Pope in DR Congo: ‘Hands off Africa’ says Pope Francis in Kinshasa speech
Pope Francis gave a speech where he spoke of the centuries of exploitation faced by the country.
Africa Live: Corruption claims are ‘nothing new’ says Atiku
The presidential candidate reacts as Nigerian media dissect leaked tapes of a man plotting embezzlement – and more.
Antony Blinken: Settlements hinder Israeli-Palestinian peace
The US secretary of state says there is “a shrinking horizon of hope for the Palestinians”.
Iran dancing couple given 10-year jail sentence
The pair, both in their early 20s, were reportedly convicted for promoting corruption and propaganda.
Taiwan parrot incident: Owner fined $90k after bird injures doctor
The bird in Taiwan had been taken out for a fly around with another macaw when the incident happened.
George Santos to step down from House committees
The 34-year-old Republican has faced calls to resign after admitting he fabricated parts of his CV.
Chicago prosecutor will drop sexual abuse charges against Kelly
The musician is already facing decades in prison after being convicted of sexual crimes.
Secretive Saudi executions leave families in the dark
Relatives of prisoners are given no advance warning of executions, and left with no bodies to bury.
