Fahmi: Pakatan leaders to meet on PKR congress and DAP conference outcomes
PUTRAJAYA, Aug 17 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) leaders will hold a meeting soon to discuss several matters identified fo...
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Cali closes the rescue phase after 140 hours and moves to clearing rubble
Authorities in Cali declared the search and rescue phase over a week after the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck western Colombia, following more than 140 hours of continuous operations. Teams deployed in the capital of Valle del Cauca department are now focused on recovering the last bodies located and on removing rubble.
Ghana’s Road Safety Crisis: We must move from reaction to prevention
The ongoing loss of life on Ghana’s roads demands more than expressions of sympathy, temporary police exercises, television discussions or promises of new technology. It demands that we ask a fundamental question: Are we genuinely trying to prevent road crashes, or have we become accustomed to reacting only after people have died?
Kushner sits with Netanyahu to talk Gaza after 2-hour meeting with Hamas
JERUSALEM (AP) — Mideast negotiator and Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner was meeting Monday with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin…
CID raids underway at JSSC office in connection with Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities
The State probe agency has arrested 20 people in connection with recruitment exam irregularities, including former JPSC Chairman L Khiangte.
Leaked Audio: Nigerian Police Officer Alleges Bribe-for-Posting Scheme, N10,000 Monthly Kickbacks In Ebonyi
Leaked Audio: Nigerian Police Officer Alleges Bribe-for-Posting Scheme, N10,000 Monthly Kickbacks In Ebonyi The officer further alleged that the administrative practices within the squadron had…
US senator condemns Ben Gvir’s call to 'kill 30 or 40 people in Gaza every night'
US senator condemns Ben Gvir’s call to 'kill 30 or 40 people in Gaza every night' US Senator Jacky Rosen has called for Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben Gvir to resign after comments in…
Sh1.5bn Ruaraka land scandal: EACC fights supreme court appeal
EACC says the firms seek to turn factual and evidential disputes into constitutional questions.
No difference between Jaish-e-Mohammed, Taliban, RSS: KPCC’s B.K. Hariprasad says all three “not registered in India”
Mr. Hariprasad's comments reinforce Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge's recent demand for the RSS to publicly clarify under which Indian laws it holds property, bank accounts, and receives…
KZN cemetery has a problem of men performing indecent acts on graves
Residents further reported that audio from pornographic videos could be heard by children.
PTI demands Imran's immediate hospital transfer after jail report flags BP issues
Barrister Gohar says that since last October, access has been denied to Imran, demands that 'cat and mouse game' end
The Democratic establishment's ideas deficit
The centrist Democratic group Third Way recently declared "war" on democratic socialists to head off what they fear could be a far-left hijacking of the party ahead of 2028.
Indonesian mother 'grateful' after emergency birth during 7.7 quake
NAGEKEO: As the earth shook around her, tearing apart homes, buildings, and bridges in eastern Indonesia, Maria Florida Nogo Kelen was giving birth to her daughter.
Karnataka allows release of crop insurance claims for drought-hit areas
Mid-season adversity clause invoked
City Power warns of week of planned power cuts across Johannesburg
Mangena cautioned residents to remain alert during the outages.
Proxy companies probe expands into Northeast
The Interior Ministry has expanded its investigation into foreign-owned proxy companies to Sakon Nakhon, while a senior Phuket official has proposed the government stop providing welfare benefits for…
Verteidigung: Taiwan plant Rekordausgaben für Verteidigung
Taiwan will deutlich mehr Geld in seine Verteidigung stecken. Präsident Lai nennt die Ausgaben eine Investition in den Frieden. Das Parlament muss noch zustimmen.
Israel should kill ‘30-40’ Gazans every night, Ben-Gvir says on ex-hostage’s podcast
"I think that we need to do targeted strikes in Gaza every night, take out 30, 40 - not just those who endanger us in that moment," Ben-Gvir said.
- Ben-Gvir suggests Israel should target and kill 30-40 Gazans nightly
- Argues all Gazans, including civilians, should not be spared
- Calls for death penalty law for terrorists
Some rain expected in S’pore in second half of August; dry weather in region could bring haze
The daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 33 and 34 deg C on most days.
- Singaporeans to prepare for brief thunderstorms in late August.
- Below-average rainfall expected for second half of August.
- Dry conditions in Sumatra and Kalimantan could cause regional haze.
Europa: Erdogan: EU-Beitritt der Türkei ist keine Priorität
Die Beitrittsverhandlungen zwischen der Türkei und der EU liegen auf Eis. Grund sind Rückschritte bei der Demokratie. Für Erdogan hat das Thema ohnehin keinen Vorrang. Er lässt aber eine Tür offen.
Kushner to meet Netanyahu after talks with Hamas on Gaza plan
President Donald Trump's envoy Jared Kushner is to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday after holding talks with Hamas leaders, as he tries to revive a Gaza peace plan that Israel…
The Geneva Conventions and protecting life in wars at sea — Aisya Abdul Rahman
AUGUST 17 — Bombings of major ports. Blockades at key chokepoints. Attacks on cargo ships, merchant vessels and re...
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces 100% crop loan waiver up to ₹75,000, more relief for higher loans. Check details
Vijay said that despite the state's financial constraints, his government has decided to extend additional support of ₹953.06 crore to farmers.
City University Abuja Receives NUC Licence, Begins Postgraduate Admissions for 2026/2027 Academic Session
City University Abuja has received its NUC licence and is now admitting postgraduate students for the 2026/2027 academic session. Apply now!
China Wants Trump to Roll Out the Red Carpet—and Roll Over
China wants to run relations with the U.S. in a leader-to-leader system, in the same way it already does with Russia's Vladimir Putin.
- China's President Xi Jinping to visit U.S. next month
- China employs "summitry" management strategy
- Goal: Isolate regional allies, avoid specific discussions
Pakistani TikTok star shot dead in Taxila, two unidentified gunmen fired at car
The firing killed Shamsoo Bibi, also known as Ayesha Gilamana, and seriously injured her 15-year-old sister, Aseema.
Howard Buffett: 27 Reisen ins Kriegsgebiet: Warren Buffetts Sohn ist „der größte Freund der Ukraine“
Der Sprössling des US-Investors hat eine Mission – und sie heißt nicht Berkshire. Er will mit seinem Geld „die Welt verbessern“. Dafür reist er immer wieder in die Ukraine.
S'pore man, 60, threatens another man, 70, with knife during argument about alleged debt
He waved the knife very close to the victim's face.
Matrimonial site promised 100 matches, delivered 51; Kerala panel orders Rs 15K refund
A matrimonial website was found deficient in service by the Kerala consumer commission. The website promised one hundred contacts but only provided fifty-one during the subscription.
Malaysia to scrap 55-year-old university law, but will campus reform follow?
Malaysia may finally scrap the university law that generations of students have blamed for stifling campus dissent, but activists and academics say the harder fight will be over what comes next.
Jordan’s King to visit China for talks with Xi
The trip, at the invitation of Chinese president Xi Jinping, comes as the US-allied kingdom remains caught in the middle of Washington's months-long war with Tehran.
Egypt has several options to deter Ethiopia’s actions over Nile waters: Experts
Several experts in African affairs affirmed that Egypt possesses a range of political, diplomatic, legal, and regional tools to deter Ethiopia’s unilateral actions regarding the Nile waters and its…
New recruits are joining the military in big numbers, but not for reason Hegseth says
The military’s recruiting rebound is real, but the reasons behind it are far less political than Hegseth’s framing suggests.
UAE ranked fourth-best country in the world for expats despite regional disruption
It also ranked first out of 31 destinations in the Expat Essentials Index, which measures how easily foreign residents can manage the practical aspects of moving overseas
Woman allegedly steals newborn after deceiving husband over pregnancy in Kebbi
The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old woman, Khadija Ibrahim, over the alleged theft of a newborn baby in Zuru Local Government Area of the state.
Govt wants to cut road deaths by half by 2030
Deputy prime minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says motorcyclists and pillion riders made up about 66% of the fatalities last year.
New Defence Minister pledges technology-led defence posture
The new Defence Minister, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has pledged to pursue a technology-led and modernised defence posture to address Ghana’s evolving security threats.
Taiwan president proposes NT$10,000 cash handout as economy set for strongest growth in decades
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has proposed giving every person NT$10,000 (US$314) next year, saying stronger-than-expected economic growth has created an opportunity to share the benefits with the…
Twisha Sharma case: CBI files charges of dowry death, cruelty, abetment to suicide against Giribala Singh and son
Twisha was found hanging at her marital home on May 12. While her family alleged dowry-related torture, her in-laws tried to frame it as a suicide.
Hajiji: Sabah allocates nearly RM1bil for agriculture, industry, tourism
KENINGAU: The Sabah government has allocated nearly RM1 billion for the development of the agriculture, industry and tourism sectors, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.
Government unveils last-minute gambling reforms ahead of critical new report
The government implemented a raft of changes to its gambling reforms shortly before the release of a damning new report.
Iran says 'no such thing' as 60-day deadline in MoU with US
Esmaeil Baqaei, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson, said on Monday that there was “no such thing as a 60-day deadline” under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States.
Ramaphosa to address SADC Summit
The leaders will discuss the challenges facing the region including migration at the SADC Summit.
Burnham exchanged messages with individual impersonating Trump chief of staff
PM was in contact with unknown person pretending to be senior White House aide Susie Wiles, it is understood Andy Burnham exchanged messages with someone impersonating Donald Trump’s chief of staff…
VIDEO: Skoda Owner Sets Car Ablaze After Traffic Police Fix Jammer In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: In a shocking incident, a car owner allegedly set his unregistered Skoda Superb on fire after traffic police fixed a jammer to the vehicle parked on Adalat Road on August…
'I've Been Kidnapped': 19-Year-Old Stages Abduction Drama In Pune To Seek Rs 5 Lakh From Family
Pune: A 19-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh allegedly staged his own kidnapping in Pune and demanded Rs 5 lakh from his family.
Threat to NATO Countries Will Persist as Long as Russia Continues War Against Ukraine — Tsahkna
The threat to NATO countries will persist as long as Russia continues its war against Ukraine, Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said on August 16, UATV English reports.
Western Cape sergeant arrested for allegedly taking bribe to smuggle dagga into cells
A police sergeant in the Western Cape faces corruption charges after being caught in a sting operation, highlighting ongoing issues of misconduct within the SAPS.
Incumbency does not guarantee electoral victory – ADC tells APC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State has expressed optimism that it will defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections and form the next government…
GLCs, GLICs are public trust, not political property, says CSO Platform
KUALA LUMPUR: Government-linked companies (GLCs) and government-linked investment companies (GLICs) must be treated as institutions of public trust, not “political property”, says the CSO Platform for…
Sudan: Finance, Higher Education and Minerals Ministers Urge African Union to Take a Constructive Position On Militia Crimes
[SNA] Finance Minister Dr. Gebreil Ibrahim affirmed that the war launched by the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia against Sudan has negatively affected the country's economic capabilities…
Pakistani TikToker Ayesha Gilamana shot dead at 28 in Taxila, police probe CCTV footage
Pakistani TikToker Ayesha Gilamana, whose real name was Shamsu Bibi, was shot dead in Taxila on August 14, according to a complaint filed by her father.