[RFI] Chad has become a refuge for hundreds of thousands of people fleeing the conflict in Sudan - and, as violence against civilians intensifies in Darfur, even more people are crossing the border. The influx is straining already scarce resources in one of the poorest countries in Africa. Fresh from a visit to eastern Chad, Charlotte Slente of the Danish Refugee Council tells RFI why the escalating humanitarian crisis needs the world's attention.

There was a time last year when we had to be double quick to pick up any parcels left on our doorsteps by delivery drivers.

Ten-year-old Sara Sharif was living in a quiet suburban street in Woking, Surrey, when, two years ago, she was hideously tortured and murdered.

A party thrown for the matriarch of the Kardashians at the home of one of the richest men in the world was always going to attract attention.

Last week I wrote an article condemning the fashion faux pas that is the quarter-zip jumper. This was in the nature of a public service announcement - saving men from themselves.

Mohammed Fathi Eltbie, 24, is accused of attacking the woman in woodland of Maxwell Road on Wednesday.

The National Democratic Alliance is poised to retain power in Bihar with a significantly strengthened mandate, projected to win around 200 seats in the 243-member assembly. The BJP is leading in 91 seats and JD(U) in 79, outperforming rivals across all regions. The Mahagathbandhan secured only 37 seats, with RJD leading in 28.

Nitish Kumar's JD(U) achieved a remarkable comeback in Bihar, nearly doubling its seats to 85 and proving his leadership despite facing numerous challenges. Focusing on development and women voters, Nitish defied predictions of a decline. However, the BJP's stronger performance within the NDA might complicate his return as Chief Minister, signaling tough negotiations ahead.

Prashant Kishor's ambitious Jan Suraaj party faced a significant setback in the Bihar elections. Despite meticulous planning and a nationwide padyatra, the party struggled to connect with voters on the ground. A lack of local leadership and candidate recognition proved to be major hurdles. The party's focus on professional credentials over local roots also impacted its performance.

Lalu Prasad Yadav's influence persists in Bihar politics, even without his participation in the 2025 elections. His legacy, marked by both 'jungle raj' criticism and support for marginalized communities, continues to shape electoral strategies. Both ruling and opposition alliances invoke his name, highlighting his enduring relevance. Lalu remains a central figure in Bihar's political discourse.

Bihar's recent assembly elections saw the NDA achieve a significant win. The coalition's strategy focused on women-centric welfare programs and various giveaways. These initiatives, including cash allowances and grants, resonated strongly with voters, particularly women and first-time voters. This approach proved successful, mirroring similar electoral outcomes in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Today, Rachel Reeves is sitting in the Treasury putting the final touches to her Budget. Or she should be.

David Lalgee, 64, a popular church pastor from Tameside, acted heroically to sacrifice himself and save his wife, Jo, by swerving the car he was driving so that he took the brunt of the impact.

Bosses say it marks 'a return to Bentley making more extreme cars' providing 'scintillating' performance adding: 'The changes yield the highest power density of any Bentley engine.'

Craig Nuttall, 51, and his brother Raymond, 47, had arrived at Watchet Marina in July 2025 insisting they were planning a few quiet days on the water in their Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat, the Guzzla.

Winston Churchill famously declared that 'gin and tonic has saved more Englishmen's lives, and minds, than all the doctors in the Empire'-but is it genuinely healthy?

La République démocratique du Congo (RDC) a officiellement accepté d'assumer la Co-facilitation du Partenariat pour les Forêts du Bassin du Congo (PFBC), succédant à la République Gabonaise. L'annonce a été faite ce mardi 11 novembre, en marge de la COP30 à Belém, par la Ministre de l'Environnement, Développement durable et Nouvelle économie du Climat, Professeur Marie Nyange Ndambo. Ce mandat débutera en janvier 2026 et marque une nouvelle étape dans l'engagement de la RDC pour la (...) - ENVIRONNEMENT / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

TEHRAN – Burkina Faso’s Security Minister Mahamadou Sana has voiced the country’s willingness to benefit from Iran's anti-narcotics police expertise in the fight against drugs.

TEHRAN – The Regional Organization for the Protection of the Marine Environment (ROPME) Executive Committee has approved three initiatives proposed by Iran.

Total budget outlays will reach $609.5 billion, exceeding the initial plan by $4.6 billion

Russia is still interested in continuing work as part of the G20, Dmitry Peskov said

Dmitry Peskov emphasized that the forum suggests discussing solely issues in the global economy

In total, the EU purchased gas from Russia to the amount of 10.6 bln euro, which is 1.6% higher in annual terms

Mine-clearing operations in the Kursk Region, which was earlier freed from Ukrainian forces, are still underway

As deadly drug overdoses climbed across Canada, decision-makers faced political backlash for funding programs that gave drug users prescribed opioids and, against their own experts’ advice, scaled back their support of safe supply programs, an investigation by CBC’s the fifth estate has found.

Global public health expert, Professor Derek Yach, has disapproved of decisions by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to exclude players in the tobacco industry at its engagements and conferences, arguing the tendency is robbing public health scientists the opportunity to get high-quality research. WHO recently determined that it is not necessary and is fundamentally inappropriate […] The post Give Tobacco Industry Players a Seat At Your Public Health Engagements or Suffer Interference – Prof Yach Warns WHO appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Justice Dr Jane Mayemu Ansah, SC on Friday officially launched the 2025/2026 Lean Season Food Insecurity Response Programme at Kavitowo Primary School Ground in Mzimba, marking a major government intervention to cushion millions of Malawians facing hunger. The programme follows President Peter Mutharika’s declaration of a State of Disaster as hunger deepens across […] The post Vice President Ansah Launches 2025/2026 Lean Season Food Programme in Mzimba, Hails APM for Prioritising People’s Welfare appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Baidoa (HOL) — Southwest State President Abdiasis Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen called Friday for an immediate halt to the deadly clan clashes in Wala-weyn, warning that a week of violence in the Lower Shabelle district has left multiple people dead, destroyed homes and further destabilized an already fragile region.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s finance minister says a steep decline in global development assistance has weakened the country’s economic outlook, slowing growth projections for 2025 and increasing pressure on the federal government’s limited domestic revenues.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — Kenya’s miraa exports to Somalia fell 16.9 percent in the first half of 2025, dropping to 1.7 million kilograms from 2.1 million kilos a year earlier, as rising competition from Ethiopian producers and restrictions in Somalia disrupted shipments, according to the Agriculture and Food Authority.

TEHRAN – The fifth International Combinatorics Olympiad (ICO 2025) took place in Tehran on October 30 and 31, bringing together approximately 5,000 competitors from over 70 countries both in person and online.

TEHRAN – Hossam Elsharkawi, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has highlighted the role of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) as one of the region's and the world's active humanitarian actors.

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor expressed that he was not invited to campaign in Bihar, where the party faced a significant setback. He emphasised the need for a detailed examination of the reasons behind the poor performance, including the popular mood, organisational strengths, and messaging.

Madame le Ministre Élodie Diane Fouefoue Épse Sandjoh a effectué le vendredi 07 novembre 2025, une visite de terrain dans le 3 arrondissement de Franceville, afin de constater l'état d'avancement des travaux d'alimentation en eau potable engagés il y a quelques mois. Depuis plus de six ans, les populations de cette zone sont confrontées à une pénurie totale d'eau. Face à cette situation, le Gouvernement, sous l'impulsion du Chef de l'État, a initié un vaste programme de réhabilitation (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON