South Africans go to the polls this month, marking 30 years since the end of apartheid. This year’s elections could shift power as the ruling African National Congress (ANC) battles to maintain its hold.

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A British national who was charged with spying for Hong Kong is found dead in a park in unexplained circumstances.

One of Europe's largest tech conferences kicks off in Paris this Wednesday. Startups will meet investors, and guest speakers including Elon Musk will discuss the role of artificial intelligence at the VivaTech event.

Vaping is largely perceived as a safer alternative to smoking. While vaping does not expose users to tar or carbon monoxide, two of the most dangerous elements in tobacco smoke, vaping is far from safe and has its own health risks.

Displaced Palestinians are on the move again, this time from Rafah, where the Israeli military advances a ground offensive. As fighting is reported across Gaza, aid agencies warn that not enough aid is reaching people.