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Pilot, all 5 passengers killed in San Diego plane crash

The six people onboard a small plane that crashlanded in a California neighborhood amid dense fog were all killed, according to investigating authorities.

Pilot, all 5 passengers killed in San Diego plane crash

US tightens security after murder of Israeli embassy staff

US tightens security after murder of Israeli embassy staff

Ex-leader Kabila slams DR Congo 'dictatorship' after losing immunity

Ex-leader Kabila slams DR Congo 'dictatorship' after losing immunity

US govt revokes Harvard's right to enroll foreign students

US govt revokes Harvard's right to enroll foreign students

US says Sudan used chemical weapons, imposes sanctions

US directs Sudan to halt chemical weapons use, threatens sanctions after finding military deployed them during last year’s civil war.

US says Sudan used chemical weapons, imposes sanctions

Djibouti president leaves door open to sixth term

Asked about a potential candidacy in April 2026 in the interview with The Africa Report, the 77-year-old said: "I won't answer that."

Djibouti president leaves door open to sixth term

Uganda opposition leader denied bail despite legal limit

Uganda opposition leader Kizza Besigye denied bail despite surpassing the 6-month legal detention limit without trial, hearing adjourned to May 29.

Uganda opposition leader denied bail despite legal limit

79 miners rescued from S.African shaft, over 100 still underground

Rescuers have hoisted 79 miners who were stuck in a gold mine outside Johannesburg but more than 100 were still trapped underground, the mine's operator said on Friday.

79 miners rescued from S.African shaft, over 100 still underground

Trump, Ramaphosa agreed to strengthen trade, South Africa says

Ties between the two nations nosedived after Trump took office in January, with the US leader threatening high trade tariffs and expelling the South African ambassador.

Trump, Ramaphosa agreed to strengthen trade, South Africa says

Harvard sues Trump over block on foreign students

Harvard sued the Trump administration on Friday over its move to block the prestigious university from enrolling and hosting foreign students in a broadening dispute, a court filing showed.

Harvard sues Trump over block on foreign students

Kardashian 'grateful' after Paris robbers convicted

Describing the heist as "the most terrifying experience of my life", Kardashian swiftly expressed her gratitude to the French authorities for pursuing "justice".

Kardashian 'grateful' after Paris robbers convicted

Trump expands Apple tariff threat to all smartphones

US President Donald Trump threatened Apple and other smartphone manufacturers with a 25 percent tariff unless their devices are built in the United States.

Trump expands Apple tariff threat to all smartphones

The Ambush Office: Trump's Oval becomes test of nerve for world leaders

For world leaders an invitation to the Oval Office used to be a coveted prize. Under Donald Trump it's become a ticket to a brutal political ambush.

The Ambush Office: Trump's Oval becomes test of nerve for world leaders

Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead outside Jewish museum in Washington

Two Israeli embassy staffers were shot dead late Wednesday outside a Jewish museum in Washington by a gunman who shouted "free Palestine," authorities said.

Two Israeli embassy staff shot dead outside Jewish museum in Washington

Netanyahu orders enhanced security at Israel missions worldwide

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday he had ordered stepped-up security measures at Israeli diplomatic missions worldwide.

Netanyahu orders enhanced security at Israel missions worldwide

UN says around 90 aid trucks 'dispatched' into Gaza

The UN dispatches around 90 trucks carrying aid into Gaza, as international pressure intensified over Israel's renewed offensive and blockade of the war-ravaged Palestinian territory.

UN says around 90 aid trucks 'dispatched' into Gaza

Chad's ex-PM provisionally detained accused of inciting hatred

A Chadian judge on Wednesday ordered former prime minister and opposition leader Succes Masra placed in detention, nearly a week after his arrest on suspicion of inciting hatred, his lawyers said.

Chad's ex-PM provisionally detained accused of inciting hatred

DR Congo Senate to debate immunity of former President accused of 'treason'

The DRC Senate will on Thursday debate lifting the immunity of ex-president Joseph Kabila, who the government accuses of supporting a Rwanda-backed militia.

DR Congo Senate to debate immunity of former President accused of 'treason'

England openers share unbeaten century stand in lone Zimbabwe Test

Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley both made fifties as they launched England's home season with an unbeaten century opening.

England openers share unbeaten century stand in lone Zimbabwe Test

Arteta accepts Arsenal need 'firepower' in transfer market

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said Thursday the Gunners must be in the market to sign the best players to bolster a squad he accepts lacks "firepower".

Arteta accepts Arsenal need 'firepower' in transfer market

Stock markets fall as Trump tax cuts clear House

Stock markets mostly fell and US long-term borrowing costs surged on Thursday as investors fretted over the US debt pile.

Stock markets fall as Trump tax cuts clear House

South Africans angered by Trump's 'genocide' claims

South Africans are angered at US President Donald Trump's persistent false claim of a genocide against white farmers.

South Africans angered by Trump's 'genocide' claims

Kenya admits role in Kizza Besigye abduction

Kenya has admitted it assisted in the kidnapping of a Ugandan opposition leader on its soil last year as he appeared in court for the latest hearing for treason.

Kenya admits role in Kizza Besigye abduction

Tanzania blocks X after police account hacked

Tanzanians were blocked from social media platform X on Wednesday after a police account was hacked and used to falsely announce the president's death,

Tanzania blocks X after police account hacked

Neville says Man Utd unworthy of parade if they win Europa League

An open-top bus parade through a city after winning a major football trophy is now standard procedure for successful English football clubs

Neville says Man Utd unworthy of parade if they win Europa League

Euro 2028 hosts must qualify but two places reserved for them

Euro 2028 hosts England, the Republic of Ireland, Scotland and Wales will compete in qualifying for the tournament, UEFA said Wednesday.

Euro 2028 hosts must qualify but two places reserved for them

US singer Chris Brown freed on Sh868m bail in UK assault case

The alleged assault took place at a nightclub in Hanover Square in London,

US singer Chris Brown freed on Sh868m bail in UK assault case

Ukraine detained 50,000 men trying to flee since war began

Under martial law, most Ukrainian men aged 18 to 60 have been barred from leaving the country, unless they receive an official permission or qualify for an exemption.

Ukraine detained 50,000 men trying to flee since war began

Spurs captain Son left out of Europa League final starting line-up

Son Heung-min was left out of the starting line-up for Tottenham's Europa League final against Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday.

Spurs captain Son left out of Europa League final starting line-up

FIFA announces special transfer window for Club World Cup teams

FIFA announced Wednesday the creation of a transfer window running from June 1 to 10 for all teams competing in this summer's revamped Club World Cup.

FIFA announces special transfer window for Club World Cup teams

De Bruyne proud of Man City legacy

Kevin De Bruyne said he was proud of his part in making Manchester City the dominant force of English football over the past decade after playing in his final home match at the Etihad on Tuesday.

De Bruyne proud of Man City legacy

Man Utd's Amorim 'can't explain' why fans back him despite dismal season

United have not won any of their last eight Premier League matches but their thrilling run to the Europa League final has given fans some moments of ecstasy.

Man Utd's Amorim 'can't explain' why fans back him despite dismal season

Wing wizard Maguire makes case for Man Utd defence in Europa League final

Harry Maguire says he hopes he can stay in his defensive comfort zone for Manchester United in the Europa League final against Tottenham.

Wing wizard Maguire makes case for Man Utd defence in Europa League final

South Africa's Ramaphosa to meet Trump amid tensions over 'genocide' claim

Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump to meet today amid tension over US resettlement of white Afrikaners; pair aims to ‘reset’ US-South Africa relationship.

South Africa's Ramaphosa to meet Trump amid tensions over 'genocide' claim

UAE says reached deal with Israel to allow aid delivery to Gaza

UAE has reached an agreement with Israel to allow the delivery of "urgent humanitarian aid" to the besieged Gaza Strip.

UAE says reached deal with Israel to allow aid delivery to Gaza

Trump unveils plans for 'Golden Dome' missile shield for US

US President Donald Trump has announced new details and initial funding for his "Golden Dome" missile shield system

Trump unveils plans for 'Golden Dome' missile shield for US

Six killed in school bus bombing in SW Pakistan

A suspected suicide bomber targeted a school bus in southwestern Pakistan killing at least four children and two adults on Wednesday.

Six killed in school bus bombing in SW Pakistan

In Burundi, Congolese refugees fear starvation, violence as aid cuts bite

Since January 2025, more than 71,000 people fleeing ongoing violence in the eastern part of the DR Congo have crossed into Burundi, its largest refugee influx in decades, UN says.

In Burundi, Congolese refugees fear starvation, violence as aid cuts bite

Man Utd and Spurs face season-defining Europa League duel

Manchester United and Tottenham face off in the Europa League final in Bilbao on Wednesday with both clubs eyeing a golden ticket into the Champions League after historically poor seasons.

Man Utd and Spurs face season-defining Europa League duel

Reduce squad size or I'll quit, warns Guardiola

Pep Guardiola has threatened to quit as manager of Manchester City if the club does not reduce the size of his squad this summer.

Reduce squad size or I'll quit, warns Guardiola

Abbas, Aoun back arms under Lebanese state control

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas met in Beirut on Wednesday and backed placing all weapons under Lebanese state control.

Abbas, Aoun back arms under Lebanese state control

US singer Chris Brown freed on £5 million bail in UK assault case

American R&B singer Chris Brown, former boyfriend of superstar Rihanna, was on Wednesday ordered released on bail in an assault case.

US singer Chris Brown freed on £5 million bail in UK assault case

Israeli troops open fire during diplomats' tour in West Bank

The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned "the heinous crime committed by the Israeli occupation forces.

Israeli troops open fire during diplomats' tour in West Bank

Dollar, US bonds under pressure amid global tensions and Trump tax bill

Wall Street opened lower, while European share markets were mixed. The US dip extended losses from Tuesday, which ended a six-day rally.

Dollar, US bonds under pressure amid global tensions and Trump tax bill

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