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Zambia Former President Edgar Lungu Burial Case Ends After Court Ruling

Family wins legal fight over burial location More than a year after former Zambian President Edgar Lungu died, his family has won a legal battle over where he will be…

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Rare “Ballista” Spider Discovered in Northern Australia Uses Spring Trap to Hunt Ants

Unique spider found in remote rainforest Scientists in northern Australia have identified a new spider species that uses a spring like silk trap to hunt prey. The discovery was made…

Ethiopia Election Results: Abiy Ahmed Secures Landslide Victory Amid Rising Security Concerns Election outcome and political dominance Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party has secured a sweeping victory in the general election, winning 438 of the 501 contested seats. This result ensures another term for Abiy and confirms his strong control over parliament. The government is expected to continue under his leadership when he is sworn in for a new term in October. Supporters of Abiy say the outcome reflects stability and progress. They point to economic reforms and development efforts as signs of positive change in the country. Low participation and disputed legitimacy The election took place in a tense environment. Several opposition groups did not take part, and many questioned the fairness of the process. Security problems also disrupted voting in parts of the country. On election day, 143 polling stations did not open in the two most populated regions due to clashes involving armed groups. This raised further doubts about how inclusive the vote could be. Armed conflict and regional instability Security remains one of Ethiopia’s biggest challenges. Armed groups such as the Fano militia in Amhara and the Oromo Liberation Army in Oromia rejected the election results. Both groups are pushing for greater autonomy and continue to clash with government forces. In Tigray, the situation is still fragile after a two year civil war that ended in 2022. The region, which includes around six million people, was fully excluded from the election. This exclusion increased fears that tensions could escalate again. Tensions with Eritrea and regional risks Relations between Ethiopia and Eritrea have also worsened. During the Tigray conflict, the two countries were aligned against Tigrayan forces. Since then, relations have broken down sharply. Ethiopia has repeatedly raised the issue of access to a Red Sea port, which it lost after Eritrea became independent in 1993. Eritrea, in turn, accuses Ethiopia of expansionist ambitions. Analysts warn that shifting alliances between Eritrea, Tigrayan leaders, and Ethiopian authorities could increase the risk of renewed regional conflict. Wider regional instability Ethiopia is also facing external pressure linked to the ongoing war in Sudan. Reports have suggested possible Ethiopian support for one of Sudan’s armed factions, although the government denies this. The situation adds another layer of uncertainty in an already volatile region.
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Ethiopia Election Results: Abiy Ahmed Secures Landslide Victory Amid Rising Security Concerns

Election outcome and political dominance Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party has secured a sweeping victory in the general election, winning 438 of the 501 contested seats. This result…

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14 Year Old Charged with Murder After Battersea Stabbing Incident

A 17 year old boy, Jamal Coombes, died after a stabbing in Battersea, south west London. Emergency services reached Glycena Road at around 04:20 in the early hours of Saturday.…

Nursery Safe Sleep Inspections Expanded After Safety Concerns in England Government increases unannounced nursery checks England will see a major rise in unannounced nursery inspections from September, with about 3,000 additional visits each year. The Department for Education says this move aims to strengthen child safety in early years settings. Inspectors will now include safe sleep practices as a core part of every review. This means they will look closely at how young children are placed to rest, how they are monitored, and whether staff follow safe routines throughout nap time. Officials say the change is designed to give parents stronger confidence that safeguarding standards are being met across nurseries. Safe sleep rules now part of inspection ratings Ofsted will now assess sleep practices during all nursery inspections. These checks will look at whether children are put down safely, supervised properly, and regularly checked while resting. If inspectors find poor practice, it will affect the nursery’s overall rating. Regulators say this will push providers to follow safer routines and improve daily care standards. Case of child death raises concerns The changes follow serious concerns raised after the death of a toddler at a nursery in the West Midlands in 2022. A 14 month old boy, Noah, died after being tightly wrapped in bedding and left face down during rest time. CCTV shown in court revealed distressing moments where he struggled while left unsupervised. Staff failed to physically check on him for around two hours. He was later found unresponsive and died in hospital. A nursery worker was later jailed for manslaughter. The nursery received a large corporate fine, and its owner was given a suspended sentence for a health and safety offence. Family response and wider concerns The child’s mother said the nursery treated children without proper care or attention. She described the environment as one where children were not handled with basic dignity or supervision. Court evidence also suggested other children were treated in a similar way during rest periods, raising wider concerns about safety standards in early years care. Stronger oversight aimed at prevention The government says the expanded inspections are meant to prevent similar failures in future. More frequent unannounced visits are expected to identify risks earlier and improve accountability in nurseries. Officials believe stronger oversight of sleep routines will help reduce preventable harm and improve trust in childcare services.
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Nursery Safe Sleep Inspections Expanded After Safety Concerns in England

Government increases unannounced nursery checks England will see a major rise in unannounced nursery inspections from September, with about 3,000 additional visits each year. The Department for Education says this…

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Two men admit role in £39m Transport for London cyber attack

Court hearing at Woolwich Crown Court Two young men have admitted their involvement in a major cyber attack that disrupted Transport for London systems and caused around £39 million in…

Train Manager Praised After Deadly East Midlands Railway Crash Near Bedford Emergency response at the crash scene A train manager has been praised for his quick thinking and bravery after a serious collision involving two East Midlands Railway services near Bedford. The crash happened on Friday at around 17:15 BST. One driver, Shaun Burton, died in the collision. Around 100 passengers were injured. Passengers said the train manager was hurt but still focused on safety. He used the radio to alert control rooms and helped coordinate an emergency response while checking on passengers. Heroic actions prevented further risk Representatives from the RMT Union said the train manager acted fast to prevent a second incident. He saw that one train had derailed and could block another line. He warned control staff immediately. He also placed circuit clips on the track system. This action forced signals to turn red and stopped other trains from entering the area. He then contacted the signaller to shut down movement on the line. Union officials said these actions may have stopped another train from hitting the damaged carriages. Witness accounts from passengers Passenger Mareks Grabovskis described the moment of impact. He said he had been in the last carriage after changing seats at the final moment. He said the crash threw him forward and he briefly lost consciousness. When he woke up, he saw injured passengers and panic inside the carriage. He also praised the train manager for staying calm and helping others even while injured himself. Tributes to driver Shaun Burton The driver who died, Shaun Burton, has been described as a respected member of staff. Local officials, including Blake Stephenson, shared condolences and highlighted the impact on his family and community. Sarah Conboy, leader of Huntingdonshire District Council, said Burton had served as a councillor between 2018 and 2022 and was well respected locally. Major rail disruption and repair work Recovery work is ongoing across the crash site. Officials say the damage is severe. A 600 metre section of track needs full replacement. Overhead electric lines also require removal and rebuilding. Heavy cranes are being used to lift damaged train carriages. Rail teams expect disruption between London and Bedford to continue for at least a week. Officials say access to the site is difficult, which is slowing recovery work. Medical response and passenger care A doctor who was travelling on one of the trains suffered fractures but still helped treat injured passengers at the scene. Emergency services later took the doctor to hospital. Passengers arriving at stations said staff have been providing support and updates as services slowly return.
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Train Manager Praised After Deadly East Midlands Railway Crash Near Bedford

Emergency response at the crash scene A train manager has been praised for his quick thinking and bravery after a serious collision involving two East Midlands Railway services near Bedford.…

Can Hervé Renard rescue Tunisia’s World Cup hopes? Tunisia have turned to experienced French coach Hervé Renard in a bid to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign alive after a heavy opening defeat. The North African side suffered a 5 to 1 loss to Sweden in their first match. That result pushed the Tunisian football federation to act quickly, ending Sabri Lamouchi’s short spell in charge. The decision made Tunisia the first team in this tournament cycle to change head coach after just one game. Despite the setback, Tunisia are still in the race to qualify from Group F. The expanded 48 team World Cup format keeps their hopes alive, but the margin for error is now very small. Renard will need immediate impact when he takes charge against Japan on Sunday at 04:00 BST. Why Tunisia chose Hervé Renard Renard brings strong World Cup experience. He has managed at the tournament with both Morocco in 2018 and Saudi Arabia in 2022. His Saudi team produced one of the biggest shocks of that World Cup by beating Argentina in the group stage, even after conceding first to Lionel Messi’s side. That record is a major reason Tunisia turned to him at this critical moment. The federation sees him as a coach who can quickly stabilise a struggling squad and restore confidence. Renard said he accepted the role without hesitation after being approached. He described the job as difficult but motivating, showing belief in the challenge ahead. High pressure start against Japan Renard does not have much time to prepare. His first match in charge comes almost immediately, and it carries serious weight for Tunisia’s qualification hopes. A positive result against Japan could revive their campaign. Another defeat would leave them in a very difficult position in Group F. Renard’s reputation and challenges Renard is known for his calm but intense touchline presence and his trademark white shirts. He has built a reputation for getting strong performances from underdog teams on the world stage. However, turning Tunisia around mid tournament is a different kind of test. He must fix defensive issues, rebuild team confidence, and improve results in a short period.
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Can Hervé Renard rescue Tunisia’s World Cup hopes?

Tunisia have turned to experienced French coach Hervé Renard in a bid to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign alive after a heavy opening defeat. The North African side…

12 year old boy takes sick chicken to hospital Ethiopia
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Boy, 12, brings sick chicken to hospital in Ethiopia, wins attention online

A child’s concern for his chicken In rural Ethiopia, a 12 year old boy named Markos Abaye showed deep care for animals. When his pet chicken became seriously ill, he…

Ebola patient found safe DR Congo
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Six year old Ebola patient found safe after hospital abduction in DR Congo

Incident at Butembo hospital A six year old girl receiving treatment for Ebola virus disease was taken from a hospital in Butembo in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Armed…

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