Will More Epstein Files Come Out? Trump DOJ To Answer For Redactions In Court Today
The judge has said Attorney General Todd Blanche made claims about the Epstein files that “do not comply” with the court’s order.
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Travel insurance could protect travellers from exorbitant medical bills
Medical emergencies abroad can quickly result in hospital bills running into hundreds of thousands or even millions of rand.
UP polls: How parties are vying for Dalit votes amid Mayawati’s shrinking base
A notable evolution in Dalit politics is unfolding in Uttar Pradesh, marked by a decline in the Bahujan Samaj Party's dominance.
Mumbai Connectivity Infra Gets Major Boost As CM Fadnavis Launches 4 MMRDA Projects, Advances Twin Tunnel Work
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday inaugurated four major infrastructure projects by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), aimed at improving…
Suspected heart attack behind fatal Jalan Macalister MPV crash, cops say [WATCH]
GEORGE TOWN: A 36-year-old woman died while receiving treatment at Penang Hospital following a crash involving her MPV and two parked motorcycles on Jalan Macalister here today.
21 states forfeit N97.5bn education fund despite out-of-school crisis
As Nigeria grapples with a deepening out-of-school crisis, billions of naira earmarked to improve access to education have gone unclaimed read more 21 states forfeit N97.5bn education fund despite…
America really might restore democracy to Venezuela
Thank Marco Rubio, but beware the caprice of his boss
‘I’ve reached the limit of how much I can worry’: brother joins search for missing Israelis in Vienna
Ronen Yahalomi says his sister Mali had only half a day to prepare for the surprise trip organized by her daughter Liel, dismissing speculation surrounding her banking job as Austrian and Israeli…
Pirates held her hostage for 93 days. She says surviving taught her what really matters when life falls apart.
Jessica Buchanan endured scorpions, death threats, and weeks of isolation in the Somali desert. She says survival came down to protecting one thing.
Explosion in Rotterdam kills at least one person, is under investigation
The cause of the explosion is still unclear and is being investigated.
Settler leaders denounce Kusra violence: ‘This is not our way’
Yesha Council chairman Yisrael Ganz and Beit El council head Shai Alon condemn extremists, with Alon warning that the violence is causing “irreversible damage” to Israel and the settlement movement.
Israel's Ukraine envoy: Oct. 7 transformed Jerusalem-Kyiv ties after years of tension - interview
Israel's outgoing envoy to Kyiv believes his tenure should ultimately be judged by what the embassy accomplished amid extraordinary tension during Putin's war on Ukraine.
Osun poll: APC chieftain warns against violence, sell-out
Ahead of Saturday’s Osun election, an APC chieftain warns party members against violence and sell-out, urging unity for Bola Oyebamiji’s victory. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-apc-chieftain-warns-against-violence-sell-out/
Osun poll: NSCDC vows action against election disruptors
The NSCDC vows decisive action against anyone attempting to disrupt the Osun governorship election on August 15. Learn about security preparedness and vote Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-poll-nscdc-vows-action-against-election-disruptors/
LeBlanc will meet with Greer as clock ticks down toward looming 50% tariffs
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc is in Washington, D.C., along with Canada’s chief trade negotiator Janice Charette as new U.S. tariffs loom.
Joburg Water fast-tracks projects to secure Midrand’s water supply
The utility says construction of the new 20-megalitre Carlswald Reservoir is 25% complete.
- Johannesburg Water accelerating infrastructure projects for Midrand's water supply
- Carlswald Reservoir construction 25% complete, completion next July
- Erand Tower and Pump Station halted due to budget constraints
Benue traditional rulers seeks stronger security action against child kidnapping
The Gboko Area Traditional Council has urged security agencies to intensify measures to curb the rising incidents of child kidnapping in Gboko, assuring them of its unwavering cooperation in…
Christian Council condemns assault on handcuffed cleric, calls for calm and lawful action
The Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) has condemned the assault of a handcuffed Christian cleric at the Police Headquarters in Accra, warning that the actions of a few individuals must not undermine Ghana’s longstanding religious harmony.
Evacuation under way in Odesa region, 15 buses deployed to transport passengers – authorities
Evacuation efforts are continuing in Odesa region at the site of a Russian strike on passenger trains, according to Head of Odesa Regional Military Administration Oleh Kiper.
Karachi court acquits drug baroness Anmol ‘Pinky’ in 3 cases
KARACHI: A sessions court on Thursday acquitted alleged drug baroness Anmol alias Pinky in three narcotics cases registered at Karachi’s Gizri police station. The three cases were registered against Pinky at the Gizri police station in 2020, 2021 and 2022, and she had been declared an absconder.
IEA expects world oil demand to fall amid surging gas prices
Demand for crude oil worldwide is expected to fall as higher gas prices force many consumers and businesses to reduce their consumption, according to the IEA.
Manhunt launched after inmate escapes from Manitoba jail
Manitoba RCMP are searching for an inmate who escaped from Milner Ridge Correctional Centre Wednesday. Mounties were notified of the prisoner escape at the provincial jail in the RM of […]
Indonesia’s wildfire season surges as haze spreads into Malaysia
JAKARTA — Haze from fires in Indonesian Borneo has drifted across the border into the Malaysian portion of the island, pushing air pollution there to “very unhealthy levels” and causing school…
West Bengal: BJP’s Rajya Sabha MP loses top honour over ‘derogatory’ remarks against Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
West Bengal has revoked the Banga Bibhushan award from Nagendra Ray, known as Ananta Maharaj, effective immediately. The decision follows controversial comments he made about Netaji Subhas Chandra…
Osun Election: Ensure credible, peaceful poll — Observers urge INEC, political parties, others
The Osun Election Civil Society Observers’ Coordination Group has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, security agencies, political parties and other stakeholders to ensure a…
Who is Mirza Fakhrul? BNP nominates party's secretary general for presidential election in Bangladesh
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party nominated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as its presidential candidate on Thursday, ahead of the August 20 election.
Niger Pilgrims Board Set September 20 As Deadline For Payment of 2027 Hajj Deposits
Laleye Dipo in Minna The Niger State Pilgrims Welfare Board has set September 20, this year for the payment of deposits by potential 2027 Hajj pilgrims. A statement by the
'No NALSAR 2026 graduate will be advocate': BCI's strong stand amid CJI invite row
The Bar Council of India has put a pause on NALSAR's enrollments for the 2026 law graduates. This decision comes in the wake of an alleged smear campaign against Chief Justice Surya Kant's presence at…
Multi-million-rand infrastructure theft: Suspected guardrail kingpin arrested in KZN
Authorities in KZN have arrested a suspected kingpin linked to a major syndicate stealing millions in road guardrails, signalling a crackdown on infrastructure crime.
Bengal revokes BJP MP Anant Maharaj’s Banga Bibhushan after Netaji remarks
The decision came a day after CM Suvendu Adhikari warned of strict action against those making derogatory comments against the iconic freedom fighter
French ambassador to CAR investigated over claims he hosted dozens of women
Disciplinary proceedings under way after security concerns raised over reported visits to official residence France has opened disciplinary proceedings against its ambassador to Central African…
Breaking News: Police Foil Attempted Robbery at Labone GCB Bank
The Ghana Police Service has foiled an attempted robbery at the GCB Bank branch at Labone in Accra.The incident occurred today, Thursday, August 13, 2026, with the Police confirming that two suspects…
‘Paksa daftar keahlian’: PKR Pahang dapatkan penjelasan, teliti tatacara
Setiausaha PKR Pahang Zukri Aksah menegaskan semua permohonan keanggotaan mesti dibuat secara sukarela dan dengan pengetahuan serta persetujuan jelas daripada pemohon.
PS Omollo: Security agencies ready for 2027 elections
The government has put in place an elaborate measures to ensure adequate security before, during and after the 2027 General Election, Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has said.
Turkish Ministry of Defense: Joint military exercises are part of the Makkah pact
JEDDAH — Turkish Ministry of National Defense Spokesperson Rear Admiral Zeki Aktürk announced that conducting joint military exercises among Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan is part of the Makkah…
Kallas urges EU states to release Patriot missiles from stockpiles for Ukraine
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has called on every member state holding Patriot interceptor missiles in reserve to transfer them to Ukraine.
Katsina, Security Chiefs, Intensify War Against Banditry, Terrorism
• Seek stronger collaboration to tackle scourge Francis Sardauna in Katsina Security chiefs, Katsina State Government and other stakeholders have called for stronger synergy, intelligence sharing and…
Iran, US make competing claims over control of Strait of Hormuz
DUBAI: The Strait of Hormuz is “under Iran’s control and management”, the recently appointed head of Iran’s Basij paramilitary unit said on Thursday, a day after U.S.
NHRC Cautions Against Hate Speech Ahead of 2027 Polls
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a stark warning that escalating hate speech, intimidation, incitement and divisive political rhetoric could plunge…
Asante Berko case: See copy of indictment document describing duties and roles of Ghana official 1, 2, and the others
The indictment document filed before the UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK in the Asante Kwaku Berko case indicates that the Ghana Official 2 was a high-ranking official who…
Asantehene to grace Mfantsipim School’s 150th anniversary celebrations in November
The Mfantsipim Old Boys Association has officially invited the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to the school’s 150th anniversary celebrations scheduled for November 2026.
Stop sharing graphic Ofankor accident footage – Oppong Nkrumah urges public, media
Ofoase Ayirebi Member of Parliament, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has appealed to the public and media practitioners to refrain from sharing or broadcasting graphic footage of victims of the fatal accident at…
Costco Canada recalls yogurt products that may contain mould
The Greek Gods’ Honey Yogurt and Organic Yogurt Plain items, both sold in two 650-gram containers, were recalled by the company Tuesday.
Unidentified persons break into retired engineer’s house, steal valuables
According to the police, the persons cut the window grills and entered the house while the occupants were asleep; a clues team and a sniffer dog have been deployed and CCTV footage is being checked
- Group of unidentified individuals broke into retired engineer's house.
- Intruders stole 670 grams of gold jewelry, 2 kg silver, and ₹25,000 cash.
- Police launched investigation, reviewed CCTV footage to solve case.
Sekolah perlu henti aktiviti luar bilik darjah jika IPU lebih 100
Ekoran jerebu teruk, JPN Pulau Pinang berkata, pihaknya sedang pantau IPU, dan akan ambil tindakan berdasarkan garis panduan KPM.
Ukrainian defector to Russia killed in bomb attack, Kyiv targets oil refinery
Russian sources claim Robert Shageyev, a former Ukrainian naval officer who defected to Russia in 2014, has been killed.
Malawi: 27 Fired MBC Reporters Demand K688.5m Payout After Shock Dismissals
[Nyasa Times] Twenty-seven district reporters fired by the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) have stormed the Industrial Relations Court in Zomba, demanding a staggering K688.5 million in damages…
Bombay HC Allows Action Against Kurla-Trombay Railway Safety-Zone Encroachments, Stresses Rehabilitation
Mumbai, August 13, 2026: The Bombay High Court has cleared the way for action against encroachments falling within the railway safety zone along the Kurla-Trombay section, observing that they cannot…
Orsk Refinery Shutters for 6 Months After Ukrainian Attack
On Thursday, regional governor Yevgeny Solntsev described the situation at local gas stations as “not simple everywhere, but manageable.”
Jagan Mohan Reddy accuses NDA govt. in Andhra Pradesh of pursuing vindictive politics
BC leaders from YSRCP are being targeted, victims are being shown as accused and false cases are being registered against them to gag the Opposition, alleges the party president
Israeli troops in West Bank homes besieged by settlers
Israeli troops have taken up positions inside Palestinian homes in the West Bank village of Qusra, the mayor said, after settlers trapped families in their houses.
Officials warn against East Germany nostalgia on Berlin Wall anniversary
German officials warned Thursday against the romanticisation of communist East Germany at a time the far-right and Moscow-friendly AfD has sometimes expressed nostalgia for the fallen regime.
Citizen’s Account program explains reasons for reduced support
Saudi Arabia’s Citizen’s Account program says reduced support may be due to increased family income, absence from the Kingdom, or ineligible dependents.
Sudan's RSF says it captured key town near Ethiopian and South Sudan borders
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Thursday that its fighters have captured Al Kurmuk, a strategically located southern town near the borders with Ethiopia and South Sudan. It is the second town in Blue Nile State that the group has captured this week, signalling a concerted push to drive the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) − its…
Poland Considers Sending Another Batch of Patriot Missiles to Ukraine
Poland is considering transferring another batch of Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine, with a decision expected to be made within the next few days, Polish Deputy Defense Minister Magdalena Sobkowiak-Czarnecka said in an interview with RMF FM , UATV English reports.