[Premium Times] The abduction, one of the largest school kidnappings in recent months, unsettled Nigerian authorities and kept security forces on their feet.

PARAMARIBO, Suriname (AP) — A knife attack outside Suriname ’s capital of Paramaribo killed at least nine people, including five children, police said Sunday. Officials said the victims included four of the attacker’s children and neighbours who...

The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is urging members of the public to desist from engaging in the illegal practice of “gun salutes” during New Year celebrations. In a statement, the JCF said the activity is unlawful and poses serious risks,...

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says several Caribbean nationals, including a Jamaican man, have been arrested among over 17,500 criminal illegal nationals for crimes under the Laken Riley Act. DHS said the Laken Riley Act...

[Dabanga] Cassablanca -- Sudanese national soccer team, the 'Falcons of Jediane', have revived their chances of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations, currently being held in Morocco, with an important 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea on Sunday evening at the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, as part of the second round of Group E.

[Daba Finance] Nawah Scientific, an Egypt-based deeptech company, has raised $23 million in a Series A round made up of equity and debt, as it marks ten years since it was founded.

[CAF] Algeria defeat Burkina Faso to reach the knockout stages Sudan secure a vital win over Equatorial Guinea Mozambique edge Gabon 3-2, claiming their first-ever AFCON win Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire play to exciting draw in Marrakech

A resident of the Vogahverfi district in Reykjavík says heavy truck traffic along Kleppsmýrarvegur is putting severe strain on local residents. She says it is a miracle that no serious accident has occurred and questions why the City of Reykjavík failed to make traffic changes when residential buildings were constructed along the road.

The Houthis have condemned Israel’s recognition of breakaway Somaliland, as the move draws broad international condemnation Read Full Article at RT.com

European military stocks have tumbled after US President Donald Trump signaled progress in Ukraine peace process Read Full Article at RT.com

The incumbent leaders of the Central African Republic and Guinea are widely expected to win outright in both countries Read Full Article at RT.com

The South African Communist Party has condemned Israel’s latest West Bank settlement plan as an attempt to block Palestinian statehood Read Full Article at RT.com

In December, the military has shown the highest advance rates in the outgoing year, Russia’s General Staff chief Valery Gerasimov says Read Full Article at RT.com

The Unnao survivor seeks the death penalty for Kuldeep Singh Sengar, welcoming the Supreme Court's stay on his bail. China launched massive drills near Taiwan, prompting a high alert. The Environment Minister praised the SC's stay on the Aravalli definition. Defence spending will see a Rs 79,000 crore boost. Lalit Modi apologized for his remarks with Vijay Mallya.

Gratitude, relief and excitement rippled through In Town Supermarket in Santa Cruz, St Elizabeth, on December 18, as JN Money covered grocery bills for several customers still reeling from the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa. Santa Cruz...

CMC: Outgoing Caribbean Community (CARICOM) chairman, Prime Minister Andrew Holness, has reiterated the need for the region to remain a ‘Zone of Peace’ grounded in respect for international law, the peaceful settlement of disputes, and the de-...

Many consumers feel pride in avoiding the glazed pastries in the supermarket and instead opting for “all natural” granola that comes packed with extra protein. Same goes for low-fat yoghurt “made with real fruit”, “organic” plant-based milks and...

For the fourth consecutive year, the JN Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to Mustard Seed Communities, spreading holiday cheer and delivering much-needed practical support through its annual Comfort for Christmas initiative. This year’s...

Ricardo Motley, a father of two from McIntyre Villa in Kingston, watched from the sidelines as his 10-year-old son performed in the Christmas dance at the close-out ceremony of the Child Resiliency Programme at Holy Family Primary and Infant School...

[This Day] Amad Diallo scored his second goal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as holders Ivory Coast drew with Cameroon in an enthralling clash between the tournament heavyweights in Marrakech, Morocco.

[Leadership] Gabon is facing the prospect of an early exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations following a 3-2 defeat to Mozambique in their Group F clash in Agadir. This match marked a significant milestone for Mozambique, ending a 40-year wait for their first victory in the continental finals.

TEHRAN – Mohammad-Hossein Omid, the chancellor of University of Tehran, and Osama Ismail Al-Mashhadani, the president of the University of Nineveh, have explored the potential to boost collaborations between the two universities.

TEHRAN – During the third national congress on Iranian women, 60 of the most successful women entrepreneurs, who have played a key role in the country's social and economic development, were honored.

TEHRAN – The deputy health minister, Alireza Raeisi, has urged the implementation of the clean air law as air pollution accounts for 57,000 deaths in the country annually.

TEHRAN – Iran's anti-narcotics police have attended a training course organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in cooperation with the Siberian Law Institute of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation.

A 70-year-old male car driver is assisting with police investigations following a hit-and-run accident in Ang Mo Kio on Sunday (Dec 28). The police told AsiaOne that they were alerted to the accident involving two cars and a lorry at Block 223 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 at about 8.20pm. Dashcam footage shared on the SG Road Vigilante Facebook page shows a red Porsche reversing out of its parking lot, before ramming into a stationary lorry next to it. The car reverses and then moves forward again, this time hitting a BMW parked two lots away — causing a severely dented bumper.  No injuries were reported from the accident, said the police. [[nid:726635]]chingshijie@asiaone.com 

By The Washington Post’s latest tally, at least 18 former members — 11 Democrats and seven Republicans — are asking voters to send them back to D.C. next year.

As Trump’s first year in office comes to a close, both he and his Trump world allies have learned hard lessons about Musk’s unusual influence.

Over 200 students from 72 countries have graduated with Diplomas in Theology in Leadership and Business Innovation from the International School of Seers (ISOS) under the ECG–Jesus Nation Church, marking a historic milestone for the institution. The graduation ceremony, held at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe, was graced by Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, […] The post Over 200 Graduates from 72 Countries as Bushiri Hails a New Generation of Faith-Driven Global Leaders appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a country long plagued by leadership failures, economic mismanagement, and political theatrics, the Malawian voter has emerged as the true hero of 2025. Nyasa Times has chosen the voter as our Person of the Year, and for good reason: September’s elections delivered a resounding message to leaders across Malawi—the era of taking citizens for […] The post Nyasa Times Person of the Year 2025: The Malawian Voter – A Wake-Up Call to Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Public Private Partnership Commission, PPPC Chief Executive Officer Patrick Kabambe says the termination of the shipping and ports concession agreement was taken in the best interest of Malawi’s long-term development. Kabambe said the government remains committed to ensuring that critical infrastructure such as ports and shipping operations functions efficiently and delivers measurable economic benefits. In […] The post PPPC´s Kabambe envisions bright future for shipping industry. appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.