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U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Health and Financial Concerns

A newly issued U.S. directive could make it significantly harder for foreigners to obtain visas, particularly those living with chronic medical conditions or who may lack the financial means to support themselves. The guidance, circulated to embassies  consulates worldwide, instructs officials to
November 15, 2025

Hilda Baci Sets New Guinness World Record

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has once again captured global attention after breaking the Guinness World Record for cooking the largest pot of jollof rice ever recorded. On Friday, September 12, 2025, Baci prepared a staggering 8,780 kilograms of the beloved West African
September 16, 2025

France Trial Highlights Debate Over Assisted Dying

Twelve elderly activists from the French group Ultime Liberté have appeared in court in Paris, facing charges for helping individuals access drugs used for euthanasia. The trial has drawn national attention as France continues to debate the legalization of assisted dying. The
September 16, 2025

Albania Appoints World’s First AI Minister

In a world first, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence system named Diella as a virtual government minister, tasked with overseeing public procurement. The announcement, made by Prime Minister Edi Rama, aims to tackle corruption and bring greater transparency to government contracts,
September 16, 2025

Medvedev Warns NATO No-Fly Zone Could Spark War

Tensions in Eastern Europe have reached a new high as former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warned that any attempt by NATO to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine could be considered a direct act of war. His comments, shared on social media,
September 16, 2025

Rwanda and DRC Pursue U.S.-Backed Mineral Reforms

For years, the heart of Africa has been both blessed and burdened. Beneath the soil of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) lie vast reserves of minerals that power modern life  cobalt for electric cars, tantalum for smartphones, lithium
September 16, 2025

Tanzania Weighs Gold And BRICS To Cut Western Financial Grip

As global powers tighten financial rules and reinforce dollar dominance, Tanzania faces renewed pressure to balance stability with sovereignty.  Economists warn that Western-imposed financial frameworks — from IMF conditionalities to new global tax regimes – risk narrowing the country’s economic policy space.
September 15, 2025

U.S. Envoy Warns Tanzanians Against Visa Overstays

The United States’ acting envoy to Tanzania has issued a firm reminder to Tanzanians traveling to the United States: respect the terms of your visa and depart on time. Andrew Lentz, the Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam,
September 15, 2025

Rubio Reassures Israel Amid Qatar Strike Fallout

Marco Rubio stepped onto Israeli soil carrying both reassurance and unease. The U.S. Secretary of State arrived in Jerusalem only days after Israel’s controversial airstrike on Qatar, an operation that drew international condemnation for targeting alleged leaders of Hamas. Rubio’s message was
September 15, 2025
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