How Long Can a Person Survive Under Earthquake Rubble?
After Colombia’s 7.4-magnitude earthquake on Aug. 10, 2026, rescue teams continued searching collapsed buildings for people who might still be alive.
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Where is Karmelo Anthony now? Austin Metcalf's suspect looks ‘different’ as judge John Roach is recused
Karmelo Anthony appeared "different" in court as Judge John Roach is recused over a case interview, with a new judge set to hear his bid for a new trial.
Sybiha on closure of case against Oschadbank cash collectors in Hungary: Predictable end to Orbán's lies
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called the Hungarian law enforcement authorities' closure of the case regarding the transport of Oschadbank funds and gold "a predictable end of Viktor Orbán's…
UAE halts all trade with Iran after new missile fire in Gulf, cutting off a key export route for Tehran
Tehran denies launching the missiles that triggered Tuesday's alert, as Iran's economy already reels from sanctions and a blockade of its ports
CPUT students defy order to leave residences
Only a few students have left their residences after university gave them 24-hours to leave
Ambarnath Police Bust MD Drug Racket, Seize Contraband, Cash Worth ₹27.49 Lakh; Four Arrested
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Woman describes confronting man in Chucky-style mask who chased her
Police in Philadelphia are searching for a man they say chased at least a half dozen people last week within a half hour while wearing a Chucky-style mask.
Trump Touts 'Cocktails and Bomb Shelters' Amid Rapid Ballroom Construction
Trump says guests will enjoy cocktails outside of the new White House ballroom while bomb shelters extend deep underground.
- President Trump toured White House ballroom construction site
- Highlighted cocktails and bomb shelters in venue
- Construction 2/3 complete with 250 workers
Iryna Mudra detained; she to spend tonight in temporary detention center
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Adams distances himself from IDAC’s ‘witch-hunt’ against Crime Intelligence top cops
Adams rejected any suggestion that he controlled, directed or influenced the IDAC investigations.
J&K CM’s remark ahead of U.S. envoy meeting draws flak from PDP
Omar Abdullah says it should be the Centre, and not Washington, that ‘solves our problems’. PDP calls it ‘pre-emptive defensiveness’.
The Obstacles UI Students Faced Before Their Latest Jakarta Protest
UI students faced canceled transport, alleged intimidation and police barricades before their August 18 Jakarta protest was stopped at Dukuh Atas.
- BEM UI faced cancellation of command vehicles for protest transportation
- 24 Kopaja minibuses halted due to alleged institutional pressure
- Students chartered 36 public minivans despite police barricade
With 500-plus structures damaged or lost, B.C.’s fire season is among the worst
- Over 500 structures damaged or destroyed in British Columbia's fire season
- 2023 saw 600 structures destroyed or damaged, primarily around Okanagan Lake
- One fatality reported, compared to six firefighter deaths in 2023
Ukraine’s War Widows Are Fighting for Money
Their husbands died defending the country—and now their families are struggling for compensation.
Map Shows Largest Active Wildfires in US Right Now
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Regular reading habit can help shape students’ future, says Guntur DEO
The Hindu and VIT-AP organises English Language Development Initiative at Zilla Praja Parishad High School, Mandadam, in Amaravati
“They failed us”: Gang violence victims demand justice from Parliament
Families told a parliamentary inquiry on Wednesday how their loved ones were killed in gang violence
Police service facing a number of challenges: POPCRU
Popcru says police service is facing a number of challenges threatening its ability to fight crime.
California Tried to Stop Selling Genetically Engineered 'Unicorns'
California's bid to ban glow-in-the-dark rabbits and other designer pets stalls as gene-editing technology advances.
- Assembly Bill 1382 aimed to restrict genetically engineered pets.
- Bill championed by Leticia Castillo for ethical animal treatment.
- Legislation stalled in Senate due to legal and enforcement concerns.
Defence minister meets ex-servicemen, promises to address demands
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Tinubu orders diversion of N242bn unclaimed dividends, EFCC recoveries to NELFund
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Sammy Gyamfi debunks Afenyo-Markin’s GoldBod loss claims
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Ukraine’s former Defense Minister Fedorov is out, but man behind his procurement reform and apps like Army+ isn’t going anywhere
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Germany to push for intl co-funding of Chornobyl sarcophagus renovation – minister
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Milwaukee Rappers Lil Sheisty and Funny $Money Killed in Daytime Recording Studio Shooting
The two men were found dead from gunshot wounds inside the studio on Monday afternoon (Aug. 17).
Nigeria's National Assembly Hides N46.6Billion Constituency Road, Flood Control Projects In Co-operative College’s 2026 Budget
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Israel orders criminal probe into killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza
Israel says military police will investigate the killing of Hind Rajab, a young girl in Gaza whose death at the hands of its forces drew an international outcry.
Wontumi’s bail application adjourned to October 15
The bail application filed by lawyers for Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has been adjourned to October 15…
E Cape Education’s school funding cuts declared unlawful
Eastern Cape Education Department withheld 33% of public-school funding.
EC Revises Maharashtra SIR Schedule; Final Electoral Roll Deferred To November 4
Mumbai: The Election Commission of India has revised the timeline for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Maharashtra, extending the window for voters to file claims and objections and postponing publication of the final electoral roll to November 4.
NIA clarifies Ghana card fees, says prestige centre is optional
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has clarified that the revised fees for Ghana Card services were approved by Parliament and were not introduced or increased by the Authority on its own. The NIA, in a press release issued on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, explained that the current fees were approved under the Fees and Charges ……
Russia’s “Red Lines”: Why They Are Losing Meaning Amid Hybrid War Against Europe, Expert Says
The intensification of Russia’s hybrid attacks is forcing NATO and the European Union to fundamentally change their security strategies.
Beijing hails Anwar’s one-China remarks
Chinese foreign affairs ministry commends the prime minister for his 'steadfast position'.
Techiman North Assembly hits 120% revenue, pushes major projects as MP vows to fix bad roads
By: Samuel Ayammah There is a new energy in Techiman North as the District Assembly reports strong gains in both revenue and development delivery.
Texas GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton works to overcome fundraising woes
Paxton's fundraising numbers are dwarfed by both his predecessor's and his opponent's.
Factory found flying national, state flags upside down was operating without licence
ISKANDAR PUTERI: A factory at Taman Perindustrian SILC here, which had displayed the Jalur Gemilang and Johor flag upside down, was operating without a licence.
Plateau attacks: OPSH relocates tactical headquarters to Mangu
The Joint Security Task Force, Operation Enduring Peace, OPSH, in Plateau State has moved its tactical headquarters from Jos, the state capital, to Mangu Local Government Area.
Two detained after French influencer's scorched body found in vineyard
Sonia Bellina's body was "abandoned" after "a murder of rare savagery", the family's lawyer says.
2027: Tinubu’s Chicago State University certificate fake – Kenneth Okonkwo
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Kenneth Okonkwo, has said President Bola Tinubu’s Chicago State University certificate is fake because it did not emanate from the institution.
MBPA Commissions 3 Fire Tenders, Dewatering Pump At Victoria Docks
Mumbai: Mumbai Port Authority commissioned three newly deployed fire tenders, along with manpower and a dewatering pump, at the Fire Memorial, Victoria Docks, on 19 August.
Barrister Saif meets Imran Khan in jail
Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif met PTI founder Imran Khan at Adiala Jail and discussed party and other matters, sources said.
‘A Flagrant Attack’: International Criminal Court Slams Trump Administration Sanctions
The new sanctions against members of the ICC fall under the State Department’s professed agenda to “dismantle” its jurisdiction.
Ruto’s govt faces ICC pressure as opposition raises political violence fears ahead of 2027
President William Ruto’s government is facing growing political pressure over claimed violence ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election, after an opposition coalition asked the International Criminal…
Chidimma Adetshina decries unfair treatment in deportation bid
Adetshina's lawyers launched an application to challenge the decision to withdraw her SA ID.
President reviews plans to develop Colombo Fort as a Tourism Zone while preserving heritage
A discussion on developing Colombo’s historic Fort area as an attractive tourist destination was held this afternoon (19) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara…
Manitoba teacher commissioner received 94 complaints in 15 months, report reveals
A new report shows 94 complaints were flagged to Manitoba’s independent teacher commissioner during a 15-month period. Commissioner Noni Classen has released a summary of the professional misconduct…
IDF chief warns Syria: 'We will not allow hostile forces to establish themselves on our borders'
A day after Israel's Air Force attacked a Syrian military base where Turkish forces were to deploy, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen.
Every child deserves a sense of belonging and the chance to flourish— Educationist
Mills Simmonds observed that the emotional struggles many children carry are frequently overlooked in a system fixated on academic results.
FCT police arrest 10 traffic robbers, 20 one-way offenders
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 10 suspected traffic robbers and 20 motorists for allegedly driving against traffic, popularly known as ‘one-way’.
Flood facilitation, not flood control
This is the third week of daily clouds and rain in Metro Manila and many provinces in the country.
Reservoir Hills community demands increased police presence after fatal hijacking
Yasin Sheriff Uddin was shot once in the abdomen when he was accosted by armed men who allegedly followed him from the local mosque in a dark grey Hyundai last Wednesday.
CPUT students resist residence evacuation as leaders blame ‘opportunists’ for campus violence
In the face of escalating violence, CPUT students stand firm against evacuation orders, accusing management of divisive tactics while seeking answers from Parliament.
Trump's profits irk Americans as Dems test anti-corruption message
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FACT CHECK: No Evidence Nigeria Has World’s Busiest Parliament
The claim by the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA), Kamoru Ogunlana, that Nigeria’s National Assembly is the “busiest parliament in the world” is not supported by available authoritative records or…
BSW: "It's all about ideology": Thuringia shows how Wagenknecht's power is dwindling
Sahra Wagenknecht wanted to force Thuringia's BSW into line - and failed. Now the power struggle threatens to escalate, while the party increasingly alienates itself from its founder.
Another upside-down flag incident in Johor, unlicensed premises ordered to close
The Iskandar Puteri city council says it also issued the company a compound notice for displaying an advertisement signboard without a licence.