Why some countries fail while others prosper in the Middle East and Africa
Economist and political scientist at the University of Chicago.
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Al Taawoun face stadium closure, fine over ‘Jota’ chants by fans
Saudi Pro League side Al Taawoun have been asked by the country’s football body to play their next two home matches behind closed doors and have been handed a fine of 100,000 riyals ($26,640) after supporters chanted the name of the late Portugal forward Diogo Jota during the...
Maresca defends VAR while lamenting row dominating win at Manchester United
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said the debate surrounding the VAR decision that awarded Erling Haaland’s winning goal against Manchester United should not overshadow his side’s 10-man performance in the 1-0 derby victory.
Why are election officials in the US preparing for chaos before midterms?
US President Donald Trump has lashed out at the Supreme Court for rejecting his push to curb mail-in voting, raising fears that the US president might use federal powers to meddle in November’s midterm elections.
Nigeria’s ‘sarcasm queen’ answers ‘silly’ questions about Africa
Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about Africa is to laugh at them.
EXCLUSIVE: US envoy hopes Belarus will release hundreds more prisoners next month
EXCLUSIVE: US envoy hopes Belarus will release hundreds more prisoners next month Reuters
Weeks after Nepal flood, thousands still missing and most recovered bodies unidentified
Weeks after Nepal flood, thousands still missing and most recovered bodies unidentified Reuters
Ukrainian drone commander says his forces killed decorated Russian general
Ukrainian drone commander says his forces killed decorated Russian general Reuters
As appetite for US rivals grows, global funds flock to China’s Moonshot: sources - South China Morning Post
As appetite for US rivals grows, global funds flock to China’s Moonshot: sources South China Morning Post
Teacher Arrested on Suspicion of Stealing from Residence on Tokyo’s Izu Island With Students
Teacher Arrested on Suspicion of Stealing from Residence on Tokyo’s Izu Island With Students japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
Berliner Grünen-Spitzenkandidat Graf: Moderator sucht Koalition
Die Berliner Grünen haben gute Chancen, im nächsten Senat mitzuregieren. Spitzenkandidat Werner Graf setzt auf einen moderaten Wahlkampf, der ihm viele Optionen offenhalten soll. Von T. Schmutzler und M. Kell.
Take it from another American Mum, Meghan — mute the school WhatsApp - The Times
Take it from another American Mum, Meghan — mute the school WhatsApp The Times
Russia is stepping up aggression towards Nato, Polish defence official warns - The Times
Russia is stepping up aggression towards Nato, Polish defence official warns The Times
Will Uefa’s multi-club rules weaken US owners’ commitment to Everton? - The Times
Will Uefa’s multi-club rules weaken US owners’ commitment to Everton? The Times
At least 20 killed and dozens trapped after war-damaged Gaza building collapses
At least 20 Palestinians, including six children, who were sheltering in a bombed-out apartment building in Gaza have been killed after the structure collapsed overnight.
Bari Weiss’ overhaul of 60 Minutes sees season premiere hit 25-year ratings low
60 Minutes opened its 59th season Sunday with its smallest premiere audience in at least a quarter-century following CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss’ overhaul of the flagship program.
Belarus frees 25 prisoners in exchange for US lifting some sanctions
Since Trump returned to the White House for his second term, Lukashenko has released hundreds of political prisoners in a series of U.S.-mediated deals that also lifted some U.S. sanctions
The day I found out when I’m going to die
When Holly Baxter signed up for a health questionnaire and some bloodwork with new AI startup DeathClock, she wasn’t prepared for what happened next
German chancellor cancels New York trip amid political pressure - The Telegraph
German chancellor cancels New York trip amid political pressure The Telegraph
I’m a doctor and take medical cannabis for my depression - The Telegraph
I’m a doctor and take medical cannabis for my depression The Telegraph
Chhatra Federation holds press conference with 5 demands, including DUCSU museum - Prothom Alo English
Chhatra Federation holds press conference with 5 demands, including DUCSU museum Prothom Alo English
TOP SHOTS (16 September 2026) - Prothom Alo English
TOP SHOTS (16 September 2026) Prothom Alo English
Govt working to reopen Malaysian labor market transparently: Secretary - Prothom Alo English
The government is working to reopen Malaysia’s labour market through a fully transparent process, Secretary of the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Md Mokhtar Ahmed said on Wednesday.
The Timothy Initiative Case: How ₹92.5 Crore Foreign Funds Came Under Scanner | CBI | News18 - News18
The Timothy Initiative Case: How ₹92.5 Crore Foreign Funds Came Under Scanner | CBI | News18 News18