NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has dismissed Russian military advances as moving at “snail speed” Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU should develop offensive cyber capabilities to deter perceived threats, the bloc’s tech chief Henna Virkkunen has told Politico Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU needs to build up its military to get ready for the looming great-power struggle, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has claimed Read Full Article at RT.com

French lawyers have filed a report against FM Jean-Noel Barrot over alleged false claims about UN rights expert Francesca Albanese Read Full Article at RT.com

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Dans le cadre du remaniement ministériel annoncé ce vendredi par le gouvernement de Moetai Brotherson, Samantha Bonet‑Tirao prend la tête du ministère de l’Éducation, de l’Enseignement supérieur et de la Culture. Elle succède à Ronny Teriipaia, démis de ses fonctions après près de trois ans à ce portefeuille.

The OHL's Oshawa Generals have apologized after asking fans to shower before attending games. The junior ice hockey team's director of ticket sales and service sent out on email this week asking fans to shower if they went to the gym «or did something that produced body odour.»

The SHe-Box portal received 254 sexual harassment complaints last year, with 296 filed since its August 2024 revamp. The portal aims to streamline reporting and monitoring of the POSH Act, with 105 of the 296 complaints already disposed of. Over 1,48,700 workplaces have been onboarded, and automated notifications ensure timely complaint resolution.

Kathua Police apprehended two individuals linked to a Pakistan-based drone drug smuggling ring. Approximately 150 grams of heroin were seized from the accused, who were reportedly in contact with a Pakistani smuggler via VoIP calls. The drugs were intended for distribution among local youth. Investigations are ongoing to dismantle the entire network.

BJP MLAs lauded Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's Rs 180 crore budget for the Amarnath Yatra, seeing it as a positive sign of Kashmir joining the national mainstream. Despite party criticism on other issues, legislators acknowledged this constructive decision, highlighting a perceived shift in the CM's stance on the pilgrimage, a move they felt deserved appreciation.

Bengaluru's GalaxEye has partnered with Nsil, a state-owned space company. Nsil will resell high-resolution OptoSAR data from GalaxEye's upcoming satellites. This collaboration marks the first time Nsil partners with a domestic private firm for satellite data distribution. GalaxEye's first satellite, Drishti, launches soon. The agreement covers the entire planned constellation, enabling Nsil to offer enhanced data services.

Renowned preacher Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has publicly commended President Peter Mutharika for what he described as a “strong and well-articulated” State of the Nation Address (SONA), saying the speech reflected a patriotic commitment to Malawi’s recovery and long-term development. In a statement released shortly after the address, Bushiri applauded the President’s focus on economic revival, […] The post Bushiri Praises Mutharika’s SONA, Calls for Action to Match Vision appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Jane Ansah has reaffirmed her full commitment to supporting President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s development agenda, saying the administration is determined to turn policy promises into real improvements in the lives of Malawians. Ansah made the remarks on Friday after attending the State Opening of Parliament, where President Mutharika delivered the 2026 State of […] The post Vice President Jane Ansah Pledges Full Support for President Mutharika’s Agenda appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the wave of high-profile arrests continues to sweep across the country, police have arrested former National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) chief executive officer Humphreys Mdyetseni and Anderson Mbozi, an engineer in the Department of Irrigation. National Police spokesperson Lael Chimtembo has confirmed the arrests, saying the two are facing charges linked to abuse of […] The post Arrest Galore: Police Nab Former NEEF Boss Mdyetseni, Irrigation Engineer appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A new Non-Governmental Organisation, the Sexual and Reproductive Justice Network (SEJUN), has been launched to promote inclusivity, dialogue, evidence-based advocacy, community empowerment, and policy influence in Malawi. SEJUN envisions a vibrant civil society driving sexual and reproductive justice and gender equality as a foundation for inclusive and sustainable national development. The network comprises 11 members […] The post Sexual and Reproductive Justice Network Launched appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[African Union] The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, this morning conferred with H.E. Évariste Ndayishimiye, President of the Republic of Burundi, on the margins of the 39th AU Summit at the AU Headquarters.

[New Times] As African leaders prepare to meet in Addis Ababa for the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Summit from February 14-15, observers say the crisis in eastern DR Congo may be among issues to be discussed as part of its long-term goal of silencing the guns on the continent.

Cruz Beckham released the music video for his new single For Your Love on Friday - as his family remain in the throes of a feud with Brooklyn.

Paul Page, who served between 1998 and 2004, has claimed that officers working for Andrew were 'not allowed' to know the names of the girls who visited him.

Initially, scientists suggested the ancient remains belonged to a man. However, experts have now managed to extract enough DNA from the bones to identify who they really belonged to.

Business leaders in Montego Bay are pressing the Government to commission a comprehensive study of the city’s rivers and drainage system after Hurricane Melissa left billions of dollars in damage last October. Countless businesses and homes in Westgreen and Catherine Hall were inundated, forcing costly clean-up efforts and disrupting jobs. Barnett Tech Park, a 48-acre hub for global services firms, was among the hardest hit, alongside retailers such as MegaMart and National Supply Limited.

EU is funding Ukraine’s military and should be allowed to join the US-backed peace talks, Polish FM Radoslaw Sikorski has said Read Full Article at RT.com

South Asian nation helds its first general election since the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Read Full Article at RT.com

British state broadcaster, the BBC, has announced plans to cut costs by around 10% over three years, citing financial pressures Read Full Article at RT.com

Emil Hrafn Steinsson, an officer in the Swedish Air Force, is half Icelandic and half Swedish. He is one of the 110 Swedish service members currently carrying out NATO air policing duties in Iceland.

After days of chaos, the government announced that Chris Wormald was standing down as Cabinet Secretary 'by mutual agreement'.

Lambeth's Labour group started a petition after City Hall cuts meant just two London police stations will have 24-hour front desks.

Igor Tudor has reached an agreement to become Tottenham's new manager.

This is the moment a jihadist caught plotting a gun attack on Jewish targets which police say could have been Britain's 'worst ever' terrorist atrocity pledges allegiance to ISIS, saying they are 'real Muslims'.

The influencer, 43, announced the sad death of John, 64, this week, revealing her had passed away holding her hand after his battle with adrenal cancer .

Students from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) will be counselled after a video showing them creating a mess during a Chinese New Year celebration on Wednesday (Feb 11) went viral. The video, shared on TikTok on Thursday, shows the university students at a residential hall shouting while tossing and throwing yusheng at one another. Yusheng is a salad traditionally eaten during the Lunar New Year to symbolise abundance and prosperity. The dish involves tossing shredded ingredients into the air in a celebratory act known as lohei, but it does not involve throwing the food at one another. According to the post caption, the celebration is believed to have involved students staying at the school's halls 3, 12, 13, and 16. Responding to queries from AsiaOne, an NTU spokesperson said the university is aware of the incident and will be counselling the students involved regarding their behaviour and the importance of avoiding food wastage at future events. 

The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) has taken steps to enable congregants to have a meaningful Ramadan experience this year by enhancing prayer capacity. This year, Ramadan will begin at sunset on Feb 18 and end on Mar 20. Ramadan is a holy month of fasting, prayer and reflection for Muslims. During this period, they abstain from food, drink, and other indulgences during the daylight hours. The period of fasting concludes with the celebration of Hari Raya Puasa. In an announcement on Friday (Feb 13), Muis said that mosques will provide a total of 110,000 prayer spaces each night for tarawih prayers, with dedicated spaces available for female congregants. Tarawih is a nightly prayer performed during Ramadan.