Soldier remanded over accidental shooting of colleague in Port Dickson
SEREMBAN: A soldier who allegedly discharged a firearm and injured a colleague at a shooting range near Hutan Menyala, Port Dickson, yesterday has been remanded for three days.
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Benue court remands woman over alleged trafficking of 13 girls to Ghana
A Chief Magistrate’s Court in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria, has ordered the remand of a woman accused of allegedly trafficking 13 girls to Ghana for prostitution.
Colombia’s Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 265, With 496 Missing
Colombia · Disaster Key Facts Death toll President Abelardo de la Espriella reported 265 dead on 12 August 2026; counts were still being reconciled across agencies.
Türkei: Inhaftierter Istanbuler Bürgermeister wechselt zu neuer Oppositionspartei
Einer der prominentesten Erdogan-Gegner wechselt die Partei und beschwört einen „neuen Weg“. Die Abspaltung von der traditionsreichen CHP könnte Erdogan derweil helfen.
Bayside Sports School Dads Football Championship Season 8 Deliver Thrilling Action In Mumbai
Mumbai, August 2026: Bayside Sports successfully hosted the Bayside Sports School Dads Football Championship – Season 8 , bringing together 12 school teams and approximately 140-150 fathers for a month-long celebration of football, competition and community at Astro Park, Bandra.
We must use World Cup funds to help upgrade stadia – Yaw Ampofo Ankrah
The Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, is optimistic that part of the revenue Ghana generated from the 2026 World Cup will be allocated to the NSA to support stadium upgrades. Ghana secured the hosting rights for the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which coincides with the country’s […]
New AW189 helicopters to enhance MMEA's capabilities
SUBANG: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency’s (MMEA) new Leonardo AW189 helicopters will significantly enhance the agency’s ability to conduct aerial surveillance, search and rescue operations…
PH confident DAP will remain in MADANI Government ahead of key national conference
PAKATAN Harapan (PH) is confident that the Democratic Action Party (DAP) will decide to remain with the MADANI Government at its National Conference this Sunday.
Ghana has no venue ready to host 2027 U-20 AFCON – NSA DG
The Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has admitted that Ghana currently does not have a venue that meets the requirements to host the U-20 Africa Cup of…
Zambry leads Malaysia delegation to Russia for bilateral cooperation talks
HIGHER Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir is in Vladivostok to lead Malaysia’s delegation to a joint commission meeting with Russia aimed at advancing bilateral cooperation.
Karachi Mayor Announces New Rs. 1 Billion Flyover
The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) has started work on plans to construct a flyover at Nishtar Road and Garden Chowrangi … Read More The post Karachi Mayor Announces New Rs.
Donald Trump Says Permanent Daylight Saving Time Could See Murders Fall
The bill to make daylight saving time permanent passed the House in mid-July, and is now being considered by the Senate.
Netherlands hire former Barca great Xavi through 2030 World Cup
Former Barcelona star player and coach Xavi Hernandez was hired on Wednesday to coach the Netherlands national team through the 2030 World Cup. He received a four-year contract to take over a team that lost to Morocco on penalty kicks in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup.
MHT CET CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026 Out Now; Here's How You Can Access
MHT CET CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026: The Maharashtra CET Cell has released the MHT CET 2026 seat allotment result for CAP Round 2 as per media reports. Candidates can now access the allotment list on the website, fe2026.mahacet.org.
Shocking! Samsung Phone Explodes In Greater Noida Man’s Pocket, Suffers Severe Burns To Both Hands & Lower Body - VIDEO
A shocking mobile phone explosion in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has left a young man with serious burn injuries after the smartphone he was carrying in his trouser pocket suddenly overheated and…
Beyond the headlines: Why Ghana needs preventive security communication
On the evening of August 5, 2026, armed men stormed a mobile money kiosk at Fiapre, near Sunyani in the Bono Region, and opened fire.
Enemy UAV hits passenger train in Odesa region, killing driver and assistant – Ukrzaliznytsia
A jet-powered drone hit the locomotive of a passenger train in Odesa region, preliminary reports indicate the train driver and his assistant were killed, reported the press service of Ukrzaliznytsia…
Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreams after teen’s suicide
SAO PAULO, Aug 13 — Brazil’s data protection agency on Wednesday ordered Discord to suspend livestreams, acc...
Rescue efforts ongoing after fisherman finds cats abandoned off Pulau Ketam (video)
A GROUP of cats found starving on what appeared to be an abandoned floating structure off Pulau Ketam, Klang, are now the subject of a rescue effort after footage of the animals circulated widely on…
Why Davido should apologise to Okpebholo over WAEC result troll — Lawyer
A lawyer has called on Afrobeats star Davido to apologise to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo for trolling him with his alleged WAEC result.
Air force sergeant admits drugging 3 wives, secretly filming them
A Royal Thai Air Force sergeant in Lop Buri admitted to drugging his three wives while secretly recording them to create explicit content, after two of the women discovered intimate images and videos…
DARE serves up healthy competition for investment community
KUALA LUMPUR: Datametrics Research and Information Centre (DARE), an integrated prospectus solutions company, recently brought together members of Malaysia’s investment and capital market community…
Pemandu mabuk dijel sehari, denda 13,500
Tertuduh didakwa memandu dengan kandungan alkohol dalam darah 89mg/100ml melebihi had ditetapkan 50mg/100ml pada 8 Ogos lalu.
Eric Wamumbi dismisses calls to protect votes as rhetoric that risks fuelling chaos
Mathira Member of Parliament Eric Wamumbi has dismissed calls for young people to be mobilised to protect votes during elections, arguing that such rhetoric risks creating unnecessary tension and…
- Eric Wamumbi dismisses calls to protect votes as rhetoric
- Such mobilization could spark unnecessary tension and chaos
- Elections should proceed within polling stations under supervision
Israeli forces arrive in Qusra in the dead of night to evacuate Jewish extremists
Security forces that arrived overnight to evacuate the outpost are still in the area, and residents have been instructed to avoid 'unnecessary vehicle movement'; Jewish extremists to be removed later…
Takaichi Cabinet's Approval Rate Almost Flat at 48.4 Pct: Jiji Poll
Tokyo, Aug. 13 (Jiji Press)--Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet edged down 0.6 percentage point from the previous month to 48.4 pct in August, a Jiji Press survey…
Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng's final UN report highlights reproductive genocide as a public health crisis
In an age of misinformation and targeted political attacks, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng's final report serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing struggle for health equity and human rights. Her call for justice reverberates beyond the confines of the UN, compelling us all to reflect on our responsibilities in the face of global crises.
Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Government plans to end 'accompanied drinking' for young minors, German intelligence agencies granted expanded ability to respond amid growing hybrid threats, people across Europe witness solar eclipse and more news on Thursday, August 13th.
Sentinel Peak rescue: Five stranded hikers brought to safety after treacherous snowstorm
They had very little warm weather gear and their food supplies were depleted.
Indonesia’s free meals drive leaves remote kitchen investors deep in debt
Initial guidelines promised investors returns of 120% above upfront costs over four years, but around 700 government-contracted remote kitchens are still awaiting repayment.
Air Force to stop reporting number of launched, destroyed ballistic missiles – spokesperson
The military leadership has decided to limit information regarding the number of Russia ballistic missiles during massive attacks in morning summaries, stated Chief of Communications of the Air Force…
How Ruto’s new university funding could take 25% of graduates’ salaries
President William Ruto’s plan to provide 100 per cent government funding for students joining universities and colleges from September 2026 could remove the upfront cost of higher education, but…
Johor wants to give stray dogs a better shot at life, Netherlands-style
PASIR GUDANG, Aug 13 — The Johor government plans to adopt the Netherlands’ widely cited approach to managin...
Trump enlists private sector cyber firms in new offensive against foreign criminal groups
The idea of private sector firms participating in cyber operations against criminal and other targets is not new, and has been controversial in the past.
Iraq’s PM seeks to disarm Iran-backed militias, but Tehran wants to meddle - analysis
Iran-backed militias in Iraq have roots stretching back to the 1980's and are the product of decades of Iranian policy aimed at cultivating armed proxies beyond its borders.
- Iraq's Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi seeks to disarm Iranian-backed militias.
- Iran's Esmail Ghaani visits Iraq to rally support for the militias.
- US backs Al-Zaidi's efforts to rein in Iranian-backed militias.
Trump shifts Iran strategy towards economic pressure
The Trump administration is intensifying economic pressure on Iran as Washington struggles to translate months of military operations into political concessions from Tehran.
US strikes targeting Houthis killed 153 civilians in Yemen last year, Pentagon review says
Washington (AP) -- U.S. airstrikes targeting Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen last year killed more than 150 civilians, according to a Pentagon r
Nigerian youths not burden – Peter Obi
The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says Nigerian youths are not a burden to be managed.
Police issue warning over compromised Telegram accounts due to fake public transport voucher links
Scammers will be able to seize control of the victims' Telegram account once they provide the OTP.
‘Student visa is a temporary document to study,' international students told to leave Canada when visa expires
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith emphasizes that international students must return home once their study visas expire without permanent residency.
NSFAS funding crisis: Minister Manamela warns of R15 billion shortfall
Minister Buti Manamela reveals a staggering R15 billion funding shortfall at NSFAS, urging immediate action to address the growing financial crisis affecting South African students
Ukraine needs 5% of U.S. interceptor stocks to survive winter – Zelenskyy
Ukraine needs at least 5% of the U.S. interceptor missile stockpile to survive the winter, while 10% would be enough to prevent all Russian ballistic missile strikes, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
Ramaphosa sends condolences to Zimbabwe following ferry accident
The President says South Africa stands in solidarity with the people of Zimbabwe.
How to Check Hollywoodbets Results
Knowing how to check Hollywoodbets results is useful when you want to find out the outcome of a sports bet or check the results of completed sporting events.
Norway commends Pakistan's 'constructive role' in US-Iran conflict
Norway on Thursday commended Pakistan’s “important and constructive role” to mediate between the United States and Iran amid the Middle East conflict.
A punishing European drought shrivels crops from Dutch potatoes to Bosnian corn
WOLPHAARTSDIJK, Netherlands (AP) — A cloud of dust billows behind Maarten Janse’s tractor as he spreads a mixture of compost, straw and manure over a field to nourish the parched soil.
Platforms failed to stop death threats against activists, report says
Advocates against the sexualisation of girls in media detail the abuse and threats of violence they received after petitioning for the removal of video games featuring gendered violence.
Zelensky Says 5% of US Patriot Missiles Could Save Ukraine This Winter
President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN that Ukraine urgently needs more US Patriot interceptors as Russia increases its ballistic missile attacks.
Free meals drive leaves remote kitchen investors deep in debt
Mounting debts are the latest blow for an initiative that has struggled with governance issues, supply chains problems, mass food poisoning cases and financial cutbacks since it was launched last…
How to Check FNB eWallet
Knowing how to check FNB eWallet is useful when you want to confirm whether an eWallet has been received, check its status, or find information about a transaction.
Minister admits to 13 867 hours lost in Home Affairs services
Home Affairs offices lost 13,867 hours to system failures last year, minister Leon Schreiber said.
How to Check FNB Airtime Balance
Knowing how to check FNB airtime balance is useful when you want to see how much airtime you have available before making calls, sending SMS messages, or using other mobile services. FNB provides cellphone banking and digital banking options that can help you manage airtime and other account services conveniently.