Saudi Arabia’s Abqaiq complex has reportedly been damaged in a drone strike with satellite imagery showing smoke and scorched facilities Read Full Article at RT.com
There have been plenty of smiles at BBC Breakfast recently, mainly on the faces of the programme's editor Richard Frediani and his 'boys' club' - since they learned that Naga Munchetty was leaving.
US forces intercepted a surprise ballistic missile attack from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as tensions continued to escalate between America and Iran.
Après plusieurs jours de tensions politiques, le président de la Polynésie se veut-il plus conciliant ? Alors que le Tapura renonce, pour l'instant, à une motion de défiance, Moetai Brotherson assure être « ouvert à la discussion » avec tous les groupes avant l'examen du collectif budgétaire n°3.
Union minister Bhagirath Choudhary and MP Lumba Ram received central scheme aid. Choudhary has since refunded the subsidy to the National Horticulture Board. The government informed Parliament about these financial assistance instances. Existing scheme guidelines lack specific conflict of interest provisions. All eligible applicants are treated equally under the transparent NHB mechanism.
DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran demanded NEET be scrapped in Lok Sabha. He argued the proposed paper leak law amendment misses the core issue. Maran highlighted DMK and Tamil Nadu's long-standing opposition to the medical entrance exam. He also raised concerns about Meta smart glasses recording protesting students. Maran mentioned issues with WhatsApp broadcast limits for MPs and a removed Facebook post.
For more than two years, Cameron and Sue Evans carved out an idyllic life as expat retirees in the tiny rural hamlet of Fuente del Albarico, 230 miles east of Malaga in southern Spain.
What happened when Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post on Monday that showed a guillotine, along with the disgusting phrase: 'We're only making plans for Nigel'? Nothing.
Mr Polanski, 43, said he made an 'inadvertent mistake' but will not apologise for the post, which he shared to his 713,000 followers on Instagram on Monday.
The incident is said to have happened to two girls, both in their late teens, in an alleyway between Edward Street and Topping Street on July 25, 2026.
Hau-Yu Tam, cabinet member at Lewisham Council, shared a map on her social media accounts showing the precise location of a Met Police van using facial recognition technology.
A total of eight men, aged between 36 and 70, will be charged in court on Wednesday (July 29) for their alleged involvement in separate cases of molest.The cases took place between June 2025 and June 2026, the police said in a news release on Tuesday night.Among the cases, the youngest victim was a 16-year-old girl who was molested by a 33-year-old man along Farrer Park Station Road on Feb 8.Police said the matter was promptly reported to them and they established the man's identity and later arrested him.He will be charged with two counts of outrage of modesty and two counts of uttering words and exhibiting an object intended to insult the modesty of any person. Another case involved a 70-year-old man who allegedly molested a 54-year-old woman in the vicinity of Marina Boulevard on June 22, 2025.According to the police, he was identified through follow-up investigations and will be charged with three counts of outage of modesty, and one count of exhibiting an object intended to insult the modesty of any person.
The Centre has released its seventh draft notification for ecologically sensitive areas. This proposal aims to protect 56,825 sq km across six Indian states. States have raised objections, primarily Kerala, citing livelihood concerns. The draft allows for phased implementation, potentially speeding up the process. This initiative follows previous attempts since 2011 to conserve the fragile region.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged government ministries to remain youthful and forward-looking. He stressed the need for young entrepreneurs' active participation in key sectors. Officials were asked to devise industry-aligned courses for emerging sector skills. Proactive communication is vital to counter misinformation on major national initiatives. Citizens must remain at the center of all policy decisions and governance reforms.
Rajya Sabha adjourned for the day amid opposition protests demanding a statement. MPs demanded Union Home Minister Amit Shah explain police action against demonstrators. The House was first adjourned within minutes of assembling at 11 am. Later, legislative business was attempted while opposition MPs continued their sloganeering. The Deputy Chairperson adjourned the House till Wednesday as protests persisted.
The government has capped sugar stock at 400 tonnes per dealer. Dealers must liquidate excess stock by August 1 and sell within thirty days. This measure aims to prevent hoarding and stabilize sugar prices. The essential commodities act was invoked to impose these restrictions. Sugar exports have also been banned amid monsoon deficit forecasts.
India has condemned Pakistan's legislative assembly elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The Ministry of External Affairs called the polls a cosmetic exercise to hide illegal occupation. India reiterated its firm stance that the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. The spokesperson highlighted Pakistan's promotion of terrorism and religious fundamentalism. This stance questions Pakistan's claims to any pluralistic cultural legacy.
Regional Governor Yury Slyusar noted that the wounded person is under the required medical care
Audio of Joe Biden's interviews with a ghostwriter in 2016 and 2017 show him referencing classified materials and occasionally struggling to recall details.
Seven civilians were reported to sustain wounds
Deputy Secretary of Russia’s Security Council Alexander Maslennikov emphasized that this is an attempt to destabilize small businesses
Alyona Arshinova stated that this decision once again proves that the Moldovan judicial system is completely corrupt and unconditionally serves the interests of Maia Sandu's Western patrons
Vladimir Zelensky and Benjamin Netanyahu are in Washington to honor Lindsey Graham – and to squeeze more support out of Donald Trump Read Full Article at RT.com
President Donald Trump hosted Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky in the Oval Office on Tuesday, with US officials sharing no details Read Full Article at RT.com
Iran has launched multiple ballistic missiles at US forces in the Middle East in what CENTCOM described as an attempted “surprise attack” Read Full Article at RT.com
Six men will be charged in court on Wednesday (July 29) with the offence of rioting after an alleged fight in Yishun which left a man unconscious.A total of seven men, aged between 18 and 33, were arrested for their alleged involvement.The incident happened at about 8pm last Friday at Block 243 Yishun Ring Road, and the men were arrested between July 25 and 28.Police said in an earlier statement that they found a 48-year-old man at the carpark near the block with head and body injuries. He was taken unconscious to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. In an updated statement on Tuesday evening, police said that officers from Woodlands Police Division, Criminal Investigation Department and Police Intelligence Department established the identities of the seven persons through follow-up investigations and with the aid of images from police cameras.If found guilty of the said offence, the six could be jailed for up to seven years and caned.Police investigations into the remaining 33-year-old man is ongoing.
A video of two construction workers lending a helping hand to a personal mobility aid (PMA) user stranded at a grass patch has warmed hearts online.The moment was shared by Facebook user Kance Kai Hua Liong on Monday (July 27), who commended the workers for their «great spirit».The 54-second clip shows the male PMA user on a grass patch lining a pedestrian footpath. He appears to have accidentally rolled onto the patch and got stuck there.It is not known where and when the incident occurred.The video, which was filmed from across the road, zooms in to two migrant workers approaching the PMA user.Positioning themselves on both sides of the PMA, they slowly heave the device and the man backwards.In the span of about 20 seconds, the workers manage to move the PMA and its user back onto the footpath.The rescued man appears to talk briefly to the workers before riding away.Kai's video has since attained over 15,000 views and 400 likes.Netizens applauded the construction workers for rendering assistance.«Thanks to our daily heroes,» a Facebook user remarked.
A woman surprised her domestic helper with a movie experience under the guise of going grocery shopping.TikTok user fateyma_khan_ shared in a video on Monday (July 27) about how she pulled off the act, explaining that it was «just a small way to express my gratitude to (my helper)».The clip starts with Fateyma and her helper discussing a grocery list to purchase at a FairPrice further away from their house.Seated in what appears to be an LRT carriage, the helper leans forward to ask whether the supermarket outlet at Choa Chu Kang is larger.Fateyma subsequently films them walking into Lot One Shoppers' Mall, which has a FairPrice outlet as well as a movie theatre.In another clip, the helper, Fateyma and Fateyma's grandmother are seen approaching the cinema. «Aunty, do you know why we are here?» Fateyma asks as she holds out three movie tickets.«This is your ticket to see Vijay's last movie.» Visibly overjoyed, the helper hugs both women while thanking them for the surprise.
Innovators from Malawi’s top agricultural university have urged smallholder farmers to adopt modern farming technology following their success at an international innovation contest. Students from the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) secured second place at the China-Africa Innovation Challenge in Nairobi, Kenya, with a project focused on small-scale, technology-driven farming. The initiative, […] The post Malawi’s quiet agricultural revolution: Inside the LUANAR innovations hoping to reshape the country’s food future appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
WAFCON debutants Malawi produced a sensational upset in Rabat, beating defending champions Nigeria 3-2 in a dramatic Group C opener. Two goals from Temwa Chawinga and a strike from captain Tabitha Chawinga saw the Scorchers secure a famous victory over the 10-time African champions at the Al Madina Stadium. Coach Lovemore Fazili’s side executed a […] The post Malawi stun 10-time champions Nigeria in five-goal WAFCON thriller appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
The Supreme Court has ordered the Bihar government to stop filling historic ponds in Darbhanga. This action follows allegations that the state is filling water bodies for public amenities. The court warned the state not to touch the ponds without its explicit approval. The project aimed to beautify and rejuvenate Gangasagar, Digghi, and Harahi Lake. The Supreme Court directed the government to ensure the ponds' areas remain intact.
India and Nepal have initiated a new era of rail connectivity. The first direct commercial container freight train arrived in Nepal last week. This new service is expected to significantly reduce transit times and logistics costs. The achievement builds upon the broad-gauge rail link inaugurated in June 2023. Direct freight movement to Biratnagar has now become operational, boosting bilateral trade.
BJP and allies defended the government's handling of student protests and paper leaks. They asserted that the youth trust Prime Minister Modi's commitment to reforms. Opposition leaders were criticized for using students for political gains and spreading cynicism. The government highlighted its efforts to reform the education system and address concerns. Measures were taken to clean the examination system after incidents occurred.
The CBI has filed a chargesheet against thirteen individuals in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. These accused include three NTA subject experts and several middlemen involved in question distribution. The agency's investigation confirmed the circulation of leaked questions prior to the examination date. Digital forensics and expert opinions corroborated the accused's involvement in the paper leak. Further investigation is ongoing, with a supplementary chargesheet anticipated soon.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey plans to disclose information about a UK-registered company. He will reveal which Indian politician is a director in Backops Limited. Dubey stated that Brian Lovegrove and Ulrik McKnight are linked to this company. These individuals are associated with numerous companies and TV channels registered at one address. The MP will present these findings inside Parliament soon.
