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New Zealand was on Wednesday rocked by a powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale, causing widespread concern and rattling the region. The seismic event struck with great force, sending shockwaves through the affected areas, and leaving residents visibly shaken. The quake, which occurred at around 0914 local time ( 2114 GMT) was accompanied by intense shaking and trembling, ...

In a disconcerting turn of events, the city of Lviv in Ukraine has become the target of drone attacks, resulting in audible explosions. These incidents have raised concerns and prompted investigations into the motives behind these unsettling occurrences. The precise nature of these attacks, including the targets and extent of damage, is currently under investigation. Meanwhile authorities are working diligently ...

The Government of the Republic of Congo Brazzaville has denied allegations that a coup is unfolding in the Central African country. The government spokesperson, Theirry Moungalla, who denied these allegations on his official Twitter (X) handle on Sunday, September 17, 2023, said that what is being alleged on social media is fake. “Fanciful information suggests events that are underway in ...

The U.N.’s top court heard dueling cases from Russia and Ukraine regarding ongoing hostilities between the two countries. In hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Ukraine asked the panel to order Russia to halt military operations. Kyiv accused Moscow of improperly claiming it sought to prevent genocide in eastern Ukraine. However, Russia maintained the ICJ ...

South Africa comes together today on Saturday to bid farewell to the highly revered Zulu leader, Buthelezi, in a deeply emotional funeral service. The funeral will be held at a stadium in Ulundi the ancient capital of the Zulu kingdom. Buthelezi, who played a pivotal role in the country’s political landscape, was adored and admired by both friends and adversaries ...