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Gambian Delegates Attend China Seminar on Rural Development
By Ndey Sowe, Reporting from Beijing, China After hours of travel across continents, passing through the bright terminals of Addis Ababa and finally touching down at Beijing Capital International Airport, a sense of purpose filled the air. Among...

World Cup 2026: The 28 qualified teams and those fighting for places
Qatar’s 2-1 win over the UAE on Tuesday night earned them a place at next summer’s World Cup in North America and left the national team’s own hopes of reaching the finals in the balance. After this latest round of international fixtures, we now...

Letters to the Editor | October 15, 2025
Seating arrangements – DEPESH RAMANLAL VARADOLI, BA I AM writing to formally express my concern and disappointment regarding the seating arrangements and crowd management during the last two days of the IDC soccer tournament held in Ba. The...

28 Nations and the Rising Tides of the 2026 World Cup
28 Nations and the Rising Tides of the 2026 World Cup As the global football community turns its eyes to next summer’s spectacle, the field is already taking shape. A total of 28 countries have now qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted...

Africa: All of Africa Today – October 15, 2025
Madagascar Army Takes Charge After President Flees Madagascar’s military seized control of the country after weeks of Gen Z-led protests that peaked over the weekend. Army Colonel Michael Randrianirina of the CAPSAT unit announced on national...

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: African Nations Out to Prove Their Quality, Not Just Make Up the Numbers
The October international window has provided nations with the chance to secure their places in the 2026 World Cup, with several African countries already booking their spots on football’s grandest stage, while others continue to make significant...

How the 'world's best beach' has been ruined by crowds and Instagrammers
The 'world's best beach' boasts pink sand, turquoise waters and shallow lagoons perfect for swimmers of all ages - so it's no wonder crowds are pouring in from all corners of the world. However, a growing number of tourists are reporting...

Adams Oshiomhole Biography: From Labour Battles to Legislative Power
Born in Iyamho, Edo State, Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole rose from trade-union activism to become Nigeria’s labour leader, served two terms as Edo State governor, later chaired the All Progressives Congress (APC), and currently represents Edo North in...

US passport loses power for first time in 20 years – Check where India stands
For the first time in the 20-year history of the Henley Passport Index, the United States passport has dropped out of the top 10 most powerful passports. Once ranked No. 1 in 2014, the US now sits at 12th place alongside Malaysia. People from both...

Faculty Fulbrights Offer Global Journey with a Personal Impact
Resilience in the Face of Disaster Karen Barton is no stranger to the world of Fulbrights. When she left Colorado to travel to Cabo Verde for the summer, the trip marked her 11th Fulbright-sponsored research venture. Less familiar for her is being...

WFF 2025: Youth at the forefront as 2025 World Food Forum opens in Rome
Rome – Today the Global Youth Forum Opening Ceremony marked the beginning of the 2025 World Food Forum (WFF) flagship week at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), bringing together thousands of...

International Documentary Festival Amsterdam Announces Competition Lineups; Slate Packed With World Premieres
International Documentary Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) revealed its full competition lineups today, completing the slate for the upcoming 38th edition of the world’s largest nonfiction cinema festival that runs from November 13-23 in the Dutch...
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Brewers turn potential grand slam by Dodgers slugger Max Muncy into wild double play in NLCS MILWAUKEE (AP) — Max Muncy came within inches of hitting a grand slam for the Los Angeles Dodgers to open the scoring in the National League Championship...

IDFA to Open With Shorts Program, Announces Victor Kossakovsky’s ‘Trillion,’ Dmytro Sukholytkyy-Sobchuk’s ‘Silent Flood’ in Competition
The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) has announced the main competition lineups for its 38th edition, taking place in the Dutch city between Nov. 13-23. The now complete selection features almost 250 films from 76 countries...

WFF 2025: Youth At Forefront As 2025 World Food Forum Opens In Rome
Today the Global Youth Forum Opening Ceremony marked the beginning of the 2025 World Food Forum (WFF) flagship week at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), bringing together thousands of young...

IDFA Reveals 250 Documentaries Headed for Amsterdam — Many Will Shape the International Doc Conversation for the Next Year
The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) remains the most influential global platform for documentaries centered in Europe. This year’s 38th edition (November 13-23) boasts 250 titles in short and feature form from 76...

Digital Nomad? Here’s the Travel Insurance You Actually Need
Key features of digital nomad travel insurance Traditional travel insurance typically applies to common inconveniences like delays, cancellations, lost luggage, and medical emergencies, with the option to add a plethora of extras such as adventure...
Through polls in Feb, we institutionalize commitment to people’s power: Prof Yunus
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Monday said they will hold the national election in February and with it, they will institutionalize their commitment to justice and people’s power. Last year, Prof Yunus said, people of Bangladesh rose...

Today’s news: Disappointed companies; Have taxpayers recovered aid?
Good morning! It’s time to turn our attention to the front pages of the newspapers this Monday, October 13. In the aftermath of the local elections, the national press is predominantly marked by the results. Newspapers such as Público, Jornal de...

How Brands Can Make The Most Of The 2026 World Cup
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 01: FIFA World Cup Trophy on display during the official Trophy Tour around FIFA 2026 World Cup host cities on July 01, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) FIFA via Getty Images The...