Prime Minister James Marape has given a firm assurance that PNG government revenue will not decline in 2029 as a result of the revised fiscal arrangements for the Papua LNG Project, rejecting Treasury estimates of a potential K28 billion shortfall by 2035.

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world.

Over 300,000 people in 7 Indonesian provinces were laid low by respiratory tract infections from August to October.

The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is drafting new regulations to accelerate oil and gas ...

 Prime Minister James Marape

CHIANG MAI — 26 October 2026, A Thai boxer who has competed in ONE Lumpinee has filed a police complaint after alleging that two men blocked his car and assaulted him, leaving him with facial injuries and bleeding, while he was still inside the vehicle.

OpenAI's announcement is the latest in a series of claimed scientific breakthroughs credited to AI.

The company was added to a Pentagon list of firms said to aid China’s military.

Top officials from four countries to continue talks for peace and security as Saudi forces down more Houthi missiles.

Bolsonaro said he will now seek to have President Lula's ticket disqualified instead.

President Prabowo Subianto has called for an in-depth review of Indonesia's definition of corruption to ensure it ...

Almost 2,000 customers of Hong Kong Airlines and two electronic appliance retailers received fraudulent calls after their personal information was leaked by the companies, the city’s privacy watchdog has found.

Cyclone Arnab: The naming of a cyclone has nothing to do with its intensity, direction, or the specific country it is expected to hit.

Five people are missing after a massive offshore drilling platform sank into the sea off Gabon’s southern coast.

Netanyahu seeks to extend rule at helm of far right alliance facing off against predominantly right-wing bloc.

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues.

Millions to cast ballots in election widely billed as the most consequential in Israel's history.

HSBC, Hong Kong’s biggest lender, reported a 32 per cent rise in third quarter pre-tax profits while announcing a US$1 billion share buy-back on Tuesday.

It hopes to lay the foundation for its big swing in television.

Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Arnab’ is projected to make landfall near Yanam, Andhra Pradesh — between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam — by Wednesday morning (October 28), bringing dangerous winds and extremely heavy rainfall.

Indonesia's Transportation Ministry said no airports have closed because of forest and land fires, although weather ...

South Korean medical drama Doctor X: Mafia in White has become the latest target of political controversy over how fictional works portray history, after a National Assembly petition demanded a halt to its airing over its depiction of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising.

Chinese space scientists are working out how future astronauts on Mars could make their own fuel out of thin air, a sign that Beijing is serious about one day sending people to the red planet.

Right-wing politician Flavio Bolsonaro, who lost the Brazilian presidential runoff this Sunday, has dropped his demand to annul the voting results, the Folha de S.Paulo newspaper reported.

Iran says meeting with Mecca pact states will mark beginning of 'real transformation'

Both Beijing and Taipei commemorate Japan’s handover of the island to Chinese rule in 1945.

As Indonesia celebrates success at the 2026 Asian Para Games, the contributions of businesses, foundations and ...

Brazilian police shot a man who assaulted and threatened his partner with a fake gun in Criciuma, southern Brazil.

All the deceased are associated with the owner of the hotel.

US President Donald Trump on Monday expressed doubts about the fairness of the presidential election in Brazil, in which the incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva won.

European gas prices have hit a four-year high as the Iran war disrupts LNG shipments and low storage levels fuel concerns ahead of winter Read Full Article at RT.com

This article was first published on October 27, 1971.

More than 500 trees have already been cut down at the East Potomac Golf Links.

Thailand will require identity verification for paid social media advertisements from 1 November under a new “No ID, No Ads” policy aimed at curbing online scams, with the rules covering Thai and foreign advertisers targeting audiences in the country.

Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian has congratulated the Iranian Greco-Roman wrestling team on its commanding early victory at the 2026 World Wrestling Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan, describing the achievement as a source of national pride.

Ex-FBI Director James Comey denies US Justice Department's new charges.

Shares in ZTE rose as much as 7 per cent in Hong Kong on Tuesday morning after the Chinese telecommunications equipment maker posted a nearly fivefold jump in third-quarter profit, driven by rapid expansion in its computing infrastructure and overseas operations.

The Russian Armed Forces have established a ceasefire in the Kherson sector to prepare for a humanitarian operation in the area of Alyoshki (Oleshky) in the Kherson Region, the Russian Defense Ministry said.

A Myanmar citizen living in Denmark on Monday filed a complaint with Danish authorities against the country’s ruling military junta for alleged war crimes committed against minorities.

Experts are warning that the proliferation of live odds into news coverage could sow confusion.

PHUKET — 26 October 2026, Floodwaters brought an unexpected twist of humour to Phuket, where residents were filmed casting fishing nets along a flooded road in Kamala and even catching fish to take home.

Moroccan police intercepted a migrant swimming towards Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta

Her support dipped towards the end of her term in office amid deteriorating economic conditions and the Covid-19 backlash.

The localised ceasefire, secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, will allow evacuations and aid deliveries to Oleshky.

The infrastructure is being developed using a fast-track approach

Seventeen inmates escaped from Theni sub-jail in Tamil Nadu late Monday after allegedly assaulting prison staff.

The previous tender process for the project was cancelled in January

Stocks in China have already crashed as lofty valuations collapse under worries about AI demand.

A decision by Turkey, Pakistan, Qatar and Indonesia to jointly develop and produce weapons systems marks a major push to reduce reliance on Western armaments that come with political strings attached, observers say.

CAIRO, Oct 27 - The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said on Tuesday it intercepted and destroyed ballistic missiles and drones launched by the Houthis towards two regions of Saudi Arabia, as the conflict between the kingdom and the Iran-aligned group intensifies.

US President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the Atlantic Ocean the ‘American Ocean’ at a Republican rally.

Abu Dhabi utility prices green and conventional notes in the first public benchmark from an emirate government-related entity since March

CORINTH, Mississippi, Oct 26 - US President Donald Trump campaigned on Monday in deeply Republican Mississippi, predicting victory for a Republican Senate candidate based on what he deemed to be a booming US economy, while also repeating his claim that oil prices would soon plummet.

The Indonesian government reviews potential revisions to the Anti-Corruption Law to harmonize domestic legislation with ...

Air defences destroy four Houthi drones targeting Saudi Arabia's southern region, Saudi-coalition says

The ceasefire was brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump.

AI-generated “sob-story boys” have recently taken Chinese short-video platforms by storm, allegedly using emotional manipulation to cheat elderly viewers out of their savings.

Israel Elections: The vote for all 120 seats in the Knesset is the first since the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023, that shook the country and plunged the Middle East into turmoil.

China imports bull semen as the genetic quality of its domestic cattle is lower than that overseas.

China's domestic tourism market posted solid growth in terms of both trips and travel spending from January to September this year, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism said on Monday.

A completion ceremony for the renovation project for Chinese People's Volunteers (CPV) martyrs' cemeteries was held Saturday in Sinphyong County, North Hwanghae Province of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), on the occasion of the 76th anniversary of the CPV's entry into the DPRK to fight in the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea.

DUBLIN, Oct 26 - American rapper Macklemore vowed to continue to speak out loudly against Israel's war in Gaza at the opening of his \"Free Palestine\" concert tour organised after he was dropped as the opening act for Ed Sheeran over pro-Palestinian remarks.

The Oct 26 report followed four earlier cases in the park in 2026.

In Andhra Pradesh, beaches have been closed to the public, and movement on coastal roads will be suspended from Tuesday afternoon. 

'Shithouse countries': Trump has pledged not to use such language again, adviser says

Trump pushes unsubstantiated claims about Brazil's presidential vote but says he 'didn't take sides' in the race.

They called on the international community to scale up funding.

Hong Kong’s determination to become a hub for everything – innovation, finance, trade, culture and sport – appears to know no bounds.

The Pentagon has assigned the USS Colorado as the first US nuclear-powered attack submarine to join a rotating force to be based in Western Australia.

Check petrol, diesel and CNG prices on October 27.

Bayern Munich and England striker Harry Kane has won his first Ballon d’Or after a record-breaking season.

Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted Houthi missiles launched towards Eastern Region

His comments were made in a key midterm battleground nine days before the elections.

The 15-year-old suspect will be charged with 11 counts of attempted second-degree murder.

Jordan says it struck terrorist hideouts in Syria after a church shooting killed nine people, while Damascus reports seven civilian deaths Read Full Article at RT.com

Thousands gathered on the streets of Belgrade for a second night to celebrate the student-led movement's victory.

Some teens in Japan are using social media to form groups and organise stunts targeting the police.

US appeals court blocks government effort to stop California from tabulating ballots from list of alleged non-citizens.

Taiwan is developing an AI-powered system to coordinate drone fleets for maritime surveillance and countering “grey-zone” activities, with researchers completing a simulation involving 20 aircraft, according to the island’s Ocean Affairs Council.

Authorities say the fire in September is part of a broader campaign against European countries that support Ukraine.

In September, Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu unveiled the city’s first five-year plan along with his policy address, highlighting Hong Kong’s strategic role in promoting the greater use of the yuan outside mainland China as a key priority.

Lula won another term with a social media campaign that convinced Brazilians to reject his rival.

Global worries about AI tools are mounting after a string of hacking incidents involving developers such as OpenAI and Anthropic.

Watch: Israeli forces detain and assault Palestinian in occupied West Bank town of Sinjil

The final tally is expected by Oct 30 and official election results are formally published on Nov 4.

JERUSALEM, Oct 27 - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a fight for political survival in Israel's election on Tuesday, with voters weighing his leadership after the 2023 Hamas-led attacks, wars in Gaza and with Iran, and Israel's deepening international isolation.

Surging fuel prices are a major thorn in the Republican Party's side as they look to defend narrow majorities.

In parts of Southeast Asia, unsold homes are piling up as developers struggle to clear housing stock – yet young buyers hoping to land their first property still cannot find an affordable home.

China has released footage of its troops carrying out a “no-notice” rocket launch as part of an ongoing effort by state media to showcase the People’s Liberation Army’s rapid-response capabilities.

China has granted new autonomous-driving permission to electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng and a mainland joint venture of Volkswagen, intensifying the commercialisation race between China’s autonomous driving firms and US company Tesla.

The Trump administration claims that trans troops, comprising 0.1% of the military, are a costly burden on military effectiveness.

Iran says the United States is "not serious" about negotiations as UKMTO reports a ship on fire off the coast of Iraq.

Left-wing protesters clashed with police and torched vehicles in Spain after right-wing commentator Vito Quiles canceled a university talk Read Full Article at RT.com

This is the third criminal case brought against the outspoken critic of US President Donald Trump.

Flavio Bolsonaro posted a video on social media saying police ordered him to surrender his passports

Syria closes border crossings with Jordan after air strikes kill seven people in Deraa and Suweyda, including children.

Jordan’s air force has carried out several strikes in southern Syria in response to Friday’s church attack.

This was the first time the Trump administration sought to prevent votes from being counted by a state.

Indonesia and India have launched a creative technology corridor at the Singhasari Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in East ...

French student leader says not all demands were met.

Bayern Munich striker becomes the first Englishman to win the prestigious award in 25 years, after Michael Owen in 2001.

The Indonesian government plans to build domestic crude oil storage facilities to allow imports to be shipped directly ...

A mass brawl erupted between players of the Turkish football teams Galatasaray and Fenerbahce.

The lawsuit, filed in 2019, was dismissed.

Indonesia’s investment management agency, Danantara, aims to attract US$20 billion to US$30 billion in strategic ...

Israeli settlers burn Palestinian's car near Nablus, local sources say

The long wait for criminal cases to be heard in Hong Kong’s courts could persist because of a surge in fraud and money laundering litigation, the judiciary has warned, as the Law Society suggested extending sitting hours into the evening.

The HK$2.7 billion (US$344 million) sale of two Shimao Group hotels in Hong Kong leaves an estimated HK$1.8 billion shortfall against their secured loans.

Obama made a series of scathing criticisms of Republican Trump’s “chaos and cruelty”.

Russia has ramped up diesel output by 20,000 tons per day after a deal between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, Reuters has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasted of ⁠his endorsement from Donald Trump on the eve of Israel’s election, suggesting the two leaders could restart their war against Iran if he wins, after Trump said they should “finish the job”.

Russia has intensified drone and missile attacks on Ukraine in recent weeks, putting Kyiv on a near-constant state of alert.

US President Donald Trump questioned Brazil’s presidential runoff, suggesting it was rigged after Lula narrowly defeated Flavio Bolsonaro Read Full Article at RT.com

Comey, who was fired during Trump's first term, has been accused of unlawfully divulging national security information.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Oct 27, 2026.

US rapper Macklemore on Monday launched his new “Free Palestine Tour” in Dublin after being dropped as a supporting act by British pop star Ed Sheeran over pro-Palestinian comments.

The armed forces said the operation was conducted in coordination with Damascus.

The war on Iran is driving up fuel and fertiliser costs across Africa, threatening food security, trade officials say.

‘We left with heavy hearts’: Israel’s assault displaces thousands in Hebron

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that leftist incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s surprise win in Brazil’s presidential vote “looked like another rigged election”, although the party of defeated right-winger Flavio Bolsonaro later acknowledged the result.

Maurene Comey, the daughter of Donald Trump foe James Comey, was summarily dismissed in July 2025 as an assistant US attorney in Manhattan.

Finance ministers from 21 Asia-Pacific economies recently met in Hong Kong, the first time the city has hosted them.

Germany reportedly wants to buy Ukrainian-developed Bars cruise missiles to expand its long-range strike capabilities Read Full Article at RT.com

Tehran, IRNA – Iran's Armed Forces Chief of Staff Major General Ali Abdollahi has warned that any vessel violating Iranian security protocols in the southern waters “will put itself at risk and face serious damage.”

Shoppers walking along the street told AFP this was a “good idea”, but drivers of London’s famous black taxi cabs rejected the move as “crazy”.

The five-day poll also showed that registered voters broadly favoured Democrats over Republicans by 47% to 36%.

Scattered showers offer hope for haze-hit areas as Indonesia’s rainy season nears.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva wins a fourth term as Bolsonaro disputes the result.

Maurene Comey had argued that she was fired because her father, former FBI chief James Comey, was target of Trump's ire.

Moscow, IRNA – Referring to the fact that the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation enjoy good relations, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed that the challenge ahead is US unilateralism, which seeks to advance its agenda through bullying; however, together with Russia and other nations, Iran is striving to realize multilateralism globally.

BRASILIA/SAO PAULO, Oct 26 - Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro said on Monday that the country's federal police had requested that he turn in his passports following a visit to his imprisoned father, former President Jair Bolsonaro.

The European Union will from Sunday slap a €2 (US$2.25) handling fee on packages from outside the 27-nation bloc in a bid to curb the influx from China.

Netanyahu denies reports he will fire chief of staff

Sudan decries Nusseibeh UN candidacy as ‘whitewashing' Emirati role in civil war

Oct 26 - A Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Monday killed at least one person and injured 10, including students at a dormitory, officials said.

Reuters has reported that officials from US State Department led a campaign to return the Bolsonaros to power.

The White House did not immediately respond to questions about where the money would come from.

Serbia’s new government will not impose sanctions on Russia despite EU pressure, the victorious Student List has told RT Balkan Read Full Article at RT.com

WASHINGTON, Oct 26 - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that Venezuela's electoral infrastructure was designed to rig elections and so must be quickly replaced before a valid election can be held.

MANILA, Philippines — A book on Philippine education during Martial Law was launched on Monday.

Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan held talks with Iran on Monday in an attempt to stop the Middle East war from reigniting, with Tehran saying the discussions were “very good”.

The ICC is becoming a European court as EU lawmakers reaffirm their support despite growing US pressure, George Szamuely has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not return the UK to EU freedom of movement rules without a referendum, after ruling out the prospect of Britain rejoining the bloc within this parliamentary term.

BUCHAREST, Oct 26 - Romania's Intelligence Service said on Monday it had identified a sabotage network coordinated by Russia, which it believed was responsible for a fire in September at an industrial site in central Romania near a state-owned weapons company.

Israeli media: At Netanyahu's request, Israeli officials discussed preparations for striking Iran

The talks followed warnings by the US, Iran and Israel that hostilities could restart in the eight-month war.

In the increasingly bitter legal stand-off between US President Donald Trump and media outlets whose reporting he dislikes, a new and crucial third party has emerged: citizens who watch and read the news and need it to do their jobs.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday admitted that the authorities were not prepared for such complex protests as those that swept the country on October 17.

UNITED NATIONS (Sputnik) - Hundreds of underage Russians aged between two and 17 have been added to the database of the Ukrainian notoriously controversial website Myrotvorets, Russian Permanent Representative to the United Nations Vassily Nebenzia said on Monday.

Iran's supreme leader: A strong Iran rests upon scientific power

DOHA (Sputnik) - Saudi Arabia has stated the importance of keeping channels open for negotiations with Iran and the US to prevent the resumption of hostilities in the region, in connection with the visit to Iran of representatives from the member states of the Mecca Defense Pact, the country's Foreign Ministry said on Monday.

'A Zionist framing of Palestinian history': Why a book on Palestine was pulled from its publisher

CARACAS, Oct 26 - Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez said on Monday that she hopes negotiations with a faction of the opposition will offer space for all voices to be heard, a day after opposition leader Maria Corina Machado returned to the country.

GENEVA, Oct 26 - Israel continued to commit genocide in Gaza after last October's US-brokered ceasefire in the enclave, a UN commission said in a report published on Monday that Israel dismissed as part of a \"misinformation campaign\".

The lawsuit argues that restricting access for news organisations over their coverage deprives the public of independent reporting about the president and his administration.

⁠A woman infected with ⁠the Ebola virus and her husband, a ⁠Swiss diplomat, were flown from Nigeria to hospitals in Switzerland on Monday, Swiss authorities said.

Iranians are bracing for a possible return to full-scale war as Trump bolsters US military forces in the Middle East.

Exclusive: UK leans towards backing UAE's Lana Nusseibeh for UN secretary-general

Tehran, IRNA – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, in a message addressed to elites and medalists in scientific and athletic competitions on the global stage, highlighted the unparalleled role of these young, high-achieving individuals—who bring honor to the nation in science and sports—in fostering hope, progress, and vitality within the country.

Oct 26 - Russian forces launched strikes on Monday on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, killing two people and injuring four, Mayor Ihor Terekhov said on Telegram.

Former FBI director James Comey has been charged with allegedly disclosing national defence information, the third criminal case brought against the outspoken critic of US President Donald Trump.

Government weighs lowering 12.5% capital gains levy, allowing foreign investors to calculate gains in dollar terms

Iran, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey to cooperate on regional security

At a business forum in The Hague, commerce minister said India is a trusted nation that doesn't steal data, technology, and ideas.

FBI considering espionage case against Saudi OpenAI suspect: Report

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Kiev authorities have intensified targeted strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) and its satellite town of Energodar, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Monday.

CARACAS/BOGOTA, Oct 26 - Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who returned on Sunday after nearly a year away, will walk a tightrope as she seeks the elections her supporters want without running afoul of a US-backed negotiation process between the interim government and other opposition groups.

The iPhone Duo, which went on sale Oct 23, represents Apple’s first foray into foldable phones.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The Pentagon has commented on Volodymyr Zelensky’s complaints about delays in the supply of missiles for Patriot air defense systems, telling Sputnik that the US policy regarding the weapons that European countries can transfer to Ukraine remains unchanged.

ZURICH, Oct 26 - Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis will travel to North Korea this week for political talks and for the formal reopening of Switzerland's diplomatic office in Pyongyang, his government said on Monday.

Actor Walter Koenig, who played Ensign Pavel Chekov, the youthful Russian navigator on the Star Trek television series and several films, has died.

Uttar Pradesh Police has formed an SIT to investigate the collision involving vehicles in Rahul Gandhi’s convoy on the Purvanchal Expressway.

In its counter-affidavit filed before the apex court, the poll panel said the SIR orders issued on June 24, 2025, October 27, 2025, and May 14, 2026, were approved unanimously by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi.

Fox News has reported new details of the Pentagon’s FORTRESS program to strengthen the US military’s resilience Read Full Article at RT.com

Reshaping Britain’s relationship with the EU has become one of Andy Burnham’s key pledges since he became prime minister three months ago.

Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto highlighted the need for Indonesia to accelerate ...

Indonesia’s Public Works Ministry has employed 97,000 workers in the second phase of the Sekolah Rakyat school ...

Storage at Jurong Island facility expected to start in second half of 2027

25 years after the Patriot Act, America still wrestles with surveillance and civil liberties as AI raises new questions about privacy Read Full Article at RT.com

UN human rights chief warns of 'ethnic cleansing' in Hebron

Bank Indonesia (BI) has reaffirmed its commitment to an active market presence to stabilize the rupiah, assuring ...

Nepal will receive $20 million from the UN’s loss and damage fund after August floods killed around 1,500 people and caused $2.7 billion in infrastructure losses.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States intends to discuss geopolitical crises and their consequences for energy and global trade at the G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, the US Department of State said on Monday.

Indonesia's Customs and Excise authorities thwarted attempts to illegally export 25.88 kilograms of gold worth ...

Democrats and outside watchdogs are planning a massive presence at the polls on US election day driven by concerns that US President Donald Trump will further leverage the vast resources of the federal government to interfere with a midterm that could hobble his final two years in office.

The Netherlands plans to cut 25,000 government jobs by 2035, using AI and administrative reforms to save billions annually Read Full Article at RT.com

Indonesia cannot rely solely on the State Budget to drive economic growth, as households and businesses play a major ...

A software engineer with nearly a decade of experience has sparked a Reddit debate after saying rapid advances in artificial intelligence have made him consider farming or growing his own food.

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian departed for Moscow on Monday evening to attend and address the eighth summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), with talks on bilateral cooperation also on his agenda.

KINSHASA, Oct 26 - Youths killed a longtime nurse treating Ebola patients in eastern Congo and other health workers were sheltering under police guard, health officials said on Monday, in the latest in a series of attacks that have been fuelled by misinformation.

Israel’s 2026 elections: With 61 of 120 seats needed for a majority, parties could explore alliances, a unity government, minority rule or fresh elections if negotiations fail.

Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni emphasized that the central and regional governments share responsibility for ...

Mecca alliance visits Tehran in push to end Israeli-US war and build regional security

BELGRADE, Oct 26 - By unseating longtime leader Aleksandar Vucic in Sunday's election, Serbia's student protest movement did what demonstrators in other European capitals can only dream of.

Tehran, IRNA - Delegations from Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia released a press statement after concluding their security meeting in Tehran on Monday.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Angolan Minister of State Dionisio Manuel da Fonseca has arrived in Moscow to participate in the third Russia-Africa summit, a Sputnik correspondent reported.

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has assured the public that Indonesia's rice supply is sufficient to meet ...

OMBUDSMAN Jesus Crispin Remulla on Monday vowed to go after officials who manipulated the national budget following the Supreme Court’s ruling declaring portions of the 2024 to 2026 national budgets unconstitutional.

PAG-IBIG Fund financing for socialized housing surged 173 percent in the first nine months of 2026, with 10,904 homes financed for minimum-wage and low-income members, up from 3,987 in the same period last year.

The 71-year-old pontiff is recovering from an Oct 13 lung cancer surgery.

THE Philippine National Police (PNP) said it has mobilized dedicated tracker teams, including Special Action Forces, to locate and arrest fugitive Sen.

THE Office of the Ombudsman has joined the Justice Sector Coordinating Council (JSCC) to strengthen the government’s fight against corruption, address delays in corruption cases, and improve coordination among justice institutions.

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The proposed trade agreement could give Indian exporters greater certainty on US tariffs as New Delhi pursues preferential access to economies accounting for a majority of global GDP.

The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) plans to reduce its reliance on Unusual Market Activity (UMA) notices and stock ...

HOUSE prosecution panel adviser and spokesman Ace Barbers on Monday renewed his call for a stronger Philippine Navy or Coast Guard presence in Surigao del Norte following the reported transit of a Chinese aircraft carrier strike group through the Basilan Strait.

'Escalation is coming': Middle East on edge as new Israeli-US attack on Iran looms

SENATE Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Monday backed Sen.

THE number of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) repatriated from Saudi Arabia reached 365, following the arrival of 60 more on Sunday night.

EU auditor Tony Murphy has warned of rising debt costs and fraud risks as Brussels seeks billions more for Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

THREE Filipino men allegedly recruited for military and border guard jobs in Eastern Europe were detained at Davao International Airport after falsely claiming they were headed to Thailand for a Muay Thai tournament, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Monday.

VICE President Sara Duterte’s approval and trust ratings edged up by 1 percentage point each in the third quarter of 2026, but about five in 10 Filipinos remain dissatisfied with and distrustful of her performance, a Pahayag survey released Monday said.

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THE Bureau of Customs (BOC) collected P757.406 billion in the first nine months of 2026, surpassing its revenue target by P8.913 billion as it strives for a historic P1-trillion collection goal by year-end.

LOCAL budget carriers Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) and AirAsia Philippines have issued separate travel advisories ahead of the All Saints' Day break, reminding passengers to arrive early at the airport to avoid peak-season congestion.

The University of Indonesia (UI) is leading an international study on the role of nutrition in preventing tuberculosis ...

THE Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Monday it will enforce stricter recruitment standards for aspiring police officers.

SEVERAL roads around the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) and Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) will be closed as part of preparations for the 49th Asean Summit on Nov.

Minister of Cooperatives, Ferry Juliantono, is facilitating and encouraging the development of the coffee industry in ...

The latest iPad mini kicks off a series of late-October product introductions from Apple.

India’s proposed 11,200-MW Siang dam in Arunachal Pradesh aims to boost water storage and manage flood risks amid China’s upstream mega-dam plans.

Bank Indonesia (BI) aims to increase the value of local currency transactions (LCT) to US$55 billion in 2026, up from ...

Indonesia’s Special Task Force for Upstream Oil and Gas (SKK Migas) is committed to creating a more attractive ...

Oct 26 - Slovakia will continue to pursue its national interests and develop cooperation with Russia in areas not affected by sanctions, Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar said on Monday after talks in Moscow with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.

Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara outlined five foundational pillars necessary to transition Indonesia into a ...

Fyodor Lukyanov on what Vucic’s defeat means for Russia and Europe Read Full Article at RT.com

President Prabowo Subianto has disbursed Rp200 billion (approximately US$11 million) in presidential assistance to ...

US asset manager joins other strategic investors in Abu Dhabi firm, with $5bn committed to its strategies at initial close

Civil service headcount has surged to record 160,000 at the end of 2025, up 41% from 2018.

Indonesia’s Ministry of National Development Planning is pushing for greater cross-border cooperation across Asia ...

Bank Indonesia (BI) plans to use transaction data from the Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) as one ...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold a marathon of 24 bilateral international meetings this week, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Monday.

Anthropic’s Claude has accessed Georgia voter data, bypassing a paywall without human authorization, the company says Read Full Article at RT.com

Tehran, IRNA – Artists and demonstrators in Milan, Italy, have commemorated children killed in Iranian southern city of Minab and Gaza during events marking the 82nd anniversary of the Gorla school massacre in World War Two.

Indonesia’s roadmap to mandate a 50 percent bioethanol fuel blend (E50) could require the construction of 320 new ...

Revised electricity tariffs will take effect on 1 January 2027, with consumption rates increasing by up to 16.7% for residential customers

A speech by Chinese President Xi Jinping at a ceremony commemorating the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army has been published as a booklet.

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Hong Kong authorities have announced plans to step up traffic management at the revamped Huanggang Port to prevent a repeat of last weekend’s congestion caused by Halloween and concert crowds.

The South China Morning Post has won six prizes at the World Association of News Publishers’ (Wan-Ifra) prestigious Asian Media Awards 2026 in Singapore, including a clean sweep for best news photography.

The procurement proposals were approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), the defence ministry's highest decision-making body on military procurement.

The Justice Department sued California over more than 20,000 people it suspects are noncitizens on voter rolls, seeking verification before related ballots are counted.

Kishore Pandurang Rao bought the winning ticket for AED 50 (around ₹1,300) on the UAE Lottery platform.

ROME, Oct 26 - An Italian prosecutor requested a life sentence on Monday for a US citizen accused of murdering his partner and their 13-month-old daughter, whose bodies were discovered last year in a park in central Rome.

GENEVA, Oct 26 - Fuel shortages in Yemen's besieged city of Taiz have forced one hospital to cut the number of incubators it can operate from 40 to 10, putting newborn babies at risk as weeks of fighting choke off vital supplies and deepen a humanitarian crisis affecting hundreds of thousands of people.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US AI developer Anthropic on Monday issued a request to the US Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering (IPO).

HAVANA (Sputnik) - The humanitarian aid coming to Cuba from Russia is being directed to the most vulnerable categories of citizens, Cuba’s Minister of Domestic Trade Betsy Diaz Velazquez told Sputnik when asked about the recent shipment of 750 tonnes of vegetable oil to the island.

A seafood feast relies on a healthy ocean

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Qatar is working on an agreement between the United States and Iran, under which both sides will make a number of mutual concessions within five days, The New York Times reported on Monday, citing diplomatic sources.

Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran supports any understanding that strengthens unity and cohesion among Islamic countries, as well as regional security and development.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s re-election preserves Beijing’s most critical foothold in Latin America, while positioning Brasilia to leverage the US-China rivalry over its vast rare earth reserves without picking sides.

Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara aims to put 15 to 16 waste-to-energy (PSEL) projects out to tender by ...

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva declared assets worth R$4.78 million, about $953,000, in his 2026 filing.

Tehran, IRNA – Iran’s national Greco-Roman wrestling team won the early overall title at the World Championships in Kazakhstan, with three gold, two silver and two bronze medals.

Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi is a DMK leader from Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, and a close associate of DMK youth wing secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin.

Under the one-time FAST-DS scheme, eligible taxpayers can disclose specified foreign assets by 31 December, with tax and penalty relief for qualifying declarations.

BEIJING, Oct 26 - China opposes US \"smearing and stigmatisation\" of Confucius Institutes, its foreign ministry said on Monday, after the US Defense Department designated the Chinese-funded cultural centres on university campuses as a threat to US national security on Friday.

Slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung’s ex-husband lived an affluent lifestyle in mainland China allegedly funded by the model’s money and borrowed a car used to move equipment involved in her killing, a court has heard.

Indonesia and Portugal are finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding employment opportunities ...

The contracts will cover Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al-Quoz, Al-Barsha, Al-Wasl and Al-Marmoum

Israel heads into a closely contested election as Netanyahu fights to retain power after years of war, political scandals, and mass protests Read Full Article at RT.com

The project, being developed between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, will begin trial operations on Monday.

Hong Kong authorities have proposed raising the residential share of a Hung Hom harbourfront development to more than 60 per cent by cutting commercial floor space, citing “strong doubts” over market demand for offices.

The contract covers 617 residential units across eight buildings at Bay Grove Residences on Dubai Islands

Indonesia’s Special Task Force for Upstream Oil and Gas (SKK Migas) is offering investment opportunities to ...

Anthropic disclosed steep losses and explosive revenue growth on ⁠Monday as the Claude parent moved closer to a potentially record-breaking IPO, betting on AI’s ability to reshape the global economy.

Air Niugini is calling on passengers in Papua New Guinea to be more vigilant about the safe use of portable chargers and other battery-powered electronics after a charging incident caused smoke and a small fire at Jacksons International Airport.

Pakistan has attempted to mediate a peace deal in the Middle East war with Iran.

Papua New Guinea's Madang Province has welcomed a new police commander, Chief Superintendent Vakaruru Uraia, who has assumed leadership of the provincial police command following a handover ceremony at Jomba Police Station.

Tehran, IRNA - A quadrilateral meeting of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia has kicked off in Tehran.

A robbery attempt in Kimbe has ended with 12 armed men dead after surviving occupants of an overturned getaway vehicle allegedly exchanged gunfire with police on Monday morning.

The US is pushing for former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to become the next UN Secretary-General, the WSJ has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier's visit to China highlights the importance of dialogue, mutual trust and shared economic interests in advancing bilateral ties.

The royal directives cover both direct financial assistance to eligible households and measures intended to improve wages and employment conditions for Saudi nationals.

French President Emmanuel Macron promised on Monday that his government would announce a package of measures in response to weeks of street protests over a broad set of grievances, while acknowledging the risk of more unrest ahead.

Twelve armed men have died following a confrontation with police in Kimbe, West New Britain, after an attempted trade store robbery escalated into a gunfight on Monday morning.

Indonesia is evaluating potential sites across several regions—including the Riau Islands and Halmahera—for ...

Indonesia has officially overhauled its procurement framework for crude oil, fuel, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) ...

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) might declare the start of the amihan season in the next days.

CAIRO (Sputnik) - The Soviet Union helped Egypt build as an independent country that makes decisions autonomously, Hakim Abdel Nasser, son of former Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser, told Sputnik ahead of the third Russia-Africa Summit.

Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian said Indonesia's annual inflation rate of 3.28 percent in September 2026 ...

NEW DELHI (Sputnik) - The BRICS group of developing economies has become a pillar of the emerging multipolar world order, which is based on the principles of equality and mutually beneficial cooperation, Russian parliamentary speaker Vyacheslav Volodin said on Monday.

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A 48-year-old 7-Eleven assistant store manager in Bangkok has gone viral for his ability to communicate in seven languages, drawing attention to how he uses his multilingual skills to welcome and assist international customers.

Ninety-seven per cent of global institutional investors expect the Menat region to attract significantly more infrastructure capital by 2030

DOHA (Sputnik) - Libyan Presidential Council Chairman Mohammad Al-Manfi is on a visit to Moscow on Monday to participate in the Russia-Africa summit and the summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), the office of the Presidential Council said.

The China-proposed Global Governance Initiative (GGI), launched one year ago at a time of "great chaos" in the world, reinforces China's resolve to act as a force of peace and invites all countries to build a multipolar world order that puts people at its heart, a Canadian scholar said.

WuXi AppTec raised its full-year revenue guidance after its net profit surged 62.4 per cent in the first nine months of 2026, while revenue rose 38.6 per cent on strong demand for its drug development and manufacturing services.

Indonesia has launched the 'Camino de Flores: The Sacred Journey of Flores' program to introduce the beauty of ...

Jordanian security forces arrested two brothers ‌and their brother-in-law after a shoot-out on Monday over a church attack that killed nine people, and the suspects appear to have no ties to other cells, senior government security officials said.

India signed 14 binding clean hydrogen supply contracts in the first four months of 2026, covering 311,520 metric tonnes of annual supply, with 62% destined for export markets, former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant said.

China may have begun limited production of its next-generation KJ-3000 airborne early warning aircraft, with satellite imagery suggesting that three possible production examples were already parked at a factory as early as April, according to an imagery analyst.

China mourns Fukuda as an old friend committed to bilateral ties

US singer Chris ⁠Brown was spared an immediate prison sentence in Britain on Monday for attacking a producer with a tequila bottle in a London nightclub in 2023, with his fans cheering as the musician walked free from court.

Tehran, IRNA – The head of Iran's parliamentary delegation to the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum said the global order must be based on the rule of law, stressing that no country should consider itself above the law.

Moscow, IRNA – Acting Oil Minister Hamid Bovard says US military interventions, hostile actions in several nations, along with unilateral sanctions, have negatively impacted investment, security, and predictability of global energy markets.

A Singaporean woman pleaded guilty on Monday to conspiring with a friend and the friend’s boyfriend to abuse four-year-old Megan Khung, and helping to dispose of the child’s body after she died following months of abuse.

Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has deployed 15 aircraft to execute massive ...

China strictly abides by relevant agreements and common understandings reached with India and conducts routine border patrols and control activities to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maintain stability in border areas, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.

In October, two technology executives offered Europe similar advice.

YALA – Beyond its scenic mountain landscapes and distinctive urban planning, Thailand’s southernmost province of Yala is home to a wealth of local produce whose flavours are shaped by the region’s geography, climate and farming traditions.

Former Japanese prime minister Yasuo Fukuda, who championed closer ties with China during his brief tenure and later served as a crucial diplomatic intermediary during bilateral crises, has died at the age of 90.

Taking aim at the president’s aesthetic choices, Obama told the crowd: “He’s got the White House looking like Saddam Hussein opened a Cheesecake Factory.”

New family of fungi found in Yunnan has massive fruiting body

Hanging OHE wire disrupts Mumbai local train services; office-goers face delays

Trump has asked Iran to strike a deal or face renewed military action, calling it “decision time” for Tehran.

A Hong Kong civil servant has been sued by 14 colleagues for HK$28.9 million (US$3.7 million) after he allegedly refused to split a winning Mark Six jackpot.

Firefighters rescued two workers left dangling on safety harnesses more than 30 storeys above ground outside a landmark skyscraper in Hong Kong’s Central district on Monday evening after their suspended working platform apparently malfunctioned and suddenly dropped.

Ama Dablam is a popular mountain among climbers in Solukhumbu district, home to the world’s tallest peak, Mount Everest.

Chinese researchers warn that rising runoff in Tibet’s Yarlung Tsangpo, which flows into India as the Brahmaputra, could heighten flood risks this century.

Why was this grassland a "Sea of Death" during the Long March?

Police became vigilant after receiving information about a suspicious individual, prompting them to question him.

The Philippines faces the highest climate-driven port damage costs in Southeast Asia, with annual losses projected to hit US$70.2 billion by 2100, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has warned.

Storm Boelo brought strong winds and heavy rain to Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England, disrupting transport and causing power cuts.

Russian human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova has rejected Ukrainian calls for the compulsory evacuation of families with children from Alyoshki in the Kherson region, insisting that residents must be allowed to decide for themselves whether to stay or leave.

The Indonesian Air Force has airlifted 4.6 tons of dry ice to South Sumatra and South Kalimantan to bolster emergency ...

The Mosprom Export Support Center organized a series of meetings between Moscow-based industrial companies and prospective clients in Manama.

Smart innovation reshapes China's camping exports

Millions in Japan value the written word for digital detox and connection.

Russian military engineers are clearing roads leading to Alyoshki in the Kherson region of mines and explosive traps on a daily basis, Russia's Defense Ministry reported.

Despite the Democrats’ constant criticism of Donald Trump, it is them who bear the main responsibility for the current energy crisis in the US, international relations expert Tadeo Casteglione tells Sputnik.

Scientists at the Siberian Federal University have proposed a new way to make aircraft and satellite components stronger and more resistant to cracking by changing how aluminum alloys are rolled and shaped.

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Officials from countries that signed the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement will hold regional security talks in Tehran on Monday, Ali Bagheri Kani, deputy secretary of the Iranian Supreme National Security Council, said.

After 14 years of Vucic's political dominance, Serbia faces a new phase in its political development.

Diplomats: this Long March exhibition is inspiring

The solar panel subsidy is expected to be approved at a Cabinet meeting on Oct 27.

Indonesia’s 8 percent reduction in natural gas exports to Singapore complies fully with minimum supply thresholds ...

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth will travel to the Philippines this week to meet regional allies, the Pentagon announced on Sunday.

New White paper outlines plans to lower water levels in four high-risk glacial lakes.

The idea of collecting cardboard boxes and used paper in exchange for a few pennies was never something Kuang Su-ling thought she would have to do for a living.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - New US strikes on Iran would go beyond efforts to maintain the status quo by striking Iranian military sites that can be quickly rebuilt, CNN reported, citing sources.

The United States is expected to downsize its diplomatic missions in the Middle East in the coming days, CNN reported, citing sources.

The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) will begin publicly disclosing and launching formal investigations into suspected ...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - French police detained more than 1,400 people during nationwide protests on Saturday, French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said.

Cyclone Arnab is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm before making landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Pentagon is preparing military bases within the United States for autonomous operation for at least 90 days in the event of a military conflict, Fox News reported citing documents.

DOHA (Sputnik) - Yemen's Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, said on Monday that it had launched attacks on oil pumping stations of the East-West pipeline in Saudi Arabia.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia hopes that Ukraine will fulfill the agreements reached as part of a humanitarian operation in Alyoshki in the Kherson region, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday.

Wenzhou summit puts young scientists at the center of innovation

Oct 26 - Attacks by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis have nearly emptied the skies over Riyadh this month, aviation data showed on Monday, with cancellations grounding almost nine out of every 10 scheduled flights at the Saudi capital's airport.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his re-election as the president of Brazil, the Kremlin said on Monday.

Malaysia has been forced to reassess its energy strategy due to the Middle East war.

Tehran, IRNA – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted the role of people-oriented passive defense in strengthening the Iranian nation's resilience and steadfastness during the two recent US-Israeli-imposed wars.

Chas Freeman, former US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, says estimates of the damage inflicted upon Saudi Arabia by Yemen’s Ansarallah have reached two trillion dollars, warning that this is a war that Saudi Arabia cannot win.

The Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming met with fishermen at the Tegalkatilayu Fish Auction Port (TPI) in ...

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — The Vietnam-Malaysia-Singapore (VMS) renewable electricity initiative has reached an import...

SINGAPORE, Oct 26 — Singapore’s Energy Market Authority (EMA) and Malaysia’s Energy Commission (ST) to...

SINGAPORE, Oct 26 — Singapore and Saudi Arabia plan to establish a crude oil storage arrangement at Singapore&rsqu...

Ageing parents inspired a restaurant owner to develop easy-to-swallow ramen.

East Malaysia’s assertiveness and fiscal demands are growing.

Washington considers the centres propaganda tools of the Chinese Communist Party.

Tehran, IRNA — Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Eje’i says the courage and firmness of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution are fully evident in the current Leader, Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei.

China opposes the smearing and stigmatization of Confucius Institutes, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday, after the United States placed the institutes on a "threat list" last week.

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China on Monday congratulated Brazilian incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his victory in the country's presidential runoff, pledging to work with Brazil to further advance the building of a China-Brazil community with a shared future.

It depicts a fictional second Korean War triggered by a full-scale North Korean invasion of South Korea.

TOKYO, Oct 26 - Japanese prosecutors have indicted a US Marine on charges of robbery and murder of a Japanese woman in the country's southernmost prefecture of Okinawa, Japanese media reported.

The Indonesian Defense Forces (TNI) deployed three transport aircraft to conduct weather modification operations aimed ...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia's Vostok battlegroup liberated the settlement of Obshcheye in the Zaporozhye region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday.

Sovereign wealth fund Danantara Chief Operating Officer Dony Oskaria said transformation of state-owned enterprise ...

Tehran, IRNA – The heads of the Iranian and Chinese parliamentary delegations have met on the sidelines of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhhi, India, stressing the need to strengthen bilateral ties.

Tehran, IRNA – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will travel to Moscow on Monday to attend and address the eighth summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), with talks on bilateral cooperation also on his agenda.

Police in Bali have dismantled a speculative fuel hoarding scheme, arresting four individuals suspected of ...

Congress has the right to investigate possible sanctions violations, but it’s important to distinguish legitimate oversight from using economic issues in political warfare, Republican Malik Francis tells Sputnik.

The German cruise ship Mein Schiff 3 has collided with a container vessel while leaving Bremerhaven for the Canary Islands Read Full Article at RT.com

The Singapore Embassy in Jakarta has rejected social media claims that former Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister ...

Tehran, IRNA – Minister of Education Alireza Kazemi says the ongoing circumstances in the face of the continued hostile enemy hostilities have increased the Iranian nation’s responsibilities during this year’s commemorations of the 1979 US Embassy takeover, known as the National Day of the Fight against Global Arrogance.

Nepal plans flood warnings, glacial lake risk reduction

More than 90 years ago, the Chinese Red Army crossed snow-covered mountains and vast grasslands, breaking through blockades and surviving immense hardship.

"A gentleman learns widely and examines himself daily; thus, his wisdom becomes clear and his conduct free from fault." This ancient teaching pairs broad learning with daily self-reflection – looking outward for knowledge, inward for self-scrutiny.

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Tehran, IRNA – Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says that Tehran will host senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey later on Monday, with regional security topping the agenda of the talks.

Hot Take: Why rocket trails look like jellyfish

Tehran, IRNA — Indonesia supports Iran amid the ongoing war and calls for an end to hostilities, says Rolliansyah (Roy) Soemirat, Indonesian Ambassador to Iran.

"Virtue lies in good governance; governance lies in nurturing the people." This ancient teaching pairs moral integrity with practical governance – true virtue must deliver results, and the ultimate test is whether people's lives improve.

The pavilion will cover an area of 12,300 square metres in the expo’s Humanity District

The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions is championing the leverage of local potential as a ...

Hong Kong to host 94th Interpol General Assembly

Growing curbs have hemmed in Halloween festivities in mainland China since 2023.

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo said the Jakarta Running Festival (JRF) and global rapper Kanye West (Ye) ...

SINGAPORE, Oct 26 — Singapore will raise retirement age to 65 and re-employment age to 70 from Jan 1, 2029, a year...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ugandan Vice President Jessica Alupo arrived in Moscow on Monday to participate in the upcoming Russia-Africa summit, a Sputnik correspondent reported.

Indonesia’s National Police deployed 200 Mobile Brigade (Brimob) personnel and 10 Criminal Investigation Agency ...

Central Jakarta Metropolitan Police seized 1,599 grams of suspected methamphetamine and arrested two suspects, ...

Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said Indonesia would not be lectured on honouring contracts.

Tehran, IRNA — Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized that constructive dialogue, responsible conduct and mutual fulfilment of commitments can ease tensions, ensure safe shipping and help stabilize global energy markets, arguing that the outcome depends on the United States’ political choices.

Iceland's foreign minister to visit China

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo said patients without Jakarta identity cards would receive care at Taman Sari ...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Despite their bravado, the "collective West" has heard the signal from the Russian capital concerning a potential response to the seizure of vessels in the world’s oceans, Vladislav Maslennikov, the director of the Russian Foreign Ministry's European issues department, told Sputnik.

The acquittal comes amid Gandhi's united opposition campaign against India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Hotel operators are enticing guests with flashy interiors, unusual accommodations and walking tours.

ALGIERS (Sputnik) - Direct air links between Russia and Algeria could be resumed in early 2027, once the necessary organizational procedures would be completed, Russian Ambassador to Algeria Alexey Solomatin said in an interview with Sputnik.

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The Primary and Secondary Education Ministry has prepared a special scheduling scheme for the Academic Ability Test ...

Cyclone Arnab is expected to make landfall with gusts of as much as 140kph.

Tehran, IRNA – President Masoud Pezeshkian has congratulated the victory of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil’s presidential election and stressed the expansion of relations between Iran and Brazil.

Mossad operations in the United States span decades, navigating a delicate line between strategic intelligence-sharing and covert espionage.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is interested in all markets that are profitable for it when it comes to gas exports, a point that Russian President Vladimir Putin has explained on numerous occasions, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Sputnik.

Former British Ambassador to Uzbekistan Craig Murray will unpack whether the US blockade is self-defense or illegal aggression, whether securing global trade justifies all-out war, and will answer the...

Tehran, IRNA – An Iranian parliamentary delegation has met with Om Birla, speaker of India’s Lok Sabha, ahead of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The president of Madagascar, Michael Randrianirina, has urged all government officials to follow his son's example and learn the Russian language, the country's national education minister, Rajaonarison Sendra Nirina, told Sputnik.

The Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions is preparing 71 pilot villages to implement its ...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian technologies could help the authorities of Sierra Leone to ensure the western African country's energy and food security, Russian Ambassador to Sierra Leone Andrei Stolyarov told Sputnik.

MEXICO CITY (Sputnik) - The presidents of Cuba, Uruguay, Bolivia, Paraguay and Mexico have congratulated Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his reelection as the president of Brazil.

A 50 million peso (S$1 million) bounty has been put up for information leading to Dela Rosa's arrest.

Manpower Minister Yassierli urged all labor union elements to jointly oversee the implementation of the Manpower ...

See the likely path, wind extent and arrival times for Two.

Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian said funding for forest and land fire mitigation must be promptly put into ...

They are used to predict buying decisions, fine-tune prices and identify potential flaws in shopping experiences.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Drone attacks targeting a key component of Moscow's missile defense system and an electric power facility have been thwarted, and two agents of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) involved in preparing these attacks have been detained, Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Monday.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian military hit a storage facility for the Ukraine's long- and medium-range drones, as well as components for them, in the Kharkov region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday

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Mohsen Rastani, an Iranian documentary and social photographer, was born on December 27, 1958, in Khorramshahr, Khuzestan Province.

Tehran, IRNA – Ali Bagheri, Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, announces that senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey will travel to Tehran as part of efforts to implement the idea of endogenous security in West Asia.

SINGAPORE, Oct 26 — A full-time national serviceman (NSF) with the Singapore Police Force allegedly trespassed int...

Analysts say this could be the last major party gathering before its 2027 leadership reshuffle.

The football teams of Persepolis and Foolad faced each other in Tehran on October 25, 2026, on Day 10 of the Iran Pro League.

SINGAPORE, Oct 26 — Singapore will further its assessment on the feasibility of harnessing geothermal energy for p...

SINGAPORE, Oct 26 — A 24-year-old man was arrested yesterday after he allegedly injured two persons with a knife a...

SEOUL, Oct 26 - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday that the country would not be able to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) during his term.

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The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) started its fifth plenary session in Beijing on Monday morning.

Tehran, IRNA — Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has responded to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s accusation that Iran has attacked ships like the Pirates of the Caribbean, recalling US President Donald Trump’s own remarks comparing his country’s actions to piracy.

Tehran, IRNA – Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a fourth, non-consecutive presidential term, defeating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a closely contested runoff election, according to the country’s electoral authority.

He became prime minister in 2007 and resigned in 2008.

Iran’s Nassaji Mazandaran and Fajr Sepasi Shiraz drew 2-2 in the 10th week of the Persian Gulf Pro League in Qaemshahr City on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

The US in 2023 imposed targeted sanctions on Myanmar’s jet-fuel industry.

 Farmers across Papua New Guinea are being urged to secure reliable water supplies and establish irrigation systems to protect food gardens from dry weather and maintain crop production.

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It had been raining in the states since about 10pm on the night of Oct 25.

Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic warned that the parliamentary bloc that won a majority in today’s snap election would impose sanctions on Russia as early as March or April.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won reelection, securing a historic fourth term after a dramatic comeback in the runoff.

Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said his coalition had lost the parliamentary election, citing preliminary results from a stratified sample.

Mobile canteens, water purification stations sent to quake-hit Xizang

The nation's beauty appeal extends beyond cosmetics stores to pharmacy shelves.

How the CPC stays strong through self-renewal

One company said all customers would receive 5,000 yen (S$41) as “an initial gesture of good faith”.

Social media posts in Indonesia alleged two men had visited the residence of Singapore’s ambassador.

Analysts say PH has better odds in Melaka than Sarawak, though power remains out of reach in both.

Western Sydney International Airport offers the first alternative to the city’s main airport.

Haines remains in hospital after doctors were forced to amputate both her legs.

The closed-door gathering is expected to focus on strengthening the party’s ideology and governance.

 Prime Minister James Marape has directed Papua New Guinea’s economic agencies to move beyond managing government expenditure and focus on expanding revenue through agriculture, manufacturing, transport, retail and other non-resource industries.

The Type-25 is a domestically produced missile designed to be fired from a vehicle-mounted launcher.

The presence of the self-propelled 122-mm howitzer near the border marks a rare visible deployment of such artillery.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said the Nov 7 national election would be decided on economic issues.

Brazil has voted in a runoff between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro, with BRICS, relations with Washington and election interference in focus Read Full Article at RT.com

An ally of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was injured during an attack at a campaign event ahead of Sunday’s runoff election Read Full Article at RT.com

The eastern state hopes to raise a generation that can beat floods and coastal erosion.

Serbia’s Aleksandar Vucic has acknowledged that preliminary election projections point to a change of government Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has damaged Donald Trump’s interests more than Iran and Cuba have, former President Dmitry Medvedev has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Tehran, IRNA - Yemen’s armed forces said Sunday they carried out three military operations in retaliation for massacres committed by Saudi Arabia and its allied forces a day earlier in Sana'a and in provinces in the country’s southwest.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova said on Sunday that she is in contact with the leadership of the Kherson Region, the regional ombudsman, and the relatives of individuals who remain in the city of Aleshki (Oleshky).

COLOMBO, Oct 25 - Sri Lanka coordinated the rescue of 40 Iranian sailors from multiple commercial ships in international waters off the coast of the country and supported their return to Iran, a spokesman for the island nation's foreign ministry said on Sunday.

Yemen’s Houthis have confirmed new attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities as the conflict intensifies Read Full Article at RT.com

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Trilateral talks on Ukraine will take place soon, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday without disclosing a specific timeframe.

From French riots to energy disputes, economic pressure is strengthening Europe’s challengers and exposing Brussels’ weaknesses Read Full Article at RT.com

The wedding venue dispute has thus revived a long-running family conflict shaped by political differences and competing claims over assets, drawing the strained relationship between Jagan and Sharmila back into the state’s political spotlight.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces struck a dry cargo ship that was delivering supplies intended for the Ukrainian armed forces to the port of Odessa, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has arrived in Moscow for the third Russia-Africa summit, a Sputnik correspondent reported on Sunday.

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Even as the US diesel deal with Russia that was brokered by Donald Trump could help bring the price of oil down, the Democrats’ Russophobia “is leading them to try to sabotage the deal,” Dr.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The United Kingdom must be prepared for a potential conflict by 2030, and the UK army has 1,000 days to complete this mission, Defense Minister Wes Streeting said.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Youth protests took place in ​​Spain's Barcelona on Saturday evening, with more than 100 people, including minors, detained by police, La Vanguardia newspaper reported on Sunday, citing Catalonia’s Interior Minister Nuria Parlon.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian special presidential envoy for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries Kirill Dmitriev on Sunday called US billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk a peacemaker for banning the use of the Starlink satellite communication system for coordinating attacks.

The mother of former Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic was attacked in Belgrade amid Sunday’s snap election, his SNS party has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The prime minister wants to move away from military neutrality – and the Irish people could be left with a bill for foreign entanglements Read Full Article at RT.com

Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah's public wedding reception in Muar drew thousands, including Singaporeans who drove from the city-state.

The EU stance on joining the diplomatic process to settle the Ukraine conflict has been non-constructive, the Kremlin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Possible attempts by Democrats to block the deal on Russian diesel supply through Congress will face tough resistance from the presidential system of power, political and economic affairs expert Suhaib Nazzal tells Sputnik.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - US entrepreneur Elon Musk has labeled those who wish to see the conflict in Ukraine continue, at the cost of the lives of Ukrainian men, as "pieces of sh*t" and "utter scum."

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Mutual tourist flows between Russia and China have increased by 1.5 times following the introduction of visa-free travel, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko said on Sunday.

US Democrats have a long history of sacrificing the interest of the American people for the sake of promoting US expansionism.

TEL AVIV (Sputnik) - Events surrounding parliamentary elections in Israel could unfold according to one of three scenarios, with the possibility of a coalition led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu securing a parliamentary majority being virtually ruled out, Zeev Khanin, a political scientist and professor at Bar-Ilan University, told Sputnik.

A potential Democratic investigation into the Trump administration’s diesel deal with Russia could disrupt fuel supplies to the United States, political analyst and US Republican Party member Dr.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Trade between Russia and India increased by more than 20% in 2026, Russian State Duma speaker Vyacheslav Volodin said on Sunday.

BELGRAD (Sputnik) - Former Serbian President and head of the United Serbia coalition's candidate list Aleksandar Vucic said on Sunday that he expects cooperation with Russia to expand and strengthen following the parliamentary elections.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The organization and preparation for a prospective meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, to be held on the sidelines of the APEC summit, are already underway, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov said on Sunday.

European leaders have only themselves to blame for growing unrest and economic problems across the continent, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.

SINGAPORE, Oct 25 — A former healthcare worker came to the aid of a cabin crew member who required medical attenti...

A major protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has taken place in Tel-Aviv just days ahead of the Israeli parliamentary election Read Full Article at RT.com

PM Marape Turns PNG Rugby League Losses Into Call for Stronger Teams/Photo by PNG Kumuls  Prime Minister James Marape has called on Papua New Guinea’s rugby league fraternity to use the Orchids’ and Kumuls’ defeats against Fiji and Samoa as motivation to strengthen the country’s teams and develop its next generation of players.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Dialogue with NATO cannot be revived as long as the alliance persists in its policy of "containing" Russia, Natalia Fuzhenkova, deputy head of the Russian delegation and Russia's deputy permanent representative to the UN and other international organizations in Geneva.

 Toa Samoa proved too strong for the PNG Kumuls, producing a powerful second-half display to claim a 64–6 victory at the Santos National Football Stadium this afternoon.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian company Nordgold is interested in expanding its gold mining operations in Burkina Faso, Russian Ambassador to Burkina Faso Igor Martynov said in an interview with Sputnik ahead of the Russia-Africa summit.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - New Zealand is of interest to NATO as a potential location for deploying surveillance in the Pacific Ocean, as well as for space launches, Russian Ambassador to Wellington Stanislav Krans told Sputnik.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The Canadian province of Alberta needs to move toward greater autonomy, but the process could take decades and likely entail economic challenges, Priest Dmitriy Grigoriev, rector of the Russian All Saints Orthodox Church in Calgary, Alberta, told RIA Novosti.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - One day of continued conflict could cost Ukraine nearly $480 million in 2027, Sputnik has calculated.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is actively sharing technology and expertise in agronomy and fertilizer production with its African partners, Russian Ambassador to Burkina Faso Igor Martynov told Sputnik.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Relations between Russia and Norway have deteriorated in recent years as a result of hostile course taken by Oslo, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Sunday.

The case has renewed anti-US base sentiment among locals.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday that attempts to accuse Russia of inciting unrest in Europe is a clear exaggeration.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 345 soldiers in combat against Russia's Tsentr (Center) battlegroup over the past 24 hours, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday.

Investigators are examining whether the suspect intended to offer confidential company information to Saudi Arabia Read Full Article at RT.com

The opposition comes as war in the Middle East sends fuel and electricity costs soaring.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Republic Day and highlighted Kazakhstan's significant role in international affairs, according to a letter published by the Kremlin.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - During overnight attacks, Russian armed forces struck the Vasishchevo logistics terminal in Kharkov used by Ukrainian forces, Russia’s Defense Ministry said on Sunday.

SINGAPORE, Oct 25 — The republic’s gas importers will use all available measures to protect their contractua...

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SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said the Ukrainian military violated Starlink’s terms of service by using the civilian system for offensive drone attacks — and that the loophole was shut last week.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited Dandong, China, and toured the Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea on the 76th anniversary of the Chinese People’s Volunteers entering the Korean front, KCNA reported.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova slammed European politicians for their hypocrisy, saying they routinely interfere in other countries’ affairs while warning Russia against involvement in Europe’s own unrest.

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Senior United Nations officials have reaffirmed the world body's unwavering adherence to UN General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758, as Sunday marks the 55th anniversary of the restoration of China's lawful seat at the UN.

SINGAPORE, Oct 25 — A sudden reduction in piped natural gas supplies from Indonesia will account for less than 2 per cen...

JAKARTA, Oct 25 — Indonesia cut exports of natural gas to Singapore on Saturday to prioritise domestic demand, an...

Netanyahu has urged Israel to prepare for possible sanctions as warnings over US aid and criticism at home arrive ahead of elections Read Full Article at RT.com

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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) forecast somewhat hot Sunday weather and possible localized thunderstorms in a large part of Luzon including Metro Manila.

SpaceX has closed a “loophole” that allowed the Ukrainian military to abuse the civilian satellite internet network, Elon Musk has announced Read Full Article at RT.com

Democrats’ plans to kill Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia prove they do not care about Americans, guests have told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - President of the Central African Republic (CAR) Faustin-Archange Touadera will take part in the third Russia-Africa summit, which is set to take place next week, the Russian Embassy in Bangui said on Saturday.

Europe continues to struggle with unrest triggered by student-led protests in France that have spilled over to several other nations Read Full Article at RT.com

The Pentagon has designated cultural programs linked to China’s Confucius Institute as a national security threat Read Full Article at RT.com

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THE Chinese Embassy in Manila and Philippine Coast Guard spokesman Jay Tarriela continued to trade barbs over the weekend, with each suggesting the other party was “ignorant.”

A GROUP of motorcycle taxi riders has pressed for its recognition, as its members have promised to comply with all the requirements for them to be able to continue earning a living legally.

PROSECUTORS at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have asked judges to admit the prior recorded testimony and written expert report of four witnesses in the case against former president Rodrigo Duterte, saying the move would shorten court proceedings while preserving the defense’s opportunity to question them.

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THE Land Transportation Office (LTO) said its “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos (Operation Safe and Orderly Travel)–Undas 2026,” for All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day was in effect.

THE Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has issued guidelines on compensation for heat-related illnesses among workers exposed to excessive heat during El Niño.

THE Private Sector Advisory Council-Healthcare Sector (PSAC Healthcare) has urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Philippines has called for stronger and more accurate media reporting on the country’s HIV response.

SENATE President Sherwin Gatchalian has sounded the alarm over a persistent crisis in the country’s basic education sector, revealing that nearly half of all public schools nationwide are currently operating without an officially appointed principal.

CITING the heavy economic toll of soaring electricity and fuel prices on small entrepreneurs, Senate Committee on Trade, Commerce and Entrepreneurship Chairman Bam Aquino called on the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to immediately suspend its new Registration Seal Badge requirement for online businesses, or waive noncompliance fines until the end of the year.

THE Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF), or the Pag-IBIG Fund, reported on Saturday a dramatic surge in socialized housing financing in the first nine months of 2026 after the rollout of the 3-percent home loan rate under the government’s flagship housing program.

THE Supreme Court, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and Office of the Court Administrator (OCA) have agreed to establish a centralized repository of authenticated foreign divorce laws and annulment of marriage to reduce costs and delays for Filipinos seeking recognition of foreign divorce decrees in Philippine courts.

THE University of Santo Tomas (UST) is safe after the Philippine National Police (PNP) found no bomb on campus, school officials said on Friday.

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SENATE Committee on Ways and Means Chairman Panfilo Lacson on Saturday revealed that he had rejected a P5-million “allocation fund” offer from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (Tesda), which was relayed through his Senate staff earlier this week.

During an online meeting with Dmytro Lubinets, head of the Ukrainian negotiating team, both sides discussed the mission in Alyoshki, Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova said.

Senate threats over Russia sanctions waivers can scare companies off, hurting fuel supply and driving up costs for everyone Read Full Article at RT.com

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China on Saturday expressed "grave concern" and "firm opposition" to a recent US Treasury proposal that would expand and intensify restrictions on outbound investment in China, calling it a discriminatory move and a typical practice of overstretching the concept of national security.

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Le Pen, Melenchon and centrist French presidential hopefuls are using nationwide unrest to score points ahead of an election, RT report Read Full Article at RT.com

The Eagle’s Nest retreat built for Adolf Hitler in the Bavarian Alps has been devastated by a blaze, the police have said Read Full Article at RT.com

China's Global Governance Initiative will bolster Global South's voice

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian House team in Tanzania and public figures unfurled the flags of Russia and Rossotrudnichestvo at Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Mount Kilimanjaro and all of Africa, ahead of the Russia-Africa summit, Russian outreach agency Rossotrudnichestvo told Sputnik.

From race shirts to finisher medals, the 2026 Baoji Marathon in northwest China's Shaanxi Province brings Baoji's history and culture onto the course.

US lawmakers have been preparing to take action against Trump’s Russian diesel deal ahead of the possible Republican midterms defeat Read Full Article at RT.com

Even though the first three tankers with Russian diesel are already heading toward the Atlantic in line with the agreement between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, Congress could block the remaining part of the deal, Russian political analyst Dmitry Drobnitsky told Sputnik.

Long before the current ruckus over the speed cap on Starshield satellite terminals in Ukraine, successive US administrations relied on Elon Musk’s SpaceX to control Starlink access, Reuters reports, citing former senior US officials.

During its upcoming plenary session from October 26 to 29, the CPC Central Committee will review a draft decision on advancing full and rigorous Party self-governance.

AI recreates Long March history in anniversary TV gala

Rescue and relief efforts continue after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Baqen County of the city of Nagqu in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, local authorities said Saturday.

The equipment is being developed for high-capacity nuclear, thermal and hydro power plants and has been produced for just two companies in the world for nearly 100 years.

Kimi K3.1 Pro: an open-weight model within 3 points of the frontier

New frontiers in China-Europe cooperation

China's top political advisor Wang Huning on Saturday accompanied Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), on a visit to Dandong in northeast China's Liaoning Province.

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Singapore has identified 65 applications (apps) containing harmful content in a test involving...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Jordan, which was aimed at undermining the interfaith peace and harmony that exists within Jordanian society, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday.

Xiongan's underground backbone: The tech inside a 'city of the future'

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian medical humanitarian mission currently includes 330 volunteer doctors who are willing to travel to African countries to provide aid to the local population, Ekaterina Glok, a midwife and head of the International Medical Humanitarian Mission, told Sputnik.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine lost over 350 soldiers in combat against Russia's Tsentr battlegroup over the past 24 hours, in addition to losses in manpower and equipment on other fronts, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday.

Poland says Kiev has pledged to block a Roman Shukhevich tribute after pushback from Warsaw Read Full Article at RT.com

CPC self-revolution with no finish line in sight

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Three of the 10 Singapore-based firms served legal notices over the transboundary haze have sa...

How Xiongan's underground plant pioneers new model of waste management

M5.3 earthquake hits Yushu, NW China's Qinghai

Former UN official urges reform to fit UN for today's challenges

Xi sends message to 2026 Global Governance Forum

Courtyard meetings give villagers a say in local spending

 Samoa produced a ruthless second-half performance to dismantle Papua New Guinea 64-6 in their Round 2 Rugby League World Cup fixture at the Santos National Football Stadium on Saturday.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un guided the Third Meeting of KPA Company Leaders in Pyongyang, outlining measures to strengthen the army’s basic combat units and improve their readiness, KCNA reported.

Rescue operations are now in the critical "golden period." More than 5,000 personnel from various rescue teams have been deployed across the affected area, conducting door-to-door and site-by-site searches.

The number of China-Europe freight train trips through the network's eastern corridor reached a record high so far this year, while the range of goods transported has increasingly shifted toward higher-value, technology-intensive products.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian armed forces struck a dry cargo ship at sea that was delivering supplies for the Ukrainian armed forces to the port of Odessa, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Saturday.

The 2026 Baoji Marathon is set to kick off on October 25, with the host city giving runners a warm welcome through complimentary traditional breakfasts and special offers beyond the racecourse.

"Cultivate yourself, regulate your family, govern your state, and bring peace to the world." This ancient Confucian principle from "The Book of Rites" still resonates today.

At the half-time whistle, Samoa holds a hard-fought 14–6 lead over Papua New Guinea in an intense Rugby League World Cup Round 2 encounter at the Santos National Football Stadium.

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The Fiji Bulikula delivered a commanding performance against the Papua New Guinea Orchids, securing a convincing 40–4 victory in Round 2 of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup at Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby on Saturday.

Russian companies can export up to 500,000 tonnes of diesel to the US and global markets in October while fully supplying the domestic market, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said.

“We'll take care of Cuba on our way back from Iran.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk blasted Ukraine’s elites for enriching themselves on hundreds of billions in Western aid while ordinary Ukrainians face forced mobilization raids.

The State Department is pulling staff from Middle East embassies as the Pentagon is reportedly pulling troops out of bases in the region Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Could Long John Silver’s be sailing away from our sunny island?That’s a concern on...

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Scammers have swindled at least S$180,000 (RM575,136) from Carousell sellers since July, with...

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — A Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) officer who caused a traffic accident after falling asl...

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Six drivers were caught over a two-week operation at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints for provid...

THE Papua New Guinea Orchids find themselves facing a daunting task at the main break, trailing a disciplined Fiji Bulikula side 30–4 in their Round 2 Women's Rugby League World Cup clash at the Santos National Football Stadium this afternoon.

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Slightly over a week after being crowned Miss Universe Singapore 2026, Vion Erico Tan has rece...

A Syrian migrant arrested in Germany on suspicion of rape was released from custody and later accused of another rape, local media reports Read Full Article at RT.com

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov may meet with his Burkina Faso counterpart Karamoko Jean-Marie Traore during the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, Russian Ambassador in Ouagadougou Igor Martynov said in an interview with Sputnik.

SINGAPORE, Oct 24 — Singapore expanded on Friday its probe into companies linked to fires in Indonesia, asking 10...

Vladimir Zelensky claims US President Donald Trump is wrong to blame rising diesel prices on Kiev’s strikes on Russian refineries Read Full Article at RT.com

RT explores how the Cambridge Analytica debacle came to define the 2016 US presidential election, and how Meta is still paying for it Read Full Article at RT.com

The French leader claimed no previous terrorist attack had targeted people because of their skin color or religion Read Full Article at RT.com

At least seven people were killed and over 30 wounded after three gunmen attacked a funeral ceremony at a Greek Orthodox church in Jordan Read Full Article at RT.com

Serbia is set to hold a snap parliamentary election on October 25 following nearly two years of anti-government protests Read Full Article at RT.com

RT looks at this week’s top stories, including the US mission to Russia and the furious reaction from Vladimir Zelensky and his EU backers Read Full Article at RT.com

Former BBC DJ Tim Westwood has appeared in a London court over sexual offense charges, according to media reports Read Full Article at RT.com

Meta’s role in Brazil has turned a tight election race into a sovereignty crisis, with democracy, BRICS, and US influence all on the line Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia-US negotiations on Ukraine are shifting towards revising the European security architecture, Lorenzo Maria Pacini, associate professor of political philosophy and geopolitics at UniDolomiti in Italy's Belluno, tells Sputnik.

US billionaire Palmer Luckey is launching a startup to clone genetically-modified war dogs and equip them with high-tech battlefield gear Read Full Article at RT.com

Two Israeli soldiers were killed and three injured in a shootout with Palestinian gunmen in the south of the occupied West Bank Read Full Article at RT.com

The loss of two NASAMS air defense systems during the latest wave of Russian airstrikes is a serious blow to the Ukrainian military, military observer and retired Russian Army Colonel Viktor Litovkin explains to Sputnik.

In connection with the humanitarian operation in the area of Alyoshki in the Kherson Region, the Russian army is ceasing fire in the Kherson direction and introducing a "regime of silence" starting 4:00AM Moscow time (01:00 GMT) on October 27, Chief of the General Staff of the Russian armed forces Valery Gerasimov said on Friday.

SENATE President Sherwin Gatchalian rejected calls on Friday to recall the proposed 2027 National Budget, assuring that the Senate will comply with constitutional requirements during the spending bill’s consolidation process.

The military is currently working to agree on a ceasefire deadline in the Alyoshki area of ​​the Kherson Region, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.

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ALL top officials of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), except Malacañang Press Officer Claire Castro, have submitted their courtesy resignations, PCO Secretary Lino Cayetano confirmed on Friday.

FORMER Bangsamoro parliamentarian Edrieza Hadji Nasser Rimbang, alleged to be the financier of the botched attempt to smuggle drugs from Laos, took to social media on Friday to deny involvement in the operation.

THE Supreme Court has set up a system to accredit and financially support nonprofit legal organizations serving marginalized and disadvantaged communities.

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​ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) said human-centered innovation is crucial to reaching Filipinos overseas.

A TOTAL of 248 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) have returned to the Philippines from Saudi Arabia after another 49 workers arrived safely from Dammam on Friday, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) said.

​DIESEL prices are expected to go up, while the cost of gasoline is projected to go down next week, local oil industry sources said Friday.

LEPTOSPIRA bacteria, which cause leptospirosis, were detected in Estero de Paco in Manila by researchers from the University of the Philippines Diliman and the Philippine Genome Center.

TRANSPORTATION Secretary Giovanni Lopez has set a deadline for bus operators to implement the Department of Transportation's (DOTr) long-standing directive — the "EDSA Busway Left-Side Door Policy."

A JOINT anti-smuggling operation in Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental, led to the confiscation of about 8,875 reams and 418 packs of illegal cigarettes worth approximately P8.5 million, authorities announced on Friday.

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STALLED railway projects in the Philippines have revived questions about the country's decision to drop Chinese financing, with a geopolitical analyst arguing that the government risks missing out on economic opportunities as other Southeast Asian countries advance China-backed projects.

Palestinians living under Israeli control have no vote in the government shaping their lives, RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij reports Read Full Article at RT.com

The Pentagon has barred personnel from using nonpublic information to bet on prediction markets, warning of risks to military operations Read Full Article at RT.com

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A Russia-Ukraine ceasefire to allow humanitarian aid into the frontline city of Alyoshki has been brokered by Melania Trump Read Full Article at RT.com

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - First Lady Melania Trump has secured a localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in Alyoshki in the Kherson Region starting October 29, the White House said on Friday.

Palantir’s European chief Louis Mosley has told customers they must accept some dependence on American AI technology Read Full Article at RT.com

A Chinese-Russian surgical team has conducted a 12-hour operation in Moscow to replace a patient’s damaged spinal cord segment with donor tissue.

SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and Bank of Thailand (BOT) have joined the Borderless, Liquid, Open...

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia and Ukraine exchanged PoWs according to the 270 for 270 formula, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Friday.

Tonga produced a commanding performance to defeat Lebanon 36-0 in their Rugby League World Cup Round Two clash at CommBank Stadium in Sydney on Friday, October 23.

Dozens of exhibits are on display at China’s stand at the Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum — humanoid robots, lasers for veterinary medicine, medical rehabilitation equipment, and materials for printed circuit boards, said Maxim Liksutov, the city's deputy mayor for transport and industry.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A possible meeting of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the APEC summit will be extremely important, it draws the attention of the whole world, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.

Donald Trump has invoked Cold War-era powers to increase fuel production as soaring prices threaten the Republicans ahead of the US midterms Read Full Article at RT.com

A German immigration office employee has been arrested over her alleged involvement in a human smuggling scheme, Bild has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — Reuniting with loved ones during festive seasons is something many look forward to.

 PNG Parliament Urged to Honour Bougainville’s Independence ChoiceRegional Member for Bougainville Peter Tsiamalili Jnr has called on Papua New Guinea’s National Parliament to respect the outcome of Bougainville’s independence referendum and work with the Autonomous Bougainville Government to prepare for a peaceful and orderly transition.

The launch of direct flights between Cam Ranh and Đồng Hới is not only shortening the distance between the two localities but also creating opportunities for tourism cooperation, linking heritage sites, historical attractions and coastal resorts across central Việt Nam.

 SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) urged organisations to promptly act against...

 SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — Indonesia is weighing the option of ending gas export contracts with its neighbours, inc...

Washington has warned Ottawa against attempts to influence the upcoming midterms, citing anti-Trump advertising and meetings with Democrats Read Full Article at RT.com

Hundreds of houses have collapsed after a powerful quake struck Tibet, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens more Read Full Article at RT.com

President Emmanuel Macron has announced a crackdown on public demonstrations, ordering authorities to ban protests deemed “illegitimate” Read Full Article at RT.com

Papua New Guinea is preparing to deliver more precise cancer treatment following the installation of its first artificial intelligence-assisted linear accelerator at the Port Moresby General Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Centre.

Public servants in Papua New Guinea who intend to contest next year’s National General Election have until October 29, 2026, to resign from their positions, the Department of Personnel Management (DPM) has warned.

A UK museum has removed ancient Egyptian mummies from public display over a lack of “consent” from the deceased, sparking criticism Read Full Article at RT.com

New York’s City Council voted to ban horse-drawn carriages, ending a Central Park tourist staple dating to the 19th century after years of debate over the horses’ place on city streets.

US banks have detected unvetted AI agents accessing customer accounts, with some appearing to act beyond users’ instructions, Axios reports Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU will take its cue from the US and resume economic cooperation with Moscow, Russian presidential aide Kirill Dmitriev has predicted Read Full Article at RT.com

No short-lived oil-price windfall can compensate for damage done by endless war between partners Read Full Article at RT.com

Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel expressed regret over the US war against Iran, warning of further trouble for the Trump administration Read Full Article at RT.com

A patient died in France after contracting Shamonda virus, a pathogen never previously documented in humans, the authorities say Read Full Article at RT.com

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France’s Alliance police union is set to sue the state, accusing authorities of endangering officers during nationwide riots Read Full Article at RT.com

Major US outlets published fabricated election polls from Wedgewood, which admitted fabricating surveys as a “social experiment” Read Full Article at RT.com

Brazilian President Lula is facing off against Flavio Bolsonaro in a runoff election with consequences for the entire BRICS group Read Full Article at RT.com

As Washington shifts the Ukraine burden to Europe, Sushentsov examines the EU’s strategic limits and its costly confrontation with Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij examines Israel’s Religious Zionist Party and its annexation plans ahead of the October 27 election Read Full Article at RT.com

French President Emmanuel Macron has lashed out at Donald Trump over remarks blaming riots on Paris’ lax border policies Read Full Article at RT.com

 PNG Chiefs Target Cooper Bai for Inaugural NRL SquadA possible homecoming is on the cards for Papua New Guinea international Cooper Bai, who is weighing up an opportunity to join the PNG Chiefs ahead of their historic entry into the National Rugby League.

The EU will not revisit a proposal to seize frozen Russian sovereign assets to fund Ukraine, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has said Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — Motorists in Singapore saw a second consecutive day of pump price hikes after Shell on Thursda...

SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — A second wave of mask distribution will begin on Friday (October 23), expanding eligibility to...

SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — Expecting a new pair of AirPods, a Shopee customer was instead greeted by rows of staples when...

SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — An Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officer was under the influence of alcohol when...

SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — Residents in Singapore on Thursday (October22) woke up to better air quality for a fifth conse...

The Pentagon and State Department reportedly made similar preparations before launching the war against Iran in February Read Full Article at RT.com

A new phase of defence cooperation between Papua New Guinea and Australia is expected to begin next month, when applications open for Papua New Guineans seeking to enlist in the Australian Defence Force.

SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Ltd (OCBC) yesterday announced the addition of Malaysian r...

OpenAI’s agents disabled their own safety monitoring during testing, with one of them trying to cover up the behavior, the company has said Read Full Article at RT.com

A New Mexico judge ruled that Facebook’s parent company deceived millions of users about how their personal data was collected and shared Read Full Article at RT.com

Numerous websites worldwide temporarily went dark after the AI-assisted discovery of security flaws in the PHP programming language Read Full Article at RT.com

The PNG Chiefs’ new crest is intended to represent far more than a rugby league club, with chief executive officer Lorna Mcpherson OL KMG saying its design reflects the traditions, courage and shared identity of Papua New Guinea’s people.

Prime Minister James Marape has urged Papua New Guineans to embrace the PNG Chiefs as a team that belongs to the whole nation, saying its arrival in the National Rugby League in 2028 will give the country a new platform to promote unity, national pride and opportunities for young people.

The Ukrainian city of Lviv proclaimed 2027 the year of Nazi collaborator Roman Shukhevich, prompting an uproar in Poland Read Full Article at RT.com

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Jerome Luai is preparing for a demanding contest against the Papua New Guinea Kumuls, with the Toa Samoa playmaker expecting a difficult afternoon when the two sides meet in Port Moresby this Saturday.

A possible meeting between Putin, Xi and Trump at the APEC summit in China is being discussed, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The newly elected separatist government in Quebec appointed economist Nicolas Marceau as its finance minister on Wednesday.

Slovak diplomats are set to travel to Moscow to discuss energy and broader cooperation, the country’s foreign ministry has announced Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU’s updated Arctic Strategy is a blueprint for the militarization of the north, with little to back itself up Read Full Article at RT.com

New South Wales has approved human composting, paving the way for residents to make one final contribution to their garden Read Full Article at RT.com

Israel’s leading political parties take similar positions on Gaza and Palestinian statehood despite their electoral rivalry, RT reports Read Full Article at RT.com

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Anonymous sources cited by the WSJ challenged Elon Musk’s statements regarding restrictions on satellite services for Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington has caused disaster with its 23 regime changes across the Middle East, US Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Poland has no Patriot missiles for Ukraine as the Iran war deepens Western ammunition shortages, Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski says Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — A Chinese woman allowed to stay in Singapore as a prosecution witness instead spent the next 1...

The buzz over National Award-winning actor Dhanush's political aspirations gained momentum when his fans association was renamed 'Dhanush Narpani Iyakkam' (Dhanush Welfare Movement) at a meeting in Coimbatore, several reports claimed.

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Little Trevor Neo was a cheerful baby who rarely cried, loved being carried and always wanted...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Commuters encountered long queues and crowding at Lakeside MRT station this morning amid a rep...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Singapore announced a commitment of more than S$45 million (S$1=RM3.19) over the next three ye...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Passed the age limit to get onto the Singapore Government’s new dating platform FirstDat...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — A former Singapore army captain has been jailed for 17 months for sexually abusing a 15-year-o...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Singapore authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle replica guns, BB pellets and ammunitio...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Singapore has begun releasing N95 masks from its national stockpile to retailers after a surge...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — A Singaporean father was playing a game on his phone as his wife repeatedly smothered their ei...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Two Malaysian men, aged 25 and 26, will be charged today for their alleged involvement in a Go...

SINGAPORE, Oct 21 — Singapore is bracing for what could be up to two days of poor air quality, with winds forecast...

France is preparing a massive security crackdown after nationwide unrest resulted in mass looting and destruction last weekend Read Full Article at RT.com

 With their entry into the NRL Telstra Premiership scheduled for 2028, the PNG Chiefs have unveiled the official logo and first supporter jersey that will identify the new club as it prepares to compete at the highest level of Australian rugby league.

 The PNG Chiefs have taken another major step towards their entry into the National Rugby League (NRL) Telstra Premiership in 2028, unveiling their official club logo and supporter jersey at a special ceremony in Port Moresby.

 Improving internet access, strengthening telecommunications infrastructure and making digital services more affordable are among the priorities of a new long-term partnership between Papua New Guinea and Australia.

The massive data leak comes as Berlin’s political establishment intensifies efforts to legally ban the Alternative for Germany Read Full Article at RT.com

The US is pressuring Ukraine to accept peace terms favorable to Russia, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has claimed Read Full Article at RT.com

Europe’s widening divide between elites and voters is testing the liberal order shaped by the upheavals of 1968 Read Full Article at RT.com

Kim Jong Un might be the world’s most in-demand leader.

Saudi Arabia has postponed its flagship Future Investment Initiative until 2027 as its conflict with Yemen's Houthis escalates Read Full Article at RT.com

Israeli settlers have attacked EU diplomats and an American journalist during the Palestinian olive harvest, RT reports Read Full Article at RT.com

As Paris burns, the EU establishment’s failures invite a political revolt that could reshape the future of the West Read Full Article at RT.com

The EU’s election monitoring team is biased and intends to directly intervene in Serbia’s upcoming election, Ana Brnabic warns Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK government’s oversight led to Covid-19 rapidly spreading in care homes during the pandemic, an inquiry has found Read Full Article at RT.com

The US gave Ukraine billions of dollars, not all of which, can be directly accounted for, the political consultant Roger Stone told RT Read Full Article at RT.com

South Korea is withdrawing diplomats from Kiev after Vladimir Zelensky publicly announced the transfer of North Korean POWs to Seoul Read Full Article at RT.com

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Polish authorities have reported dismantling an alleged money-laundering ring operated predominantly by Ukrainian nationals Read Full Article at RT.com

German fuel prices surged 49% and heating oil 92% as the Iran war deepens the energy crisis fueled by the loss of cheap Russian energy Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — Singapore has now enjoyed three days of better air quality, after a stretch of unhealthy-to-ve...

As Israel debates election interference, journalist Kolyohin argues that Western funding of media and NGOs deserves far greater scrutiny Read Full Article at RT.com

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has imposed a financial penalty of S$1 million...

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — If you are an Android device user and have come across advertisements on Facebook that require...

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — The police have arrested two male teenagers aged 15 and 17 for their suspected involvement in...

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — The brother of Zhang Ruijin — one of 10 foreigners convicted in the S$3 billion (RM9.6 b...

The health ministry has declared the rules invalid, saying they were issued without government approval, according to two government officials and a circular reviewed by Mint.

 PNG MPs Complete US Congressional Exchange Programme/ Photo suppliedA delegation from Papua New Guinea’s National Parliament has completed a 10-day legislative exchange programme in the United States, gaining first-hand insights into parliamentary operations, local government administration, trade and cultural relations.

The Papua New Guinea Kumuls face a major test against Toa Samoa after opening their 2026 Rugby League World Cup campaign with a 42-18 victory over Lebanon in Port Moresby.

The Papua New Guinea Government will pay 70 per cent of tertiary education fees for students covered under the Tertiary Education Students Assistance Scheme (TESAS), following a Cabinet decision to change the existing cost-sharing arrangement.

PNG LNG has joined the PNG Chiefs as a Premier Partner in a multi-year deal that will support the Papua New Guinean club's preparations for its first NRL campaign in 2028, while opening the door to education, mentoring and employment initiatives.

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — Indonesian paper Asia Pulp & Paper (APP) has been placed under temporary green certification r...

 PM Marape Commits K200 Million For PNG 2027 General ElectionsPrime Minister James Marape says the Papua New Guinea Government has committed K200 million towards preparations for the 2027 National General Elections, urging the Electoral Commission to ensure the polls are free, fair, transparent and credible.

 The opening of a third landfill cell at Baruni marks a further stage in Port Moresby's efforts to improve solid waste management, with the new facility expected to provide additional disposal capacity for the capital over the next several years.

Public servants from Papua New Guinea have been selected to undertake specialised training in Japan under the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Knowledge Co-Creation Programme (KCCP), aimed at strengthening professional skills across government institutions.

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — The national water agency PUB is investigating after two youths were allegedly seen fishing in...

SINGAPORE, Oct 20 — Two people were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out at a unit in an...

PNG Hekari FC have finished second in the 2026 Premier Soccer League (PSL) after collecting 48 points from 22 rounds, ending their campaign just two points behind champions PRK Gulf Komara FC.

President Donald Trump said he would be willing to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping but indicated his focus would be on denuclearization efforts rather than ending the war in Ukraine.

A tougher examination awaits the PNG Kumuls after their opening World Cup win, with coach Jason Demetriou expecting his team to deliver a more polished performance against Toa Samoa in Port Moresby next weekend.

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SINGAPORE, Oct 19 — Sun shined brightly, along with clearer skies and fresher air continued into a second day toda...

SINGAPORE, Oct 19 — Senior Minister K Shanmugam has taken issue with an Indonesian official’s remarks that S...

Every September and October, Ngọc Côn Valley turns golden with ripe rice fields set against limestone mountains and the winding Quây Sơn River.

Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi slipped after a member of her cabinet resigned over a scandal, opinion polls show, but her approval ratings remain relatively strong compared to other recent premiers after a year in office.

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The HCM City Department of Tourism has launched a tourism communications and promotion programme under the theme "HCM City – Vibrant Experiences", linking destination branding with a diverse range of tourism products, services and experiences.

The stage is set for a fierce Pacific showdown as the Papua New Guinea Kumuls prepare to face Toa Samoa on Saturday, October 24, in a Rugby League World Cup encounter that promises to test the pride, courage and fighting spirit of the home side.

Albanian police clashed with hundreds of protesters in the capital, using tear gas and water cannons to disperse crowds demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation for a fifth consecutive day.

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 Papua New Guinea’s Kumuls opened their 2026 Rugby League World Cup campaign in impressive fashion, defeating Lebanon 42-18 at Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby on Saturday.

Papua New Guinea and Japan have marked the completion of a major electricity transmission project designed to improve power reliability in Lae and other parts of the country supplied by the Ramu Grid.

39 days of bombing weren't enough.

Prime Minister Mark Carney urged voters in Alberta to reject separatism in a referendum next week, saying it’s important for Canada to display unity and push back against those who want to see the country break apart.

On Tuesday, PM Modi said he had a ‘warm and productive’ conversation with his Canadian counterpart, with both leaders agreeing to build on the 'positive momentum' in bilateral ties.

From flower-covered hillsides and quiet ethnic villages to distinctive highland dishes, autumn reveals another side of Đồng Văn’s rugged landscape.

Yemen’s Houthis hit the internationally-recognized government’s presidential palace in the southern part of the country, the latest escalation in the Iran-backed militia’s attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemeni forces supported by the kingdom.

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In a video message on X, Mittal said the party will focus on making people central to policymaking and ensuring that the government remains accountable to them throughout its five-year term, not just on election day.

North Korea said it tested submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles, as Pyongyang flexes its military muscle following Donald Trump’s fresh overtures for a meeting with Kim Jong Un.

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The Trump administration wants to re-evaluate a key permit for wind farm off the Rhode Island coast, part of a broader campaign against the clean-energy sector.

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Once a staunch ally, Israel faces growing international condemnation.

The Congress-led Opposition's protests are against the SIR exercise and demand for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the voters' roll revision.

Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife face a new criminal charge that they are responsible for the alleged torture of US citizens detained in the South American country.

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At Sunday's event, PM Modi hailed the Tamil language and culture, invoked 'Thirukkural' and pledged to take forward Tamil Nadu's progress by working with Chief Minister Vijay, who asserted that the union and state governments working in tandem was imperative so that the people benefit.

MP Brittas has formally sought urgent intervention and an independent probe from President Droupadi Murmu, the Rajya Sabha Chairman, and the Chief Justice of India.

In his interview, due to be released today, Burnham said he had discussed the problem of Russian interference with Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his visit to Germany earlier this week.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that the city would investigate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement shooting that left a man wounded on Thursday.

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UP Election 2027: Adityanath currently represents the Gorakhpur Urban assembly constituency.

The Justice Department said it is investigating five television networks that stopped providing pooled coverage of President Donald Trump’s appearances after the White House barred several news organizations from access.

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US Secret Service Director Sean Curran said it’s regrettable that a ruse to secretly switch President Donald Trump’s plane for a flight out of Turkey came to light, saying publicity about the maneuver risks making it harder to use the tactic again.

Bypoll Election Results 2026 Live Updates: BJP's Hasi Rani Rath has won from Bengal's Nandigram constituency by over 1 lakh votes.

Covering more than 7,000ha in Giao Minh, Giao Hòa and Giao Phúc communes, the park is a typical coastal estuarine wetland.

A federal judge will briefly extend an order allowing journalists with CNN, MS NOW and Politico to have access to the White House grounds until Tuesday, as he weighs whether to impose a longer-term reprieve while the outlets pursue their lawsuit against the Trump administration.

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Former CIA analyst Raymond McGovern will unpack what lies behind President Trump's constant threats to annihilate Iran: empty bluster or imminent war.

Haaretz columnist Gideon Levi will unpack why Netanyahu ignored explicit, high-level warnings before October 7 and dismissed them, and will this be the political smoking gun that finally breaks him?

Admiral John "Fozzei" Miller, former Commander of the US Fifth Fleet, will unpack the current military confrontation between the Houthis and the legitimate Yemeni government, whether the current battl...

Secretary of State Marco Rubio used a dramatic backdrop in Greece to remind the world of the Trump administration’s focus on the “unapologetic” pursuit of power and to issue another warning to Europe about the dangers of Western decline.

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Addressing the 'Seva Jyoti' program held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in the national capital to mark the completion of his 25 years of continuous service as the head of government, the Prime Minister expressed profound gratitude, acknowledging every person and incident that shaped his journe

In a statement issued after the protest, the poll panel said it considered the proposed venue and the manner in which the meeting was sought ‘unusual’ in view of its established protocol.

A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is urging the Trump administration to reconsider a rule that would ban third parties from remote health monitoring reimbursements under Medicare, arguing it would cripple health systems in rural communities.

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Neeraj, 57, inherited a political legacy from his father.

US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Josh Hawley are questioning six insurers, including State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co.

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Vijay's TVK joining the INDIA bloc is less about an ideological shift and more about formalising the post-election political realignment in Tamil Nadu.

Political analysts have dubbed the latest Congress move as a strategy to rebuild its organisation based on a social coalition of Brahmins, Muslims, Dalits and extremely backward classes.

The US president wasn’t mincing words when it came to ructions in trade policy with Japan.

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Phyllis Bennis, a fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies and director of the Internationalism Project, will examine Netanyahu's speeches at the UNGA and the US Congress and explain why the UN...

Larry Johnson, former CIA Analyst, will unpack the reasons behind the failure of US liberation projects in Iraq and Afghanistan, and who is winning the current confrontations between Iran and the US, ...

Papua New Guinea is presenting its cultural, natural and adventure tourism attractions to the Hong Kong market as Air Niugini and the Tourism Promotion Authority lead the country's first participation in the Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo.

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PNG Prime Minister James Marape has used his address to the United Nations to call for stronger protection of religious minorities, saying no majority should rely on its numbers or influence to deny others their fundamental freedoms.

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PORT MORESBY, PNG — Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League has announced its men’s and women’s Prime Minister’s XIII teams for the upcoming encounters against Australia at Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

MT HAGEN: Aircraft operations at Mt Hagen Airport have been further restricted after the available runway length was reduced to 980 metres as major resurfacing works move into the central section of the runway.

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Travellers using Mt Hagen's Kagamuga Airport are facing tighter flight availability after Air Niugini introduced another reduction in passenger capacity because of continuing runway rehabilitation works.

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 PNG Kumuls And Orchids To Meet Australia In Prime Minister’s XIII

Every district in PNG is to receive K2.5 million in the first round of Government assistance for El Niño relief, Prime Minister James Marape says.

PNG Power Ltd must recover K277 million owed by government agencies and State-owned enterprises, State Enterprises Minister Richard Maru says.

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PNG Power Limited’s loss-making service centres could be sold to private investors and provincial governments under a proposed Government restructure aimed at cutting annual losses of about K80 million.

PNG Opposition Leader James Nomane has called for full legal action against those responsible for the death of Kundiawa doctor Robert Waiye, saying the killing has robbed Simbu and the nation of a promising young medical professional.

Gary Samore, Professor of the Practice in Politics at Brandeis University, will unpack why the US-Israel war over Iran happened and whether it was inevitable, or whether Trump was deceived into thinki...

The British Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) delivered a landmark judgment on August 4, 2026, upholding the finding that the University of Bristol unlawfully dismissed Professor David Miller and discr...

Papua New Guinea Defence Force is moving to satellite internet technology in a bid to improve communication for troops serving in remote and strategically important locations across PNG.

PNG Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Jelta Wong has used an international tuna industry gathering in Thailand to push for a greater economic return for Pacific countries from the region's valuable fisheries resources.

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Sầm Sơn is looking beyond the beach season, with plans to develop cultural, spiritual, wellness, sports, MICE and other experiential products to attract visitors throughout the year.

Located between the Hoàng Liên Sơn mountain range and Hàm Rồng Mountain, Muong Hoa Valley is known for its terraced rice fields, distinctive mountain landscape and cultural heritage of local ethnic communities.

After more than an hour's drive, I reached the farm and joined a large group of visitors.

HCMC International Tourism Expo - Blurb: The three-day International Travel Expo HCM City (ITE HCMC 2026) features hundreds of booths from over 500 exhibitors and tourism brands, offering visitors the latest tourism trends and serving as a platform to connect and promote the sector.

Above 2,000m on the slopes of the Nhìu Cồ San mountain range, Choản Thèn is a Hà Nhì village that is over 300 years old, known for its sea of clouds, terraced fields and traditional earthen houses.

Located in Thanh Hóa Province's coastal tourism corridor, Hải Tiến covers Hoằng Tiến and Hoằng Thanh communes.

Untouched beaches, an ancient coastal forest and fresh seafood are helping Hồ Cốc Beach in HCM City emerge as one of southern Việt Nam's most rewarding nature escapes.

Tucked deep in the forested hills of Thượng Lâm Commune (formerly Lâm Bình District), Khuổi Nhi can only be reached by boat across the wide Na Hang reservoir.

The Vietnamese island ranked ninth in Expedia's 2026 Island Hot List, becoming one of only two Southeast Asian destinations to make the global top 10.

Hà Nội has been ranked the world's second friendliest city for customer service by MoneySuperMarket, making it the only Southeast Asian destination to feature in the global top 10.

Each time we return, the road offers something different - a new view, a new story, or simply a quiet moment among the mountains.

Việt Nam News lists some of the top beach destinations this year.

With its cool climate year-round and dramatic natural landscape, the mountain has become a well-known spiritual and eco-tourism destination in southern Việt Nam.

For travellers seeking unspoiled beauty and an authentic glimpse of life along Việt Nam’s northern coast, Thịnh Long Beach offers a refreshing alternative to the country’s more crowded seaside destinations.

The central city’s Culture, Sports and Tourism department has launched a tourism promotion campaign on social networks titled Đà Nẵng Storytellers, with an aim of drawing the participation of Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and Key Opinion Consumers (KOCs) to boost tourism through digital platforms.

KATHMANDU, MARCH 11Celebrating prominent artist Ragini Upadhyay Grela's lifetime of dedication to the art world, 'A Retrospective of an Artist' featuring 239 of her...

KATHMANDU, JANUARY 3'Shunya ko Mulya' (The Value of Zero), a book written by paediatrician Dr Navaraj KC has been released.The book was jointly launched by former Prime M...

KATHMANDU, AUGUST 6Any reader who goes through the first page of the book will find themselves more enthusiastic and remain fixed in attention throughout the entire seven chapters,...

KATHMANDU, JULY 21Retired Major General of Nepali Army Purna B Silwal is all set to release his first book about navigating political, military, economic and diplomatic landscape o...

DHANGADHI, MAY 7Sudur Paschim Province is facing an acute shortage of oxygen, increasing the risk for both Covid and non-Covid patients.The province that was already suffering from...

After weeks of dithering, the government has imposed a partial lockdown in the urban areas of the country till May 14, which could be a prelude to a full lockdown should the surge...

It is too soon to see the real impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on progress towards the SDGs.

CHITWAN, MARCH 17Three rhinos, one tiger, and one elephant died in Chitwan National Park last month (mid-February to mid- March).

KATHMANDU, MARCH 16Human casualties from wildlife attacks are on the rise in national parks and wildlife reserve areas in the country.People continue to be attacked by animals from...

They describe it as a natural shift towards the interest of the future generation.

MOSCOW, FEBRUARY 20A Moscow court on Saturday rejected Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's appeal against his prison sentence, even as the country faced a top European...

HETAUDA, FEBRUARY 07One person died while nine others sustained injuries after the sumo jeep they were travelling on skidded off the road in Bhimphedi Rural Municipality-9 of Makaw...

Palestinian protesters hurl stones at Israeli soldiers during clashes after a protest against the visit of U.S.

Former Australian Deputy Prime Minister Tim Fischer has accused the U.S.

Laszlo Kover (1st L), Speaker of the Hungarian Parliament, speaks at a conference of the parliament speakers of the Western Balkans in Budapest, Hungary on Oct.

Two people were killed and transportation systems and businesses severely disrupted as Typhoon Lan lashed central Japan's Pacific coast after making landfall early Monday.

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A South Korean court on Friday decided to extend the detention of impeached President Park Geun-hye who has been in custody and stood trial over corruption charges including bribery.

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The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) will avail financial resources and technical expertise to help African countries collect data on agriculture that is key to addressing food security crises in the continent, an official said on Monday.

Conditions similar to real battles were created in the Egyptian-U.S.

Cambodian police arrested a Laotian man on Saturday for allegedly smuggling nearly 5 kilos of crystal methamphetamine from Laos into Cambodia, an anti-drug police officer said.

Actions by the British government during the European Union referendum led to public mistrust, a committee of MPs said Wednesday in a parliamentary report.

Former President Park Geun-hye of South Korea was arrested early Friday as a Seoul court approved the request from prosecutors following her impeachment earlier this month over a corruption scandal embroiling her.

Malaysia will release the body of Kim Jong Nam to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and allow its nationals to leave, after the nine stranded Malaysian citizens in DPRK were freed, Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak said in a statement on Thursday.

The Ukrainian Defense Ministry said on Thursday it stands ready for a new truce with independence-seeking insurgents in eastern regions starting from next month.

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The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has slammed the United States for orchestrating efforts to tighten financial sanctions against Pyongyang.

Visitors attend the Manila International Auto Show at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, the Philippines.

The formal triggering of Article 50 by Britain to quit the European Union (EU) on Wednesday drew mixed reactions on London streets.

A South Korean court on Thursday ended the longest-ever hearing here on a warrant to arrest former President Park Geun-hye, who was impeached earlier this month.