MoGCSP strengthens stakeholder engagement on witchcraft accusations
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey has engaged the Executive Director on Sanneh Institute, Rev. Prof.
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Poll: 70% of Ukrainians would vote to join EU in referendum
Some 70% of Ukrainians would vote in favor of EU accession if a referendum were held.
Kessben Group founder, Lawyer Stephen Kwabena Boateng dead
The Kessben Group of Companies has announced the passing of its Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer, Lawyer Stephen Kwabena Boateng Esq., popularly known as Kwabena Kesse or Kessben.
Russian court drops case against senior citizen fined for firing his shotgun at Ukrainian drones over his yard
The Volgograd Regional Court dismissed the case against Nikolai Mukhin, a pensioner who was fined for trying to shoot down Ukrainian drones on his own. A source told the Russian state news agency TASS that the court also ordered his confiscated shotgun returned.
What Are the Implications of the Mecca Pact for India?
New Delhi needs a new roadmap for navigating relations in the Gulf and increasing its security profile.
+++ Iran War +++: "Either you're on our side or against us": Bessent calls on allies to make a decision
Aircraft carrier "USS George Washington" arrives in the Middle East +++ Germany and others condemn Israeli settlement plans +++ The Newsblog.
Iran War: Aircraft carrier "USS George Washington" arrives in the Middle East
US Treasury Secretary Bessent calls on allies to make a decision - for or against the USA +++ Germany and others condemn Israeli settlement plans +++ The Newsblog.
Who Is Jessica Bowie? Woman With Alleged ISIS Link Accused of New York Plot
Federal authorities say Albany woman Jessica Bowie pledged allegiance to ISIS and plotted an attack on the New York State Capitol.
Russia launches deadly strike on Kyiv, killing at least 1, as capital reels from massive overnight attack
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that during the daytime attacks, a critical infrastructure facility in Kyiv was "deliberately targeted" for the first time in several months.
Passenger Pushed To Death From Local Train After Seating Dispute
Mumbai: Another murder incident has occurred on a Mumbai local train, with a passenger allegedly pushing a fellow commuter out of a moving train, resulting in his death. The incident occurred on August 20 in the disabled compartment of a Churchgate-Borivali slow local between Bandra and Mahim.
Ruling class becoming enemy of Nigerians — OAU professor
A retired Professor of Botany at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Prof Omotoye Olorode, has lamented that the ruling class has become an enemy of the people. Olurode also raised the alarm that Nigeria has become a bourgeoise state.
Plea in Supreme Court seeks CBI probe into allegations of Jharkhand JPSC exam irregularities
The petition argues that it is imperative to have the allegations in the case probed by an independent agency, such as the CBI, rather than the State CID, which is currently investigating the case
Zelenskyy imposes sanctions against Russian defense-industrial complex
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees imposing sanctions against the Russian military-industrial complex and individuals who maintain ties with Russia despite the war.
NST Leader: When sirens are not shields for immunity
SUCH is the reality of fatal traffic accidents in Malaysia — victims don’t need to be driving, travelling in an express bus or crossing the road to become collateral damage.
Calm at CPUT Belville campus after more than a week of protests
The Bellville campus of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) has fallen quiet.
Tinubu Meets Osun Gov Adeleke at State House
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu is meeting with Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State at the State House, Abuja. Adeleke arrived at the Presidential Villa on Thursday evening
9 US officers fall to the ground, 7 injured, after wooden deck collapses during arrest operation
Seven were treated in hospital for injuries.
The Israeli Right needs a merger, not another messiah - opinion
Israel’s Right does not lack voters. It does not lack ideas. It does not even lack leaders. What it lacks is the humility to put them on one ballot.
- Israeli Right faces leadership crisis amid fragmented electorate
- Prominent figures vie for control of politically fragmented electorate
- Consolidated Right-wing party could represent shared national-liberal values
Elected UK Green Party representative celebrates victory with attacks on ‘feral Zionist press’
Folan stated, “I intend to stand by my manifesto: defend freedom of speech regarding Israel, support members when they’re attacked and smeared by the feral Zionist press."
- Eleanora Sophie Folan elected as Green Party's female representative in East Anglia.
- Folan praises 'feral Zionist press' for freedom of speech on Israel.
- Controversy arises over antisemitic allegations in her social media posts.
Ukraine, Israel ‘fighting against same axis of evil,’ Ukrainian ambassador tells ‘Post’ - interview
Yevgen Korniychuk thanked Israel for its support for Ukraine in its struggle for “independence and peace and prosperity,” citing polls showing that over 85% of Israelis support Ukraine in its war.
- Ukrainian Ambassador Yevgen Korniychuk says Ukraine has fought Russia for over four years
- Both Ukraine and Israel face existential threat from same axis of evil, Korniychuk says
- Ukraine demolished 40% of Russian refineries, causing fuel shortage in Russia
Dniester Reservoir Water Level Hits Record Low
The Dniester Reservoir has reached its lowest record marked on Thursday, Aug. 20, after natural inflow fell to about one-fifth of the seasonal norm. Ukrhydroenergo said it is prioritizing drinking water and local communities over hydropower generation.
Presidency blasts Atiku over promise to restore fuel subsidy
The Presidency has slammed the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, describing his promise to restore fuel subsidy, as “hypocrisy and deceit”. Atiku had, in a recent interview, said he would consider restoring the subsidy removed by President Bola Tinubu if elected President in 2027.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine needs Patriot missiles, not gifts – we ready to buy weapons
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine needs additional missiles for its Patriot air defense systems, which partners can provide, and that Ukraine is ready to purchase them.
New U.S. sanctions target cocaine smuggling network in Ecuador
The U.S. on Thursday imposed fresh sanctions on 15 individuals and entities based in Ecuador for their roles in an alleged maritime cocaine trafficking operation.
- U.S. sanctions 15 individuals, entities, and 10 vessels in Ecuador
- Targeted group linked to terror organizations Los Choneros and Los Lobos
- Sanctions aim to disrupt drug trafficking and protect U.S. borders
Nigeria: Dozens dead after boat capsizes in Sokoto
At least 50 people — many of them reportedly children — have died in a boat accident in northwestern Nigeria.
- At least 50 people dead after boat capsized in Sokoto river, northwest Nigeria
- 40 of the victims were children, according to National Inland Waterways Authority
- Rescue efforts underway, 46 bodies buried, 5 more retrieved from river
Philadelphia police ID man in "Chucky-style" mask as Zymire Hughes
Police have identified the suspect wanted for terrorizing people near City Hall last week while wearing a "Chucky-style" mask.
- Philadelphia police ID 22-year-old Zymire Hughes as suspect in Chucky-style mask incident.
- Hughes allegedly terrorized six individuals near City Hall on August 12.
- Police seek arrest warrant, U.S. Marshals assistance to apprehend Hughes.
Adeduntan’s Suit Confirmed Adegoke As Oyo ADC Guber Candidate, Says Group
Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan A group, Oyo Youth Alliance (OYA), on Thursday, said the suit filed by one of the governorship aspirants on the platform of the African Democratic Congress
Republicans Are Realizing That No One Wants Data Centers
The National Republican Senatorial Committee issued a memo Tuesday suggesting that, if incumbent Republican Ohio Sen. Jon Husted loses his upcoming election against former Sen.
Reform’s new economic adviser has called for end of pensioners’ triple lock
Exclusive: Mitchell Palmer has also argued for privatising the NHS and immigration as way of cutting poverty Reform UK’s new economic adviser has previously called the pensions triple lock…
Jharkhand student leaders accuse Hemant Soren govt of 'deceit' after HC stays JPSC appointment cancellations
Student leaders protesting Jharkhand recruitment exam irregularities accused the Hemant Soren government of deceit after the high court stayed its order cancelling 11th and 13th JPSC appointments.
UPSSSC Junior Assistant, Junior Clerk Final Result 2026 Likely By September 10 For 5,369 Posts
Prayagraj, August 20: The final selection result for the Combined Junior Assistant, Junior Clerk and Assistant Level-III posts is likely to be announced by September 10, 2026.
Why is Israel's military presence growing in Syria?
The recent Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase is just one of many Israeli incursions into Syria. In southern Syria, locals say Israeli troops have detained them, destroyed infrastructure and set up military bases.
- Israel's military presence in Syria grew after Assad regime's fall in December 2024.
- Israeli soldiers detained 200 Syrians since December 2024, most released within 24 hours.
- Human rights groups accuse Israel's actions of possible war crimes.
Govt says Imran Khan can be sent abroad for treatment ‘if need arises’, but procedure must be followed first
ISLAMABAD: The government on Thursday hinted that PTI founder Imran Khan could be sent abroad for medical treatment if required, and that it had moved the Supreme Court only to seek clarification on whether the relief granted in the recent order was limited to one individual or applicable to other prisoners as well.
Amid genocide in Gaza, why must Palestinian journalists uphold the illusion of neutrality?
Amid genocide in Gaza, why must Palestinian journalists uphold the illusion of neutrality? Submitted by Ahmed Abu Artema on Wed, 08/19/2026 - 08:48 Israel has killed over 200 media workers to…
- Over 200 Palestinian media workers killed by Israeli forces since October 2023.
- Ahmed Wishah and his brother Mohammed Wishah killed by Israeli army in November 2023.
- Israel responsible for nearly half of all journalist killings globally in 2025.
Kirinyaga churches on alert as thieves raid another church, steal two 55-inch TVs
A church in Kutus, Kirinyaga County, has been raided by thieves who broke into the premises and made away with two 55-inch television screens, adding to growing concerns over a rise in church theft…
Europe threatens action against Israel over E1 settlement plan
Britain, France, Germany and Italy demand Israel withdraw the 1,234-home tender; Smotrich rejects ‘dictates’ and sanctions threats
Uttar Pradesh Revamps Disaster Management System With SDRF, Digital Command Centres & Faster Relief Payments
Lucknow, August 20: After the Yogi Government came to power in Uttar Pradesh in 2017, the disaster management framework in the state has moved beyond the traditional system of providing relief and transformed into an organised, rapid and technology-based system.
The West Bank: Europeans: Israel must withdraw settlement plans
Germany and European partners describe Israel's settlement plans in an unusually sharp tone as unacceptable. And also warn business enterprises.
Minister Hlabisa vows to combat corruption in municipalities
Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa pledges to investigate allegations of corruption in five municipalities, responding to questions in the National Assembly about the government's…
DSS warns of planned terrorist, bandit attacks on Sokoto tertiary institutions
The Department of State Services, DSS, Sokoto State Command, has warned of intelligence indicating plans by terrorists and bandit groups to attack tertiary institutions across the state.
One Army unit is offering 4 bonus days off to play Grand Theft Auto for soldiers who reenlist
- U.S. Army's 9th Brigade Engineer Battalion offers 4 bonus days off for reenlistment.
- Bonus days align with November release of Grand Theft Auto VI video game.
- 20 out of 130 eligible soldiers signed up for the retention perk.
Anambra CP summons area commander, DPOs over Onitsha shooting
Anambra CP Nnanna Ama summons Onitsha Area Commander and DPOs for a high-level meeting following a shooting incident at Head Bridge, Onitsha, injuring five Read More: https://punchng.com/anambra-cp-summons-area-commander-dpos-over-onitsha-shooting/
World Bank calls for evidence-based reforms to improve learning outcomes
The World Bank has called for greater use of research, data and implementation evidence to improve learning outcomes and equip Ghanaian children with relevant skills. The post World Bank calls for evidence-based reforms to improve learning outcomes appeared first on Ghana Business News .
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir to be next Bangladesh President: Good or bad news for India, Sheikh Hasina?
Alamgir has taken a tough stance on India previously. He once called on New Delhi to respect Bangladesh's sovereignty and democratic aspirations.
Legal aid underfunding violates Charter, lawsuit claims
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association is taking the provincial and federal government to court, alleging that decades of underfunding for criminal legal aid violates Canada’s Charter of Rights and…
- Canadian Civil Liberties Association sues governments over underfunded legal aid.
- Income cut-offs for legal aid lag behind cost of living increases.
- Systemic challenge claims inadequate funding breaches Charter of Rights.
Congress seeks postponement of Census in Manipur, cites displacement
Inner Manipur MP A. Bimol Akoijam says conducting the exercise under the present circumstances would be an injustice to those affected by the conflict
National Society for Human Rights holds awareness event on humanitarian work in Riyadh
The National Society for Human Rights organized an awareness event at the Madinaty office in Riyadh to mark World Humanitarian Day.
Opposition accuses government of pushing RSS agenda on NCERT textbooks
People with links to the Sangh and its affiliates were named in NCERT team tasked with preparing new political science textbooks for Classes 11 and 12
IEBC targets 28.5 million voters, doubles diaspora voting countries
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – Kenya’s voter register could grow by more than six million people ahead of the 2027 General Election as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)…
- IEBC aims to register 28.5 million voters for 2027 election
- Diaspora voting expanded to 26 countries from 12
- Biometric technology and forensic audit to ensure voter integrity
Sugarcane farmers demand electoral reforms as Kenya Sugar Board polls enter high-stakes phase
Kenya’s sugarcane farmers have intensified pressure over next month’s Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) elections, demanding changes to the electoral process and more time to scrutinise the voters’ register…
- Kenya sugarcane farmers demand electoral reforms for September 5, 2026 KSB elections
- Farmers challenge two-week notice as insufficient for voters' register review
- Request voters' register displayed at polling stations for transparency
High Point University Begins New Semester with Largest Total Enrollment in School History
The 2026-2027 academic year kicks off with record enrollment, more graduate students, new faculty and an impressive lineup of Commencement speakers. HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug.
US ramps up Cuba sanctions and detentions of Americans returning from the island
- U.S. increases sanctions on Cuba's mining, metal, construction firms
- Cuban Institute of Friendship with Peoples accused of sponsoring subversive network
- Actions follow Cuba's attempt to revive subversive network before Fidel Castro's 100th birthday
Chile Referendum Idea Raised on Security Reform, Then Dropped
Allies of Chile's President Jose Antonio Kast floated a national vote to rescue his security reform on 20 August. His own ministers ruled it out the same day, and constitutional lawyers say the law…
- President Kast proposed a national referendum on security reform.
- Senate rejected the bill without a two-thirds vote.
- Critics argue the bill grants extensive emergency powers.
Trump Enraged South Korea to Please the North. It Didn’t Work.
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan on Thursday, according to South Korea’s military—just a day after the North dismissed Donald Trump’s seeming attempt at…
- North Korea launched missiles toward Sea of Japan.
- Kim Yo Jong dismissed Trump's drill reduction.
- South Korea demands full military control from US.
Audit irregularities in Ghana surged to 109.3% in 2024 from GH¢8.8b to GH¢18.4b
Financial irregularities within Ghana’s public boards, corporations and statutory institutions surged by 109.3 per cent in 2024, rising from GH¢8.8 billion to GH¢18.4 billion, according to the Ghana…
Ukraine offers cash rewards for capturing Russian soldiers and close-combat kills
The group that captures a Russian soldier shares a reward of 100,000 hryvnias (~$2,225), while each confirmed kill in small-arms or hand-to-hand combat, backed by video, brings 15,000 hryvnias (~$335).
Ukraine hits Russian drone-launch airfields in Primorsko-Akhtarsk, occupied Donetsk, HUR says
HUR operators struck Russian drone storage and launch sites, as well as two radar systems — the 55Zh6U Nebo-U and 55Zh6UM Niobiy, the statement read.
MPs seek stronger Kenya-Türkiye trade ties to boost investment, jobs
The National Assembly Trade, Industry and Cooperatives Committee has called for stronger parliamentary engagement between Kenya and Türkiye to expand trade, attract investment and create employment opportunities.
- National Assembly Trade Committee seeks stronger Kenya-Türkiye trade ties
- Aim: boost investment, create jobs and employment opportunities
- Meeting chaired by Bernard Shinali emphasizes parliamentary role
Drugs are becoming institutionalized: Interview with Ticuna leader in Peru’s Amazon
Francisco Hernández Cayetano, president of the Federation of Ticuna and Yagua Communities of the Lower Amazon (FECOTYBA), is raising the alarm about the latest threats related to drug trafficking in the Amazon’s tri-border area.