A dramatic scene inspection unfolded at the Lilongwe residence of murdered Reserve Bank of Malawi employee Agnes Katengeza this morning, as the High Court descended on the property in Area 49, Baghdad, as part of the ongoing murder trial. The unusual move came after both the State and the defence jointly applied for the inspection, […] The post Judge and lawyers descend on scene of horrific killing as maid’s chilling testimony continues appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Scorchers goalkeeper Mercy Sikelo has announced her shock departure from the Malawi National Team, revealing the heartbreaking decision came after she was subjected to a barrage of criticism from fans over her performance in the WAFCON final. The announcement, shared in an emotional open letter dated August 18, will send shockwaves through Malawian football, coming […] The post Scorchers keeper Sikelo quits after online abuse: ‘Thank you Malawi’ appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The party’s chances may depend on Abdul El-Sayed, who beat Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s preferred candidate and has criticized his support for Israel.

The Florida Republican faces allegations of sexual misconduct and domestic abuse, on top of campaign finance violations.

Trump and Vance had differing answers about why the United States is waging war with Iran.

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Somalia’s Defense Ministry has said federal troops secured the South West State capital after clashes that killed 30 militants Read Full Article at RT.com

À l'occasion de la célébration du 66e anniversaire de l'accession du Gabon à l'indépendance, le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a procédé, ce lundi 17 août 2026 à Libreville, à l'inauguration officielle de la Place de la Concorde, désormais baptisée Monument Georges Damas Aleka. Cette cérémonie, historique et empreinte d'émotion, a été marquée par plusieurs temps forts, notamment les honneurs militaires rendus (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

De l'indépendance proclamée en 1960 à la souveraineté effective : le discours du Chef de l'État dessine une nouvelle doctrine fondée sur la défense des intérêts nationaux, la diplomatie économique, les investissements et la mobilisation des Gabonais de l'étranger. Rabat — 17 août 2026. À l'occasion du 66ᵉ anniversaire de l'indépendance du Gabon, le Président de la République, Chef de l'État et Chef du Gouvernement, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a livré un discours qui dépasse largement (...) - DIPLOMATIE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

À l'occasion de la 20e édition du Prix international Mohammed VI de mémorisation, de déclamation, de psalmodie et d'exégèse du Saint Coran, le Gabon prend part à cette importante manifestation religieuse organisée au Royaume du Maroc. La délégation gabonaise est conduite par l'imam Rachid Mbadinga, président de la Fondation Mohammed VI des Oulémas africains section Gabon, qui accompagne les deux jeunes candidats représentant le pays à cette compétition internationale. Le Gabon est (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Businesswoman Lisa Hanna is facing an $8-million lawsuit over an aborted documentary project, with Neish Creative Group Limited, the production company behind the film, accusing her of breaching their agreement. Hanna has, however, fired back with a defamation counterclaim against the company’s principal, Jason Neish, over a message he allegedly sent to her husband, and is seeking damages for interference with her marital relationship.

WESTERN BUREAU: Attorney-at-law Helene Coley Nicholson, president of Lawyers’ Christian Fellowship Jamaica, is warning that lawsuits filed against the State, for breaching the constitutional rights of residents of Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, could cost taxpayers. Several of those residents were arrested prior to last Tuesday’s demolition exercise that flattened 20 houses.

Principals across Jamaica are hopeful that the strategies employed to improve their students’ mathematics performance will pay off when this year’s Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examination results are released later today. Dr Worrel Hibbert, principal of St Andrew Technical High School, said this involved restructuring the school’s approach to the subject. Although he declined to state the technical school’s pass rate in the subject last year, Hibbert told The Gleaner that it was “way below what was expected”.

The Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) has appointed Dr Brian Langrin as governor, succeeding Richard Byles, whose seven-year term ends today. The appointment follows a selection process formalised in April 2026 through a four-member search committee convened by Finance Minister Fayval Williams, which assessed a field of local and international candidates. Langrin takes over at a time of uncertainty, with the central bank maintaining a tight grip on inflation through elevated interest rates.

Nine men from Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, who claim that they were rounded up by the police and kept in custody for hours during last week’s controversial demolition exercise in the community, have filed a lawsuit against the Government for breaches of their constitutional rights. The lawsuit, which was filed in the Supreme Court yesterday by the law firm Donnovan Collins & Company, seeks damages for false imprisonment and assault.

Malawian households are facing fresh pain at the market, after new figures revealed the price of maize — the country’s staple food — has surged by a staggering 8 percent in just a single month. According to the International Food Policy Research Institute’s (Ifpri) Maize Market Report for July 2026, the price of maize climbed […] The post Warning: Maize price could rocket to K1,270 per kg by year end appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Mighty Wanderers head coach Bob Mpinganjira has declared his side is ready to carry their winning momentum straight into a huge continental showdown — after a commanding 2-0 victory over Kamuzu Barracks left the Nomads riding high in the FDH Bank Premiership. The Lilongwe outfit made light work of their opponents at Civo Stadium on […] The post Wanderers coach demands consistency as Nomads eye Simba showdown appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s crumbling road network is being transformed through a sweeping borrowing programme worth billions of kwacha — with motorists across the country footing the bill every time they fill up at the pump. The Roads Fund Administration (RFA) has revealed that so-called “road bonds” are allowing government to fast-track major infrastructure projects long before enough […] The post Revealed: The billions in bank loans building Malawi’s biggest roads appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Have you noticed a burning smell in the air and worried that Singapore is experiencing haze?The «sharp, acrid» smell that one might occasionally detect during the haze season does not necessarily mean that air quality is poor, said the National Environment Agency (NEA) in a Facebook post on Tuesday (Aug 18).This is because the odour from a mixture of gases emitted from faraway forest and peat fires can be discerned by humans even at  «very low concentrations». «These gases are separate from the pollutants NEA monitors for the PSI and PM2.5 readings,» the agency added.NEA publishes the 1-hr PM2.5 concentration readings and 24-hour PSI readings on the myENV app and its website.Singapore may experience hazy conditions in the coming days if fire in the southern and central parts of Sumatra and various parts of Kalimantan continue to intensify, the Meteorological Service Singapore forecast on Monday.

A 17-year-old male teenager was arrested by the police after he falsely claimed to two travel companions that he was in possession of a bomb and a vape at Woodlands Checkpoint.The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said in a Facebook post on Tuesday (Aug 18) that the teenager had just completed immigration clearance at the bus arrival hall of Woodlands Checkpoint when he made the claim.An ICA officer, who was then conducting profiling duties, overheard the remark and stopped the teenager and his two travel companions.The trio were referred for further checks, which subsequently established that the claims were false.The 17-year-old was arrested by the police for public nuisance and investigations are ongoing, ICA said.ICA reiterated that security at Singapore's checkpoints is its top priority, and all reports made regarding security threats or contraband will be taken «very seriously».«We will not hesitate to take action against those who make false or misleading claims, causing unnecessary alarm to the public,» ICA said.

A 15-year-old has been arrested in connection with a bomb threat at Xinmin Secondary School that prompted the evacuation of students and staff last week. In an update to AsiaOne on Tuesday (Aug 18), the police said a teenager had been arrested and that investigations into the case are ongoing.The incident occurred on the morning of Aug 13, when the school activated its emergency evacuation procedures after being alerted to a potential bomb threat.Police later conducted a thorough search of the premises and found no suspicious items.Subsequent reports indicated that the scare was allegedly triggered by a note discovered by a teacher in a Secondary 3 classroom.The note reportedly claimed that there was a bomb on the school grounds, prompting the school to alert the police and evacuate students and staff as a precaution.

TEHRAN - A delegation comprising representatives of Iranian knowledge-based companies will travel to Russia to attend the International Trade Fair for Automotive Production, Aftermarket and Service Industry, known as MIMS Automobility.

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is developing a genetic map of endangered wildlife species to increase their chance of survival, create a breeding plan, manage their population, and address the risks facing them in their natural habitats.

TEHRAN - The Organization for the Renovation of Schools announced that 2,407 school construction projects were completed last year (March 2025-2026), and plans are in place to build over 2,300 classrooms this year.

TEHRAN – Shanghai University ranking 2026 has placed six Iranian universities among the top 1,000 institutions worldwide, unchanged compared to the past year.

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