Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, February 24th

This is the dialogue primarily about unblocking the operations of the diplomatic missions of both countries, Dmitry Peskov specified

The consulate official clarified that the diplomatic mission’s building had not incurred any damage

«This is what we have always tried to draw attention to for our opponents in Europe, and what they have been reluctant to do, along with the previous Washington administration,» Dmitry Peskov noted

«We will continue our contacts with our American partners, and there is a corresponding agreement on this,» the top Russian diplomat said

[Leadership] The federal government has spent about $8 billion to stabilise the exchange rate of the Naira to the US dollar at its current levels.

[Liberian Investigator] In an address at the Conservative Political Action Conference over the weekend, President Donald Trump lambasted U.S. foreign aid spending, singling out, among others, a US$14 million USAID grant to Liberia for a social cohesion project as nothing more than a scam.

[Capital FM] Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has denounced the trivialization of petitions against judges after his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, vowed there would be «consequences» should Chief Justice Martha Koome be removed from office.

Kenneth Bischoff, 66, also filmed women through hotel windows and meticulously titled and collated the videos to create a 'pornographic catalogue'.

While vapes are generally considered safer than cigarettes, surveys have found around 8 per cent of adult vapers have never even smoked before.

Andrew Searle, 65, and his wife Dawn, 56, who only married two years ago, were found dead earlier this month by a horrified neighbour

Peter Reynolds, 79, and his wife Barbie, 75, were detained as they travelled to their home in the country's Bamyan province on February 1.

Jason Knauf appeared to stand by his 2018 complaint about the behaviour of the Duchess of Sussex that leaked just before the couple's Oprah interview in 2021.

«The differences in party platforms become irrelevant,» Alexander Rahr noted

The Russian and US sides agreed on restoring channels of communication on all the issues of bilateral relations and international affairs, including Ukraine, the Russian foreign minister noted

The Сouncil of the EU stated that video game controllers were allegedly used to guide drones

Maria Zakharova urged the host country to take immediate, thorough action to investigate the incident, as well as measures to improve the security of Russia’s foreign facilities

On February 18, the Russian and American delegations convened in Riyadh for 4.5 hours of discussions

Some drivers say the white paint of their Hyundais is peeling off in large chunks and that getting help from the automaker has been nearly impossible. It's not just happening here in Canada; drivers around the world have all reported the same problem with relatively new vehicles.

Montreal's public transit agency sounded the alarm about the Metro being relied upon as a «last-resort shelter.» What can be done to improve the situation?

Some Ontario voters who consider themselves politically non-aligned — setting aside their desire to boot Doug Ford and his PC government out of office — often bemoan the unwillingness of the Liberals and NDP to co-operate at election time. 

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau paid a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday along with other Western political leaders to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Castel Malawi Limited has reinforced its dedication to environmental sustainability by expanding its reforestation efforts at Lilongwe Bridge in Area 33. On Tuesday, the company planted an additional 1,000 trees as part of its long-term commitment to restoring Malawi’s natural ecosystems. As a significant industrial stakeholder and water user, Castel Malawi has been at the […] The post Castel plants 1000 additional trees in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Youth and Society (YAS) has strongly condemned the threats and intimidation against lawyer Gift-Dick Chimowa, who has been forced to withdraw from representing human rights lawyer Alexius Kamangila due to growing security concerns. In a statement released Monday, YAS decried the incidents as a serious threat to the independence of the legal profession and Malawi’s […] The post YAS Condemns Threats Against Kamangila’s Lawyer Gift Chimowa: Calls for Immediate Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Downing Street confirmed in a statement that the pair will show a joint front over their stance on Ukraine when meeting with the US President in the coming days.

MailOnline's analysis, involving all of the around 2,580 terminals in Britain, comes as crime on the transport network hit a record high last year.

[HRW] US Sanctions Rwandan Ex-Commander, Congolese Rebel Official

[MSF] In recent days, the security situation around the city of Uvira, in South Kivu province of Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has rapidly deteriorated, reaching a critical point on 15 February. Residents describe scenes of looting, increased violence, and clashes within the city between the Congolese army (FARDC) and the Wazalendo fighters. Medical facilities have not been spared from gunfire, impacting patient care. Staff from Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) who were present at the onset of

[The Conversation Africa] As the armed conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) rages on, calls are being made for non-military solutions.

«If you feel ok, there is no point going for health screening». This is a common misconception deterring people from getting their health checked. Reasons why one might avoid regular screenings could include the fear of discovering a negative outcome and assumptions that it takes time to keep up with appointments. Healthier SG, a national initiative, is here to help you navigate your preventive care journey with ease. In this episode, follow Chef Bob, a culinary host and esteemed chef, as he brings you through his journey of enrolling in Healthier SG. To learn how Healthier SG can help Singaporeans in their 40s like him, Bob visited Dr Precelia Lam, a Healthier SG General Practitioner (GP) from Raffles Medical who has assisted more than 300 Healthier SG enrollees in customising their health plans and supporting them in managing their health or conditions in the long-term. Dr Lam likens the Health Plan to «a recipe you and your family doctor create together». «It gives you a clear picture of your health right now and changes you need to make to keep your health on track and prevent issues down the road», she explains.

A woman, claiming to be the mother of a student kicked by schoolmates at Montfort Secondary School, has filed a police report and is threatening legal action, she said in a Facebook post on Sunday (Feb 23). The post by user Joleen Wee claimed that she is a single mum speaking out on behalf of her son's «traumatic experience.» This comes after a Facebook post on Saturday (Feb 22) depicted a boy being kicked and tripped by schoolmates. The video, which has garnered over 3,900 reactions and more than 10,000 shares, has since been removed. One of the earlier posts on Facebook had reportedly racked up more than 1.2 million views. In the video, a group of Montfort Sec students trail behind their schoolmate for a distance, before two break off to approach him. One of them then trips the boy and pushes him, causing him to fall, while the other kicks him. The boy then gets back to his feet and attempts to walk away before being tripped again. Phobia about going school Adding to this video, Wee claimed that her son had been strangled and beaten prior to the video that was uploaded.

SINGAPORE — Graduates fresh out of university found it harder to find full-time permanent jobs, with the proportion dropping below 80 per cent, according to the latest graduate employment survey. Results from the survey, which were released on Feb 24, showed that 79.5 per cent of graduates secured full-time positions in 2024, down from 84.1 per cent in 2023. But those who did find full-time jobs saw higher earnings with the median gross monthly salary at $4,500 in 2024, up from $4,317 in 2023. More fresh graduates were unemployed — 12.9 per cent in 2024, up from 10.4 per cent in 2023. This group refers to those who are unemployed and looking for a job or about to start work or business ventures. More of them are also in part-time or temporary work — six per cent, up from four per cent in 2023 — or doing freelance work (1.6 per cent, up from 1.5 per cent in 2023). Most graduates in this group were in such roles voluntarily, the survey noted.

Alex Hodgson Doughty, 32, went missing in September 2022 while he was visiting Jacksonville.

As global economies struggle with slow growth, inflation, and rising debt, Africa is emerging as one of the most promising investment destinations in the world. The continent is home to seven of the ten fastest-growing economies, a rapidly expanding middle class, and a booming digital economy. Despite this, Africa continues to receive only 3% of […] The post Africa’s Investment Boom: A $3.4 Trillion Opportunity Malawi Cannot Afford to Miss appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.