Rannveig Grétarsdóttir, owner of the whale watching company Elding in Reykjavík, says she expects visitor numbers for whale watching tours this year to be similar to last year, when the number of tourists declined somewhat.

The stubby, a Canadian beer bottle that was once a fixture in fridges from coast to coast, is now being reinterpreted as a subtle form of economic self-defence as trade tensions with the U.S. heat up.

Kids facing one substitute teacher after another. French taught by a non-speaker. Uncertified adults supervising classrooms. What's behind teacher shortages that plagued this school year and what's being done to improve the situation for the next?

Since more businesses and organizations have started asking for people’s social insurance number, experts are cautioning people to be very selective about who they share their SIN with.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Minister of Internal Security Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag has called for an immediate end to the deadly inter-clan clashes in the town of Abudwak, located in the northern part of the Galgaduud region.

Le samedi 28 juin 2025, le Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a présidé la signature d'une convention historique entre l'État gabonais et l'ANINF pour la création d'un Data Center national, un pilier essentiel de la souveraineté numérique du pays. Porté par le groupe Cybastion, en partenariat avec Cisco Systems, Citibank, EximBank et le gouvernement américain, ce projet ambitieux vise à bâtir des infrastructures numériques indépendantes et sécurisées. Il prévoit (...) - ECONOMIE NUMERIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Le 28 juin 2025, le Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema a pris part à la procession sacrée de la communauté Mpongwè, en présence des communautés Nkomi, Orungu, Simba, Benga, Akele de l'Estuaire et les Sekiani. Les cérémonies se sont déroulées au sein de la Chefferie traditionnelle Eka. Évandaganyè est une cérémonie de purification, de pardon et de réconciliation propre à l'ethnie Mpongwè. Par sa participation à cet événement empreint de spiritualité, le Chef de (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Dans cette image saisissante, où le Président de la République se tient seul, vêtu de blanc immaculé, pieds nus devant le Palais, se dessine une leçon intemporelle issue de la sagesse : l'humilité précède la grandeur. Le Président incarne, par ce geste, une vérité profonde : le véritable pouvoir ne s'exprime pas dans l'ostentation, mais dans la simplicité et la sincérité du cœur. Ce blanc éclatant transcende le simple choix vestimentaire pour devenir un puissant symbole de pureté et de (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Alex, originally from New Zealand , was on his lunch break from work when he said he first spotted a cyclist that he described as looking 'slightly off'.

“You cannot disinvent” Tehran’s technical and industrial capabilities, Rafael Grossi has said Read Full Article at RT.com

In a 51-49 vote, the US Senate has decided to begin discussing the legislation Read Full Article at RT.com

Western war-hawks will not succeed in inflicting a “strategic defeat” on Russia, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC paused production of Gaza: Doctors Under Attack in April following the launch of an investigation into another show, which starred the son of a leader of Hamas .

A tragic stampede during Puri's Rath Yatra resulted in three fatalities, prompting an investigation into crowd control. Simultaneously, the MEA refuted Pakistan's accusations of Indian involvement in the Waziristan bombing. In the US, Trump's economic package advanced in the Senate amidst Republican divisions, setting the stage for further debate and potential House vote.

A cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi has caused significant damage, leaving workers missing and disrupting the Char Dham Yatra. The pilgrimage has been suspended for 24 hours due to heavy rain alerts and weather-related risks. Landslides have blocked the Badrinath and Yamunotri highways, stranding pilgrims and prompting urgent rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF teams.

A deadly stampede near the Gundicha Temple in Puri during the Rath Yatra festival resulted in three fatalities and over 50 injuries. The chaos, attributed to poor crowd management and unauthorized vehicles, drew sharp criticism and prompted a government investigation. Eyewitnesses reported confusion and inadequate response, while former CM Patnaik slammed the administration's incompetence following the tragedy.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, and Speaker of the House of the People Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (Madobe) have expressed condolences following the death of Sultan Abdiqadir Haji Mahmoud, the Second Vice President of Jubbaland State.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali National Army (SNA) elite Danab Commandos, in coordination with international partners, killed more than 37 al-Shabab militants during a planned military operation in the Lower Jubba region, the Ministry of Defense announced Saturday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Governor of the Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab), officially launched the reconstruction of Zoobe Road on Saturday, a key route that was severely damaged by recent heavy rains and flooding.

Last week's humiliating Government U-turn over planned £5 billion cuts to welfare has left the Prime Minister 'gravely wounded' and unlikely to lead the party into the next election, the allies said.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, long-time Southend resident Adam Ramet, 54, described the incident as 'absolutely dreadful'.

THIS WEEK marks 31 years since the passing of one of the most influential leaders of modern times, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, known simply as “the Rebbe”. The Rebbe was credited with engineering a global Jewish renaissance after the...

DO YOU want to pray effective and powerful prayers that move Heaven? When we think about what prayer has done throughout the course of history – stopped droughts, healed the sick, raised the dead, caused the sun to stand still and so much more – we...

“When the king heard this, he tore his clothes in despair. And as the king walked along the wall, the people could see that he was wearing sackcloth underneath next to his skin. Elisha replied, “Hear this message from the Lord! This is what the...

YOU MAY have missed information on the service of lament re violence against children. Child Month is gone. However, our children are still with us and many are also still suffering from various levels of abuse and violence. The solemn occasion was...

DIVORCE RATES around the world are alarming! Divorce rates among Christians are even more alarming, for obvious reasons! “While some studies suggest that Christians have a lower divorce rate than the general population, others indicate that the...

Ana Brnabic has claimed that the organizers of an anti-government demonstration want to destroy the country Read Full Article at RT.com

Two men in Mchinji have been sentenced to 14 years in prison for tampering with Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi ESCOM infrastructure prompting the corporation to issue a fresh public appeal to assist in the fight against vandalisation. Pemphero Kafera Mbewe, aged 30, from Noti Village under Traditional Authority Kazyozyo, and Lloyd Peter, 30, from […] The post Duo Gets 14 Yrs Imprisonment for Vandalising ESCOM Infrastructure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The One NICO Top 12 Netball Cup is finally set to kick off in Blantyre today, a start to a promising and exciting eight weeks of netball action. The much-anticipated tournament will bring together 12 best netball teams in the country, all vying for the coveted title. In the opening ceremonial game, reigning champions Kukoma […] The post Clash of NICO Netball Giants on today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) has embarked on seeking extra strategy to enhance possible ways in ending exam malpractices through collaboration with other examination boards under the Southern Africa Association for Education Assessment (SAAEA). MANEB executive director Dorothy Nampota and board chairperson Samson Sajidu said this in Blantyre on Saturday during a meeting for […] The post MANEB Seeks Extra Plans To Ensure Clean Exams:Engages SAAEA For Strategic Plan Refine appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Continuing to criminalise drugs is «the right policy» for Singapore, said Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam, who was speaking on the sidelines of a community event in Nee Soon on Saturday (June 28).He told media that the government is looking at «possible outflows» to Singapore with cannabis set to be recriminalised in Thailand.The nexus between drugs, crime and terrorism needs to be looked at, he continued, touching on Singapore's increased security posture amid rising tensions over the Iran-Israel conflict.«We try to maintain our openness and our connectivity, and our business-friendly environment. It is a bit early to say what is going to happen, but we have to be more careful,» he added.On June 24, Thailand's Health Ministry issued an order which prohibited the sale of cannabis for recreational use, requiring a doctor's prescription for any retail purchase.

Eleven illegal massage establishments are being investigated after they were found operating under the guise of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinics, with one offering vice services.In a statement on Saturday (June 28), the police said they conducted enforcement operations on 181 TCM outlets between Feb 7 and April 14 following public feedback about unlicensed massage services and suspected vice activities.While most outlets checked were found to be in compliance with the law, 11 outlets were discovered to have non-certified TCM practitioners administering massages to customers.One clinic was also found to be offering vice services and a female employee was arrested for managing a place of assignation under the Women's Charter 1961.Investigations against the 11 non-compliant establishments are ongoing.Providing massage services without a valid licence carries severe penalties under Section 5(1) of the Massage Establishments Act 2017.If found guilty, offenders may be fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to two years, or both.Repeat offenders can be fined up to $20,000, imprisoned for up to five years, or both.

Phone calls soliciting donations and personal information for this year's National Day Parade (NDP) are scam calls, said the NDP 2025 executive committee (Exco) on on Saturday (June 28).In an advisory posted to their Facebook page, the NDP 2025 Exco said that it is aware of a recent scam where scam callers pretend to be NDP 2025 representatives and ask for cash sponsorships and personal information.«Do not disclose any personal, business, or sponsorship information if you are unsure of the caller's identity or credibility,» the post stated.[embed]https://www.facebook.com/NDPeeps/posts/pfbid02KPof7q4cW4i72sdaTaL8xfwBzr22sLoGgtoPehyBWRmNXh3bMz59AUz4kpSu9nhLl[/embed]A recording of a scam call was shared with The Straits Times, during which the scammer impersonated a NDP 2025 representative and asked for a «small sponsorship of between $300 to $500».The scammer said that the donation would be exempted from tax, and that it would be used to help the NDP 2025 and future editions run successfully.Members of the public can send an email to ndp@defence.gov.sg to verify any doubts regarding the identity or credibility of such callers.