Top Russian general dismissed amid corruption scandal
A top Russian general, Lt Gen Vadim Shamarin, has been officially dismissed from his post following his arrest on bribery charges in May, according to Russian state media. The charges are part of a...
US military ends temporary floating aid pier mission in Gaza
The US military has concluded its mission to operate a temporary floating pier for aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, citing challenges related to weather, technical issues, and security concerns. Over two months, more...
Trump survives assassination attempt at campaign rally
Donald Trump was shot in the ear during a campaign rally on Saturday, an attack that will likely reshape this year’s presidential race and fuel long-standing fears that the campaign could descend into political...
William Ruto dissolves entire cabinet
Kenyan President William Ruto has dissolved his entire cabinet after weeks of protests. Only the deputy President and Prime Cabinet Secretary remain.
The decision was taken after “reflection, listening to Kenyans, and after holistic appraisal...
Strengthening Families Conference (SFC) 2024: Global leaders emphasize societal impact of family unity
For societies to attain their full potential, there is a need to strengthen the family unit, and this can only be achieved through strong marriages between men and women.
This was the unanimous declaration of...
Paramount Global merges with Skydance Media in $28 billion deal
In a historic move for Hollywood, Paramount Global has announced a merger with independent film studio Skydance Media. This landmark deal, valued at approximately $28 billion (£21.9 billion), will see Paramount’s non-executive chair, Shari...
I’m not leaving, Biden says, as pressure to drop out of presidential race grows
US President Joe Biden worked to calm senior Democrats and staff on his campaign on Wednesday, as reports suggested he was weighing his future after his disastrous debate with Donald Trump last week.
Mr Biden...
US Election: Biden falters in high-stakes debate with Trump
US President Joe Biden last night failed to live up to expectations in what was billed as a crucial political match with former President Donald Trump ahead of the 2024 presidential election in November.
In...
Kenya’s president withdraws tax plan after deadly protest
Kenya’s President William Ruto says he will withdraw a finance bill containing controversial tax hikes after deadly protests that saw parliament set ablaze on Tuesday.
In an address to the nation, he said it was...
Thirteen killed and parliament set ablaze in Kenya protests – medics
At least 13 protesters were killed during protests in Kenya, doctors say, and a section of parliament went up in flames as demonstrations against new tax proposals escalated on Tuesday.
An angry crowd broke through...