Guinea has banned the export of unrefined gold, effective immediately, to promote domestic processing, create jobs, and boost its economy. The move follows a meeting with gold producers and buyers, aiming to capture more value from its significant gold production.
Spain's Lamine Yamal, a star at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, wears boots featuring the flags of Morocco and Equatorial Guinea, honoring his parents' birthplaces. Despite choosing to play for Spain, Yamal's footwear signifies his connection to his diverse heritage.
Guinea is prioritizing iron ore exports to China for 'green steel' production, diverting bauxite vessels due to higher prices and upcoming seasonal rains. This move aids China's diversification from Australian and Brazilian ore, impacting major operators like Baowu Winning Consortium Simandou.
Tony Bloom, owner of Brighton FC, celebrated a significant win at Royal Ascot with his horse Venetian Sun, acquired for a modest sum. The horse's victory in a Group One race highlights Bloom's knack for identifying sporting talent at bargain prices, similar to his approach in football.
Domingos Simoes Pereira, leader of Guinea-Bissau's PAIGC party, remains under house arrest following a military coup, sparking international concern from Portugal and Portuguese-speaking nations. Military leadership dismisses criticism as interference, while the opposition alleges a political motive to weaken dissent ahead of new elections.
Ombudsman delivered a commanding performance to win the Prince of Wales's Stakes, beating last season's Oaks and Arc winners, Minnie Hauk and Daryz. Jockey William Buick eased the 11-10 favorite to a four-length victory, showcasing exceptional acceleration. Trainer John Gosden praised the horse's class and turn of foot, with the Juddmonte International at York a potential next target.
Equatorial Guinea's government has resigned after failing to meet nearly 90% of its targets, with Vice President Nguema Obiang citing a lack of results and rampant corruption. President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo expressed dissatisfaction with the government's failure to diversify the economy and misuse of state resources.
Bow Echo, ridden by Billy Loughnane and trained by George Boughey, narrowly won the St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot, remaining unbeaten. Jockey Ryan Moore received a suspension for careless riding.
Bow Echo, ridden by Billy Loughnane and trained by George Boughey, narrowly won the St James's Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot, remaining unbeaten. The race featured early scrimmaging, leading to a jockey suspension, and a close finish with Gstaad.
Sweden secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia in their first World Cup finals match in eight years. Yasin Ayari, Alexander Isak, and Viktor Gyokeres scored in the first half, with Mattias Svanberg and Ayari adding goals in the second. Omar Rekik scored Tunisia's lone goal.
Sweden began their World Cup campaign with a dominant 5-1 victory over Tunisia. Yasin Ayari scored twice, with Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres also finding the net, while Mattias Svanberg added a late goal. Tunisia's lone response came from Omar Rekik.
Đội hình Australia dự World Cup 2026 thể hiện sự đa dạng đáng kinh ngạc, với nhiều cầu thủ sinh ra ở nước ngoài, từng sống trong trại tị nạn hoặc có cha mẹ là người nhập cư. Điều này phản ánh chính sách nhập cư và tiếp nhận người tị nạn của Australia.
Jockey Saffie Osborne is in exceptional form, securing 22 wins in the Flat jockeys' championship's first six weeks. With a strong performance and a profitable betting record, she is now targeting her first Royal Ascot winner, a pinnacle event in her sport.
An international coalition of lawyers has filed a lawsuit with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights to block deportations to Equatorial Guinea from the US, targeting a 'third-country' agreement allowing the US to deport individuals to Equatorial Guinea despite its poor human rights record.
Northern Ireland's young team beats Guinea 1-0 with a goal from Tom Atcheson, despite playing with 10 men for 25 minutes
Northern Ireland secured a 1-0 victory over Guinea in a friendly, with Tom Atcheson scoring the lone goal on his debut. Manager Michael O'Neill described Atcheson's subsequent red card as having "killed the game," but praised his team's character in holding on for the win ahead of their match against France.
Favourite Gtsaad secured a dominant victory in the Irish 2,000 Guineas at the Curragh, marking Aidan O'Brien's 12th win in the event. Ridden by Ryan Moore, the horse pulled away impressively to finish three lengths ahead of its competitors.
Conjoined twins from Papua New Guinea, Sawong and Tom, were surgically separated in Sydney. While Sawong has a good chance of survival, Tom, who had multiple health issues, died during the procedure. The case highlights the need for improved medical services in PNG.
Conjoined twins from Papua New Guinea, Sawong and Tom, were surgically separated in Sydney. While Sawong has a good chance of survival, Tom, who had multiple health issues, died during the procedure. The case highlights the need for improved medical services in PNG.
Conjoined twins Tom and Sawong, born in Papua New Guinea, underwent a complex separation surgery in Sydney. While Sawong survived, Tom tragically passed away. The case highlights the critical need for improved medical services in PNG.
China and Papua New Guinea signed an agreement on May 21 to enhance their economic partnership, aiming to expand bilateral trade, attract investment, and deepen cooperation in global supply chains.
Die chinesische Aluminum Corporation (Chalco) plant eine Investition von rund einer Milliarde Dollar in eine neue Aluminiumoxidhütte in Guinea. Die Anlage soll eine Jahreskapazität von 1,2 Millionen Tonnen erreichen und wäre Chalcos erstes Werk außerhalb Chinas. Die guineische Regierung erhält zunächst einen Fünf-Prozent-Anteil und kann diesen auf bis zu 35 Prozent ausbauen.
Die chinesische Aluminum Corporation (Chalco) investiert rund 1 Milliarde Dollar in eine Aluminiumoxidhütte in Guinea. Die Anlage soll 1,2 Mio. Tonnen pro Jahr produzieren und Chalcos erstes Werk außerhalb Chinas werden. Guinea erhält zunächst 5% Anteile.
Papua New Guinea's government warns communities not to fish along parts of the New Ireland coastline due to detected metals in water samples, following months of dead marine life reports and illness among residents.
