Colonel Randrianirina sworn in as Madagascar president

Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, center, after his inauguration as president at the Constitutional Court in Antananarivo, Madagascar, on October 17, 2025. ZO ANDRIANJAFY / REUTERS Army colonel Michaël Randrianirina was sworn in as Madagascar's...

Whales, waves & world ties: Réunion Island joins Hermanus Whale Festival

Hermanus is making waves internationally as Réunion Island joins as Guest of Honour at this year’s Hermanus Whale Festival (3 to 5 October). This partnership highlights shared commitment to marine conservation – from whale-watching and turtle...

DRC-M23 Ceasefire Mechanism; Cameroonian Elections: Africa File, October 16, 2025

To receive the weekly Africa File or triweekly Congo War Security Review via email, please subscribe here. Follow CTP on X, LinkedIn, and BlueSky. Key Takeaways: Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Congolese government and M23 rebels signed a...

African Union Suspends Madagascar Amid Military Coup: Gen Z Protests Topple President Andry Rajoelina

In a dramatic turn of events that has reverberated across the African continent, the African Union (AU) has officially suspended Madagascar's membership following a swift military coup that ousted long-serving President Andry Rajoelina from power....

French Bee choque avec ces nouveaux vols secrets vers La Réunion (surprenant)

Je vous présente les dernières évolutions de French bee pour la saison hivernale 2025-2026. Cette compagnie low-cost renforce considérablement son programme de vols, avec une stratégie ambitieuse qui transforme l’offre aérienne vers des...

UK to end automatic family reunion rights for refugees

The UK government intends to end automatic family reunion rights for those already granted asylum in the country, as it tries to curb immigration levels under pressure from the populist right. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said there will be no...

May new revelations never cease

Kathleen McQuillan Kathleen McQuillan In late September, I scooped the last batch of chinking material from my wheelbarrow and plopped it onto my aluminum hawk. After weeks of practice, I’d mastered the art of mixing sand, mortar, and Portland...

India, France share commitment to rules-based world order: Top French diplomat

New Delhi: France and India can deepen bilateral and multilateral partnerships to provide stability and predictability to the world order in unpredictable times when the “instrumentalisation of tariffs” is becoming counterproductive, the top...

Sun Siyam marks World Tourism Day with sustainability-focused webinar

In celebration of World Tourism Day 2025, Sun Siyam will spotlight its pioneering sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives through a special webinar titled “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation in Island Destinations...

Madagascar's Political Turmoil: President Andry Rajoelina's Dramatic Flight Amid Youth-Led Protests and Military Revolt

Antananarivo, Madagascar – October 14, 2025 – The serene dawn over the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar was shattered on October 13, 2025, as reports emerged that President Andry Rajoelina, the nation's controversial leader, had secretly fled the...

Oasis's 'biblical' reunion is largely thanks to this blockbuster album

Unless this is your first day on the internet, you've no doubt noticed Britpop-era icons Oasis are back together, playing their first shows in 16 years. The tour has already netted an estimated £400 million ($815 million) before arriving in...

72 peaks. 31 days. One mountaineering legend: Kilian Jornet's mind-blowing mountain marathon

Kilian Jornet, one of the world’s most accomplished mountaineers, did something this month that left even other elite athletes gasping: He climbed all 72 summits in the contiguous United States that stand over 14,000 feet tall. In 31 days. That’s...

Tesco Mobile shares big update for customers using their phones on holiday

The extension will be a huge boost for customers heading abroad on holiday Make sure you're aware of roaming charges if you're planning a summer holiday(Image: Tim Robberts via Getty Images) Tesco Mobile has extended its free roaming services in...

What is chikungunya virus? French holiday hotspot hit with over 100 cases amid warning to tourists

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Impeached president confirms he fled Madagascar as new leader claims 'not a coup'

Madagascar's new leader insisted Thursday that a military power grab after the army joined weeks of demonstrations was "not a coup", as ousted President Andry Rajoelina confirmed he had fled the country days earlier. Colonel Michael Randrianirina...

Danville High School Class of 1975 celebrates 50-Year reunion

Published 7:40 pm Thursday, September 25, 2025 The largest graduating class in Danville High School history returned to their alma mater Aug. 30 to celebrate their 50-year reunion. The Class of 1975, which graduated 187 students, gathered for a...

A Cowboy reunion in Bali: OSU alumni celebrate global ties in Indonesia

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Media Contact: Hailey Rose Viars | Communications Specialist | 405-744-5496 | hviars@okstate.edu Indonesia at a Glance Location: Between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, comprised of more than 17,000 islands Capital:...

UK mobile network gives major update to holidaymakers at no extra cost

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more A major mobile network has extended a perk for its customers that love to travel.(Image: Getty Images) A mobile network has made a...

Major mobile update for UK holidaymakers heading abroad

A large UK firm has extended its free roaming in a boost for customers who are heading abroad A firm is expanding its roaming for travellers abroad(Image: Getty Images) Tesco Mobile has expanded its free roaming service in what will be seen by...

Concerning news in US as virus spreads

The United States has recorded its first locally acquired case of chikungunya in six years, as the mosquito-borne virus rapidly spreads in China and around the world. Health officials in New York confirmed on Tuesday (local time) that a resident...