Brazil’s president has criticized the US for kidnapping Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and imposing an oil blockade of Cuba Read Full Article at RT.com

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s speech about AI during Budget 2026 definitely caught my attention. That’s when I knew the term wasn’t just another “future economy” buzzword moment.This time, it felt… real. With initiatives like six months’ free access to premium AI tools for Singaporeans taking selected courses, plus a broader push for companies to adopt AI at scale, the message was clear. Will Smith’s 2004 film “I, Robot” is no longer a product of Hollywood fiction.Naturally, that sparked the usual reactions. I remember turning to my 65-year-old retired dad during the broadcast and seeing him shaking his head and lamenting the loss of jobs for my future kids. Looking at the discourse online, I see the usual talking points:Will AI take our jobs?Will only tech workers benefit?Are we all supposed to suddenly become prompt engineers overnight?As someone who has written previously about surviving AI as a full-time writer (mind you, this was 2 years ago, when ChatGPT was the only game in town), and have since transitioned into a fintech, very pro-AI environment, here’s my honest take on the topic:

Russian troops struck fuel and energy infrastructure used to support the Ukrainian army’s operations and enemy deployment areas over the past 24 hours, the ministry reported

Ilia II died on the evening of March 17 at a Tbilisi hospital at the age of 93

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has pardoned 27 inmates as part of the 2026 Eid and Easter holiday celebrations, invoking constitutional powers to extend clemency to selected prisoners deemed rehabilitated and deserving of release. According to a statement from the Ministry of Homeland Security, the pardon was granted under Section 89(2) of the Constitution, which gives […] The post Mutharika Pardons 27 Inmates in Eid and Easter Mercy Gesture appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef) has issued an urgent, high-stakes plea to Parliament to partially lift a suspension blocking the disposal of overstocked farm inputs, warning that continued inaction is rapidly converting public assets into waste, with potential losses projected at K15 billion. In a March 9, 2026 letter to Clerk of Parliament Fiona […] The post NEEF Warns of K15bn Loss, Pushes Parliament to Ease Ban on Selling Rotting Farm Inputs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has lost at least $1.427 billion (about K2.5 trillion) to major climate-related disasters in just eight years, a crushing toll that exposes a country trapped in a cycle of destruction, incomplete recovery and deepening poverty. An aggregation of official post-disaster assessments shows a relentless pattern of loss: $335 million from the 2015 floods, $365.9 […] The post $1.4bn Lost, $2bn Needed: Relentless Disasters Are Draining Malawi and Entrenching Poverty appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A group of citizens has organised a nationwide thanksgiving match on April 17, 2026 at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) grounds in Lilongwe, with parallel gatherings in Blantyre, Mzuzu and Zomba, in what organisers describe as a grassroots show of appreciation for President Arthur Peter Mutharika. Dubbed “Malawi United in Gratitude,” the event is […] The post Citizens Plan National Thanksgiving Match for Mutharika, Cite Food, Fuel and Economic Gains appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s government has revealed a 59 billion kwacha shortfall in its proposed 209 billion kwacha disaster response budget, following heavy rains from March 13 to 17, 2026, that affected over 21,000 households and damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure. Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Justin Saidi, made the announcement at Bereu in […] The post Malawi Faces 59 Billion Kwacha Shortfall in Disaster Response Budget appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.

The jury has found Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk guilty of misleading investors during his purchase of Twitter Read Full Article at RT.com

Locum Tenens of the Patriarchal Throne Metropolitan Shio is leading the funeral ceremony attended by hierarchs of the Georgian Orthodox Church and representatives of foreign church delegations

Ukrainian drone attacks on Kursk damaged five cars and a private home

The Iranian attack largely involved Arash-2 drones that are an advanced and more destructive version of Kian and Arash-1 unmanned aerial vehicles

The launch of the Progress MS-33 cargo spacecraft to the International Space Station is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Moscow time on March 22

US Congressman Greg Landsman has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives seeking to recognise the atrocities committed by the Pakistani army and its allies against Bengali Hindus in 1971 as war crimes and genocide. The resolution cites the 'Blood Telegram' and details the systematic targeting of Hindus for extermination, urging condemnation of these actions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become India's longest-serving head of government, completing 8,931 days in office. This milestone surpasses the previous record held by Pawan Kumar Chamling. Modi's extensive public service includes over 13 years as Gujarat's Chief Minister and his tenure as Prime Minister since 2014.

Women make up less than 17 percent of the paid water workforce globally — but in India's villages, they are already running the systems. This is the story of how grassroots networks and government schemes are turning water's biggest burden-bearers into its most effective managers.

World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 highlights Trisomy 21, a genetic condition affecting millions. While biology is understood, outcomes depend on care, early intervention, and societal perception. Early diagnosis and therapies are crucial for individuals to achieve milestones and participate fully in life.

The INDIA bloc faces internal strife post-Rajya Sabha elections, with allies like SP, CPM, and CPI(ML) criticising Congress. Cross-voting and state-level rivalries, particularly in Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, have frayed the alliance. Regional parties question Congress's leadership, suggesting a need for independent rebuilding before any grand coalition.

We have never seen anything quite like this before. This latest war is holding a knife against the very throat of the economy.

Nicola Bulley dropped her two daughters at school on January 27, 2023, kissing them goodbye before taking her dog for a morning stroll along a quiet Lancashire riverbank.

The Criminal Records (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Amendment Act, 2026 was passed in the Senate in January and signed by Governor General Sir Patrick Allen on February 20. In addition to the reform is the automatic expungement in certain older, non-custodial matters, where the sentence was imposed and completed prior to January 1, 2005, and the individual has not been convicted of another offence. Such individuals automatically benefits from expungement without being required to undergo the application process.

WESTERN BUREAU: From the quiet hills of Adelphi in St James to the corridors of power at the Pentagon, Jamaica-born Mark Denton is poised to make history as the first Black man to lead the Cadet Corps at Norwich University in its more than 200-year existence. Denton, who migrated to the United States (US) at age 10 and is now an American citizen, has been selected as the 57th Commandant of Cadets and Vice President of Student Affairs at the prestigious private military institution in Northfield, Vermont, founded in 1819.

Onion importers are pushing back against suggestions that their business is killing local farmers, now experiencing a glut. Since the first round of reaping began following the devastation wrought by Hurricane Melissa, local farmers have been howling about their inability to sell their produce, resulting in hundreds of pounds rotting in the field. From St Elizabeth to St Thomas, they have pointed the finger of blame at importers of foreign-produced onions.

Courtney Anderson would have been relieved when an assault case against him was dismissed in 1996, but little did he know that 30 years later he would still be experiencing the recurring nightmare of trying to get his police record cleared so he can move forward with his life unencumbered by the case. Jamaica’s expungement law allows eligible individuals to have certain criminal charges and/or convictions removed from their records, providing them with an opportunity for a fresh start.

Customs officials have implemented a new policy that mandates employees to detain all three-dimensional or 3D printers imported into Jamaica, pending an internal verification of the end-user, a leaked internal memo has revealed. The move by the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) comes amid fears that Jamaican crime syndicates have gained access to the machines and are using them to print component parts used to make so-called ‘ghost guns’.

Filled with glorious photos of sun-kissed Florida boardwalks, private yachts and exquisitely appointed properties, it is precisely the Instagram feed you would expect from a scion of Italian aristocracy

Five years ago, Zack Polanski was a hypnotherapist, best known for claiming he could enlarge women's breasts with the power of his brilliant mind.

Writing on the social media platform X, India Willoughby accused Dame Jenni of spreading 'Terf garbage' and for helping to create an anti-trans atmosphere in the UK.

Johnny, the author of Palmistry: From Apprentice to Pro in 24 Hours, utilises scientific and psychological research into hand and finger shape, texture, size, prints and lines.

À Libreville, une expérience pédagogique innovante portée par un enseignant engagé du Lycée Technique National Omar Bongo (LTNOB) révolutionne l'apprentissage de l'économie et du management. Sous son impulsion, les élèves deviennent de véritables entrepreneurs, de l'idée à la production. Un modèle inspirant pour tout le système éducatif. Au Lycée Technique National Omar Bongo, l'innovation pédagogique prend un visage concret : celui de Monsieur Kombelt Lionel, professeur d'économie et (...) - EDUCATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Que faire des bénévoles sans diplôme ? C'est la question posée à l'honorable Justine Judith Lekogo, qui dans une interview accordée à la rédaction, donne son point de vue. Elle soutient haut et fort que «Protéger la qualité de l'éducation, c'est protéger l'avenir des enfants». Rédaction : Madame l'Honorable Députée Justine Judith Lekogo, la situation des enseignants bénévoles suscite aujourd'hui un débat national. Entre reconnaissance de leur engagement et exigences de qualification, (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

An e-bike caught fire along Balestier Road in the early hours of Sunday (March 22) morning.Lawrence Lim, who is a member of a local private-hire vehicle drivers' Facebook group, wrote in a photo post that the e-bike «exploded» in front of him.The photo shows a man dressed in black standing next to the burning e-bike. It is unclear if he was the rider or a passerby. Responding to media queries, the Singapore Civil Defence Force said that they were alerted to the incident at about 12.15am.It added that firefighters put out the fire using a fire hose and conveyed one person to Singapore General Hospital.Fire investigations are ongoing.[[nid:732016]]editor@asiaone.com 

Filled with glorious photos of sun-kissed Florida boardwalks, private yachts and exquisitely appointed properties, it is precisely the Instagram feed you would expect from a scion of Italian aristocracy