Britain is reportedly planning to identify and seize oil tankers it claims are part of a so-called Russian “shadow fleet” Read Full Article at RT.com
China has urged banks to limit holdings of US Treasuries amid market volatility and rising risk concerns, according to Bloomberg Read Full Article at RT.com
Under the current administration, the United States (US) has shifted from long-standing cooperation with African partner countries to priorities driven by US economic gains, security interests and migration control. Traditional US foreign aid channels have been dramatically downsized, while trade and global competition for critical resources have played a conspicuous part in US engagement with African countries. While some African governments welcome the emphasis on trade and investment, others face strained relations, notably South Africa. Despite reduced cooperation following successive coups in West Africa, the US remains militarily active on the continent, conducting counter-terrorism strikes in Nigeria and Somalia. Migration policy has hardened, with expanded travel bans, limited refugee admissions and deals linking financial incentives to deportation arrangements. US disengagement on aid, unpredictability on trade and a looser relationship with the international rules-based order could, by contrast, enhance the EU's image as a reliable partner for Africa. However, the US's offensive approach on security, migration and critical minerals poses growing geostrategic challenges for the EU. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP
In a potentially explosive development, Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has convened a press conference for 2.30pm.
Let's peer six months into the future. Will Angela Rayner be Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland?
John Lithgow's non-binary co-star Aud Mason-Hyde has branded his casting in the upcoming Harry Potter series 'hurtful and difficult'.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched six new air quality monitoring stations and 100 'Vayu Rakshak' vehicles, emphasizing year-round pollution control. The government aims for comprehensive monitoring and long-term policies, addressing sources like transport and waste. This initiative signifies a commitment to clean air as a fundamental right for all citizens.
Chandigarh witnessed chaos as police turned to water cannons to break up a protest organized by AAP leaders, among them ministers, in response to comments made by Congress figure Partap Singh Bajwa. His remarks, criticized as offensive to minister Harbhajan Singh—a former band player—ignited strong backlash from AAP, who are now demanding a public apology.
Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta, alongside health minister Pankaj Singh, inaugurated a series of advanced medical facilities at GB Pant Hospital on Monday. The new additions include a state-of-the-art 256-slice CT scanner, a modern cardiac catheterisation lab, and a dedicated neurointensive care unit, all designed to significantly enhance diagnostic and critical care capabilities for cardiac and neurological patients.
Viktor Medvedchuk said the mission not only failed to facilitate a resolution but actively contributed to the escalation of hostilities
Dr. Amr Eldeeb emphasized that «the organizers mobilized youth through programs implemented 'with the participation or support of the United States and affiliated non-governmental structures'»
According to Albert Khorev, Russia welcomes Pakistan's interest in joining BRICS, which is an important element of the emerging equitable, multipolar world order
Over the past day, two influential members of the prime minister's team have resigned
Unmanned Systems representatives emphasized that its strategic plans include entering the Middle East market
As western Jamaica continues to strengthen recovery momentum and sustain business confidence in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, the JMMB Group convened senior private-sector leaders and key stakeholders at its Thought Leadership Breakfast on...
What began as a period of uncertainty following Hurricane Melissa has evolved into a renewed focus on growth for Montego Bay-based Eclipse Florals and Plant Store, as owner and operator Anand Kumar enters 2026 with a clearer strategy and renewed...
IAAF President Sebastian Coe was elected for a second term at the 52nd IAAF Congress in Doha on Wednesday, September 25 while Ximena Restrepo, Sergey Bubka, Geoffrey Gardner, and Nawaf Bin Mohammed Al Saud were elected vice-presidents. All 203...
(AP) — At least 30 people have been killed and an unspecified number of people injured in a road accident in northwest Nigeria, authorities said. The accident occurred Sunday in Kwanar Barde in the Gezawa area of Kano state and was caused by “...
At first glance, Safe Haven Nursing Home on Red Hills Road looks like what you would expect an elder-care facility to be. It is quiet, orderly, and there is a sense of calm. But as one steps inside, or better still, spend a morning at its newer...
[Scrolla] FoodForward SA and the University of Cape Town interviewed 796 households that regularly receive food aid across South Africa. The study found most children live in food insecure homes, with families skipping meals and going days without eating.
On 18 December 2025, the European Council agreed to a €90 billion loan to Ukraine to cover the country's financial needs in the years 2026 and 2027. The European Commission has subsequently presented three legislative proposals to implement the European Council's decision: (i) a proposal for a €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan financed by the EU except for Czechia, Hungary and Slovakia; (ii) a proposal to amend the Ukraine Facility to use it for the disbursement of the new loan; and (iii) a proposal to amend the EU's multiannual financial framework to use it as a guarantee for the loan, and to finance the grants used for the borrowing cost subsidy. The loan will be financed through EU borrowing on the capital markets backed by the EU budget's headroom. The EU budget will pay for the interest rates and other associated costs for Ukraine. While €30 billion of the loan are meant to support the Ukrainian budget, €60 billion will be used to strengthen Ukraine's defence capabilities. The Commission proposal stipulates that defence products financed from the loan should, in principle, originate from the EU, European Economic Area, European Free Trade Area and Ukraine. Only if products are not available there, or cannot be delivered fast enough, can products from other third countries be bought. In the past, Article 41(2) of the Treaty on European Union had been seen as an obstacle to financing weapons and military equipment from the EU budget. However, as the proposed Ukraine Support Loan is based on Article 212 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, the rules on the EU's common foreign and security policy do not apply. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP
Namibia’s Energy Ministry has accused TotalEnergies of announcing a 42.5% offshore stake deal without prior approval Read Full Article at RT.com
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s Socialist Party suffered a major defeat on Sunday in Aragon’s regional election Read Full Article at RT.com
Cuban aviation authorities have warned international carriers about a lack of aircraft fuel in the country amid a US energy blockade Read Full Article at RT.com
South African police have said six suspects disarmed guards at Tarentaal Airport and stole gold and copper parcels weighing about 21kg Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian scientists have concluded a two-year African coastal survey to study fish stocks Read Full Article at RT.com
A well-loved community cat in Everton Park was allegedly held down by a man who cut off patches of its fur with a pair of scissors. Closed-circuit television footage of the incident, which purportedly went on for six minutes, was posted on Sunday (Feb 8) on Instagram by @timmytheblackcat_, a page dedicated to the black cat named Timmy. In the video, a man dressed in a brown T-shirt and shorts is seen approaching Timmy wearing gloves and holding onto a pair scissors. The man then grabs Timmy — who was sitting in its usual sleeping spot — and pins it down, before he snips the cat's fur. The man continued to cut Timmy's fur despite the cat struggling to break free from his hold, the user captioned in the video. Timmy later leapt out of the spot to flee but the man chased after the feline. After dusting off his scissors, the man was seen turning back to chase after Timmy again but it ran away to hide in the drain. AsiaOne has reached out to @timmytheblackcat_ for more information. This is not the first time that Timmy has been harassed.
From the campaign trail to the streets, former People Power Party (PPP) candidate Samuel Lee has been spotted working as a food delivery rider. In a photo shared on Reddit on Thursday (Feb 5), Lee can be seen clad in a dark green tank top delivering a meal. «Was as hungry at work and ordered some food and why is the delivery man the 'look left look right' politician,» wrote the poster. Lee first performed his rendition of the song «look left, look right» at a press conference during the 2025 General Election, adapting it from the classic Chinese song A Tiny Bird. Based on the receipt shown in the photo, Lee is believed to have been working for Grab at the time. Responding to queries from MS News, Lee confirmed that it was him in the photo but said he was unsure of when it was taken, adding that he found the situation amusing.
13 people were taken to hospital following an accident involving two buses at a bus stop in Sengkang on Monday (Feb 9). Photos of the aftermath online showed a double-decker bus with its front windshield shattered. Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the police and Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said they were alerted to the accident along Sengkang East Road towards Buangkok Green at around 11.15am. A 68-year-old male bus driver, along with passengers aged between 24 and 81, were taken to hospital conscious, said the police. SCDF said it sent 12 people to Sengkang General Hospital, and one person to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. In a statement, public bus operator Go-Ahead Singapore said its bus service 104 was involved in an accident at a bus stop outside Sengkang Community Hub and that it is cooperating with the relevant authorities on their investigations.
