Global Affairs
Canadian photographer jailed for two years over stolen Churchill photo
Jeffrey Wood admitted to stealing the original print from the Château Laurier hotel in Ottawa sometime between late December 2021 and early January 2022.
Saudi Arabia to permit alcohol sales at 600 locations beginning in 2026
This change is part of the Kingdom’s broader Vision 2030 strategy, designed to position Saudi Arabia as a premier global destination for tourism and international business ahead of high-profile events like Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034.
Aid cuts leave Congolese refugees in Burundi facing starvation and violence
Claude, a former bouncer from Uvira in eastern DRC, fled to Burundi in February to escape escalating violence linked to the M23 rebel group, which is reportedly backed by Rwanda.
Tourists from nations affected by Trump’s tariffs shun U.S. travel
Additionally, travelers from both the UK and the US are showing a stronger preference for local getaways, likely influenced by ongoing economic uncertainty.
HRW reports Uganda’s campaign of hatred and violence against LGBTQ community
Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated that Ugandan officials have engaged in extensive discrimination and violence, while also fueling misinformation and hostility toward LGBTQ individuals following the 2023 law’s passage.
Ghana temporarily closes US embassy amid visa scandal allegations
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa revealed that the decision to shut down the embassy comes after an audit team he appointed uncovered serious irregularities linked to corruption within the diplomatic mission.
Woman accused of poisoning in-laws with mushrooms tells court she loved the victims
She is also charged with attempted murder after her husband’s uncle survived the meal but required an extended hospital stay.
Key things about South Korea's snap presidential poll
Yoon Suk Yeol was originally expected to remain in office until 2027, but his presidency came to an abrupt and controversial end.
King Charles to deliver historic address to Canadian Parliament
The 76-year-old King, who is undergoing treatment for cancer, made the journey to Canada’s capital at the prime minister’s request, joined by Queen Camilla.
‘Everest Man’ Kami Rita Sherpa sets new world record on Mount Everest
The seasoned mountaineer first conquered the world’s tallest peak in 1994 while working for a commercial expedition.
Kabila welcomed in rebel-held Goma as DR Congo tensions rise
His return comes amid growing political tension and accusations linking him to the armed group.