Mauritania
‘Looking for Pedro’: Smugglers send migrants to specific locations in New York City
At the airport in Nicaragua, the migrants all knew in advance to ask for a man who is featured in a popular TikTok video thanking Mauritanians who come to the United States for trusting him.
- Jay Root
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Boat packed with migrants sinks off Mauritania
The boat had left The Gambia in November, destined for Europe. A UN agency said 83 survivors swam to shore after it capsized.
- Carley Petesch
How much would you pay for a (moon) rock?
A moon rock discovered on Earth could fetch about $US500,000 ($706,800) when it goes on auction online next week.
African leaders pledge to defeat Islamic extremism as Macron visits
African heads of state have pledged to coordinate efforts to improve the continent's security and defeat jihadist groups.
Mauritania jails slave-owner for 20 years in harshest ruling
Slavery is a historical practice in Mauritania, which became the last country worldwide to legally abolish it in 1981.
- Nellie Peyton
Mauritania, Africa: Riding the iron ore train
If there is any reason to come to Mauritania's second-largest city, it is to ride on the iron ore train across the Sahara.
- Hugh Carveth
World's top 10 best places for a cuppa
Fancy a cuppa? From highbrow salons to highland plantations, Lonely Planet names the world's best places to have a cup of tea.
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