Rev. Adzraku Kevi calls for more women in leadership
Rev. Adzraku Kevi says more women must enter leadership to help address persistent gender inequality.
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Education Ministry condemns alleged sexual abuse of autistic student at BOGISS
The Ministry of Education has condemned the alleged sexual abuse of a 14-year-old student with autism at the Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) in the Upper East Region. The student is alleged to have been sexually assaulted by two watchmen employed by the school. In a statement issued on Thursday, August 20, 2026, the […]
IndiGo Delhi-Mangaluru flight delayed 3 hours after technical snag during taxiing
After 5 minutes, the pilot announced that the aircraft was returning to the bay because of a technical issue, he said.
New York state Capitol attack thwarted: FBI
The FBI arrested a woman Thursday who they allege was plotting to attack the Capitol in Albany, New York.
Ntotroso-Tano bridge to reopen after eight years as government targets September completion
The long-abandoned bridge over the River Tano at Ntotroso in the Ahafo Region is expected to be completed by September 2026, paving the way for the reopening of the route to motorists after nearly…
Japanese Man Poses as Foreigner in Convenience Store Robbery
A 32-year-old Japanese man has been arrested on suspicion of attempting to rob a convenience store in Oizumi, Gunma Prefecture, after allegedly posing as a foreigner and demanding money in broken…
Sybiha, UN Under-Secretary-General discuss situation in Oleshky, Black Sea, winter preparations
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher, who is currently visiting Ukraine, during which he…
Karmelo Anthony trial: Claims of stalking ‘girlfriend’ surface as text messages reveals stabbing fantasies
Karmelo Anthony’s new trial hearing began after Judge John Roach’s recusal, with reports of disturbing texts and alleged stalking claims emerging.
156 Himachal roads shut as rains lash state; 88 dead in monsoon
Around 22 transformers and 79 drinking water supply schemes have also been disrupted as of Thursday evening.
Cheap Peach Scam Spreads Online
A new type of fraud in which scammers pose as real farmers and advertise seasonal fruit at unusually low prices has been detected in the Kansai region, with police warning consumers to verify sellers…
Mexico Turns to Unusual Tactic in Growing Fight Over ICE Deaths
The country's foreign minister said three U.S. counties in particular were working with Mexico as it investigates 17 deaths.
IEBC sets February 10 deadline for public officers eyeing 2027 seats
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – Public officers planning to contest for elective seats in the 2027 General Election have been given until February 10, 2027, to resign from office. The…
Armyworm infestation destroys crops in Jigawa farmlands
Farmers in Birniwa Local Government Area of Jigawa State have raised the alarm over a hairy armyworm infestation that has invaded farmlands and destroyed crops in the area. A resident of Birniwa told DAILY POST that the infestation had caused significant damage to farmlands.
Harry and Meghan’s UK security arrangements remain a ‘private matter’ – Andy Burnham
Security arrangements for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on their return to the UK are a "private matter", Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said.
Russia Poses a Threat Even to Neutral Countries — Wadephul
Russia and other hostile actors pose not only a direct military threat but also hybrid threats to countries, including neutral states, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said, UATV English reports. Speaking at a conference in Bern , Wadephul stressed that modern security cannot be reduced to conventional military threats alone.
New US carrier arrives in Middle East amid reports of relief to long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln
Several reports had recently surfaced over grim conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln. While Trump had dismissed the concerns, he said a swap would take place.
Wike defends subsidy removal, slams Atiku over u-turn on policy
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike defends the Federal Government’s fuel subsidy removal, criticising Atiku Abubakar’s inconsistency on the policy.
Yemen's Houthis say targeted Saudi airport, Aramco facility
The Houthi spokesman said the Iran-backed group had “successfully carried out two military operations” using drones against an airport and an Aramco facility in southern Saudi Arabia.
Violence & vandalism rock JU: Part of Nandalal Bose-designed emblem broken
Clashes erupted on the Jadavpur University campus involving political groups and university symbols. Supporters of ABVP damaged the university's emblem, which was designed by Nandalal Bose.
Resistance 1.0 Was Not Crazy
The much-derided movement was right about Trump’s nature, and how to defeat him.
At least 15 killed in Kyiv as Ukraine grapples with air defence shortages
At least 15 people have been killed in the latest Russian strikes targeting the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv's mayor said, as Ukraine continues to face a shortage of air defence missiles.
GROUNDUP: Families living in Joburg stadium trapped among rubbish and rats
Years after being promised temporary shelter, hundreds of Johannesburg residents remain trapped in squalid conditions at Wembley Stadium with no clear path to permanent housing.
U.S. Navy’s USS George Washington Hits Fixed-Wing Recovery Milestone
The Nimitz-class supercarrier conducted its 200,000th fixed-wing aircraft recovery while it travels to the Middle East to relieve the USS Abraham Lincoln.
Fedorov broke Ukraine's wartime election taboo. What happens next?
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has broken one of Ukraine's most politically sensitive wartime taboos by publicly calling for elections, bringing into the mainstream a debate that Kyiv had…
Only Five Per Cent of Bad Eggs in Police Force Damage Its Reputation, PCRC Asserts
Linus Aleke in Abuja The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) has asserted that only five per cent of bad elements in the Nigeria Police Force are responsible for the negative
University don proffers solutions to gender-based violence
A Professor of Gender and Humanitarianism at the Centre for Gender and Humanitarianism and Development Studies, Redeemer’s University, Ede, Prof.
USS George Washington arrives in Middle East as long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln heads home
US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East, relieving long-deployed USS Lincoln
NYC teachers: How are you teaching about 9/11 on its 25th anniversary?
As New York City memorializes the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, when hijackers flew planes into the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and a Pennsylvania field, Chalkbeat wants to hear…
Scott Jennings Ripped by CNN Panel Over ‘Dishonest’ Outrage About Jon Ossoff’s Natalie Harp Dig
"If you’re going to take that position, you better also be criticizing the way Donald Trump talks about women," Mediaite founder Dan Abrams tells the CNN commentator The post Scott Jennings Ripped by…
Himanta Biswa Sarma meets PM Modi in Delhi; discusses Assam floods, rehabilitation
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma met PM Modi in Delhi to discuss flood recovery, rehabilitation and rebuilding of areas hit by floods that killed 105 people.
Donald Trump Effectively Just Told Iran to Get a Nuclear Weapon
He may also have blurted out classified information about North Korea.
Putin convinced Ukraine will fall this winter and won’t negotiate, Kyslytsya says
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has no intention of sitting down for peace talks now, and his willingness to negotiate will decline further as winter draws closer because he expects Ukraine will not…
Como mayor bans 'beasts' in city centre after being hit by bike
Alessandro Rapinese issues the prohibition for the historic city centre after an encounter with a cyclist last month.
Corporal begins 9-month jail after court reinstates RM700 bribe conviction
PUTRAJAYA: A corporal with the police force began serving a nine-month jail term yesterday after the Court of Appeal reinstated his conviction and sentence for accepting a RM700 bribe to release a…
Shettima:Tinubu’s Spreading Economic, Infrastructural Opportunities Beyond Major Cities Nationwide
.Inaugurates 33.5km dual carriageway in Rivers, says it’s consistent with president’s renewed hope agenda Deji Elumoye in Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the administration of President…
The fight to protect Big Bend, one of America's last wild places
Months after Congress approved billions for infrastructure across one of the least-trafficked stretches of the southern border, bulldozers arrived at Big Bend National Park, West Texas's wild crown…
- Big Bend National Park faces controversy over construction project.
- 3,096 apprehensions last year, 1.3% of Southwest border arrests.
- Border security spending in Big Bend Sector amounts to $14.5 million per mile.
Where Is South Kalimantan's Thick Haze Coming From?
Thick haze is blanketing South Kalimantan as peatland fires burn across several areas, reducing visibility and disrupting residents' daily activities.
- Thick haze from forest and land fires in peatlands
- South Kalimantan Forestry Service combating fires
- Dry season worsens firefighting efforts
‘If you had defended Nnamdi Kanu, same solidarity will be here for you’ – Kanu’s brother to El-Rufai
Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the younger brother of leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has reacted to the prolonged detention of African Democratic Congress, ADC, chieftain, Mallam…
Manitoba premier questions reliability of trade deal with erratic Trump
- Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew doubts new U.S. trade deal's reliability.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney supports bringing U.S. liquor to provincial shelves.
- Winnipeg nightclub faces compliance orders for exceeding capacity limits.
Kirinyaga local leaders warn 2027 could be worse than 2007 if goon culture is not controlled
Kirinyaga local leaders are raising alarm over the growing use of hired goons to disrupt political gatherings, warning that the trend could plunge Kenya into violence similar to, or worse than, the…
- Kirinyaga leaders warn 2027 crisis could surpass 2007 violence.
- Goon culture of hiring armed goons to disrupt rallies is escalating.
- Martin Chomba urges political leaders to curb violence via employment.
Driver jailed 15 years for robbing former employer over unfulfilled promises
A driver who led five accomplices to rob his former employer of an unspecified amount of money at Bolgatanga has been sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment.
Police investigating criminal cases including death at KZN bootcamp
An inquest docket was opened following the death of 23-year-old Mduduzi Luthuli in January.
NDLEA discovers fentanyl chemical in Ogun meth laboratory, arrests 10
NDLEA operatives found a fentanyl precursor chemical in an Ogun State meth lab, leading to 10 arrests and a N480bn drug seizure.
Iran Hits Back at Trump’s Threat of a ‘Crushing’ Economic ‘D-Day’ Campaign
Iran rejects Trump’s threat of sweeping economic warfare as U.S.-Iran talks remain stalled and the nearly six-month war enters a new phase.
Zohran Mamdani Fights to Block $10,000 Boost for Low-Paid Workers
A union leader pushed back on Mamdani's reasoning in a statement to Newsweek on Thursday.
Romania Destroys Marine Drone Near Neptun Deep Gas Project: Minister
Romania scrambled F-16 fighter jets to destroy a marine drone spotted a few hundred meters from the Black Sea gas project Neptun Deep, Defence Minister Radu Miruta said on Thursday.
For 81% of Brazilians, candidates should believe in God
Belief in God is considered an essential quality in political candidates by eight out of ten Brazilians (81%). This perception is stronger among lower-income groups – 89 percent of those earning up to…
Fmr. Local Gov’t Minister Oppong Fosu declares bid for NDC National Chairman slot
Mr Oppong Fosu declared his intention on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, when he led a delegation to the Western Region to formally engage the party’s regional leadership and seek their blessings and…
EFCC Recoveries: Olukoyede Turning Proceeds of Crime into Investment in Nigeria’s Future, Says Uyi
Wale Igbintade The President of Global Peace Movement International, Dr Mike Uyi, has commended the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, for what he…
MP’s son booked after Aston Martin kills woman in Hyderabad
Dubai: A 21-year-old son of a Rajya Sabha MP has been booked after an Aston Martin he was allegedly driving at high speed struck and killed a 26-year-old retail worker outside Hyderabad’s Inorbit…
Andhra Pradesh Rajya Sabha MP's Son Booked After Luxury Aston Martin Runs Over Woman In Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh Rajya Sabha MP Lingamaneni Ramesh's son was booked over the death of a woman after a car allegedly driven by him hit her, police said on Thursday.
Dansoman Junction traders, drivers welcome planned drainage repairs
Traders and commercial drivers at Dansoman Junction have welcomed plans to fix the persistent drainage problem at the busy interchange, with engineers expected to begin work tomorrow.
He was on the set of a Hollywood thriller about Nord Stream. Then Germany had him arrested over the real attack.
Croatian authorities detained a Ukrainian diver wanted by Germany after two earlier attempts failed, opening a new path to trial in the Nord Stream case.
Man posing as transgender rapes air hostess on pretext of 'curing evil eye'
A 25-year-old air hostess was sexually assaulted after a man gained entry to her flat. The accused impersonated a transgender person and claimed to perform a ritual for warding off evil. Police arrested Anil Shinde, 28, within four hours after tracing his movements via CCTV.
Atiku vows to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027
The ADC presidential candidate says the subsidy should be restored, and those who diverted public funds meant for the scheme should be made to account for them. The post Atiku vows to restore petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .