Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 13:57
The sport of Quidditch – inspired by the fictional game in the Harry Potter books – is growing in popularity in Uganda, where there is now a national tournament and more than 200 players. Organisers hope that Ugandan players of the land-based version of the magical game, officially known as...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:51
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has pulled thousands of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents from its website after victims raised serious concerns that their identities had been exposed. Lawyers for Epstein’s survivors said that errors in the redactions of the files released last Friday had “...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:48
Ahmed Muharram is among several suspects arrested in a major crackdown on marijuana trafficking.
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:37
Pope Leo on Wednesday called on the United States and Russia to extend the New START nuclear arms control treaty, warning that its expiration could trigger a dangerous escalation in global nuclear tensions. Speaking during his weekly general audience at the Vatican, the pontiff appealed directly to...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:28
The U.S. military shot down an Iranian drone on Tuesday that approached the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, citing aggressive behavior. The Shahed-139 drone, whose intent was unclear, was intercepted by an F-35C fighter jet from the carrier in self-defense, according to Navy...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:18
Saïf al-Islam Kadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader Moamer Kadhafi, was long seen as the man who might one day take over from his father. His killing at his home in northwestern Libya closes a story marked by early reformist ambition, a violent turning point in 2011 and years spent on the...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:10
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran resigned on Tuesday as chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers (CEA), honoring a pledge to the Senate after his temporary assignment to the Fed became longer-term. Miran had been on unpaid leave from the CEA since President Donald Trump appointed...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 12:07
Portugal’s presidential runoff appears headed for a decisive outcome, with a new opinion poll showing moderate Socialist candidate António José Seguro holding a commanding lead over far right challenger André Ventura ahead of Sunday’s vote. The survey, released late Tuesday by broadcaster RTP...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:58
Lusaka, February 4, 2026—The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Namibian authorities to respect and safeguard reporters, following Jemima Beukes expulsion from the president’s official residence and online threats against Tracy Tafirenyika after a minister made xenophobic comments about her...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:57
China has issued a sharp warning to Panama after a Hong Kong-based conglomerate launched international arbitration proceedings over the cancellation of a major port contract tied to the Panama Canal, escalating tensions around one of the world’s most strategic trade routes. CK Hutchison confirmed...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:52
The Philippine House justice committee has rejected two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, saying the accusations lacked factual and legal basis, a move that sharply reduces the chances of removal proceedings advancing in Congress. The decision, announced Wednesday...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:51
In a press release made available to Africa Digital News, New York, and posted Sunday night on his verified and official Facebook account, Professor MarkAnthony Nze announced the launch of a public petition and formal congressional engagement seeking review of U.S. visa practices affecting academic...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:49
Despite mining being essential for the survival of the global economy, the mining industry’s critical minerals pipeline remains thin and its greenfield exploration budgets flat. Pressure on mines to operate in a lower-margin environment remains, with industry conditions suggesting the likelihood of...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:40
Taiwan President Lai Ching te warned on Wednesday that prolonged delays in approving a proposed forty billion dollar defense spending package could undermine international confidence in the island’s resolve to defend itself, as opposition lawmakers continue to block the plan in parliament. The...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:38
African leaders at the World Governments Summit in Dubai will take part on Wednesday in a panel discussion on a key issue for African youth: Can the next 10 years be the continent's decade?
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:36
Heavy rains have brought significant flooding to northern Morocco, causing 50,000 people to be evacuated from their homes, the interior ministry said Wednesday. The Moroccan army has been deployed to support relief efforts.
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:30
The U.S. has deployed a small team of troops to Nigeria, marking the first public acknowledgment of American forces on the ground since airstrikes were carried out in the country on Christmas Day, officials said on Tuesday. General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, head of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM),...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:26
Libyan prosecutors said on Wednesday they will investigate the death of Seif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of the country's longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi, who was shot dead in his home in the city of Zintan on Tuesday. Seif al-Islam's lawyer said he had been killed by a "four-man commando" group who...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 11:19
Pakistani security forces used drones and helicopters to regain control of a town in the southwestern province of Balochistan after a three day battle with separatist militants, police said on Wednesday, as the death toll from a weekend surge in violence climbed to fifty eight. The fighting...
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Wednesday, February 4, 2026 - 10:55
Lawmakers in Lagos have ordered an immediate stop to ongoing demolitions in the Makoko waterfront community following resident protests and petitions.
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