West Kalimantan’s 4,000 hotspots likely to prolong haze in Sarawak
KUCHING, Aug 20 — The ongoing haze in Sarawak is expected to persist as forest and land fires continue to rage in...
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Tensions mount ahead of Iraq disarmament deadline
Tensions mount ahead of Iraq disarmament deadline newspress_en Thu, 08/20/2026 - 07:53 Politics As the deadline set by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s government to bring all weapons under state control…
International voices to join Gangnam talk show on public ethics
Gangnam District, best known internationally for its high-end commercial areas and sleek corporate towers, is making an ambitious bid to showcase a very different kind of civic leadership: public…
Korean FM to meet with Mexico, Kuwait counterparts in Seoul next week
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun plans to hold separate talks with his Mexican and Kuwaiti counterparts next week to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in areas ranging from the economy to energy…
Travelodge boss steps down after security issues in rooms
The BBC revealed in March how a woman staying at a Maidenhead hotel was sexually assaulted after a man lied to get a key card to her room.
MPs in stoush over art display naming killed Gaza children
Western Australia's parliament suspends Nationals MP Lachlan Hunter for four days after he used a debate to call out what he branded an "antisemitic" art exhibit that displayed the names of children…
Iran's Araghchi warns US economic threats will backfire
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says US economic pressure threatened by President Trump will only lead to more American setbacks.
VIDEO: CJP's Abhijeet Dipke Seeks Maha Education Minister Dada Bhuse’s Resignation Over Poor State Of Govt Schools
Latur: Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke on Thursday demanded the resignation of Maharashtra School Education Minister Dada Bhuse, alleging that the poor condition of government…
Rahul Gandhi’s 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' Gets Conditional Nod In Pune, Police Impose 30 Rules For August 22 Event | Video
Pune: The Pune City Police on Thursday granted conditional permission for Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's nationwide student outreach initiative, "Chhatron Ki Goonj," scheduled for August 22 at the SSPMS…
Russia Combined Ballistics, Cruise Missiles and Drones to Maximize Damage in Kyiv Strike — Zelenskyy
The Russians spent a long time preparing the massive strike carried out overnight into today, August 20. They combined various types of ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones in order to…
Protest over electricity shutdowns: Avoid these roads in Ekurhuleni
No major incidents have been reported.
Israeli opposition leader and former prime minister criticise Netanyahu over Syria attacks
Israeli opposition leader and former prime minister criticise Netanyahu over Syria attacks Israeli opposition leader Yair Golan said that the attack on a Syrian air base was a "provocative and…
The 18 August 2026 gold mine landslide at the Zamboye (Zamboï) mining site in the Central African Republic
At least 107 people were killed in major failure at an artisinal mine on the border with Cameroon. In the afternoon of 18 August 2026, a large landsldie occurred at an artisinal gold mine at Zamboye (also spelt Zamboï) in the Central African Republic. The landslide was caught on videos that have been widely shared […]
Punjab Grants Two-Year Age Relaxation for PMS Exam
The Punjab government has granted a two-year relaxation in the upper age limit for candidates appearing in the Provincial Management … Read More The post Punjab Grants Two-Year Age Relaxation for PMS…
‘Why we are turning our backs on Nigerian Army’ – South-East youths
Last month, the Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, expressed concern over the persistently low enlistment of youths from the South-East geopolitical zone into the Nigerian…
Truck crushes man to death on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
A yet-to-be-identified man has been killed in a suspected hit-and-run crash along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, near the OPIC corridor in Ogun State.
Once Asia’s Richest Man, Evergrande Founder Hui Ka Yan Sentenced To Life In Prison
Almost five years after Evergrande triggered a property crisis in China, its disgraced founder Hui Ka Yan has been sentenced to life in prison.
Judge erred allowing room for Erin Patterson parole one day, prosecutors say
The Office of Public Prosecutors says the judge presiding over Patterson's murder trial erred when he allowed for the possibility of the mushroom killer getting parole one day.
Haze forces school closures in four Sarawak districts, home‑based learning activated
KUCHING, Aug 20 — The Sarawak Education Department has ordered schools in the Kuching, Padawan, Serian, and Samara...
Fahmi Zainol trial to resume Sept 10 after wife withdraws police report
BALIK PULAU: The magistrates’ court here today fixed Sept 10 for the continuation of the criminal trial involving Pantai Jerejak assemblyman Fahmi Zainol, allowing the prosecution time to seek further…
Founder of China’s disgraced property giant jailed for life, as firm fined over US$2 billion
China sentenced the founder of embattled property giant Evergrande to life in prison and fined the group more than US$2 billion on Thursday for offences including fraud, five years after a…
Prosecutors demand life in prison for mushroom killer
Australian prosecutors have asked judges to stiffen mushroom murderer Erin Patterson's prison sentence - saying she should never be set free.
Zelenskyy: Russia won't seriously consider peace while Ukraine lacks sufficient anti-ballistic capability
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said "Russia won’t seriously consider peace while Ukraine lacks sufficient anti-ballistic capability."
Police arrest suspect over attack on Plateau community
The Plateau State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the reported attack on Bin’per Community in Bwoi-Ruf District of Mangu Local Government Area.
Ukraine May Have Left 2 Russian Frigates Unable to Launch Missiles After Novorossiysk Strike
Satellite imagery reportedly shows serious damage to Russia’s Admiral Makarov and Admiral Essen after Ukraine’s Aug. 12 strike on Novorossiysk.
Former Eskom buyer, associates convicted in R8.5m fraud and money laundering scheme
Nozipho Ntuli, a former Eskom buyer, abused her position by fraudulently awarding tenders to companies connected to people close to her.
UK ex-Commonwealth champion Baptiste found jailed in Morocco
Former Commonwealth champion Leon Baptiste has been jailed in Morocco after being convicted in a sexual assault case involving a minor.
Cross River gov orders aides to withdraw case against critic
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu directs aides to withdraw a police complaint against social critic Denis Odama, ensuring his release and upholding free spe Read More…
IBB: An Audacious Military President at 85
By Simon Reef Musa One of the most discussed military rulers in Nigeria’s history, he rose to the nation’s pinnacle of power nearly 41 years ago, after dethroning the then
Mumbai Gen Z, Want To Help Shape City’s Future? BMC Opens Fellowship Programme 2026 Applications With ₹61,500 Stipend
BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme 2026: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced the BMC Gen Z Fellowship Programme, offering young graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience…
Fire and Rescue Dept targets 9,500 citizen first responders nationwide
PASIR GUDANG: The Fire and Rescue Department is targeting 9,500 participants nationwide under a new programme to equip Malaysians with basic first responder and fire safety skills.
Army veterans fume at woman's viral 'we're Gen Z' outburst in Ladakh: ‘Disrespecting soldiers is wrong’
The video has drawn criticism from all fronts from political leaders to social media users slamming her for the comments she made.
South Africa: March and March and Afriforum Team Up Sparks Outrage
[Scrolla] March and March and AfriForum met on Tuesday and agreed to form a working group on community safety, education, crime and illegal immigration.
Lelaki Singapura mengaku tak salah halang tugas polis, miliki senjata
Tertuduh turut didakwa sengaja mencederakan seorang wanita tempatan menggunakan pisau di Jalan Lingkaran Dalam menghala Bangunan Sultan Iskandar Sabtu lalu.
12 Dead, 34 Injured in Kyiv Following Russian Attack: August 21 Declared a Day of Mourning
In Kyiv, the death toll from the Russian attack has risen to 12. This was reported today, August 20, by the State Emergency Service, UATV English informs. It is also known that 34 people were injured. Rescuers continue working at the sites of the strikes in Solomianskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, and Darnytskyi districts of the capital.
The OAS Just Voted 29-1 on Nicaragua. Brazil Was the One
The OAS Permanent Council voted 29-1-1 on 19 August to summon foreign ministers over Nicaragua. Brazil voted against and Mexico abstained. The post The OAS Just Voted 29-1 on Nicaragua.
Prosecutors Want Marçal Off the Ballot, and His Own Wealth Filing Changed by Billions
Electoral prosecutors asked the TSE to reject Pablo Marçal's candidacy and bar him from debates, days after he cut his declared wealth from R$7.4bn to R$149.9m.
Argentina’s Security Minister Says Suicides in the Forces Rose 30%, and Blames Debt
Alejandra Monteoliva said suicides in Argentina's federal security forces rose 30% in 2025, pointing to mental health difficulties and indebtedness.
- Suicides among Argentine security forces increased by 30% from 2024 to 2025.
- Minister Alejandra Monteoliva attributes rise to mental health and debt issues.
- Federal forces only, excluding larger provincial police forces.
Australian prosecutors demand life in prison for mushroom killer
MELBOURNE: Australian prosecutors asked judges Thursday to stiffen mushroom murderer Erin Patterson’s prison sentence – saying she should never be set free.
PKR’s Tebrau MP joins DAP’s call for equal funds law
This comes after a PN leader urged PKR and Amanah MPs to state their stand on DAP's push.
Nigeria: Tinubu Orders Preparation of Nigeria's Five-Year Security Threat Assessment, Defence Plan
[Premium Times] The president's Special Adviser on Homeland Security, Adeyinka Famadewa, will coordinate and provide secretariat support for the 11-man committee.
Natalie Harp: Who is this 35-year-old behind Trump's social media posts? Why is she now in the spotlight?
During a rally in Atlanta on August 16, Georgia Democrat Ossoff accused Trump of wanting to “travel with Natalie” instead of focusing on his duties. He didn’t even use her full name.
Online scam content removed surges 15-fold to nearly 100,000 in Malaysia
THE number of online scam content removed in Malaysia has surged more than 15-fold since 2023, reaching 99,693 cases as of July 15 this year, highlighting the escalating threat posed by digital fraud.
New exclusion zones for adult entertainment venues in Adelaide's CBD
New adult entertainment services including sex shops will be banned from operating in prominent locations across the Adelaide CBD and North Adelaide, but existing venues will be able to remain.
Unification minister says U.S.-N. Korea dialogue key first step to halting Pyongyang's nuclear program
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Yonhap) -- Direct talks between Washington and Pyongyang are the...
Two held for assaulting petrol station employee in Al Ain
Al Ain Misdemeanour Court has convicted two defendants of assaulting a petrol station employee while he was performing his duties, following a dispute over cleaning a vehicle’s windscreen. The court ordered the defendants to perform two months’ community service at the same petrol station where the incident took place and fined each…
Iran: A ‘war of choice’ no longer worth the cost
When a war of choice begins from mistaken assumptions, its strategic payoff deteriorates rapidly.
Law Society to release audit report on workplace issues after redaction process
In an email to its members, LawSoc also said it did not release the report earlier as interviewees had been promised confidentiality.
‘Save Women’s Sports’ supporters get outnumbered at protest ahead of Lynx vs. Valkyries WNBA game
Ahead of the game between the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries, anti-trans athlete activists attempted to stage a protest outside the Chase Center. But, much to their surprise, the group now referring to themselves as ‘Save Women’s Sports’ activists found themselves outnumbered by trans rights activists at their own protest.