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Where to experience Black culture in Paris
Creative Black minds and artisans have been present in Paris’s renowned art and food scene since the 1920s. American writers like Langston Hughes and James Baldwin found a home in the city’s bustling jazz cafes, and their future works have laid...

Newcastle v Nottingham Forest Live TV – Global channel listings on Sunday
Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Newcastle v Nottingham Forest Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Sunday (2pm (UK) kick-off). Eddie Howe and his Newcastle United players looking...

Nigeria rejects US migrant deportations
U.S. President Donald Trump listens as African Leaders deliver remarks during a multilateral lunch in the State Dining Room of the White House July 9, 2025 in Washington, DC. Win McNamee/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by WIN MCNAMEE / GETTY IMAGES NORTH...

The real-life places behind 2025’s Oscar-nominated movies
Many of us know the names of the Hollywood icons and next generation stars set to be crowned at this year’s Oscars. Yet how many of you can name the homes and places where the iconic scenes from The Substance, Wicked, Anora or Conclave were...

Gambia, Gabon CHAN clash to be played in Senegal
#Sports Feb 21, 2025, 2:03 PM | Article By: Lamin Darboe The Gambia and Gabon first-leg clash of the CHAN qualifier will be played in Thies, Senegal on 28th February 2025, according to news reaching The Points Sports Desk.

GABON: Junta lifts curfew over a year after coup
Gabon’s ruling junta Wednesday lifted a curfew that had been in force since it seized power in an August 2023 coup, to allow for holiday celebrations, an official statement said. The central African country’s military rulers removed “until further...

International News Briefs for Thursday, July 10, 2025
HAVANA TIMES – Here are some of the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Gaza’s Doctors Warn Hospitals “Will Become Graveyards” as Fuel Supplies Dwindle Jul 10, 2025 Israel’s unrelenting slaughter in...
Again, Trump’s Way Or The Highway By Azu Ishiekwene
It’s hard not to love US President Donald Trump. He is the world’s most powerful president and wears his preeminence on his sleeve. Not for him the crooked modesty of the Chinese or the boring self-effacement of the British. Six months after his...

Again, Trump’s way or the highway, By Azu Ishiekwene
Whether he threatens more tariffs for de-dollarisation or uses divide-and-rule to weaken the world, especially developing countries, they must make it clear that, apart from Trump’s way and the highway, there is a third way for those willing and...

Gabon Police Arrest Hundreds Over Curfew Violations
Gabonese police arrested 348 people overnight for curfew violations and alleged robberies, as tensions simmer under the military junta that seized power in August 2023. The strict overnight curfew, initially imposed by the ousted Bongo regime,...

Nyayo Stadium set for World Cup Qualifier test drive vs Gabon
The renovated players' tunnel at the Nyayo National Stadium on February 22, 2025. [Chan/AFCON - LOC] Kenya's pivotal Group 'F' qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup against Gabon is scheduled to take place at the Nyayo National Stadium on March...

Gabon lifts curfew over a year after military coup
Libreville – Gabon’s ruling junta on Wednesday lifted a curfew that had been in force since it seized power in a August 2023 coup, to allow for holiday celebrations, an official statement said. The central African country’s military rulers removed...

Gambia intensify preparations ahead of Gabon clash
The home based Scorpions are currently training at the National Technical Training Centre in Old Yundum to prepare themselves fit enough for their match with the Gabonese. The Gambia CHAN team under the guidance of gaffer Alagie Sarr lost to The...

Manchester City v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Saturday
Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Manchester City v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Saturday (3pm (UK) kick-off). Eddie Howe and his Newcastle United players looking...

Trump praises Liberian leader on English, his native tongue: 'Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?'
U.S. President Donald Trump complimented the president of Liberia Wednesday on his English-speaking skills — despite English being the official language of the West African nation.Article content Trump was hosting a White House lunch with African...

Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing 'witch hunt' trial
Trump's decision appears to be driven by personal relationships rather than economic factors. Brazilian President Lula criticized the tariffs and vowed to retaliate using Brazil's economic reciprocity law. Trump also announced tariffs on seven...

Gabon police arrest dozens over curfew violations
Libreville – Gabon’s police have arrested dozens of young protesters for breaching a curfew, in place since the military junta seized power in an August 2023 coup, sources told AFP. The central African country’s military rulers have not lifted a...

Get Ready For PLA-Navy! Chinese State Media Warns Of Much More Action As Australia & New Zealand Alarmed By ‘Backyard Drills’
A Chinese People Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) task group conducted two live-fire drills near Australia and New Zealand, drawing the ire of the South Pacific countries. However, China has retaliated to the criticism, calling it unwarranted ‘hype’...

The newest way to influence Trump: Nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize
WASHINGTON (AP) — World leaders, lawmakers and even one Native American tribe are deploying a novel strategy for remaining on… WASHINGTON (AP) — World leaders, lawmakers and even one Native American tribe are deploying a novel strategy for...

Gambia face Gabon in CHAN qualifiers
The Gambia and Gabon will fight hard to beat each other to cruise to the next round of the CHAN qualifiers. The winner for The Gambia and Gabon clash will face Algeria in the final round of the CHAN qualifiers. Gaffer Alagie Sarr and his The...