The number of births decreased slightly between years at Landspítali National Hospital. Last year, 3,057 births were registered there, but in 2023 there were 3,166.

Malawi’s Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project is on track to become a global leader in critical minerals, with projections of $645 million (K1.2 trillion) in annual revenues over 25 years and a net present value (NPV) of $2.5 billion. Sovereign Metals Chief Commercial Officer Sapan Ghai unveiled these staggering figures during the recent Proactive One2One Investor Forum, […] The post Malawi’s Kasiya Rutile Mining Project to generate K1.2 trillion annually appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of electoral malpractice in New Delhi Assembly constituency, alleging fake applications for vote cancellations and additions. He demands stringent action against BJP candidate Parvesh Verma and election officials involved. AAP calls for Election Commission intervention to ensure fair elections and uphold democracy.

A deadly stampede occurred at Tirupati's Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam ticket distribution, leaving six dead and over 40 injured. Witness D Venkata Lakshmi described the chaos, with people walking over others and pushing uncontrollably. Survivors blamed poor crowd management by police, noting the sudden gate opening led to the panic. The tragedy could have been prevented with better crowd control measures.

US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, discussed the potential for strengthened ties between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President-elect Donald Trump. While unsure about Modi's invitation to Trump's swearing-in, he noted the leaders' strong camaraderie and anticipated future meetings to further the evolving India-US partnership.

Les femmes leaders du Gabon ont procédé à la signature du livre d'or de condoléances ce mercredi 08 janvier 2025. Elles ont rendu hommage à l'ancien président des USA et Prix Nobel de la Paix, Jimmy Carter qui s'était éteint à l'âge de 100 ans, le 29 décembre 2024. Une délégation de femmes de la Plateforme Challenge Démocratie au Féminin, conduite par l'honorable Pepecy Ogouliguende, députée de la transition et présidente de l'ONG Malachie, accompagnée de Ngolet Carina, ainsi que de (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

La Présidente du Sénat de la Transition, Paulette Missambo a touché du doigt, les avancées du chantier de réhabilitation du Palais Omar Bongo Ondimba, siège du Sénat. Elle était accompagnée d'une délégation, notamment, de l'Ambassadeur de la République populaire de Chine au Gabon. Ce qui témoigne, sans nul doute, de bonnes relations bilatérales entre les deux pays. Démarrés depuis le 1er décembre 2024 pour une durée de 20 mois, les travaux de la réhabilitation du Sénat gabonais se (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Simon Morton, a former senior detective for Thames Valley Police, has said that abusers are still operating in plain sight and 'influencing and arranging others to do the same thing'.

Grace Smith, 31, - a bid writer from London - 'feared for her life' and started practicing jiu jitsu for self defense after for months being barraged by abusive messages from Karl Chads, 42.

The ex-Brighton and Chelsea boss takes over from Julen Lopetegui, who was sacked by the Iron after overseeing an underwhelming 20 Premier League games in charge at the London Stadium.

The report, based on 2016 data, estimates that asylum seekers cost the Dutch state €400,000 (£330,000) over the course of their lifetimes.

Manchester Airport stopped all flights again this morning due to heavy snow with departures and arrivals thrown into chaos as teams cleared the runways with Met Office warnings still in place.

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has accused Brussels of selectively enforcing its regulation governing foreign subsidies Read Full Article at RT.com

Karol Nawrocki says Kiev does not deserve to be part of either group until it takes responsibility for WWII-era massacres Read Full Article at RT.com

Starting Thursday (Jan 9), FairPrice Group will freeze the prices of popular festive essentials across all its supermarkets for the upcoming Chinese New Year. Prices of 15 popular food items such as Chinese pomfret, red grouper, tiger prawns, pork spare ribs and yuan xiao bai cabbage will be locked during the festive period to keep them affordable, said FairPrice Group (FPG).  FPG told AsiaOne that the price freeze will run throughout the festive period from Jan 9 to Feb 12, the last day of Chinese New Year.  The price freeze is coupled with discounts on selected fresh vegetables to keep prices within reach for customers during the festive season, said FPG. Some vegetables on discount are the enoki mushrooms, which will be sold for 45 cents a pack. They typically cost about 80 cents at wet markets, according to FPG's market survey.  Surveys conducted by FPG between Jan 2 and Jan 7 showed that prices for seafood and pork were around 20 to 30 per cent higher than those at FairPrice stores.

A dog died after it was allegedly thrown off a HDB block on Tuesday (Jan 7) evening.  The incident occurred at around 6pm at Block 764 Jurong West Street 74, reported Shin Min Daily News. When reporters arrived at around 8pm, a police cordon had been set up at the foot of the block.  Two men were seen removing the dog's carcass from the scene.  There was a pool of blood on the ground where the dog was believed to have landed, next to some clothes pegs and clothing.  According to Shin Min, the dog was a brown, medium-sized breed. A pool of blood was left at the scene with clothes pegs and some clothing strewn around. PHOTO: Shin Min Daily News A resident surnamed Lin, 36, told Shin Min he heard a loud noise outside his home. When he looked out of the window, he saw the dog laying on the ground. 

Parliament on Wednesday (Jan 8) passed a Bill to protect workers against discrimination following a debate that spanned two days. Manpower minister Tan See Leng said in his opening speech on Tuesday that the Workplace Fairness Bill covers jobseekers and employers under five «protected characteristics». These are: age; nationality; sex, marital status, pregnancy status and caregiving responsibilities; race, religion and language; and disability and mental health conditions. But over the course of two days, several MPs, who supported the Bill, questioned why discrimination against workers on the grounds of gender identity and sexual orientation was excluded. «What message are we sending? Are we telling the LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) people that they are not protected from workplace discrimination?» asked People's Action Party MP Louis Ng (Nee Soon GRC). «Are we telling employers that it is okay to discriminate against someone because of their sexual orientation and gender identity?»

RIYADH: Riyadh’s cultural landscape is undergoing a quiet transformation, where the love of coffee meets the timeless allure of literature. Book cafes are carving out a niche as spaces where readers, thinkers, and coffee enthusiasts converge. These havens of creativity and reflection offer retreats for the mind and soul, providing a sense of community in an increasingly fast-paced world.

RIYADH: Residents of Saudi Arabia were warned on Wednesday that the country could be hit by thunderstorms and flash floods between now and Sunday. The General Directorate of Civil Defense advised people to remain sheltered and stay away from canyons. Many regions can expect medium-to-heavy rain, hail or strong gusts of wind, with a high risk of flooding. Forecasters predict Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Baha, Asir and Jazan will be among the affected regions, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

RIYADH: The King Faisal Prize 2025 laureates were announced at a ceremony in Riyadh on Wednesday night. Two King Saud University professors, a Canadian scientist who achieved a breakthrough in cellular therapy and a Japanese scientist doing pioneering work in carbon nanotubes were winners of the most coveted prize in the Arab world.

DAMMAM: Al-Qaisariya Souq, renowned for its historic architecture, narrow covered walkways, and diverse shops, remains a beloved destination for shoppers and heritage enthusiasts, standing as one of the most famous traditional markets in the Arabian Peninsula and a prominent landmark.  Located in central Hofuf in Al-Ahsa Governorate, the market draws residents from across the region and Gulf countries, as well as tourists from around the world, attracted by its unique atmosphere and cultural significance. 

AL-BAHA: Saudi Arabia's southwestern region of Al-Baha transforms into a stunning landscape in winter, with gardens and parks adorned in shades of white and pink blossoms of almond trees.  This year, the almond blossom season in the region is remarkable amid ideal weather conditions fostering dense, vibrant flowers. Local farmers are optimistic about the upcoming harvest, carefully tending to the trees to ensure optimal yield. 

Asked whether Russian President Vladimir Putin had recently held contacts with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Dmitry Peskov said that «there were no contacts in those [past] days»

«NATO’s eastern borders will still maintain the functionality of exerting military pressure on Russia, with the bloc’s new members in Northern Europe acting as a springboard for the Pentagon’s coming Arctic expansion,» Alexander Stepanov maintained

Dmitry Peskov recalled that the Russian president repeatedly stated his readiness for dialogue as well as the need for this

Dmitry Peskov also recalled Turkey’s experience, with the country having been pursuing the course towards EU membership for many years, but «seeing no particular reciprocity from Brussels»

Dmitry Peskov added that so far, it is difficult to assess the implications of Armenia’s potential EU membership

Mogadishu (HOL) — Puntland authorities have denied allegations by Somalia’s National Disaster Management Agency (SODMA) that it delivered 200 tons of food aid to Bosaso, a key port city in the semi-autonomous region.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government troops, working alongside local militias, have seized key territories in the Hiiraan region from Al-Shabaab militants. The operation marks a decisive victory in the nationwide campaign to dismantle the extremist group’s strongholds.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s passport has climbed to 102nd place in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, offering visa-free access to 35 destinations worldwide.

Ghanaian businessman Victor Tibo Ouedraogo has highlighted optimism for Mahama’s presidency Read Full Article at RT.com

The US president-elect’s plan is reportedly part of his efforts to expand America’s global influence and secure his presidential legacy Read Full Article at RT.com