Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Flooding Along Great Ocean Road

Parts of Victoria’s iconic Great Ocean Road experienced severe flash flooding after intense rainfall in a short period, authorities reported. Emergency warnings were issued for communities near Wye River, Kennett River, and Cumberland River, urging residents to stay indoors and avoid floodwaters. Meteorological reports indicated that more than 170 millimetres…

Burkina Faso Football Federation Parts Ways with Coach Brama Traoré Following AFCON Exit

The Burkina Faso Football Federation (FBF) has announced the dismissal of head coach Brama Traoré and his technical team after the national team’s disappointing performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. In a statement released on Wednesday, the FBF described the team’s showing as falling “far…

Mass Protests Erupt in Sofia Demanding Electoral Reform as Bulgaria Faces Political Deadlock

Thousands of Bulgarians gathered in central Sofia on Wednesday, enduring freezing temperatures to demand fair elections as the country prepares for another national vote. The protest comes in the wake of earlier demonstrations triggered by a proposed 2026 budget, which critics said would exacerbate the cost-of-living crisis. Although the government…

Madagascar Deepens Military Cooperation with Russia Amid Political Transition

Madagascar has moved to deepen its cooperation with Russia as the island nation navigates a political transition following the removal of its previous government. The Malagasy presidency confirmed on Wednesday that Moscow is supplying military equipment to Madagascar and has dispatched a delegation to train the country’s armed forces on…

Ofcom Welcomes New Restrictions on X’s Grok AI as Investigation Continues

UK media regulator Ofcom has welcomed new restrictions imposed on Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot integrated into X, aimed at preventing the generation and manipulation of sexualised images. However, the regulator has confirmed that its formal investigation into the platform remains ongoing. In a statement, Ofcom said it is continuing…

Nairobi County Orders Striking Doctors, Clinical Officers Back to Work as Talks Continue

The Nairobi City County Government (NCCG) says it has made significant progress in addressing the concerns raised by striking doctors and clinical officers as it intensifies efforts to end the industrial action that has disrupted public health services across the capital. In a statement issued on Thursday, County Executive Committee…

Australian Open Draw Sets Up Potential Sinner–Djokovic Semi-Final as Alcaraz Chases Career Grand Slam

Jannik Sinner will begin his Australian Open title defence against France’s Hugo Gaston after Thursday’s draw, setting up a potential blockbuster semi-final clash with 10-time champion Novak Djokovic. The Italian world number one, who defeated Alexander Zverev in straight sets to lift the title last year, is chasing a third…