Traditional Healers Join the Frontline Against Ebola in DR Congo
In eastern DR Congo, traditional healers are becoming key allies in containing the 17th Ebola outbreak amidst community mistrust and limited healthcare access.
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Ronnie O’Sullivan Considers Switching from Snooker to Chinese 8-ball
Snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan hints at retiring from the game to fully embrace Chinese 8-ball after competing in the Huacai Billiards World Open.
South Africa to Deploy Global Envoys to Tackle Migration Challenges
President Cyril Ramaphosa announces the dispatch of global envoys to address migration challenges and strengthen international cooperation amid regional pressures.
Global Hunger Crisis Deepens as Middle East Conflict Shakes Energy Markets
The UN warns millions more face acute hunger due to the conflict in Iran and surging oil prices, while humanitarian aid appeals for Lebanon have doubled.
UN Calls for Urgent Dialogue Amid Escalating Violence in Mogadishu
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges Somali leaders to resume dialogue and exercise restraint as violent clashes erupt in Mogadishu over electoral disagreements.
WHO and Africa CDC Launch $518 Million Joint Plan to Combat Ebola Outbreak
The WHO and Africa CDC have launched a $518 million joint plan to combat the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring regions.
China Urges Japan to Confront Wartime History Following Museum Display Changes
China’s Foreign Ministry calls on Japan to avoid history revisionism after reports of terminology changes regarding the Nanjing Massacre in a Nagasaki museum.
Suzhou Statement: Paving the Way for APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting 2026
APEC trade ministers in Suzhou have reached key agreements on FTAAP, WTO reform, and services cooperation, setting a strong stage for the 2026 Leaders’ Meeting in Shenzhen.
Canada Unveils “AI for All” Strategy to Drive Economic Growth and Innovation
Canada introduces its ambitious “AI for All” national strategy, targeting a 200 billion CAD economic boost and the creation of 250,000 new jobs over the next five years.
Violence Persists in Lebanon Despite Recent Ceasefire Agreement
Despite a ceasefire agreement reached in Washington, violence persists in southern Lebanon, claiming the lives of an IDF officer, civilians, and a UN peacekeeper.
Putin and Zelenskyy Signal Openness to Peace Talks to End Years of Conflict
President Putin and President Zelenskyy have signaled a potential openness to negotiations based on the Anchorage understandings as they seek an end to the conflict.
US Ramps Up Pressure on Cuba with Sanctions Against President Diaz-Canel
The US Treasury has added Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and several entities to its sanctions list as part of a campaign to increase pressure on Cuba.
President Xi Jinping to Pay State Visit to the DPRK
President Xi Jinping will conduct a state visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea from June 8 to 9, following an invitation from Kim Jong Un.
President Xi Jinping to Pay State Visit to the DPRK this June
President Xi Jinping will visit the DPRK from June 8 to 9 to strengthen bilateral ties and mark the 65th anniversary of the China-DPRK Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance.
South Africa to Deploy Global Envoys to Address Migration and Foreign National Safety
President Cyril Ramaphosa announces the dispatch of global envoys to tackle migration challenges and address violence against foreign nationals in South Africa.
Algeria Launches Construction of Landmark Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline Section
Algeria begins construction on its section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, aiming to link West African gas resources to Europe via Nigeria and Niger.
Jeffrey Sachs: US Military Bases Pose Security Risk to the Philippines
Columbia University’s Jeffrey Sachs argues that US military presence in the Philippines compromises national sovereignty and increases security risks.
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Hopes Rise Amid Continued Regional Volatility
A US-mediated ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon offers hope for stability, though regional clashes involving Iran and Kuwait persist.
China Rejects UK and Five Eyes Allegations of Espionage Threats
The Chinese Embassy in the UK has dismissed claims of an “espionage threat” from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, calling the allegations “malicious slander.”
Nigerian Federal Court Sentences Four to Death Over 2022 Church Attack
A Nigerian federal court has sentenced four men to death for the 2022 St. Francis Catholic Church attack, marking a significant step in the country’s fight against terrorism.