A 67-year-old man died after the car he was driving crashed into the rear of an SBS Transit bus in Ang Mo Kio on Thursday (July 16) morning.The police told AsiaOne that they were alerted to the accident involving a car and a bus along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 towards Upper Thomson Road at about 8.35am.The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said two people were taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.The man was taken unconscious to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.A 61-year-old woman who was travelling in the car was taken to the same hospital while conscious.Video of the aftermath posted on TikTok showed a red car with its front badly crumpled after it collided with the rear of an SBS Transit bus that had stopped at a bus stop.The footage also showed SCDF officers performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation on a person. Two ambulances, two SCDF pump ladders, and a Traffic Police car were also present at the scene.In response to AsiaOne's queries, SBS Transit spokesperson Grace Wu said that «a Service 165 bus was rear-ended by a car while at a bus stop along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1».

Police have issued an advisory on the resurgence of a scam campaign which utilises the GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme to take over Telegram accounts.In a statement on Thursday (July 16), the police said victims received Telegram messages containing infographics and a fake link, which encouraged them to check their eligibility for the upcoming GSTV disbursements in August.Upon clicking the links, victims would be asked to disclose personal information such as mobile numbers, names and NRIC numbers.They may also be prompted to provide Telegram verification codes which would allow scammers to take over their accounts.Using the victims' Telegram accounts, the scammers would disseminate phishing links to the victims' contacts or add them into chat groups promoting fraudulent investment schemes.Members of the public are reminded that they will never be asked to disclose personal credentials or bank log-in details to claim their GST Vouchers.

The upcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is expected to intensify cross-border competition, and local businesses will need to sharpen their value propositions instead of competing primarily on price.A study commissioned by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), Restaurant Association of Singapore (RAS) and Singapore Retailers Association (SRA) projects that Singaporeans will spend an additional $1.05 billion annually on retail and F&B purchases in Johor Bahru (JB) once the RTS Link opens.At the same time, local businesses stand to gain an estimated $756 million annually from JB visitors, resulting in an additional net annual spending outflow of about $290 million — 0.4 per cent of Singapore's total retail and F&B sales in 2025.Released on Thursday (July 16), the study was conducted in March 2026 and surveyed around 1,700 people in Singapore and 400 in Johor. It also drew on Mastercard historical transaction data, government statistics and a case study of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen high-speed rail network.

Iceland's Rare Birds Committee will determine whether the sighting of the American Tree Sparrow in Kjós will be officially confirmed. The committee has not been convened specifically because of the bird's appearance, as it normally reviews and confirms rare bird records for the entire year at the end of the year.

The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham will take place in the city from Friday, Aug. 14 to Sunday, Aug. 16, and the city says it’s ready to welcome the drivers, along with tens of thousands of race fans.

Two Manitoba women are calling for access to a safer supply of pharmaceutical-grade drugs, giving people who use substances an alternative to the illicit supply.

From a towering dinosaur in Drumheller, Alta., to a giant nickel coin in Sudbury, Ont., quirky landmarks have drawn visitors for decades. But as tourism changes and maintenance costs rise, some communities in Canada are questioning their future.

A Baramulla MP has requested court permission to attend the upcoming Parliament session. He is currently in judicial custody for a terror funding case investigation. The National Investigation Agency stated it has no objection to his attendance. The court heard arguments from the MP's counsel and the NIA. An order on this petition is expected later today.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches across four states in a money laundering investigation. This probe targets a syndicate facilitating illegal infiltration of foreign nationals into India. Public charitable trusts registered under FCRA are suspected of receiving foreign funds. These funds were allegedly diverted through multiple accounts to aid illegal immigrants. The investigation stems from an FIR registered by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to call an all-party meeting. He requested adequate time for opposition parties to study the revised delimitation proposals. The Congress party plans to strongly oppose the proposed delimitation bill if reintroduced. They will also work to maintain unity among all opposition parties. The party supports women's reservation but opposes linking it to delimitation.

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah supports Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Wangchuk is protesting alleged irregularities in the NEET examination, demanding accountability. His health has significantly deteriorated after nineteen days of fasting. Doctors warn of serious health complications if the hunger strike continues. The Delhi High Court has ordered daily medical examinations for Wangchuk.

A total of 289 lawmakers supported the decision

Russia cannot remain isolated from these developments, Dmitry Peskov said

Dmitry Peskov stressed that resolving the situation and ensuring its interests were more important things for Russia

According to Dmitry Peskov, more and more tourists from China, Arab countries and Persian Gulf countries are visiting Russian cities

In May, the EU imported a total of 1.5 bln euro worth of Russian gas

Anavai Molié, une jeune réserviste de 18 ans, a été choisie pour représenter la Polynésie lors de la cérémonie de ravivage de flamme sous l'arc de triomphe à Paris. C'était le 14 juillet, juste après le défilé.

Mercredi 15 juillet dès 18h30, Polynésie la 1ère vous invite à suivre en direct la cérémonie de remise des prix du Heiva i Tahiti 2026, moment très attendu après plusieurs semaines de compétition.

Le verdict et le palmarès sont tombés : voici l'ensemble des lauréats du Heiva i Tahiti 2026.

This briefing reviews the first three years of implementation of the European Chips Act and identifies how lessons learnt from its evaluation have been integrated into the legislative proposal to review the Act. Available evidence suggests the Chips Act delivered significant outputs, including the establishment of competence centres and five pilot lines, the foundation of a design platform, substantial public and private investment commitments in production facilities, and a coordination and crisis-response mechanism through the European Semiconductor Board. However, the lab-to-fab transition remains uncertain. While pilot lines have created important technological infrastructure, their contribution to industrial deployment and commercial production is still emerging. Investments in production capacity are significant, but most facilities will only enter production after long ramp-up periods. The evaluation also suggests the Chips Fund improved access to finance for semiconductor and quantum start-ups, and demonstrated strong demand for and uptake of the measure. However, evidence remains limited as to whether it has addressed the broader private capital gap. Key issues highlighted by stakeholders include persistent demand-side weaknesses, fragmented procurement, burdensome procedures for permitting and State aid, limited visibility across the full value chain and incomplete crisis-response mechanisms. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

The reform of social security rules, proposed in 2016, was provisionally agreed by the EU co-legislators in April 2026. After adoption by Parliament in plenary in July, the file awaits final adoption by the Council, envisaged for September. The revised rules seek to coordinate access to social security for those who live or work in another EU country. They also distribute the financial burden more equitably among EU countries and reinforce measures to identify and tackle fraud. Provisions on unemployment benefits, family and long-term care benefits have been strengthened, and the rules regarding cross-border workers and posted workers have been adapted. Although these two categories can often appear similar, they differ in certain provisions and scope of application. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

A total of 579 suspected scammers and money mules are being investigated by the police.This follows a two-week operation conducted by officers from the Commercial Affairs Department and seven Police Land Divisions between July 2 and 15.Police said in a news release on Thursday (July 16) that the 359 men and 220 women, aged between 15 and 83, are being probed for their alleged involvement in scams.They are believed to be linked to more than 1,469 scam cases, mainly involving e-commerce, friend impersonation, job, government official impersonation, investment and rental scams.Victims reportedly lost about $18 million, the police said.The investigations cover various alleged offences including cheating, money laundering, or providing payment services without a licence.If found guilty of cheating, an individual may face a jail term of up to 10 years and a fine, while those convicted of money laundering may be jailed for up to 10 years and fined up to $500,000.Meanwhile, carrying on a business to provide any type of payment service without a licence may result in a fine of up to $125,000, a jail term of up to three years, or both.

Students at St. Joseph's Institution (SJI) hoping to stay up for the FIFA World Cup final can breathe easy, as the school will begin lessons later on Monday (July 20) to allow students more time to rest after the early morning match.In a statement to AsiaOne, SJI confirmed that an email had been sent to parents and students regarding the adjustment to school hours.«Schools play an important role not only in academic learning but also in helping young people engage meaningfully with significant moments beyond the classroom,» said SJI. It added that the FIFA World Cup final was a rare global sporting event that many students and families may wish to experience together.

A bus captain scolded by a passenger for «driving at your own pace» was complying with a planned schedule and had done no wrong, said bus operator Tower Transit and the Land Transport Authority (LTA).Addressing the viral complaint in a Facebook post on Wednesday (July 15), LTA said bus captains are «required to regulate their speeds and keep to planned schedules».«This helps prevent bus bunching and ensures more regular and reliable bus arrivals for all commuters on the route,» it explained.Tower Transit also confirmed separately that a review of trip details found that their bus captain was operating the service in accordance with the planned schedule.It said a bus sometimes travels below the speed limit even when the road ahead is clear because it has to maintain «even spacing between buses» to ensure «waiting times remain as consistent and predictable as possible for commuters». The service 984 bus captain had been filmed by an unhappy passenger, who confronted him about the slow journey.

Malawi will conduct a fourth round of its polio vaccination campaign, targeting over 7 million children under the age of 10, scheduled for 21 to 24 July. Secretary for Health and Sanitation Dr Dan Namarika disclosed this during a stakeholders and media webinar, saying the campaign will ensure all children receive their vaccination to protect […] The post Malawi to conduct 4th round of polio campaign appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

After reading and comparing both the old and the new CDF Guidelines, writer EPHRAIM NYONDO argues that the 2026 framework marks a decisive shift from automatic funding to a project-first model—placing planning, procurement and accountability ahead of spending to deliver better, more transparent and more sustainable development for Malawi. When people hear that Constituency Development […] The post ANALYSIS| Why Malawi’s new CDF rules could deliver the best community development in the fund’s history appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

When most people think about events, they think about entertainment. Ancient Nights wants people to think about opportunity. The new lifestyle platform was launched earlier this month at Sunnyside Inn in Blantyre with The Night Market — an event designed to bring together local businesses, entrepreneurs, food vendors, creatives and consumers in a single space. […] The post Blantyre Night Market bringing businesses and creatives together appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Parliament has been urged to slap a travel ban on Malawians attempting to sneak into South Africa for informal jobs, as MPs scramble to get a grip on a repatriation crisis that has ballooned way beyond anyone’s expectations. The explosive recommendation from the Parliamentary Committee on International Relations comes as the government battles to bring […] The post Malawi MPs call for crackdown on undocumented travel to South Africa appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s national netball team, the Queens, have their full squad together in Glasgow ahead of the Commonwealth Games after star shooter Mwai Kumwenda linked up with the group on Wednesday. Kumwenda travelled in from Australia, where she plays for West Coast Fever in the Suncorp Super Netball League – one of the strongest domestic competitions […] The post Kumwenda joins Queens squad ahead of Commonwealth Games appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

FDH Bank Plc, in partnership with Ekhaya Group have sponsored musician Gwamba’s upcoming ‘Landlord Pakwao’ concert to support creativity and entertainment in the music industry. The concert, which will feature Nigerian artist Ruger as a co-headliner, is scheduled for August 1 at Bingu National Stadium (BNS) in Lilongwe. The concert aims to celebrate Gwamba’s musical […] The post FDH Bank Plc, Ekhaya Group sponsor Gwamba’s ‘Landlord Pakwao’ concert appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The people-smuggler talks about Britain like a travel agent would. 'If you want to work, earn good money and have a good life, you need to go to the UK,' he says. 'They don't deport anyone.'

Lieutenant Colonel Sheldon Bryan of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) has been appointed director general of the Island Traffic Authority (ITA), effective September 1. He has been seconded from the JDF with the approval of the chief of defence staff and the permanent secretary.

For Jamaica-born philanthropist Donna More Stewart, the opening of the Pollyanna Project Empowerment Learning Centre in Kakendema Village, Sierra Leone, represents more than the completion of another charitable project. It is the fulfilment of a vision rooted in partnership, dignity and the belief that communities can transform themselves when given the opportunity.