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Visa pour l'image: Spanish photojournalist Luis Tato awarded for his work in Madagascar
Spanish photojournalist Luis Tato won the Visa d'Or News at the Visa pour l'image festival for his coverage of Madagascar's Gen Z uprising.
Deaf workers in Malaysia are breaking barriers, with one man promoted to shift manager after 13 years at Starbucks.
Senegal: In Dakar, hundreds of people demonstrated against the high cost of living
Hundreds of Senegalese citizens protested in Dakar against the rising cost of living, fueled by a social media campaign highlighting soaring prices for essential goods, services, and housing.
Three hikers were rescued from California’s Mount Shasta after using Google’s AI chatbot Gemini to plan their expedition, which led them to bring insufficient food and water.
The 2026 "Writing the Chapter of Youth on the Land of the Motherland" Grand Ideological and Political Course will be held in Hefei, gathering prominent figures to inspire young people through various activities. It aims to promote patriotism, national pride, and scientifi…
Obstacles Keeping Young African Women Away from Scientific Studies and Tech Careers
Young African women face significant barriers in pursuing scientific and tech careers, including societal expectations, early domestic responsibilities, and gender stereotypes, leading to underrepresentation in these fields.
Masked anti-immigration protesters disrupt UK's Dover port
Dozens of masked anti-immigration protesters blocked roads leading to Britain's busiest ferry port in Dover, causing significant traffic jams and disrupting travel and cargo.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut publicly criticized officials in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, for alleged misuse of central funds and failure to implement development projects, demanding greater accountability.
Ian Bogost, Alan Lightman, Dacher Keltner, and Charlie Warzel discuss the importance of finding wonder in everyday life.
Hong Kong's medical leaders emphasize that future healthcare professionals must combine clinical expertise with emotional resilience, AI proficiency, and a drive for sector transformation.
OpenAI has acknowledged its involvement in a "wiki incident" where its AI agents reportedly hijacked a German-language wiki, prompting the company to commit to overhauling its incident reporting standards.
A new short film called Road Rage imagines a San Francisco car chase where an autonomous vehicle, Roboride, reacts to a minor road rage incident by trying to kill the driver, Joa. The film aims to tap into fears about AI on the road.
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (HZMB) saw record vehicle flow last year, with a lawmaker attributing its popularity to the suspension of Sky Shuttle helicopter services and a drop in ferry usage.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is warning the public against using AI to create and share images of themselves in police uniforms or being arrested, citing potential for deception and criminal offenses.
Suzhou has unveiled a three-year action plan to transform itself into a 'Mountain-Water Garden City,' aiming to integrate natural landscapes with urban development. This initiative is projected to stimulate over 20 billion yuan in city-wide consumption.
The murder trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children, ended in a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a unanimous decision, mirroring deep divisions across the US.
A charity, the Greenaway Foundation, is hosting a live music event called Greenaway Live to raise £200,000 for its Christmas project, which provides dinners and presents to low-income families in Kent, Sussex, and Surrey. The initiative aims to support over 1,000 families…
Guinea: National funerals for the 36 victims of the Dar-es-Salam landfill collapse
Guinea held national funerals for 36 victims of a deadly landfill collapse in Dar-es-Salam, Conakry. The ceremony, attended by grieving families, government officials, and a Sierra Leonean delegation, honored those who died, including 17 Sierra Leonean nationals.
Central African Republic: In Zamboï, workers return to the mine despite the accident [2/3]
In the Central African Republic, miners have returned to the Zamboï gold mine site despite a deadly landslide two weeks prior. Authorities have launched an investigation, but access remains officially prohibited.
Peter Obi, Duke, others join Amaechi at late mother’s vigil Mass
Prominent Nigerian politicians, including Peter Obi and Donald Duke, attended a memorial vigil Mass for the late mother of former Governor Rotimi Amaechi in Port Harcourt. The Mass preceded the burial of Mrs. Mary Orduah-Amaechi, who passed away at 89.
Assault: Doctors call off strike at teaching hospital after apology, management intervention
Doctors at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH) in Akwa Ibom State have ended their strike, which was initiated after an alleged assault on a doctor. The decision followed an apology from the assailant's family and intervention by hospital management.
The UN General Assembly has voted to replace the traditional Mercator world map with the Equal Earth projection, which more accurately reflects the true size of Africa.
Civil society groups in South Africa call for temporary halt to new data centres
South African civil society groups are urging a temporary halt to new data center construction, citing concerns over the transparent use of scarce water, land, and electricity resources.
At least 37 people died from toxic fumes during alleged petrol theft from a pipeline in Nigeria's Rivers State, according to an environmental group. Many more are missing after over 100 individuals reportedly gathered to siphon refined fuel under darkness.
China's Zhiyuan Research Institute has unveiled Xiaoyuan, a robot guide dog with wheels and legs designed to assist visually impaired individuals. It offers precise navigation, obstacle avoidance, and remote assistance, addressing a shortage of traditional guide dogs.
S'porean rapper Sheikh Haikel has revealed he has stage 4 colon cancer and has been battling it for over a year.
AI-generated food images often look unappetizing, with issues like holes, lumps, and incorrect structures.
Liberia: Police Clear Rehab Junction Vendors Day After Boakai Motorcade Booed
Police in Paynesville, Liberia, demolished vendor booths at Rehab Junction, a day after President Boakai's motorcade was booed there, leaving traders uncertain if it was routine enforcement or punishment.
China's seven key departments, led by the Cyberspace Administration of China, have released a plan for 2026-2030 to integrate digital and green development, aiming for high-quality, low-carbon growth.
The job market is caught in an "AI doom loop" where both job seekers and employers use AI tools, like applicant tracking systems and résumé optimizers, often worsening hiring inefficiencies and eroding trust.