Category : Africa


US Sanctions Cuban President and Castro Family

The US has announced fresh economic sanctions on Cuba's President Miguel Diaz-Canel and his family, as well as members of the Castro family, intensifying pressure on the communist-led nation.

Rare southern right whale freed from net in NZ

A nine-metre southern right whale, or tohorā, was freed from a fishing net after a multi-day rescue off New Zealand's southern coast, the first such entanglement recorded for the species.

Somalia Ex-PM Attacked by Government Forces

Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire says he was attacked by government forces in Mogadishu as he prepared for protests against President Mohamud's term extension.

DRC Ebola Outbreak May Have Started in January

The WHO chief says the Ebola outbreak in the DRC may have begun as early as January, giving the virus a big head start. Travel restrictions and community mistrust hinder the response.

130-Year-Old Chateau d'Yquem Wine Restored

Eight bottles of legendary Chateau d'Yquem wine, hidden under a Czech castle floor for decades, have been restored by the chateau. The 130-year-old sweet Sauternes survived WWII and communist rule.

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