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2018-05-112026-10-22
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  1. April 2020

  2. The Namibian

    BBC produced the first British adaptation of 'War of the Worlds'

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    “'War of the Worlds' is the first British adaptation produced for the BBC, as there have been two American productions before.”

    ‘War of the Worlds' Brings A New Apocalypse
  3. May 2018

  4. The Namibian

    BBC conducted investigation into illicit sale of codeine medicine to young people

    Source

    “The announcement last week followed a BBC investigation into the illicit sale of the medicine to young people and the dangers of addiction.”

    Nigeria bans codeine cough syrups over addiction fears
World & Region

Federal investigation into US congresswoman Ilhan Omar widens

The News

US government officials raided the home of Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar as part of a federal criminal investigation; the nature remains unclear, though US media reports link it to questions about her US citizenship and whether she lied about her age upon arrival in the US in 1995. Omar says the raid is "the latest escalation" in President Donald Trump's "campaign of political intimidation"; Trump has denied involvement.

16 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 16 October

  1. Federal investigation into US congresswoman Ilhan Omar widens

    US government officials raided the home of Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar as part of a federal criminal investigation; the nature remains unclear, though US media reports link it to questions about her US citizenship and whether she lied about her age upon arrival in the US in 1995. Omar says the raid is "the latest escalation" in President Donald Trump's "campaign of political intimidation"; Trump has denied involvement.

    16 October 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Mauritius imposes overnight curfew after worst riots in decades

    Police in Mauritius imposed an overnight curfew to quell the worst riots in decades on the island, triggered by protests over water shortages and the high cost of living that turned violent on Friday when a woman was shot and wounded by police at a roadblock. Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam warned those involved would face heavy consequences, and the government extended the curfew until Friday morning amid reports of looting, arson, damage to police stations, and seven injured officers.

    16 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 15 October

  1. Retired US generals oppose Pentagon plan to livestream execution

    A group of 72 retired US military officers has urged the government to cancel plans to publicly broadcast the 3 December execution of Army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 soldiers at Fort Hood, arguing it would violate constitutional protections against cruel punishment and turn the execution into a spectacle.

    15 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Pope Leo XIV undergoes successful lung cancer surgery

    Pope Leo XIV, 71, was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma and underwent successful surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. The Vatican says there were no complications and further tests are being conducted to determine if the cancer has spread.

    14 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 9 October

  1. US deportations to African countries violate asylum law—HRW report

    Human Rights Watch says the US deportation of migrants to third-party African countries since Trump's 2025 return to office is unlawful and exploits suffering to deter migration. More than 500 people have been sent to African countries where they are not citizens, with some subsequently arbitrarily detained or returned to their home countries where they face risk of persecution or torture.

    9 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Trump confirms threat led to US bomber removal from RAF Fairford

    President Trump said the US moved its bombers from RAF Fairford in the UK because of threats to the base, with the Pentagon confirming about a dozen B-1s were removed to American home stations. Trump indicated the US knew who made the threat but did not identify them.

    6 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 2 October

  1. Trump considers diesel export ban, urges Europe to release reserves

    Donald Trump has said he may ask European countries to release diesel reserves as he mulls a ban on US exports of the fuel amid global shortage and surging prices tied to the war in Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Europe to immediately release such supplies, arguing that US farmers, truckers, and businesses should not bear the burden of rising costs.

    2 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 1 October

  1. UK PM says Iran involved in RAF Fairford incident

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the government believes Iran played a part in the RAF Fairford incident that led to five men being arrested and then bailed. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected the claim, saying the UK leader was "barking up the wrong tree."

    1 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 29 September

  1. UK negotiates with US over threatened diesel export ban

    The UK is in talks with US authorities over a potential diesel export ban and preparing contingencies as prices rise amid supply pressures from the US-Israel conflict with Iran and Russia's war with Ukraine. UK Chancellor John Healey stated the government is discussing the matter with the Americans and has diesel stocks available, while noting that the UK depends on the US for around a third of its diesel imports.

    29 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Iran's president rejects Trump demand, signals openness to talks

    At the UN, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected US President Trump's threat to "annihilate" Iran, saying the country will never "bend the knee," but indicated willingness for a diplomatic solution. He demanded any deal must end the US blockade of Iranian ships from the Strait of Hormuz and presented evidence of civilian casualties he attributes to US-Israeli strikes.

    24 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. US, Denmark, Greenland sign Arctic military base agreement

    The US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a defence deal permitting Washington to build two new military bases in Greenland at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, while reaffirming Copenhagen's sovereignty over the Arctic territory. The agreement updates a 1951 defence pact and comes after more than a year of tension over the territory's strategic importance and mineral wealth.

    23 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. G7 calls on Iran to stop arming Houthis in Yemen

    G7 foreign ministers have jointly called for Iran to end its support for the Houthis in Yemen, condemning Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and warning that regional fighting threatens energy security. The statement was issued ahead of the UN General Assembly, as thousands of refugees have fled Yemen following Houthi seizure of Red Sea territory including the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

    22 September 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. 62-year-old woman describes smartphone addiction struggle

    A 62-year-old from West Sussex tells the BBC that she finds smartphones addictive and spends too much time on her phone, often picking it up without realizing.

    22 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Friday 18 September

  1. Microsoft AI chief warns against uncontrolled artificial intelligence development

    Mustafa Suleyman, head of Microsoft AI, has warned that without safeguards, AI development could lead to a "silicon species" that competes with humans. Suleyman criticised rival firm Anthropic's approach of treating AI as human-like, saying practical measures exist to control AI risks.

    18 September 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Trump administration approves F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

    President Trump's administration has approved the sale of nearly 50 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia in a policy shift, but the $24 billion sale has raised concerns from some members of Congress who worry the advanced stealth technology could be shared with China.

    18 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 11 September

  1. Trump pledges $5,000 to every American if Republicans win midterms

    Donald Trump promised to pay every American citizen $5,000 if Republicans win the midterm elections, with no details provided on funding or implementation. The announcement was met with enthusiasm from convention supporters but drew mixed reactions from fellow Republicans and scepticism over how the more-than-one-trillion-dollar pledge would be financed.

    11 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 7 September

  1. China injects $54 billion into state banks and insurers

    China's finance ministry is pumping 360 billion yuan ($53.6 billion) into eight state-owned banks and insurance companies to strengthen their financial capabilities and boost economic growth amid trade tensions, geopolitical pressures, and demographic challenges.

    7 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Duane Davis convicted in 1996 Tupac Shakur murder case

    Duane 'Keffe D' Davis has been convicted in Las Vegas for the 1996 drive-by shooting death of rapper Tupac Shakur, closing a case that remained unsolved for 30 years. The conviction has renewed attention on the similar unsolved 1994 murder of Notorious B.I.G., Shakur's East Coast rival, who was killed in a drive-by shooting in Los Angeles.

    2 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 27 August

  1. Voice actor Peter Cullen, Optimus Prime, dies at 85

    Canadian actor Peter Cullen, who voiced Optimus Prime in Transformers films and TV series from 1984 onwards, as well as Eeyore in Disney's Winnie the Pooh franchise and numerous other characters, has died at age 85 at his home in Los Angeles.

    27 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. British actor Tim Curry, Rocky Horror star, dies at eighty

    Tim Curry, an English actor best known for playing Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 film musical 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show', has died at age 80. He also appeared in films including 'The Hunt for Red October' and 'Home Alone 2', and was nominated for three Tony Awards on Broadway.

    27 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Nigeria's kidnapping crisis forces 800,000 from northwest homes

    Gangs and militants in north-western Nigeria are carrying out kidnappings and armed raids that have killed scores and displaced an estimated 800,000 people, according to the UN. Residents describe coordinated attacks by motorcyclists who strike quickly and vanish before security forces can respond.

    27 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 21 August

  1. Beauty queen disputes South Africa deportation case citizenship

    Chidimma Adetshina, 25, facing deportation from South Africa after being declared a prohibited person in 2024, has reiterated that she was born in the country and believes she has been treated unfairly. Her case was postponed until next year as South African officials pursue her detention.

    21 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 17 August

  1. Ghana leads global push for slavery reparations from Western nations

    Ghana has tabled a UN resolution recognising transatlantic slavery as "the greatest crime against humanity" and hosted a reparations summit in Accra in June with delegates from around 80 countries, asserting that compensation from nations and institutions that benefited from slavery is overdue. The UK and US have resisted the reparations demands, though Ghana has been designated by the African Union as "champion for reparatory justice."

    17 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 7 August

  1. Trump denies US munitions shortage, vows prosecution of leakers

    President Donald Trump denied reports of a US munitions shortage, stating the country has "massive amounts" and is manufacturing more, while vowing "long term jail sentences" for those suspected of leaking information. Iran's Defence Minister responded by asserting the country's indigenous weapons technology is superior and that Iran is equipped to respond to any threat.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Iran claims near-final deal with Oman on Strait shipping

    Iran says it has reached an agreement with Oman on a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, though details remain undisclosed. The Iranian foreign ministry cautioned that a deal would not guarantee safe passage, citing the US blockade of Iranian ports as a security threat.

    6 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 3 August

  1. Bomb kills three at Moscow Italian restaurant; Ukraine blamed

    A bomb detonated outside the Balzi Rossi restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square in Moscow on Saturday night, killing at least three people and injuring 21. Russia's National Anti-Terrorism Committee reports a woman with an improvised explosive device was prevented from entering by a security guard; the device detonated moments later. The Russian Embassy in Italy has blamed the attack on Ukraine, though unconfirmed reports suggest a senior Russian military commander may have been at a private dinner inside.

    3 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Trump says Iran talks to begin Monday after halting strikes

    US President Donald Trump announced that negotiations with Iran will begin on Monday after he called off what he described as "massive" strikes. Trump said Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar had urged him to hold off, believing a deal was possible on issues including the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear programme.

    3 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 30 July

  1. US retaliates against Iran with heavy strikes on military targets

    The US military launched "heavy" strikes against Iran on Wednesday in retaliation for Iran's ballistic missile attacks on American forces in the region, hitting dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets. The latest hostilities follow previous joint US-Saudi strikes on Iranian proxies in Iraq and come amid reports of Saudi Arabia seeking de-escalation.

    30 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 24 July

  1. Houthi attacks in Red Sea threaten maritime trade and escalate Middle East tensions

    Yemen's Houthi fighters have attacked shipping in the Red Sea, forcing vessels to divert from the narrow Bab El Mandeb strait that connects Europe to Asia. The attacks occur amid ongoing US-Iran strikes and fears of a broader regional conflict, with two Saudi vessels hit by missiles this week and the Houthis claiming to have turned back ten others.

    24 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Somalia warns WhatsApp usernames could aid terrorist operations

    Somalia's Communications and Technology Minister told the BBC that WhatsApp's planned feature allowing users to chat via usernames rather than phone numbers could pose a security risk and make it harder to counter criminals and militants. The government has approached Meta about its concerns, citing Somalia's reliance on mobile money and the risk of financial fraud and scams, particularly given al-Shabab's use of WhatsApp for extortion and propaganda.

    22 July 2026 · The Namibian →

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