International Portugal votes in first presidential run-off in 40 years The far right's score will be watched closely, with the vote being held as heavy storms continue to lash the country.Source: www.aljazeera.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
International From blackouts to food shortages: How US blockade is crippling life in Cuba US pressure pushes island nation's 11 million people to the brink as Cuba imposes emergency measures amid fuel crisis.Source: www.aljazeera.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026
International India and Malaysia pledge to bolster trade, defence collaborations Both countries emphasize comprehensive partnerships spanning semiconductors, defence, healthcare and food security.Source: www.aljazeera.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026
insert_link International Assefa targets London repeat & Sawe eyes course record Reigning champions Tigst Assefa and Sebastian Sawe will target record-breaking London Marathon victories in April.Source: feeds.bbci.co.ukRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link Local MzNana & Obaapa Christy unite on soul-stirring gospel anthem Ahoto’ Ghanaian gospel music minister MzNana has officially released her highly anticipated new single, “Ahoto (Comfort),” featuring legendary gospel icon Obaapa Christy, and it’s already blessing hearts across the globe.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link International Breezy Johnson’s celebration is muted by Vonn’s crash. Johnson won her first Olympic gold medal after her teammate Vonn crashed early in her run. Source: rss.nytimes.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link International Live Updates: Japan’s Leader Set for Big Win in Snap Election Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was on course for a sweeping mandate from voters for her economic policies and tough stance on immigration and China.Source: rss.nytimes.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
International Office buzz: UK employers turn to beehives to boost workplace wellbeing Providers report rise in demand as companies seek mental health benefits and increased sense of communityIn a growing number of workplaces, the soundtrack of the lunch break is no longer the rustle of sandwiches at a desk, but the quiet hum of bees – housed just outside the office window.Employers from Manchester to Milton Keynes are working with professional beekeepers to install hives on rooftops, in courtyards and car parks […] todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
International French police arrest five over crypto-linked magistrate kidnapping Arrests follow discovery on Friday of magistrate and her mother in a garage in south-east of countryFrench authorities have arrested five suspects after a magistrate and her mother were held captive last week for about 30 hours in a cryptocurrency ransom plot, prosecutors said on Sunday.The arrests of four men and one woman followed the discovery on Friday of the 35-year-old magistrate and her 67-year-old mother, found injured in a […] todayFebruary 8, 2026
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 6
