Tunisian fencer Ferjani takes silver at Paris 2024
Tunisia’s Fares Ferjani missed out on becoming Africa’s first gold medallist at the Paris 2024 Olympics after defeat in the final of the men’s individual…
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The huge challenges in creating fusion power plant
The project to build a nuclear fusion reactor in Nottinghamshire has been described as the “UK’s Nasa moment”. But beyond the optimism of an event showcasing…
Namibia turns the visa tables on Western nations
Namibian Michelle Nehoya has spent nearly $500 (£390) on the application process for a visa to visit Canada – but almost two years later it…
Morocco’s Slaoui riding to Olympic eventing history
Noor Slaoui loves horses. In fact, she also loves mules, donkeys and “anything equine-related”. So it is little wonder the Moroccan rider is about to…
The African Tour de France cyclist racking up historic wins
To his fans, he’s the “African king” – an international star and the first black African to win a Tour de France stage. Biniam Girmay…
EU hits Chinese electric cars with new tariffs
The European Union has raised tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, as Brussels takes action to protect the bloc’s motor industry. The new tariffs on individual…
Voters go to the polls in UK general election
Polling stations, set up in buildings such as local schools and community halls, are opened at 07:00 and close at 22:00 BST.Around 46 million voters…
Tensions rise as UK refuses asylum seeker returns from Ireland
The UK government is unlikely to take back asylum seekers who have crossed into Ireland until EU-wide asylum rules are changed, a minister has said.…
Portugal’s debate over colonial and slavery reparations resurfaces
By Alison Roberts The Portuguese government has said it has no plans to pay reparations for the country’s role in transatlantic slavery and colonialism. The…
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will not resign after allegations against wife
By Laura Gozzi Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has said he will stay on as Spain’s leader, following five days of speculation over his future.…