[Nyasa Times] The Senior Resident Magistrate's Court in Lilongwe has issued a search warrant authorising Malawi Police to search the residence of former President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera over allegations that he is unlawfully keeping four State-owned security dogs.

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- A new fossil discovered at Woranso-Mille, Ethiopia, has revealed that Lucy's species co-existed with another relative species, Arizona State University researcher Yohannes Haile-Selassie reveled today.

[Daba Finance] Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau have detained President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and halted the announcement of last weekend's election results, saying the vote should be annulled. A group of officers identifying themselves as the High Military Command for the Restoration of National Security and Public Order said on state television that they had taken control of the country, suspended state institutions and closed national borders. A night-time curfew was also imposed.

Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has deployed an additional crisis response team to Hat Yai to support officers from the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok, which is reaching out to Singaporeans affected by the floods, said Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan.The embassy had earlier arranged for airport transfer for Singaporeans from Fort Senanarong in Central Hat Yai to Hat Yai International Airport as ground conditions improved on Thursday (Nov 27). In a Facebook post on the same day, Dr Balakrishnan acknowledged the assistance of Thai authorities.«Conditions have begun to improve in some parts of Hat Yai. With the help of the Thai authorities and our team on the ground, some Singaporeans have already been able to move to safety or make their way to the airport,» he said.He added that MFA will continue «to do everything» to ensure that affected Singaporeans will receive the assistance they need.

A 57-year-old man was arrested on Thursday (Nov 27) for his suspected involvement in a case of snatch theft in Bedok.In a statement on the same day, the police said that they received a report of a case of snatch theft along Bedok North Street 2 at about 1.20 am.«An unknown man had purportedly snatched a sling bag from a female victim.»The man subsequently ran away and the victim sustained minor injuries," the police said.Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from police cameras, police identified the man and arrested him — within 11 hours of the report being made.Cash amounting to $137 and the sling bag were recovered from the man, who will be charged in court on Nov 28 with the offence of snatch theft.If found guilty of the offence, he may be jailed for up to seven years and shall also be liable to caning.In a stern warning to would-be perpetrators, the police said they will not tolerate such brazen acts of crime and will spare no effort to apprehend such offenders and deal with them in accordance with the law.

A Singaporean was arrested in Myanmar for his alleged connection to an international scam syndicate.He was among the 156 foreign nationals nabbed in a raid on gambling and fraud hub Shwe Kokko, according to the government-owned newspaper The Global New Light of Myanmar.He was allegedly part of an online scam and gambling syndicate operating there, and was in hiding after committing offences in neighbouring countries, including Thailand.Responding to AsiaOne’s queries, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said that they are aware of the media report, and are in contact with the Myanmar authorities to render assistance.The others arrested included 65 Chinese nationals, 20 Indians, 13 Kenyans, eight Vietnamese, eight Burundians, seven Filipinos, six Ugandans, five Thais, four Ethiopians, three Nigerians, two Rwandans, a Nepali, a Zimbabwean, a Kazakh, an Uzbek, a Beninese, a Togolese and a Malaysian.Located on the Thai-Myanmar border, Shwe Kokko has been under the spotlight as a fertile ground for scam hubs which are staffed by thousands of willing workers and people trafficked from abroad.

[New Times] Relying solely on public funding or foreign aid is no longer sufficient to meet Africa's growing needs, African ministers and investors have said, calling for more private investment to close the continent's infrastructure gaps.

A day after police raided the home of Malawi’s 6th President, Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, shockwaves continue to ripple across the political landscape, deepening fear and uncertainty within the opposition Malawi Congress Party (MCP). Senior party figures say the operation—carried out without clear documentation—has left many wondering who might be next. While the official explanation links […] The post Tension Rises After Raid on Chakwera Home as DPP Insiders Hint at Possible Move Against Former Minister Mumba appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Assam Assembly has passed the Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025, banning polygamous marriages across most of the state and imposing penalties for violations. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the law is not against Islam and aims to promote true Islamic practices. The bill excludes Sixth Schedule areas and Scheduled Tribes.

Karnataka's Congress faces a leadership showdown as the high command prepares to decide between chief minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar. Supporters of Shivakumar are pushing for a promised power-sharing deal, while Siddaramaiah aims to complete his full term. A decision is expected imminently, with three potential outcomes on the table.

Laila Barnard-Wigley, 27, was driving on a busy A-road in Bridlington when she veered across the road and crashed into a car that was heading in the opposite direction.

The president’s improvisatory approach is unsettling Kyiv and its allies. Backers say Trump’s style might win results where others have failed.

When the turkey comes with a side of hot topics to discuss, here are the facts you need to know.

Forensic teams are currently at Barwell Infant School, near Hinckley, Leicestershire, after reports of the body being found at around 7.30am.

Simon Bailey, 58, who was previously praised for his bravery, was issued a written warning after failing to challenge staff who used the term 'fireman' at Avon Fire and Rescue Service.

A major search operation is underway at one of Austria's largest ski resorts this morning after multiple skiers were swept away in a huge avalanche. 

Chancellor Rachel Reeves was challenged by Susanna Reid on how anyone could 'believe anything you say' as she toured broadcast studios defending her raid.

Black Friday 2025 LIVE: The best and latest UK deals and sales from brands including Amazon, Apple and Boots handpicked and price-checked by shopping experts.

Ontario’s fiscal watchdog says the province could avoid a recession this year, but the findings of his latest report show the trade war with the U.S. is taking a bite out of Ontario’s economy. The data is part of the latest update from the province’s Financial Accountability Office.

The Hungarian Foreign Minister noted that the EU is not concerned with the rational energy policy pursued by some European nations and does not take into account the role geographic location plays in energy supplies

The Foreign Minister stressed that relations between the US leader and Viktor Orban would be good as long as they remained in office

According to Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko, Russia’s relations with European countries are currently in a state of deep crisis

The top Russian diplomat also emphasized that maintaining peace and stability in the Arctic and ensuring its comprehensive development are among Russia’s diplomatic priorities

Maria Zakharova clarified that «citizens of that country who sign a contract are issued a Schengen work visa at the consular section of the German embassy in Manila»

Around 95 per cent of jury trials could be axed under plans by Labour which threaten to 'destroy justice as we know it', new legal analysis shows.

In their final encounter, Jodie claims she asked Charlene directly whether she was being abused.

Ex-West Yorkshire Police officer Maryam Ilyas, 20, accessed the force's computers to find confidential data to inform her boyfriend about an operation into him.

Electric vehicle owners, pub landlords and the average worker told the Daily Mail they felt the hardest hit, while others said they were fed up of 'being taxed, taxed, taxed'.

The long-awaited first volume of the fifth and final season of Stranger Things has now been released to eager fans - with four episodes dropping on Wednesday.

Ali Bogle and husband Angus renovated a dilapidated house (pictured) in East Sussex and say the mansion tax will wreck their retirement plans.

The Supreme Court acknowledged it lacks a quick fix for Delhi-NCR's severe air pollution, emphasizing the need to identify specific contributing factors. Justices will regularly review the issue, seeking solutions from domain experts and scientists to address the multifaceted problem.