Bills passed in minutes, Parliament functioning at a multi-year low: The 2026 monsoon session in numbers
Amid protests and record-low working hours, the 2026 Monsoon Session passed 12 key bills in minutes without substantive debate.
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Abhijeet Dipke Warns Of Protest In Hingoli Over School Principal's Alleged Alcoholism, Teacher Shortage | VIDEO
Hingoli: Villagers in Limbala village of Maharashtra's Hingoli district have raised repeated complaints against a school principal over alleged alcoholism and demanded immediate action from senior…
NPR officer fatally shoots man in drama in Meru
A National Police Reservist (NPR) officer shot and killed a 47-year-old man in Mutuati, Meru County, in an incident that is now under investigation.
- NPR officer fatally shoots 47-year-old Julius Kariunga in Meru
- Officer used G3 rifle, discarded it at police station
- Kariunga's body sent to mortuary for postmortem examination
Weather forecast for sunday: Cool mornings, warm days and fire danger warnings
South Africans can look forward to mostly fine weather this Sunday, with cool mornings and warm afternoons. However, be cautious of extremely high fire danger warnings in parts of the Northern Cape…
Lectures remain suspended at UFH Alice Campus amid ongoing protests
Several University of Fort Hare campus buildings were set on fire amid protests
Saya akan terus berkhidmat untuk PKR, kata Nurul Izzah
Timbalan presiden PKR itu turut berterima kasih kepada ahli parti yang bersamanya ketika melalui waktu sukar, terutama ketika bapanya dipenjarakan.
BREAKING: Osun decides: Adeleke wins keenly contested governorship election
Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party has won the 2026 Osun State governorship election. The declaration of the result was made by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Returning Officer, Prof Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole, who is also the Vice Chancellor, Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Sunday morning.
Bizman climbs car bonnet to stop girlfriend leaving with friend, falls to death
A 34-year-old businessman tragically died after falling from a moving car's bonnet. This incident occurred near AIIMS Raipur following an argument with his girlfriend. He sustained severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital. Police are investigating the unnatural death and examining CCTV footage.
G.K. Vasan condemns two Chennai students’ death; calls for crackdown on illegal drugs
Citing a media report of the incident, the TMC(M) leader said it was the duty of the Tamil Nadu government to get to the motive behind the murder, arrest those involved
Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway
Dozens more are seriously injured after the tourist bus overturned in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Man killed after fight at Nairobi lounge
A 22-year-old man was killed after a fight broke out at a lounge along Kamiti Road in Nairobi’s Kasarani area on Saturday morning.
- 22-year-old Joseph Gachuhi Kaburu killed in Nairobi lounge fight
- Kaburu assaulted by bouncer during altercation at Untitled Lounge
- Bouncer arrested, investigation ongoing into surge of violent incidents
Fragile Ceasefire: Israel Reports Killing of Hezbollah Commander in Southern Lebanon
In Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday, at least eleven people were killed. According to the military, a high-ranking Hezbollah commander was also among them.
Saifuddin: Needs-based aid will benefit Malays most
AYER KEROH: Malays will remain the biggest beneficiaries of government aid even if it is distributed based on need rather than race, PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said today.
Australia gun buyback to start in November, Albanese says
Australia's most populous state will start a gun buyback scheme in November, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Saturday, launching a reform promised after last year's mass shooting at Bondi Beach.
Boy drowns while swimming at Kwale beach
An eight-year-old boy drowned while swimming with other children at Mwaepe Beach in Msambweni, Kwale County. The deceased was a Grade Three pupil at Malalani Primary School.
- Eight-year-old boy drowns at Mwaepe Beach, Kwale County
- Grade Three student from Malalani Primary School
- Police and forensic experts document tragic incident
Indonesia quake felt in Krabi, cracks found in hillside homes
KRABI — A magnitude 6.8 earthquake in northern Sumatra, Indonesia, was felt across several southern Thai provinces, including Krabi, where cracks were found in several concrete houses built on…
Biar Zahid tentukan ketua Umno N Sembilan, kata Jalaluddin
Jalaluddin Alias berkata beliau tiada masalah sama ada dikekalkan atau tidak bagi jawatan ketua Umno Negeri Sembilan.
Hardoi Man Slaps Brother 150 Times In One Hour To Keep Him Consious After Snake Bite, 15 Anti-Venom Injections Save His Life
A dramatic incident in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, has highlighted the importance of quick action after a snake bite. A 21-year-old man was reportedly bitten by a venomous snake while working in his…
DA councillor murder: PKTT nabs fifth suspect as hitmen promise to sing
The KwaZulu-Natal Political Killings Task Team has arrested a fifth suspect in the murder of DA councillor Nhlalayenza Ndlovu, following recent guilty pleas from two other suspects.
Woman punched, threatened in OUG parking row; KL police arrest three suspects with records (VIDEO)
PETALING JAYA, Aug 16 — Police have arrested three men after a woman reported being assaulted and threatened durin...
Naqvi comes to CDA chairman, Islamabad IG's defence as carriage video draws flak
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Saturday came to the defence of two government officials who drew flak after a video of them riding in a horse carriage during an Independence Day parade in Islamabad…
Maharashtra Forms High-Level Committee To Tackle Chakan Traffic & Road Woes; Pune Collector Jitendra Dudi To Lead
Pune: The Maharashtra government has formed a high-level committee to address traffic congestion, poor road conditions and traffic management issues in Chakan and its adjoining industrial areas…
Targeted diesel subsidy system improvements expected in 1-2 months - Amir Hamzah
TAWAU: Several improvements to the implementation of the targeted diesel subsidy system are being studied, with the government expected to announce them within the next one to two months, said Finance…
Bauchi police arrest two over alleged cattle theft, attempted bribery
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two men over alleged possession of stolen cattle and an attempted bribery in Alkaleri Local Government Area of the state.
‘No Room for Mistakes’: What Next for Protestors Demanding Fedorov’s Reinstatement?
The protests against Mykhailo Fedorov’s dismissal as minister of defense are increasingly expanding in focus, reflecting broader public concerns about corruption, non-transparent decision-making, and…
Textbooks in Saudi Arabia No Longer Refer to Israel as ‘Zionist Enemy’
Saudi Arabia has removed the term “Zionist Enemy” from a Grade 11 history textbook, replacing it with “Israeli Occupation.” The … Read More The post Textbooks in Saudi Arabia No Longer Refer to Israel…
Independence Day celebrations bring Pakistanis together in Sharjah
Independence Day celebrations bring Pakistanis together in Sharjah Pakistani community gathers at Pakistan Social Centre Sharjah for cultural performances, national songs and celebrations Sharjah…
University leaders welcome Auku abolishment, call for balance between freedom, accountability
KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s plan to abolish the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (Auku) has been welcomed by public university leaders as a transformative step towards strengthening…
Breaking: Adeleke Sweeps 19 of 30 LGs in Landslide Victory
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, has won the Osun governorship election held on Saturday, winning …. 19 of the 30 local governments. He polled 511,067 votes to
- Governor Ademola Adeleke wins Osun governorship election
- Secures 19 out of 30 local governments
- Defeats Bola Oyebamiji with 511,067 votes
Two monks injured as pickup crashes into their truck at U-turn
NAKHON RATCHASIMA — 16 August 2026, Two Buddhist monks were injured after their pickup truck was hit by another pickup as they made a U-turn while returning to their temple after collecting alms in…
Breaking: Adeleke Set To Be Declared Winner of Osun Election
Governor Ademola Adeleke, candidate of the Accord Party, is set to be declared winner of the governorship election held on Saturday. In the election results announced by the State Collation
Houthis abduct 163 staff from international organizations in Yemen
Yemeni official says Houthis have kidnapped 163 employees from international missions and organizations, amid ongoing attacks on the country's infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia Removes ‘Palestine’ From School Textbooks and Maps
Saudi Arabia has removed the word “Palestine” from maps in several school textbooks covering internationally recognized Israeli territory as part … Read More The post Saudi Arabia Removes ‘Palestine’…
Troops from North Korea to boost Russia's Ukraine forces
Intelligence agencies report that North Korea is preparing to send up to 50,000 troops to Russia. But military experts doubt that this will make a fundamental difference in the course of Russia's war…
I’ll continue serving PKR, says Nurul Izzah
The party's deputy president also thanked PKR members who had been with her during trying times, especially when her father was jailed.
Twelve killed and at least 10 injured in Polish bus crash in Hungary
BUDAPEST: A dozen people were killed and at least 10 injured after a Polish bus overturned at night on a motorway in eastern Hungary, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Sunday morning in a Facebook post.
Yemeni interior minister: Armed forces and security united in defending state institutions
Yemen’s interior minister says military and security forces are fighting a unified national battle to defend the republic and state institutions.
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,467,320 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The figure includes 1,510 casualties Russian forces suffered over the past day.
Navy sailor, wife and 2 children found dead at Mumbai residence; probe underway
Police are investigating the incident, while the Indian Navy said it is extending all possible assistance.
Emirati men flee Phuket police checkpoint
Two foreign nationals have been arrested in Phuket after allegedly fleeing a police checkpoint, kicking an officer’s motorcycle, and causing the officer to crash during a pursuit through Kathu…
Korea relaunches hunt for assets accumulated by pro-Japanese collaborators
Sixteen years after winding down, Korea’s Investigative Commission on Pro-Japanese Collaborators’ Property will restart operations this December to examine and seize assets illegally amassed during…
Phuket closes Freedom Beach after German tourist found dead
Freedom Beach in Phuket has been temporarily closed to visitors after a German tourist went missing at the beach and was later found dead on August 11.
MQM-P says will be approaching other parties to set off 'grand national dialogue' on new provinces
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) announced on Sunday that it was taking the initiative to begin a “grand national dialogue” on the creation of new provinces and approaching other…
Malaysian Qualifications Agency says abolition of AUKU cannot be taken lightly, urges clear guidelines
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 — The repeal of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) must be followed by...
Two injured as Mumbai-bound Air India passenger ‘accidentally’ fires gun at Varanasi airport
Two injured as Air India passenger's gun accidentally goes off at Varanasi Airport
Main property rules, water restrictions and emails: 6 essential articles for life in France
Making your second home your main home property, some possibly good news on the heatwave front, water restrictions, French e-scooter rules and why you’ve been getting emails about pixels
On the Agenda: What’s happening in France this week
A French astronaut makes history, the President and Prime Minister visit wildfire-hit areas of France, school aid payments arrive, and the domestic football season kicks off - here's what is happening…
Warangal DMO K. Surekha dies in road accident
A lorry collided with the car in which the 43-year-old District Marketing Officer was present
Settler violence: 60-year-old man among two Palestinians shot, eight beaten
Settler violence: 60-year-old man among two Palestinians shot, eight beaten Israeli settlers, backed by Israeli forces, shot at and injured two Palestinians and beat up eight others during an attack…
- 60-year-old Palestinian man shot in back and hand
- Eight Palestinians beaten in al-Ras, Hebron
- Israeli authorities evicted three Palestinians in Jerusalem
Russian strikes kill Ukrainian woman, 6 wounded as NATO jet downs drone over Romania
Russian strikes on Ukraine have killed at least one person and wounded seven more while a Spanish jet has shot down a drone that entered Romanian airspace.
'Not where the problems are': Working holiday visa slowdown divides parties
Working holidaymakers fill a labour shortage doing jobs like fruit picking, waiting tables and guiding tours in regional areas.