“The guest’s eye is sharp,” as the saying goes — and that is certainly true. For those of us born and raised here, it is always interesting to see how other nations view us. This week, a reporter visited Jewells Chambers from Brooklyn, who has lived in Iceland for a decade and is an Icelandic citizen.

The Directorate of Internal Revenue (Skatturinn) believed it had a solution ready for the end of the month, but this turned out not to be the case. Jón Þór Víglundsson, communications officer for ICE-SAR Landsbjörg, says Landsbjörg learned about the matter this week.

When Gary Lineker left the BBC last year, he left with a smirk. The owner of some very successful podcasts, he knew it wouldn't be long until someone snapped him up.

Democrats flipped a state Senate district that President Donald Trump won by double digits. In a House election, the outcome slimmed the GOP’s margin further.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has rebuked the founder of Moose Jaw’s controversial Dr. Goodenowe Restorative Health Center, alleging that a recent clinical trial of his supplements put the safety and welfare of research subjects at risk.

Even the sight of the white cliffs of Dover after a perilous Channel crossing would be less heart-stirring than this glorious square mile of sandy beaches and mountainous jungle.

Former Conservative campaign manager Jenni Byrne says her party's messaging on the relationship between Canada and the United States is evolving, and should continue evolving as the situation shifts.

The Elizabeth Fry Society's new fund to provide greater education on intimate partner violence is dedicated to a Cape Breton woman who was killed last November.

More than three dozen students from Collège catholique Samuel-Genest were left stranded in a parking lot Friday by their school bus driver, according to the local school bus consortium.

As President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika approaches the end of his final constitutionally mandated term, the inevitable question confronting Malawi is no longer whether leadership will change, but what kind of leadership should follow. At a time when the nation needs stability, competence, and moral authority, one name rises above speculation and factional politics: Dr. […] The post OPINION: Why Dr. Jane Ansah Is the Natural and Most Credible Successor to Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Second Vice President Enock Kanzingeni Chihana will tomorrow, Monday, 2nd February 2026, attend the funeral and burial ceremony of the late Webstar Khwima Kaunga at Chizobe Village, Traditional Authority Mzikubola in Mzimba district. Press Officer in the Office of the Second Vice President, Davie Gadama, confirmed the development in an interview on Sunday afternoon, […] The post Chihana to attend burial of former NBM employee Webster Kaung appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

They view US President Donald Trump's policies as biased in favor of Russia at the expense of European interests

Ant McPartlin has declared: 'I'm a celebrity, get me out of here!' as he quits his long-time London home for one of the UK's most popular villages.

Cuba must a make deal with Washington to avoid humanitarian crisis, US President Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Growing Jewish extremist attacks in the West Bank are testing the boundaries between law enforcement and political influence in Israel Read Full Article at RT.com

According to the Russian Defense Ministry, since the start of the special military operation, a total of the following have been destroyed: 670 aircraft, 283 helicopters, 111,775 unmanned aerial vehicles

People in power in most European countries are «poorly educated, irresponsible», the Kremlin Spokesman said

There were 34 people on board, Hulusi Sahin said

Armando Mema noted that even Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is not suited for the role of a peacemaker, despite having shifted her position on the Ukrainian issue after Donald Trump’s election as US president

Total losses of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the special military operation zone over the past day amounted to about 1,085 servicemen

Demands that state and local authorities turn over “the worst of the worst” could set a killer free, a family worries.

Interviews with a dozen from both parties show dissatisfaction with the Trump administration’s immigration crackdowns and dismay with the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by federal agents.

As family detentions spike, the Trump administration is increasingly ensnaring the youngest, and most vulnerable, lawyers and advocates say.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Union Budget 2026 as «historic,» charting a roadmap for a Viksit Bharat by 2047 and boosting India's reform journey. He also highlighted the «mother of all deals» with the EU, aimed at benefiting youth and MSMEs, and praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's record ninth consecutive budget presentation.

Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have strongly criticized the Union Budget 2026-27, labeling it as out of touch with India's critical issues. They argue the budget ignores widespread unemployment, economic distress among citizens, and farmers' struggles, while failing to offer concrete solutions or a clear policy vision for the nation's challenges.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27, her ninth consecutive, with major announcements across defence, railways, income tax, and healthcare. Prime Minister Modi hailed it as «historic» and a «high flight toward Viksit Bharat.» Key proposals include a significant defence allocation, seven high-speed rail corridors, a simplified Income Tax Act, and support for rare-earth mineral development.

Officials from a voluntary body which looks after the welfare of domestic workers in the country say they will drag a Blantyre based female employer to court on allegations of gross abuse of a domestic worker following a leaked video clip yesterday. Domestic and Vulnerable Workers Association also called on authorities to take action against […] The post Domestic workers body to take abusive female employer to court appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

If you are still wondering why the public warning system (PWS) sounded earlier today (Feb 1) at 3pm, that's because Singapore has kicked off its annual Total Defence exercise, codenamed Exercise SG Ready (ESR).This year's ESR, now in its third run, will involve over 1,000 organisations participating in a series of simulated activities over a two-week period from Feb 1 to 15, to test their readiness for disruptions. It will focus on digital disruptions and the ensuing impact on businesses, communities and homes.Speaking at the launch of the Total Defence Commemoration Event at Our Tampines Hub on Sunday (Feb 1), Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo pointed to the one-off sounding of the PWS on Sunday, instead of the usual Feb 15, to illustrate the need for Singaporeans to be prepared.«This year, we sounded it (PWS) early to mark the start of the exercise. Why? Because crises often emerge when we don't expect it,» the minister explained.

A video of a passenger vaping next to a bus captain has gained attention on social media.Posted by the Instagram account Sgfollowsall on Friday (Jan 30), a young man films himself vaping in bus 974. He discreetly approaches the bus captain, who was unaware of the man blowing out smoke in his direction.The 10-second clip has reached 198,000 views and over 2,000 likes at the time of writing.Netizens in the comments section criticised the passenger, with some tagging the Singapore Police Force and Health Sciences Authority.Since Sept 1, 2025, vape users have faced increased fines of $500 for those under the age of 18, and $700 for adults, up from $300 and $500 previously.Repeat offenders will face a maximum fine of $2,000.Over the last four months of 2025, 51 individuals were caught at land, sea and air checkpoints for smuggling regular e-vaporisers. More than 41,000 e-vaporisers and related components were seized overall.[[nid:729155]]syarifahsn@asiaone.com

If you're into aircraft and aviation, this may just be the event for you - especially if you've yet to attend your first airshow.The Singapore Airshow 2026, taking place between Feb 3 and 8 at the Changi Exhibition Centre, has returned for its 10th edition and will feature crowd-favourite aerial and static displays, Experia Events managing director Leck Chet Lam shared with media on Sunday (Feb 1).This year's airshow will involve over 1,000 participating companies with over 100,000 attendees representing 136 countries and regions, according to Leck, with 16 country pavilions.In 2024, the airshow had brought $391 million economic spending contributed to Singapore's economy, with this year's edition poised to deliver similar scale, and perhaps more.The aerial display will see military aircraft of six air forces taking to the skies during the airshow, including our own Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF).

The Prime Minister said the disgraced former Duke of York had a duty to the victims of convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

The extraordinary exchange is contained in the tranche of three million documents released as part of The Epstein Files on Friday.

In an email exchange from September 2013 Sir Richard also offered advice about how the convicted child sex offender could rehabilitate his image.