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Why did An Garda Síochána give money to Cognyte, an Israeli surveillance company?
The State has traditionally been extremely reluctant to release details about its use of spyware against Irish citizens. Last year, then minister for justice Helen McEntee refused to confirm whether the State uses such technology, although she...

“We have won the race” – Amin unseats Maduot in SSFF comeback
Author: James Atem Kuir | Published: 1 hour ago Francis Amin Michael, newly elected president of SSFF - Photo credit: SSFF Francis Amin has been elected as the new president of the South Sudan Football Federation, defeating outgoing president...

Former Man Utd star officially switches allegiance from England and set for immediate baptism of fire
AARON WAN-BISSAKA is set for a baptism of fire after switching his allegiance from England. The full-back left Manchester United in 2024 as he sealed a £15million move to West Ham. 6 Aaron Wan-Bissaka has switched allegiance from England to DR...

Parliament to seek clarification on alleged Israeli talks despite ministry’s denial
JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – The Chairperson of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation stated that parliament will seek an explanation from the Foreign Affairs Ministry regarding alleged talks with Israel—a report the...

Opinion| Health services delivery prospects following Adut Kiir’s appointment
The appointment of Adut Salva Kiir Mayardit as Senior Presidential Envoy on special programs comes at a time when South Sudan is at a crossroads, both politically and socially. For decades, the conversation about national development has often...

Excitement builds with one year to go to Women's World Cup in Berlin
MIES (Switzerland) - The FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 is set to be a spectacular showpiece event as the 16 best teams on the planet fight it out in Berlin, Germany next year for the coveted silverware. Set to take place between September...

Netanyahu Has Found No Country Willing to Take Gaza’s Displaced
Even US President Donald Trump seems to have lost his patience with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, offering him both a note and a piece of advice. He said: “They’re gonna have to get that war over with. But it is hurting Israel....

Murkowski ‘Strongly’ Objects to Trump Administration’s $5 Billion Foreign Aid Rescission
Sen. Lisa Murkowski joined Sen. Susan Collins in opposing the White House plan to cancel billions in aid, warning it undermines Congress’ budget authority. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) sharply criticized the Trump...

SSFF Presidential Election: Maduot and Amin face off
Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 6 hours ago SSFF presidential candidates Augustino Maduot Parek, the incumbent president, and his challenger Francis Amin Michael, the former president. Photo: Courtesy The election for the leadership of the...

Poor and tiny, yet rich in resources, Burundi lobbies for US investment
In recent years, Rwanda has generated global admiration for its success in dramatically reducing poverty, fighting corruption, luring tourism and leading the way in telecom and infrastructure investment. Its capital, Kigali, is considered the...

Newcastle United's transfer deadline drama that was decided in 30 seconds
Newcastle United’s summer transfer window ended in dramatic fashion, with the club securing a crucial signing with just 30 seconds to spare. The transfer of Yoane Wissa, which was the final piece of business on a frantic deadline day, saw the...

Claims of ‘Genocide’ and Intentional Starvation Are Used to Wage War Against Israel
On Monday, the International Association of Genocide Scholars declared that Israel is committing a genocide in Gaza. But as usual, it was another bogus report relying on information from Hamas. One of its members, Sara Brown, even said that the...

The environmental cost of cage fish farming in East Africa
At sunrise on Lake Victoria, floating cages, giant square enclosures suspended just below the water’s surface, now dot the shoreline from Jinja in Uganda to Kisumu in Kenya, replacing the traditional nets of many local fishermen in search of Nile...
Feature: Peacekeepers in V-Day parade demonstrate China's commitment to safeguarding world peace
BEIJING, Sept. 4 (Xinhua) -- Wearing a distinctive blue beret of the UN peacekeeping troops, 30-year-old Shao Xiaoguang marched past Tian'anmen Square in downtown Beijing on Sept. 3 with his fellow Chinese peacekeepers. The grand military parade...

African battle for 2026 World Cup spots intensifies
Image caption, Mohamed Salah's Egypt are well placed to qualify for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, but Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen and Cameroon forward Bryan Mbeumo could miss out on the finals Rob Stevens BBC Sport Africa Egypt and Morocco could...

Etihad Rail Hosts Global Rail 2025
Etihad Rail’s recent press conference in Abu Dhabi confirmed a powerful roster of speakers for Global Rail 2025 Ministers, global CEOs, innovators, and senior transport leaders will convene, representing businesses with a combined annual turnover...

This is the second-longest river in Europe, which crosses the most countries in the world, it is...
The Danube River, Europe’s second-longest, passes through 10 countries, more than any other river in the world. Flowing 2,850 km from Germany to the Black Sea, it serves as a vital route for trade, culture, and unity, linking cities like Vienna,...

Gaza’s starvation is America’s shame (Opinion)
By Elizabeth Shackelford Early in my foreign affairs career, I mostly avoided working on Israel and Palestine. The issues were fraught with emotion. I didn’t think I understood it well enough to have an informed position. I believe the same...

80 women among SSPDF soldiers training for peacekeeping mission
Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 1 hour ago Female SSPDF trainer address gathering during the launch of the peacekeeping training center|Courtesy Eighty women are among more than 1,000 soldiers from the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces...

Yakani welcomes denial, urges transparency on resettlement
Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 9 hours ago CEPO Director Edmund Yakani | Photo: File/ Office of the President JUBA, South Sudan (Eye Radio) – A civil society activist has welcomed the government’s denial of media reports alleging a plan to...