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Singapore will introduce amendments to its transboundary haze legislation to empower the government in its investigations into business practices that cause air pollution, Environment Minister Grace Fu said on Wednesday.

SINGAPORE - Singapore’s parliament moved on Wednesday to toughen its anti-haze law with arrest powers, bigger fines and potential restrictions on companies linked to transboundary air pollution from wildfires.

Under the proposed amendments, a trial can proceed even when parties suspected to be responsible for the haze are absent.

Many midterm elections could act as a referendum on President Donald Trump and his second administration. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa spoke with the president on election night.

President Trump remained optimistic about GOP chances ahead of polls closing: "We have a good chance. But we're not going to be embarrassed."

Matheus Cunha scored a brace in a thrilling win for Manchester United against Roma on a Tuesday full of UEFA Champions League action.

Judge says some provisions of changed payment model, challenged by solicitor John Quinn, outside powers of Minister for Justice

Iran's president didn't clarify the extent of the authority bestowed by Khamenei or if it signals a broader shift in the Islamic Republic's red lines.

The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State, Ibrahim Addra, has empowered 750 vulnerable residents with cash support in Doma LGA Read More: https://punchng.com/sules-cps-empowers-750-vulnerable-nasarawa-residents/

Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League with their first win at Liverpool in 14 years as Kai Havertz’s early strike secured a 1-0 victory for the Gunners. The defending champions were made to suffer after the German’s 16th-minute opener but held out for what could be a telling win in their quest Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-havertz-strike-powers

A total of 45 women drivers in Mysuru have painstakingly rebuilt their lives, brick by brick, after losing the support of a male member (in most cases the husbands) of their family due to various reasons.

Bolt Graphics has been working on its simulation-centric Zeus GPU for a while now and has reached a significant milestone: a successful test run.

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Rhun ap Iorwerth says new powers for more cash matter of how and when, after meeting.

The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has mobilised support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, empowering youths with farm tools. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-oyo-apc-rallies-support-for-tinubu-empowers-youths-with-farm-tools/

Awais Ali Shah said he hoped he had made his father proud after bowling the UAE to a rare One-Day International victory. The left-arm spinner took 5-33 as the national team beat Oman by four wickets at the ICC Academy in Dubai. It was just their ninth win in 34 matches in Cricket World Cup League Two. So poor have they been, the UAE are guaranteed to finish

Businesses increasingly see solar energy not only as a sustainability investment but as a sound commercial decision

The EU border agency is getting a broad mandate to monitor social media for illegal content.

Aurum Resources has boosted its Boundiali resource in Côte d’Ivoire by 19% to 3.84 million ounces of gold, swelling the indicated category to 2.33 million ounces.

The European Commission has unveiled a new plan to give Frontex more resources to ensure the return of irregular migrants, including by supporting non-EU countries. The move comes after the tragedy in Ceuta.

The European Union wants to give its border agency greater powers, including handling deportations.

<p>Sri Lanka stormed into the final of the One-day International tri-series after overwhelming Pakistan by eight wickets, chasing a modest target of 111 in just 18.1 overs at the Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday.</p> <p>Left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka delivered a career-best five for 34 to dismantle Pakistan for 110 in 25.3 overs before Kamindu Mendis struck an

During a visit to Singapore, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Europe and Germany want to increase free trade with open competition, reliability and a rules-based order.

All signs are pointing toward an escalation. UN Special Envoy to Yemen Hans Grundberg explains how close the two parties once were to peace - and what the prospects look like now.

A recent joint statement about overcapacity suggests a shift in how US and its trade partners are looking to respond to China Shock 2.0, says US politics observer Steven Okun.

Brussels also wants the agency to be ready to respond to border crises within 24 hours, drawing lessons from Ceuta.

Europe’s five largest defence spenders are set to warn that Russia represents the most acute and long-term threat to the continent’s security as they pledge unflagging support for Ukraine. “Russia’s ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine, on the one hand, and its continued violations of Allied airspace, acts of sabotage and growing use of multi-domain hyb

Senior security officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey to meet Iranian counterparts in Tehran on Monday

Non-compliance will bring a $2000 fine or up to three months' imprisonment.

Jim Chalmers argues economic security and bolstering supply chains would benefit consumers

There’s little prospect of true negotiation on the Ukraine war until after the winter, says Marc Champion for Bloomberg Opinion.

NASENI has trained 120 youths in Kogi State in electrical installation, providing each with a starter pack and N50,000 to start their businesses. Read More: https://punchng.com/naseni-empowers-120-kogi-youths-with-n50000-start-up-support/

<p>Developments in the Gulf region amid the US-Israeli war on Iran came under discussion as the R4 foreign ministers — Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye — met with their counterparts from France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom.</p> <p>The R4 group, comprising Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, emerged in March and has been focusing on

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has accused the prime minister of playing “political games” with his ability to allocate staffing.

Ministers are set to gain powers over telecoms companies during national security emergencies.

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State governments appoint Special Executive Magistrates for specific areas or purposes and give them the powers exercised by the Executive Magistrates under the BNSS, 2023

Great powers spur concern when their actions are perceived as threatening, rule-breaking or harmful to New Zealand's interests.

Great powers spur concern when their actions are perceived as threatening, rule-breaking or harmful to New Zealand's interests.

Nigeria’s YellowGreens secured a nine-wicket victory over Zambia in the ICC T20 World Cup qualifier, powered by Isaac Danladi’s unbeaten 90 runs. Read More: https://punchng.com/danladi-blitz-powers-yellowgreens-to-zambia-victory/

The National Board for Technical Education is proposing amendments to the Polytechnic Act to empower polytechnics to award Bachelor of Technology degrees. Read More: https://punchng.com/nbte-seeks-btech-degree-awarding-powers-for-polytechnics/

Pakistan continued their upward journey in white-ball cricket as they thrashed England by 87 runs in the second match of the ODI tri-series in Rawalpindi on Tuesday. Arafat Minhas put in a record all-round performance to hand Pakistan their second win of the tournament. The hosts batted first and posted 302-9, with contributions from almost their entire line

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 21 &mdash; Ten former Negeri Sembilan state executive council (exco) members have filed an application in...

A US-based non-profit, Quantus Medical Foundation, has empowered 600 female students in Abia and Enugu states with health education and personal hygiene ki Read More: https://punchng.com/foundation-empowers-600-girls-in-abia-enugu/

The far-right AfD will propose slashing powers of the European Union when it presents its policy paper on Wednesday, Politico reports.

Plaid Cymru's leader makes pledge ahead of talks with Andy Burnham, who wants more devolution to councils.

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