Iran's Pezeshkian makes first trip abroad to Iraq
Newly elected Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian sought to deepen relations with neighbouring Iraq during his first trip abroad, Iran's official Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA)…
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Wildfire in Germany's Harz mountains declared extinguished
A forest fire in the Harz mountains of northern Germany has been fully extinguished after several days of firefighting work in rugged terrain, according to local officials on Wednesday.…
Critics say a South African education bill threatens the new unity government
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — An education bill that would give South Africa's government more control over white minority language schools is a threat to the country's new government of national…
German government presents plans for new gas power stations
Germany's Economy Ministry published plans on Wednesday on the construction and modernization of gas-fired power stations intended to back up electricity generation by renewables. The…
German president thanks Egypt for mediating role in Gaza conflict
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier thanked Egypt for its role as mediator in the Gaza war during his visit to the country on Wednesday. In a joint statement with Egyptian President…
Rehashed claim falsely accuses Nigerian man of smuggling explosives into South Africa
A screenshot of the false post, taken on September 5, 2024 SAPS is the acronym for the South African Police Service, and Beitbridge is a border crossing between South Africa and…
German opposition leader rejects further cross-party migration talks
Germany's conservative opposition leader, Friedrich Merz, on Wednesday flatly rejected offers from Chancellor Olaf Scholz for further cross-party talks on migration policy. Merz also…
Volkswagen scraps job guarantees in Germany
Volkswagen Group has said it is scrapping labour agreements in Germany in a move that could pave the way for job cuts at six plants in Germany. Multiple media reports in Germany say the…
A partial bridge collapse in eastern Germany disrupts traffic. No one was injured
BERLIN (AP) — Officials are investigating why part of a bridge in eastern Germany collapsed early Wednesday, disrupting a major traffic artery in Dresden and interrupting the city's…
Study: Almost 400,000 people in Germany at risk from flooding
Almost 400,000 people in Germany are at immediate risk from flooding, according to a new study by the Independent Institute for Environmental Issues (UfU). Published on Wednesday, the…
'Chaos' feared in planned Morocco power cable link
“This was our perfect paradise" said Tony Sloan of the home he and his wife built for their retirement. It looks out across a small, gently sloping valley on the north Devon coast, the…
These Train Rides Through Canada’s Fall Colors Will Leave You Speechless
Fall might just be the perfect time to visit Canada. With summer crowds disappearing and prices dropping, it is an ideal season for travel. Fall also brings amazing beauty, as vibrant…
Only my body is alive – Libyans in limbo a year after flood
One year on, the images of the catastrophic deluge that swept through Libya's coastal city of Derna, killing thousands, linger in the memories of those who survived. “Life stopped. It’s…
Brazilian police raid targets accused of laundering millions in gold mined in the Amazon
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil's Federal Police on Tuesday conducted multiple raids targeting a criminal group it alleged has laundered at least 3.1 metric tons of gold mined in the Amazon…
Sea Urchins, Left Points and Good Times in Chile With Nate Florence and Mr. Cool
There are over 2,000 volcanoes in Chile. It's also home to the driest place on earth, as well as the world's largest swimming pool. None of that is what Nate and Ivan Florence disappeared…
Greensboro family on journey to bring twin sister of adopted girl to Piedmont Triad after international adoptions close in China
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A Greensboro mom is one of hundreds who are stuck in a tough spot after China closed international adoptions. The announcement left parents in limbo who had…
The world repudiated fascism in World War II, but extremism returns to my country Germany
Sometimes, you can see clearer from afar. I find this especially to be true when it comes to observing the role your native country has on you – and evaluating events at home. As a German…
Italy says Russia or China could gain influence in Western Balkans if EU dream fails
SKOPJE, North Macedonia (AP) — Italy's foreign minister Tuesday voiced strong support for Western Balkan countries' European Union accession bids, saying that otherwise the region could…
Israeli military releases video of hostage tunnel where six died
The Israeli military has released a video showing the tunnel in the Gaza Strip in which six Israeli hostages were held captive by the Palestinian militant group Hamas and killed. The shaft…
New videos show back-to-back strikes on a Russian bridge as Ukraine knocks them out in its invasion
Ukraine hit a Russian bridge in the Kursk region again, following up on a suspected HIMARS strike. Video footage appeared to show both hits, with some observers saying the latter was a…
Neighbours criticise German move to extend border controls
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has denounced as "unacceptable" Germany's decision to extend temporary controls to all its land borders as part of its response to irregular migration. He…
Ukraine braces for hardest winter due to intensified Russian attacks on energy infrastructure
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s prime minister warned Tuesday that the country could be facing its toughest winter since the full-scale Russian invasion began, as airstrikes against the…
Anguish as dozens die in Senegal shipwreck
At least 26 people have died after a boat carrying migrants capsized off Senegal's coast. Authorities say more than 100 people were on board the wooden fishing vessel when it sank just 4km…
Iran will face new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia, Blinken says
Iran will be hit with new sanctions Tuesday for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced. Speaking at a joint news conference in London with UK…