Malawi’s Football Legends Association (FLA) has said players in the Scorchers, the Malawi National Women’s Football Team, have earned legendary status in the country’s football history. FLA and Malawi National Council of Sports board chairperson Jim Kalua told Nyasa Times the team’s performance at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, along […] The post Football Legends Association says Scorchers deserve legendary status after WAFCON run appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Nearly a decade after Malawi’s citizenship scandal first came to light, human rights activists are renewing calls for authorities to investigate individuals who benefited from the scheme — arguing that the conviction of the minister responsible was never the full story. Uladi Mussa, who served as Minister of Homeland Security under Joyce Banda’s administration, approved […] The post Citizenship scandal: activists say Uladi’s pardon shouldn’t shield beneficiary Chaudhry appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A motorcycle dealership that made headlines for its glitzy football sponsorship deal has found itself dragged into a sprawling money-laundering investigation — after two foreign nationals were caught with a staggering US$1.14 million in cash. KingBoss Investment, the Malawi-based motorbike importer whose profile has soared thanks to a lucrative football sponsorship deal  has been linked […] The post KingBoss investigated over $1.14m cash smuggling case involving two Tanzanians appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Mighty Wanderers FC has led an outpouring of grief for their most flamboyant and beloved supporter — admitting the club is still mourning the loss of the woman affectionately known as “Gogo Karonga” more than two years after her death. Ellen Karonga, who died aged 78 on May 10, 2024, was remembered as an unforgettable […] The post Wanderers pay emotional tribute to beloved ‘Gogo Karonga’ at tombstone unveiling appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

President Peter Mutharika — affectionately known to Malawians as Mkulukutamoyo — is set to touch down on home soil today, returning from a private visit to South Africa amid mounting speculation that a dramatic cabinet shake-up is on the cards. Chief Secretary to the Government Justin Saidi confirmed the President’s return through Kamuzu International Airport […] The post The return of Mkulukutamoyo: Malawi leader back home amid swirling reshuffle rumours appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The seizure of the Fidesz party’s servers was a “fishing expedition” and should be redone properly, Hungary’s prosecutor general has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Members of a far-right Ukrainian unit have held a torch-lit farewell ceremony for Nazi collaborator Evgeny Konovalets in Kiev Read Full Article at RT.com

An obscure battle that took place on Canadian soil just a year before Confederation may not reverberate in the historical consciousness of Canadians outside of the town of Fort Erie, Ont. — but it lays claim to a number of historical focal points.

As e-scooters become increasingly common across Canada, pediatricians warn parents and children that e-scooter injuries are often severe and can be deadly.

The Regional District of East Kootenay voted 12-3 to stop changing clocks twice a year and stay on Mountain Daylight Time, keeping the region aligned with Alberta year-round.

In an open letter, Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwath says she was in an abusive relationship and notes the scrutiny she has faced as a long battle between her, her former partner and the city has publicly unfolded.

A member of the prominent pro-separation group the Alberta Prosperity Project has “resigned” after he used a racial slur at an event on Thursday where the group presented a draft constitution for an independent Alberta.

The Marriage and Parenthood Reset Workgroup will be rolling out interim measures which will be announced at the upcoming National Day Rally.These measures come ahead of the workgroup's full report that will be released early next year, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office Indranee Rajah during the Pasir Ris-Changi National Day dinner on Saturday (Aug 15).Addressing attendees at the event, Indranee, who chairs the workgroup, said these policies will ensure the government does not lose time in addressing the important issue of Singapore's declining birth and marriage rates.Over the past few months, the inter-ministry workgroup has been speaking with Singaporeans regarding their aspirations and concerns towards settling down and starting families, she added.These chats revealed that while many Singaporeans aspire to get married and have children, they encounter various challenges related to finances, housing and childcare.

The president wants the new fleet of aircraft carriers to more resemble those from World War II. Such a change could cost billions.

According to the Jakarta Globe newspaper, the earthquake damaged government buildings, homes, schools, as well as medical and religious institutions on the island

The Russian military have damaged logistics centers, fuel and energy facilities, and transport infrastructure in Ukraine used by the Kiev forces

The remaining passengers escaped with minor injuries

Objective monitoring confirmed the destruction of the target

Chief Justice Surya Kant addressed young lawyers at the Supreme Court Bar Association's event. He acknowledged India's progress while stressing much remains to be done. The responsibility of the legal profession will soon rest on their shoulders. He highlighted the historical connection between law and India's freedom struggle. Young lawyers are encouraged to protect and carry forward justice institutions.

India's liberation from British rule was celebrated at midnight on August 15, 1947, as Jawaharlal Nehru captivated everyone with his famed 'Tryst with Destiny' speech. Following this historic moment, the newly formed government not only celebrated freedom but also faced daunting challenges related to governance and nation-building, with Lord Mountbatten taking charge as the first Governor-General during a time marked by the chaos of Partition.

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma said his government was working towards the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Rajasthan’ by 2047, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of making India a developed country by that year. He pointed to the expansion of Rajasthan's road network and said infrastructure development remained a key focus for the state. Sharma also highlighted India's economic and technological progress.

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La 2ᵉ édition de la Foire Commerciale de l'Indépendance a été officiellement lancée au Stade de l'Amitié Sino‑Gabonaise d'Angondjé, dans une atmosphère de fierté nationale. Placé sous le haut patronage du Président de la République, Chef de l'Etat, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, accompagné de la Première Dame, Zita Oligui Nguema, cet événement dédié à la promotion du « Made in Gabon » se déroule du 14 au 19 août 2026 dans le cadre des célébrations du (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Oksana Guseva and her three children (all pictured) fled Moscow and her pro-Putin husband in June 2022 and travelled to Britain on the Homes for Ukraine Scheme.

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia on Saturday, triggering tsunami waves and damaging buildings Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian swimmer Evgeniia Chikunova has claimed gold in the 200m breaststroke at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris Read Full Article at RT.com

Consumer groups accuse state utilities of “financial gymnastics” after disputed debt was written off following government intervention. A protracted dispute between Malawi’s two state-owned electricity utilities has drawn public criticism after a K65.9 billion billing discrepancy was resolved through a combination of debt write-offs, tariff adjustments and a government bailout — leaving consumers to absorb […] The post Power struggle: K65.9bn dispute between Escom and Egenco fuels tariff anger in Malawi appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.