Rwanda: 28 Dead, Over 200 Hospitalized After Drinking Toxic Alcohol
At least 28 people have died and 229 others have…
Africa Rewrites Its Digital Narrative in the Modern Age
Africa rewrites its digital narrative as technology transforms how the continent presents itself to the world. For many years, global media shaped Africa’s image with stories focused on conflict and crisis. Today, this perception is changing. With over 415 million mobile internet users, Africans now tell their own stories and highlight a new era of…
Rwanda: 28 Dead, Over 200 Hospitalized After Drinking Toxic Alcohol
At least 28 people have died and 229 others have been hospitalized in Rwanda after consuming alcohol suspected to contain dangerous chemicals, health authorities have confirmed. According to the Ministry of Health, the victims were recorded between February 2 and February 12, 2026. The affected individuals were admitted to health facilities in Bugesera District, Ruhango…
Obama Aliens comments podcast: Former president clarifies ‘They’re Real’ remark
The Obama aliens comments podcast moment quickly went viral after former US President Barack Obama said “they’re real” when asked about extraterrestrials. He later clarified that the probability of aliens visiting Earth remains low. Obama made the remarks during an interview with podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen, in what he described as a rapid-fire “speed…
Leysdown beach manslaughter case: Teenagers guilty over killing of Alexander Cashford
The Leysdown beach manslaughter case has concluded with three teenagers found guilty over the killing of Alexander Cashford, who was lured to a beach in Kent and fatally attacked. A 16-year-old girl and two boys, aged 15 and 16, denied murdering the 49-year-old but were convicted of manslaughter following a trial at Woolwich Crown Court….
Hillary Clinton Epstein files cover-up claim in BBC interview
The Hillary Clinton Epstein files cover-up allegation has intensified political tensions in Washington after the former US secretary of state accused the Trump administration of withholding key documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Speaking to the BBC in Berlin, Clinton urged officials to release the remaining files, saying the administration was “slow-walking it.” Clinton calls for…
Gisele Pelicot memoir: Survivor of France mass rape case speaks out
The Gisele Pelicot memoir recounts the shocking France mass rape case that stunned the world in 2024. In A Hymn to Life, Pelicot details how her former husband drugged her for years and invited dozens of men to rape her while she was unconscious. Her decision to waive anonymity during the trial transformed her into…
DP World Chief Resigns After Epstein Links Spark Pressure
The head of global ports operator DP World has resigned after growing scrutiny over his reported links to Jeffrey Epstein. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem stepped down as chairman and chief executive following the release of documents showing he exchanged hundreds of emails with Epstein over a decade. Being named in the files does not prove…
Why Galentine’s Day Might Be Better Than Valentine’s Day
Why squeeze all your affection — flowers, chocolates, grand gestures — into a single February date? Instead of stressing over Valentine’s Day, this might be the year to step away from the pressure and celebrate something lighter: Galentine’s Day. The idea comes from the sitcom Parks and Recreation. In a 2010 episode, Amy Poehler’s character,…
AU peace and security council Somalia: Reaffirms sovereignty and condemns external interference
The AU Peace and Security Council Somalia reaffirmed the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity on Thursday. It rejected Israel’s recognition of Somaliland and condemned external interference in Sudan amid escalating conflict. Rejection of Somaliland Recognition The council issued a statement condemning Israel’s unilateral recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. It called for the recognition…
US aircraft carriers Middle East: Second carrier deploys Amid Iran tensions
The US aircraft carriers Middle East deployment expands as the Pentagon sends the Gerald R. Ford to join the Abraham Lincoln. The move comes amid growing tensions between the United States and Iran. Second carrier deployment The Gerald R. Ford, the U.S.’s newest and largest aircraft carrier, has been operating in the Caribbean. It participated…
Somalia drought crisis 2026: Millions face water shortages and food insecurity
The Somalia drought crisis 2026 has left millions struggling with water shortages, crop failures, and livestock losses. Humanitarian agencies warn that without urgent intervention, parts of the country could face famine. Millions Affected by Drought Somali authorities estimate 4.61 million people are affected, including over 490,000 displaced in search of water, food, and pasture. At…