DR Congo summit directs army chiefs to enforce ceasefire
The Rwanda-backed M23 is closing on the town of Kavumu in South Kivu in an offensive that has left thousands dead and displaced large numbers. The summit in Tanzania brought…
Protesters against proposed Chinese ‘mega-embassy’ in London clash with police
Protesters against the proposed Chinese “mega-embassy” in London clashed with police less than an hour after senior Conservatives addressed the crowd. More than 1,000 people gathered outside the historic former…
Martine McCutcheon breaks social media silence and shares life update after shock marriage split: ‘Finding my feet’
Former EastEnders star Martine McCutcheon has emotionally returned to social media following months of silence after her split from husband Jack McManus. The Love Actually actress, 48, shared a candid…
Leaders from eastern and southern Africa call for ceasefire and negotiations in Congo
KAMPALA, Uganda — Leaders from eastern and southern Africa on Saturday called for an immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo, where rebels are threatening to overthrow the Congolese government, but also…
Boxer John Cooney dies, aged 28
Belfast boxer John Cooney has died, his promoter Mark Dunlop has announced. A statement on Monday said that the 28-year-old was in intensive care following his defeat to Welshman Nathan…
Maro Itoje and Fin Smith react after England pull off sensational Six Nations win over France
Maro Itoje and Fin Smith have opened up after England stunned France in the Six Nations on Saturday night. Steve Borthwick’s men looked destined to slip to their second defeat…
Elon Musk says he doesn’t want to buy TikTok’s U.S. business after all
Elon Musk said he isn’t interested in buying TikTok, the popular social video app the U.S. has tried to ban over national security concerns with its Chinese owner Bytedance Ltd.…
‘Complete devastation’ as boxer John Cooney dies week after Ulster Hall fight left him hospitalised
The boxing community has been left “completely devastated” after John Cooney lost his battle for life. The 28-year-old was left in a critical condition after getting injured during last weekend’s…
Steve Borthwick sets challenge for England players after pulsating Six Nations win over France
Steve Borthwick has challenged England players to continue improving after their outstanding Six Nations win over France on Saturday night. The Red and Whites had gone into the contest on…
Liberal leadership debates to take place later this month
OTTAWA — The Liberal Party of Canada says it will hold two leadership debates later this month. The party says a French debate is scheduled for Feb. 24 and an…