World
Everything that changes about life in Switzerland in June 2026
From a major referendum to a new night train between Switzerland and three European cities, these are the changes you can expect in June 2026.
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World
Summer weather set to hit Switzerland over long weekend
After more than a week of rainy and cool weather, Switzerland's residents can look forward to sun and high temperatures at last.
Science & Tech
Wind-assisted cargo ships could more than halve shipping emissions
If wind-assisted cargo ships chose routes based entirely on where the winds are better, their fuel use could be cut in half or even completely eliminated
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu review – helmeted hero tangles with hateful Hutts in decent feature outing
The badass bounty hunter and his little green friend take on the Empire and Jabba the Hutt’s family in this solid enough addition to the ever-expanding universeHere is a non-canonical,…
Health & Fitness
Withings Body Scan smart scale review: Premium health insights, premium price
The Withings Body Scan is not your everyday smart scale. Sure, it tracks your weight and body composition, but it also measures ECG, assesses the flexibility of your arteries and…
World
Australia suspends new private college courses for international students
The Australian government has suspended new applications from private colleges and training providers seeking to offer courses to international students, as authorities step up efforts to tighten oversight of the…
News
Fortnite is back on the App Store worldwide, says Epic Games
Epic Games has said that Fortnite is now back on the App Store worldwide, although there is one notable exception. The company has again criticized what it calls “junk fees”…
Ebola
As WHO sounds alarm over Ebola in DRC, what can be learned from previous outbreaks?
Conflict, mistrust and delayed detection could complicate response to emergency caused by Bundibugyo variantTo be around the centre of an Ebola outbreak is to become used to the smell of…
Politics
The Middle Corridor’s Energy Dimension: A New Phase in Turkiye-Kazakhstan Ties
Kazakh oil and its connection to the Middle Corridor are placing the Turkiye-Kazakhstan relationship in a more critical position within Eurasian energy geopolitics.
Africa
Togo Removes Visa Requirement for African Nationals
[Premium Times] Mr Batossie linked the new directive, which took effect on Sunday, to Togo's commitment to regional integration and Pan-African cooperation.
Aid and Assistance
Zimbabwe’s Medical Aid Overhaul Risks Creating a Regulator Without Control Over Costs
[263Chat] Zimbabwe's move to expand the Insurance and Pensions Commission's (IPEC) authority over medical aid societies is being framed as a major win for consumer protection. But beneath the reform…
Gambia
Should There Be Caricature and Name Calling in Political Platforms?
[Foroyaa] This question was posed to Halifa Sallah and he answered as follows:
Economy, Business and Finance
Ecowas Parliament Endorses Eliminating Roaming Charges
[Foroyaa] The ECOWAS Parliament has adopted a resolution seeking to eliminate roaming charges. The regional bloc also adopted a resolution for the adoption of the draft Supplementary Act relating to…
Economy, Business and Finance
President Adama Barrow Launches New Road Project in Urr
[Foroyaa] President Adama Barrow launched a new series of road construction projects Saturday in Tinkinjo, Basse, pledging to connect the rural communities of Jimara, Kantora, and Tumana as part of…
Gambia
Team Kaba Endorses Musa Jammeh for Gff Presidency Ahead of 2026 Congress
[Foroyaa] Team Kaba has endorsed Colonel Musa M Balla Jammeh, also known as Falcon, as its candidate for the August 2026 elective congress of the Gambia Football Federation.
Economy, Business and Finance
GRA Trains Staff On Transfer Pricing Compliance
[Foroyaa] The Gambia Revenue Authority on Monday launched a technical training programme aimed at strengthening staff capacity and operational readiness in handling transfer pricing matters.
News
Apple announces return of popular MagSafe iPhone stand and grip
Apple today unveiled a suite of new accessibility features coming with iOS 27, visionOS 27, and more later this year. As part of that announcement, Apple also said a popular…
World
Masked Men Raid Central Moscow Office Building Housing Pro-Kremlin Tabloid
Surveillance footage shared by Moskovsky Komsomolets showed at least four men in masks forcing their way into the lobby of the building.
Politics
The Real Key Moment for Taiwan Comes After the Trump-Xi Summit
Trump’s summit with Xi deferred the real Taiwan test: whether U.S. arms sales to Taipei will preserve credible support under strategic ambiguity, and how far Beijing will go to enforce…
Gambia
Bcc Budget Deadlock Drags Into Fifth Month As Mayor Sends Matter to Government
[Foroyaa] The budget of the Banjul City Council remains unresolved nearly five months into 2026 after disagreements among councillors. Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe decided to refer the matter to the…
Economy
Canada’s annual inflation rate rose to 2.8% in April, thanks to soaring energy prices
Cost of gasoline was 28.6 per cent higher in April year-over-year, helping boost overall inflation, while the pace of inflation slowed for other costs like rent and food. Economists noted…
Football
Manchester City crowned champions as WSL season wraps up – Women’s Football Weekly
Faye Carruthers is joined by Suzy Wrack, Sophie Downey and Marva Kreel to review the 2025-26 WSL seasonOn today’s pod: as the WSL season comes to an end, the panel…
News
Apple announces AI-powered accessibility features and eye-controlled wheelchair functionality
Apple has today announced that it’s using AI to boost the power of a number of accessibility features. These include VoiceOver, Magnifier, Voice Control and Accessibility Reader. Additionally, power wheelchair…
Economy, Business and Finance
Former Speaker Henry Chimunthu Banda Injured in Night Road Crash Near Dedza
[Nyasa Times] Former Speaker of Parliament Henry Chimunthu Banda was involved in a road accident last night near Dedza, raising fresh concerns over road safety along Malawi's major highways.
Environment
Pacific Towers Transforming Business Environment for SMEs in Limbe
[Nyasa Times] Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operating at Pacific Towers in Limbe say the modern business complex has significantly improved their trading conditions, boosted customer access and created a…
Liveblog
West Ham latest: Bowen ‘hurting’ but vows to get club back to Premier League
المصدر: Sky Sports — Football
Economy, Business and Finance
Luthando Holdings Rejects Allegations Amid Procurement Fallout, Citing Ongoing Court Battles Over Yamaha Dealership Dispute
[Nyasa Times] Luthando Holdings Managing Director Hendrix Laher has raised concern over what he describes as a coordinated attempt to undermine the company's credibility, after Karonga Diocese reportedly withdrew a…
Corruption
Judiciary and Financial Intelligence Unit Silent As Corruption Allegations Against Judge Ken Manda Deepen
[Nyasa Times] Questions are mounting over the apparent silence from both the Judiciary and the Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) as serious corruption-related allegations surrounding High Court Judge Kenan Manda continue…
Science & Tech
Formula 1 racing shows the hard part of reaching net-zero carbon emissions isn’t the engineering
المصدر: The Conversation (US)
Emma Raducanu
Raducanu loses at Strasbourg Open in first match since Richardson reunion
France’s Diane Parry wins 6-4, 7-6 (4) in first roundRaducanu competes for first time since Indian WellsEmma Raducanu’s return to competition for the first time in more than two months…
Science & Tech
New SNAP rules requiring that benefits be used at stores selling healthier food could backfire
المصدر: The Conversation (US)
Science & Tech
How a shifting Nile landscape shaped the rise of the ancient empire of Kush in Sudan
المصدر: The Conversation (US)
Africa
Togo Grants Visa-Free Entry to African Nationals for 30-Day Stays
[Leadership] The government of Togo has announced the removal of visa requirements for citizens of all African countries visiting the country for short stays of up to 30 days.
World
Darmanin ‘Reassured’ Over Fate of Detained French Journalist After Algiers Visit
[RFI] French justice minister Gérald Darmanin has said he is "very reassured" by0 the treatment of detained French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes in Algeria, expressing confidence that Algerian president Abdelmadjid…