Egyptian TV presenter Sarah Khalifa sentenced to death over drug manufacturing and trafficking charges, alongside 11 co-defendants in a major criminal case.

France has rejected Niger’s accusations of inciting a recent mutiny at a military airbase, labelling the claims as “pure fantasy.” The dismissal followed Niger’s broader allegations against unspecified neighbouring countries, while the government admitted civilian casualties during the unrest. Benin’s government denied any involvement.

A boy was killed and his father injured after a train collided with their car at a level crossing in Kiltybo, County Mayo, on Wednesday evening.

Updates are ongoing for the Group A match in Dubai, with live text commentary available for viewers following the event closely. The latest developments are being reported as they unfold, providing real-time insights into the match.

Gloria Steinem’s legacy of women’s rights and equality continues to inspire current efforts to combat violence against women, as highlighted in a recent campaign.

The United Nations has approved a resolution to adopt a new world map reflecting accurate country sizes, specifically addressing colonial distortions. Supported by 164 votes and backed by African states and the Bahamas, the resolution promotes the Equal Earth projection over the Mercator map, which has historically minimised Africa’s true dimensions.