Hamilton police say they have recovered the two vehicles involved in the April 17 shooting death of 21-year-old international student Harsimrat Randhawa.

A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Türkiye’s Istanbul on Wednesday, injuring 151 people in panic-driven incidents, none of whom suffered life-threatening wounds, officials said.

Mikhail Petrov also highlighted the contributions of TASS First Deputy Director General Mikhail Gusman to fostering media ties with Africa, noting his long-running interview series Formula of Power

Vasily Nebenzya added that Africans do not intend to put up with this state of affairs

The average growth rates will decline in the meantime, because of growing efficiency of nutrients use and the growth rate of the population not being dramatic, experts said

Steel production in the country within three months of this year lost 2.8% to 17.7 mln metric tons

On April 12, the first round of talks on Iran’s nuclear program was held in Muscat between the United States and Iran with Omani mediation

As Nomination Day comes to a close and battle lines have been drawn, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says he expects this year's General Election to be a «tough contest». Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday (April 23) with fellow People's Action Party (PAP) members Masagos Zulkifli, Chan Chun Sing and Indranee Rajah, PM Wong, who is also the party's secretary-general, said: «The opposition is better organised than before, and aside from one walkover, every area will be fiercely contested. »My team and I will work very hard to make our case to Singaporeans and win every vote.« He added that he has assembled the »best possible team for Singapore« in this »changed world«, noting the challenges this time are »more severe" compared to the last election amid the current global climate. “The opposition says: Don’t fear. This is an overreaction. The PAP is overdoing it. But I think if you truly examine the facts and ask yourself, is the world changing? Is something different? The answer is yes,” PM Wong said.

SINGAPORE - Independent candidate Darryl Lo, who is contesting Radin Mas SMC, will not hold physical rallies, will distribute 15,000 fliers and will put up 200 posters with a team of 12 volunteers. And while he acknowledged he has no political presence, he said he is going solo as there is no credible opposition in his constituency. Mr Lo is one of two independent candidates standing for election when Singaporeans go to the polls on May 3. The other is Mr Jeremy Tan, who is contesting Mountbatten SMC. Both men are first-time candidates, and plan to be full-time MPs if elected. On Nomination Day on April 23, Mr Lo, 28, told The Straits Times: «I always have the belief that sometimes an underdog may emerge successful. And I hope the residents see my perseverance and hard work.» He will be up against incumbent PAP MP Melvin Yong, 53, and People's Alliance for Reform's (PAR) Kumar Appavoo, 56. There are 25,497 voters in Radin Mas.

Nomination Day in Singapore took place on Wednesday (23 April), officially setting the stage for the upcoming General Election. From surprise matchups to familiar faces returning to the spotlight, the day provided clarity on who is running where—and what to look out for in the days ahead. Here are five key highlights from today’s events.  Heng Swee Keat and Teo Chee Hean to retire  Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat announced via a Facebook post on Nomination Day that he will not be running in the upcoming election.  DPM Heng said that he believes it is the «right time to make way for a new team of capable individuals who are well placed to serve Singapore». He also expressed his gratitude to the activists and volunteers from East Coast and Tampines.  «You have dedicated your time and effort to forging a more cohesive and caring Singapore,» said DPM Heng. 

Dear DPP, Let me be brutally honest—if you let UTM leader Dalitso Kabambe anywhere near the high table of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), you are digging your own grave. The man is not only a crook by action but an opportunist by nature, a wolf in sheep’s clothing who will stop at nothing to […] The post CHE BASIKOLO WRITES| NO TO DPP-UTM ALLIANCE–KABAMBE IS A CROOK AND CANNOT BE TRUSTED appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is gearing up for a return to the global uranium market, with Lotus Resources Limited confirming that production at the Kayelekera Uranium Mine is set to resume in the third quarter of 2025. With over 80% of refurbishment completed and funding fully secured, the project represents a significant comeback for one of southern Africa’s […] The post Malawi’s Uranium ambitions reignite as Kayelekera Mine targets 2025 restart appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold move to strengthen Malawi’s data-driven governance, Minister of Homeland Security Ezekiel Peter Ching’oma on Wednesday launched two critical statistical reports — the Vital Statistics Report and the Verbal Autopsy Report — during a vibrant ceremony held at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe. Backed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and other development […] The post Ching’oma Unveils Groundbreaking Vital Statistics and Verbal Autopsy Reports appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Minister of Justice will not comment on the case of 17-year-old Oscar Anders Florez Bocanegra, a Colombian teenager facing deportation from Iceland. According to her aide, the case remains under appeal and falls outside the minister’s direct involvement.

A large crowd filled Landakotskirkja Catholic Church in Reykjavík on Monday night to honor the memory of Pope Francis, who passed away that morning at the age of 88.

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«The series of recent tariff announcements by the United States, and countermeasures by other countries have increased financial market volatility, weakened growth prospects, and increased risks,» the report said

A source close to the situation told TASS earlier that the decision on the Russians' participation in the Olympics would be made by April

«Before taking off, the crew received the coordinates of a temporary base of Ukrainian troops in the Kursk Region’s border zone,» the Russian Defense Ministry reported

Wu Weizhen, the chief designer of China’s Lunar Program, said that Washington has exerted pressure on China’s attempts to engage with European countries

«It has to be a NATO in which your partners are carrying their weight,» the US secretary of state added

EU laws protect the welfare of animals bred and kept for farming purposes. When these animals are removed from the food chain and placed in sanctuaries or shelters, the same EU legislation continues to apply. National legislation may, however, grant special status to such animals. Application of special welfare rules therefore varies considerably across the Union. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The World Food Program has warned that Ethiopia faces a humanitarian disaster as a result of cash donation shortages Read Full Article at RT.com

An opposition lawmaker believes targeting wealth inherited during the Apartheid era would help ease tensions Read Full Article at RT.com

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The US company has already been slapped with several fines in Russia for failing to delete banned content Read Full Article at RT.com

A pair of best friends from Prince Albert, Katrine Sinclair and Charlie Lastowsky, were injured in a car accident while crossing the street in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Staff at an overnight shelter in Thunder Bay, Ont., are calling on Elections Canada to make it easier for people experiencing homelessness to cast ballots in the federal election. Here's what workers say about the differences between the provincial and federal election processes, and the impact on the northwestern Ontario city's most marginalized groups.

Clothing retailer Frank and Oak is closing all 14 of its stores in the coming weeks and selling its intellectual property to a Montreal-based company as part of ongoing restructuring efforts.

A group of female officers suing British Columbia's municipal police forces were surprised to see their proposed class action lawsuit held out as proof of the need to address «toxic» workplace culture at a recent groundbreaking public hearing. It made them wonder why they're having to fight so hard.

We're in London, Ont., this morning to bring you live updates from the Ontario Court of Justice.

Today in harrowing testimony the victim's mother wept as she told how she discovered what had happened after her daughter returned home to Kent following the two-day ordeal.