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Is Trump planning an ‘Africa visa ban’?
United States President Donald Trump could significantly expand his travel ban list in the next few weeks to include 36 more countries, 26 of which are in Africa, US media reports say, citing internal government documents. With 10 countries...

Beat the Heat: Shreveport-Bossier's Favorite Salads
With summer's heat settling over Shreveport, are you finding yourself craving something light for lunch, a refreshing break from heavier or deep-fried options? I can't be alone in letting the sweltering temperatures guide me toward the city's best...

AFRICA-EUROPE PARTNERSHIPS' new forms
The Sub-Saharan Component of the AFRICA-EUROPE PARTNERSHIPS FOR CULTURE programme represents an ambitious cultural cooperation initiative between Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe. With an €8 million budget over 42 months, this Component forms part of...
MF Brings Together 14 1st Ladies
Link to Live Stream of Inaugural Session of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative – MFFLI Summit 2025: https://apo-opa.co/3G1Afxo Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th...

World Football: EST-LAFC, on which channels can you watch Friday’s matches ?
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp Below is the detailed TV schedule for the matches taking place on European and international pitches, including Espérance de Tunis’ second match against Los Angeles, this Friday, June 20, 2025 (Tunisian time):...

First Lady lauds Merck Foundation for contribution to healthcare
Ghana’s First Lady, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, has praised Merck Foundation for its outstanding contribution to healthcare delivery in Africa and Ghana. The First Lady was speaking at the opening of the 7th Edition of the Merck Foundation First...

US warns of expanded travel ban that could affect key African markets
"The United States is considering restricting entry to citizens of an additional 36 countries in what would be a significant expansion of the travel ban announced by the Trump administration early this month," reports The Washington Post. The...

Exam bosses accused of 'patronising' Wales and students in Welsh GCSE paper
Exam bosses have been accused of "patronising" Welsh literature and students in a recent GCSE exam. Instead of using the wealth of Welsh writing available the WJEC commissioned specially written works for its exam paper for second language...
FIFA once again deals with New World TV for World Cup and WWC rights
New World TV (NWTV), the Togo-based satellite television network operating across sub-Saharan Africa, has snapped up rights to soccer's next two FIFA World Cups – one men's edition and one women's. Both the men's 2026 World Cup (to be held across...
The Countries With The Highest Share Of International Migrants May Surprise You
The number of international migrants worldwide hit 304 million in 2024, a figure that has doubled since 1990. As people relocate across borders for reasons ranging from work opportunities to conflict and displacement, certain countries have become...

Merck Foundation commemorates 13 years of impact in healthcare, education, and empowerment
Dubai, UAE — The Merck Foundation, led by CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej, marked 13 years of service in advancing healthcare, education, and women’s empowerment. The event gathered First Ladies, dignitaries, healthcare professionals, and media...

Merck Foundation commemorates 13 years of impact in healthcare, education, and empowerment
Dubai, UAE — The Merck Foundation, led by CEO Dr. Rasha Kelej, marked 13 years of service in advancing healthcare, education, and women’s empowerment. The event gathered First Ladies, dignitaries, healthcare professionals, and media...

U.S. visa restrictions on West African countries threaten regional prosperity – ECOWAS
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has condemned the U.S.’s attempt to impose visa restrictions on its member states, warning it will threaten regional prosperity. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chair of the ECOWAS...

Trump Administration May Possibly Add 36 Countries To Latest Travel Ban List
The Trump administration may subject 36 countries to full or partial travel bans, which would extend the list of 19 countries it restricted earlier this month. The Washington Post relayed a list of the allegedly proposed 36 countries. The outlet...

FG worried about planned US visa ban- Amb. Tuggar
The federal government has expressed concern over the move by the United States government to place a visa ban on Nigeria and other West African countries. This was even as the government said it would be unfortunate if it comes to pass, saying...

The UK's 3rd Busiest Airport: Exploring Manchester's Long-Haul Network
Manchester is the home to the third-busiest airport in the United Kingdom, with the airport also offering several connections to the United States, as well as Asia, Canada, and the Middle East. The airport is set to gain new routes as well,...

Mapped: Countries With the Highest Share of International Migrants
Countries With Highest Proportion of International Migrants This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. The number of...
Africa’s Maritime Security Relations and the Global Responsibility to Protect the Sea
African Maritime Forces Week By Dr. Christian Bueger, University of Copenhagen Maritime security is a global responsibility. All nations, including those without coastal waters, depend on the sea for trade, food, energy, and digital communication....

VINCI Autoroutes And VINCI Airports Traffic In May 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Nanterre, 17 June 2025 VINCI Autoroutes and VINCI Airports traffic in May 2025 I- Change in VINCI Autoroutes' intercity networks traffic May YTD at the end of May (5 months) % change 2025/2024 % change 2025/2024...

Trump gives 36 countries Wednesday deadline to avoid travel ban
FILE-President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he departs the White House on April 25, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images) President Donald Trump has given 36 countries a Wednesday deadline to commit to improve its...