Sick and denied rest, detainees beaten in North Korean heat wave
North Korean labor training camp detainees are collapsing from dehydration during outdoor work in the ongoing heat wave, receiving neither proper medical treatment nor rest.
Continued
Russia’s education minister calls it “objective.” A new textbook teaches Ukrainian children that their occupied region is historically Russian
Two new textbooks, compulsory from 1 September for grades 5–7, recast Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson Oblasts as Russian soil.
GAUA strike: KNUST administration offices opened but essential IT services hampered
Administrative offices at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology remained open while other essential services like IT have been disrupted as the industrial action by the Ghana…
New truce? Opposition leaders convene for talks days after public spat
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hailed People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua for bringing together leaders of the United Opposition amid a recent fallout between his…
Congress Targets Putin’s Oil Lifeline With Tough New Sanctions
The US House of Representatives moved to advance a sweeping Russia and Iran sanctions package on August 10, just days after the Senate approved it by an overwhelming 86-11 vote, opening the next phase…
On this day in space! Aug. 11, 1960: 1st object successfully recovered from orbit
President Eisenhower inspects the Discoverer 13 capsule after its return to Earth.
Kano NSCDC nabs suspect linked to motorcycle theft syndicate
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, have arrested a 45-year-old suspected accomplice in a motorcycle theft syndicate.
GAUA strike: KNUST administration offices open but essential IT services hampered
Administrative offices at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) remain open, while some essential services, including IT, have been disrupted as the industrial action by the…
Suriname Moves to Evict Mennonite Settlers From Its Rainforest Interior
Suriname · Environment Key Facts Action President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons announced a crackdown on 4 August 2026 against Mennonite-linked settlers and other illegal land occupiers in Suriname’s…
‘Kisan Bachao Padyatra’ from August 16 to Delhi to press for farmers’ demands
Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) National Co-convener Kurubur Shanthakumar said that the padayatra will be led by Jagjit Singh Dallewal; demands include legal guarantee for MSP for farm produce
Saudi Arabia condemns Colombia’s recognition of Israel’s sovereignty over Occupied Syrian Golan Heights
RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s condemnation and denunciation of the Colombian government’s recognition of Israel’s sovereignty over the occupied Syrian Golan…
California’s Big Sur sees evacuation orders as Timber fire grows
Evacuations include famed tourist destinations as blaze grew to over 1,700 acres by Monday Evacuations have been ordered for areas along California’s famous Big Sur coast as a wildfire burns in the nearby steep, rugged mountains.
Osun Election: I’m incoming governor – APC candidate Oyebamiji
The All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate in Osun State, Munirudeen Oyebamiji, on Tuesady declared himself as the incoming governor of the state.
Peru’s Government Rules Out Pardons for Toledo and Castillo
Peru · Politics Key Facts Aug 3, 2026 President Keiko Fujimori said Alejandro Toledo’s humanitarian pardon request would be evaluated on technical, medical and humanitarian grounds.
Man charged after bomb threat made against U.S. Consulate in Halifax
An evacuation order was issued for several streets in downtown Halifax after police located a vehicle they said contained a propane tank and flammable liquid.
BREAKING: MMA1 arrival section reopens as stranded Air Peace passengers enter terminal
The arrivals section of the General Aviation Terminal (GAT), also known as MMA1 Lagos, has been reopened to passengers after remaining closed since morning amid the ongoing industrial action by…
At least 12 dead as loader rickshaw carrying wedding procession falls into canal in Kot Addu
LAHORE: As many as 12 people, including six minors, were found dead after a speeding loader rickshaw carrying 24 people fell into the Muzaffargarh Canal on Monday night after attending a marriage…
The Political Power of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Egg Freezing
“The thing that will always stay with me,” former California Rep. Katie Porter said of her harrowing experience hiding with then-colleague Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during the January 6 attack on the…
- Ocasio-Cortez freezes eggs to gain control over her life.
- Decision reflects broader issue of women's reproductive health.
- Praise for normalizing conversations around fertility.
Konovalets' Rotterdam burial site to be memorialized, monument to come to Ukraine – UINP head
The monument from the grave of Yevhen Konovalets, Colonel of the Army of the Ukrainian People’s Republic (UNR) and first head of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN), in Rotterdam…
Edwin Díaz Posts First Clean Outing Of Month
The Los Angeles Dodgers' bullpen has been a disaster this year
Gulf stocks fall on fading prospects of US-Iran deal
Gulf stock markets closed lower on Tuesday as optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran agreement faded, reducing hopes for an end to the conflict and the full restoration of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Sentiment weakened after U.S. President Donald Trump demanded compensation for U.S.
HC rules in the favour of Janhvi, orders removal of obscene content from 5000 pages
The Delhi High Court has ordered removal of some online content targeting Janhvi Kapoor. The court clarified that personality rights cannot be broadly applied to restrict expression. It asked Kapoor's lawyers to narrow down unlawful content claims for action.
S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher as investors weigh report of fresh US-Iran peace deal
[NEW YORK] The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq opened higher on Tuesday (Aug 11) as investors welcomed a report suggesting the US...
Warriors to open 2026-27 season against Luka Doncic, Lakers
The Warriors will tip-off the 2026-27 season against Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers on Oct. 21.
Air India Phuket-Delhi pilot’s initial test results return positive for ‘marijuana’ a week after mishap: Report
The pilot-in-command tested positive for psychoactive substances during the post-flight screening in Delhi.
No policy to impose Arabic on Ghanaian students — Education Ministry clarifies
The Ministry of Education has dismissed claims that it is seeking to make Arabic a compulsory subject in Ghanaian schools, describing the reports as unfounded.
Non-resident foreigners to be charged at Argentine public hospitals
Foreign nationals with permanent residency in Argentina are not affected by the new regulation, provided their immigration status is up-to-date La entrada Non-resident foreigners to be charged at…
Prof Bokpin laments poor road network, calls for emergency action on Accra-Kumasi highway
Financial economist Professor Godfred Bokpin has expressed concern over the deteriorating state of roads in the country, questioning successive governments' ability to maintain infrastructure despite…
Centralised resource control fuels insecurity, underdevelopment – Gov Diri
Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, on Tuesday, launched a scathing attack on the Federal Government’s centralised control of Nigeria’s natural resources, accusing Abuja of operating a system that has…
Trump secretly switched planes over Iran threat - reports
US President Donald Trump took a secret military flight from Turkey last month in an operation that involved him being moved between aircraft in a catering truck, an extraordinary deception prompted…
27-year-old man arrested for defiling teenager in Ondo
Ondo State Police have arrested Solomon Onaola, 27, for allegedly defiling a 15-year-old girl. Investigations are ongoing in this Ondo defilement case.
Democrats and Republicans Want Higher SNAP Benefits as Grocery Bills Rise
Majorities of voters from both parties support higher SNAP benefits for people living alone, a new survey has found.
I paid over N80bn inherited pension debt, delivered beyond expectations — Adeleke
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke reveals his administration paid over N80bn inherited pension debt and delivered beyond expectations.
Speeding BMW runs over woman in Delhi, villagers block road near T-3 terminal
A 48-year-old house help was killed by a speeding BMW car in Delhi. The driver, identified as Deepak, was apprehended by police officials after the incident.
Colombia’s Infrastructure Chamber Warns of Stalled Projects, Not Money
Colombia · Infrastructure Key Facts Airport projects 14 regional airport projects are planned in Colombia. Active contracts Only 6 of those 14 projects have live contracts in place.
"Bufdi" deployment for others: Voluntary service brings bonus points for pension
As part of voluntary service, young people not only gain valuable experience, but can also increase their future pension. And this without having to make any contributions themselves.
At Least 14 artisanal miners killed, 8 injured in collapse at illicit mine in South Africa
Three of the miners injured in the collapse were released from a hospital and placed under arrest on suspicion of illegal mining.
Zelensky visits Serbia for first time as president, giving Vučić chance to signal openness to Europe, analyst says
This past weekend, Volodymyr Zelensky visited Serbia for the first time as Ukraine’s president, a role he assumed in 2019.
North Korean remote IT staffer worked for US government agency, says FBI
The investigation shows that North Koreans are able to infiltrate government agencies, as well as private organizations and crypto exchanges.
Houthi attacks in Yemen threaten new shipping crisis in Red Sea as Iran digs in on Hormuz demands
Renewed Yemen violence and Tehran's refusal to reopen Hormuz raise war fears, as a Syrian court also sentenced Assad to death.
How Does Purbaya Respond to Destry's BI Governor Nomination?
Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa backs Destry Damayanti as the sole Bank Indonesia governor candidate, citing her experience and strong working relationship.
IAEA to remove nuclear material from secret Syrian site after US-brokered deal: Report
The agreement concerns a secret facility known as “Site 99,” where material connected to the nuclear programme of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government was reportedly stored.
Gachagua: Ruto regime ‘steals’ Sh2.08mn every minute, Sh125mn every hour
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11-Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto’s administration of presiding over a growing cost-of-living crisis, alleging that the government…
Key issues in Zambia's 2026 general election
Economic recovery, youth turnout, women's representation and judicial independence are among the issues shaping Zambia's vote on Thursday.
Trump secretly swapped planes from Air Force One to small jet via a catering truck to dodge Iran assassination threat
Trump boarded a decoy plane to leave the NATO summit while reporters believed they were traveling with him, the Washington Post reported, citing U.S. officials.
Minister Puente explains his criticism of the King over his photo with Javier Negre in Colombia: “His image is compromised. It’s unacceptable”
El PP sale en tromba contra la actitud del titular de la cartera del Ministerio de Transportes y Vox, mientras tanto, guarda silencio
Lindsay Clancy trial LIVE updates: Defence grills nurse who prescribed cocktail of psychiatric drugs before killings
Lindsay Clancy trial LIVE: The defence sharply questioned a nurse practitioner who prescribed Lindsay Clancy a combination of psychiatric medications in the months before the Massachusetts mother…
75% of ride-hailing drivers use fake licences — DVLA
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) says 75% of drivers operating on ride-hailing platforms in Ghana have fake driving licences.
Govt hits back at Gachagua’s ‘lost cause’ claim, cites Hustler Fund uptake in Nyeri
The State Department said Tuesday that 420,000 Kenyans in Nyeri County have acces the Fund borrowing a cumulative Sh1.88 billion.
Pmb informal settlement fire victims battle freezing cold
More than 600 people are battling to survive the winter cold at the Jika Joe informal settlement.
UAE PM Gets Nawaz Sharif-Like Treatment in London
Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was confronted by a Sudanese man while walking … Read More The post UAE PM Gets Nawaz Sharif-Like Treatment in London appeared…
2 Indonesian women among 128 migrants detained in Kelantan
KUALA KRAI: Two Indonesian women working alongside their husbands at a construction site were among 128 undocumented migrants detained during an integrated Immigration enforcement operation in…
Police intercept 118 bags of cocoa bound for Togo, arrest four
By Joyce Kantam Kolamong The North East Regional Police Command has arrested four persons and intercepted 118 bags of cocoa beans weighing 11,800 kilogrammes at Bunkpurugu.
(2nd LD) Fire at chemical warehouse in Pyeongtaek fully extinguished
PYEONGTAEK, South Korea, Aug. 11 (Yonhap) -- A massive blaze at a chemical wareh...
Zaporizhzhia NPP rapidly losing capacity for recovery – expert
The situation at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant remains extremely difficult and unpredictable, with the facility gradually losing its ability to recover due to prolonged maintenance problems.
Restroom controversy: Should fathers bring young daughters into the ladies’ restroom? Netizens share their thoughts
On Reddit, a netizen asked: "Will you be able to accept a father bringing his young daughter to use the ladies toilet?" This article ( Restroom controversy: Should fathers bring young daughters into the ladies’ restroom? Netizens share their thoughts ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
US to Make Online Filing Mandatory for Immigration Applications
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is moving toward mandatory online filing for certain immigration applications and petitions under … Read More The post US to Make Online Filing Mandatory for Immigration Applications appeared first on ProPakistani .