The Thai Government’s Myanmar Gambit Could Backfire on ASEAN
Bangkok's recent campaign of diplomatic outreach undermines the bloc's collective approach to the country's crisis.
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UAE black points: How to get four points removed from your licence
Dubai: UAE motorists can register from August 17 for an annual road-safety campaign that offers eligible drivers the chance to have four black points removed from their driving record. The Ministry of Interior’s ' Day Without Accidents ' campaign will take place on August 31 , coinciding with the start of the new school year.
Trump Scales Back Korea Military Drill Touting ‘Good Relationship’ With Kim Jong Un
The president echoed Pyongyang’s complaints about the drill, saying they are totally “inappropriate and hostile,” towards an “unthreatening and respectful” North Korea
Safeguarding Malaysia's Blue Economy
A TOTAL of RM823.88 million is the estimated value of Malaysia’s fisheries resources lost to the intrusion of foreign fishing vessels between 2020 and 2023.
Military leaders urged to prepare for emerging security threats
Military leaders have been urged to anticipate emerging security threats and develop contingency plans for unexpected crises.
Penang’s undersea tunnel still on the map, draft plan keeps idea alive for 2040
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 17 — The proposed undersea tunnel or third bridge linking Penang island to the mainland was inclu...
Nigeria: Bandits Kill 32 in Sokoto Community
[Daily Trust] At least 32 people have been killed by suspected bandits in Ungushi community, Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State, residents have said.
Namibia: Rangers Fight Off Suspected Poachers in Outjo Area Shootout
[Namibian] Anti-poaching rangers exchanged gunfire with two suspected poachers at a farm in the Outjo district on Saturday morning, leaving one suspect injured.
Nigeria: Many Feared Killed in Fresh Attacks On Benue Communities
[Daily Trust] Many people have been feared killed early hours of Sunday after armed invaders attacked several communities in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.
Limpopo police, SANDF smash cross‑border crime syndicates near Zim border
Police said the successes were recorded during operations conducted between 13 and 16 August 2026.
Flying from UAE today? Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia cancellations, delays; UAE-India travel advisory
Dubai: Flying from the UAE today, August 17? Most UAE flights continue to operate, but travellers should expect possible delays, cancellations and last-minute schedule changes as airlines continue to…
2 beranak dijel perdagang, dera amah Kemboja
Mahkamah Sesyen Butterworth menjatuhkan hukuman penjara lapan dan 10 tahun ke atas Teoh Beng Sim serta Teh Hooi Fun.
Anutin stopped and searched for guns and drugs at Buriram checkpoint
Police and administrative officials in Buriram province ran a firearms and drugs checkpoint operation yesterday, August 16, that ended up screening Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin…
Seven killed, several injured in hotel fire in West Bengal’s Tarapith
The fire erupted around 5 a.m. on the ground floor of the four-storey hotel in the temple town of Tarapith, when most of the guests were asleep
Ranau court fines duo RM3,500 each after Sabah police link their wrist marks to illegal militant Philippine group
RANAU, Aug 17 — Two men were each fined RM3,500 by the Ranau Magistrate’s Court for being members of a Phili...
Record rains drench South Korean city as landslide kills one
It comes as large swathes of East and South East Asia have been pummelled by dats of heavy rain.
Aussie rules footy players referred to police as detectives investigate sexual assault
The "disappointed" Sydney Swans CEO wouldn't say what the incident was or how many players were involved.
Bureaucratic reform needed before new provinces created: minister
TAXILA: Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik has said the creation of new provinces or administrative units alone cannot fix Pakistan’s governance problems, stressing that sweeping reforms in the bureaucracy must precede any such move.
Hong Kong merchant jailed for trying to kill wife, daughters amid debt woes
A Hong Kong merchant has been jailed for five years and four months for attempting to murder his wife and three daughters by burning charcoal in their public rental flat after struggling to repay…
ANC infighting over alleged candidate list manipulation
ANC members allege branch nomination processes for council candidates have been manipulated
WATCH: Zuma calls Ramaphosa a ‘crook’ on MK party campaign trail
There is no love lost between Zuma and Ramaphosa, with the political tensions between the duo having played out publicly.
Hajj Application Starting Date Changed
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has changed the date for receiving Hajj 2027 applications, with the process now set to … Read More The post Hajj Application Starting Date Changed appeared first on…
Century‑old Penang Hill railway gets track and roof repairs in scheduled January 2027 break
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 17 — Penang Hill’s iconic funicular will take a short break from January 4 to 10, 2027 for...
RM900,000 Bentley payout legal battle was about integrity, says businessmam
KUALA LUMPUR: A businessman whose RM900,000 insurance payout for his Bentley was upheld by the Court of Appeal says his legal battle with MSIG Insurance (M) Bhd was ultimately about clearing his name.
Father dies after alleged assault by son during argument over alcohol addiction in Kerala’s Kozhikode
Police say accused is suspected of committing the offence under the influence of synthetic drug
PTPTN anjur pertandingan teater galak menabung, literasi kewangan
Pertandingan Teater Pendek Simpan SSPN itu disertai 45 sekolah dari seluruh negara.
Limpopo police recover suspected stolen vehicles, seize illicit cigarettes
Limpopo police have recovered at least seven suspected stolen vehicles and confiscated illicit cigarettes worth more than R800,000 during intensified operations targeting cross-border crime.
Editorial: On the 81st anniversary of the end of WWII, resist the folly of power
As great powers bring catastrophe upon the world, the anniversary of the end of World War II on Aug. 15 has again come and gone."Write my name on my l
- 81st anniversary of WWII's end commemorated
- Mitsuko Sakamoto recalls 1945 Tokyo air raid horrors
- Zeina Azzam's poem parallels Sakamoto's wartime experiences
231 foreigners picked from plaza sent to Adiala, Attock jails
RAWALPINDI: About 231 foreigners detained by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and the National Cybercrime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in two separate cases about four days ago were on Sunday…
Indonesia's NTT Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 53
Indonesia's Disaster Management Agency has recorded a death toll of 53 following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT).
Ghana to hold referendum on proposed constitutional amendments in 2027 – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to hold a national referendum on proposed constitutional amendments alongside the 2027 District Assembly Elections.
No water for nearly two months, then a RM120,000 bill — Putatan condo dwellers ask why pay for water Sabah water utility was already treating
KOTA KINABALU, Aug 17 — Residents of Kingfisher Putatan Condominium (KFP) are refusing to pay the more than RM120,...
Israeli airstrike targets outskirts of Lebanese town of Al-Qantara
Some residents believe the repeated attacks are intended to pressure people into leaving their communities and to punish areas associated with support for the resistance.
Westbury residents feel like they are living in a war zone
Three young men were shot to death in Westbury on Saturday night.
Register listing 7,756 Great Tokyo Air Raid victims found at Sumida Ward office
TOKYO -- A register recording the names of victims of the March 1945 Great Tokyo Air Raid has been discovered at the Sumida Ward government office in
- Register lists 7,756 victims of Great Tokyo Air Raid
- First copy found at Sumida Ward office, second known surviving copy
- Register compiled by Tokyo Metropolitan Government in 1951
Official denied boarding despite confirmed Trang flight
A Thai government official says he was denied boarding on a domestic flight from Trang to Don Mueang on August 10, despite holding a confirmed booking, a locked-in window seat and a pre-ordered meal. Staff told him the flight was full after 189 passengers had already checked in, and he turned down the airline’s 1,500 … The story Official…
FM Dar, Turkish counterpart discuss regional developments in phone call
Foreign ministers agree dialogue, diplomacy remain way forward to promote peace, stability
Gay soldier reveals sham marriage and five-year legal limbo to gain Ukrainian citizenship
A gay soldier of the Ukrainian Defense Forces revealed how legal loopholes and bureaucratic hurdles compelled him to enter a sham marriage to obtain Ukrainian citizenship, in an interview published by…
Far-right Ben-Gvir urges Israel to kill ‘30 to 40 every night’ in Gaza
An extremist Israeli lawmaker in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition publicly advocated for killing “30 to 40” people in Gaza each night, comments that surfaced Sunday and were quickly…
Social clubs must become engines of national development – Ace Ankomah
Ace Anan Ankomah, a legal practitioner, has challenged social clubs in the country to move beyond friendship and fellowship and position themselves as engines of national development.
Madhya Pradesh August 17, 2026, Weather Update: Heavy Rain Likely Till August 19; Orange Alert In Sidhi, Mauganj & Dindori
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Monsoon activity has picked up again in Madhya Pradesh, with a strong weather system from the Bay of Bengal expected to bring rain across the state over the next few days.
The children paying the quiet price of war
- 13-year-old Sreynich lags in education due to war-induced fuel price surge.
- War threatens to push 23.4 million more children into poverty by year's end.
- Vulnerable children in Southeast Asia drop out to work, risking exploitation.
Jharkhand protest LIVE: Students urge Rahul to ‘withdraw govt’s support', plan to gherao CM Soren’s residence
Jharkhand protest LIVE: Protesters appealed that if Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is unhappy with the lathi charge on students, he should visit the protest site and withdraw support from the…
Mumbai's Water Stock Dips Marginally To 92.16%; City’s 7 Lakes Hold Over 13.33 Lakh Million Litres
Mumbai: Mumbai’s water stock witnessed a marginal decline on Monday, with the seven lakes supplying water to the city holding 92.16 per cent of their total useful live storage capacity, according to…
DAP calls for greater progress on institutional reforms
DAP national chairman Gobind Singh Deo has called for progress on several institutional reforms after the party decided to remain in the Federal Government for the rest of the current parliamentary…
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala returns to the Madlanga Commission
Matlala is expected to testify for two days over alleged criminal links and a disputed police tender
- Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala to testify at Madlanga Commission
- Commission resumes Monday, Matlala faces for two days
- Inquiry accelerates date from September 1
Thunderstorms and rising temperatures forecast for several Saudi regions Monday
The National Center for Meteorology expects thunderstorms and strong winds in southwest Saudi Arabia today, with hot weather persisting in some areas.
Man charged with arranging fatal ambush of Microsoft manager faces murder trial in Florida
- Jared Bridegan, 33, Microsoft design manager, ambushed in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, 2022.
- Shanna Gardner, Bridegan's ex-wife, and Mario Fernandez Saldana charged with first-degree murder.
- Henry Tenon, alleged gunman, pleads guilty to second-degree murder, testifies against Saldana.
Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan
US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Jared Kushner has held rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan.
- Kushner meets Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt
- US-backed Gaza peace plan discussed for first time
- Israel rejects plan, demands Hamas disarmament first
In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts
- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz runs for reelection in newly gerrymandered Black district.
- Criticism from former Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick over district's historical significance.
- Elijah Manley accuses Wasserman Schultz of stabbing Black representation in the back.
The Claims of Success in the President's Speech
Tempo examines President Prabowo's key claims on school revitalization, jobs, healthcare, MBG and other government programs against official data.
- President Prabowo Subianto claimed success in revitalizing 71,744 schools.
- Establishment of 10,000 Merah Putih village cooperatives was highlighted.
- Creation of millions of jobs was among the government achievements.
CBSE Class 10 Re-Evaluation, Verification 2026: Application Window Underway Until August 19; Check Steps To Apply
CBSE Class 10 Re-Evaluation 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has started the application process for verification of marks and re-evaluation of answers for Class 10 students.
Independent AJK lawmaker Sajid Iqbal joins PML-N after election upset
Rana Sanaullah says PML-N is three seats away from a two-thirds majority in the AJK Assembly
INTERVIEW: U.S. Progressive Leader Eyes Greater Cooperation with China
By Nico Pandi Washington, Aug. 17 (Jiji Press)--A United States guided by progressive foreign policy would seek to improve cooperation with countries around the world, including China, said Matt Duss…
- Matt Duss, progressive leader, sees potential for U.S.-China cooperation
- Emphasizes solidarity in foreign policy, interconnected world importance
- Calls for reassessment of U.S. military presence, reassessment of Japan alliance
‘We have a crook running the country’: Zuma takes brutal swipe at Ramaphosa
Jacob Zuma's scathing remarks about President Ramaphosa during a church visit in Mthatha raise questions about leadership as the MK Party gears up for local elections.
Today’s weather: Cold mornings, warmer afternoons across South Africa
The weather forecast for South Africa today: chilly mornings give way to warm afternoons, with no warnings in sight.
Sarawak forest fire in Daro enters eighth day, 4ha still burning
DARO, Aug 17 — Firefighters are on their eighth day of working to extinguish a forest fire in Kampung Kut here, wh...