Emmys 2026: The winners and nominees in full
Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.
US scraps limits on emissions from coal and gas power plants
The Environment Protection Agency says the move will save the country billions of dollars and reduce energy prices.
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.
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after 'Free Palestine' speech
The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.
Immigrants held in small outdoor cages at 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida, investigators find
DHS inspectors say they found the immigration-detention centre violated basic standards for hygiene, medical care, food and safety.
LeBron the star as Angola aims to cash in on E1 racing
Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.
Africa's richest man launches continent's biggest share sale
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.
Mali: The Success Mali Must Move Beyond
[allAfrica] Mali built a cotton sector capable of producing, ginning and exporting at scale. Mossadeck Bally argues that this success must now support a more demanding ambition: retain more fibre, begin with spinning and finance…
Ghana: SCC Inmates Commended for 100 Percent Pass in Bece
[Ghanaian Times] Juvenile inmates at the Senior Correctional Centre (SCC), Accra, have achieved a 100 per cent pass rate in the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), demonstrating the transformative power of education and rehabilitation.
Flash flooding interrupts half-marathon, submerges cars
Parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were hit by flash flooding, leading to water rescues, stranded motorists and half-marathon runners battling the floodwaters.