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UN urges revival of South African youth activism to combat inequality and GBV, linking modern movements to the historic Soweto Uprising legacy.

A tourist survived a 130-foot fall at Huaying Mountain in China after the ground gave way during a selfie, sparking global attention and renewed debate over safety at dangerous scenic spots.

South Africans marked Heritage Day on 24 September with events that highlighted the nation’s cultural wealth and the role of living heritage in shaping development. Academics from Stellenbosch University urged a focus on transforming traditions to drive social cohesion and economic growth. The holiday, once Shaka Day, now celebrates all cultural groups. Government policy aims to protect and leverage living heritage for contemporary challenges.

Tom Curioso, who started as a truck driver in 1986, is now Deputy Director of Stonington Public Works and has been named Supervisor of the Year by the American Public Works Association. His nearly 40 years of service have improved local infrastructure and inspired his department.

The Moroccan ambassador to Spain, Karima Benyaich, has underscored the significance of Morocco's assistance to Spain following the floods in Valencia. This aid, she states, is a testament to the robust diplomatic and strategic relations between the two nations. Despite past tensions related to issues like Western Sahara, recent cooperative efforts depict a renewed partnership marked by mutual respect and solidarity.

Nigerian crossdresser Bobrisky was detained at Seme Border, attempting to flee to Benin amid a bribery probe implicating top officials. The incident stems from leaked audio alleging Bobrisky bribed EFCC and NCoS. A special panel, led by the Minister of Interior, is now investigating these accusations, promising a thorough and impartial inquiry.

In early October 2024, North Korea held a Supreme People’s Assembly (SPA) session, shifting from expected unification talks to economic and military matters. This included Kim Jong Un's visit to the University of National Defense with an emphasis on military strategy. Tensions intensified as North Korea dismantled inter-Korean infrastructure and claimed 1.4 million KPA volunteers, reflecting rising military posturing and strained inter-Korean relations.

In a groundbreaking discovery, the remains of British mountaineer Andrew Irvine have been found on Mount Everest by a National Geographic documentary team led by Jimmy Chin. Irvine disappeared in 1924 during a historic expedition with George Mallory. This find, almost a century later, offers new insights into whether they were the first to reach Everest's summit.

Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in an Israeli airstrike, confronting the group with a critical challenge. His death, confirmed by the IDF, marks another major hit for the group, exacerbating tensions in a volatile region. Nasrallah's cousin, Hashem Safieddine, is seen as the likely successor. This development raises serious questions about Hezbollah's future and potential regional escalation.

Prophet Paseka 'Mboro' Motsoeneng, known for his contentious religious practices, has shocked South Africa after a violent episode at a school surfaced on social media. The footage shows the pastor wielding dangerous weapons and threatening teachers, leading to his arrest. This incident has ignited widespread concern and demands for accountability from both religious figures and educational authorities.

Ismail Haniyeh, the political chief of Hamas, was killed in an attack at his Tehran residence on July 31, 2024. The attack also claimed the life of one of his bodyguards. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is investigating the incident, which coincides with Iran's recent presidential inauguration and comes amid heightened regional tensions.

The BBC has rolled out a new Pidgin language service targeting digital platforms for West and Central Africa. Pidgin, spoken extensively across the area, will be used to deliver news, current affairs, culture, and more, produced from a hub in Lagos with additional input from Ghana and Cameroon. This initiative is part of the BBC's significant expansion effort backed by a 2016 funding increase.