[New Times] Hip hop often carries the stigma of crime and violence, shaped by lyrics that paint gritty portraits of life on the edge. What is less known are the tragedies that push artists down that road.

[New Times] Eastern Province is stepping up preparations for Season A 2026, with officials reporting steady progress despite challenges caused by delayed rainfall and farmers raising concerns over the suitability of seeds distributed to them.

[RFI] Ahead of Cameroon's 12 October presidential election, the opposition remains divided, despite agreement on the need to unite behind a candidate to face off against President Paul Biya, who is seeking an eighth term. Meanwhile, the United Nations has sounded the alarm over whether tensions in the country will make free elections impossible.

The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved amendments to the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments Act, potentially increasing daily working hours in private establishments from 9 to 10. These revisions aim to align with international practices and offer greater workplace flexibility. Overtime limits may increase, and women could work late hours upon finalization of new labor codes.

During the September 2025 plenary session, MEPs are due to pose questions to the European Commission regarding the taxation of large digital platforms, and the state-of-play in discussions on this topic at international level. In particular, the Commission will be asked whether it would consider a unilateral digital tax at EU level in the absence of an agreement at international level. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Following several turbulent years for EU agriculture, including widespread farmer protests, the European Commission has proposed new rules for the common agricultural policy (CAP) to apply from 2028. During the September plenary session, Parliament is due to vote on an own-initiative report that, contrary to the Commission's proposal, suggests the CAP budget be increased and kept separate from that of other policies. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Housing has become a high-priority policy issue. The European Parliament's Committee on Regional Development (REGI) report makes several recommendations on how to better use cohesion policy funds in housing and suggests future policy priorities for housing and housing affordability. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Despite dedicated EU support measures, regions affected by the transition to a climate-neutral economy continue to face major social and economic challenges. A failure to address these issues adequately risks exacerbating regional disparities and increasing economic inactivity in these regions. In September, Parliament is due to vote on an own-initiative report on the role of cohesion policy in supporting the just transition. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Executive Vice-President Fitto and Commissioner Dombrovskis are invited to the 20th Recovery and Resilience Dialogue (RRD), scheduled for 8 September 2025. The RRD is the mechanism by which the European Parliament exercises democratic oversight over the implementation of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) according to the RRF Regulation. The previous RRD took place on 16 June 2025. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Karunesh Bajaj of ITC Ltd has been elected as the chairman of the Audit Bureau of Circulation (ABC) for the 2025-26 term. Mohit Jain from Bennett Coleman & Co Ltd will serve as the deputy chairman. Bajaj brings extensive experience in brand building and marketing strategy to the role, while Jain contributes his expertise in publishing.

In a tragic turn of events, a newborn girl, already weakened by congenital anomalies and abandoned by her parents, died in an Indore hospital after being bitten by rats.

The Army released a video showcasing Operation Sindoor, which involved precision strikes on terror sites in Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. The operation targeted nine terror sites in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, eliminating over 100 terrorists. A ceasefire was declared after communication between the Indian and Pakistani DGMOs, following an announcement by then US President Donald Trump.

There was excitement at the normally quiet St Thomas Parish Library as seven proud seniors received certificates of completion of a computer training programme, which was designed for them. Their smiles, laughter, and sense of accomplishment told...

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating five-year-old Jahiar Spencer of Maple Leaf Avenue, Kingston 10, who has been reported missing. Jahiar is of dark complexion, slim build, and about 3 feet 6 inches tall. Reports from the...

The body of a man who was tied up and had his mouth taped was found on Tuesday night in the Epworth district, St Ann. The body was discovered beside a water tank that serves the community. It was reported that there was no blood at the scene. The...

MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Lorena formed off the coast of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula and a tropical storm warning has been issued for parts for of the area, forecasters said Wednesday. The storm is expected to strengthen in the next 24 hours...

AT THE recent International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), held in Beijing, China, from August 2-9, 16-year-old Matthew Williams, now a fifth-form student at Campion College, copped a silver medal on his 16th birthday, while 17-year-...

Reps. Ro Khanna (D-California) and Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) are holding a news conference with victims of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s abuse.

Ce lundi 1er septembre 2025, Zita Oligui Nguema, Première Dame du Gabon, représentant Son Excellence Monsieur le Président de la République, Chef de l'État, Chef du Gouvernement, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a inauguré le mémorial en hommage aux victimes du tragique crash d'hélicoptère survenu le 28 juin 1985 près . Cet événement historique, qui marque le 40ème anniversaire de la catastrophe, a rassemblé certains membres du Gouvernement dont le Ministre des Travaux Publics et de (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Jugé par contumace pour plusieurs chefs d'accusation ont été retenus à son encontre, notamment la complicité avec le M23, l'ancien président ne compte pas baisser les bras. Il brise la glace et s'en remet à la communauté internationale. Aucune preuve tangible n'a été présenté durant le procès. L'ex-président Joseph Kabila réfute toutes les accusations de trahison, de crimes de guerre, de meurtre, de viol, de torture, de soutien à une insurrection armée et de complicité avec l'AFC/M23. (...) - INTERNATIONAL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

TEHRAN – Iranian inventors have so far secured five gold medals and four silver medals at the fifth International Invention and Innovation Competition for the International Federation of Inventors’ Association (IFIA) IVN Members.

TEHRAN – Iranian knowledge-based firms will set up their pavilions at the 17th international exhibition of medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, dentistry, and related services (UZMEDEXPO 2025), which is scheduled to be held in Tashkent from November 4 to 6, Mehr news agency reported.

TEHRAN – Iran and China will implement joint programs in the pharmaceutical and medical fields under the 25-year agreement signed by the two countries, an official with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said.

TEHRAN – Haider Abd Dahed, the Iraqi deputy minister of higher education and scientific research, has said his country is interested in sending talented students to study in Iran's top state universities. 

“These changes will not be without controversy,” said Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson, Minister of Environment, Energy, and Climate, during a presentation on a planned overhaul of Iceland’s system for health inspections, pollution control, and food safety monitoring.

The Icelandic Meteorological Office has received no reports of landslides in East Iceland overnight. Yesterday, however, several minor slides occurred in stream channels in Seyðisfjörður, Norðfjörður, Eskifjörður, and Fáskrúðsfjörður.

A dark conspiracy is unfolding in the shadows of Malawi’s democracy. Nyasatimes has uncovered confidential information that exposes a secret deal between the British government operatives and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to release a fabricated opinion poll this Friday, claiming the DPP is heading for a 62 percent landslide victory—just days before Malawians cast […] The post EXCLUSIVE | Britain’s Plot to Disorganize Malawi’s Election Exposed: Secret Poll Designed to Trigger Post-Elections Violence Set to be Released this Friday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) plc has handed over a K19 million cheque to Silver Strikers following their 2-0 victory against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets in the Bank’s 30th anniversary celebration on June 29. FCB’s chairman, Hitesh Anadkat, who graced the celebrations promised to spoil the champions with K1 million cash to the players and technical […] The post FCB plc give Silver Strikers K19 million for FCB 30th Anniversary win appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The UTM’s presidential candidate Dalitso Kabambe has pledged to restore Malawi’s economy to strength and ensure that fertilizer will not cost more than K50,000. Speaking at a whistle-stop rally in Chituka, Nkhata Bay South, Kabambe urged voters to rally behind him and the party’s parliamentary candidate, Matthews Mtumbuka, in the September 16 elections. Kabambe told […] The post If you Vote us, Fertiliser Will be Sold at K50 000, says UTM’s Dalitso Kabambe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

E Wing at HMP Downview is reserved for trans women with a history of sexual or violent offending who are in possession of a gender recognition certificate.

The Deputy Prime Minister, dubbed 'Three Pads' Rayner in a row over her trio of homes, said she 'deeply regrets' the error made when purchasing her £800,000 apartment in Hove, East Sussex.