Malawi’s Political Science Association has warned that grassroots endorsements pushing Lazarus Chakwera to stand again as the Malawi Congress Party’s presidential candidate in 2030 risk sidelining other capable figures within the party, potentially undermining internal democracy before the race has even properly begun. The Association’s spokesperson, Mavuto Bamusi, issued the caution after MCP’s District Chairperson […] The post Political scientists warn MCP’s early endorsement of Chakwera for 2030 could freeze out rival talent appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Rahul Gandhi’s political style has taken a more combative turn, with the Congress leader increasingly combining Gen Z outreach, parliamentary interventions and surprise street protests. From Bharat Jodo and Chhatron Ki Goonj to student protests and dharnas, the story looks at how Rahul is trying to stay with issues longer, while also navigating criticism.

A GetGo rental car driven by a 26-year-old man crashed into a section of the fencing of a road divider on Sunday (Aug 23) at about 8.05pm on Tampines Concourse towards Tampines Central 1.Photographs of the accident shared in a motoring chat group show the car, which has the GetGo livery on its doors, with significant damage to its front bumper and front right wheel axle.A section of the fencing could be seen underneath the car. The visibly damaged GetGo car is seen stopped on the road divider along Tampines Course. PHOTO: Social media In response to AsiaOne's queries the police stated that no injuries were reported.The driver is assisting with ongoing investigations.[[nid:743436]]editor@asiaone.com 

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) is investigating the Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Capsule Cream, following reports that it may contain a prohibited ingredient.HSA is working with three companies marketing the product to suspend sales and recall the product while investigations are underway.The product first came under the spotlight on Jul 24, when Hong Kong Customs warned members of the public against using the cream and appealed to merchants to remove it from their shelves.The cream is suspected of containing the prohibited Sudan Red dye, according to Hong Kong Customs. Sudan Red dyes have been linked to potential carcinogenic and allergenic effects.Medicube has emerged as one of South Korea's most recognisable skincare brands in recent years, gaining a strong international following through social media platforms. The Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Capsule Cream is one of the brand's most viral products. Marketed as containing PDRN, an ingredient derived from salmon DNA, and collagen, the cream is widely available on e-commerce platforms and has built a substantial following among K-beauty fans worldwide.

Singapore has urged the Israeli government to stop plans for expanding settlements in the West Bank, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Monday (Aug 24).«Israeli settlements in the West Bank are illegal under international law,» the MFA spokesperson said, adding that the construction would «further fragment» the West Bank and «severely undermine» the possibility of a two-state solution.West Bank refers to a territory just west of the Jordan River, that is divided between Israel and the Palestinian Authority.The landlocked territory consists of over 3.3 million Palestinians and more than 500,000 Israeli settlers.Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had said in September last year that the West Bank «belongs to [them]» during a ceremony where he signed an agreement to expand settlements in an area known as E1, Bloomberg reported.On Aug 18, the Israeli government issued a tender for the construction of seven residential compounds housing 1,234 units in E1, The Times of Israel reported.

Russian military outlet Zvezda TV has unveiled a man-portable laser system designed to disable mines Read Full Article at RT.com

The UAE joined seven Muslim nations in condemning Israel’s E1 settlement plan, signaling that Arab normalization has clear political limits Read Full Article at RT.com

Colombian mercenaries told RT that recruiters enticed them to fight for Ukraine with promises that quickly evaporated on the battlefield Read Full Article at RT.com

Two men have been arrested over the murder of former world boxing champion Zolani Tete in South Africa Read Full Article at RT.com

Aircraft and drones from Sudan carried out strikes more than 100km inside Chad’s territory, the army said Read Full Article at RT.com

PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough died on Saturday when a Volkswagen Passat travelling the wrong way down the A66 crashed head-on into their police car.

There is something fitting about the fact that Prophet Amos Kambale’s ministry began not in a church, but in a lecture hall. Ten years on, the architecture graduate who once studied blueprints now oversees a spiritual structure of his own — Life International Church, known across Lilongwe and beyond as simply “The Solution Centre.” The […] The post Prophet Kambale’s 10-year journey of obedience: The story of Life International Church appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

UTM Vice President Dr Mathews Mtumbuka has hit back furiously at former Vice-President Khumbo Kachali after his cheeky “2060” jab at party leader Dalitso Kabambe, dismissing the remark as either “a pure (insensitive) joke” or “a senior moment” — or possibly both. The sharp rebuke comes after Kachali left crowds at the Livingstonia Synod elective […] The post ‘Back to sender!’ UTM’s Mtumbuka fires back at Kachali’s “2060” jibe in blistering response appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A staggering K1.1 trillion damages claim brought by the defunct Finance Bank of Malawi (FBM) came under intense scrutiny in Blantyre today, as Attorney General Frank Mbeta subjected the bank’s key financial witness to a gruelling cross-examination before High Court and Supreme Court Assistant Registrar Ibrahim Hussein. The high-stakes assessment centres on FBM’s colossal compensation […] The post AG  Mbeta rips into Finance Bank’s K1.1trillion damages claim over “compromised” calculations appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The human cost of conflict is immense. Global headlines document the devastating consequences in the Middle East and territories, Sudan, the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Sahel, and beyond. It is a significant cost in terms of both lives lost and harmed, particularly for children, and communities fragmented. In 2025 alone, at least […] The post Build Markets and Build Resilience: The Paradigm Shift to Build Economies and Save Lives Across Africa appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

William F. Baker and his wife have owned Henry Island for the past 35 years, but now at 84 years old he is considering selling the nearly 90-hectare island that is only reachable by boat.

All signs point to the provincial election campaign officially kicking off this week. Here’s a breakdown of what’s at stake, what you should know about the main party leaders and some key issues that could surface during the campaign.

The man accused of killing a six-year-old boy while driving impaired in St. John’s last month was involved in a separate crash two days earlier, CBC News has learned. While he was wanted on an outstanding warrant, police did not make an arrest at the scene.

Mary Rose Blackduck was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a rare nervous system disease that leads to damaged muscles. The typical life expectancy after diagnosis is two to five years.

Privacy experts are raising concerns after a Winnipeg bar flagged a woman as a nationwide public safety concern through its ID scanning system, which led to her being denied entry to a Calgary Stampede venue in July.

An earthquake swarm northwest of Reykjanestá began shortly after 4 a.m. last night. Around 50 earthquakes have been recorded, with the largest measuring magnitude 2.6.

[allAfrica] Across Africa, the decisive economic contest lies between raw material and finished product. For cotton, it is the distance from fibre to fabric. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, it is the distance from mineral and hydropower wealth to electricity, industrial capacity and productive work. The sectors differ, but the development question is the same: who captures the value created between extraction and the final product?

TEHRAN – The fourth National Youth Population Award is set to be held on November 15, with the aim of strengthening the institution of the family, advancing effective demographic policies and initiatives, and encouraging greater public participation in implementing the Youth Population Law.