Le colonel de gendarmerie Stéphane Brunet était l’invité du journal de ce jeudi 14 août. Interrogé par Heiarii Tahiata, il s’est penché sur les sujets de sécurité qui touchent la Polynésie. Il veut axer ses efforts sur la prévention et la répression.

Le Barreau de Papeete compte un nouvel avocat. Me Tehono Marchal a prêté serment ce jeudi 14 août. Après un brillant parcours dont 4 années comme juriste assistant au Palais de justice, il passe de l’autre côté de la barre et enfile la robe noire.

C’est un drame qui touche le grand nombre. La disparition brutale d’un scootériste du nom d’Eddy Kaspard a eu un impact important, auprès de sa famille et de ses proches d’abord, mais aussi dans le monde du football polynésien. L'automobiliste suspecté d'être impliqué dans cet accident mortel a été interpellé ce jeudi midi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on the 79th Independence Day, marking his 12th consecutive address. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and hoisted the flag, emphasising the theme of 'Naya Bharat' and the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Modi saluted the armed forces and highlighted India's stance against nuclear threats, referencing actions taken after the Pahalgam attack.

China and India are engaged in ongoing discussions at multiple levels, with potential high-level exchanges on the horizon. Both nations express readiness to collaborate on key issues, build political trust, and manage differences carefully. They aim to strengthen cooperation on multilateral platforms and resume trade through designated border points after a five-year pause, signaling a commitment to steady bilateral ties.

Narendra Modi greets India on its 79th Independence Day. He calls for dedicated efforts to build a developed Bharat. Modi will address the nation from Red Fort. His past speeches included topics like a secular civil code and medical seats. Political observers are watching for foreign policy signals. The government's stance against terrorism is expected to be highlighted.

Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has become the first Russian official to arrive for the “historic” event Read Full Article at RT.com

There is no train service on the Sengkang-Punggol LRT (SPLRT) due to a power fault, said rail operator SBS Transit on Friday morning (Aug 15). In a Facebook post just before 9am, SBS Transit added that free regular bus services are available at designated bus stops near affected stations and Sengkang bus interchange.It added that free bridging bus services are also available. The Friday morning disruption comes three days after a power switchboard failed and caused a major disruption affecting 11 MRT stations on the Northeast Line and the entire SPLRT. [[nid:721257]]editor@asiaone.com

A python spotted at a coffee shop along Teck Whye Lane was seen lunging at some members of the public when they tried to capture it using brooms.In a video posted to the Sgfollowsall Instagram page on Wednesday (Aug 13), a large python can be seen slithering along the roof of a coffee shop located at Block 145 Teck Whye Lane as a crowd watches.One man is then seen standing on a chair while trying to take a video of the snake.Shortly after this, the python falls off the roof and starts slithering away. A few men give chase, hitting it with brooms.The snake then lunges at them, seemingly in retaliation, and this causes some people in the crowd to scream.Throughout the nearly three-minute-long video, various onlookers prod, hit or pin down the snake as it tries to go further into the coffee shop and even into a stall.One man can also be seen gripping onto the snake's tail in an attempt to hold it back as it thrashes and resists.One grabs the snake's headThe ordeal ended when a middle-aged man grabbed the python's head and shoved it into a plastic bag before instructing another man holding its tail to do the same.

Many of the president’s claims were misleading and ignore months of turmoil at the embattled agency.

The US president has blasted his former national security aide John Bolton for attacking the upcoming summit in Alaska Read Full Article at RT.com

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«If the superpowers’ leaders the agree on the future architecture of the world, Zelensky's role will become secondary and even unnecessary,» Artyom Dmytruk said

He also noted the symbolism of the venue chosen for the Russian-American summit

«As one who helped prepare for and participated in most US-USSR summit meetings, I can testify to their usefulness,» former American ambassador to the Soviet Union said

On Independence Day eve, several police and security personnel are set to receive honors for their bravery. Three CRPF members will be awarded the Shaurya Chakra for their courage in encounters in J&K, alongside two Chhattisgarh Police officers recognized for anti-Naxal operations.

In recognition of their bravery and strategic contributions during Operation Sindoor, a series of gallantry and distinguished service awards were announced. These awards honored personnel from the IAF, Army, and BSF for their exceptional valor and dedication in executing deep cross-border strikes against terror hubs and military installations.

Le colonel de gendarmerie Stéphane Brunet était l’Invité Café de ce jeudi 14 août. Interrogé par Heiarii Tahiata, il s’est penché sur les sujets de sécurité qui touchent la Polynésie. Il veut axer ses efforts sur la prévention et la répression.

Kiev’s European backers should stop telling Washington what to do and “do their part” instead, the US treasury secretary has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The dramatic history of Russian America – and why its legacy still matters as Putin and Trump meet on its shores Read Full Article at RT.com

The US president is set to discuss the Ukraine conflict with his Russian counterpart at a summit in Alaska on Friday Read Full Article at RT.com

It will be the first ever visit to Alaska by a Russian leader, including the times of the Russian Empire and the USSR