[Nile Post] The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a global health alert over a fast-moving outbreak of chikungunya, a mosquito-borne viral disease, that is sweeping across the Indian Ocean islands and making inroads into mainland Africa and South East Asia.

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The Air India Flight AI 171 crash is under investigation, focusing on ten critical seconds in the cockpit. A Bloomberg report highlights unexplained actions, including the simultaneous cutoff of engine fuel switches shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Confusion and delays in resetting the switches, coupled with the aircraft's low altitude, prevented engine reignition.

Ce mercredi 23 juillet 2025, Mark Alexandre Doumba, Ministre de l'Économie numérique, de la Digitalisation et de l'Innovation, a présidé une réunion stratégique avec l'ensemble des parties prenantes de son ministère. Cette rencontre a réuni les directions générales sous tutelle, les services techniques du ministère ainsi que les principaux opérateurs du secteur, notamment Moov Africa Gabon Télécom, Airtel Gabon et GVA (écosystème privé). Elle s'inscrit dans une volonté d'impulsion, de (...) - ECONOMIE NUMERIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Sous le Haut patronage du Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, et sous le leadership du ministre de la Planification et de la Prospective, Louise Pierrette Mvono, s'est ouvert, l'atelier de lancement du processus d'élaboration du plan national de croissance et de développement (PNCD), ce mercredi 23 juillet 2025 dans la capitale gabonaise Libreville, et ce, en présence de plusieurs membres du gouvernement. La rédaction vous propose l'intégralité de l'allocution du (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

La Présidente du Sénat de la Transition, Paulette Missambo, a reçu en audience ce lundi Monsieur Moussa Batraki, Secrétaire général de l'Organisation des États d'Afrique, des Caraïbes et du Pacifique (OEACP), en visite de travail au Gabon. Cette rencontre s'inscrit dans le cadre d'une tournée régionale préparatoire au prochain sommet de l'OEACP, qui se tiendra à Malabo (Guinée équatoriale) avant la fin de l'année. Au cœur des échanges : • L'urgence de la ratification de l'Accord de (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

A passenger plane with 49 people on board has gone missing during a short-distance flight over Amur Region, officials say Read Full Article at RT.com

Marking its 70th anniversary, Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) has emerged as India's largest trade union, surpassing Left-leaning organizations. Rooted in RSS's philosophy of social harmony, BMS advocates cooperation over class conflict. Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the union's journey as a vindication of RSS's worldview, urging adaptation to modern challenges while upholding core principles and cautioning against hubris.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has strongly criticized Goa CM Pramod Sawant's remarks regarding the Mahadayi river water project, deeming them an insult to the people of Karnataka. Karnataka vows to fight for its rightful share of the project legally, politically, and morally, emphasizing the project's importance for North Karnataka's drinking water needs.

India has called for renewed dialogue and diplomacy to achieve peace in the Middle East, emphasizing that temporary pauses in hostilities are insufficient. Addressing the UN Security Council, Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni stressed the need for a ceasefire, release of hostages, and a two-state solution.

Following Jagdeep Dhankhar's unexpected resignation as Vice President, the government refuted claims that he was compelled to immediately vacate his official residence. Opposition parties are questioning the circumstances surrounding his departure, suggesting potential pressure to step down despite the official reason being health concerns. The Election Commission has begun the process to elect a new vice president.

The BJP has strongly criticized RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's suggestion of a possible election boycott in Bihar, viewing it as a sign of the Mahagathbandhan's fear of defeat. The BJP claims Yadav's opposition to the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls failed to gain public support.

Russia’s top negotiator has said there is no point in a leaders’ meeting if a peace deal is not ready Read Full Article at RT.com

[SNA] N'Djamena, July 23, 2025 (SUNA) - The African Ambassadors' Group in N'Djamena provided humanitarian aid to Sudanese refugees on Wednesday at the Sudanese Club there.

Scammers are posing as staff members from the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) to phish for personal information in a new scam variant, the police have warned.These scammers would make unsolicited phone calls to members of the public, some of whom were told that their identities had been stolen and used to apply for credit cards, or to register phone numbers that were allegedly involved in criminal activities.The police said that in one case, the scammer had transferred the call to another «officer» from NCPC, who talked to the victim via WhatsApp.The scammer sent fake official documents to the victim to enhance his credibility. The victim was then instructed to transfer money into a «safety account» as part of police investigations.The victim only realised he had fallen for a scam after telling his family member about the alleged investigations, prompting the family to verify directly with the police.Senior Assistant Commissioner Devrajan Bala, director of the police's Scam Public Education Office and executive director of NPCP, said they had received information about this scam variant from the ScamShield Helpline.

SINGAPORE — One day after a fatal fire resulted in two deaths in Toa Payoh Lorong 1, some residents said they believed one of the victims was a «hoarder».The fire on July 22 that ravaged a three-room flat on the second floor of Block 173 caused over 100 residents to be evacuated from the block at about 7.30pm.A 56-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman were found lying motionless in the unit, according to the police.They were pronounced dead at the scene by a paramedic.Although the identities of the victims have not been revealed by the authorities, a resident on the third floor told The Straits Times that he was familiar with the dead man.The resident, who gave his name only as Wong, was cleaning the soot off his front window when ST visited him on the morning of July 23.

Researchers described their findings as 'alarming' and warn people 'enticed' by discounts on counterfeit designer goods risk being harmed by 'toxic' ingredients.

A Parisian and a reporter pretending to be American found that several tourists from outside of France had been posting complaints online about being overcharged.

Ozzy Osbourne was seen spending time with his family in a sweet final video shared just two days before his death aged 76. 

The school will pay the settlement over three years, the university said after the funds were canceled as part of the White House's crackdown on antisemitism on campus.

Moscow Police Department released a trove of records related to the November 13, 2022, murders - just hours after the mass killer was sentenced to a lifetime behind bars.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in London for a two-day visit, commencing the first leg of his two-nation tour. He was warmly greeted by the Indian community and expressed gratitude for their support. Discussions with UK leaders, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will focus on the Free Trade Agreement, extradition of fugitives like Vijay Mallya, and concerns regarding Khalistani groups.

Ukraine has attacked Russia’s Black Sea coast with drones, killing at least one civilian Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE – In the first prosecution involving etomidate-laced vapes, known as Kpods, the court has directed the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) to provide more information for sentencing, including a profile of end users.Mohammed Akil Abdul Rahim, 41, who is alleged to have made the Kpods at home with the intent to sell them, had been expected to plead guilty on July 23.The Singaporean, who is facing a total of eight charges, including two for selling and possession to sell etomidate under the Poisons Act in Yishun, is now scheduled to do so on Aug 11 after the case was adjourned for the prosecution to flesh out its sentencing submissions.In court on July 23, Deputy Principal District Judge Ong Chin Rhu noted that the prosecution had furnished a skeletal sentencing submission. She added that, given the novelty of the case and the fact that there are no precedents for the possession for sale of etomidate under the Poisons Act, time should be given for the prosecution to furnish a full version.This would include case law for a case of this nature, Judge Ong said.

The Ukrainian leader is not “turning” to authoritarianism – it has always been his goal, and when he has it, he won’t let go Read Full Article at RT.com

The European Commission chief has urged “respect for the rule of law” following Kiev’s crackdown on anti-corruption agencies Read Full Article at RT.com

A leaked claim about control of the Syunik corridor may or may not be true – but the conditions for it are rapidly falling into place Read Full Article at RT.com

Armenia has agreed to allow the US to manage a transport corridor through its territory, a Spanish news outlet claims Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine has attacked Russia’s Black Sea coast with drones, killing at least one civilian Read Full Article at RT.com