UK suspends aid to Rwanda over support for DRC rebels | Rwanda
The UK government has announced that it will cease events hosted by the Rwandan government and will halt aid to East African countries over the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)'s progress by Kigali-backed rebels. The UK is also threatening sanctions against Rwanda, which supports the DRC's M23 rebel group. The group is fighting against […]
French fugitive whose escape left two officers dead arrested in Romania | France
The infamous French fugitive who committed a fatal escape that killed two security guards last year was handed over from Romania to France just days after arrests in Bucharest ended a nine-month international manhunt. Ta. Mohamed Amra, known as “Fly”, was arrested near a shopping centre in Bucharest on Saturday after being identified by Romanian […]
BBC admits it ‘fell short and failed people’ over Tim Westwood | Tim Westwood
The BBC apologised after it acknowledged “the people who were short and failed” (including their own staff) and found evidence of “bullying and misogyny” behavior by former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood. An external £3.3 million survey released Tuesday found “a missed opportunity” for broadcasters in organizations that could lead to action in the 20 […]
‘I felt nothing but disgust’: Tesla owners vent their anger at Elon Musk | Automotive industry
wHen Mike Schwede was first sitting on the Tesla Roadster 15 years ago, and he felt it was a glimpse into the future. By 2016 he is a proud owner of Tesla, enjoying the thumbs he has got from other drivers whining along European highways in an electric vehicle. However, recently the sheen that I […]
Denmark to ban mobile phones in schools and after-school clubs | Denmark
Denmark is a government committee recommendation that found that children under the age of 13 should not carry their own smartphones or tablets, banning mobile phones at schools and after-school clubs. The government said it would change existing laws and enforce everything. folkeskole – Comprehensive primary school and lower secondary school – Without a phone […]
Do worms feel pain and are ants happy? Why the science on invertebrate feelings is evolving | Invertebrates
dDoes the worm feel pain when stepped on? Does the fly hurt when the wings are pulled apart? Are you happy when ant finds a food source? If so, they may be sensory. This means they can “feel” a little or a lot like we do. The sense of invertebrates is becoming a constant and […]
Wiegman praises Jenni Hermoso’s ‘remarkable bravery’ over Luis Rubiales appeal | Women’s football
Salina Wigman has shown “surprising courage and courage” in her decision to appeal following Louis Luviales' conviction for sexual assault, but has been acquitted due to forcedness. I said. Last week, Rubiales was found guilty of sexual assault for kissing Hermoso without consent at the 2023 World Cup final medal ceremony, and the court paid […]
Ministers urged to add audiobooks to England’s new schools curriculum | National curriculum
The government is being urged to include audiobooks in the curriculum of new schools in the UK. After the study, it was shown that fewer children read books for pleasure, and fewer children instead listened to them. A poll by the National Literacy Trust (NLT) finds kids enjoy listening to audio and podcasts compared to […]
Activists call for state of emergency over gender-based violence in Nigeria | Nigeria
In 2025 alone, almost 20 women have been killed due to gender-based violence across Nigeria, activists and civil society organisations have said in a state of emergency. According to Deafcide Observatory, run by a Lagos-based nonprofit, Our History (DOHS) Cares Foundation, which reported 17 cases in January, up 240% from the same period last year, […]
Australia v South Africa: start delayed in Champions Trophy cricket – live | ICC Champions Trophy
Important Events Shows key events only Please turn on JavaScript and use this feature It's still raining in Rawalpindi. It's very light and frustrating, but the outfield is in good condition so the turnaround should be very fast if/when the rain stops. urgh. Photo: Akhtar Soomro/Reuters Share Updated with 04.15 EST Here's something to read […]