Sharad Pawar, chief of NCP (SP), expressed strong confidence in his party's unity, stating none of his MPs will defect, unlike the recent Shiv Sena (UBT) split. This comes amid reports of some NCP (SP) leaders being in touch with the Ajit Pawar faction. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs have approached the Lok Sabha Speaker regarding six MPs who switched allegiance to the Shinde-led Shiv Sena.

Indian researchers have unveiled an ingenious calculator capable of identifying tuberculosis patients who are at a high risk of death upon being diagnosed. By harnessing simple clinical indicators like body mass index and oxygen levels, this tool promises to facilitate timely medical responses and mitigate mortality rates, especially in underprivileged regions.

[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- On a lawn overlooking the Indian Ocean, a group of women leaders from coastal Kenya sat together for a special conversation to share stories from their communities, discuss the challenges they face, and explore locally led solutions for protecting marine ecosystems while strengthening livelihoods.

[allAfrica] The first thing you notice is the size of the Dr Fridtjof Nansen. It towers over the quay as it is docked at the Port of Mombasa under the fluttering Kenyan flag.

[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- As temperatures climb, scientists warn the seas are approaching a perilous tipping point. Warming oceans are changing marine ecosystems and elevating climate risks to communities across the globe, from dying coral reefs and loss of biodiversity to more severe floods and threats to food security.

Municipal Mayor Gustavo Duque said that first responders are committed to rescuing the survivors

The document said that the Pentagon needs $21 billion to purchase ammunition and bolster the US industrial base

Jane Hardy noted that the initial consequences of the conflict’s settlement are already noticeable in the global economy

The Russian economy is expected to shift to recovery in the second half of 2026

Alexander Gusev said the total number of casualties currently stands at 68

The investigation department of Russia’s Federal Security Service in the Donetsk People’s Republic has opened criminal cases

[New Zimbabwe] A Chiredzi man arrested on allegations of incitement to commit public violence following a viral video in which he criticised President Emmerson Mnangagwa and businessman Wicknell Chivayo spent a second night behind bars Wednesday after failing to secure bail.

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TRAILBLAZER, SCHOLAR, teacher, leader, mentor are among the descriptors for Prof John Agard who died recently at the age of 71. However, while his passing marked the end of an extraordinary career, it has not marked the end of his influence.

This fact sheet explains the rules governing the financing, management and monitoring of the European Union’s common agricultural policy (CAP) under the CAP Horizontal Regulation. It outlines the evolution of the legal framework for the 2023-2027 CAP, including changes linked to the new delivery model and the shift from compliance-based to performance-based implementation. It also explains the roles of the main governance bodies, the systems for financial management, controls and penalties, and the rules on financial discipline and the agricultural reserve. Finally, it summarises the role of the European Parliament in shaping the regulation. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

This fact sheet explains the Cohesion Fund, which was set up in 1994 and provides funding for environmental and trans-European network projects in the EU countries that have a gross national income per capita of less than 90% of the EU average. The fact sheet outlines the legal framework for the Cohesion Fund, the Fund’s objectives, the countries eligible for the Fund, and the budget and financial rules. It also describes the role the European Parliament plays as regards the Cohesion Fund. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

This fact sheet explains the role played by social dialogue in the EU. It is a fundamental component of the European social model. It empowers representatives of management and labour (‘the social partners’) to contribute actively, including through agreements, to designing European social and employment policy. The fact sheet covers the legal framework, objectives and achievements of social dialogue in the EU, and the role played by the European Parliament in advancing it. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

A floating fish farm along the waterways near Pulau Ubin caught fire on Wednesday (June 24) night.The fire started after lightning struck moored fishing boats in the area, engulfing them in flames, reported 8world.It then spread to at least two neighbouring floating fish farms in the vicinity, with operators estimating huge financial losses due to the incident.The fire reportedly went on for two hours, with four police boats, two SCDF vessels and a tugboat spotted at the scene attempting to extinguish the blaze.Nobody was in the affected farm when the fire occurred, 8world reported, adding that other workers in the neighbouring fish farms had assisted in containing the fire.The Fish Farmers Association of Singapore (FFAS) stated that at least two fish farms were damaged in the fire, and estimated that the financial losses were rather substantial.FFAS chairman Daniel Tay said that the association had met with the owners of the affected fish farms, who were all «frustrated» at the incident.«We usually farm sea bass, snappers and groupers in this area, and these are all high-value fishes,» he said.

Two individuals, including a 17-year-old, were caught for vaping and underage smoking during enforcement operations carried out by the Health Sciences Authority's (HSA) last week.In a media statement on Thursday (June 25), HSA said the duo were caught during operations conducted at Bugis, Somerset and Yishun between June 18 and 20.During its operations, HSA officers detected a 44-year-old man vaping, and seized his vaporiser. He was issued a fine on the spot.Meanwhile, a 17-year-old male teen was caught for underage smoking and referred to the Health Promotion Board for cessation counselling.HSA stated that such operations are part of its ongoing enforcement patrols to detect vape-related offences.

Singapore's port has been named best globally at the Asian Freight, Logistics and Supply Chain (AFLAS) Awards 2026 on Wednesday (June 24).The annual awards are organised by Asia Cargo News, a fortnightly logistics and supply chains publication to recognise leading logistics and supply chain service providers.In a media release on Thursday, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said this is the fifth time the Port of Singapore has been named «Best Global Seaport».It was also awarded the same accolade in 2025.MPA chief executive Ang Wee Keong said the award reflects the collective efforts of the entire maritime community in strengthening Singapore's position as a leading global hub port.«As supply chains evolve and new challenges emerge, we will continue to invest in innovation, infrastructure, and talent to keep Singapore resilient, connected, and future-ready,» he added.According to AFLAS, winners are determined from over 15,000 readers who nominate and vote across 49 award categories

Veteran Northern Irish politician Jeffrey Donaldson has surrendered his knighthood after being convicted of child abuse Read Full Article at RT.com

[Unicef] New York/Geneva/Copenhagen -- In a move designed to accelerate access to a vaccine against Bundibugyo Ebolavirus disease, UNICEF and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance today announced the launch of a Request for Expression of Interest (EOI) to gather information from vaccine developers and manufacturers on their plans to develop a vaccine against the disease. Building on Gavi's recent commitment of US$40 million to support accelerated vaccine access, this EOI will help inform how that financing can best support manufacturing scale-up and

For the first time, NCERT has introduced a chapter on the Emergency from 1975-77 in the Class IX curriculum. This segment sheds light on the suspension of fundamental rights and censorship, underscoring the crucial challenges faced by Indian democracy. The chapter, titled 'Understanding Society: India and Beyond,' also recognizes Jayaprakash Narayan's influence and the subsequent elections, celebrating democracy's resilience after 51 years since the Emergency was declared.

[African Arguments] During the 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), attacks on treatment centres, resistance to contact tracing, and widespread distrust of responders repeatedly undermined efforts to contain the virus. A World Health Organization survey found that only around a third of respondents trusted Ebola responders, illustrating how fragile relationships between institutions and communities became part of the outbreak itself.

[UN News] The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to spread faster than aid efforts can keep pace, despite significant gains in treatment capacity and growing community engagement, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Wednesday.