A MOTHER’S CAMPAIGN: Grieving mom wins Gqeberha road safety battle two years after fatal crash
A mother’s two-year campaign has finally delivered traffic-calming measures at the site where her son died in Walmer in Gqeberha.
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SA’s vanished R1.377-trillion — the cost of compliance without delivery
Every year, billions of rands intended for clinics, roads and clean water vanish into a black hole of administrative compliance that delivers zero actual value to South African citizens.
- South African government lost R1.377 trillion in five years due to wasteful spending
- R31.84-billion to R35-billion classified as fruitless and wasteful expenditure
- Front-end and back-end failures cause money to disappear in government financial process
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Mchunu violated protocol to share confidential report with Idac, inquiry hears
Sidelined police minister Senzo Mchunu has been accused of being a part of efforts to derail criminal investigations into cartels that had infiltrated the criminal justice system.
Mumbai Crime: Former Police Informer Arrested For Alleged ₹1 Crore Burglary At Actress Lopamudra Raut’s Santacruz Flat
Mumbai, August 11, 2026: A 26-year-old burglar, who once worked as a police informer and helped the Gamdevi police crack a house-theft case in 2021, has been arrested for allegedly stealing cash and…
Court remands 2 for allegedly vandalizing bridge in Kano
A Kano Magistrate’s Court has remanded two men in prison custody over the alleged demolition of a bridge and theft of its materials in Danjirima, Kumbotso Local Government Area of the state.
Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president
Hungary’s parliament has elected András Baka, 73, a respected judge and former head of the Supreme Court, as head of state.
- 73-year-old András Baka elected as Hungary's new president.
- Baka served 17 years as a judge at European Court of Human Rights.
- Baka opposes term limit on MPs, emphasizes democracy and rule of law.
Tinubu, Shettima not elected by Muslims alone, Northern Christian chair slams cleric
Northern Christian Association chair, Rev. Joseph Hayab, slams cleric’s comments, stating Tinubu and Shettima were not elected by Muslims alone.
Mumbai Crime: Bandra Police Detain 3 Men In Road-Rage Assault On Fitness Trainer, Others Still At Large
Mumbai, August 11, 2026: A day after three men allegedly assaulted renowned fitness trainer and strategist Arjunjit Garewal, 39, in a road-rage incident in Bandra, the Bandra police detained the trio…
Gatundu South MP Kagombe quits UDA over unfulfilled Ruto promises
Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has announced his decision to leave the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing President William Ruto’s administration of failing to honour key campaign promises…
Trump's secret plane switch sparks debate over missile 'decoy' passengers
Ethical questions are raised over a US Secret Service ruse that used a plane full of journalists as a possible "decoy" in response to an alleged Iranian threat to shoot Air Force One out of the sky.
Maharashtra To Fast-Track Cyclone Nisarg Rehabilitation In Raigad; Revised Disaster Rehabilitation Policy To Offer 500 Sq Ft Plots And Civic Amenities
Mumbai, August 11, 2026: The Maharashtra government will expedite the long-pending rehabilitation of families affected by Cyclone Nisarg in Raigad district, while the process of framing a revised…
Groups seek broader strategy to tackle terrorism, banditry
Human rights and police groups advocate for a comprehensive, whole-of-society strategy to tackle terrorism and banditry in Northern Nigeria, beyond militar Read More…
How to Help Those Impacted by the Earthquakes in Colombia (Updated)
The seismic event reached the highest magnitude recorded in Colombia in the 21st century.
Man accused of setting VPD officer on fire pleads guilty
Jordan Mutual, 41, was scheduled to stand trial in Vancouver provincial court Monday on two separate counts of assaulting a peace officer.
Tucker Carlson says Israel pushed him to report false allegations against Hunter Biden
Tucker Carlson says Israel pushed him to report false allegations against Hunter Biden Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 08/11/2026 - 20:30 Former US president's son says a 'Netanyahu operation centre'…
PSC defends pension transition, rejects discrimination claims by retirees
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has defended the transition from the old Defined Benefits pension scheme to the contributory Public Service Superannuation Scheme (PSSS), rejecting claims that the…
THE LAW 101: Tempus Non Currit – Why the sacred silence of the Legal Vacation protects justice (Part I)
If you are an active courtroom practitioner attending court almost daily without the luxury of leave, you will know that the legal vacation is not an indulgence; it is an institutional necessity.
Samastha madrasa count rises to 11,134
The newly recognised madrasas are in Bengaluru, Kasaragod, Malappuram, Palakkad, Dindigul, and Tirunelveli
France hits unsolicited telemarketers with $87,000 fine per call, following similar provisions in other European nations
The Netherlands, Germany and other countries have employed policies to restrict unsolicited telemarketers for years.
ASUU declares indefinite strike in Abia State University
The Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU, Abia State University, Uturu branch , has declared an indefinite strike in the institution.
Microfinance scam probe: HC orders appearance of SIT head
Judge expresses grave dissatisfaction over report on progress of investigation
Russia frees ex-US Marine Robert Gilman after family warned he was ‘on the verge of death’
Putin grants Gilman humanitarian pardon after more than four years in Russian custody; Trump says no prisoner exchange took place and shares a photo of the visibly thin former Marine flying home with…
Arise News Town Hall: APC’s Oyebamiji Pledges to Revamp Agriculture, Education, Health Sectors
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the August 15 Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has pledged to prioritise agriculture…
World News Today Live Updates on August 12, 2026 : US helicopter fires missiles at Panama-flagged ship attempting to evade blockade
World News Today Live Updates on August 12, 2026: Stay informed on global events with our in-depth world news coverage, bringing you the latest developments across politics, economy, and culture.
US military says it has fired on ship in Gulf of Oman to enforce blockade of Iranian ports
A US helicopter on Tuesday fired missiles into the engine room of a Panama-flagged cargo ship that attempted to break the American blockade of Iran’s ports, the United States military said. The US Navy MH-60 helicopter fired on and disabled the M/V Vela Nova “after the ship’s civilian crew ignored repeated warnings from American forces”…
Colombia throws itself into the rescue of earthquake survivors: “Don’t waste your time here, the only sign of life is on the other side”
El sismo de magnitud 7,4 deja más de dos centenares de muertos en un país que lanza un despliegue urgente de bomberos, militares y vecinos
Oil disruptions from Iran war to continue through next year, US says
The US anticipates oil disruptions from the Iran war to reach 600,000 barrels per day until the end of next year as conflict in the Strait of Hormuz constrains supplies.
God does not take campaign instructions
There is a dangerous difference between faith and arrogance, between prophecy and political theatre, and between spiritual conviction and the reckless assumption that one has been handed the keys to…
Sharjah studies plan to flatten Al Aween Mountain summit for new Khorfakkan residential area
Sharjah is studying plans to level the summit of Al Aween Mountain for a new residential area, as Khorfakkan's administrative division is completed
Cincinnati: Tornado sirens ring out amid fresh flash flood warnings; CVG Airport shut- videos
Tornado-warned storms hit Cincinnati, triggering sirens and flash flood warnings. Heavy rain caused poor visibility, while CVG airport issued shelter-in-place.
Wealthy areas must play their part in housing asylum seekers, Burnham suggests
The prime minister was asked about protests over plans to use a former military base to house asylum seekers.
Kids are being detained in police custody, in facilities never designed for them
When children are denied bail, they’re often taken to police watch houses. But these don’t have the staff or facilities to keep children safe and well.
Testimony as a target: how witnesses at the antisemitism royal commission are being abused online
New research looking at more than 1,300 posts directed toward witnesses reveals vitriolic abuse. Royal commissions need updating for the digital age.
The NAPLAN fine print we missed: the gap between advantaged and disadvantaged students is growing
This gap was already a problem before the latest data. But the most recent results show how things are getting worse.
UNITY Unites Global Space leaders in Addis Ababa at World Public Summit
As part of the World Public Summit “Africa. New World: Africa in Shaping a Shared Future,” an international panel discussion titled “Space Without Borders: Uniting the World Through Education, Science…
US says helicopter fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade
US Central Command says its helicopter hit the engine room of a Panama-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman.
Mexico Cuts Public-Security Troops 66% and Opens Uruapan Intelligence Center
Mexico reduced public-security troops by 66% and opened an intelligence center in Uruapan, as part of a security response in Michoacán.
NPP accuses Chief Justice of selective handling of vacation trials
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accused Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie of selectively authorising the conduct of criminal trials during the legal vacation, describing the move as a threat to…
Inner Melbourne council walks away from plan for key worker housing
The City of Yarra has halted plans to build at least 50 affordable rental apartments for workers in Abbotsford.
MND Local: Tijuana Innovadora and upcoming events in Baja California
Baja California's wine harvest festival, Fiestas de la Vendimia, has already started, and another big event, plus civic improvements, are coming soon.
US claims responsibility for attack on neutral civilian ship
US claims responsibility for attack on neutral civilian ship The US has claimed an attack on a Panama-flagged cargo vessel that attempted to travel through the Gulf of Oman in violation of the…
Presidents of Ukraine, Costa Rica discuss potential for cooperation between countries
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with President of Costa Rica Laura Fernández Delgado, during which the two sides discussed the potential for cooperation between the two…
Ukraine Repels 185 Combat Clashes on Tuesday
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) reported 185 combat clashes over the past 24 hours, as Russian forces launched nearly 6,770 drones and 208 guided aerial bombs (KABs) nationwide.
Former Secret Service Agents: Trump’s Secret Plane Swap Unusual, Not Unprecedented
Former Secret Service agents say the unusual maneuver reflects presidential security improvising in a hurry
White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
Earlier this month, however, federal prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, citing new information that the damage was caused by a "botched installation" by a contractor, not vandalism.
- White House inquired DOJ about new criminal case against David Hearn
- Hearn charged with felony destruction of government property at Lincoln Memorial
- Exploratory talks focused on misdemeanor case possibility
More elite women coaches not enough to dispel 'misogynistic' behaviour
The number of female head coaches in Australian high performance sport has seen a massive increase over the past four years, but significant institutional and cultural barriers remain.
Settlers blockade Palestinian homes for second day as IDF holds off evacuation
Military condemns presence of Israelis on Palestinian property near Qusra as illegal and says more outposts would be removed; village officials say settlers remain at several sites, with one family still without running water and two girls needing care
Colombia’s New President Faces His First Major Test
President Abelardo de la Espriella took office mere days before a major earthquake struck the country.
Turkiye increasingly unnerved about Black Sea shipping security
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that the war in the Black Sea is entering a “life-or-death” phase and that attacks are increasingly striking civilian merchant vessels, Turkish newspaper Yeni Şafak reported on Aug. 11.
Israeli settlement expansion in West Bank must be treated as emergency, UN official says
The situation in the West Bank must be "treated as an emergency", a UN official said on Tuesday, as settler violence and recent action by Israeli authorities on settlement expansion threaten to derail the fragile peace process.
“Total Whitewash”: New Pentagon Report Claims U.S. Killed No Civilians in Boat Strikes
Government officials told The Intercept the War Department’s latest civilian casualty report was “sickening” and a “joke.” The post “Total Whitewash”: New Pentagon Report Claims U.S. Killed No Civilians in Boat Strikes appeared first on The Intercept .
Political parties, judiciary must reform themselves to protect Africa’s democracy – Asiedu Nketia
National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has called for fundamental reforms within political parties and the judiciary, arguing that the two institutions cannot protect African democracy if they lack credibility, accountability and public trust.
Cost of living, water tariffs, mining on Cook Islanders' minds ahead of election
Cost of living, water tariffs, and mining are on Cook Islanders' minds ahead of this week's election.
White House pushes DoJ to revive reflecting pool case against Olympian
Justice department is asked to weigh new charges against David Hearn after US attorney dropped vandalism charges The White House has asked the Department of Justice to weigh new charges against a former Olympian accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, according to a person familiar with the matter, pushing to revive a…
CNMI: US tax agency extends deadline for those affected by Super Typhoon Bavi
People in the Marianas affected by Super Typhoon Bavi now have until February for a range of tax deadlines.