Alberto Fernández, Fabiola Yáñez reported over alleged pandemic plane party
Complaint against the former president and first lady was filed following report by LN+ news channel. Leer más
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Malmesbury teen faces 11 charges, seven of sexual assault
The 16-year-old was taken into custody during an international sting operation.
- 16-year-old Malmesbury teen charged with 11 offenses
- Seven charges are sexual assault, others include cruelty to animals
- International sting operation involving FBI and Homeland Security
Legacy vs ‘not for luxury’: War of words in Tamil Nadu assembly over ' ₹5.54-crore' tender to shift CM Vijay's office
TVK minister Aadhav Arjuna said that the decision to shift CM Vijay's office was simply due to lack of basic amenities in the current building.
Photo-Op With President Trump To Cost Over ₹80 Lakh? Viral RNC Invite Draws Attention Online
A social media post highlighting the steep price attached to a photo opportunity with US President Donald Trump has sparked attention online, with businessman Harsh Goenka sharing an image of an…
As the world fixates on Hamas, who will disarm the Israeli settlers storming West Bank villages?
As the world fixates on Hamas, who will disarm the Israeli settlers storming West Bank villages? Submitted by Soumaya Ghannoushi on Tue, 08/18/2026 - 17:17 Palestinians are constantly asked to prove…
Russia’s Putin hosts Myanmar leader, talks up energy projects
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks in Moscow on Tuesday with Myanmar’s junta chief-turned-president, Min Aung Hlaing, discussing a wide range of issues including prospective energy deals.
Tropical Depression Expected to Develop Into Typhoon No. 18
A tropical depression developing near the Chuuk Islands is expected to become a typhoon by the evening of August 19 before continuing to strengthen over unusually warm waters and reaching the vicinity…
Khalil Al-Hayya, the Hamas chief who met Kushner
KHALIL Al-Hayya, the Hamas chief who met United States envoy Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, in Cairo on Sunday, emerged as a pivotal figure in the Palestinian group during the…
US announces new sanctions on top ICC figures
The Trump administration has vowed to dismantle the international court "brick by brick".
Trump-Appointed Prosecutor Sigal Chattah Loses Appeals Court Fight
The Trump Administration sought to keep ideologically aligned federal prosecutors in place without confirmation by the Senate.
UN atomic watchdog says found tonnes of nuclear material at Syria site
The head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog said on Tuesday its inspectors had found several tonnes of nuclear material in Syria, at a site Damascus reported to the agency last month. The inspectors visited two sites, one in Deir Ezzor and “a second location related to the nuclear material identified by Syria recently”, according to a joint…
Mumbai Consumer Commission Orders Developer To Provide Amenities, Pay ₹1.10 Lakh
Mumbai, August 18, 2026: The Central Mumbai District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has held the owners and developers of the “Floristaa Valley” project in Maval, Pune, guilty of deficiency in service and unfair trade practice for failing to provide promised amenities to purchasers for nearly 13 years.
Davido: My uncle is an example that when you work for people, they’ll stand by you
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has described his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, as an example of how leaders who work for the people can earn their loyalty at…
Mysuru Gram Panchayat employees protest, seek immediate implementation of minimum wages
The protest was organised by the Karnataka State Gram Panchayat Employees’ Association (affiliated to CITU), Mysuru district committee
A fire in Las Hurdes (Cáceres) requires mobilization of the UME and evacuation of 600 neighbors
The Junta de Extremadura has activated operational situation 2.
UN says only 3 per cent of Gaza cropland accessible and undamaged
ROME: Just three per cent of the cropland in Gaza remains accessible and undamaged, the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation warned Tuesday, citing an analysis of satellite images.
China's Xi says supports Latin America in 'upholding independence'
"China supports Latin American countries in upholding independence and self-reliance," says Chinese leader as he hosts Ecuador's Daniel Noboa. Leer más
Naga peace activist Niketu Iralu passes away at 91
Niketu Iralu spent decades building trust across political and ethnic divisions in the region
Ukraine, Belgium Advance Talks on Drone Deal
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed possible signing dates with Belgian Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prévot on Tuesday, Aug. 18, as Ukraine and Belgium move forward with finalizing a Drone Deal.
Businesses petition parliament for nationwide public participation on tobacco bill
Businesses under the Pubs, Entertainment and Restaurants Association of Kenya (PERAK) have petitioned the National Assembly to conduct nationwide public participation on the Tobacco Control…
Sheinbaum says fuel smuggling is ‘over’ in Mexico: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
In addition to declaring fuel smuggling "over" thanks to the actions of her administration, President Sheinbaum on Tuesday read the political tea leaves of recent U.S.
Apple pledges donation in support of Indonesia earthquake relief
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced today that Apple will donate to support the relief efforts on the ground following Indonesia’s devastating earthquake. Here are the details.
Teenager dies after falling in abandoned high-rise tower in New Orleans
Jacque St Ann, 17, and his friends broke into Plaza Tower and he fell as they were descending an interior staircase A high school student recently fell to his death after entering an abandoned high-rise tower in downtown New Orleans with his friends – in an apparent case of urban exploration highlighting the dangers of unaddressed city…
Photos: Eleventh batch of Ghanaian evacuees arrive from South Africa
The Government has received the 11th batch of Ghanaian nationals evacuated from South Africa following reported xenophobic attacks in the country.
At least six killed in IDF strike on Gaza City cafe targeting Hamas commanders
The IDF released a statement, saying that they targeted Hamas commanders in the Shati area who were planning to carry out attacks against the IDF in the Gaza Strip.
- At least six killed in IDF airstrike on Gaza City cafe
- Hamas commanders among victims, including company commander
- Restrictions imposed on strikes, with exceptions for threats
Netanyahu comes out on top in Likud primaries, but voters want more - analysis
In Netanyahu’s Likud, reaching the top of the list is only half the challenge. The other half is remaining there without appearing too eager to reach for the crown.
- Likud primaries conclude with Netanyahu on top
- Voters prioritize loyalty to Netanyahu over ideological differences
- Prominent figures like Gotliv and Golan demoted due to polarizing rhetoric
Newborn Found Buried Alive In MP’s Jhabua Village, Cop Rushes Infant To Hospital, Saves Life
Jhabua (Madhya Pradesh): A newborn infant was found buried in soil in Debli village under the Raipuria police station jurisdiction on Tuesday.
Over 20,500 file for candidacy ahead of general elections this year
Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court has received 20,530 applications for candidate registration for the general elections this year – 8,732 fewer than in 2022.
Second stabbing incident in Woodstock within five days leaves one dead
Two violent stabbing incidents in Woodstock within five days have left one dead and another injured, raising urgent concerns about safety in local drinking establishments.
Regulations published under the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007 and the Societies Ordinance No. 16 of 1891 to Parliament
Revision of fees charged for service supply by the State Institutions and charging new fees are introduced by the Public Finance Circular No.
Bawku West: Police seize 500 cartons of Tramadol in intelligence-led operation at Widana, 1 Burkinabe arrested
The operation was conducted on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, following a month-long intelligence-gathering exercise into the activities of suspected drug dealers in the area.
Fedorov’s team may leave MoD after Khmara’s confirmation
Some members of former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s team may leave the ministry after the Ukrainian parliament confirms Yevhenii Khmara as the new minister, Ukrainska Pravda reported on Aug.
Espionage at scale - why businesses must beware
Experts warn businesses must keep their eyes wide open when dealing with China, especially in tech or space industries.
- NZSIS report warns China conducts espionage at scale
- China targets critical assets, including space sector secrets
- Businesses advised to remain vigilant against Chinese threats
‘I’ve dreamed of an avocado for two years,’ says the activist serving the longest sentence in Russia’s case against a banned youth movement
In April, a court in St. Petersburg handed down its verdict in the Vesna case. Vesna is a youth opposition movement that, in 2022, became one of the organizers of Russian protests against the war and…
GETFund explains mandate as EFPI expands partnerships to support Ghana’s education sector
Officials of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) and the Education Financing and Partnership Initiative (EFPI) have explained what the two initiatives are about, how they operate and the various…
Judge clears way for termination of Ethiopians' temporary protected status
A federal judge in Boston has cleared the way for the Trump administration to terminate temporary protected status for Ethiopian nationals.
Trump administration pauses border wall construction in Big Bend National Park amid criticism
The project has drawn opposition from both Democrats and Republicans over its potential environmental, cultural, and economic impact
Donald Trump's Advantage on Immigration Has Collapsed
Trump's support on immigration, one of his strongest issues, has plummeted alongside his approval rating, a new poll shows.
- Trump's immigration advantage drops to 1-point spread in 2026 poll
- Republicans preferred over Democrats on immigration policy at 40%
- White House attributes drop to Trump's accomplishments, not policy
Federal Judges Waste Tax Payer Money By Remanding At Sentencing
Federal Judges can allow defendants to surrender to prison in some situations. However, they continue to unnecessarily remand them into custody at sentencing.
From war zones to disaster sites, UAE delivers billions of dirhams of humanitarian aid
From delivering thousands of tonnes of aid to Gaza and Sudan to helping communities struck by earthquakes, floods, hunger and disease, the UAE has expanded its humanitarian work across some of the…
Activities related to ‘Nildiya Pokuna’ in the Rawana Falls Sanctuary under the supervision and regulation of the Department of Wildlife Conservation
Nildiya Pokuna’ situated within a cluster of internal caves in Rawana Ella Sanctuary in the Grama Niladhari Division of Karandagolla, in the Ella Divisional Secretariat division in Badulla district is…
Summer rain sweeps parts of UAE amid intense heat, days before Suhail sighting
Dubai: Moderate to heavy summer rain swept parts of the UAE, including Dubai, on Tuesday, bringing gusty winds and cooler conditions amid intense August heat, just days before the Suhail star rises on…
NST Leader: Reinventing road safety
ROAD accidents cause up to RM30 billion in socio-economic losses, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi disclosed on Monday.
'You are best placed to judge my efforts to rebuild NPP for victory in 2028' - Kodua tells delegates
Mr Kodua touched on the importance of early internal preparation to strengthen the party’s electoral structures ahead of the national polls.
Trump is threatening to bomb Oman, but why?
The world knows that U.S. President Donald Trump is angry with Iran But he’s not happy with the small country lying across the Strait of Hormuz from the Islamic Republic, either: Oman.
What the Trump-Erdogan Call Reveals About the New Middle East
Trump told America's allies to defend themselves, and the Middle East listened. Is Washington prepared for the consequences?
S'porean woman, 54, gets 6 months' jail for assaulting 3 people near preschool, previously fined for harassing nurse neighbour during pandemic
While in IMH she also scratched and bit a nurse on the elbow.
Africa Intelligence Brief August 18, 2026: Who Gets To Stay
Zambia declares Hichilema with 60.5%, Congo's Ebola outbreak becomes the deadliest in its history, and 92 die on Lake Kariba.
‘Wanted to blow up Jews and Arabs’: suspect recounts Be’er Sheva club attack plan to investigators
Abdullah Gargawi told investigators he planned to bomb the Forum club while packed, then open fire; he said he searched YouTube for bomb-making instructions, tested explosives in a yard and practiced…
Relevant Rada committee approves European Solidarity bill on shelter construction – Herasymov
Co-chair of the European Solidarity faction in the Verkhovna Rada Artur Herasymov said the Parliamentary Committee on Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Use supported political party's bill No.
Donald Trump ‘threatened to bomb Oman’ over Hormuz deal with Iran: Report
This came even as Iran said it was close to a deal with Oman on managing shipping through Hormuz, saying they were working on a joint statement for the same.
Trump Is Signaling This To Kim Jong Un By Scaling Back Military Drills With South Korea: Expert
Trump cited his "very good relationship" with Kim Jong Un, paired with the high cost of the exercises, as the reasons behind his decision to scale the drills down.
US Embassy alerts Americans in Abuja over August 19 military retirees’ protest
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja has alerted American citizens to a planned protest by retired Nigerian military personnel over unmet pension adjustments on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The post US Embassy alerts Americans in Abuja over August 19 military retirees’ protest appeared first on Nairametrics .