Employees of diversity, equity and inclusion programs are to be placed on administrative leave by 5 p.m. Wednesday. Agencies were told to make plans for layoffs.

Mogadishu (HOL) – A member of the Bardale District Council, Abdilwahab Mohamed Daqare was fatally shot near his home in Baidoa on Tuesday night by unidentified gunmen.

Turkey has detained nine people, including the owner of the hotel, in connection with a deadly fire that claimed the lives of 76 people and injured dozens at a ski resort in western Turkey, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said early Wednesday.

The Kenyan government has announced the removal of eTA and visa requirements for all African nationals, excluding those from Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns.

Trump is determined to control peace talks himself, the Wall Street Journal notes

Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov emphasized that cooperation between Moscow and Tashkent «has reached an advanced level of mutual understanding and is expanding»

The MOEX index slightly declined and amounted to 2,933.02 points, while the RTS index edged down to 924.63 points

Minister of Agriculture Sam Kawale has urged farmers to embrace commercial farming and mechanization to boost crop production in Malawi. Speaking during the launch of the National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef) Farm Inputs Loan Programme for the Southern Region in Nsanje and Chikwawa, Kawale emphasized that the government is shifting its focus from subsidies under […] The post Kawale Pushes for Shift from Subsidies to Commercial Farming appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

It is an outrage of the highest order that reputable supermarket chains such as Ekhaya, ShopRite, Sana, and Panda Store have been caught red-handed feeding Malawians expired and rotten products. These establishments, trusted by countless families, have betrayed the very consumers who rely on them for safe and quality goods. Their blatant disregard for hygiene, […] The post EDITORIAL: Shame on Ekhaya, ShopRite, Sana, and Panda Store for Endangering Malawians! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) will spearhead a series of awareness activities in northern Malawi from January 27-31, marking Data Privacy Week 2025 under the theme “Put Privacy First.” According to a statement from MACRA, the campaign includes a commemorative event in Mzuzu on January 28 and roadshows in Kasungu, Mzimba, Mzuzu, and Nkhata […] The post MACRA to Lead Data Privacy Week 2025 Awareness Campaign appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s reliance on U.S. foreign assistance has been thrown into uncertainty following President Donald Trump’s controversial executive orders. Among these is the suspension of all U.S. foreign aid programs for 90 days pending a review—a move that could disrupt the $350 million (about K607 billion) Malawi receives annually to support health, education, agriculture, and governance. […] The post Is Malawi Still Going to Receive Aid from the USA with Trump’s Notorious Executive Orders? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Corruption scandals have plagued Malawi’s political and economic elite for years. Among the most high-profile cases, former President Peter Mutharika, current President Lazarus Chakwera, and former Reserve Bank Governor Dalitso Kabambe stand out as figures embroiled in controversy. Here’s how their records compare: Peter Mutharika: A Presidency Marred by Scandals Key Scandals: The Cement Scandal […] The post Analysis: Who Wears the Crown of Most Corrupt? Mutharika, Chakwera, or Kabambe? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

WESTERN BUREAU: Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says the establishment of the Red Stripe Experience at Rick’s Café in Negril, Westmoreland, will generate an estimated US$1.5 million in earnings annually and provide approximately 150 new direct...

EAST PORTLAND: Titchfield High School in Eastern Portland has received a donation of US$43,000 (approximately J$6.8 million) from the Alumni Association South Florida Chapter as part of its contribution towards education and the well-being of...

WESTERN BUREAU: In a ground-breaking move to embrace digital transformation in education, The Heinz Simonitsch School (HSS) in Montego Bay has announced a dynamic partnership with The Learning Hub, a leader in digital learning solutions. This...

With a seven-day period low of nine murders during the week of Christmas, and a high of 44 during one week in November, Jamaica’s homicide numbers in 2024 averaged 22 murders per week throughout the year, leading to a reduction in homicides by 252...

Born in Jamaica in the seaside town of St Ann’s Bay on the north coast on August 17, 1887, Malcus Mosiah Garvey subsequently changed his first name to Marcus. He was born in a humble board house at 32 Market Street which was destroyed by a...

Fifteen networks aired coverage of the events

It is reported that the expedited removal process has «long been reserved primarily for the area near the southern border,» with its major flows of illegal migrants while now it can be used across the US

Despite Trump’s calls on NATO allies to increase defense spending to five percent of GDP, many European countries «may find that the additional financial burden is simply too much to bear,» Richard Black argued

The Knyaz Vandal of Novgorod FPV cable-controlled drone has been engineered by the Ushkuinik research and production center

Ukrainian commanders of various ranks have been describing the frontline situation as very complex lately

EXCLUSIVE: In a powerful intervention, he claimed the Southport families were let down by the authorities meant to protect their daughters both before and after the July 29 atrocity.

Three private firms in South India have been shortlisted to develop 31 satellites for India's space-based surveillance programme. This is a significant step as private industry partners will produce satellites for strategic needs, enhancing India's space surveillance capabilities alongside 21 satellites developed by Isro.

Two men, including journalist Kamran Alvi, were arrested in New Delhi for making offensive statements about Hindu deities and the Maha Kumbh. Alvi's video drew police attention, leading to his arrest. Abhishek Kumar also faced arrest for objectionable social media comments. Both arrests were for actions intended to insult religious beliefs, with cases registered under relevant legal provisions.

At least two Naxals were killed in an encounter in Jharkhand’s Bokaro, and several weapons were recovered. This follows a major operation where 16 Maoists, including a Central Committee member, were killed in Chhattisgarh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the security forces' success in working towards a Maoist-free India.

AAP criticizes BJP leader Parvesh Verma's remarks about Punjab vehicles in Delhi, calling it an insult to Punjabis' legacy and sacrifices. Arvind Kejriwal demands an apology, and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann supports the criticism, emphasizing the patriotism of Punjabis amid a heated election campaign.

The Ministry of Tourism and Trade, operating under the Economic Sub-Committee led by the Ministry of Finance, is driving initiatives to ensure faster recovery and resilience following the recent earthquake. Their focus includes programmes designed to support affected businesses and…

United Nations (UN) Women is cooperating closely with the Ministry of Justice and Community Services (MoJCS) to facilitate recovery initiatives for women and girls, deploying highly skilled personnel in disaster management and resilience to ensure prompt interventions.

The December 17 earthquake has impacted over 2,800 individuals across affected areas.

Paramount Chief of Mele Maat, Albea David, also known by his chiefly name Chief Lohvironimal, has appealed to the Vanuatu Government to provide a new area for residents if relocation becomes necessary due to safety concerns.

It would cost over VT2.4 billion to demolish and rebuild the buildings of Malapoa College that were damaged in last month's earthquake.

[New Times] The Great Lakes region continues to face the threat of terrorism, particularly from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a DR Congo-based Ugandan terror group affiliated to the Islamic State, foreign minister Amb Olivier Nduhungirehe said during a high-level UN Security Council debate in New York, on Tuesday, January 21.

[New Times] In the previous article in this series, we explored how the trusteeship authority outmaneuvered the United Nations (UN). Today and historically, the UN has often betrayed Rwanda and the developing world.