- 4d ago
Bangladesh President Shahabuddin resigns under pressure, weeks after Hasina announces return to face death sentence
President Mohammed Shahabuddin, a close ally of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina, stepped down Friday citing illness, weeks after Hasina announced she would return to Bangladesh to face a death sentence for crimes against humanity.
- Jul 12
Senegal sacks manager Pape Thiaw after last-32 World Cup exit
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) dismissed the 45-year-old coach and his entire technical staff on Saturday, citing the national team's performance at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
- Jul 1
Belgium erase 2-0 deficit, beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time to reach World Cup last 16
Two goals in the final five minutes of regulation forced extra time, and Youri Tielemans converted a 125th-minute penalty to complete a 3-2 victory over Senegal in Seattle.
- Jun 24
Congo Ebola outbreak passes 1,100 cases as US seeks $1.4 billion and WHO readies trials
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has infected over 1,100 people and killed 291, while the White House prepares a $1.4 billion funding request and the WHO plans to launch clinical trials of two experimental therapies.
- May 28
Albino buffalo nicknamed 'Donald Trump' saved from Eid sacrifice by Bangladesh government, moved to national zoo
A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh, dubbed 'Donald Trump' for its blond mane, was spared from ritual slaughter for Eid al-Adha after a last-minute government intervention citing security concerns and public interest.
