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Death toll climbs to 98 after nightclub roof collapse in Dominican Republic

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At least 98 people have been killed and another 160 were injured following the collapse of the roof at a popular nightclub in Santo Domingo, capital of the Dominican Republic. Rescue crews are still searching for survivors under the rubble.

Three American citizens who attempted coup in DRC back in US custody

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Three American citizens who plotted a coup attempt against the presidential palace in Kinshasa in May 2024 are in American custody and will be repatriated to the US, according to the US State Department.

Morocco: Secretary Rubio's Reiterates U.S. Recognition of Moroccan Sovereignty over Western Sahara

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[State Department] Washington, DC -- The following is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce:

Luis Enrique dismisses talk of PSG being the favorite against Aston Villa

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Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique shrugged off talk of his team being the favorite against Aston Villa ahead of their Champions League quarterfinal match on Wednesday.

At least 44 dead and 160 injured in a roof collapse at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic

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At least 44 people died and 160 others were injured in the Dominican capital early Tuesday when the roof collapsed at an iconic nightclub where politicians, athletes and others were attending a merengue concert, authorities said.

A British woman gives birth after UK’s first womb transplant

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Grace Davidson who was born without a viable womb, received the transplant from her older sister

Nigeria: First Lady Donates N1bn to Support Govt's Fight Against Cervical Cancer

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[This Day] ·Urges Nigerians to seek help on medical challenges

West Africa: Nigeria, Sweden Deepen Bilateral Relations As Shettima Receives Crown Princess Victoria

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[This Day] ·Says her visit will open doors to better institutional relations, foster greater cultural exchange between both nations

Africa: AfDB President Seeks Stronger Global Collaboration to Unlock Africa's Economic Potential

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[This Day] Deepening Development Finance On the Continent - Commends UBA's Role

Ethiopia: Participants Call for Lasting Peace Through Dialogue

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[Ethiopian Herald] - Participants in the National Dialogue process in Ethiopia's Amhara state have urged communities to embrace dialogue as a means to achieve lasting peace and end ongoing conflicts.

Ethiopia: Seven Suggestions for Fast-Tracking AfCFTA Implementation

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[Ethiopian Herald] So much has been said so far about the significant and drastic transformation that the AfCFTA can bring about for Africa. The leaders of the continent have also worked with commitment to sign the agreement, endorse it and enter in to force.

Drones transform life, industry in south China's Shenzhen

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The low-altitude economy is accelerating in south China's Shenzhen City as drones and electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) reshape transport, logistics, and urban mobility

Zambia: Zambian Journalist Attacked, Facing Criminal Charges After Covering Ruling Party Supporters

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[CPJ] Lusaka -- Zambian authorities should drop all charges against Wave FM Zambia journalist Hope Chooma and direct resources to holding to account those responsible for assaulting him and threatening Byta FM reporter Robert Haloba, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Tuesday.

Somalia: Trade Unions Support Ica's Bold Action Against Child Labour Smuggling and Urge Prosecution of Traffickers

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[Shabelle] The Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) applauds the Immigration and Citizenship Agency of Somalia's (ICA) courageous and commendable actions in dismantling organised trafficking rings that have been smuggling underage Somali girls and boys to the Gulf States and Europe under the guise of employment.

Dozens dead in floods in DR Congo capital

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Desperate residents have been fleeing floodwaters by wading or paddling to safety in homemade canoes.

Rare blue diamond goes on display in Abu Dhabi ahead of May auction

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The 10-carat Mediterranean Blue is the expected to fetch as much as $20 million dollars at the Sotheby's sale.

Trump tariffs put 35,000 South African citrus jobs at risk, farmers warn

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The Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa said the impending reciprocal tariffs, due to come into effect on Wednesday, will be deeply damaging to South Africa's largest agricultural export.

Bongo Flava: How a Tanzanian music genre won global attention

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Born from a fusion of hip-hop, Afrobeat, and Swahili storytelling, Bongo Flava has become a symbol of Tanzanian pride. Artists like Diamond Platnumz and Ali Kiba have turned it into a continental powerhouse, collaborating with icons from Chris Brown to Jason Derulo

Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede named the new interim president of the Tigray region

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Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede was named the interim president of the Tigray region on Tuesday, replacing Getachew Reda. Lt. Gen. Tadesse.

Fifty hippos killed by anthrax in DR Congo

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Efforts are now under way to recover the animals and bury them to prevent further spread.

United Nations says peacekeeping is having to adapt faster

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Speaking to ambassadors in the Security Council, its head of peace operations said ceasefires are growing more fragile and conflicts increasingly unpredictable.

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