[allAfrica] This week, two global stories collided in a way that should make every African policymaker pause: China is doubling down on its relationship with Africa, while the United States is literally not showing up -- boycotting the G20 Summit hosted on the African soil. If global influence were a chessboard, Beijing just moved its queen. Washington left the room.

Bosses have called for leniency from Rachel Reeves ahead of Wednesday's expected tax barrage.

Labour boasted that the move, which will apply to season tickets and other 'regulated' fares across England, will save rail passengers £600million in 2026/27.

Plug-in hybrid cars are a compromise for people wanting range with electric capability. But new research finds they’re less green than you think — so how should they fit into a zero-emissions future?

Laws about greenwashing — making a false or misleading statement about the environmental benefits of a product — will remain on the books, but the Liberal government has said it will be making changes aimed at offering businesses more certainty about what runs afoul of the law.

With trade uncertainty, tariffs and rising prices, Canadian shoppers are expected to pull back this holiday season. Retailers are offering weeks-long discounts —and for some, their first Black Friday deals ever — in the hope of enticing people to spend.

The stirrings of possible rebellion in the president’s party have come as Trump has struggled with low poll numbers and perceptions that he isn’t doing enough to address affordability.

Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on her city. Her lifelong journey to forgive but never forget just got more complicated.

Nursing home magnate Joseph Schwartz was sentenced in April to three years for defrauding the government of $38 million. Seven months later, Trump pardoned him, but the White House denies a lobbying tie.

US Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll has made a debut in the Ukraine conflict settlement, delivering Donald Trump’s new peace plan to Kiev Read Full Article at RT.com

Media earlier claimed the Palestinian militant group had told the US the truce with Israel was over  Read Full Article at RT.com

Ce samedi 22 novembre 2025, le collectif des habitants des logements sociaux de Bikélé s'est réuni en assemblée générale afin de discuter des conditions de vie des anciens bénéficiaires de la Société Nationale des Logements Sociaux (SNLS), aujourd'hui intégrés à la SNI. Depuis l'arrivée du président Brice Clotaire Oligui, de nombreux projets de construction ont vu le jour, et certaines cités, comme le projet de L'UCET à Nzong, bénéficient désormais d'infrastructures modernes, telles que (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud attended a national ceremony marking Somali Teachers’ Day at Mogadishu Stadium on Saturday.

Mogadishu (HOL) - The Somali Office of the Auditor General has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Egypt’s Accountability State Authority (ASA) following a bilateral meeting in Sharm El-Sheikh on the sidelines of the 23rd International Conference of Supreme Audit Institutions (INCOSAI) from October 27 to 31, 2025. In a press statement released on Saturday, Somalia’s Auditor General said the agreement underscores the two institutions’ commitment to strengthening cooperation in financial oversight and public-sector auditing. The MoU aims to enhance audit quality, jointly develop mechanisms to combat corruption, and facilitate the exchange of expertise and modern auditing techniques in line with international standards. “This MoU represents an important milestone in reinforcing accountability and transparency in Somalia’s public sector while benefiting from regional and international best practices,” said a senior official from the Office of the Auditor General. The Somali Auditor General’s office reaffirmed its commitment to expanding international cooperation, particularly with regional partners such as Arab countries, to strengthen its institutional capacity and advance principles of transparency, accountability and good governance. Avv. Ahmed Isse Gutale, Auditor General of the Federal Republic of Somalia, expressed his gratitude to Egypt and the Accountability State Authority for their warm hospitality and the exceptional organization of this year’s INCOSAI.

Johannesburg (HOL) - South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged an end to armed conflicts across the African continent, as the conflicts in Sudan, Somalia and other countries as devastating to lives, stability and economic prospects.

Svetlana Akulova also noted the young panda's intellectual abilities

American officials close to the negotiations told the publication that the Trump administration understands that security guarantees to Ukraine are not yet credible enough in the US-proposed plan

New plans reveal that Marks & Spencer is aiming to double the size of its food business as it searches for new locations.

Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim will be making his first working visit to Brunei as Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs from Nov 24 to 25. In a statement on Sunday (Nov 23), the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) said that Assoc Prof Faishal's visit is intended to strengthen ties and build rapport with Bruneian ministers and religious leaders.When in Brunei, Assoc Prof Faishal will meet with Brunei's Minister of Religious Affairs Badaruddin Othman, Minister of Home Affairs Ahmaddin Rahman and State Mufti Abdul Aziz Juned. The acting minister will also visit religious institutions including the Balai Khazanah Islam Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, which is used to store artefacts with Islamic heritage. Assoc Prof Faishal will be accompanied by senior officials from Muis on the trip.The acting minister was in Saudi Arabia and Jordan from Nov 6 to 11, also for a working visit. 

SINGAPORE – Over the last 25 years, Madam Amidah Sufaat, 71, has started her day at the crack of dawn, preparing meals for pupils at West View Primary School.“Old students of the school still remember me. I have also catered for some of their weddings because they like my food so much,” she said.Soon, the aroma of her fried chicken will no longer waft through the canteen during recess. The school will be switching to a central kitchen model in 2026, catering from Chang Cheng Mee Wah Food Ind.Instead of queueing up in front of different canteen stalls, pupils will pick up pre-ordered meals from automated meal dispensers.Madam Amidah will be joining the new vendor, not as a cook but helping with the logistics when the food trays arrive at the school every morning.“I will miss serving the teachers and the children my food, but the student numbers have fallen over the years, so it is becoming more challenging,” she said.

The strongest link in Singapore's defence ecosystem is every Singaporean playing a part in defending the nation, said Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing. Speaking during his visit to Navy@Vivo 2025 on Sunday (Nov 23), Chan said that threats have evolved to become more complex and extensive.«The mission sets for the SAF (Singapore Armed Forces) have become much more complex. The sea lines of communications, the air lines of communications, that we have to secure have become much more extensive.»The threat challenges have become more complicated,« Chan said.Referring to Singapore's finite manpower and resources, the defence minister said Singapore will have to »constantly look at the future" to find ways to overcome the challenges.An encouraging sign, however, has been members of the public wanting the government to share more on how the threats are evolving and what they can do in their respective areas.

Seaman won three league titles, four FA Cups, a League Cup and the European Cup Winner's Cup. The 62-year-old has 75 England caps and was awarded an MBE in 1997.

With its smart navy door, Victorian gault brickwork and heavy velvet curtains drawn in the front window, the house looks like any other on the street. But a closer look reveals all is not as it seems.

G20 leader said the proposals, which critics claim blatantly favour Russia, would leave Ukraine 'vulnerable to attack' and could not be accepted in their current form.

Siobhan Ryan, 63, is one of 3,000 people in the UK who claim that either they or their family members have developed forms of ovarian cancer or mesothelioma from the well-known baby product.

Two wildlife trafficking suspects were apprehended by police in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, with 74 rare turtles. The duo, identified as Yanendra Gangwar and Arsh Pathania, were intercepted while attempting to transport the animals to Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand, for local buyers. The vehicle used in the smuggling attempt was also seized.

Sonam Wangchuk's wife challenges his detention under the NSA in the Supreme Court, calling it illegal and a violation of fundamental rights. The plea argues his arrest is based on stale allegations and aims to silence dissent, not address security. Wangchuk's wife also appealed to the President, alleging a 'witch-hunt'.

The agreements were completely sabotaged by Kiev with the support of Berlin and Paris

According to Bloomberg, the plan also envisages the lifting of the anti-Russian sanctions

The conflict needs to be brought to an end, the US Special Presidential Envoy for Ukraine emphasized

Fifteen children and seven adults were hospitalized in Sikar, Rajasthan, after inhaling toxic fumes near an industrial area. Preliminary investigations suggest the fumes originated from a furnace burning clothes. Authorities are investigating the incident, and affected children are reported to be in stable condition.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhgam chief Vijay resumed his poll campaign in Tamil Nadu, challenging the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision and criticizing the MK Stalin government for «loot and dynasty politics.» Vijay emphasized his party's focus on moving education to the state list and conducting a caste census, contrasting it with «empty promises» on NEET.

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with his Ukrainian counterpart, reiterating New Delhi's call for an immediate end to the conflict and lasting peace. This comes amid complex developments, including a US proposal for peace and internal challenges faced by Ukraine. The conversation highlighted India's consistent diplomatic stance on the ongoing crisis.

Justice Surya Kant, a distinguished judge, is set to become India's 53rd Chief Justice on Monday, succeeding Justice BR Gavai. With a tenure extending until February 2027, Justice Kant's career is marked by significant rulings on Article 370, sedition law, and Pegasus spyware. His contributions also span electoral transparency and gender justice within the legal fraternity.