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A federal judge temporarily halted the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was taken into custody by ICE during a check-in after previously being mistakenly deported to El Salvador. The judge expressed concerns over the potential deportation to Uganda and stated that the government failed to prove he would not face harm, emphasizing the protection of constitutional rights during legal proceedings. Want More Context? 🔎

The South African government has issued warnings to young women about social media job recruitment drives promoting work opportunities in Russia, particularly a controversial program showcased by influencer Cyan Boujee. Authorities are concerned that recruits may be misled about job conditions, with some allegedly ending up in drone production linked to the war in Ukraine. Want More Context? 🔎

AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has appointed a team to address traditional leadership disputes in KwaZulu-Natal, comprising MK Party KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Willies Mchunu, retired judge Mjabuliseni Madondo, and former minister S’bu Ndebele, among others. This initiative aims to ensure effective management and resolution of these disputes within the region. Want More Context? 🔎

Juliana GragnaniEditor, BBC Global Disinformation UnitMaria KorenyukBBC Global Disinformation UnitBBCListen to Juliana read this articleJavier Gallardo likes to start his morning watching a classical music programme on television - it is part of his routine, and puts him in the right mood for the day before going to work driving trucks.But one Monday in June, he turned on the television and, instead of music, the screen was filled with images of a warzone. A news...

Nigerian fans of Love Island USA are eagerly anticipating the reunion of couples after the Fiji finale, despite facing accusations of "toxic" behavior and attempts to manipulate voting outcomes. This season's drama, particularly surrounding contestant Huda Mustafa, has sparked significant online engagement, with over 2.1 million tweets from Nigeria, reflecting the country's deep investment in reality TV as a form of cultural expression. Want More Context? 🔎

US authorities informed Kilmar Ábrego García, recently released from custody, of potential deportation to Uganda after he declined a plea deal for human smuggling charges, which would have led to his deportation to Costa Rica. His lawyers claim this is coercive, as he has no ties to Uganda, and he has until Monday to accept the plea or face expedited deportation proceedings. Want More Context? 🔎