Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1046 EAT on Wednesday 23 July 2025 Dozens of provincial officials and hospital staff attempted to cover up a lead poisoning incident that sickened hundreds of children in north-west China, according to the findings of an official investigation that has sparked national outrage. The Gansu provincial government reported…

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1514 EAT on Tuesday 22 July 2025 The Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza has released updated figures on deaths caused by malnutrition, reporting that 33 people—including 12 children—have died in the past 48 hours alone. According to a ministry spokesperson, the total number of malnutrition-related deaths since the…

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1419 EAT on Tuesday 22 July 2025 The World Health Organization (WHO) says Israel’s ground offensive in central Gaza is severely hindering its ability to operate, following reported attacks on its facilities. The UN health agency accused Israeli forces of targeting a building sheltering WHO staff and their…

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1258 EAT on Monday 21 July 2025 Thousands of displaced people, including staff from Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), are reportedly sheltering in the area now under assault. According to the charity, Israel’s latest orders “directly endanger vital humanitarian and primary healthcare sites.” MAP further warned that the…

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 2103 EAT on Sunday 20 July 2025 Ukrainian Drone Attacks Disrupt Moscow Airports, Over 140 Flights Cancelled A sustained wave of Ukrainian drone attacks forced Moscow’s major airports to temporarily close, leading to the cancellation of at least 140 flights, Russian officials said. According to the Russian Defence…

Updated By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 2045 EAT on Sunday 20 July 2025 Iranian Authorities Urge Water Conservation Amid Extreme Heatwave Iranian officials have called on the public to reduce water consumption as the country faces critical shortages during a prolonged heatwave. According to the national meteorological service, Iran is enduring its hottest week…

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1335 EAT on Saturday 19 July 2025 Trump Sues Rupert Murdoch and Wall Street Journal for $10 Billion Over Epstein Note Allegation President Trump claims defamation over article suggesting he sent a “bawdy” birthday greeting to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003 The President alleges defamation over article linking him…

Updated By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1328 EAT on Friday 18 July 2025 Uganda Rugby Cranes head coach Fred Mudoola believes his team’s mentality played a major role in their 32–24 defeat to Kenya in the Africa Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday. The loss, which took place at the Mandela National Stadium annexe pitch, means…