The prime minister is due to arrive in Malaysia for the summit of southeast Asian nations — looking to advance free trade talks there after the recent scuttling of negotiations with the United States.

A year since measles started raging in Canada, the outbreak's subsided, but the virus shows no signs of being stamped out. Doctors say problems here — from distrust of medical officials in vulnerable communities, to broader vaccine disinformation — could set the stage for future outbreaks. Here’s what they’d like to see change.

The prime minister highlighted his visit to Begusarai on Friday, noting the deep connection of renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha with the region.

Ballia MP Sanatan Pandey urged Bihar voters to support the Mahagathbandhan, framing their votes as 'dowry' for the deep social and cultural ties between Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. He highlighted the 'roti, beti ka sambandh' and credited RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav's job creation for benefiting UP youth, encouraging them to reciprocate with votes.

On the evening of October 22, 2025, at the Standard Bank and SMEDI Phuka SME Awards, PayChangu once again demonstrated why it stands at the forefront of Malawi’s fintech revolution. The company walked away with two prestigious honors, the Technology and Innovation SME of the Year 2025 and the biggest award of the night, Best […] The post PayChangu Shines at the Standard Bank and SMEDI Phuka SME Awards, Cementing Its Leadership in Fintech Innovation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Pressure from politicians continues to haunt the Malawi Defence Force (MDF), with its top brass often forced to defend the institution’s integrity against political and corporate meddling — particularly in the recruitment of soldiers and internal operations. Outgoing MDF Commander General Valentino Phiri lifted the lid on the deep-seated problem during a handover ceremony at […] The post MDF Bosses Under Siege: Political Hands Tighten Grip on Military Operations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A new twist has emerged in the race for Speaker of Parliament after four Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislators from Nkhata Bay and the sole MP from Likoma threw their weight behind Blantyre City South East MP Sameer Suleman as the party’s official candidate. The five — Jacob Mtambalika, Mackenzie Chipalamoto Nkhwazi, Symon Vuwa Kaunda, […] The post Mtambalika, Northern DPP MPs Rally Behind Suleman for Speaker – Party Lines Drawn Ahead of Crucial Vote appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

When Malawi’s Members of Parliament cast their votes for the next Speaker, they won’t just be choosing who holds the gavel — they’ll be defining what kind of democracy Malawi wants to be. Will the Speaker be a true referee of the House, enforcing rules with fairness and courage, or a party agent hiding behind […] The post ANALYSIS | A Referee or a Party Agent? The True Test Facing Malawi’s Next Speaker appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Music, laughter, and splendour will fill Peak Gardens in Lilongwe on Sunday as top local artists Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, Praise Umali, Fada Moti, and Temwa take the stage for a day packed with entertainment, fun, and relaxation. The performances will headline National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc’s Family Day, a celebration designed to appreciate […] The post Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, others to spice NBM plc family day gig in LL appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A pro-Palestinian supporter who spat on a poster calling for the release of Israeli hostages while proclaiming 'F*** Israel' has been unmasked as an exotic dancer named Scarlett Ankha.

[Africa Check] Old video used to claim Kenya's ex-deputy president Rigathi Gachagua visited the late Raila Odinga's family

[Agenzia Fides] Abidjan -- More than 8.7 million voters in Ivory Coast are called to vote tomorrow, October 25, to elect a new president. A total of five candidates are running. Controversy has arisen over the exclusion of former President Laurent Gbagbo and Tidjane Thiam (see Fides, 4/10/2025), as well as the fourth candidacy of outgoing President Alassane Ouattara. The other four candidates are Jean-Louis Billon, former Minister of Trade, who is running as the candidate of a coalition of opposition parties, the Democratic

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Africa has become a testing ground for the world's most advanced cyberattacks, according to Microsoft's 2025 Digital Defense Report, which warns that artificial intelligence (AI), deepfakes, and digital impersonation are driving a new wave of threats across the continent.

Russia-Kazakhstan relations are at a high level, the Russian leader stressed

A whale-watching company says one of its vessels made contact with a humpback whale that “suddenly and unexpectedly surfaced” in its path while transiting near Vancouver on Thursday afternoon.

A police manhunt was sparked for sex offender Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu after he was accidentally released back into the community rather than to an immigration centre.

The thieves ran off after racking up a bill at Cheers Restaurant, a steakhouse in Norwich, on October 5 at 6.10pm.

Nairobi (HOL) - Somalia and Azerbaijan have been elected co-chairs of the Bureau of the Open-Ended Intergovernmental Working Group for 2025–2026, established under the 2023 UN-Habitat Assembly resolution “Adequate Housing for All.”

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali government has refused to extradite the former director of Qardho Hospital, Jama Mohamud Abdi, who is accused of raping and distributing indecent images of Somali girls in Qardho, to the Puntland regional state.

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Police Force, particularly officers stationed at the Garasbaley Police Station in Mogadishu, arrested two men on Friday accused of robbing civilians.

La Hawaiki Nui Va'a 2025 approche à grand pas. Nombre d'équipages, nouveauté, contrôle anti-dopage, recommandation... Louis Mai'otu'i, vice-président du comité organisateur de la Hawaiki Nui Va'a, était l'invité de notre journal télévisé ce vendredi 24 octobre.

C'est une première en Polynésie française. Le Haut-commissaire Alexandre Rochatte vient d'ordonner la fermeture d'un établissement de restauration rapide boulevard Pomare, condamné pour blanchiment. Une mesure rendue possible par la loi anti-narcotrafic de juin 2025.

C’est l’incertitude concernant la participation de l’équipe de boxe Polynésie française aux prochains Jeux du Pacifique. En cause, l’absence de délégation de service public. Depuis 2023, aucune des deux fédérations de boxe présentes en Polynésie n’a reçu cet agrément. Et sans cette DSP, pas d’équipe de boxe aux prochains Jeux qui se dérouleront au fenua du 24 juillet au 6 août 2027.

The US President believes that new US sanctions will have an effect on Russia

Spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy Liu Pengyu also stressed that the US «promoted false narratives related to human rights» in China

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry’s ambassador-at-large tasked with overseeing the Kiev regime’s crimes Rodion Miroshnik, the Europeans want to limit the agenda to the Ukraine issue

Twenty drones were shot down over the Rostov Region

Now a mop-up operation is underway in that settlement and its outskirts, military expert Andrey Marochko said

The US Treasury has sanctioned Gustavo Petro over allegedly enabling drug cartels Read Full Article at RT.com

Alberta school divisions and one labour expert anticipate that a bill coming Monday ordering teachers back to work will spell out a timeline for when classes must resume.

The Manitoba Inuit Association has appointed an interim CEO, as a petition with more than 1,200 signatures circulates calling on the non-profit organization to look into allegations of sexual and physical abuse against its CEO, Nastania Mullin. It’s part of what some are calling an #InuitMeToo grassroots campaign.

The prime minister highlighted his visit to Begusarai on Friday, noting the deep connection of renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha with the region.

Jean-Marie Collin, directeur d'ICAN France, et le journaliste Nic Maclellan étaient ce vendredi 24 octobre à l'Assemblée pour sensibiliser sept élus indépendantistes aux enjeux du Traité d'interdiction des armes nucléaires. Une rencontre qui pointe le double discours de l'État français.

Entre ralentissement économique, promesses sociales contre la vie chère et affirmation politique sur l'autodétermination, les orientations budgétaires 2026 de la Polynésie française dessinent une navigation délicate pour le gouvernement Brotherson à mi-mandat.

Hawaiki Nui Va'a J moins 5 ! Le Tahiti nui et le Tahiti nui 8 ont commencé à embarquer les V6 prévues pour la course entre Huahine, Raiatea, Tahaa et Bora Bora ! Au total, 243 va'a évolueront sur le plan d'eau des îles Sous-le-Vent toutes catégories et courses confondues. Ce vendredi, il fallait faire attention à bien disposer la centaine de pirogues dans le bateau de la flottille administrative.