Europe Luxembourg Affordable housing is under attention, as Europe is intensifying controls in skyrocketing rent prices, and new bedroom rules in Luxembourg but out large families from access to social housing
Asia Turkey Rising temperatures in Istanbul have led to an increase in sightings of pine processionary caterpillars in forested areas, with experts warning that the insects can trigger allergic reactions in both humans and pets
Asia Kuwait Kuwait International Airport is secure and ready for full operations pending approval from relevant authorities; current security measures are precautionary and the airport is gradually returning to normal operations following recent regional tensions
Africa Mali Mali has been hit by a surge of coordinated attacks by jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State, targeting military bases, towns and key infrastructure; Authorities have responded with intensified military operations and security measures
Africa Namibia Speaking at the University of Namibia's April graduation ceremony in Windhoek, president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah confirmed the institution recorded a 747% increase in student enrolment since 1992, with its student population rising from 3.639 to 30.836
Africa Ivory Coast Unfair competition from unauthorized foreign operators is disrupting local transport market and putting pressure on Ivorian companies; local stakeholders denounced the situation, High Council of Employers of Land Transport Companies expressed concerns
America Brazil 2 million people packed Copacabana Beach for a free concert by singer Shakira; Rio de Janeiro city officials confirmed figures that mark the biggest show of the Colombian pop star's career
Asia Malaysia A Malaysia Airlines flight carrying 278 pilgrims made an emergency landing in Oman after a technical issue, with all passengers reported safe as authorities and airline crews handled the situation without injuries
Africa Tanzania A London Stock Exchange listed exploration firm has identified nine prospective gold license areas in Lake Victoria goldfields using an AI-assisted exploration program
Africa Sao Tome and Principe To mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and African countries and the Year of China-Africa Human and Cultural Exchanges, starting 1 May duty-free is applying to Sao Tomé and more countries with diplomatic ties with China
Asia Myanmar One month after Min Aung Hlaing was been installed as president of Myanmar, consolidating his power after leading the 2021 military coup, critics say it formalized military rule, undermining democratic transition amid ongoing conflict and repression
Africa eSwatini The joint venture that signed a contract to build stretches of MR14 and MR21 consists of companies that were ordered to pay a million-worth penalty for tender collusion in the construction of the Cape Town Stadium in South Africa
Europe Germany NATO is reviewing a US plan to withdraw 5.000 troops from Germany amid political tension with European allies over US-Israel attacks on Iran; around 36.000 US troops are currently stationed in Germany, the largest US military presence on the continent
America Dominica Dominica joins regional effort to prevent youth crime and violence in the Eastern Caribbean through UN joint programme