UAE Launches Passenger Rail Network to Connect Emirates

A national passenger rail network has come into operation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). TV BRICS, via Emirates News Agency, reported that the first journey departed from the emirate of Fujairah to the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The arrival of the first train from Fujairah station at Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu Dhabi was marked by…

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Messi’s Argentina Escape Fearless Cape Verde in Extra-time Epic

Argentina overcame a spirited challenge from tournament surprise package Cape Verde to secure a thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory, booking their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after an enthralling knockout clash. Lionel Scaloni’s side looked set for a comfortable evening when captain Lionel Messi broke the deadlock in the 29th minute, latching onto an exquisite lofted…

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Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak Now Largest on Record as Cases Top 1,400 – WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has become the largest ever recorded, with more than 1,400 confirmed cases and more than 400 deaths across affected areas. The WHO Regional Director for Africa, Mohamed Janabi, said this on Friday during an online media conference on Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. Mr…

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Freetown International Airport Pauses $25 Security Levy Effective July 6

The Ministry of Internal Affairs officially announces a temporary waiver of the $25 Airport Security Fee at Freetown International Airport, effective Monday, July 6, 2026, and remaining in force until further directives are issued. This administrative pause is a preparatory step for an exhaustive reassessment of the current contractual arrangements. It provides the necessary timeframe for the Audit Service…

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