The Industrial Hemp and Medical Cannabis Act needs to be amended to allow approved licensees to begin operations.

Many senior positions at the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Forestry and Biosecurity (MALFB) are being filled by people in acting roles, and the recruitment process is slow.

A man from the Torres Islands, Thomas Putunleta, has gone to extraordinary lengths to support his community by chartering flights to Port Vila to sell coconut crabs and lobsters.

More than 450 kilograms of cocaine were seized from the yacht Mi Amore in a major drug bust carried out through a joint operation between the Vanuatu Police Force (VPF), the Department of Customs, and the Department of Immigration on…

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has confirmed that all directors across government departments must revert to contract status to enhance performance, accountability, and leadership renewal.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta resumed her public hearing program, Jan Sunwai, amidst heightened security following a recent attack. Citizens gathered to present grievances, with Gupta assuring swift action. Security measures included frisking, CCTV surveillance, and a protective police ring. Gupta emphasized the importance of public service and resolving citizen issues, directing officials to address concerns promptly.

Yury Ushakov said that no one has been conspiring or plotting anything

Tatyana Moskalkova said that another eight Kursk residents returned during the last prisoner exchange in August

The Central Bank sold yuan on the domestic market with settlements on September 1, 2025 in the amount of 9.3 bln rubles

Alexey Maslov stressed that during the visit, extensive discussions were held on establishing joint security frameworks, including cybersecurity and military security, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership

According to the speaker's office, Woo Won-shik asked Vladimir Putin to pay attention to 130 South Korean companies operating in Russia

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was briefed about a military operation where the U.S. 'shot out a boat' involved in the drug trade coming out of Venezuela.

The Health Secretary has waded into the fresh debate about free speech in the UK after Linehan told how he was dealt with 'like a terrorist', held in a cell and then had to be rushed to hospital.

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has been accused of dehumanising Jewish people after welcoming Israeli fans on stage as 'equal humans of Earth'.

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[allAfrica] As Malawi prepares for national elections this September, women's, children's, and adolescents' health has taken center stage in political dialogue. In a two-day engagement organized by Amref Health Africa in Malawi under the Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan (CAAP), more than 20 civil society organizations met with the country's four major political parties--MCP, UTM, UDF, and DPP--to shape manifesto commitments before polling day.

[allAfrica] Dar es Salaam -- Eye specialist Dr. Margaret Mumbua Muthoka is at the forefront of healthcare in Chalinze District, providing much-needed eye care services once lacking in the area.

At 3pm on Sunday (September 7), the 'Armageddon alarm' will be sent to all 4G and 5G-enabled phones and tablets - unless owners opt out.

Police were accused of a 'totalitarian' clampdown on free speech after Father Ted writer Graham Linehan was arrested by armed officers over online comments about transgender activists.

Ministers are struggling to cool alarm after interest rates on UK gilts rose again this morning, having spiked to 27-year highs yesterday.

Children will be banned from buying high-caffeine energy drinks in a bid to tackle obesity and improve concentration in schools.

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has been accused of dehumanising Jewish people after welcoming Israeli fans on stage as 'equal humans of Earth'.

Russia is looking to sell S-400 missile systems and Su-57 fighter aircraft to India, Dmitry Shugayev has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The president said the troops sent by Kim Jong-un to Kursk Region demonstrated courage and heroism Read Full Article at RT.com

Egypt insists its support for Somalia is not aimed at Ethiopia, but rather at helping a country long plagued by instability and insecurity.

The Israeli military onslaught on Gaza City continues nonstop, resulting in the killing of more than 50 Palestinians, including aid seekers, as it seeks to seize control of the enclave’s biggest urban centre – home to some 1 million people.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre met with his Serbian counterpart Đuro Macut on Tuesday in Belgrade, where the two leaders signed a cooperation agreement in the health sector and pledged to deepen ties across trade, investment, education and security.

Prior to that, the two leaders held over 90-minute long talks in the presence of their delegations

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann assessed flood-affected regions in Firozepur district, assuring villagers of full government compensation for damages. Mann, visibly moved by residents' concerns, urged patience and promised improved disaster preparedness. He directed officials to promptly address complaints and reiterated his call for increased central government disaster relief.

BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya has accused Congress leader Pawan Khera's wife, Kota Neelima, of possessing two active voter IDs. Malviya also targeted Rahul Gandhi for raising voter fraud allegations without due diligence, accusing him of endangering voters by revealing their identities. He further alleged that multiple Congress leaders hold multiple voter IDs, implicating Sonia Gandhi in the controversy.

The India Meteorological Department issued red alerts for multiple districts across northern India due to continuing heavy rainfall, forecasting flash floods and landslides. Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and other states experienced significant downpours, with Reasi recording extremely heavy rainfall. Consequently, schools in the Jammu Division will remain closed on September 3rd for safety reasons.

Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai suggests Rahul Gandhi may expose alleged vote theft in Varanasi, hinting at a potential 'hydrogen bomb' revelation. This follows Gandhi's claim of an 'atom bomb' expose in Bengaluru and accusations against the Election Commission and BJP regarding vote manipulation. Modi's victory margin in Varanasi was notably lower this election.

Punjab has declared itself a disaster-affected state due to unprecedented rainfall and flooding, impacting over 1200 villages and displacing lakhs of people. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann compared the situation to the severe floods of 1988, appealing for national support. Across northern India, the IMD has issued red alerts, warning of continued heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides.