Selangor waits for Putrajaya to register Myanmar refugees before deciding next steps
SHAH ALAM, Aug 17 — The Selangor government is awaiting the Home Ministry’s registration of Myanmar refugees...
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‘Like a battlefield’: How Yemen’s Mocha went from a town of fishermen to a city of fighters
‘Like a battlefield’: How Yemen’s Mocha went from a town of fishermen to a city of fighters Submitted by MEE correspondent on Mon, 08/17/2026 - 12:06 The historic, strategically located city was once…
Locked exits, defunct fire-alarm system, killed 8 in Tarapith fire: Officials
Guests alleged that the fire alarm system did not work when the fire broke out. Many hoteliers learned about the fire when they heard screams
Radda: Katsina Executed N30bn Projects Without Borrowing
Francis Sardauna in Katsina Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has disclosed that his administration has executed development projects worth more than N30 billion without borrowing, while…
UK's reputation for rising crime 'at odds with reality'
The perception of crime in the UK is wrong on almost every level, a study suggests. Research from King’s College London shows that people believe crime is rising when, in fact, it has been falling.
AILU demands dedicated SC/ST court in Kozhikode
The demand was raised at the unit conference of the AILU Kozhikode City Committee, which noted that the absence of a designated SC/ST court in the district was causing delays in the disposal of such…
Junior Clerk Fired and Fined Rs. 1 Million for Harassing Female Officer in Islamabad
A junior clerk at a government institution in Islamabad has been dismissed from service and fined Rs. 1 million for … Read More The post Junior Clerk Fired and Fined Rs.
Defector Who Handed Ukraine's Only Submarine to Russia Reportedly Killed
Robert Shaheiev had commanded the vessel Zaporizhzhia, which was surrendered to Moscow when it annexed Crimea in 2014.
Polis dapat petunjuk kes tembak seri Tambun
Ketua Polis Pulau Pinang Dennis Lim Kwang Keng berkata siasatan masih berjalan termasuk mengesan suspek yang terlibat.
Martha Karua urges women leaders to respect rivals ahead of 2027
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has urged women seeking elective positions to embrace political competition without humiliating or attacking rivals with whom they disagree.
States can't create blockades in elephant corridors: SC
Justice Bagchi said the practice of using fireballs and spikes in West Bengal is prevalent because the elephants come from Nepal and through West Bengal they go to Jharkhand and other States
Russia’s most-used map app is erasing a Baltic missile site that Western maps still show
The concealment appears only on Yandex, leaving Google, Apple, and Microsoft to reveal exactly what Moscow wanted buried.
228 Girls From 38 Schools Benefit From Canara Bank Scholarships In Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Canara Bank distributed ‘Canara Vidya Jyoti’ scholarships to 228 meritorious girl students from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities across 38 schools…
Gen. Dhiraj Seth conferred honorary rank of General of Nepali Army
The ceremony, a tradition sustained across successive generations of military leadership, underscores the continuity of the distinctive military relationship between the two armies, the Indian Army…
Principal’s face blackened with ink by school girls in Rajasthan over molestation charges
The incident occurred at a government school in Rajasthan, where students and their parents gathered and held a demonstration against the school principal.
Six months on, Joburg Master’s office no better
Lawyers complain of backlogs, delays, inefficiency and corruption
‘GoldBod is a very big scandal awaiting us’ – Afenyo-Markin
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has warned that the operations of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) could become a major scandal, urging the institution to exercise caution in its activities.
‘The most terrifying 11 hours of my life’: What really happens when you cross Russia’s border? Meduza’s readers share their stories.
Crossing Russia’s border has become an increasingly fraught experience in recent years, whether you’re returning home or leaving the country. Last week, Meduza asked Russian readers to share their experiences crossing the border.
EU plans most far-reaching sanctions on Russia in coming months
The European Union intends to significantly expand sanctions against Russia in the coming months over its war in Ukraine, the bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, told a German newspaper. “EU sanctions have already cost Russia dearly, depriving Russia’s war machine of over €1 trillion (US$1.16 trillion) and for autumn I am putting…
The pandemic loan was for a tire shop. Prosecutors say it helped elect a mayor
Lawrence Mayor Brian DePena allegedly routed $90,000 of a $1.5 million small-business loan into his 2021 campaign while paying off property debt and taxes.
Putin visited Kuril Islands to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance
Analysts have said a visit by Russia's leader to a disputed island chain sent a "message" to Japan, which for decades has sought to reclaim control of the territory.
Putin visited Kuril to 'punish' Japan over Ukraine stance
Analysts have said a visit by Russia's leader to a disputed island chain sent a "message" to Japan, which for decades has sought to reclaim control of the territory.
WATCH: Westbury residents trapped in daily barrage of gang gunfire
Residents of Westbury in Johannesburg are living in constant fear as gang violence escalates, with gunfire ringing out daily.
Fire destroys ICT lab at Gushegu Midwifery Training School, threatens licensure exams
An ICT laboratory at the Gushegu Midwifery Training School was gutted by fire early Monday morning, halting academic work at the facility that serves as the school’s main center for online external…
Florida gerrymandering puts Debbie Wasserman Schultz in awkward position of running to represent 42% Black district
Sporting red-white-and-blue sneakers and a matching bedazzled manicure ahead of Florida’s primaries on Tuesday, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz smiles and tells voters she is “running for reelection to Congress.” That’s true — with a caveat.
Bekas CEO 1MDB tak tahu sebab digugurkan daripada saman USD5.64 bilion
Shahrol Azral Ibrahim Halmi tegaskan beliau tidak buat sebarang perjanjian dengan kerajaan.
Mombasa County employees warned to stay out of political activities
Public servants have been reminded to stay away from political activities as the clock ticks towards the August 10, 2027, General Election and instead to focus on serving Kenyans faithfully and…
US Says Iran Port Blockade Can Last Indefinitely as Deadline Expires
United States · GEOPOLITICS Key Facts —Blockade reinstated: US Central Command resumed the blockade of Iranian ports on 14 July 2026. It took effect at 16:00 Eastern Time.
Kremlin Introduces New Methods To Lure Youth From Ukraine’s Temporarily Occupied Territories Into The War — CCD
The Kremlin is introducing new manipulative methods to lure young people from Ukraine's temporarily occupied territories into the Russian army to take part in the war.
'Dabbu Ko Kyu Pakda?' Farmer Scolds Leopard For Attacking Dog; Big Cat Listens Like A Guilty Schoolboy In MP's Shivpuri— VIDEO
Shivpuri (Madhya Pradesh): An interesting video showing a man playfully interacting with a leopard and scolding it is going viral on social media on Monday.
Unite the region and deliver victory in 2028 – Dr. Bawumia to new Greater Accra NPP executives
Newly elected Greater Accra NPP Chairman, Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, has received his first major directive from party flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia: unite the region and deliver victory in 2028. Dr.
US, Egypt, and More Extend Independence Day Greetings to Indonesia
Friendly countries have extended congratulations to Indonesia over its Independence Day commemoration on August 17.
Trump Issues Threat to Oman as US-Iran MOU Expires
President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it gets in the way of developments with Iran, according to reports from Fox News.
US tourist dies after being struck by lightning while hiking Sicily’s Mount Etna
- American tourist, 29, died after lightning strike on Mount Etna
- Hiker found dead Sunday evening above tree line
- Recent volcanic activity led to slope closures
Trump now threatens to bomb Oman if it "gets in his way"
El presidente estadounidense insiste en que su objetivo número uno es que Irán no consiga el arma nuclear
Shehzad Poonawalla explains why he quit BJP, says ‘will continue to support party's ideology’
Shehzad Poonawalla said that he approached the party about his decision and was asked to reconsider, but he chose to stick to it.
No licence, no insurance, so no Mercedes: Langkawi JPJ seizes Bangladeshi farmer’s luxury ride
ALOR SETAR, Aug 17 — The Kedah Road Transport Department (JPJ) seized a Mercedes-Benz vehicle used by a Bangladesh...
‘No VIPs Before God,’ Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Shastri Blames VIP Darshan For Ujjain & Bihar Stampede, Urges Temples To End Special Entry System | VIDEO
Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh): Bageshwar Dham's Dhirendra Krishna Shastri has urged temple administrations and governments to end VIP entry systems at major religious places, saying all devotees are…
100 teachers receive over $9,000 each in life-changing bonuses
A generous donation of one million dollars was given to teachers in California. One hundred educators in the Ross Valley School District received substantial bonuses.
EXCLUSIVE: UK-based Hong Kong activist Finn Lau says Wise restored his bank accounts after sudden closures
A Hong Kong pro-democracy activist based in the UK has said that three of his bank accounts with financial services provider Wise have been deactivated, including one for the daily operation of…
Opposition can’t rely on federal backing to win elections – Bala Mohammed
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has warned opposition politicians against relying on federal backing to secure electoral victories, saying the era of political imposition in Nigeria is…
Dr Bawumia meets new Greater Accra NPP executives, charges them to bring all talents on board
NPP flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called on the newly elected Greater Accra Regional executives of the party to put their internal differences aside and work together ahead of the 2028 general elections. Dr Bawumia made the call when the new executives, led by Regional Chairman Dr Bernard Okoe Boye, paid a courtesy call on […]
Irish police say deadly motorway stunts being staged for ‘social media likes’
Five teenagers died in a crash early on Sunday after their car was driven against traffic in what police described as reckless behaviour for social media likes.
Southern Africa: Ramaphosa Issues Apology Over Violence Against Foreigners
[AIM] Durban -- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa apologized to his Mozambican counterpart, Daniel Chapo, for the recent violence perpetrated by South African citizens against African…
BN remains committed to unity government until end of term, says Khaled
KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional remains committed to the unity government until the end of its term, despite differing political alignments in state elections.
Houthi militia fires ballistic missiles near Bab al-Mandab, targets Mokha again
Houthi forces launched five ballistic missiles near Bab al-Mandab as military escalation continues across several Yemeni provinces.
Labor secures Coalition support for gambling reforms
Labor and the Coalition have agreed to establish a single register that would allow Australians to opt out of wagering ads across online platforms, as part of a tentative deal to pass gambling reforms.
Blessing Agbebaku impeached as Edo Speaker as Idaiye steps in
Blessing Agbebaku, has resigned as the Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly at the plenary sitting. Agbebaku resigned read more Blessing Agbebaku impeached as Edo Speaker as Idaiye steps in
Before the Next Jason: When seniority becomes a weapon against young academics
The death of Professor Jason Arday should make the academic world pause. Arday, who became the youngest Black professor in the history of the University of Cambridge at the age of 37, died at 41 after…
Mike Layton looking to re-enter municipal politics, to run in University-Rosedale
Former Toronto councillor Mike Layton is looking to make a return to municipal politics and will run for a spot at City Hall in the fall election.
Zambia election 2026: Opposition figures arrested over claims of insurrection
Security forces in Zambia have seized weapons and arrested 11 people, including senior opposition figures, allegedly involved in an insurrection plot, the government has said.
Judiciary warns public against fake letter purportedly signed by Martha Koome
The Judiciary has warned the public against a fabricated letter circulating on social media and purportedly attributed to Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court of Kenya Martha Koome.
- Judiciary warns against fake letter falsely attributed to Martha Koome.
- Letter circulated on social media, denying any involvement in authorship.
- Institution emphasizes need for verification before sharing official communications.
Putin plans war through 2027 as Kremlin weighs covert mobilization tactics
Several Russian economists and members of the country’s political elite are urging Vladimir Putin not to announce another mobilization, warning that it could rupture the Kremlin’s tacit bargain with…
Man stops toddler seen walking alone on road at Punggol Coast Mall
The man said the child’s parent later apologised and said his child had “run very fast”.
Former Chua Chu Kang MP Tang See Chim, advocate for displaced farmers, dies at 94
He once declined the chance to move to another constituency, choosing instead to help thousands of residents facing resettlement.
Trump’s ‘Very Good Relationship’ With Kim Jong Un in Pictures
As Trump said that he has a "very good" relationship with the North Korean leader, take a look at their meetings over the years.