Doctor, acquaintance who took drugs in Sentosa hotel get a year’s jail each
They were among 49 men arrested at a party at the Sofitel Singapore Sentosa hotel in 2023.
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Yellow high temperature warning in effect in 13 counties
Met Éireann has warned the public to be aware of possible heat stress and animal welfare issues amid a Status Yellow high temperature warning for Leinster and Tipperary.
Junet changes tune on receiving money to impeach Gachagua
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed has denied being bribed to support the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, distancing himself from remarks he made recently suggesting…
Iran, US Harden Stances as Pakistan Says Deal Is Near
Pakistan’s defense minister said the US and Iran are “close to some sort of arrangement” over the Strait of Hormuz, even after both sides appeared to toughen their positions in the long-deadlocked…
Expressway sections from Quang Ngai to Nha Trang to collect tolls from August 14
The Vietnam Road Administration announced on August 11 that toll collection would begin at 2 p.m. on August 14 on five component projects of the eastern North-South Expressway project for the…
Visakhapatnam Port Set For Major Upgrade With Rs 334.89-Crore Flyover To Ease Traffic & Speed Up Cargo Evacuation
New Delhi: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has approved a Rs 334.89-crore internal flyover at Visakhapatnam Port Authority to improve cargo evacuation, reduce traffic congestion…
Schools close, flights delayed as wildfire haze blankets Kalimantan
Official data and independent analysis show that fire activity this year has surpassed levels recorded during the same period in 2019, when Indonesia experienced one of its most devastating fire…
Donald Trump reveals secret flight from Turkey was ‘at greater risk’ amid fears of assassination attempt
US President Donald Trump claimed an alternative plane he used in Turkey posed greater risk, prompting questions about his safety and the aircraft's security protocols.
Criminal neglect charges dropped against NDIS provider's directors over client's death
Criminal neglect offences have been dropped against the directors of a former NDIS provider Integrity Care charged over the death of their client Ann Marie Smith.
All but three new judges sworn in after Zardari’s nod
• Three SHC additional judges to take oath today • Four permanent judges of PHC and one of LHC also administered oath • Equalisation of Supreme Court and FCC judges’ perks green-lit • President…
Wrong to draw conclusions on TH given RCI's limited scope, says BN's Zambry
KUALA LUMPUR: It is inappropriate for any party to draw sweeping conclusions about the Lembaga Tabung Haji issue, as the scope of the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into the pilgrimage fund was…
Senior Maoist leader carrying ₹20 lakh bounty surrenders before Telangana DGP, recieves reward
A former senior Maoist, Kakarala Samatha, surrendered to Telangana police after a lengthy career in the CPI (Maoist).
Anti-tank explosive round found lodged in a tree in Buriram forest; EOD team clears area
BURIRAM — 11 August 2026, authorities inspected a suspicious object resembling a bomb after local residents in Ban Lam Nang Rong, Lam Nang Rong subdistrict, Non Din Daeng district, Buriram province…
Family in Makueni demands justice after kin dies inside police cell
A family in Makueni is demanding answers over the death of Gedion Makau, who was found dead inside a cell at Kilungu Police Station, hours after his arrest.
Ilhan Omar projected winner of Democratic primary in Minnesota's 5th district
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has secured the Democratic nomination for reelection in the 2026 primary, CBS News projects.
Female entrepreneurs default less on loans than men — Moniepoint
Moniepoint’s 2025 report reveals female entrepreneurs have 2.5x lower loan default rates than men, driving a major shift in MSME financing.
Nigerians lament VAT pressure amid rising living costs
Nigerians are increasingly concerned about VAT pressure amid rising living costs. Discover how consumption tax impacts household finances and consumer beha Read More…
Industry Newspaper announces chair for impact companies awards
Yomi Otubela to chair The Industry Newspaper’s 2026 Companies of Impact awards, recognizing Nigerian businesses driving economic growth and national develo Read More: https://punchng.com/industry-newspaper-announces-chair-for-impact-companies-awards/
Syria condemns Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights
Syria has strongly condemned Colombia's decision to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the occupied Golan Heights, calling it a violation of international law.
High school American footballer rattled by snake in helmet
A high school American football practice is interrupted when a player finds he has been training with a venomous snake hiding inside his helmet. Watch the moment the serpentine visitor is extracted.
Kulaibeen season begins, marking 13 days of peak summer and date ripening
The Kulaibeen season has started, lasting 13 days and signaling a key phase in the agricultural calendar and the ripening of dates.
UK says two-state solution only path to lasting peace and security
The UK reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution as the only way to achieve lasting peace and security, ensuring a viable Palestinian state.
Lisa Demuth's Chances of Beating Klobuchar in Minnesota Governor Race
Demuth will take on Democratic Senator Amy Klobuchar in November as Republicans seek to recapture Minnesota's governor's office.
‘Pilot seemed high, eyes were red’: Passenger after pilot of turbulence-hit Air India plane tests positive for marijuana
Air India flight turbulence: A passenger reportedly revealed that after landing in Delhi, the pilot also asked them not to record anything.
Kelantan sets sights on petroleum, gas opportunities through new state vehicle
KOTA BHARU, Aug 12 — The Kelantan government intends to strengthen its involvement in the petroleum and gas indust...
Singapore life insurers post 21.4% growth in H1 premiums as disbursements rise
Claims for critical illness, death and total permanent disability reach S$1.14 billion, rising 11.1%
Rybakina ousts Osaka to book Toronto semi-final against Gauff
Gauff reaches Toronto semis by walkover due to Bencic hip injury
For One Night Only, guests in Sydney mixed with Callum Turner, Will Gluck
Callum Turner and Will Gluck walked the red carpet at the Sydney premiere of One Night Only, as invited guests took a break from the census for the special event.
Woman dies of shock after seeing daughter being abducted in Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI: A woman died allegedly from shock after witnessing the abduction of her daughter from their house in Dhoke Chaudhrian on Monday, police said.
Deer ravage sunflowers in Fukushima Pref. highland, forcing cancellation of festival
KORIYAMA, Fukushima -- A festival in this northeastern Japan city popular for its sweeping views of sunflowers and wind turbines has been canceled, af
Punjab protecting minorities’ rights: CM Maryam
LAHORE: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday made a resolution to follow the vision of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah for the freedom and protection of rights of the minorities.
Laura Loomer accuses Hasan Piker of dog abuse after FBI launches $5K reward for prosecuting animal cruelty cases
Laura Loomer accused Hasan Piker of abusing his dog after the US Attorney’s Office announced a reward & a new FBI tip line for violations of the 2019 PACT Act.
Australian university wins Vietnam's first foreign branch campus license
RMIT Saigon South has become the first foreign university branch campus licensed in Vietnam, clearing the way for the school to expand its campus and course offerings.
High Court orders Rosmah to pay RM67.4m into stakeholder account pending appeal in missing jewellery suit
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 — Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor was today ordered by the High Court to pay RM67.4 million in...
Obi: ‘I Never Said Military Should Reject Salary Increase’
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi has dismissed as false a report attributing to him a statement that Nigerian soldiers should reject any salary increase
Australia sets ‘world-leading’ minimum pay rules for gig delivery workers
Companies will also be required to provide 'a reasonable minimum level of cover' for personal accident insurance once the order takes effect on Aug 17.
Fadahunsi: I’ve Been Misinterpreted, I Said If Anyone Kills Our People, We’ll Retaliate
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo The Senator representing Osun East Senatorial District and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Industries, Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, has debunked a viral video circulating…
Singapore cleaner who tackled knife-wielding man says he acted to protect children
SINGAPORE, Aug 12 — When Osman Sidin heard shouts of “Run, run!” outside The Clementi Mall on Au...
Mahkamah Persekutuan kekal keputusan Kedah tak boleh sekat lesen judi, loteri
Panel hakim Mahkamah Persekutuan berkata cadangan persoalan undang-undang dikemukakan kerajaan Kedah tidak memenuhi ambang untuk dipertimbangkan mahkamah.
Taiwan condemns China's plan for navy drill with Indonesia off island's east
Beijing deploys warships, fighter jets and coast guard vessels around Taiwan on an almost daily basis to assert its claim of sovereignty.
ADA Threatens Amupitan with Contempt Suit over Refusal to Release Access Code
Alex Enumah in Abuja The All Democratic Alliance (ADA), has threatened to initiate contempt of court proceedings against the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof…
Why the historic U.S.-Japan intervention has failed to halt the yen’s slide
The Japanese yen has erased about half of the gains from an unprecedented U.S.-Japan intervention less than two weeks ago.
Darline Graham advances to runoff, vows to carry on brother Lindsey’s fight in US Senate
One month after Lindsey Graham’s death, his sister thanked Trump for his “complete and total endorsement,” and said her late brother would be proud.
- Darline Graham advances to South Carolina Republican Senate runoff.
- Vows to continue late brother Lindsey Graham's fight.
- Promises to support Trump's immigration, voter ID, abortion, and Second Amendment policies.
Preschool teacher charged with sexual assault of 8-year-old pupil
SEREMBAN: A preschool teacher was charged in the Sessions Court today with two counts of committing physical sexual assault against an 8-year-old male pupil in April.
Police detains 116 foreign nationals over documents
Bengaluru police have detained 116 foreign nationals suspected of staying in the city without valid documents and are verifying their identities and immigration records before deciding on further…
Fish ‘punch back’ to crush Canaries
The number sticks out like a sore thumb: 41. That’s how many wins the Winnipeg Goldeyes recorded during the 2025 season, tying an all-time low for the storied, 32-year-old franchise. […]
Phillip Island penguins to be vaccinated for bird flu
The targeted vaccination of 5,000 penguins is claimed to be the largest wild bird vaccination program undertaken globally.
Guru prasekolah didakwa amang seksual murid dalam kelas
Tertuduh berdepan dua pertuduhan dengan kesalahan didakwa berlaku di sebuah sekolah di Rembau.
The Curator: Chic dorm room decor ideas for a stylish, study-friendly space
From sentimental touches that make a dorm feel like home to practical picks from Simons, Frameo and Command, discover the chic dorm décor pieces worth bringing to campus.
El rey del bulo se arrima al Rey
El agitador Javier Negre se hace una foto con Felipe VI y dispara la indignación de amigos y enemigos
Such absurd denial that it cannot be true
The PP should present its ecological transition model, instead of going back decades with its ideas about climate change.
The summer of the topless eclipse at the pool
The morality police are succeeding in many places and making life miserable for many women.