This study serves as an evidence base to support policy discussions and contributes to a future revision of the Combined Transport Directive. It identifies and analyses a subset of the network of intermodal freight terminals across the European Union, offering insights into their location, served transport modes, physical area, handling capacity (in TEUs), loading equipment, and additional services provided. The report includes selected case studies that illustrate targeted actions aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of terminal operations. Furthermore, it maps the main connections between inland and port-based terminals and key European seaports. A dedicated analysis is also presented on the average distances travelled to and from intermodal terminals in four selected EU Member States, providing context on logistical patterns and accessibility. Together, these findings lay the groundwork for informed policy development with a view to incentive the expansion of the EU’s multimodal freight transport framework. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government, in cooperation with international aid agencies, has repatriated 148 Somali citizens from Yemen.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government has welcomed regional and international efforts that led to the recent agreement between Hamas and Israel, reached in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on Thursday.

Jamaica and Barbados have agreed to implement a joint youth exchange programme under the Regional Youth in Agriculture Strategy to strengthen cooperation in livestock and crop production. The initiative, which is expected to begin by the fourth...

WESTERN BUREAU: Breast cancer remains one of Jamaica’s most personal and painful battles, a disease that has touched countless mothers, daughters, sisters, and even men. It’s a fight that tests courage, drains families emotionally and financially...

WESTERN BUREAU: FOLLOWING IN the wake of Wednesday’s first court hearing in the beach access lawsuit brought by residents of Flankers and surrounding communities against Sandals Resort International over access to the Flanker/Providence Beach in St...

The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has raised concerns over reports that some members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) are removing, destroying, or tampering with private and public CCTV cameras during police operations...

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Kenya President William Ruto on Thursday to discuss bilateral cooperation, on the sidelines of the 24th Summit of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) in Nairobi.

The International Monetary Fund said on Friday that a staff visit to Kenya took stock of the latest macroeconomic developments and discussed reforms that could pave the way for a new programme.

Garowe (HOL) — The Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF) has seized several foreign fishing vessels accused of illegally operating off the coast of Puntland, authorities said on Thursday.

Les suspects d'une affaire de trafic d'Ice arrêtés ce week-end entre Moorea et Faa'a devaient être jugés aujourd'hui, en comparution immédiate. Près de 100 grammes d'ice et plus de 10 millions de francs en liquide avaient été trouvés lors des perquisitions. Les complices prévoyaient un voyage aux États-Unis pour encore importer de la methamphetamine

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President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has reappointed Lucien Wong as attorney-general for another three-year term.The new term will be from Jan 14, 2026, to Jan 13, 2029, said the Attorney-General's Chambers in a media statement on Friday (Oct 10). Wong was appointed as post-independence Singapore's ninth attorney-general on Jan 14, 2017, for a term of three years.He was reappointed for another two more terms on Jan 14, 2020, and Jan 14, 2023. AGC also said that Lionel Yee, who was appointed as deputy attorney-general on Jan 14, 2017, and reappointed for another two more terms in 2020 and 2023, will be reappointed for another three-year term.Yee's fourth term as deputy attorney-general will be from Jan 14, 2026, to Jan 13, 2029. [[nid:723384]]editor@asiaone.com 

The North Korean leader stressed that life in North Korea can significantly improve

Letitia James, if convicted, could face up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to one million dollars

The country’s President Dina Boluarte will be notified of this decision so that she can exercise her right to defense

Staff from both chambers must now negotiate final, compromise legislation ahead of a vote expected later this fall.

Amid increasing global uncertainty, Singapore and New Zealand have elevated bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) to «turn challenges into opportunities», said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Friday (Oct 10). PM Wong and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon were speaking at a joint press conference during PM Wong's first official visit to New Zealand this week, coinciding with 60 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.«Singapore and New Zealand may be small in size. But we have shown time and again that the power of our partnership far outweighs our scale. »By working closely together, I am confident [that] we can continue to turn challenges into opportunities, and deliver benefits for our peoples and the wider region," said PM Wong. Comprehensive Strategic PartnershipNew Zealand was Singapore's first bilateral free trade agreement partner in 2000. 

The woman found dead in a Sengkang HDB unit on Monday (Oct 6) reportedly held degrees from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and the University of Cambridge.The 47-year-old woman, Xu Na, had been found dead along with her father in their home at Block 324D Sengkang East Way at around 1.35pm, according to the police.Speaking to Shin Min Daily News, Xu Rong (transliteration), Xu Na's classmate from NUS, said that he immediately recognised Xu Na upon seeing the photo released by the police in their appeal for her next-of-kin.He subsequently contacted his classmates and confirmed her identity, and they all expressed sorrow over her passing.According to Xu Rong, he and Xu Na were undergraduate students at the same time and studied Computer Science at NUS. He also described her as introverted, polite and kind.«At first, we weren't very close. Then she joined the Chinese Language Society at NUS, so I got to know her better. She also likes sports, and I used to play table tennis with her,» he told Shin Min.

The undisputed queen of the 'bonkbuster' sold more than 11 million books in the UK alone during her prolific career as one of Britain's most-popular female authors.

The North Korean leader said that the event would contribute to the growing relationship between Russia and North Korea

According to the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin, the anti-Russian orientation of the Moldovan military strategy for 2025-2035 is obvious

The agency's sources noted that the US leadership is setting up a «civil-military coordination center» in Israel that will oversee the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip

Up to 200 US personnel, who are already stationed in the Middle East, will be tasked with monitoring the peace agreement in Israel

The head of the Kharkov military-civilian administration clarified that the situation in the liberated part of the region remains extremely difficult, with the Ukrainian military carrying out daily attacks on civilians' homes

A la veille de la semaine des cultures et des identités LGBTQI+, c'est un témoignage édifiant qui illustre, malgré une certaine tolérance de la société polynésienne, les pensées suicidaires des personnes transgenres ou transexuelles qui sont ouvertement rejetées

Singapore welcomes the agreement by Israel and Hamas to commence the first phase of US President Donald Trump's proposed plan to end the conflict in Gaza, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said. In a statement on Thursday night (Oct 9), an MFA spokesperson said the ceasefire and release of hostages «will bring great relief» to the people in Gaza and Israel. «Singapore commends the leadership of President Trump and the tireless efforts of all the mediators involved, especially the US, Qatar, Egypt and Turkiye, who have been instrumental in securing this agreement,» the ministry said.MFA also urged all parties to make further progress towards resolving outstanding issues in subsequent phases.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said he welcomes the agreement by Israel and Hamas to commence the first phase of US President Donald Trump's proposed plan to end the Gaza conflict. In a Facebook post on Friday (Oct 10), PM Wong said that “it has been two long years” since the Oct 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas. “Far too many lives have been lost, and the suffering has been immense”, said PM Wong.He also acknowledged the role of US President Donald Trump and the regional intermediaries.“I commend the leadership of President Donald Trump, and the invaluable efforts of Qatar, Egypt and Türkiye in helping to achieve this breakthrough”. PM Wong added that the “road ahead will not be easy” and hopes that Israel and Hamas will soon reach a final agreement so that Gazans can begin to rebuild their lives and homes.

Stérilisation, identification, soins des animaux de compagnie mais aussi opérations d’euthanasie: Au total, 2 548 animaux seront pris en charge en 2026 via ces campagnes dans les archipels des Îles de la Société et des Tuamotu, pour un coût moyen de 10 510 FCP par animal

President of the PENAMA Provincial Government Council (PPGC), Charlot Tabi Gerian, said one of his main priorities as the new President is to develop a corporate plan for the province.

Dr Vincent Lebot, who has dedicated his life to researching Vanuatu’s agricultural products, says there is no direct government investment in kava, with most investments coming from the private sector and external donors. Yet kava remains by far the country’s…

The Vanuatu National Workers Union (VNWU) has strongly opposed the latest proposal by the Vanuatu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) to amend the VNPF law by eliminating severance pay and instead increasing employer contributions to the Vanuatu National Provident…