Malawi’s inflation rate has gone down slightly, but for many people, life still feels just as hard. New figures from the National Statistical Office show that inflation in January 2026 dropped to 24.9 percent, from 26 percent in December. This means prices are still rising, but at a slower speed than before. The main reason […] The post Inflation Is Lower — So Why Is Life Still So Hard? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Four persons were taken to hospital after an accident in River Valley on Saturday (Feb 14) afternoon.The accident happened at about 12pm along Martin Road, after the junction of Martin Road and Kim Yan Road — outside the Singapore Buddhist Lodge.  A car overturned along Martin Place, in vicinity of the Singapore Buddhist Lodge, on Saturday (Feb 13) afternoon. PHOTO: Google Maps A video posted on social media by user Gillian shows two Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) fire engines at the scene, with several firefighters seen near the front passenger door of an overturned car.Another photo of the accident posted on its Facebook page by SG Road Vigilante shows a SCDF paramedic kneeling next to the said door.

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UTM president Dalitso Kabambe has challenged the government to move beyond policy pledges and start delivering tangible economic results, arguing that Malawians are no longer inspired by promises but by outcomes they can actually feel in their daily lives. Kabambe was responding to the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on Friday by […] The post Kabambe Challenges Mutharika to Deliver Results, Not Rhetoric appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

An aspiring presidential candidate for the 2030 general elections, Jani Grey Kasunda, has launched a scathing attack on President Peter Mutharika, accusing him of preaching a war on corruption while presiding over a government deeply entangled in it. Kasunda was reacting to Mutharika’s 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA), in which the President once […] The post “Empty Rhetoric”: Kasunda Slams Mutharika for Preaching Anti-Corruption While Shielding Compromised Ministers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Media Network on Tobacco (MNT) has expressed serious concern over what it describes as persistently low levels of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by tobacco buying companies, calling on the firms to take concrete action to support farmers and surrounding communities. MNT President Alfred Chauwa raised the concerns during an interface meeting with journalists, where […] The post MNT Concerned Over Low CSR Levels Among Tobacco Buying Companies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Peter Mutharika used his 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) to project an image of a government embracing digitalisation as part of Malawi’s development agenda. From digital dashboards to online public services, the address signalled an awareness that technology is no longer optional in modern governance. But beneath the surface, the digital commitments […] The post ANALYSIS | Malawi Needs a Real Digital and AI Strategy, Not Just Online Forms appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasized that judicial leadership thrives on acknowledging imperfections and embracing continuous growth, not on feigning flawlessness. He advocated for a radical redefinition of judicial leadership, proposing a Commonwealth Apex Body to unify judicial education, the Bar, and the bench across member nations.

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticized PM Modi for visiting Assam instead of Manipur, which has been experiencing unrest. Khera shared mock flight tickets from Guwahati to Imphal, urging the PM to visit the troubled state. This comes as Manipur faces renewed tensions and violent protests.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for acknowledging their election victory, expressing eagerness to work with India. PM Modi congratulated BNP leader Tarique Rahman on the party's decisive win, which secured a two-thirds majority and signals a move towards political stability in Bangladesh.

As President Trump tightens the screw with a strict oil embargo, it could very soon collapse altogether, bringing down with it hardline communist gerontocracy.

In the early hours of November 25, 2004, a Gulfstream IV executive jet touched down in Rotterdam. On board were a crew of three, and a solitary male passenger, the Daily Mail can reveal.

Siobhan Whyte's last words to her dying daughter Rhiannon were both tender and defiant. 'I will always love you,' she said.

It was only when he saw this seemingly altruistic moneyman a second time that Carl realised he was not only driving commuters and tourists over the border into the UK, but dozens of asylum seekers.

Matt Weston dominated the rest of the field to win a superb skeleton gold at the Winter Olympics to end Team GB's long wait for a medal in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo.

If you are looking to round up the Chinese New Year festivities with a strong gallop, this may be your chance.This year's Toto Hong Bao draw will be held on Friday (Feb 27), with an estimated $12 million jackpot.The draw will take place at 9.30pm at Singapore Pools' headquarters at Middle Road.Punters can purchase $10 and $20 packs at all outlets from 6.10pm on Feb 23.The recent Reunion Draw on Feb 13 saw one winning share hit the jackpot with a windfall of $6,188,268.Last year's $12.6 million Hong Bao jackpot was split among three winning shares.Remember, game responsibly. [[nid:729906]]editor@asiaone.com 

The Munich Security Conference should denounce Ukraine over “terrorism” rather than debate assistance to Kiev, Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said soldiers will be deployed to combat organized crime Read Full Article at RT.com

Three people were taken to hospital after a fire broke out at a HDB flat in Punggol involving a personal mobility aid (PMA) on Friday (Feb 13).Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the fire at Block 326C Sumang Walk at about 7.05am, and that it was extinguished using a water jet.Preliminary findings indicate that the fire had likely originated from a PMA and involved contents in the living room of a 16th floor unit.Three persons were assessed for smoke inhalation and taken to Singapore General Hospital.According to annual statistics released by the SCDF on Feb 11, the overall number of fires increased by 3 per cent, from 1,990 cases in 2024 to 2,050 in 2025.Fires at residential and non-residential premises also rose by 8.6 per cent, from 968 cases in 2024 to 1,051 in 2025.

The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link reached a different sort of milestone on Thursday (Feb 12), with the passing of the RTS Link Bill 2026 in the Malaysian Parliament.Speaking at the end of the Bill’s debate on Thursday, Malaysian Deputy Home Affairs Minister Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah assured MPs that Malaysian law enforcement personnel stationed in Singapore will be immune from court prosecution for actions carried out in the course of their official duties.He emphasised that the Bill has three key areas: strengthening the legal framework around cross-border train operations, complementing existing laws, and safeguarding Malaysia’s sovereignty and security — including Malaysian law enforcement officers on duty in Singapore."An officer from Malaysia stationed at the Woodlands North station cannot be prosecuted for actions undertaken as part of his or her official functions.

A 14-year-old was taken to hospital on Friday (Feb 13) night after he was knocked down by a car in Hougang.The accident happened at about 10.50pm along Hougang Avenue 4, towards Serangoon Road. Passers-by reported seeing at least two Traffic Police expressway patrol cars and a crime scene investigation van at the scene at around 1am. In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police said that the accident involved the 14-year-old pedestrian and a car driven by a 33-year-old male driver.The boy was taken to the hospital and the driver is assisting with investigations.Police investigations are ongoing.In the first half of 2025, the number of traffic accidents resulting in injuries and fatalities increased by 8.9 per cent to 3,818 cases, up from 3,507 in the same period in 2024.To curb speeding violations and speeding-related incidents, stiffer penalties came into effect from Jan 1 this year.

US prosecutors allege that Nikhil Gupta was directed by an Indian government official to kill a Sikh separatist in the country Read Full Article at RT.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Assam for a day-long visit, commencing with an aerial display by the Indian Air Force. He is set to inaugurate the Kumar Bhaskar Varma Setu, the first extradosed bridge in Northeast India, and the temporary campus of IIM Guwahati.

Rahul Gandhi slammed the India-US trade deal, calling PM Modi 'Narendra Surrender Modi' and warning of harm to cotton farmers and textile exporters. He alleged a trap where India faces an 18% tariff on garments while Bangladesh gets 0% by importing US cotton, potentially hurting Indian farmers. Minister Piyush Goyal refuted these claims, stating farmers' interests are protected.

WESTERN BUREAU: Deputy Superintendent of Police Roderick Reid, the acting operations officer for the St James Police Division, is urging the councillors at the St James Municipal Corporation (StJMC) to play their part in engaging the residents of their divisions in a bid to reduce the parish’s crime rate, particularly murders. Reid made the appeal while addressing Thursday’s monthly meeting of the StJMC, where he reported that St James has recorded nine murders since the start of 2026. He also noted that eight illegal firearms had been seized in the division to date.

WESTERN BUREAU: The St James Municipal Corporation (StJMC) on Thursday passed a resolution during its monthly meeting to erect a statue of the late reggae icon James ‘Jimmy Cliff’ Chambers at the entrance to Jimmy Cliff Boulevard in downtown Montego Bay. The resolution, which will be sent to the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport for review, was presented and unanimously approved by the councillors in attendance.

Western Bureau: It has been more than three months since Hurricane Melissa devastated western Jamaica, but the impact is still being felt in the region with some families in Hanover, whose homes were destroyed, still being housed in shelters. Speaking at Thursday’s monthly meeting of the Hanover Municipal Corporation (HMC), Lucea Deputy Mayor Andria Dehaney-Grant said approximately 20 persons were still occupying shelters across the parish as they have no homes to return to because of the impact of the hurricane.