The number of firefighters in the UK has fallen by 12,000 since 2010, according to a new study. The Fire Brigades Union claimed the reduction had left the UK unable to guarantee public safety.

Durov's Instagram is full of pictures flaunting his physique and jetset lifestyle, and has said on Telegram that he is a vegetarian who enjoys 'getting up early' and speaks nine languages.

A second London tower block has been caught in a raging fire as dozens of firefighters rushed to tackle the inferno at the 43-storey high-rise building.

A 'painstaking' search for the remains of a British soldier who is thought to have been abducted by the IRA has begun close to a historical site near the Irish border.

Footage shows the vessel entering the port of Sorrento, near Naples, and ramming two moored vessels in the marina before moving forward and smashing into more boats.

Blantyre City South East MP Sameer Suleman has made allegations that the government spent over K4.5 billion on President Lazarus Chakwera’s trip to Germany, where the president was seen riding a bicycle. Suleman raised these concerns during a discussion on a ministerial statement delivered by Minister of Tourism Vera Kamtukule, which focused on efforts to […] The post DPP MP Suleman claims tGovt spent K4.5bn for Chakwera to travel to Germany to ride a bicycle appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual (Malawi) Limited, has reiterated its commitment to ensuring financial inclusion through its digital platforms which include a WhatsApp chatbot and USSD code accessible via any mobile phone. Speaking in an interview, the company’s Marketing and Corporate Affairs Executive, Patience Chatsika, said its digital platforms are proving key in ensuring that Malawians have increased […] The post Old Mutual Malawi intensifies financial inclusion efforts through digital platforms appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Musician-turned politician Penjan Fredokiss Kalua has penned a hearty letter to UTM followers encouraging them to stay put against all odds and that they will make it. Writing on his Facebook page, Kalua—who is UTM Director of Youths—reminded UTM followers that they should always remember that they are an idea. He wrote: “Dear UTM Trust […] The post Fredokiss pens a hearty letter, encouraging UTM followers: “Trust me, we will make it.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Le plaidoyer pour la reconnaissance des 22 journalistes congolais assassinés comme Martyrs de la liberté de la presse se poursuit avec force et détermination. Ce mouvement est désormais porté par une voix puissante et symbolique, celle de Grâce Israëlla Mambu Kangundu Ngyke, elle-même orpheline de deux parents, Franck Ngyke Kangundu et Hélène Mpaka tombés pour avoir défendu la vérité et la liberté d'expression. Grâce Israëlla, Présidente de l'Association Congolaise des Femmes (...) - COMMUNICATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Nicaise Moulombi, Deuxième Vice-Président du Conseil Économique, Social et Environnemental (CESE) a communié avec les Chefs et Adjoints de quartiers de Mouila, la capitale provinciale de la Ngounié. Un des objectifs de cette rencontre avec les notables, était aussi de les a inviter à voter pour le Oui, lors du référendum à venir. Le Deuxième Vice-Président du Conseil Économique, Social et Environnemental (CESE), Nicaise Moulombi, a passé les festivités marquant le 17 aout 2024 à Mouila, (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[VOA] Yaoundé, Cameroon -- Health authorities in Sub-Saharan Africa said armed gangs and rebel groups are obstructing their access to towns and villages that are suspected of having mpox cases.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A Kenyan citizen has threatened to take legal action against the Health Ministry within 14 days should it fail to address issues raised on the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).

[Premium Times] The official says Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) has been a significant maize pest in Nigeria since 2016 and warned that it is capable of inflicting total yield loss

[Ghanaian Times] Three people were killed on Saturday when an uncompleted two-storey dormitory building collapsed at Richmere Vocational Institute (RVI), near Kasoa Timber Market, Asempa Down, in the Central Region.

[Leadership] The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has declared a seven-day warning strike over the abduction of Dr Popoola Ganiyat, a member of the association, at the staff quarters of the National Eye Centre Kaduna, eight months ago.

Le Parti pour le développement et la solidarité sociale (PDS) se mobilise pour ratisser large avec l'arrivée de nouveaux adhérents. La coordination communale de Port Gentil a rassemblé cadres et nouveaux militants pour la présentation au président de cette famille politique (Gabonews) : Les organisateurs de cette cérémonie ont choisi un autre cadre que le siège du PDS. La présence de Maître Séraphin Ndaot Rembogo a dirigé la présentation des nouveaux adhérents sous le regard de hauts (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

When a child's foot got stuck in a bicycle's rear wheel, several passers-by stepped forward to help and comfort the girl. The incident occurred at Block 79A Toa Payoh Central last Wednesday (Aug 21) afternoon. In a Xiaohongshu post on Thursday, one of the passers-by said a maid was fetching the kindergartener home on a bicycle when the latter's left foot slipped into the gap between the wheel and bicycle frame. «It hurt to hear her heart-wrenching shouts,» wrote the user.  While waiting for the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) to arrive, a number of passers-by stopped along the walkway and surrounded the girl, supporting her right leg and body as well as taking off her left shoe. Someone had even brought tools in an attempt to dismantle the bicycle frame. Others, including the Xiaohongshu user, offered tissues and comforted the girl. The Xiaongshu user later urged parents and helpers travelling with children on bicycles to be mindful of safety and ensure the kid's legs are positioned correctly.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi has firmly rejected a directive from the Somali government that mandates the removal of all references to «Somaliland» from business services, a move that has heightened tensions between the two regions.

Mogadishu (HOL) — A Somali government soldier fatally shot a manual laborer, Ismail Ali Mohamed, over a dispute involving less than $0.25 cents on Friday night in Mogadishu’s Hamarjabab district, according to eyewitnesses.

«The chancellor stated this explicitly during his talks with the Polish and Czech sides, as well as with many other international partners,» Spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit went on to say

Law enforcement agencies suspect the Telegram messenger founder of being complicit in drug trafficking, crimes against minors and fraud amid the messenger’s lack of moderation, its refusal to cooperate with law enforcement

The newspaper claims that the cyberattacks were carried out by «groups of hackers supporting Durov»

Andrey Bezrukov noted that the situation on the Kursk frontline has consolidated the society and Kiev was unable to create panic

Nominal amount of OFZ owned by non-residents as of the beginning of August 2024 totaled $14.6 bln

IBM is reportedly shutting its research and development branch in China in a move affecting more than 1,000 staffers Read Full Article at RT.com

Safety of women is country’s priority, the Indian PM said amid nationwide protests against rape and murder of a medic on duty Read Full Article at RT.com

Applications are being accepted from foreign media outlets and journalists for ‘The Honest View’ journalism competition Read Full Article at RT.com

Modi’s recent visit to Kiev shows that New Delhi’s ties with Moscow is an absolute ‘no-go’ for Washington – so it will continue Read Full Article at RT.com

A video released by the Russian Defense Ministry showcases the combat tactics of assault forces in Donbass Read Full Article at RT.com

Scotland Yard has confirmed that the mother remains in a critical condition, while a 29-year-old man is also in hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

In a move aimed at enhancing the country’s judicial capacity, President Lazarus Chakwera, on Monday presided over the swearing in of four new High Court Judges at the Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe. President Chakwera’s continued efforts to fill up judicial positions reflects his unwavering commitment to strengthening the country’s legal system and also ensuring that […] The post Chakwera swears in 4 High Court Judges increasing their number to 42 countrywide appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

This is the poignant moment Sven Goran Eriksson revealed where he wished for his ashes to be spread, as he said he 'always thought it would be a great place to sleep'.

As Joe Biden disembarked Air Force One in the early hours of Tuesday morning in California last week, he was visibly shaking. The president had been awake almost 24 hours.

Sven-Goran Eriksson's children have paid tribute to their 'brave' father and thanked all those who created 'positive memories' with him during his illness.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces, backed by local militias, have successfully eliminated a senior Al-Shabaab commander and two of his fighters in a precision operation in western Middle Shabelle, officials confirmed.