurring economic growth5 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Translation tech tackles health language barriers
A new device is helping to improve communication between patients who do not speak English.5 days ago -
World - ABC News
South Africa asks Taiwan to move its unofficial embassy out of the capital
South Africa has asked Taiwan to move its unofficial embassy out of the administrative capital, Pretoria, in a move that’s seen as appeasing ally China6 days ago -
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Health - ABC News
Africa's mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Africa's top public health agency says the number of mpox-related deaths in the continent has surpassed 1,000 and warned of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid ...6 days ago -
World - ABC News
Africa's mpox deaths surpass 1,000 as health officials urge international support
Africa's top public health agency says the number of mpox-related deaths in the continent has surpassed 1,000 and warned of the continuing threat of cross-border contamination and a lack of rapid ...6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Trump Picked the Wrong Moment to Complain About a Language Barrier
But his description of the problems he sees with Haitian immigrants helps explain his monochrome vision of American life.6 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
Wolvaardt and Bosch's 'astounding' batting sends South Africa into World T20 final
Watch the best shots as Laura Wolvaardt and Anneke Bosch share a 96-run partnership to guide South Africa to an eight-wicket victory over Australia in the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup ...6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Women’s T20 World Cup: holders Australia humbled by South Africa
South Africa, 135-2, beat Australia, 134-5, by eight wickets Champions stunned in semi as Bosch hits unbeaten 74 Anneke Bosch smashed a superb unbeaten 74 as South Africa powered past the ...6 days ago - Australia -
Top stories - BBC News
Australia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa
South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.October 17 - World Cup -
Top stories - BBC News
South Africa smash three boundaries in three balls to close on victory
Watch as South Africa hit 14 runs off three balls, having gone 26 balls without a boundary during their Women's T20 World Cup semi-final against Australia in Dubai.October 17 -
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World - The Guardian
Negative stereotypes in international media cost Africa £3.2bn a year – report
Focus on conflict, corruption and poverty heightens perception of risk, raising interest on sovereign debt, authors say. . Africa loses up to £3.2bn yearly in inflated interest payments on ...October 17 -
Business - Financial Times
Can AI help Africa close the development gap?
Machine learning could have transformative effects on developing economies and societies. But some fear a deepening digital divideOctober 17 -
Business - Financial Times
South Africa’s ‘second miracle’ coalition fights to endure
Unity government led by ANC and Democratic Alliance works to resolve tensions as it passes 100-day milestoneOctober 16 -
Business - Inc.
9 Strategies for Capitalizing on a Derivative Business Opportunity
You don’t need a completely new or disruptive idea to build a successful business.October 16 -
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World - The New York Times
Therapeutic Food Shortage Puts African Children at Risk of Starvation, U.N. Agency Says
Supplies of a highly nutritious treatment are running out, according to UNICEF.October 15 -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
Fuji Soft to Consider Bain Capital's Offer
Fuji Soft said it would sincerely consider Bain Capital’s tender offer, which beat private-equity firm KKR’s offer, possibly setting the stage for a bidding war for the Japanese software developer.October 14 -
World - ABC News
Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital
Sri Lanka has closed schools in its capital, Colombo, and its suburbs as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nationOctober 14 -
Business - Financial Times
South Africa’s first Black central bank governor dies aged 65
Tito Mboweni served as labour minister in Nelson Mandela’s first cabinetOctober 13