Constable Thapelo Tlometsane laid to rest at Gedroogde Village
Roleen Lessing and Jaydin Magerman were also killed in the shootings last week.
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‘Most governors seeking re-election in 2027 will be disappointed’ – Kwankwaso
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, has warned governors hoping to use electoral manipulation and state government structures to secure…
Tambuwal hails Adeleke’s victory as triumph for democracy
Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Tambuwal, has congratulated Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election.
Trump's views can factor into prosecutions, Attorney General Todd Blanche says
Attorney General Todd Blanche refused Sunday to pledge the Justice Department's independence from the White House, saying he would consider President Trump's views on individual prosecutions. Why it matters: Trump has remade the DOJ , ousting longtime staffers , urging prosecutions of rivals and installing his former lawyer as attorney…
Osun election: ADC’s Najeem Salaam congratulates Adeleke, urges respect for people’s mandate
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate in the recently concluded Osun State governorship election, Dr Najeem Salaam, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, saying the decision of the electorate must be respected by all political actors.
US Attorney General Blanche publicly backs Pirro after Trump criticism over Reflecting Pool
USA-TRUMP/PIRRO (PIX):US Attorney General Blanche publicly backs Pirro after Trump criticism over Reflecting Pool
One of the world's most enduring murder mysteries now faces its biggest test yet
Three decades of theories, questions and speculation led to a trial that could change Tupac Shakur's story.
Walter led a campaign that resulted in the shutdown of a music venue. He says whingeing is a right
Walter felt it was his civic duty to complain and says whingeing shouldn't be disparaged. Others think differently.
Obon Return Rush Jams Stations, Airports and Expressways
Train stations, airports and expressways were crowded on August 16 as travelers returned from vacations and hometown visits on the final day of the Obon holiday. (News On Japan)
- Tokyo stations, airports, and expressways crowded during Obon holiday
- 10 deaths, 29 injuries, and 1,500 homes destroyed in Chiba rain disaster
- Mount Aso's volcanic alert level raised to Level 3 due to heightened activity
Spanish soldier killed battling Aragon wildfire amid heatwave
A Spanish soldier died on Sunday while helping efforts to extinguish a major wildfire in Aragon, the northeastern region's leader said, with local media reporting his truck had overturned.
Conservatives call for extension of temporary gas price relief until next summer
- Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre calls for gas price relief extension.
- Relief to last 10 months, until next summer.
- Liberals suspended fuel excise tax in April.
The growing culture of vacation classes in Ghana: Should students rest or continue schoolwork?
“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” is a familiar saying, but one that carries an important lesson about the need for balance, especially when it comes to children and education.
Former ASIO agent says Australians 'deserve to know' what led to Bondi attack
The former agent, known as Marcus, is seeking to return to Australia to give evidence to the Bondi royal commission in person.
Childcare costs, time with family among main challenges faced by S'porean couples: Indranee Rajah
Interim recommendations will be announced during the National Day Rally.
Bhopal BMC To Register Major Government Buildings As Bulk Waste Generators Under New Rules
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) will now bring other major government buildings, including its own headquarters Atal Bhawan, under the mandatory Bulk Waste Generator (BWG)…
At least six people dead from days of storms and record flooding in Indiana
Four-year-old boy, two men and three women among those who died since storms began on 11 August, officials say Days of storms and flooding in Indiana left at least six people dead as flood waters…
Obasanjo: Leadership failure is a sin against God, humans
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described failure in leadership as a sin against God and the people leaders are entrusted to serve.
Congress protests in Kalaburagi against ‘purification’ ritual at Kharge’s rally venue in Uttarakhand
Party leaders condemn alleged caste discrimination in Uttarakhand, burn tyres during demonstration
Hawaii power outage update: Honolulu and Maui counties affected as Tropical Storm Lala triggers flash flooding
In Honolulu County on Oahu, roughly 130,000 customers were without electricity on Sunday morning.
Karnataka government has failed to mitigate drought, says Kumaraswamy; opens handloom products market
- Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy criticizes Karnataka government for failing to address drought.
- Government spends on freedom festival while farmers suffer due to lack of monsoon.
- Kumaraswamy opens handloom products market and agricultural cooperative buildings.
Daily Lotto results: Sunday, 16 August 2026
Tonight's jackpot is an estimated R300 000! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 16 August 2026.
Zambia: Catholic Bishops Express 'Grave Concern' Over Conduct of Zambia's Elections
[Zambia Conference Of Catholic Bishops] Lusaka -- "Peace sown by peacemakers brings a harvest of justice'' - James 3,18)
Belgium races to tame huge wildfire creeping toward Germany
Water-bombing aircraft and farmers' tractors joined forces Sunday to help firefighters tame Belgium's largest modern-day wildfire, which has scorched vast swaths of a hard-to-reach nature reserve near the German border.
Indiana Gets Federal Disaster Aid After Storms Kill Five
At least five people died in Indiana amid severe storms and floods, with President Donald Trump approving an emergency declaration for the inundated Midwestern state.
ADC, PRP, other opposition parties boycott Bauchi LG election
Five political parties under a coalition have announced a total boycott of the local government elections scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026 over excessive administrative charges imposed on…
'It's diabolical': Hopes court reform blueprint will ease victim trauma
For victims of family violence, delays in the court process can add another layer of trauma. They are calling for immediate action on a new reform blueprint.
Italy: Thieves steal key Renaissance paintings in Sicily
Four Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina were stolen from his Sicilian hometown on Saturday after surviving earthquakes and centuries of history.
- Thieves broke into Regional Museum of Messina, Sicily
- Stolen Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina
- Estimated financial loss €70-€80 million
Pakistan doesn't want world to know what these people saw
After months of an internet and mobile blackout in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir, people on the ground describe scenes of excessive, deadly force by government forces.
US shootings: 1 killed, 4 hurt in Kentucky park attack; 4 wounded in Chicago
A Kentucky park shooting left one dead and four injured, while a separate Chicago drive-by shooting wounded four, including two critically. Police are investigating both incidents.
Rights group: 18 civilians killed or injured in Houthi attacks in Yemen over one week
Yemeni rights network reports 18 civilian casualties in Houthi missile and drone attacks targeting Marib, Taiz, and Hodeidah within a single week.
Likud Party threatens Central Elections Committee petition over Fly&Vote initiative
Likud is seeking the data and documents underlying the initiative's activities within five days, saying the material is needed to determine whether further legal action is warranted.
- Likud threatens Central Elections Committee petition over Fly&Vote initiative.
- Party claims initiative violates election laws by providing benefits and influencing votes.
- Likud demands documents, data, and cessation of activities by August 24.
New Jersey councilwoman to Zohran Mamdani: You are the mayor – act like it! - opinion
Stop using the mayoralty of New York as a platform for an obsessive prosecution of the Jewish people and their homeland.
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani accused of exacerbating antisemitism crisis in New Jersey.
- Revoking IHRA definition and Mayor Eric Adams' directive deemed harmful.
- Mamdani defended "globalize the intifada," causing fear among Jews.
Highly competitive Likud primaries set as Netanyahu holds expanded control over Knesset slate
Likud’s primary race has become more competitive after changes gave Netanyahu control over eight of the first 30 places on the Knesset slate.
- Over 140,000 Likud members participate in competitive primaries on Monday.
- Netanyahu pledges to support winning slate without interfering in selection.
- Likud retains reserved slots for Netanyahu, Sa ar, and Katz in Knesset list.
Osun poll: ADC candidate congratulates Adeleke, says democracy has prevailed
ADC candidate Najeem Salaam congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election in the Osun election, stating that democracy has prevailed.
Noida biker at 80kmph dies after Chinese manjha slits his throat
A delivery agent died after a Chinese manjha slit his throat on the expressway. The synthetic kite string caused fatal bleeding while the bike traveled at high speed.
Alleged cartel member “Cat” Matlala to return to Madlanga Commission
Matlala is at the heart of the 6th of July allegations made by Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi
- Cat Matlala, alleged cartel member, to testify before Madlanga Commission
- Commission hearing rescheduled from September 1st to Monday at 9:30am
Pakistan, seven Muslim countries condemn Israel’s rejection of road map to end Gaza conflict
Pakistan, along with seven other Muslim countries, on Sunday condemned Israel’s rejection of the road map for completing the implementation of US President Donald Trump’s comprehensive plan to end the…
Abelardo de la Espriella’s Government Will Reopen Coal Sales to Israel
After restoring relations with Israel (which were severed by former President Gustavo Petro), and officially recognizing that country’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights, the government of Colombia’s…
Bakkie crash post sparks bitter political feud between Gayton McKenzie and Liam Jacobs
A tragic bakkie crash ignites a fierce political feud between Gayton McKenzie and Liam Jacobs, leading to accusations of violence and threats of legal action, as tensions rise within the Patriotic…
Referendum on APC and other factors that triggered Oyebamiji’s fall
For the All Progressives Congress (APC), the 2026 Osun governorship election was supposed to be a carefully prepared rematch.
79th Independence Day was celebrated at Rail Wheel Factory with great enthusiasm
Manoranjan Pradhan General Manager, RWF hoisted the Tricolour National Flag, addressing the gathering, Pradhan said that it is the day to remember the great souls who selflessly sacrificed their lives…
MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai celebrates 80th Independence Day
MVIRDC World Trade Center Mumbai celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India with a grand Flag Hoisting Ceremony, bringing together representatives from the government, diplomatic community, industry and other distinguished guests to commemorate the spirit of freedom, unity and national pride. Adv.
Russia seeks to turn Black Sea into tool of pressure and intimidation – Sybiha
Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports and civilian vessels in the Black Sea pose a direct threat to global food security, acting Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said after talks with his Greek counterpart, Giorgos Gerapetritis on Aug. 16.
E.P. Church secures radio frequency, prepares to launch Bremen Radio
The Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG), is set to deepen its presence in Ghana’s media landscape after securing and registering a radio frequency for a new station, Bremen Radio.
Two dead and hundreds evacuated as twin fires break out on Greek island
Two people died and and hundreds were evacuated after two fires broke out "almost simultaneously" on a Greek island near Athens, fire officials said.
Family of elderly man, 73, thrown to ground at Roxy Square coffee shop lodges police report
The police confirmed a report has been lodged.
Zambia’s Hichilema leads presidential vote count
The Electoral Commission of Zambia temporarily halted vote counting on Friday.
Class act: The working-class game binding London and Canberra
Andy Burnham and Anthony Albanese have found something few world leaders can replicate: a shared obsession with rugby league.
- British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
- They discussed rugby league, a working-class sport
- Shared love for rugby league highlights strong relationship between UK and Australia
QF welcomes new generation of students to Education City - at Marhaba
<p>Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation has welcomed more than 800 university students to its unique ecosystem of knowledge at Marhaba – the annual orientation event that kicks off a new academic year at…
‘They would do it again’ – Wahome Thuku warns Gachagua about MPs who impeached him
Political commentator Wahome Thuku has dismissed claims that money influenced Members of Parliament to support the 2024 impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
- Thuku asserts MPs would impeach Gachagua again even without payment.
- 282 MPs voted in favor of Gachagua's impeachment in October 2024.
- Ruto stopped impeachment proceedings earlier, per Thuku.
Police looking for additional people who fired guns in Virginia university shooting that wounded 5
- Police seek more shooters in Virginia State University incident
- Camron Harris, 19, remains in custody for shooting
- Shooting occurred at 1:30 a.m. on Saturday
Israeli Minister Calls for Killing ’30 or 40 People a Day’ in Gaza
Itamar Ben Gvir, Israel’s National Security Minister and one of the leading representatives of the far right in Benjamin Netanyahu’s government, has once again sparked strong controversy over his statements about the war in Gaza.