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Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation Launches her First Virtual Mentorship and Leadership Platform to Inspire The Next Generation of Leaders

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:59:26 GMT

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Dubai [UAE] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 8: Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, has launched 'Beyond Power; Leadership, Global Influence and Impact', her first virtual Mentorship and Leadership Platform through Substack, creating an accessible resource designed to inspire, guide, and support future leaders, particularly women and young future leaders. The platform is acces

Shortage of Cisplatin and Carboplatin is threat to cancer patients, alerts Top Experts

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:59:16 GMT

By Shalini Bhardwaj

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The shortage of platinum-based cancer drugs like Cisplatin and Carboplatin is a threat to cancer care treatment, the top Experts from AIIMS Delhi stated, as these drugs play a crucial role in the treatment of cancer like head and neck, lung, ovarian, bladder, and gastrointestinal cancers.

'As a surgical oncologist at AIIMS Delhi, I view the reported shor

South Africa tightens Ebola defenses at borders

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:24:54 GMT

Temperature checks, travel history reviews, and health monitoring are being intensified, officials have said

South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) has intensified screening and surveillance measures at ports of entry to prevent the Ebola virus from entering the country, as a deadly outbreak continues to spread across parts of Central Africa.

The outbreak has claimed at least 61 l

Shortage of Cisplatin and Carboplatin is threat to cancer pateints alerts Top Experts

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:24 GMT

By Shalini Bhardwaj

'As a surgical oncologist at AIIMS Delhi, I view the reported shor

South Africa launches crackdown on illegal immigration

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:47:23 GMT

Pretoria plans dedicated immigration courts, biometric IDs, and foreign worker quotas, President Cyril Ramaphosa has said

South Africa has announced a sweeping new crackdown on illegal immigration, including faster deportations, tougher penalties for employers hiring undocumented migrants, and tighter border controls.

On Sunday, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said authorities would

Marsh, Head, Sangha to miss key matches on Australia's Bangladesh tour

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:59:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Australia have been dealt a significant blow ahead of their upcoming white-ball tour of Bangladesh, with three key players unavailable.

Captain Mitch Marsh will miss the ODI leg of the series due to an ankle injury, while spinner Tanveer Sangha has been ruled out of the entire tour with a hamstring complaint.

Star opener Travis Head will also miss the entire tour, with the

"Hopefully we play our best cricket and make an impact": Harmanpreet Kaur ahead of T20 World Cup

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:32:46 GMT

London [UK], June 8 (ANI): India captain Harmanpreet Kaur believes her side has the potential to lift the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 trophy, stressing the importance of maintaining balance and focusing on playing good cricket rather than carrying the burden of expectations.

Speaking during the Captains' Carnival in London ahead of the tournament opener on June 12, Harmanpreet reflected on the growing populari

Ebola cases top 500

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:06:21 GMT

More than 90 deaths have been recorded across three provinces in DR Congo, the health authorities said

The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) has surpassed 500 confirmed cases, according to the latest figures released by the National Institute of Public Health.

On Sunday, the authorities recorded 515 confirmed infections and 91 deaths across the provin

BRICS driving global growth, accounts for over one-third of high-tech exports: Putin

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:31:35 GMT

Moscow [Russia], June 8 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has said BRICS nations are becoming a major force in the global economy, accounting for nearly half of annual global GDP growth over the past five years and significantly expanding their share of high-tech exports.

Addressing the plenary session of the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Putin noted that BRICS now contributes a

Dubai Chambers holds meetings to advance trade, investment cooperation with South Africa

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:29:51 GMT

DUBAI, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Dubai Chambers has discussed ways to enhance trade and investment cooperation with key public and private sector stakeholders from South Africa during a series of high-level meetings held in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa.

The meetings were designed to strengthen economic partnerships and unlock new opportunities for collaboration between the business communities in Dubai

South Africa's Ministry of Trade, Industry says UAE strategic partner for Africa

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:13:46 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE is a pivotal strategic partner for Africa, Lester Bouah, Chief Director for Investment Mobilisation at South Africa's Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, said, highlighting that Dubai's emergence as a global centre for trade and investment is opening new growth opportunities for South African businesses.

Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sid

Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 515

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:28:20 GMT

KINSHASA, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) -- The Democratic Republic of Congo said on Sunday that the number of confirmed Ebola cases had increased to 515 after 27 new samples tested positive in the previous 24 hours.

The confirmed cases include 91 deaths, government data showed.

WHO unveils $518 million Ebola plan for DRC

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:29:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), on Sunday highlighted the need for strong political commitment, sustained financing, and community engagement to contain the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

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"Devastating operations will be launched against regime and its supporters": Iran Embassy warns Israel over attacks

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:29:36 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Embassy of Iran in India on Monday issued a stern warning to Israel following repeated attacks on southern Lebanon, saying that 'devastating operations will be launched against the regime and its supporters.'

In a post on X, the Commander of Khatam al-Anbiya said the 'aggressive Zionist regime,' backed by the US and amid global silence, has violated the ceasefire and used bann

Louis Oosthuizen (back) WDs from LIV Golf Andalucia

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:05:12 GMT

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Louis Oosthuizen withdrew from Sunday's final round of LIV Golf Andalucia after sustaining a back injury.

Oosthuizen, who captains Southern Guards GC, confirmed the news on social media. The 43-year-old South African also announced Australia's Wade Ormsby as his replacement for the tournament in Valderrama, Spain.

Oosthuizen was 6-over-par entering the final r

Mideast in Pictures: From Gaza to Yemen, empty plates mark World Food Safety Day

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:45:32 GMT

CAIRO, June 7 (Xinhua) -- On World Food Safety Day, tens of millions of people across the Middle East are facing acute food shortages as protracted wars, economic collapse and mass displacement continue to cripple local food production and supply chains.

Recent data showed that more than 18 million people in Yemen and about 13.3 million people in Syria are food insecure; The entire food system in Gaza has collaps

A look at brothers to have scored in FIFA World Cup

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:34:08 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): With the FIFA World Cup 2026 just four days away, it is only right to take another peek into the tournament's rich history before proceedings begin with the campaign opener between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City.

Four sets of brothers have made their names immortalised on the World Cup scoresheet.

The first of those brothers appeared for West Germany in th

Keralam: 4-year-old girl infected with Shigella dies in Kozhikode, 2 discharged after treatment

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:33:18 GMT

Kozhikode (Keralam) [India], June 7 (ANI): A four-year-old girl who was undergoing treatment at Kozhikode Medical College in Keralam after being infected with Shigella died on Saturday.

The patient Nila from Thalakkulathur was admitted on Tuesday, while the doctors confirmed the presence of Shigella bacteria on Friday.

The infection was also confirmed in a two-year-old boy from Pantheerankavu and a ten-yea

China expands legal warfare against Taiwan critics, report warns

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:01:00 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], June 7 (ANI): A new report by a United States congressional commission has accused China of increasingly using legal mechanisms as a political weapon against Taiwan, highlighting a criminal investigation launched against Taiwanese lawmaker Puma Shen as a key example of Beijing's growing campaign of cross-border repression, as reported by The Taipei Times.

According to The Taipei Times, China has

Strict instructions issued to inspect food outlets, medical colleges prepared: Keralam govt takes measures against Shigella, Ebola

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:00:43 GMT

Thiruvananthapuram (Keralam) [India], June 7 (ANI): Keralam Health Minister K Muraleedharan on Sunday said that the state government has taken cognisance of the Shigella and Ebola outbreaks while noting the measures put in place to prevent the spread of the diseases.

Shigella bacteria cause shigellosis, an intestinal infection that typically leads to diarrhoea and fever. While the infection is usually mild and s

"Salah ready for matches...": Egypt coach Hassan ahead of FIFA WC

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:00:31 GMT

Cairo [Egypt], June 7 (ANI): Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said that star striker Mohamed Salah is ready for the FIFA World Cup matches, after the veteran featured in the second half of his side's loss to Brazil in the pre-WC friendly.

Brazil continued their preparations for the 2026 FIFA WC in impressive fashion, securing a 2-1 victory over Egypt in their final warm-up match in Cleveland and extending their winning

"She has put a marker out there to other teams...": Mooney backs youngster Voll to shine in Women's T20WC

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:53 GMT

Melbourne [Australia], June 7 (ANI): Australian veteran Beth Mooney has backed young opener Georgia Voll to shine in the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup, saying that she has got clarity regarding her game and role and will be a real threat with the way she picks up the length so easily.

Voll has made a remarkable impact since making her international T20I debut at the start of last year, and the 22-year-old w

(Hello Africa) Cultural bonds deepened as Zimbabwean students shine at "Chinese Bridge" competition

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:45:16 GMT

"My wish was to become the best competitor because I really like Chinese culture," 23-year-old Charissa Mavondo said. "It has been my dream to learn Chinese and this year I wanted to perform something that is different from all the other contestants."

HARARE, June 7 (Xinhua) -- On a crisp winter Friday in Harare, the national finals of the 2026 Chinese Bridge Competition in Zimbabwe kicked off wi

Rajasthan: Ugandan tourist isolated with Ebola-like symptoms tests negative

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:58:28 GMT

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 7 (ANI): The test report of a Ugandan woman, who was admitted to a hospital in Jaipur after exhibiting Ebola-like symptoms, has returned negative for the Ebola virus, Rajasthan health authorities said.

According to the Rajasthan Public Health department, the woman, who had arrived in Rajasthan from Uganda as a tourist, was admitted to RUHS Hospital in Jaipur and kept in isolation

Conflicting Reports Persist Over Supreme Leaders Condition

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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Conflicting Reports Persist Over Supreme Leaders Condition

Conflicting accounts continue to circulate over the condition of Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Irans late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was named as his fathers successor following his death in a US-Israeli air strike in February.

In remarks carried by Iranian media on June 6, senior cleric Ahmad Khatami repeated earl

Iranian Players Allowed In US 'One Day Before' World Cup Matches

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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Iranian Players Allowed In US One Day Before World Cup Matches, Says Soccer Federation Chief

Contrary to earlier reports about the entry and exit of the Iranian soccer team into the United States for the 2026 World Cup, the head of Iran's soccer federation, Mehdi Taj, said that the national team is allowed to enter the country one day before each match.

The World Cup is being h

US Mulls Reallocating Iranian Assets To Rebuild Gulf Allies

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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Reports: US Mulls Reallocating Iranian Assets To Rebuild Gulf Allies

The United States is considering using Iranian financial assets to help fund repairs and reconstruction in Gulf countries damaged by Iranian strikes, US media reported on June 6, citing unnamed sources familiar with the discussions.

Reports by ABC News, CNN, and other outlets said Treasury Secretary Scott Bess

Trump: US Would Oversee Iran Uranium Removal Or Use Force If No Deal

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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Trump: US Would Oversee Iran Uranium Removal Or Use Force If No Deal

President Donald Trump said the United States would work with Iran to retrieve and destroy its highly enriched uranium if the two sides reach an agreement to end the war between them, or take military action to seize the material if diplomacy fails.

In aninterview with NBC Newss Meet the Pressreleased on June

Israel Says It Intercepts Fresh Wave Of Iranian Air Attacks

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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Israel Says It Intercepts Fresh Wave Of Iranian Air Attacks

Iran fired a fresh wave of air attacks at Israel on June 7, all of which the Israeli army said had so far been intercepted.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed that it had launched missiles toward Israel on June 7, saying they were in retaliation for Israeli attacks on Lebanon earlier in the day.

Israel Says It Intercepts Wave Of Iranian Air Attacks

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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US Embassy In Jerusalem Urges Staff, Families To Shelter In Place

The American Embassy in Jerusalem has directed all US government employees and their families to shelter in place following renewed Iranian missile attacks on Israel.

"As a result of the current security situation in Israel...the US Embassy has directed all US government employees and their family members to shel

US Embassy In Jerusalem Urges Staff, Families To Shelter In Place

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

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US Embassy In Jerusalem Urges Staff, Families To Shelter In Place

The American Embassy in Jerusalem has directed all US government employees and their families to shelter in place following renewed Iranian missile attacks on Israel.

"As a result of the current security situation in Israel...the US Embassy has directed all US government employees and their family members to shel

India must improve Test performances, says Ajit Agarkar as team eyes WTC revival

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:00:44 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): India's struggles in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle have become a concern, with Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar admitting that the team needs to raise its standards if it hopes to climb the rankings and challenge for a place in the final.

Speaking during a press conference on Saturday after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announ

First-ever World Yogasana Championships boosts PM Modi's dreams of transforming traditional art into global sporting discipline

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:32:15 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 6 (ANI): Argentinian Nabila Sol Barraza comes from the same village as the legendary footballer Lionel Messi and follows the beautiful game with passion.

On the other hand, Singapore's Nathaniel Tan Leong An is a network engineer by profession.

Despite their varied backgrounds and cultures, Barraza and Nathaniel are united by their love for Yogasana, an ancient Indian tradi

Iran accuses US of denying visas to football team officials ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:32:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Iran has accused the United States of denying visas to a significant number of officials and support staff associated with its national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, escalating tensions just days before the team's opening match in the tournament, ABC News reported.

The dispute began after the Iranian Embassy in Turkiye responded to a social media post by US Ambas

Largest edition of Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2026 kicks off

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:28:39 GMT

ABU DHABI, 6th June May, 2026 (WAM) -- The fifth edition of Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS), the Middle East and North Africa region's largest indoor sporting event, has officially opened at the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Running from 6th June to 23rd August 2026, this edition serves as a premier platform for indoor sports, wellness, and community engagement throughout the summer months.

Organised by ADNEC Group, a M

Shubman Gill becomes second-fastest Indian captain to 1,000 Test runs

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:32:56 GMT

Chandigarh [India], June 6 (ANI): Shubman Gill reached the milestone of 1,000 Test runs as skipper, becoming the 11th player to do so for India during the One-off Test against Afghanistan at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

Gill achieved the landmark in just his 15th innings (Test), making him the second-fastest Indian captain to reach the mark, behind Sunil Gavaskar, who d

One-off Test: Shubman Gill, KL Rahul centuries lead India to 368/3 on Day 1 vs Afghanistan

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:32:07 GMT

Chandigarh [India], June 6 (ANI): India ended Day 1 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in a commanding position, reaching 368 for 3 in 85 overs at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.

Skipper Shubman Gill ended the day with 103 not out, with KL Rahul also hitting a century of his own, while Rishabh Pant supported with a well-timed 50. The strong batting display saw In

Group claims Iranian, African journalists denied visas for World Cup

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:05:13 GMT

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'Many' Iranian and African journalists have been denied the necessary visas to cover the World Cup in the United States, according to the International Sports Press Association.

The association sent a letter on Friday to Bryan Swanson, FIFA's director of media relations, and Jochen Steinhoff, the soccer governing body's head of media operations and services.

Taiwan lawmakers pass unanimous resolution against Beijing's diplomatic pressure tactics

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:01:06 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], June 6 (ANI): Taiwan's Legislative Yuan has unanimously passed a resolution condemning Beijing's alleged efforts to block President William Lai's planned visit to Eswatini in late April, according to a report by The Taipei Times.

As reported by The Taipei Times, the resolution was introduced by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party after the Presidential Office canceled Lai's scheduled April 21

Economic relations with UAE witnessing sustained growth: South African Chamber President

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:31:22 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Mtho Xulu, President of the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said that economic relations between the United Arab Emirates and South Africa are experiencing strong momentum and sustained growth, driven by a shared commitment from both governments and business communities to strengthen cooperation and transform their strategic partnership into tangible projects, inves

Virat Kohli ruled out of Afghanistan ODI series; Yashasvi Jaiswal named replacement

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:00:49 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 6 (ANI): India's batting heavyweight Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan after sustaining a hamstring injury during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's title-winning campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 last month.

Yashasvi Jaiswal has replaced him in the squad. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar also said that Kohli could be

Sudharsan misses ton but India in control vs AFG at 209/2 after second session on Day 1

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 10:00:44 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): India's batting top-order has done the damage on Day 1 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.

After a stellar campaign for the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, Sai Sudharsan continued his form in red-ball cricket and made 81 runs while coming to bat at number three.

He was preferred at

Four arrested in South Africa pangolin sale sting

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:56:47 GMT

The suspects were caught while allegedly trying to sell the endangered mammal, authorities said

Four suspects are expected to appear in the Welkom Magistrate's Court in South Africa's Free State province, following their arrest for attempting to sell an endangered pangolin for R80,000 ($5,000).

The suspects, aged between 47 and 62, face charges of contravening the National Environmental Man

Chinese manufacturers drive shared gains with BRI partners

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:47:01 GMT

NANCHANG, June 6 (Xinhua) -- From pickup trucks rolling onto the streets of Saudi Arabia to blood purification devices entering Southeast Asian hospitals, Chinese manufacturers are deepening their ties with Belt and Road partner countries, bringing benefits to local businesses, healthcare providers and consumers.

Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. (JMCG), a leading automaker based in east China's Jiangxi Province,

KENYA-AVOCADO-HARVEST SEASON

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:45:19 GMT

(260606) -- NAIROBI, June 6, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on June 4, 2026 shows avocados at an avocado orchard in Muranga County, Kenya, June 4, 2026. Kenya is currently the largest avocado producer in Africa and the first African country to export fresh avocados to China. Avocados produced in Kenya are renowned for their rich oil content and creamy flavor. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Lucknow: Customs arrest passenger for smuggling, seize Rs 10.39 crore narcotic substance

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:03:50 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 6 (ANI): Customs officers of the Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (CCSI), Amausi, Lucknow, have arrested a person and booked a case of smuggling of a narcotic substance suspected to be ganja/hydroponic marijuana.

According to the airport's Assistant Commissioner of Customs, the passenger, an Indian national, arrived on a flight from

Rahul, Sudharsan steady India at 96/1 after 1st session against Afghanistan (Day 1)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:03:38 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 6 (ANI): Fluent innings from KL Rahul and Sai Sudharsan guided India to 96/1 at the end of first session on Day 1 of the One-Off Test against Afghanistan on Saturday in New Chandigarh at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium.

Sudharsan and Rahul stitched 55 runs for the second wicket in 78 balls to guide the home team to 96/1 at lunch after 25 overs. Ra

"Three returnees from Ebola-hit African countries quarantined in Durg": Chhattisgarh Health Minister

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 06:03:35 GMT

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], June 6 (ANI): Amidst the recent surge in Ebola virus cases in several parts of Africa, Chhattisgarh Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal on Saturday said the state is 'fully prepared to handle any potential virus infection', while also announcing a new public grievance helpline under the Chief Minister's office.

The Health Minister emphasised that all necessary measures have been pu

FIFA allows sealed water bottles inside WC stadiums in US and Canada

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 05:59:38 GMT

New York [US], June 6 (ANI): Fans attending the upcoming FIFA World Cup matches in the United States and Canada will be allowed to bring one factory-sealed disposable water bottle into stadiums, FIFA said on Friday, revising its earlier stance that had banned reusable bottles on safety grounds.

The governing body clarified that spectators may carry a soft plastic bottle of up to 20 ounces (590 ml) into venues. Ho

Kuwait Says It Was Targeted by Seven Iranian Missiles Overnight

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:15:00 GMT

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Kuwait Says It Was Targeted by Seven Iranian Missiles Overnight

Iran fired seven ballistic missiles at Kuwait overnight, authorities said, and falling debris caused some damage on the ground, but no casualties.

The June 6 attack came just days after an Iranian strike on the Gulf states international airport killed one person and injured 63 others. The attack was the latest sign

Abdullah bin Zayed receives phone call from South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:57:34 GMT

Abu Dhabi [UAE], June 6 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a telephone call from Ronald Lamola, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa.

During the call, the two sides reviewed the overall situation in the region, regional developments, and the repercussions of the unprovoked Iranian terrorist

Africa will be quarter of global population by 2050 - Tanzanian president

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:56:07 GMT

The continent's demographic surge will drive much of the globe's workforce growth, Samia Suluhu Hassan has told SPIEF

One quarter of the world's population will be African by mid-century, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan said on Friday.

Speaking at the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International

Indian HC in Nairobi to plant 500,000 saplings under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:33:56 GMT

Nairobi [Kenya], June 5 (ANI): High Commission of India in Nairobi on Friday announced that they will plant 500,000 trees in Kenya under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative.

The High Commission said in a statement that on the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, High Commission in association with Drylake Ngelesa Conservancy Amboseli, launched a tree plantation drive to take forward Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam initiative o

Three African nations push ahead with landmark gas project

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:48:44 GMT

Algeria, Nigeria, and Niger have launched a new phase of construction aimed at completing a section of the pipeline

Algeria, Nigeria, and Niger have launched a new phase of construction aimed at completing the Algerian section of Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP), a major energy project designed to carry Nigerian gas to international markets through North Africa, APS reported on Thursday.

Rajasthan: Suspected Ebola case reported in Jaipur, woman from Uganda isolated

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:03:58 GMT

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 5 (ANI): A suspected case of Ebola virus disease has been reported in Rajasthan after a foreign national visiting the State from Uganda exhibited Ebola-like symptoms, prompting health authorities to activate precautionary protocols while awaiting laboratory confirmation.

The woman from Uganda who arrived in Jaipur from Sharjah on Friday morning was flagged during routine airport s

"First class cricket needs to be attractive...": Ashwin on where India needs to improve in Test cricket

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:24 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin said that for India to improve in Test cricket, first-class cricket should be attractive enough for players to take it up, and the problem about incentivising the longest format is a global one, rather than being restricted to India.

Ashwin was speaking on Cricinfor Honours Awards 2026. The question comes when India's Test cr

Africa wants investment, not aid - Tanzanian minister

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:57:13 GMT

The continent can become one of the world's fastest-growing economic regions, Kitila Mkumbo has said

Africa is seeking investment and equal partnerships, Tanzania's minister for Planning and Investment in the President's Office, Kitila Mkumbo, has said.

Speaking at the Russia-Africa Business Dialogue at the St.

Africa wants investment, not aid Tanzanian minister

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:57:13 GMT

The continent can become one of the worlds fastest-growing economic regions, Kitila Mkumbo has said

Africa is seeking investment and equal partnerships, Tanzania's minister for Planning and Investment in the President's Office, Kitila Mkumbo, has said.

Speaking at the Russia-Africa Business Dialogue at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026 on Thursday, Mkumbo argued t

DR CONGO-GOMA-EBOLA OUTBREAK-TESTING CAPACITY

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:48:35 GMT

(260605) -- GOMA, June 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A medical worker cleans up at an Ebola treatment center in Goma, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on June 4, 2026. Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have risen to 381, including 63 deaths, Health Minister Roger Kamba said Thursday evening.

The minister said the country's testing capacity has improved significantly following t

Xiconomics: Why China's green turn matters in a warming world

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:45:20 GMT

China has pursued a path that seeks harmony between development and nature, and is joining countries worldwide in a pursuit of a greener future for all.

BEIJING, June 5 (Xinhua) -- With the campaign message "Now for Climate," this year's World Environment Day calls for urgent action as the planet's warning signs grow harder to ignore.

From scorching temperatures and raging wildfires to seve

From semifinalists to Player of the Tournament: Nasser Hussain's ICC Women's T20WC predictions

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:59:37 GMT

London [UK], June 5 (ANI): Former England captain Nasser Hussain predicted that reigning champions New Zealand, Australia, England and India will reach the semifinals of the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

The upcoming edition will start from June 12 in UK, with England and Sri Lanka starting the tournament at Birmingham. Team India will start their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on June 14 at Birming

TIPSCON 2026 Brings Global Minds Together to Chart the Future

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:59:48 GMT

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New Delhi [India], June 5: In a landmark gathering of global academic and policy minds, Trinity Institute of Professional Studies (TIPS), Dwarka, successfully hosted the 14th edition of its flagship annual conference, TIPSCON 2026, on April 18 at the CCRT Auditorium, Sector-7, Dwarka, New Delhi. Organised in collaboration with Uniglobe College, affiliated with Pokhara University, Nepal, and sponsored by the

Varanasi-based orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vipin Singh honoured with Health Icon Award, marks major milestones in knee replacement surgery

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:03:39 GMT

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Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 5: In the field of orthopaedic care, consistent performance and patient outcomes remain key factors behind professional recognition.

Dr Vipin Singh, a joint replacement surgeon based in Varanasi, has been honoured with the Health Icon Award by Union Minister Anupriya Patel, acknowledging his contribution to knee replacement surgery and patient care.

The reco

Shakira, Burna Boy set to bring 'Dai Dai' magic at 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:57:59 GMT

New York [US], June 5 (ANI): Pop icon Shakira, along with Nigerian sensation Burna Boy, are set to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

As announced by FIFA on their official social media handle, the artists will join a star-studded lineup on the global stage, taking the excitement to the next level among fans and enthusiasts.

South Africa repatriates over 900 Mozambicans

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:42:41 GMT

The group included undocumented travelers and individuals whose immigration status needed further verification, officials said

South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) says it has successfully processed the repatriation of 933 Mozambican nationals through the port of Lebombo on Wednesday.

BMA spokesperson Mmemme Mogotsi said 349 of those processed originated from the Lindela Holding

ETHIOPIA-ADDIS ABABA-GENERAL ELECTION-OBSERVATION MISSIONS-PRELIMINARY REPORTS

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:46:14 GMT

(260604) -- ADDIS ABABA, June 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Head of the African Union (AU) Election Observation Mission Uhuru Kenyatta (L), also former Kenyan president, and head of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Election Observation Mission Speciosa Wandira-Kazibwe, also Uganda's former vice president, attend a joint press conference presenting the preliminary reports on Ethiopia's general election, in Ad

Ebola center should not be reserved for Americans only virologist

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:43:43 GMT

The facility should treat local patients as well if outbreaks occur in the region,OyewaleTomori has said

A planned Ebola treatment center in Kenya should be available to all patients in need rather than exclusively serving US citizens, Nigerian professor of virology Oyewale Tomori has told RT.

Addressing reports that Americans infected with Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR

Ebola center should not be reserved for Americans only - virologist

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:43:43 GMT

The facility should treat local patients as well if outbreaks occur in the region, Oyewale Tomori has said

A planned Ebola treatment center in Kenya should be available to all patients in need rather than exclusively serving US citizens, Nigerian professor of virology Oyewale Tomori has told RT.&nb

Islamic State-linked militants kill 21 in DR Congo

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:47:02 GMT

More bodies have been found after militants raidedMbau,abducting civilians and torching property

The death toll from an attack by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), an Islamist militant group that originated in Uganda, has risen to 21 in the town of Mbau, located in North Kivu province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo).

The increase in casualties follows the discovery of additio

Union Sports Ministry's world-class high-altitude training centre at Shillong to benefit athletes

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:33:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through the Sports Authority of India (SAI), is establishing a world-class High Altitude Training Centre at Shillong, Meghalaya, upgrading the authority's existing Sports Training Centre at the location.

As per the Union Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry, under the leadership of Mansukh Mandaviya, the project is being carried out wit

Saba Karim feels IND-AFG Test would help India in trying out new combinations, fixing woes in longer format

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:03:43 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 4 (ANI): Ahead of India's one-off Test against Afghanistan, former Indian cricketer Saba Karim said that even though the match is not a part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, India will treat it as an important game as they have problems to fix their batting and bowling woes in the longest format, especially in home conditions, where they have lost their long-lasting dominance

"Berlin's support for Ukraine, Israel may have played a role": Germany's FM Wadephul after UNSC seat loss

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:31:44 GMT

New York [US], June 4 (ANI): Germany has failed in its bid to secure one of the two rotating seats allocated to European countries on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), with Portugal and Austria winning election to the UN body, according to a news report by Al Jazeera.

Germany received 104 votes from the 193-member UN General Assembly (UNGA), while Portugal secured 134 votes and Austria received 131, the

Morocco team arrives in US ahead of FIFA World Cup campaign

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:03:41 GMT

New York [US], June 4 (ANI): The Morocco football team has arrived in the United States ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup, stating that the squad has 'touched down' and is ready to play the tournament, which is set to take place from June 12 to July 20 in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Morocco will begin its World Cup Group C campaign against Brazil in New Jersey on June 13, before facing Scotland in Bo

"Biggest reason I left cricket": Lalit Modi claims Dawood Ibrahim's $4-billion 'Satta Bazaar' targeted him over IPL control

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:30:36 GMT

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): In a sensational disclosure, former Indian Premier League (IPL) commissioner Lalit Modi revealed for the first time that alleged life-threatening intimidation from underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and his crime syndicate was one of the single biggest reasons behind his decision to permanently retire from cricket administration.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Lalit detailed how his uny

South African Dy President Mashatile meets COO of Biological E Ltd to forge vaccine partnership

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:58:52 GMT

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 4 (ANI): South African Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile met with the Chief Operating Officer at Biological E Limited, Lakshminarayana Neti, in Hyderabad to forge a partnership over vaccine innovation.

Deputy President Mashatile emphasises the need for Indian pharmaceutical companies to invest in South Africa.

'Our meeting comes at a time when South Africa is in

"Went to dressing room and begged them to play" T20: Lalit Modi recalls persuading India stars for 2007 World Cup

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:58:47 GMT

London [UK], June 4 (ANI): Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairperson Lalit Modi has recalled how he personally approached Indian cricketers in the dressing room during Team India's 2007 tour of England, urging them to participate in the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup, saying the format was initially met with scepticism within the team.

India's tour of England took place from July 19 to September 8, 2007, compri

(SP)MEXICO-PACHUCA-FOOTBALL-FIFA WORLD CUP-SOUTH AFRICA TEAM TRAINING

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:16:33 GMT

(260604) -- PACHUCA, June 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Broos, head coach of the South African national soccer team reacts during a team's open training session for the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Hidalgo Stadium in Pachuca, Hidalgo State, Mexico, on June 3, 2026. (Photo by Francisco Canedo/Xinhua)

Germany fails to win UN Security Council seat for first time ever

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:32 GMT

Berlins defeat comes as calls grow to reform the world body in favor of the Global South

Germany has failed to win a temporary seat on the UN Security Council for the first time, losing a General Assembly vote to Austria and Portugal. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called the outcome "a real disappointment," after Berlin had won all six of its previous bids.

Portugal won 134 votes and Aus

Germany blames Russia over UN Security Council humiliation

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:32 GMT

Berlin has failed to win a rotating seat on the UNSC for the first time ever and has claimed Moscow is behind it

Zimbabwe: Opposition Activist Acquitted, Freed After 7 Months

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:12:59 GMT

(Johannesburg) - A Zimbabwe court on June 3, 2026, acquitted and released a prominent opposition activist after more than seven months in detention on baseless charges, Human Rights Watch said today. The case underscores the ongoing weaponization of the criminal justice system by President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government.

A Harare magistrates' court&nb

Senegal's ousted PM Sonko re-elected head of his political party

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:38:23 GMT

The speaker ofSenegal's National Assembly,Ousmane Sonko, a powerful mentor-turned-rival to PresidentBassirou Diomaye Faye, won re-election Saturday as head of their party amid a political crisis sparked by their falling-out.

Sonko, who was sacked as Faye's prime minister on May 22, easily won a leadership vote at a congress of their Pan-African Pastef party in Diamniadio, outside the capital Dakar, according to a

Pope visits polarised Spain with focus on migrants

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:37:14 GMT

The visit starts with a welcome at the royal palace in Madrid from King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia.

Later in the day, there will be a prayer vigil near Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu Stadium where 400,000 people are expected.

On Sunday, around a million people are set to attend a Mass in the city centre.

During his seven-day trip, Leo will make a speech to the Spanish parliament and bless the new to

Pope visits Spain to highlight migration amid political tensions

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 02:37:14 GMT

Pope Leo XIVheads toSpainon Saturday for a visit focused onimmigrationand social justice at a politically turbulent time for Prime MinisterPedro Sanchez.

The visit starts with a welcome at the royal palace inMadridfromKing Felipe VIand Queen Letizia.

Later in the day, there will be a prayer vigil nearReal Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu Stadium where 400,000 people are expected.

On Sunday, around a million

AU ministerial session backs continental frameworks on transport and energy

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:24:08 GMT

Johannesburg, South Africa, 30 April 2026 (ECA) - Ministers from across Africa have approved continental frameworks on transport and energy, including frameworks on energy security, electric mobility, and aviation resilience, all of which the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) played a central role in developing. The decisions were adopted at the 5th Ordinary Session of the African Union Specialized Technical Committ

Turning data into growth: strengthening tourism measurement to unlock investment and economic diversification in Sao tome and Principe

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:05:29 GMT

Sao Tome, 5 June 2026 - Tourism is widely recognized as one of Sao Tome and Principe's most promising pathways to economic diversification. Yet realizing its full potential requires more than attractive destinations and growing visitor numbers. It requires a clear understanding of the sector's real contribution to the economy.

How much wealth does tourism generate? How many jobs does it support? Which investments

No Kings: Why Australia needs its own republic movement

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 02:00:00 GMT

As millions march under the banner of No Kings in the United States, it's time Australians took a fresh look at their own unelected head of state, writesGJ Burchall.

THERE IS ANOTHERNo Kingsprotest organised for the American Republic next weekend.

The first, in June 2025, brought an estimated 5 million people onto the streets; 7 million in October 2025; 9 million in March 2026.

Thelargest citizen prot

Another football, another world are possible and essential.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:08:13 GMT

In just few days, football fans (and not just them) will have their eyes fixed on the events of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A tournament that will take place in the midst of a systemic crisis, also on a global scale, and which, like many of its previous editions, will seek to distract from severe and undeniable problems.

To give a brief overview, the first tournament took place in Uruguay in 1930, in the midst of th

Community Corner: Continuing the tradition

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyContinuing the tradition:Steelers rookies continued a tradition that began in 2004 when when they visited the Mel Blount Youth Home in Claysville, Pa. on Friday, working with the Hall of Fame cornerback to engage with youth from the surrounding area as a part of Blount's Youth Leadership Initiative."This is big for our community," said Blount. "We've got a lot of kids from the community, football teams, youth

Roundup: South Africans welcome crackdown on illegal migration, reject xenophobia

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:15:23 GMT

JOHANNESBURG, June 8 (Xinhua) -- South Africans from across society have welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa's latest stance on illegal migration, saying his call for stricter immigration enforcement, coupled with a firm rejection of xenophobia and vigilantism, reflects growing public demand for a lawful and humane approach to one of the country's most contentious issues.

In an address on Sunday, Ramaphosa reaffi

150 Malawians leave South Africa amid anti-immigrant violence

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:45:39 GMT

CAPE TOWN, June 8 (Xinhua) -- A total of 150 Malawians left South Africa under a voluntary repatriation effort over the weekend amid reports of anti-immigrant violence in parts of the country, local media in South Africa reported on Monday.

"The first two buses carrying 150 Malawian nationals under the voluntary repatriation exercise departed Western Cape Province in South Africa on Saturday, 6 June 2026," Malaw

Egypt, Eritrea vow to deepen ties, coordinate on Horn of Africa, Red Sea security

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:15:29 GMT

CAIRO, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and visiting Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki on Monday discussed bilateral ties and regional issues, including security in the Horn of Africa, Sudan and the Red Sea.

Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's support for Eritrea's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while Afwerki praised Egypt's support for Eritrea's development efforts and expressed his countr