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The African Space Agency (AfSA) has officially opened its doors in Cairo, Egypt, marking a pivotal moment for the continent and its aspirations. Established under the auspices of the African Union (AU), this agency is not merely a new bureaucratic entity; it embodies a collective vision. A vision directed toward addressing pressing issues such as climate change while striving to keep pace with advancements in space technology and Earth observation. As we stand on the precipice of space exploration, it’s worth noting that…

In a significant legal decision, two former friends have been convicted for their roles in the deliberate destruction of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree in Britain. Their actions have been characterized as “deliberate and mindless criminal damage.” Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers embarked on a reckless midnight journey of over 50 kilometers through a storm from their homes in Cumbria to the famed Northumberland site. There, one of them felled the beloved sycamore with a chainsaw while the other recorded the act. During the…

In the bustling economic landscape of Angola, Sonangol, the nation's state-owned oil company, is entering a pivotal phase. They're deep in negotiations with both Chinese and European banks, aiming to bridge a $4.8 billion gap crucial for the Lobito refinery project. This initiative is not just a financial maneuver; it's a transformative leap towards energy independence. Imagine a refinery equipped to process a staggering 200,000 barrels of crude each day, reshaping Angola’s energy sector. According to Reuters, this…

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has affirmed the alliance's unwavering commitment to the territorial integrity of Bosnia, urging political leaders to engage in constructive dialogue to alleviate tensions that have intensified following the imprisonment of the president of the Bosnian Serb region. “This is not 1992, and we will not allow a security vacuum to emerge,” Mr. Rutte stated, alluding to the year that marked the onset of Bosnia’s devastating inter-ethnic war. “We will not allow hard-won peace to be jeopardized,”…

In the high-octane world of Premier League football, nothing quite gets the adrenaline pumping like a clash between Arsenal and Tottenham. In a pulsating North London derby on Wednesday, Arsenal clawed back ground on league leaders Liverpool, trimming their advantage to just four points with a 2-1 victory—and what a match it was! The scene was set at the Emirates Stadium. Pressure was mounting on Mikel Arteta and his squad, who were itching to shake off the ghosts of recent home losses. But in a game that epitomizes the…