The Prime Minister (PM) of Papua New Guinea (PNG), James Marape, and the President of Timor-Leste, José Manuel Ramos-Horta, are among the guests invited to attend the country’s 46th Independence anniversary in Port Vila.

As Vanuatu celebrates 46 years of independence, a former police officer has shared a remarkable story from one of the country’s most turbulent periods—recounting the night he helped save the life of the man who would one day become the…

Vanuatu and Timor-Leste strengthened bilateral relations yesterday with the signing of a Development Cooperation Agreement and a Visa Waiver Arrangement.

A call has been made to all ni-Vanuatu to mark this year’s 46th Independence anniversary as an opportunity to renew national pride, strengthen unity, and recommit to building a stronger, more resilient and prosperous Vanuatu for future generations.

Two men convicted of serious sexual offences against children are back in the community after being granted presidential pardons on July 23, the eve of Children’s Day, despite each having more than five years remaining on their prison sentences.

For his family, six-year-old Zafeer Munir was their lifeline and now that he’s gone, his mother, father and sister don’t know how they are going to carry on.

The Penticton Art Gallery says they made an error after donated pieces of art ended up discarded at the local Value Village. The decision prompted major backlash from local artists and members of the community.

[allAfrica] As Africa grapples with shrinking international development funding and rising pressure to create jobs for its rapidly growing youth population, the Mastercard Foundation is making one of the continent's biggest long-term investments in higher education, committing US$500 million over the next decade to transform African universities.

Jammu and Kashmir Police attached properties belonging to five Pakistan-based terrorist handlers in Reasi district. This action aims to prevent the misuse of these assets for terror financing activities. The attached land was linked to a case registered under stringent anti-terror laws. Investigations revealed the accused had exfiltrated to Pakistan for terrorist training and now operate as handlers.

Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena declared twenty-three heritage sites protected monuments. This initiative provides legal protection for Ladakh's rich archaeological and historical heritage. Sites in Leh and Kargil districts were notified as protected monuments under a specific act. The administration will now undertake conservation measures and prevent encroachments on these sites. This move reflects a commitment to preserving Ladakh's unique historical legacy for future generations.

The J&K government approved a gas agency for Insha Mushtaq eight years later. This rehabilitation pledge was approved on Thursday, reviving a commitment made in 2016. Insha lost her eyesight at fourteen after a pellet gun incident during protests. She has since learned Braille and is pursuing a bachelor's degree. The approval marks a significant turning point for her future.

Roy Chan, currently deputy chief executive for operations at the Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA), will be appointed as its chief executive from Sept 1, the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) announced on Thursday (July 30).He takes over from Ng Chad-Son.Chan, 52, became a member of the defence technology community in 1998.Since then, he has been involved in the integration of sensor-guided systems for both the air force and navy.He also undertook a stint as deputy head at Mindef's strategic planning office between 2009 and 2012, before returning to the agency.After his return, Chan was involved in land systems project, including the Hunter Armoured Fighting Vehicle.He was appointed to his present role in 2021.Mindef said in its statement that Chan has developed deep experience in systems engineering and architecture, large-scale programme management and systems interoperability, having led the delivery of complex defence capabilities over the years.

A company and its director will be charged in court on Friday (July 31) for allegedly providing flag registration services to a ship sanctioned by the United Nations (UN), the police said on Thursday (July 30).The Petrel 8 was banned by the UN Security Council (UNSC) in October 2017 for transporting prohibited goods, namely coal, from North Korea.Investigations by the Commercial Affairs Department revealed that the company had allegedly provided flag registration services to the carrier on May 18, 2022, the police said.The 49-year-old male company director is accused of having reasonable grounds to believe that Petrel 8 was a UNSC-designated ship when his company provided the services.The company will be charged with one count under Regulation 8D(d)(ii) of the United Nations (Sanctions – DPRK) Regulations 2010. Meanwhile, the company director will be charged under the same Regulations for abetting the company to commit the offence.Under the United Nations Act 2001, a person who contravenes the Regulations faces a jail term of up to 10 years and, or a fine of up to $500,000.

A multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) caught fire on Tampines Expressway at about 7.40pm on Thursday (July 30) towards Seletar Expressway, after the Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway exit.Videos of the incident posted on social media show flames engulfing the front bonnet of the vehicle. At one point, creepers growing on the underside of the overhead viaduct can be seen burning. At least two police fast response cars and one fire engine were present at the scene. PHOTO: Screengrab/Telegram Based on a video submitted to and posted on Singapore Road Accident's Facebook page, at least two police fast response cars and one fire engine were present at the scene.The car is also seen completely burnt down.

The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine issued a warning regarding AYUSH doctors. It stated that calling registered practitioners 'quacks' lacks legal basis. Such descriptions may infringe upon their constitutional and professional rights. Duly qualified and registered AYUSH doctors are legally recognized healthcare professionals. The commission reiterated that these practitioners deserve legal protection and respect.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Parliament passed a new bill to prevent unfair means in public examinations. This legislation aims to build a more trustworthy examination system across the nation. The government has taken continuous steps to improve examination processes and address paper leaks. This new law will ensure no paper leak mafia or gang playing with students' futures is spared.

Beijing has lodged a protest after New Zealand FM told Chinese-born MP to “go back to your own country” Read Full Article at RT.com

Light northerly or variable winds, generally 3–10 m/s, will prevail across Iceland today. Skies will be mostly clear in the west, while drizzle or light rain is expected in the northeast and east. Conditions there are forecast to improve during the afternoon.

The owner of Dalsbú mink farm in Mosfellsdalur says his business has suffered enormous damage after thousands of minks were released from the farm overnight.

Le Rassemblement des ressortissants de Mbinambi Moubou confirme qu'il est une association d'actions et non de promesses. Après avoir honoré les mamans lors de la fête des Mères et apporté un précieux soutien au secteur éducatif grâce à la distribution de cahiers et de tableaux noirs, l'organisation franchit une nouvelle étape en se tournant vers l'agriculture. Sous le leadership de son président, Éric Doungou, les travaux d'aménagement d'une plantation de 1,5 hectare ont été (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Le Roi Mohammed VI a adressé, le 29 juillet 2026, un discours à la Nation à l'occasion du 27e anniversaire de son accession au Trône. Une allocution largement consacrée à l'économie, où le souverain marocain dresse un bilan chiffré de croissance, appelle le secteur financier national à mobiliser l'épargne domestique pour financer la transformation du pays, et formule le vœu qu'un nouveau cycle de développement s'amorce au lendemain des prochaines législatives, sous le signe de la (...) - INTERNATIONAL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

À l'occasion du dîner d'État offert hier soir à Accra par le Président John Dramani Mahama en l'honneur du Président de la République, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, les deux Chefs d'État ont réaffirmé leur volonté commune de consolider la coopération stratégique entre le Gabon et le Ghana. Au-delà du caractère protocolaire de cette réception, ce moment privilégié a permis de prolonger les échanges engagés au cours de la journée et de renforcer les liens de confiance (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The concept of concentrating all higher education at the beginning of your life is outdated, Sanjeev Sanyal has told RT India Read Full Article at RT.com

The US Senate has unanimously urged Donald Trump not to pardon convicted Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell Read Full Article at RT.com

Why Türkiye refuses to fully align with the West against Russia, despite NATO pressure, Ukraine ties, and growing incentives from US and EU Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow has reportedly proposed settlement with Dhaka in Indian rupees as it seeks to unlock loan payments for nuclear plant Read Full Article at RT.com

Hordes of north African migrants have broken into Spain from Morocco, prompting local authorities to declare an emergency Read Full Article at RT.com

In Maria Zakharova's words, Zelensky is absolutely unable to negotiate