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Action plan on cards to avert traffic snarls in Kerala’s Kozhikode during Onam
Entry of solo-driven cars to Kozhikode city likely to be restricted as part of crowd control measures
Son, mother face trial over alleged plot to kill father in Kano
A young man, Nura Usman and his mother, Izzatu Aminu have been arraigned before Magistrate’s Court sitting in Nomansland, Kano, on charges of conspiracy and attempted murder.
South Africa: Vrygrond Residents Demand Answers After Death At Police Station
[GroundUp] A woman recovering from a C-section was handcuffed and taken to Muizenberg SAPS
South Africa: Why Do Joburg's Taps Keep Running Dry?
[GroundUp] Poor management has caused frequent, prolonged water outages and left many families dependent on water tankers
Can the Taliban implement the 'Syrian model'?
Can the Taliban implement the 'Syrian model'? newspress_en Fri, 08/14/2026 - 16:33 Politics It has been five years since the US-led NATO invasion of Afghanistan came to an end on 15 August 2021.
Nitin Thakker: ‘Political leaders were far more approachable, had clean image’
India@79: Donning the black gown since 1968, Thakker has been on the electric tram that ceased operations in '64 and the underground Metro Line 3 opened in 2025
NPP regional elections 2026: Key contests, candidates and regions to watch
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) heads into its regional executive elections this weekend with keen contests expected across the country as it begins a major reorganisation ahead of the 2028…
Somalia: Somali President Says Government Has No Hostility Towards Its People
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said Friday that the federal government had no hostility towards any Somali citizen, insisting that the country's political disputes were…
Lt Gen Arvind Mahajan (Retd): ‘We were hailed as the generation of New India’
Serving during the Kargil War, he says, was among the most defining experiences of his military career.
Maharashtra Launches 7-Month Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Revenue Lok Adalat Campaign To Settle Pending Revenue Disputes
Mumbai, August 15, 2026: The Maharashtra Revenue Department has announced a seven-month statewide campaign to settle pending revenue disputes through Lok Adalats, aiming to provide relief to lakhs of…
Indra Mohan Pandey: ‘Panditji just passed by us... I could see him clearly’
India@79: Pandey has watched India move from radio and trunk calls to smartphones and from scarcity and protectionism to liberalisation and globalisation
A stray goat named Borka has become the Spartan Brigade’s mascot after 18 months on the front lines in Donetsk Oblast
The soldiers once pulled on body armor and helmets and drove back into drone range to bring him out.
NALSAR alumni condemn BCI letters
‘Letters, issued on August 13, reflected a lack of empathy towards students, disregarding fundamental right to free speech and arbitrary and high-handed approach towards students and faculty’
E-bike injuries in kids are surging in the U.S. These jurisdictions want parents to be held liable
As traumatic injuries and deaths surge among children involved in crashes on e-bikes and other electrified vehicles , one California prosecutor is cracking down by pursuing criminal charges against…
4WD badly damaged after tree falls on vehicle in Tuaran
TUARAN: A four-wheel-drive vehicle was badly damaged after a fallen tree landed on it along Jalan Bolong, near Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Pekan Tuaran, here, this afternoon.
2027: We’ll present single opposition presidential candidate – G-100
A group of politicians, under the aegis of the G-100 which is pushing for the emergence of a single opposition presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, has expressed optimism that its…
Trump's been railing against the electromagnetic catapults on the Navy's newest carriers for years. Now, he's pushing a return to steam.
The president has repeatedly criticized the electromagnetic catapults and weapons elevators on the USS Gerald R. Ford supercarrier.
- Trump opposes EMALS on Navy's newest carriers for years.
- Advocates return to steam-powered systems for future carriers.
- Directive issued to plan steam and hydraulic system replacement.
Netanyahu brands Britain an ‘Islamic republic’ as it prepares Israel sanctions
Netanyahu brands Britain an ‘Islamic republic’ as it prepares Israel sanctions Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Fri, 08/14/2026 - 14:49 The Israeli prime minister attacks London despite years of British arms sales, intelligence sharing and diplomatic protection A collage photo of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Britain's Prime…
On the campaign trail for United Russia, Putin kicks a soccer ball, admires giant halibut, and dons a sailor’s uniform
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been traveling actively around Russia in recent weeks — since the start of summer, he has visited seven regions outside Moscow and St. Petersburg. Before that, he had not left the two capitals and the Novgorod region (where his residence in Valdai is located) for a record seven months.
Mumbai Police Bust Alleged ₹30-Crore Ponzi And MLM Investment Racket; 4 Arrested In AI Origin-Digital Origin Probe
Mumbai, August 15, 2026: The Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU) of the Mumbai Police’s Economic Offences Wing has busted an alleged Ponzi and multi-level marketing (MLM) racket that lured investors with…
Singapore’s Israel Tightrope
The city-state’s ties with Israel have been built on a history that very few other Asian countries can boast. But Singapore can still say "no."
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in striking reversal
Luigi Mangione is facing the possibility of life in federal prison for stalking charges related to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Body found stuffed in suitcase in Perak River
The bag, wrapped in plastic, was discovered by a boat operator ferrying tourists.
USS George Washington in Photos—and How It Compares to USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington recently passed through the Strait of Malacca, toward the Indian Ocean, according to officials.
- USS George Washington replaces USS Abraham Lincoln in Pacific deployment.
- Both ships are Nimitz-class carriers with 5,000 sailors each.
- Washington's route includes Singapore Strait and Strait of Malacca.
Disputed Yiidana chief and son shot dead in Gushegu
A disputed chief and his son have been shot dead late Thursday night in the Yiidana community of the Gushegu District of the Northern Region, reigniting a chieftaincy conflict that has simmered for nearly four years.
Who is Count Binface? ‘Bin-on-head’ comic claims 'moral victory' against Nigel Farage in UK's Clacton by-election
The by-election was boycotted by the UK's main political parties, which described the contest as a farce.
Kalonzo to United Opposition: Abandon united front and you will be punished
He warned opposition politicians against pursuing individual political interests.
Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign: Thousands Join Patriotic Rallies Across MP Ahead Of Independence Day
Jhabua (Madhya Pradesh): Around 6,000 to 7,000 people joined a grand Tiranga Yatra led by Sub-Divisional Magistrate Bhaskar Gachle in Thandla on Friday ahead of Independence Day.
‘Economic Isolation’ Plan for Iran, Farage Wins UK Election | The Opening Trade 8/14/2026
The US will soon announce unprecedented economic measures against Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, intensifying the Trump administration’s effort to force Tehran’s capitulation after…
‘Your background does not determine your destiny’ – UG Dean of Student Affairs tells youth
The Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Ghana, Prof. Rosina Kyerematen, has urged young people to develop the courage, resilience and discipline required to translate their dreams and talents…
IEC ensures that persons with disabilities are not marginalized
IEC ensures that persons with disabilities are not marginalized ahead of the November elections.
National unity and pride mark Pakistan Independence Day celebrations
Pakistanis have celebrated deep bonds with their home country and the UAE during Independence Day celebrations that drew them together across the Emirates.
Indian ambassador calls on young people to continue to work for progress of UAE
India’s ambition to transform from a developing country into a developed nation in a “golden age” marks the start of the 79th anniversary celebrations of independence from British colonial rule.
'Not a word': German top leadership silent on sky-rocketing heat deaths
Hot weather events have killed an estimated 12,500 people in Germany so far this year, but the chancellor has yet to address the issue publicly.
Police uncover plot to kidnap bishops’ wives in Plateau
The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of some suspects in connection with an alleged attempt to kidnap the wives of two Anglican Bishops of Jos.
Map Shows Executions This Year As Three States Kill Inmates In A Day
Alabama, Oklahoma and Tennessee executed inmates on Thursday—the first time three states have done so in one day since 2010.
- Three states, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Alabama, executed inmates on the same day.
- Carlos Cuesta-Rodriguez, executed in Oklahoma, expressed remorse for 2003 murder.
- Maya Foa, CEO of Reprieve US, warned of botched executions due to rushed procedures.
In Korea, more babies are born in places where chips are made
In Korea, the places where chips are made also happen to be where more children are born. “An obstetrician tells me everyone in this neighborhood has two or three kids,” said Shin Jung-won, 39, who…
650,000 refugees in South Sudan could lose food aid within weeks, says UN
South Sudan is facing one of the world's worst hunger crises as it receives about 3,000 refugees and returnees from conflict-torn Sudan each week.
Rs. 5,000 Fine for Second Marriage Without Permission of First Wife Declared UnIslamic
The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) and the chairman of the Senate Standing Committee on Religious Affairs have opposed the … Read More The post Rs.
I live in London, where we're experiencing our 5th heat wave. I have no AC, so here's how I'm surviving my workday.
The UK is going through its fifth heat wave this summer, making work, commuting, and dinner nearly impossible for me. I found some ways to stay cool.
‘It’s not my child’: SG woman pushes back after in-laws ask her to help support brother-in-law’s kid
She said the latest request felt especially unfair after years of paying for family meals and being expected to give generous wedding and baby gifts.
What we know about Israeli settlers' siege on Palestinian homes in Qusra
For almost a week, Israeli settlers, with the military standing by in full view, have besieged Palestinian families in the occupied West Bank village of Qusra, in an attempt to force them from their…
Fees to retrieve impounded vehicles double from today
Higher fees to retrieve impounded vehicles, including scramblers, from gardaí have come into force today.
Historic Submarine Restoration Reveals a Hidden Connection to a Lost Sister Ship That Sank During World War II
Experts working on the USS "Silversides" found a flood valve that appears to have been destined for its sister ship, the USS "Trigger." The vessel sank in the East China Sea on March 28, 1945
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
Russian ships move Ukrainian agricultural products through occupied ports
Energy exports remain one of Russia’s main sources of financing for its war against Ukraine, while Moscow also uses stolen Ukrainian grain as a tool of influence over other countries, Ukraine’s…
Across the world authoritarians want to tell us what a ‘good life’ looks like. Here’s how liberals must respond | Alexandre Lefebvre
From Maga to Hungary’s Fidesz and Australia’s One Nation, politics is returning to its oldest question: what makes a life worth living?
Abbas fought the Taliban alongside US and Australian troops. Now exiled in Iran, he feels abandoned
Five years after the fall of Kabul, the former Afghan soldier is stuck in the middle of a new American war War is Abbas’s* earliest memory.
Will Labor or the Coalition have the guts to reverse ‘the worst public policy decision’ of the century? Don’t be daft
The Productivity Commission has picked apart Scott Morrison’s 2018 GST deal that gives Western Australia an outsized share of revenue.
Civilian Casualties in Ukraine in July Hit Highest Monthly Toll Since March 2022, UN Says
The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine confirmed that at least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured last month.
How a US crackdown is upending plans for Chinese ‘birth tourists’
Li, a woman in her late twenties from southwestern China, is anxious about her coming interview for a 10-year US visa. She has big plans for her travels – a weeks-long stay next year that would be her first visit to the country – followed by a planned return trip in two years while pregnant so her child can attain American citizenship.
Charles Molapisi: From mountain climbs to community upliftment
Charles Molapisi, an MTN executive and passionate cyclist, uses his love for endurance cycling to foster personal growth and uplift his home village, turning challenges into opportunities for others.
Indiana river breaks 1913 flooding record as governor declares state of emergency
The White River in Indiana rose to record-breaking levels as more than 11 inches of rain has fallen east of Indianapolis since Tuesday.
See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
Ukraine to face new fuel crisis risk this winter, analyst warns
A brief fuel-market crunch in Ukraine in July showed that the situation could become significantly more difficult this fall and winter, and the country needs to start building decentralized reserves…