SINGAPORE — A man accused of stabbing a priest at St Joseph's Church in November 2024 was given additional charges on March 17. Basnayake Keith Spencer, 37, now faces three counts of being in possession of a weapon on the day of the attack, on Nov 9, 2024, on top of one charge handed earlier after he allegedly used a knife to voluntarily cause grievous hurt. He allegedly had a 14.5cm penknife, a flip knife and a fishing gaff, which is a pole with a sharp hook, at the place of worship. The Singaporean was not offered bail on March 17 and his pre-trial conference will take place on April 14. Basnayake had allegedly approached Reverend Christopher Lee, then 57, at the Upper Bukit Timah Road church shortly before 6.30pm on Nov 9. Father Lee was conducting communion when Basnayake allegedly stabbed him, leaving him with an 8cm laceration on his tongue, a 3cm cut on his upper left lip and a 4cm cut on the corner of his mouth.

The Ring of Fire in northwestern Ontario has become a key figure in the battle to control critical minerals, which experts say is the heart of U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to annex Canada. Here's what they shared about how the region's resources come into play in the growing geopolitical conflict.

The overhaul of Utah’s voting laws comes four months after Trump won the 2024 election and could foreshadow a spate of new GOP-led voting restrictions around the nation.

The Israeli prime minister plans to fire the Shin Bet director after the agency admitted to failures in preventing the October 7 attack Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington is scaling back its involvement in efforts to investigate and prosecute Russia over the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK plans to deploy thousands of troops in Ukraine “for years” as part of the West’s peacekeeping force, The Times reports Read Full Article at RT.com

During the interview, PM Modi discussed the significance of fasting in Indian culture, its spiritual and scientific aspects, and how it enhances sensory perception and discipline. The conversation also touched on PM Modi's vision for the nation.

US President Trump acknowledged the strength of India-US relations by sharing PM Modi's podcast praising him. Modi highlighted Trump's support during the 2019 'Howdy Modi' event and appreciated Trump's leadership stance. Trump also recently addressed India's high tariff rates amid trade negotiations.

A political conflict erupted in Tamil Nadu after the Enforcement Directorate claimed evidence of corruption within TASMAC. The BJP organized a protest, leading to the arrest of several opposition leaders. However, the DMK government has strongly refuted the allegations, denying any malpractices in TASMAC operations.

Twenty-four hours after a seismic semi-final victory against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, the 23-year-old from London backed it up by taking home the biggest title of his life.

Amanda Spielman has called on the Secretary of State for Education Bridget Phillipson to drop proposed changes including forcing academics to teach the national curriculum.

Visitors to Ibiza last month were left disappointed after a popular viewing point was dramatically blocked off with boulders in the latest sign of growing local resentment towards mass tourism.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Mogadishu police have arrested a traffic officer accused of fatally shooting an auto-rickshaw operator at the Four Gardens intersection on Sunday, an incident that sparked violent protests by local youth and motorcycle riders.

Mogadishu (HOL) – The Somali Custodial Corps has been deployed to the Middle Shabelle region to support ongoing military operations against Al-Shabaab, despite concerns over their combat readiness.

Hargeisa (HOL) – Authorities in Hargeisa have banned the carrying of small arms, including knives and machetes, across all districts of the Somaliland capital in response to a recent surge in knife-related violence.

Ten Malawi Defence Force (MDF) soldiers who participated in the UK-Commonwealth Coronation procession of His Majesty King Charles III in May 2023 have been awarded the King’s Coronation Medals. Led by Major Thokozani Moffat, the soldiers were part of the Commonwealth Parade during the Coronation, where King Charles III took an oath to diligently serve […] The post UK Honours MDF Soldiers for Role in King Charles III’s Coronation Procession appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has unleashed a barrage of accusations against President Lazarus Chakwera’s administration, alleging brazen theft of funds meant for the Shire Valley Transformation Program (SVTP) – a flagship project designed to revolutionize agriculture and livelihoods in Chikwawa and Nsanje. At a charged rally in Chikwawa on Sunday, DPP Southern Region Governor […] The post DPP Mchacha alleges that World Bank Froze Shire Valley Transformation Program Funds Over Alleged Govt Plunder  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold move to protect Malawi’s fragile foreign exchange reserves and spur domestic production, the Ministry of Trade and Industry has officially banned the importation of several products readily available within the country. The sweeping ban, detailed in Addendum 120.10 and signed on March 14, 2025, by the Minister of Trade and Industry, is […] The post Govt Cracks Down on ‘Petty’ Imports to Save Forex, Empower Local Producers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Kondwani Nankhumwa, President of the People’s Development Party (PDP), has declared that the Northern Region is fast becoming a stronghold for his party, citing an unprecedented wave of grassroots support. Speaking on Sunday, March 16, 2025, in Chintheche, Nkhata Bay, as he wrapped up a high-energy tour of Mzuzu and Nkhata Bay, Nankhumwa said the […] The post Nankhumwa Storms North, Declares PDP Surge Unstoppable appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A stark report lays bare the scale of Labour's challenge as it seeks to see off opposition from its own backbenchers to slash the ballooning welfare bill and encourage adults back to work.

Nicole Bodgers and Brad Roberts were enjoying a night out in Manchester when they found Blake Spiers, 13, suffering a heart attack after his friend was robbed in the city centre.

Raphael's father Michael Pryor saw him fall down and CPR immediately being performed before the teenager was taken to Wexham Park Hospital and kept alive until his mother arrived.

Visitors to Ibiza last month were left disappointed after a popular viewing point was dramatically blocked off with boulders in the latest sign of growing local resentment towards mass tourism.

A 7-year-old Singaporean boy died in Johor after he was flung out of the car he was in, following a collision with a lorry. The lorry driver later tested positive for methamphetamine and did not have a valid licence, according to the Johor police. The accident occurred at around 10.30pm on Sunday (March 16), said Johor Baru (South) police chief Assistant Commissioner Raub Selamat on Monday (March 17). The lorry and the Singapore-registered car collided in Jalan Pantai heading towards Permas Jaya, the police chief added.  Preliminary investigations showed that the lorry driver, 54, lost control of his vehicle before it veered into the opposite lane and collided head-on with a car coming from the opposite direction. According to Raub, the boy was one of four passengers being driven by his father, who is in his 40s. The boy was taken to a private hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at around 3am on Monday.

Après avoir commencé à vendre des pop corn, Vaimana, 13 ans à peine, s'est lancé dans la vente de barbe à papa sur les marchés aux puces. Et ça marche ! Un esprit d'entreprise précoce qui fait la fierté de ses parents et enchante des clients stupéfaits de voir un vendeur aussi jeune. La valeur n'attend pas le nombre des années...

Visitors to Ibiza last month were left disappointed after a popular viewing point was dramatically blocked off with boulders in the latest sign of growing local resentment towards mass tourism.

The video begins with a single American flag resting on a coffin, but as the camera pans out it shows dozens of flag-draped coffins floating in waters near destroyed Navy ships.

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According to First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov, it was an important and long-awaited step towards certification of a technologically independent version of the Superjet

According to US Special Presidential Envoy, Washington is 'in discussions with European countries and that includes France, Britain, Norway, Finland and all the others'

«A lot of work's been done over the weekend,» the US president said

The two leaders are expected to exchange opinions on pressing regional issues

Taiwan’s defense agency has regularly recorded the approach of Chinese warplanes and warships of late