Western Bureau:         The National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA), is calling on communities to abandon outdated beliefs and embrace efforts to protect children’s mental health and well-being as they too experience the stress, trauma and anxiety associated with adults.

WESTERN BUREAU: Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton says Jamaicans living along the island’s north coast will soon begin to benefit from significantly improved healthcare services as restoration work on Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) nears completion and the new Western Child and Adolescent Hospital is almost ready to open.

Charging that the Government has abandoned rural development as a national priority, Opposition spokesman on rural and community development Dr Kenneth Russell on Wednesday proposed sweeping reforms, including a National Rural Development Framework and updated legislation to strengthen community development across Jamaica.

The completion date for phase one of the SPARK (Shared Prosperity through Accelerated Improvement to our Road Network) programme has been officially revised from the end of 2026 to March 31, 2027, says Works Minister Robert Morgan, who stressed on Wednesday that the administration is prioritising quality and comprehensive infrastructure — such as installing water and sewer utilities alongside repaving — over rushed, short-term patching.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding’s recommendation for the Jamaican Diaspora to be integrated into the country’s governance structure has been dismissed as “farfetched” by political commentator Lloyd B. Smith, who insists that focus should instead be placed on developing local talent.

Three people have been killed in attacks by Kiev’s drones in Russian regions bordering Ukraine, the authorities have said Read Full Article at RT.com

[Agenzia Fides] Niamey -- The official toll from yesterday's jihadist attack, June 18, on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, has risen. According to a statement released by the Nigerien Ministry of Defense, 11 soldiers and 2 civilians were killed in the attack, while 22 attackers were «neutralized.» In addition, around 20 suspects have been arrested.

[Agenzia Fides] Nairobi -- In view of the 2027 general elections, Kenya's main political leaders have intensified their presence in churches of various Christian denominations.

[allAfrica] My father is a devout Lutheran. My mother is a practicing Muslim. I was educated at a Catholic school. This is not an unusual story in Tanzania - it is a very ordinary one.

Two men were convicted over fires linked to Keir Starmer, but the rush to blame Russia raises questions the trial never answered in court Read Full Article at RT.com

Ahead of the NEET re-exam, Rahul Gandhi offered encouragement to students and urged the government to prevent further disruptions. He highlighted the stress faced by aspirants, referencing a case of a Nagpur student reportedly assigned an Abu Dhabi center, though the NTA clarified the student chose the option. Gandhi emphasized the need for a reliable examination system.

India, once concerned about a population boom, now faces a declining birth rate, with the Total Fertility Rate dropping to 1.9 children per woman, below the replacement level. This significant shift reflects women's increased educational attainment, career focus, and later marriages, leading to more personal choices about family planning. The narrative is evolving from population control to individual decisions, marking a societal transition.

The CBI will challenge the acquittal of nine individuals, including former NCP leader Padamsinh Patil, in the 2006 Pawanraje Nimbalkar double murder case. Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister confirmed the appeal to the Bombay High Court, citing disappointment with the special court's decision. The acquittal, nearly two decades after the murders, hinged on the unreliability of a key witness. This high-profile political murder case is set for further legal battle.

Highlighting the NTA's web-activity records, the test-conducting body said its record indicated that the city was changed through «candidate's own registered login credentials» during the open correction window. The NTA also claimed that the centre was previewed twice from the candidates' credentials. «​Despite that NTA has accorded to aspirant’s request and the change of centre was actioned,» the body said. ​​

Both William and Harry's children are growing fast, but the last time they were even in the same country was four years ago, in June 2022. Californian-born Lili was just one year old.

Residents of Area 26 in Lilongwe are urging President Arthur Peter Mutharika to intervene in a long‑running land dispute, accusing developer GM Properties Limited of pushing ahead with evictions despite a High Court ruling requiring compensation first. It has been more than 18 months since High Court Judge Howard Pemba ordered the company to compensate […] The post ‘We will be homeless’: Area 26 residents push Mutharika to stop eviction without compensation appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF)  latest mission statement reads like a diplomatic pat on the back — “constructive discussions”, “credible policies”, “commitment to stability”. But for Malawians living with a collapsing kwacha, empty forex reserves and the highest cost‑of‑living pressure in years, the tone borders on detached. The Fund applauds government efforts to “align domestic […] The post IMF optimism meets Malawi’s harsh economic reality: Mwanamvekha can’t keep dodging responsibility appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

ActionAid Malawi has called on journalists to play a stronger role in pushing the Fund Our Future Climate Justice Campaign, arguing that media collaboration is essential if Malawi is to build momentum behind climate justice. Speaking at a media orientation workshop in Mponela, ActionAid Malawi executive director Yandura Chipeta said the session was designed to […] The post ActionAid calls on Malawi’s media to expose climate injustice and pressure big polluters appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The suspect was recruited via Telegram and in May 2026 carried out intimidation acts at the servicemen's residential addresses

According to IRNA agency, Mohsin Raza Naqvi will hold a series of meetings with representatives of the Iranian authorities in Tehran

The US Air Force has reinstated mandatory flu jabs for recruits at a Texas base after an outbreak reportedly infected more than 200 members Read Full Article at RT.com

Ex-President Dmitry Medvedev and Senator Andrey Klishas welcomed Poland stripping Vladimir Zelensky of a state honor over Nazi glorification Read Full Article at RT.com

X opted not to delete calls for burning Lebanon posted by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Read Full Article at RT.com

As three men lift Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas into the air, it's clear that something is seriously wrong.

It was ten years ago that the people of this country voted to leave the European Union , and I look back on that moment with undiminished joy - and continuing amazement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated President Droupadi Murmu's birthday by highlighting her dedication to public service before joining her in Odisha. Their visit included engagements in her native Mayurbhanj district and the inauguration of development projects exceeding Rs 47,600 crore. These initiatives span energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and more, aiming to boost connectivity and create jobs across the state.

A political storm has erupted in Varanasi after Congress workers depicted Rahul Gandhi as Lord Parshuram, performing a symbolic milk ablution on his photograph. The BJP has strongly condemned the act, accusing the Congress of disrespecting Hindu faith and using religious symbols for political gain. Congress leaders, however, defended the gesture, questioning the BJP's monopoly on religious figures and asserting Gandhi's distinct identity.