Make public full report on Tabung Haji RCI reforms, recovery efforts, says Dr Zaliha
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — A full report on the implementation of the 25 recommendations of the Royal Commission of In...
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Indonesia haze forces schools to close as wildfires intensify amid severe dry season
MANY schools across Indonesia remained closed for a second day on Aug 11 as thick haze from raging wildfires disrupted daily life, while authorities stepped up efforts to contain fires amid an…
Maile warns Gauteng schools to brace for bitter cold snap
According to Gauteng Weather, the worst of the cold snap in the province is expected on Tuesday.
154km Mau Mau road project nears key milestone in Murang’a and Nyeri
Construction of the 154-kilometre Mau Mau Road Lot 2 project linking parts of Murang’a and Nyeri counties has reached another stage, with works on 38 kilometres progressing to the top upgrade layer.
EU clarifies reports on boycotting Nigeria’s 2027 elections
The European Union (EU) has rejected reports that it plans to boycott Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, saying the reports are inaccurate.
Dad gets maximum prison time for baby’s death as jail term appeal backfires
Court of Appeal nearly doubles the 25-year-old's 16-year jail term, saying a lengthy sentence will give him time to reflect on his crime.
10 police officers, 17 suspected bandits killed in Kebbi clash
Seventeen suspected bandits and 10 police officers were killed on Monday during a clash between security personnel and a large group of armed men moving from Zamfara State towards Kebbi State.
Africa: All of Africa Today - August 11, 2026
[allAfrica] Zambia Election Set for Closely Fought Opposition Battle
Philippines’ Marcos proposes US$118bil budget for 2027
Next year's proposed spending plan is equivalent to 21.7% of gross domestic product, said the Department of Budget and Management.
Man drowns while swimming in private dam in Machakos
A 20-year-old man drowned while swimming in a private dam in Nthangathini Village, Ndithini Sub-County, Machakos County. The incident was reported to police on Monday, August 10, 2026.
Singapore rolls out ride perks to steer tourists into neighbourhoods
SINGAPORE, Aug 11 — Visitors heading to Singapore over the next three months will be offered new transport perks a...
How can caste appellations exist in names of streets, roads in Tamil Nadu even in 2026, asks Madras High Court
Justice N. Ramesh raises the question after coming across ‘Pallar Street’ in an FIR registered by Sendhamangalam police in Namakkal district
Hot spell of weather until Friday with highs up to 29C
Ireland is in for another spell of hot weather this week with temperatures of up to 28C expected up to Friday.
Seven-year-old Indonesian boy found drowned after falling into river in Subang Jaya
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — A seven-year-old Indonesian boy who fell into a river while playing with friends near Matah...
The World War 2 link that decided August 15 as India's independence date — and the astrologer who tried to stop it
Britain had set June 1948 as its exit date. Mountbatten pulled it forward to a day that marked a wartime triumph, even as an astrologer warned of a curse.
Who is Kiel Baitinger-Peterson? Officer Named in Shooting of Corey Ruiz
Baitinger-Peterson, a white officer, fired the shots that killed Black man Corey Ruiz in Madison, Wisconsin, authorities said.
Russia sanctions bill introduced in US House of Representatives
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has introduced a bill on sanctions against Russia in the House of Representatives, which the Senate passed earlier this month.
Step-grandmother to be charged with murder of 16-month-old baby in Kota Tinggi
A 39-Year-Old step-grandmother is expected to be charged with the murder of her 16-month-old granddaughter in Kota Tinggi after a post-mortem found that the toddler died from blunt-force trauma to the…
Police deploy drones, ‘stealth cars’ as 10 drivers arrested for alleged street racing
Ten drivers have been arrested for allegedly taking part in illegal street races on a Hong Kong highway, with police deploying drones and unmarked high-performance vehicles to capture the suspects’…
‘Did a Chinese steal your job?’ US Congress panel faces discrimination backlash
A Republican-led congressional committee focused on US competition with China has issued a public call for American academics to come forward if they think they missed out on jobs in favour of…
6 Pattaya officials suspended for collecting unofficial fines from foreigners
Pattaya City suspended six officials yesterday, August 10, after witnesses reported that they collected fines from foreign tourists without issuing official documents.
Heatwave gripping Egypt to end by Sunday: Egyptian Meteorological Authority
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) anticipates the weather to improve starting Sunday, August 16, with temperatures dropping by up to six degrees Celsius, especially during the night and…
Police trainee officer arrested for cheating fellow trainees of over ₹7 lakh
An officer of Peroorkada police station said that the accused -- Sambhu R Krishnan -- was a trainee in the Special Armed Police.
China missile test deepens Pacific divide over growing militarization
Pacific Islands foreign ministers have been unable to agree on a collective statement condemning Beijing's missile test, despite individual leaders expressing alarm.
PN abaikan tanggungjawab kepada pendeposit TH, kata Syed Saddiq
Ahli Parlimen Muar itu berkata Parlimen tidak sepatutnya menghentikan tugas hanya kerana perdana menteri tidak sihat.
Harry Potter fans force ₹5,500 crore power cable to change route over Dobby shrine
A major electricity interconnection project linking Britain and Ireland has been rerouted after widespread opposition from Harry Potter fans.
Here’s how Aarto’s demerit system could affect company fleets and their drivers
The demerit-points phase of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences system takes effect on 1 September.
Ex-Deloitte IT manager remanded for stealing firm’s laptops to fund stock trading
A former Deloitte information technology (IT) manager has been remanded in custody pending sentence for stealing 423 laptops from the accounting firm’s Hong Kong office over 17 months to fund his…
UPDATED: Aviation Unions Ground Domestic Flights In Lagos, Abuja
Aviation unions, on Tuesday disrupted domestic flight operations in Lagos and Abuja, leaving passengers stranded at the affected airports.
Woman stabs husband dead 8 months after marriage
Abia State Police Command has arrested a woman identified as Mrs Sarah Innocent for allegedly stabbing her husband, Innocent dead during a misunderstanding.
Kasmuel predicts Ruto win, says opposition is unprepared for 2027
Political activist Kasmuel McOure has said President William Ruto is likely to secure a second term in the 2027 General Election.
Sick Hawks witness returns for Booysen cross-examination
Jerome Booysen is facing charges, including the killing of steroid smuggler Brian Wainstein.
Fix deadline for RCI reports to be tabled in Parliament, says Tuaran MP
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — The Commissions of Enquiry Act 1950 should be amended to set a deadline for Royal Commissio...
What happens when a baby is left in a box?
Inside South Africa's baby savers that government wants to get rid of.
President Zardari approves additional judges' appointments to high courts, ending weeks-long deadlock
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday gave his assent to the appointment of additional judges for the five high courts, along with confirmation of some as permanent judges, ending a weeks-long deadlock between the Presidency and the government over the judicial appointments.
2026 Australian Census: the key dates, rules and questions answered
When is Census night, who has to take part and can you be fined? Here’s what Australians need to know about the 2026 Census.
She is Russia’s richest woman. Her business empire is going up in flames.
After months of attacks on Russian oil refineries, Kyiv has now targeted at least 23 Wildberries facilities in an attempt to bring the war home for more Russians.
Seoul transforms night sky into tourist magnet
On a warm spring evening along the banks of the Han River, thousands of spectators held up their smartphones as 1,000 synchronized drones rose into the dark, forming the glowing, red-bladed silhouette…
Dapatan RCI TH perlu disusuli siasatan penguat kuasa, kata Armizan
Ahli Parlimen Papar berkata siasatan penting bagi menjernihkan pertikaian mengenai pengurusan Tabung Haji antara 2014 hingga 2020.
Kelantan opens 63 investigation papers into illegal mining, encroachment
KOTA BHARU, Aug 11 — A total of 63 investigation papers were opened in connection with encroachment and illegal mi...
Publish report on TH loss recovery efforts - Dr Zaliha
KUALA LUMPUR: The government should publish a report detailing efforts to recover losses suffered by Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) so Malaysians can track progress in restoring the institution, said Datuk…
Kyiv is less than one-third ready for winter as energy preparations continue
Kyiv has built about 60 megawatts of cogeneration capacity as of early August, out of 200 MW planned by the end of the year under the city's resilience measures, a city official said on Aug. 11.
Rights watchdog calls for ensuring education rights for 10-year-old asylum seeker in limbo at airport
SEOUL, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's state human rights watchdog urged the g...
'Sarpanch Challenge': CJP’s Abhijeet Dipke Launches Nationwide Drive To Transform Village Government Schools From August 15 | Video
New Delhi: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Monday announced a nationwide campaign to improve government schools in villages, calling on parents to conduct social audits of basic…
PN walkout over Tabung Haji debate a political misstep, says analyst
PERIKATAN Nasional’s (PN) decision to walk out of the special Dewan Rakyat sitting on the Tabung Haji (TH) Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report was a missed opportunity for the opposition bloc to…
12-year-old boy dies after falling into sewer pit in Nyali, Mombasa
A 12-year-old Grade Six pupil died after falling into a soft sewer pit in Nyali, Mombasa County, while returning home from tuition classes.
Hana Financial, veterans ministry join hands to improve national cemetery
Hana Financial Group signed an agreement with the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs to improve facilities at the country's national cemeteries, the company said Tuesday. The two sides signed a memorandum of understanding the previous day at the National Cemetery in Seoul's Dongjak District, with Hana Financial Group Chairman Ham…
Mount Nam's new garden offers guided walks into Seoul's quieter side
Amid the concrete expanse of Korea’s sprawling capital, Mount Nam has long served as a vital green refuge, crowned by its iconic broadcast tower and laced with shaded hiking trails.
Once aspiring journalist, rifle shooter hoping to pen memorable story at Asian Games
JINCHEON — Before she picked up competitive shooting in her second year in high school, Kwon Yuna had taken interest in journalism.
Calon bebas PRN N Sembilan mengaku tak salah buat hantaran jelik
Islah Wahyudi Zainudin didakwa memulakan penghantaran komunikasi jelik dipercayai berkaitan institusi diraja pada 14 Jan lalu.
New Flyover in Karachi to Open for Traffic Soon
Sindh Local Government Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah on Monday inspected several major infrastructure projects in Karachi, including Shahrah-e-Bhutto, the … Read More The post New Flyover in…
Yurii Husev, Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Azerbaijan
Russia's Influence in Azerbaijan Is Rapidly Declining