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South Korea Sentences Former President Yoon Life

In a landmark ruling, the South Korean judiciary has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment for his role in orchestrating a political uprising linked to his abrupt 2024 military law announcement. The verdict marks one of the most severe
February 20, 2026
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Trump Administration Freezes Global Health Aid, Sparking Concern

The Trump administration has abruptly halted the supply of life-saving medicines and medical supplies to vulnerable communities worldwide, triggering alarm among health experts and humanitarian organizations. The freeze affects crucial programs supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), including
January 29, 2025
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Stampede at Maha Kumbh Mela Leaves Several Dead

What was meant to be a deeply spiritual gathering turned into a tragedy early Wednesday when a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela left at least seven people dead and around ten others injured. The massive Hindu pilgrimage, which draws millions of
January 29, 2025
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Congo Protests Turn Violent as Embassies Targeted

Tensions boiled over in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Tuesday as angry protesters stormed several embassies in the capital, Kinshasa, accusing foreign nations of turning a blind eye to the ongoing conflict in the country’s volatile east. The demonstrations erupted
January 29, 2025
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$40 Billion to Boost Africa’s Energy Access

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank have jointly pledged a total of $40 billion to the “Mission 300” initiative. The ambitious goal of the project is to bring electricity to 300 million people across Africa by 2030. Dr. Akinwumi
January 28, 2025
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Congo Accuses Rwanda of Supporting Goma Rebels

Tensions are running high in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as the government has accused Rwanda of backing M23 rebels in their attempt to seize control of Goma, a key city in the eastern part of the country. Speaking to the
January 28, 2025
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IMF Urges Investment in Africa’s Renewables

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted the enormous potential of Africa’s renewable energy sector, urging an annual investment of $25 billion to significantly boost electricity production across the continent. According to IMF Deputy Managing Director Bo Li, such an investment could
January 28, 2025
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Abramovich Dodges Millions in Tax with Yacht Scheme

The Russian oligarch and former Chelsea Football Club owner  Roman Abramovich, has been accused of evading millions of dollars in taxes through a complex offshore scheme involving his superyacht fleet. Investigative reports reveal that Abramovich used a web of companies to sidestep
January 28, 2025
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