Iran has warned the US and Israel against any attacks during the upcoming funeral processions for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Read Full Article at RT.com

Argentina's Diego Maradona scored his 'Hand of God' goal during a World Cup quarter-final when he punched the ball into England's net on June 22, 1986 at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.

Amid mounting fury that Shabir Ahmed - who was freed from jail today - cannot be deported to Pakistan, disturbing new detail can now be revealed about the potential risk posed by the 73-year-old.

Ministers are under mounting pressure to find a way of deporting a notorious grooming gang ringleader freed from jail yesterday.

It promises to be the nail-biting World Cup match which could see England catapulted into the quarter-finals.

After a torrid few months, it's hardly surprising Nicola Sturgeon was ready to enjoy a long lunch.

There is speculation that Ed Balls, another stalwart from the Blair and Brown era, could make a shock comeback to the political frontline.

Vickrum Digwa, 23, was jailed for life last month with a minimum 21-year-term after he stabbed Mr Nowak, 18, to death in December with a ceremonial dagger.

Footage played in court shows Kwabena Kissi, 40, carrying a large security briefcase and entering a Santander bank in Brixton, south London, on July 5, 2022.

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar marked his first month in office by visiting former CM Siddaramaiah, seeking his blessings. Shivakumar expressed deep gratitude for Siddaramaiah's visionary leadership and extensive administrative experience, highlighting their invaluable contribution to the state's progress and public welfare. This meeting underscores a spirit of respect and continuity within the Congress party as they continue their work for a stronger Karnataka.

Malawi is taking steps to modernise its legal framework for trusts, with the government convening a stakeholder consultation in Lilongwe on Thursday to gather input on a Draft Trusts Bill that officials say is long overdue. The Solicitor General and Secretary for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Gertrude Lynn Hiwa SC, told participants that the existing […] The post Malawi moves to close money laundering loopholes with new trusts law appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc rewarded 20 customers with Malawi National Women’s Football Team jerseys during the third draw of its Waku WAFCON POS Promotion held at the bank’s Capital City Service Centre in Lilongwe. The winners walked away with official Scorchers jerseys after correctly participating in the ‘Guess the Scorchers WAFCON Jersey’ campaign, […] The post NBM plc rewards 20 customers in third ‘Waku WAFCON’ POS promo appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has handed over a newly constructed solar-powered water reticulation system to Mikate Health Post in Thyolo, aimed to improve healthcare service delivery. The donation forms part of the bank’s district council’s K200 million Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative supporting various development initiatives across the country. Speaking during the handover […] The post NBM plc delivers potable water to Mikate Health Post in Thyolo appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

What began as a desperate journey home for hundreds of Malawians fleeing xenophobic violence in South Africa turned into an emotional display of compassion and regional solidarity on Thursday night, when Mozambique’s First Lady, Gueta Chapo, personally visited stranded families at the Maputo Bus Terminal and provided them with humanitarian assistance. The First Lady distributed […] The post “You Are All My Children”: Mozambique’s First Lady Brings Hope to Stranded Malawians Fleeing Xenophobic Violence appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

[New Zimbabwe] A war veteran has filed an urgent High Court application seeking to stop the certification and further processing of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill No.3 (CAB3), arguing that the parliamentary vote that passed the proposed law was unlawfully tainted by gifts received from controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo.

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The Indian Embassy in Venezuela is demanding a full investigation into allegations that Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan's organs were removed before his body was sent home. His family claims he died suspiciously on a Venezuelan vessel, and a second post-mortem in India revealed his body was completely devoid of internal organs. The Forward Seamen's Union of India is also pushing for answers and has highlighted discrepancies in repatriation documents.

India and Japan have jointly condemned Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, specifically naming Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, and urged global action against terror entities. The leaders also expressed concern over maritime security in the East and South China Seas, opposing unilateral actions. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to UNSC reforms and permanent membership bids, advocating for text-based negotiations. Discussions also covered the Middle East and Ukraine.

The Supreme Court declined to revoke bail for Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of her husband's murder during their honeymoon. The Meghalaya High Court had granted bail due to a significant clerical error where police cited a non-existent legal section, failing to properly inform her of the murder charge. Despite reservations, the apex court noted her release and adherence to bail conditions.

Two Singaporeans and two Malaysians have been charged in court over alleged workplace corruption involving more than $530,000 in bribes, as well as offences including money laundering, forgery and giving false information to a public officer.According to a Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) press release, those charged are: Singaporean company directors Panneerselvam s/o Arunasalam from H&A Engineering Pte Ltd and Tan Swee Soon from San Hoe Hardware Pte Ltd, as well as Malaysian nationals Logeswaran Bandiyya, a former shift engineer, and Lim Siew Teng, a former manager.The various offences allegedly occurred in 2021 and 2022, and primarily involved 45-year-old Logeswaran from REC Solar Pte Ltd.Sought another $310k after receiving $220k in bribesThe CPIB alleged that between July and December 2021, Lim and Tan conspired to give Logeswaran gratification totalling $220,000 in the form of cash cheques and bank transfers, as an inducement for him to render assistance to their company, San Hoe, and further its business interests with REC.

Timor-Leste conferred its highest honour, the Order of Timor-Leste (Grand Collar), on Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Friday (July 3). In an earlier statement issued on July 1, the Prime Minister's Office said that the award recognises Singapore's contributions to Timor-Leste's national development, and support for its membership in the Association of Southeast Asian nations (Asean).The country became the bloc's 11th member in October 2025.PM Wong received the Order of Timor-Leste (Grand Collar) from President Jose Ramos-Horta a ceremony at the Presidential Palace in Dili.In his remarks at the conferment ceremony, PM Wong said he is receiving the award on behalf of Singapore and the many Singaporeans who have contributed to the friendship between the two countries. «The award belongs to those who have served here over the years – conducting training, sharing professional knowledge, building capabilities, and living and working alongside our Timorese friends in support of nation-building,» the prime minister added.

L'Organisation mondiale de la santé (OMS) accélère la riposte contre Ebola Bundibugyo en République démocratique du Congo. Son directeur général, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, a, lors d'un point de presse tenu ce mercredi 24 juin, annoncé le lancement imminent d'un essai clinique visant à tester deux antiviraux. Les deux molécules retenues pour cette étude sont l'anticorps monoclonal MBP134 et l'antiviral remdesivir. A en croire l'OMS, les préparatifs sont finalisés et les premiers (...) - SANTE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Le Gouvernement de la République informe l'opinion nationale et internationale du lancement d'une opération exceptionnelle visant à répondre à l'urgence de l'approvisionnement en eau dans le Grand Libreville. A la suite des échanges directs et constructifs entre le Président de la République et les agents de la Société d'Energie et d'Eau du Gabon (SEEG), tenus au Centre de Formation Jean Violas, des mesures concrètes ont été arrêtées afin d'apporter des solutions immédiates aux (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[RFI] The fragile peace process between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo is under renewed pressure, as the United States imposes fresh sanctions over alleged links to mineral trafficking from areas controlled by M23 rebels. Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe tells RFI Kigali is being unfairly blamed - arguing that the Congolese government has failed to meet its own commitments under the US-brokered peace deal.

Despite handling nearly 600,000 fewer passengers during the first five months of the year, Sangster International Airport is pressing ahead with a major expansion programme as it prepares for an expected rebound in visitor demand.

Medical chief of staff at the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI), Dr Carl Bruce, has rejected allegations that he assaulted colleague Dr Roger Hunter during a 2007 incident, describing the claims as “a complete falsification” while branding Hunter “mentally unstable”.

[Ghanaian Times] The Government of Ghana has strongly condemned the killing of a Ghanaian national in South Africa and called for a swift investigation to bring those responsible to justice.

[HRW] Governments Should Urge Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger to Reverse Decision

[Nyasa Times] Thousands of Malawian civil servants were left without their June salaries this week after a technical failure at the Accountic General's Office disrupted the payment process -- despite the salaries having been processed on 30 June 2026.

A 70-year-old man died after reportedly falling into the sea while unloading cargo off Pulau Ubin on Wednesday (July 1). The deceased, identified as Huang Laiming (transliteration), was a boatman and had been transporting construction supplies to Pulau Ubin on behalf of a contractor, according to Chinese publication 8world. He had reportedly finished unloading the cargo and was standing at the front of a boat when he lost his balance and fell into the sea. He then struck his head on a rock in the water and later died from his injuries.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police and Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said they were alerted at about 2pm to the incident at 91 Loyang Way, which is the address of both the Police Coast Guard's Loyang Base and the Loyang Marine Fire Post.The deceased was retrieved from the waters and taken unconscious to Changi General Hospital, where he later died, the authorities said. Boatman for over 10 yearsOne of the deceased's younger brothers, Huang, told the Chinese news outlet that he learned of the accident after receiving a call from workers at the scene. 

Pek Kio resident Uncle Thien, famed for using twigs to create portraits on walkways, has died at 83.The retiree was a familiar face around the neighbourhood, often choosing to work on his art in the vicinity of Block 44 Owen Road.MP Alvin Tan, who oversees the Moulmein-Cairnhill division of Tanjong Pagar GRC, paid tribute to the talented twig artist on social media on Thursday (July 2).Uncle Thien was «happiest» when he assembled figures out of twigs in a quiet public spot, said Tan, who first met the elderly man in 2020.«Uncle Thien is dear to us in Pek Kio. He was unwell recently and passed on yesterday (July 1)...Attended his wake today and met his family who told us how he felt so at home here with us,» he added.«We will miss him.» 

Singapore will open up selected sectors and occupations to Timor-Leste workers next year, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced on Friday (July 3), during his two-day official visit to the country.Describing it as a «win-win initiative», PM Wong said at the joint press conference with his Timor-Leste counterpart Xanana Gusmao that this will be a valuable partnership for both sides. «(It will allow) Timorese people to gain skills and work experience, and then come back eventually to contribute to Timor-Leste. At the same time, it helps to meet the manpower needs of Singapore in selected sectors,» he explained.The prime minister also pointed out that the move goes beyond being an economic initiative, and could build closer people-to-people ties and business-to-business exchanges, thereby facilitating further cooperation in future.Echoing the point, Timor-Leste PM Gusmao highlighted that human resources is one of the «greatest challenges» faced by the developing country.