Fubara, lawmakers battle stalls Rivers N1.85tn budget
The Rivers N1.85tn budget for 2026 is stalled due to a battle between Governor Fubara and lawmakers over unfulfilled agreements.
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Woman arrested for stabbing husband to death in Abia
A woman, Sara Innocent, has been arrested in Abia State for allegedly stabbing her husband to death during a domestic dispute.
Tension as gunshots rock Rivers varsity
Suspected rival cultists exchanged gunfire at Ignatius Ajuru University, Rivers State, causing panic. Learn more about the cult clash and security concerns Read More…
FUOYE Reform: Group Calls for Federal Funding Boost, Hails Anti-extortion Drive
Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti A civil society organisation, the Partnership for Ethical Governance (PEG), has called on the federal government to increase funding for the Federal University Oye-Ekiti…
- Federal Government urged to boost FUOYE funding
- PEG commends anti-extortion drive and reforms
- Recommendations include infrastructure, research, and energy investments
'Free holiday' trap: 11 French nationals detained over Thailand drug haul
PARIS: At least eleven French nationals have been held in Thailand since the start of the summer after being arrested with several kilogrammes of cannabis in their luggage, a police source told AFP on…
Greensprings’ IB Class of 2025 Secures Over $16m in University Scholarships
Uchechukwu Nnaike Greensprings School’s International Baccalaureate Class of 2025 has secured more than US$16 million in university scholarships, reinforcing the school’s position as one of the…
- Greensprings IB Class of 2025 secures over $16m in scholarships
- School praised for academic excellence, mentorship, student development
- Uchechukwu Nnaike highlights scholarships for exceptional students
LSSTF Strengthens Operational Capacity for NNS BEECROFT, Donates Bulletproof Vests, Helmets
Chiemelie Ezeobi To strengthen operational capacity and support security efforts across Lagos State, particularly ahead of the forthcoming election, the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has donated 50 ballistic
North Korea fires ballistic missile ahead of US-South Korea drills
North Korea fires ballistic missile ahead of US-South drills
Sarawak air quality worsens as Kalimantan wildfires persist
KUALA LUMPUR: Air quality in Sarawak continues to deteriorate as transboundary haze from wildfires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, drifts into the state.
Defense chief to meet heads of alumni groups of 3 military academies amid integration push
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back was set to hold a meeti...
Obi, Kwankwaso meet NDC gov’ship candidates ahead campaign kick-off
Ahead of the official commencement of campaigns, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, Monday night, held a high-level…
Troubled NBTC head presents new evidence
Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), unveiled new evidence on Tuesday to counter the verdict of the selection committee, which…
Imo APP senatorial candidate tasks women on electoral influence
The Action Peoples Party (APP) candidate for Imo East Senatorial District, Mazi Chima Matthew Amadi, has challenged women in Imo East to use their numerical strength and grassroots influence to demand…
Coalition should collapse their structures into Labour Party- Nenadi
The National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Nenadi Usman, has called on political parties seeking to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 elections to collapse their structures into the Labour…
US Midwest storms kill one as tornadoes, 99-mph winds cause widespread destruction and power outages
More than half a million people in the Chicago area and northwestern Indiana are without power as thunderstorms and extreme gusts of wind pummel the region.
DPM Dar condemns Houthi attack, orders repatriation of three Pakistanis’ remains
Says in contact with Saudi authorities, Government of Yemen to ascertain details of the incident, circumstances
Colombian quake toll rises as locals rally recovery efforts
The death toll from Monday's quake continues to rise, as rescue teams race against time to find survivors under the rubble.
Downtown Regina scaffolding falls, sending 2 to hospital
Two people are in hospital after a workplace incident in Regina's downtown. A scaffolding deck fell from its attachment Tuesday afternoon at a building on Hamilton Street.
‘Raped, whipped with belt’: Teen keeps Nagpur girl under ‘digital arrest’ for 3 months
A Thane youth allegedly kept a 16-year-old girl under digital arrest for three months. He controlled her using mobile access, threats, and constant video calls.
Taiwanese YouTuber targeted for foreign cash, 12 nabbed in RM35,000 Cheras robbery
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 — Police have arrested 12 Malaysians, including four women, over the alleged assault and robb...
NAWAH: Empowering leaders who will shape Abu Dhabi’s future
As Abu Dhabi’s global influence accelerates, the emirate’s long-term economic success relies on ensuring its story being told by those who have lived it, shaped it and understand its deeper purpose.
Ferry from Bali catches fire off Lombok, mass evacuation underway
JAKARTA: A ferry with around 130 people on board travelling from the Indonesian tourist island of Bali caught fire in waters off Lombok on Wednesday morning and the evacuation of the passengers is…
Did Lindsay Clancy methodically plan out the killings? Here's what Lindsay Clancy's confession transcript says
Court records detail Lindsay Clancy's account of the hours before her three children were killed, while prosecutors argue she carefully planned the murders
Trump says plane used after secret switch was at greater risk
Donald Trump revealed the aircraft he boarded after a covert switch in Turkey last month faced heightened danger due to Iranian threats.
Koizumi exceeded expectations as defense minister. Will he stay on?
The defense minister has enjoyed a relatively successful outing, maintaining public visibility, avoiding gaffes and representing Japan in security engagements globally.
Trump aide says he got ‘firebombed’ by India over remarks against its Russian oil purchases: ‘Don't do that’
Navarro has repeatedly criticised India, even calling it the “Maharaja of tariffs,” while defending US tariffs in response to India's purchase of Russian oil.
Transjakarta’s water transit plan raises connectivity hope for Thousand Islands...
Jakarta’s only regency is currently served by 11 water taxis serving four routes connecting the Muara Angke port in North Jakarta with Thousand Islands’ inhabited islands, as tickets can reach up to…
It's official: Amy Klobuchar is Democrats' pick to succeed Gov. Tim Walz
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar sailed to victory in Minnesota's Democratic primary for governor on Tuesday. The big picture: Polling indicates that the four-term senator and 2020 presidential candidate will…
Qatar condemns Colombia’s backing of Israeli claims over occupied Golan Heights
Qatar condemns Colombia’s backing of Israeli claims over occupied Golan Heights Qatar’s Foreign Ministry has issued a statement condemning Colombia's support of Israeli claims over the occupied Syrian…
- Qatar condemns Colombia's support for Israeli claims over Golan Heights.
- Qatar emphasizes Golan Heights is Arab territory.
- Qatar urges Israel to comply with international law on occupied territories.
Man flees barefoot, refusing to pay S$5K charges for damaging BMW rental car in SG
He refused to pay the damage claim after crashing the BMW, then left for lunch, removed his slippers, ran barefoot, and disappeared into the bushes This article ( Man flees barefoot, refusing to pay…
California Senate passes resolution recognising Pakistan-US relations
Recognises contributions of the Pakistani-American community to US state's economy, culture and social fabric
WHCA Meets With Trump Officials After Decoy Flight Raises Press Safety Concerns
WHCA president Jacqui Heinrich says she asked the White House to work on "a protocol for handling extraordinary security circumstances in the future" The post WHCA Meets With Trump Officials After…
- WHCA president Jacqui Heinrich met with Trump officials over decoy flight incident.
- Incident raised safety concerns for journalists covering president.
- Meeting discussed impact on press safety and independent reporting.
Riley Roberts-Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez break up? 5 things on fiancé amid split report after ‘egg freezing’ news
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez recently spoke about freezing her eggs and now reports have emerged of the Democrat's breakup with fiancé Riley Roberts.
Hariyali Amavasya: Gratitude, Ancestors And The Green Tradition
The custom or pratha of the month beginning in the lunar calendar is of two ways. One is ending with Amavasya. Amantha is the method of months ending with Amavasya.
‘Border affairs to decide India-China ties': MEA on Arunachal standoff reports
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Jaiswal made the remarks while responding to a question on the India-China military situation in Arunachal Pradesh.
Woman killed in Lower Dir house collapse
Villagers look for their belongings after the devastation caused by flash flood in Lower Chitral on Tuesday. — Dawn LOWER DIR/CHITRAL: A woman was killed in Dalgram area in Lower Dir district when a…
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he survived a leadership vote in his own party
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said Wednesday that he survived a leadership vote among his own party’s lawmakers less than three months before an election. The…
Perak police crack two cases: Armed robbery of Langkap woman, and Teluk Intan fishing shop break-in where one suspect is only 13
IPOH, Aug 12 — A local man has been arrested for allegedly being involved in an armed robbery involving an elderly...
B.C. may transfer Crown land to Vancouver Island First Nations
New documents show that more than 300,000 acres of land could be transferred to Vancouver Island First Nations, which are currently finalizing treaties.
Thailand suspends gun licences as teen shooter and grandparents he killed are cremated
Prime minister Anutin Charnvirakul calls for tighter gun controls and ‘decisive penalties’ after nine dead in school shooting Thailand has suspended firearms licences after last week’s deadly school…
Maggie Haberman Backs Trump’s Need for Flight Decoy but Condemns His ‘Taunting’ Lies About It
"There is this gamesmanship where he is sort of taunting and saying, 'If I go, you go,' and that was not the case," the journalist reflects The post Maggie Haberman Backs Trump’s Need for Flight Decoy…
- Maggie Haberman supports Trump needing flight decoy, but disapproves of his boasting about it.
- She emphasizes transparency over secrecy in such situations.
- DOJ subpoenas Times reporters for sources in connection with the story.
Cauvery water received by T.N. in July hits 50-year low
The realisation for the month did not even go past the one thousand million cubic feet-mark, with Biligundulu receiving only 0.698 tmcft against the State’s stipulated share of 31.24 tmcft
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile 1 Day After Zelensky Warns Japan, South Korea, Philippines
Pyongyang launched a ballistic missile toward Japan shortly after Zelensky warned that North Korea’s deepening military cooperation with Russia threatens Japan, South Korea and the Philippines.
12 held for robbing Taiwanese YouTuber, impersonating cops
They comprise eight men and four women, all Malaysians aged between 26 and 48.
Lee to highlight SMRs and 6 other key future industries in special meeting
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung was set to attend a meeting W...
Edmonton city council considering rule changes for e-scooters, e-bikes
The City of Edmonton is considering permanent changes to where e-scooters and e-bikes can go and park, along with how fast they can travel.
Regional action is a must to combat human trafficking
Rather than delivering justice to victims, authorities have normalized, and often downplayed, their suffering, frequently misclassifying victims as perpetrators.
South Carolina GOP Senate primary heads to a runoff
Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) advanced Tuesday to a runoff in South Carolina's crowded Republican Senate primary, per the AP, extending the fight to succeed the late Sen.
National Action Plan on Population (2021–2026): Senate body reviews targets, financial utilisation, commodity procurement
ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Special Initiatives reviewed the targets, financial utilisation, and commodity procurement and distribution mechanisms for…
‘Suppressing’ PTI federal govt’s top priority, says KP CM
ISLAMABAD: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi alleged on Tuesday that the current government’s priority was not Pakistan but suppressing PTI founding chairman and eliminating his party.
Five terrorists killed in Balochistan
ISLAMABAD: Security forces killed five terrorists belonging to Fitna Al Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Panjgur district, the military’s media wing said on Tuesday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was conducted on August 10 as part of the ongoing…