[SAnews.gov.za] The first group of South African troops who were deployed to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as part of the Southern African Development Community Mission in the DRC (SAMIDRC) are expected to arrive in Bloemfontein on Friday.

[allAfrica] The ruling CNDD-FDD party in Burundi won all 100 seats in a parliamentary election, securing over 96% of the votes in all provinces. The electoral commission reported only minor irregularities, though opposition parties and rights groups condemned the process.

[Africa Check] IN SHORT: A graphic circulating on social media in Kenya claims president Paul Kagame threatened civil society for receiving foreign funding to stir chaos in Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. But the graphic is fake.

A disturbing video circulating online depicts children dismantling a bridge in Patna, Bihar, by removing nuts and bolts, creating a significant safety risk. This incident has sparked concerns about the quality of construction materials used in Bihar's infrastructure. The incident follows a series of bridge collapses in the state last year, highlighting potential issues with construction practices and oversight.

Following the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad, a Shiv Sena (UBT) leader has raised concerns about potential sabotage and lapses in security and maintenance. Questioning the choice of Ahmedabad and past opposition to the Boeing deal, he called for a thorough investigation.

Congress has criticised Prime Minister Modi's silence on Donald Trump's repeated claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Jairam Ramesh highlighted Trump's remarks and questioned whether India's foreign policy was being compromised. He urged Modi to address growing diplomatic challenges, citing recent US-Pakistan engagements and calling for an all-party meeting to discuss the situation.

TEHRAN – Addressing the 2nd Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange, Hossein Afshin, the Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, has proposed six strategic plans to boost technological ties along the Silk Road.

A community youth group in Dadaab has been shining a spotlight on the growing use of harmful substances among Somali refugees in the camps in northern Kenya, especially jobless young men.

Two Kenyan men who had crossed into Somalia and enlisted in the Somali National Army were on Thursday arrested in an operation in Elwak, Mandera County.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Nearly 40,000 students across Somalia began sitting for the 12th Grade Certificate Examination for the 2024–2025 academic year on Saturday, marking a major milestone in the country’s education calendar.

St James and Corporate Area residents can look forward to exciting displays of innovation and community engagement, with the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) hosting the second staging of its ‘Transformations – People, Quality, and Technology Expo...

Wayne Isaacs, an entrepreneur known for building businesses in developing economies across over 25 countries, does not usually sing his own praises but on June 19 many will know about his work and philanthropy when he receives an honorary doctor of...

WESTERN BUREAU: The ongoing trial of 16 members of the controversial Qahal Yahweh religious organisation, for breaches of the Child Care and Protection Act and the Education Act, has been put off for continuation on July 29 because of the absence...

MONEAGUE COLLEGE in St Ann was the venue of choice on Tuesday as young people, educators, and agricultural stakeholders gathered for a Youth in Agriculture Symposium, hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining. With a focus on...

CARICOM youth ambassadors for Jamaica, Odane Brooks and Christal Parris-Campbell, led the visibility launch and contract signing for the development and installation of an aquaponics and food garden project at Clan Carthy High School. The launch of...

EU public health policy is under continuous development. While several measures were triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, the EU delivered by addressing both immediate and future health concerns, building resilience against cross-border health threats, implementing Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan (better screening and preventive measures), advancing the pharmaceutical strategy for Europe (making sure EU patients have timely and equitable access to medicines) and enhancing the digitalisation of health systems. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Australian producers are fetching «phenomenal» prices for lambs as overseas customers buy record amounts.  

Russia’s envoy to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has condemned Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities Read Full Article at RT.com

US journalist Tucker Carlson has slammed President Donald Trump and “warmongers” in Washington for Israel’s strikes in Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

A woman named Alicia could barely keep her eyes open as she refused to get off a plane from Dallas to Boston.

Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley says Mayor of Kingston Andrew Swaby should provide Jamaicans with answers regarding the use of public resources by the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) instead of threatening action against...

The St Thomas office of the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) says it is on a drive to improve the production of Irish potato in the Eastern parish. Providing details on Thursday, during the monthly meeting of the St Thomas...

In Ahmedabad, a devastating plane crash resulted in bodies charred beyond recognition, necessitating DNA analysis for identification. Amidst the tragedy, Dr. Pradeep Solanki, a neurosurgeon, identified his pregnant wife, Kajal, a homeopath, through her mangalsutra pendant. The couple had just returned from their baby shower in Bhavnagar a day before the accident.

Following the Air India crash, a victim's daughter, Falguni, emotionally offered to pay Tata Group Rs 2 crore if they could bring back her father, highlighting the inadequacy of the announced compensation. DNA sampling of 219 people was completed at Ahmedabad's BJ Medical College to identify the charred remains, with officials anticipating initial identifications to begin soon.

Following the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, where only one passenger survived, speculation arose about seat 11A's safety. Aviation experts emphasize that survival is complex and depends on various factors, not solely seat location.

Following the miraculous survival of Viswashkumar Ramesh in the AI-171 crash, who was seated next to the emergency exit, there's been a surge in demand for these seats on flights. Passengers are now willing to pay extra for the perceived safety and mental peace offered by seats near emergency exits, despite experts stating they primarily provide extra legroom.

Nilesh Vaghela, an Ahmedabad coffin maker, provided a crucial service following the devastating AI-171 crash that claimed 274 lives. Arriving at the civil hospital with 20 coffins, Nilesh, who typically makes seven coffins daily, received an urgent order for 100.

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Kashmiri political parties, including the National Conference, have strongly condemned Israel's recent attack on Iran, criticizing the silence of major global powers like the US. Omar Abdullah likened Israel's actions to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the perceived double standards in international responses.

Aishwarya Toshniwal, a medical student in Akola, narrowly escaped disaster when an Air India flight crashed near her hostel. From her fifth-floor window, she witnessed the horrifying aftermath of the crash, with flames and debris everywhere.

Manish Kamdar is devastated after losing his daughter, mother-in-law, and grandson in a tragic crash. A corrupt immigration officer demanded a bribe to allow his British passport holding grandson to board the flight with his Indian passport holding mother. The payment was made, but the relief was short-lived, turning into immense grief for Kamdar.

Despite finding that AbbVie funded foreign trips for 30 doctors in violation of marketing practices, the Department of Pharmaceuticals has not released the doctors' names to the National Medical Commission. This inaction prevents the NMC from taking disciplinary measures.

A man from Kerala, KK Premkumar, wanted for allegedly murdering his second wife, was found dead near the Kedarnath shrine. Premkumar, previously jailed for his first wife's murder, was out on bail. He allegedly killed his second wife on June 4th and had been absconding.