Burkina Faso’s legislature has unanimously adopted a revised penal code restoring the death penalty for terrorism, treason, espionage and certain imports of expired or prohibited products that cause death, reversing the country’s 2018 abolition of capital punishment.
Two claimants have petitioned Nigeria’s EFCC to investigate Jordan Nyesom-Wike over an alleged $2.1 million Abuja land transaction, but the FCT minister’s son has denied receiving the money and says his signature on a disputed agreement was forged.
Australian model and swimwear designer Sahara Ray has died at 34, months after welcoming her first child, with her family and friends sharing tributes as the cause of death remains officially unconfirmed.
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Britain will deploy Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets on defensive missions over Saudi Arabia as Houthi missile and drone attacks intensify, expanding military support that includes air-defence equipment, refuelling assistance and military advisers.
South Korea is withdrawing some embassy personnel from Ukraine after a diplomatic dispute over Kyiv’s disclosure of the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul, adding to tensions between the countries as Russian airstrikes continue.
Nigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case in 12 years after a woman who recently travelled from Uganda tested positive in Abuja, prompting health authorities to isolate the patient and begin tracing 44 people who may have been exposed.
Angel Reese made WNBA Finals history with 30 points and 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79–65 to level the championship series at 1–1.
French cities report relative calm after targeted curfews were imposed to curb riots, but protests over living costs and public services may continue.
Saudi Arabia has postponed its Future Investment Initiative conference until 2027 as deadly attacks and security concerns disrupt the region’s business calendar.
The US has ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek AI products over concerns about sensitive data, cybersecurity vulnerabilities and national security.
Afrobeat music star Burna Boy will headline the opening day of Rolling Loud India 2026 alongside American producer Metro Boomin, as the two-day festival returns to Mumbai with a line-up combining international hip-hop acts and artists from India’s growing rap scene.
Cristiano Ronaldo receives a 30-day suspension and €255 fine after leaving Portugal’s camp amid a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time.
Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary warns European airfares could rise by 20% as soaring jet fuel costs and tighter airline capacity threaten cheaper flights.
Burkina Faso’s legislature has unanimously adopted a revised penal code restoring the death penalty for terrorism, treason, espionage and certain imports of expired or prohibited products that cause death, reversing the country’s 2018 abolition of capital punishment.
Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old retired American teacher convicted in Russia of fighting as a mercenary for Ukraine, has been released after more than four years in detention following diplomatic efforts by Washington.
The Afenifere leader, who served as Ondo State’s finance commissioner and campaigned against military rule, died on Tuesday after a century of involvement in education, public service and Yoruba politics.
Elon Musk says a merger between Tesla and SpaceX could accelerate their shared ambitions in artificial intelligence, robotics and chip manufacturing, but independent board committees have yet to agree on a deal and shareholder approval remains a major hurdle.
US Vice-President JD Vance has declined to endorse Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s October 27 election, distancing himself from President Donald Trump’s public backing while insisting he will stay out of Israeli electoral politics.
France’s Parliament has voted to formally repeal the 1685 Code Noir, the colonial legal framework that regulated slavery, 178 years after slavery was definitively abolished in France, in a move that also calls for a review of the lasting effects of colonial-era laws.
Australian model and swimwear designer Sahara Ray has died at 34, months after welcoming her first child, with her family and friends sharing tributes as the cause of death remains officially unconfirmed.
Britain will deploy Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets on defensive missions over Saudi Arabia as Houthi missile and drone attacks intensify, expanding military support that includes air-defence equipment, refuelling assistance and military advisers.
Nigeria has confirmed its first Ebola case in 12 years after a woman who recently travelled from Uganda tested positive in Abuja, prompting health authorities to isolate the patient and begin tracing 44 people who may have been exposed.
Angel Reese made WNBA Finals history with 30 points and 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79–65 to level the championship series at 1–1.
