Karnataka's next Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, is predicted by his astrologer to hold the top post for an extended period. Dwarkanath, who advises Shivakumar, revealed he provided three auspicious dates for the swearing-in ceremony. The astrologer also confidently stated Shivakumar will secure a victory in the 2028 elections, solidifying his long tenure and bringing prosperity to the state.

Security forces are in the seventh day of a relentless hunt for two to three terrorists in Rajouri's dense forests. The joint operation, bolstered by helicopters, drones, and sniffer dogs, intensified with heavy firing and shelling. A terrorist hideout was also discovered and destroyed. Top officers are overseeing the critical anti-terror mission.

Emergency services raced to the flats in Elephant and Castle, London, at 7.30am on Wednesday to a report of people falling from a height.

A teenager accused of licking a straw from a vending machine before putting it back has returned to Singapore after an overseas trip, and his case has been adjourned to June 26.French national Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 18, had been allowed to leave Singapore for a school-related trip to the Philippines in May.Defence lawyer Kanthan Raghavendra of Kalidass Law Corporation had said in April that the trip was a requirement for him to graduate.Maximilien, a student at Essec Business School located at one-north, was expected to be away from May 2 to 25.On April 24, he was charged with committing mischief and being a public nuisance.He allegedly committed the offences at Goldhill Centre in Thomson Road on or around March 12.Maximilien allegedly licked a straw from an iJooz machine before putting it back in the straw dispenser. He allegedly filmed himself doing it and uploaded the clip on social media.Court documents stated that iJooz, known for its vending machines that serve freshly squeezed orange juice, had to replace all 500 straws in the dispenser after the alleged incident.

A safety inspection at a construction site for a two-storey terrace house in Thomson Green on Friday (May 29) uncovered a string of safety lapses that exposed workers to serious injuries.AsiaOne followed Ministry of Manpower (MOM) inspectors on the site visit and observed unguarded openings, building materials placed near unprotected edges, unguarded machinery, and cluttered walkways, among other lapses.There was also no safe evacuation route for workers in an emergency.The house being built includes an attic, but it was deemed too dangerous for the inspectors to access. The temporary staircase leading to the attic did not provide adequate footing and anyone who slipped risked sliding towards exposed rebars.«On the findings today, we will certainly take the necessary enforcement actions,» said Audrina Chua, director of MOM's occupational safety and health inspectorate. 

A 27-year-old man will be charged in court on Saturday (May 30) for his alleged involvement in a case of loanshark harassment in Bukit Batok.The police said in a news release on Friday night that they were alerted to the case at about 9.50am on Friday.The alleged incident took place at a home along Bukit Batok West Avenue 8.A photograph of the alleged crime scene provided by the police shows a debtor's note placed at the gate of the unit. The gate was also secured with a bicycle lock.The note reads: «Paying back debts is a matter of principle.»Officers from Jurong Police Division identified the man via follow-up investigations and with images from police cameras, and arrested him the same day.The bicycle lock and debtor's note were seized as case exhibits. The penalty for loanshark harassment for first-time offenders is a jail term of up to five years, along with a fine of between $5,000 and $10,000, and mandatory caning of up to six strokes.The police reiterated that they have zero tolerance for loan shark harassment.

The Russian president said this includes duty-free trade

It means that they will become eligible for compulsory medical insurance only after living in Russia for at least five years, the Russian president specified

According to the Belarusian leader, the French president referred to the recent joint Belarusian-Russian nuclear forces exercise

The French president said he would not rule out a meeting with the Russian leader

The Belarusian president said he agreed to the request

As the Russian president noted, there have already been instances of Ukrainian drones crashing in European countries

The Romanian Defense Ministry said earlier that a drone fell on the roof of an apartment building in the city of Galati

Estonia’s Defense Resources Agency says mandatory conscription of women is inevitable as the country will soon run out of men Read Full Article at RT.com

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African migrants are being unfairly blamed for South Africa’s economic and social problems, EFF leader Julius Malema has said Read Full Article at RT.com

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An Indian national and his trading firm have been included in the latest US Iran sanctions list Read Full Article at RT.com

Pope Leo XIV and Prime Minister Modi share a striking alignment on AI governance, emphasizing human-centric development over technological dominance. Both leaders advocate for ethical frameworks, inclusivity, and ensuring AI serves humanity's welfare, not its reduction to data or profit. Their shared vision underscores a growing global consensus for accountable AI.

Central Board of Secondary Education's new digital evaluation system encountered problems. Around 20 answer sheets were mixed up. Over 13,000 required manual checking due to poor scanning. This led to a delay in the post-result verification portal. The board is working to fix technical glitches and ensure a smooth process for students.

Malawi’s commemoration of Menstrual Hygiene Day this year turned attention to a group often left out of national debate—women and girls in prison. At Kachere Prison, government officials, UNICEF and inmates gathered in a rare joint engagement aimed at confronting the stigma, cost, and infrastructure gaps that continue to turn menstruation into a barrier to […] The post Breaking the Silence on Malawi’s Prisons: Stakeholders Mark Menstrual Hygiene Day at Kachere Prison appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Paul Katema Foundation says it is seeing encouraging results from its Young Builders Challenge, as several young entrepreneurs continue to grow their businesses after receiving seed capital, mentorship, and structured business support under the programme. The Foundation says the progress reflects its broader goal of turning innovative ideas into sustainable enterprises led by young […] The post Paul Katema Foundation’s Young Builders Challenge fuels youth business growth and innovation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Apostle Clifford Kawinga of Salvation For All Ministries International, through the Hope Field Initiative, on Friday brought relief and renewed hope to Mr. Yotamu Nkokoko, a man who has spent nearly three decades bedridden in Thundudzi Village under Senior Chief Chauma in Dedza District. For 29 years, Nkokoko has lived confined to his home, relying […] The post Apostle Kawinga brings hope to bedridden Dedza man after 29 years of suffering appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Scenes of PC Zachary Marsden kicking a prone Asian man in the head in July 2024 sparked outrage, with protesters taking to the streets holding 'Black Lives Matter' placards.

À l'heure où la Coupe d'Afrique des Nations 2025 mobilise tout le continent, la diaspora gabonaise en France lance l'édition 2025 de Miss et Mister Gabon France. Un concours qui veut aller au-delà des podiums pour faire de ses lauréats de véritables ambassadeurs de la jeunesse gabonaise. Le concours sera sous le signe de la CAN 2025. L'édition de cette année s'inscrit directement dans l'élan de la CAN 2025. L'idée : célébrer l'alliance entre beauté, esprit de compétition, culture et (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Nichées dans la province de la Ngounié, les grottes de Bongolo représentent l'un des trésors naturels les plus impressionnants du Gabon. Véritable patrimoine écologique et touristique, ce site fascine par sa beauté sauvage, son histoire et le mystère qui entoure ses formations rocheuses. Encore peu connues du grand public, les grottes de Bongolo constituent pourtant une richesse naturelle exceptionnelle qui mérite d'être valorisée et protégée. Ces grottes offrent un spectacle unique. (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

When Nell Jensen took her first dose of the weight-loss injection Wegovy she thought it would be the beginning of the end to her lifelong struggle with her weight.

Outgoing Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah met with Congress leaders in Delhi, fulfilling his promise to resign and paving the way for a transition. He reportedly sought cabinet berths for his son and loyalists, while the party prepares for a state unit reorganization where he is expected to play a key role.

Rahul Gandhi interacted with autorickshaw drivers in Delhi, listening to their concerns about rising expenses and livelihoods. He wore a driver's uniform and shared a simple meal with them, promising to raise their issues in Parliament. The outreach occurred as the Congress party prepares for discussions on Karnataka cabinet representation.

Prime Minister Modi is personally overseeing NEET reforms following the paper leak, the Centre informed the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, the Sensex experienced a significant drop amid monsoon fears and global uncertainties. The NIA busted a Pakistan-linked drone terror plot, and Rishabh Pant stepped down as LSG captain. NATO condemned Russia after a drone incident near Ukraine.