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Thailand risks surrendering its economy to Chinese interests

Chinese businesses are also taking over Thailand’s retail and manufacturing sectors.

By The Irrawaddy May. 8, 2025

Thailand risks surrendering its economy to Chinese interests

USA Cardinal Prevost elected Pope Leo XIV

By Reuters May. 8, 2025

White smoke billows from Sistine Chapel, signalling new pope elected

By Reuters May. 8, 2025

Bangladesh’s dance with China: a friendship that risks sovereignty

Since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government in August 2024, Bangladesh has tilted sharply toward China.

By etruth mv May. 6, 2025

Could Uganda’s Budongo forest be ground zero for the next global pandemic?

Over the years, tobacco has become more profitable than maize for farmers, Adule says.

By Global Press Journal May. 5, 2025

Could Uganda’s Budongo forest be ground zero for the next global pandemic?

Skype to shut down for good within hours – Here’s how to save your data

The iconic live messaging and video calling service will be closed down for good within hours, with users warned to take steps to keep hold of their chat history.

By METRO May. 4, 2025

Skype to shut down for good within hours – Here’s how to save your data

Sudan: RSF massacre in Zamzam, Abu Shouk IDP Camps draws global condemnation

The attack follows a well-documented pattern of RSF atrocities, from the massacres in El Geneina to the violence in Wad al-Nura and villages west of Omdurman.

By Wires Apr. 26, 2025

Sudan: RSF massacre in Zamzam, Abu Shouk IDP Camps draws global condemnation

China erases Tibet in latest white paper

Compare it to the first white paper on Tibet, issued in 1992.

By Japan Forward Apr. 24, 2025

China erases Tibet in latest white paper

How Chinese businesses are being blocked globally

This growing pushback signals a profound shift in how the world views Chinese business interests and raises serious questions about China’s ability to

By Geopolitica Apr. 22, 2025

How Chinese businesses are being blocked globally

Tibetan identity at risk: China’s systematic oppression Intensifies

The Communist Party of China (CCP) has long been accused of systematic oppression in Tibet, targeting the region’s cultural, religious, and social fabric.

By The Hong Kong post Apr. 21, 2025

Tibetan identity at risk: China’s systematic oppression Intensifies

Pope Francis dies at 88

The pope’s death was announced on Monday morning by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo.

By CNN Apr. 21, 2025

China’s navy rusts, from aircraft carriers to destroyers

One emblematic example of these shortcomings is the Liaoning aircraft carrier, which has been touted as a key asset in China’s blue-water ambitions.

By mekong Apr. 16, 2025

China’s navy rusts, from aircraft carriers to destroyers

China undermines sanctions, arms IRGC & fuels terrorism

It is essential to understand that this operation was not a rogue act by a few isolated criminals.

By European Times Apr. 14, 2025

China undermines sanctions, arms IRGC & fuels terrorism

Gabon's leader Nguema elected president with 90.35% of vote, interior minister says

Nguema's most prominent opponent in the eight-candidate race was Alain Claude Bilie By Nze, who was serving as prime minister under President Ali Bongo at the time of the coup.

By Reuters Apr. 13, 2025

Gabon's leader Nguema elected president with 90.35% of vote, interior minister says

China’s belt and road credibility collapsing fast in Thailand

At least 30 high-rise buildings in Bangkok were deemed uninhabitable because of the earthquake, the Public Works Department said on April 2.

By Asia Times Apr. 10, 2025

China’s belt and road credibility collapsing fast in Thailand

Prada buys Versace to create Italian fashion powerhouse

Owning Versace, with its bold, baroque-style prints, will bring new customers to Prada, known for its minimalist style.

By Reuters Apr. 10, 2025

Prada buys Versace to create Italian fashion powerhouse

CheatGPT crisis – SA universities faced with a burgeoning degree of AI-written academic assignments

Acrisis is brewing in local higher learning institutions over the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to cheat – and university authorities seem to be at sea over how to handle it.

By Daily Maverick Apr. 7, 2025

CheatGPT crisis – SA universities faced with a burgeoning degree of AI-written academic assignments

Fair play in question: EU targets BYD’s Chinese government backing

BYD, one of the world’s leading EV manufacturers, has been expanding its presence globally, including in Europe.

By Directus Apr. 7, 2025

Fair play in question: EU targets BYD’s Chinese government backing

Taiwan refutes China’s affirmations of authority

The international community has long grappled with balancing these competing narratives.

By European Times Apr. 3, 2025

Taiwan refutes China’s affirmations of authority

Usain Bolt's dad dies as tributes flood in for Olympic legend's 'quiet force'

According to the Jamaica Observer, Wellesley passed away on Monday after a battle with an extended illness.

By The Mirror Us Apr. 2, 2025

Usain Bolt's dad dies as tributes flood in for Olympic legend's 'quiet force'

University of Johannesburg rejects claims by 'lecturer' who favoured Zimbabwean students

In a statement, UJ said it is aware of social media posts by Joel Sangweni, who falsely claims to be a lecturer at the institution.

By IOL News Apr. 1, 2025

University of Johannesburg rejects claims by 'lecturer' who favoured Zimbabwean students

Chinese nationalists’ attacks on foreigners become severe

The Japanese, however, are looked down on viciously, thanks to historical animosity and ongoing maritime disputes.

By Geopolitica Mar. 30, 2025

Chinese nationalists’ attacks on foreigners become severe

French prosecutors seek 7-year sentence for Sarkozy in Libya campaign financing trial

A verdict is expected later this year.

By AP Mar. 27, 2025

French prosecutors seek 7-year sentence for Sarkozy in Libya campaign financing trial

Decline and fall of the ‘socialist system with Chinese characteristics’

President Xi’s policy of controlled growth of capital under the supervision of the state to ensure a more equitable income distribution has failed to materialize.

By Newsday Mar. 27, 2025

Decline and fall of the ‘socialist system with Chinese characteristics’

Namibia to require visas for U. S. citizens and tourists from over 30 countries from beginning of April

The announcement has been underscored by a notice from the U.S. Embassy in Namibia, which has urged American travellers to begin preparations for the new visa requirements.

By IOL News Mar. 26, 2025

Namibia to require visas for U. S. citizens and tourists from over 30 countries from beginning of April

Kirsty, how will you handle Donald Trump?

Perhaps we should not have been surprised. In the murky world of Zimbabwean politics, Coventry has proved adept at dodging the pitfalls and rising to the top.

By The Guardian Mar. 21, 2025

Kirsty, how will you handle Donald Trump?

Nowruz: A global opportunity to develop cultural and friendly relations

Nowruz is the message of peace and friendship by the Iranians for the whole world. Nowruz is a strong testimony to Iranian rich civilization, national characteristics and history.

By Cultural Centre of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Zimbabwe Mar. 20, 2025

Nowruz: A global opportunity to develop cultural and friendly relations

Unrest in Indonesia: Chinese Project Faces Fierce Backlash

Boost China-EU trade to nullify US tariffs

By The Hong Kong post Mar. 19, 2025

Unrest in Indonesia: Chinese Project Faces Fierce Backlash

Rwanda and Belgium expel each other's diplomats over Congo conflict

Belgium's foreign affairs minister Maxime Prevot said the move was "disproportionate and shows that when we disagree with Rwanda they prefer not to engage in dialogue."

By Reuters Mar. 17, 2025