[New Times] A new malaria control strategy launched in April has started to bear fruits as health officials report to have detected at least 30 per cent of new cases that had not been reported to health facilities or shown any symptoms of the tropical disease.

[allAfrica]

Andrew Cuomo, seeking a political comeback, is facing off with progressive Zohran Mamdani in a race that candidates call a referendum on the future of the Democratic Party.

“It’s just a more lonely position. And nobody likes being in a lonely position,” she said in an interview last week to promote her new book, “Far From Home.”

A 21-year-old man was found dead outside United Square shopping mall on Tuesday morning (June 24).Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that they were alerted to a case of unnatural death at 101 Thomson Road at around 6.50am.The man was found lying motionless near a taxi stand and was pronounced dead at the scene by an SCDF paramedic.Photos and videos posted on social media show several police cars parked outside the mall near the taxi stand, with a large area cordoned off by police.A blue tent was seen near the gantry of the mall's car park.Based on preliminary investigations, the police said they do not suspect foul play and investigations are ongoing.[[nid:719367]]eriko.lim@asiaone.com

Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, India successfully evacuated its citizens from both countries under Operation Sindhu. An IAF C-17 flight brought 165 nationals from Israel via Amman, while 161 were evacuated from Iran. Evacuees expressed gratitude for the government's swift action, with officials reaffirming their commitment to the safety of Indians abroad.

Flight operations at Delhi's IGI Airport faced major disruptions with 48 cancellations, impacting Air India and IndiGo significantly. Airports across India, including Ahmedabad, Thiruvananthapuram, and Mangaluru, experienced delays due to airspace restrictions over Qatar and the Gulf region. Cochin and Lucknow airports issued advisories amid heightened Middle East tensions following Iran's missile strike on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq.

The Congress party defended Rahul Gandhi's trip to London for his niece's graduation after BJP's Amit Malviya criticized his frequent foreign travels and demanded transparency. Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera accused the PMO of dirty tricks, confirming Gandhi's attendance at Miraya Vadra's graduation.

Ex-New Scotland Yard detective Peter Bleksley condemned the 'epidemic of crime' in London after the robbery and assault of veteran broadcaster Selina Scott by an organised gang in broad daylight.

LIVE UPDATES: Israel says it has agreed to Trump's ceasefire proposal, declaring it had removed Iran's 'dual immediate existential threat' of nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles.

The so-called IMF misreporting case—targeting former top government officials—is increasingly resting on shaky legal ground. This follows a landmark High Court ruling in favour of former Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha, who successfully petitioned for his discharge from the case. The judgment, delivered on 8 May 2025, not only removed one of the accused from the dock […] The post ANALYSIS | Kabambe’s IMF Misreporting Case is based on Weak Charges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a no-holds-barred political showdown laced with mockery, sexism, and unapologetic arrogance, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) firebrand Sameer Suleman has publicly shredded a K500 million defamation claim filed by Minister of Higher Education Jessie Kabwira, calling it “very laughable” and lacing his rebuttal with crude jokes and a jab at Malawi’s missing K67 billion. What […] The post “If She Wants Money, Let Her Follow the K67 Billion”: Suleman Mocks Kabwira’s K500 Million Defamation Lawsuit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has reiterated its commitment to supporting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), which are regarded as the backbone of Malawi’s economy. During an SME appreciation visit to GIMTEC in Blantyre on Friday, NBM plc’s Chief Risk Officer, Charles Ulaya, underscored the Bank’s belief that SMEs are the engine of economic […] The post National Bank of Malawi (NBM) commits to support SMEs  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

NBS Bank Plc has strategically partnered with the Renewable Energy Industry Association of Malawi (REIAMA) to accelerate access to renewable energy solutions across the country. Through this partnership, NBS Bank and REIAMA aim to foster sustainable growth within Malawi’s renewable energy sector by co-creating financing solutions tailored to the needs of both project developers and […] The post NBS Bank, REIAMA in renewable energy partnership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Democratic Front (UDF) leader Atupele Muluzi has revealed that alliance negotiations with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) collapsed because the DPP insisted on monopolizing both the presidential and running mate positions—leaving no room for power-sharing. Muluzi accused the DPP of greed, fear of succession, and an unwillingness to build a genuine coalition, warning that […] The post “DPP Wants It All—Presidency, Running Mate, and Control”: Atupele Spills Why Alliance Talks Collapsed appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government has strongly condemned a missile attack carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the State of Qatar on Monday night, calling the strike a blatant violation of international law and a serious threat to regional peace and stability.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland regional government has acknowledged it does not have dedicated rehabilitation centers for young prisoners who defect from al-Shabab and ISIS or are captured during security operations.

A case of animal abuse has been referred to the authorities after the suspected perpetrator's manager allegedly refused to cooperate with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' (SPCA) investigations.SPCA said they received a report about a kitten that had allegedly been shoved into a plastic container and rolled around repeatedly, according a Facebook post on Monday (June 23).The informant, a colleague of the suspected perpetrator, told SPCA the incident occurred at a workers' canteen at Tech Park Crescent in Tuas on March 26 between 9.45pm and 10.30pm.According to the informant, the site supervisor was reportedly aware of the abuse.SPCA said they conducted an unannounced inspection on April 1 following the report, and were informed that the cat had been released.SPCA inspectors issued a stern warning to the worker involved, but were unable to conduct further investigations as the manager allegedly refused to cooperate and provide CCTV footage.The society subsequently escalated the issue to the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) for a follow-up.

[allAfrica]

Abbas Araghchi said that a final decision regarding the end of military operations will be made at a later time

Iran and Israel have so much to gain, and yet, so much to lose if they stray from the road of righteousness and truth, the US president said

The military has advised civilians to remain in secure locations and not to leave until further notice

The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed a sixth wave of missile launches originating from Iranian territory

The key topic of the seminar this year is «Charting pathways together: the future of global energy»

Due to escalating Middle East tensions and airspace closures, Indian carriers are canceling or rerouting flights, according to Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. The Ministry of Civil Aviation is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with airlines to minimize passenger disruption. IndiGo has suspended flights to several Middle Eastern destinations, while Emirates rerouted flights on June 23.

Tensions in the Middle East saw a purported ceasefire between Iran and Israel announced by US President Trump, a claim disputed by Iran. Amidst this, IndiGo issued a travel advisory, suspending flights to several Middle Eastern destinations. In space news, NASA's Axiom-4 mission, featuring India's Shubhanshu Shukla, is set to launch on June 25.

Names of Sisodia, Jain doing rounds as Sanjeev Arora’s replacement from Punjab

[New Times] A new malaria control strategy launched in April has started to bear fruits as health officials report to have detected at least 30 per cent of new cases that had not been reported to health facilities or shown any symptoms of the tropical disease.

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[New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe recorded a surge in malaria deaths, killing 317 during the 2025 peak malaria transmission season compared to the same period last year, according to the Health Ministry.

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has convened a high-level expert stakeholder meeting in Nairobi to validate the End-Term Review Report of its Regional Agricultural Investment Plan (RAIP) 2016–2020.

The sharp descent into hunger faced by Hussein Idris Nunow’s family of seven since he lost his job digging sand in Baidoa bears witness to the fragile livelihoods of displaced people living in the crowded camps.

C’est l’ultime épreuve du baccalauréat : le grand oral. Il a débuté ce lundi 23 juin. En Polynésie, près de 3.200 élèves s’y confrontent cette semaine. Vingt minutes d’entretien face à un jury, pour convaincre, argumenter et débattre. Tout au long de l’année, les candidats ont préparé deux questions liées à leurs spécialités.