Russia No Longer Fully Controls Kerch Bridge
Russian propaganda is falsely claiming full control over the Kerch Strait, according to the Freedom of Russia Legion, UATV English reports.
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NDLEA busts drug shipment, seizes 1,633kg skunk in Ondo
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says its operatives have intercepted a truck conveying 1,633kg of skunk concealed in bags of rice shafts along the Akure-Ilesha Expressway in Ondo…
Wisconsin Democrats’ governor primary is an all-out fight over electability
Francesca Hong says she can appeal to a wide coalition in November. Her detractors worry the democratic socialist will lose the crucial battleground race.
Rain havoc: Kerala seeks ₹110 crore as urgent Central assistance for farm sector
Agriculture Minister T. Siddique says assessments up to August 9 have pegged the losses to the farm sector at ₹127.61 crore
How clean air clubs are protecting Americans from wildfire smoke
Mutual aid groups that gave out PPEs in Covid are now loaning air purifiers and distributing masks to fume-addled communities Miquette Thompson’s home in rural Mendocino county has been covered in…
NST Leader: Malaysia must first answer how many migrant workers it needs
MANAGING migrant workers has been an issue for policymakers for the longest time. Although numerous measures have been adopted by the government, it remains a problem in search of a solution.
Kumamoto earthquake may have created Japan’s newest hot spring inside flooded restaurant [Video]
Kumamoto City izakaya began flooding with hot, sulfur-smelling water immediately after quake. The earthquake that occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28 caused extensive damage to the region, and among those affected was Mugi Usagi, an restaurant in the Anseimachi neighborhood of Kumamoto City’s Chuo Ward.
South Carolina’s Senate race tests Trump — again
The president’s initial pick for governor didn’t win. Can Darline Graham?
Historian Jill Lepore says Silicon Valley misreads science fiction and undermines democracy
On the latest episode of Equity, we spoke to Jill Lepore about "government by machines" and why Elon Musk is a bad science fiction reader.
DC Crime Crackdown Tests Federal Prosecutors
A Bloomberg Law investigation finds federal prosecutors dismissed or downgraded many felony assault cases brought during President Donald Trump’s crime crackdown in Washington DC, with only a handful…
AfriForum convinces NPA to pursue prosecution of Malema over Cwecwe accusations
AfriForum want EFF leader Julius Malema prosecuted for crimen injuria for 'rapist' remarks made against former Bergview College principal Jaco Pieterse.
2027: Kwara PDP embarks on party restructuring
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kwara has dissolved all its caucuses across the 16 local government areas of the state, in a move for a major restructuring of the party ahead of the 2027 general…
Iran sets tough terms to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s national security chief has outlined a list of demands for the US to meet before Tehran reopens the Strait of Hormuz. They include lifting the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, compensation for war damages and the release of frozen Iranian assets.
Court remands man over alleged attempted suicide
A Kano Magistrate’s Court has remanded a man, Ismail Sulaiman Bacirawa, over an alleged attempt to take his own life. Ismail was arraigned before Magistrate Hadiza Muhammad Hassan of Magistrate’s…
Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 9, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Sen. Bill Cassidy, Republican of Louisiana, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 9, 2026.
‘Your leadership will strengthen Ghana’s defence architecture’ – Brogya Genfi to Gilbert Adjei
Deputy Defence Minister Ernest Brogya Genfi has congratulated Kenneth Gilbert Adjei on his appointment as Ghana’s substantive Minister for Defence, expressing confidence that his leadership will…
Aruz, Ferrari drivers call truce, but police probe rolls on
NILAI: The two drivers involved in a fight at Kilometre 276 of the North-South Expressway (PLUS) southbound here yesterday are said to have reached an amicable settlement.
Kano court remands woman accused of cutting boyfriend’s genital
A Magistrate Court sitting at Gyadi-Gyadi, Kano, has remanded Maimunatu Idris, the 25-year-old woman accused of cutting off her lover’s genital with a knife at Durbar Hotel in Badawa.
BSF firing kills Bangladesh national in Tripura during alleged smuggling attempt
The Bangladeshi national, suspected of involvement in smuggling Burmese cigarettes, was allegedly carrying out smuggling activities at midnight on Saturday
El-Sayed spoke with Obama as Michigan Democrats look to unite after a bitter Senate primary
BRIDGEWATER, N.J. (AP) — Abdul El-Sayed , the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, said Sunday he has spoken with Barack Obama and hopes the former president campaigns…
Russia’s military bases in Syria set for major change under new deal
Syria says reached deal with Moscow on fate of Russian bases
Ocasio-Cortez says 'generational tidal wave' of millennials reshaping the electorate
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. said Sunday a "generational tidal wave" of millennial voters is reshaping the electorate in the wake of recent primary elections.
Sybiha says a free Belarus would make Eastern Europe safer
Acting Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha marked the sixth anniversary of Belarus’ protests against the falsification of the country’s presidential election in a statement published on X on Aug.
Osun Election: Expecting free, fair poll is like wanting N1 to $1 – Lawyer Idam
Activist lawyer, Maduabuchi Idam, has said Nigerians should not expect a free and fair governorship election in Osun State scheduled for next week Saturday.
21-year-old dies in Hamilton hospital after being stabbed, found by taxi driver: police
Hamilton police officers say the victim was found by a taxi driver near Frid Street and Main Street West at around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday.
Ocasio-Cortez hasn't 'ruled out' running for president or Senate in 2028
The congresswoman, who has emerged as a polling favorite to be the Democratic nominee, said she also has not ruled out a run for the Senate in 2028.
Return home and serve taxpayers who funded your education – Lawyer tells scholarship beneficiaries
Beneficiaries of state-sponsored international education have been urged to prioritise national development by returning home to apply their acquired expertise.
Mysterious drone flights continue plaguing Europe after an explosive-laden drone was found at a German airport used to support Ukraine
The device was defused but German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said the incident posed a “new quality of danger.”
Iran says Oman deal is in ‘final stages’ but US must act to open Hormuz
Iran said on Sunday that a deal with Oman defining new shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz was in its final stages but reiterated that the waterway would only reopen once the United States met…
CID probe, fast-track courts: Jharkhand govt's promises to student protesters; minister says ‘98% demands met’
The Jharkhand government on Sunday began fresh talks with the students after three days of inconclusive meetings.
MTR passenger’s hand caught in door while trying to retrieve item from tracks
Hong Kong’s rail operator confirmed on Sunday that a passenger’s hand was caught in a train door after he tried to retrieve something that had fallen onto the tracks, warning travellers not to attempt…
UAE convoys deliver 663 tonnes of food and shelter supplies to Gaza in latest mission
Five more UAE aid convoys carrying 663 tonnes of humanitarian supplies in 75 lorries have entered Gaza this week as part of Operation Gallant Knight 3.
National Assembly overriding constitutional provisions – Sam Amadi alleges
The Director, Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Sam Amadi, has accused the National Assembly of overriding constitutional provisions.
‘Arresting people over insults hurts the government’ – Dafeamekpor
Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has criticised the arrest and detention of people over comments deemed insulting to the government or public officials, warning that such actions could…
'Stones thrown to kill Mamata on CM's order': TMC MPs allege 'attempt to murder'
Trinamool Congress leaders accused the BJP of orchestrating an attack on Mamata Banerjee's vehicle. Stones and objects were reportedly hurled at her car while she traveled to meet a grieving family.
Sanders calls on Democrat leaders to ban "corrupt" super PAC donations
Sen. Bernie Sanders highlighted the hundreds of millions of dollars spent by outside organizations during the 2026 midterm cycle.
Yemeni government condemns Houthi drone and missile attack on Mocha port
Yemen's government has strongly condemned a Houthi drone and missile strike on Mocha port, calling it a dangerous escalation threatening regional security.
Why I appointed Mohammed Goje, other young technocrats in strategic positions – Buni
Governor Mai Mala Buni explained why his administration considered young technocrats for strategic appointments to key government positions, citing examples read more Why I appointed Mohammed Goje…
Iran-backed Houthi rebels attack crucial Red Sea port and Saudi Aramco refinery as fighting escalates
Mokha is one of the main ports under Yemen’s internationally recognized government, renovated in recent years to handle shipping that avoids the Houthi-held ports in Hodeida.
Cachalia describes Reiger Park shooting as a merciless killing
Acting police minister Firoz Cachalia describes Reiger Park Shootings as a gang-related killing
Netanyahu rejects Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected US President Donald Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza, stating that no military pull-out will happen until Hamas is “genuinely” disarmed.
Yemeni army downs 15 Houthi drones in attack on Mocha port
Yemeni forces intercepted 15 Houthi drones targeting Mocha port, as President Al-Alimi links the assault to broader Iranian escalation.
AOC is keeping two very big options open for 2028
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) left the door open Sunday to either running for president in 2028 or challenging fellow New Yorker and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer.
Canada: British Columbia wildfires burning out of control
Wildfires have grown in number and intensity across British Columbia, where a state of emergency has been declared. Evacuations are underway, but firefighters say almost half of BC's 102 fires are out…
Fire extinguished at Aramco refinery in Saudi Arabia's Jazan; Houthis claim attack
Yemen’s Houthi rebels said on Sunday they had struck an Aramco oil facility on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast after the Gulf kingdom said it had extinguished a fire at the site.
Gachagua vs Munya & Muturi: Why former DP is winner in political battle with fellow opposition leaders
Rigathi Gachagua may be taking the most political advantage from the growing confrontation between him and a group of Mt Kenya East leaders who have accused him of trying to dominate the opposition…
Syria agrees deal with Russia over future use of 2 key Mediterranean bases
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syria and Russia have reached an agreement over the future of two strategic Mediterranean coastal bases that ultimately ends their use a military outposts for Moscow, Syria’s…
Women are still fighting for freedom: De Bruyn, Amnesty International
Sophie de Bruyn says women must continue the fight against gender-based violence and patriarchy
Sabah to channel RM1.5bil interim payment into infrastructure, welfare
KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah government will use the increased interim payment from Putrajaya to improve infrastructure and strengthen welfare initiatives for the people, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
'Cheer 4 Bharat': PM Modi meets CWG medal winners, shares new video
PM Modi also shared a short video of his interaction with the athletes on Instagram, calling the meeting a special occasion.
Paramilitary promises footage of supreme leader unseen since March
Video of Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei who has not been seen in public since he assumed the role in March, has been promised by a paramilitary leader.
Kremlin gains new edge as Ukraine's allies falter again
Any attempt at negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine is highly unlikely, as Russian President Vladimir Putin sees significant developments working in his favor, Bloomberg columnist Marc…
Eastern Mediterranean Sea is fast becoming an alternative energy source for Europe amid wars in Ukraine and Mideast, Cyprus says
European consumers can expect natural gas from an undersea deposit off Cyprus to help meet their energy needs as early as March 2028.
Motor rider in critical condition after head-on collision with Sprinter in Berekum
A motor rider is in critical condition after sustaining serious injuries in a head-on collision involving a Sprinter vehicle at Berekum in the Bono Region. The accident occurred in front of the Berekum Senior High School when the motorcycle and the Sprinter reportedly collided head-on.