Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo – It was two hours after midnight last Monday when the first bursts of gunfire rang out in Selembao municipality, south of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The shots, some deafening, created panic among residents who traced the ruckus to Makala central prison and wondered what could be happening. Soon after – in videos that went viral on social media – footage emerged of prisoners brandishing torches as they made their way through the darkness, before the situation degenerated when the sound of locks being forced mingled with screams…
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After a six-week summer recess, lawmakers return to the Capitol on Monday facing a changed political landscape but a vexing, very familiar problem: figuring out how to avert a shutdown. They have just three weeks to do so. Funding for the government runs out at the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30, and former President Donald Trump is urging Republicans to force a shutdown unless certain demands are met, NBC News reports. A shutdown would close federal agencies and national parks, while limiting public services and furloughing millions of workers just weeks before the election. The presidential race…
By Caribbean News Global USA / INDIA – The US Department of State will partner with the India Semiconductor Mission, ministry of electronics and IT, government of India to explore opportunities to grow and diversify the global semiconductor ecosystem under the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, created by the CHIPS Act of 2022 (CHIPS Act). This partnership will help create a more resilient, secure, and sustainable global semiconductor value chain. A media note from office of the spokesperson US Department of State, said: “The initial phase includes a comprehensive assessment of India’s existing semiconductor ecosystem and regulatory framework, as well as workforce and infrastructure needs. State…
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and Regional Director Dr Hanan Balkhy yesterday concluded a two-day mission to Port Sudan, where they reaffirmed WHO’s commitment to reaching all Sudanese in need and called on the international community to urgently act to end the extreme health and humanitarian crisis. During their visit, Dr Tedros and Dr Balkhy met with Sudanese leaders, including Lt. Gen. Abdul Fatah Al-Burhan, Chairman of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council; Deputy Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council Dr. Malik Agar; and Federal Minister of Health Dr. Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim Awadallah. The discussions centered on the devastating impact of the…
Nigerian singer Davido has once again taken to social media to flaunt his wealth and family influence. In a recent tweet on X, the singer claimed that his riches are endless, sparking a conversation about his financial status.The tweet was triggered by a post from his cousin, Tunji Adeleke, who quoted lyrics from singer Rema’s hit single Hehehe, which talks about making money and silencing critics. Tunji wrote, “Monday morning, talking about me while I’m making money. Hehehe-hehehe-hehehe.”However, Davido retweeted the post, adding, “The cash cannot finish. EVER!!!” Meanwhile, this boastful statement has led to a mixed reaction from fans…
It’s the first-ever successful ‘targeted’ re-entry’, proving that such manoeuvers can help prevent space probes from contributing to junk in orbit around Earth.The satellites launched in 2000 and were initially planned only for a two-year mission, but the “impressive and world-changing science” they helped conduct made ESA keep the cluster going.Using data obtained from Salsa, scientists hope to be able to predict even better the time and location of satellite reentries in the future.Dr Oleg Ishkov, Director at Rockit Technology, a clean technology company based at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, reveals their plans to help seal 100,000 methane-leaking wells in…
Quarterback Deshaun Watson has had a brutal first two seasons with the Cleveland Browns. His third year on the team started off with more of the same on Sunday.The former three-time Pro Bowler with the Houston Texans went just 24-45 for 169 passing yards with one touchdown and two interceptions for a 51.1 passer rating during the Browns 33-17 loss against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 1.Watson was historically ineffective on pass attempts that travelled at least 15 yards. The former first-round pick made three straight Pro Bowls with the Texans from 2018-20 while missing just one game. Watson then…
Kremlin fails to refute reports that Tehran is providing it with weapons for its ongoing war on Ukraine.Russia has branded Iran an “important partner” as it failed to refute reports that Tehran is supplying it with short-range ballistic missiles. A Kremlin spokesman made the comments on Monday, as the European Union said that it has “credible information” regarding the supply of missiles to Russia’s forces waging war on Ukraine. Moscow and Tehran have drawn closer since Moscow launched its invasion in February 2022, with Iran supplying its Shahed drones. The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday that missiles are now…
The clock is ticking down to the first debate between Democratic and Republican presidential hopefuls since Kamala Harris took over the ticket from President Joe Biden. It comes after Biden’s widely criticized performance in his debate against Trump led to questions about the 81-year-old’s ability to remain in office for another four years. Here are the details to know ahead of the Donald Trump-Harris showdown. Where and when is the presidential debate? The first 2024 presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris is set to be held at Philadelphia’s National Constitution Center in the battleground…
By Arnaud Bouraima, Deputy Chief Commercial Officer, Webb Fontaine (https://WebbFontaine.com/). In the face of mounting global environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, and increasing focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) awareness, sustainable trade practices and supply chains have the potential to radically transform Africa’s economic future. From green logistics to fair trade and circular economy principles, sustainable trade practices have a significant positive impact on global and local trade. In addition to environmental benefits, they enhance market competitiveness and open access to new markets that value a commitment to sustainability. However, the transition to eco-friendly…