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PSP on National Day: At 61, Singapore is mature & strong enough to debate different views openly
From Progress Singapore Party's social media post: "As our economy and society become increasingly diverse and complex, even the ruling party will not have all the answers. Good ideas can come from...
Why the Pentagon is suddenly interested in a tiny town in NSW
With a half-billion-dollar loan, the US hopes to cut its reliance on Chinese supplies of scandium, a crucial mineral for aerospace. But China still has leverage.
Chinese neighbours trapped in mountains ignore rescue calls over spiritual fears
Two individuals in Beijing found themselves trapped in a mountain but refused rescue due to a superstition that responding to strangers brings bad luck. The police and firefighters in the Huairou district received a call on the evening of July 29, reporting that two neighbours from a nearby village had gone missing while foraging for…
Taxpayers bear R1.2m cost for police presence during Malema's sentencing
Taxpayers forked out a staggering R1.2m to police KuGompo City over two days when Julius Malema was sentenced to five years in prison for firing a rifle at an EFF rally.
Woman, 80, dies in western Canada as wildfires spread
An 80-year-old woman died while leaving her home trying to escape a massive wildfire in Canada's British Columbia province, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police said late yesterday.
Bohl: Iran Won’t Succumb to Trump’s Pressure Campaign
Iran has promoted a hardline ex-commander as its top security official, shaking up its highest decision-making body on national defense.
Osun poll: Adeleke accuses APC, Oyetola of plans to rig election
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has accused the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, of making remarks that allegedly suggest plans by the All Progressives Congress, APC, to…
Mumbai: Sion ROB Opening Delayed Again; BMC Seeks 45 More Days, New Deadline Set For End Of September
Mumbai: The reopening of the Sion Road Over Bridge (ROB) has been delayed yet again, with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) seeking another 45 days to complete the remaining works.
Forest Department Clears Illegal Occupation From Bijasan Forest Land In Indore
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): The Forest Department carried out an anti-encroachment drive in Bijasan Beat, compartment number 277, removing an illegal occupation from forest land and restoring the area to…
US Undeterred as Netanyahu Rejects Gaza Peace Plan
U.S. is not concerned by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rejection of the Gaza plan.
Former Thai MP surrenders after allegedly shooting Nonthaburi council chief four times
BANGKOK, Aug 10 — A former Thai MP has surrendered to police after allegedly approaching a senior local government...
Security guard held for rape shot in leg while trying to flee in Ahmedabad
A police constable also suffered a bullet injury during the incident, which occurred late August 9 night
Nigerian military captures two suspected ISWAP collaborators in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected collaborators of the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP.
'Change the game': Ukraine's latest target sits at the centre of everyday Russian life
Attacks on Russia's biggest online retailer reveal how Ukraine's drone strategy is evolving, experts say.
Russia Rejects ‘Freeze’ in Ukraine War Without Putin’s Demands Being Met
Russia has rejected any “freeze” in the war against Ukraine unless Moscow’s demands are met, a senior Russian diplomat said. The Kremlin continues to push for its stated war objectives, while Kyiv rejects the conditions as unacceptable.
New Zealanders abroad urged to enroll for the election as new law locks out last-minute voters
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand’s Electoral Commission launched a campaign Monday urging New Zealanders at home and abroad to register to vote or update their details in the system, warning…
- New Zealand Electoral Commission urges citizens to enroll before October 25
- Enrolment deadline removes last-minute voting option
- Government defends cut-off to speed up vote counting
Netanyahu Rejects Hamas Disarmament Proposal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a proposal by US-backed mediators for disarming Hamas, hardening his position after voicing misgivings at the suggestion that Israel reciprocate with…
Myanmar setuju bawa pulang 5,000 pelariannya guna kapal, kata Tok Mat
Menteri Luar Negeri Mohamad Hasan berkata proses penghantaran pulang perlu disegerakan kerana 5,000 pelarian Myanmar itu sudah dikenal pasti.
Thirty years on, a trial finally opens in Tupac Shakur’s killing
The proceedings will likely not make clear who fired the shots that killed the hip-hop legend on the night of Sept 7, 1996, while he was in Sin City to see Mike Tyson's boxing match.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoing medical procedures, aide says
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing medical tests and procedures and was expected to be under observation for two days, his aide said on Monday. Anwar is “undergoing examinations and procedures set by a team of medical experts”, Press Secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said in a statement, without providing further details.
'Chaar Chaand Laga Diya': PM Modi Hails Jadumani Singh's Kargil Vijay Diwas Victory Over Pakistan During CWG 2026 | VIDEO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Indian Army boxer and silver medallist Jadumani Singh Mandengbam for dedicating his victory over Pakistan to the heroes of the Kargil War.
NAFCO expands Northern Region warehouses to boost food reserves
The National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) has taken delivery of rehabilitated warehouses in the Northern Region as it expands storage capacity under the National Food Security Reserve Programme…
New rail link reconnects Finland and Sweden
Passenger rail service between Kemi, Tornio and Haparanda was discontinued in 1988, leaving the border region without a direct rail link for decades.
Four laws to reshape Malaysia's housing sector under new policy
KUALA LUMPUR: The Housing and Local Government Ministry is set to overhaul Malaysia’s housing landscape with four new and amended laws under the newly launched National Housing Policy 2026-2035.
'Roll on 2027' as Fleadh 2026 in Belfast comes to an end
The 2026 festival was being hosted in the city for the first time and ended on Sunday.
National Growth Fund Sells Out, Young Investors Lag
In the 600 billion won, or approximately $424 million, National Participation Growth Fund launched by the government to encourage young investors to participate in capital markets, the investment…
- National Participation Growth Fund failed to attract young investors (20-30 years old)
- Only 13% of subscriptions came from 20s and 30s age group
- Fund's structure and limited investment capacity hindered younger investors
SK chairman's divorce case nears final ruling
After more than nine years of litigation, the divorce and property division battle between SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won and Art Center Nabi Director Roh Soh-yeong appears to be nearing its end.
France: Baby it's hot inside
PARIS -- France has had a bad summer. Its first heat wave in June was part of a wider Europe-spanning scorcher where temperatures went from the usual 20s and 30s to the dangerously broiling numbers of…
Australia is home to the only mass cuttlefish gathering in the world. This year these giants didn’t return
By late June, the animals should be well and truly aggregating. In short, the cuttlefish have simply failed to turn up.
Penang grants Jelutong landfill extension until Oct 2026, project faces scrutiny over EIA concerns
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 10 — The Penang state government has granted PLB Engineering Berhad (PLBE) an extension of time (...
Russia’s Missile Machine Is Running Hot — and Ukraine May Not Get a Break, HUR Says
Russia is unlikely to pause its missile campaign against Ukraine despite record ballistic strikes, as Moscow ramps up weapons production, shifts resources to more effective systems and prepares new…
Courtois praises Mourinho, vows trophy-winning season with Real Madrid
Thibaut Courtois hails Jose Mourinho's discipline and pledges to lead Real Madrid to silverware after two disappointing seasons.
Kalonzo: Opposition will defeat Ruto by more than 70 per cent in 2027
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has expressed confidence that the opposition will decisively defeat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, predicting a victory margin of…
Benue man abandons farm after bandits demand N500,000 before harvesting crops
A farmer in Kastina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State has reportedly abandoned his farmland after suspected bandits demanded N500,000 before allowing him to access and harvest his crops.
‘Deployment of SANDF to combat gangsterism a temporary measure’
Acting Police Minister Cachalia has deployed SANDF members to combat gangsterism and illegal mining
Liberia: District 10 By-Election Deadline Falls Friday, Court Yet to Rule
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA - Montserrado County District 10 has gone nearly four months without a representative in the House, and the outer constitutional deadline for holding a by-election to…
Liberia: Senate Judiciary Chair Urges Police Chief to Step Aside in Drug Probe
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA - Liberia's police inspector general and other senior security officials should step aside from the drug trafficking investigation, the chairman of the Senate…
Kalonzo: I was to be Raila’s 2022 presidential successor
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed his account of a 2017 political agreement with the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, saying the deal required Raila to support his presidential bid in…
Ghibli Park in central Japan to add facility featuring 'Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind'
NAGOYA -- A new facility themed on Studio Ghibli's popular work "Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind" will be built at Ghibli Park, the Aichi Prefectur
- Ghibli Park in Nagakute, Aichi Prefecture to add Nausicaa facility.
- Third phase project near west entrance plaza, no opening date announced.
- Prefectural government to fund 380 million yen for development.
Why Pakistan Is Pleased With Its Counterterrorism Dialogue With the US
If the early rounds of talks focused on terror threats to U.S. security, the last two rounds included discussion of the BLA and TTP – threats to Pakistan’s security.
Severe weather warnings issued for Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal
A Level 6 disruptive snow warning has been issued for parts of the Eastern Cape, with major traffic disruptions, threats to livelihoods and the possibility of some communities becoming temporarily…
High Court upholds Jufazli’s acquittal over offensive video against Ismail Sabri
It dismisses the prosecution's appeal after considering the appeal record, the sessions court's grounds of judgment and the submissions of all parties.
KZN disaster teams on high alert amid severe weather warnings
A Level 6 disruptive snow warning has been issued for parts of the Eastern Cape, with major traffic disruptions, threats to livelihoods and the possibility of some communities becoming temporarily inaccessible as a cold front and cut-off low affect several provinces.
16-year-old boy admits to raping, sexually assaulting schoolgirl in library toilet
BATU PAHAT: A 16-year-old student pleaded guilty at the Magistrate’s Court today to raping and sexually assaulting a female schoolgirl in a library toilet
Bangladesh Joins Saudi-led Defense Coalition as Bab el-Mandeb Risks Grow
Bangladesh says that joining the Saudi-led defense coalition does not pose a threat to its relations with Iran.
Intra-Asean trade must rise beyond 25pct, says Mohamad Hasan
PUTRAJAYA: Asean must increase trade among its member states, which currently accounts for less than 25 per cent of the bloc’s total trade, if the region is to fully realise its potential as one of…
Nigeria: Niger Records 124 Diphtheria Cases, 17 Deaths - Commissioner
[Premium Times] Mr Bagana said 103 patients had been treated and discharged, while 17 deaths were recorded in Bida, Suleja and Shiroro local government areas.
Rain expected after monsoon break, Delhi set to cross normal rainfall for Aug
Delhi received daily showers from August 4 to August 8 and recorded 229.5mm, or over 98% of the normal rainfall, for the month (233.1mm)
How Liverpool are shaping up under Iraola
Four pre-season games is a very small sample, but Andoni Iraola is starting to put his stamp on Liverpool. So how are the Reds shaping up under their new boss?
Ola Electric shares fall 5.4% after Q1, brokerages split between neutral and sell calls
Brokerages cautious, citing concerns around volumes, margins, competition and cash flow
UK defense chief urges allies to boost Ukraine air defense ahead of winter
British Defense Secretary Wes Streeting urged allies to boost air defense missile supplies for Ukraine ahead of winter, The Sunday Times reported on August 9.