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Cameroon's Catholics divided on papal visit
Cameroon's Catholics divided on papal visit

As rumours emerged of a papal visit, some of Cameroon's Catholics voiced fears the trip would give longtime President Paul Biya a chance to polish his image six months on from deadly protests following his contested re-election.

April 13, 2026

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South Africa's new DA leader vows to shed party's white image
South Africa's new DA leader vows to shed party's white image

The new leader of South Africa's second-largest party, the Democratic Alliance, said Monday he would recast it beyond its white-voter base, betting that the country's once rigid racial divides are easing.

April 13, 2026

Karol G honors Latinos in Coachella headline performance: 'Feel proud'
Karol G honors Latinos in Coachella headline performance: 'Feel proud'

Colombian reggaeton star Karol G delivered rhythm, dance, charisma and Latin empowerment in her headlining performance at Coachella on Sunday.

April 13, 2026

Oil surges, stocks drop as Trump threatens to block Hormuz
Oil surges, stocks drop as Trump threatens to block Hormuz

Oil prices surged and stock markets broadly fell Monday after US-Iran peace talks broke down and President Donald Trump announced a plan to block the strategic Strait of Hormuz, ratcheting up fears for Middle East energy supplies.

April 13, 2026

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Ukraine loan, frozen funds: how could Orban's ouster unblock EU?
Ukraine loan, frozen funds: how could Orban's ouster unblock EU?

After years of holdups and bitter horse trading, EU leaders breathed a resounding sigh of relief at Viktor Orban's crushing defeat in Hungary's elections.

April 13, 2026

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Germany to cut fuel taxes amid Iran war energy shock
Germany to cut fuel taxes amid Iran war energy shock

Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Monday Germany will slash fuel taxes as households struggle with the energy shock from the Middle East war, while warning the conflict will have long-lasting economic consequences.

April 13, 2026