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Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds

The body of veteran broadcaster Owen Ndlovu was found hours after armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IMz6ouX

Legendary Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs dies aged 84

Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria's most recognised actors, whose career spanned several decades. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OPYEITp

Tall athletes can't stretch their legs in container beds at Asian Games, official says

South Korea's delegation slams the wooden containers housing its athletes at the Asian Games in Nagoya city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O3w9QIj

Legendary costume designer Bob Mackie dies aged 87

The "Sultan of Sequins" created iconic and dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dga4qFQ

Nato jets down drone that entered Lithuanian airspace

The origin of the drone is currently unknown, but authorities say it likely entered Lithuania from neighbouring Belarus, an ally of Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YzukRj6

Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists

Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UD0YNza

Questions mount over what an AI 'slowdown' would look like

While pacing AI development might sound like a quick fix, it is far from an easy solution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EHhNdeU

Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack launched from Iraq

Iraq removes a military commander and opens investigations into the attack that came from an area bordering Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ic1MLG2

Anthropic boss Dario Amodei calls for AI development to slow down

The call comes amid growing concerns that AI models may become able to inflict serious damage worldwide. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vGhlArL

'Never, ever forget' - America marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks

In New York, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania, solemn ceremonies commemorate the landmark anniversary. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JBT31gZ

'It's like a dog set loose on us' - fear over Kenya's crackdown on foreign traders

The authorities have struggled to contain the fallout, as frightened migrants flee the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QRreGK7

Trump shadow looms large over Brics as Modi hosts Putin and Xi in Delhi

As Brics leaders meet in Delhi, divisions within the bloc make a united response to Washington unlikely. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xYF5Z6S

Six Nigerians accused of romance scams to be extradited to the US

The six will face wire fraud and money-laundry charges in the US, South African police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pcDL5dE

American football is coming to Australia - can it succeed?

The LA Rams will face the San Francisco 49ers in the first regular season American football game to be played Down Under. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OKT1Fwv

Meta continues to run ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India - report

The report follows a BBC Eye investigation that found Instagram running paid ads promoting such material in India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nGBF9NJ

'Constantly on my mind' - 9/11 agony endures for bereaved, 25 years on

As the 25th anniversary approaches, the wait for the alleged mastermind of the attack to be put on trial goes on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8UaZSKN

Nepal cracks down on online abuse of flood survivors

Authorities will "show no leniency" to people who "belittle" those who are suffering, the prime minister says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0io7BRX

Pupils return to West Bank school behind barbed wire to protect against settlers

Six people, including three pupils at the Palestinian school, have been killed in al-Mughayyir this year, in a surge of Israeli settler-related violence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KyufY3Q

Tanzanian President Samia's husband dies in hospital

Hafidh Ameir Hassan kept a low profile and was rarely seen in public with the president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N8iRYpA

Germany's far-right AfD says 'democracy demands' parties work with them after state election win

The far-right party is trying to form a government in the state after falling three seats short of a majority. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9DJjBu2