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Trump announces conservative podcaster Dan Bongino as FBI deputy director

The appointment of Bongino, a former Secret Service agent and NYPD officer turned conservative radio host, puts a second Trump ally at the top of the agency.
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Trump announces conservative podcaster Dan Bongino as FBI deputy director

The appointment of Bongino, a former Secret Service agent and NYPD officer turned conservative radio host, puts a second Trump ally at the top of the agency.

Somali Football Federation opens second youth development centre in Kismayo

Kismayo (HOL) — The Somali Football Federation (SFF) has inaugurated its second youth development centre in Kismayo, furthering its mission to establish a structured grassroots football system nationwide. The new facility, which follows the recent launch o
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Somali Football Federation opens second youth development centre in Kismayo

Kismayo (HOL) — The Somali Football Federation (SFF) has inaugurated its second youth development centre in Kismayo, furthering its mission to establish a structured grassroots football system nationwide. The new facility, which follows the recent launch of a similar centre in Baidoa, is part of the federation’s nationwide plan to identify and nurture young talent.

Red Tape and Shackles: ICE spends thousands to deport Somali asylum seeker it knows it can't remove

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (HOL) — The U.S. government has spent thousands of dollars in a determined effort to deport a Somali asylum seeker from Alaska despite Somalia being on the list of countries deemed too dangerous for forced removals.
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Red Tape and Shackles: ICE spends thousands to deport Somali asylum seeker it knows it can't remove

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (HOL) — The U.S. government has spent thousands of dollars in a determined effort to deport a Somali asylum seeker from Alaska despite Somalia being on the list of countries deemed too dangerous for forced removals.

As temple-mosque disputes rise, archaeology becomes a minefield

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) faces criticism for investigating historical mosques' origins, raising debates on its role in religious disputes. While court orders drive these surveys, experts emphasize the importance of preserving cultural heritag
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As temple-mosque disputes rise, archaeology becomes a minefield

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) faces criticism for investigating historical mosques' origins, raising debates on its role in religious disputes. While court orders drive these surveys, experts emphasize the importance of preserving cultural heritage without political influence.

Face it! Men's makeup is a booming beauty business

The article highlights the growing acceptance of men's makeup in India, driven by initiatives such as Yaan Man's launch and social media influence. Despite initial skepticism, the market for male grooming products is expanding, with increasing demand for item
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Face it! Men's makeup is a booming beauty business

The article highlights the growing acceptance of men's makeup in India, driven by initiatives such as Yaan Man's launch and social media influence. Despite initial skepticism, the market for male grooming products is expanding, with increasing demand for items like concealers and tinted moisturizers.

‘Kerala’s adult movie industry broke norms by highlighting female desire’

Darshana Sreedhar Mini explores Kerala's adult film industry during the '90s and 2000s in her book. The soft porn cinema rise was fueled by financial crises in mainstream cinema, but oversaturation led to its decline. Starlets like Shakeela became synonymous
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‘Kerala’s adult movie industry broke norms by highlighting female desire’

Darshana Sreedhar Mini explores Kerala's adult film industry during the '90s and 2000s in her book. The soft porn cinema rise was fueled by financial crises in mainstream cinema, but oversaturation led to its decline. Starlets like Shakeela became synonymous with the genre, although their careers in mainstream cinema suffered as a result.

Kranji warehouse fire: 7 fire safety-related notices issued in past 7 years

A fire that broke out at a Kranji warehouse on Feb 19 has been successfully extinguished after four days of intense firefighting efforts by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).  In a Facebook post on Sunday (Feb 23), SCDF said that they have «
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Kranji warehouse fire: 7 fire safety-related notices issued in past 7 years

A fire that broke out at a Kranji warehouse on Feb 19 has been successfully extinguished after four days of intense firefighting efforts by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).  In a Facebook post on Sunday (Feb 23), SCDF said that they have «worked round-the-clock to douse the deep-seated pockets of fire within the waste heaps» since Wednesday (Feb 19).  SCDF added that resources are being scaled down, but a fire engine and crew will be maintained at the premises to watch over the area that was affected by the fire.  The agency said they will also progressively hand over the site at 11 Kranji Crescent – listed online as the address of recycling firm Wah & Hua – to the premises owner for their recovery operations.

Nudists invited on a 'Scottish Highland Adventure' at remote station made famous by cult movie Trainspotting

It is famous as a backdrop to one of the most iconic scenes in Trainspotting. But now one of Scotland's railway stations will play host to a retreat organised by Britain's largest naturist organisation.
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Nudists invited on a 'Scottish Highland Adventure' at remote station made famous by cult movie Trainspotting

It is famous as a backdrop to one of the most iconic scenes in Trainspotting. But now one of Scotland's railway stations will play host to a retreat organised by Britain's largest naturist organisation.

Un mā'a tahiti pour les évasanés Polynésiens à Paris

Ils sont loin des leurs, de leur île, souvent seuls et vulnérables. Alors un peu de réconfort pour les malades évasanés vers l'Hexagone est toujours bien accueilli. Chaque année, la Chambre de l'Agriculture et de la Pêche Lagonaire organise un grand m
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Un mā'a tahiti pour les évasanés Polynésiens à Paris

Ils sont loin des leurs, de leur île, souvent seuls et vulnérables. Alors un peu de réconfort pour les malades évasanés vers l'Hexagone est toujours bien accueilli. Chaque année, la Chambre de l'Agriculture et de la Pêche Lagonaire organise un grand mā'a tahiti. Une belle parenthèse où les difficultés sont un temps presque oubliées. Reportage à Paris.

Elderly British couple in their 70s arrested by the Taliban for 'teaching good parenting skills to mothers'

Peter, 79, and Barbie Reynolds, 75, were arrested on February 1 after they returned to their home in the Bamiyan province in Afghanistan.
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Elderly British couple in their 70s arrested by the Taliban for 'teaching good parenting skills to mothers'

Peter, 79, and Barbie Reynolds, 75, were arrested on February 1 after they returned to their home in the Bamiyan province in Afghanistan.

VA'A. Iloha Eychenne et Brice Punuataahitua en tête de la Taaroa Race

Ce samedi 22 février 2025, la 13ème édition de la Taaroa Race, a marqué le coup d’envoi de la saison de va’a à Punaauia. Avec 486 rameurs au départ, dont 160 seniors, la compétition a réuni toutes les catégories, des benjamins aux vétérans. Che
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VA'A. Iloha Eychenne et Brice Punuataahitua en tête de la Taaroa Race

Ce samedi 22 février 2025, la 13ème édition de la Taaroa Race, a marqué le coup d’envoi de la saison de va’a à Punaauia. Avec 486 rameurs au départ, dont 160 seniors, la compétition a réuni toutes les catégories, des benjamins aux vétérans. Chez les dames, Iloha Eychenne a dominé la course, devançant Ranitea Mamatui et Vaimiti Maoni, tandis que chez les hommes seniors, Brice Punuataahitua remporte la victoire sur un parcours de 22 kilomètres, entre Taapuna et la passe de Papeete.

Budget 2025 about strengthening Singapore's social support system and economy, says PM Wong

SINGAPORE – The measures announced in the 2025 Budget are not just about vouchers, but also steps Singapore is taking to strengthen the social support system and economy to ensure that nobody is left behind. In a speech to Marsiling-Yew Tee residents on Fe
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Budget 2025 about strengthening Singapore's social support system and economy, says PM Wong

SINGAPORE – The measures announced in the 2025 Budget are not just about vouchers, but also steps Singapore is taking to strengthen the social support system and economy to ensure that nobody is left behind. In a speech to Marsiling-Yew Tee residents on Feb 22, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said he hopes the $143.1 billion spending plan announced on Feb 18 will give Singaporeans the confidence that there is a plan to take the nation forward. He said the Government is aware of cost-of-living concerns. “We are doing more to help all of you cope with cost-of-living pressures,” said PM Wong, who added that Budget 2025 is more than just vouchers alone. “Beyond short-term measures, we are taking steps to strengthen our social support system and economy, so that we can continue to create good jobs and opportunities for all Singaporeans.”

Trump to eliminate 1,600 USAID jobs, place most of workforce on leave

The announcement comes two days after a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration may move forward with an effort to slash project funding and staff.
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Trump to eliminate 1,600 USAID jobs, place most of workforce on leave

The announcement comes two days after a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration may move forward with an effort to slash project funding and staff.

British schoolboy, 14, killed in skiing accident in northern Italy

Despite wearing a helmet, Matthew Legatt suffered severe chest injuries after losing control on the slopes and crashing into a tree.
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British schoolboy, 14, killed in skiing accident in northern Italy

Despite wearing a helmet, Matthew Legatt suffered severe chest injuries after losing control on the slopes and crashing into a tree.

Met Office issues AMBER warning for rain with flooding expected to cause havoc: UK weather map reveals where will be worst hit overnight

After a few days of blue skies, Brits are bracing for torrential rain, flooding, and 75mph winds overnight as weather warnings have been issued across the UK.
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Met Office issues AMBER warning for rain with flooding expected to cause havoc: UK weather map reveals where will be worst hit overnight

After a few days of blue skies, Brits are bracing for torrential rain, flooding, and 75mph winds overnight as weather warnings have been issued across the UK.

Now British Egyptologist who found the first Egyptian Pharaoh's tomb in more than a century has discovered another one

Scottish Egyptologist Piers Litherland has revealed he has discovered not one but two burial tombs believed to belong to legendary Pharoah King Thutmose II who died around 3,500 years ago.
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Now British Egyptologist who found the first Egyptian Pharaoh's tomb in more than a century has discovered another one

Scottish Egyptologist Piers Litherland has revealed he has discovered not one but two burial tombs believed to belong to legendary Pharoah King Thutmose II who died around 3,500 years ago.

Is Ed Miliband's net zero dream dying? Just one in six energy bosses think the world can achieve it by 2050

The stark fall in confidence revealed in a global survey for the energy sector sparked calls for ministers to slash regulation, provide more financial incentives and reform Britain's planning system.
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Is Ed Miliband's net zero dream dying? Just one in six energy bosses think the world can achieve it by 2050

The stark fall in confidence revealed in a global survey for the energy sector sparked calls for ministers to slash regulation, provide more financial incentives and reform Britain's planning system.

Ebola alert as lizard and porcupine meat sent to online British shoppers

Banned 'bushmeat' smuggled into the UK is being sold for home delivery via social media, the Mail can reveal - as experts warn it could be contaminated with deadly ebola.
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Ebola alert as lizard and porcupine meat sent to online British shoppers

Banned 'bushmeat' smuggled into the UK is being sold for home delivery via social media, the Mail can reveal - as experts warn it could be contaminated with deadly ebola.

Somali speaker lifts MP suspensions, lawmakers claim political motives

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Speaker of Parliament, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Madoobe), has reinstated 15 lawmakers who had been barred from attending parliamentary sessions for nearly three months.
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Somali speaker lifts MP suspensions, lawmakers claim political motives

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Speaker of Parliament, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Madoobe), has reinstated 15 lawmakers who had been barred from attending parliamentary sessions for nearly three months.

Somaliland military court sentences rickshaw driver to death for killing security officer

Hargeisa (HOL) — A military court in Somaliland has sentenced a rickshaw driver to death for the killing of a security officer in Gabiley.
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Somaliland military court sentences rickshaw driver to death for killing security officer

Hargeisa (HOL) — A military court in Somaliland has sentenced a rickshaw driver to death for the killing of a security officer in Gabiley.

Tamil Nadu teacher hits student for not reciting Hindi poem, suspended

A Hindi teacher at Bhavans Rajaji Vidyashram School in Chennai was suspended for hitting and threatening a student who failed to recite a Hindi poem. The incident prompted the school administration to take action following a complaint from the student's paren
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Tamil Nadu teacher hits student for not reciting Hindi poem, suspended

A Hindi teacher at Bhavans Rajaji Vidyashram School in Chennai was suspended for hitting and threatening a student who failed to recite a Hindi poem. The incident prompted the school administration to take action following a complaint from the student's parents. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) enforces a strict policy against teacher violence. Authorities are currently investigating the situation.

PM Modi hails Isro's century in rocket launches, urges people to dedicate a 'Day for Science'

During the 119th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Narendra Modi celebrated Isro's 100th rocket launch, emphasizing the nation's resolve in space achievements and growing women's participation. He encouraged spending National Science Day with a scientific focus t
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PM Modi hails Isro's century in rocket launches, urges people to dedicate a 'Day for Science'

During the 119th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Narendra Modi celebrated Isro's 100th rocket launch, emphasizing the nation's resolve in space achievements and growing women's participation. He encouraged spending National Science Day with a scientific focus to spark curiosity among youth and highlighted India's advancements in AI.

New Zealand announces next package of anti-Russian sanctions

Extra sanctions target 52 Russian individuals and legal entities related to the military-industrial complex of Russia and «companies connected to energy exports,» Foreign Minister Winston Peters said
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New Zealand announces next package of anti-Russian sanctions

Extra sanctions target 52 Russian individuals and legal entities related to the military-industrial complex of Russia and «companies connected to energy exports,» Foreign Minister Winston Peters said

Trump to eliminate 2,000 USAID jobs, place most of workforce on leave

The announcement comes two days after a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration may move forward with an effort to slash project funding and staff.
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Trump to eliminate 2,000 USAID jobs, place most of workforce on leave

The announcement comes two days after a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration may move forward with an effort to slash project funding and staff.

Shashi Tharoor's growing rift with Congress brass sparks speculation

Shashi Tharoor, a prominent Congress MP, has shown signs of growing dissatisfaction with the party, citing a leadership gap in Kerala Congress and seeking clarity on his role. Despite this, Kerala Congress leaders believe Tharoor will stay with the party. Tha
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Shashi Tharoor's growing rift with Congress brass sparks speculation

Shashi Tharoor, a prominent Congress MP, has shown signs of growing dissatisfaction with the party, citing a leadership gap in Kerala Congress and seeking clarity on his role. Despite this, Kerala Congress leaders believe Tharoor will stay with the party. Tharoor has expressed interest in the chief minister role if Congress wins the Kerala assembly elections.

Facing lawyers’ ire, government withdraws draft advocates bill

The law ministry has withdrawn the draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025 from public consultation after facing threats of protests from lawyers' bodies. The bill proposed disciplinary actions, including revoking licenses for disrupting court proceedings, an
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Facing lawyers’ ire, government withdraws draft advocates bill

The law ministry has withdrawn the draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025 from public consultation after facing threats of protests from lawyers' bodies. The bill proposed disciplinary actions, including revoking licenses for disrupting court proceedings, and allowed foreign law firms to practice in India.