Japan aims to create support agency for ex-SDF personnel as early as fiscal ’27
The initiative, spearheaded by Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, would serve as a one-stop consultation center in overseeing veterans' transitions to civilian life.
Continued
São Paulo Daily Brief — Monday, August 17, 2026
São Paulo Daily Brief for Monday. Cool weather, Pinacoteca open, markets mixed on the board. Your expat guide to the day in the city.
Israeli gov’t’s settlement policy is “disastrous”, says former German ambassador
Former German ambassador to Israel has said that while Israel’s security is part of Germany’s reason of state, support “does not apply to settlers”.
Wontumi Out, COKA In: How NPP’s new Ashanti chairman differs from his predecessor
For the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the change at the top of its Ashanti Regional structure is more than a routine leadership transition.
Presentation of 'The path to human maturity' sex education curriculum for 5th-9th grades of general secondary education institutions
On Monday, August 17, at 11.00, the press center of the Interfax-Ukraine news agency (8/5a Reitarska Street) will host a press conference on the topic 'Presentation of 'The path to human maturity' sex…
- Interfax-Ukraine hosts press conference to unveil new sex education curriculum
- Curriculum for grades 5-9 students in Ukraine's general secondary education institutions
- Speakers include psychotherapist Liudmyla Hrydkovets and sex education trainer Mariia Yershova
Man arrested with R1.1 million in cash hidden in shoe boxes in Ford Raptor in KZN
A 42-year-old man was arrested in KwaZulu-Natal after police found over R1.1 million in cash hidden in his vehicle, leading to further investigations and additional arrests.
Lakeside community march for justice in Riverview Church property conflict
On Saturday, August 15, the Lakeside community united in a peaceful march to Muizenberg police station, demanding urgent intervention in the decade-long dispute surrounding the Riverview Church property. Residents seek accountability from authorities over unresolved safety and property concerns.
NSFAS faces R15 billion shortfall: Implications for South African students
South Africa's Higher Education Minister warns of a R15 billion funding shortfall for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme, raising concerns about the future of free higher education as student numbers continue to rise.
Ukrainian missile strikes kill 6 in Russia’s Belgorod
With fighting stalled and talks frozen, intensified missile attacks have pushed civilian deaths to their highest levels since early 2022.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1635: France, Germany and UK build joint front to win Europe seat at Ukraine’s peace talks
From a burned cathedral to a bombed book market, Russian strikes hit Ukraine's culture as Kyiv strikes back at Moscow's missile supply chain.
Kisii workers in salary limbo as budget hitch delays July pay
Kisii County workers will have to wait longer for their July salaries after the county administration announced a delay in processing and releasing the payments.
Trump says US scaling back military drills with S Korea
US President Donald Trump has said he ordered the Pentagon to scale back "inappropriate and hostile" military drills with South Korea, hours before the exercises began.
MES Indian School marks Indian Independence Day
<p>Doha, Qatar: MES Indian School, Doha, celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India with patriotic fervour and enthusiasm.
Couple and 30 cats die in Nonthaburi housefire
NONTHABURI - A couple and about 30 pet cats died in a house fire in the early hours of Monday and rescuers later found a charcoal stove and petrol container in the bedroom.
VCI Counselling 2026 For B.V.Sc. & A.H.: Round 1 Registration Begins Tomorrow At vci.admissions.nic.in; Check Complete Schedule Here
VCI Counselling 2026 For B.V.Sc. & A.H.: The Veterinary Council of India (VCI) has announced the counselling schedule for admission to the Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc.
With unity, we will win 2028 election – Bawumia
New Patriotic Party (NPP) 2028 flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has stressed the need for unity within the party, saying it will be crucial to its efforts to win the 2028 general elections.
TNAU Admissions 2026: 1,112 UG Agricultural Seats Remain Vacant Across Tamil Nadu, Fresh Counselling To Be Held From August 24–27
Coimbatore: More than 1,100 seats remain vacant in undergraduate agricultural courses in Tamil Nadu after the completion of the earlier rounds of counselling, the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) has announced. Also Watch: Counselling to fill the vacant seats will be conducted from August 24 to 27.
Golf course in court as parklands protesters take on SA government
An attempt to halt the state government's redevelopment of the North Adelaide golf course is underway before the Federal Court, where protesters opposed to the parklands project gathered this morning.
Oluwo congratulates Adeleke, urges alignment with FG
Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, congratulates Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election and urges alignment with the Federal Government for Os Read More…
Man found dead inside sludge tank in Pasir Gudang
PASIR GUDANG: A 26-year-old man was found dead inside a 15,000 cubic-metre sludge tank at the Pasir Gudang Industrial Area here last night.
Trump hails Pakistan-Saudi-Türkiye defence pact as ‘bold, important first step’
United States President Donald Trump expressed his pleasure on the recent signing of a defence pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. In a post on his Truth Social platform, the president wrote, ”Very happy to see that Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan have recently, and finally, signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.”…
Al Emadi Model Educational Centre organises weekly 'Educational Thursday' programme
<p>Doha, Qatar: Al Emadi Model Educational Centre continues to hold its weekly “Educational Thursday” programme, offering a range of Quranic, educational and cultural activities aimed at strengthening Islamic values and helping young people make constructive use of their time.</p> <p>The programme has been held regularly since the…
Ujjain's Nagchandreshwar Temple Opens For 24 Hours On The Occasion Of Nag Panchami; Thousands Gather For Darshan | VIDEO
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): The doors of the Nagchandreshwar Temple, located atop the Mahakaleshwar Temple, were opened on Monday for 24 hours on the occasion of Nag Panchami. The temple is opened only once a year on Nag Panchami, allowing devotees to seek the blessings of Lord Nagchandreshwar.
EU to launch most extensive sanctions package against Russia in coming months
The European Union plans to introduce its most extensive sanctions package against Russia in the coming months, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas announced, Reuters reported on August 17.
‘The restoration begins’ – Okoe Boye pledges to rebuild NPP in Greater Accra
Newly elected New Patriotic Party (NPP) Greater Accra Regional Chairman, Dr Bernard Okoe Boye, has declared that efforts to rebuild the party’s electoral fortunes in the region have begun following…
Russia’s new drone outruns old Shahed by four times and tracks its target in real time. Its own heat is what lets Ukraine track it back
Its size and heat signature make it vulnerable, a Ukrainian colonel says.
Osun guber: Adeleke names who’s responsible for freezing of account, other issues
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has stated that President Bola Tinubu is not aware of certain actions taken by federal agencies prior to the governorship election in the state.
Kabogo: Ol Kalou by-election was not a test of Kenya’s 2027 election
Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy William Kabogo has dismissed suggestions that the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) victory in the Ol Kalou parliamentary…
- Kabogo dismisses claims that Ol Kalou by-election predicts 2027 election outcome.
- Government-backed candidates won nine out of ten by-elections since 2022.
- Ol Kalou victory is localized, not a political referendum on national government.
Penang 3rd link stays in 2040 plan, says CM
Chow Kon Yeow says the proposed tunnel or bridge remains in the draft Penang Structure Plan 2040, as the existing agreement is still valid.
Police probe sexual assault claim against Aussie Rules players
The Sydney Swans confirmed an incident had occurred in the hours after the team's win on Sunday.
Maniatis: Oman Spill Cleanup May Cost USD 200-500M
Specialists are racing to salvage a sinking shadow-fleet tanker off Oman that has caused a massive oil slick. Personnel have already boarded the Caroline Bezengi, a Suezmax that has grounded off…
‘I am on the ballot’ – Wajackoyah reaffirms 2027 presidential bid
Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah has reaffirmed his intention to run for president in the 2027 general election, saying he is firmly in the race despite growing efforts by opposition leaders to…
Pahang police investigate vandalised Bukit Tinggi temple statue, but no CCTV, no witnesses
KUANTAN, Aug 17 — Police have received three reports regarding the incident of a statue at a non-Muslim place of w...
‘Cultural Center’ or Spy Hub? Berlin Weighs Russian House Closure
Germany is considering closing Berlin’s Russian House amid allegations that the Kremlin-backed cultural center is being used for propaganda and espionage. The move reflects growing scrutiny of Russian institutions in Germany as Berlin steps up efforts to counter Moscow’s expanding hybrid threat.
Nak tawan Selangor? PAS dicabar bentang belanjawan alternatif
Pemuda PKR Selangor berkata PAS perlu buktikan kemampuan mentadbir dengan mengemukakan dasar, angka dan tawaran jelas kepada rakyat.
Trump cuts South Korea military drills after ‘GREAT’ Kim Jong Un post. An Iran angle at play
Trump said the annual US-South Korea military drills were expensive and “totally inappropriate and hostile” to North Korea.
National gun buyback push stalls as another state resists participation
NSW remains the lone participant in a national gun buyback scheme, as another state refuses to join.
Nigeria: 620,000 Displaced By Banditry, Kidnapping in North-West - IOM
[Daily Trust] Nearly 620,000 people have been displaced by armed banditry and kidnapping across the North-West, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has said.
- Nearly 620,000 displaced by banditry and kidnapping in Nigeria's North-West region.
- IOM reports 84% of 737,073 IDPs documented in assessed states.
- Katsina alone saw over 138,000 displaced by insecurity and natural disasters.
Nigeria: Misinformation, Communication Gaps Threaten Tinubu's Agenda, Says APC Chieftain
[Daily Trust] Persistent misinformation and a severe lack of public awareness regarding federal initiatives pose a critical threat to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's progressive governance agenda, an…
Sixty-day US-Iran deadline expires with no deal or extension
The 60-day Islamabad memorandum deadline between the US and Iran has ended without a final agreement or official extension amid ongoing disputes.
Will other states follow NSW into the national gun buy-back scheme – and will it make any difference?
Anthony Albanese has the NSW premier on board for the national scheme – but other states remain undecided or implacably opposed.
South Africa: Marikana Massacre 14 Years On - Victims' Families Still Await Criminal Accountability
[Daily Maverick] More than a decade after 34 mineworkers were gunned down by police, their families are still fighting for justice and trade unions for better working conditions.
EV charging sparks fire, destroys Cheras house
KUALA LUMPUR: An electric vehicle (EV) being charged at the foyer of a double-storey terrace house is believed to have sparked a fire that destroyed the property in Alam Damai, Cheras, yesterday.
Okada-assisted crimes on the increase in Edo
The Edo State Government has expressed concern over rising cases of robbery, kidnapping and other crimes allegedly involving commercial motorcycle riders, popularly known as Okada, in the state.
Account freeze: ‘Tinubu called me’ – Gov Adeleke withdraws case against EFCC
Re-elected Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, has announced that he has instructed the state’s Attorney General to withdraw the lawsuit against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC…
Amanah Youth offers free legal aid to those facing Asyraf's RM5m Tabung Haji defamation claims
JOHOR BARU: Amanah Youth is offering free legal assistance to individuals served with letters of demand (LODs) by Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki over comments linked to the Royal Commission of Inquiry…
2027 presidency: I have no agreement with Tinubu – Gov Adeleke counters Keyamo
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has refuted claims that he reached any agreement with President Bola Tinubu regarding his endorsement of the President for a second term in 2027. Adeleke clarified that his support for Tinubu stems from the fact that the President is a Yoruba man from the South-West, adding that he aims to […] 2027…
Government's educational goal is to improve access, infrastructure, and learning outcomes nationwide
In response to development requests raised by the Paga Pio, President Mahama assured the community that local health and road infrastructure were high on the government’s agenda
Trump envoy Kushner arrives in Israel after rare Hamas talks on Gaza peace plan
It comes after Kushner held rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan.
Foreign visitors to pay flat 450 baht tourism fee under new Thailand plan
Thailand eyes flat 450-baht tourist entry fee, air arrivals to pay first Foreign visitors to Thailand may soon pay a flat 450 baht (about US$13.50) to enter the country, after a national committee backed a revised version of the long-delayed tourism fee and cleared it for public consultation.
Zawiya blast deepens strain on Libya power grid
An explosion near the Zawiya power station has knocked several generating units offline, adding fresh pressure to Libya’s electricity network after a series of attacks on energy infrastructure in the…
Kim Jong Un vows to deepen ties with Russia in message to Putin
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un reaffirmed the deepening of ties between North Korea and Russia in a message to Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, Reuters wrote on Aug.
Don’t just scrap UUCA, use it to reshape Malaysia’s universities, says UTM VC
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 — The repeal of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (AUKU) should not be seen a...
Why Oei Tjoe Tat Matters
Oei Tjoe Tat was a loyalist of Sukarno who was imprisoned under the New Order regime. He fought for equal rights for Chinese Indonesians.
Yemeni government forces target Houthi positions in Al-Jawf
Yemeni government forces say they are targeting Houthi gatherings and hideouts across several fronts in Al-Jawf province in the north.