WESTERN BUREAU: Dr Francine Phillips-Kelly, medical officer of health for St James, says the parish remains vigilant in detecting mosquito-borne diseases such as yellow fever, even as Jamaica continues to battle a dengue outbreak. Addressing the...

In schools across Jamaica, there is a silent crisis brewing. Students who perceive, behave or process differently are often misunderstood, misdiagnosed or simply overlooked. In a country still grappling to fully incorporate special education into...

The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has developed and will be introducing a new qualification called the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC). The pilot for the new certification programme will be rolled out come September 2025,...

Western Bureau: Wilford ‘Billy’ Heaven, the chief executive officer of the Culture, Health, Arts, Sports and Education (CHASE) Fund, says infirmed residents in St Elizabeth and Portland will now benefit from swift and secure transportation to...

In a thrilling climax to the 2024-2025 FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Jamaica Robotics Championship, the Crimson Crocs from Campion College snagged the prestigious Inspire Award – a testament to the team’s embodiment of the spirit of STEM education and...

Nine brand new EVs have been abandoned on a public road after the Tesla-rivalling manufacturer went into liquidation last year.

Workers' Party secretary-general Pritam Singh was coy on whether he, along with the other incumbent Aljunied GRC MPs, will contest in the same constituency in the coming elections on May 3. Singh was answering a reporter's question at a press conference on Thursday (April 17) where his party unveiled its manifesto and four new candidates. The other MPs in Aljunied GRC are party chair Sylvia Lim, Gerald Giam and Faisal Manap. «I don't rule anything out, as we enter the final phase before Nomination Day,» said Singh. «Is this where the biggest surprise will be?» quizzed the reporter. Singh then asked if the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) has «officially» introduced its candidates for its East Coast and Marine Parade GRCs. «They have been very coy about the fine line up, right? There are no coincidences to that coyness, so let's see what happens in the next few days.» In the 2020 General Election, the WP team, led by Singh, contested against a PAP slate, winning with a 59.95 per cent vote share. Since then, the team are a member short after former MP Leon Perera resigned from the party in July 2023.

When the Republican from Minnesota needs to get GOP lawmakers on side, he first tries to understand where they are coming from. He seeks to find common ground. He persuades, cajoles. And if none of that works, he rings up President Donald Trump.

Amid a roiling Middle East, the Trump administration is trying to figure out how Syria’s new leader fits into an “America First” foreign policy.

The landmark site in Montgomery, Alabama, was deemed “not core to government operations,” and other stops in U.S. civil rights history could also be at risk.

Indian Institute of Astrophysics researchers have revisited the ultra-diffuse galaxy, NGC 1052-DF2, challenging previous assumptions about its dark matter deficiency. The study suggests the galaxy possesses a 'cored' dark matter halo, unlike earlier 'cuspy' models. This new model indicates a more evenly spread dark matter distribution, potentially aligning NGC 1052-DF2 with standard galaxy formation theories.

The Supreme Court has temporarily suspended key provisions of the Waqf Act, directing the government to maintain the status quo until the next hearing. This decision comes amid challenges to the Act's constitutional validity, with concerns raised about the registration of waqfs by user and potential impacts on existing properties.

An Indian national's US B1/B2 visa application was swiftly denied after a brief interview, sparking online discussion. The applicant, planning a Florida vacation, was rejected due to lack of travel history and having a girlfriend in the US, raising concerns about potential overstay. Reddit users suggest building a travel record and being cautious about revealing personal connections during interviews.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has criticized the Supreme Court's directive setting a timeline for the President to decide on bills, arguing it undermines the constitutional role of the office. He questioned the judiciary's authority to issue such directives, emphasizing the President's immunity from prosecution.

The Supreme Court was informed that a forensic report on leaked audio clips, potentially implicating former Manipur CM N. Biren Singh in ethnic violence, is ready and will be submitted in a sealed cover.

Chaque 17 avril, le Gabon célèbre la Journée Nationale de la Femme instituée en 1998 pour valoriser les droits des femmes et promouvoir l'égalité des sexes. Dans un contexte de renouveau institutionnel marqué par la réintégration du Ministère de la Femme, cette journée rappelle l'importance de l'implication féminine dans la vie sociale et politique. Des avancées notables ont été réalisées, notamment sur les plans juridique et institutionnel. Le pays réaffirme ainsi son engagement (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[HRW] Nongovernmental Organizations Face Threat of Deregistration, Criminal Prosecution

Previously, Russian President Vladimir Putin appointed Dmitry Mezentsev as his representative in the Russian Constitutional Court. Earlier, Mezentsev held the post of State Secretary of the Union State

Democratic Progressive Party controversial youth director Norman Chisale is coming under intense pressure to tame his tongue during political rallies. The once most powerful aide of the former President Peter Mutharika has recently been making headlines and trending on social media with his political outbursts including the use of foul languages against those in government. […] The post Chisale Coming under Intense Pressure to Tame His Tongue appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The 63rd National Field Day proved to be a landmark occasion in Malawi’s agricultural journey, as Paramount Holdings’ Eagle Nano Urea stole the spotlight with its innovative and sustainable approach to farming. Held under the theme “Advancing Malawi’s MW2063 Vision through Innovation & Sustainability,” the event brought together key stakeholders in agriculture, technology, and policy, […] The post Eagle Nano Urea by Paramount Holdings: A Game Changer for Malawi’s Agricultural Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has officially launched the new Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) production line at Coca-Cola Beverages Malawi Limited (CCBML) in Kanengo, Lilongwe, applauding the company’s commitment to industrial growth and sustainability. The newly commissioned PET line is part of Coca-Cola’s broader initiative to promote efficient recycling, boost local manufacturing, and align with Malawi’s MW2063 Vision, […] The post President Chakwera Launches Coca-Cola PET Plant, Urges Malawians to Invest Wisely appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Rheinmetall is poised to significantly increase its investments in production expansion

Eric Schmidt believes that AI models will quickly evolve to perform a greater number of highly specialized tasks that only humans can currently complete

According to Mikhail Shvydkoy, any peace initiative at this time deserves attention

Moscow market participants pointed out that they had only seen «small signs of tepid foreign interest»

According to Alrosa CEO Pavel Marinychev, the company aims to increase its diamond reserves by more than 50 mln carats this year

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Governor of the Gedo region, Mohamed Hussein Al-Qaadi, has warned the country's National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) against conducting any voter registration or election-related activities in the region, stating that doing so without coordination with the Jubbaland administration would be considered illegitimate and met with resistance.

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SINGAPORE — A British national featured in a Netflix documentary on scammers has been offered bail of $50,000, with a police prosecutor on April 17 saying that she is allegedly linked to offences involving around $500,000 in total. Dionne Marie Hanna appeared in the State Courts via video link from Central Police Division, and the court heard that she is likely to face more charges. When asked by District Judge Brenda Tan if she had a bailor, Hanna replied in a soft voice: «I don't have anybody to bail me out.» Hanna was not represented by a lawyer. Her pre-trial conference will take place on May 16. The 84-year-old was arrested on March 28 and subsequently charged in the State Courts on April 5 with five counts of fraud by false representation. The alleged offences involve three victims. Hanna had previously appeared before the courts on April 11, a day after she was discharged from hospital. The case against Hanna came about when the police received several reports from alleged victims who accused her of offering them fake investment opportunities.

The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) has unveiled its candidates who will contest the single seat wards of Marymount and Kebun Baru in General Election 2025. The party will field its former West Coast candidate Jeffrey Khoo in Marymount SMC, announced chairman Dr Tan Cheng Bock at Bishan North Shopping Mall on Thursday (April 17) morning. PSP's Tony Tan, husband to party vice-chair Hazel Poa, will stand in Kebun Baru SMC. Speaking to the media, Khoo - who is CEO of consulting firm Kairos Risk Solutions - outlined his three areas of concerns: cost-of-living, employment and education. The 56-year-old noted that party members and volunteers have done market visits in Marymount constituency and PSP «understands» the area. «I hope [Marymount residents will] give us your time... I hope that you ask me as many questions as you want... Give me the opportunity to serve you as your Member of Parliament,» he said. Tan, 55, is a SAF Merit Scholarship recipient and has a first-class honours degree in engineering from the University of Cambridge.

A 22-year-old man was arrested on Thursday (April 17) after he allegedly slashed another man at Hougang Avenue 8. As he was being arrested, he allegedly injured three police officers with a wooden plank with nails.  They sustained minor injuries but did not require medical attention. Responding to AsiaOne's queries, the police said they received several calls for assistance at about 1.10pm on Thursday. When the police arrived at the scene, they saw the man running around naked. Earlier, he allegedly attacked a 30-year-old man. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said they received a call for assistance at Block 681 Hougang Avenue 8 and the injured man was taken conscious to Sengkang General Hospital. The man was subsequently arrested for voluntarily causing hurt by grievous means, and for voluntarily causing hurt to deter a public servant from his duty. Police investigations are ongoing.

Rajesh Kumar Singh and David Williams co-chaired the India-UK Defence Consultative Group meet in London. They discussed strengthening military cooperation and defence capabilities. Nirmala Sitharaman and Rachel Reeves held the India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue. The UK announced 400 million euros in export and investment deals with India. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to collaboration in financial services and digital economy.

[New Times] Farming is central to life and the economy in Rwanda. However, limited land, unpredictable weather patterns, and increasing food demand are straining traditional agriculture.