November 2024

People in Botswana are waiting for results of Wednesday’s election which could extend the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP)’s 58-year rule. Earlier in the day, the main opposition Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) leader Duma Boko voiced concerns about the exercise. “We are worried about all these things because they speak to the integrity of the…

A folklore festival brought audiences in Marrakech lively dance performances while celebrating tradition. Troupes from Spain, Ireland, Austria and a local group from Marrakech regaled the crowd with traditional music and dance performances on the first day of festival. “I think the people around the world could be a family if they all sing and…

The 29th Salon du Chocolat opened in Paris on Tuesday showcasing the products of 500 participants from 60 countries. It is every chocolate lovers dream, an exhibition hall filled with chocolate in every shape and form. For five days, the event gathers together chocolate makers, pastry chefs, confectioners, cocoa producers, major brands, and food bloggers…

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Amid soaring tensions with the West over its war in Ukraine, Russia on Tuesday launched a massive exercise of the country’s nuclear forces. It test-fired missiles over thousands of kilometres in a simulated nuclear response to an enemy first strike. “Given the growth of geopolitical tensions, the emergence of new external threats and risks, it…

Last updated: 29/10 – 19:48 Named after her honorary sponsor, German footballer Antonio Rüdiger, Toni has begun exploring her enclosure’s pool, diving alongside Debbie for the first time on public display. The glass viewing wall allows an extraordinary glimpse of the pygmy hippos in action. According to Mammals Curator Florian Sick, it’s a rare opportunity…

Last updated: 29/10 – 19:33 Austrian wingsuit pilot Peter Salzmann has taken human flight to a new level by launching an innovative foil over the Jungfrau, Switzerland’s highest mountain. Without engine propulsion, Salzmann soared for nearly six minutes, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, covering a distance of 12.5 kilometres and an altitude difference…

There has been widespread condemnation of Israel’s decision to ban UN relief agency, UNRWA, from operating in Israel and the Palestinian territories. Israel claims it has evidence that a few of the agency’s thousands of staffers are affiliated with Hamas and other armed groups. Its ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, said Israel will…