A powerful earthquake struck off Kamchatka’s coast on the morning of July 30, it became the strongest earthquake to hit the region since 1952

Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol noted that without the US president’s intervention, Cambodia and Thailand would likely not have forged a deal to end border hostilities

Retired Lieutenant-Colonel Ralf Bosshard noted that «the EU and NATO are now doing everything possible to prevent a ceasefire, even if it means the complete defeat of their partner and de facto ally»

On August 1st, the heads of the Russian and US space agencies held the first meeting in eight years

Russian gas exports to Europe in this direction rose to 1.59 bcm

[allAfrica] Barcelona is set to feature «DR Congo - Heart of Africa» on the back of their training shirts from next season, following a $50 million four-year partnership with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo).

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[allAfrica] Sexual violence has reached devastating levels in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), with nearly 40,000 women treated by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in 2024 alone.

The Supreme Court considered closing the criminal defamation case against Shashi Tharoor over his «scorpion on a Shivling» remark about Narendra Modi. While Tharoor sought adjournment, the complainant wanted a hearing, but the bench suggested dismissing the case, emphasizing tolerance among political figures. The court eventually scheduled the matter for another day, maintaining a previous order that had suspended proceedings.

The Election Commission of India has declared that the election for the Vice President of India is scheduled for September 9, 2025. As per the ECI's released schedule, the deadline for submitting nominations is August 21. The counting of votes will occur on the same day as the election, September 9.

Rahul Gandhi has accused the Election Commission of India of «vote theft,» claiming to possess irrefutable evidence. He alleges the EC is working for the BJP to manipulate votes, citing suspicions from past elections in Madhya Pradesh, Lok Sabha, and Maharashtra. Gandhi warned of exposing this alleged misconduct, deeming it treasonous and promising accountability for those involved.

Shashi Tharoor contradicted Rahul Gandhi's agreement with Donald Trump's assessment of the Indian economy. While Rahul Gandhi claimed PM Modi had «killed» the economy, Tharoor stated that this was not the case. Trump had suggested India and Russia could «take their dead economies down together,» a statement Rahul Gandhi supported.

Former Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan opposes the term «saffron terror,» associating saffron with revered figures and symbols. This statement follows the acquittal of all accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case due to lack of evidence. Chavan also countered Amit Shah's claim about Hindus and terrorism, reminding him of Nathuram Godse.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni warned Friday that escalating federal military operations in the southern Gedo region are endangering Somalia’s stability and could spark a broader breakdown of national cohesion.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Banadir Regional Administration has committed $200,000 in emergency aid to support communities in Somalia’s Awdal region, where a prolonged drought has triggered a worsening humanitarian crisis.

Indian economist Gurcharan Das told RT that Washington’s latest move against New Delhi could be a “negotiating tactic”c Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused Western nations of ignoring “borderline savagery” in Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi has numerous alternate oil suppliers, but still chooses Moscow, US Secretary of State Rubio has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Police Force Commissioner Brigadier General Asad Osman Abdullahi chaired a high-level security meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday, outlining a renewed commitment to combat insurgent threats and implement the country’s newly adopted security development plan.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali federal government has reportedly taken full control of Balad Hawo district in the Gedo region following several days of intense clashes with forces loyal to the Jubbaland regional administration.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given the Tea Association of Malawi Limited (TAML) K5 million towards its annual conference, scheduled for July 31 to August 1, 2025 in Salima. Speaking during the symbolic cheque handover ceremony in Blantyre on Tuesday, NBM plc Mobile and E-Money Services Manager, Enala Chirwa, said this year’s conference, which falls […] The post NBM plc supports Tea Association conference with K5 million appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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A red e-vapouriser disposal bin in Bedok was more than half-filled by July 29 — just four days after the Bin The Vape initiative was launched.This was announced by MP for East Coast GRC Tan Kiat How in an Instagram post on July 31.«I'm heartened that many have stepped forth to voluntarily dispose of their e-vaporisers,» he wrote.The bin, which is located in Heartbeat@Bedok, has been safely emptied by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA), according to Tan.«I encourage those who have not done so to come forward to bin your e-vapourisers during this campaign period and take the first step towards a better health,» he wrote.Tan is also the Senior Minister of State for Health. Campaign began amidst concerns about etomidateOn July 25, the Ministry of Health, HSA and People's Association launched the Bin The Vape campaign, encouraging vape users to kick the habit and safely dispose their devices in designated bins set up at 24 locations island-wide.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's National Day message will be delivered on Aug 8 (Friday), the eve of National Day. PM Wong, who is also Finance Minister, will deliver his message in English. This is his second National Day message since he took over as Singapore's fourth prime minister on May 15, 2024. His message will be broadcast at 6.40pm on CNA and radio station CNA938. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong will deliver the message in Mandarin, and it will be broadcast on Mediacorp's Channel 8 and radio station Capital 95.8FM at 8.40pm.Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs and Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Assoc Prof Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim will deliver the message in Malay. This will be broadcast at 8.30pm on Mediacorp's Suria. Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth, and Manpower Dinesh Vasu Dash will deliver the message in Tamil. This will be broadcast at 9pm on Mediacorp's Vasantham and radio statio Oli 96.8FM. 

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Anil Ambani on August 5 concerning a loan fraud case amid bribery and unsecured loan allegations. This action follows ED raids at over 35 locations in Mumbai, investigating the diversion of approximately Rs 3,000 crore in loans granted by Yes Bank to Ambani's group companies between 2017 and 2019.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a doubling of honorariums for education workers, including cooks, night watchmen, and physical education instructors, ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. This move aims to boost morale and dedication by increasing monthly salaries and annual increments.