'No f-ing kings': Thousands gather in Long Beach to protest Trump admin

Become a Watchdog today. Sign up to get the latest from Long Beach's independent, journalist-owned newsroom in your email. — or sign up with — For the second time this year, thousands of people gathered at Bixby Park near Downtown Long Beach to...

First U.S. Case Of Serious Mpox Strain Without Travel History Raises Concerns Of Local Spread

U.S. confirms first mpox case of severe clade I strain with no travel history, raising concerns of local transmission. Here's all the update about symptoms, risks, and vaccine updates. First U.S. Case Of Serious Mpox Strain Without Travel History...

No, Trump did not 'end' the war in the Congo. It's as bloody as ever.

RS reached out to hundreds of churches in California, Arizona, Nevada, and Colorado that were listed as potential targets of the geofencing campaign. None that responded were aware of the campaign. “We were not aware of that, no—you are the first...

GC, MICAT, LNTA dialogue on tourism sector

By Lewis S. Teh Monrovia, Liberia; October 15, 2025 – In bold steps to attract tourists, the Government of Liberia, through the Governance Commission, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and the newly established Liberia National...

International student travel: What to know heading into the year about immigration policy shifts

Northwestern’s Office of International Student and Scholar Services has issued multiple warnings in the past academic year about heightened visa screening, visa application disruptions and travel risks regarding both new and returning...

Congo's stand-up comics take aim at country's grinding war

(Reuters) -Comedians in Congo are mining their country's chronic instability for laughs, entertaining people displaced by the war with the M23 rebels with their dark humour. "Can you imagine Kabila as an emergency room doctor?" one of the comics...

Luton's Makosso wins fourth Congo cap during World Cup qualifying loss to Niger

Nakamba also looking to play for Zimbabwe Luton defender Christ Makosso won his fourth cap for Congo as they lost 3-1 to Niger in their CAF World Cup qualifier on Wednesday. The 21-year-old, who was born in Brazzaville, lined up from the start at...

Regenerative tourism is transforming safaris across Africa

Once focused mainly on wildlife viewing, safaris across Africa now take shape as journeys that help restore the land. The rise of regenerative tourism is transforming what it means to travel on the continent, turning each trip into a chance to...

Batendji Brothers: From fleeing Congo to winning Texas high school games

ABILENE, Texas (BCH Sports) – Samweli and Elisha Batendji share the same last name, but have contrasting personalities. Just like how they both kick for Abilene High, but Sammy commands kickoffs and Elisha drills field goals. Their family’s...

UAE Visa Ban: Tourist, Work Visas Suspended for 9 Countries

PNN Dubai [UAE], October 6: The UAE, i.e United Arab Emirates, has announced a stop on tourist and work visas for citizens from nine countries. This policy has gained significant attention as travelers and expatriates are closely watching the UAE...

UAE Visa Ban 2025: Tourist and Work Visas Suspended for 9 Countries. Is India Included? Check Here

The UAE has temporarily suspended tourist and work visas for citizens of nine African nations, including Nigeria, Ghana, and Sudan, citing security and migration policy concerns. Officials clarified the suspension is not a permanent blacklist....

Duchess Sophie to join Prince Edward for special outing after Congo trip

Buckingham Palace has confirmed Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie’s upcoming joint appearance. The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh are set to travel to Merseyside, where they'll attend a performance at the Shakespeare North Playhouse. During the...

Former Premier League star, 29, ‘attacked at airport while travelling for international duty’

EX-WEST HAM defender Nayef Aguerd was reportedly assaulted before jetting off on international duty. The Morocco star was waiting to board a flight from a Marseille airport ahead of matches against Bahrain and Congo. Sign up for the Celtic...

Orlando Pirates are also scheduled to travel to Congo!

Bucaneers will face Saint-Éloi Lupopo in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round. Orlando Pirates are also scheduled to travel to Congo! Fresh from their commanding victory over Lioli FC, Orlando Pirates now prepare to face their next...

Former Premier League star ass@ulted at airport while travelling for international duty

Former West Ham defender Nayef Aguerd was reportedly assaulted at an airport in Marseille while waiting to board a flight for international duty with Morocco. The 29-year-old centre-back, who now plays for Olympique de Marseille, was set to travel...

Orlando Pirates to follow Kaizer Chiefs to Congo

Orlando Pirates take on Congolese giants Saint-Éloi Lupopo in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round after brushing aside Lioli FC. In the first leg, the Buccaneers will travel away to Lubumbashi, the same city where Kaizer Chiefs will...

Russia Expands Education Ties with Congo as Museum of African Cultures Takes Shape

Moscow State University hosted a virtual dialogue on September 30 that revealed how deeply Russian education has embedded itself in Central African governance structures. The telebridge connecting Moscow and Brazzaville wasn’t just diplomatic...

Tourism boosts comeback of Uganda’s mountain gorillas

News of a sick or injured mountain gorilla can worry local residents in this mountainous area that’s home to the endangered species. That’s partly because most of the gorillas have been given names, allowing rangers and others to humanize the...

Tourism in Uganda boosts conservation of endangered mountain gorillas

In Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, communities have shifted from poaching to conservation as tourism generates vital income. Named gorillas are treated with deep care, and reformed poachers now protect them, highlighting a powerful...

These countries require a 6-month passport validity for travellers

The rules are in place so that foreign travellers do not stay beyond the period specified on their visas, unintentionally due to sudden passport expiration. Sudden expiration results in unnecessary complications if they get stranded in a foreign...