Europe Italy Giorgia Meloni's government became the longest since Italy became a republic after WWII: the first led by a woman, it lasted 1.413 days as of 4 September, one more than Silvio Berlusconi's 2nd; premier said stability isn't a record, but a key for planning
Oceania Palau Attendance was estimated a little less than 50%, Minister Dale Jenkins said of the first day back to school after four weeks of closure due to the Covid-19 outbreak
Asia Kuwait 'Your life is dear' anti-suicide campaign was launched, offering psychological and social support, after the country registered a significant increase of the suicide rate particularly among young people last year
Asia Qatar Quranic Botanical Garden expert Mohamed Hassouna believes that vertical farming could help develop the country's agricultural sector and expand local food production
Asia Armenia The opposition boycotted the work of the National Assembly's committee enquiry into the circumstances of the 44-day war, accusing it of being unable to be impartial given the current government's factual admission of responsibility
Africa Equatorial Guinea The visit of the US delegation ends today; it discussed with the President, Vice-President and officials the importance of addressing maritime security challenges, combating human trafficking, promoting respect for human rights and tackling climate change
Asia Iran Oil production in the first month of 2022, despite lasting economic sanctions, rose by 21.000 barrels, surpassing 2,5 million barrels per day, the highest level in three years
Oceania Vanuatu A workshop launched by the Agence Universitaire de la Francophone (AUF) on the theme "innovation" starts today and will involve students from across Vanuatu to help them be more creative and productive
Africa Eritrea A five-year framework for development cooperation in the areas of infrastructure, agriculture, energy, industry, health education and capacity building has been launched by the country and UN agencies
Asia Philippines Registered female voters outnumber males by at least 1,5 million, according to data from the Election Commission
Europe Malta The Malta Trust Foundation is partnering with two private trusts to offer disadvantaged young people better job prospects of securing employment through training and mentoring
Europe Lithuania Winning Pabandom iš Naujo, which featured a selection of artists eager to participate in Eurovision in May, Lithuanian singer Monika Liu will perform 'Sentimentai' to represent the country
America Saint Vincent and the Grenadines A new community at Lowmans Leeward that consists of 47 units will soon become home to some residents of Rose Place, Kingstown who will be relocated there
Asia East Timor In a follow-up on the dengue fever outbreak in the country, the Ministry of Health reported a surge of 2000 cases in the first weeks of 2022, which followed a surge from December 2021, highest since 2016