Authorities announce a special effort to crack down on illegal foreign fishing boats after intercepting 10 boats in Queensland waters since New Year's Day alone.

L’Université de la Polynésie française (UPF) a annoncé l’ouverture d’un nouveau parcours universitaire axé sur les enjeux maritimes et environnementaux ce lundi 9 février. Intitulé « Océan et Défis Durables » (ODD), ce cursus s’inscrit dans la licence STES (Sciences de la Transition Écologique et Sociétale) et vise à former des professionnels capables de répondre aux défis liés à la préservation des écosystèmes marins et à l’économie bleue.

La 23ème édition du Festival International du Film Océanien (FIFO) a officiellement débuté ce lundi à la Maison de la Culture. Une conférence de presse réunissant organisateurs et festivaliers a eu lieu, promettant une semaine d’immersion profonde dans les réalités et les enjeux des peuples de l'Océanie, avec un accent particulier sur la jeunesse. 

I hear a loud crash outside the bedroom. I check my phone and it's 4am. My husband Mike sways into my field of vision, smiling wonkily. 'Soz, got back a bit later than I thought...'

Beijing is regrouping to adapt to the new hemispheric world order, but not retreating from Latin America Read Full Article at RT.com

A brazen daytime attempted robbery unfolded in Italy’s Puglia region where masked assailants ambushed an armored cash-in-transit vehicle Read Full Article at RT.com

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to block the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, poised to become the newest border crossing between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit.

Via Rail says recent train cancellations within its Toronto-Ottawa-Montreal corridor are being made in response to «heightened operational pressure.»

Bruce Fanjoy, the Liberal MP for Carleton, has broken ranks with his party to criticize the federal government's latest return-to-office (RTO) mandate.

U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to stall the opening of the new Canada- U.S. border crossing is «just insane,» Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens said Monday night.

Prime Minister Modi emphasized the power of reading newspapers and discussing ideas, a habit from his student days, during Pariksha Pe Charcha. He cautioned against technology's overreach, urging students to use AI as a guide, not a replacement for learning. PM Modi also advised on exam preparation, rest, and avoiding comparisons, highlighting that small habits build a developed nation.

The High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Monday sentenced former media tycoon Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia is showing notable restraint in the face of constant attempts to undermine peace talks, Fyodor Lukyanov has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

Ghislaine Maxwell on Monday refused to answer questions from House lawmakers investigating the case of her deceased pedophile lover Jeffrey Epstein.

A lawyer for about Jeffrey Epstein’s associate Ghislaine Maxwell said she is prepared to testify before lawmakers if first granted clemency.

India's oil sourcing strategy will prioritize national interest, avoiding dependence on any single country, stated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. Petroleum companies make purchasing decisions based on market conditions, availability, pricing, and risk assessment. The government's primary goal is to ensure adequate, reliable, and fairly priced energy for Indian consumers.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refuted DMK MP P Wilson's claim that Tamil Nadu was ignored in the Union Budget. She highlighted several initiatives for the state, calling his allegations baseless. Wilson had argued that Tamil Nadu, a high-performing state, was being discriminated against in tax devolution and project allocation.

Russia has become a major concern for Indian students abroad, with over half of all global complaints regarding exploitation and racial discrimination originating from the country. Data reveals a sharp surge in such incidents, raising serious safety worries for students, particularly those pursuing medical education. Many fear reporting issues due to potential expulsion and visa complications.

The Supreme Court has mandated banks to implement AI for detecting suspicious transactions, issuing alerts, and pausing transfers until account holder verification. This directive follows the Home Ministry's report of nearly Rs 52,000 crore siphoned through online fraud. Justices emphasized banks' fiduciary duty as trustees of public money, urging them to prioritize security over profit.

The Supreme Court firmly stated it will not permit any delays in the special intensive revision of voter rolls across 12 states. While extending a document submission deadline by a week, the court sought an affidavit from Bengal's DGP regarding alleged TMC efforts to disrupt the process.

The Enforcement Directorate has formed a special investigation team to probe alleged money laundering of Rs 40,000 crore against Anil Ambani and Reliance Group companies, following a Supreme Court directive. The probe includes investigating a Rs 70 crore Manhattan apartment purchase, with Tina Ambani potentially being summoned again.

Le Gabon a officialisé une décision stratégique de portée historique : à compter du 1er janvier 2029, le pays mettra fin à l'exportation du minerai brut de manganèse. Cette réforme structurelle marque un changement profond de modèle économique et affirme une ambition claire : transformer une richesse minière en puissance industrielle durable, au service de la souveraineté nationale et de la croissance de long terme. Une filière performante, mais un modèle à bout de souffle Le Gabon (...) - MINES ET HYDROCARBURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Greenland’s undeveloped oil and rare-earth reserves will require massive investment, but its political agency is priceless Read Full Article at RT.com

Israel has approved a plan expanding West Bank settlements and changing land rules, prompting widespread condemnation Read Full Article at RT.com

A federal judge weighing whether the project may proceed has focused on whether the administration can use private donations to bypass congressional approval.

Western University's Animal Care Committee cleared researcher Frank Prato's controversial use of dogs in medical research but a philosophy professor who specializes in ethics of animal treatment says he still has questions about how the tests were carried out.

Manitoba schools are getting a 3.5 per cent raise in funding from the province in the coming school year.

A trio of Canadian women made their Olympic speed skating debuts on Monday in the 1,000 metres, with Béatrice Lamarche leading the way in fifth.