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Module 2: China’s environmental journey
China’s extraordinary economic development since the 1980s came with extreme environmental costs. Air, water and soil pollution – as well as soaring carbon emissions and ecological destruction – were witnessed across the country during these years...

Terror financing investigations have 'significant holes' globally, report says
A majority of countries have significant holes in how they investigate terrorism financing cases, a report has found. The report from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global money laundering watchdog, said that 69 per cent of the 194...

A decade of impact
The 10th anniversary of the Macau Golf Masters The 10th Anniversary of the Macau Golf Masters was far more than a celebration—it was a testament to how far inclusive sports have come, and how far they can go. Hosted across two venues—Macau...

“I feel proud coming here, we’ll work together”: New Apostolic Nuncio on Diplomatic Mission to Ethiopia
Archbishop Udaigwe also underlined Addis Ababa’s increasing importance as a travel and diplomatic hub, recounting how fellow Vatican representatives in other African countries often pass through the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa. “Just two days...

Overwhelmed by choice? Top 10 shows to start with at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
There are over 3,000 shows to choose from at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year, and we have assembled a top 10 list of theatre and dance to get you started on festival favourites. ZOO Southside Studio, 1 – 24 Aug 2025 (not 12 & 19), 12.25...

All the political and legal NONSENSE aside – President Lungu must now be laid to rest with full respect to President HH
The AFRICAN and DRAMA at a funeral seem to be difficult things to separate. When the legend Robert Mugabe died, the drama could have made a blockbuster Bollywood movie. Now 6 years later, Southern Africa is being served another overly politicised...

US government explains inclusion of Ghana on 36 country visa ban
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa – Minister of Foreign Affairs The United States authorities have given in detail reasons for including Ghana on a list of additional 36 countries banned from travelling to the US. A report by the Washington Post citing an...

“I feel proud coming here, we will work together”: New Apostolic Nuncio on Diplomatic Mission to Ethiopia
Archbishop Udaigwe also underlined Addis Ababa’s increasing importance as a travel and diplomatic hub, recounting how fellow Vatican representatives in other African countries often pass through the Ethiopian capital. “Just two days ago, a Nuncio...

Adam Milne, Matt Henry return as New Zealand announce squad for T20I tri-series
Cricket News New Zealand have included Adam Milne and Matt Henry in their T20I squad for next month's tri-series against Zimbabwe and South Africa. Matt Henry returns as New Zealand announce squad for T20I tri-series. (Photo-Getty Images) New...

Georgia Entrepreneur Inspires Connections to South African Wilderness, One Classic Land Rover at a Time
For Georgia-born Stebin Horne, a love of South Africa has gone beyond an obsession; it’s an inspiration for fostering a lifestyle connected to the land — and one another. Married a decade ago to a South Africa native he met while she was on...

Multiple Fatalities in Devastating Bus Crash Near Musina
Musina, Limpopo – Early yesterday morning, a tragic bus accident claimed multiple lives on the N1 near Musina, leaving emergency services scrambling to assist survivors and clear the wreckage. According to Arrive Alive, the crash occurred in...

Date set for Miss Teen of Universe Zim
Miss Teen of the Universe Africa 2024 THE die is cast. A date has been set for the anticipated second edition of Miss Teen of the Universe Zimbabwe. Slated for July 26, the ceremony is being billed to be grander than the previous one. The...

Lasting impressions from Hangzhou
An iconic colossal 32-metre basalt statue of a youthful Mao Zedong, carved into a rockface at Orange Island in China. At the lush floodplains of Changsha in central China, the Xiang River stretches into a wide artery of calm swampland, silently...
Ronnie Kasrils on Joe Modise
Tuesday, 08 July 2025 08/07/25 OPINION Ronnie Kasrils on Joe Modise Victoria Brittain - Ronnie Kasrils | 07 July 2025 Victoria Brittain interviews former intelligence minister on his recent book "Comrade and Commander" Joe Modise. 30 years heading...
Child protection referrals to Tusla reached record high in 2024
THE CHILD AND Family Agency, Tusla, handled the highest number of child protection referrals on record in 2024. Social workers dealt with 96,666 referrals last year, and that number is expected to exceed 100,ooo in 2025. Referrals were up by 4,742...

India News | With PM Visiting Namibia, Cong Recalls Sam Nujoma's Meetings with Nehru Indira, Rajiv
New Delhi, Jul 9 (PTI) With Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting Namibia, the Congress on Wednesday recalled Namibian leader Sam Nujoma's meetings with Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi over the years as well as India's extensive...

Trinidad and Tobago nationals to pay an extra US$250 for US visa
News Sean Douglas 11 Minutes Ago The US Embassy in Port of Spain. FILE PHOTO - TT nationals, along with other "aliens" under US immigration law, will soon have to pay an extra US$250 (roughly $1,750) on top of their visa fee of US$185, to enter...

“No more lone decisions” : Inside Kaizer Chiefs’ new way of signing players
Kaizer Chiefs Football Manager, Bobby Motaung spoke in depth regarding Kaizer Chiefs' recruitment in the coming season The Glamour Boys will only make announcements regarding player movements once internal processes are complete, with head coach...

India vs Sri Lanka bilateral series on the cards in August after BCCI postpones Bangladesh tour
India’s upcoming white-ball tour of Bangladesh has been officially postponed, according to a statement from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Talks are currently ongoing regarding a potential limited-overs series between India and...

Malawi highlights US visa concerns
Ministry of Foreign Affairs has highlighted the tendency to overstay in the US and use of forged documents in visa applications as major threats to future issuance of American visas to Malawians. The issues emerged during discussions between...