Iranian envoy visits four nationals detained for three months in Kuwaiti prison
This occurred a few days after an Iranian military official accused Kuwait of withholding information about their fate.
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B'Tselem claims 47 Palestinian families at risk of expulsion, IDF says homes built illegaly
B'Tselem says water disruptions threaten 47 Palestinian families in the northern Jordan Valley; IDF sources cite security works and illegal construction.
- 47 Palestinian families at risk of expulsion in northern Jordan Valley.
- IDF claims homes built illegally in Area C for security reasons.
- Water shortage from IDF's digging project affects agriculture and livestock.
Colombia’s Israel Policy Shift Over Golan Heights Risks Isolation
Colombia’s Israel policy changed sharply after President De la Espriella’s new government formally recognized Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights and moved Colombia’s embassy from Tel Aviv to…
ANALYSIS: What Scopa should have made a bigger fuss over in RAF draft report
Of course, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts spent most of its Road Accident Fund efforts on unravelling the immediate procurement scandals, but Daily Maverick’s resident RAF nerd found five…
TRUTH INTERRUPTED?: TRC investigator shut down interview probing Dulcie September murder, inquiry hears
Dulcie September’s family wants to know who told the TRC special investigations chief to abruptly terminate the Paris interview, shortly after the mention of a man tied to French arms companies and…
21 PROBLEMS: NMB metro finally acts on R35m streetlight scandal, but suspensions still pending
The Special Investigating Unit has welcomed Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s progress in implementing its recommendations following a probe into streetlight tender corruption.
Social Security Update—Proposed Change Would Protect Student Loan Borrowers
The law would prohibit the federal government from garnishing Social Security to collect student loan debt.
- Senator Bernie Sanders proposes Stop Social Security Garnishment Act.
- Bill would prevent Social Security garnishment for defaulted student loans.
- Supports include Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey.
Japan and OAS award Haiti $3M to help troubled country prepare for long-awaited elections
- Japan and OAS award Haiti $3 million for election preparations.
- Funds to update voter lists, provide IDs, address document backlog.
- Elections set for December 13, but violence could delay further.
Thunderstorms overnight, during morning commute in the GTA
A cold front will bring through some showers and thunderstorms overnight into the morning commute Wednesday in the GTA. CityNews Chief Meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai says the rain will start moving in…
Itsekiris in Delta vow to resist alleged plot by Ondo govt to annex their communities
Leaders of Itsekiri communities have rejected an alleged plot by the Ondo State Government to forcefully annex their ancestral land into Ilaje Local Government Area in Ondo State.
Trump Ally Demands National Emergency to Place ICE at Midterm Poll Stations
Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon is calling for an "up-armored ICE presence" at voting booths in November.
- Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon proposes national emergency for election integrity.
- Suggests deploying up-armored ICE agents at polling stations to prevent ineligible voters.
- Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act faces opposition from senators like John Thune.
Queensland social housing waitlist drops to 44,000 with 'work to do'
The latest figures for July showed 44,294 people on the waitlist, a drop from the 48,539 recorded in October 2024 when the LNP came to office.
Judge swapped in Trump's defamation case against BBC
A judge who was recently nominated by the US president to serve in Florida's federal court will now preside over his $10bn defamation case against the BBC.
Pentagon orders security review of 30 universities into ties to 'foreign entities of concern'
The Pentagon has issued formal notifications to 30 US universities, directing them to carry out reviews of their academic, financial and research collaborations with "foreign entities of concern".
Chinatown business break-ins up 275% in first half of 2026
One of the most recent crimes occurred at the Tasty Market & Café on East Georgia Street at Gore Avenue, where a large window remained boarded up Monday.
MSBOS Announces Marathi Language Exam Results For NRI Students, All 204 Candidates Clear Assessment Across Four Countries
The Maharashtra State Board of Open Schooling (MSBOS) has announced the online results for its Marathi language evaluation exam conducted for primary students across international learning centers.
US woman sentenced to six years in prison over plot to kill treasury secretary
Riley English said she was in the grips of a mental health crisis and abusing drugs, and that she planned to kill Scott Bessent A Massachusetts woman who told police that she brought homemade firebombs to the US Capitol to kill Scott Bessent, the US treasury secretary, was sentenced on Tuesday to just over six years in prison.
Lone doctor's plea for help in quake-struck Indonesia as 40,000 displaced
"I am physically unable to handle this many patients alone," came the viral plea from the young doctor working alone in one of the earthquake's worst-affected areas.
Colombia ICC Withdrawal: Reports Say Bogotá May Quit the War Crimes Court
Caracol Radio reported on 18 August 2026 that Colombia is set to leave the International Criminal Court. The government has not confirmed it, and no legal step has been filed.
Odisha announces ₹1,000-crore aid for flood-hit areas
Nearly 9.40 lakh people affected in six districts; over 3.70 lakh evacuated to safer locations; CM says additional funds will be released after detailed assessment of damage
Spanish police confiscate dozens of critically endangered Mexican axolotls
Authorities in Spain are investigating a Mexican national suspected of illicit possession of an endangered species, but the international trade in the amphibian endemic to the Xochimilco canals may…
SEPU faces losing 12.6-acre Nairobi land to affordable housing as MPs demand answers
The School Equipment Production Unit (SEPU) is facing the potential loss of its 12.6-acre land in Imara Daima, Nairobi, to the Affordable Housing Programme, prompting Parliament to demand answers from…
- SEPU's 12.6-acre Nairobi land threatened for affordable housing.
- Parliament's Education Committee raises concerns over land dispute.
- SEPU CEO testifies, claims no communication with housing program.
Jharkhand Government releases list of 44 recruitment exams cancelled due to irregularities
The cancelled exams include recruitment for drug inspectors, assistant professors, deputy collectors, dental doctors, assistant engineers, civil judges, and additional public prosecutors, among others
Russian Halts DTEK Thermal Power Plant
Russia carried out a massive strike on a DTEK thermal power plant on Tuesday, Aug. 18, forcing the station to halt electricity generation.
Edo: Police arrest suspected vandals of AIT equipment, two others over stolen SUVs
Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested two suspects for alleged vandalism of equipment belonging to Africa Independent Television, AIT, valued at about N150 million in the state.
Human remains found near Nancy Guthrie’s home not connected to case: police
'The remains appear to have been at the location for an extended period of time,' police said in an update on the investigation, six months after Guthrie was reported missing.
France probes Russian meddling ahead of 2027 elections
The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into possible Russian interference in France's electoral process ahead of the 2027 presidential vote, French broadcaster BFMTV reported on…
'Front agents' at centre of latest unlawful migration crackdown
Hundreds of lodged visa applications have been processed by fake or unregistered migration agents, according to a watchdog.
Behind One Nation's 'gayest party' claim lies a long and complex history
One Nation self-proclaimed status as one of Australia's 'gayest' parties has come under scrutiny.
‘Generations of knowledge’ to be shared as SPSA enters MOU with First Nations councils
Wildfire management in Saskatchewan will be informed by First Nations perspectives, as outlined in an MOU signed by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency and two nations, Tuesday.
UAE Defence Ministry: Iranian ballistic missiles targeting maritime navigation fall into sea, no land impact
The UAE Ministry of Defence said assessments showed that two ballistic missiles detected approaching from Iran were targeting maritime navigation. The ministry said both missiles fell into the sea and did not hit land.
Another centenary in Keta: Vodza RC School
Earlier this year, I wrote about the remarkable milestone of the Keta Government Hospital as it marks a century of service to our people. I argued then that the centenary of the hospital should be more than an anniversary.
Why Colombia’s ex-President Petro had to get senate approval to leave the country
The request was submitted by the former president to Congress on August 10. The post Why Colombia’s ex-President Petro had to get senate approval to leave the country appeared first on The Bogotá Post…
Imole Campaign Council finalises documentation of election violence victims
The Imole Campaign Council, TICC, has commenced the final stage of documenting victims of election-related violence recorded before, during and immediately after the Osun State Governorship Election.
Keeping China-ROK relations healthy, stable and moving upward
In five days, China and the Republic of Korea (ROK) will mark the 34th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
Man aggressively kicks mother and throws stones at a taxi with baby, just because there is available no ride home
A man who waited for an hour with his mother but couldn't find a private hire car to take them home got angry, pushed his mother to the ground, kicked her in the face, causing her to cut her lip an...
GES engages teacher unions over concerns about 2025 promotion dates
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has engaged teacher unions over concerns regarding the substantive dates applicable to the 2025 teacher promotion exercise.
China’s Leaders Go on a Summer Retreat
Under Xi, the once-collective gathering has become something else.
Traders Block Roads At Roshanpura Over Bhopal Municipal Corporation Sealing Notices; Police Stop March To CM’s Residence
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Angered by Bhopal Municipal Corporation’s (BMC) action against commercial activities in residential areas and the sealing notices issued to traders, a large number of traders took to the streets on Tuesday and staged protest at Roshanpura Square.
How Zambia’s election chaos tests IEBC credibility as Kenya eyes 2027 rigging fears
The bullet-riddled aftermath of Zambia’s presidential election has sent a chill across East Africa, nowhere more keenly felt than in Kenya, where the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) already faces a crisis of confidence over its capacity to deliver a credible vote in 2027.
Maharashtra CET Cell Announces Second B.Arch CAP Allotment List, 728 New Students Get Admission Opportunities
Mumbai: The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has released the second allotment list for the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for the Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) programme for…
UAE Says Iran Fired Two Missiles at Country as War Drags On
The United Arab Emirates said that two ballistic missiles were fired toward the country from Iran, the Islamic Republic’s first known attack on the Gulf nation since May as the wider Middle East war…
Erin Patterson's bid to overturn her murder convictions begins
Lawyers for triple-murderer Erin Patterson will appeal to have her conviction overturned in the Supreme Court, while prosecutors will attempt to have the possibility of parole removed.
Minnesota sues Texas governor to compel extradition of ICE agent for trial
The ICE agent, Christian Castro, was charged in May with four counts of second-degree assault and one count of falsely reporting a crime, according to the Minnesota AG.
Wildfire season tracking to be 4th worst on record; fire risk remains elevated
OTTAWA — Canada is on track for its fourth worst wildfire season on record.
US sanctions ICC chief Tomoko Akane of Japan
The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions against International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane of Japan as part of its campaign against the body that it accuses of being "politicized."…
Sex tape may deny you many opportunties – Expert warns
Chancellor and psychologist, Rev. Eric Bentil, has cautioned the public against recording their sexual activities, warning that the circulation of intimate videos could have serious and lasting…
Lagos honours 506 LG workers for long service
Lagos State Government celebrates 506 dedicated LG workers with a Long Service Merit Award, recognising their commitment and professionalism. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-honours-506-lg-workers-for-long-service/
Breaking: Fedorov calls for wartime elections, says Putin shouldn't decide when Ukrainians vote
Femocracy is "part of what we are fighting for today," Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said.
Wildfire in British Columbia harmed 150 structures and forced 20,000 to evacuate
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — About 150 structures were destroyed or damaged by a fast-moving wildfire in western Canada that forced more than 20,000 people to evacuate last week , officials…
- Wildfire destroyed or damaged 150 structures in British Columbia
- 20,000 evacuated, 2,200 under evacuation orders
- Premier David Eby calls for review of wildfire preparedness
Colombia Earthquake Toll Rises to 304 as 400,000 Students Move to Online Classes
Colombia's disaster agency now counts 304 dead and 4,548 injured from the 10 August quake, while the Education Ministry moves more than 400,000 students to online and shelter-based classes.
Fox News Predicts Two Key GOP-Held Senate Seats Shifting Toward Democrats
Fox News updated its Senate forecast, moving two GOP-held seats toward Democrats and one towards Republicans.
- Fox News predicts two GOP-held Senate seats shifting to Democrats
- Kansas and Texas now considered competitive for Democrats
- Democrats need four seats to regain control of Senate
US man posed as doctor in fraudulent scheme to profit from Ozempic, prosecutors say
Rodney Greer accused of securing unauthorized prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs and selling them to customers An Illinois man allegedly impersonated doctors – and evidently referred to himself online as…
Napo urges NPP to reconnect with grassroots to rebuild its future
In a Facebook post on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, NAPO stated that the party must not rely on the strength built by previous generations but deliberately work to renew the tradition.
Investigators charge man in connection with burglary at NASCAR’s Greg Biffle home
Terrell Williams, of Stone Mountain, Georgia, was charged in connection with the break-in at Biffle’s home, Sheriff Darren Campbell said.
- Terrell Williams charged with breaking into Greg Biffle's home
- Williams accused of stealing $30K in cash, guns, jewelry
- Williams faces multiple felony charges, held without bond