Wellington gèle un versement d’environ 1,2 milliard de francs pacifique, destiné aux îles Cook. Le petit État du Pacifique a scellé un partenariat stratégique avec la Chine, provoquant la colère de son allié néo-zélandais. Ce pacte, qui inclut des volets commerciaux et miniers, inquiète Wellington. La reprise de l’aide est conditionnée à des gestes concrets de l’archipel.

La Direction de la jeunesse et des sports est sur le point de mettre en pratique les nouvelles réglementations concernant les tests antidopage. La semaine dernière, des footballeurs ont dû se soumettre à un test inopiné. En réalité, il s’agissait d’un test pratique pour les contrôleurs en formation.

Le taux d'adoption de la fourrière de Punaauia et Paea, le SIGFA, est passé à 90% l'année dernière. C'est en partie grâce à une présence forte sur les réseaux sociaux, depuis l'embauche d'une responsable de la communication.

The Delhi High Court has denied interim relief to a man accused of his wife's murder in London, who is challenging a lower court order declaring him a proclaimed offender. Justice Pratibha M Singh emphasized the need for thorough consideration and suggested the accused pursue legal remedies if arrested.

In the wake of Operation Sindhu, Indian students returning from Iran shared their chilling accounts of survival amidst missile strikes and destruction. One student vividly recalled the sight of missiles raining down, leaving Tehran in devastation. The Indian government stepped in, offering comprehensive support for their safe return, including personalized assistance.

The Supreme Court has directed the Karnataka government to ensure the smooth screening of Kamal Haasan's film «Thug Life,» taking action against those obstructing its release. The court expressed concern over the suppression of artistic expression due to perceived offense, emphasizing the state's duty to protect freedom of expression.

Malawi’s premier interior design firm, Milanzi Interior has boosted the inaugural Central Region Fast5 Hockey Tourney slated for 28 June at Tiger Sports Club with a K1 million sponsorship. This was in response to the Central Region Committe’s request for support for the tournament. Milanzi Interior Chief Executivd Officer Samantha Milanzi said this is a […] The post Milanzi Interior Decorates Centre Fast5 Hockey Tourney appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

US President Donald Trump has hosted the Pakistani field marshal for a private meeting Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia’s prime minister and South African officials have held talks on boosting cooperation across key sectors, including trade and energy Read Full Article at RT.com

More than 900 people have signed a petition calling on the Government to require food and beverage outlets to provide free tap water to diners.They want restaurants already imposing a 10 per cent service charge to offer what they consider a «basic necessity» at no extra cost.The petition on Change.org, which started in May 24, comes despite earlier concerns from the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) about water wastage and the additional costs such a move could impose on businesses.Petition creator Yee Yucai, a consultant at Singapore General Hospital’s Internal Medicine department, told AsiaOne on Thursday (June 19) he observed how food and beverage outlets seem to be «encouraging» diners to buy drinks to «boost profit margins» - even though the Government has been urging Singaporeans to cut down on sugar in their diets.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has commented on the possibility of meeting with Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky for peace talks Read Full Article at RT.com

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According to the news agency, thousands of servicemen responsible for intelligence data processing and cyber operations were stationed there

Bryansk Region Governor Alexander Bogomaz said there were no injuries or damage after 19 fixed-wing UAVs were destroyed over the bordering Russian region

Belarusian Security Council State Secretary Alexander Volfovich emphasized that a growing need arises for unconventional strategies to counter emerging threats

According to the report, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Abdulrahim Mousavi visited one of the bases of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force on the evening of June 18

According to the news agency, employees were evacuated from the nuclear facility beforehand

The US would be better off doing business with Russia, Chamber of Commerce chief Robert Agee has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE — A man who was found with 178 videos and 153 still images of child pornography in his possession was sentenced to a year and nine months' jail, and two strokes of the cane on Thursday (June 19).Gan Qi Xuan, 26, had earlier downloaded such content from the Dark Web before categorising his collection on his personal electronic devices and online platforms.Court documents did not disclose how his offence came to light, but he was nabbed in a raid at his home in August 2023.On Aug 19, 2024, he pleaded guilty to one count of being in possession of child pornography.In earlier proceedings, Deputy Public Prosecutor Koh Yi Wen told the court that Gan got to know about the Dark Web around 2015 and found a forum on child pornography on it.Initially, he did not download anything during his first visit as he was wary of viruses. But curiosity got the better of him about three months later, and he downloaded such videos and images from the Dark Web, including child abuse material.Soon after, Gan began to access the Dark Web regularly to download pornographic material, including those involving children.

One of two DNA profiles found on the body of a Singaporean woman killed in Spain in April 2024 has been linked by Spanish experts to the only suspect, a Singaporean man.Two male DNA profiles were earlier found on Ms Audrey Fang's body, and Spain's National Institute of Toxicology and Forensic Science found that one of them matches the paternal lineage of suspect Mitchell Ong, news outlet La Opinion de Murcia reported on Wednesday (June 18).The match was for the Y-chromosome haplotype, which is a set of genetic markers passed directly from father to son.The second DNA profile has no links with Ong's DNA.Ong's lawyer Maria Jesus Ruiz de Castaneda said the findings cannot be used to identify a person conclusively, as the genetic marker is shared with all male members of Ong's paternal lineage.She added that the finding «reinforces the need to expand the investigation to include other possible individuals».«Mitchell Ong maintains his innocence, fully trusts the work of the Spanish justice system, and will continue to collaborate in all necessary to clarify the truth,» she said.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Speaker of the Somali House of the People, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur Madoobe, on Wednesday urged political stakeholders to unite in giving the Somali people the opportunity to elect their leaders, reaffirming Parliament’s commitment to strengthening governance through constitutional and legislative reform.

A press briefing expected today — reportedly organised by vendors behind Wednesday’s protests in Mzuzu — is at the centre of a shocking political scheme. According to multiple Malawi Congress Party (MCP) insiders, the briefing is part of a plan allegedly orchestrated by senior MCP officials to falsely accuse Vitumbiko Mumba of sponsoring violence during […] The post Top MCP Officials Accused of Implicating Vitumbiko Mumba in Mzuzu Demos — Press Briefing Set for Today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As National Product Magazine (NPM) hosts its Mid-Year Awards Gala this weekend at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe—alongside the launch of its 115th edition—a major credibility question looms over one of the gala’s most visible honourees: Luthando Holdings, owned by businessman Hendrix Laher. While the company continues to promote itself as the […] The post Is Luthando Really an Authorized Yamaha Dealer in Malawi? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Financial Holdings Limited has opened the Thomson Frank Mpinganjira Centre of Excellence in Mpemba, Blantyre, as a tool for fostering development of exceptional leadership in Malawi and the SADC region. The newly established subsidiary of the group will be integral to driving collaboration with industry experts to develop and provide a wide range of leadership […] The post FDH opens TFM Centre of Excellence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A storm is brewing at the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) as growing public anger has birthed yet another call for accountability — this time with a direct demand: Justice Anabel Mtalimanja and Chief Elections Officer Andrew Mpesi must go. A newly-formed watchdog, Citizens for Credible Elections, has notified the Lilongwe District Council of its intention […] The post Pressure Mounts on MEC Bosses: Citizens Demand Mtalimanja, Mpesi Resign Over Electoral Compromise appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has touched upon a wide range of topics in an unscripted Q&A session with international media Read Full Article at RT.com

Sonia Gandhi is showing positive signs of recovery and responding well to treatment at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, according to Dr. Ajay Swaroop. Her health is stable, and a tailored diet plan has been implemented as part of her ongoing care. A team of doctors is closely monitoring her condition, and her discharge date will depend on her progress.

Garowe (HOL) – Puntland regional authorities have firmly rejected individuals participating in the ongoing National Consultation Forum in Mogadishu to represent the Puntland state, reiterating the administration’s official boycott of the conference.

Mogadishu (HOL) – The Federal Government of Somalia on Wednesday successfully repatriated nine Somali youth who were detained in Algeria while attempting to migrate to Europe.

A company set up by a Somali returnee offering easy loans or rental of motorbikes in Mogadishu is proving a popular way for unemployed youth, some of them also returnees from abroad, to earn a living.