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France is seeking western support for a UN security council resolution that names Rwanda as being behind the M23 rebel group attacks inside the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including the surprise weekend seizure of parts of Goma, the largest city in eastern DRC.UN officials said as many as 4,000 Rwandan troops were escorting the M23 rebels. The UN secretary-general, António Guterres, on Sunday called on “the Rwandan defence forces to stop supporting the M23 and to withdraw from the territory of the DRC”. It was his clearest statement of Rwandan responsibility for much of the violence.But practical steps to…

Microsoft’s gaming CEO Phil Spencer has confirmed that the company will be bringing at least some of its games to the recently revealed Nintendo Switch 2. Spencer shared the news during an interview on Gamertag Radio. When asked how he felt about the recent reveal of the Switch 2. “I was exchanging emails with Furukawa-san, the CEO of Nintendo. I gave him a big congrats and said my old eyes appreciate the larger screen,” said Phil. More importantly, stated that Microsoft plans on supporting the new console with some of its own games. “Nintendo, their innovation, and what they mean…

On Sunday, the streets of Goma buzzed with motorcycles and were consumed by panic. Asifiwe Iragi Rugesha tried to navigate her six children through the crowds of fellow dispaced people. They had fled bombing in Kibati that morning. But with M23 closing in on Goma, they had hardly fled to a place of safety. Still, it was the only option, Ms. Rugesha said.“There is nothing else to do,” she said. “If M23 comes to Goma, we will die.”

WH Smith has told the BBC the post offices within its shops will remain should the sale of its High Street business go ahead.The retailer issued the statement following questions over the future of the 195 post offices within its stores.The company is in talks over a potential sale of its High Street stores as its business has become more focused on its shops in airports and train stations.It said its “partnership” with the Post Office was an “important part” of the business and “will continue should a sale of our High Street business to new owners proceed”.Since news of…

New Zealand has relaxed its visa requirements to allow tourists to work remotely while visiting the country in an effort to boost its tourism sector. Under the new rules, visitors can now carry out remote working for a foreign employer while holidaying in the country for up to 90 days, after which they could face possible tax implications. The country’s government has said the move is aimed at making New Zealand “more attractive to digital nomads”, referring to people who travel while working remotely. “The change will enable many visitors to extend their stays, which will lead to more money…

Leeds Rhinos’ star signing for 2025, Maika Sivo, has been ruled out for the entirety of the Super League season with an ACL injury.Sivo picked up the injury during Leeds’ pre-season friendly against Wigan Warriors on Sunday, going off in the first half of his side’s 22-4 victory. The Rhinos had signed the winger on a three-year deal from NRL side Parramatta Eels. The 31-year-old will now undergo surgery.In a statement, Leeds Rhinos head coach Brad Arthur said: “Our first thoughts are with Maika and we will all get round him and give him and his family our support. Twitter…

It’s safe to say 2024 was a roller coaster for BMW in the United States. Although sales jumped by 3.1% in the first half of the year, they subsequently fell to -0.2% after nine months. A huge recall, corroborated by a stop-sale, wiped out all the gains obtained through June in Q3. A positive Q4 2024, when deliveries rose by 8.9%, allowed the company to end last year with +2.5% higher shipments compared to 2023. Despite posting a second consecutive year of record sales, there’s still room for growth in 2025.BMW of North America CEO Sebastian Mackensen told Automotive News the…

The Senate is scheduled to vote Monday afternoon to confirm President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Treasury Department.The Senate voted on Saturday to advance Scott Bessent’s nomination by a 67–23 margin and his confirmation is expected Monday. Bessent recently appeared before the Senate Finance Committee for his confirmation hearing, where he called to extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that Trump approved during his first term. “This is the single most important economic issue of the day,” Bessent, a hedge fund billionaire from South Carolina, told lawmakers. TRUMP TREASURY PICK: EXTENDING TRUMP TAX CUTS ‘SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT ECONOMIC ISSUE’ Scott…

Does Tory Burch Do Returns? Yes, Tory Burch accepts returns and exchanges of new, unused merchandise within 30 days of receiving your order. Start a return or exchange online at toryburch.com/returns, where you can print a UPS prepaid label or have FedEx print one for you. You can also return items in-store with your invoice or receipt. Refunds are processed within 14 business days and issued to the original payment method or as an eGift Card. Exceptions include final sale, sample sale, select outlet items, and monogrammed products, which cannot be returned. Earrings, underwear, and swimwear are non-returnable for hygiene…

A hoard of British coins bearing the inscription of King Cunobelin and found in a Dutch field have been identified as very likely to be the spoils of war of a Roman soldier from the conquest of Britain.The 44 gold coins, known as staters, were discovered alongside 360 Roman coins, by two amateur archaeologists with metal detectors in a field in Bunnik, near Utrecht. The coins are believed to have been given as military pay.The staters bear the name of the British Celtic king also known as Cunobelinus, immortalised by Shakespeare as Cymbeline in the play of that name, who…