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‘They’re going to kill me’: Woman fled Iran for asylum in US. Then even with protection order, she was deported to African country US advises against

“America’s doors are closed, fully, to asylum seekers.”

We Got This Covered · Aug 30

Fevicol maker Pidilite says demand holding steady in Q2; rules out immediate price hikes: MD

Pidilite Industries expects consumer demand to remain resilient despite inflationary pressures. The company does not foresee immediate price increases in the current quarter. Demand trends in July and August are broadly in line with the June quarter. Pidilite remains confident of delivering double-digit volume growth while maintaining profitability. The company…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Africa's male midwives are rare but increasing in the fight against pregnancy deaths

The southern African kingdom is seeing more men becoming midwives

The Independent UK · Aug 30

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UAE building ‘relationships of dependence’ through investment across Africa

The United Arab Emirates has become a major economic and strategic force in Africa, through investments in key sectors and a growing involvement in conflicts on the continent – prompting some to describe its approach as imperialist.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 29

Scientists stumped as huge amount of dead sardines wash up on South Africa coast

Water temperature can make fish more vulnerable to disease

The Independent UK · Aug 29

Trapped for 115 days, cargo ship captain recounts ordeal in Strait of Hormuz

In late January 2026, the Banglar Joyjatra, a Bangladeshi bulk carrier, entered the Persian Gulf on what should have been a routine commercial voyage before continuing to South Africa. Instead, Captain Mohammad Shafiqul Islam and his crew became trapped for 115 days as conflict engulfed the Strait of Hormuz. He…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 29

Uganda’s King Oyo Nyimba, once the world’s youngest king, dies at 34

King Oyo Nyimba, Uganda’s famed Tooro monarch who became king at just three years old, has died aged 34, bringing an end to the remarkable life of one of Africa’s most recognisable traditional rulers.

The Times of India · Aug 29

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Spanish government urges calm after Ceuta anti-migrant protesters clash with police

Spain's left-wing government called for calm in the North African enclave of Ceuta on Friday after protests over security escalated into clashes between locals and police, a month after a mass influx of migrants from Morocco triggered a Europe-wide alert.

France 24 · Aug 28

Lunar eclipse turns Moon bright red

A lunar eclipse, also called a ‘blood Moon’, has turned the Moon red for viewers in Europe, North and South America, and Africa. The partial eclipse, which came overnight on 27-28 August, saw the Earth move between the full Moon and the Sun. Sunlight passing through Earth's atmosphere was scattered…

The Independent UK · Aug 28

Chandra Grahan 2026 Time: Will Lunar Eclipse be visible in India? Check August 28 timings and sutak rules

The 2026 Lunar Eclipse, or Chandra Grahan, is set to grace the skies on August 28, showcasing a deep partial eclipse primarily visible in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and western Asia. Unfortunately, this celestial event won't be seen from India, which means that Sutak Kaal will not be acknowledged, with…

The Economic Times · Aug 28

Fifa in Africa: has Gianni Infantino really helped football development?

Gianni Infantino might have backed down from his proposal to sell a minority stake of Fifa to corporate investors and he may be facing a backlash from all sides, but the steady commercialisation of the game continues.

The Conversation · Aug 27

Trafficked on the last US slave ship, Cudjo Lewis never returned home to Benin. But his descendant has

Cassandra Lewis’s Benin citizenship reflects a broader push by African countries to reconnect with diaspora descendants

The Guardian - US · Aug 27

Pedalling hard to realise the African dream – Team Amani's two-year plan for a Tour de France Femmes start

Team Amani have enjoyed green shoots of success this season, but hope for more resources to reach their goal of a Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift start in 2028

Cycling News · Aug 27

Lunar Eclipse 2026: When will the Moon turn red? Exact timing, where to watch and everything skywatchers need to know

Lunar Eclipse 2026: Skywatchers will witness a near-total lunar eclipse this week, with the Moon expected to take on a deep reddish-orange hue as Earth’s shadow covers almost its entire surface. The celestial event follows a recent total solar eclipse that was visible across parts of Europe. The lunar eclipse…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

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The Economic Times · Aug 27

Chandra Grahan 2026 August 28: When will lunar eclipse begin? Check India timings, visibility and Do’s & Don’ts

On August 28, 2026, a breathtaking deep partial lunar eclipse, known as Chandra Grahan, will grace the night sky. Observers in North and South America will have the prime view, with glimpses also available in parts of Europe and Africa. Some western Asian regions may catch a glimpse as well.…

Medical Daily · Aug 26

A Mosquito Built for Cities Moved Across Africa at Speeds Set by the Shape of the Land

Scientists sequenced 645 mosquito genomes and traced an invasion. Flat terrain sped it up, mountains slowed it down, and resistance came preinstalled.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 26

From Nashville to Nairobi: Dolly Parton’s enduring African influence

Country music icon Dolly Parton's remarkable career spanned generations and inspired people around the world – including across Africa. The star, who died in Tennessee on Tuesday at the age of 80, was particularly appreciated in South Africa thanks to her collaboration with renowned Zulu group Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

The Conversation · Aug 26

Africa’s herbarium collections are a scientific treasure. They need to be digitised before more biodiversity is lost

Universities and biodiversity institutes have hidden treasures: their collections of pressed plant specimens. These are plants that have been flattened, dried and mounted on special cardboard sheets. Some of them were collected centuries ago. They hold information about where species occur and how ecosystems changed over time.

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The Conversation · Aug 26

Ghana’s businesses don’t always need costly tech. How to build on what’s already been done

Across Africa, governments are promoting industrialisation while encouraging businesses to reduce waste and keep materials in use for longer. Many manufacturers, however, especially the smaller ones, can’t afford the advanced technologies often associated with greener production.

The Conversation · Aug 26

Sunscreen for lakes and dams: could a thin floating layer of nanomaterial shield water from evaporation?

Water stored in dams and reservoirs for humans to use often evaporates, especially in hot regions like southern Africa. Rising temperatures speed evaporation up, leaving less water for people, farming and industry. Daniel Kwasi Kpeglo has just completed a PhD in physics. He explains his laboratory research into a new…

The Times of India · Aug 26

14 fossilised teeth found in Egypt’s ancient shark graveyard reveal five extinct species from the age of dinosaurs

Fossilised shark teeth from Egypt's Western Desert reveal prehistoric ocean life. Scientists discovered teeth from five extinct shark species in the Abu-Tartur Plateau region. These ancient predators inhabited warm tropical seas during the Late Cretaceous period. The findings expand the known record of shark diversity in North Africa. This discovery…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Dolly Parton died, next Atlantic storm could share her name. Here’s why

The next Atlantic tropical storm will be named Dolly, following established naming procedures. Forecasters are monitoring a system off Africa which may strengthen into a named storm. This season is predicted to have below-average storm activity due to El Nino. Storm names are chosen for ease of pronunciation and familiarity…

France 24 · Aug 25

Mawlid festivities cancelled in Tigray over drone attacks

In tonight's programme: Muslims celebrate Mawlid across Africa but festivities are cancelled in Tigray because of recent drone attacks. But first: the United States calls for beefed-up UN sanctions against the warring parties in Sudan. Finally, in the Kenyan village of Cheporor, a recent discovery of gold sends thousands of…

The Independent UK · Aug 25

UK green technology firm plans major £55m Africa expansion to help create ‘energy grid of the future’

Fresh funding for Sheffield solar-powered battery company comes as cuts bring rethink of UK aid strategy

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Emami well-placed to tap rural recovery, premiumisation trends: Chairman S Goenka

Emami anticipates benefiting from rural demand recovery and urban premiumisation trends. Favorable monsoons and rising affordability are reviving rural consumption for the company. Strategic investments in new-age brands will significantly contribute to future turnover. Overseas operations in Bangladesh, the Middle East, and Africa remain a focus.

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