Can Kenya’s AI ambitions coexist with Naivasha’s water needs?
As Kenya courts data-centre investment, communities fear growing pressure on an already stressed water system.
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Ebola cases in DRC hit 5,515 as Pope Leo urges global action to save lives
Case fatality rate climbs to nearly 48 percent in DRC, meaning almost one in two people infected with Ebola are dying.
Andy Burnham to visit Kyiv in first overseas trip as UK PM with Ukraine marking its 35th Independence Day. DW has the latest.
Andy Burnham's first trip abroad as PM will see him co-chair a meeting of Ukraine's main backers and meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The visit comes as Ukraine marks its 35th independence day. DW has more.
Shein aims for almost $27bn valuation in stock market debut
The fast-fashion giant's shares are due to start trading in Hong Kong on 1 September.
Ukraine war briefing: Nord Stream bombings were not us, Zelenskyy insists
After two arrests, Ukraine’s president says Germany ‘well aware’ Kyiv was not involved in planning or execution of sabotage mission. What we know on day 1,643 Continue reading...
Ukraine: UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to visit Kyiv in show of support on Ukraine's Independence Day
Andy Burnham's first trip abroad as PM will see him co-chair a meeting of Ukraine's main backers and meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The visit comes as Ukraine marks its 35th independence day. DW has more.
Large forest fire burns close to residential areas in Ankara
A large forest fire is threatening homes near residential areas of Mamak on the outskirts of the Turkish capital.
Tokayev allies head for landslide victory in Kazakhstan elections
Exit polls give Kazakhstan’s pro-Tokayev Adilet party about 70 percent of the vote in the parliamentary elections.
Iran war live: Iranian parliament advances plans for Hormuz service fees
Draft law says ships of countries permitted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz will pay for services provided by Iran.
Norway: King Harald's health has 'deteriorated,' palace says
The 89-year-old King of Norway is Europe's oldest reigning monarch. He has been suffering from a blood condition.
Pubs and hotels could see business rates reformed after review
The review of how rates are calculated in England and Wales could lead to reform of the system.
Why students are being paid £2,000 to play computer games
Roehampton University offers students £2,000 a year to play esports alongside their studies.
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Burnham to visit Ukraine with promise of boost for Kyiv’s long-range missiles
PM will use independence day trip to announce sharing of classified information about Storm Shadow components Britain will boost Ukraine’s capacity to make its own long-range missiles, Andy Burnham will announce on Monday, as he travels to Kyiv for the country’s independence day on his first foreign visit as prime minister. Burnham will arrive in the Ukrainian capital on Monday morning at a crucial time in the war, with Kyiv braced for another wave of Russian missile attacks and the country’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, facing his most direct domestic challenge. Continue reading...
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Landslide at waste mound in Guinea capital kills 30, government says
Dump site in Conakry, which minister had just promised to move, collapsed after heavy rain in west African state A landslide at a huge waste dump in Guinea’s capital has killed 30 people, the government said on Sunday, after heavy rains overnight prompted it to collapse, engulfing nearby tents and shacks. The incident occurred less than a week after the government announced plans to close the site and relocate the waste because of the threat it posed, especially during the rainy season, which causes landslides and fatal flash floods each year in crowded, underdeveloped cities across parts of West Africa. Continue reading...
Raphinha and Lopez score braces as Barcelona trounce Elche 5-0
Barcelona begin their La Liga title defence and bid for a third successive crown with a 5-0 victory at Elche.
Will Donald Trump’s new sanctions against Iran work?
The US president says he will impose 'crushing measures' on Tehran.
Serbia requests international assistance to battle wildfires
Serbia requested assistance from the European Union and Russia to help bring intense wildfires under control.
US envoy Tom Barrack retracts comment that Syria’s Golan is occupied
Ambassador to Turkiye says US policy of recognising Israel's claimed sovereignty over Syrian territory is 'unchanged'.
Learning to live in a post-American world
In a recent article for Foregin Affairs , Mark Leonard makes that argument that America's leading role in the world order is fading. He discusses his argument with NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben.
Landfill collapse kills 30 in Guinea’s capital after heavy rains
A mound of waste collapsed at a landfill in Conakry, Guinea, after heavy overnight rains, engulfing nearby homes.
Reform says it would put foreign-born UK citizens lower on social housing list
UK-born married couples under 35 with children would get priority under proposals to be outlined by Farage’s party British citizens who were born abroad would be made to wait longer for social housing under proposals to be announced by Reform UK on Monday. Nigel Farage’s party will announce the policy at a press conference in London. Under the policy, people born in the UK and young married couples with children would be given priority for social housing. Continue reading...
Kazakhstan parliamentary vote cements president's power
Candidates from seven state-approved parties took part in the election, while opposition parties were banned. As Central Asia's largest nation, Kazakhstan maintains a delicate balance between Russia and the West.