Two United Nations peacekeepers from Ethiopia were killed and seven others injured in an ambush in South Sudan. The incident occurred while they were on patrol, raising concerns about the escalating conflict in the region.

Veteran Nigerian actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as 'Ogogo,' has died at the age of 66 after a battle with cancer. Tributes poured in from across Nigeria, with President Tinubu and other dignitaries mourning his passing and celebrating his contributions to Yoruba traditions and values.

Fast-fashion retailer Shein has launched its initial public offering in Hong Kong, seeking to raise up to $1.8 billion at a valuation of up to $27 billion, significantly lower than its peak valuation in 2022.

An eight-year-old girl in Louisiana has died after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba, believed to have been acquired while swimming in a local lake. The tragic incident has raised concerns about water safety and the deadly infection.

A fast-moving wildfire, dubbed the Hawk Fire, near Reno, Nevada, has forced the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents as firefighters work to prevent its spread into the city. The blaze has prompted warnings and significant emergency response efforts.