The public service must make sure that its policies reflect both long-term goals and current, lived-in realities to reinforce mutual understanding and trust with the public, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said on Friday (Sept 19). «As public service leaders, we must demonstrate not just competence, but also compassion and empathy in how we lead. We must believe in what we do. »We must connect national priorities with the everyday concerns of Singaporeans,« he said.DPM Gan was speaking at the Annual Public Service Leadership Ceremony held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention centre.Also present were Minister-in-charge of Public Service Chan Chun Sing, chairman of the Public Service Commission Lee Tzu Yang and head of Civil Service Leo Yip.Reflecting on Singapore's 60 years of independence, DPM Gan said that the public service has been »at the centre of every chapter of our nation's development« — from building public housing estates and world-class infrastructure, to establishing strong economic, healthcare and social institutions — adding that »these achievements are not because of chance". 

Various legislation relating to criminal and traffic offences will be amended to deal with evolving criminal threats and situations, and ensure Singapore remains a safe country.The Government is also committed to address the population challenges of a falling fertility rate and rapidly ageing population.These plans were revealed on Friday (Sept 19), in ministries' addenda to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's address at the opening of Parliament.The ministries are the Ministry of Culture, Community, and Youth (MCCY), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Ministry of Law (MinLaw), Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) and Ministry of Finance (MOF).In his address on Sept 5, President Tharman said that in a tense geopolitical environment, Singapore cannot take security for granted — foreign actors will seek to manipulate public opinion while dangers at home such as terrorism scams and drugs will threaten society.

A company director has been charged with misappropriating over $400,000 intended for foreign exchange (forex) investments, on Friday (Sept 19).In a statement on Sept 19, the police said that Yeo Wei Zhi Lloyd, sole director of Lloyd Capital Pte Ltd, was charged in court with six counts of criminal breach of trust. Additionally, he faces three counts of carrying on a business in a regulated activity of fund management without a capital markets services licence.According to the police, Yeo allegedly operated a fund management business both personally and through Lloyd Capital between June 2017 and November 2019.This included handling forex trading, leveraged forex trading, and managing portfolios of capital market products on behalf of investors.Between August 2018 and November 2019, 17 investors paid a total of $639,406.02 to Lloyd Capital for the purpose of forex investments. 

Vice President JD Vance has moved quickly to lead the public mourning for his friend, Charlie Kirk, solidifying his role as standard-bearer for his movement.

The bipartisan legislation would give coffee a carve-out from President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

The leaders of the world’s two biggest economies will talk for the first time since June. The call could pave the way for an in-person meeting as soon as next month.

Public sector spending was £18billion higher than income in August despite surging tax revenues.

Andy Burnham failed to quash speculation about his plans in an interview as Keir Starmer struggles to stabilise the government.

Dr Mike Hall told the Mail's Trial podcast that the jury had been wrong to convict the former neo-natal nurse and it was 'unfair' that he did not take the stand.

La session budgétaire s’est ouverte jeudi 18 septembre à l’Assemblée de Polynésie. Dans son discours, le président du Pays a présenté la politique du budget à venir. Moetai Brotherson a déroulé une série de mesures attendues pour l’année 2026, tout en pointant du doigt ses prédécesseurs.

Marissa Laimou, 30, was found dead in her bed by a housekeeper at the townhouse she lived in with her parents in Knightsbridge, central London, on September 11.

[allAfrica] Geneva -- A new report on South Sudan rebukes the country's political elites for systemic government corruption and brazen predation, and the UN Human Rights Commission says it must be urgently addressed.

China has urged Papua New Guinea not to sign any deal that might exclude or restrict third parties from cooperating with the Pacific nation, as Australia scrambles to clinch a landmark defence treaty.

Candidats à la Députation-Siège unique du 2ᵉ Arrondissement de Franceville. Chers Pères, Chères Mères, Chers jeunes, Chers Compatriotes, Depuis les indépendances, notre pays a exploré de nombreuses voies de développement. Certaines politiques publiques et certaines réformes ont porté leurs fruits et marqué positivement la vie de nos concitoyens. Mais il faut avoir le courage de le dire : beaucoup reste à faire. En 2023, près de 33 % des Gabonais vivaient encore sous le seuil de (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[allAfrica]

[allAfrica] Eleven people detained in Ghana after being deported from the U.S. are suing President John Mahama's government.

From the moment King Charles extended the invitation for a second state visit to President Trump in February, Melania will have been planning her sartorial roll call.

When King Charles's wife welcomed Melania to Windsor Castle for her official state visit yesterday, she found herself in a rather uncomfortable social situation.

Matthew James Ruth, the man who allegedly killed three police officer in a horrifying massacre in York County, Pennsylvania Wednesday, wore camo and binoculars to stalk his ex just before.

EDEN: I can disclose that the author who, at 61, is nearly 12 years younger than his ex-wife, has got engaged to one of the quartet of his alleged lovers - Dutch equestrian Judith Pietersen, 34.

Enthusiasts in Mumbai and Delhi eagerly awaited the iPhone 17 series launch, causing long queues and a minor scuffle at the BKC Jio Centre. The new lineup, including the iPhone 17 Pro Max, boasts an A19 Bionic chip and enhanced cameras. Some customers, like Irfan, waited overnight for specific models, while others expressed concerns about security amidst the chaos.

Yasin Malik, jailed JKLF chief, claims he met with Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed in 2006 at the request of IB, as part of a backchannel peace process. Malik alleges that then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh expressed gratitude for his efforts.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has broken its silence with a bold assurance to its supporters and the nation, declaring that the integrity of the 2025 election results remains intact and that “victory is on the way.” In a strongly-worded statement posted on its official Facebook page Friday morning, the former ruling party urged calm […] The post DPP Assures Malawians: “Victory Is on the Way, the People’s Will Is Protected” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prominent social media influencer and writer Onjezani Kenani has spoken out following the unfolding election results, stressing that his celebration is not about the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) returning to power but about Malawians asserting their democratic will. In a candid post on Friday, Kenani clarified: “Let me make it very clear. I’m not celebrating […] The post Onjezani Kenani: “Malawians Have Sent a Strong Message – Take Them for Granted, They Will Kick You Out” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Renowned lawyer Khumbo Soko has issued a blunt call to President Lazarus Chakwera, urging him to concede defeat in the just-ended election, saying anything short of that risks plunging the country into needless tension. In a strongly-worded Facebook post, Soko said all candidates, including the President, already have the results from polling stations and know […] The post Prominent Lawyer Khumbo Soko Urges Chakwera to Concede Defeat: “I Think MCP has Lost this Election.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The strain of overseeing the hotly contested 2025 Tripartite Elections turned tragic on Thursday night when a Constituency Returning Officer (CRO) attempted to take his own life after reportedly failing to deliver on his duties. Police in Nathenje have confirmed that the incident occurred on 18 September 2025 at around 10 p.m. at the Nkhoma […] The post Election Pressure: Nkhoma CRO Survives Suicide Attempt After Admitting Failure to Deliver Duties appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[New Times] Yves Iradukunda has been named state minister in the Ministry of ICT and Innovation (MINICT), where he was until Thursday serving as permanent secretary. He becomes the first person to hold the post at the ministry.

[New Times] Rwandan politicians have strongly criticized the recent resolution of the European Parliament demanding unconditional release of Victoire Ingabire, dismissing it as a neocolonial posture.

[WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville -- Response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is accelerating, with a range of control measures being scaled up leading to quicker detection of the virus, early start of treatment and care, contact tracing, as well as vaccine rollout.

WESTERN BUREAU: THE MONTEGO Bay-based Fresh Bread Ministries International [FBMI], a nondenominational church, has formally launched a new scholarship fund to assist a selected ward of the state in St James, as part of its 25th anniversary...

WESTERN BUREAU: FORMER AIR Jamaica administrator and longstanding community advocate Kay Chang has called for greater recognition of the diaspora leisure market, saying its untapped potential and historical significance would be a great asset to...

THE BETHABARA Primary School in Newport, Manchester, is looking to brand and market the high-quality crops and value-added products from its greenhouse farm. Principal of the institution, Cecil Hamilton, said that the farm, which is a key part of...

WESTERN BUREAU: SEVERAL EMPLOYEES and groups affiliated to the Western Regional Health Authority’s (WRHA) maintenance services department were honoured for their contributions to the region’s health sector at the authority’s Maintenance Week 2025...