Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Congress party for its perceived lack of self-awareness. He contrasted the current leadership with former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's admission of Emergency actions. Rahul Gandhi questioned the delay in implementing the Women's Reservation Bill. He urged its immediate implementation without linking it to delimitation. The bill's passage and subsequent implementation remain a point of contention.

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) MP Steven “Baba Steve” Malondera has taken to Facebook with a reflective message on confidence and personal conviction, telling followers that building an extraordinary life requires breaking away from the crowd rather than following it. In the post, Malondera, who also chairs the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), shared what he described […] The post MCP MP Malondera says ‘confidence gives you courage to stand alone’ in cryptic social media post amid political tensions appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The Malawi Housing Corporation (MHC) has unveiled plans to redevelop the Malangalanga area of Lilongwe into a modern commercial hub, as part of efforts to reshape the city’s urban landscape. Speaking to stakeholders during an engagement meeting on Friday, MHC chief executive Bob Chimkango said the redeveloped area would become a centre for business, economic […] The post MHC to redevelop Lilongwe’s Malangalanga into commercial hub appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The tombstone of former Super League of Malawi (SULOM) secretary general ex-Mighty Wanderers FC general secretary Henry Chibowa has been unveiled at HHI Cemetery in Blantyre, in an emotional ceremony bringing together family and prominent figures from Malawian football. Chibowa’s sons, Henry Jnr and Goodwin, were among family members who laid wreaths at the graveside, […] The post Malawi football pays tribute as Chibowa’s tombstone is unveiled appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A third-year student at the Malawi Institute of Journalism (MIJ) has been found dead at her home in Naperi, in the city of Blantyre, in circumstances that have left family, friends and classmates deeply shaken. Thokozile Machilinga was discovered with a cloth rope tied around her neck, according to preliminary reports from the scene. Nyasa […] The post Malawi journalism student found dead in Blantyre appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Miss Malawi First Princess Ireen Navicha has departed for Vietnam to represent the country at the 73rd Miss World pageant, insisting she remains mentally strong and firmly focused on her mission despite ongoing controversy surrounding her participation. Navicha will compete on the world stage between 8 August and 5 September, carrying Malawi’s flag into one […] The post ‘I’m ready to carry Malawi flag’: Navicha departs for Miss World amid controversy appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The vote grants President Donald Trump’s former criminal defense lawyer a full stint as the head of the Justice Department, which has been rocked by vacancies and controversies.

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) has counted on split-ticket voters to help her win office in a blue state. Some of those supporters are more reluctant to vote for her again.

São Paulo, Brazil: Brazil is awaiting Jamaica’s response to a proposed sanitary agreement that would clear the way for poultry and pork exports to the island. Although Brazil is one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of animal protein, it is currently not authorised to export poultry or pork to Jamaica because no bilateral sanitary certification agreement is in place. Brazilian beef exports to Jamaica are also limited to processed or canned products.

The Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) was under a virtual lockdown for several hours until late Friday as security forces continued a high-level operation into a major cocaine bust that the police have estimated at approximately J$1 billion. The operation reportedly began Thursday morning and remained active late Friday as police, the Jamaica Customs Agency and other members of the security forces restricted movement in and around the port while pursuing leads into the shipment and persons who may have been involved.

Le stade de Mabanda a abrité, mardi 4 août 2026, la cérémonie officielle de lancement de la Coupe départementale de la Doutsila. L'événement a été présidé par le Coordonnateur général de la compétition, et Directeur de cabinet du Ministre, Félicien Moukagni, représentant le parrain empêché, Pr Charles Edgar Mombo, d'ailleurs Commissaire Politique UDB, Ministre de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique, Porte-parole du Gouvernement. Cette compétition sportive rassemble (...) - FOOTBALL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

L'Église Évangélique du Gabon n'est pas la propriété d'un homme, d'un groupe ou d'une génération. Elle appartient au Christ et sa mission nous engage tous. Dans un contexte où notre Église doit retrouver pleinement sa force spirituelle, son unité et sa crédibilité, le moment est venu de regarder au-delà des ambitions personnelles pour nous consacrer à l'essentiel : la mission. C'est le sens de la démarche du Pasteur Brice Okoué Ondo. Son ambition n'est pas de construire une Église (...) - RELIGION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Cette nouvelle journée de travail du Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a été marquée par une série d'entretiens de haut niveau avec des acteurs économiques et diplomatiques, illustrant la dynamique de coopération engagée par le Gabon avec ses partenaires africains. Poursuivant son agenda, le Chef de l'État a reçu une délégation du Groupe NSIA conduite par son Président, Jean Kakou Diagou. Les échanges ont porté sur le renforcement (...) - ECONOMIE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

A 38-year-old driver died after his car was believed to have crashed into a traffic light and road divider in Hougang, causing it to flip onto its side on Friday (Aug 7).The incident occurred at around 4.20am that morning at Hougang Avenue 6 towards Hougang Avenue 10.Photos of the aftermath shared on Facebook by user Eng Seng Teo show a black car lying on its side with its bonnet crushed, next to a broken road railing and surrounded by debris. At least two police cars can be seen at the scene.Long (transliterated), a 29-year-old passerby, told Shin Min Daily News that he had seen the overturned car and the unconscious driver.He added that about 10 Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) personnel were at the scene to rescue the trapped driver.Lin (transliterated), a 60-year-old renovation contractor, told the Chinese daily that she had heard a loud bang and went to take a look. She added that passersby knocked on the car window but received no response and had to wait for SCDF to arrive.

Two persons, aged 23 and 29, were arrested for their alleged involvement in a case of motor vehicle theft.Police said in a news release on Aug 7 that they were alerted to a case of car theft at a multi-storey carpark along Kranji Loop at about 7.45pm on July 24.According to the victim, he had parked his rental car at the carpark on July 21.Officers from Woodlands Police Division established the identity of a 29-year-old man through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from police cameras.He was arrested on Aug 6 and the stolen vehicle was also recovered.Preliminary investigations revealed that the keys to the rental car had been left unattended overnight on one of the car tyres.Investigations against the 23-year-old woman are ongoing.The man will be charged in court on Aug 8 with the offence of theft of motor vehicle. If found guilty, he could be jailed for up to seven years and fined.[[nid:742094]]editor@asiaone.com 

Three people, aged between 25 and 38, have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a coordinated scheme that compromised the Singpass accounts of work permit holders.Police said in a news release on Friday (Aug 7) night that since early August, at least 23 work permit holders have reported that their Singpass accounts were locked after being approached and offered an $80 cash incentive in exchange for access to their accounts. Some of the victims were purportedly told that their Singpass accounts would be used to purchase National Day Parade (NDP) tickets at a discounted price of $500.After they agreed to participate in the scheme, the work permit holders were allegedly instructed to meet the perpetrators at locations such as MRT stations, Housing and Development Board (HDB) estates and construction sites.Subsequently, the victims' work permits were scanned and their Singpass passwords obtained from them.The compromised accounts were then used to apply for telco or financial accounts, the police said.

For some boys, the journey from childhood to manhood is shaped by challenges that are not always visible in the classroom. Low self-esteem, peer pressure, limited motivation, difficult home circumstances and the absence of positive male role models can influence how they learn, behave and see themselves.

The St Thomas Health Department will host a series of free back-to-school medical clinics and vaccination drives across the parish throughout August, as part of its annual public health outreach programme. Medical teams will provide health assessments, administer HPV and other routine vaccines where required, and complete school medical forms, to help ensure students are prepared for the new school year.

Experienced attorney-at-law Kelly-Ann Murdock has officially been installed as the country’s chief corruption prosecutor, about four months after acting in that role at the Integrity Commission (IC). Murdock, who is the director of corruption prosecution at the IC, has the task of prosecuting acts of corruption and related offences, including illicit enrichment, bribery, and failing to file or filing false statutory declarations. At the same time, Sashein Wright-Chin has been appointed director of corruption prevention, stakeholder engagement and anti-corruption strategy.

São Paulo, Brazil: Brazil is awaiting Jamaica’s response to a proposed sanitary agreement that would clear the way for poultry and pork exports to the island. Although Brazil is one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of animal protein, it is currently not authorised to export poultry or pork to Jamaica because no bilateral sanitary certification agreement is in place. Brazilian beef exports to Jamaica are also limited to processed or canned products.

The Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL) was under a virtual lockdown for several hours until late Friday as security forces continued a high-level operation into a major cocaine bust that the police have estimated at approximately J$1 billion. The operation reportedly began Thursday morning and remained active late Friday as police, the Jamaica Customs Agency and other members of the security forces restricted movement in and around the port while pursuing leads into the shipment and persons who may have been involved.

Ernesto Soberon Guzman also pointed to contradictions in US officials' statements about Cuba

The Corsican National Liberation Front-Union of Combatants (FLNC-UC) released a video on Thursday, in which around twelve hooded members stand with submachine-guns and rifles.

The 29-year-old actress and 30-year-old actor were spotted cruising around the city in a charming, 70s-era, forest green Jaguar.

The pressure on Gianni Infantino to resign as FIFA president has grown after it emerged UEFA paid off his alleged mistress during his time with the European governing body.

Investigators announced on Friday night that they were looking again into a report of an attempted burglary at a London address in April 2025.

Victoria Beckham once again showcased her incredibly toned physique as she donned a taupe bikini while soaking up the sun onboard the family's £16million yacht in St Tropez on Friday.

A deceitful narrative is being peddled by politicians, including our own new Prime Minister, that this crisis is over. The truth is it's only just beginning.

According to Enrique Arias Gil, among these 400 people were officers holding the ranks of brigadier general, colonel and lieutenant colone

A real contribution to stabilizing the situation in the border areas should be the launch of the process of delimitation of the Georgian-South Ossetian and Georgian-Abkhaz state borders, followed by their demarcation, the ministry said

[New Times] Rwanda is preparing to roll out a five-year Teacher Training College (TTC) programme this September, but one key aspect of the reform is still being finalised: where will the students complete the additional two years of study?

[IPS] London -- Burkina Faso's charismatic young military leader, army captain Ibrahim Traoré, has stopped pretending. In April, he declared that people should 'forget about the question of democracy' because 'democracy isn't for us'. When Traoré seized power in September 2022, ousting a leader who'd staged a coup earlier that year, he promised elections by June 2024. The junta broke that pledge, pushing any transition back to 2029. Now Traoré has confirmed he has no intention of restoring democracy.

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Tourism stakeholders have welcomed Uganda Airlines' decision to launch direct flights to Kigali, Rwanda, and Accra, Ghana, saying the new connections are expected to boost visitor arrivals, trade, and investment while strengthening Uganda's position as a regional tourism destination.

Renowned prophet and entrepreneur Shepherd Bushiri has urged Malawians to tackle poverty head-on by fundamentally rewiring their mindset and embracing practical strategies for building wealth. Speaking at the Sycamore Consult Wealth Creation Conference in Blantyre, Bushiri told attendees that poverty is far more complex than simply a lack of money, describing it instead as something […] The post ‘Poverty is a spirit, a mindset, a lifestyle’: Prophet Bushiri tells Malawians to change their thinking to escape hardship appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.