JAKARTA: Landslides and flash floods that hit two regencies in Indonesia's North Sumatra province last week have claimed 13 lives with 18 others injured, said an official from the provincial disaster management and mitigation agency. According to Sri Wahyuni Pancasilawati, head of the emergency, equipment, and logistics unit of the agency on Sunday, the landslides and flash floods struck on Saturday night in Deli Serdang and Karo regencies, Xinhua news agency reported. In Deli Serdang, six people were killed, and nine others sustained injuries after strong currents swept away four houses and a religious building. In Karo regency, a similar disaster left seven people dead and nine injured. On early Saturday morning, landslides and flash floods had also stricken Padang Lawas and South Tapanuli regencies in the province, leaving six dead and seven injured.

For three years, the South African couple painstakingly built a 3D landscape model to the boundaries of Woodhouselee, Towrang, Goulburn and Bungonia. An ambitious undertaking, it gave them a new direction after they left South Africa in 2016 to escape civil unrest. “The biggest killer in South Africa in the game reserves are hippos (hippopotamus),” he said “Hippos, crocodiles and lions. Anna has worked alongside him on the Goulburn region landscape model. If you would like to acquire the Goulburn region landscape model, email: [email protected].

Morgan Stanley got regulatory approval to locate its Middle East headquarters in Saudi Arabia, joining Wall Street rivals including Citigroup Inc. and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. in expanding their presence in the kingdom. “Establishing a regional HQ in Riyadh reflects the growth and development of Saudi Arabia and is a natural progression of our long history in the region,” said Abdulaziz Alajaji , the chief executive officer for Saudi Arabia and the bank’s co-head of the Middle East and North Africa region said in a statement on Sunday.

Speculation is intensifying around Algeria as the potential first export customer for Russia’s Su-57E stealth fighter following an announcement made by the Russian State Defense Agency Rosoboronexport during the 2024 Airshow China in Zhuhai. Russia also supplied Algeria with sophisticated air defense systems, such as the S-300PMU-2 and, more recently, the S-400 Triumf, underscoring the importance of their partnership. Algeria regularly participates in Russian-led military exercises, and its personnel undergo training in Russian academies to operate and maintain advanced systems. The Su-57, Russia’s first operational fifth-generation fighter, is central to this speculation. If confirmed, Algeria’s purchase of the Su-57E would mark a significant milestone for Russia’s defense industry, as the aircraft’s first export sale would demonstrate its growing appeal in the global arms market.

The Egyptian U-17 National Team claimed the UNAF U-17 Championship title after a dominant 7-1 victory over Libya in their final match of the qualifiers. The tournament, held in Casablanca, Morocco, served as a qualifier for the 2025 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The 2024 UNAF U-17 Tournament featured five teams competing in a single group format, with the top two qualifying for the 2025 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be hosted by Ivory Coast. Egypt topped the group with nine points, followed by Morocco (8 points), Tunisia (7 points), Algeria (4 points), and Libya (0 points). Egypt last won the U-17 AFCON in 1997 and will now aim to make an impact in the 2025 edition.

Man has 500 bikes for Africa refused at portGraeme Hart/PPA Nigel Carter has been gathering bicycles across Scotland to donateA man who tried to send 500 bikes to a charity in Africa had them refused at a Scottish port after they were classed as waste. The bikes were shipped back to Mr Carter in Comrie, Perthshire, which he said meant they risked being scrapped. Graeme Hart/PPA Mr Carter has been collecting second hand bikes for years. Gary Walker, a waste manager at Sepa, said some of the bikes needed repairs before they could be reused. Mr Carter said he did not think there was a set standard that the bicycles were marked against and the inspector's decision was arbitrary.

Many religious organisations, disability rights groups and those within the medical profession believe an assisted dying law may be open to exploitation. However Jill Crawford, who lost her dad Derek to dementia in 2019, is someone who wants to see the conversation around assisted dying begin in Northern Ireland. The group commissioned a poll in August, which said 67% of people support an assisted dying law to some degree in Northern Ireland. Assisted dying is a devolved matter in Northern Ireland meaning it is up to elected politicians if they want to change the law. The Suicide Act 1961 makes it illegal to encourage or assist a suicide in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Egypt, which recently diverted a number of incoming liquefied natural gas shipments, is reviewing its energy import needs amid a fall in domestic power demand and a drive to trim spending. Fuel purchases have continued into the cooler months, with gas production down 19% year-on-year in September, according to the Joint Organizations Data Initiative. There’s been a recent shift in approach, however, with authorities rescheduling deliveries of several LNG cargoes from the current quarter to the next one, a person familiar with the matter said last week. LNG shipments are costly for a nation that’s seen a plunge in revenue from the Suez Canal as commercial ships avoid the key waterway following Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. Lower LNG demand from Egypt frees up more cargoes for Europe, where cold weather has raised demand and prices.

In contrast, many Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries face significant challenges, with half of the region's population still lacking access to electricity. Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa have managed to raise their electricity access rates to 55% today, up from 38.3% in 2010. However, nearly seven countries in the region have electricity access rates under 20%, meaning only one in five people has electricity. ADVERTISEMENTThe World Bank Group and the African Development Bank have launched an ambitious initiative, "Mission 300," aimed at providing electricity access to at least 300 million people in Africa. The World Bank Group will work to connect 250 million people while the African Development Bank Group will support an additional 50 million people.

The Asia-Pacific region, home to the world’s fastest-growing digital economies, is critically dependent on undersea cables, yet this vital infrastructure remains underappreciated and vulnerable. AdvertisementStretching across oceans and seabeds, these fibre-optic cables carry 95 per cent of global data, forming the backbone of our digital age. Despite the rise of low Earth orbit satellites, undersea cables remain the dominant conduits of online traffic – a reality unlikely to change soon, especially in Asia where internet demand is surging. Insecurity in the area and the status of the Yemeni government presented challenges in swiftly undertaking repairs to restore service. From their landing stations to any point along the entirety of their course, undersea cables have also become prime targets of data theft and espionage.

Moheand, his wife and three children had to move 60 miles away to Portrush after staff at the hotel they were staying in, on the outskirts of Belfast, asked them to leave. They say it followed a dispute when a documentary filmmaker asked the hotel if she could film inside with the family. The hotel referred BBC News NI to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE), who said it was "examining the circumstances around this case". BBC News NI previously reported on Moheand's family when they were living in Newry, 35 miles away from the children’s school in Belfast. He and his family lived in Northern Ireland for more than five years while waiting for their asylum claim to be processed.

-- — Aidan Bouman threw a 25-yard touchdown pass to Javion Phelps with 12 seconds left and South Dakota defeated FCS top-ranked North Dakota State 29-28 on Saturday to claim a share of its first Missouri Valley Football Conference championship. The Coyotes (9-2, 7-1) trailed 28-17 when Bouman threw deep to Jack Martens for a 40-yard touchdown with 3:22 remaining. They got the ball back with 1:16 left and six plays later Bouman was sacked. The Coyotes quickly lined up and Bouman found Phelps alone 2 yards shy of the end zone along the left sideline and he easily scored. South Dakota won its first game against the Bison in Vermillion since a four-overtime thriller in 2002.

Réda Faceh, Accor’s VP of Development, Highlights New Strategies and Expansions for Morocco’s Thriving Hospitality MarketRéda Faceh is the Vice President of Development at Accor, overseeing the company’s growth strategies across North, West, and Southern Africa, with a focus on Francophone countries. Known for his strategic vision and localized approach, Réda emphasizes introducing diverse brands, including lifestyle and luxury, while tailoring solutions to market needs. His leadership is instrumental in solidifying Accor’s presence in Africa’s dynamic hospitality landscape, fostering innovation and partnerships across the region. Could you share some insights into Accor’s operations and development strategies within the African continent, particularly in Morocco? As Vice President of Development for Accor, I oversee North Africa, Western Africa, and Southern Africa, focusing primarily on Francophone countries.

Three fans allegedly responsible for racist chanting towards Barcelona players during last month’s El Clasico have been arrested. AdvertisementThe Policia Nacional, the national civilian police force of Spain, have since confirmed that three people have been arrested following the alleged racist chanting. A statement from La Liga read: “As a result of La Liga’s complaints about racist insults during El Clasico, the National Police have arrested three people for violating the dignity and moral integrity of two footballers. “La Liga provided recordings provided by operators and an expert lip-reading report to confirm that those arrested had uttered the racist insults that were made public through social networks and the media. Barcelona, Real Madrid and La Liga all released statements denouncing the alleged racist abuse last month.

Russia has fired about 60 North Korean KN-23 missiles at Ukraine this year, according to a Ukrainian defense official. These less-sophisticated missiles are part of North Korea’s growing support to Moscow, which also includes about 11,000 North Korean soldiers deployed to Russia’s Kursk region. Strikes using North Korean missiles have killed at least 28 people and injured 213 this year, the Ukrainian prosecutor general told CNN. Ukrainian investigators found evidence that crucial components used in the North Korean missiles are produced by at least nine Western manufacturers. There are more than 250 companies whose components have been identified in North Korean missiles, according to CAR.