Court clears former Fiji deputy PM Manoa Kamikamica
Manoa Kamikamica, one of Fiji's two former deputy prime ministers in the coalition government, has been formally acquitted of all criminal charges by a Suva court on Monday.
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Fast moving wildfires raze neighborhoods in US northwest city of Spokane
Wildfires in eastern Washington state forced about 60,000 people to evacuate the Spokane area and destroyed at least 600 homes, businesses and other structures, authorities said on Sunday.
Kay Granger, first Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House, has died at age 83
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Malaysian boy to go on trial for allegedly murdering girl in school
A teenage boy in Malaysia is set to go on trial on Monday for allegedly killing a female schoolmate, in a high-profile case that has sparked debate about the effects of social media on children.
Rosmah seeks to adduce fresh evidence in solar hybrid project graft appeal
She claims that prosecution witness Rayyan Radzwill Abdullah was pressured into giving incriminating evidence against her during her corruption trial.
Move to create over 100 new additional assistant commissioner posts in Punjab opposed
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Judgment: Handwritten will: When the signature counts
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Rapidly spreading wildfires destroy homes in Spokane, forcing evacuations: What we know
Fast-moving wildfires tore through Spokane, Washington, destroying hundreds of structures and forcing thousands to evacuate. Officials declared a state of emergency as the fires remained uncontained
Balochistan govt orders inquiry into Sorange coal mine disaster
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Lee returns home from South America tour
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US CENTCOM appears to have dropped 900kg bomb on civilian house in southern Iran - report
A US official told The Post that the scale of the US strikes on Iran on Thursday was "about twice the size of the previous night," adding that the strikes were "wide, extensive, and impactful."
Death toll from migrant rush into Spanish enclave in North Africa rises to 72
The death toll from a mass rush of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last week reached at least 72 on Sunday, as five more bodies were found along the North African coast…
2027: INEC publication revives debate over Tinubu’s credentials
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Women’s history project inspires schoolgirls for national development
The HerStory of Nigeria project inspires schoolgirls by documenting and promoting the history of Nigerian women, equipping them for national development.
Power tussle rocks Obi, Kwankwaso campaign teams
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Chores or no chores? The economic psychology of giving kids pocket money
If we do pay our kids for their chores, do we risk creating kids who care more about money than doing good deeds for their own sake?
Taiwan says close ties with US Pacific Command boost defence readiness
The defence ministry stresses US cooperation may be closer than many imagine as it seeks to deepen military exchanges.
The hidden dangers behind India’s viral ‘snowy’ tourist spot
A 350-acre white expanse of marble waste in Kishangarh, western India, has become an unlikely tourist destination.
Naqvi’s call for new provinces faces fresh pushback
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PPP urges Lee to veto bill on stripping prosecution of investigative powers
SEOUL, Aug. 3 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Monday...
Heat health alerts in England as temperatures set to reach 34C
Temperatures are expected to reach 34C in some areas of England.
Rogue Police Officers Have Turned Flock's Nationwide Camera Network Into a Stalking Tool
A woman found her police officer ex-boyfriend cop had used Flock's camera system 600 times to look up the location of her and her daughter, reports the Washington Post (Alternate URL here).
What Turkey’s upgrade to Asean dialogue partner status means
Turkey’s ascension to Asean dialogue partner marks the west Asian country’s bid to position itself as a middle power, according to analysts.
Centre to push 4 bills amid House impasse; FCRA, SC judges and 2 other bills on agenda today
The legislative push comes with nine working days left in the Monsoon Session, as the Opposition plans to continue raising the Ram Mandir donation row.
Tony Abbott and the fine art of waving away corruption
Tony Abbott's efforts to downplay the NSW ICAC scandal counter his own record of reforming his party when in power — and reflect exactly the kind of hypocrisy that makes voters so fed up.
The Snoop: Daily Telegraph finds the real housing crisis, the Little Orange Book of Hanson, and more
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Australian who died hiking US trail remembered as 'adventurous spirit'
Family and friends of Will Standish are rallying together to bring his body home after the 28-year-old died while hiking a remote trail in the United States.
One Nation unveils eight Victorian election candidates including former Liberal and anti-woke film animator
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Wildfires in US' Spokane burn 600 structures, force evacuation of 60,000 people: ‘We are not out of danger’
A total of about 390 square miles (1,000 square kilometers) has burned across the state, and some of the fires, including those in the Spokane area, have not been contained, the Associated Press…
Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Structures in Washington State
Hundreds of structures have been destroyed and tens of thousands of people have been evacuated, as wildfires rip through eastern Washington state in what Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown called “the worst…
Subway service briefly disrupted amid disability rights protest
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Real test for BN-PN lies in PAS states, says analyst
Mazlan Ali says the coalitions' strong showing in the Negeri Sembilan polls is no guarantee that their cooperation will continue smoothly.
Malaysian boy on trial for allegedly murdering girl in school
The high-profile case has shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about the effect of social media on children.
Delhi's untold case files: From protecting the Prime Minister to chasing exam mafias| Top cop's story
According to Pathak, police feared that even a single protester breaching the security cordon could trigger a much larger security failure near Parliament.
Bankipur, Datia election result LIVE: Vote counting begins; Prashant Kishor faces big electoral test in Bihar
Bankipur, Datia election result LIVE: Counting of votes for the bypolls in three assembly constituencies, Bankipur, Datia and Manjalpur, has begun.
UP girl missing for 19 years after gang-rape, kin unaware 5 punished with life terms
Five accused received life sentences for a 2007 abduction aimed at silencing a rape case witness. The victim disappeared nineteen years ago and never returned home to her family.
Meta straps on a ‘Kick Me’ sign by mistakenly taking down video by India’s prime minister
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US President Donald Trump says Iran talks to begin Monday after canceling attack
US President Donald Trump said that fresh round of Iran talks would begin Monday after he cancelled a planned attack on Iran partially in response to pleas from US allies in the Middle East, including…
Big tech to pay more if no deal reached with Australian media
Companies like Google will have to pay a higher percentage of their ad revenue to media companies if they fail to make a deal, but have won a key concession that protects the broader revenue of their…
A stratospheric balloon could become a high-altitude drone carrier, capable of loitering for weeks and launching solar-powered UAVs
High-altitude balloons are evolving into drone carriers, offering affordable long-endurance operations despite navigation challenges caused by unpredictable stratospheric winds.
Almost £200,000 of fuel stolen from UK forecourts every day since Iran war began
Incidents of fuel being taken without payment have risen by a fifth in five months, according to industry analysis.
Malaysia cracks down on social media hiking trend after jump in numbers needing rescue
Officials are banning some ‘compressed hikes’ which involve walkers tackling demanding routes in short timeframes Malaysia’s government is tightening hiking rules nationwide after a social media trend left increasing numbers of adventurers needing to be rescued when they became lost or stranded in remote locations.
Three strikes, DAP’s out? Loss in Malaysia’s Negeri Sembilan puts coalition on notice
The Malaysian ruling coalition’s poor showing in the Negeri Sembilan poll on Saturday marks its third straight defeat in eight months – an embarrassing run that is forcing its largest party to confront the cost of governing with former rivals.
What is ‘bamboo-copter’, its links to China and Japan; how it inspired modern helicopters
The bamboo-copter is one of the most famous gadgets from the pocket of Doraemon, an iconic robot cat from a Japanese cartoon series who employs futuristic devices to assist a clumsy boy, notably enabling the protagonists to fly. In fact, this gadget is inspired by a Chinese invention that dates back over a thousand years.
Murder charges after man found dead at Australind bus stop
Two men in their 30s have been charged with murder after another man in his 20s was found dead in Western Australia's South West.
Trump says outline of Iran deal agreed to, mediators say otherwise, strikes on hold for now
President Trump has called off new attacks on Iran for the time being, insisting an end to the war is close. He's also again calling for the "immediate" re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
New details on deadly In-N-Out shooting
New details are emerging about this weekend's deadly mass shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho. At least three people were killed in the attack and seven others wounded.
Luke Bateman tells inquiry gambling companies supplied him with cocaine and alcohol
Former rugby league player turned TikTok influencer tells parliamentary inquiry his spiralling addiction to gambling cost him about $1m Former rugby league star Luke Bateman has alleged gambling…
Trump on making a deal with Iran: 'I'm not looking to kill people'
President Trump on Sunday said that he is "not looking to kill people" as he seeks a deal with Iran, telling reporters that negotiations with Iranian officials are set for Monday.
Renewed US-Iran talks on Strait of Hormuz, denuclearization to start on Monday, Trump says
The US halted an attack on Iran "that would have been the biggest attack since World War II, which would have been disastrous for them," Trump explained.
Prediction Markets Force US Courts to Decide Who Regulates a Bet
The question now before several United States appellate courts is not whether Americans may wager on sporting events. It is which government gets to say so.
U.S. wildfire season exceeds 10-year average as 99 large fires burn
Wildfires in Washington and Oregon have forced evacuations, caused power outages and burned hundreds of thousands of acres as firefighters battle dozens of massive fires across the Pacific Northwest.
Verisk Estimates Insured Losses from Kumamoto Earthquake in Japan Will Range Between JPY 220 Billion (~USD 1.4 Billion) and JPY 340 Billion (~USD 2.1 Billion)
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Rights group seeks Western help to pressure NPP govt. over prisoner deaths and ongoing abuses
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YSRCP Alur MLA Virupakshi, son arrested following ‘attack’ on Dalit family
Tension prevailed at Sangala and Nemakallu villages of Chippagiri mandal following the clash and also at the Chippagiri police station with the YSRCP leaders staging a protest demanding the release of…
Mahara Prison riot leaves trail of destruction
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Tonga to hold two by-elections after ministers quit over bribery convictions
Tonga's Supervisor of Elections says his office will now work on the two by-elections as per the Tonga Constitution.
Iran War: Trump announces new talks with Iran for today
The US President claims to have stopped an unprecedented wave of devastating attacks on Iran at the last minute - at the request of several states in the region. Today there will be an rapprochement.
CEA, police step up crackdown on illegal plastic burning
By Ifham Nizam The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) and the Sri Lanka Police will join hands to launch a countrywide crackdown on the open burning of plastic and polythene waste under a new joint enforcement mechanism, backed by tougher penalties introduced through amendments to the National Environmental Act.