As the umbrella body representing over 200 Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) across Vanuatu, the Vanuatu Association of NGO’s, together with Transparency International Vanuatu have consulted with CSO members through multiple forums to inform this statement. It represents a summary of…

Many workers in the country do not know their legal rights when it comes to addressing grievances, making it difficult for them to exercise those rights under the law.

The Ik-Kana Cancer Foundation will carry out a 55-day awareness campaign soon targeting 60 schools and 50 communities across Efate and its offshore islands-Nguna, Pele, Emau, Moso, Lelepa and Ifira.

The Department of Environmental Protection and Conservation (DEPC) has issued a Stop Work Notice with a penalty fine and instructed the operator of the unpermitted oil pyrolysis treatment plant at Stella Mare — New Era Energy Solutions Co. Ltd. —…

The Electoral Commission will not move to fill the parliamentary seat of convicted Epi Member of Parliament (MP), Seoule Simeon, until the formal legal process has run its course and the Commission is officially notified of a vacancy.

Alice Evans has revealed her beloved younger brother Tony has died. 

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Office of the Attorney General has announced it is pursuing multiple cases linked to online defamation, slander, and the spread of false or divisive content, warning that such acts undermine social stability and public trust.

Mogadishu (HOL) — A growing feud between Somalia’s federal government and Puntland has blocked humanitarian aid to areas recently retaken from ISIS, raising concerns that political rivalries are undermining emergency relief efforts.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Kenya is intensifying efforts to expand its khat exports, placing the stimulant leaf at the center of President William Ruto’s trade agenda, even as disputes and competition threaten the country’s largest market in Somalia.

Entities involved in tree plantation can earn Green Credit after five years of restoration, achieving a 40% canopy density. Each surviving tree over five years old earns one credit. These credits, while tradable for specific purposes like compensatory afforestation and CSR, are non-transferable except within parent-subsidiary companies, promoting environmental responsibility.

Amidst global trade tensions, PM Modi and President Xi emphasized partnership over rivalry, focusing on peaceful ties and inviting Xi to the 2026 BRICS summit. Simultaneously, an American journalist criticized US tariffs on India's Russian oil trade as disrespectful. Elsewhere, Pakistan grapples with severe floods, and a tragic murder occurred in Krishnanagar.

The proposed measures won’t impact Israel’s military action in Gaza, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev has acknowledged damage to energy facilities in Odessa Region Read Full Article at RT.com

On one issue after another, the president has scrambled what used to be fundamental conservative beliefs.

Trump pledged that he’d empower Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to “go wild” on health care. The president has kept his promise.

Russian drone operators control all roads leading to and out of the city and the town, Igor Kimakovsky added

In the image, the president stands against a backdrop of the Earth, he raises his arms and looks up

«As regards Krasnoarmeysk, the situation [there] is more tense as the enemy has deployed a large number of reserve troops there,» Denis Pushilin added

Troop contingents of the CSTO Collective Rapid Reaction Force from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan are participating in the drills

The destroyed munitions include hand grenades, fuses, anti-tank mines, homemade drones, and submunitions, the latter of which are the most common and can be difficult to see in grass or foliage

Prime Minister Modi and President Xi Jinping, during the SCO Summit in Tianjin, affirmed India and China as development partners, not rivals, emphasising the need to prevent differences from escalating into disputes. They acknowledged their crucial role in stabilising global trade amid US tariffs and discussed expanding bilateral trade, investment and reducing the trade deficit. PM Modi invited Xi to the BRICS summit in India in 2026, highlighting strengthened bilateral relations.

Sadhguru triumphantly completed the Kailash Yatra on his motorcycle, returning to a grand welcome at the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore. This feat comes just 18 months after undergoing emergency brain surgeries. He attributed his successful journey to the power of yoga, stating it connects individuals to their inner source of creation, effortlessly overcoming challenges.

Punjab is grappling with severe flooding, prompting Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to request Prime Minister Modi to release Rs 60,000 crore in pending state funds. The floods, triggered by heavy rains and dam water releases, have devastated seven districts, submerging farmland and impacting livelihoods. The state government has extended school closures and seeks revised disaster relief compensation norms for farmers.

The Bihar CEO refuted media reports of widespread duplication in the draft electoral rolls (SIR 2025), deeming the claims premature and speculative. He clarified that the draft rolls are open for public scrutiny, inviting objections and verification.

Her partner Sam Tarry has been revealed as part of a lobby group who were given almost £300,000 in exceptional funding by the current government.

The body of a boy was recovered from the waters near East Coast Park on Saturday (Aug 30).Responding to AsiaOne's queries, the police said that they received a call for assistance at 9.55pm and spotted the boy's body floating in the water upon arrival.Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) officers brought the boy ashore and subsequently pronounced him dead onsite.According to the police, preliminary investigations do not suspect foul play.The deceased was subsequently identified by his next-of-kin to be 11-year-old Muhammad Hairil Bin Muhammad Effendi who was reported missing on Friday (Aug 29).[[nid:721994]]Hairil, who had special needs, was last seen near Block 29 Marine Crescent at around 11.05am then, having left home barefoot and shirtless, said the police in a statement on Friday.«Out of respect for the family, members of the public are advised not to share any videos or images of the deceased,» said the police on Sunday.

A driver and his passenger were taken to the hospital after a car accident along MacPherson Road.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police said that they were alerted to a traffic accident at the junction of MacPherson Road towards Airport Road at around 8.15pm on Saturday (Aug 30).In a video uploaded to the Singapore Road Accidents.com Facebook page, two cars are seen in the middle of a traffic junction, with a white car overturned on its side and a silver car with damage to its front.Several Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) vehicles are also seen onsite with officers surveying the vehicles involved.A 54-year-old male car driver and his 49-year-old female passenger were taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, said the police. According to the SCDF, one other person was assessed for minor injuries but declined to be sent to the hospital.The police also said that investigations are ongoing and that a 47-year-old male car driver is assisting with the investigations. [[nid:721948]]dana.leong@asiaone.com

It was definitely a sweet celebration between two borders.In honour of Malaysia's 68th birthday, Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) commanders from Woodlands and Tuas Checkpoints presented a cake to their counterparts from the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) and Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) CIQ last week.The gift comprised a centrepiece cake along with 68 cupcakes surrounding it, symbolising the milestone.Malaysia's National Day — known as Merdeka Day — falls on Sunday (August 31).Marking the occasion, a Facebook post by the ICA on Aug 30 expressed gratitude for the close ties between the two nations.«We are thankful for the strong partnership as we work together to keep our borders secure. We look forward to continued collaboration and ensuring smooth trade and safe travels between our land borders! Happy 68th Birthday, Malaysia!»[embed]https://www.facebook.com/Immigration.Checkpoints.Authority/posts/pfbid02jtt9HTmR8YMCbJ4hsYFTy81gUQEzXcZvYqvdUHxY7gTFJ1GDyPve5mWaRuv6eXjcl[/embed]

Prime Minister Modi and President Xi Jinping, during the SCO Summit in Tianjin, affirmed India and China as development partners, not rivals, emphasising the need to prevent differences from escalating into disputes. They acknowledged their crucial role in stabilising global trade amid US tariffs and discussed expanding bilateral trade, investment and reducing the trade deficit. PM Modi invited Xi to the BRICS summit in India in 2026, highlighting strengthened bilateral relations.

Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation in the 125th episode of Mann Ki Baat, expressing sorrow for the havoc caused by incessant rains and highlighting the contributions of disaster response forces. He also mentioned achievements in Jammu and Kashmir, including a cricket match in Pulwama, and spotlighted athletes from the Khelo India Water Sports Festival.

Manish Tewari, excluded from the Congress's speaker list for the Operation Sindoor debate, stated the party might not have considered him the «ideal candidate.» Despite this, the Chandigarh MP, a 45-year Congress veteran, expressed no regrets and affirmed his belief in the party's necessity for India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Cai Qi and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss strengthening India-China cooperation, emphasising deeper political engagement. Modi affirmed India's commitment to advancing ties based on mutual trust and respect. Xi Jinping highlighted the significance of India-China friendship, noting that their partnership benefits both nations.

Jewish families have been part of Jamaica’s history since the island’s earliest days, their traditions quietly visible in neighbourhoods from Spanish Town to Kingston. On February 3, 1930, a curious man wrote into The Gleaner with a question. He...