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Mali fuel running dry after a month of jihadist blockades
In Mali, a month-long blockade by jihadists on fuel imports from neighbouring countries is beginning to seriously disrupt the landlocked Sahelian nation, where long lines form at the few remaining stations with petrol. Since September, the...
Mali’s capital threatened by tightening Islamist blockade as fuel prices soar
Open this photo in gallery:People line up with their motorcycles at a gas station amid a fuel shortage in Bamako, Mali, on Tuesday.The Associated Press Heavily armed soldiers have escorted a fuel convoy into Mali’s capital, Bamako, in the first...
Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger juntas in online bid to disrupt Ivory Coast poll
With less than a fortnight to go before Ivory Coast’s presidential election, three other west African states — all ruled by military juntas — have been waging a disinformation campaign to disrupt the vote. Accounts linked to the juntas in Burkina...
A woman’s ruined piggy bank savings moved South Africans online
A woman’s video showing her attempt to rescue ruined piggy bank savings moved thousands online and became a symbol of perseverance and resilience The viral clip showed how her money was damaged by moisture and rust, sparking empathy and practical...
Mamdani campaign vows to return foreign donations; Mali retaliates against Trump’s $10K visa bonds
In this Media Miss Minute, New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is refunding thousands of dollars in questionable campaign donations. And Mali is hitting back at President Donald Trump’s $10,000 visa bonds for visitors to the U.S. New York...
Walang mali o ilegal! Chiz Escudero explains to Comelec BFF Lawrence Lubiano’s P30-M donation
Photo from Voltaire F. Domingo | Senate Social Media Unit Senator Francis Escudero has formally responded to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) over a show-cause order directing him to explain the ₱30-million campaign donation he received from...
Celtic Connections 2026 unveils packed programme of world and roots music
Glasgow’s world-renowned Celtic Connections festival – one of the brightest highlights of Scotland’s cultural calendar – is set to get 2026 off to a spectacular start with a packed programme of superb entertainment from an incredible line-up of...
GWU launches 5th Sheikha Fatima Women, Peace and Security training
Abu Dhabi: The General Women’s Union (GWU) has launched the fifth training program under the Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Women, Peace and Security Initiative, held under the patronage of HH Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak (Mother of the Nation),...
BGPS Futures Transition Program fundraises with movie tickets
The Reflector Battle Ground Public Schools is selling discounted movie tickets to support the Futures Transition Program, which helps students ages 18 to 21 with disabilities build independence through employment, life skills and community...
Blasting operations set to commence at Barrick’s Loulo-Gounkoto site in Mali
Blasting operations are due to begin at Barrick Mining’s Loulo underground gold mine in Mali this week, following a four-month period during which a court-appointed provisional administration has overseen the site, reported Reuters, citing two...
Louvre Looted: The Greatest Museum Heist of the Century Exposes the Cracks in France’s Crown Jewel
💥 THE DAY FRANCE’S CROWN JEWEL WAS STRIPPED BARE paris — the city of light, love, and legacy — woke up last week to an unthinkable truth: the Louvre, the world’s most guarded museum, had been robbed blind in broad daylight. In just seven minutes,...
Toubani secures funding of $258m for Kobada gold project in Mali
Toubani Resources has announced securing a A$395m package to fully fund the construction of its Kobada gold project in Mali. The package includes a A$242m gold stream agreement with Eagle Eye Asset Holdings (EEA), a major existing shareholder....
The Manhattan Beat: The Best Live Music for Mid-October in NYC
Everynight Charley recommends the following 70+ live music events in the New York City area this week. Contact the venue or the artists’ social media to confirm ticket availability, show times, location and directions, age restrictions, COVID...
The hidden merit of McGill’s Visual Arts Collection
One thing that everyone can agree on about McGill is that the campus is absolutely stunning. With the beautiful Mount Royal as a backdrop to the varying architectural styles on campus, one only has to stop and look to find beauty here. Often...
TV tonight: fitness guru Joe Wicks pulls a ‘killer’ snack bar stunt
Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill 8pm, Channel 4 Love him or loathe him (how could you?!), Joe Wicks has got his first TV series – and, in an unexpected twist, he’s creating a “killer” snack bar for it. Wicks grew up on ultra-processed food and still...
Goals and highlights from Mali 4 vs 1 Madagascar in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers in Europe
Thank You for Joining Us! We sincerely thank you for being part of our thrilling coverage of Mali 4-1 Madagascar. Your support and engagement made this sporting journey truly memorable. See you next time for more World Cup Qualifying action! ⚽ ⏱️...
Prophet Fire Oja goes viral on social media after failed Black Stars prophesy
A 2024 video of Prophet Fire Oja’s prophesy that the Black Stars won’t qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has resurfaced and has gone viral on various social media platforms. In the viral video sighted by GhanaWeb Sports, Prophet Fire Oja, the...
Tottenham oucast stretched off 9 seconds into his return for Mali as he writhes in pain
Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma's nightmare season has gotten worse as he is instantly injured after making his return for Mali. The midfielder has yet to make an appearance for Tottenham so far this campaign under manager Thomas Tuchel after...
French Police Arrest Louvre Heist Suspects
Suspects have been arrested in the Louvre museum heist, French officials confirmed yesterday, just one week after two men broke into the Parisian museum and stole priceless French Crown Jewels. Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau said in a statement,...
How to watch Rinderknech vs Vacherot: live stream Shanghai Masters final 2025 online, start time, what TV channel?
Watch Shanghai Masters 2025 live streams, as Arthur Rinderknech takes on Valentin Vacherot in a blockbuster cousin vs cousin final on Sunday, October 12. They're due on Stadium Court not before 4.30pm BST / 11.45am ET. If you put money on...