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Ablakwa meets Jamaican Foreign Minister ahead of Mahama’s historic state visit
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has met with his Jamaican Foreign Minister Senator Kamina Johnson Smith, in Kingston, Jamaica, ahead of President John Dramani Mahama’s…
Trump’s Iran announcement presents a fresh challenge for Netanyahu
In announcing he was calling off strikes on Iran, US President Donald Trump said “Israel joins me in this commitment.” But Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is yet to comment — and that’s…
Otti, police celebrate ex-Abia CP’s promotion
Governor Alex Otti and Abia Police celebrate the promotion of former Abia CP, AIG Danladi Isa, highlighting his contributions to peace and security in the Read More…
Ukrainian border guards repel seven Russian assault groups
Ukraine's State Border Guard Service’s troops eliminated seven Russian assault groups on the North Slobozhanskyi front, the agency reported on Aug. 2, releasing video footage of the operation.
A blaze on an Indonesian passenger ferry leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing
SURABAYA, Indonesia (AP) — An Indonesian ferry carrying 271 people caught fire in waters off the main island of Java…
LAWMA seals shops, others in Lagos over indiscriminate waste disposal
LAWMA has sealed several shops in Lagos along the Tejuosho-Ojuelegba corridor due to indiscriminate waste disposal, intensifying environmental law enforcem Read More…
Greek Mega-Fire Spreads, Forcing Evacuations in Its Path
A massive fire in Greece spread deeper into the country’s Attica region overnight and into Sunday, fanned by strong winds and forcing evacuations of villages and communities in its path.
Indonesia ferry fire: Five dead, 41 missing — 225 rescued as search op continues off Madura island
Basarnas, Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency, said that some passengers who jumped into the sea were picked up by a nearby ship.
A Battle Over Rock Climbing Exposes a Bigger Crisis in America’s Wilderness
This story was originally published by High Country News and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. A decades-long debate over how to manage wilderness climbing may be nearing a close.
5 dead in Indonesia ferry fire, 41 missing
An Indonesian ferry caught fire at sea on Sunday, killing five people and leaving another 41 missing after some jumped overboard, search and rescue officials said. A total of 225 people on the vessel were rescued, said the regional Surabaya Search and Rescue Agency, which provided the latest figures in an afternoon update.
Kerala floods 2026: Kasaragod district on high alert for two more days, 208 in five relief camps
Two landslips were reported at Thayyeni at Kattamkavala in the district
Rescuers recover climber Nirmal Purja’s body
The bodies of Nirmal Purja and three others were recovered on Sunday in a high-altitude rescue operation hampered by bad weather.
Russia makes gains in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhya oblasts
Russian occupation forces have advanced near Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Oblast and inside Zaliznychne in Zaporizhzhya Oblast, Ukrainian battlefield monitoring project DeepState reported on Aug. 1.
25 tahun dalam politik, Abdul Karim sedia beri laluan
Adun Asajaya 5 penggal itu pesan kepada ahli politik agar sedia berundur jika parti mahu perkenal muka baharu.
Poo, parking and poor pitching - the Lake District's summer battles
Protection orders are being used to try and control the issue, but funding is limited, councils say.
Trump’s agenda now: Destroy Iranian regime's ability to govern – opinion
With the American president’s plan to target the Islamic Republic’s infrastructure rather than the IRGC or nuclear sites, his principal objective has become dismantling its leadership
Palestinian Islamic Jihad agrees to Board of Peace's proposed Gaza disarmament deal - report
The deal, announced by Trump on Thursday night, includes the complete disarmament of Hamas and all other armed groups in the Gaza Strip, which would then lead to an IDF withdrawal.
LANGUAGE, MIGRATION OP-ED: Why linguistic profiling in an era of migration and tension makes no sense
When a voice is used as an informal test of belonging, it indicates a broader global challenge that is socially divisive.
Indonesia: At least 5 dead in ferry fire
Search and rescue officials report some 41 missing after a fire on a ferry near the Indonesia island of Madura. The cause of the blaze remains unclear.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine’s air shield is among Europe’s strongest
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated service members on Air Force Day, observed annually on the first Sunday of August, saying Ukraine’s air shield has become one of the strongest in Europe.
Requested Tamil Nadu Chief Minister to defer visit to Bengaluru, says D.K. Shivakumar
Mr. Vijay had intended to hold talks, but the meeting was deferred and decided to hold discussions after the situation in Cauvery improved, said Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar
Mother of teen girl who abused PM Modi upset as 'FIR not withdrawn' despite apology, claims CJP
Lawyer Ratna Singh said that the mother was relieved to hear that the CJP was backing her and said she would reach out whenever any assistance is required.
Fatal Clementi blaze: Dry rising main not in proper working condition during firefighting operation
A coupling securing a segment had become dislodged, but has since been rectified, said the town council.
Back in Germany - Edin Džeko closing in on Schalke return
Edin Džeko is on the verge of extending his Schalke stay after reaching a full agreement with the Bundesliga club, according to multiple reports.
Trump says he will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal
President Donald Trump has said the U.S. will hold off on a fresh attack on Iran as long as a deal can be reached quickly to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
A minor from the ultra-violent group 764 has been arrested, accused of threatening Irene Montero with death.
The arrested individual, who is also believed to be the author of messages against panelist Sarah Santaolalla, is considered the leader in Spain of this terrorist network with Nazi, Satanic and…
Body of mountaineer Nirmal Purja recovered after Pakistan avalanche
The renowned climber was known for scaling the world's 14 highest peaks in just over six months in 2019.
Rescuers recover climber Nirmal Purja's body after avalanche disaster
"The ground rescue team has reached Nims Dai (Purja) at approximately 5,700m on Broad Peak - a mountain he loved, and a mountain that has now taken him from us," said the Alpine Club of Pakistan.
Aidha launches free financial education course, in-person helpdesk to aid domestic workers in S’pore
Classes will be offered monthly and the helpdesk will be open for two Sundays each month.
The Hindu brings the historic 1947 Independence Day edition back to life
Readers will find rare photographs documenting the hard-fought freedom struggle
2 cops injured in IED blast targeting police van in Peshawar
PESHAWAR: Two police personnel sustained minor injuries in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion targeting a police van near Pir Zakorhi Bridge near the Peshawar-Islamabad motorway toll plaza…
China’s central bank pledges timely policy tool adjustment
Data released in July showed economic growth at 4.3% in the second quarter, its slowest in over 3 years.
'Grateful for a second chance': Mother of teen girl thanks PM Modi for forgiving her over abusive remarks
The remarks came a day after PM Modi's video, in which he said he forgives kids for hurling abuse at him during the recent anti-paper-leak protests in Delhi.
No one can interfere if adult women embrace Islam, marry by choice: Allahabad HC
The court noted that the adult women are competent to take independent decisions regarding their faith, marriage, and future course of life.
‘If you believe PM Modi is developing India, then why…’: Raj Thackeray questions Vivek Oberoi, R Madhavan's Dubai move
Thackeray also said PM Modi should ask members of his own party, the BJP, not to use demeaning language against their opponents.
UK PM Burnham signals support for written constitution
Any serious attempt to codify the constitution would be a years-long process likely requiring a major public inquiry and consultations.
RTI activist questions funding of Abhijeet Dipke's US education, cites father's ₹60,000-65,000 monthly salary
A Surat-based RTI activist, Amit Tiwari, has sought an investigation into the finances of Bhagwanrao Dipke, the father of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, questioning how a junior…
German economy: China competition is burdening the economy, according to BDI
The economic pressure is weighing on everyone: from external and internal factors, the German economy is being subjected to a tough stress test. Do we need more resilience?
Mourinho Likes ‘Everything’ From Real Madrid With ‘Three Faces’
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho liked a Los Blancos side of "three faces" during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Fiorentina amid joking that the "good ones" were missing.
MBS and Trump talk over the phone
MBS and Trump talk over the phone Saudi Arabia's crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, has spoken to US President Donald Trump over the phone on developments in the region.
Blackstone's Jon Gray goes jogging and goes viral. I took a run with him.
I spent my Thursday morning jogging with Jon Gray and Blackstone analysts, and felt firsthand the business value of his social media jogging videos.
FEDCOC Head urges businesses to join new licensing system
Chairman of the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC) Ahmed al-Wakil described the new public shop licensing system as a “historic opportunity” to integrate informal businesses into the…
Damietta Port receives 13 vessels in 24 hours
“Damietta Port received 13 vessels and recorded the departure of nine ships over the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of vessels at the port to 32,” according to the Damietta Port Authority.
Five dead and 41 missing after Indonesian ferry catches fire, authorities say
At least five people died and 41 were missing after a ferry caught fire off Indonesia's Madura island, the country's search and rescue agency said on Sunday. Local media reported that the ferry was carrying about 250 passengers and crew when it caught fire, prompting a large-scale rescue operation involving several vessels.
Oil production: Opec plus likely agrees on higher oil production targets
The oil production organization has been raising its quotas monthly since the start of the Iran war. Now it apparently wants to increase its production targets by 188,000 barrels per day from…
Barcelona’s Joao Pedro Transfer Pursuit Sees Key Development
FC Barcelona's pursuit of Joao Pedro has seen a key development in the past few days, as per reports in the UK and Catalonia.
Map Shows How Ukraine’s Drone War Is Closing in on Moscow
Russia's capital has come under more Ukrainian drone attacks since the start of 2026 than it experienced in all of 2025.
Trump’s Approval Rating Is Underwater in 11 States He Won Comfortably
The president's approval rating in 11 states that he carried by double-digit margins in the 2024 election, according to Civiqs.
India's coal dispatch surges 17.3% in July as production growth stands at 7.5%
The increase in both production and dispatch reflects the government's efforts to maintain coal availability and ensure operational stability across the sector
Eight alleged offenders who cut off ankle bracelets spark police manhunt
The WA Police Union say six police officers were required to hunt each person who took off the device, meaning 48 officers were diverted from their usual duties this weekend.
GRC MPs will split work in Kembangan ward for now, hope for a new adviser: Seah Kian Peng
He also announced the expansion of a medical transport reimbursement scheme.
Flight attendants at Canada’s WestJet go on strike in dispute over pay
NEW YORK (AP) — Flight attendants with WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, went on strike Sunday in a dispute over pay. The Canadian Union of Public Employees represents the 4,400 cabin…
Colombia police station bombed wounding 14 people
Colombia’s government has blamed rebel groups for a truck bomb that wounded 14 people near the border with Venezuela. The attack came less than a week before President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella…
Thailand pushes back on UN expert’s Cambodia conflict statement
Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to a recent statement by the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Cambodia, saying it wished to clarify several points related to the…
The fantasy of toppling Middle Eastern regimes is a familiar pattern in Israeli policy - opinion
History suggests Israel's alleged regime change plan for Iran repeated flawed assumptions that have doomed similar interventions before.
Strait of Hormuz: High risk, high freight rates – the most expensive passage in the world
No sea route is currently as dangerous as the Strait of Hormuz. Many shipping companies are withdrawing their ships. Those that still sail achieve record prices. Above all, the shipowners of one nation are holding course.
Why Hong Kong’s elites must become risk-takers again
Hong Kong is drafting its first‑ever five‑year plan, a historic blueprint to chart long‑term development. Much has been said about reforms and paradigm shifts, but far less attention has been paid to the true architects of this journey: Hong Kong’s elites.