Bolivian Police Detain Leader of Failed Coup Attempt
Bolivian police have arrested the leader of a failed coup attempt, shortly after soldiers stormed the presidential palace in La Paz. General Juan José Zúñiga, who led the rebel military…
Sunak vs. Starmer: Final Election Debate Showdown
Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer faced off in their final debate before the election, clashing over key issues like taxes, immigration, and Brexit. Sunak accused Starmer of planning tax hikes…
Trial of American journalist accused of espionage set to begin in Russia
US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been held in a Moscow jail for nearly 15 months, now facing trial in Yekaterinburg on charges of espionage for allegedly gathering classified information about…
Minister confesses to placing three election wagers
Conservative minister admits placing three bets on the general election date before it was announced by Rishi Sunak. Alister Jack, who is stepping down after seven years in Parliament, clarified…
The exhilarating challenge of managing Fela Kuti
Fela Kuti’s funeral drew over a million mourners in Lagos in 1997, marking the passing of the influential Afrobeat musician known for his fearless activism. His manager Rikki Stein recalled…
Kenyan president grapples with decisions after deadly unrest
Kenyan President William Ruto addressed the nation following a day of violent protests, vowing to prevent further unrest he described as instigated by organized criminals. He emphasized maintaining peace and…
Violent tax protests in Kenya result in five deaths and Parliament set on fire.
Protests in Kenya over new tax proposals turned deadly as police shot and killed at least five demonstrators, with parts of parliament set on fire in Nairobi. President William Ruto…
Assange pleads guilty in US court on Pacific island
Julian Assange has pleaded guilty in a US court under a deal that ends his 14-year legal battle. The Wikileaks founder admitted to a charge related to releasing classified information…
Addressing US gun violence as a public health issue: Is it effective?
US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has declared gun violence a public health crisis in a groundbreaking report aimed at reducing America’s high rate of shooting deaths. Murthy emphasizes that a…
Deal to free Julian Assange: How it was agreed
Julian Assange’s journey to freedom involved a complex mix of diplomacy, politics, and legal maneuvers that finally allowed him to depart from London’s Stansted airport on a private jet bound…