Is it time for America's elder statesmen to retire?
President Joe Biden is turning 81. But he's far from America's only elderly politician.
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Indonesia cough syrup maker boss jailed after child deaths
The pharmaceutical company, Afi Farma, has been linked to the deaths of more than 200 children.
1970-01-01 08:00
Uganda court fines US couple $28,000 for child cruelty
The couple had faced life in prison on charges of torture but agreed to a plea bargain.
1970-01-01 08:00
Léopold Sédar Senghor: Senegal delays auction in France
Dakar wants to buy rings, watches and military decorations belonging to the nation's first president.
1970-01-01 08:00
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.
1970-01-01 08:00
Bobi Wine 'under house arrest' after return to Uganda
Police deny opposition leader's claims he was grabbed by 'goons' on landing
1970-01-01 08:00
How China is fighting in the grey zone against Taiwan
China is flexing its military muscles short of a full-blown war - and that is part of the strategy.
1970-01-01 08:00
Rwanda country profile
Provides an overview of Rwanda, including key dates and facts about this east African country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Senegal's navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants
They were attempting the treacherous crossing to Spain's Canary Islands - a gateway to Europe.
1970-01-01 08:00
Swiss glaciers get 10% smaller in two years
The ice fields have lost as much volume in two years as they did in three decades from 1960 to 1990.
1970-01-01 08:00
Sudan country profile
Provides an overview of Sudan, including key dates and facts about this northeast African country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Colombia deadliest country for environmentalists - report
A study shows 60 environmental activists were killed in Colombia in 2022 out of 177 murdered worldwide.
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