Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali Council of Ministers appointed General Asad Osman Abdullahi as the country's new police commissioner on Thursday, replacing Major General Sulub Ahmed Firin.

Energy supply security is often defined as the availability of an adequate supply of energy at a reasonable cost. Even a partial supply disruption can have severe consequences, which the European Union has experienced on several occasions. Over the years, energy market developments have affected the EU's economic situation time and again, from the 1970s oil crisis to the 2009 gas crisis and 2022 energy price crisis following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. With the exception of coal, the EU's energy resources are limited, leaving it particularly vulnerable to disruption, particularly for oil and gas supplies. The EU has a relatively high dependency on energy imports (62.5 % in 2022) and this rate has been increasing since 1990. The EU has built a legislative framework to ensure the security of its energy supplies. The electricity sector is subject to a regulation on risk-preparedness that mandates Member States to implement tools for preventing and managing potential electricity crises – and to work together once such crises occur. The Oil Stocks Directive requires Member States to hold a minimum reserve and inform the European Commission about the stock they hold. The EU Regulation concerning measures to safeguard the security of gas supply ('Security of Gas Supply Regulation') introduces a solidarity mechanism between Member States and a supply standard ensuring continuous gas supply to protected customers. Despite this comprehensive framework, significant challenges remain on the road towards a fully-fledged EU energy security strategy. The planned revision of the EU regulation, expected for 2025, could provide the impetus to adapt the existing security framework to new challenges resulting from the decarbonisation of the energy market and new import patterns. The security framework could be broadened to reflect a new way of perceiving energy supply security, based not only on energy sources, but also on the ability to produce energy domestically (including through renewable energy). The issue of energy security will likely remain a long-term challenge for the EU. Scope remains for stronger coordination between Member States and legislative intervention to complete the framework. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Amid the rush to secure Malaysia's Vehicle Entry Permits (VEP) before the Oct 1 deadline, some Singapore drivers have fallen prey to scams that offer help with VEP applications.  Several drivers said they've received fake RFID tags after engaging these services, Shin Min Daily News reported on Wednesday (Sept 25). Wang, an employee of Zhou Xiaobao Singapore-Malaysia Towing Services, which helps Singaporean drivers apply for VEP, told Shin Min that the company has received at least three complaints of fake RFID tags over the past three weeks.  His company charges around $200 for VEP application, while the fraudsters are offering the same service for $130.  «When car owners submitted their information [to the scammers], they were given RFID tags. »But when the car owners took the RFID tags to the installation centre, they were told the tags were fake," he said.  Wang explained that his company charges more for services as some car owners also consult them on specific problems regarding the RFID tags, which they will try to resolve. 

The Road Safety Alert Foundation (ROSAF) says they will host a Car Free Day this coming Friday, September 27, 2024, in Lilongwe in order to sensitise the public on the alternative modes of transportation to reduce carbon emissions and accidents. Addressing the press conference in Lilongwe, ROSAF Executive Director Joel Jere said the day is […] The post Malawi to commemorate Car free day this coming Friday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Renowned businessperson Charles Zimba, chief executive officer for SICO Holdings, and renowned musician Elli Njuchi are set to headline an exciting Mbumba Arts and Cultural Festival this Saturday at Mzuzu Stadium from 10:00 hrs to 19:30 hrs. The festival will include different music performances, cultural dances, cultural food, cultural heritage presentations and cultural clothing. Artists […] The post Businessperson Charles Zimba, Elli Njuchi to headline Mbumba cultural Festival in Mzuzu this Saturday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has held its inaugural White Coat Ceremony, honoring 30 newly graduated dietitians. “The White Coat Ceremony symbolizes the transition of our students from academic life to professional practice,” said Professor Emmanuel Kaunda, LUANAR Vice Chancellor. “We have realized that when people go into hospital, that’s when […] The post LUANAR holds inaugural white coat ceremony for dietitians appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Have you ever paid more than an additional $1 for takeaway at a foodcourt? A customer was surprised to be charged a «whopping» $1.20 takeaway fee in addition to the $6 chicken wings he bought at a Woodlands foodcourt on on Sept 21. The wings were $1.50 each from the western food stall in the Cantine Corner by Kopitiam foodcourt at Admiralty Place. The takeaway fee cost almost as much as a wing. Stomp contributor PKJ shared a photo of the receipt, which showed a total of $7.20 for four wings, inclusive of the takeaway fee. «In this day and age, it is normal to be charged extra for takeaway food,» said the Stomp contributor. «The reason we would think is to pay for the cost of plastic takeaway packaging. You can imagine our surprise to be charged $1.20 for a plastic bag and a wax paper bag for four pieces of fried chicken. »Fifty cents is still acceptable, but a whopping $1.20 is practically daylight robbery. «Tell me am I wrong to think like this?»

Wang Yi recalled that in just a few days China and Russia will celebrate 75 years since the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations

Mogadishu (HOL) — A four-day conference on Somalia's financial reform and economic development concluded Wednesday in Istanbul, Turkey. The event marked the second review of Somalia's Financial Reform and Economic Development Program, backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Kenya's government is close to agreeing a $1.5 billion loan from the United Arab Emirates with an interest rate of 8.2% which will help bridge the East African nation's financing gap, a source familiar with the situation told Reuters.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Ethiopian forces, part of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), are leading the renovation of Bardhere Airport in Somalia's Gedo region, further intensifying already high tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia.

It will be Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo's third-ever visit to Russia

The report also pointed out that 23 Israelis have been killed in the West Bank and East Jerusalem during the same period

According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs information, more than 801,000 tons were food

On September 23, Israel launched Operation Arrows of the North against Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, carrying out massive attacks on the Shia group's military installations

One official said that diplomats had held talks with both countries and expressed hope that representatives of their governments would accept the proposal «in the coming hours»

WESTERN BUREAU: David Pryce, regional manager for the National Water Commission in Hanover, says the company will be undertaking corrective measures to address the concerns of residents of Pond Piece in Hopewell, Hanover, who are distressed about...

The nine-member school team representing Jamaica at this year’s Robotics Olympics was set to arrive in Greece yesterday for the start of the competition today. The team comprises five students, two coaches, one additional student and one additional...

Excelsior Community College (ECC) commenced its 50th anniversary celebrations with a special Thanksgiving Church Service on Sunday, September 22, at the Vineyard Town Methodist Church. On Monday, the college officially launched its year-long...

WESTERN BUREAU: Denese Adams, the vendor who was caught in a viral video urinating into a container and then pouring it into a bottle at the Charles Gordon Market in Montego Bay, St James, made her first appearance in the St James Parish Court...

WESTERN BUREAU: Residents in proximity to the Falmouth Hospital and surrounding communities in Trelawny will now have access to diagnostic services thanks to an arrangement that was recently signed between Omega Medical Services and the Western...

In a move set to significantly boost trade financing in Malawi, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a landmark US$100-million Trade Finance Facilitation Facility (AFTRAF) agreement with National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc, the country’s largest bank by assets. Representing the largest AFTRAF facility ever to be extended by Afreximbank in Malawi, the US$100-million AFTRAF […] The post NBM plc secures landmark US$100 million from Afreximbank for trade finance appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Beatitude Naturopathy and Wellness Centre has organized week-long Backpain and Arthritis awareness and alignment sessions where patients will be treated using naturopathic methods. The Centre’s Director Francis Malunga said in an interview yesterday that the awareness week will run from 23 September to 27 September 2024 from 7.30am to noon at their centre at Manase […] The post Wellness Centre in Backpain and Arthritis awareness week appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As train service disruptions on the East-West Line (EWL) stretch into the second day, some taxis offered free rides to affected students sitting for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) on Thursday (Sept 26). Five Strides Premier taxis were spotted waiting near Jurong East MRT station at about 7am to ferry PSLE takers to nearby examination centres, reported 8world. SMRT staff at the taxi stand that morning also shouted «are there any students here?» to alert them to the free rides. Announcements urging students to head to the taxi stand were also played at the MRT station, according to Lianhe Zaobao. Students waiting for the free buses and bridging buses were also brought to the front of queues by SMRT staff. Strides Premier taxi driver Wen Jinchang (transliteration), who was stationed at Clementi MRT station, said drivers had earlier received a message from the cab operator which asked those interested in ferrying PSLE students to wait at the affected MRT stations at 6.15am.

Moscow’s updated deterrence doctrine warns the West it cannot continue using Ukraine as a proxy with impunity, Colonel Rohit Dev believes Read Full Article at RT.com

Beijing has test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), with the Chinese military calling it part of routine annual training Read Full Article at RT.com

The first independent economic assessment of Vanuatu's international yachting industry has revealed substantial contributions to the local economy in 2023.

The Interim Chairman of the Council of Ohlen Freshwind, Chief Peter Yamak believes that Chiefs should be the first responders when there is a domestic dispute and not the police, arguing that they existed before the police, so all domestic…

Sir Keir Starmer was accused of 'hoodwinking' the public last night after telling Britain to work from home during Covid from the comfort of Lord Alli's luxury penthouse.

The president chaired the permanent conference of the Russian Security Council on nuclear deterrence, tasked with shaping decisions related to the country’s nuclear policy, on Wednesday, September 25