For many foreigners in France, applying for a residence visa can be a long and hard-fought battle. For several years now, local prefectures have been taking appointments electronically and applicants are required to...
Picnics, cycling, smoking? When and where to wear a face mask in Paris under new rules
The wearing of face masks is now compulsory in all public spaces in Paris following a spike in Covid-19 numbers across France and particularly in the capital. But what exactly are the regulations and where, when and who...
President Ramaphosa calls for calm amid tensions over alleged police killing
South African President Cyril Ramaposa calls for calm after tensions between police and protesters in Soweto. The clashes come after the alleged police killing of a 16 year old boy. Tanzania bans three more Kenyan...
More US sports events postponed in protest at Jacob Blake shooting – BBC News
A host of US sports games were postponed for a second straight day in protest at the shooting of Jacob Blake. Blake, a black man, was shot seven times in the back by police on Sunday in Kenosha, Wisconsin near Milwaukee...
British government encourages workers to return to offices – BBC News
‘Go back to your workplaces if you can,’ is the message of a British Government media campaign being launched in England. With many schools reopening for all pupils next week after lockdown, ministers want...
Coronavirus babies
COVID-19 lockdowns have affected many people, including pregnant women and new mums. Now, doctors in the UK are conducting a survey to understand the impact of the lockdowns on them and their babies. Has the experience...
Pakistan Flood | Severe rainfall wreaks havoc in Karachi, dozens killed
At least 30 reportedly killed in Karachi over the past three days as heavy rains and severe flooding wreaked havoc in Pakistan. According to the meteorologists, it is the first time in almost 90 years August has seen...