Singapore is taking a «fresh look» at issues relating to marriage and parenthood to help families lighten the load as family life comes under greater strain, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Saturday (Aug 8).Ultimately, economic growth and technological progress must translate into better lives for all Singaporeans, he said in his National Day Message on the eve of the nation's 61st birthday.

Since Singapore's independence 61 years ago, Singaporeans from all backgrounds have come together as «one people and one nation», and as the world becomes increasingly divided, the values embodied in Singapore's national pledge are more relevant than ever, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.In his National Day message on Aug 8, he called on Singaporeans to keep faith with one another and stay true to the ideals of the national pledge.And if Singapore and its people can do so, there will be a better and stronger Singapore, PM Wong said.«Six decades ago, that conviction found expression in our National Pledge,» he added.  «It reflected a simple but powerful belief — that we could become one nation, bound together not by race, language or religion, but by a shared commitment to one another and to Singapore.» 

In the Novooskolsky district, in the Khutor Bogaty, a drone attacked a truck on the territory of an enterprise

Shiromani Akali Dal has expressed strong support for the prompt enactment of the women's reservation bill, emphasizing the need for fair delimitation to ensure equitable state representation. This advocacy follows a meeting between party president Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speculation is rife regarding a potential electoral partnership between SAD and BJP, particularly as both parties have faced declining influence in Punjab's political landscape.

A school quiz question in Kerala has ignited a political controversy. The question asked about the freedom fighter receiving the most severe British punishment. General education minister N Samsudheen ordered an inquiry into the unauthorized quiz. Opposition parties accused the government of promoting a Sangh Parivar agenda. Officials are investigating who prepared and conducted the quiz.

The demise of SF Pretrial, which for 50 years has provided diversion services, came after the mayor cut its budget and as Democrats’ attitudes toward crime shift.

High Democratic turnout for House primaries in Shelby County, which includes Memphis, is the latest sign that redistricting may be energizing Black Southern voters.

D.C.’s top prosecutor spent a year navigating the president’s demands. Now she finds her job at risk amid a rare break with him over cases of alleged vandalism.

On August 5, the Swedish Supreme Court refused to review the decisions of the district and appellate courts that the Caffa dry cargo ship could be transferred to Ukraine

The Serbian president did not rule out such a dialogue after the end of the conflict

There is no official confirmation of this information yet

A total of 23 people were injured

Le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, accompagné de la Première Dame, Madame Zita Oligui Nguema, a pris part ce jour, aux côtés de son homologue ivoirien, Son Excellence Alassane Ouattara, et de la Première Dame, Madame Dominique Ouattara, aux cérémonies officielles marquant le 66ᵉ anniversaire de l'indépendance de la République de Côte d'Ivoire. À son arrivée, le Chef de l'État arborait une écharpe blanche, ornée à chacune de ses (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

A supposed sanctuary for vulnerable teenagers and two similar unregistered homes in Kent run by the same company earned almost £1.8million in three years - despite its illegality.

The strike was delivered by a Geran-4 Seeker unmanned aerial vehicle

According to Ernesto Soberon Guzman, claims that the Cuban government has billions of dollars but refuses to spend them on fuel purchases are «absurd lies»

The majority were neutralized by air defense forces on the distant approaches, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said

Any insinuation of inappropriate conduct or violation of statutes or regulations is defamatory, the statement emphasized

The Russian Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops over the past 24 hours struck transport, energy and logistics infrastructure facilities used in the interests of Ukraine, enemy UAV storage depots, as well as deployment points of Ukraine and foreign mercenaries

BSP chief Mayawati criticized the Samajwadi Party's changing political stance. She accused the SP of altering its PDA formula for electoral gains. Mayawati stated the SP now targets Brahmin voters after noticing BSP's growing support. She urged all communities to remain vigilant against SP's casteist politics. Such deceptive strategies offer short-term benefits but not societal welfare.

Rahul Gandhi is focusing on forging a bond with the youth ahead of the 2029 elections, recognizing that Gen Z will be a key voting bloc.

Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju criticized the Congress party for its perceived lack of self-awareness. He contrasted the current leadership with former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's admission of Emergency actions. Rahul Gandhi questioned the delay in implementing the Women's Reservation Bill. He urged its immediate implementation without linking it to delimitation. The bill's passage and subsequent implementation remain a point of contention.

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) MP Steven “Baba Steve” Malondera has taken to Facebook with a reflective message on confidence and personal conviction, telling followers that building an extraordinary life requires breaking away from the crowd rather than following it. In the post, Malondera, who also chairs the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), shared what he described […] The post MCP MP Malondera says ‘confidence gives you courage to stand alone’ in cryptic social media post amid political tensions appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The Malawi Housing Corporation (MHC) has unveiled plans to redevelop the Malangalanga area of Lilongwe into a modern commercial hub, as part of efforts to reshape the city’s urban landscape. Speaking to stakeholders during an engagement meeting on Friday, MHC chief executive Bob Chimkango said the redeveloped area would become a centre for business, economic […] The post MHC to redevelop Lilongwe’s Malangalanga into commercial hub appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The tombstone of former Super League of Malawi (SULOM) secretary general ex-Mighty Wanderers FC general secretary Henry Chibowa has been unveiled at HHI Cemetery in Blantyre, in an emotional ceremony bringing together family and prominent figures from Malawian football. Chibowa’s sons, Henry Jnr and Goodwin, were among family members who laid wreaths at the graveside, […] The post Malawi football pays tribute as Chibowa’s tombstone is unveiled appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A third-year student at the Malawi Institute of Journalism (MIJ) has been found dead at her home in Naperi, in the city of Blantyre, in circumstances that have left family, friends and classmates deeply shaken. Thokozile Machilinga was discovered with a cloth rope tied around her neck, according to preliminary reports from the scene. Nyasa […] The post Malawi journalism student found dead in Blantyre appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Miss Malawi First Princess Ireen Navicha has departed for Vietnam to represent the country at the 73rd Miss World pageant, insisting she remains mentally strong and firmly focused on her mission despite ongoing controversy surrounding her participation. Navicha will compete on the world stage between 8 August and 5 September, carrying Malawi’s flag into one […] The post ‘I’m ready to carry Malawi flag’: Navicha departs for Miss World amid controversy appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The vote grants President Donald Trump’s former criminal defense lawyer a full stint as the head of the Justice Department, which has been rocked by vacancies and controversies.

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) has counted on split-ticket voters to help her win office in a blue state. Some of those supporters are more reluctant to vote for her again.

São Paulo, Brazil: Brazil is awaiting Jamaica’s response to a proposed sanitary agreement that would clear the way for poultry and pork exports to the island. Although Brazil is one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of animal protein, it is currently not authorised to export poultry or pork to Jamaica because no bilateral sanitary certification agreement is in place. Brazilian beef exports to Jamaica are also limited to processed or canned products.