The demonstration took place on Tuesday evening outside the Britannia Hotel, in Canary Wharf, which Tower Hamlets Council has confirmed the government intends to use for asylum seekers.

Western journalists have condemned Kiev for undermining independence of a key anti-corruption agency Read Full Article at RT.com

Slovakia’s energy major SPP looks to secure 100% of its gas from Russia in 2026, according to Bloomberg Read Full Article at RT.com

New Delhi-Beijing ties continue to be on the mend after they were strained five years ago Read Full Article at RT.com

Demographic issues cannot be resolved without reinforcing family and cultural ideals, State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

President Donald Trump has suggested that billions in US aid for Ukraine could have been embezzled Read Full Article at RT.com

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[New Times] Secondary school head teachers across the country say they are preparing to recruit new teachers while also reviewing their existing staff needs as they adapt to the newly introduced learning pathways set to begin in September, when the academic year kicks off.

[New Times] Rwanda's total domestic exports rose to $480.82 million in the first quarter of 2025 (January to March), reflecting an increase of 11.4 per cent compared to $431.61 million during the same period in 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR).

A video showing unruly passengers on an Air India flight from Bangkok to Delhi has gone viral. The footage reveals passengers standing, opening overhead bins, and disregarding crew instructions while the plane was still moving. This incident has sparked outrage and reignited discussions about passenger behavior and safety protocols, raising concerns about a lack of civic sense.

Under the hot sun at a tennis court in Cambodia, then 17-year-old Singaporean Tan Sue Yan beamed with excitement as she played her first match representing Singapore at the 32nd SEA Games in 2023.To the budding tennis player, it was a big opportunity to see where she stood in South-east Asia, and to play against «great players with a lot of experience».But it turned out to be one of the toughest and most painful matches she had played. «I was just two points away from winning a bronze medal,» she told AsiaOne.«I had the lead but couldn't close out the match. Nerves got the better of me, especially with the pressure of everyone watching.»Now, Tan is gearing up to compete in the 33rd edition of the Games in Thailand this December.The 19-year-old said: «I am really looking forward to getting back out there and giving it my all on behalf of Singapore.»Started training at 4She started playing the sport when she was four, after her kindergarten teacher noticed that she had a competitive streak.

A Redditor went on what he thought was a free cultural tour of columbaria, but ended up being persuaded to book «property» in the afterlife.While Ahfookies was impressed with the quality of the columbaria, which he found well-designed and spacious, he was surprised at how the staff tried to sell niches like a property agent might.«They're even selling their under-construction units and referring to them as BTOs (Built to Order, just like HDB flats), lol!» he wrote, adding that the columbaria agents operated on a commission basis.There was even a banner celebrating top sales staff, just like property agents.Which made the Redditor wonder: «Is it time to speculate on this 'property' market?»

What started as a routine trip for a bus captain turned into a heartwarming act of integrity when he returned a missing wallet to a distressed passenger.In a Facebook post on Monday (July 21), SBS Transit shared the incident involving bus captain, Tan Chiy Ping, who had just completed his shift for Service 138 at Ang Mo Kio Interchange. While inspecting the bus, he discovered a wallet that had been left behind.Inside it was the passenger's work permit and $2,400 in cash. At that time, Senior Assistant Interchange Supervisor Nithyananthan Palne (Nathan) noticed an anxious passenger who reported to the Passenger Service Office that his wallet was missing.Nathan then quickly confirmed the bus' location with the Operations Control Centre and took the man there, in hope of retrieving the lost items. Fortunately, they were able to locate the passenger's belongings, which were then returned to him.

Governments have known for decades the province’s population was aging and they would have to cope with an ever-growing number of seniors needing care. The waiting list for a nursing home bed is more than 1,000, and the premier can only promise it won't get worse.

From accommodations to flights, many Canadians may be noticing higher prices for domestic travel this season. And that's likely because of increased demand, say industry experts who note more Canadians are opting for summer trips at home instead of travelling to the U.S.

Sean Feucht, a Christian rocker and rising star in the MAGA movement, was scheduled to perform Wednesday at the York Redoubt National Historic Site near Halifax.

The sides will focus on draft memorandums for the peaceful settlement of the conflict, spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

[New Times] The Giants of Africa Festival is returning to Kigali from 26 July to 2 August, bringing together 320 young athletes from 20 African nations, and more than 20,000 spectators for a week of community, culture, basketball, education and entertainment.

[New Times] With its debut bond issuance, Africa Medical Supplier (AMS) PLC offers investors an attractive return while becoming the first healthcare company to tap into Rwanda's capital market, experts have observed.

[New Times] Brig Gen Ronald Rwivanga's powerful message to Rwanda's youth at the recent Young Leaders' Breakfast Network Gathering is more than timely; it is essential. Addressing over 150 student leaders and university heads, Rwivanga emphasized a truth we must all reckon with: the future of Rwanda depends on the values and decisions of its young people today.

Rahul Gandhi alleges significant poll «theft» after investigating a Lok Sabha seat in Karnataka, promising a detailed exposé with evidence for the Election Commission. He claims similar electoral malpractices occurred in Maharashtra and Bihar, accusing the Election Commission of withholding voter lists and manipulating regulations. The INDIA bloc vows to combat voter disenfranchisement through protests and parliamentary action.

The Election Commission has initiated the process for the vice presidential election following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. The electoral college, comprising members of both Houses of Parliament, is being constituted. The election schedule will be announced soon after preparatory activities are completed, with the NDA holding a comfortable edge in the polls.

The BJP has strongly criticized Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav for conducting a party meeting inside a mosque on Parliament Street, alleging that Dimple Yadav's attire violated mosque norms and hurt Islamic sentiments. Dimple Yadav refuted the claims, accusing the BJP of misleading the public, while Akhilesh Yadav slammed the BJP for using religion as a divisive tool.

Rajya Sabha will hold a 16-hour discussion on the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor next Tuesday. This follows two days of disruptions due to Opposition protests. Opposition MPs demanded an immediate debate, leading to multiple adjournments. The House faced repeated disruptions as members insisted on addressing the SIR issue first. Several notices for discussions were rejected, adding to the tension.

Maria Lucas has said African nations must reclaim not only artifacts stolen by Western colonial powers, but also independence Read Full Article at RT.com

The Ukrainian military has reported the loss of a French-donated Mirage 2000 fighter jet Read Full Article at RT.com

Polish plans to develop a newly discovered oil field in the Baltic Sea have met with opposition from German officials and environmentalists Read Full Article at RT.com

The decision to take over the NABU and SAPO has sparked outrage and accusations of authoritarianism Read Full Article at RT.com

The agreement with Togo reportedly proposes joint military training, participation in exercises, and cooperation on medical support Read Full Article at RT.com