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local-news7 days ago•2 min saved

Albuquerque Apartment Explosion Leaves Two Injured as Cause Remains Undetermined

An explosion at an apartment complex in northeast Albuquerque on Saturday injured two people and caused significant structural damage. While initial reports suggested a natural gas leak, the Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) has classified the incident as accidental with an undetermined ignition source. New Mexico Gas Company found no faults in its infrastructure, and residents are now breaking leases due to safety concerns.

via KOB 4|

#afr #albuquerque #apd

africa6 months ago•48 min saved

Cape Town mayor named DA leader as party pushes for broader reach

South Africa's Democratic Alliance elected Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis as its leader, signaling a push to expand the party's power beyond its traditional base ahead of local elections and potentially position for a national bid in 2029, while analysts caution that the DA's white-privilege reputation may limit its broader appeal.

via Reuters|

#afr #africa #gen

world6 months ago•45 min saved

Nigerian airstrike devastates Yobe market, about 200 feared dead

Nigerian military jets struck the Jilli Market in Yobe state while pursuing Boko Haram militants, with local officials saying about 200 people are feared dead. Injured were being taken to hospitals in Yobe and neighboring Borno, emergency responders said, as the Yobe SEMA activated its emergency plan; the air force claimed to have killed militants in Borno but did not confirm a market strike.

via Reuters|

#afr #insurg #ng