The number of marriages registered in Singapore continued to decline in 2025, with couples marrying later, according to figures from the Singapore Department of Statistics (SingStat).In a statement on Friday (July 10), SingStat said 24,688 marriages were registered in 2025, down 6.2 per cent from 26,328 in 2024.The average number of marriages registered annually between 2023 and 2025 stands at 26,442, lower than the 27,156 recorded between 2016 and 2019, reflecting a longer-term downward trend.Compared with a decade ago, marriage rates for men and women also fell.In 2025, there were 39.1 marriages per 1,000 unmarried males aged 15 to 49, down from 44.2 in 2015. Among unmarried females in the same age group, the rate fell to 38.1 per 1,000, from 41.1 a decade earlier.

Meghan, Archie and Lilibet are not expected to appear at any public engagements - but talks about a reunion with King Charles remain ongoing.

Casting a vote in national elections should be made mandatory for Brits with £10 fines dished out for those who abstain, the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has said.

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The sides are expected to discuss the situation around the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant and the Bushehr NPP in Iran

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In addition, six field ammunition depots, 45 unmanned aircraft control centers, and a Starlink satellite communications station were identified and eliminated

He went in with hopes of fixing a toothache, but left with holes in his mouth, wallet and bank account. A man surnamed Li from Shaanxi province in China visited Datuanyuan Dental Clinic last September to seek a cure for his aching tooth, South China Morning Post reported on Friday (July 10).The 63-year-old told Chinese media that the clinic had put out advertisements claiming that patients would be able to «get a dental implant in the morning and eat meat in the afternoon», and even «have a complete set of teeth» to «live past 100».Believing their advertisements, Li got on a car that the clinic provided, even receiving a free check-up.'Only had 30 yuan left'Convinced by the clinic's various offerings, Li placed his faith — and his teeth — in their hands.However, what was supposed to be a quick fix became a nightmare for Li as the remaining 12 teeth he had in his mouth were all removed, with the clinic placing 10 artificial teeth in Li's mouth, Guangming Online reported.Li was also charged 18,800 yuan (S$3,573.03) for the procedure, draining his bank account and leaving him 6,200 yuan in debt.

A simple ice cream craving led to a heartwarming encounter when a stranger stepped in to help a woman who was short of cash to pay for the treat.The scene played out at an «old-school ice cream truck» on Thursday (July 9), shared TikTok user _1000mg, who did not mention the exact location.She had stopped there on her way home as she was «craving something cold after a warm and long day» and was about to order two ice creams when she noticed a «cash only» sign. After rummaging through her bag and realising she had no cash, the user asked the ice cream seller if he accepted PayNow, but he did not.Still craving the sweet treat, she was about to call her partner to bring some cash when another woman beside her offered to help pay first.The user immediately logged in to her bank app to PayNow the woman for the ice creams, but the woman left.«She smiled, declined my offer to pay her back, and walked away while I waited for my ice cream.»The user, after collecting her ice cream, ran after the woman to repay her, but was refused again. 

A woman was left shaken after allegedly spotting someone peering through a hole while she was using a temporary female toilet during Home Improvement Programme (HIP) works at her home in Yew Tee.In a Facebook post on Friday (July 10), user Nahk Naze shared her account of the incident, which she said took place at the temporary shower facilities serving Blocks 563 and 564 along Chua Chu Kang Street 52.According to the post, she noticed a hole in the toilet wall and allegedly saw someone behind it. When she shouted, she saw someone run away.Nahk Naze alleged that the hole «was deliberately made to peep» and that it led to a storage area accessible only to workers.In an update posted in the comments, Nahk Naze said HDB officers visited Block 563 at about 11.30am on Friday, after the incident was reported to them.It is unclear if a police report has been lodged.

A fierce standoff has erupted between the government and Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) over whether former Secretary to the President and Cabinet Colleen Zamba should testify before lawmakers, threatening to further delay the release of the long-awaited report into the controversial K90 billion Amaryllis Hotel purchase. The deadlock comes as the National Advocacy Platform […] The post Amaryllis probe deadlock: Govt, PAC clash over Zamba’s appearance appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Parliament has confirmed that it has no constitutional power to stop the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from discontinuing criminal cases, even after finding fault with the reasons for doing so, exposing what legal experts say is a major accountability gap in Malawi’s justice system. The admission by the chairperson of Parliament’s Legal Affairs Committee, […] The post Parliament admits it cannot stop DPP from dropping criminal cases anyhow appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The government has intensified its crackdown on non-compliant higher education institutions, with the deregistration of Pentecostal Life University (PLU) coming barely two weeks after authorities ordered the closure of Skyway University, signaling a tougher stance on quality standards in Malawi’s tertiary education sector. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the National Council for Higher […] The post Govt tightens noose on rogue colleges as PLU becomes second university shut Down appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Meghan, Archie and Lilibet are not expected to appear at any public engagements - but talks about a reunion with King Charles remain ongoing.

Sonam Wangchuk stated his hunger stabilized after thirteen days of fasting at Jantar Mantar. He asserted his constitutional right to peaceful protest should not be violated by authorities. Wangchuk supports students demanding accountability for examination irregularities and pending Ladakh issues. He believes the education minister's resignation could restore youth confidence politically. The protest continues with a planned march to Parliament on July 20.

Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the panel's two-day meeting in Goa, Chaudhary said consultations held across the country had received overwhelming support from civil society stakeholders for the proposal. He also cited estimates suggesting that frequent elections cost the Indian economy nearly Rs 7 lakh crore. The committee held discussions on the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, beginning its Goa visit with an interaction involving chief minister Pramod Sawant and members of the state cabinet.

The Delhi High Court upheld actor Rajpal Yadav's conviction in multiple cheque bounce cases. The court sentenced the actor to three months imprisonment for these offenses. This judgment dismissed petitions challenging the trial court's earlier decision. Yadav had previously paid approximately Rs 4.25 crore to the complainant company. He is also facing a separate loan dispute case with a large outstanding amount.

The Supreme Court will hear petitions on July 13 concerning alleged Ram temple donation embezzlement. Three petitions seek a court-monitored CBI probe into financial irregularities. Petitioners also demand a forensic audit of the Trust's entire finances. An investigation is underway in Uttar Pradesh, with eight accused arrested. Temple trust members express faith in the ongoing investigation and administration.

[allAfrica] The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been labelled the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak ever, not only among the previous Bundibugyo outbreaks. This has raised concern that response efforts are falling behind the virus. As of 10 July 2026, the DR Congo had recorded 1,759 confirmed cases and 600 deaths. Neighbouring Uganda had reported 20 cases, including two fatalities and 17 recoveries.

As part of ongoing European Union (EU) efforts to create a more business-friendly and competitive environment, on 24 June 2026 the European Commission presented a proposal for a tax simplification package, including an omnibus simplifying EU rules on direct taxation. The proposed omnibus comprises a set of measures designed to streamline EU direct taxation rules and reduce administrative burdens, by revising key corporate tax directives. The legislative acts proposed for revision are the Interest and Royalties Directive, the Tax Merger Directive, Parent-Subsidiary Directive, the Anti-Tax-Avoidance Directive, the Tax Dispute Resolution Mechanisms Directive, and the Faster and Safer Relief of Excess Withholding Taxes Directive. The implementation of this legislation has led to a fragmented landscape across EU Member States, characterised by different rules and interpretations. Evidence indicates that these directives have created significant challenges for taxpayers and businesses, leading to legal uncertainty and inefficiencies, particularly for cross-border activities, which can undermine the proper functioning of the EU single market and business competitiveness. Additionally, the tax landscape has evolved significantly, both within the EU and globally, since the adoption of the directives the omnibus addresses. This evolution is particularly evident with the introduction of new regulations such as the EU's Global Minimum Tax Directive, which has created additional complexities in the existing tax framework. This implementation appraisal focuses primarily on the revision of the directives under the omnibus. It also examines implementation reports, evaluations, and other evidence assessing the application of the directives under revision. It summarises the main features of the omnibus proposal and considers the European Parliament's perspective, written questions from its Members, and the views of stakeholders, including EU institutions and advisory bodies. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Le point de non-retour est franchi à la veille du vote crucial du collectif budgétaire. Le président du Pays est désormais considéré comme démissionné d’office du Tāvini Huiraatira. En l’espace de 24 heures, le parti bleu ciel a balayé le prétendu «consensus» mis en avant par le groupe A Fano Ti'a, qualifiant les déclarations de l'exécutif de «mensonge» et de «manipulation». À la veille du vote crucial du collectif budgétaire ce vendredi 10 juillet, le gouvernement de Moetai Brotherson se retrouve plus que jamais face au mur de l’Assemblée.

Singapore has been named the world's leading maritime centre for the 13th consecutive year in the 2026 Xinhua-Baltic international shipping centre development (ISCD) index.In a news release on Friday (July 10), the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said the recognition is significant as it marks its 30th anniversary.«It reflects three decades of close partnership between MPA and the maritime community to strengthen Maritime Singapore’s ecosystem, underpinned by strong connectivity, a comprehensive range of maritime services, and Singapore’s role as a trusted platform for the global maritime community to connect and collaborate,» the authority said. The ISCD index is an internationally recognised benchmark of leading maritime centres, and assesses maritime hubs across a range of indicators, including port performance, maritime business services, and the overall business environment.Connected to over 600 ports worldwideLast year, Singapore handled a record 44.66 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in container throughput and 3.22 billion gross tonnage in vessel arrivals.

One person was taken to hospital after a traffic accident involving a van near the Kuo Chuan Presbyterian school zone in Bishan on Friday (July 10).Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to an accident along Bishan Street 13 at about 1.10pm. Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary School students are typically dismissed at 1.25pm. The school is about 700 metres away from the accident site. The person was taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital.The Straits Times reported that the injured person is a female pedestrian who was hit by the van.When AsiaOne reached the accident site, a silver van with a cracked windscreen was seen overturned near a sheltered walkway.A section of the shelter was damaged in the accident.Debris, including a tyre, were scattered across the scene, and police officers were seen inspecting the area.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused opposition parties of appeasement politics. He alleged they disrespected Hindu faith by allowing prayers at Hanumangarhi temple. Adityanath stated these parties opposed Ayodhya's development and Ram temple construction. He highlighted the current government's role in building the grand Ram temple. The chief minister also mentioned opposition to Ayodhya's transformation and new projects.

The panel examined issues relating to «Internal control and quality assurance in execution of MES contracts» based on Chapter II of CAG Report No. 1 of 2026. It also reviewed findings under «Abandonment of buildings constructed costing Rs. 166.16 crore due to substandard construction and delay in fixing of responsibility» contained in Paragraph 3.3 of CAG Report No. 28 of 2025.

Disbarred attorney Ano Miller-Sewell, who reportedly misappropriated more than $37 million entrusted to her by a client in a failed real estate transaction, has promised to repay the outstanding amount by early August.

WESTERN BUREAU: Hotelier Christopher Issa has called for the construction of a world-class performing arts centre in western Jamaica, arguing that the region’s cultural talent has long been constrained by inadequate venues.

Spain enters today’s World Cup quarterfinals against Belgium as heavy favourites, but with that tag comes much anxiety for their fans. The two European nations will square off at the Los Angeles Stadium in California with the expectations of their fan base heavy on their shoulders.

The St Catherine Municipal Corporation (StCMC) has unanimously adopted a resolution aimed at better protecting public infrastructure and ensuring that local authorities are compensated for damage caused by motor vehicle crashes, vandalism, and heavy-duty vehicles.

Government Minister Matthew Samuda has floated a recommendation for the Financial Investigations Division (FID) to be given the mandate to review or examine the statutory declarations of members of parliament (MPs) instead of the Integrity Commission (IC). Samuda, a member of the Integrity Commission Oversight Committee (ICOC), pitched the idea during a meeting of the body on Thursday.

Like all good posh boys, Arthur Fery knew how to behave when Her Majesty the Queen tapped him on the shoulder the last time he prepared to walk on to Centre Court.

Fresh rules for household waste and recycling came into force in England on March 31 but one in four councils were not ready to provide the service with many delaying the rollout.