Ithaca bets on hometown hero Odysseus for tourism boom
ITHACA, Aug 10 —Standing on the ferry as it waits to dock on the Greek island of Ithaca, Giorgia Ongarato is only...
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Indonesia captures rogue monkey after two-week attack rampage that injured 18
The animal, an adult long-tailed macaque, wounded 18 residents of the town of Tembilahan, biting and clawing at its victims -- most of whom it targeted when they were alone.
Getting ready for the big sailing test
A handsome fleet will be heading offshore of Durban over the National Women’s Day long weekend for their KZN Regionals hosted by Point Yacht Club.
ActionSA raises concerns over racial and ethnic voting
Action SA leader Zwakele Mncwango criticises the trend of racial and ethnic voting in South Africa, arguing that it undermines democracy and calls for a shift towards more informed electoral choices.
Anwar sues Tuan Ibrahim for defamation over ceramah remarks
The prime minister is suing the PAS deputy president over claims he interfered in police probes and the royal institution in Negeri Sembilan.
Police identify goon hotspots ahead of 2027 polls
The National Police Service (NPS) says tackling goonism ahead of the 2027 General Election will require action beyond policing, with communities also expected to play a role in preventing violence.
Asylum seeker who groomed and raped girl, 13, jailed
Abdul Khan attacked the girl at a nature reserve after pretending to be 14 on Snapchat.
ELOG: Minimum election reforms key to guaranteeing credible 2027 polls
Election Observation Group (ELOG) has called for the implementation of minimum electoral reforms it says are necessary to guarantee a credible 2027 General Election, even as the Independent Electoral…
Oman moves to contain oil spill after tanker ran aground
The Oman Environment Authority on Monday said the ongoing spill had affected roughly 390 square km.
The PP communities will support the first meeting with Minister Rego about the minors from Ceuta despite Vox's rejection
El Senado, de mayoría absoluta popular, mantiene las comparecencias de varios miembros del Gobierno pese a su negativa a no acudir a la cita
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Connecticut’s state primary
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two veteran Democratic incumbents in Connecticut face strong challenges in a state primary on Tuesday. The contests take place as elements within the party look to redefine the…
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Vermont’s state primary
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vermont Democrats will try on Tuesday to do something they’ve been unable to do in five previous attempts: nominate a gubernatorial candidate who can beat Republican Gov. Phil Scott.
Taiwan representative in Japan boycotts Nagasaki anniversary ceremony over seating
Taiwan's top economic representative in Japan said he boycotted this year's memorial marking the 81st anniversary of the United States.
India: Anger over exam irregularities spreads to Jharkhand
Inspired by the Cockroach movement, young people in India's eastern state of Jharkhand are marching on the state assembly to demand transparency and a probe into alleged irregularities in civil…
'Sky school bus' cuts 3-hour canyon commute to 30 minutes in China's Yunnan
A pair of cliffside lifts known locally as the "sky school bus" has cut a gruelling three-hour journey to school in southwestern China to just 30 minutes.
Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US
Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US Tehran has described Iranians as “professional chess players” in their dealings with the US , as it insisted that…
Why information officer kept camera rolling even as he fled B.C. wildfire with family
When Erick Thompson decided he had to flee with his family as a wildfire roared towards Summerland, B.C., around 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, he also knew he had to keep filming.
Support Ruto or lose the DP seat, Kiraitu Murungi warns Mt Kenya
Former Meru governor and political veteran Kiraitu Murungi has warned the Mt Kenya Region to support President William Ruto’s re-election bid or lose the Deputy President seat, claiming Kithure…
European Championships: Irish schedule & results on Day 2
The European Athletics Championships and European Aquatics Championships are up and running, with Irish competitiors battling for further progression in Birmingham and Paris on Tuesday.
Earthquake: a 7.4 earthquake shakes Colombia
The movement has lasted around four minutes, after starting at 7:34 in the morning.
Seoul cautious about Ukraine's defense request amid claims more N. Korean troops being sent to Russia
SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Yonhap) -- The government maintained a cautious stance on Ukrain...
Police nab 56-year-old over alleged indian hemp distribution in Delta
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a 56-year-old man, Lucky Oyiboka, with 20 bags of illicit drugs suspected to be Indian hemp in the state.
Evacuees slowly learn of losses from B.C. wildfire that forced thousands to flee
Kyla Gaudiuso says she found out her home in Faulder, B.C., had been destroyed when she received a photo of the ridge where it once stood, completely engulfed in flames.
Nigel Farage says incident at his home 'directly linked' to Ann Widdecombe murder
Counter-terrorism police have reopened an inquiry into an incident at the Reform UK's leader's house.
'Where will I go?': Afghan refugees in Germany fear Taliban's diplomatic return
Roqia Saee thought she would be safe when she arrived in Germany with her two children in 2023, having fled her homeland a wanted woman.
Austria Says No to the Tajik Government
In Vienna, judges have now rejected four names from Dushanbe's 18-person extradition dossier.
Iran's president Bazeshkian reveals seven-hour meeting with Mojtaba Khamenei
Iranian President Masoud Bazeshkian says his seven-hour meeting with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei addressed key national issues and sensitive files.
Ghana earned $4.34 billion from 1.3 million tourist arrivals in 2025 – Tourism Minister
The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Dzifa Abla Gomashie, has disclosed that Ghana generated an estimated $4.34 billion from 1.3 million international tourist arrivals in 2025, as the…
Water gun festival amid heatwave in Seoul
Dubai: People in Seoul took part in a lively water gun festival as an ongoing heatwave pushed temperatures higher across the South Korean capital.
Israeli media eye Rebeca Grynspan's Jewish identity as she emerges as UN chief frontrunner
Israeli media eye Rebeca Grynspan's Jewish identity as she emerges as UN chief frontrunner Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Sun, 08/09/2026 - 18:16 The Costa Rican diplomat has emerged as an early…
59.3% of Ghanaian households have access to improved toilets – Ministry of Local Gov’t
Only 59.3% of households in Ghana have access to improved toilet facilities, highlighting persistent gaps in sanitation despite progress in other areas of water and sanitation delivery.
Court proceedings: Russia election: opposition party fights against exclusion
With criticism of Russia's war against Ukraine, the liberal opposition party Yabloko wants to score points in the parliamentary election.
Zelensky in Belgrade: Vučić Refused to Let Serbia Foot Putin’s Bill
Serbia has traditionally been one of Moscow’s staunchest allies. Vučić knew exactly what that would cost him at home. Receiving Zelensky in Belgrade showed that Serbia understands where it must stand.
Rather than capitulating to the US, Iran toughens its demands over the vital Strait of Hormuz
The list of demands from Iran can’t have surprised the White House. Hardliners have been repeating the mantra on a daily basis: the limited agreement in the works with Oman on the Strait of Hormuz is not the same as reopening the vital waterway in the way Washington wants.
Bishop urges Nigerians to shun vengeance, embrace forgiveness
Catholic Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama urges Nigerians to embrace forgiveness, reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence for national development.
Accused Thai school shooter had watched violent content online, police say
Reuters — The Thai teen behind a deadly school shooting outside Bangkok had an air gun confiscated by a teacher last year and had watched violent content online, police said on Sunday, as the…
Battle for Mali base has killed dozens of militants, army says
The army says it was involved in fierce fighting but disputes that Islamists took control of the garrison.
KCAA grants licences to 32 air operators for various routes
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has granted various air service licenses to 32 airlines out of 34 which had made applications earlier this year. Tanzanian Air Services Limited which operates Tanzanair has been granted a two year licenses to operate international non-scheduled air service for passenger, cargo and mail between…
Vox will vote in favor of Sumar's proposal to exclude Morocco from the organization of the 2030 World Cup together with Spain and Portugal
La Proposición No de Ley se votará en el inicio del nuevo curso político
Amazon is building a Texas gas plant that could become the U.S.'s biggest climate polluter
The planned facility in Pecos County would be permitted to release 33 million tons of CO2 per year, more than any other U.S. power plant
Syria agrees deal with Russia over future use of two 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 as military outposts for Moscow, Syria’s…
China challenges Western ‘tribute system’ theory in push to control its narrative power
Beijing is stepping up efforts to challenge the Western concept of the “tribute system”, arguing that foreign frameworks distort ancient Chinese diplomacy and misrepresent the country’s contemporary…
No technical option currently exists to lay heating main under Teremky street in Kyiv - Panteleev
Building a heating main branch under Teremkivska Street in the capital’s Holosiivskyi district is technically impossible, and the city cut down trees there due to critical necessity, acting First…
- No technical option to lay heating main under Teremky street in Kyiv.
- Existing networks (sewage, water, power) block alternative corridors.
- First deputy head Petro Panteleev confirms feasibility study findings.
New York trial of man accused of killing daughter enters fourth week
The trial of a man accused of killing his nine-year-old daughter last summer during a trip to New York is entering its fourth week.
Is free movement in Europe threatened by Ceuta crisis?
An escalating row between Italy and Spain over the Ceuta crisis has threatened to derail freedom of movement within the European Union. The arrival of tens of thousands of migrants to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, in North Africa, at the end of July has resulted in Italy and Spain reintroducing border checks for travellers between the two…
The China-Russia-North Korea Authoritarian Axis Looms Over Wars in Ukraine and Iran
Taiwan and other Indo-Pacific targets could be next.
16 Bangladeshis killed factory fire in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: Sixteen Bangladeshi workers have been killed in a fire at a sofa manufacturing facility in Riyadh, prompting Bangladesh to seek the swift repatriation of their bodies and compensation for their families. The fire broke out on Sunday at a facility used for furniture upholstery in the Saudi capital.
Border Guards seize 80.6 kg of khat, 31,500 tablets in Asir, Jazan operations
JAZAN/ASIR — Border Guard patrols arrested two border security violators in separate anti-drug operations in Asir and Jazan, while also thwarting a smuggling attempt in Jazan, seizing 80 kilograms and…
Alleged rebel leader killed in Colombia as president targets armed groups
The military operation against Hernando Forero Mosquera was carried out just days after Colombia's new president was sworn in.
What's happening with border checks between Italy and Spain?
With border checks now in place both ways for people travelling between Italy and Spain, who exactly are they being applied to and what happens next?
BREAKING: Osun Election: Police Break Into Governor Adeleke’s Media Aide’s Home At 1am, Arrest Him
BREAKING: Osun Election: Police Break Into Governor Adeleke’s Media Aide’s Home At 1am, Arrest Him A voice note obtained by SaharaReporters captured the moment the policemen invaded the residence.
Broad-Based Government is committed to uniting Kenyans, says Ruto
President William Ruto and Orange Democratic Movement Party leader Oburu Oginga are currently chairing a Broad-Based Coalition leaders’ meeting in Naivasha, Nakuru County.
OSP reveals Ken Ofori-Atta’s trial will resume on August 27
The trial of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta is expected to resume on Thursday, August 27, 2026, following a Supreme Court ruling upholding the constitutional validity of the Office of the…
KUMACA@70: Ashanti Regional Minister warns students against mob justice as REGSEC probes Obuasi SHTS unrest
The Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has launched investigations into violent disturbances at Obuasi Senior High Technical School on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
3rd phase of AJK elections: Polling concludes in Poonch Division's Bagh, Haveli districts
Polls in four constituencies of Poonch Division’s Bagh and Haveli districts concluded on Monday as part of the third phase of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) elections.