Congress sets up multi-tiered poll monitoring infrastructure as SIR exercise is on
CM, PCC chief, Meenakshi Natarajan to hold zoom meeting today
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1MDB US$5.64bil civil suit: Najib objects to 80pct of Shahrol Azral witness statement
KUALA LUMPUR: About 80 per cent of former 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) chief executive officer Datuk Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi's 168-page witness statement has been objected to on hearsay…
Nearly half of Britons don't want Israeli immigrants, survey finds
Opposition to immigration from Israel has risen 8 points in a decade, leaving Israelis near the bottom among 23 nationalities, a YouGov survey found; pollsters say the Gaza war and Israel’s…
Gulf states scramble for an alternative to Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Arabia has redirected oil exports away from the Strait of Hormuz, but most Gulf producers still lack a reliable backup option to the world's most important energy chokepoint.
Trade unions must move beyond workers’ demands, embrace institutional partnerships for justice delivery – Labour Minister
The Minister of Labour, Employment and Jobs, Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, has called on trade unions to move beyond their traditional focus on wages, allowances and conditions of service and embrace a more…
Two men arrested for impersonating T.N. Minister Aadhav Arjuna, faking to broker Cabinet berth for Vellore MLA
During the investigation, police found that in July 2026, the two accused men allegedly told that they knew the Minister and could secure a ministerial post for Vellore MLA M.M.
Flipkart, Amazon Among Top E-Commerce Platforms With Highest Consumer Complaints In 2025: Govt
New Delhi, Aug 12: Flipkart, Amazon and Meesho figured among the top ten e-commerce companies against which the highest number of complaints were filed on the National Consumer Helpline (NCH) in 2025…
Police suspect four men of funding PKK
The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) is classified as a terrorist organisation not only in Turkey but also in the EU and the US.
Russian businesses boosted drone defense purchases sevenfold
Demand among Russian commercial companies for drone defense equipment jumped 6.6-fold in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, reaching 441.3 million rubles, the Russian…
Heads of Special Schools calls for incentives to recruit and retain specialised teachers in Ghana’s special schools
The Conference of Heads of Special Schools (COHESS) is calling on the government to introduce stronger incentives and support systems to attract, train and retain specialised teachers in special…
‘A man before his time.’ Terrorism expert Rohan Gunaratna pays tribute to Lee Kuan Yew on Singapore’s 61st b-day
“His highest priority was to protect Singapore,” Gunaratna recalls Lee Kuan Yew’s response after the Bali attack. This article ( ‘A man before his time.’ Terrorism expert Rohan Gunaratna pays tribute to Lee Kuan Yew on Singapore’s 61st b-day ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
Who was Zhu Rongji, China’s former premiere and economic reformer who helped power the country’s rise, dies at 97?
Zhu was closely associated with the reformist economic approach of Deng Xiaoping, widely regarded as the architect of China's post-Mao economic transformation.
Scholar highlights cultural richness of Honghe at Beijing event
Chinese author Zhu Sixiong highlights Honghe’s rich cultural heritage, ethnic traditions and historic landmarks, inviting global travellers to discover Yunnan’s distinctive charm.
Woman, child hospitalised in 'vicious' Clare dog attack
A woman and child were taken to hospital after being attacked by a dog in Co Clare last weekend, in what was described as an "extremely vicious" attack.
Dandora cleanup puts waste pickers at a crossroads as Nairobi overhauls garbage system
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12-For years, Simon Kuria has read Dandora dumpsite like a map. He knows where plastic bottles accumulate after a delivery, which trucks carry scrap metal worth following…
Norwegian FM to visit Pakistan on Aug 13-14, first such visit in a decade
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide will undertake an official visit to Pakistan on August 13-14 to discuss avenues for expanding bilateral cooperation, trade and investment.
Western allies are about to fail Ukraine, again
The lack of Western support is giving Putin reason to fight on, and Russia is acquiring a significant new advantage in being able to strike any Ukrainian target.
Malaysian dies of heart attack during Bangkok transit
The 53-year-old Kedah man was travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Hokkaido when he suffered a heart attack.
Guan Congress 2026 to showcase tourism and investment opportunities in Anum
Media and Publicity Chair of the Local Organising Committee, Seth Adu Mensah has said the Guan Congress Anum 2026 is expected to highlight tourism and investment opportunities in Anum as organisers seek to attract investors and visitors to the area.
Makkah diplomacy and the New Middle East
Makkah diplomacy and the New Middle East newspress_en Wed, 08/12/2026 - 14:24 Opinion Throughout its illustrious history, Makkah has been the venue for numerous social, economic, intellectual, political, and security agreements.
- Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Türkiye signed the Makkah Agreement.
- Agreement aims to foster a new Middle East identity based on peace and mutual interest.
- Makkah's geographic location connects Asia, Europe, and the global south to the developed north.
Beyond Vision 2030: Mwangi, Kibati outline Kenya’s next path
Kenya’s progress under Vision 2030 and the need for continuity in national development plans came into sharp focus Wednesday during a well attended national conversation that roped in key players at…
Police Probe Death of Schoolgirl Hit by Train at South Tangerang Station
Police are investigating the death of a 14-year-old schoolgirl who was hit by a train at a station in South Tangerang, Indonesia.
Iranian photojournalist faces 15 years in prison over images, reporting
Acclaimed Iranian photojournalist Yalda Moaiery has spent much of her career documenting moments of dissent and the lives of women in Iran.
Ad Spending on Wildberries Nosedives After Ukrainian Drone Attacks, Kommersant Reports
A source told Kommersant that many advertisers had either frozen their promotional budgets or sharply cut back across major retail categories.
State election: AfD boom in Saxony-Anhalt: These graphics explain the reasons for the steep rise
Top candidate Ulrich Siegmund and his party are currently leading in the polls with over 40 percent just before the decisive election. One issue is at the top of the list for voters in the country.
UAE public holidays 2027: Full list of expected dates and long weekends
Dubai: Planning your holidays for 2027? The UAE is set to have several public holidays throughout the year, including New Year, Eid Al Fitr, Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha, Islamic New Year, the Prophet’s…
A top Cabinet secretary was with Trump when he took secret flight from Turkey
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were on the decoy flight last month when President Trump when he secretly switched to a different plane.
Russia’s fuel crisis is back, with queues and gasoline rationing returning across the country
In early August, judging by reports from the regions, a new wave of the fuel crisis hit Russia following Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries. Residents of various regions, from the south to the Far East, report lines at gas stations. Limits on how much fuel a person can buy at a time have returned in Orenburg Region and Sochi.
Household solar plants to receive "green" tariff only during set generation hours - NEURC
Ukraine’s National Energy and Utilities Regulatory Commission (NEURC) has set the summer and winter time periods during which electricity from household solar power plants must be paid for at the…
Iran Takes More Aggressive Military Stance With US Talks Frozen
Iran has reorganized its military to be more aggressive abroad as talks on ending the war with the US remain mired in stalemate, a sign that Tehran is preparing for a protracted era of regional…
Black Sea Oil Tanker Rates Surge to Record on Drones Barrage
Freight costs for oil tankers shipping crude from the Black Sea to the Mediterranean have risen to a record after a flurry of drone attacks, driving down prices for Kazakhstan’s main CPC export grade.
Super election year 2026: This is how the polls stand before the state elections in East Germany
In September, Berlin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Saxony-Anhalt will be voting. The Handelsblatt poll tracker shows: Who will be the strongest force, which party will fail to meet the five percent…
Russian Man Taken From Street, Pressured to Sign Army Contract, Relatives Say
The reported case comes amid growing evidence that Russian recruiters are using street raids, workplace visits and pressure on vulnerable men as Moscow struggles to attract enough volunteers for its…
PM takes notice of future after ordering it cancelled
I have spent the better part of two decades trying to persuade Pakistan’s institutions to think in decades rather than in news cycles.
Kaziranga eco-sensitive zone to be cut from 10km to 1km as per SC guidelines: Assam CM
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Kaziranga ESZ would be reduced from 10km to 1km in line with Supreme Court guidelines.
Takaichi, the Three Non-Nuclear Principles, and a Strained US Nuclear Umbrella
For Japan, the most immediate question is not whether to pursue nuclear weapons itself, but whether to allow its ally’s nuclear-capable assets on Japanese soil.
Fact Check: Chief Justice’s warrant does not limit vacation judge to emergency cases
A warrant issued by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie authorising a judge to sit during the 2026 legal vacation does not restrict the judge to emergency applications or interlocutory matters.
GRA outlines who qualifies for Modified Taxation Scheme and how it works
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has outlined the categories of taxpayers who qualify for the Modified Taxation Scheme, as well as those who are excluded from the system.
OPINION: Religious Arithmetic Vs National Reality: The dangerous lie tearing Nigeria apart
When religious leaders trade reverence and devotion to God for incitement, the only souls they save are their own political ambitions — and the nation pays with blood.
Chinese influencer, 24, who once smashed Guanyin statue in video, dies after traffic accident
She had around 1.28 million followers on Douyin.
3 cops arrested for alleged role in prisoner’s escape in Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI: Rawalpindi police said on Wednesday that they had arrested three cops, who were posted as guards at Adiala jail, for their alleged involvement in the escape of a prisoner while he was…
Ukraine faces race against the clock as technology edge fades – expert
Russian countermeasures are making Starlink increasingly less effective on the battlefield, serviceman, co-founder of the Center for Aerial Reconnaissance Support, and former lawmaker from the eighth…
BREAKING | ConCourt rejects ATM bid to revive Ramaphosa impeachment inquiry
The Constitutional Court has rejected the African Transformation Movement's bid to urgently appeal a Western Cape High Court order suspending impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Powerful storms in US midwest leave three dead and 800,000 without power
Winds of more than 80mph, severe flooding and tornadoes swept through Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky Powerful storms swept across the midwest on Tuesday, leaving three dead and more than 800,000…
Pedreguer hosts two-week cultural conference featuring workshops, literature, and live performances
The town of Pedreguer is set to celebrate a rich fortnight of arts, literature, and community heritage. From Saturday, August […]
Extreme weather and jellyfish knock one-fifth of France's nuclear capacity offline
France on Wednesday recorded a more than 20 percent shortfall in nuclear power production capacity, a record deficit caused by environmentally related outages linked to drought, extreme heat and a jellyfish invasion.
India says border peace critical to ties with China amid reports of military tensions
NEW DELHI: India’s foreign ministry said peace along its disputed border with China is critical to ties between the Asian neighbours, amid reports of renewed military tensions between the two countries’ troops in a remote corner of the Himalayas.
Gachagua returns to Kajiado as DCP steps up grassroots mobilisation
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has returned to Kajiado County as he continues to strengthen the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) grassroots presence ahead of the 2027 General…
Home safety tips for women: A simple guide to keeping your home safer
Simple, affordable home safety tips for women, including securing doors and windows, knowing your neighbours and creating a practical emergency plan.
Comment: The horror scenario that Putin (still) does not articulate
Instead of a ceasefire, Putin seems to be counting on escalation: a mobilization in Russia is expected in the fall. It would be his second major mistake after the invasion of Ukraine.
44 dead after ferry capsizes on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba
The vessel was carrying significantly more passengers than its stated capacity when rough weather struck during the journey.
Judge signs release warrant for Sedina Tamakloe Attionu after A-G withdraws stay application
A release warrant has been signed for former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu after the Attorney-General withdrew its…
Expired food found at Karnataka health dept canteen, Zomato warehouse: Officials
Officials found expired food at Arogya Soudha canteen on Magadi Road, where food storage practices did not comply with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) requirements
The new arms race: 7 technologies that could decide who wins the next big war
The next major war may begin with silent cyberattacks and autonomous drone swarms. Artificial intelligence and networked systems are making weapons faster and deadlier.
Tropical Storm Cristobal Threat Grows: Spaghetti Models Show Potential Path
The NHC is monitoring multiple Atlantic disturbances, with one system nearing tropical depression formation.
- Tropical Storm Cristobal formation probability rises to 80%
- High-risk area likely to intensify into tropical depression or low-end storm
- 2026 Atlantic hurricane season predicted to be below normal
Pereira, the ‘zombie city’ devastated by Colombia’s earthquake
PEREIRA (Colombia), Aug 12 — Jorge Gonzalez searches with his bare hands for his aunt under the ruins of a f...
Behind Henry Gurney’s walls, Muay Thai gives young offenders a shot at redemption
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 — Inside the ring, he is simply another Muay Thai athlete, carrying the same responsibility a...