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EU's eastern border defense projects worth tens of billions of euros, inlcude Ukraine - EC
The EU's additional efforts to strengthen defense of its eastern flank are tied to two projects that include non-EU countries, namely Ukraine and Norway, among their participants, European Commission…
Campoamor Residents Return to the Streets in Fight for Barranco Rubio Beach
Hundreds of residents, property owners and beach users have staged a second demonstration in Campoamor, demanding the regeneration of Barranco Rubio beach and the restoration of safe, accessible…
Big Ukraine Terrain Gains, Novorossiysk Smacked hard, NATO Ups the Appeasement
Ukraine formally confirmed a three-month southern offensive that's retaken 350+ sq km near Hulyaipole, while Russia pounded Kyiv and Odesa with missiles and drones.
Kremlin silences anti-war party as domestic repression grows
A Russian court sentenced a leader of the anti-war Yabloko party to more than 11 years in a penal colony.
Fire Service equipment shortage persists as some appliances go 15 years without replacement
Deputy Director of Operations at the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), ACFO II Osmond Anum, who also serves as the Greater Accra Regional Commander, has disclosed that the service is facing a…
Saudi Arabia tightens rules on financial transfers to UAE
Saudi Arabia tightens rules on financial transfers to UAE Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 08/18/2026 - 13:49 Move appears to be latest sign of rising tensions between two Gulf nations Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bidding farewell to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on…
Osun Election: We worked with Accord to stop APC from winning – ADC
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has revealed the reason for its poor performance in the just concluded Osun State governorship election. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the party’s low vote count was due to its collaboration with the Accord Party, which won the…
Govt issues update on Kipchoge Keino Stadium construction ahead of Mashujaa Day
The government has issued an update on the ongoing construction of the Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret City, with officials assuring that the facility will be ready to host Mashujaa Day celebrations…
Ex-Kano LG Chair arrested over alleged sale of illegal drugs
The Kano State Multi-Agency Committee on Illicit Drugs and Related Offences has arrested a former chairman of Rogo Local Government Area for allegedly selling and administering fentanyl injections to…
The Supreme Court establishes that changing sex in the civil registry does not have retroactive effects to annul a sentence for male violence
The High Court also sets a precedent by stating that, even if the registration change is made before committing the crime, it is also invalid if "intent to defraud the law" is proven.
Mumbai Airport Customs Arrests UP Man With 2 Kg Suspected Cannabis Worth ₹70 Lakh From Bangkok At CSMIA
Mumbai, August 18, 2026: The Mumbai Airport Customs officials have arrested a UP-based man for allegedly smuggling drugs.
Jalgaon: Gram Sevak Dies While Fleeing After Alleged Assault During Gram Sabha; 7 Booked
Jalgaon: A 52-year-old Gram Sevak died while allegedly trying to escape after being assaulted during a Gram Sabha at Shivre in Parola taluka on Monday, August 17.
Ahmedabad Police busts 'Boss Scam' cyber ring; Pakistan-China links found
The investigation revealed that the scale of the scam is massive, with 251 complaints already registered against this group across 26 different states in India.
Russia sending Iran explosives to rebuild military arsenal
Russia has begun supplying Iran with explosives and munitions, helping Tehran rebuild its missile and drone arsenal following strikes by the United States and Israel, NBC News reported on Aug.
Busia Police seize bhang, methamphetamine worth over Ksh56M in a month
Police in Busia County have seized more than 800 kilograms of bhang and 2.65 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at over Ksh56 million in street value in the past month.
Hong Kong customs raids office in Opatra London probe after 6 complaints
Hong Kong customs has raided a corporate secretarial office in Sheung Wan as part of an investigation into a local beauty chain linked to UK brand Opatra London, following six complaints alleging…
Odesa Enlistment Service Members Accused of Abuse in Mobilization
Ukraine’s State Bureau of Investigation says it uncovered alleged abuse by two notification groups from a district Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center in Odesa region.
Trump and the changing price of alliance
U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to substantially reduce the U.S.-ROK combined military exercise should concern South Koreans, but not simply because one exercise will be smaller.
Fear grows among Egyptians in UAE over residency cancellations, report says
Fear grows among Egyptians in UAE over residency cancellations, report says Submitted by Alex MacDonald on Tue, 08/18/2026 - 10:34 Workers say permits were cancelled without explanation while they…
Torrevieja Expands Local Police Recruitment Drive to 63 Officers
Torrevieja City Council has expanded its ongoing Local Police recruitment process from 44 to 63 positions as part of plans to strengthen the force and provide greater long-term stability.
- Torrevieja expands local police recruitment to 63 officers.
- 45 positions filled through open competition, 18 for transfers.
- Council aims to complete recruitment by next few months.
The Remaking of the Middle East
El conflicto con Irán está transformando las alianzas de una manera que ni Estados Unidos ni Israel previeron. Leer
Hormuz tensions, US-Iran talks, flights: What UAE residents need to know tonight
Dubai: As Tuesday draws to a close, tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remained high, with fresh threats from US President Donald Trump, conflicting positions from Washington and Tehran, and a vessel reporting a projectile strike in the strategic waterway.
Libya’s latest turmoil exposes fault lines beneath uneasy status quo
Libya has spent years learning how to live with division. Since the ceasefire that halted the country’s last major round of fighting in 2020, after military commander Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar launched an offensive to capture Tripoli, the absence of nationwide war has created an impression of relative calm.
Man held for killing mother-in-law in Tirupattur
The accused stole gold jewellery and cash from the victim to settle his debts
Prabowo's Visit to NTT Earthquake Zone Being Planned, Palace Says
President Prabowo Subianto's visit to earthquake-hit East Nusa Tenggara is being planned as the government assesses conditions on the ground.
- President Prabowo's visit to NTT earthquake zone is being planned.
- State Secretary Prasetyo explains unique preparations needed.
- Government monitoring disaster response closely.
Parking overhaul at K.R. Market brings seamless movement but hits small vendors’ businesses
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has installed barricades and created a dedicated route to enter the facility, halving the width of Avenue Road for the purpose
'People Of PoK Deserve Sympathy': India Raises Concern Over Situation In Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir
India on Tuesday reiterated its concern over the situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), with Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighting the ongoing protests…
ABC sues FCC over "retaliatory campaign" against its programming
The Disney-owned network says that letting the FCC review its broadcasting licenses "would be a charade."
Madlanga commission: Deceased taxi boss’s surveillance deals and marijuana muscle
Madlanga commission evidence leader Matthew Chaskalson read out various messages sent and received by the deceased taxi boss Jothan Msibi.
Zelenskyy submits nominations for defense, foreign ministers to Rada, proposes Khmara and Sybiha – MP Zhelezniak
Voice faction MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has submitted nominations to the Verkhovna Rada to appoint Yevhen Khmara as defense minister and Andriy Sybiha as foreign…
€6,000 Cryptocurrency Fraud Claim Exposed as Alleged Fake Crime Report
A Murcia resident who claimed that €6,000 had been taken from his accounts on two cryptocurrency platforms is now under investigation after Guardia Civil cybercrime officers concluded that no external…
- Murcia resident reported €6,000 stolen from cryptocurrency accounts.
- Investigators found discrepancies between complainant's account and exchange records.
- Suspicious activity traced to complainant's own device, not unauthorized access.
How do the 9-1 GCSE grade boundaries work in England?
The previous alphabetical system has been replaced in England, but is still used in Wales and Northern Ireland.
Cabinet hails progress of government agencies in 2026 digital maturity index
Saudi Arabia's Cabinet praised government agencies for their progress in the 2026 Digital Experience Maturity Index, stressing continued digital service improvements.
‘Well-established facts’: MEA on Donald Trump's praise of voter IDs in India
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal was asked about US President Donald Trump's comments on India’s election system while advocating for voter IDs in America.
Primary election season rolls into Alaska, Florida and Wyoming
Incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska is facing a serious challenge from former Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola.
Disney sues FCC over challenge to broadcast licenses, claims retaliation over ‘Jimmy Kimmel’
- Disney sues FCC over broadcast license challenge.
- FCC investigation targets eight ABC licenses.
- Disney alleges FCC retaliation over 'Jimmy Kimmel'.
Iceland’s E.U. Referendum, Explained
Here’s what you need to know about Iceland's referendum on Aug. 29, what will be asked of the roughly 400,000-strong population, and what comes next.
Bihar teacher job aspirants seek TRE notification in 24 hours, threaten ‘gherao’ protest against education minister
Teaching job aspirants in Bihar began protesting on Tuesday, demanding a single-tier examination in BPSC-TRE 4.
Holidaymakers warned not to bring home “destructive” beetle
The Dutch food standards watchdog NVWA has urged returning holidaymakers not to bring back foreign invaders after a Japanese beetle...
Zimbabwe: Kariba ferry death toll rises to 93
The death toll from a ferry disaster on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba has risen to 93, which makes it the country’s deadliest transport disaster, according to the state-run Herald newspaper.
NCCSALW tasks NYSC members with tackling arms proliferation in North-East
The National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in the North-East to support efforts to curb the…
Small arms amnesty campaign boosts surrender, regularisation of weapons in Ashanti Region
National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons
Slight increase in water discharge from Maharashtra reservoirs
- Water discharge from Maharashtra reservoirs increased by 1,875 cusecs on Tuesday.
- Krishna reservoir's inflow remained unchanged at 30,000 cusecs.
- Raja Lakhamagouda dam had 30,243 cusec inflow and 24,155 cusec outflow.
A reflection on the proposed university for Savannah Region
On October 30, 2025, I respectfully petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to reconsider the proposed arrangement for the establishment of a university in the Savannah Region through a partnership…
Qatar says Hormuz agreement crucial for US-Iran talks to resume
Qatar says Hormuz agreement crucial for US-Iran talks to resume Qatar has said that an agreement between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz would make it easier to resume negotiations to end the…
‘Famous for the wrong reasons’: Man who assaulted uncle at East Coast hawker centre makes the news worldwide
The incident was covered by the BBC, SCMP and even Philippine outlets. Most people say parents have a right to set boundaries, but the man overreacted This article ( ‘Famous for the wrong reasons’…
Supreme Court rejected Verizon's bid to recoup a $47 million FCC privacy fine
The court denied Verizon's petition without explanation, ending the carrier's effort to recover a fine over the sale of customer location data
Ukrainian convicted of espionage in Germany gets prison as 2 others are acquitted
- Ukrainian man sentenced to 1.25 years in German prison for espionage.
- Two other Ukrainians arrested, acquitted by Stuttgart court.
- Alleged Russian intelligence coordination via Mariupol intermediaries.
Putin hosts Myanmar’s leader for talks on deepening their relationship
- Russian President Putin hosted Myanmar's military leader Min Aung Hlaing.
- Meeting aimed to deepen cooperation in foreign policy, security, and economics.
- Joint military drills and infrastructure projects discussed, including nuclear plant.
Over 90% chance of Super El Nino, warns MetMalaysia
The department says there is a high possibility of a 'very strong' El Nino between October and December.
NTT Quake Victims to Receive Rp5 Million Each in Government Aid
Indonesia will give Rp5 million to each of 199 people injured in the NTT quake, while families of 70 victims will receive Rp15 million.
Western Cape Premier Winde launches lawyers in police stations project
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde and Minister Anroux Marais launch the Lawyers in Police Stations Project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at improving community safety and restoring trust in the…
Four months of raw sewage on Durban road
Overflowing manholes have forced motorists and taxis to take longer routes
Methu dismisses Nyoro’s outfit as ‘wheelbarrow party’ amid opposition realignment
Methu said the emergence of Nyoro’s party was anticipated and would not alter the political loyalties of voters in the Mt Kenya region
- John Methu calls Nyoro's party a 'wheelbarrow', dismissing it as predictable.
- Methu predicts Nyoro's party won't change Mt Kenya voters' political loyalties.
- Nyoro joins People's Party of Kenya, aiming to unite opposition leaders.
Moscow's top economist talks about Russia's defeat against Ukraine - and is fired
Andrei Klepatsch has been a technocrat in the Russian economic elite since the 1990s. In a speech, he soberly points out what balance sheets reveal about Russia's economy.
Recovery work at Kruger National Park progressing well: Maynier
Minister David Maynier says the recovery work at the Kruger National Park is progressing well.