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Artemis II astronauts near Moon, offering rare view of cratered surface
The four-person crew, Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen, launched on April 1, 2026, aboard the Orion spacecraft.
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Hungary alleges plot to blow up gas pipeline ahead of election
The discovery in a border area of neighbouring Serbia comes as Orban's party is badly trailing in opinion polls ahead of crucial elections next Sunday.
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US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area around Washington DC's Lafayette Park just after midnight local time (04:00 GMT) and conducted a search of the park, just north of the president's residence,...
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Trump issues new threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockage
He repeated an earlier threat to unleash "hell" but told US media there was a "good chance" of a deal being reached with Tehran.
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China executes French national convicted in 2010 for drug trafficking
Chan Thao Phoumy, a 62-year-old Frenchman born in Laos, was executed, "despite the efforts of the French authorities, including efforts to obtain a pardon on humanitarian grounds for our compatriot", said a min...
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Trump says two US airmen rescued in Iran after giving deadline for deal
The announcement came as Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Kuwait early Sunday, and a day after Trump said the Islamic republic had 48 hours to cut a deal or face "all Hell".
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World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule
Should anything now happen to Biya, 93, the vice-president will automatically step in and complete the term before a new election is held.
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Senegal bans ministers’ foreign travel as oil prices surge
Speaking at a youth rally, Sonko said the cost of oil had surged to levels far beyond government projections, placing significant strain on public finances.
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Ethiopia takes over AU Peace and Security Council leadership for April
During its tenure, Ethiopia will oversee discussions covering a wide range of issues linked to peace and security across Africa. These include matters tied to specific countries as well as broader themes that a...
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Burkina Faso military chief urges rejection of democracy as he defends extended rule
In January, the authorities went further by banning all political parties, describing the move as part of a broader effort to rebuild state institutions and reshape governance in the country.
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IMF Chief names Zeine Zeidane to lead African Department
Zeidane is set to succeed Abebe Aemro Selassie, who will retire from the IMF on May 1, 2026, after a distinguished tenure overseeing the institution’s engagement with African economies.
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Uganda accepts African asylum seekers transferred from US under 2025 deal
Ministry of Affairs Uganda say the arrangement aligns with international obligations and ensures protection for individuals unable to return home, as eight people have already arrived for assessment under the f...