News24 | What we know about ex-prince Andrew’s friendship with Epstein
Here is what we know so far about the links between the late financier who died in a US jail in 2019 and the ex-prince who has enjoyed a life of luxury and privilege.
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News24 | Arrested, released, and under investigation: What’s next for UK’s ex-prince Andrew?
Britain’s former prince Andrew was arrested and released under investigation in a day of drama. What is he being probed for? Could he be jailed? And what next?
US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs, offering hope to countries such as South Africa
The Trump administration slapped South Africa with a 30% import tariff, effective last August
Police search former Prince Andrew’s home a day after his arrest over Epstein ties
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the British former prince, is being investigated on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to his friendship with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Woman charged over abandoning dog at Las Vegas airport
A charity says it has been inudated with applications to adopt the dog after it was tied to the baggage sizer at a ticket counter.
Italian authorities accuse man of training dog to illegally dump his rubbish
“Ingenuity can never become an alibi for incivility”, the City of Catania warns.
French soldier dies after being shot in head during ‘game’ with other soldiers
According to prosecutors, the game – known within the military – involves attempting to disarm a colleague and disable their weapon.
Ali Akbar, who’s sold newspapers on the streets of Paris for 50 years, is now a knight
For decades, Ali Akbar has sold papers on the Left Bank of Paris. Last month, France gave the beloved 73-year-old immigrant from Pakistan one of its highest honors — and his neighborhood is cheering.
News24 | Five countries to send troops to ‘bring the security that Gaza needs’ under peace plan
Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo and Albania have pledged to send troops to Gaza, the commander of a newly created International Stabilisation Force (ISF) has said during a meeting of US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace.
Second U.S. carrier nears Middle East, as Trump pressures Iran to make a deal
A second American aircraft carrier moved closer to the Middle East Thursday, as President Trump remains noncommittal about whether he’ll use force against Iran.
Former U.S. Navy commander talks about the US military buildup near Iran
NPR’s Michel Martin asks retired Vice Admiral Kevin Donegan, a former Navy commander in the Middle East, about the U.S. military buildup near Iran.
U.S. military buildup near Iran reaches critical level. And, Trump’s plans for Gaza
The U.S. buildup in the Middle East has reached a critical mass that could put pressure on Iran in negotiations. And, Trump unveils big plans for Gaza during the first-ever Board of Peace meeting.
Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed
Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after “almost nine months” of imprisonment.
Mother and infant burnt to death in Indian state over witchcraft allegations
Eyewitnesses say a mob stormed the woman’s home after rumours spread that she was practising witchcraft.
Trump unveils big plans for Gaza at Board of Peace’s first meeting
President Trump hosted the first ever Board of Peace meeting Thursday in Washington, D.C., with about 40 countries attending.
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A second U.S. aircraft carrier moved closer to the Middle East Thursday, President Trump’s Board of Peace held its first meeting, former Prince Andrew released after spending day in police custody.
Iranian authorities crack down on mourners trying to honor people killed in protests
Iranian authorities are cracking down on mourners as they try to memorialize their loved ones who were killed in last month’s protests.
New report details abuse Palestinian journalists face in Israeli prisons
NPR’s Leila Fadel speaks with Sara Qudah of the Committee to Protect Journalists about a new report on the abusive treatment that Palestinian journalists endure in Israeli prisons.
Ex-Prince Andrew is released after his arrest over Epstein revelations
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the British former prince, was arrested Thursday for allegedly passing confidential government information to Jeffrey Epstein. He denies wrongdoing.
Royal watcher talks about the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
NPR’s Michel Martin speaks to royal watcher Bidisha Mamata about the arrest and release of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the British former prince.
Palestinian ambassador to the UK on the first meeting of Trump’s Board of Peace
NPR’s Michel Martin speaks with Husam Zomlot, the Palestinian ambassador to the U.K., about the developments from President Trump’s Board of Peace meeting in Washington.