World

Ukraine’s allies pledge to continue support despite Russian threats

Kyiv – Ukraine’s allies on Monday pledged to keep up their support amid Russia’s escalating attacks and despite threats... Read more

25 Aug

World

Tens of thousands flee fire near US city of Reno

Los Angeles – Tens of thousands of people looked set to spend another night away from home Monday as... Read more

25 Aug

World

Six months of war: 20 dead in 68 incidents near Hormuz, IMO says

London – The Strait of Hormuz has been the main focus of the six-month war between Iran and the... Read more

25 Aug

Countries

Zambia closes court system on last day for vote challenges

Lusaka – Zambia closed its entire judiciary for “security reasons” Monday, the last day for the filing of court... Read more

25 Aug

Countries

Libya state oil company reaches production-sharing deal with Chevron

Tripoli – Libya’s state-owned oil company NOC announced on Monday it had reached a production-sharing agreement with US energy... Read more

25 Aug

Countries

Malian songbird keeps age-old sounds alive at 88

Bamako – At the age of 88, barefoot and cinched into a belt of cowrie shells, renowned singer Mariam... Read more

25 Aug

Sport

World Cup-winner Petit joins call for change in FIFA leadership

Lausanne – Several ex-footballers, including Premier League winners Emmanuel Petit and Mikael Silvestre, have called for “change” in FIFA’s... Read more

25 Aug

Technology

New Zealand moves to ban social media for under-16s

Wellington – New Zealand’s government introduced legislation on Monday to ban under 16s from using social media, joining a... Read more

25 Aug

Arts and Leisure

All Blacks Captain hails Springbok fans for post‑match warmth

Cape Town – All Blacks captain Ardie Savea has praised South Africa for the “unity” shown during the latest... Read more

24 Aug

Countries

Cat Matlala must face Madlanga Commission testimony despite lawyer’s illness

Cape Town – The Madlanga Commission has rejected a postponement application by alleged crime boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, clearing the way... Read more

24 Aug