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Banksy mural 'The Migrant Child' removed from Venetian palazzo for restoration

Banksy's 'The Migrant Child' appeared on a Venetian wall in 2019 and has since largely deteriorated. An Italian bank is supervising the artwork's restoration.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Uganda: NRM Parish Supervisor Arrested in Lira City Over Electoral Malpractice

[Nile Post] Tensions have escalated in Lira City's City East Division following the arrest of Dray Okello, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) parish supervisor for Acwao Ward, on allegations of electoral malpractice during the ongoing party primaries.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Kenya: Ruto's Silence on Missing e-Citizen Billions 'Deepens Mistrust'

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- As Kenyans reel under economic hardship, President William Ruto's silence on the e-citizen multi-billion-shilling scandal sparks outrage and deepens mistrust.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

China’s Aggression Isn’t About Communism – It’s About Empire

China’s expansionist ambitions and the national obsession with eradicating cultural differences long predate the CCP.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

No foreign sausages, UK government warns British tourists

β€œWe are asking the public to take this seriously," says biosecurity minister amid foot-and-mouth scare.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

UnitedHealth says it is cooperating with DOJ investigations into Medicare billing practices

In a securities filing, UnitedHealth said it has begun complying with formal criminal and civil requests from the DOJ.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Budapest mayor probed for organizing city’s banned Pride event

Hungarian PM Viktor OrbΓ‘n tried to have this year's Budapest Pride cancelled, but Mayor Gergely KarΓ‘csony found a legal loophole to allow it to proceed.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

EU chief says ties with China at 'inflection point'

A summit between China and the European Union is cut to just a day as ties grow fraught.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

My advice to people who want to write a romance novel? Don’t get dumped before you finish it | Patrick Lenton

Ultimately what helped me write my happy ever after was the same delusion that helped me recover from heartbreak and go out and fall head over heels in love againThere is one incredibly important way that the shiny romantic comedy genre differs from the cold and grimy indignities of reality, and it explains the global love affair (pun sadly intended) with the form: the happy ever after.It’s obviously not the only...

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Hidden gems and secret corners: a rare glimpse inside Melbourne’s most captivating buildings

For three days as part of Open House Melbourne, the public will be able to peek behind the doors of artist’s studios, distinctive buildings and historic homesGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailBeneath an unassuming Collingwood apartment block, two Melbourne-based artists are preparing to open their studio to the public.The artist and designer Callum Preston has shared a studio with the street artist Tyrone...

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Guardian Australia favicon Guardian Australia

Ghana: President of the Supreme Court Suspended - Bishops Concerned

[Agenzia Fides] Accra -- "The suspension of the President of the Supreme Court is a matter of great national importance." This is how the Ghanaian Bishops' Conference (CBC) has expressed its concern regarding the suspension of Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, Chief of Justice of Ghana.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Sudan: Cholera and Other Epidemics, 'Side Effects' of an Endless War

[Agenzia Fides] Khartoum -- In addition to the war, Sudan is suffering from the spread of diseases that are worsening the humanitarian crisis, with a health alert for the spread of cholera. According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), between July 2024 and the end of May 2025, 83,000 cases of cholera were recorded, of which 32,000 occurred in 2025, with a peak last May,...

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

A Summer of Reckoning for Japan’s EconomyΒ 

Aside from the question of growth, it remains unclear whether policymakers can reorient the country’s future trajectory before serious problems set in.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

International Kurash Tournament: Under the Eiffel Tower, an ancient sport takes centre stage

For three days, the centre of Paris turned into a celebration of an ancient Central Asian tradition as more than a hundred athletes from 25 countries stepped onto the gilam for the International Kurash Tournament for the Prize of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Tanzania: Sea Cucumbers, Smart Moves Spark Tanzania's Ocean Revolution

[Daily News] Who knew sea cucumbers and seaweed could pay the bills? Thanks to a transformative initiative known as the Bahari Mali Project, where over 400 Tanzanians in Tanga and Pemba have found themselves not just knee-deep in marine life, but knee-deep in opportunity.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

ICC convicts 2 over Central African Republic war crimes

The International Criminal Court has sentenced two Central African Republic militia leaders to up to 15 years for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump’s Tariffs Aren’t the Only US Policy Hurting South Korea’s Economy

Any trade deal will also need to address regulatory changes that are degrading South Korean investments in the U.S.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

No survivors as passenger plane crashes in eastern Russia

An Antonov An-24 plane carrying almost 50 passengers and crew has crashed near Russia's far east, near the Chinese border. Authorities say there is no sign of any survivors.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump’s Tariff Games Darkens the Outlook for the U.S. Apparel Supply Industry

β€˜Uncertainty is the word that everyone uses,’ said Julia Hughes, president of the U.S. Fashion Industry Association. Ongoing tariff uncertainty is putting pressure on U.S. textile and apparel firms, as sourcing executives warn that the lack of clear trade rules is complicating supply chain planning, pricing strategies and diversification efforts. RELATED: Italian Industry Warns Trump’s […]

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Israel blames UN for Gaza aid failures

The United Nations rejected the accusation, saying Israel was preventing its workers from accessing and distributing truckloads of aid inside Gaza.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Namibia: Oshakati Purification Project Takes Off

[New Era] Oshakati -- The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) last week launched the long-awaited water treatment plant extension project at Oshakati.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

ECB holds rates at 2%, pauses easing cycle

Policymakers at the eurozone's central bank have opted to put its series of interest rate cuts on hold, keeping the key rate figure at 2%. It comes amid tariff tensions with the Trump administration.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Namibia: Financial Strain Gags Community Media

[New Era] The mandate to educate and inform citizens has been strenuous for community media due to little to no resources and support from government.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Namibia: MPs Push for Transparent, Inclusive Budget

[New Era] Swakopmund -- Members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Budget and Finance (BFC) and other stakeholders have been urged to actively contribute towards making Namibia's budget processes more transparent, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all citizens.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

South Africa: UCT Scraps Flawed Ai Detectors

[UCT] The University of Cape Town (UCT) has made a decisive move in the global education debate on artificial intelligence (AI) by officially adopting a university-wide framework that sets out how AI technologies should be integrated into teaching, learning and assessment.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Shifting winds trap fire crews in deadly wildfire in Turkey

Ten people, including volunteers, were killed while battling wildfires in Turkey’s Eskisehir province on Wednesday.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ethiopia: Facebook Post Forces Afar Police to Disown Page, Blame 'Rogue Ex-Employee'

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- The Afar Regional Police Commission, through a statement released via the Ethiopian Federal Police, has disavowed a controversial statement posted on its official Facebook page, blaming the post on a former communications officer who allegedly defected to an unnamed "enemy."

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

EU, China mark 50 years of diplomatic ties

Relations between the EU and China have been strained by trade frictions. Both sides are also grappling with heightened geopolitical and economic tensions.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Banks told to dump fossil fuels to meet new net zero standard

The Science Based Targets initiative says that, to be 1.5C-aligned, financial institutions must stop funding firms that are expanding fossil fuel production and use The post Banks told to dump fossil fuels to meet new net zero standard appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

Germany urged to clarify refugee policy for Palestinians

After having just lifted a controversial 18-month freeze on asylum rulings, Germany is being pressed to grant full refugee status to Palestinians as Israel's actions in Gaza claim ever more civilian casualties.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

At least six killed and dozens injured in explosion in northern Syria, officials say

The Syrian Civil Defence, also known as the White Helmets, confirmed at least six deaths from the blast, which took place in the town of Maarat Misrin north of the city of Idlib.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

EU hails progress on China's rare earth curbs but insists trade be rebalanced

After a one-day summit in Beijing, the European Union insisted on the need to immediately rebalance trade relations with China.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How Slovenia helped Tadej Pogacar become Tour de France star

The 26-year-old from Slovenia is already one of the greatest cyclists ever. But how did the country help him grow?

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

India’s Dalai Lama Reincarnation Dilemma

The strategic implications of the Dalai Lama’s reincarnation have been well known for years, but the changing international context has complicated India’s plans.

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Come now, spill the beans on Sol

The biography fails to provide the promised insider’s view, remains thin on detail

Published on: July 24, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa