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Khartoum Residents Return to a City in Ruins After Years of Fighting

After years of devastating conflict, many displaced residents of Khartoum are beginning to return home. But the Sudanese capital they once knew has been left in ruins, with destroyed infrastructure, shattered services, and entire neighborhoods reduced to rubble. Experts warn that it will take years—and billions of dollars—to rebuild. A City Struggling to Recover The…

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UK Government Targets Immigration Backlog of 51,000 Cases

The UK government says it is stepping up efforts to reduce its massive immigration backlog, which currently stands at more than 51,000 cases. Officials hope the new measures will not only speed up decision-making but also accelerate the removal of individuals who have no legal right to remain in the country. Tackling a Growing Backlog…

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South Africa Vows to Sustain HIV Program Despite $427M U.S. Funding Withdrawal

South Africa is facing a new challenge in the fight against HIV/AIDS after the United States announced a $427 million funding withdrawal from the country’s health sector. The support, channeled through the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), has been a lifeline for the world’s largest HIV program for two decades. The South…

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Paul Biya Confirms 2025 Candidacy on Social Media: Cameroon’s Longest-Serving Leader Seeks Another Term

Paul Biya Confirms 2025 Candidacy Online Cameroon’s President Paul Biya has officially confirmed his 2025 candidacy for the upcoming presidential election. The announcement was made through a statement shared on social media, instantly drawing nationwide attention. At 92 years old, Biya is not only among the world’s longest-serving leaders but also one of the oldest…

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Malawi’s Climate Crisis Is Forcing Families to Marry Off Young Girls

Climate Change and Child Marriage in Malawi In Malawi’s Mangochi district, worsening droughts are pushing families into desperate decisions. With food insecurity rising and incomes collapsing, some parents are marrying off their young daughters, seeing them as one less mouth to feed. This survival tactic is part of a worrying trend where climate stress directly…

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Mohamed Salah Makes History as First Three-Time PFA Player of the Year Winner

Mohamed Salah Wins PFA Player of the Year for a Record Third Time Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah has made history after being named the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Player of the Year for 2025. The Egyptian forward is now the first footballer to win the prestigious award three times, underlining his dominance in English football….

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China to Make AI Classes Compulsory in Schools from September 2025

Starting September 1, 2025, China will make artificial intelligence (AI) education mandatory in all primary and secondary schools. The reform will see children as young as six begin formal AI instruction, marking a bold step in the country’s quest to strengthen its position as a global leader in technology and innovation. What the New Policy…

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Nationwide Strike as Fears Grow for 50 Hostages in Gaza

Thousands of people joined a nationwide strike on Sunday, demanding urgent action to free the 50 hostages still believed to be in Gaza. The protests were widespread, taking place in several major cities. Demonstrators said they fear that renewed fighting could put the hostages’ lives in even greater danger. Anger and Anxiety Protesters carried signs,…

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UN Warns of Record Starvation Levels in Gaza

The United Nations has warned that starvation and malnutrition levels in Gaza have reached their highest point since the war began. According to UN agencies, worsening food shortages, damaged infrastructure, and restrictions on aid delivery have created a humanitarian emergency affecting millions of people. Starvation at Record Highs The UN reports that families in Gaza…

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Draft Peace Deal Shared Between Sudanese Army and Rebels – Qatari Official

Doha, August 18, 2025 – A Qatari official confirmed on Sunday that a draft peace agreement aimed at ending the ongoing fighting between Sudan’s army and rebel forces has been shared with both sides. Speaking to reporters in Doha, the official said the document represents “a significant step forward” in efforts to resolve the bloody…

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