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Fabricated news graphic targets Sri Lankan opposition leader
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Fabricated news graphic targets Sri Lankan opposition leader

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A series of social media posts have emerged that denigrate a prominent Sri Lankan opposition leader using a fabricated news graphic. The posts,...

Feb 12, 2026 03:25 AM 1 min read
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Zimbabwe's Cabinet Approves Bill to Extend Mnangagwa's Presidency Until 2030
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Zimbabwe's Cabinet Approves Bill to Extend Mnangagwa's Presidency Until 2030

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Zimbabwe's Cabinet has backed a bill that would extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's rule until 2030. This decision comes amid ongoing political...

Feb 12, 2026 03:23 AM 1 min read
Center Negative
Mnangagwa Reshuffles Cabinet, Removes Muswere from Information Ministry
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Mnangagwa Reshuffles Cabinet, Removes Muswere from Information Ministry

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Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced a mini cabinet reshuffle, which includes the removal of Monica Muswere from her position as...

Feb 12, 2026 03:22 AM 1 min read
EZA Center Neutral
Zimbabwe's Youth Face Challenges Amid US Funding Cuts
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Zimbabwe's Youth Face Challenges Amid US Funding Cuts

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Zimbabwe's youth are experiencing significant challenges due to a drawdown of U.S. funding, which has historically supported various programs...

Feb 12, 2026 03:21 AM 2 min read
EEM Center Negative
R2.5bn Compensation Distributed to Mineworkers in Southern Africa, Thousands Still Awaiting Payment
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R2.5bn Compensation Distributed to Mineworkers in Southern Africa, Thousands Still Awaiting Payment

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A total of R2.5 billion has been paid to former mineworkers across South Africa, Lesotho, Botswana, eSwatini, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe. Despite...

Feb 12, 2026 03:20 AM 1 min read
XME Center Negative
Rights groups condemn detention of prominent Tunisian lawyer ahead of appeal hearing
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Rights groups condemn detention of prominent Tunisian lawyer ahead of appeal hearing

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Rights groups have condemned the detention of a prominent lawyer in Tunisia ahead of an appeal hearing. This incident has raised concerns about...

Feb 12, 2026 02:54 AM 1 min read
EFA Center Negative
Murder of Dante Michelini in Brazil Linked to Revenge for Past Crimes
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Murder of Dante Michelini in Brazil Linked to Revenge for Past Crimes

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Dante Michelini, known as 'Dantinho,' was found decapitated and burned in Guarapari, Brazil, on November 3. The Civil Police of Espírito Santo...

Feb 12, 2026 02:54 AM 2 min read
EWZ Center Negative
Suzane Richthofen Takes Action After Uncle's Death Amid Inheritance Dispute
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Suzane Richthofen Takes Action After Uncle's Death Amid Inheritance Dispute

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Suzane von Richthofen, who was convicted of orchestrating her parents' murder in 2002, informed the São Paulo Justice about actions taken...

Feb 12, 2026 02:49 AM 1 min read
SPY Center Neutral
Man Arrested for Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend in São Vicente Elevator
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Man Arrested for Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend in São Vicente Elevator

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A 32-year-old man was arrested in São Vicente, located on the coast of São Paulo, after he assaulted his 26-year-old ex-girlfriend. The incident...

Feb 12, 2026 02:43 AM 1 min read
EWZ Center Negative

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