Africa
Heavy rain kills dozens in Democratic Republic of Congo
Raining and flooding left at least 33 people dead in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Footage showed some residents trying to flee the flooding by wading, swimming, or paddling in homemade canoes. Flooding in the country is common, particularly near the Congo River which recently reached its highest level in 60 years.
Mali remembers musician Amadou Bagayoko
Over the weekend, thousands of people in Mali gathered for the funeral of Amadou Bagayoko. He was one of the most successful African musical acts of the 2000s alongside his wife Mariam Doumbia. Together, the two performed as Amadou & Mariam and achieved global flame with their music. Bagayoko’s family said he had “been ill for a while.”
Asia
North Korea holds international marathon
For the first time in six years, North Korea welcomed around 200 foreign runners to the country for the Pyongyang International Marathon. North Korea hasn’t hosted the marathon since 2019. The marathon occurred over the weekend and took participants past landmarks across North Korea, including the Kim Il Sung Stadium and the Mirae Future Scientists’ Street.
Bollywood actor passes
Manoj Kumar, a Bollywood actor and director, has passed away at the age of 87. Kumar was known for his patriotic films that explored themes such as love of the motherland, farmer struggles, and more. During his career, Kumar received several awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest cinematic honor.
Europe
Three bodies found in German village
Officials are searching for a suspect in connection to three bodies that were discovered in a German residential building. According to local reports, the suspect fled when officers arrived at the scene and is on the run. Police said the victims were all related and warned residents to stay at home and not to pick up hitchhikers.
Slovakia planning to kill hundreds of bears
Lawmakers in Slovakia approved a plan to shoot around 350 brown bears after a man was recently mauled to death. Officials said the plan is part of an effort to protect residents after recent attacks. Many conversationists condemned the plans, saying the decision to shoot the bears is in violation of international obligations and could be illegal.
Latin America
Brazil set to host Prince William’s Earthshot Prize
Brazil will be home to the Prince of Wales’ Eartshot Prize, a global environmental award that gives cash prizes to five winners judged to offer the best solutions to climate challenges. The event will take place in November, along with days of events for nominees, investors and environmental leaders. Brazil is also set to host the COP30 UN climate change conference this year.
Former Nobel Peace Prize winner’s visa revoked
Oscar Arias, former president of Costa Rica and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, said his U.S. visa was revoked. Arias recently criticized President Donald Trump, comparing his behavior to a Roman emperor. Arias was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in brokering an end to conflicts in Central America. He said he was given no explanation why his visa was revoked.
North America
Texas child dies of measles
Officials in Texas confirmed a second child has died from measles. The child was not vaccinated and had no underlying health conditions. U.S. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. visited Texas over the weekend in the wake of the death. Texas has reported more than 480 cases of measles so far this year. Measles is associated with complications like pneumonia, brain swelling and death.
Ovechkin breaks Gretzky’s NHL goal record
Washington Capitals’ Alexander Ovechkin is now the highest all-time scorer in the National Hockey League after he scored his 895th career goal over the weekend. He broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record that he has held since 1994. Ovechkin scored the record-breaking goal against the New York Islanders on Sunday.
