The Nurses Union of Vanuatu has formally launched following its official registration as a trade union on 18 November 2025, marking a key step in strengthening representation and advocacy for nurses and health workers across the country.

The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat has begun country consultations in Vanuatu on the creation of the MSG Youth Council.

The Court of Appeal (COA) has dismissed an appeal brought by former Vanuatu Financial Intelligence Unit (VFIU) Director Josiah Kuatpen and the Attorney General (AG), upholding a Supreme Court ruling that quashed the removal of Reserve Bank Governor August Letlet…

The Council of Ministers (COM) has agreed for the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MoFEM) to identify and confirm a funding source for the procurement of reconditioned road construction equipment for Ambrym and the MALAMPA Public Works Department (PWD).

Seventeen elected representatives of the Port Vila City Council (PVCC) are now without salary following the official suspension of the Council by the Minister responsible for local authorities on 6 February 2026.

Two policemen are under investigation for their suspected involvement in three murders, including the shooting death of a popular St Mary businessman last week, multiple law-enforcement sources have revealed. The other killing was a double murder, but sources declined to divulge details because the investigation is at a sensitive stage.

A senior police investigator in one of the shootings allegedly carried out by the Clansman Gang in 2017 yesterday insisted that a “possible suspect” is not a suspect at all as the gang trial continued with further scrutiny of the Roger Avenue killing. The evidence came during re-examination of a detective inspector attached to the Major Investigation Division (MID) in the trial involving alleged gang leader Tesha Miller and 24 others.

When Kadeem Henry reflects on his journey, the first word he uses is not ‘success’ or ‘achievement’, it is ‘survival’. A trained graduate with a Bachelor of Education in Special Education from The Mico University College, he stands as an example of what it means to rise from humble beginnings and pursue higher heights against the odds. Henry grew up in a household led by a single mother, who worked tirelessly as a higgler at the Coronation and Port Antonio markets to provide for her five children. Those early years were defined by sacrifice and perseverance.

WESTERN BUREAU: As Jamaica’s tourism sector continues its post-Hurricane Melissa recovery, small hotel operators are warning that new tax measures slated for implementation in April 2027 could destabilise locally owned properties and weaken the island’s competitiveness. Hoteliers say the timing of the proposed General Consumption Tax (GCT) increase, coupled with rising utility costs and lingering hurricane-related disruptions, creates what one stakeholder described as a “perfect storm”.

Shock, grief, and simmering anger have engulfed residents of Marlin Way in Braeton, Portmore, after a 63-year-old mother was brutally chopped to death inside her home. It was an attack neighbours say they feared could one day happen. The deceased woman, Sonia LaBeach Dillion, a devoted mother and a long-standing supervisor at Sampars in Cross Roads, St Andrew, was found with multiple chop wounds at her Marlin Way house early yesterday morning. The incident reportedly occurred just after 9 a.m.

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Iran has signaled that it is ready to ship some of its enriched uranium stockpile to Russia, the Wall Street Journal has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Belgium has rejected the accusation of anti-Semitism from the US ambassador Read Full Article at RT.com

“Meaningful progress” has been reached at the Russia-US-Ukraine talks in Geneva, Steve Witkoff has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Dramatic footage captured the mass of snow and ice tumbling down a steep slope near the Italian resort of Courmayeur on Tuesday.

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In a decisive move to restore order and improve road safety, Zomba City Mayor Christopher Jana has announced a renewed effort to register all motorcycles, locally known as “kabaza,” operating within the city. The initiative comes in response to growing concerns over the disregard for traffic regulations by many motorcycle operators while on duty. Mayor […] The post Zomba City Launches Motorcycle Registration Drive to Restore Order appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

He was driving along the Kallang–Paya Lebar Expressway (KPE) tunnel early in the morning when he spotted a cat sitting on a drain cover.User Kazoku1606 recently shared his story on TikTok, adding that it happened at around 3.50am.In the video, the expressway appears to be empty.«Managed to save the cat,» he said, adding in the comments section: “When I tried get closer, the cat got frightened but I tried to calm it down and managed to get it out from the drain in about 20 minutes.”The feline is currently safe in his brother’s home, he said.The video has garnered over 57,000 views, with some netizens commending him for being «kind» while others expressed worry.«What if she has kittens to feed?» asked one netizen, to which he responded with a clarification that it was a male cat: «I searched and there were no more cats.»Another asked if there were vehicles driving by, and he said there were none while he recorded the video. «Thank you for rescuing the kitty. It probably felt so scared and needed a home,» said one netizen.Another remarked: «You are simply awesome and kind-hearted, may God bless you abundantly.»

Two crew members have died on board the Singapore-registered bulk carrier Mandy after an engine room fire on Tuesday (Feb 17).The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said in a statement that the incident took place at around 7.35pm Singapore time off the coast of China, and that the fire was extinguished by the crew.The authority reported that the ship was manned by 25 Myanmar nationals, and there were no Singaporeans on board.Two crew members died, while a third was evacuated to a shore medical facility for treatment.A bulk carrier is a specialised, single-deck vessel that transports large quantities of unpackaged, dry bulk cargo like grain or ore.There have been no reports of pollution due to the fire, and the ship will be towed to Yantai Port in China.«MPA extends its condolences to the families of the deceased,» the statement added. «MPA is in contact with the company and the relevant Chinese authorities to provide the necessary assistance.»The authority will be conducting an investigation into the fire.[[nid:728455]]drimac@asiaone.com

A tree fell across Pipit Road, causing traffic to be diverted on Wednesday (Feb 18) morning.MacPherson MP Tin Pei Ling shared in a Facebook post that the police and Marine Parade-Braddell Heights Town Council were on the scene «first thing» to help manage the traffic and pedestrians.While nobody had been injured nor cars damaged, bus services were affected.«This tree was last checked to be healthy by the Horticulture contractor in November last year,» she added.«I have nonetheless asked that the specialists investigate the cause of the fall and to check all the trees again.»Photos posted by Tin show the tree sprawled across the entire road, with a pole bent in half and a sign damaged.There is also tape cordoning the area off.

Jeremy Irons has been married to Dubliner Sinead Cusack for nearly 50 years - owning a County Cork castle for nearly 30 of them.

The gang of four came ashore on Monday, issuing a clarion call to 322 exiled Chagossians to join them in establishing a permanent settlement on the archipelago.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged Hindu families to have at least three children, citing concerns over a declining population. He emphasized uniting and empowering the Hindu community, advocating for the detection and deportation of infiltrators. Bhagwat also stressed the importance of social harmony, addressing caste divisions, and uplifting the disadvantaged, asserting India's potential to guide the world.

Jammie Booker, the 2025 World's Strongest Woman who was stripped of the title and accused of being a transgender ex-porn star, has resurfaced after months away from the spotlight.

Essex Police became the fourth force in recent days to confirm that it was examining allegations laid bare in the release of the Epstein files.

A viewer complained that the ad was irresponsible, harmful and offensive for perpetuating negative racial stereotypes about black teenage boys.

'Now, in the name of transparency… my name is in the files,' Goldberg pointedly said.

The explosive courtroom showdown between the feuding exes will go ahead as scheduled on February 23 at Los Angeles Superior Court - where a judge will be forced to settle their toxic dispute.

Rodion Miroshnik also added that an international investigation could reveal Vladimir Zelensky as a key figure in embezzling Western funds

Rodion Miroshnik emphasized that Galushchenko’s detention demonstrates that NABU and those who stand behind NABU are quite serious

Before, there were French and Poles, but now there was eliminated only one Georgian

Association of Bloggers and Agencies President Yulia Dolgova also highlighted the factor of using means to bypass blocking

According to the newspaper, Moscow will also demand the revocation of the decisions of the 2008 Bucharest Summit

Prime Minister Modi and French President Macron elevated India-France ties to a 'special global strategic partnership' during the latter's visit. The leaders pledged expanded cooperation in defense, trade, and critical minerals, signing 21 agreements, including a defense pact and a joint venture for Hammer missile manufacturing.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged Hindu families to have at least three children, citing concerns over a declining population. He emphasized uniting and empowering the Hindu community, advocating for the detection and deportation of infiltrators. Bhagwat also stressed the importance of social harmony, addressing caste divisions, and uplifting the disadvantaged, asserting India's potential to guide the world.