Some partnerships are written in official agreements. Others are shaped on verandas, during late-night fishing trips, over shared bottles of wine — and, sometimes, a forbidden bottle of cognac. In the early days of Vanuatu’s Independence, a network of friendships…

Vanuatu has joined a growing international movement to improve the wellbeing of judges and court workers, with the official launch of a Judicial Wellbeing Proposal in Port Vila yesterday.

President of the Republic of Vanuatu, Nikenike Vurobaravu, is set to undertake a major official tour across the island of Tanna from 2 to 11 August.

Former Member of Parliament (MP) Christophe Emelee has raised serious concerns over the misuse of public funds, claiming that many political appointees are receiving full salaries without showing up for work.

The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management, through the Department of Customs and Inland Revenue (DCIR), is preparing to roll out the new Vanuatu Sales Monitoring System (VSMS) to improve Value Added Tax (VAT) collection nationwide. The system will be…

The St Elizabeth police are investigating the death of a farmer whose body was found pinned beneath a fallen tree limb in Balaclava on Saturday. He has been identified as 32-year-old Ricaldo Samuels of New Town district in the parish. Passersby...

One man is dead and two others injured following a shooting in Galina, St Mary, early Sunday morning. The deceased has been identified as 49-year-old Rudolph Beckford, a truck driver of a Galina address. A 35-year-old bartender and a 52-year-old...

A St Catherine man who was stabbed on Friday by another man with whom he reportedly had a dispute has died He has been identified as Damion Lawrence, otherwise called 'Trainer', of a Portmore address. Reports are that about 6:15 p.m., Lawrence...

Addis Ababa (HOL) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Sunday to participate in the United Nations Global Food Security Summit.

TEHRAN – Iran and Iraq counter-narcotics police have discussed ways to enhance their cooperation in the fight against narcotics, particularly during the Arbaeen pilgrimage.

TEHRAN – Four Iranian students clinched three gold medals and a silver medal at the 36th International Biology Olympiad (IBO 2025), ranking second among 81 countries, up from third in 2024.

TEHRAN – A total of 123 earthquakes were recorded across the country in a week from June 19 to July 25, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

TEHRAN – Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi has called on the global community to make an immediate intervention to end the humanitarian crises in Gaza and help rescue civilians.

BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized Rahul Gandhi's attacks on the Election Commission, likening them to Indira Gandhi's Emergency-era mindset. Trivedi accused Gandhi of only accepting election results when Congress wins, questioning his inconsistent stance. He defended the EC's efforts to ensure transparent electoral rolls, alleging the INDIA bloc is undermining democracy due to demographic changes.

The Israeli military on Sunday began a limited pause in fighting in three populated areas of Gaza as concerns grow over surging hunger. Israel is also facing international criticism over its conduct in the 21-month war. The military said the “...

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness and Opposition Leader Mark Golding on Sunday led national tributes to Don Wehby, the former GraceKennedy Group Chief Executive Officer, hailing him as a visionary leader whose legacy straddles the worlds of...

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At the SCO summit, Iran laid the groundwork for a Eurasian security bloc – and the West panicked Read Full Article at RT.com

Mobile phone theft claims in the UK have surged over 400% in just five years, according to new data Read Full Article at RT.com

The FBI deputy director has hinted at disturbing internal revelations amid tension over the Epstein files Read Full Article at RT.com

The recent cross-border escalation has resulted in over 30 deaths Read Full Article at RT.com

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized India's need to become powerful and economically strong to gain global respect, advocating for the preservation of national identity by using «Bharat» without translation. He highlighted that true education should promote sacrifice and societal contribution, extending beyond schooling to encompass the home and community environment. Bhagwat urged focus on raising responsible future generations.

Backfilling works at the sinkhole along Tanjong Katong Road South have been ongoing since Sunday afternoon (July 27), after a car that fell into the three metre-deep cavity on Saturday evening was lifted out at around 2pm. Member of Parliament for Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC Goh Pei Ming told reporters during a second visit to the site on Sunday that works are “progressing on track well”.Goh also said that backfilling works are ongoing to fill any cavities around the walls of the sinkhole with “a kind of soil stabiliser”. AsiaOne observed that a truck-mounted concrete pump has been deployed since operations transited to the backfilling phase. A consistent stream of cement mixers were also seen at the work area, working in tandem with the truck. 

Russia will continue outfitting its Navy with the most advanced equipment and raising the combat preparedness of its personnel, the Russian president said

The exercise brought together over 15,000 naval personnel, more than 150 combat ships and vessels, 120 aircraft, 950 items of military and special hardware and 10 coastal defense missile systems

The Russian president once again congratulated sailors on Navy Day

Earlier in the day, the Israel Defense Forces announced a pause in military activity in several Gaza areas to ease the humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian enclave

The Election Commission of India (ECI) revealed significant discrepancies in Bihar's electoral rolls following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Over 65 lakh voters, representing 8.3% of the electorate, were identified as deceased, permanently shifted, untraceable, or registered at multiple locations.

S. Krishnan has been elected as the new President of the IAS Central Association during the General Body Meeting held in New Delhi on July 26, 2025. The newly elected Executive Committee includes Vice Presidents Sriram Taranikanti and A Anbarasu, along with Kunal as Secretary and Aditi Singh as Treasurer.

Opposition parties have voiced concerns regarding the transparency of the electoral process, particularly focusing on EVMs and voter data. Prime Minister Modi commemorated the 1,000th birth anniversary of Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I in Tamil Nadu. In sports news, Shubman Gill achieved a milestone as the first Asian batter to surpass 700 runs in an England Test series.

The Thackeray cousins, Uddhav and Raj, are exploring a reunion amidst shifting political dynamics in Maharashtra, particularly with the upcoming BMC elections. Both leaders, facing challenges to their political relevance, aim to consolidate their support base. This alliance could reshape the political landscape, especially with a weakened Shinde faction and potential realignments within the NDA.