Ukraine will never join NATO as the bloc is currently weaker than both Russia and Ukraine, Valery Zaluzhny has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Former Ukrainian diplomat Andrey Telizhenko has commented to RT on Vladimir Zelensky’s latest reshuffle of senior officials Read Full Article at RT.com

Spain and Morocco have exchanged accusations over the deadly mass migration into Ceuta Read Full Article at RT.com

India and Uzbekistan agree to expand strategic ties, including in critical minerals and mining, during Uzbek foreign minister’s visit Read Full Article at RT.com

Suspected Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and Kuwait followed US President Donald Trump’s “decapitation” threat against Tehran Read Full Article at RT.com

According to The New York Times, some officials argue that US President Donald Trump could instead declare that Iran’s nuclear stockpiles should remain buried beneath the rubble left by strikes on three nuclear facilities in June 2025

Alexey Chepa noted that Ukraine continued to lose territory in the special military operation zone

During a visit to the KNDS plant in Kassel, Boris Pistorius said that the «wheeled howitzer has proven itself in Ukraine»

President of the Russian Volleyball Federation Stanislav Shevchenko believes that there will be little sports and a lot of politics at this tournament

According to Mikhail Mishustin, the permitted period of stay in Russia has almost doubled from 16 to 30 days

Canada's new foreign influence office won't prevent foreign interference in Canada, but it will provide more transparency for Canadians who want to know who is trying to influence their politicians and government officials on behalf of foreign governments, says Canada's first foreign influence commissioner.

Canada and separated Alberta could reach pipeline shipment deals. But there are no guarantees in trade talks, experts say.

There is a grim familiarity to the tragic deaths of two women in the news this week.

On Friday night, Ariana Grande took to the stage at Montreal's Bell Centre. She gripped her microphone and moved a little stiffly - but her voice was as magnificent as ever.

President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has delegated Second Vice-President Enock Kanzingeni Chihana to represent him at this year’s Umthetho Cultural Festival, set to bring vibrant celebration to the foot of Hora Mountain in Mzimba District this Saturday, 8 August. The annual festival, held under the leadership of His Majesty Inkosi ya Makhosi M’mbelwa V, is […] The post Chihana to represent Mutharika at colourful Umthetho Cultural Festival appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Prominent commentator Idriss Ali Nasser has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the arrest of activist Sylvester Namiwa, arguing that authorities badly misjudged their response and inadvertently elevated the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (Cdedi) executive director’s standing by choosing to detain him. The State has charged Namiwa with treason and publication of […] The post ‘Arrest turned Namiwa into a hero’: Commentator slams Malawi govt’s ‘overzealous’ handling of activist’s detention appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Charles Mhango has revealed government has signed a fresh supplementary agreement with the Chinese government to finally revive the long-stalled judicial service complex project sitting directly opposite Parliament in Lilongwe. Speaking candidly in Parliament on Monday, Mhango didn’t mince his words in describing the site’s sorry state, branding it […] The post Mhango reveals new China deal to finally complete stalled judicial complex appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Prophet Shepherd Bushiri is set to take centre stage at the 7th Annual Wealth Creation Conference, where he is expected to share his insights on practical wealth creation strategies for navigating Malawi’s turbulent economic climate. The high-profile event, hosted by Sycamore Consult, will be held at the Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre on 7 August 2026, […] The post Prophet Bushiri to headline major wealth conference — promising secrets to building riches appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation, Joseph Mwanamvekha, has presented the Banking (Amendment) Bill, No. 9 of 2026, to Parliament, proposing tougher regulatory measures aimed at protecting depositors and reinforcing stability within the country’s financial sector. Under the proposed legislation, the Registrar of Financial Institutions would be granted expanded powers to intervene where a […] The post Mwanamvekha unveils bill to boost depositor protection and bank oversight appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Delhi Police stopped Arvind Kejriwal and AAP leaders marching to Prime Minister Modi's residence. The party staged a sit-in protest on Firoz Shah Road after being prevented from proceeding. They carried over 2.30 lakh petitions against the Centre's E20 petrol policy. Kejriwal stated the government should listen to vehicle owners' concerns about the fuel.

Thailand's Princess Maha Chakri Siridhorn visited Parliament House on Tuesday (Aug 4), and was greeted with a warm welcome by Speaker of Parliament Seah Kian Peng.Seah paused the Parliament session while Second Minister for Home Affairs Sim Ann was speaking, to formally introduce the Princess and her entourage.The Princess was seated in the House with Deputy Speaker Christopher de Souza.«Her Royal Highness is a cherished and long-standing friend of Singapore, who has played a pivotal role in deepening our bilateral ties, particularly in education, healthcare, and science and technology,» said Seah.A delegation of over 50 officers and cadets from the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy were also seen attending the parliamentary session and were seated in the public gallery overlooking MPs.'Steadfast support'The Princess, who is the younger sister of the Thai King Vajiralongkorn, has been in Singapore since Sunday for a three-day study visit to learn about Singapore's history and development.

[UN News] New UN-backed centres will serve eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as confirmed Ebola cases continued to climb sharply over the weekend in the largest ever outbreak of the highly contagious disease in the country.

[HRW] Hydrocarbons Ministry Expects Full Audit of Oil Company by Late September

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Ambassadors from the bloc's 27 nation members gathered for emergency talks in the EU's de facto capital after 60,000 migrants stormed the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last week.

If you’re still nursing a World Cup hangover, you’re not alone. I’m currently experiencing a full-blown football withdrawal. What do you expect after weeks of late nights / early mornings,  dramatic goals and global storylines that resonated from New York to Nee Soon.One moment you’re emotionally invested in penalty shootouts and underdog runs, the next you’re back to scrolling aimlessly on social media, wondering where all the Haaland, Mbappe and Messi memes went.Thankfully, the football calendar doesn’t have to stop. Enter the Asean Hyundai Cup, Southeast Asia’s biggest football tournament, taking place until Aug 26. It’s quite possibly the perfect antidote to your post-World Cup blues. And at the heart of it? Our very own Singapore national team.The “World Cup” of Southeast AsiaFresh off the World Cup high, I needed my football fix. While the world’s football stars are busy on their holiday or just returning to pre-season, it’s the perfect time to turn my attention to the exploits of our Lions in this regional tournament.

SINGAPORE — Frustrated by the cardboard cat houses placed at a void deck near his home in Bukit Batok, a man set fire to them, causing more than $900 worth of damage to the ground and walls.On Aug 4, Koh Teng Boo, 68, was sentenced to three months’ jail after pleading guilty to committing mischief by fire.Koh, a retiree living in Bukit Batok East Avenue 4, noticed in September 2025 that cardboard structures to house community cats had been put up around a pavilion and void deck near his home.Deputy Public Prosecutor Stephen Yeo said the houses, which were stocked with food and water, provided shelter for stray cats.Koh observed that this led to birds coming to the cat houses and claimed that the structures were prone to attracting pests, said the prosecutor. He raised the issue with his MP.In October 2025, Koh threw three cat houses into an incense burner bin and set them on fire.“The accused claimed that he had done so because no visible action had been taken about the cat houses despite his plea to his Member of Parliament,” said DPP Yeo.Two days later, Koh noticed that more cat houses had been set up around his block.

Road accidents can lead to serious and irreversible consequences for victims and their families, but are entirely preventable, said Second Minister for Home Affairs Sim Ann on Tuesday (Aug 4).«Our accident rate and fatality numbers need to come down,» she said at the Second Reading of the Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill in Parliament. In 2025, Singapore saw a record high of 149 fatalities, or at least one death every two days.With road safety remaining a key priority for the Ministry of Home Affairs, Sim stated that the proposed amendments will strengthen accountability for the most egregious road conduct.It will also deter driving under influence of alcohol or drugs, and enhance the traffic police's (TP) ability to detect and enforce traffic enforces, she said.New offenceThe Bill introduces a new offence of purposeful endangerment, which deals with a motorist who deliberately endangers another person using a vehicle and causing death.