[RFI] The Democratic Republic of Congo's Constitutional Court has approved a referendum law that critics say could pave the way for President Felix Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office, prompting a coalition of opposition parties to reject the ruling and vow to fight the change.

English trip-hop legends Massive Attack have come under scrutiny for political displays at their Singapore concert on Wednesday (July 29).Footage shared widely on social media shows members Robert «3D» Del Naja and Grant «Daddy G» Marshall holding up a Palestine flag, at what appears to be the end of the concert.The duo then walk off the stage with their backing band.One post on Reddit also claimed that, during the show, «the lead singer basically said, 'I don't give a f***'» before performing a song where «a huge part of the crowd started chanting 'Free Palestine' over and over».«The way I understood it was that he didn't care about any restrictions or consequences,» the Redditor added.They tried to report the incident through the SGSecure app but claimed it crashed repeatedly.A concertgoer, who wished to remain anonymous, told AsiaOne that the chants had started when 3D dedicated their set to the Palestinian people in the middle of the concert.«The band didn't join in [with chanting 'Free Palestine'], as far as I could tell,» the 28-year-old added.

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) foiled an attempt to smuggle more than 12,800 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes at Tuas Checkpoint on July 22.In a Facebook post on Thursday (July 30), ICA said its officers had directed a Malaysia-registered lorry for enhanced checks after detecting anomalies in the scanned image of the vehicle. The cigarettes were hidden in wooden crates enclosed in metal cases in the lorry.A video accompanying the post shows officers using a variety of tools to crack open the metal cases and discovering the contraband.«Thought we 'Wooden' know,» quipped the border agency. The Malaysian lorry driver, 31, was arrested in connection with the case.The exhibits and suspect have been referred to Singapore Customs for further investigation.It is an offence to buy, sell, convey, possess or deal with duty-unpaid goods.Offenders can be fined up to 40 times the amount of duty and GST evaded, jailed for up to six years, or both. Vehicles used to commit such offences, as well as proceeds from the sale of duty-unpaid goods, may also be forfeited.

Work to install a solar generation system at Marina South Pier has been completed.Announcing the sustainability milestone in a media release on Thursday (July 30), the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said this also coincides with the 20th anniversary of the pier.«The solarisation project will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from MPA’s shore-based operations and supports the public sector’s solarisation efforts under the GreenGov.SG sustainability movement,» the authority added.The system can generate up to 780,000 kWh of electricity annually, or the equivalent to the annual electricity consumption of about 180 four-room HDB flats. It consists of 1,092 solar photovoltaic panels installed across 3,200 sq m of rooftop and canopy space at Marina South Pier.To ensure future-proofing, the system is designed to be able to support the current and future needs of electric harbour craft operating at the pier.According to MPA, it can meet a «significant portion» of the pier's electricity requirement.

In a shocking revelation, subject experts are accused of memorizing and leaking NEET-UG 2026 exam questions after receiving daily access from home. These reconstructed queries found their way into private coaching classes, with a beautician reportedly formatting them for sale. The scheme's spread across multiple states is now under scrutiny, leading the CBI to file a chargesheet against thirteen individuals implicated in this alleged scam.

[RFI] South Africa is suffering a drop in its workforce, following the departure of thousands of foreign workers in the wake of a wave of xenophobic attacks, anti-migrant protests and intensified immigration enforcement.

[Bird Story Agency] A scheme tested in Uzbekistan could let African cotton farmers earn twice over, once for the fibre and once for the carbon stored in the soil beneath their fields.

[Bird Story Agency] A women's farming group in southern Malawi is reinvesting cotton earnings in poultry, livestock, shops and savings schemes--turning a seasonal crop into year-round income, new jobs and greater financial independence. Their progress also shows what Malawi's struggling cotton sector could deliver if persistent problems with seed, prices and market access are addressed.

[allAfrica] Rio de Janeiro, Brazil -- «What is the plan before we get back to a stage where we are burying people?»

[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Veteran opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye was admitted to the intensive care unit at Mulago National Referral Hospital on Wednesday after collapsing during a session of his treason trial at Kampala's High Court, according to his wife, Winnie Byanyima.

Jenny Kierstead and her daughter, Sophie Kierstead-Abbass, are training educators through their resilient youth program after struggling with their own mental health following the death of their relative, Lisa McCully, in the 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting.

After decades without flooding, some Montreal-area homeowners have seen their basements fill with water three years in a row. Experts say heavier rain, aging infrastructure and urban development all play a role — and adapting to a changing climate will require more than one solution.

Wellness teacher Claire Rodway, 52, had been fit and active before she went to stay at the remote monastery.

Reform UK's Treasury spokesman Robert Jenrick called on the Prime Minister to 'rule out this tax, end the uncertainty, end the worry today'.

Brian Devine, whose club Saltburn CC faces a corruption investigation, has been caught on camera attempting to mislead umpires during a game for his previous side, Pudsey St Lawrence.

Pavel Durov has been charged with aiding terrorist activities in Russia as part of a criminal investigation, and proceedings have been initiated to place him on an international wanted list

According to the Iranian side, casualties were also reported

The Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman stressed that the authorities would have to ensure the transfer of people from the military sector to the civilian sector of economy after the end of the conflict

The Central Bank of Russia reduced its reserves by 22 tons, becoming the largest seller in the reporting period

The Armenian PM stated that he did not consider the country plunging crisis due to restrictive measures imposed by Russia

E20 petrol may reduce vehicle mileage by two to six percent. Extensive testing has found no engine failures linked to this fuel. Studies indicate improved acceleration and better ride quality with E20. Carbon emissions are reduced by approximately thirty percent compared to E10. Automobile manufacturers continue to honor warranty claims for vehicles using E20.

India's government has summoned Meta executives to explain a temporary restriction on Prime Minister Modi's video. The social media giant acknowledged the error and has restored the content. New protocols are being introduced for prominent public figures' accounts. This incident highlights ongoing scrutiny of content moderation by tech firms. The government seeks explanations for platform governance and content handling.

In his advice, Bhagat Singh champions the importance of informed study as a tool for constructive disagreement. Engaging with significant questions thoughtfully allows for deeper discussions, moving past simplistic slogans. This intellectual approach not only makes debates more fruitful but also enhances one's ability to effect lasting change and embrace civic responsibility.

The blaze on Dunwich Heath, Suffolk, which began at around 5.30pm yesterday, is spreading rapidly in the direction of Sizewell B nuclear power station, about 2.5 miles away.

Ukraine’s Skelia regiment has urged the public to support the military amid an escalating scandal over alleged abuse and torture Read Full Article at RT.com

The Ukrainian Embassy has implied Indian double standards on ship attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea Read Full Article at RT.com

Activists have gone to court challenging Delhi police’s use of facial recognition technology, which they say rests on shaky legal grounds Read Full Article at RT.com

More than 700 million Africans already live in urban areas, and this number is expected to reach around 1.4 billion by 2050 Read Full Article at RT.com