[allAfrica] The decisions made by the Namibian and Zimbabwean governments to slaughter hundreds of elephants amid a widespread drought will do very little to address the effects of human hunger or alleviate human-elephant conflict. So why are they really doing it? A real motive may be a thinly-veiled desire to make a profit... from selling ivory.

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The One Direction star, 31, reportedly fell from a third floor of a hotel in the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires.

Egypt's Presidetial Spokesman posted a joint statement on the official social media pages, following the conclusion of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister (PM) Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Egypt.

Kenya’s Senate has begun impeachment hearings against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, hours after a court ruled that the proceedings against him are constitutional.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting, which opened in Mogadishu on October 2, 2024, ended in a setback after Jubbaland President Ahmed Madobe walked out, citing concerns over the country's political and electoral processes.

Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, has proposed Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor. Justice Khanna, appointed to the Supreme Court in 2019, is set to become the 51st CJI upon government approval, serving a tenure until May 2025.

«Russia is not interested in disrupting ties between the two major world powers and permanent members of the UN Security Council,» the embassy said

A fire broke out in the building, but no information on casualties is available at this point, Al Mayadeen reported

Simultaneously, Brussles will also host a summit of the European Union, also discussing military support to Ukraine

This latest package «will add to the Armed Forces of Ukraine’s firepower and mobility, and complement partners’ support for Ukraine’s armoured brigades,» Richard Marles said

An EU diplomat said the European Council is also expected to send a signal to the Georgian government, threatening it to freeze the country’s European integration process if Tbilisi fails to change its political course

The US applauds India's cooperation in the inquiry into the alleged assassination plot against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. US officials confirmed the implicated Indian official is no longer employed. Extradited from the Czech Republic, Nikhil Gupta pleaded 'not guilty' in the US. India formed a high-level committee to address the security concerns.

India and Mauritania have signed several MoUs during President Droupadi Murmu's visit, the first by an Indian President to the African nation. Key agreements include visa exemptions, diplomatic training exchanges, Foreign Office consultations, and a cultural exchange program from 2024-2028 to strengthen bilateral ties.

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh urges the Indian government to collaborate with the opposition to protect India's international reputation amid allegations by Canadian PM Justin Trudeau about India's involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which India denies.

A new statue of the Lady of Justice at the Supreme Court replaces the traditional blindfold and sword with open eyes and the Indian Constitution, signifying an evolving justice system in India. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud aims to reflect impartial justice and modernize the judiciary, moving away from colonial legacies towards constitutional values.

Mercredi 16 octobre, une rencontre était organisée à l'hôpital du Taaone autour du Trouble Déficit de l’Attention avec ou sans Hyperactivité (TDAH). S'il n'y a pas encore d'études spécifiques sur le fenua, ce trouble touche 5 à 8% des enfants dans le monde.

La grève a été levée à la direction des transports terrestres. Après neuf jours de mouvement social, les salariés ont obtenu gain de cause. Les services de la Direction des Transports Terrestres (DTT) seront ouverts et fonctionneront normalement dès jeudi 17 octobre aux heures habituelles.

SINGAPORE — Mixed martial arts (MMA) organisation One Championship has laid off a number of employees — including those from its Singapore headquarters — on Oct 16. In response to queries from The Straits Times, a spokesperson said: «On Wednesday, One Championship made the difficult decision to lay off a few dozen employees as part of its overall strategic plan to bring the company to profitability in the coming months. »This decision was not made lightly and reflects our ongoing commitment to streamlining operations and focusing on long-term sustainability and growth." According to its LinkedIn profile, One has a global staff strength of between 201 and 500. Besides Singapore, it also has offices in Tokyo, Los Angeles, New York, London, Shanghai, Milan, Bangkok, Manila, Jakarta and Bengaluru. Its institutional investors include Temasek Holdings. While One did not reveal how many of its staff in its Singapore office were let go, an affected party who declined to be named said that over 20 of his colleagues here, across the broadcast, e-sports, finance, marketing and public relations departments, were laid off.

It's Halloween season. As some prepare to celebrate this eerie occasion, others question their boundaries. Stomp contributor Koncerned Kat was walking along a park connector in Katong when she stumbled upon a 'pet cemetery' in a resident's backyard. Likely inspired by Stephen King's horror novel of the same name, the Stomp contributor shared that the cemetery featured four graves with names written in red on white crosses. There was also a freshly dug grave with a red light emanating from within. To top it off, a sign with the words «Pet Cemetery» is splattered with 'blood' next to some cobwebs. PHOTO: Stomp «It's not even Halloween yet and this guy has already set up an elaborate and seemingly bloody pet cemetery,» said the Stomp contributor. «Is this even appropriate or legal as it seems to imply bloody violence towards animals?»

A fire broke out at Northshore Primary School in Punggol on Wednesday (Oct 16) night at around 8.50pm. The fire was put out and there were no injuries reported. Smoke was seen billowing from the school and «a burning smell permeated the scene», resident Chen Jiaqi (transliteration) told Lianhe Zaobao. The fire involved an electrical distribution board in an office located on the ground floor. The Singapore Civil Defence Force was alerted to the fire and put out the fire with two water jets. Photo: Lianhe Zaobao In response to queries from AsiaOne, the Singapore Civil Defence Force said it was alerted to the fire at around 8.50pm. Fire engines were dispatched to the scene and firefighters managed to extinguish the fire with two water jets. The cause of the fire is under investigation.  AsiaOne has reached out to Northshore Primary School for comments.

Le Sénat a approuvé, ce mercredi 16 octobre, en commission le report des élections provinciales de Nouvelle-Calédonie, l'une des promesses du gouvernement vis-à-vis de l'archipel plongé dans une crise profonde depuis le printemps. Le ministre des Outre-mer, actuellement sur le Caillou, a également annoncé le soutien financier de l'État lors de la présentation du plan de sauvegarde au Centre culturel Tjibaou.

Over 220 passengers from Air India's Delhi-Chicago flight, diverted to Iqaluit due to a bomb threat, finally reached their destination via a Royal Canadian Air Force Airbus A330. Authorities are tackling the surge in hoaxes, with law enforcement actively pursuing and prosecuting the culprits behind these disruptions.

India has firmly refuted Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's claims about Indian involvement in the death of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, citing the lack of hard evidence. This diplomatic spat has severely strained India-Canada relations, with both nations engaging in tit-for-tat expulsions of diplomats.

Punjab's housing and urban development department hosted a camp to provide clearance certificates to 51 real estate developers. The initiative aims to resolve pending issues in the real estate sector. The department assures transparency and efficiency in their services, with another camp planned for November. Feedback from participants was also collected during the event.

People in Nebraska who were convicted of felonies and have finished their sentences can register to vote in the November election, the court ruled Wednesday.

China is not a neutral party in the Ukraine conflict, the US envoy to NATO has said Read Full Article at RT.com

MAILONLINE BLOG: Former One Direction member Liam Payne has died at the age of 31, local media reports.

Former One Direction member Liam Payne has died in Buenos Aires after falling from a hotel. Police have launched an investigation into his death, as tributes pour in.

Liam Payne's heartbreaking final words on his son, Bear, have resurfaced following the singer's shock death at age 31.

Rail Khasanov said he felt his 'bones burst' as the wheels of the huge aircraft rolled over and crushed his legs at Koltsovo Airport in Yekaterinburg, Russia.

The One Direction star, 31, reportedly fell from a third floor of a hotel in the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires.

Last night singer Liam Payne was found dead after falling from the third floor of a hotel in the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires. It is not known if it was intentional or not.