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Sheinbaum vows to ‘defend Mexicans at every level’ amid anger at Trump over migrant deaths

Summary: Sheinbaum has recently been taking a firmer stance with the US, defying pressures where other countries have caved The Mexican government has voiced concern about the deaths of its citizens in US custody, with Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum also pushing back against the Trump administration’s decision to impose an energy blockade on Cuba. Background The progressive Mexican leader has walked a careful line with Trump for more than a year, addressing provocations with a measured tone

Nina Kowalski · April 16, 2026

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US launches fifth strike on alleged Pacific drug boat in a week, killing three

Summary: Wednesday’s strike brings the total of those killed in US military strikes on alleged drug boats to at least 177 Three people were killed in a US strike on another alleged drug-trafficking boat, the fifth such deadly attack in as many days, military officials have outlined. Background US southern command noted it conducted “a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations” in the eastern Pacific, without naming the alleged group, in an X post.

Daniel Reyes · April 16, 2026

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Pedro Pascal v Pedro Piscal: actor in legal battle with Chilean spirit brand

Summary: Pedro Piscal pisco is latest Chilean brand to resemble a Hollywood name – and others have fought off the lawsuits The actor Pedro Pascal is waging a legal battle against a Chilean pisco merchant who has chosen a cheeky name for his brand of the country’s national spirit: Pedro Piscal. Background David Herrera registered the brand name with a Chilean commercial regulator in 2023 and began selling his pisco in off-licences and restaurants.

Fatima Noor · April 16, 2026

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Ant smuggler sentenced to a year in jail by Kenyan court

Summary: More than 2,200 ants were found in Zhang Kequn’s luggage at Nairobi airport, with baggage destined for China A Chinese national has been sentenced to a year in prison and fined by a Nairobi court for attempting to smuggle thousands of ants out of Kenya, a lucrative trade in east Africa that was exposed last year. Background The insects are mostly destined for China, the US and Europe, where they become pets and can be worth about $100 each.

Amira Hassan · April 16, 2026

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South Africa names apartheid-era negotiator as ambassador to US

Summary: Appointment of Roelf Meyer seen as attempt to improve relations amid false US accusations of ‘white genocide’ South Africa has appointed a former apartheid government chief negotiator during the talks that ended white rule in the 1990s as ambassador to the US, in what is seen as an attempt to improve the deeply strained diplomatic relationship between the two countries. Background Roelf Meyer replaces Ebrahim Rasool, who was expelled in March 2025 after he criticised the Trump administr

Laura Martens · April 16, 2026

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Suspicion surrounds death of US influencer Ashly Robinson in Zanzibar

Summary: Lifestyle influencer died while on vacation with boyfriend, who local officials say has since had his passport ‘withheld’ Ashly Robinson, a US lifestyle influencer, died last week while on vacation in the Tanzanian islands of Zanzibar with her boyfriend, Joe McCann. Background Robinson’s death on 9 April, just days after her birthday and a marriage proposal from McCann, has sparked suspicion on social media, with customers doubtful of the current narrative surrounding her death.

Viktor Petrov · April 16, 2026

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More than £1bn pledged for Sudan as humanitarian crisis deepens

Summary: Donors exceed funding target at Berlin conference but prospects for ceasefire remain distant More than £1bn (€1.15bn) has been pledged for war-ravaged Sudan at a conference in Berlin, eclipsing the funding target organisers had set to help mitigate the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. Background The financial commitments made on Wednesday will also help offset a chronic humanitarian funding shortfall in a country devastated by three years of conflict, where two-thirds of its populat

Zoe Mitchell · April 16, 2026

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South African politician Julius Malema given five-year jail term for gun offence

Summary: Leader of leftwing Economic Freedom Fighters was convicted last year for firing rifle in the air at 2018 rally The South African leftwing politician Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for firing a rifle in the air at a political rally in 2018. Background Lawyers for the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, South Africa’s fourth largest political party, immediately appealed, and Malema will remain free while the appeal proceedings are under way.

Fatima Noor · April 16, 2026

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Ex-Virginia deputy governor kills wife and himself in murder-suicide, police say

Summary: Investigators say Justin Fairfax shot his wife, Cerina, multiple times before turning the gun on himself. Background Context On the innovation side, research teams focus on efficiency gains, reliability, and measurable customer outcomes rather than headline metrics alone.

Thomas Lindberg · April 16, 2026

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Rescuers to use air cushions in latest effort to save stranded whale

Summary: "Timmy" has been stranded in the Baltic Sea for weeks despite several attempts to free the ailing animal. Background Context From a policy standpoint, jurisdictions differ on disclosure expectations, safety reviews, and cross-border data flows.

Daniel Reyes · April 16, 2026

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Naples bank robbers hold 25 people hostage then vanish through tunnel

Summary: The armed men reportedly evaded capture by escaping through the city's sewer system. Background Context On the innovation side, research teams focus on efficiency gains, reliability, and measurable customer outcomes rather than headline metrics alone.

Olivia Grant · April 16, 2026

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Brazil's former spy chief released from ICE detention

Summary: Bolsonaro ally Alexandre Ramagem was stopped by immigration agents in Orlando, Florida on Monday. Background Context Technology strategists highlight interoperability, security posture, and total cost of ownership as recurring themes in procurement conversations.

James Okonkwo · April 16, 2026