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UK’s last coal-fired power plant to close after more than 100 years

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 16:38
Britain's transition to net zero is changing the country's energy landscape.

Rwanda reports eight deaths linked to Marburg virus

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 16:36
The deadly Marburg virus originates in fruit bats and spreads among people through close contact.

Could rival Lebanese factions exploit a weakened Hezbollah?

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 16:16
Rival Lebanese parties may exploit Hezbollah's weakness as the group struggles to survive a war against Israel.

What is the legacy of Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador?

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 15:50
Mexico's outgoing leader enjoys record popularity after slashing poverty, but divisive reforms have drawn outrage.

Why South Africa should adopt Namibia’s reciprocal visa regime

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 15:39
A reciprocal visa regime will not damage tourism. In fact, it could benefit South Africa economically and politically.

Israel’s attack on Beirut’s Kola: What happened and why it matters

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 15:34
The attack on Sunday was the first one to target a central district of Beirut, not its suburbs, since October 7.

Israel ‘on a high’ after Nasrallah killing, as mood for an invasion grows

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 15:30
Confident amid successes against Hezbollah, Israel's public is increasingly in favour of deepening the war in Lebanon.

Israel hits Yemen’s infrastructure again: What we know and why it matters

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 15:03
The large-scale Israeli attacks targeted seaports and power stations.

Israel has been bombing Yemen, Lebanon, Syria and Gaza

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 14:41
Yemen, Syria, Lebanon and Gaza were all hit by Israeli air strikes in the space of roughly 24 hours.

Austria election results: Far-right FPO wins, what’s next?

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 14:26
The OVP and the FPO can form a coalition government if Kickl gives up the chancellor position, experts say.

Sudan military denies targeting UAE diplomatic post in Khartoum

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 14:21
The Sudanese army accuses the RSF armed group of the 'shameful and cowardly' attack on ambassador's residence.

Three children among 12 dead as boat capsizes off Tunisian coast

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:54
At least 10 people still missing and 29 rescued in latest boat disaster in the Mediterranean.

Israeli bombardment of Lebanon sends 100,000 fleeing to war-torn Syria: UN

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:37
The UN Refugee Agency operates at four crossing points to assist those fleeing Lebanon for safety in Syria.

Israeli raids force 100,000 to flee Lebanon for Syria

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:06
The mass displacement into the war-torn neighbour began a week ago when Israel widened its attacks on Lebanon.

Real winners of Sri Lanka’s election: A people emboldened to force change

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 12:19
Anura Kumara Dissanayake rode a wave of anger to power. But any Sri Lankan leader's position is precarious today.

France’s World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann quits international football

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 12:09
Star midfielder Griezmann has called time on a 10-year career that saw him score 44 goals in 137 matches for France.

Putin says Ukraine goals will be ‘achieved’ as he repeats ‘neo-Nazi’ claims

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 11:57
President repeats justification for sending forces into Ukraine as Moscow launches swarms of drones against Kyiv.

Video: Hezbollah’s deputy leader delivers defiant message

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 11:49
Hezbollah’s deputy leader Naim Qassem has delivered the group’s first video message since the killing of its leader.

What would a ground invasion mean for Lebanon and Israel?

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 11:46
Israel has learned from its mistakes during the 2006 invasion, but so has Hezbollah. So what is the plan?

Japan’s incoming PM Ishiba calls snap vote

Mon, 09/30/2024 - 10:56
Newly-elected Shigeru Ishiba emphasises need for immediate public approval of new administration.

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