insert_link Namibia Two-thirds of the world now online Global screen time has reached an all-time high this year, with over two-thirds of the world's population (5.44 billion people) online. Most internet users, according to a report by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, mainly search for information (60.3%) and connect with family and friends (56.8%), while streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime are also widely used (77.1%). South Africa leads with the highest daily screen […] todaySeptember 2, 2024 11
insert_link World Typhoon Shanshan brings downpours to central Japan Authorities in Japan are urging people to remain vigilant as Tropical Storm Shanshan moves over country. It was downgraded from a ‘typhoon’ on Thursday but is still bringing deluges heightening the risk of flooding and landslides. The storm has resulted in four deaths and 94 injuries so far. Reporting for us from Tokyo is Chris Gilbert. todayAugust 30, 2024 49
insert_link World Typhoon Shanshan hits Japan More than 50 people have been injured as Typhoon Shanshan makes landfall in Japan on Thursday. The storm is thought to be one of the most powerful on record and is bringing extreme winds, deluges, and storm surges. Reporting for us is Chris Gilbert from Tokyo. todayAugust 29, 2024 34
insert_link World Typhoon Shanshan to hit west Japan Japan is bracing for powerful Typhoon Shanshan to hit the country’s west. The storm is bringing storm surges, torrential rain, and high winds. Here's Chris Gilbert reporting from Tokyo. todayAugust 28, 2024 13
insert_link World Japan accuses China of violating airspace Japan is accusing the Chinese military of violating its airspace. The government says a Y-9 intelligence plane flew over waters in Japan’s Nagasaki region on Monday. From Tokyo, here's Chris Gilbert reporting. todayAugust 27, 2024 15
insert_link Oshiwambo Congo okwa taalela omutenge go Mpox Congo okwa lopota iipotha iipe yo Mpox ya konda 1000 moshiwike sha piti sigo ometiyali,sho omalelo guuhaku mu Africa ga pula oontutila oku kondjitha oshiponga shika oshinene mu Africa. Ehangano lyuundjolowele muuyuni olyiigidha etukuko lyo Mpox mu Africa onga oshikele shuuhaku shopaulumompumbwe. Omanga o Mpox ya lopotwa miilongo 12 ya Africa,Congo oye a lopota iipotha oyindji,yili 17 794 okuza miipotha 18 910 mbyoka ya lopotwa mu africa nuumvo, nomaso 535 […] todayAugust 22, 2024 22
insert_link Africa Africa CDC Prepares for Mpox Vaccinations Across DRC and Other Nations The Democratic Republic of Congo and other African countries could begin vaccinating against mpox within days, Africa's top public health agency announced on Tuesday to Reuters. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has been coordinating with affected countries on logistics and communication strategies to facilitate the rollout of vaccine doses, which are expected to arrive soon following pledges from the European Union, Bavarian Nordic, the United States, and […] todayAugust 21, 2024 32
insert_link World Japan braces for Typhoon Ampil Parts of Japan are bracing for heavy rains and strong winds as Typhoon Ampil nears the country's east coast. Hundreds of flights have been cancelled and warnings have been issued for residents in Japan's Kanto region. The typhoon's arrival comes just days after tropical storm Maria brought heavy rains to some northern areas of Japan. Corresponding for us from East Asia is William Denselow. todayAugust 16, 2024 39
insert_link World Why did Japan’s prime minister decide to step down? And who might replace him? By Craig Mark, Hosei University In a surprise announcement, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said today he would step down as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) next month, bringing his premiership to an early end. Since coming to office in October 2021, Kishida has struggled to overcome dire approval ratings. The party has been dogged by revelations of ties to the Korean-based Unification Church […] todayAugust 15, 2024 19