Wildlife trafficker and money launderer Lin Yunhua stunned the court on Friday, March 14, 2025, by admitting that he routinely sneaked out of Maula Prison with the help of corrupt warders to access various services—including visiting his home and businesses. Yunhua made the confession while entering a not-guilty plea to seven fresh charges of corruption […] The post Wildlife Criminal and Corruption Suspect Lin Yunhua Admits Sneaking Out of Prison with Help from Warders appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has urged the newly graduating Daeyang University students to embrace the spirit of hard work, perseverance, and continuous self-development if they want to make a difference in life. President Chakwera made the remarks this morning when he presided over the 10th Graduation Ceremony for the award of Degrees at Daeyang University at […] The post “No One Will Build Malawi for Us” – Chakwera Challenges Graduates to Take Charge of Nation’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Karnataka High Court stayed the trial court's decision to take cognizance of charges against former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa and three others in a Pocso Act case. The stay, pending further hearings, exempts them from personal appearances following an appeal that questioned the complaint's validity.

US officials declined to sign a minerals deal with Kiev during recent talks in Saudi Arabia, according to Ukrainian media reports Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukrainian nationalist Demyan Ganul has been killed in Odessa, according to local media Read Full Article at RT.com

Global energy projects, including Arctic projects, are reportedly on the table as Russia and the US  are in “preliminary” contact Read Full Article at RT.com

White Paper obtained by Politico calls for military investment, citing Russia threat and concerns over US stance on NATO Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine’s NATO membership has been taken off the table in the US-Russia peace efforts, the bloc’s chief Mark Rutte has confirmed Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN – The Secretary General of Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ), Brigadier General Hossein Zolfaqari, in separate meetings with the central director for Italy’s Anti-Drug Services DCSA (Central Directorate for Anti-Drug Services), General Pierangelo Iannotti, and the head of the International Affairs Division of the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) of Switzerland, Barbara Schedler Fischer, has called for expanding cooperation to play a more effective role in combating drug-related issues.

TEHRAN – Some 22,000 traffic police officers and 3,000 unmarked police will be on duty to implement a special traffic plan that aims to lower road accidents and ensure the safety of the roads during Nowruz holidays, which start on March 21.

TEHRAN –The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (the virus that usually causes cervical cancer in women) and the recombinant influenza vaccine are projected to be produced in Indonesia, an official with the vice-presidency for science, technology, and knowledge-based economy has said.

The city of Khomeini Shahr in Isfahan Province is the main producer of matthiola incana, commonly known as stock flower or hoary stock, in the country.

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba- Humanitarian agencies are raising alarm over an escalating malnutrition crisis in Ethiopia, which is severely impacting children and lactating women. A report released this week by the Global Nutrition Cluster (GNC) reveals that acute malnutrition rates in several regions have «surpassed the critical threshold of 15%,» signaling an urgent and dire situation.

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- At least 41 Al-Shabaab militants, including senior members, were killed in a series of airstrikes conducted by Somali military forces in coordination with the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) on Thursday.

The latest news on President Donald Trump’s administration and the expected Senate vote on a continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown.

Les activités politiques au Gabon sont en effervescence. Les formations politiques se mettent en ordre de batailles. C'est le cas du Rassemblement pour la patrie et la modernité (RPM) cher à Alexandre Barro Chambrier dans la commune de Bakoumba qui a tenu une rencontre citoyenne, organisée par Laulas Yann Mikenda, Membre du Bureau Politique (MBP). C'était le samedi 08 mars dernier dans le chef lieu du département de Lékoko. Les partis politiques au Gabon s'activent sur toute l'étendue (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Hargeisa (HOL) – Somaliland police on Thursday arrested a suspect accused of killing a man in the Mohamed Mooge district of Hargeisa.

Vladimir Putin has said he agrees with the idea of a ceasefire in Ukraine, but that «questions» remain about the nature of a truce - as he set out a number of tough conditions for peace.

Beledweyne (HOL) – Members of the Hawadle community have supported the Somali federal government's plan to implement one-person, one-vote elections, marking a shift from the previous indirect election model.

Jón Gunnar Þórhallsson, chief of police for South Iceland, says he cannot disclose further details about the sequence of events leading to the death of the man found in Gufunes on Tuesday morning. The case is being investigated as a possible homicide, extortion, and deprivation of liberty.

[Premium Times] «I am an APC member and I like to be addressed as such. I will try to popularise the party by all means.»

[The Point] Non-Governmental Organisations and other human rights groups have jointly denounced the «retributive and punishing tactics» against Gambians and other asylum seekers as the block finally unveiled its long-awaited draft against affected migrants.

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Malawi stands at a crossroads. One road leads to self-determination, economic empowerment, and a refusal to be bullied by foreign powers that apply the law only when it suits their interests. The other road leads to spineless submission, the auctioning of our own people, and the eternal curse of begging while sacrificing the very assets […] The post Malawi’s Choice: Sovereignty or Subjugation? Sacrificing Bushiri Means Selling Our Future to Foreign Masters appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s mining sector is poised for a major transformation, with the potential to generate up to US$30 billion in mineral exports between 2026 and 2040. According to the World Bank, annual revenues are projected to hit US$3 billion by 2034, with mining contributing 12% of the country’s GDP by 2027. This remarkable growth aligns with […] The post Fruits of Chakwera’s ATM Strategy: Global firms target Malawi’s US$30 billion mineral boom appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Karnataka High Court granted B.S. Yediyurappa interim relief by staying the summons in a POCSO Act case, requiring his appearance on March 15. The court emphasized a comprehensive investigation and quashing the charge sheet. Yediyurappa faces allegations of inappropriate touching and harassment but denies all charges, citing political motivations and readiness to face legal proceedings.

A video of New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon celebrating Holi at ISKCON Auckland has resurfaced online. Luxon, set to visit India from March 16-20, aims to enhance trade and investment ties. He will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and other leaders, emphasizing his admiration for India.