AFCON 2025: The last 16
AFCON’s last 16 brings together hosts under pressure, heavyweights in form and underdogs with nothing to lose.
Swiss officials face painful task of identifying victims of deadly bar fire
Investigators warn that with some of the bodies badly burned, the identification process could take weeks.
Maduro says Venezuela open to talks with US, remains mum on dock attack
Venezuela leader strikes conciliatory tone while renewing claim US wants to topple government for vast oil reserves.
South Korean President Lee to visit Beijing for pivotal 2nd summit with Xi
Analysts say summit signals Beijing’s desire to strengthen ties amid shifting regional alliances.
South African activist uses history to highlight ongoing injustice
An activist-turned-historian takes tourists through South Africa’s painful colonial history, which still echoes today.
Flights from Aden airport in Yemen halted amid latest tensions
STC separatists accuse Saudi Arabia of requiring flights to UAE to land in Jeddah; Saudi source rejects claim.
Turkmenistan legalises crypto mining and exchanges in shift for economy
Legislation signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov establishes a licensing scheme overseen by country’s central bank.
‘We will not wait’: Mamdani kicks off housing plans after inaugural party
The inaugural ceremony broke with tradition, as large crowds and a public party greeted New York’s new mayor.
Kim Jong Un’s potential heir makes public visit to N Korean founder’s tomb
Kim Ju Ae’s first public visit to the Kumsusan Mausoleum added to speculation she may become the next in line.
Peru approves emergency overhaul of state oil firm Petroperu
The move opens key assets to private investment and comes as Petroperu faces mounting losses and debt.