He is a social media star, stirring up feverish enthusiasm with promises of free buses and free childcare. But his stance on the Gaza war is controversial in the traditionally pro-Israel United States. Zohran Mamdani is leading the polls and could make history as the first democratic socialist to win a mayoral election in New York.
World politicsA rigged presidential election has led to violent protests in Tanzania. The Swedish aid organization Vi-skogen is unable to contact its staff in the country. All communication channels are down, says regional manager Leif Newman.
WorldThey leave a raging inferno of war, cross the border and take their first deep breath. Then millions of Sudanese refugees will be received by neighbors who are increasingly helpless. They cannot promise to always keep their borders open, says UNHCR chief Dominique Hyde.
Conflicts46 people have died in a traffic accident that occurred during the night towards Wednesday on a motorway in northern Uganda.
WorldAllegations of corruption at home and of war crimes in Gaza. Growing demands for a government inquiry into the October 7 attack – and elections within a year. When the guns fall silent in Gaza, the clouds are gathering over Israel's prime minister. Is it over for Benjamin Netanyahu?
World politicsMan's closest relatives consume the equivalent of two alcoholic drinks every day. That chimpanzees are so fond of fermented figs and plums makes researchers wonder about man's craving for alcohol.
WorldAfrica is aging at a record pace. It is a strange success story, but with it comes challenges that no one has had time to take on. Old age is nothing to boast about here. Poverty strikes when you get old, says 75-year-old Tereza Nabunya in Uganda.
WorldAfrica is aging at a record pace. It is a strange success story, but with it comes challenges that no one has had time to take on. Old age is nothing to boast about here. Poverty strikes when you get old, says 75-year-old Tereza Nabunya in Uganda.
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