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Saudi Arabia arrests 14,542 residency, border and labour law violators in a week
Dubai: Saudi security authorities arrested 14,542 people for violating residency, border security and labour laws during nationwide inspection campaigns conducted over one week, the Ministry of…
Varanasi Cafe Owner Attacked, Car Set on Fire After He Refused Maggi; Alleges Extortion Bid - VIDEO
A cafe owner in Varanasi has accused a group of men of assaulting him, vandalising his establishment, hurling caste-based slurs, demanding monthly extortion money and allegedly setting a car on fire.
More than 1,000 rally at Hong Lim Park over Maju Forest, Gillman Barracks plans
Participants called for more transparency in land-use decisions and voiced concerns over the loss of green spaces, days after the government said it would retain more greenery at both sites.
Ghana receives five new envoys to strengthen diplomatic relations – Ablakwa
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has welcomed five newly designated envoys to Ghana, describing their arrival as an opportunity to strengthen the country’s diplomatic relations and…
Kyiv’s largest book market hit by Russian missiles for a second time
Several rows burned at the Kyiv landmark, extending losses from Russian strikes across Ukraine’s booksellers and publishers.
Over 30 children without bus seat in Galway for September
More than 30 children and young people in Co Galway are set to begin the new school year without access to school transport, prompting parents to call for urgent intervention from the Minister for…
Nepal helps Bhutan strengthen quake preparedness with support from PM Modi-backed coalition
During the full-scale exercise, Bhutanese authorities created a mass-casualty scenario involving the country’s largest referral hospital and two primary healthcare centres, Nepali Times reported.
- Nepal provided technical support for Bhutan's earthquake simulation on June 23
- Simulation tested emergency response coordination in Bhutan's capital Thimphu
- Bhutan and Nepal share seismically active Himalayan region vulnerability
Businessman sells assets to finance N23m cocaine deal, arrested at Lagos airport
A 48-year-old businessman, Nwankwo Innocent Onyebuchi, has been arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Lagos…
What the death sentence for former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad tells us about the future of the country
The judge who sentenced Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia last week was himself sentenced to death in absentia by the same regime years earlier. Irony in its purest form.
Met Office predicts rain, thundershowers across upper, central parts from Aug 17 to 21
More rain and thundershowers, accompanied by gusty winds, are expected across the upper and central parts of the country from Aug 17 to 21, with occasional breaks, the Punjab Provincial Disaster…
Gov Adeleke Seeks Post-Election Peace, Promises Dev’t, Good Governance
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Ademola has appealed for restoration of peace and unity among the people to heal the wounds of pre-election violence even as he
Murder inquiry after man bitten by dog dies
Police appeal for two people who stopped to help the victim in Wakefield to come forward.
Sammi Awuku denies reports of EOCO arrest
Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammi Awuku, has denied reports that he was arrested by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) on Saturday, August 15.
Mat Sabu launches book, warns Malaysians against propaganda, urges facts over allegations
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 — Accepting allegations without proper scrutiny could fuel ‘asabiyyah’, a tendenc...
Maharashtra: 3 Schoolgirls Die After Bus Rams Their Two-Wheeler In Hinganghat On Independence Day
A tragic incident has been reported from Maharashtra’s Hinganghat city, where three schoolgirls died after a travel bus allegedly rammed into their two-wheeler near Ambedkar School on Independence…
VIP Jeoun coach catches fire while awaiting scheduled Abuakwa-Accra trip; no casualties recorded
A VIP Jeoun coach scheduled to operate from Abuakwa in the Atwima Nwabiagya Municipality to Accra caught fire on Saturday evening while stationary at the Abuakwa station, management of the Transport…
Crowded Florida Race Puts Trump’s Clout to Test
Florida’s 19th Congressional District has drawn a crowded Republican field seeking to replace Byron Donalds, who is running for governor, with former Trump administration official Catalina Lauf…
NPP Western North Chairman withdraws from regional election
The incumbent Western North Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Benjamin Armah, has withdrawn from the party’s regional chairman contest.
How Indian family turns Ajman farm into refuge for 300 stranded travellers
When history remembers moments of uncertainty, it is often not the crisis that endures, but the kindness experienced during it.
Ukraine attacks Russia with hundreds of drones in one of Kyiv’s largest aerial assaults of the conflict
Russia says it shot down more than 800 Ukrainian drones overnight in what appears to be among Ukraine’s largest aerial attacks on Russia, with authorities reporting at least six people killed.
Chadian opposition leader calls for unity after presidential pardon
Former prime minister and leader of the opposition Transformers party Succes Masra was released late Friday after spending more than a year behind bars.
Saudi Border Guard arrests four, seizes 102 kg of khat in Asir, Jazan operations
JAZAN/ASIR — Border Guard land patrols arrested four Yemeni nationals in separate cases in Asir and Jazan for attempting to smuggle a total of 102 kilograms of khat, while an operation in Jazan thwarted the smuggling of 14 kilograms of hashish and 63,500 pills.
Veteran Malayalam actor Devan quits BJP, accuses party’s State unit of giving social reformer Sree Narayana Guru’s ideals the go-by
“My politics is based on the social ideals of Sree Narayana Guru. In the past five years, I have not seen them reflected in the BJP in Kerala.
Air support kicks in as record Belgian wildfire jumps in size
As smoke engulfs villages and firefighting teams grapple with the flames, the largest wildfire in Belgium's history is under intense control efforts with crucial aerial support.
Chakan MIDC Issues: Uday Samant Says Action Against Negligent Officials, Unspent Funds To Be Used For Priority Works
Pune: Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant on Sunday defended his inspection of the Chakan industrial area amid criticism over the duration of his visit.
Trapped and cut off: Palestinian families under settler siege in the West Bank
Qusra, West Bank — Loui Ridi began building a home in his native town of Qusra, in the occupied West Bank, for his two daughters.
Well-known singer arrested on suspicion of harassment, threats towards former partner
The investigation began after the singer’s former partner went to the police in the Yarkon District over the weekend and filed a complaint against him.
- Singer detained on suspicion of harassment and threats.
- Ex-partner filed complaint with Yarkon District police.
- Investigation ongoing, evaluating both accounts.
Could double jeopardy end Luigi Mangione's New York state murder case? - explainer
After Luigi Mangione pled guilty to killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, he faces state charges as well, which his lawyers say amounts to double jeopardy.
- Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges while admitting to murder.
- Mangione's lawyers request state case drop, citing potential double jeopardy violation.
- New York law permits successive prosecutions for same crime under statute.
Israeli journalists attacked in n. Ireland while filming documentary on European antisemitism
In response, the man threw a large glass beer mug at Abbas, hitting him in the head and cutting it.
- Israeli journalists Yonatan Raveh and Nadav Abbas attacked in Belfast.
- Man harassed crew, hurled antisemitic insults and gestures.
- Crew sustained severe head wound, returned safely to Israel.
Russian Attacks Destroy ArcelorMittal in Kryvyi Rih and Kyiv Book Market
Russian missile and drone strikes on Aug. 16 targeted civilian and industrial infrastructure across Ukraine. In Kryvyi Rih, a strike on the ArcelorMittal mining and metallurgical plant killed two…
Homa Bay: Sifuna says Ojwang’s death marked his final day in ODM
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna said on Sunday, August 16, 2026, that the death of Albert Ojwang marked the end of his association with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), as the Linda Mwananchi…
Teen student finds €9 million gold treasure while digging sewer line in Belgium: ‘Coins, nuggets, bullion bars’
The gold has since been moved to a secure facility in Brussels while authorities investigate its ownership.
Anambra CP introduces checkpoint monitoring to curb police extortion
Anambra State Commissioner of Police introduces checkpoint monitoring to curb police extortion and harassment, ensuring accountability and professionalism.
RCI TH: Hibah paid to depositors valid under completed contract - FT Mufti Dept
KUALA LUMPUR: Hibah (profit) distributed by Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) during years when it recorded deficits, particularly between 2014 and 2020, legally belonged to depositors, the Federal Territories Mufti Department said.
Tinubu is Osun son, I endorse him for 2027 – Adeleke speaks after victory
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 general elections. Speaking after his declaration as winner of the just concluded governorship election, Adeleke said President Tinubu is a son of Osun State.
Justin Muturi condemns goon attack on Linda Mwananchi team in Homa Bay
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has condemned the attack on the Linda Mwananchi campaign team in Homa Bay, warning that political violence and intimidation could undermine Kenya’s democratic…
- Former Attorney General Justin Muturi condemns attack on Linda Mwananchi team in Homa Bay.
- Muturi warns political violence could undermine Kenya's democratic process before 2027 election.
- He calls for peaceful political campaigns and press freedom, urging Kenyans to engage without fear.
“One of the most massive” Ukrainian drone attacks hits Moscow Oblast: two major warehouses ablaze
Footage showed fires at Koledino and Severnoye Domodedovo. Moscow’s mayor claimed 201 drones were intercepted.
Linda Mwananchi in Homa Bay: Politicians warned over incitement as police challenged to maintain order
The National Police Service on Sunday, August 16, 2026, directed officers deployed to political gatherings in Homa Bay County to maintain professionalism, impartiality, and restraint as the Linda…
Flying from Visakhapatnam? What changes from August 17 — all you need to know
Flying from Vizag? Your airport changes from Aug 17
Osun victory: Yoruba Youth Council congratulates Adeleke, says Tinubu’s democratic leadership will pay off in 2027
The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has congratulated the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Jackson Adeleke, on his victory in read more Osun victory: Yoruba Youth Council congratulates Adeleke, says…
Iran MOU Expires With Diplomacy Still in Play
Bloomberg News Middle East Reporter Dan Williams is on Bloomberg This Weekend discussing how the expiration of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding is unlikely by itself to trigger a return to…
'Govt can't act alone': Welfare Chief calls for community help as PwD cases climb
KLANG: The welfare of vulnerable groups, including the elderly, children, persons with disabilities (PwD) and bedridden patients, cannot be left to a single agency or the government alone, said Social…
Ukraine Disabled 7 of 10 Largest Wildberries Warehouses
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry stated on Aug. 16 that it has successfully disabled seven of the ten largest logistics centers belonging to the Russian e-commerce platform Wildberries.
In A Telephone Conversation, Tinubu Congratulates Adeleke On Election Victory, Says Poll Outcome Reflects People’s Will
.Tasks him to unite Osun people for growth, stability, socio-economic progress .Lauds INEC, security agencies for conducting a peaceful, transparent poll Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on…
Fear grips Westbury as gang violence claims several lives
Residents say they were kept awake by multiple gunshots that rang out across the neighbourhood
- Westbury, a town near Johannesburg, faces gang violence surge.
- Three young men killed in recent gun battles, bodies captured in photos.
- Residents march for safety, police offer no casualty count or explanation.
Three arrested in alleged attempt to breach SADC Summit security in Durban
Three individuals have been arrested for allegedly attempting to infiltrate the 46th SADC Summit in Durban, raising serious concerns about security measures in place.
Council of Senior Scholars holds 99th session in Taif under grand mufti
Saudi Arabia’s Council of Senior Scholars convened its 99th session in Taif, chaired by the grand mufti, to discuss topics referred by royal and government authorities.
Ukraine hits major Wildberries hub with FP-1 drones — Fire Point
Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck a major Wildberries logistics hub in the village of Koledino in Russia’s Moscow Oblast with Ukrainian FP-1 drones, Fire Point said, publishing footage of a massive fire…
Trump Asks Voters To Accept $4 Gas Prices for War They’re Not Behind
Trump said he’ll “never apologize” for higher gas prices, as he did “the right thing” striking Iran. Americans aren’t so sure.
Ukrainian FP-1 Drones Hit Wildberries’ Largest Logistics Center
Ukrainian FP-1 long-range drones struck Wildberries’ largest logistics hub in the Moscow Region, according to the Ukrainian military company Fire Point .
Muturi demands mandatory election technology disclosure as required by the Supreme Court
Muturi said no technology provider should invoke intellectual-property rights to restrict authorised access to systems, servers, logs and audit trails.
- Justin Muturi demands mandatory election technology disclosure as per Supreme Court guidelines.
- Vendors must accept lawful scrutiny of technical records before securing electoral contracts.
Who is Antara Banerjee? Television actor arrested for ‘attacking’ RPF jawan with blade aboard Surat-bound train
Antara Banerjee, actress from Kasautii Zindagii Kay, was arrested after allegedly attacking Railway Protection Force personnel on the Aravali Express.
Indonesian woman, 32, gets 8.5 years’ jail in Singapore for scamming victims of more than S$1.9M, from Taylor Swift tickets to investment schemes
The woman scammed victims with Taylor Swift ticket sales and investment schemes involving discounted flights, hotel bookings and luxury bags This article ( Indonesian woman, 32, gets 8.5 years’ jail…
Married women share problems renewing Alberta driver’s licences
Married women like Christine Orme say they're having problems when their documents don't match, because some have their maiden name and others have their married name.