Otti hails Osun election as testament to Nigeria’s democratic maturity
Abia Governor Alex Otti congratulates Osun State on its peaceful governorship election, calling it a testament to Nigeria’s democratic maturity.
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Adeleke’s victory a “resounding vote of confidence – NANS
NANS congratulates Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, calling his victory a “resounding vote of confidence” from students and youth.
Wetang’ula announces Ksh350M payment to Nzoia Sugar workers
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has announced that the government has paid Ksh350 million towards outstanding dues owed to employees of Nzoia Sugar Company.
- Payment resolved long-standing arrears issue for Nzoia Sugar employees demanding overdue wages.
- Additional Ksh2 billion allocated for Bungoma Level Six Hospital construction in Western Kenya.
SEAL Ashram Marks 80th Independence Day With 425+ Residents, Celebrates Dignity And Inclusion
SEAL Ashram marked India’s 80th Independence Day with more than 425 residents from over 20 states, celebrating the occasion with patriotic fervour, gratitude and a strong message of dignity and inclusion. Former Maharashtra Minority Commission Vice Chairman Joins Celebrations The celebrations were attended by Dr Abraham Mathai, former…
Communist parties must unite, but need not ‘merge,’ says Binoy Viswam
CPI firm on claim to deputy Opposition leader’s post, says party State secretary
Adeleke endorsed Tinubu to destroy Nigeria beyond 2027 – Sowore
The presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has slammed Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke over his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general…
Taking photos of accident victims can lead to jail, QR10,000 fine in Qatar, lawyer warns
<p>Doha, Qatar: Taking photos or videos of people injured or killed in accidents without legal authorisation is prohibited under Qatari law, a legal expert has said, warning that filming an accident…
Complaints filed against Sonia Gandhi in Delhi, Karnataka over 'Vande Mataram' row at Congress headquarters
Complaints have been filed against Sonia Gandhi in Delhi and Karnataka over an alleged disruption during Vande Mataram's rendition at Congress headquarters on Independence Day.
Strike on Russian Defense Industry Plant and Shutdown of Petrochemical Giant: Ukrainian Forces Hit Key Enemy Targets
On the night of August 16, Ukrainian Defense Forces struck an important enterprise of Russia’s military-industrial complex — the Kamensky Plant in Kamensk-Shakhtinsky, Rostov region, the General Staff…
Todd Blanche Refuses To Pledge Independence From White House As Trump’s Attorney General
In a “Meet the Press” interview on Sunday, Blanche promised the Justice Department would “act with integrity” under his leadership.
AJK Election Commission announces schedule for polling on reserved seats
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Election Commission on Sunday announced the schedule for the election of reserved seats in the AJK Assembly, with polling scheduled for August 24.
Suspected herdsmen kill several in fresh attack on Benue communities
Suspected armed herdsmen have reportedly killed several people in a fresh attack on communities in Mbaterem, Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State, in the early hours of Sunday.
Panvel PMC Constitution Pillar Proposal Moves Closer To General Body Approval Amid Appeal For Consensus
A proposal to erect a grand ‘Constitution Pillar’ featuring the Preamble to the Indian Constitution outside the new administrative headquarters of the Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC) has now…
The messy politics of a housing crisis – podcast
From immigration to inflation, housing sits at the heart of most political debates. But political parties are struggling to come up with a coherent message - and no one has a clear plan to fix the…
‘Rahul, Hemant are dead’: Jharkhand protester performs ‘funeral’, shaves head
The protest by students and job aspirants over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations entered its 23rd day on Sunday, with the protesters, under the banner of JPSC-JSSC Reforms…
NST Leader: Auku's abolition must usher in better regulation
THE abolition of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (Auku) is a welcome and significant reform, but its real test will be what fills the vacuum.
Leaking pipes, broken pumps and tankers define SA’s water crisis
Residents in South Africa express their frustrations over water service failures during public hearings
‘BJP Connection’: WB CM Suvendu Adhikari Denies Party Link To Bankura Killing
A 51-year-old man died in West Bengal’s Bankura district after allegedly being assaulted by a group, with his family claiming the attack was linked to his son’s participation in a Cockroach Janta…
BEM UI Plans 'Reclaim Independence' Protest in Jakarta: What Is It About?
Indonesian students plan a 'Reclaim Independence' protest in Jakarta, citing concerns over government policies, unemployment, and public services.
Woman who died after headscarf became entangled in water gate roller laid to rest
SUNGAI BESAR: Department of Irrigation and Drainage worker Selaton Nuri, who died after her headscarf became entangled in the roller of a water gate yesterday, was buried tonight.
Pawan Kalyan issues alert on elephant movement in Chandragiri
The Deputy Chief Minister directs the Forest department officials to continuously monitor their movement and keep people in the nearby villages informed from time to time to prevent deaths and…
- Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan issued an alert for elephant movement in Chandragiri area.
- Two groups of elephants are causing crop damage at night, prompting night patrols.
- H.A.N.U.M.A.N. teams ordered for public safety, with compensation promised promptly.
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Family hopes Court of Appeal will save 106-year-old house from demolition
A stay application has been filed with the Court of Appeal after the High Court rejected a previous application against the demolition order.
Poilievre urges Carney to keep fuel excise tax suspended until Canada Day
The fuel excise tax was suspended by the federal government in April, but the temporary measure is set to expire on Labour Day, Sept. 7.
Elderly man in his 70s thrown to ground for patting girl on head at Roxy Square coffee shop
The man supposedly apologised to the elderly man shortly after.
Row over Group-I only to divert attention from DSC irregularities, alleges YSRCP
The government is trying to politicise the issue without substantive evidence, alleges former Minister Adimulapu Suresh
Civil Defense announces all-clear in Jazan after earlier warning
JAZAN — The General Directorate of Civil Defense announced on Sunday that the danger in Jazan Region had passed, following an earlier alert issued through the National Early Warning Platform.The Civil…
One alternative to air defense: Ukraine strikes Russian Bastion system used to attack Ukrainian cities from Crimea
Ukraine’s Navy said the strike hit the Bastion’s launch positions and deployment site, reportedly damaging a key platform for Russia’s missile attacks from occupied Crimea.
Two dead, hundreds evacuated from fires on island near Athens
Greece's civil protection ministry issues evacuation orders as fires break out in Peristeria and Selinia, two popular bathing areas on Salamis island.
‘They’re anti-school’: CJP's Saurav Das claims ‘BJP goons’ beat Bengal school volunteer's father
The father of 25-year-old CJP volunteer Shaik Abdul Hafeez was allegedly assaulted on Thursday after his son raised concerns about a school at Karisunda.
1 killed, 4 injured in shooting at park in Kentucky
- One killed, four injured in shooting at Charles Young Park, Lexington, Kentucky
- Victims included two children aged 4 and 14
- Police urge public to report any potential threats
#OsunDecides2026: We are studying election results, says APC
The Osun APC is studying the governorship election results across all wards, hinting at potential legal action. Stay updated on the Osun Election Results.
Recent Kurdistan Region attacks expose Baghdad’s struggle with Iran-backed militias - analysis
Three drones were intercepted over Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, as Baghdad seeks to bring armed groups under state control and rein in Iran-backed militias.
- Three drones intercepted over Erbil on August 14, with no casualties reported.
- Baghdad aims to disarm Iranian-backed militias and integrate all armed forces under state control.
Ukraine could launch ballistic missiles in three months, former defense minister says
In a separate interview, Zelensky said that if he were sold 10% of the US's Patriot missiles, Ukraine "will destroy all the Russians’ ballistic missiles."
- Ukraine began testing ballistic missile model in June.
- President Zelensky demands more interceptor missiles from US and Europe.
Iran’s accusing Qatar of holding Iranian pilots an attempt to ‘flip narrative,’ analyst to 'Post'
Iran struck Qatar, Qatar defended itself, and Tehran is now seeking to recast its failed strategy as victimhood, a Gulf analyst tells the ‘Post’.
Troubling Adversity of the Nigerian Child
By Timiebi Koripamo-Agary In the last year, I have become increasingly troubled by the trauma our children and grandchildren are being subjected to simply because they are trying to begin
- Young Nigerians face significant obstacles in starting professional lives.
- Many graduates lack support from families for NYSC documents and registrations.
- Streamlining processes with ICT can alleviate unnecessary hardship for disadvantaged youth.
FBI seeks truck drivers nationwide who may be victims in 54-count tax fraud case
Most identified clients were self-employed truckers who found Genuine Financial Services through word-of-mouth referrals.
2027: We must give Nigerians real choice, not just seek power — Makinde
The presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has said the task read more 2027: We must give Nigerians real choice, not just seek power…
$LIBRA crypto victims on the verge of being left out of the case
Five traders have appealed a judge's decision to grant two of the accused's request that they be excluded La entrada $LIBRA crypto victims on the verge of being left out of the case se publicó primero…
- Argentine judiciary investigating $LIBRA crypto scandal since 2025
- Judge excludes five men from proceedings, ruling them not plaintiffs
- Appeals to Federal Appeals Chamber set for next week
Belgium faces largest wildfire on record, turns to Europe for air support
Residents of two villages have been evacuated and authorities say the fire remains out of control.
- Belgium faces its largest wildfire on record, spanning 3,000 hectares
- European air support, including Czech and Swedish helicopters, on the way
- High Fens nature reserve with vulnerable peatlands and pine forests
APM guber candidate urges Lagos voters to replicate Osun ‘democratic change’ in 2027
Laja Adeoye, Lagos State governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in the 2027 election, has urged Lagos voters read more APM guber candidate urges Lagos voters to replicate Osun…
Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witchhunt'
Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly.
Grand Mufti highlights Saudi Arabia’s security and prosperity during meeting of Council of Senior Scholars
TAIF — The Council of Senior Scholars held its 99th session at the Council's headquarters in Taif on Sunday. The meeting was chaired by Saudi Grand Mufti Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan, who is also president…
Centcom chief calls carrier’s mission ‘one of the most operationally intense and consequential of the modern era’ amid mental health and supply issues
Adm. Cooper visited the USS Lincoln in the Arabian Sea as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed aircraft carrier.
Nikai Group: Eighty years of freedom, one enduring spirit
Today, as India marks 80 years of independence, there is a particular weight to this anniversary, not of burden, but of pride. Eighty years is not merely a milestone; it is a declaration of what a civilisation rooted in resilience, diversity, and democratic values can achieve when it refuses to be defined by its constraints.
Iran offers $30,000 for killing or capturing US soldiers, double if done by women
This comes amid continued tensions between Iran and the US in West Asia, with the two occasionally trading strikes on each other's interests in the region.
Kushner, Hamas delegation in Egypt for Gaza plan talks
The talks in Egypt come as a post-war plan for Gaza has largely been stalled since a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was declared last October.
15-year-old student dies after motorcycle crashes into trailer
PENDANG: A secondary school student died after the motorcycle he was riding was involved in an accident with another motorcycle and a trailer along Jalan By Pass here today.
Fujairah seizes 21 illegal fishing traps near marine reserves
Fujairah Environment Authority has seized 21 illegal fishing traps during an inspection campaign near marine reserves off Dibba Al Fujairah, as authorities step up efforts to protect marine…
Pope Leo XIV steps into Israel-Palestine crisis: Calls for end to West Bank violence, appeals for two-state solution
The West Bank has experienced a sharp increase in settler violence and tensions in recent years, alongside continued Israeli settlement expansion.
Iran announces $30,000 reward to anyone who captures, kills US soldiers
Iran’s military has announced a reward of about $30,000 for anyone who kills or captures a US soldier, with women promised twice that amount if they carry out the act.
US Military YouTuber Paid His Own Way to Cover Ukraine's Front Line
Justin Taylor, a former US Army infantry officer turned YouTuber, self-funded a two-week reporting trip to Ukraine's front line.
LuLu Exchange marks India’s Independence Day, celebrates enduring India–UAE bond
It was almost eight decades ago that India won its freedom and began writing one of the greatest stories of the modern world.
Today's Top 3 News: Aceh Peace Day Celebration Descends Into Chaos
Here is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today.