Merdeka and the courage of conviction — Vasanthi Ramachandran
AUGUST 11 — The most meaningful way to honour this Merdeka Day is to have the courage to speak truthfully, to ques...
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IMD flags flood risk as heavy rain to continue across India
Rainfall likely to remain widespread across central, eastern and northeastern India through 17 August, with very heavy rain forecast in parts of Rajasthan, Odisha and the Western Himalayas
UAE donates US$1m relief items to support Ghana’s June 29 flood victims
The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has donated relief items valued at US$1 million to the Government of Ghana to support communities affected by the devastating floods of June 29.
Gaza children win legal battle to move to UK with grandfather after parents killed
A Palestinian grandfather and his three grandchildren have won a legal battle in their bid to live in the UK after the children’s parents were killed in an Israeli air strike on Gaza. The 62-year-old and the three boys aged 12, 15 and 17 applied to move to the UK to live with his other daughter and her husband, who are themselves refugees…
Old allies, new equation? Why SAD and BJP may join hands for Punjab polls
Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini has categorically denied any prospective alliance with Shiromani Akali Dal for 2027 Punjab assembly elections.
Mbadi explains fate of 8% fuel VAT beyond October
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has said the government will assess global oil market conditions before deciding whether to extend the reduced 8 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum…
Palghar: 19-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Kidnapped, Gang-Raped By 6 Men; 1 Arrested
A 19-year-old woman was allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped by six men while she was standing by the roadside with a friend in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, police said.
Mudavadi, Wetang’ula move to check Sifuna’s political influence in Western
They dismiss Sifuna’s presidential bid saying presidency requires years of political experience.
K-pop influencer Mina Chan dies during TikTok livestream after facing backlash from fans
Mina Chan's younger sister confirmed her death on Instagram.
Hassan Karim sokong titah Agong siasat laporan RCI TH ‘hingga lubang cacing’
Ahli Parlimen Pasir Gudang turut gesa peguam negara, pihak pendakwaan dan AGC ambil tindakan tegas terhadap pihak bertanggungjawab atas kerugian kira-kira RM10 bilion.
Symbolic Concessions, No Implementation: Myanmar’s Promises of Rohingya Repatriation
Myanmar’s latest pledge to repatriate 300,000 Rohingya refugees cannot be viewed as a credible commitment. It’s yet another iteration of a well-established diplomatic pattern.
Gachagua asks govt to suspend housing levy to increase workers’ take-home salary
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the government to cushion Kenyans from heavy deductions on their salaries, urging President William Ruto to suspend the Affordable Housing Levy…
Nearly Two-Thirds of Texans Can’t Afford a Typical Home After Insurance Costs
Tens of thousands could be priced out of buying a home in the state by a single year of rising homeowners insurance premiums.
Syria sentences former ruler Assad to death in absentia over atrocities
Six former military security officials, including the Fourth Division chief sentenced, with only Atif Najib present in the dock, showing no remorse.
Russia’s Syrian foothold shrinks to a training center as Damascus takes back the airport and a berth
Under a memorandum signed on 9 August 2026, Russia will transfer civilian facilities to Syrian state control and turn its military bases into joint training centers.
Korea, US army chiefs discuss strengthening combined defense posture
Korea's Army chief on Tuesday met with his U.S. counterpart to discuss ways to strengthen the countries' combined defense posture and expand military exchanges between the armed forces, officials…
Trump Media reports first sales for early access to president's posts
WASHINGTON — The parent company of U.S. President Donald Trump's Truth Social platform said Tuesday it has signed up clients willing to pay for early access to Trump's posts.
8 Chinese fishing boats captured off S. Korea's west coast for illegal anchoring
The Coast Guard has seized eight Chinese fishing boats in waters off South Korea's west coast for anchoring in the area for an extended period without permission, officials said Tuesday.
Koretsky: government to speed up fulfillment of obligations under Ukraine Facility
Prime Minister of Ukraine Serhiy Koretsky has instructed to accelerate work toward fulfilling obligations under the Ukraine Facility.
Six months after Philippi mass murder, state asks for time to investigate
Two suspects appeared in the Athlone Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday
Jellyfish force shutdown of 3 reactors at French nuclear power plant
A nuclear plant in northern France shut down three reactors after a swarm of jellyfish clogged pumps used to cool the units, energy group EDF said on Tuesday.
Lawmakers call for new RCI into Tabung Haji management from 2021 to 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional (BN) and Pakatan Harapan (PH) lawmakers have called on the government to establish a new Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate the management and operations…
Spain expresses solidarity with Colombia as rescuers search for earthquake survivors
Spain has expressed its support and solidarity with Colombia following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on Monday, killing at least 132 people and injuring more than 500.
Eastern Cape honours Sarah Baartman’s legacy
The campaign seeks to remember the past while delivering the future
Pune conversion case: UK-based OCI holder booked under new Maharashtra law
Pune Police registered an FIR against a UK OCI cardholder for alleged religious conversion attempts. The accused allegedly spoke about Jesus and made statements about Hindu deities.
Lawyers can seek accommodation, but cannot declare court boycott — Deputy Attorney-General
Lawyers who are unable to attend court during the legal vacation should seek an accommodation from the judge rather than unilaterally declare that they will not participate in proceedings, Deputy…
Want To Stop the Rise of Socialism? Then Fix Trillionaire Capitalism | Opinion
Extreme inequality has turned the mega-rich into public enemies. We have to face the threat that poses to us and our prosperity.
Crossing The Line | Alicia English: From dormitory township to community
Alicia English reflects on 50 years of Mitchells Plain, in this week's episode of Crossing The Line with Ryland Fisher.
Barcelona steps up talks with Manchester City for Rodri amid fee dispute
Barcelona intensifies negotiations with Manchester City to sign Rodri, as both clubs seek a swift agreement despite disagreements over the transfer fee.
Karnataka KSET 2026 Registration Begins For Assistant Professor Eligibility Test At kearecruitment.karnataka.gov.in; Exam On October 11
Karnataka KSET 2026 Registration: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has started the online registration process for the Karnataka State Eligibility Test (KSET) 2026, conducted for candidates…
Gachagua claims officers linked to Victoria Mutiso killing released, moved to Uganda
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11-Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that two police officers linked to the killing of Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso were arrested and subsequently released on the…
Trump escaped an Iranian assassination threat in a very unusual way last month in Turkey
President Donald Trump secretly flew out of last month’s NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on an alternate military aircraft while the White House made it appear that the Republican president was flying…
Israeli settler who took part in brutal assault on Palestinians released from house arrest
Israeli settler who took part in brutal assault on Palestinians released from house arrest Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 08/11/2026 - 13:05 During the March attack, six settlers bound Palestinians of…
Strike on ship in Red Sea off Yemen coast kills 2
British maritime security company Vanguard reported the incident on Tuesday, the latest in a series of incidents in the contested waterway.
Retired firefighter suffered brain injury after eating oysters at steakhouse: Lawsuit
A man remains hospitalized more than a year after suffering catastrophic health complications that his attorneys allege were caused by contaminated raw oysters.
Enugu Air reschedules Abuja flights following airport union blockade
Enugu Air reschedules Abuja flights due to an ongoing union blockade at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Stay updated on flight status and rebooking o Read More…
Afternoon recap: Trump secretly flown amid Iran threat, Adeleke defends dancing, other top stories
Catch up on today’s top stories in our afternoon recap, featuring reports on Trump’s secret flight, Adeleke’s dancing defense, and Air Peace disruptions.
From dancing to Oyetola rivalry: Everything Adeleke said at Osun governorship town hall
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke defended his administration’s performance and criticised Adegboyega Oyetola at an Osun governorship town hall meeting.
Prai residents in Penang welcome Immigration raid at flat
BUTTERWORTH: Residents of Flat Taman Teluk Indah in Prai welcomed an Immigration Department raid following complaints about foreigners allegedly involved in prostitution at the residential area.
Safaricom explains process of reserving custom phone numbers
Safaricom has detailed how customers can reserve custom mobile phone numbers after a query on X sparked widespread interest in personalised and easy-to-remember phone lines.
- Safaricom explains custom number reservation process after user inquiry on X.
- Reservation fee for premium numbers is Ksh5,000.
- Customers can reserve numbers at Safaricom shops or via official website.
Defence to continue probing psychiatric care in Lindsay Clancy trial
After the killings, Lindsay Clancy attempted to take her own life by jumping from a second-storey window. Check live updates here.
Albares guarantees the integrity of Schengen and ensures that no migrants have reached the Peninsula
The Foreign Minister has stated that “until the last person who has irregularly entered Spain returns to Morocco”, as that is the “express will” of Rabat.
Priscilla Ojo claps back at Tanzanians telling her to ‘free Juma Jux’ over his slim look
Nigerian influencer and entrepreneur Priscilla Ojo has responded to social media users who have been urging her to “free Juma Jux” following concerns about the Tanzanian singer’s slimmer appearance.
Saudi Arabia condemns Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over occupied Golan Heights
Saudi Arabia has condemned Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, calling the move a violation of international law.
AFU medics present military medicine experience at US military healthcare symposium
Ukrainian military medics presented the combat experience of the AFU to representatives of about 36 countries of the world at the International Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS-2026)…
DAISO Japan: Your one-stop back-to-school shop with 5,000+ essentials starting from Dh3
Back-to-school shopping just got easier, more exciting and more affordable. DAISO Japan is welcoming the new school season with one of the biggest Back-to-School collections, bringing together more than 5,000 school essentials under one roof, with prices starting from just Dh3.00.
Pakistan says US, Iran close to some arrangement: report
Pakistan on Tuesday indicated that the US and Iran were close to reaching an arrangement that could ease tensions which have embroiled energy markets. “Things are shaping up again in favour of a peace arrangement or a deal,” Defence minister Khawaja Asif told Bloomberg News on Tuesday.
Lim Tean deported to S’pore after arrest in Johor over failing to surrender for jail term
Lim Tean, a lawyer and opposition politician, was arrested by the Royal Malaysia Police on Aug 6.
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Arrest Kidnap Commander, Recover $1000, Weapons
[Premium Times] An official said the suspect was arrested during "a coordinated intelligence-led operation" in the forest located in Gariki General Area of Enugu State.
Trump tries new line of attack on Democrats, calling them ‘jihadists’
President Donald Trump said Monday that “jihadists” are being elected “all over the place” — trying a new, incendiary line of attack against Democrats with the midterm election just three months away.
Dubai announces three-day public holiday for Prophet Mohammed's Birthday
Dubai has announced Friday, August 28, an official holiday for government entities to mark the birthday of the Prophet Mohammed, with work resuming on Monday, August 31.
Ryanair aircraft tyres burst during 2024 Milan landing
All four tyres on the main landing gear of a Ryanair aircraft burst on touchdown at an Italian airport in October 2024, according to a safety investigation.
SPRM bongkar sindiket import ayam sejuk beku tak sah di Sabah
Sindiket berkenaan disyaki rasuah pegawai pihak berkuasa supaya tidak melalui proses pemeriksaan yang ditetapkan.
Zuckerberg Under Fire After His Superyacht Declined to Help a Vessel in Distress
"There was near unanimous booing when the captain announced this." The post Zuckerberg Under Fire After His Superyacht Declined to Help a Vessel in Distress appeared first on Futurism .