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Xenophobia tensions escalate in South Africa as officials allegedly target foreign nationals
Tensions are rising over a fresh wave of xenophobic actions in South Africa after allegations emerged that a local mayor shut down businesses owned by African migrants, handed the shops to locals and ordered foreigners to leave the area within 21 days. In recent months, anti-immigrant groups have intensified protests against foreigners, particularly other Africans.
Middle East tensions continue to drive oil higher
Tuesday 17 March 2026 - 06:55am JOHANNESBURG - Oil remains in focus as Iran continues to threaten shipping that wants to transit the Strait of Hormuz. The price of the black stuff hit $106 per barrel on Monday. It has since pulled back on news of several vessels passing through the Strait, some said to
Why tensions over the Arctic matter for the UK
The United States wants Greenland. Russia is flexing its military muscle. And China wants to secure its economic future. Why is the Arctic so important to them? Friday 30 May 2025 01:04, UK Arctic David Lammy Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player The Arctic has long been a place of relatively
Rise in India-Pakistan tensions shows why the world needs its US sheriff: Andreas Kluth
Key topics Kashmir violence sparks renewed India-Pakistan nuclear tensions US retreating from its role as crisis mediator in South Asia Global stability at risk if America abandons leadership role Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land
How to spot fake news amid Pakistan-India tensions
The logos of TikTok and Facebook are displayed on a smartphone in this illustration.— Reuters/File Given the massive surge in misinformation circulating on social media amid the ongoing Pakistan-India tensions, Geo.tv reached out to the Digital Rights Foundation (DRF) to seek expert advice on how to educate viewers on identifying and avoiding fake news. Here’s
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“Take the Stairs”: Adekunle Gold Shares Advice for Creatives at The Macallan Partnership Celebration
Award-winning singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold has urged creatives to remain committed to their craft, even when recognition feels out of reach, sharing a powerful reflection on patience, excellence and… The post “Take the Stairs”: Adekunle Gold Shares Advice for Creatives at The Macallan Partnership Celebration appeared first on Nigerian Entertainment Today...
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Bernie Sanders Backs Justin J. Pearson, House Candidate at the Heart of Tennessee Voting Rights Fight
Pearson challenged the last Tennessee Democrat in the House. Now he’s up against the threat of total GOP control. The post Bernie Sanders Backs Justin J. Pearson, House Candidate at the Heart of Tennessee Voting Rights Fight appeared first on The Intercept...
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Multi-agency flood control exercise gains momentum
A large-scale flood control and drainage desilting campaign, spearheaded by Zoomlion Ghana Limited and its partners, has been intensified across Accra as stakeholders step up efforts to prepare the capital ahead of the peak rainy season. The exercise, which involved the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO...
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Poor road to dump site leaves tricycle operators stranded
Poor road conditions leading to the only waste disposal site at Lower McCarthy Hill in the Weija Gbawe Municipality have left thousands of refuse tricycle operators stranded, disrupting waste collection in parts of Accra. The situation has resulted in long queues of tricycles along the Leprosarium stretch of the Mallam-Kasoa Highway...
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“This is why I don’t attend parties” – Woman leaves guests stunned with her electrifying dance performance at a party (Watch)
A woman turned heads online after revealing why she rarely attends parties: her unique dancing style. She often avoids social gatherings because she believes her dance moves can be embarrassing. She jokingly admitted that there are times she prefers to remain seated and quiet rather than draw attention to herself on the dance floor...