The World Health Organization (WHO) has temporarily suspended operations at its global emergency logistics hub in Dubai due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced Thursday. The conflict began Saturday with airstrikes by United States and Israel targeting Iran. Speaking at a press conference,…
Somalia’s parliament of Somalia has voted to amend the constitution, extending the term of office for both lawmakers and the president, effectively delaying national elections by one year. According to theparliament’s speaker, 222 out of 329 members of the combined parliament and senate approved the change by acclamation. The move…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has postponed the Kisumu County party delegates’ elections that were originally scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026. In a letter to the Chairperson of the ODM National Elections Coordination Committee, party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga cited intelligence reports indicating a highly polarized political environment as…
The Ministry of Health has announced a temporary disruption in the supply of the rotavirus vaccine, a critical component of the country’s routine immunisation programme for infants. The rotavirus vaccine, administered orally, protects young children from severe diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration caused by the virus. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale…
A group of 43 Ugandan students have safely returned home after being repatriated by the Ugandan government following weekend airstrikes conducted by United States and Israel against Iran. The evacuation was coordinated by Uganda’s ambassador in Tehran, who organised transport by bus to the Turkish border and onward to Istanbul,…
A four-storey building collapsed early Thursday morning in the Jardim Vitoria neighbourhood, leaving multiple residents trapped and several injured. According to the Minas Gerais Fire Department, approximately 29 people were inside at the time, including residents and staff of a small beauty clinic located in the building. Emergency crews quickly…
Just 12 days before kickoff, the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations has been postponed, leaving teams, players, and fans in uncertainty. Originally scheduled to take place in Morocco from 17 March to 3 April, the tournament will now be held from 25 July to 16 August, during the European summer,…
More than 20,000 dogs have gathered at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham for the annual Crufts, the United Kingdom’s largest and most prestigious dog show. The four-day event features judging, breed competitions, and training demonstrations, attracting handlers, breeders, and dog enthusiasts from around the world. Organised by The Kennel…
Iran has denied seeking negotiations with the United States to end the expanding regional conflict, contradicting claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump that Tehran was interested in dialogue. Speaking from the Iranian Embassy in Cairo, Iran’s ambassador to Egypt Mojtaba Ferdousi Pour said a lack of trust in Washington…
Israeli security authorities have issued a public warning about attempts by Iranian intelligence agencies to recruit Israeli citizens through online platforms, raising concerns over cyber espionage and national security. In a joint statement released Thursday, the Shin Bet Israel’s domestic intelligence service and the Israel Police cautioned citizens against engaging…