Historian and journalist Guðmundur Magnússon is working on a biography of his great-uncle, the poet Jóhann Jónsson (1896–1932), whose works are widely considered to mark the beginning of modern poetry in Iceland. Jónsson, who died young from tuberculosis, left behind poems that still resonate with Icelanders, including the well-known piece Söknuður ("Longing"), which begins with the haunting lines, "Where did the days of your life lose their color?"

Seventy projects outlined in a confidential PNG cabinet document include acquiring a luxury island in partnership with a Congolese rapper, exploring the potential for a world-class Formula 1 track, creating a «Silicon Valley style hub» for entrepreneurs and setting up a spy agency with training from Israel.

Seventy projects outlined in a confidential PNG cabinet document include acquiring a luxury island in partnership with a Congolese rapper, exploring the potential for a world-class Formula 1 track, creating a «Silicon Valley style hub» for entrepreneurs and setting up a spy agency with training from Israel.

India's DGCA plans to rank flying training organisations (FTOs) based on factors like CPL completion time to promote transparency and competition. High costs, delays, and quality issues have led many students to seek training abroad. This initiative aims to help prospective students make informed choices.

The DGCA has mandated Indian airlines to inform passengers about their rights when booking air tickets. This measure aims to educate passengers, particularly first-time flyers, about entitlements concerning delays, cancellations, denied boarding, and baggage issues. Airlines must provide an online passenger charter link via SMS, WhatsApp, ticket, and their website. IndiGo has begun implementing this directive.

The US deep state and European intelligence services are behind mass anti-government protests in Serbia, Deputy PM Aleksandar Vulin claims Read Full Article at RT.com

Berlin’s Russia war hysteria is taking it down a clearly signposted path of self-destruction Read Full Article at RT.com

The US is still hoping to negotiate a full ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict by Easter, Bloomberg has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

A French media regulator has demanded a local satellite operator stop broadcasting two Russian channels because of 2014 sanctions Read Full Article at RT.com

The Hungarian leader has warned that Brussels risks being left out as Washington is negotiating agreements with Ukraine and Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson has been appointed the new Minister of Education and Children’s Affairs, taking over from Ásthildur Lóa Þórsdóttir. The change, confirmed in a statement by the People’s Party, took effect today.

GARISSA, Kenya (HOL) — Six Kenyan police officers were killed and four others wounded in a dawn assault by suspected Al-Shabaab fighters on a police reservist camp near the Somali border, authorities said Sunday.

The main rival to Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been formally arrested and charged with corruption.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali pirates have released a Yemeni-flagged fishing dhow, Al-Hidaya, that was hijacked on March 16 off the coast of northern Somalia, the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) confirmed on Friday.

Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov announced earlier that Russian and US experts would hold consultations in Riyadh on March 24

US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz noted that the talks will constitute «some type of discussion of territory for permanent and lasting peace.»

Peskov expressed bewilderment that Europeans are questioning where to find €800 billion - not for healthcare or infrastructure development, but for militarization

The heads of Istanbul’s Beylikduzu municipality, Mehmet Murat Calik, and the head of the Sisli district, Emrah Sahan, have also been suspended

Ukrainian troops attacked a power substation in Pologi, leaving more than 11,000 subscribers without electricity

MADINAH: Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch arrived in Madinah on Saturday to visit and pray at the Prophet’s Mosque. On his arrival at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport he was received by Undersecretary of Madinah Abdul Mohsen bin Nayef bin Hamid, the Director of the Royal Protocol Office in the region Ibrahim bin Abdullah Barri, and a number of officials, Saudi Press Agency reported.

RIYADH: The Transport General Authority fined more than 400 foreign trucks in several regions of the Kingdom between March 16 and 21 for regulatory offenses. The actions were part of the authority’s field campaigns on land transport activities aimed at enhancing compliance with regulations and laws, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. The authority reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy, which imposes a SR10,000 ($2,666) fine and a 15-day impoundment for first-time offenders.

RIYADH: Members of Saudi Arabia’s Project Masam removed 552 explosive devices from various regions of Yemen last week. The total included 513 unexploded ordnances, 35 anti-tank mines and four explosive devices, according to a recent report. Ousama Al-Gosaibi, the initiative’s managing director, said a total of 485,501 mines had been cleared since its inception in 2018. The explosives were planted indiscriminately and posed a threat to civilians, including children, women and the elderly.

RIYADH: The fifth National Campaign for Charitable Work, hosted on the Ehsan platform during Ramadan, continues to attract significant donations, focusing on mosque enhancements and worship services. The campaign has funded more than 3,000 Umrah trips, built five mosques, maintained 46, and provided essential resources to 12, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Donations can be made via ehsan.sa or the donor service center at 8001247000, the SPA added.

RIYADH: The historic Al-Hosn Al-Asfal Mosque in the Asir region has been restored as part of a national project, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The second phase of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for the Development of Historic Mosques aims to protect Islamic heritage and highlight traditional architectural styles. Built in 1760, Al-Hosn Al-Asfal Mosque was renovated to preserve its original design and geometric shape while restoring its sustainable features.

[Namibian] GENDER and social activist Rosa Namises says having many women in key government positions does not guarantee change, and they would need to prove themselves.

[Namibian] Windhoek -- President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, State House, Windhoek, 22 March 2025