Tag: media
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Andrew Tate Questioned by Romanian Police on New Allegations Including Sex with Minor and Money Laundering
Andrew Tate, a well-known social media personality, was taken in by Romanian police for questioning following a raid on his home in Bucharest, amid new allegations including sex with a minor and money laundering. Tate, who has previously been charged with rape and human trafficking, denies all allegations. The police operation involved searching three additional…
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Africa CDC Declares First Public Health Emergency Over Mpox Outbreak
The Africa Centres for Disease Control (Africa CDC) has declared a Public Health Emergency over a severe outbreak of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) that began in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in September and has since spread to neighboring countries. The outbreak, which marks the first time the Africa CDC has issued such…
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Azerbaijan Faces Criticism for Media and Civil Society Crackdown Ahead of Hosting COP29 Summit
Azerbaijan has come under scrutiny for its treatment of journalists, bloggers, opposition politicians, and academics, particularly those investigating issues like revenue transparency in the hydrocarbon sector, ahead of hosting the COP29 climate summit. Human Rights Watch highlights a crackdown on civil society, which raises concerns about the country’s ability to foster an open dialogue on…
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Impact of Independent Journalists on India’s Election Results Highlighted Amid Surprising Opposition Gains
In a recent development from India’s elections, unexpected results have shown the ruling party, led by Narendra Modi, falling short of a predicted supermajority, marking a significant moment for the country’s political landscape. Independent journalists and digital platforms played a crucial role in this shift, highlighting the growing influence of alternative media in shaping public…
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Gunmen Kill 40 at Moscow Concert Hall in Suspected Terrorist Attack
A deadly assault on a concert hall in Moscow has left at least 40 people dead and over 100 injured after gunmen stormed the venue and opened fire on the audience. Explosives were also detonated, setting part of the Crocus City Hall ablaze. The chaos led to panic as attendees sought to escape the flames…
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Gunmen Attack Moscow Concert Hall: Reports Indicate at Least 12 Fatalities, Building Afire
A deadly incident has unfolded in Moscow as gunmen stormed a concert hall, resulting in at least 12 fatalities according to initial reports. The building where the attack occurred is now ablaze, with dozens potentially trapped inside. Emergency services, including 50 ambulances, have been dispatched to the location as efforts to handle the situation continue.…