The United States has issued a global alert warning its citizens abroad following an Iranian attack in Jordan that killed two servicemen and injured four others. The U.S. Department of State issued the “worldwide caution” on Saturday, warning Americans in the diaspora, especially those in the Middle East. “Worldwide Caution: Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the…
The Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo remains active, with sustained transmission driving increases in reported cases and deaths. As of July 15, 2026, a cumulative total of 2124 confirmed cases, including 828 deaths, have been reported from the DRC. The World Health Organisation (WHO) made this known in a statement on Friday….
US President Donald Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on Canadian goods, saying the extra charges could help cover the costs caused by wildfire smoke drifting into the United States. Smoke from hundreds of wildfires burning across Canada and parts of northern Minnesota has spread into several US states, leading to poor air quality and health concerns for millions…
When Mariyam Lorba Konneh walks onto the Miss World stage in Vietnam this August, she will do so carrying more than Sierra Leone’s flag. She will represent years of community service, resilience in the face of disappointment, and a belief that purpose extends far beyond a pageant crown. The 22-year-old has officially been confirmed as Sierra Leone’s representative for…
A Ghanaian TikToker, Camilla Alhassan, has been sentenced to one year in prison for spreading false news about President John Mahama. Ms Alhassan, 43, was sentenced upon pleading guilty to charges on spreading false news about the president. The Tiktoker had in last month and early July in her videos alleged that Mr Mahama sacrificed 32 cows to win…
Alandslide struck Southwestern China’s municipality of Chongqing on Friday, killing at least eight people and leaving 34 others missing after burying residential buildings. The landslide occurred at about 9:08 a.m. local time. Rescue teams pulled 10 people from the debris, including two who sustained serious injuries. Chinese authorities said more than 1,000 residents were evacuated from the affected area….
