Did Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON defeat of Nigeria cap ‘a story for the ages’ | Sports News

Did Ivory Coast’s 2023 AFCON defeat of Nigeria cap ‘a story for the ages’ | Sports News

As Ivory Coast came from a goal down to beat Nigeria and complete the most remarkable of sporting redemptions, it also encapsulated not only their own journey but that of a tournament, a continent and a man. The 2-1 victory in the final for the Elephants was a huge achievement…

Ukraine protests destruction of grain exports by Polish farmers | Russia-Ukraine war News

Ukraine protests destruction of grain exports by Polish farmers | Russia-Ukraine war News

Farmers continue to protest that cheap grain imports, mandated by the European Union, are hurting them, despite financial support. Ukraine has condemned what it called the “destruction” of its grain by protesting Polish farmers amid a long-running spat over imports of cheap grain. The agriculture ministry said on Monday said…

Indian police block roads to halt farmers’ march to New Delhi | News

Indian police block roads to halt farmers’ march to New Delhi | News

Farmers have come out after a call by union leaders to demand higher support or guaranteed prices for their produce. Indian police have blocked roads leading to New Delhi as farmers march towards the capital to press for increased government support. Government ministers were preparing to meet union leaders on…

Echoes of Bagram: Moazzam Begg returns to Afghanistan | Human Rights

Echoes of Bagram: Moazzam Begg returns to Afghanistan | Human Rights

Human rights advocate Moazzam Begg returns to Afghanistan to battle demons and champion justice in the shadow of war. Haunted by nightmares of torture and abuse, British human rights campaigner Moazzam Begg decides to return to Afghanistan to confront the horrors of his past. Moazzam was detained at the notorious…

Egyptians accused of Pylos shipwreck deny smuggling charges, blame Greece | Refugees News

Egyptians accused of Pylos shipwreck deny smuggling charges, blame Greece | Refugees News

Names marked with an asterisk have been changed to protect identities. Athens, Greece – Saeed* cannot understand why he is in the Avlona prison, a detention centre northeast of the Greek capital Athens. “Whoever asks me why you are in prison, I answer that I don’t know,” said the 21-year-old…

Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria | Football News

Ivory Coast people ‘deserve’ dramatic 2023 AFCON title win against Nigeria | Football News

The Elephants of Ivory Coast came from behind to complete a dramatic recovery and redemption on home soil at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations as they claimed a third continental title by beating Nigeria 2-1 in Abidjan on Sunday. The Super Eagles had taken a first-half lead, against the…

Qatar releases former Indian navy officers after dropping death sentences | Military News

Qatar releases former Indian navy officers after dropping death sentences | Military News

Seven of the men have already been returned to India, but details of the case remain scant. Qatar has released eight former Indian naval officers previously sentenced to death on charges of spying for Israel. India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) thanked Doha on Monday as it announced that the…

How AI is used to resurrect dead Indian politicians as elections loom | Business and Economy

How AI is used to resurrect dead Indian politicians as elections loom | Business and Economy

Bengaluru, India – On January 23, an icon of Indian cinema and politics, M Karunanidhi appeared before a live audience on a large projected screen, to congratulate his 82-year-old friend and fellow politician TR Baalu on the launch of his autobiographical book. Dressed in his trademark black sunglasses, white shirt,…

Israel strikes Rafah, says two captives freed | Israel War on Gaza News

Israel strikes Rafah, says two captives freed | Israel War on Gaza News

Air raids come as Palestinians in Rafah brace for offensive that aid agencies fear will cause massive casualties. Israel has carried out air strikes in southern Gaza’s Rafah, killing dozens, according to health officials, as Palestinians brace for a major offensive on the densely-crowded city. There were conflicting reports of…