The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) issued composition penalties amounting to $27.45 million to nine financial institutions (FIs) for anti-money laundering breaches connected to the $3 billion money laundering case from 2023.MAS identified the nine FIs through supervisory examinations conducted between early 2023 and early 2025, according to a statement released on Friday (July 4).The nine FIs being penalised — including banks like Credit Suisse Singapore Branch, United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) and UBS AG, Singapore branch — were found to have breaches in connection with anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) to persons of interest (POIs) in the major money laundering case.According to MAS, the penalties took into account various factors including the extent of the FI's exposure to the POIs, the number of breaches of MAS' requirements, among others.Credit Suisse was fined $5.8 million, the highest of the nine FIs.

A man, who drove in a car park with his lover's husband hanging on to the bonnet, testified in court on Friday (July 4) that he had initially dropped the woman off below her home.«However, I think, erm... yeah. We actually then (went) up to the multi-storey carpark, have some intimacy acts,» Chia Hiok Seah told the court.The «intimacy acts» was not «anything sexual» as the woman, named as Shunyi, was menstruating that day, he reportedly said.Chia, 50, is accused of causing hurt through a rash act to endanger human life and appearing nude in public on June 29, 2024, at the multi-storey car park Block 278 Compassvale Bow.The woman's husband had allegedly fallen off the car and suffered injuries including a facial laceration, puncture wound on his face, abrasions over his hand and knee and a scratch on his chest, according to previous media reports.Chia was allegedly naked with Shunyi in his car, when he came face-to-face with the angry husband. In a moment of panic and fear, he drove off, with the infuriated man clinging onto the vehicle bonnet, reports said. [[nid:719741]]

An Air India pilot fell ill before a Bengaluru-Delhi flight, causing a delay as another pilot took over. The pilot is now stable and under observation. This incident follows a recent fatal crash in Ahmedabad and other operational challenges for the airline, including flight cancellations and a stall warning on a Delhi-Vienna flight.

Narendra Modi visited Trinidad and Tobago. He addressed the Parliament and spoke about the strong ties between India and Trinidad. He received the country's highest civilian honor. President Christine Kangaloo praised Modi's kindness. Modi also highlighted the shared love for cricket. His visit is part of a five-nation tour. He will also attend the BRICS Summit in Brazil.

The Grade II-listed home in Somerset is surrounded by idyllic fields and looks set to be a beautiful traditional cottage-core abode.

The controversial band remain on the bill for next month's annual five-day Boardmasters surfing and music festival in the Cornwall resort of Newquay.

An investigation has been launched after two teenagers were killed on the railway in Cheshire.

The child, who has not been named, was discovered at a 'drug-infested' run-down shack in Uttaradit Province during a welfare check.

There was shock and horror when the five corpses were discovered in the ocean off the Balearics and it was thought they had been murdered and then thrown into the water

In a a very emotional statement, Traditional Authority Nkula of Machinga has commended Malawi leader , President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera Government over the resumption of Zomba , Machinga Lirangwe road project. This is the project according to the Traditional Authority which has seen planting of 3 stones but nothing happened. According to the chief, […] The post Traditional Authority Nkula hails President Chakwera over Zomba, Machinga Lirangwe Road project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has taken a bold stand against Malawi’s growing culture of blame, urging citizens to shift from finger-pointing to active participation in solving national challenges. Speaking during the “Raise the Flag” celebration at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, Chakwera said Malawi’s dream of achieving Agenda 2063 will only materialize if all citizens […] The post Chakwera Slams Finger-Pointing Culture, Calls for National Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A global concern has emerged regarding the linkage between climate change and climate-induced diseases, calling upon governments in East African countries including Malawi, to immediately address the problem by investing in climate-resilient healthcare systems and implementing adaptation strategies to reduce the burden of climate-sensitive diseases. Africa is bearing the brunt of climate change, with extreme […] The post Africa’s Climate Crisis: Health and Environment in Focus appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The legacy of Malawi’s legendary musician Dr. Daniel Kachamba has been revived by his nephew, DJ Kachamba, through a newly released song titled “Panali Agogo”. Dr. Daniel Kachamba, who rose to fame in the 1970s and 80s, was one of the pioneers of Malawi’s traditional jazz sound, known for fusing local instruments and rhythms with […] The post DJ Kachamba Rekindles Daniel Kachamba’s Legacy  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Moscow’s embassy in Sao Tome and Principe says officials from both countries have met for talks focused on areas of mutual interest Read Full Article at RT.com

The foreign minister reiterated Moscow’s key demands during a meeting with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal Read Full Article at RT.com

Moscow is “paying very close attention” to any statements coming from the US president, spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Berlin could consider returning to draft if the scheme fails to produce the required number of reservists, the sources have said Read Full Article at RT.com

Reece Wheat, 28, disguised himself in the Footlocker's distinctive black and white striped uniform before he rushed away with thousands of pounds worth of goods from the Nottingham store.

In particular, the ministry expects 90 mln tons of wheat

According to Rodion Miroshnik, the Russian side stands firm on the positions formulated in the UN principles by the founding fathers and will defend those at any level

Respondents most frequently named the United States, China, and Russia as the three leading global powers

Regarding the resolution of the Ukraine conflict, 60% of young respondents said they fully agree or tend to agree with the idea that their countries should press for a diplomatic settlement

One of the sources said that Izz al-Din al-Haddad had warned recently that either Hamas makes a «honorable deal» to end the war with Israel or else the war will become «a war of liberation or a war of martyrdom»

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali National Army (SNA) forces, in collaboration with local Macawisley militia fighters, killed two senior Al-Shabaab leaders and two of their bodyguards in a planned military operation in the Guulane area of the Middle Shabelle region, military sources confirmed on Friday.

A techie in Pune was raped by an individual impersonating a courier delivery person, leading to an arrest. The Allahabad HC dismissed a plea challenging the Shahi Eidgah's structure. Delhi witnessed a gruesome double murder in Lajpat Nagar. Operation Sindoor revealed China sharing real-time data on India's assets with Pakistan.

The flood situation in Assam has worsened, with the Dhansiri and Dikhow rivers exceeding danger levels and classified under the «severe flood» category. Six more sites in Assam are under the 'above normal flood' category, with rising water levels. Across India, 14 sites are experiencing severe flooding, and reservoir inflows are being closely monitored.

In popular culture, Swami Vivekananda is oft-remembered for another maxim which is widely misquoted, misused and misunderstood: “You will be nearer to heaven through football than through the study of the Gita.” It sounds like Swami Vivekananda Diego over dharma, but those who read that line and stop there prove precisely why he said it in the first place. It is as misunderstood as Karl Marx’s “religion is the opium of the masses,” which, as Kurt Vonnegut pointed out, for its time and place was like saying religion is like aspirin. It just gave people a little peace in troubled times.

During a Uttar Pradesh temple case hearing, the Supreme Court bench, led by Justice M M Sundresh, firmly told a lawyer not to see God in them but in justice. This came after the lawyer sought discharge due to their client's uncooperative behavior and serious allegations against judges, prompting the court to grant the request.

India has refrained from commenting on the selection process for the next Dalai Lama, emphasising its commitment to religious freedom. This stance follows the current Dalai Lama's declaration that his successor will be chosen by the Gaden Phodrang Trust, a statement perceived as a challenge to China's claim to appoint the next spiritual leader.

MPs have accused Samvel Karapetyan of having links to Russian security services and “robbing” the nation Read Full Article at RT.com

The measure is aimed at exterminating a flesh-eating bug that could devastate the country’s beef industry Read Full Article at RT.com

Both the Russian and US presidents are prepared to hold a summit, but it has to be well-prepared, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Read Full Article at RT.com