Russia's escalating hybrid attacks, including drone incursions, have prompted NATO's Operation Eastern Sentry and the European Union's (EU) plans for a European Drone Wall and Eastern Flank Watch. These initiatives aim to strengthen eastern defences but face disputes over cost, feasibility and strategic focus. Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have welcomed the initiatives. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

This study, commissioned by the European Parliament’s Policy Department for Citizens’ Rights and Constitutional Affairs at the request of the Committee on Legal Affairs (JURI), exposes the adverse effect of legislative complexity to the application of EU law, and advocates the reform of the monitoring of the application of EU law to embrace a qualitative, in depth evaluation of complexity, as a contributor of legislative effectiveness of EU Acts and implementing measures for all three legislative audiences (citizens, Member States and national authorities, and EU institutions). Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

[New Times] When clean water began flowing into the taps of Ecole Primaire Cyeru in Kicukiro District, Masaka Sector, everything changed.

[New Times] Rwanda is moving to more than double its national savings rate from 12.4 per cent in 2024 to 25.9 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) by 2029, under a new government strategy.

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Ethiopia has hailed a potential currency swap with Beijing to help rebuild the country’s economy after years of shocks Read Full Article at RT.com

Russophobia and militarization is all that EU and UK leaders can offer to their public, Sergey Naryshkin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

THE MINISTRY of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining is advancing Jamaica’s food security and pioneering a new frontier in blue economy sustainability through a Red Snapper Cage Culture Fin Fish Pilot Project. The project is spearheaded by the United...

An 11- member Jamaican team comprising eight students and three coaches will leave Jamaica for Panama, where they will compete in the 2025 FIRST Global Robotics Challenge that will take place in Panama City from October 29 to November 1. Often...

Established in 1935 by the sisters of the Franciscan Order, Marymount High School is celebrating 90 years in existence and can boast, among many other things, that it has become a beacon of hope to the neighbourhood of Cromwell in Highgate, St Mary...

ARDENNE HIGH School has copped the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Marcus Garvey Award for Excellence in the Performing Arts for the 15th year. The 2025 presentation was held on October 15 at the Little Theatre in Kingston. The...

IN TOWNS and communities across Jamaica, it’s a familiar scene: fathers carefully balancing their children on motorcycles as they navigate morning traffic, heading to school. For many families, motorcycles are not a luxury, they are the only...

Pro-immigration protesters have clashed with police outside an ICE facility in Portland, Oregon Read Full Article at RT.com

RT marks its 20th anniversary by taking a look at an imagined world where mainstream media hosts actually tell it like it is Read Full Article at RT.com

The word ‘BrahMos’ strikes fear in the minds of some people, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Trade replaces war on the CIS’s southern frontier Read Full Article at RT.com

Armenian opposition figure and Gyumri Mayor Vardan Ghukasyan has been detained on corruption charges Read Full Article at RT.com

Singapore's new multi-role combat vessels (MRCVs) are «almost like the battleship Galactica», in the 1970s science fiction series Battlestar Galactica, because their weapon systems and capabilities can be evolved as the mission evolves, said Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing. Speaking on Tuesday (Oct 21) at the launch of the first Victory-class MRCV named Victory at ST Engineering's Benoi shipyard, Chan said that as Singapore's sea lines of communications extend further, new capabilities, such as the MRCVs are needed for Singapore to ensure that these strategic lines, «remain open and accessible». 

A migrant worker has won online applause, after he was captured on camera clearing items strewn on a lane of a busy road.Dashcam footage posted by Facebook page SGRV last Thursday (Oct 16) shows a lorry carrying several workers stopping along the left-most lane of a road. A backpack is seen blocking the next lane.One of the workers then jumps off and rushes to retrieve the item, throwing it to the grass verge.The post caption praised the worker for quickly acting on the «dangerous» situation.«One car even ran over it, causing the vehicle behind to brake suddenly,» claimed the motorist who posted the video.«Such a helpful and courageous act — a big thank you to him for stepping up and keeping everyone safe!» 

An elderly woman was found dead in her HDB flat in Bedok on Sunday (Oct 19).The police were called after visiting relatives reportedly detected a foul smell coming from her unit, according to Shin Min Daily News.Three women were visiting the 75-year-old woman at around 12pm that day, one of them being her goddaughter, according to a neighbour living next door.In response to AsiaOne's queries, the police said that they were alerted to a case of unnatural death from Block 102 Bedok North Avenue 4 at around 3.20pm.The woman was lying motionless in the unit and was pronounced dead at the scene.Based on preliminary investigations, no foul play is suspected, but further investigations are ongoing, said the police.The elderly woman had been living alone in the unit for over a decade, a neighbour told Shin Min, adding that she had not seen the woman for several weeks.She found out about the death when the police arrived.The death came as a surprise to another neighbour, who said that she seemed to be in good health and did not require a walking stick or wheelchair to get around.[[nid:724218]]dana.leong@asiaone.com

A family of seven was trapped in their HDB flat after a personal mobility aid (PMA) battery exploded into flames in the corridor.The incident took place on Monday (Oct 20) at Block 756, Yishun Street 72.One of the family members, 30-year-old Rizwan, told Lianhe Zaobao that his family owns three PMAs — two for his elderly grandparents and one for his mother, 51, who works as a food delivery rider.They had bought the PMAs three years ago and had no issues as they used original batteries, he told the Chinese daily.But he was unaware that his mother had borrowed a cheap battery from someone as she felt her PMA battery did not last long enough.This battery burst into flames shortly after she plugged it in to charge after making a delivery.She told Lianhe Zaobao that there was a sudden bang outside the door and flames started shooting up from the window. Rizwan's grandfather initially tried to put the flames out with a fire extinguisher, but they spread too quickly. This caused the other mobility device to catch fire and the family had no choice but to close the door and wait for help.

As he stepped out of a Rolls-Royce in Monaco this summer, the smartly dressed man appeared only too happy to be filmed strolling through the playground of the super-rich.

[AIM] Maputo -- Mozambique's former presidential candidate, Venancio Mondlane, has denied calling for street demonstrations on Monday.

[MSF] «I knew I was unwell, but not a criminal,» says Samat Nyuk, a patient recovering from a mental health condition in Malakal, South Sudan. «I needed support, not punishment. What hurt the most was that my own family chose prison for me instead of treatment.»

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A heartwarming video of Das uncle, a peon at Bishop Cotton Girls’ School, ringing the school bell for the final time after 38 years has captivated millions online. Students cheered as he performed his routine, a testament to his quiet dedication. The viral clip celebrates an unsung hero, prompting many to recall similar figures from their own school days.

Prime Minister Modi celebrated Deepavali, linking it to national progress and Lord Ram's ideals of justice. He highlighted the eradication of Naxalism in several districts and praised economic reforms like the GST Savings Festival. PM Modi emphasized India's rising global influence and urged citizens towards self-reliance and unity, inspired by the festival's spirit of shared light.

In her posthumous memoir, she describes a childhood so blighted by horrific abuse that she became the 'perfect victim' for sexual predators Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell .

A crisis meeting was held at the museum after Sunday's seven-minute raid which saw a gang plunder artefacts including an Imperial brooch containing 2,000 diamonds.

The houses sit on the fastest-eroding stretch of coastline in Europe, where fierce storms can wash away 20 metres of beach overnight, meaning homes could be in the water within years.

Fiona Goddard accused the Home Office of watering down the probe and the government of creating a 'toxic environment' for fellow survivors.

Castel Malawi Limited has deepened its drive to foster employee well-being and strengthen workplace harmony, following the successful Castel Malawi Workers Union (Camawu) Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Salima over the weekend. Addressing Camawu members, Castel Malawi Human Resources and Corporate Affairs Director, Gloria Zimba, stressed that the company values a strong, independent workers […] The post Castel Malawi strengthens employee welfare, market leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

China’s decision to cancel two debts worth $20 million has been met with smiles and handshakes. On the surface, it looks like good news: a friendly nation helping Malawi breathe a little easier during hard economic times. But look closer, and a deeper question emerges — is Malawi getting a fair deal, or just a […] The post China’s $20 Million Debt Relief: Lifeline or Leverage? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

With just days before Parliament opens, the once-dominant Malawi Congress Party (MCP) remains entangled in uncertainty — still undecided on who will lead its bench in the National Assembly. The indecision has sparked questions about the party’s readiness to assume its new role as the main opposition and its ability to project authority in the […] The post Confusion in the Ranks: MCP Still Without Parliamentary Leadership as House Convenes in Days appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A leopard tortoise and spiny-tailed monitor were among the endangered animals seized by the National Parks Board (NParks) in a series of coordinated raids on Oct 9.In a statement released on Monday (Oct 20), NParks said that the operations were targeted at people suspected of illegally trading wildlife through online platforms, such as Telegram.A total of six premises were raided with 16 wildlife specimens seized and confiscated.Among them were endangered species such as yellow-headed day geckos and an Argentine black-and-white tegu.The animals are being housed and cared for at NParks’ Center for Wildlife Rehabilitation.The people involved were interviewed in connection with illegal wildlife sales, NParks said, adding that investigations are ongoing.«These enforcement efforts complement NParks’ border surveillance operations by extending the fight against illegal wildlife trade into domestic physical and online marketplaces,» it said. «Through regular monitoring and targeted actions, NParks ensures that offenders are held accountable across all fronts.»