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Torrential Rains Flood Barcelona Airport and Cancel Flights

Barcelona’s El Prat Airport experienced severe flooding as torrential rains swept through Catalonia, resulting in significant disruptions to flights and public transport. Water poured through ceilings and flooded terminals, while images of runways resembling rivers circulated widely. Catalan authorities responded by issuing
November 5, 2024

Netanyahu Aide Arrested Amid Intelligence Leak Scandal

Israeli police have arrested a senior aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, intensifying concerns over an alleged intelligence leak that may have obstructed sensitive negotiations related to the ongoing Gaza crisis. The aide, Eliezer Feldstein, is accused of disclosing classified information to
November 5, 2024

Patrice Motsepe Faces Major Legal Battle in Tanzania

South African billionaire and President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, is embroiled in a high-profile lawsuit in Tanzania. The legal action, scheduled for hearing in Dar Es Salaam’s High Court Commercial Division, accuses Motsepe’s mining conglomerate, African Rainbow Minerals
November 4, 2024

 14 Killed, 34 Injured in Uganda Lightning Strike

In northern Uganda, a tragic lightning strike hit the Palabek refugee settlement in Lamwo District on November 2, killing 14 people and injuring 34 others. The incident occurred as worshippers gathered for a prayer service at a local church in the camp,
November 4, 2024

Kenya’s Finance Chief Urges Economic Independence

Kenya’s Treasury Secretary, John Mbadi, voiced concerns over African nations’ growing reliance on foreign financial support. Describing scenes of leaders queuing for assistance, he underscored what he views as an urgent need for the continent to address its own financial independence. Mbadi’s
November 4, 2024

Botswana’s President Concedes Defeat in Election

 Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi has conceded defeat as preliminary election results indicate that his party has lost its parliamentary majority after nearly six decades in power. The concession came during a press conference in the capital, Gaborone, where Masisi acknowledged the significant
November 2, 2024

Russia Strengthens Economic Ties with Tanzania Amid Forum

Russia’s interest in Tanzania’s growing economy has gained momentum following the successful Tanzania-Russia Business and Investment Forum in Dar Es Salaam. The two-day forum brought together high-level government representatives, business leaders, and investors to discuss expanded cooperation in agriculture, energy, tourism, and
November 1, 2024

Russia Levies Historic Fine on Google Over Media Restrictions

Russia has issued a fine against tech giant Google totaling two undecillion rubles—a sum so vast it surpasses all global wealth. This unprecedented penalty follows Google’s refusal to reinstate Russian state-affiliated media on YouTube, channels restricted following the invasion of Ukraine and
November 1, 2024
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