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Nigeria Deports 192 Chinese, Filipino, Other Foreign Nationals Convicted Of Cybercrime, Massive Ponzi Scheme
The Nigerian government, through the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in collaboration with the Immigration Service (NIS) and the Correctional Service (NCoS), has completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted of...

In Pictures: FG deports 192 foreigners convicted of cybercrime in Lagos
Metro Sticky In Pictures: FG deports 192 foreigners convicted of cybercrime in Lagos ‘Sola Richards The Federal Government has completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted for cybercrime-related offences following a joint operation...

From Dili to Darwin: Timor-Leste workers filling NT workforce shortages
Darwin hospitality business owner Darren Lynch employs about 200 people at his various bars and restaurants, but he finds securing a reliable workforce a constant battle. Backpackers on working holiday visas fill some gaps, but the amount of time...

Caribbean’s poor face growing climate threat – UN report
FILE PHOTO: Siblings Mylouise Veillard, left, and Myson walk home with water they collected from a well, for cooking, cleaning and drinking, in a rural area of Saint-Louis-du-Sud, Haiti, Thursday, May 25, 2023. The siblings were considered...

Kristensen’s four-goal explosion powers Philippines past Timor-Leste in AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers
Bjorn Kristensen delivered a spectacular four-goal performance to lift the Philippine Men’s National Football Team to a commanding 4–1 victory over Timor-Leste in the third round of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers. The triumph vaulted the...

Can Timor-Leste Transition from an ASEAN Observer to a Regional Contributor?
Twenty-three years after its independence, Timor-Leste confronts fundamental questions as it prepares to join the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the bloc’s summit later this month: namely, what value does it bring to regional...

Goals and Highlights for East Timor 1-4 Philippines in Asian Cup Qualifiers Match
Thanks! And that's all for now! Thank you so much for watching this Asian Cup Qualifying match here on VAVEL. Stay tuned for the latest on this match and upcoming matches in the competition. Good night, and see you next time! END OF MATCH With a...

EFCC, NIS, NCoS Deport 192 Foreigners Convicted Of Cyber-Terrorism In Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission announced that it has concluded the repatriation of 192 convicted foreign nationals, an operation carried out in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service and the Nigerian Correctional...

Timor-Leste vs Philippines Prediction and Betting Tips | 8th October 2025
Timor-Leste and the Philippines clash at the Territory Rugby League Stadium in neutral Australia on Thursday for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers. Ranked 194th in the world, the Crocodiles picked up an unlikely win against the Maldives in their...

Organised crime may be infiltrating Timor-Leste’s government. One minister is sounding the alarm
Two decades after Timor-Leste gained its independence, the country is a complicated and qualified success story. Poverty and deep economic problems persist, but the country boasts a thriving democracy. Its ascension to the ASEAN regional bloc will...

Isle of Man learning from Timor-Leste gambling licensing suspension
The Gambling Supervision Commission has released its reflections on the situation in Timor-Leste, where the UN has reported on criminal activity in the country. By Rory Calland Key points: - A UN report on the organised crime threat in Southeast...

Ramos-Horta: Timor-Leste’s Cultural And Societal Diversity To Enrich ASEAN
By V. Sankara KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- President José Ramos-Horta emphasised that Timor-Leste’s cultural diversity, media freedom and social inclusivity will be valuable assets that strengthen and enrich ASEAN upon its accession to the...

The Gen Z Movement Comes to Timor-Leste
Recent years have witnessed the rise of what some have termed the “Gen Z movement” – a wave of activism from young people born between the mid-1990s and the early 2010s. This generation, raised on digital platforms, smartphones, and social media,...

Indonesia seeks closer cultural relations with Timor-Leste
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia’s Minister of Culture Fadli Zon has expressed his commitment to further strengthening cultural relations between Indonesia and Timor-Leste as the two nations mark 23 years of diplomatic ties this year. “Indonesia and...
World : ASEAN Propels Natural Disaster Protection As Typhoons, Earthquakes Threaten EconomiesÂ
By Vijian Paramasivam PHNOM PENH, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is strengthening its disaster management mechanisms as the region continues to confront geo-climatic challenges, ranging from earthquakes to typhoons, that disrupt livelihoods and...

EFCC, Immigration Service deport 192 foreigners convicted of cybercrime in Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service, NIS, and the Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, has completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted of cyber-terrorism,...
ASEAN Propels Natural Disaster Protection As Typhoons, Earthquakes Threaten Economies
By Vijian Paramasivam PHNOM PENH, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- ASEAN is strengthening its disaster management mechanisms as the region continues to confront geo-climatic challenges, ranging from earthquakes to typhoons, that disrupt livelihoods and...

Timor-Leste eyeing trade, investment opportunities in ASEAN
KUALA LUMPUR: Timor-Leste, Southeast Asia’s youngest nation is finalising preparations for its imminent entry into ASEAN as a full member this month, having fulfilled 97 per cent of the regional bloc’s membership requirement. Timor-Leste’s...

Timor-Leste abruptly shuts down online gambling
Timor-Leste has shuttered its fledgling online gambling and betting sector amid growing evidence of organised crime and national security threats, reports Portuguese news agency Lusa. The government approved a resolution on Wednesday to cancel the...

Timor-Leste bans online gambling licenses over security risks
The government of Timor-Leste has canceled all licenses for online gambling and betting, citing threats to national security, social stability, and the country’s international reputation. The Council of Ministers resolution, presented by Minister...