JD(S) demands Karnataka govt. drop Bidadi Township Project
The party hit back at the Chief Minister, who has been arguing that both the Bidadi Township Project and the NICE Road were initiated by JD(S) governments
Continued
Senate seeks answers over tax exemptions
Government says exemptions were misused, promises consultations with stakeholders
Pak fighting war of perception: Tarar
Minister calls for policy continuity against extremist narratives
SC order sparks debate on political space
Imran's hospital transfer fuels settlement speculation and govt concern
Germany Opens Drone Defense Research Center After Leipzig Airport Incident
Germany opened a new drone security research center on Tuesday, Aug. 18, less than two weeks after an explosive-laden unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was found near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig-Halle Airport. German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt called the incident part of a broader hybrid threat pattern linked to Russia.
NPA set to drop charges against Khumalo and Dineo Mokwele
The case, which began with arrests in June 2025, centres on allegations of fraud and corruption surrounding Mokwele’s appointment as brigadier.
Emergency equipment for 2-year-old girl battling cancer stolen during break and enter
The last thing a northwest Calgary family needed was to have someone break into their home and steal emergency equipment needed for a two-year-old girl fighting cancer.
RJD’s march is against ‘dictatorship of the Bihar government’, Lalu says
Students in Bihar were tormented by paper leaks, a dilapidated education system, biased recruitment processes, unemployment, and a government that rained bullets on them, RJD supremo says
Second suspect appears in court for Reiger Park police murders
Boksburg Magistrate's Court postpones Meyer case to 25 August for formal bail application as Collins is detained at Modderbee Prison for security reasons.
Millions Could Be Shielded From Social Security Seizures Under New Bill
"No senior should have their Social Security payments taken away," Vermont Independent Senator Bernie Sanders said.
- Senator Bernie Sanders proposes bill to shield Social Security benefits from student loan seizures.
- Stop Social Security Garnishment Act of 2026 co-sponsored by Warren and Markey.
- 9.5 million borrowers in default, $233.3 billion of $1.7 trillion student loan debt in default.
IDF still uses Chinese-made vehicles at Kirya despite security concerns
Electric MG ZS vehicles continue to patrol the IDF's Kirya headquarters in Tel Aviv, despite restrictions on Chinese vehicles and renewed concerns over Chinese-made technology.
Kushner has opened the door: Now Israelis and Palestinians must walk through it - opinion
A historic meeting: Hamas leaders met directly with Jared Kushner, the US Special Envoy for Peace, and reaffirmed their commitment to disarm and demilitarize Gaza.
- Hamas officials meet with Jared Kushner for peace talks
- Kushner demands concrete actions from Hamas to disarm and cede power
- Demilitarization could lead to Palestinian reconstruction and Israeli security
Pentagon demands audit of 30 universities, investigating Russian, Chinese, Iranian research ties
The Defense Department did not publicly list the 30 US schools to be reviewed for suspected ties to 130 research institutes based in Russia, China, and Iran, including civilian universities.
- Pentagon demands audit of 30 US universities
- Universities to review ties with Russian, Chinese, Iranian entities
- Audits due by August 31 to safeguard research investments
2027: I have no candidate yet, won’t support APC — Davido
Afrobeats star Davido declares he has no preferred presidential candidate for the 2027 elections and will not support the ruling APC.
FULL LIST: UI, UNILAG lead Nigerian institutions in global ranking
See the full list of Nigerian universities in the July 2026 Webometrics global ranking. UI and UNILAG lead, but how do they compare worldwide?
Justice Department to send a record 1,000 monitors to midterm polling places
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
'The joy is times 9': S'pore couple shares about challenges & joys of raising 9 kids
No easy feat, but a joy nonetheless.
Ex-Mos Burger boss among 8 in court over using ‘phantom workers’ to defraud chain
A former Mos Burger branch manager, his wife and six alleged “phantom workers” have appeared in court after being charged by the city’s corruption buster for allegedly conspiring to defraud the…
IEBC and Carter Center discuss election technology ahead of 2027 polls
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has held talks with the Carter Center on preparations for the 2027 General Election, with election technology and the credibility of the…
Koretsky: Young teachers to earn up to UAH 17,700, experienced teachers up to UAH 28,500 from September
Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky states that bringing teachers' salaries up to market and European levels is a gradual process.
Sybiha: It Is Time to Resume Discussions on Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
Ukraine believes it is time to step up work on developing a legal mechanism to use frozen Russian assets to support the country.
'But what did we do?' — How Ukraine's strikes on Wildberries brought Russia's war home
When we started this series in the spring, the idea was simple: every month, to take apart the five most notable Ukrainian strikes deep into Russia and see how Russians themselves are living through…
2027: Our campaign will be issue-based, no name calling, attacks – Oyo ADC guber candidate
…. Vows to tackle poverty, insecurity, implement full LG autonomy As Nigeria’s 2027 general elections gather momentum, the governorship candidate read more 2027: Our campaign will be issue-based, no…
Impeached, but can they still run? Cloud hangs over Gachagua, Mwangaza’s 2027 bids
The Attorney-General left the key question unanswered.
Prevent not helping children fixated with violence, children's commissioner says
Growing numbers of children referred to the government's counter-terror programme are not suitable for it and need help, Dame Rachel de Souza warns.
Human remains found in Lake Mead as water levels reach record low
The skeletal remains were found on Sunday, two years after similar drought conditions exposed bodies in the lake.
- Human remains, including jaw with teeth, found at Lake Mead
- Water levels at reservoir hit record low of 1,039.77 feet
- Investigation ongoing, details not yet released
Boakye Agyarko receives strong backing for NPP National Chairmanship race
An aspirant for the National Chairmanship position of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Boakye Agyarko, has received a major show of support from some regional chairmen of the party ahead of the party’s…
Edo Assembly sets up committee to probe ex-Speaker, orders return of vehicles, others
The Edo State House of Assembly has set up a six-man committee to investigate allegations levelled against the immediate past Speaker of the House, Blessing Agbebaku.
Thousands of students told to leave Cape Town residences
This follows days of protests at Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Ablakwa seeks Russian support for Africa-led fight against Sahel extremism
Ghana has called for an Africa-led strategy, supported by Russia, to combat terrorism and violent extremism threatening the Sahel Region.
Natalie Harp 'Alarmed' Campaign Staff and Secret Service: Former Trump Aide
Sarah Matthews says Natalie Harp's closeness to Trump "alarmed" the Secret Service and unnerved his 2024 campaign staff.
- Natalie Harp's close ties to Trump alarmed Secret Service.
- Harp stayed in women's locker room to avoid scrutiny.
- Campaign staff tried to stop Harp from staying with Trump.
Colombia estimates quake damage at $9.6 billion
BOGOTA — The powerful earthquake that killed hundreds of people in western Colombia caused $9.57 billion in economic losses, President Abelardo de la Espriella said on Tuesday, issuing a preliminary…
Turning the ship around in the second semester
Some are facing the bleak reality that they have fallen short of their potential during the first semester, and that urgent and substantial corrective steps are required
Illegal car park operator sentenced to 6 weeks’ jail after scuffle
Teresa Kok says the man was charged with criminal intimidation and voluntarily causing hurt at the magistrates’ court.
Our garbage and environmental problem
To be fair, the constant heavy rains over the past few days were the main cause of the flooding that has once again hit various parts of Mega Manila.
Ukraine identifies Akhmat drone company commander behind attacks on Sumy
Ukrainian law enforcement has identified the commander of a strike drone company in the Russian Akhmat unit, accusing him of ordering systematic attacks from Russia’s Kursk Oblast on civilian…
Russia Bars Anti-War Opposition Party From Election
Russia's Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Yabloko party, the sole officially registered party to openly oppose Moscow's war on Ukraine, against its removal from the ballot for September…
- Russia's Supreme Court upholds Yabloko party's exclusion from September elections.
- Lev Shlosberg, Yabloko deputy chairman, sentenced for 11+ years over Ukraine war criticism.
- Yabloko's co-founder, Grigory Yavlinsky, calls court decision a "serious deepening crisis."
26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack Case: Prosecution Seeks Trial In Absentia Of Wanted Accused Including Hafiz Saeed Under BNSS
Mumbai, August 18, 2026: The Mumbai police wants to prosecute the wanted accused in the 26/11 terror case, including Hafeez Saeed, in their absence even if they have not been extradited to India…
NDLEA arrests 80 suspects, dismantles 16 drug joints in Kano
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano Strategic Command, has arrested 80 suspected drug offenders and dismantled 16 notorious read more NDLEA arrests 80 suspects, dismantles 16 drug…
President Sheikh Mohamed receives phone call from Donald Trump
President Sheikh Mohamed received a phone call from US President Donald Trump on Tuesday, during which the two leaders discussed co-operation and ways to strengthen ties between their countries.
Karachi Bans CNG, LPG Use in Student Transport Vehicles
The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) has directed all institutions affiliated with it to strictly enforce a complete ban … Read More The post Karachi Bans CNG, LPG Use in Student Transport…
55 kg meth worth ₹300 crore seized from maize consignment near Mumbai port
The shipment, seized near Nhava Sheva, was allegedly linked to a Pakistan-based narco-trafficking syndicate led by Mohammad Hussain Dad.
Tension as youths destroy shrine in Rivers
Some youths in Onne, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, have destroyed a traditional worship shrine run by a woman popularly know as ‘Eze Nwanyi’.
Meta's federal trial over child social media addiction set to begin
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
IDF strikes Hamas commanders in Gaza port; Palestinian media reports 6 killed, 10 wounded
Military says commanders in the Shati area near Gaza City’s port were planning attacks on IDF troops; Palestinian reports say a café was hit, killing six, including a child, and wounding 10
NSEMA raises alarm over Kangimi Dam cracks, demands urgent action
The Niger State Emergency Management Agency, NSEMA, has raised the alarm over reported structural cracks at Kangimi Dam in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, warning of possible flooding of…
2027: Obi demands credible polls, urges voters to sanction violators
…Says nobody should die for election Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress.(NDC) has urged politicians contesting the read more 2027: Obi demands credible polls, urges…
Fang Fang Exposes China’s Long Game
The declassified FBI files on Eric Swalwell tell of a pattern of Chinese influence attempts in grassroots U.S. politics.
Israeli airstrikes hit Syrian airbase, draws condemnation
DAMASCUS/ ANKARA: Israel bombed an airbase in Syria on Tuesday, Syrian state media said, carrying out what appeared to be its first strike on Syrian government assets since March and drawing…
PICS: CPUT closes all campuses and orders students to evacuate residences after arson attack
In response to escalating violence and an arson attack, Cape Peninsula University of Technology has closed all campuses and ordered students to evacuate residences immediately.
Kalyan-Shilphata Road Widening: MSRDC Sanctions ₹138.45 Crore Compensation For Affected Landowners
Thane, August 18, 2026: In a significant breakthrough for one of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region's most crucial infrastructure projects, the long-pending compensation issue linked to the…
UAE, Senegal vow to convert Africa's water commitments into real projects
Kigali: The UAE and Senegal will bring together governments, development finance institutions, investors, businesses and innovators at the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi to help turn Africa's…
Benue Assembly elects new Majority Leader
The Benue State House of Assembly has elected Hon. Peter Ipusu, member representing Katsina-Ala West State Constituency, as the new Majority Leader of the House.
HUR: Russia seeks rest of Donetsk Oblast, not a peace deal, by year-end
HUR's deputy chief says Russia cannot form new units without mobilization after battlefield losses exceeded contract recruitment in June and July
Farmers group seeks support for Tinubu’s agricultural transformation
The All Farmers Association of Nigeria urges support for President Tinubu’s agricultural agenda to boost food production and unlock Nigeria’s farming poten Read More…
Gold dealer in court over alleged $160,000 gold fraud
Ghanaian gold dealer Peter Nana Kwadwo Ofosu Ayeh has been arraigned before the Accra Circuit Court over an alleged $160,000 gold fraud.
MPs question Ksh4B capital injection into Prison Enterprise Fund
The National Assembly’s Committee on Delegated Legislation has questioned the legal basis for a proposed Ksh4 billion initial capital injection into the Prison Enterprise Fund, warning that the…
- National Assembly committee questions Ksh4B capital injection into Prison Enterprise Fund.
- Regulation 7 sets initial capital at Ksh4B without budget committee approval.
- Committee urges Parliament to ensure funds are duly appropriated by lawmakers.
Today: EU discusses sanctions against Israel
Which is why it is becoming increasingly likely that the EU will impose sanctions on Israel's Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. And: More and more companies are going public in China.