8 Luxury Cruising Trends for 2026 That Everyone Will Be Talking About

8 Biggest Luxury Cruising Trends of 2026 Seabourn - Hearst Owned "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cruising—especially luxury cruising—has never been more tantalizing. With new ships...

Bitget CEO Gracy Chen Supports Inaugural UNICEF Game Jam

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bitget, the world’s leading Universal Exchange (UEX), is formally supporting the first-ever global UNICEF Game Jam, a virtual hackathon for young people across eight countries to create original...

Benni McCarthy warns Ivory Coast as Kenya look to end qualifiers with pride

Harambee Stars' captain Michael Olunga celebrates with teammates in a recent match/HANDOUT Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has issued a pointed reminder to the Cote d'Ivoire ahead of their final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying clash — that...

African SIDS Blue Economy Project Showcased at the Africa Blue Economy Week in Addis Ababa

The USD 9 million initiative, which will be implemented over a period of 3 and a half years, is designed to transform livelihoods and ecosystems across six island nations, namely Cabo Verde, Comoros, Guinea-Bissau, Mauritius, São Tomé and...

KEITH MWEEMBA APPOINTED TO FIFA LEGAL COMMITTEE

MWEEMBA APPOINTED TO FIFA LEGAL COMMITTEE Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) President, Keith Mweemba, has been appointed as a member of the FIFA Legal Committee, in a huge recognition of his legal expertise and contribution to football...

Inside Tennis Player Félix Auger-Aliassime and Equestrian Nina Aliassime’s Romantic Marrakech Wedding

Tennis player Félix Auger-Aliassime first noticed equestrian Nina Aliassime from afar during one of his tournaments in March 2019. “When I couldn’t shake the thought of her, I felt strongly compelled to meet her before leaving the city if I wanted...

Top 7 most attractive African countries for retirees in 2025

With island nations offering quality healthcare, countries boasting vibrant cultures and affordable living, and governments rolling out favorable visa policies, more retirees are now looking south of the equator for their golden years. Blessed...

Dussehra Long Weekend: 6 Visa Free Countries For Indians That Are Less Than 6 Hours Away

Dussehra Long Weekend: 6 Visa Free Countries For Indians That Are Less Than 6 Hours Away As the Dussehra long weekend approaches, Indian travellers are looking beyond crowded domestic hotspots for quick escapes that don’t require a stack of...

Winning Moments: 76 Photographs From The 2025 Ocean Photographer Of The Year Awards

The Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 has once again brought together some of the world’s most powerful and inspiring ocean imagery. Hosted by Oceanographic Magazine, the competition celebrates the beauty of the sea while also shining a light on...

Images of Assomption Island development show extensive beach development

Before and after Qatari development on Assomption Island. Image was sent to us and is believed to show development up until at least June, 2025. The damage appeared on Google Earth, and then was somehow scrubbed: but we have obtained a before and...

Salah aims to put poor Liverpool form aside and help Egypt seal World Cup spot

Mohamed Salah will look to put a disappointing start to his season with Liverpool behind him on Wednesday and help Egypt beat Djibouti and qualify for the 2026 World Cup. A win for the seven-time African champions over one of the lowest ranked...

Best Places to Travel in the Month of October

By the time October rolls around, the air is just cool enough to tempt a suitcase out of storage. Many places even clear up for the final stretch of the year. That sweet spot—right before winter sets in but after summer’s rush—is when places...

Australia Supports Vietnam’s UN Peacekeepers

Department of Defence Excitement and nerves accompanied Vietnam’s youngest peacekeeper into South Sudan. Captain Do Hoang Thanh Tam, 23, joined 62 Vietnam People’s Army medical personnel on an Australian C-17A Globemaster in late September,...

Mliswa flees to South Africa?

Outspoken former legislator Temba Mliswa has reportedly fled Zimbabwe for South Africa amid escalating political tensions following his public accusations against Vice President Constantino Chiwenga of corruption and being misled by his wife,...

The best places for a honeymoon in winter

You’ve said your vows, heard (or endured) the speeches, cut the cake and danced your first dance – now it’s time to kick-start married life with an unforgettable trip. Wondering where to honeymoon in winter? Whether you want tropical beaches,...

2025 Travel Noire Awards Nominees: Best Black-Owned Tour Company

The travel industry has seen growth in Black-owned tour companies that cater to the needs and experiences of Black travelers. These companies create safe spaces for exploration while fostering a sense of community among curious global citizens....

Israel, Hamas Hold Indirect Negotiations on Gaza

Welcome back to World Brief, where we’re looking at the sticking points in Israel-Hamas negotiations, the resignation of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, and how a party leadership pick is shaking Japanese markets. Points of Contention...

JustMarkets Wins the “Best Global Broker” Award at JFEX 2025

Global multi-asset broker JustMarkets has been awarded the prestigious title of “Best Global Broker” at the Jordan Financial Expo 2025 (JFEX), one of the MENA region’s most influential financial and fintech events. This award recognizes brokers...

10 Irresistible Places to Travel in October for Your Next Escape

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - As summer fades, there are still a myriad of places to travel in October, where fiery autumn foliage carpets city streets for wanderers who love golden days. At the same time, sunlit shores in different horizons of the world...

Today in Africa — September 29, 2025: Youth-Led Protests Shake Morocco and Madagascar, NoViolet Bulawayo Wins ‘Best of Caine’ Award

Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...