Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali government has officially acceded to the Convention on the International Mobile Satellite Organization (IMSO), a move described as a major advancement in the country’s efforts to improve maritime safety, security, and technological integration.

Small-scale farmers in Kenya sang and celebrated on Thursday after a court ruling secured their right to carry on the traditional practice of sharing local seeds.

«All the technical preparations go in line with the agreed schedule, so first concrete will be poured in soil on February 5,» the Hungarian foreign minister said

The yuan lost 33.95 kopecks against the ruble over the month from 10.92 rubles to 11.26 rubles

«Meetings with the US side will take place in the near future,» Vladimir Zelensky said

Much depends on commercial talks, the official noted

Unlike the European Union, Russia respects Hungary’s position on Ukraine, the Russian foreign minister noted

If enacted on a long-term basis, the change would significantly shift the way National Guard troops have worked with law enforcement in the District since their arrival.

Peter Augustine, pictured, launched a savage attack on frail 'gentleman' John Mackey in broad daylight. Prolific thief Augustine claimed to be hungry, and made off with his victim's groceries and takeaway.

Officials close to the talks say the US president has dispatched his peace envoy, Steve Witkoff, along with his son-in-law, Jared Kushner , to set out the proposal to Putin in Moscow.

Tenants will foot the bill for painful tax hikes Rachel Reeves imposed on landlords in the Budget, property insiders warn.

Denmark has set up a special “night watch” tasked with monitoring US President Donald Trump’s statements Read Full Article at RT.com

OpenAI may need over $200 billion by 2030 to cover soaring computing costs as the global AI race accelerates, HSBC research says Read Full Article at RT.com

The co-owner of the store Ljósmyndavörur is perplexed that the man who bought the cameras stolen from the shop in August will face no consequences. The cameras were recently recovered—all found in the same man’s home—after the store received an anonymous tip.

Israeli troops have been accused of executing two unarmed Palestinian men they suspected of being terrorists who surrendered during a raid in the West Bank. 

Having scrutinised the consultation document on eVED, I've identified five huge problems the Government faces when it intends to levy pay-per-mile taxation on EVs from 2028...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a series of extraordinary grim warnings about the state of the government's books in the run-up to the Budget.

Volodymyr Zelensky's underfire chief of staff has dramatically quit this afternoon hours after anti-graft investigators searched his home amid a deepening corruption crisis in Ukraine.

The US is keeping the EU “in the dark” regarding its peace roadmap for Ukraine, Politico has reported, citing an unnamed EU diplomat Read Full Article at RT.com

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has predicted “extremely negative” consequences for Ukraine from the unfolding corruption scandal Read Full Article at RT.com

India is reportedly preparing a proposal to Rosoboronexport to replenish its arsenal for the Russian surface-to-air missile system Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK plans to sell embassies and diplomatic housing abroad and cut staff to reduce costs, Politico has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Singapore's separation from Malaysia on Aug 9, 1965 — long viewed as abrupt and involuntary, and marked by the late Lee Kuan Yew's iconic and emotional television address — has since been recast as more nuanced in recent years. Following Mr Lee's 1998 memoirs The Singapore Story and former deputy prime minister Goh Keng Swee's 2007 biography, the circumstances surrounding Singapore's independence has gradually been reinterpreted over the years. A string of newly declassified documents, including Cabinet papers and handwritten notes by Dr Goh, known as the Albatross File, are the topic of a permanent exhibition that will open to the public on Dec 8 at the National Library Building. AsiaOne got a first glimpse of the exhibition on Wednesday (Nov 26) and spoke to Executive Creative Director Gene Tan, who shed some light into the process of putting it all together. Centred around the theme of «Feel History», Tan shared that he wanted the exhibition to be akin to an experience — «something that a person takes away». 

The Singapore Sports Hub is now officially The Kallang — in a brand refresh which includes plans for a revamped mall with new alfresco food and beverage establishments.The move comes nearly three years after the Government took over ownership and management of the facility from a private consortium.In a media statement on Friday (Nov 28), The Kallang’s operator Kallang Alive Sport Management — which has changed its name to The Kallang Group — said that the brand refresh honours Singapore’s sporting heritage.«It embraces our collective memories while strengthening our belief that sport, entertainment, lifestyle and community form the pillars of a dynamic ecosystem,» it said.Beyond the name change, the group announced that the existing Kallang Wave Mall will undergo a three-year facelift, which they said will «elevate the experience of everyone stepping into The Kallang».These include new alfresco food and beverage establishments, play areas for children and padel courts.The revamp to the mall will start in phases from the second quarter of next year, with its completion slated for 2028, and will remain operational throughout.

Twelve migrant workers were arrested on Thursday (Nov 27) at a Woodlands dormitory for suspected drug-related offences. In a statement on Friday (Nov 28), the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), which conducted the raid, said that the men — 11 Bangladeshis and a Myanmar national — are aged between 23 and 40 years old.A 34-year-old Bangladeshi, was arrested for suspected drug trafficking and drug consumption offences.The four-hour operation involved officers from the Singapore Police Force, Ministry of Manpower, Immigration and Checkpoints Authority and Health Sciences Authority.Superintendent Xanthus Tong, deputy commanding officer of CNB’s J Division, said that the operation is part of the bureau’s law enforcement efforts against drug abuse and trafficking, as well as other criminal and illicit activities.«Drugs have no place in Singapore, be it in the community, workplace or residential premises. Our enforcement efforts are geared towards early detection and intervention,» he said, adding that early detection allows risks from drug abuse or illicit activities to be addressed «quickly» and prevent the spread.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has invited Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar for breakfast following a directive from the party high command to discuss the ongoing «power tussle» over the chief ministerial post. This meeting comes as the Congress government reaches its halfway mark, with reports of Shivakumar's faction pushing for a leadership transition.

Karnataka finds itself engulfed in a tumultuous political crisis as tensions rise between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. This escalating feud evokes memories of previous leadership battles in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, where indecisive moves from the Congress high command contributed to electoral failures.

Read Full Article at RT.com

Veteran Congress leader M Veerappa Moily has criticized the party's high command for the ongoing leadership crisis in Karnataka. He emphasized the need for discipline within the party, stating that leadership representatives should have anticipated the current political turmoil. Moily refrained from commenting on specific leadership changes, focusing instead on the immediate requirement for party discipline.

Punjab Cabinet approved empanelment of 300 doctors across 12 specialties to boost healthcare. This move aims to enhance specialist availability and improve secondary healthcare quality in government facilities. Specialists will receive fees per patient, with incentives for night duties. A proposal for border area incentives for government doctors and teachers is also underway.

India's economy surged by 8.2% in the July-September quarter, marking a six-quarter high. Prime Minister Modi attributed this robust growth to the «hard work and enterprise» of Indians and the government's pro-growth policies. Finance Minister Sitharaman highlighted sustained economic momentum driven by reforms and fiscal consolidation, reinforcing India's position as the world's fastest-growing major economy.