The US leader pointed out that Will Scharf «has done an amazing job» in his current role as White House staff secretary

Mikhail Galuzin noted that Washington does not consider itself a 'neutral mediator'

Israeli representatives are cooperating with the organization on the ground in the Gaza Strip, including efforts to reduce the intensity of strikes on the enclave

Russian Permanent Representative to the international organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov asserted that French officials do not respect their own population

Akhmat Special Forces Commander Lieutenant General Apty Alaudinov said that most of the ideologically committed Ukrainian nationalist have been killed on the battlefield

Rahul Gandhi has raised concerns regarding Home Minister Amit Shah's muted response to police actions against students protesting at Jantar Mantar over paper leaks. Jairam Ramesh reminded the minister of his silence during a previous security incident in Parliament, emphasizing the need for accountability as the monsoon session nears its conclusion, with opposition members urging the government to address the youth's grievances.

India is now at par with global leaders in advanced technology and manufacturing. Technology and artificial intelligence have significantly improved access to opportunities and education. Chandrayaan's discovery of water molecules on the Moon showcases India's specific capabilities. Opening the space and nuclear sectors to private companies has spurred rapid expansion. This progress indicates a fast pace in both manufacturing and technological development.

Following a serious incident involving altitude loss on an Air India flight, the pilot was subjected to a dope screening test. The results were not definitively negative, thereby calling for additional confirmatory tests. As a result, seventeen passengers and crew members were hospitalized. In response, the aviation ministry has initiated an investigation and temporarily removed both pilots from their flying duties until the inquiry concludes.

Russia has proposed a direct rail corridor to connect to the Indian Ocean, aiming to circumvent the perilous straits. This ambitious route would pass through Turkmenistan, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. However, experts highlight significant logistical and financial hurdles. For New Delhi, gaining Pakistan's commitment to security cooperation is essential. If realized, this corridor might provide a vital overland freight option to reduce reliance on maritime routes.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan and demanded that Hamas disarm Read Full Article at RT.com

Twitch has banned Asmongold after he suggested that migrant children crossings into Ceuta, Spain, should be shot Read Full Article at RT.com

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have fired ballistic missiles and drones at Saudi-backed forces in the port city of Mokha Read Full Article at RT.com

The Democratic congresswoman, 36, said she made the decision to undergo the fertility procedure to “feel more in control of my life.”

The White House staff secretary replaces David Warrington, who is leaving for the private sector.

A bus captain has been hailed a hero after he rushed to the aid of driver whose black Lamborghini caught fire near a bus stop along Holland Road on Saturday evening (Aug 8).In a video shared by Instagram user Smb340d, a bus captain can be seen handling a fire extinguisher as he and a Caucasian man carefully inspect a smoking Lamborghini.A short distance behind the vehicle is SBS Transit bus 123, which bus captain Zhang Zhipeng was driving when he noticed the smoke-emitting vehicle.As the driver paces anxiously around his car, Zhang can be seen placing the fire extinguisher at the rear of the Lamborghini and spraying it into the vehicle's interior.Responding to queries from AsiaOne, SBS Transit spokesperson Grace Wu said Zhang safely stopped his bus and informed his passengers of the situation before taking a fire extinguisher from the bus to assist.The 51-year-old approached the still-burning car and found that the driver's fire extinguisher had been depleted. He immediately stepped in to help put out the blaze.«Bus captain Zhang used his extinguisher to put it out before returning to his bus and continuing his journey,» Wu said.

Thaddée Hoatau, ancien président du CESEC, est décédé, samedi, à l'âge de 82 ans. Enfant de Wallis et Futuna, très impliqué dans la vie associative du territoire et attaché au peuple du Pacifique en général, il aura marqué la vie institutionnelle polynésienne. Il est également le grand-père de Vaimalama Chaves, Miss France 2019.

TEHRAN - A total of 1,645 hectares of land within the country’s protected environmental areas were affected by wildfires since the beginning of the current Iranian year (March 21) and July 6, marking an 88% decrease compared with the same period last year.

TEHRAN – State Welfare Organization and the United Nations Fund for Population Activities (UNFPA) have highlighted their shared commitment to strengthening local communities through participatory and community-driven models. 

TEHRAN – Iranian researchers at Royan Institute, in collaboration with researchers from Germany’s University of Duisburg-Essen, have developed namiRa (meaning “immortal” in Persian), a comprehensive and specialized database that serves as a valuable scientific infrastructure that facilitates the identification of novel cancer biomarkers, accelerates the discovery of therapeutic targets, and supports the design of future cancer research. 

Former Blantyre City Mayor Noel Chalamanda has delivered a blistering warning about Malawi’s “dangerous habit” of ignoring its own laws, accusing authorities of allowing chaos to spread across the country’s prime land while regulations gather dust. Appearing on Times Exclusive on Times Television, Chalamanda said Malawi is now trapped in a cycle where illegal construction […] The post Ex‑Mayor Chalamanda warns Malawi is ‘breaking rules with impunity’ appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s Women’s National Football Team, the Scorchers, have written themselves into the history books after defying the odds to reach the semi-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations – and secure a maiden place at the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup – with a stunning 2-1 victory over Ghana’s Black Queens on Sunday night. […] The post History made! Malawi’s Scorchers stun Ghana to book place at World Cup for the very first time – as nation erupts in wild celebration appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The Supreme Court collegium recommended four judges for High Court Chief Justice positions. These appointments aim to fill vacancies in key High Courts across India. The collegium also approved transfers of two judges from Orissa High Court. Orissa High Court faces a significant shortage of judges, impacting its functioning. No representation from Orissa High Court has been appointed to the Supreme Court in eight years.

Rahul Navin received a one-year extension as ED director, which ends his fixed tenure. His service is now extended until August 2027, including post-superannuation service. Navin's tenure began in September 2023 and was appointed ED director in August 2024. He has established a roadmap for completing probes and auctioning attached properties. This roadmap aims to return assets to rightful claimants and fraud victims.

Since the inception of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna, over one crore urban houses have been built, representing a significant achievement in housing development. Since 2015, 1.25 crore houses have gained approval, with nearly one crore allocated to women. Furthermore, PMAY-Urban 2.0 introduced over 2.09 lakh houses for EWS families, while 1.4 lakh homes were sanctioned for pucca construction under the Beneficiary Led Construction scheme.

The Enforcement Directorate has formally charged Reliance Communications and Reliance Infrastructure with serious financial offenses, including money laundering involving over forty thousand crore rupees in misappropriated bank funds. The allegations indicate substantial financial misconduct by both companies and related individuals. The agency is pursuing the confiscation of properties worth more than eight thousand crore rupees, stemming from a deliberate scheme to misdirect public funds from vital infrastructure projects.

As Parliament approaches its closing week, the FCRA amendment bill is notably absent from Monday's Lok Sabha agenda, signaling a possible political strategy from the government. The legislation's contentious nature is drawing connections to the pending delimitation exercise. Opposition groups, including DMK and NCP(SP), have raised alarms over its provisions. It seems the government wishes to foster a detailed discussion to address these criticisms.

More than one person is in police custody following the death of a man on a residential street in Kársnes today. Police believe the death was the result of a criminal act. Police operations in the Gnoðarvogur area earlier this evening are connected to the investigation.

The record number of arrests stood at 976 - up from 142 in 2023 - and in the six months to June this year the figure was already at 600, according to police figures.

For first-time NDP host Xixi Lim, the most memorable moment of NDP 2026 was not the lights, lasers or fireworks.Instead, it was hearing more than 40,000 Singaporeans recite the pledge and sing the National Anthem in unison at the National Stadium on Sunday (Aug 9).Speaking to AsiaOne after the show, Xixi said she became emotional as the celebrations drew to a close.«At that moment, I cried very hard because it was the culmination of weeks of hard work and I just felt very touched that it has all come to an end,» she said.Asked which part of the performance moved her the most, the comedian and content creator pointed to the echoes of the pledge and anthem ringing through the stadium.Despite the long rehearsal hours and demands of hosting one of Singapore's biggest annual events, Xixi said she would gladly do it again.«It's worth it.»