Heavy gunfire in Niger capital as clashes reported at presidential palace
A military junta has rule Niger for three years but has struggled to contend with jihadist violence.
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43-acre Virginia farm behind an inclusive riding programme for people with disabilities listed for $8.4 million
Wheatland Equestrian's historic Virginia property is being sold for approximately $8.4 million. This sale will support the Faith and Family Foundation's long-term mission. The organization began in 1999, offering inclusive equestrian opportunities for all riders. It gained national recognition as a USEF Para-Dressage Center of Excellence. The proceeds will ensure continued services for childre...
Liverpool strike deal to sign PSG’s Barcola for up to $166m: Reports
The 23-year-old French forward would bolster new boss Andoni Iraola's squad after the departure of Mohamed Salah.
Russian attack on warehouse near Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 37
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy says warehouse was struck, 'followed by a detonation', causing a major fire.
Russian attack on warehouse near Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 27
Zelenskyy says a warehouse was struck outside Kyiv, 'followed by a detonation', triggering a major fire and explosions.
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Several killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza and West Bank
Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed five people, local hospital officials said Friday. Two brothers and another relative died in a strike on the family’s home outside Khan Younis, officials at Nasser Hospital said. Two separate Israeli strikes killed one person each in Gaza City, according to health officials at Shifa hospital.
Nepali army uses helicopters to rescue flood survivors
With roads damaged by the deadly floods, the Nepali army is using helicopters to carry out rescue operations and transport survivors to safety. Meanwhile, skies remain overcast, with more rain expected in the coming hours, raising concerns about further flooding. FRANCE 24's Shahzaib Wahlah reports.
At least 27 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv warehouse
The attack sparked a series of explosions, prompting an investigation into whether ammunition was being stored on site.
Minnesota removed common carp; lake clarity rose nearly 600% afterward
Pickerel Lake, Minnesota, has battled significant water quality and algal bloom problems for decades, primarily due to invasive common carp taking over the shallow waters. After their removal in 2009, the lake underwent a remarkable ecological revival, with water clarity significantly improving and native aquatic plants flourishing once more. This successful restoration highlights the pivotal role...
Dozens dead after Russian drone strike hits warehouse
At least 27 people have died after a Russian drone struck a depot near Kyiv's western suburbs overnight, sparking a huge fire and explosions, authorities said Saturday. FRANCE 24's Emmanuelle Chaze reports.
Russian strike on Ukrainian warehouse kills 27, sparks investigation into ammunition storage
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy suggested warehouse near a residential area hit by a Russian strike was used to store ammunition.
Gunfire and explosions reported in Niger's capital, local media and witness say
Local media and an Associated Press witness say heavy gunfire and explosions were heard overnight into Saturday morning in Niger’s capital of Niamey
Zimbabwe minibus taxi carrying church members crashes, killing 27
A collision between a minibus taxi carrying church members and a haulage truck has killed 27 people in Zimbabwe
Far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE
Far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE
Iran’s leaders acknowledge economic toll of war, pledge diplomacy, defence
Iran's president said sanctions and the US naval blockade had caused exports and imports to slump by nearly 35 percent.
Hong Kong school opens at new Tai Po campus after deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze
Nearly 600 pupils and their teachers at a Hong Kong primary school closed after the deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze will be reunited at a newly renovated campus in Tai Po, ending months spent across two temporary sites. Tai Po Baptist Public School, formerly located near Wang Fuk Court, opened its new premises at Fu Shin Estate on Saturday, with pupils, teachers and parents expressing relief at finall...
Nepal flood highlights growing risk of glacier disasters in the Alps
"Europe is among the continents warming the fastest, driven by human-made climate change. Rapidly retreating glaciers and thawing permafrost are destabilising high mountain regions," glaciologist Olaf Eisen said.
Was it a mistake for 99 Colombian guerrillas to lay down their arms?
Fighters in legal limbo after accepting ‘total peace’ plan of Petro government just days before hardliner Abelardo De la Espriella took overIn mid-June, 99 guerrilla fighters were flown by helicopter to a small settlement in a rural area of southern Colombia where they lined up and, one by one, handed their weapons to government officials: rifles, pistols, machine guns and grenade launchers.They a...
They laid down arms. Now ex-guerrillas in Colombia fear fate under new hardline president
‘Total peace’ plan of previous government led only 99 of Colombia’s 30,000 armed combatants to disarm, but new president Abelardo De la Espriella opposes peace agreementsIn mid-June, 99 guerrilla fighters were flown by helicopter to a small settlement in a rural area of southern Colombia where they lined up and, one by one, handed their weapons to government officials: rifles, pistols, machine gun...
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China-Nepal floods: police officer filmed guiding people away from stricken border post
Video footage taken moments before a catastrophic mudslide hit a border post in Tibet shows how one police officer stationed there tried to guide civilians to safety. The clip, which shows the officer trying to direct people away from the police station at Gyirong Port, went viral online in China over the weekend. State broadcaster CCTV said the officer, whom it named as Huang Peng, also rushed in...
Driven by ‘deep love’: China family’s 3,500km drive for son’s university marks life milestone
A family embarked on a remarkable 3,500km journey from eastern China to the northwestern region of the country to help their son commence his university life, garnering significant attention online and receiving a wealth of good wishes. The boy graduated from high school in Zaozhuang, Shandong province, this summer before being accepted at Xinjiang Second Medical College in Karamay, a prominent ci...
Russian attack hits Ukraine's Kyiv region, killing at least 27
Officials say at least 27 people have been killed in a Russian attack on the Bucha district near Kyiv
Russian drone strike near Kyiv kills at least 37
At least 37 people have died after a Russian drone struck a warehouse near Kyiv’s western suburbs overnight, sparking a huge fire and explosions, authorities said on Saturday. The warehouse appeared to have been storing “explosive objects”, Ukrainian prosecutors said, opening an investigation into criminal negligence. Officials did not give details about the nature of the facility. Both Russia and...
Russian drone strike near Kyiv kills at least 27
At least 27 people have died after a Russian drone struck a warehouse near Kyiv’s western suburbs overnight, sparking a huge fire and explosions, authorities said on Saturday. The warehouse appeared to have been storing “explosive objects”, Ukrainian prosecutors said, opening an investigation into criminal negligence. Officials did not give details about the nature of the facility. Both Russia and...
Norway mourns King Harald as new era begins under Haakon VIII
King Harald, Europe's oldest monarch, was viewed as a reformer who embraced inclusivity.
Viking woman’s clothes preserved by her jewellery for 1,300 years
Danish archaeologists discovered rare Viking textile remains near Varde. Corrosion from jewelry preserved these ancient wool and linen fragments. This discovery offers a rare glimpse into Viking dress from 1,300 years ago. Researchers will analyze the fibers and teeth for more information. Dating the textiles will reveal if ornaments were new or inherited.
At least 27 dead and hundreds evacuated after strikes near Kyiv
A 14-year-old girl is among the dead after an attack near the capital overnight, the region's governor said.
Hollywood's 'Odyssey' craze turns eyes to Turkey: Did Homer compose his epics in Izmir?
As Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' reignited the age-old debate over Homer’s origins, the spotlight turns to Izmir. In an exclusive interview, archaeologist Prof. Aylin Ümit Erdem weighs in on the ancient clues linking the bard to Izmir and why direct physical proof remains an open quest.
Hollywood's 'Odyssey' craze turns eyes to Turkey: Did Homer compose his epics in an Izmir cave?
As Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' reignited the age-old debate over Homer’s origins, the spotlight turns to Izmir. In an exclusive interview, archaeologist Prof. Aylin Ümit Erdem weighs in on the ancient clues linking the bard to Izmir and why direct physical proof remains an open quest.