Africa
Man Sworn in As Libya's New Leader Speaks Out On His Fight for Recognition
"I intend to pursue collaboration and transparency to move our country forward," Fathi Bashagha, one of two men claiming to be Libya's prime minister, told Newsweek.
Insane Driver Vs Elephant: Watch Car Try to Intimidate Herd
The driver in the video did something "absolutely insane" and attempted to swerve past the huge animal.
Watch Male and Female Leopard Show Affection in Astonishing Rare Footage
Big cat expert Tara Pirie said this behavior is "rarely seen" because leopards are often alone, but it can occur between a mother and her cub.
Say Her Name: Women Persecuted for Their Religion or Belief
On this International Women's Day, we ask that you say the names of women targeted and imprisoned for exercising and advocating for freedom of religion and belief.
North Carolina Man Loses Fingers, Almost Dies, After Venomous Viper Attack
The man was treated with 44 bottles of antivenom over the course of a week, which is double the usual amount used on a standard snake bite
Orphaned Albino Elephant Calf Swims With Adopted Family in Adorable Video
The 2-year-old albino calf was welcomed into the herd after she was rescued from a poacher's snare, abandoned and wounded, with her family nowhere to be seen.
Where Is the Outcry For All Global Conflicts and War?
It's racist jargon that makes us ignore conflicts raging internationally.
Turkey's 'Game-changer' Bayraktar Drones Won't Secure Ethiopia's Peace
A lull in gunfire should not be a moment to strategize fresh war plans. It should be a chance to fortify peace.
The Sahel Needs Help as Famine Looms
If the world pays attention to the Sahel crisis in Africa, a lot can be done to prevent the impending famine.
'Very Hungry' Black Mamba Breaks Into Cage and Eats Seven Pet Birds
Snake catcher Nick Evans said just one of the birds would have been a small meal for the mamba
Saied and Tunisia's Enemies of Democracy: A Tale of Buridan's Paradox
Democratic parliaments around the world must intensify their support for Tunisia and meet with Tunisians who truly aspire for freedom and a way forward.
Cute but Deadly Baby Black Mamba Caught Hiding in Moving Boxes
The highly venomous snake was found lurking among boxes as the homeowners prepared to move house.
Pangolins Suffer PTSD Once Saved From Horrors of Illegal Wildlife Trade
When trafficked, pangolins are emaciated, completely dehydrated, sometimes they are so weak they can't even roll themselves up.
Heartbreak As Rare Elephant Twin Starves to Death During Prolonged Drought
The Amboseli Trust for Elephants said both calves, who were born in 2020, had been struggling in recent months.
The Dark Secret of Valentine's Day Chocolate
As consumers, we hold the power to demand change for the better
China Strengthens Ties in Mideast and Africa As US Influence Declines
"The Chinese help build bridges and roads, and do not get involved in any of their politics or military aspirations. The main business of China is business, and that is a big reason for their rapid expansion," Sarwar Kashmeri of the Foreign Policy Association told Newsweek
Africa's Islamist Terrorism Problem Is a Global, Not Local, Threat
Africa, not the Middle East, is the breeding ground of Islamist terrorism today.
It's Time to Stop Normalizing Violence Against Women
The next generation understands that their body is their own, and that marriage is not a trophy that should be accepted under any circumstances.
South Sudanese Struggle to Survive Climate Change Effects
Record-breaking floods in South Sudan have swallowed up large swaths of land and destroyed livelihoods for years to come, leaving millions of people in the world's youngest nation hungry and besieged by climate change.
All-male Cheetah Pack Kill Leader in Bloody Coup
The dead leader had wounds all over his body as his four former allies ran away with bloody paws, Jeffery Wu, who found the body, said on Instagram.
Male Lions Sheltering From Rain Captured in Beautiful, Tender Photograph
The image was one of the highly commended pictures from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award.
Chimps Observed Applying Insects to Open Wounds in 'Surprising Behavior'
Researchers believe the insects being used by the chimpanzees could have anti-inflammatory or antiseptic properties.
Cheetah Mom Protects Cubs From Males in Nail-biting Footage
Filmmaker Beverly Joubert said that stand-offs like this were "chilling" to watch as the species so vulnerable.
Orphaned Rhino and Zebra Help Make Milk in Mischievous, Adorable Video
Daisy the rhino and Modjadji the zebra foal were both taken to the Care For Wild Rhino Sanctuary after they were found alone in the wild.
Watch Hyena Walk on Two Legs After Being Paralyzed in Lion Attack
"I was honestly stunned... he has seemed to overcome extreme adversity," photographer Cathan Moore told Newsweek.
U.K. Investment in Africa Shouldn't Come at the Expense of Human Rights
At the moment, there is a lack of binding regulation on companies when it comes to human rights and environmental abuses.
Elephant Tramples Tourist to Death After He Left His Car During Safari
The Uganda Wildlife Authority said the angry elephant charged at the victim and killed him on the spot.
Insect With 'Almost Completely Unknown' Biology Found in Remote Rainforest
The insect is so rare that the most recent sighting of a similar species was made in a different country in 1969.
FIFA President Suggests More World Cups Will Save Migrating Africans
"We need to find ways to include the whole world to give hope to Africans," FIFA president Gianni Infantino said.
African Christians Face Deadly Violence in 2022
In recent months, dangers to Africa's Christian believers—and particularly converts from Islam—are swelling exponentially.