Bangkok Bar Fire Leaves 27 Dead, 22 Others Critically Injured

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1201 EAT on Monday 13 July 2026 The fire broke out near the stage of the bar in Bangkok’s popular Chatuchak district before spreading rapidly, cutting power and filling the venue with thick smoke, according to eyewitnesses. Footage shared online showed terrified customers screaming as they rushed to…

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Which Semifinalist Has the Best Chance of Lifting the Trophy?

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1140 EAT on Monday 13 July 2026 Forty-eight nations began their FIFA World Cup campaign on June 11 with dreams of lifting football’s most prestigious trophy, but only four teams remain in contention. The tournament’s four highest-ranked sides, boasting a combined eight World Cup titles, will face off…

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Wangadya Resigns as Uganda Human Rights Commission Chairperson

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1123 EAT on Monday 13 July 2026 Fauzati Mariam Wangadya has resigned as chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), bringing an abrupt end to her tenure after weeks of public disagreements over the leadership and governance of the constitutional body. In a resignation letter addressed to…

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KCCA Allocates Shs50 Million to Combat Bedbug Infestation in Kampala

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1104 EAT on Monday 13 July 2026 KAMPALA — Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has allocated Shs50 million to support the eradication of bedbugs in communities across the city, responding to growing public concern over the persistent infestation. The funding was announced during the weekly Weyonje community clean-up…

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After the US-Iran Conflict, Can Peace Talks Get Back on Track?

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1524 EAT on Friday 10 July 2026 A United States official has told Al Jazeera that Washington remains committed to diplomacy with Iran despite two days of military exchanges this week, insisting that technical negotiations aimed at securing a lasting peace agreement will continue. The US and Iran…

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