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Heavy traffic expected at land checkpoints for upcoming March school holidays and Hari Raya Puasa: ICA

Travellers can expect heavy traffic at both Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints during the upcoming March school holidays and Hari Raya Puasa, according to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA).  The school holidays will start from March 14 till Mar
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Heavy traffic expected at land checkpoints for upcoming March school holidays and Hari Raya Puasa: ICA

Travellers can expect heavy traffic at both Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints during the upcoming March school holidays and Hari Raya Puasa, according to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA).  The school holidays will start from March 14 till March 24, while the Hari Raya Puasa holiday is from March 28 to April 1.  In a statement on March 7, the ICA said that more than three million travellers crossed Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints during the recent Chinese New Year period from Jan 24 to Jan 30, with over 521,000 travellers crossing in a single day on Jan 24.  During peak hours, departing car travellers had to wait up to three hours for immigration clearance due to traffic tailback from Malaysia. The ICA encouraged those travelling by bus or motorcycle to use QR codes in lieu of passports for faster and more convenient immigration clearance. Alternatively, travellers can consider taking the cross-border bus services, the authority said.

Bullying in schools: Bystanders who record and share such videos may be punished, says Maliki

People who record and circulate videos of bullying in schools could face punishment, said Second Minister for Education Dr Maliki Osman on Friday (March 7). In response to parliamentary questions on school bullying and the recent Montfort Secondary Schoo
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Bullying in schools: Bystanders who record and share such videos may be punished, says Maliki

People who record and circulate videos of bullying in schools could face punishment, said Second Minister for Education Dr Maliki Osman on Friday (March 7). In response to parliamentary questions on school bullying and the recent Montfort Secondary School fighting case, Maliki said the Ministry of Education (MOE) and schools prefer to handle each case sensitively to «provide space and privacy for the students involved to learn from their mistakes and grow from the experience». However, if a case is publicised online in a manner that unfairly depicts an incident, MOE may have to release information related to the case to provide a balanced view. This would include the actions of all who were involved based on the school's investigation - to be fair to educators and all parties involved, said Dr Maliki. He added that bystanders as well as those who record the incident and share the recordings online will also be called out, counselled and punished if necessary.

US-Ukraine meeting to take place in Saudi Arabia – Trump envoy

US and Ukrainian officials will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss a potential ceasefire with Russia, Trump’s envoy has said Read Full Article at RT.com
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US-Ukraine meeting to take place in Saudi Arabia – Trump envoy

US and Ukrainian officials will meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss a potential ceasefire with Russia, Trump’s envoy has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Curfew imposed in Syria’s Latakia province amid clashes with Assad’s supporters — SANA

The Syrian armed forces, controlled by the transitional government, have sent reinforcements from the capital Damascus to Latakia amid the unrest
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Curfew imposed in Syria’s Latakia province amid clashes with Assad’s supporters — SANA

The Syrian armed forces, controlled by the transitional government, have sent reinforcements from the capital Damascus to Latakia amid the unrest

US froze military aid to Kiev because Zelensky took it for granted — intelligence chief

According to Tulsi Gabbard, US President Donald Trump thus sent a signal to Vladymyr Zelensky
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US froze military aid to Kiev because Zelensky took it for granted — intelligence chief

According to Tulsi Gabbard, US President Donald Trump thus sent a signal to Vladymyr Zelensky

Russia ready for negotiations on Ukraine, but no temporary ceasefire — ambassador to UK

Andrey Kelin dismissed the idea of a temporary ceasefire, previously put forward by French President Emmanuel Macron
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Russia ready for negotiations on Ukraine, but no temporary ceasefire — ambassador to UK

Andrey Kelin dismissed the idea of a temporary ceasefire, previously put forward by French President Emmanuel Macron

Cosmonaut Ovchinin to assume ISS commander duties

The duty of the ISS commander - the person, who is responsible for compliance with the flight program and overall flight safety - was introduced in 2000
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Cosmonaut Ovchinin to assume ISS commander duties

The duty of the ISS commander - the person, who is responsible for compliance with the flight program and overall flight safety - was introduced in 2000

DJ Funk dead at 54: Chicago musician who was pioneer of 'ghetto house' dies after cancer battle

A GoFundMe account had been posted by DJ Funk family's to help the ailing musician, whose real name was Charles Chambers, detailing his health woes.
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DJ Funk dead at 54: Chicago musician who was pioneer of 'ghetto house' dies after cancer battle

A GoFundMe account had been posted by DJ Funk family's to help the ailing musician, whose real name was Charles Chambers, detailing his health woes.

Moment fireworks factory EXPLODES and sends debris flying - killing one person and injuring four others

The blast occurred at around 11.25 this morning at a warehouse in Fontecalent near holiday hotspot Alicante in south-eastern Spain .
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Moment fireworks factory EXPLODES and sends debris flying - killing one person and injuring four others

The blast occurred at around 11.25 this morning at a warehouse in Fontecalent near holiday hotspot Alicante in south-eastern Spain .

Treat bearded trans colleagues as women if that's what they identify as, NHS staff told

Official guidance from NHS Scotland states employees must use the correct name and pronouns for transgender colleagues.
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Treat bearded trans colleagues as women if that's what they identify as, NHS staff told

Official guidance from NHS Scotland states employees must use the correct name and pronouns for transgender colleagues.

Italian influencer dubbed the 'King of Milan's nights' who bragged about washing his Ferrari with champagne is arrested on suspicion of running a drugs and prostitution ring

David Lacerenza, 58, is accused of charging Milanese customers at his bar, La Ginoteneria di Davide, up to 10,000 euros (£8,375) a night for booze, sex and drugs.
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Italian influencer dubbed the 'King of Milan's nights' who bragged about washing his Ferrari with champagne is arrested on suspicion of running a drugs and prostitution ring

David Lacerenza, 58, is accused of charging Milanese customers at his bar, La Ginoteneria di Davide, up to 10,000 euros (£8,375) a night for booze, sex and drugs.

Elon Musk's SpaceX's Starship spirals and explodes as debris plummets to earth causing ground stops on flights with chaos at multiple airports

It marked a disappointing end to what appeared to be a successful launch, as the billionaire works toward his goal of sending humans to Mars.
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Elon Musk's SpaceX's Starship spirals and explodes as debris plummets to earth causing ground stops on flights with chaos at multiple airports

It marked a disappointing end to what appeared to be a successful launch, as the billionaire works toward his goal of sending humans to Mars.

PORTRAIT. Ludmilla Tapea Chin Meun : Madame Reo tahiti

En pleine semaine des droits de la femme, nous vous proposons des portraits féminins inspirants. Aujourd'hui, zoom sur Ludmilla Tapea Chin Meun. Enseignante passionnée, Ludmilla a consacré sa vie au reo Tahiti, publiant des livres et inventant des jeux de
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PORTRAIT. Ludmilla Tapea Chin Meun : Madame Reo tahiti

En pleine semaine des droits de la femme, nous vous proposons des portraits féminins inspirants. Aujourd'hui, zoom sur Ludmilla Tapea Chin Meun. Enseignante passionnée, Ludmilla a consacré sa vie au reo Tahiti, publiant des livres et inventant des jeux de société. Depuis 2 ans, elle est membre de l'Académie tahitienne.

Interpellation d'un ressortissant américain pour trafic d'ice : Quelle procédure ?

Un ressortissant américain a été interpellé mercredi matin à l’aéroport de Tahiti-Faa’a selon nos confrères de TNTV. L’individu avait en sa possession 5 kilos de méthamphétamine dissimulés dans des jouets pour enfants. Cette première grosse s
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Interpellation d'un ressortissant américain pour trafic d'ice : Quelle procédure ?

Un ressortissant américain a été interpellé mercredi matin à l’aéroport de Tahiti-Faa’a selon nos confrères de TNTV. L’individu avait en sa possession 5 kilos de méthamphétamine dissimulés dans des jouets pour enfants. Cette première grosse saisie de l’année rappelle qu'au-delà des aspects judiciaires, les interpellations de ressortissants étrangers amènent des procédures diplomatiques.

En bac pro métiers de la sécurité, 24 élèves bientôt dans le feu de l'action à Strasbourg et à Paris

24 élèves de la classe de 1ère bac pro métiers de la sécurité s’envoleront le 29 avril pour Strasbourg. Après avoir remporté le concours Euroscola, nos jeunes Polynésiens représenteront la France lors de la visite du Parlement européen. Une oppor
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En bac pro métiers de la sécurité, 24 élèves bientôt dans le feu de l'action à Strasbourg et à Paris

24 élèves de la classe de 1ère bac pro métiers de la sécurité s’envoleront le 29 avril pour Strasbourg. Après avoir remporté le concours Euroscola, nos jeunes Polynésiens représenteront la France lors de la visite du Parlement européen. Une opportunité rêvée pour découvrir également divers lieux mythiques de Paris qui regorgent de sécurité et de technicité.

Now Spanish mainland is hammered by floods with 'worst yet to come' as videos show roads transformed into raging rivers near tourist hotspots after Canary Islands was hit by record rainfall

The east, south and parts of the north of Spain have been given yellow and orange warnings for severe weather over the coming days. Tourist hotspots Valencia and Alicante will be affected.
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Now Spanish mainland is hammered by floods with 'worst yet to come' as videos show roads transformed into raging rivers near tourist hotspots after Canary Islands was hit by record rainfall

The east, south and parts of the north of Spain have been given yellow and orange warnings for severe weather over the coming days. Tourist hotspots Valencia and Alicante will be affected.

'Let us be ambassadors of peace': Shanmugam on importance to continue Muslim groups' tradition of helping, connecting with community

Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam said local Muslim community groups, also known as qaryah, can help in interfaith and interracial understanding amid a challenging security landscape. He was speaking to qaryah group leaders and volunteers at Khalid
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'Let us be ambassadors of peace': Shanmugam on importance to continue Muslim groups' tradition of helping, connecting with community

Home Affairs and Law Minister K. Shanmugam said local Muslim community groups, also known as qaryah, can help in interfaith and interracial understanding amid a challenging security landscape. He was speaking to qaryah group leaders and volunteers at Khalid Mosque in Joo Chiat on March 6 during a Qaryah Appreciation Iftar (breaking fast), which brought qaryah leaders together to recognise their contributions. “Really, you can see the ‘kampung spirit’ and I think it is extremely important that we continue with this tradition of qaryah,” said Mr Shanmugam. “It is a real ground-up initiative, and we will give it every support.” The 150 attendees at the event included Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkifli, Minister of State for Health and Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam, MPs such as Dr Wan Rizal of Jalan Besar GRC, and senior executives of the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore, or Muis. Mr Shanmugam focused on three areas: radicalisation, maintaining social cohesion, and the role qaryah plays in strengthening harmony between faiths.

Trump envoy calls for Russia-US ‘reset’

Washington aims to withdraw the US from a proxy war in Ukraine and reset relations with Russia, US special envoy Keith Kellogg has said Read Full Article at RT.com
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Trump envoy calls for Russia-US ‘reset’

Washington aims to withdraw the US from a proxy war in Ukraine and reset relations with Russia, US special envoy Keith Kellogg has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Kremlin responds to Polish PM’s ‘arms race’ call

Russia will not join an arms race and will instead focus on its own interests, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com
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Kremlin responds to Polish PM’s ‘arms race’ call

Russia will not join an arms race and will instead focus on its own interests, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Messi absent from team arrival for Cavalier FC match in Fort Lauderdale

Lionel Messi was noticeably absent from the arrival of the Inter Miami squad on Thursday evening ahead of the first leg of the round of 16 match against Cavalier FC at the Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Reports had been circulating...
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Messi absent from team arrival for Cavalier FC match in Fort Lauderdale

Lionel Messi was noticeably absent from the arrival of the Inter Miami squad on Thursday evening ahead of the first leg of the round of 16 match against Cavalier FC at the Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Reports had been circulating...

RCMP now formally investigating allegations against Alberta Health Services

Alberta RCMP are now formally investigating allegations of political pressure and potential conflicts of interest surrounding procurement practices at Alberta Health Services.
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RCMP now formally investigating allegations against Alberta Health Services

Alberta RCMP are now formally investigating allegations of political pressure and potential conflicts of interest surrounding procurement practices at Alberta Health Services.

'A train wreck ... I can't stop watching': Canadians grapple with anxiety around Trump's tariff chaos

Political anxiety isn't new, but it's arguably been more intense lately given Trump's «shock and awe» strategy since taking office, most recently around the tariffs he's threatening to impose. CBC News asked Canadians to share how Trump's polici
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'A train wreck ... I can't stop watching': Canadians grapple with anxiety around Trump's tariff chaos

Political anxiety isn't new, but it's arguably been more intense lately given Trump's «shock and awe» strategy since taking office, most recently around the tariffs he's threatening to impose. CBC News asked Canadians to share how Trump's policies are affecting their mental health and they said they're feeling helpless, scared and anxious.

Voices get louder in Karnataka against 'Hindi imposition'

The Kannada Development Authority has urged Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to adopt a two-language policy in the state, favoring Kannada and English due to the ongoing debates on Hindi imposition. This recommendation stresses Kannada's primacy and su
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Voices get louder in Karnataka against 'Hindi imposition'

The Kannada Development Authority has urged Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to adopt a two-language policy in the state, favoring Kannada and English due to the ongoing debates on Hindi imposition. This recommendation stresses Kannada's primacy and supports regional languages alongside maintaining minimal language learning burdens for students.

Jungles cleared of Maoists but 'urban Naxals' a threat: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi stated that while government efforts have significantly reduced Naxalism in rural areas, the threat of urban Naxals is increasing with their infiltration into political parties. He emphasized India's rapid economic growth and notable accompli
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Jungles cleared of Maoists but 'urban Naxals' a threat: PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi stated that while government efforts have significantly reduced Naxalism in rural areas, the threat of urban Naxals is increasing with their infiltration into political parties. He emphasized India's rapid economic growth and notable accomplishments in poverty reduction, infrastructure development, and the defense and startup sectors.

Trump's funds freeze hits fellowship for government officials

Amid a funding freeze led by the Trump administration on international scholarships, the Nehru-Fulbright Master's Fellowship has excluded Indian government officials from its 2026-2027 cohort. The decision affects civil servants from various central and stat
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Trump's funds freeze hits fellowship for government officials

Amid a funding freeze led by the Trump administration on international scholarships, the Nehru-Fulbright Master's Fellowship has excluded Indian government officials from its 2026-2027 cohort. The decision affects civil servants from various central and state services, who previously comprised a significant portion of applicants.

10 Indian workers rescued by Israel from West Bank after being held for a month

Israeli authorities have successfully rescued ten Indian construction workers from the West Bank after they were held for over a month, with their passports confiscated. The operation, involving multiple Israeli agencies, uncovered a scheme where Palestinian
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10 Indian workers rescued by Israel from West Bank after being held for a month

Israeli authorities have successfully rescued ten Indian construction workers from the West Bank after they were held for over a month, with their passports confiscated. The operation, involving multiple Israeli agencies, uncovered a scheme where Palestinians used the Indians' passports to attempt illegal entry into Israel.

$45m allocated for improvement work at Alley Bridge

The Government is to spend $45 million in the upcoming fiscal year to carry out short-term improvement work on the approach to the Alley Bridge in Clarendon. The new fiscal year begins on April 1. The Alley Bridge has been a source of bitter...
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$45m allocated for improvement work at Alley Bridge

The Government is to spend $45 million in the upcoming fiscal year to carry out short-term improvement work on the approach to the Alley Bridge in Clarendon. The new fiscal year begins on April 1. The Alley Bridge has been a source of bitter...

JLP renews call for Mayor Swaby and Dayton Campbell to resign, dismisses KSAMC oversight committee

The ruling Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) has renewed its call for Mayor of Kingston Andrew Swaby to resign, arguing that the establishment of an oversight committee does not absolve allegations of partisan distribution of resources at the Kingston...
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JLP renews call for Mayor Swaby and Dayton Campbell to resign, dismisses KSAMC oversight committee

The ruling Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) has renewed its call for Mayor of Kingston Andrew Swaby to resign, arguing that the establishment of an oversight committee does not absolve allegations of partisan distribution of resources at the Kingston...