[Daily Trust] Heavy security was deployed around Niger's main airport on Thursday after overnight gunfire and explosions raised suspicions of a jihadist attack, but the ruling junta remained tight-lipped.

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Ten more vehicles have been impounded by the Land Transport Authority (LTA) for illegal cross-border services, bringing the total to 172 since enhanced enforcement began in July 2025.In a Facebook post on Friday (Jan 30), the authority said it conducted checks on over 3,100 vehicles at land checkpoints and along the PIE since July, and seized the errant vehicles through regular monitoring and tip-offs from the National Private Hire Vehicles Association and the National Taxi Association. Senior Minister of State for Transport Sun Xueling also made a separate Facebook on Friday, reminding commuters to only engage legal cross-border transport services in the upcoming festive season.

The law caught up with 13 former Certis officers on Friday (Jan 30) after charges including misappropriating items entrusted to them, possession of e-vaporisers and receiving stolen properties were handed to them in court.In a joint press release by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB), Health Sciences Authority (HSA) and Singapore Customs on Friday, the agencies set out the alleged offences the former enforcement officers, all Singaporeans, are suspected to be involved in.Several of the offences listed were carried out between 2019 and 2022.The twelve men and one woman are:

There is a new scam doing the rounds — email from your «boss».Since the beginning of the year, at least 25 such cases of scammers impersonating as victims' manager(s) have been reported, with losses amounting to at least $30,000, the police said on Wednesday (Jan 28).In this scam variant, victims would receive emails purportedly sent by their CEO or supervisor, asking them to use their own funds to urgently purchase gift cards, such as those from Apple, Xbox, or Razer Gold, to be used for work.These emails would also bear display names belonging to their CEO or supervisor, while assuring the victims that they would be reimbursed by the company.Victims were also told to provide the redemption codes on the gift cards, which the scammers would use, to make redemptions.They would only realise that they have been scammed after checking with their colleagues.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has vowed that she “will be very smart” by the end of her term thanks to extensive reading Read Full Article at RT.com

Elon Musk is considering consolidating his business empire through potential mergers involving SpaceX, Tesla, and xAI, Bloomberg reports Read Full Article at RT.com

Microsoft shares fell 10% this week, marking their largest decline since March 2020 Read Full Article at RT.com

Niger’s leader has vowed to “roar” back at those he accused of sponsoring mercenaries behind attacks on the country Read Full Article at RT.com

The Confederation of African Football has handed out bans and fines to Senegal and Morocco after incidents in the AFCON final Read Full Article at RT.com

The couple have been left 'devastated' after thieves ransacked their £4million home in Cheshire.

Edwin Morrison, who turns 81 next month, allegedly attacked the vulnerable victim and then demanded her purse in her own home in Manchester on Tuesday.

Jaysley Beck, 19, was found dead at Larkhill Camp in Wiltshire on December 15, 2021, after complaining about the behaviour of her male colleague.

AI chatbots are far more likely to source their answers to questions about the news from Left-wing sources like the Guardian and BBC, according to a think tank.

A spokesperson for the EA said the arrests were part of an ongoing investigation and that both men have been released on bail.

Cancer is currently the second leading cause of mortality in the EU, after cardiovascular diseases. In 2024, around 2.7 million people were diagnosed with cancer in the EU and around 1.27 million died. EU action focuses on prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment; and quality of life for cancer patients, survivors and carers. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

A Minnesota man tried to impersonate an FBI agent in a reported attempt to free Luigi Mangione, accused of killing a healthcare executive Read Full Article at RT.com

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre will take to the stage Friday for what could be one of the most important speeches of his political career as he tries to convince delegates at the party's Calgary convention to keep him in the job.

Documents from extradition proceedings at the Belgrade Higher Court obtained by the fifth estate and the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network provide an extraordinary glimpse into the lifestyle and whereabouts of a young Canadian man with an alleged $65 million US in cryptocurrency burning a hole in his pocket and multiple countries seeking his arrest.

The push to buy Canadian is loud and clear, but are those local-looking products the real deal? CBC Marketplace exposes how some popular foods that seem Canadian are actually made in the U.S. Experts say some patriotic packaging may confuse shoppers, a practice called «maple washing.»

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has said the military is fully prepared to “deliver whatever” President Donald Trump orders regarding Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

India’s Economic Survey has projected GDP growth of up to 7.2% on the back of strong domestic demand Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian operatives arrested a Ukraine-linked gunman planning to kill a Russian officer in St. Petersburg, the FSB has said Read Full Article at RT.com

It’s “very dangerous” for Canada and the UK to seek improved ties with China, US President Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) form the backbone of the EU’s economy, accounting for 99% of its businesses. EU programmes to support SMEs have focused on improving their competitiveness, access to finance and their ability to innovate. Recent initiatives have sought to help SMEs navigate challenges such as the digital transition, carbon neutrality, and economic recovery in the face of geopolitical developments. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Audiovisual policy in the EU is governed by Articles 167 and 173 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU). The key piece of legislation in this field is the Audiovisual Media Services Directive. The main EU instrument to help the industry is the MEDIA strand of the Creative Europe programme. The Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union demands respect for ‘the freedom and pluralism of the media’. The European Media Freedom Act establishes a common framework for media services in the internal market. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Water is essential for human, animal and plant life and for the economy. Its protection and management transcend national boundaries. The EU’s water policy plays a key role in preserving the environment, supported by legislation that safeguards water sources and both freshwater and marine ecosystems. These laws also ensure the cleanliness of drinking and bathing water. The EU Water Framework Directive establishes a legal framework to protect and restore clean water and to ensure its long-term sustainable use. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

The Ukrainian serviceman commended the humane attitude to him from the Russian military as he also advised his fellow soldiers to lay down arms or defect to the Russian side

As of 7:10 a.m. Moscow time, the MOEX Index was up by 0.77% at 2,819.35 points

According to the instructor, despite versatility, combat training is still divided by specialty

Director of the Russian Foreign Ministry’s department of European affairs Vladislav Maslennikov described the OSCE as a «component of the Euro-Atlantic security concept that has discredited itself»

According to the press service, the first stage of training for the recruits included theory