On Wednesday Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is due to announce that the remaining section of the high-speed railway line will no longer be completed in the target time of 2033.

Andy and Sheila Hill first spotted the overgrown D'Oyly Carte Island, near Weybridge, Surrey years ago while kayaking. They were immediately intrigued by the 'ridiculous' patch of land.

Thomas Campbell, 38, was discovered by shocked neighbours the morning after he was subjected to a harrowing and violent assault in Mossley, Tameside.

Investigators are looking into whether the doomed Air India flight had an emergency-power generator operating when it crashed last week. 

For the first time since the Islamic Revolution of 1979, which swept the mullahs to power, the collapse of Iran's tyrannical regime is a realistic prospect, writes MARK ALMOND.

A tenant who rented a room in Bedok said he endured a month of strict house rules, round-the-clock surveillance, and bizarre text warnings, including a ban on leaving shampoo in the bathroom, before deciding to move out.Ye Guohua, 48, told Shin Min Daily News that he rented a bedroom at Block 529 Bedok North Street 3 for $1,050 a month after seeing the listing on Facebook. But the living situation turned out to be far from what he expected.«I really didn't think it would be so strict,» said Ye, who works at a mobile phone shop. «It felt like I was in prison.»He added that the property agent didn't explain the house rules in detail, and he hadn't read the rental agreement carefully before signing.After moving in, Ye discovered the landlord had imposed more than 20 rules, some of which he found unreasonable.Tenants were not allowed to use mobile phones or make noise in the living room, and could only use the washing machine on Fridays. They were also instructed to pick up every strand of fallen hair after showering, and not to leave any shampoo or soap in the bathroom.

AHL Group Plc has issued a strong condemnation of UTM Party President Dr. Dalitso Kabambe and his team for what it describes as a “violent and unlawful” entry into Chinkhoma Auction Floors in Kasungu on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. In a scathing press release issued Wednesday, AHL Group and its subsidiary, AHL Tobacco Sales Limited, […] The post AHL Condemns UTM President Kabambe Over Violent, Unauthorized Entry at Chinkhoma Auction Floors appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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Weddings are often once-in-a-lifetime events, and months of preparation go into ensuring every detail is perfect.But what happens when things do not go as planned, and a bride ends up with the wrong dress on her big day?This was the reality for one bride, who recently walked down the aisle in a dress that was not her first choice.Lee (not her real name) ordered a custom cheongsam from local boutique Outpost a month before her wedding. She provided her measurements and was told the finished dress would be ready for collection a week before the ceremony.But when she tried on the cheongsam on the collection day, she said, panic set in. The dress, she discovered, was unaltered.Photos provided by Lee show an unflattering fit — a stark contrast to the form-fitting silhouette a traditional cheongsam is known for.

He was only seven years old when racial riots broke out in Singapore in 1964, but the memories of those dark, scary times remain vivid in his mind more than 60 years on.«I felt insecure all the time,» Dennis Tan, 68, told AsiaOne, as he recalled his formative years and the fear that gripped his neighbourhood during the turbulent period.Tan, a retiree, is a participant in the Senior Engagement Programme organised by the Founders' Memorial to mark Singapore's 60th year of independence. The programme, which is part of the Project Citizens – The First Million initiative, collects stories from Singapore's founding generation of citizens which bring to life the values they exemplified during the nation-building years.

The camaraderie between PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni, affectionately known as «Melodi,» was a highlight at the G7 Summit in Canada. Their informal meeting, set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, involved discussions on terrorism and global issues. A viral video captured Meloni complimenting Modi, saying, "You are the best.

A painting believed to be an unsigned original by Tom Thomson that is at the centre of an $11-million lawsuit against a Toronto auction house has been found.

The prime ministers of the Commonwealth nations reaffirmed the importance of bilateral ties Read Full Article at RT.com

Removing the government in Tehran would lead to chaos, the French president has warned Read Full Article at RT.com

DPP firebrand Sameer Suleman has launched a venomous tirade against the Muluzi family, spewing provable lies, making unfounded allegations, and throwing political tantrums—all because Atupele Muluzi spoke a truth that many Malawians already know: that Professor Peter Mutharika is too old to lead and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) needs youthful leadership to remain relevant. […] The post Bitterness, Lies and Desperation: DPP’s Sameer Suleman Declares War on the Muluzi Family Over Truth About Mutharika’s Age appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[HRW] Nairobi -- Rwanda as Occupying Force May be Responsible for War Crimes

[New Times] Rwanda plans to pilot the growing of three biotech crops, namely cassava, Irish potato and maize to evaluate their performance on farmers' fields by the end of 2025 - ahead of potential nationwide adoption, according to Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB).

[HRW] UN Funding Crisis Should Not Delay Commission of Inquiry

Tehran (HOL) – Somali nationals living in Iran have expressed growing concern over the intensifying conflict between Iran and Israel, with some considering whether to flee the country amid increasing insecurity.

As Malawi counts down to the September 16, 2025 general elections, the National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust has sealed a strategic partnership with the Bwaila Media Club (BMC) to amplify women’s participation in politics and strengthen good governance. The two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday in Lilongwe, marking […] The post NICE Trust, Bwaila Media Club Team Up to Champion Women in Politics and Good Governance appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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The three-day international event focuses on economic challenges and cooperation in the multipolar world Read Full Article at RT.com

The Supreme Court criticized the Madras High Court's order to arrest ADGP H M Jayaram in a kidnapping case, deeming it «shocking and demoralising.» The court questioned the Tamil Nadu government about Jayaram's suspension and sought clarification on its revocation.

The shocking fight at a Kabaddi tournament in Alvaston, Derby, on August 20, 2023 was compared to a 'medieval' battle by a judge.

The contest to determine the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor was still down to the wire late Tuesday.

A federal judge ruled that James Uthmeier violated an order halting the enforcement of a law, which makes it a crime for adults living in the U.S. illegally to enter Florida.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri clarified that Prime Minister Modi firmly stated India's consistent rejection of third-party mediation, particularly concerning counterterrorism actions like Operation Sindoor in Pakistan. PM Modi emphasized to President Trump that discussions focused on India's anti-terror efforts and conveyed that India views terrorism as an actual war, not a proxy one, with full political unanimity on this stand.

Following the G7 Summit in Canada, US President Donald Trump invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the United States, but Modi declined due to prior commitments. Instead, the two leaders spoke by phone, during which Modi invited Trump to India for the next Quad summit, which Trump accepted with enthusiasm.

In view of the increasing challenges in the field of cybersecurity, the Chief Minister has requested the Union Home Minister to approve an amount of Rs 63.60 crore for the establishment of the «Cyber Centre of Excellence» in Dehradun.

Air India flight AI2145, en route from Delhi to Bali, was compelled to return to Delhi mid-air on Wednesday following reports of a volcanic eruption near Bali's airport. The airline confirmed the safe landing and disembarkation of all passengers, offering hotel accommodation, full refunds, or complimentary rescheduling to mitigate the inconvenience.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh urged PM Modi to convene an all-party meeting to address discrepancies between Indian and US accounts regarding discussions during the G7 Summit, particularly concerning Trump's mediation claims on India and Pakistan. Ramesh questioned PM Modi's silence and criticized Donald Trump's invitation to Pakistan's army chief Munir.