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Trump meets five West African leaders, hails pivot from aid to trade: During their meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday ...
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Key FactsTrump Shifts Focus to Trade with West African Leaders
6 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- President Trump announced a shift from aid to trade during talks with leaders from Liberia, Senegal, Gabon, Mauritania, and Guinea-Bissau.
- The African leaders praised Trump's peace initiatives and highlighted their countries' abundant mineral and oil resources.
- The US dissolved USAID to replace charity-based aid with partnerships based on self-reliance and mutual benefit.
- Despite aid reductions, these West African nations were exempt from upcoming US tariff increases effective August 1.
We have a great deal of resources.— Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, speaking about the natural resources of his country.
Senegal ditches Akon's 'unrealistic' city project | Africanews: Designed with curvy skyscrapers and sleek infrastructure, early renderings of Akon City drew ...
africanews.com/2025/07/04/senegal-ditches-akons-unrealistic-city-project/
"Great economic potential in Africa": five African leaders have lunch with Trump | Africanews
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Morocco defeated Senegal to reach the quarter-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), currently taking place in Morocco ... Show more
Akon City: Wakanda-style $6bn project abandoned by Senegal: Something more realistic will replace ambitious plans dreamt up by singer Akon ...
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Senegalese PM Sonko says international order is shifting to a more balanced, multilateral world | Africanews
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'Such good English': Liberian President Joseph Boakai impresses Donald Trump at White House meeting
iol.co.za/news/politics/2025-07-10-such-good-english-liberian-president-joseph-boakai-impresses-donald-trump-at-white-house-meeting/
Nearly 200 migrants intercepted off the coast of Senegal | Africanews: The Senegalese navy intercepted 201 West African migrants in the west of the country ...
africanews.com/2025/07/11/nearly-200-migrants-intercepted-off-the-coast-of-senegal/
BREAKING: West Ham have confirmed the signing of Senegal international El Hadji Malick Diouf 🚨
Representatives of APNU at Umana Yana share their experiences with SN of "holding their space" in preparation for submitting their List of Candidates ... Show more
Akon’s Plans to Build a ‘Real-Life Wakanda’ in Senegal Have Been Scrapped: Akon's futuristic city in Senegal, known as Akon City, has officially been ...
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Morocco shines at women’s AFCON 2024 with thrilling win over DR Congo | Africanews
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Senegal working on rebasing country's GDP, says finance ministry: Senegal has begun recalculating its gross domestic product using an updated base year in a ...
timeslive.co.za/news/africa/2025-07-16-senegal-working-on-rebasing-countrys-gdp-says-finance-ministry/
US-Africa summit: Trump meets leaders of Gabon, Senegal and others: The US President is meeting leaders of five West African countries as his aid cuts impact the ...
reuters.com/world/trump-holds-africa-summit-with-leaders-senegal-gabon-2025-07-09/
Key FactsSummer Hosepipe Restrictions Due to Water Shortage
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: itv.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: itv.com
- Extended heatwaves and dry weather have caused unprecedented water demand, prompting hosepipe bans in parts of the UK.
- Water firms Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, and South East Water will enforce restrictions from July 18 to 22 affecting millions of homes.
- Activities like watering gardens, washing cars, and filling pools are prohibited, though exemptions exist for health and certain agricultural uses.
- Violators risk fines up to £1,000 following initial warnings from water providers.
Demand for drinking water in Kent and Sussex has reached record levels since May – with the ongoing warm and dry weather, we’re all using far more water than usual.— In a statement, South East Water said that this situation has left them with no choice but to restrict the use of hosepipes and sprinklers.
Ellis defends earlier choices as Banyana charge into quarters in style: ‘Sometimes things just don't go your way - that's what happened [against ...
timeslive.co.za/sport/soccer/2025-07-15-ellis-defends-earlier-choices-as-banyana-charge-into-quarters-in-style/
Premier League clubs are monitoring Nicolas Jackson's situation at Chelsea with one source telling Sky Sports News that Man United are among those clubs ... Show more
Leaders of five African countries head to Washington to meet Trump | Africanews: The meeting on Wednesday is being described as President Donald Trump's first ...
africanews.com/2025/07/08/leaders-of-five-african-countries-head-to-washington-to-meet-trump/
Senegalese President Resorts to Bribing Trump in Trade Meeting: Foreign leaders are now just openly bribing the president of the United States.
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Trump wants to talk business with Africa in hopes of countering China. But a US summit excludes Africa’s big players
cnn.com/2025/07/09/africa/trump-african-leaders-summit-intl
The Moroccan national football team has kept its position as the 12th best team in the world, according to the latest FIFA world ranking released on Thursday ... Show more
Why is Trump meeting five African presidents this week?: The US president has invited the leaders of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania ...
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Trump’s Talk With Senegal’s President Took A Weird Turn. Then Trump Made It Even Weirder.
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Inzaghi's beckoning call: Theo joins Al-Hilal: What had been looming for several weeks is now official: Theo is leaving Europe for the first time and joining ...
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lfc Jul 03
He took us to victory – a tribute to Diogo Jota: Article - He took us to victory – a tribute to Diogo Jota
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Key FactsMourning Diogo Jota After Fatal Car Tragedy
Jul 4, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
- Diogo Jota and his brother André died in a car accident in Spain caused by a suspected tire blowout that led to the vehicle bursting into flames.
- A wake took place Friday morning in Gondomar, Portugal, with the joint funeral scheduled for Saturday in their hometown.
- Liverpool postponed player returns to preseason training as teammates and coaches shared heartfelt tributes following the tragedy.
- Figures from football and politics, including Portugal's Prime Minister and Jose Mourinho, honored Jota's character and impact on the team.
The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly honoured Portugal’s name, and his brother is unexpected and tragic. I extend my deepest condolences to their family. It is a sad day for football and for national and international sports.— Luís Montenegro, Prime Minister of Portugal, regarding the death of Diogo Jota and his brother.
Trump to meet presidents of five African nations at White House: US President Donald Trump will welcome five African leaders to a White House lunch on Wednesday ...
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Trump presses African leaders to take deported migrants: The migrants plan was presented to the presidents of Liberia, Senegal, Guinea-Bissau ...
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Presidents of five African nations to meet with Trump at White House: US President Donald Trump will welcome five African leaders to a White House lunch on ...
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How mysterious murder has kept brothers on remand for seven years: Two brothers, who have been on remand - without trial - for seven years, are caught between a ...
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Trump hosts five West African leaders to discuss trade and development: Talks come as US shifts focus from aid to building sustainable economic partnerships.
aljazeera.com/news/2025/7/9/white-house-hosts-west-african-leaders-to-discuss-trade-and-development
Diplomatic row: Senegal's anti-LGBTQ stance halts UN-backed event: The Senegalese government issued a warning of 'repercussions' against the organisers.
nation.africa/kenya/news/africa/diplomatic-row-senegal-s-anti-lgbtq-stance-halts-un-backed-event-5113800
Senegal Ends Akon’s ‘Wakanda’ City Plan in Favor of $1 Billion Resort: Senegal scrapped R&B singer Akon’s plans for a multibillion-dollar city development on ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-08/senegal-ends-akon-s-wakanda-plan-in-favor-of-1-billion-resort
Paid articlePaywallKawempe South seat shows NUP’s good, bad and the ugly: Kawempe South is crucial because it’s where the party’s headquarters are found
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João Pedro sends Chelsea to Club World Cup final as stunners sink Fluminense: João Pedro’s eye-catching double against his boyhood club Fluminense earned Chelsea ...
theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/08/fluminense-chelsea-club-world-cup-semi-final-match-report
Furious Cole Palmer KICKS post and stares down Chelsea team-mate who refused to set him up for tap-in...
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Video circulating on social media shows Fousseynou Cisse helping residents escape a burning building in the 18th arrondissement of Paris on July 4 ... Show more
German vehicle maker Daimler Truck to assemble lorries in Senegal: The plant is intended to supply special vehicles for defence, disaster relief ...
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‘Even if we stop drinking we will be exposed’: A French region has banned tap water. Is it a warning for the rest of Europe?
theguardian.com/environment/2025/jul/01/pfas-forever-chemicals-water-contamination-saint-louis-france-aoe
Saudi Gazette Jul 01
Al Hilal stun Manchester City in seven-goal thriller to reach Club World Cup quarterfinals
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Key FactsAl-Hilal Stuns Manchester City in Club World Cup Upset
Jul 1, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Al-Hilal advanced to the Club World Cup quarterfinals after a thrilling 4-3 extra-time victory over Manchester City.
- Coach Simone Inzaghi praised his players for overcoming a formidable opponent under extreme pressure.
- Marcos Leonardo netted the winning goal in the 112th minute, having also equalized earlier in the match.
- The Saudi team will face Fluminense next, ending a 20-match winless run against European clubs in FIFA competitions.
The key to this result was the players, and the heart they put on the pitch tonight.— Simone Inzaghi praises his players after the shocking victory against Manchester City.
Idrissa Gueye has signed a new one-year contract to remain at Everton.#EFC Analysis by @Paddy_Boyland Of all those set to become free agents this summer ... Show more
IMF welcomes Senegal's commitment to transparency on data discrepancies: The International Monetary Fund is working closely with Senegal's authorities to ...
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Outsider Al-Hilal shocks Man City - Inter also fail in the round of 16: The blatant outsider Al-Hilal from Saudi Arabia shocked Manchester City in the round of ...
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PEP.ph Jul 05
JUST IN: Actor Gabby Concepcion visits the wake of his former talent manager, Lolit Solis.
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Surrounded by smiling students, dance pioneer Germaine Acogny leads a masterclass in the open-air studio of her school on the Senegalese coast. At 81 ... Show more
Fluminense is the first semi-finalist of the Club World Cup. A fine goal from Martinelli and a powerful finish from substitute Hercules make the difference ... Show more
Live Ticker | Fluminense - | Al-Hilal 2:1 | Quarter-finals | Club World Cup 2025
Live Ticker | Fluminense - | Al-Hilal 2:1 | Quarter-finals | Club World Cup 2025
BREAKING: Sunderland have agreed a club-record £30m deal to sign Habib Diarra from Strasbourg 🚨
Where will these players sign? 🤔@lukefoxjukebox takes a look at the top UFAs who have yet to agree to new deals 👀
Senegal’s finest sheep vie for bloodline prestige at pageant | Africanews: Sheep compete for prizes at one of Senegal's regularly held sheep pageants.
africanews.com/2025/06/30/senegals-finest-sheep-vie-for-bloodline-prestige-at-pageant/
Australia cricketer Usman Khawaja boycotts radio station that sacked pro-Gaza journalist
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China, Senegal pledge stronger strategic partnership during Beijing talks | Africanews
africanews.com/2025/06/27/china-senegal-pledge-stronger-strategic-partnership-during-beijing-talks/
Times of Oman Jun 18
His Majesty receives copy of credentials from ambassadors: Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik has received separately at Al Barakah Palace ...
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Senegal's goalkeeper Edouard Mendy says hope was what drove him back when he didn't have a club. The Al-Ahli player then went on to win the Champion's League ... Show more
Four dozen guns, 5 body bags and a second police vehicle found in search of Boelter property
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Vance Boelter captured, charged in shootings of Minnesota lawmakers: Authorities Sunday arrested 57-year-old Vance Boelter following the largest manhunt in state ...
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Key FactsTargeted Attacks Rock Minnesota’s Political Community
Jun 16, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- The suspect meticulously tracked several politicians and their families, gathering detailed information over an extended period.
- Disguised as a police officer, he forcibly entered homes and fatally shot two individuals, including the House speaker.
- After a massive manhunt involving nearly 200 officers, the suspect was peacefully apprehended in a rural area.
- He is scheduled to appear in Minneapolis court today facing multiple murder and firearms charges and remains held on bond.
He stalked his victims like prey.— Joseph Thompson, acting U.S. attorney for the District of Minnesota, said this during a press conference about the suspect Vance Boelter.
Times of Oman Jun 18
In pictures | Before HM the Sultan, Oman’s Ambassador to Bangladesh takes oath. |~0~|
Gulf Today Jun 24
OpinionGhana struggles to manage illegal mining operations: As the afternoon sun beats down on Gold Fields' sprawling Tarkwa gold mine in southwestern Ghana ...
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Nicolas Jackson is not for sale at this moment with three Premier League clubs interested 🚨
Chelsea's plan is to have two frontline strikers in their squad ... Show more
Key FactsChelsea Suffers Defeat Following Early Red Card
Jun 21, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mirror.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mirror.co.uk
- Nicolas Jackson was dismissed four minutes after entering the game due to a reckless studs-up challenge.
- Flamengo overturned a 1-0 deficit by scoring twice from a set piece and open play in the second half.
- Coach Enzo Maresca acknowledged the red card decision and stressed the importance of winning the final group match.
- Jackson apologized to his teammates and will miss the upcoming game, complicating Chelsea’s prospects in the tournament.
He’s very sad. He tried to win the ball, had the bad luck that he kicked his leg and that’s it.— Marc Cucurella on Nicolas Jackson's reaction after receiving a red card.
DFL Leader Melissa Hortman: A political force known for ambitious goals, adept ways
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Minnesota House DFL leader Hortman, husband killed in apparent ‘politically motivated’ shooting; Sen. Hoffman, wife wounded
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Sunderland agree club-record £30m deal for Strasbourg midfielder Habib Diarra: Black Cats step up preparations for life in the Premier League by signing a ...
theguardian.com/football/2025/jun/28/sunderland-agree-club-record-30m-deal-for-strasbourg-midfielder-habib-diarra
Sunderland have agreed a club-record £30m deal to sign Habib Diarra from Ligue 1 side Strasbourg 💰
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Breaking: Boston, Atlanta and Brooklyn are finalizing a three-team trade that sends Kristaps Porzingis and a second-round pick to the Hawks ... Show more
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The numbers behind food aid changes in Trump's big bill: Big changes are in store for a food assistance program under President Donald Trump's tax-cut ...
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🇫🇷🥂 Three French employers in the #champagne industry are on trial in Chalons-en-Champagne for human trafficking and exploiting ~50 migrant workers during the 2023 ... Show more
Dakar like a local: Our visual producer’s guide to sandy beaches, towering monuments and bright dress.
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Celtics, Hawks, and Nets are finalizing a trade to send Kristaps Porziņģis and a 2nd to the Hawks, per @ShamsCharania Terance Mann and Hawks' No ... Show more
Kristaps Porzingis trade grades: Who won Celtics-Hawks-Nets deal?: Kristaps Porziņģis has been traded to the Atlanta Hawks in a three-team trade ...
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