Customs arrest 10 in HK$56m drug bust
Customs officers have arrested 10 individuals and seized around 240 kilos of suspected narcotics, with an estimated street value of HK$56 million, following a month-long international anti-trafficking…
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Immobilized SDF fighter jet leads to runway closure at Okinawa airport
NAHA (Kyodo) -- A runway was closed at Naha Airport in the southern island prefecture of Okinawa on Tuesday after a Japanese Self-Defense Forces fight
DA MP Mark Burke under fire as Kastelo faces R4bn Reserve Bank probe
DA MP Mark Burke faces calls for removal from Parliament’s finance committees following allegations that fintech company Kastelo was involved in exchange-control contraventions involving about R4…
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker expunges remarks against Karunanidhi by Law Minister Nirmalkumar
He also made it clear that he would not allow anyone other than the member who had given notice to speak when a special calling-attention motion had been moved under Rule 55 of the Assembly Rules.
Mamdani is going to town on the annoyance economy
NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani is targeting small issues like junk fees, petty scams, and red tape in a strategy to prove his government can deliver.
Suspect Tasered and Arrested After Police Car Rammed During Orihuela Costa Chase
A suspected car thief has been arrested following a dangerous pursuit through Orihuela Costa in which a Local Police patrol vehicle was rammed and two officers were injured.
Mankal Vaidya elected unopposed as Karnataka Assembly Deputy Speaker
Former minister R. V. Deshpande and BJP MLA Dinkar K. Shetty, who also hail from Uttara Kannada district, spoke on the achievements and experiences of Mr. Vaidya
Is Yemen's endless war serving a US-Israeli agenda?
Is Yemen's endless war serving a US-Israeli agenda? Submitted by Shady Ibrahim on Fri, 08/14/2026 - 20:11 Washington and Tel Aviv appear comfortable in the back seat, shaping the conflict's boundaries…
Chandy Oommen defends NSS chief Sukumaran Nair amid criticism
Congress MLA calls NSS general secretary an 'asset' to Keralam. The remarks follow sharp criticism directed at Nair by Kerala Congress (B) leader K.B. Ganesh Kumar
SC orders Imran Khan’s transfer to Shifa hospital for medical examination
The Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered the immediate transfer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan to Shifa International Hospital for a comprehensive medical examination and treatment…
Dubai Police impound 30 vehicles over unpaid traffic fines exceeding Dh6,000
Dubai Police impounded around 30 vehicles last year after their accumulated traffic fines exceeded Dh6,000, the threshold at which vehicles can be seized under Dubai law, according to a traffic…
Why Sukarno Chose Oei Tjoe Tat as Minister
Oei Tjoe Tat was appointed a minister because of his work in civic organizations. He became close to President Sukarno's family.
Police denounce viral flyer on AirPods, earphones use while driving
The Ghana Police Service has dismissed a flyer circulating on social media claiming that the use of AirPods, earphones and other audio devices while driving or riding is prohibited under Ghanaian law.
Over one-fifth of Russian LNG exports protected by EU's Greek sanctions exemption
The Greek shipping company Dynagas accounted for 35% of all LNG shipped to the EU from Russia's Arctic Yamal terminal, according to the NGO Urgewald.
UAE Mission to ASEAN participates in 3rd GCC-ASEAN meeting
The United Arab Emirates Mission to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) participated in the 3rd meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and ASEAN, which was held in…
30 people injured in massive fuel depot fire in Iraq
Dubai: At least 30 people suffered burns after a massive fire tore through a fuel depot and bitumen factory in Iraq’s Sulaimaniyah province early on Tuesday, local officials and media reported. Civil defence teams brought the blaze at the facility in the Tangro industrial area under control after battling it for four hours and 20 minutes.
Arrest Warrant Issued For Jill Stein After Court No-Show
The charges stem from a 2024 incident at a protest over the war in Gaza at the University of Washington.
Drone attack hits Sevastopol power hub as fire erupts near Crimea airfield
Drones targeted Sevastopol’s main electrical substation overnight on Aug. 18, with two impacts reported near the facility and a brief power outage, the Crimean Wind Telegram channel reported.
He fought for Ukrainian independence until a Soviet chocolate-box bomb killed him. Now Ukraine plans to honor him permanently
Ukrainian leader Yevhen Konovalets’ remains returned from Rotterdam after 88 years and are set for temporary reburial at Ukraine’s National Military Memorial Cemetery.
IIT JAM 2027: Registration Begins September 5 At jam.iitkgp.ac.in; Check Eligibility, Fees And Exam Pattern
IIT JAM 2027: The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, the organising institute for JAM 2027, has announced the schedule for the Joint Admission Test for Masters.
Pune-Kolhapur-Pune Special Train To Run Daily As ‘Daily Express’ From August 20
Karad: The Pune-Kolhapur-Pune special train will now operate as a regular daily service from August 20, providing greater convenience to traders, employees and other passengers travelling between the…
Schooling disrupted in Newclare following mass shooting
Five people were shot inside a flat in Newclare on Saturday.
Westbury shooting: Gauteng Education Department confirms pupil among victims
As gang violence escalates in Westbury, the Gauteng Education Department voices deep concerns over its devastating impact on learners and educators, urging community action to protect children's right…
Ghana, Russia sign first visa waiver agreement for diplomatic, service passport holders
Ghana and Russia have signed a Visa Waiver Agreement for holders of diplomatic and service passports, marking the first such agreement between the two countries since the establishment of formal…
Government School Roof Collapses During Work Hours In MP's Morena; VIDEO Shows Damp Walls & Ceilings Amid Rains
Morena (Madhya Pradesh): A part of the roof of a government primary school collapsed in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena district on Tuesday.
Extreme weather is changing how Americans see the world
A Gallup survey finds that disaster victims are more likely to feel that the future is out of their hands.
- 38% of Americans experiencing extreme weather feel helpless
- 38% report extreme weather damage this year, South most affected
- Survey shows mixed long-term effects on beliefs and trust in government
2027: Can Okpebholo Really Deliver 2.5m Edo Votes for Tinubu?
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State appears to have emerged as a self-confident voice within the All Progressives Congress, projecting himself as a dependable
Nine primary races to watch
Florida is the star of the night, but Alaska, Wyoming, and California host contests too.
Why the White House torched Jon Ossoff
The senator made a comment about Trump aide Natalie Harp over the weekend.
The Unending Political Feud Between Obasanjo and Osoba
The relationship between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and ex-Ogun State Governor, Olusegun Osoba remains one of the most consequential variables in the Gateway State’s political equation.
Nigerian national arrested with R20,000 worth of drugs in Polokwane
A 40-year-old Nigerian national is expected in court after police seized CAT and ROCK drugs worth an estimated R20,000 during an operation in Polokwane, Limpopo.
Fake troops loot earthquake-hit homes in Japan’s Kumamoto
Men in military fatigues identical to those worn by Japan’s Ground Self-Defence Forces (SDF) are reportedly prowling evacuated communities in Kumamoto prefecture to loot abandoned homes and businesses…
Why W’Africa Must Rethink Its Security Beyond Battlefield
Raheem Akingbolu, who attended a recent security retreat convened by the Amandla Institute in partnership with the Open Society Foundations, argues that West Africa can not shoot its way to
Ukraine-Krieg: Gebiet Charkiw: Zehn Tote nach russischem Raketenangriff
Die gegenseitigen Luftangriffe im Ukraine-Krieg werden immer heftiger. Im Gebiet Charkiw sterben bei einem russischen Raketenschlag viele Menschen. Opfer gibt es auch nach einem Drohnenangriff Kiews.
Uttarakhand inundated tunnel toll rises to 9 as rescue operations continue
Chamoli district magistrate Gaurav Kumar said rescuers are conducting continuous and intensive searches within the tunnel
Fire Breaks Out at Sairinji Temple in Saga
A fire broke out at Sairinji temple in Saga city on the morning of August 18, engulfing the building in flames and prompting the dispatch of 10 fire engines and two ambulances, with no injuries…
Zambia’s president wins second term with 60pc of the vote
Hichilema's win was widely expected, with his closest challenger Brian Mundubile getting 38pc of the votes cast. The remaining 12 candidates trailed far behind.
Life behind bars for 28-year-old Limpopo child raper
The offender tried to defend his clean-record but was shut down as it was pointed out the victim went through a horrific trauma for the first time.
Giza Zoo gains new life after joining with Orman Botanical Garden
Millions of Egyptians eagerly await the reopening of the Giza Zoo following the completion of its comprehensive development project.
US strikes kept Iran’s fishermen off Hormuz. They can no longer afford to stay idle
Aboard his boat moored along the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian fisherman Mohammad Amin mended a torn fishing net after a long day in waters that have long sustained his livelihood, but are now shadowed by…
Zambia Arrests 11 Opposition Figures on 2026 Election Night
Zambia · POLITICS Key Facts —Arrests announced: Zambia’s government said on 16 August 2026 that 11 people were arrested on the night of the 13 August 2026 general elections.
Ted Bundy piece referencing zip ties found in Eugene Horsch's home? Chilling details emerge amid serial killer claims
Shocking details have emerged amid an investigation into Eugene Horsch’s house in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood.
Brain drain: Israel abandons Israelis abroad
A Knesset report reveals a plunge in US returnees, harsh health penalties, and ministry opposition to equal benefits, pushing top talent away.
- Israeli government hostile to returning citizens from abroad
- 60% drop in US returnees from 3,700 to 1,500 (2020-2024)
- Healthcare waiting period and fees deter returnees
Human trafficking: Experts urge society to protect, not blame victims
Experts have called for a victim-centred approach to tackling human trafficking and other forms of transnational organised crime.
Two students die after allegedly eating momos, french fries at UP school
According to the parents, the children had consumed momos and finger chips on Sunday evening, bought from a shop near Mahendra Chowk.
Protesters Rally Outside Ukrainian Parliament as Defense Minister Vote Hangs in Balance
Dozens of protesters gathered outside Ukraine’s parliament demanding Mykhailo Fedorov’s reinstatement as defense minister.
NTSA arrests pedestrians at Taj Mall as Nairobi crackdown on highway crossings intensifies
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18 — The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has arrested several pedestrians at Taj Mall in Transami for allegedly ignoring designated crossing facilities, as…
Trump-Kim summit not imminent, but door remains open: experts
While U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un had responded to his recent outreach, talks between the two leaders are unlikely to resume soon, though the…
Why Lee is pushing to regain wartime OPCON within his term
President Lee Jae Myung is repeatedly calling for South Korea to regain wartime operational control (OPCON) from the United States within his term, with analysts saying the push reflects a sense of…
Bombay HC grants bail to one more convict in Narendra Dabholkar murder case
The court also expressed serious doubts about the manner in which CBI got the accused identified by two witnesses
Construction worker confronted by men linked to bikie gang, CFMEU inquiry hears
Queensland's CFMEU inquiry has heard three Melbourne men linked to the Comancheros bikie gang flew to Brisbane before one allegedly threatened a construction worker at a major government project.
Student accommodation costs raise funding concerns
NSFAS faces a R15 bln shortfall as accommodation costs reach R17 bln annually.
Violent Israeli settlers want to provoke a Palestinian uprising
They are operating with the tacit support of Israel’s government
Oti NPP executives demand completion of stalled government projects
The newly elected Regional Executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Oti Region have called on government to urgently complete and operationalise the Oti Regional Coordinating Council (ORCC) office and staff accommodation projects, as well as other projects initiated by the previous administration.