Facebook To Tackle Fake News In Germany
Facebook is introducing new tools in Germany to help combat the spread of fabricated news stories. The world’s largest social network said it would enable German users to flag potentially false...
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Spoken Word Artistes Deserve Big Platforms
It is another cycle of writing. As usual, our creative geniuses will arouse critical thoughts; thoughts that provoke us to think deeply about issues that make and unmake the creative arts industry....
UK ‘won’t Lie Down’ Over Brexit Trade
The UK may be forced to change its "economic model" if it is locked out of the single market after Brexit, Chancellor Philip Hammond has said. Mr Hammond said the government would not "lie down" and...
Mahrez Scores Twice To Rescue Algeria
Riyad Mahrez scored twice as Algeria left it late to earn a 2-2 draw with Zimbabwe at the Africa Cup of Nations. The Leicester winger put his side ahead with a curling shot in off the post. But...
UK ‘could Change Economic Model’ If Single Market Access Denied
The UK may be forced to change its "economic model" if it is locked out of the single market after Brexit, Chancellor Philip Hammond has said. Mr Hammond said the government would not "lie down" and...
Afcon 2017: Togo Motivated To Do Well
Togo captain and striker Emmanuel Adebayor believes his side can reach at least the last four at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon. Adebayor, who has been clubless since leaving Crystal Palace...
Profile of Algerian National Team
The Algeria national football team represents Algeria in association football and is controlled by the Algerian Football Federation. Algeria,who are currently 38th in the world according to FIFA,...
Is It OK To Watch Porn In Public?
It's no secret that lots of people watch pornography on the internet. It's usually something done behind closed doors - but how would you feel about someone watching porn in public? The BBC's...
Cancer Spread Cut By 75% In Tests
The deadly spread of cancer around the body has been cut by three-quarters in animal experiments, say scientists. Tumours can “seed” themselves elsewhere in the body and this process is behind...
Ghana, Beacon of African Democracy
Accra, Jan. 14, GNA - Ghana has, since 1992, held seven consecutive free and fair democratic elections in a peacefully atmosphere. Under the Fourth Republic, the country has had three smooth and...
Moderate Screen Use ‘aids Teen Wellbeing’
A study of screen time and mental wellbeing among teenagers has suggested moderate use of devices may be beneficial in a connected world. The researchers collected self-reported data from 120,000...
Somali Town Bans Lavish Wedding Spending
A Somali town has banned lavish weddings to encourage young people to marry and stop them migrating. Receptions in hotels would no longer be allowed and only three goats could be slaughtered to feed...
Nick Blackwell’s Trainer Has Licence Withdrawn After Sparring Session
Blackwell, 26, retired after suffering a bleed on the skull in March. Trainer Liam Wilkins has had his licence withdrawn after overseeing the sparring session that left retired boxer Nick Blackwell...
Support For EU Freedom of Movement Rules ‘eroding’
One of the most senior Dutch government ministers has said a fundamental EU principle, freedom of movement, needs to be radically reformed. Deputy prime minister Lodewijk Asscher said support was...
Lord Snowdon Dies Aged 86
Lord Snowdon, Princess Margaret's former husband, has died aged 86, a family spokesperson has said. The renowned photographer and film maker died peacefully at his home on Friday, according to his...
African Union ‘will Not Recognise’ Gambia’s Jammeh After Term Ends
The African Union has said it will no longer recognise The Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh as the country's leader from Thursday, when his term expires. Mr Jammeh has refused to give up power after...
UK Seeks Details From US Regulator
The UK Department for Transport has asked for details of a US probe into Fiat Chrysler diesel emissions software as a matter of urgency. The car maker has been accused of not telling authorities...
Mahama In The Gambia Again As Jammeh Refuses To Step Down
Mahama in The Gambia again as Jammeh refuses to step down Former President John Dramani Mahama is in Banjul, Gambia, together with the ECOWAS Mediator in the political situation in The Gambia,...
Mahama In The Gambia Again As Jammeh Refuses To Step Down
Former President John Dramani Mahama is in Banjul, Gambia, together with the ECOWAS Mediator in the political situation in The Gambia, Nigeria’s Muhammadu Buhari, for talks with President Yahya...
‘Asylum Not Necessary’ For Gambia’s Jammeh – Adama Barrow
The winner of December’s presidential election in The Gambia says there is no need for President Yahya Jammeh to seek asylum and he is confident direct talks can solve the crisis. Adama Barrow told...