Europe Malta The heating debate on overtourism must not become an argument against tourists or the tourism industry, Prime Minister Abela warned, or the sector would risk "a mortal blow"
Africa Rwanda President Kagame called on educators to support and act to ensure that girls have access to the digital resources and skills they need in a speech at 'Building the Bandwith', a virtual conference hosted by the Varkey Foundation, UNESCO and the CJ Cultural
Europe France The French National Assembly approved by 49 votes to 19 a controversial “anti-separatism” bill long debated in parliament; the legislation aims at bolstering the nation’s secular system, but critics say it breaches religious freedom
Oceania Palau Teachers of the year 2021 recognised at the 27th Education Conference have been announced
Asia Nepal Most roads of Shuklaphanta National Park have become inaccessible for heavy rainfall, hampering the movement of conservationists, workers and security personnel monitoring wildlife
Asia India The country has significantly improved its position in terms of trade facilitation through reforms undertaken by various departments, especially customs under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes
Europe Romania Romanian startup The Outfit puts together technology and stylists to pick the perfect clothes for customers, combining algorithms with the know-how of fashion designers
Africa Algeria Algerian judoka Fethi Nourine, who was supposed to meet an opponent from Israel, decided to withdraw from the Games in order not to challenge an Israeli
Africa Nigeria The first 6 of 12 military aircraft purchased by the US, which are expected to boost its efforts in tackling violence from various armed groups, landed in the city of Kano
Europe Montenegro The government will nationalise former salt pans near the coastal town of Ulcinj to safeguard an important habitat for rare bird species such as pelicans and flamingos
Africa Madagascar Several people, both Malagasy and of other nationalities, have been arrested on charges of plotting against Head of State Andry Rajoelina
Asia Maldives A new agreement with India has been signed for cooperation in the exchange of pre-arrival information for trade facilitation and customs control, reducing the time consumed in customs procedures, optimizing the forms and methods of customs controls
Africa Senegal Coastal erosion is also threatening the opportunities for climbing - a sport around which a community of locals and expatriates has formed strong ties
Asia Syria Table tennis player Hend Zaza, 12 years old - the youngest athlete at the Tokyo Olympics and the fifth youngest of any era - is playing today her first match