The works of Halldór Laxness rank among the most important literary achievements in Icelandic history. Literature, as Iceland’s core cultural heritage, has long been what unites the nation—a nation without grand cathedrals or monumental architecture to boast of.

According to Simona Halperin, the new ambassador Oded Joseph «will begin his mission early next week»

His predecessor, Simona Halperin, has already left Russia

For the late Queen's generation, teatime was sacrosanct: a pause in the day to reflect and refresh. For the monarch herself, it was also a cherished private time in a life devoted to public service.

US forces have destroyed an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, according to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Read Full Article at RT.com

The Maldives has banned anyone born after January 1, 2007 from buying or using tobacco Read Full Article at RT.com

Germany received half as many new asylum requests over the past two months in comparison to a similar period in 2024, Bild has learned Read Full Article at RT.com

The incident in the largely Russian-speaking city of Odessa adds to Kiev’s broader clampdown on the Russian language Read Full Article at RT.com

«There a lot of issues that are discussed with Kazakhstan, including at the highest level», Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council Alexey Shevtsov said

According to Maria Zakharova, discrepancies in the UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay’s Report on the Safety of Journalists and the Danger of Impunity for 2022-2023, published in December 2024 undermined its reputation as a reliable source of information in this area

According to the country’s Security Council, law enforcement detained two individuals and another assailant was killed

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said on September 29 that Berlin had provided Kiev with three Patriot systems and would supply two more such systems by the end of this year

The meeting is scheduled to begin on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. GMT

Amid a benefits pause, nonprofit groups plan to work extra hours to get food out to vulnerable residents, and local community members are also stepping up.

Garowe (HO) — Puntland authorities have deployed 300 newly trained police officers to Garowe to strengthen security and curb rising crime in the regional capital, officials said Sunday.

A storm is brewing within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) as its Members of Parliament are set to meet tomorrow in what insiders describe as a coordinated plot to unseat current Leader of Opposition, Simplex Chithyola. The meeting—confirmed by MCP Deputy Secretary General Gerald Kazembe—is officially being presented as a “constitutional exercise” under Standing Order […] The post MCP MPs Plot to Oust Chithyola in Opposition Leadership Coup appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Dr. Jane Ansah on Saturday night, 1 November 2025, attended this year’s fundraising dinner for Beit Cure Hospital, a facility that provides free treatment to children with treatable disabilities. The event, held in Blantyre, brought together government officials, corporate partners, and well-wishers committed to supporting the hospital’s mission of improving children’s health. In […] The post Vice President Dr. Jane Ansah Supports Beit Cure Hospital Fundraising Drive for Children with Disabilities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will be visiting Brunei for an official visit from Nov 3 to 4 for the 11th Young Leaders' Programme (YLP). PM Wong, who was invited by Brunei's Crown Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah, also the Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office, will lead a delegation of Singapore political office-holders during the two-day visit.The visit will be PM Wong's second visit to Brunei as head of government, following his introductory visit in June 2024. The YLP, which started in 2013, is an annual exchange of visits that Singapore and Brunei take turns to host.«The annual YLP serves to build and deepen ties between the next generation of leaders. It reflects the strong commitment of both countries to enhance our special bilateral relationship. It also marks an opportunity to advance our partnership in areas of shared interest,» Singapore's Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a statement on Sunday (Nov 2).

The issue of race is never absent from politics and «harmony in Singapore cannot be left to chance or wishful thinking», said Senior Minister of State for Law and Transport Murali Pillai on Sunday (Nov 2).He was responding to a video posted by secretary-general of the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) Chee Soon Juan on Oct 17.In his video, Chee alleged that policies made by the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) - indication of race on their National Registration Identity Cards (NRICs); establishment of ethnic-based self-help groups; and creation of the group representation constituency (GRC) - suggest that it was the PAP which has been engaging in race and identity politics.Chee's video was posted three days after Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam delivered a ministerial statement on race and religion in parliament. 

The justices will hear arguments Wednesday on the legality of most of the president’s tariffs — the first in a series of tests of sweeping claims of authority.

But the tactic seems less effective this time around: “They’re falling into the fundamental mistake of trying to refight the last war,” a Democratic strategist asserts.

US President Donald Trump has said his recent summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping will usher in “everlasting peace” Read Full Article at RT.com

The US anti-drug campaign off Venezuela’s coast could help oust “illegitimate” Nicolas Maduro, Maria Corina Machado says Read Full Article at RT.com

NATO reportedly faces a military mobility crisis due to bureaucratic hurdles and poor planning Read Full Article at RT.com

Ceasefire talks aim to calm tensions between the two South Asian nations, but longstanding mistrust lingers Read Full Article at RT.com

US President Donald Trump has accused Nigeria of allowing the killing of Christians by Islamists and threatened military action Read Full Article at RT.com

Malawian engineer and Pan-Africanist Vitumbiko Mumba has called for a complete redesign of Malawi’s education curriculum, arguing that it fails to promote innovation, research, and problem-solving among the youth. Speaking after attending the Eastern Cape Higher Education Sector National Dialogue Launch hosted by Nelson Mandela University in South Africa, Mumba said Malawi’s education system remains […] The post Engineer Vitumbiko Mumba Calls for Overhaul of Malawi’s Education Curriculum appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A teenager was wounded as a result of the shelling

Abdel Hafiz Nofal stressed the importance of maintaining the ceasefire

The fighting took place in the northern and northwestern directions

Russian soldiers also eliminated a Gvozdika self-propelled artillery system and a Djura armored vehicle

Russian military destroyed up to 20 militants