Eastern Cape man arrested after allegedly beating his mother to death
The man was arrested on Friday evening after being beaten and detained by community members.
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Drivers warned to not drive as Heathrow chaos leaves thousands of holidaymakers facing a nightmare start to their getaway
Something has gone wrong at one of the world’s busiest airports, and anyone due to fly this weekend needs to […]
Swine fever outbreak leaves over 1,000 pigs dead in Kiambu
More than 20 farms across Juja, Thika, and Ruiru have been hit by African swine fever.
Vienna’s toilet fees spark gender equality debate in court
VIENNA, Aug 15 — Viennese woman is suing the city council for discrimination over access to public toil...
Osun Decides: 143 suspected electoral mercenaries arrested in Ikire
No fewer than 143 persons suspected of being electoral mercenaries have been arrested by the Osun State Police Command at read more Osun Decides: 143 suspected electoral mercenaries arrested in Ikire
Sifuna leads Kenyans in mourning Khalwale’s wife Gloria Sekeiyan
Leaders across the country have rallied behind Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale following the sudden death of his wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
- Senator Boni Khalwale mourning wife Gloria Sekeiyan's death on August 15, 2026.
- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna offers condolences to Khalwale and family.
- Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi confirms Gloria's death was due to heart attack.
Working on comprehensive rehab plan for flood-hit families: Assam CM
In his Independence Day message, Himanta Biswa Sarma says a loan repayment moratorium would be provided to ease the financial burden on such families
Church leaders must stay non-partisan, avoid political endorsements — Cleric
A cleric urges church leaders to stay non-partisan and avoid political endorsements, preserving the spiritual integrity of the church and focusing on bibli Read More: https://punchng.com/church-leaders-must-stay-non-partisan-avoid-political-endorsements-cleric/
Samson’s Take: When religion threatens peace, sanity must prevail
A situation that's almost brought some problems to this country that's had a peaceful religious situation of coexistence between Christians and Muslims.
Kremlin not planning new mass call-up despite troop shortages — Guardian
The Kremlin currently has no plans to launch a new wave of mobilization despite mounting battlefield losses and military manpower shortages, The Guardian reported on Aug. 14, citing sources familiar with internal discussions in Russia.
‘Only Iran commands this strait’: Tehran fires back at Trump over Hormuz annexation vow
TEHRAN, Aug 15 — Iran on Saturday fired back at US President Donald Trump’s claim that he would soon declare...
And if the divided rule?
Should the wheels come off for Trump, this would be another question-mark over Milei’s re-election chances. Leer más
Israeli strike on southern Lebanon kills seven in worst toll since June, state media says
Lebanese state media said an Israeli strike in the country’s south early Saturday killed seven people, the worst toll since deals in June saw a lull in hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. The national news agency (NNA) said Israel “escalated its attacks on the south” early Saturday, reporting that “a strike launched by enemy…
‘PoK would have joined Jammu and Kashmir if…’: CM Omar Abdullah's pitch for statehood in Independence Day address
His remarks come amid continued action by Pakistani security forces against people in PoK, with several protesters reportedly killed in firing in recent months.
Osun Decides: Voting commences in Osogbo, Olorunda LGs
Voting has commenced across polling units in Osogbo and Olorunda local government areas of Osun State. DAILY POST observed that despite the initial fears of voter apathy due to pre-election violence…
SRD grant legal battle heads to Supreme Court of Appeal
The Supreme Court of Appeal will hear the Social Relief of Distress Grant on August 25th, 2026
- SRD grant legal battle to reach Supreme Court of Appeal
- High Court ruled grant's online system irrational and unconstitutional
- Government disputes appeal, citing financial unsustainability
'Anti-National' Row: BJP Slams Karnataka Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan After He Seeks Exemption From Vijayapura Tricolour Hoisting
Bengaluru: Karnataka Housing and Wakf Minister B Z Zameer Ahamed Khan has kicked up a controversy by seeking exemption from hoisting tricolor at Vijayapura, for which he is the in-charge minister.
Two American Airlines jet with same flight number avoid possible disaster
A potential disaster was averted Friday when a Phoenix air traffic controller recognized two American Airlines jets mistakenly were flying the same flight number and acted quickly to avoid confusion…
Indonesia quake kills at least 20 on Flores
A powerful magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia’s Flores region early on Saturday, killing at least 20 people, damaging buildings and triggering landslides as rescuers struggled to reach…
- Magnitude-7.7 earthquake strikes Indonesia's Flores region
- At least 20 deaths reported, damage to infrastructure significant
- Rescue efforts hampered by blocked roads and disrupted communications
Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge skip Red Fort I-Day event for second year in a row, BJP calls it 'childish'
Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge skipped the Red Fort Independence Day celebrations for the second year in a row. Sources cited protocol and seating concerns, while the BJP criticised their absence.
End-of-snow parties end in arrests as KZN drunk-driving tally hits 6 549
Sixteen motorists were arrested for drunk driving in Newcastle following End-of-Snow parties in KwaZulu-Natal, pushing the province's total to 6,549 since the launch of the #NenzaniLaEzweni operation.
'Name the two-faced people,' Akmal tells Kamil Munim
AYER KEROH: Umno Youth has challenged PKR Youth chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim to identify the party he claimed was practising "two-faced politics" and threatening the unity government.
Vanakkam Gen Z, warning to foes: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay delivers strong message in first Independence day speech
The Tamil Nadu chief minister reiterated his government's commitment to uproot corruption from the state.
Russia Delays New Mobilization Wave Despite Rising Troop Losses
The Kremlin currently has no plans to initiate a new mobilization wave despite growing frontline losses and troop shortages.
Youth protests find echo in Minister’s I-Day speech in Shivamogga
Youth should question government and society, says Minister
Geoeconomics: Derisking in dealings with China is no longer enough
It's no longer just about perspectives for trade and investments, but rather about job losses and political capacity for action. A guest post.
How a pragmatic axis could reshape the Middle East
How a pragmatic axis could reshape the Middle East Submitted by Marco Carnelos on Tue, 08/11/2026 - 16:51 The Mecca agreement could do more to determine the region's trajectory than anything decided…
- "Sunni axis" formed by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey
- Mecca agreement envisions NATO-style collective security
- Egypt and Qatar serve as external allies in evolving coalition
Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday found dead amidst plagiarism row
Jason Arday, the former University of Cambridge professor at the centre of a plagiarism row, has been found dead. Emergency services said a man was found “unresponsive” at an address in Battersea…
NPP regional election: Bodyguards, large supporter groups banned
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has tightened security measures ahead of its regional executive elections, directing candidates not to bring bodyguards or large groups of supporters to voting centres.
Afdlin Shauki wants PKR division chiefs named GE candidates early
AYER KEROH: Setiawangsa PKR division chief Datuk Afdlin Shauki has proposed that all party division chiefs be named as candidates for the next general election early, giving them time to work the ground and build public confidence.
Punjab Police Arrest 108 Over Independence Day Violations
Punjab Police arrested 108 people and registered 91 cases across the province for various violations during Independence Day celebrations, including … Read More The post Punjab Police Arrest 108 Over Independence Day Violations appeared first on ProPakistani .
Mir Raza Ali's murder: Interim bail of deceased's business partner extended till Aug 24
KARACHI: A session court on Saturday extended the interim pre-arrest bail of a man said to be the business partner of Mir Raza Ali, a young businessman whose body was found last month after he went…
Inside the Democrat Civil War: Progressives' Problem With Black Voters
As a progressive wave washes over Democratic primaries, many Black voters are sticking with more moderate candidates.
- Progressives struggle to win Black voters in Democratic primaries.
- Moderate candidates perform well in areas with significant Black populations.
- Success among Black voters depends on delivering election results.
Have we been missing the little things that remind us the kampung spirit is very much alive?
More than just coming together to play games at a community club or void deck.
Empathy for colonial-era victims key to closer Japan ties: S. Korea's Lee
SEOUL (Kyodo) -- South Korean President Lee Jae Myung called Saturday for empathy toward victims of Japan's colonial rule to build a foundation for de
US K-12 immersion schools expand across country for early-age Chinese language education
At the Goodtime Chinese School in the Bethany suburb of Portland, Oregon, an American child stops school director Zhou Yanzhuo, of China, in the hallway to ask a question in English. She requests that he speak in Chinese and the third grader, who has no Chinese heritage, handily switches languages.
Ebola kills a victim every 30 minutes in DR Congo: UN
The Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is now killing a victim every 30 minutes, a top UN humanitarian official said Friday, calling for greater international action.
The Flight Instructor Was Struck by a Hijacker’s Odd Meaning of ‘Joy Ride’
Real pilots like to fly planes. What explains a flight school student who doesn't? FBI agents went to search Moussaoui's rooms.
The Day Putin Peaked
"Unfortunately, today we are not too close to the end of the conflict," a Russian analyst told Newsweek, a year after the summit.
Farm organisations and minister to meet as drought crisis deepens
Growing fears that farmers will be left without winter fodder due to recent lack of grass growth
Karnataka Gutka Ban Row Deepens As Health Minister U T Khader Refuses To Withdraw Order Despite CM Shivakumar’s Directive
Bengaluru: The banning of Gutka and Pan Masala, which contains tobacco and nicotin is taking a twist every day, with the Health Minister U T Khader refusing to withdraw the government notification issued on August 12, despite directions from the Chief Minister D K Shivakumar.
As PKR grapples with departures, Anwar makes fresh appeal for estranged old friends to return
AYER KEROH, Aug 15 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today appealed to former PKR leaders and members who...
Umany urges timeline for AUKU repeal
KUALA LUMPUR: Universiti Malaya Association of New Youth (Umany) has urged the government to immediately announce a clear timeline for the repeal of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971…
NPP elects regional executives today
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is holding its regional executive elections today, Saturday, August 15, 2026, as part of efforts to reorganise and strengthen its structures ahead of the 2028 general…
Human rights: Taliban celebrate takeover of Afghanistan five years ago
Rain of flowers from helicopters and car parades: How the Taliban stage their takeover in Kabul.
Drug-Driver Wrecks Torrevieja Restaurant Terrace
A woman faces a €1,000 fine and the loss of six driving licence points after crashing her car into a restaurant terrace in central Torrevieja and subsequently testing positive for drugs.
- Female driver crashes into Torrevieja restaurant terrace.
- Drug test positive, cause of impairment unverified.
- Administrative fine of €1,000 and six license points likely.
Nawaz seeks to ease tensions with PPP, says political differences should not become hostility
Presses federal government to accelerate development in Azad Jammu and Kashmir
Nigerian police arrest, repatriate Chadian, Mahadijiria Abdoulaye wanted for murder
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested and repatriated a Chadian national, Mahadijiria Abdoulaye, who was wanted by authorities in N’Djamena over the alleged murder of Nazik Mahamat Saleh. The Force, in a statement on Saturday by its spokesperson, CSP Ani Iniedu, said Abdoulaye was arrested by operatives of the INTERPOL National Central…
Police Warn of Growing Threat from Violent Organised Gangs in Murcia
Police unions have warned that increasingly sophisticated and heavily armed criminal gangs are establishing operations across the Region of Murcia, while officers lack the personnel, equipment and technological resources needed to confront them.
Syarikat penerbangan nafi helikopter terbakar di kemudahannya
KarbonMRO berkata helikopter Kamov Ka-32S yang terlibat dalam insiden di Lapangan Terbang Subang itu bukan pelanggan syarikat.
Dubai Municipality records 1,761 construction violations in one month
Dubai Municipality intensified inspections of the emirate’s construction sector in July 2026, carrying out 4,992 visits to projects under construction and recording more than 1,761 engineering and…
Israeli mother and daughter badly beaten on Koh Phangan
A French man accused of brutally attacking an Israeli mother and daughter on Koh Phangan, causing injuries requiring surgery, has reportedly been released on bail of 100,000 baht.
Subang airport runway reopens after helicopter fire, eight flights diverted
A UKRAINIAN-registered helicopter exploded and caught fire while undergoing an engine operation test at a maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Subang at…
- Ukrainian helicopter caught fire at Subang Airport, injuring one crew member.
- Runway closed for eight hours, diverting eight incoming flights.
- Runway reopened at 2:57pm after investigation by AAIB.
B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan's patriotism unquestionable, says Karnataka Minister on refusal to hoist national flag
BJP is needlessly politicising absence, says M.B. Patil
PKR ambil serius pandangan akar umbi, kata Fahmi
Ketua Penerangan PKR berkata pandangan perwakilan penting untuk memantapkan gerak kerja.