Justice Dr. Jane Ansah today officially assumed office as Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, marking her first full day on duty and ushering in what many are calling a fresh chapter for Malawi’s leadership. Her arrival at the Office of the Vice President was met with optimism and quiet anticipation, symbolizing a new […] The post Jane Ansah Takes Charge: A New Dawn for Malawi’s Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

LIVE: Hamas has released the first seven Israeli hostages as part of a monumental ceasefire agreement with Israel.

The devastating war in Gaza has left the territory utterly shattered - with before-and-after images revealing a landscape almost unrecognisable after months of relentless bombardment.

The Duchess of Sussex said the visit to Fashion Week in the French capital was 'the culmination of many years of…friendship' with Pierpaolo Piccioli.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the Gaza peace deal and the release of hostages held for over two years. He lauded the families' courage and the peace efforts of President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. This development follows a devastating conflict initiated by Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, and Israel's subsequent military response.

TEHRAN – Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Zahra Behrouz-Azar is participating in the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women, being held on October 13 and 14 in Beijing, China.

TEHRAN - Ali Jalali, former secretary and board member of the Iranian Scientific Standards Association, has highlighted the importance of standards in sustainable development, public safety, and commercial transparency.

TEHRAN – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, recognized Iran’s strategic position in regional food production and agricultural innovation.

Ray Dalio, billionaire founder of Bridgewater Associates, warns the US is entering a 'civil war of some sort' amid debt and polarization. He likens the moment to the late 1930s.

The claim is the largest of its kind in English history, with the High Court previously told it is believed to be worth at least £6billion.

While Hamas has been instructed to hand over 28 bodies as part of the peace deal, it is expected to only hand over four this afternoon. Picture shows Hamas handing over bodies in February.

Lindsay Jo Rimer, 13, was last seen on November 7 1994 when she went to buy cornflakes from a shop in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire.

For 738 days all they saw of Evyatar David were images of his torture in the bowels of Gaza but today those who love him most finally saw a picture to make them smile.

Patrick Herminie has defeated Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan, securing 52.7% of the vote in recent elections Read Full Article at RT.com

Yulia Timoshenko has said she is optimistic about the end of hostilities, but without providing details Read Full Article at RT.com

The former Syrian leader and his family are safe and living in Moscow without any issues, the Russian foreign minister has said Read Full Article at RT.com

French forces have evacuated Madagascar’s president as soldiers back protests and a crisis escalates in the capital Read Full Article at RT.com

Pretoria has urged Madagascar’s authorities to open dialogue with protesters and avoid actions that risk escalating tensions Read Full Article at RT.com

A doctor who consumed methamphetamine outside work for about eight years has been sanctioned by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC) and barred from practising medicine in the country.Dr Leong Kok Cheong Darren will be de-registered as a doctor under Part I of the Register of Medical Practitioners, according to the disciplinary tribunal's grounds of decision published on Monday (Oct 13).To practise medicine in Singapore again, he will need to apply under Part II of the Register, which requires him to satisfy a list of conditions including submitting a letter of undertaking, practising under a supervising medical practitioner and attending drug rehabilitation for at least 12 months.According to the disciplinary ruling, Dr Leong has been a medical practitioner since April 2006. He was practising at the Changi General Hospital (CGH) in the Department of Sport & Exercise Medicine at the time of the offence.On June 11, Dr Leong pleaded guilty to a charge under the Medical Registration Act for improper conduct which brought disrepute to the medical profession. 

The police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of Zulfi Amzi Abdullah, a 9-year-old boy.In a news release on Monday (Oct 13) night, the police said that Zulfi was last seen in the vicinity of Block 48 Lower Delta Road at around 11.10am of the same day.Anyone with information is urged to contact the police hotline at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at police.gov.sg/i-witness.All information will be kept strictly confidential, said the police.[[nid:723311]]editor@asiaone.com

While North Bengal grappled with devastating floods and landslides, Kolkata hosted its dazzling Durga Puja carnival. This juxtaposition highlights Bengal's unique economic reality, where faith and commerce are intertwined, making the festival an essential annual stimulus for its creative industries and workforce.

Gascoigne, 58, has publicly battled alcohol addiction and mental health problems since concluding his storied football career over 20 years ago.

Police Scotland confirmed it is making inquiries after receiving a complaint about Claire Mackie-Brown, a councillor in Falkirk, after her appearance on STV last week.

East London Mosque barred any females over 12 from taking part in yesterday's 5km event, which was billed as 'inclusive' and 'family friendly' despite the gender bar.

Bar Kuperstein, 23, from Holon, was working at the Nova festival on October 7 when he was kidnapped by terrorists who launched an enormous assault, killing 378 and taking 44 people into Gaza .

All 20 living hostages have been released following the Donald Trump-brokered deal between Israel and Hamas, that aims to bring an end to the devastating two-year war in Gaza.

President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s Executive Order No. 01 of 2025, directing the relocation of key government institutions from Lilongwe to Blantyre and Zomba, has sparked mixed reactions — hailed by some as a move towards administrative efficiency, yet questioned by others as a glaring oversight of the Northern Region, particularly Mzuzu. According to the order […] The post Mutharika’s Relocation Order: Bold Step for Regional Balance or a Snub to the North? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Bar Kuperstein, 23, from Holon, was working at the Nova festival on October 7 when he was kidnapped by terrorists who launched an enormous assault, killing 378 and taking 44 people into Gaza .

Doctors warn that millions of Americans unknowingly practice daily habits that dramatically increase their stroke risk.

Punjab's AAP government launched a major flood relief operation, distributing compensation to farmers and affected families within 30 days of a special crop loss survey. The state is providing Rs 20,000 per acre for crop damage and increased compensation for damaged homes, with online management ensuring transparency and efficiency.

The Supreme Court ordered a CBI probe into the Karur stampede, supervised by a retired judge. Meanwhile, Donald Trump received a nomination for Israel's highest civilian honor amid ongoing hostage exchanges. In India, Tejashwi Yadav decried the IRCTC scam charges as political vendetta, while Mamata Banerjee faced criticism for her remarks on a gangrape incident.

[allAfrica] Geneva -- About 4 million people are now displaced across Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and neighbouring countries - about two-thirds more than five years ago - the UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency) regional head for West and Central Africa, said on Friday.

[allAfrica] While governments lifted restrictions and international attention moved elsewhere after some declared victory over the initial, acute phase of the Covid-19 pandemic, a significant portion of Covid-19 survivors continued to battle debilitating symptoms that had no name, no recognition, and no clear path to treatment.