Thailand school shooting death toll rises to eight as 12-year-old girl dies
BANGKOK, Aug 9 — A 12-year-old girl wounded in a school shooting in Thailand died on Saturday, the health ministry...
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TH RCI: PM'S Dept (Religious Affairs) backs King's call for thorough probe
PUTRAJAYA: The Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) fully supports the decree by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, that investigations into the findings of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) on Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) be conducted thoroughly, transparently and without compromise.
Study shows gap between ideal, actual number of children among S. Koreans
SEOUL, Aug. 9 (Yonhap) -- About seven out of 10 South Koreans regard having at l...
Anwar hails AKPS for seizing suspected Israel-bound shipment at Johor port
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his appreciation to the Malaysian Bord...
Trump to appeal White House ballroom ruling to Supreme Court
After a federal appeals court halted construction of the White House ballroom on Friday, President Trump said he would appeal the ruling to the Supreme Court. Taurean Small has more.
Explainer: Hong Kong’s national security crackdown – month 73
In July, Hong Kong’s cultural sector found itself in the crosshairs. Two independent bookstores, including one with a history of 50 years, were raided.
Jakarta Says Tax and Asset Data Safe After Bapenda Building Fire
The Jakarta Provincial Government has confirmed that taxation and regional asset data remain safe following the fire at Bapenda building.
Iran says deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but not enough to open waterway
CAIRO/WASHINGTON/DUBAI — Iran said on Saturday that a deal with Oman on control of the Strait of Hormuz was close but would not be enough to free up the waterway, and the United Arab Emirates said…
Australia news live: near miss for Jetstar and Qatar Airways planes taxiing at Sydney airport
Meanwhile, expert says bird flu detected on Murray-Darling basin ‘should be ringing alarm bells’. Follow updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Coalition demands NDIS…
33 held, booked under ATA for resisting anti-encroachment drive
KARACHI: Police on Saturday claimed to have arrested 33 suspects after violence erupted during an anti-encroachment drive at Shafiq Mor.
Greens draw betting perk line ahead of gambling showdown
The Greens are not prepared to vote on the government's gambling legislation, outlining some of their main concerns around "predatory" behaviour.
40-year settlement issue resolved, 120 families in Sungkai, Kuala Bikam get land grants
IPOH: A total of 120 squatter families around Sungkai and Kuala Bikam have been given land grants, resolving a settlement issue they had faced for more than 40 years, says Housing and Local Government…
Tinubu, Obasanjo honoured Aguiyi-Ironsi – Family
The Aguiyi-Ironsi family thanks President Tinubu, Obasanjo, and others for honouring the late military leader’s legacy 60 years after his assassination.
Polis kesan pemandu, penumpang Alza tular buat aksi bahaya
Ketua Polis Kajang Naazron Abdul Yusof berkata pihaknya menerima laporan mengenai kejadian itu selepas ia tular di media sosial.
You don’t need money to make impact — Emmanuel Anabueze
Emmanuel Anabueze, founder of Nigerian Humanitarian Awards, emphasizes that you don’t need money to make a significant humanitarian impact in Nigeria.
'Don't call me': Thai student messaged mum as she hid from school shooter
Another student dies from critical wounds after a student opened fire at a high school and his home outside Bangkok on Friday.
Bhopal Municipal Corporation Offices May Open On Sundays, Close On Wednesdays To Boost Property Tax Collection
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) zone and ward offices are likely to remain closed on Wednesdays and function on Sundays to facilitate property tax payments, particularly…
The Tabung Haji RCI came late, accountability must not — Phar Kim Beng
AUGUST 9 — The belated release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report into Lembaga Tabung Haji is unquest...
Man drowns trying to save son who fell into fish pond at Raub resort
Raub police chief Shahril Abdul Rahman says the boy was rescued by two other men.
Ab Rauf calls for Melaka political talks to move from social media to negotiating table
MELAKA BN chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has urged political parties to set aside negotiations conducted through social media and return to the negotiating table to discuss possible cooperation…
Correctional officers struggle with suffocating 'prison smell' and more
Every time senior officers finished their shifts, they would take a shower and rub skin lotion into their hair. “What is that about? Did a nightclub open nearby?
Why some parts of Seoul are hotter than others
com. A heat wave with temperatures approaching 40 degrees Celsius has continued across Korea. President Lee Jae Myung said during a recent meeting with senior secretaries and aides that the current…
Jongno District's new strategy: Legalizing unpermitted homes to save hanok
In Jongno District, the historical heart of Korea’s capital, centuries-old heritage lives alongside the messy realities of modern urban living.
Gen Z is a force that can’t be ignored: Dharmendra Pradhan
Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan acknowledged the immense potential of Gen Z, stating that grasping their hopes and dreams is essential for national advancement.
Tonnes of rotting food from vast LA warehouse fire creates unbearable stench
A fire destroyed a warehouse, leaving heaps of rotting chicken, poultry and fish to attract flies and rats.
Perez Hilton health update: New details emerge after 'significant blood loss' in disturbing TikTok livestream incident
Perez Hilton remains hospitalized following the recent incident, with his family sharing a new update on his health.
Weather Today LIVE: Delhi records its wettest August day in 2 years, IMD predicted light rainfall in parts of NCR today
Weather Today LIVE: Delhi recorded its wettest August day in two years on Saturday, with Safdarjung receiving 98.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am.
Wawasan lulus pindaan perlembagaan parti
Setiausaha Agung Wawasan, Saifuddin Abdullah berkata pindaan perlembagaan itu diluluskan dalam mesyuarat khas perwakilan Jumaat lalu.
US-Iran war news LIVE: Deal on Strait of Hormuz is close, not enough to open waterway, says Iran
US-Iran war news LIVE: Iran on Saturday (local time) said that a deal with Oman over the control of the Strait of Hormuz is close but would not be enough to free up the waterway. Tune in to Live Mint to catch all the latest US-Iran war-related updates.
40-year squatter issue settled, 120 Perak families get land grants
Housing and local government minister Nga Kor Ming says resolution of the issue was proof the government prioritises the wellbeing of the people, regardless of racial background.
Asian criminals bet on Sri Lanka
Paradise for Illegal Gaming MONETABRIEF –Sri Lanka is investigating online gaming operations as the South Asian island and its Port City Special Economic Zone gain ground as a safe haven for criminal…
Bill to extend judges’ tenure gazetted
The Government on Friday gazetted the Draft Bill for the Twenty Second Amendment to the Constitution, proposing changes to the retirement age of Supreme Court and Court of Appeal judges, along with…
LDP secretary-general post emerges as focal point as Takaichi mulls changes
At a time when public support for her administration is falling, Takaichi may shake up her Cabinet and the LDP's executive lineup to reinforce her standing in the party.
The US Navy used a swarm of drone boats to seize $81 million worth of cocaine in the Caribbean
Two Saildrone Voyager vessels tracked suspected drug traffickers, enabling the US Navy to seize cocaine worth more than $81 million.
Malden WA Wells Road Fire: Map and evacuation updates as blaze affects Spokane and Whitman counties
A fast-moving wildfire called the Wells Road Fire has grown to about 200 acres, prompting evacuations.
Legal processes completed for Lankans rescued from Ethiopian traffickers
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Addis Ababa has announced that all judicial procedures and consular formalities relating to the three Sri Lankan nationals rescued from human traffickers in Ethiopia have…
‘Be cautious when dealing with Umno’ – DAP leaders
PENANG DAP deputy chairman Ramkarpal Singh Deo called on Pakatan Harapan (PH) to be cautious when dealing with Umno despite readmitting the party back into the state government fold.
Sex crime suspect linked to supply of pills in Tokyo's Kabukicho speaks from detention
TOKYO -- Teenagers in the Kabukicho district of Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward repeatedly overdose on drugs, and several young women there named one man as a s
MP Schools To Introduce Online Attendance For Classes 9-12, Low-Attendance Students To Be Tracked
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Irregular attendance among students has prompted the state School Education Department to tighten its monitoring mechanism.
Anguish and hope: why Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen set himself on fire in New York
No one knew what Lobga Rangzen was planning. Not the monk who was his friend of 30 years, not his niece in New York. The niece was watching the World Cup on TV in Queens when she heard from a friend…
Germany: Interior Minister warns of 'daily' hybrid warfare
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt says attacks by foreign powers have become a constant threat to Germany. His remarks come just days after an explosive-laden drone was found at Leipzig…
LDP Secretary-General Key in Cabinet, Party Reshuffle by Takaichi
Tokyo, Aug. 9 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has started considering reshuffling her cabinet and the executive lineup at the Liberal Democratic Party possibly in September, with…
Travelling soon? Scammers are impersonating booking sites to steal your money
Dubai: Travellers booking flights, rides and hotels are increasingly being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating familiar travel brands, with nearly 270,000 attack attempts detected by Kaspersky…
I became executive beggar despite serving Lagos for 30 years – Ex-administrator
A physically challenged former Lagos administrator, Michael Odesanya, shares his harrowing experience of becoming an “executive beggar” due to delayed reti Read More…
Dumat Al-Jandal’s 33 parks boost quality of life during summer break
Thirty-three parks and gardens in Dumat Al-Jandal are attracting residents and visitors this summer, as authorities enhance public spaces and facilities.
RCMP report a possible fatality from massive Summerland fire
RCMP said officers continue to provide emergency response and assistance following the Bald Range fire that grew quickly and forced thousands to flee their homes.
Your university clearing survival guide ahead of results day
From listing your potential outcomes to picking up the phone, this is how to get the most out of clearing.
Summerland wildfire forces large numbers of seniors in residential care to relocate
David Hickey, a driver with the High Acuity Response Team, helped receive dozens of seniors at Kaigo Senior Living Facility in Kelowna.
Raja Raghuvanshi’s Brothers Jailed In Indore Liquor Case After Dhaba Raid
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Police arrested five people, including Vipin and Sachin Raghuvanshi, brothers of Raja Raghuvanshi, for illegally serving alcohol at their dhaba in the Rau area without a valid licence. All five individuals have been sent to jail as a preventive measure.
What do Clacton voters want from their next MP?
People share the issues on their minds as the constituency prepares to go to the polls.
Typhoon No. 15 Threatens Tohoku Landfall
Typhoon No. 15, currently over waters east of Japan, could approach or make landfall along the Pacific coast of the Tohoku region on the afternoon of August 11 after changing course from northwestward to westward, bringing a risk of strong coastal winds and widespread heavy rain. (News On Japan)
Morocco ready to take back unaccompanied minors from Spain if legal barriers are removed
Spain could have a way to reduce the number of Moroccan unaccompanied minors in its care if the legal and […]
NaCCA warns schools against use of unapproved assessment materials
The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) has directed all pre-tertiary schools across the country to stop using assessment items and mock examination papers that have not been vetted and approved by the Council.