Selangor Rail Line still in planning stage, completion targeted for 2060
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Snow falls in Johannesburg as Gauteng freezes under rare cut‑off low
A rare cut off low weather system brought icy rain, bitter cold and flurries of snow to Johannesburg in Gauteng.
Trump confirms he secretly swapped planes as he left Nato summit due to possible threat
President Donald Trump has confirmed that he secretly swapped planes as he left a Nato summit in Turkey last month due to a possible threat. “I go by Secret Service and the military.
Flying from Dubai or Abu Dhabi today? Check Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia flight status
Dubai: Travellers flying from the UAE today, August 12, should check their flight status before leaving for the airport , with most services operating as scheduled but disruptions continuing on…
Madhya Pradesh August 12, 2026, Weather Update: Heavy Rain Lashes State, Floods Streets In Major Cities; Atal Sagar Dam Gates Opened As Shivna River Rises | VIDEO
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Heavy rain continued to lash Madhya Pradesh, with Mandsaur receiving more than 90 mm of rain in a spell that began on Tuesday afternoon.
Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 LIVE: Lok Sabha passes two bills, Congress moves adjournment motion over Ayodhya
The government continues to push its legislative agenda even as a stalemate continues in Parliament with just two days left for the Monsoon session to conclude.
SafeWork SA investigates fatal workplace incident in Adelaide Hills
South Australia's safety watchdog is investigating the death of a person involved in a "serious workplace incident" in the Adelaide Hills.
Zelensky: Ukraine Has Given US Envoys Proposals for Ending Russia’s War
Zelensky said Ukraine has given the US proposals for ending Russia’s war and urged Washington to strengthen air defense and increase pressure on Moscow.
The story of a money mule, and how she helped the R511-million Morita scam
Now she fears for her life
Cheslyn Daniels' mayoral bid in doubt after arrest
Cheslyn Daniels, the Patriotic Alliance's Cape Town mayoral candidate, faces uncertainty in his political future following his arrest alongside his wife.
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Shortage of students forces University of Peshawar to reduce number of depts
PESHAWAR: The syndicate of University of Peshawar (UoP) on Tuesday approved merger of 20 departments with each other owing to shortage of students in their academic programmes. The meeting of the syndicate was chaired by Vice-chancellor Prof Johar Ali.
Online listings of popular Trader Joe's seasoning removed on CNB’s order over prohibited poppy seeds
The popular seasoning from the United States was recently blocked from sale in South Korea. In Singapore, Carousell and Lazada have removed listings of the product and are monitoring for new ones.
24 illegal workers arrested at Chinese data centre project in Rayong
RAYONG - A raid on illegal migrant workers netted 24 Myanmar and Chinese nationals at the construction site of a Chinese-run data centre on Tuesday.
Why US is questioning Pakistan's Rs 3 trillion defence spending
The US State Department has flagged Pakistan's limited oversight of military and intelligence spending. Concerns were also raised regarding government debt disclosure and budget proposal publication…
Trump and the Republican Party Backed Competing Candidates in Minnesota’s Governor Primary. Both Fell Short
Minnesota Speaker of the House Lisa Demuth has won the Republican primary for governor in her state, beating out the GOP-endorsed and Trump-backed candidates in the race.
PM dijangka keluar hospital hari ini, kata isteri
Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail berkata Anwar Ibrahim turut mengucapkan terima kasih atas doa agar kembali sihat.
2 terrorists killed in Bannu operation
BANNU: Security forces killed two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Janikhel area here on Tuesday, sources said.
Gangster to appear in court over killing of two Anti-Gang Unit officers
A 23-year-old alleged gangster is expected in the Boksburg Magistrate's Court on Wednesday after his arrest in connection with the killing of two Anti-Gang Unit officers who were allegedly ambushed…
Madlanga Commission turns to alleged KZN police hit squads
Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels confirmed that the alleged squads targeted suspects linked to cash-in-transit (CIT) robberies, taxi operators and drug syndicates, allegedly operating under the…
Ruto set to host 5,000 Kenyans at KICC for Vision 2060 dialogue
President William Ruto is set to host more than 5,000 Kenyans drawn from all 47 counties at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, for a national dialogue…
Thousands flee yearslong drought in Somalia as hunger deepens and aid shrinks
BAIDOA, Somalia (AP) — After nearly two weeks on the road with her five children, Luul Mohamed finally arrived in the southwestern Somali city of Baidoa with no food and little sense of what would…
Crews work to rescue more passengers from burning ferry near Bali, Indonesia
In this image made from video released by the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS), the crew of a rescue ship look on as smoke billows from a passenger ferry that caught fire while…
The City is awash with talk of an early general election
Every month since January 2025 we’ve run a nationwide survey of UK voters, with our polling partners Freshwater Strategy.
The Burnham bounce won’t last unless Brits get better off
Andy Burnham’s approval ratings are soaring but Labour’s overall vote has only moved moderately. The real test will be the Budget, says Matthew Lesh Andy Burnham has undoubtedly had a significantly stronger start to his premiership than Keir Starmer.
President meets new US ambassador for 1st time
President Lee Jae Myung met new U.S. Ambassador to Korea Michelle Steel for the first time, Wednesday, as he received credentials from four new foreign envoys. The meeting drew attention because Steel, known for her strongly conservative views, had prompted concerns that she could clash with the policy direction of Lee’s progressive…
Defense chief to meet heads of alumni groups of 3 military academies amid integration push
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back was set to hold a meeting Wednesday with the leaders of the alumni groups of the Army, Navy and Air Force military academies and seek their support for the government's…
Taiwan is training its Abrams tank crews to hide and refuel inside its bustling urban sprawl
Next to a Chinese temple and an Instagram-friendly mural village, Taiwan's M1A2T tanks lay in wait amid the island's Han Kuang annual drills.
Woman killed for ‘honour’ in Kohistan
MANSEHRA: A woman was allegedly killed in the name of honour in the Dasu area of Upper Kohistan, police said on Tuesday, as they searched for a man reportedly linked to her amid fears that he could…
Flanagan's Chances of Losing to Michele Tafoya in Minnesota Senate Race
Democrats have an advantage in the Minnesota Senate race, according to polls and forecasts.
Brazil’s natural areas shrink, worsening El Nino impact
Different parts of Brazil are bracing for droughts, floods and fires as the El Niño weather pattern is expected to intensify towards the end of the year.
Waiting for your university offer? UPUOnline results out Aug 14 noon
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 12 — The results of applications for further studies at public universities (UA) via UPUOnline®...
Multiple drug busts expose thriving trade across SA
31-year-old foreign national arrested in Evander with crystal meth, heroin, cash, and cellphones as 329 dealers nabbed in one week.
Passenger ferry catches fire near Bali; 106 rescued, 25 still trapped
In a dramatic rescue operation, crews saved 106 individuals from the Putri Yasmin ferry, which blazed in tumultuous waters. With a total of 131 people onboard, rescuers remained undeterred as they tirelessly worked to evacuate the remaining passengers and crew. The perilous conditions escalated the challenges faced by the authorities.
US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 12, 2026)
As the standoff between the US and Iran continues, UAE residents face ongoing impacts affecting regional security, air travel, and market stability.
Batam hosts inaugural trilateral coast guard exercise
The trilateral exercise involved 60 personnel and three patrol vessels from Malaysia, Singapore and host Indonesia.
DCI arrest three over murder of Mt Elgon businessman Wasama
Police investigating the fatal shooting of 61-year-old businessman Nathan Masai Wasama in Cheptais, Bungoma County, arrested three suspects as the dragnet tightens around those behind the killing.
Why Takaichi can’t be the next Shinzo Abe
Takaichi's success will ultimately depend not on becoming the next Shinzo Abe, but on proving that his strategic legacy can evolve to meet a new era.
Immigration immediately stops issuing passports with validity periods exceeding 10 years
THE Immigration Department has stopped issuing Malaysian International Passports (PMA) with validity periods exceeding 10 years after some travellers faced difficulties using the documents for…
MNS Chief Raj Thackeray Meets Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis At Mumbai's Varsha Bungalow, Political Buzz Intensifies
Mumbai: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray met Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at his official residence, Varsha, on Wednesday morning, triggering fresh speculation in political…
Colombian woman pulled alive from rubble as earthquake death toll tops 200
Colombian rescuers pulled a 32-year-old woman alive from the rubble of a collapsed building on Tuesday, sparking cheers and applause as exhausted crews raced to find more survivors from the country’s…
Espoo, Vantaa begin redundancy talks with hundreds of jobs on the line
The City of Vantaa is looking to cut around 200 jobs, while Espoo is aiming to shed the equivalent of 300 full-time positions.
- Vantaa and Espoo initiate redundancy talks, risking 200-300 job losses
- Teaching and childcare personnel protected from cuts
- Espoo aims to reduce staff to 300 full-time positions
Durian orchard caretaker fined RM7,500 over fake gun, criminal intimidation
GEORGE TOWN: A durian orchard caretaker was fined RM7,500 by the magistrate's court today after pleading guilty to possessing a fake firearm and criminal intimidation.
Calls to add resting areas for outdoor workers
The government is urged to set up more resting areas for outdoor workers. The call from the Hong Kong Property Services Alliance came after the Labour Department said it was examining ways to enhance…
Woman charged with killing 16-month-old step-granddaughter
Nurul Farhana Laili Shah is accused of murdering the child at a house in Taman Sri Saujana between July 30 and July 31.
PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support
The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.
HKSTP chair sees five-year plan as key opportunity
The chairwoman of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), Cordelia Chung, called the SAR’s inaugural five-year plan an excellent opportunity to breathe new life into the city’s…
Rwanda to name 22 baby gorillas as conservation, tourism continue to grow
KIGALI: Rwanda will name 22 baby mountain gorillas born over the past 12 months on Sept 4 during the 21st edition of the Kwita Izina gorilla-naming ceremony, officials announced on Tuesday, reported…
A day in the life of a retiree
One of my favorite songs is "My Way," sung by Frank Sinatra. The song's quiet dignity in facing the closing chapter of life resonates deeply with me and often leads me to reflect on my own journey.
Legal vacation trials: Chief Justice has power to order specific cases heard – Young Lawyers Forum President
President of the Young Lawyers Forum of the Ghana Bar Association, Noah Ephraem Adamtey Tetteh, has defended the Chief Justice’s authority to direct that specific cases be heard, rejecting arguments…
NEET UG Counselling 2026: MCC Reset Facility Closes Today At 11 AM
NEET UG Counselling 2026: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the Round 1 seat matrix for undergraduate medical counselling and activated the reset/unlock registration facility for…
Doctor and friend get jail for taking ecstasy at Sentosa villa party after spiked drinks claim rejected
The judge said that there were inconsistencies in the men's accounts and their behaviour on the night of the party. The two intend to appeal against their convictions.
Why Beijing must play a long game in South China Sea
Why must China constantly attempt to prove its stature? What drives it to project superior force at every turn to assert its claims?
3 judges with diverse legal backgrounds join Islamabad High Court
Umair Majeed ISLAMABAD: Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Sardar Mohammad Sarfraz Dogar on Tuesday administered oath to three newly appointed judges, raising the strength of the high court to 10, while three seats remain vacant.
Tony Abbott sent in to woo back lost Liberals in hotly contested seat
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has headed to the NSW South Coast to rally disaffected Liberals as senior local party figures concede they need to rebuild voters' trust.
Parliament monsoon session LIVE: Amit Shah to table Kerala, NCDC bills in Rajya Sabha amid House impasse
Parliament monsoon session LIVE: On Day 18 of the monsoon session of the Parliament, Amit Shah is expected to table key bills in the Rajya Sabha today.
Malaysian dies while transiting in Bangkok to Japan (video)
A MALAYSIAN died while transiting in Bangkok, Thailand, before continuing his flight to Hokkaido, Japan, on Monday. It is understood that the deceased Hamizi Mohd.
World youth unemployment rate rose last year: UN
Global youth unemployment rose last year, the United Nations said Tuesday, with some of the steepest increases seen in high-income countries as artificial intelligence begins to change the jobs…