Cuba to increase price of fuel by more than 500% News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 The island is experiencing a crippling economic crisis which has already driven thousands to emigrate. Read More
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un believed to have turned 40 News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 North Korea watchers believe he hit the milestone on Monday, although the state remained silent. Read More
Ethiopia-Somaliland army chiefs meet amid regional tensions News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 The two discuss military co-operation as concerns rise over a deal about sea access for Ethiopia. Read More
Ecuador prisoners take guards hostage after drug lord’s escape News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 Rioting erupted at six jails after the leader of Los Choneros prison gang escaped from his cell. Read More
Niger deposed President Mohamed Bazoum’s son freed by coup leaders News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 Salem Bazoum was detained with his parents since the presidential guard staged a coup last year. Read More
Macron picks Attal, 34, as France’s youngest PM News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 Gabriel Attal has been named France’s next prime minister, as Emmanuel Macron aims to revive his presidency with a new government. Read More
Israel-Gaza live news: Dozens reported killed in Gaza as Blinken urges protection for civilians News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 The Hamas-run health ministry reports 57 deaths in one hospital alone in central Gaza. Read More
Israeli border residents demand action as Hezbollah clashes escalate News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 As fighting spirals, Israelis living near Lebanon worry about a full-scale attack by Hezbollah. Read More
From Bill to Michael, why Mr Haley switched names News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 Nikki Haley wrote in her 2012 book that she suggested her husband change his name from Bill to Michael. Read More
Moïse Katumbi in DR Congo: Troops surrounded poll loser’s home News / January 9, 2024 January 9, 2024 The deployment came after Moïse Katumbi rejected the president’s landslide victory in elections. Read More