A stormy sitting of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on the controversial K128.7 billion Amaryllis Hotel deal has exposed not just the deep fractures in accountability over the transaction—but also a growing political defence line forming around Attorney General Frank Mbeta, led by legislator and lawyer Slyvestre Ayuba James. In a striking public intervention, James […] The post Ayuba James Rallies Behind Frank Mbeta as AG Clears His Name in Explosive Amaryllis’ Controversial Sale appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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The next time someone tells you that your English is really jialat, you can get one up on them by showing them that jialat is a real English word. The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has been updated on Tuesday (March 24) with over 500 new words, including 11 entries with a Singaporean or Malaysian English etymology. Among them are some standout additions in BTO, jialat and kaypoh, with ice kacang no doubt being an honourable mention as a delectable and iconic dessert in both Singapore and Malaysia. The other additions are: assam laksa, agak-agak, boleh, degazette, Mat Salleh, play play and wayang. BTO, or build-to-order, refers to the Housing Development Board's (HDB) scheme wherein HDB flats are built for Singapore citizens. However, it can also be used as a verb, referring to the act of applying for a flat under the scheme, according to OED. The dictionary also states that the word is «often used when discussing a couple's relationship status, as applying for a flat together under the BTO scheme is seen as an important milestone, similar to an engagement.» 

A 30-year-old Singaporean man has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a case of murder in Johor Bahru (JB) on March 14.In an updated statement on Wednesday (March 25), police said he was handed over to the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) on the same day.They added that the arrest was made after a warrant of arrest was issued by a Malaysian court and the RMP made a request for assistance.He becomes the sixth person to be arrested by Singapore and Malaysia law enforcement agencies, and the fifth to be arrested in Singapore.Three Singaporean men, aged between 23 and 29, and a 27-year-old woman were earlier handed over to the Royal Malaysian Police on March 19. A fifth suspect was arrested while trying to leave Johor a day earlier on March 18.They are assisting Malaysia police in their investigations into the death of a 32-year-old Singaporean man who was killed at Aston Club Southkey in JB.

A 40-year-old man will be charged in court on Thursday (March 26) for allegedly endangering the safety of his two children by letting them sit on the boot of a Porsche Cayman he was driving along a road in Bukit Timah.The incident, which happened at about 10.40am on October 20, 2025 along Dairy Farm Lane, drew strong reactions from netizens, with several calling for the matter to be investigated by the authorities.

The group was created a year ago to investigate Hamas terrorists and antisemitic attacks. Now many of its members have been fired or reassigned.

The congressional redistricting fight is tainting the governor’s image, one Democrat said: “This should be a flashing red light for Democrats everywhere.”

Telecom Networks Malawi (TNM) Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in new network equipment as part of efforts to modernise its infrastructure and improve customer experience across the country. TNM Chief Executive Officer, Michel Herbert, made the remarks in Blantyre during a special tour by the company’s board of its Limbe shops. The visit […] The post TNM Reaffirms Multi-Million Dollar Investment in Network Upgrade to Improve Customer Experience appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A tighter, more revealing account of the controversial K128.7 billion acquisition of Amaryllis Hotel places the office of Attorney General Frank Mbeta squarely within the chain of events that shaped the outcome, exposing a level of involvement that goes beyond his repeated public denials of authorising or endorsing the transaction. Appearing before Parliament’s Public Accounts […] The post Amaryllis Hotel Deal Exposed: How Attorney General Intervened, Halted the Process, and Shaped a Controversial K128.7 Billion Transaction Despite Denying Approval appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Critics are piling pressure on President Peter Mutharika to move beyond assurances and take decisive action over the controversial purchase of Amaryllis Hotel, warning that failure to act will reinforce public distrust in the fight against corruption. Despite the President’s recent declaration that he will not shield any corrupt officials and is closely following the […] The post Critics Demand Action as Pressure Mounts on Peter Mutharika Over Amaryllis Hotel Deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

AIADMK has finalized seat-sharing with seven NDA allies in Tamil Nadu for the April 23 Assembly elections, allocating 65 seats to partners like BJP (27), PMK (18), and AMMK (11). The AIADMK will contest the remaining 169 constituencies. This move solidifies the alliance's structure ahead of the crucial contest against the ruling DMK.

Les tensions persistantes dans une région stratégique comme le Moyen-Orient, marquée par des rivalités géopolitiques et des risques sécuritaires sur les axes d'approvisionnement, provoquent régulièrement des secousses sur les marchés énergétiques mondiaux. Ces épisodes se traduisent quasi mécaniquement par une tension haussière sur les cours du pétrole. Dans les États exportateurs d'hydrocarbures tels que le Gabon, cette conjoncture est souvent accueillie comme une bonne nouvelle. (...) - LIBRE PROPOS

Le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire OLIGUI NGUEMA, a accordé ce jour une audience à l'Ambassadeur extraordinaire et plénipotentiaire de la République d'Angola accrédité en République Gabonaise. Au cours de cet entretien, le diplomate angolais est venu transmettre au Chef de l'Etat une invitation officielle des autorités de son pays, en vue d'une visite officielle à Luanda. Le Président de la République a marqué son accord (...) - DIPLOMATIE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Libreville, le 23 mars 2026-Le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire OLIGUI NGUEMA, a accordé ce jour une audience à une délégation de haut niveau conduite par Son Excellence Konan Bertin Kouadio, Ambassadeur de la République de Côte d'Ivoire au Gabon, accompagnée de Salif Traoré, dit A'Salfo, Président du Festival des Musiques Urbaines d'Anoumabo (FEMUA). Au cœur des échanges, la place stratégique de la culture dans la (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Edwards was one of the BBC 's highest-paid newsreaders before pleading guilty to making indecent images of children in July 2024.

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Veteran Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is stable and under observation at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital after being admitted Tuesday night due to feeling unwell following a weather change. Doctors are conducting investigations for potential stomach and urinary tract infections, with antibiotics administered as part of her treatment. Her condition is being closely monitored by a medical team.

Kerala's 2026 Assembly elections are poised for close contests, mirroring the 2021 polls where narrow victory margins and fragmented vote shares were prevalent. Despite a consistent but limited NOTA presence, the focus remains on micro-level swings and party strength, as recent local body elections indicate potential shifts in tightly contested constituencies.

Volcanologist Ármann Höskuldsson says he is intrigued by the developments that began at midday Monday, when a strong earthquake swarm started on the Reykjanes Ridge, about 25 kilometers southwest of Eldey.

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Six driverless public buses have reached Singapore's shores and will be tested in two pilot services at Marina Bay and one-north.In a Facebook video on Wednesday (March 25), the Land Transport Authority (LTA) shared that the buses will face rigorous testing to ensure that they meet all safety and operating requirements before serving commuters.Once ready, the autonomous buses will operate alongside existing manned buses, LTA added. The buses will ply the routes of public bus services 400 at Marina Bay and 191 at one-north from the second half of 2026.The 39-second video gives a quick preview of what the driverless buses will look like.According to LTA, the 16-seater buses will have features similar to the manned buses which commuters are familiar with.However, the buses will also have additional cameras and sensors at the front, back and top for 360-degree awareness of the surroundings.The buses will also feature a wheelchair-accessible space in front of the door.Unlike regular buses, the driverless buses will only have one door.

Two platform workers were among the 36 people who died last year in the course of their work, said the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in its annual workplace safety and health report.The latest edition of the report, released on Wednesday (March 25), is the first time that information on work-related injuries involving platform workers is available after the Platform Workers Act came into force last year.Last year, Singapore's workplace fatal injury rate fell to a record low of 0.96 per 100,000 workers, making the Republic one of the safest countries in the world to work.There were 43 workplace deaths in 2024 and the workplace fatal injury rate then was 1.2 per 100,000 workersVehicular incidents continued to be the top cause of fatalities in 2025 — 15. Of these, six people, including the two platform workers, died in work-related traffic accidents.The next leading causes of fatal accidents are fall from height and the collapse or failure of structure and equipment, according to the report.

Bangladesh has hiked jet fuel prices by 80%, citing volatility in the global market linked to the Middle East crisis Read Full Article at RT.com

Trans members of the UK’s Girlguiding organization will be required to leave by September 2026 after a Supreme Court ruling   Read Full Article at RT.com

Gujarat has passed its Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026. This makes it the second Indian state to adopt a unified law for marriage, divorce, and inheritance. Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed it as a historic step for equality. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel stated the UCC will ensure equal rights and dignity for women across all communities.

Volkswagen is in discussions to manufacture parts for Israel’s Iron Dome system at its Osnabruck facility, the Financial Times reports Read Full Article at RT.com

Danish PM Mette Frederiksen’s Social Democrats party has posted its worst election result in over a century, exit polls show Read Full Article at RT.com

Somalia’s central government has ordered agencies to end cooperation with its South West State’s leadership amid tensions Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev will not receive any gas until it restores the flow of Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline, the Hungarian prime minister has announced Read Full Article at RT.com

The Supreme Court has sharply criticized Haryana Police and the Child Welfare Committee for their insensitive handling of a three-year-old rape survivor's case. The court condemned summoning the minor to the police station and expressed concern over the apparent downgrading of charges under the Pocso Act, emphasizing the need for a child-sensitive approach.