Russia began evacuating thousands more people from its border regions on Thursday (August 15) after Ukraine said it was advancing deeper into the country in a lightning incursion aimed at forcing Moscow to slow its...
What is mpox and how is it spread? | BBC News
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreak in parts of Africa a public health emergency of international concern. The highly contagious disease – formerly known as monkeypox – has...
Ukraine’s incursion in Kursk region: What is Kyiv’s goal? • FRANCE 24 English
Russia began evacuating thousands more people from its border regions on Thursday (August 15) after Ukraine said it was advancing deeper into the country in a lightning incursion. FRANCE 24’s Rob Parsons gives us...
Hurricane Ernesto slams into Caribbean
Hurricane Ernesto is sweeping across Puerto Rico, causing damage and flooding. The British Virgin Islands have also experienced the power of the weather system, which is now heading in the direction of Bermuda...
Mpox ‘major concern for Africa’ as WHO declares global health emergency
The World Health Organisation has declared mpox a global health emergency as cases in Africa rise, with officials saying it is a "major concern" for the continent. Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General of the...
Australian opposition leader criticised for objection to Gaza refugees
In a heated parliamentary debate on August 15, the leader of Australia’s main opposition party, Peter Dutton, was criticised after he stated in an interview that Australia should refuse to accept any refugees from Gaza...
‘Zero tolerance’ for Senegal tax dodgers • FRANCE 24 English
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has introduced sweeping tax reforms to boost state revenue and finance social programs. Many sectors, including big tech and the media, are facing higher taxes while various...