A 55-minute stand-off between Judge Maxine Ellis and attorney-at-law Matthew Hyatt unfolded in the Half-Way Tree Parish Court yesterday in the 31-year-old case involving Courtney Anderson, as the matter was not listed for hearing and the lawyer ‘sounded off’ after it was disclosed that the case file is still missing.

he two law-enforcement agencies that investigated a multimillion-dollar fraud at Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) nine years ago are now in the process of consulting the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) after the case against the five accused persons collapsed in court on Monday.

Teacher’s Day at St Richard’s Primary School took on a regal tone yesterday, with educators adorned in crowns, tiaras and sashes as the St Andrew-based school celebrated its heroes and heroines. The festivities were arranged by the school’s parent-teacher association (PTA), and teachers’ representative on the body, Leona Jones, described the day as a “wonderful experience.”

Health and Wellness Minister Dr Christopher Tufton says significant progress is being made to restore, expand and modernise key facilities at the Savanna-la-Mar Public General Hospital in Westmoreland, which was battered by Hurricane Melissa last October. Addressing a recent press briefing hosted by the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Tufton was quite optimistic about the pace and scope of the ongoing rehabilitation works.

A leading accountability campaigner is pushing for Jamaicans to stand up and be heard while cautioning against the powers that the Government has arrogated to itself in the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) bill. 

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde's helicopter returned to Mumbai due to bad weather. The aircraft, en route to Murbad for a wedding, encountered an approaching storm near Airoli. The pilot's quick thinking ensured a safe landing at Juhu, with Shinde and his staff unharmed. This incident follows a past aviation tragedy involving another deputy chief minister.

Tragedy struck a South Mumbai family as four members, including two daughters, succumbed to zinc phosphide poisoning, not watermelon as initially suspected. The family experienced severe vomiting and loose motions after consuming the chemical, commonly found in rat poison. Investigations are ongoing, with forensic reports expected to confirm the cause of death.

Research by More in Common suggests Labour's dominance of Birmingham City Council will come to a shocking end after today's vote.

Zack Polanski said he did not believe 'any country' had a right to exist when he was grilled on the legitimacy of the state of Israel.

Unemployed Nathan Gothard, 37, was 'wound up like a coiled' spring when he 'poleaxed' David Darke, 66, who suffered a fatal brain injury when his head hit the ground.

[New Times] President Paul Kagame has congratulated Paris Saint-Germain after the French club secured a place in the final of the UEFA Champions League.

[Premium Times] Military authorities in Chad confirmed the assault, which took place on 4 May, saying that several of the terrorists were also killed.

India has rejected Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) allegations of foreign interference, calling them «baseless imputations» and reiterating its policy of not interfering in other nations' internal affairs. New Delhi also raised concerns about extremist and separatist elements operating from Canadian soil, while the CSIS report noted a more restrained tone on India compared to previous assessments.

Coastal fishing season began on Monday, with boats leaving harbors in waves. There is a palpable sense of anticipation among small-boat fishermen ahead of the season—not only at sea, but also on land.

Closing arguments were heard inside Los Angles Superior Court on Wednesday as proceedings between Ioan Gruffudd and his ex-wife Alice Evans were heard.

Former cabinet minister and politician Atupele Muluzi has sparked fresh national debate after calling for a bold televised public conversation on Malawi’s political direction, corruption, governance failures and economic future. In a strongly worded statement shared on social media, Muluzi said Malawians must stop fearing honest conversations about the country’s past, present and future, arguing […] The post “Malawi Must Rise”: Atupele Muluzi Calls for National Televised Dialogue on Corruption, Politics and Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of a 14-year-old boy, Quintus Lim Zhi Jun. In a news release on Thursday (May 7) evening, the police said he was last seen in the vicinity of Block 299B Tampines Street 2 at about 9.40pm on Tuesday.The said address is part of a HDB precinct near Tampines East Community Club.According to the police, the boy was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, black shorts and carrying a black bag.Those with information are urged to contact the police hotline at 999 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness.All information will be kept strictly confidential, the police said.[[nid:735166]]editor@asiaone.com 

A 29-year-old man will be charged in court on Friday (May 8) for his alleged involvement in a case of loan shark harassment in Pasir Ris.Police said in a news release on Thursday night that they were alerted to such a case at about 8.10pm on Monday. The alleged incident took place at a residential unit along Pasir Ris Street 72.A photograph of the alleged crime scene provided by the police shows loan shark-related graffiti scribbled on the wall beside the victim's unit.The graffiti reads: «O$P$!! Last warning!! Don't make me paint house!!» Officers from Bedok Police Division and the Police Operations Command Centre established the identity of the man through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from police cameras, arresting him on Thursday.A red marker and mobile phone were seized from him as case exhibits.The offence of loan shark harassment carries a fine of between $5,000 and $50,000, imprisonment of up to five years, and up to six strokes of the cane.Members of the public are advised to stay away from loan sharks and not work with or assist them in any way. [[nid:735240]]

Canada’s military is quietly deploying counter-drone defences at ports and air bases, racing to keep pace with lessons from Ukraine’s devastating strikes on Russian assets. The effort exposes a legal and operational grey zone — how to stop airborne threats over Canadian cities without disrupting civilian life or crossing regulatory lines.

The federal government will pay $8.7 million to settle a class-action lawsuit involving tens of thousands of Canadians whose sensitive information was compromised or stolen when hackers got into their accounts on government websites, including the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) portal.

Police found the 35-year-old former reality show contestant lying in a pool of blood with fatal head wounds seemingly caused by shards of glass.

The eagerly-anticipated second series of Motherland spin-off Amandaland has hit screens - to deafening applause from critics. 

[ISS] Puleng Dimpane may only have a short time available, but she can still do things that strengthen the South African Police Service.

[Vanguard] The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Thursday convicted a former Minister of Power, Mr Saleh Mamman, of 12 counts of fraud and money laundering, charges preferred against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

[SAnews.gov.za] Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya says President Cyril Ramaphosa expects law enforcement to take action against violent protesters, while emphasising that South Africans are not xenophobic.

Founder of Life International Church, Prophet Amos Kambale, has announced that this Sunday, May 10, 2026, he will host what he calls “International Connections Sunday” — a service he says will focus on prayer for opportunities and connections beyond Malawi’s borders. Without fully disclosing what the event will involve, Prophet Kambale has instructed attendees to […] The post Prophet Kambale Claims Extraordinary Powers to Connect People Internationally appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A noticeable shift is taking place in how lifestyle and wellness events are being experienced in Malawi, and the upcoming BeMore Race scheduled for June 20, 2026 appears to reflect that evolution. Traditionally known as a vibrant gathering for runners, families, and fitness enthusiasts, the BeMore Race is now also emerging as an example of […] The post BeMore Race 2026 Signals Shift as Digital Payments Take Centre Stage in Malawi’s Wellness Events appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.