Cuba condemns new US sanctions as ‘illegal’ and ‘abusive’
The new measures come on top of a US blockade of oil to Cuba that has caused widespread blackouts and fuel shortages.
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Convoy continues on course in the North Sea in the morning
The humpback whale “Timmy” has been in this flooded barge since Wednesday morning. Now he is to be released in the North Sea.Image: DPA The ship convoy to release the humpback whale “Timmy,” which has stranded several times on the German Baltic Sea coast, is on course for the North Sea early Saturday morning. 05/02/2026, […]
Continue ReadingUSA is withdrawing 5,000 soldiers from Germany – that’s what it’s all about
Trump had recently announced that he would consider a corresponding step. He had previously expressed clear criticism of Chancellor Friedrich Merz because he had made critical comments about the US offensive against Iran. The most important questions and answers. 05/02/2026, 06:3405/02/2026, 06:34 What was announced? US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the withdrawal of […]
Continue ReadingUSA announces withdrawal of 5,000 soldiers from Germany
According to the army, there were an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon a soldier and his relatives killed been. The attack has that Family home in the Nabatija region the Lebanese armed forces said. Israel’s military did not comment on the allegations when asked. The Lebanese news agency NNA reported numerous attacks in the south […]
Continue ReadingGhanaian family traces its roots to a tree said to be planted in Apam in the 13th Century
According to oral history passed down over the generations, Santseo was planted in the 13th Century by Komfo Nana Asumbia, a royal figure to whom we trace our lineage. However, to my knowledge, no tests have been done to check how old the tree really is.
Continue ReadingTrump claims other presidents flouted war powers law. It’s a mixed record
Both Bushes and Reagan won authorisation for wars, but Obama and Clinton ducked the requirement.
Continue ReadingUS court limits mail-order access to abortion pill mifepristone
The court decision curbs access to the drug used in medication abortions, which is currently the most common method for the procedure in the US.
Continue ReadingThousands of ‘lost Canadians’ have applied for dual citizenship – is Canada ready?
Changes to Canadian citizenship rules have led to thousands of new applications – many coming from the US.
Continue ReadingWhy micro-dramas are going mainstream in India
Micro-dramas originated in China – where they are called Duanju – through apps including Singapore-headquartered DramaBox, and ReelShort, which are together valued at $3-4bn, according to industry estimates. In 2024, micro-drama revenues outperformed the domestic box-office in China, according to reports.
Continue ReadingTrump to downsize U.S. military presence in Germany
The decision coincides with a deepening feud between the president and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who has criticized the U.S. war in Iran.
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