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Hervé Renard leaves Tunisia post
Hervé Renard steps down as Tunisia head coach after failing to lead the team past the group stage. The French tactician had a brief tenure.
AnewZ Releases "Macron Paradox" Film
AnewZ's documentary "Macron Paradox" examines Macron's presidency, France's waning power in Africa, and the Benalla scandal.
Coffee and chocolate may rise again
El Niño weather phenomenon may increase coffee and chocolate prices. Impact on cocoa and coffee production, price rise, and consumer effects.
Climate change affects flamingos
Climate change is fading the pink color of flamingos in Kenya and reducing their population.
South Korea president orders probe into national team
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung ordered an investigation into the national football team's 2026 World Cup failure. Read about the reasons and measures.
WC 2026: First round of 16 team: Canada
WC 2026: Canada beats South Africa 1-0 to become first team to qualify for round of 16. Stephen Eustáquio's goal secures victory; next opponent is winner of Netherlands vs Morocco.
Geopolitical Tensions Shake Copper Market
Copper prices hit $14,000 as geopolitical tensions disrupt supply. Impact on global economy and Azerbaijan's copper exports.
African Teams Make History at WC-2026
Nine African teams qualified for the 2026 World Cup knockout stage, five of them for the first time. Tunisia was eliminated.
WC 2026 Playoff: South Africa vs Canada
World Cup 2026 round of 32: South Africa vs Canada in Los Angeles. Match starts at 23:00 Baku time today.
WC 2026: Portugal, Colombia, DR Congo reach round of 32
WC 2026: Portugal, Colombia, and DR Congo advance to round of 32. Group K match results and news.
32 Teams Qualify for Knockout Stage
2026 World Cup group stage concluded; 32 teams qualified for knockout stage. Round of 16 pairings and first match details.
Causes of Extreme Heat in Europe
What is the cause of extreme heat in Europe? Information on climate change, heat dome, and record temperatures.
Cholera epidemic in Africa spreads to 14 countries
Cholera epidemic in Africa has spread to 14 countries. Central African Republic reports 197 cases, 24 deaths. Highest caseload in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
World Cup 2026: South Africa Advances to Playoffs After Mexico
World Cup 2026 Group A: Mexico and South Africa advance to playoffs. South Korea hopes for best third-placed finish, Czech Republic eliminated.
First Ebola case reported in France
First Ebola case in France: doctor returning from Congo diagnosed. Prime Minister closely monitoring.
Cape Verde sets unique World Cup record
Cape Verde became the first team to score their debut World Cup goal from a direct free kick during the 2026 World Cup match against Uruguay.
World Cup 2023: final group stage matches
The final round of the World Cup group stage begins. Decisive matches in Groups B, C, and A will take place on June 24-25.
Safari tragedy: Canadian woman killed
Canadian tourist killed in South Africa safari after guide accidentally fires gun
Actress Emma Hussen charged with drug smuggling
British actress Emma Hussen charged with smuggling 320 kg of methamphetamine. She appeared in 'Hummingbird' with Jason Statham.
Ghana Panama 1-0: WC 2026 group match
In WC 2026 Group L, Ghana defeated Panama 1-0. Caleb Yirenki scored the winner in stoppage time.
Ex-president accused of crimes against humanity
Former Central African Republic president Francois Bozize faces trial in absentia for crimes against humanity including murder, torture, and rape.
IsDB: 150 million youth excluded from economy
IsDB official: 150 million youth excluded from economic processes. What are the barriers?
Man arrested trying to smuggle 150 scorpions out of country
A 28-year-old man was arrested at Cape Town airport for attempting to smuggle 150 scorpions hidden in luggage. He faces charges of illegal wildlife trafficking.
13 countries criticize UEFA president
13 countries sign letter criticizing UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin over expanded World Cup format comments.
FIFA demands Senegal remove star
FIFA demands Senegal remove Africa Cup of Nations star from 2026 World Cup shirts. Egypt also faces similar restrictions.
Dangerous anomaly in Atlantic: Scientists warn of global disaster
A 'cold blob' in the Atlantic signals a weakening AMOC, raising concerns of global climate disaster.
France-Cyprus military deal worries Turkey
France-Cyprus military deal worries Turkey. The agreement could increase tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.
FIFA Bans Stars on Egypt's World Cup Jersey
FIFA demands Egypt remove seven stars from their 2026 World Cup jersey, as they represent Africa Cup titles, not World Cup wins.
Klopp criticizes World Cup 2026 opener
Jurgen Klopp harshly criticizes the Mexico vs South Africa opening match of the 2026 World Cup, citing poor tactics and low quality.
Sabah reveals fee for South African star
Sabah FC paid 7 million rand ($720,000) for South African defender Eyden McCarthy from Kaizer Chiefs, with a 10% sell-on clause.
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