“Extraordinary measures” may be needed soon to keep US federal government from defaulting on national debt, Fed chief Janet Yellen has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Delhi gathered to bid farewell to former PM Manmohan Singh, honoring his contributions and dignity. Thousands, including the Gandhi family and political leaders, attended the funeral procession. Singh's last rites were performed with state honors, reflecting his lasting impact on India's economy and the public’s admiration.

BJP president JP Nadda responded to Congress's accusations of insulting former PM Manmohan Singh by alleging the Nehru-Gandhi family had undermined him, positioning Sonia Gandhi as a 'super-PM' and disrespecting his authority. Nadda highlighted similar instances of ignored requests for memorials for former PM PV Narasimha Rao.

Upinder Singh, daughter of former PM Manmohan Singh, lit his pyre following Sikh traditions, challenging patriarchal norms. Sikh community emphasizes gender equality in rituals. Singh’s family, including his wife and children, were present during the cremation, conducted with Sikh hymns. Singh's daughters are historian Upinder, writer Daman, and human rights lawyer Amrit.

In 1969, Manmohan Singh was a humble professor at Delhi School of Economics, standing among students during a photo shoot. A shared photo featuring Nobel laureate Amartya Sen highlights Singh's humility. His former students fondly remember his lectures and simpler means of travel, showcasing his approachable and genuine nature.

The president-elect has requested a delay in a ban on the platform in order to negotiate a “political” solution to the issue Read Full Article at RT.com

Crimes committed by Ukraine’s officers get covered up, with those responsible either transferred or promoted, MP Anna Skorokhod claims Read Full Article at RT.com

President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree terminating Russia’s participation in the Multilateral Nuclear and Environmental Program Read Full Article at RT.com

Telegram has blocked the channels of multiple major Russian media outlets across the EU Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian energy giant is citing Moldova’s multimillion historical debt Read Full Article at RT.com

Since sanctions were introduced, the Russian national football squad has played a series of friendlies against other countries, namely against Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Iraq, Cameroon, Kenya, Cuba, Serbia, Belarus, Vietnam, Brunei, and Syria

According to sources, light and heavy weapons were employed in the skirmishes

According to the group’s military spokesman Yahya Saree, the rebels have destroyed 13 such US drones since the escalation began in the Middle East

A massive fire at the port in Delta, B.C., sent a plume of smoke into the sky Saturday morning.

“We have shown how new mutations come much more often from the father than from the mother,” says Kári Stefánsson, CEO of DeCode Genetics.

A furious row has erupted between Mrs Badenoch and Reform leader Nigel Farage after an online counter indicated Reform now has more than 141,000 members.

By the end of the day, the MOEX indicator rose by 1.06%, the dollar-denominated RTS index fell by 0.08%

Maksut Shadayev noted that Chinese developers have increased investments in promoting their applications in the store fivefold this year and spent 60 million rubles ($590,088)

Both presidents also exchanged their condolences in regard to the tragic death of nationals from Russia and Kazakhstan following the fatal crash of the passenger airliner earlier this week, the statement says

According to the strategy, the widespread occurrence of neo-Nazi ideas and the increasing strength of radical nationalist armed formations in such countries as Ukraine create «most serious extremist threats»

«Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that the Government Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan continues the investigation with the involvement of specialists from Azerbaijan, Russia, and Brazil,» the Kazakh presidential press service said

But not everyone is sure that President-elect Donald Trump’s talk of annexing Canada and Greenland and reclaiming the Panama Canal are driven by a deeper strategy.

L'association «Gabon Mindset» a officiellement lancé ses activités ce vendredi 27 décembre 2024 à Libreville. Dans son discours de circonstance, le Coordonnateur Général Dieudonné Letzoumou a mis en lumière les objectifs de ladite association naissante. Lire l'intégralité du discours. Mesdames et Messieurs Chers invités, Nous sommes honorés de votre présence à cette cérémonie de lancement. La rencontre que nous tenons ce jour constitue pour nous, l'occasion de vous présenter (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Au 21e siècle, la gestion des ressources humaines dans notre administration et le secteur public devrait reposer sur l'évaluation périodique des responsables. Ce sont les résultats de cet exercice qui devraient motiver les décisions de maintien ou d'éviction. Il est inadmissible que cela soit devant son poste de télévision, en présence de sa femme et de ses enfants, qu'un responsable, un Directeur Général, un Secrétaire général, un directeur, par exemple, apprend qu'il est viré et, sans (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Ce qui est effarant avec certains politiciens de notre pays, c'est qu'ils disent parler au nom des Gabonais sans jamais véritablement dire ou faire ce qu'il faut pour combler les vrais besoins des populations. Pourtant les besoins de nos populations sont bien connus, concrèts et élémentaires. En effet, le Gabonais veut trois repas équilibrés quotidiens, avoir un système éducatif et de santé de qualité, quitter le chômage et les «tôles-en-haut, toles-en-bas», il veut des routes (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[VOA] Yaounde -- Tensions continue to mount in Chad, with opposition and so-called civil society groups vowing to disrupt Sunday's local council, regional and parliamentary elections. The groups say the polls will be rigged to favor current President Mahamat Idriss Deby, and are visiting towns and villages warning people to stay home to avoid possible street violence.

Nigeria’s military claims “secondary explosions” after assaults on a terrorist hideout resulted in the deaths of several locals Read Full Article at RT.com

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Djibouti on Saturday following an official invitation from Djiboutian President Ismael Omar Guelleh.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government on Saturday urged community leaders to take decisive action to end a series of deadly inter-clan conflicts that have erupted in several parts of the country.

In his presidency’s final chapter, Biden has mused about whether he should have handled some decisions differently

US lawmakers are demanding transparency on $17 million of taxpayer’s funds spent on settlements in harassment claims and workplace disputes Read Full Article at RT.com

A bandh in Imphal Valley disrupted life due to the arrest of six armed men and one death in a Thoubal gunfight. Shops closed, vehicles halted, and supporters vandalized cars. The arrested individuals were accused of being PREPAK members involved in extortion, but bandh supporters claimed they were village volunteers defending against armed Kuki men.

A man allegedly entered Samajwadi Party MP Zia Ur Rehman's house in Sambhal and threatened him. A case was filed against an unidentified youth. Police are investigating the incident. Zia ur Rehman, already implicated in a violent November 24 clash, has also faced recent allegations of power theft and anti-encroachment actions.

Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Rahul Gandhi criticised the Centre for conducting former PM Manmohan Singh's cremation at Nigambodh Ghat rather than an official memorial site. They assert it disrespects Singh's legacy and the dignity of his former position. BJP responds, defending preparations for a future memorial while accusing Congress of politicising the issue.