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Sirikanya Tansakun, deputy leader of Thailand's People's Party, has urged the government to reconsider its proposed early retirement scheme for civil servants, arguing it prematurely prioritizes workforce reductions.
Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika has asserted that the Buhari administration left Nigeria in a flourishing state, citing a strong economy and improved security.
Explosions in Iran's Sirik, Bandar Abbas and Qeshm as US launches attacks after revoking waivers on Iranian oil exports.
A pastor in Finland has received a suspended sentence for child-related sex crimes, including sending sexually suggestive messages and images of his upper body to a child.
Diezani Alison-Madueke, Nigeria's former petroleum minister, has been acquitted of bribery charges by a UK court, but still faces an open corruption case in Nigeria regarding allegations of lavish spending and illicit enrichment during her tenure.
A witness has testified that former minister Hadi Sirika disguised an Ethiopian Airlines aircraft as Nigeria Air's, with the logo removed and the plane returned to Ethiopian Airlines within 72 hours of its display.
A Russian ship that sank near Spain is now suspected of having been transporting nuclear reactor parts or components destined for North Korea. The incident, which occurred in 2024 or two years prior, has raised international concerns.
Serbian officials, including the chief negotiator for EU accession and the Ambassador to the EU, state there is no formal decision yet to freeze EU funds for Serbia. They maintain that any potential impact on the budget would be neutral.
New details are emerging about the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, 'Michael,' including its casting of Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop and its focus on his musical career. The film's portrayal of Jackson's life and legacy is also generating discussion.
Several explosions were heard in the southern Iranian city of Sirik on Thursday morning, according to local media reports.
Residents in Iran's Bandar Abbas and Sirik regions described two nights of fear and 'back-to-back explosions' after the US launched fresh strikes on coastal cities, leaving communities feeling abandoned.
A pastor convicted of sex crimes against children in his congregation has expressed dissatisfaction with his conditional prison sentence and has announced his intention to appeal the verdict.
US president threatens to 'militarily complete the job' as the US strikes Sirik and Qeshm Island over ship attacks.
An explosion was reported in the area of the Iranian port of Sirik in Hormozgan Province, though there are no immediate reports of casualties.
Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleges that former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika rented an Ethiopian Airlines plane for a three-day display, falsely presenting it as the proposed Nigeria Air.
Additionally, residents in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, and Sirik reported hearing explosions around 4 a.m. local time, several hours after the reported explosions in the Biban region.
A cargo ship was reportedly attacked by small craft near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting maritime agencies to issue warnings and some reports attributing the incident to Iran.
A Lithuanian teacher named Aiva, along with her husband Nerijus and son Jonis, moved to Tenerife five years ago and now owns a home in Los Gigantes that is valued at a third of a million euros.
Explosions in Bandar Abbas, Sirik Island, and Qeshm were reported as US Central Command announced its tenth day of strikes against Iran.
During an EFCC prosecution, a judge listened to an alleged voice note from former minister Sirika, which the 12th prosecution witness identified as belonging to Mr. Sirika and containing instructions for an Air Nigeria contract.
Italy participated as the guest of honor at the fifth edition of the Cosmoprof CBE ASEAN beauty and cosmetics trade show, held from June 24 to 26 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok.
US forces have launched strikes in the area of the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports. Concurrently, Iranian media have reported an explosion in Sirik, located in southern Iran, though the precise connection between these events remains under investigation.
The United States launched new 'self-defense strikes' against multiple targets in Iran, prompting Iran to announce the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all ships. This escalation raised concerns about oil flow disruptions and regional stability.
The United States conducted strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of an American Apache helicopter, with Iran claiming to have attacked a US base in Bahrain and vowing a heavier response. US officials stated that negotiations with Tehran remain unimpeded despite the escalating military actions.
A Greek-owned bulk carrier was reportedly attacked west of Sirik, Iran, after which the vessel changed course and is now sailing off Fujairah.
A Nigerian court has rejected key evidence presented by the EFCC in the N2.8 billion contract fraud trial against former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika and his co-defendants.
A cruise ship has run aground on a reef near Monuriki Island, Fiji, a popular tourist destination known as the filming location for the movie "Cast Away." The island has become a favored spot for excursions and cruises.