Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Binance launches world’s first Shariah-compliant multi-token staking
Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has launched Sharia Earn in the UAE, the first multi-token staking service that meets the principles of Islamic finance, opening new doors for halal...

New Su-34 Strike Fighters Delivered to the Russian Air Force Following Major Expansion of Production
<p >The Russian Aerospace Forces have received a new batch of Su-34M strike fighters, following a significant increase in production at the Chkalov Aviation Plant in Novosibirsk to approximately double the levels seen before 2022. Head of...

She Fought For The Girl The World Left Behind: Natalia Kanem’s UN Legacy
Friday, 11 July 2025, 9:33 am Press Release: UN News She returns, over and over, to a single image: that of a ten-year-old girl – standing on the edge of adolescence, her future uncertain, and her rights still in grave doubt. “Will she be able to...

Brics Summit:un Secretary General Calls For Greater Global Cooperation On E
The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday warned that the environment is being attacked on all fronts and called on the international community to tackle urgently the intersection of health and climate issues. Mr Guterres...

Trump hosts African leaders to discuss trade, economic relations
United States President Donald Trump has hosted leaders of five west African nations at the White House that includes the presidents of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal. The mini summit is expected to focus on deepening...

OCHA Warns about Rising Global Food Insecurity
In what it dubs a ‘hyper-prioritized report’, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) warns that nearly 300 million people around the world are in urgent need of assistance in light of global humanitarian funding cuts,...

DLIC Kupwara approves 72 cases under Mission YUVA
KUPWARA, JULY 08: In a major step towards promoting youth entrepreneurship and self-employment in the district, District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) Kupwara Monday met under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi...

Trump’s cuts leave a million facing starvation in Nigeria – as food aid runs out
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Voices: As the world gets more dangerous – the UK has to build peace through aid as it prepares for war
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

On a roll: Trump to host 5 African leaders this week
Fresh from hosting the signing of a peace deal between the DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo) and Rwanda last month, President Donald Trump will now welcome the leaders of five African countries at the White House for a U.S.-Africa mini-summit...

Africa Cement Industry Report 2025 Market To Grow By 8.1% Annually To Reach $8.7 Billion This Year, Driven By Infrastructure Projects, Green Transition, Urbanization, And Trade Integration
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The African cement market is growing at an impressive 8.1% annually, with an expected value of $8.7 billion by 2025. Driven by urbanization and infrastructure projects, the cement sector benefits from...

Autumn 2025: Rains Exceed Expectations
(MENAFN- Sudanow Magazine) PortSudan, (Sudanow) - Great concern has spread among farmers due to the delayed autumn this year. Autumn is the planting season, and they rely on rainwater for irrigation and pasturage. However, this year's autumn...

The Academic Bukhari: The Presence Of Burhan In Seville Is A Soft Diplomatic Battle Taking Place On The Sidelines Of War
(MENAFN- Sudanow Magazine) By: Dr. Abdallahi Idriss Abdallahi Portsudan (Sudanow)-The visit of the president of the Sovereignty Council, General Abdul Fattah Al-Burhan, and his participation in the Fourth International Conference on Financing for...

Mangoes: Nutritional And Therapeutic Benefits Invade Global Markets
(MENAFN- Sudanow Magazine) By: Rogia al-Shafee PortSudan(Sudanow)- A historic event occurred in Sudan last month: Qaisan Market in the Blue Nile region was closed due to mangoes falling on vendors because of strong winds, forcing them to shut down...

Potential peace and World Cup spot offers hope for DR Congo
These are busy times for football in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The women's team are playing in the African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for the first time since 2012 while the men are currently top of their qualification group for the 2026...

‘Cooperation is humanity’s greatest innovation,’ UN chief declares at BRICS summit
Speaking at the 17th BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, he emphasised the human impact of environmental devastation and climate change. And as environmental disasters increase, the sustainable development goals are also being left behind....

Glacial Lake Outburst In Tibet Triggered Nepal Flood That Killed 9
Home Asia Glacial Lake Outburst In Tibet Triggered Nepal Flood That Killed 9 At least 19 people, including six Chinese workers at the Beijing-aided Inland Container Depot, remain missing in Nepal after Tuesday's floods that also washed away the...

QPC Concludes Political Analysis Course
(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The course was presented by Dr Mustafa Osman al-Amin, Head of the Department of Islam and International Affairs, Professor of International Relations at Hamad Bin Khalifa University, and former Sudanese Minister of Foreign...

Has Brexit really caused the small boats crisis?
Emmanuel Macron has blamed Brexit for the UK’s migration crisis, as a new deal was announced between Britain and France to tackle small boats crossing the English Channel. For the first time, people who arrive on a small boat will be detained and...

Giant Ethiopian dam promises greater flood control and water management
(Photograph courtesy of Gioia Forster/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images) By Assefa M. Melesse, Ph.D., P.E., BC.EE, BC.WRE, M.ASCE, and Alemayehu Gebriel, Ph.D., P.E., CFM, M.ASCE The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam represents the largest hydropower...