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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … ace) S-March 12-14, Bahrain March 19-21, Saudi Arabia (Jeddah) S-April 2-4, Australia (Melbourne) S-April 9-11, Japan (Suzuka) April 16-18, China (Shanghai) April 30-May 2, Miami S-May 21-23, Canada (Montreal) S-June 4-6, Monaco June 18-20, Portugal (Portimao) S-July 2-4, Britain …

    2027 Formula One calendar includes Monaco sprint race
  3. Citizen Digital

    … The Smart Window assistant will first be available in North America and France, and rolled out to Britain and Germany later this year.

    Firefox teams with Mistral for AI browsing
  4. Citizen Digital

    … Britain is looking to ban social media for under-16s by early 2027 under a measure planned by its former prime minister, Keir Starmer. …

    Countries move to ban social media for children
  5. Citizen Digital

    … Japan finished third with 20 golds at the Paris Olympics, ​upstaging Britain, Australia and hosts France. …

    After quiet Olympics, Japan seeks a sporting celebration at Asian Games
  6. Citizen Digital

    … United Nations human rights chief Volker Turk called Monday for countries and AI firms to act urgently to rein in a technology he warned posed "unprecedented risks." Even Britain's King Charles III will host representatives of leading AI firms for a gathering in Scotland, a sourc …

    'I am the hoax buster': Trump rejects AI danger warnings
  7. The Standard

    … Mnangagwa bypassed calls for a public referendum on the changes, arguing they would bring stability to the southern African nation.Critics say the new system will deepen the grip of his ZANU-PF party, which has governed Zimbabwe since independence from Britain in 1980. …

    Zimbabwe names President Mnangagwa's birthday national public holiday
  8. Citizen Digital

    … "We've created a stage that I really genuinely think that our best athletes will respond to," said Coe, a two-time Olympic 1,500m gold medallist for Britain. …

    'Bragging rights' up for grabs at game-changing Ultimate Championship, says Coe
  9. Citizen Digital

    … Photo by STIAN LYSBERG SOLUM / POOL / AFP Audio By Vocalize Norway bid farewell Wednesday to King Harald V, a modern and unifying figure whose end of reign was tarnished by scandals, in a funeral attended by dignitaries including Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky and Britain's …

    Norway bids farewell to King Harald V, 'grandfather' of the nation
  10. The Standard

    … On November 24, 2021, a French fishing vessel reported several lifeless bodies floating in the Channel off Calais, close to British waters.According to testimony from the two survivors, their flimsy boat began to deflate and take on water after several hours at sea. …

    France tries 14 over deadliest Channel migrant crossing disaster
  11. Citizen Digital

    Prince Harry's surprise UK return renews security row By AFP September 06, 2026 08:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Prince Harry's return to Britain has reignited debate about whether ta …

    Prince Harry's surprise UK return renews security row
World & Region

UK extradition hearing delayed six months in murdered Kenyan case

The News

The extradition hearing for Robert James Purkiss, a British soldier accused of murdering 21-year-old Kenyan Agnes Wanjiru in 2012, has been postponed from November 16 to May 24, 2027. The victim's family expressed anger over the delay, saying they will have waited 15 years for the hearing and warning the full trial could take over two decades.

29 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 29 October

  1. UK extradition hearing delayed six months in murdered Kenyan case

    The extradition hearing for Robert James Purkiss, a British soldier accused of murdering 21-year-old Kenyan Agnes Wanjiru in 2012, has been postponed from November 16 to May 24, 2027. The victim's family expressed anger over the delay, saying they will have waited 15 years for the hearing and warning the full trial could take over two decades.

    29 October 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 27 October

  1. Understanding cultural values key to Africa-China relations

    An opinion piece examines how Chinese philosophical traditions—including Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist teachings on endurance and suffering—shape China's approach to negotiation and relationships, and suggests bridging cultural differences is essential for stronger Africa-China ties.

    27 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 26 October

  1. Spain names Davis Cup squad led by Alcaraz for November

    Spain's captain David Ferrer has selected Carlos Alcaraz, Rafael Jodar, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Marcel Granollers and Pedro Martinez for the Davis Cup competition in Bologna from November 24-29. Alcaraz, a seven-time Grand Slam winner, recently returned from a four-month wrist injury and Spain, last winners in 2019, faces Austria in the quarter-final.

    26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 25 October

  1. British aristocratic families' descendants back Caribbean slavery reparations

    Descendants of prominent British families including the Gladstones, Lascelles, and Trevelyons—whose ancestors accumulated wealth from plantation ownership and slave trade—have begun supporting Caribbean nations' campaigns for slavery reparations. Former BBC journalist Laura Trevelyan co-founded the Heirs of Slavery group after discovering her family's compensation claims for the loss of enslaved people when Britain abolished slavery in 1833.

    25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. UK approves North Sea Jackdaw gas field drilling

    The UK government has approved plans to drill in the Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea, about 150 miles east of Aberdeen. Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the approval would protect jobs and help keep homes warm, citing a need for oil and gas as part of energy supply for decades despite the government's commitment to net zero by 2050.

    21 October 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Rome hospital integrates art and culture into cancer treatment

    A Rome hospital on Tiberina Island is using art-filled treatment areas, museum tours, and access to ancient ruins to support cancer patients' psychological well-being during treatment. The hospital's oncology director says culture therapy aims to rebuild patients' "desire for life" by bringing beauty into spaces where people fear losing it.

    21 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Trump posts fatal tiger attack video on social media

    US President Donald Trump posted a 41-second video on Truth Social of a UK man being fatally mauled by a tiger at a wildlife park in Britain on Saturday; the footage was also shared by the White House's "Rapid Response 47" account on X, drawing criticism from users.

    14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. EU data regulator calls for clear warnings on recording smart glasses

    The European Data Protection Board issued non-binding guidance saying smart glasses should give clear warnings when recording—such as bright LED lights, audio signals, or voice activation cues—citing serious privacy concerns and risks of secret filming of girls and women. The watchdog raised particular concerns about vulnerable groups in sensitive spaces like schools and hospitals.

    13 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 10 October

  1. Trump eases Russia sanctions, secures diesel release

    U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he had secured Russia's agreement for a major diesel release and eased war sanctions on Moscow to lower energy costs ahead of midterm elections. President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the move as "unworthy" and "weak."

    10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. US sanctions ICC, drawing criticism from UN and European nations

    The United States announced sanctions against the International Criminal Court, banning transactions with what Secretary of State Marco Rubio called a "rogue court" and warning it would "end the ICC" if the court did not end its threats. The UN, European nations, and international human rights bodies condemned the decision as a serious blow to international criminal justice, though Israel welcomed the move.

    10 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. UK tax authorities investigated Manchester City in 2018

    HM Revenue & Customs opened a probe into Manchester City in 2018 following leaked club emails in Der Spiegel to determine whether the club used complex arrangements to reduce tax. The investigation does not involve allegations of deliberate fraud and HMRC has taken no action against the club.

    7 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Governments consider restrictions on smart glasses over privacy risks

    Governments, courts and companies are examining rules on smart glasses over concerns the technology could be used to photograph, film or audio-record people and materials without their knowledge. Australia's federal government said in September it was considering barring camera-equipped smart glasses in government workplaces, while courts in England and Wales have prohibited their use.

    6 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Manchester City financial scandal threatens Premier League reputation

    Manchester City has been found guilty of over 100 charges of financial impropriety between 2009 and 2018, with an independent commission discovering "sham" contracts that artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs by more than £900 million. The club faces severe sanctions including potential points deduction, title stripping, or expulsion, and the scandal threatens to damage the Premier League's standing in world football.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 25 September

  1. Netanyahu defends military action at UN amid walkout protest

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his country's military campaigns in Iran, Gaza and elsewhere at the UN General Assembly, vowing to continue fighting after dozens of delegates walked out. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told the UN via video that Israeli policies, including settlement expansion in the West Bank, threatened Palestinian existence and accused Israel of conducting a "genocidal war" in Gaza, which Netanyahu rejected.

    25 September 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Netanyahu attacks Iran, allies, NYC mayor at UN address

    Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a fiery UN speech on Thursday assailing enemies and allies, including Iran, Britain, France, Turkey, and New York's first Muslim mayor Zohran Mamdani. The address sparked widespread walkouts and jeering in the chamber as Netanyahu, facing reelection in October 27 elections, used the global platform to defend himself against ICC war crimes allegations and attack what he called "moral cowards."

    25 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Tanzania's president calls for healthcare investment to reduce African maternal deaths

    Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the African Union Champion for Maternal and Child Health, called for increased investment in healthcare and stronger partnerships to prevent maternal and child deaths across Africa during a speech at the 81st United Nations General Assembly. She emphasized that political commitment and healthcare systems centred on people are essential for progress.

    24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Hollywood actors detained at New York anti-Netanyahu protest

    Actors Susan Sarandon and Hannah Einbinder were among people arrested by police in New York while protesting against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he prepared to address the United Nations General Assembly. The protest, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, included sit-ins with banners reading "Stop Arming Israel" and "End the Genocide."

    24 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Trump renames AI "super intelligence" at UN General Assembly

    President Donald Trump announced that the US government would rename artificial intelligence "super intelligence" in official communications, arguing the word "artificial" undersold the technology. The move comes as world leaders debate how to address dangers of fast-advancing AI, with Trump opposing regulation despite incidents of the technology falling out of human control and warnings from company insiders.

    23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. Charles Spencer memoir on Princess Diana published Tuesday

    Charles Spencer's memoir "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister" about his late sister Princess Diana, containing explosive revelations, was published Tuesday after extracts prompted a sharp rebuttal from King Charles III. Spencer said he wrote the book to speak on Diana's behalf and correct untruths about her life nearly three decades after her death in a 1997 car crash.

    22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 18 September

  1. Lampard remains positive despite Coventry's four-game losing streak

    Coventry City manager Frank Lampard is maintaining optimism despite the team losing all four Premier League games without scoring, including a 5-0 home defeat to Brighton. Lampard, who led Coventry back to the top flight for the first time in 25 years by winning the Championship last season, says his coaching staff must remain positive and focus on the necessary work.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 17 September

  1. 2027 Formula One calendar features 24 races, 10 sprints

    The 2027 Formula One calendar will include 24 Grands Prix across 22 countries and 10 sprint events, including Monaco. The season begins with pre-season testing in Bahrain from February 24–27 and the first race on March 12–14, followed by Saudi Arabia, with the season concluding in Abu Dhabi.

    17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Firefox launches AI assistant in partnership with Mistral

    Mozilla's Firefox browser unveiled an AI assistant powered by French start-up Mistral, featuring a "Smart Window" built on open-source models. The non-profit said it will not sell personal data or use conversations to train models, with chatbot prompts and responses not saved on Mozilla servers.

    17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. EU proposes ban on social media for children under thirteen

    The European Union unveiled proposals Wednesday to ban social media for children under 13, as more than 20 countries worldwide have taken steps to block or restrict children's social media access. Seven countries have measures already in place or set to be implemented, targeting children under 15 or 16.

    16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Japan hosts Asian Games after muted Olympics spectator restrictions

    Japan's 20th Asian Games opened in Nagoya on Saturday, offering fans a chance to attend a major multi-sport event after COVID-19 restrictions barred spectators from almost all Olympic events. Public interest has been muted, with organizers struggling to shift tickets, and torrential rain in the buildup caused evacuations and venue damage.

    16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Trump dismisses AI safety concerns as hoax, rejects global guardrails

    U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday rejected fears that artificial intelligence could threaten humanity, calling them a hoax and dismissing global calls for safeguards on the technology. He compared AI warnings to climate change concerns and past Russia investigations, and argued that a "strong and smart president" was the only guardrail needed.

    15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Zimbabwe declares President Mnangagwa's birthday national holiday

    Zimbabwe has declared September 15, President Emmerson Mnangagwa's birthday, an annual national public holiday called Munhumutapa Day, honouring a historical Shona kingdom title. The declaration comes weeks after Mnangagwa signed a law extending his presidential term from five to seven years and signalled his intention to remain in power beyond 2030.

    12 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 10 September

  1. World Athletics launches inaugural Ultimate Championship in Budapest

    The World Athletics Ultimate Championship, a three-day season-ending event in Budapest, will feature 381 athletes from 65 federations competing for $10 million in prize money. World Athletics president Sebastian Coe described it as an "incubator for change," with participants including Olympic champions, world champions, and Diamond League winners.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Norway holds state funeral for King Harald V

    Norway bid farewell to King Harald V on Wednesday in a funeral attended by dignitaries including Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky and Britain's Prince William. The king died on August 28, aged 89.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. France tries 14 for deadliest Channel migrant boat sinking

    Fourteen people, mostly Afghan-born and linked to people-smuggling networks, face trial in France over a November 2021 inflatable dinghy sinking that killed 31 people, including a seven-year-old child, in the deadliest recorded Channel crossing accident. The victims were mainly Iraqi Kurds, with others from Afghanistan, Ethiopia, and Egypt; only two survived.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Prince Harry's UK return reignites security funding debate

    Prince Harry returned to Britain last week with his family, reigniting debate over whether taxpayers should fund his protection. The Duke of Sussex had previously lost a legal battle to retain UK taxpayer-funded security while living in California, and arrived with private security rather than police protection.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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