Wars, Trade Bans and Climate Change Turn Food Into Politics
Whether it’s bread or onions, food has the power to make or break a country’s leadership. How nations
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The Veteran Trader Building a Chinese Giant in Glencore’s Image
When Kenny Ives took over as boss of the trading arm of one of China’s top miners, his
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Asia Stocks Face Headwinds From Soaring US Yields: Markets Wrap
Asian stocks are poised to follow the US lower as Treasury yields soared after the latest inflation data
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Gabon coup: Wife of deposed President Ali Bongo detained
Sylvia Bongo was under house arrest, but a judge says she should be held in jail ahead of a trial.
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US Imposes First Sanctions Over Russia Oil Cap as Impact Fades
The US imposed the first sanctions for violations of the price cap on Russian oil introduced by the
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Malawi heatwave warning issued as temperatures set to soar
Temperatures could soar to 44C, the weather bureau says, as it urges people to avoid alcohol.
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Nigeria diphtheria outbreak kills 600
A health official says it is "heart-wrenching" to see children suffer from a preventable disease.
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Israel Latest: Jets Strike Gaza as Israel Weighs Ground Attack
Israel Defense Forces said the country’s political leadership hasn’t yet decided on a ground invasion of Gaza, though
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Asia Stocks to Rise After US Brushes Off Hot PPI: Markets Wrap
Equity markets in Asia are poised to open higher after US shares gained for a fourth day as
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King Charles to acknowledge 'painful' Kenya history on state visit
The state visit will come on the 60th anniversary of the country's independence from the UK.
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Ugandan MPs reject birth control for 15-year-old girls
The deputy speaker calls the idea "devilish", saying it is not the way to tackle teenage pregnancy.
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Liberians await election results as George Weah and Joseph Boakai vie for presidency
Turn-out was reportedly high in Tuesday's tightly contested presidential and parliamentary poll.
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