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‘Hotel Rwanda’ Hero To Be Released From Rwanda Prison

Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired the Hollywood film "Hotel Rwanda" and had been sentenced to prison in Rwanda, has had his sentence commuted by the country's President Paul Kagame after his request for clemency.

Violence Erupts In Mineral-Rich DR Congo As Rebels Move Into Key City. Here’s What...

The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC) rebel coalition, including the M23 armed group, has seized control of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in a humanitarian crisis and intensifying regional conflict.

U.S. Suggests Military Aid To Israel Is At Risk In Letter Demanding More Aid...

The Biden administration has sent a letter to the Israeli government demanding it improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within the next 30 days or risk violating US laws governing foreign military assistance, suggesting US military aid could be in jeopardy.

Israel Strikes Gaza Camp, Killing At Least 90 Palestinians

Israeli strike on a displacement camp in southern Gaza killed at least 90 Palestinians, with footage showing bodies in the street and destroyed tents, while Israeli officials claimed the strike targeted Hamas' military chief, Mohammed Deif.

Former South Africa Leader Zuma Promises Jobs And Free Education As He Launches Party...

Former South African President Jacob Zuma Saturday lamented the high levels of poverty among black South Africans and promised to create jobs and tackle crime as he launched his new political party's manifesto ahead of the country's much anticipated elections.

Haiti’s Prime Minister Resigns As Council Sworn In To Lead Political Transition In Violence-Ravaged...

Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his resignation on Thursday, handing power over to a transitional council that will seek to gain control of the violence-ravaged nation.

U.S. Warns Israel Amid Gaza Carnage It Doesn’t Have Long Before Support Erodes

President Joe Biden and his top advisers are warning Israel with growing force that it will become increasingly difficult for it to pursue its military goals in Gaza as global outcry intensifies about the scale of humanitarian suffering there.

Biden Pressed Netanyahu To Get More Humanitarian Aid Into Gaza As Fears Grow Over Conflict...

President Joe Biden on Sunday pressed his Israeli counterpart to “immediately” scale up the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

A Proposed Law In Ghana Would Require Citizens To Report LGBTQ People To Authorities

Most countries in Africa criminalize same-sex activity and/or LGBTQ people, but enforcement can vary. In Ghana same-sex relationships were illegal prior to this current bill, LGBTQ centers and groups were still allowed to exist. If the bill passes, their existence will become illegal, too.

Jamaica Heads To Women’s World Cup Knockout Stage For First Time

Jamaica became the first Caribbean nation to reach the knockout phase of the Women’s World Cup. Jamaica had never previously reached the knockout stages of a World Cup – men’s or women’s – prior to the 0-0 draw in Melbourne on Wednesday.

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‘I Was Just In Awe’: Grant Hill On Beating The 1992...

Grant Hill, a seven-time NBA All-Star, and seven other college players defeated the Dream Team in a 1992 scrimmage, a story now featured in the documentary "We Beat the Dream Team," premiering on HBO and Max on February 17.