Trump risks China blowback with plan to isolate Iran’s economy
Washington’s push to punish Iran’s trading partners could test its fragile truce with Beijing and trigger retaliation from the world’s second-largest economy.
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Easy Japanese news in translation: Shoebill-inspired mascot promotes safety in Tokyo
The shoebill, known as "the bird that hardly moves," is a popular attraction at Ueno Zoological Gardens in Tokyo's Taito Ward. Ueno Police Station has
Educated people vote
I add my voice to Erna Buffie’s Think Tank piece “Democracy is a civic election issue” (Aug. 13) by asserting that democracy is a public education issue. Put another way, […]
Global spy games heat back up
In 2013, whistleblower Edward Snowden exposed a massive dragnet of U.S. surveillance programs built to intercept the data and communications of targets worldwide.
Letters, Aug 21
911 action essential The latest revelations about repeated 911 service outages in Manitoba should alarm every Manitoban. When someone dials 911, they should never have to wonder whether their call […]
The silent threat in our porches: Why we need stricter rules for home EV charging — Muhammad Ammirrul Atiqi Mohd Zainuri
AUGUST 21 — The charred remains of a two-storey terrace house in Alam Damai, Cheras, serve as a sobering wake-up c...
Peruntukan sama rata perlu kesepakatan kerajaan perpaduan, kata pemimpin Amanah
Ketua Wanita Amanah Aiman Athirah Sabu berkata reformasi berkaitan peruntukan kawasan perlu dilaksanakan melalui rundingan dan persefahaman semua parti membentuk kerajaan.
Challenges in the Department of Defence's fight against wasteful expenditure
The Department of Defence outlines its ongoing challenges in investigating irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditure, revealing a backlog of cases and measures to enhance accountability.
Five gang members on trial for murder of 'informant' found in wheelie bin
Five alleged members of the Hard Livings gang are set to face trial in the Western Cape High Court for the brutal murder of Khuselwa 'Coco' Ntshangase, whose body was found in a wheelie bin, sparking…
Lifestyle audit regulations planned for municipalities
The South African government is set to expand lifestyle audits to all municipalities, but the completion of new regulations will not be finalised before the upcoming local government elections.
TUSAAG temporarily suspends strike action
The Technical Universities Senior Administrators Association of Ghana (TUSAAG) has suspended its ongoing industrial action and directed members to resume work following renewed engagements with the government and other stakeholders.
EFCC charges two over alleged $15,000 deal to access database
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two men before the Federal High Court in Lagos over the read more EFCC charges two over alleged $15,000 deal to access database
Who is Conor Anderson? Missing Colorado Man Found Dead in Nashville
The 31-year-old flew into Nashville for a work conference. His last known sighting was captured on police bodycam.
- 31-year-old Conor Anderson from Colorado went missing.
- Anderson's body found dead near James Robertson Parkway.
- No signs of foul play, cause of death under investigation.
Friday sermons at Singapore mosques temporarily shortened due to hot weather, haze
Instead of the usual six to seven pages for the first sermon, it will be under four pages for now.
Man allegedly stabbed to death over land dispute at Achiase
Residents of Achiase, near Aboso in the Prestea Huni Valley Municipality of the Western Region, have been left shocked following the alleged stabbing death of a man identified as Augustine Boah.
Linda Mwananchi announces date for diaspora engagement as vote-hunting crosses borders
Linda Mwananchi leaders are set to hold a virtual town hall session with Kenyans living in the diaspora on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 5:00 pm East African time.
ICE Accused of Detaining 5-Year-Old on Way to Soccer Game in Texas
Liam Tadeo was due to start kindergarten this week, his family said.
- 5-year-old Liam Tadeo detained with father in Texas.
- Incident occurred during traffic stop in Austin on August 17.
- Family alleges detention cruel, not criminal activity.
Domestic worker charged with child abuse after 23-month-old girl scalded
A domestic worker has been charged with child abuse after a Hong Kong family alleged to police that their 23-month-old girl was scalded by hot water while in her care.
Legal vacation: Supreme Court to rule on Oppong Nkrumah’s suit against Chief Justice today
The Supreme Court is expected to rule today, Friday, August 21, on an application filed by Ofoase-Ayirebi Member of Parliament, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, seeking to suspend the conduct of certain High…
Starmer donates biography of himself to Downing Street library
The former PM and seven of his ministers have added to the collection, which began in 1931.
KOKMA supports 29 persons with disabilities
The Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KOKMA) has supported 29 persons with disabilities with items and financial assistance to promote education, health and livelihoods and help them become…
Anwar: Action against Tabung Haji, Felda based on wrongdoing, not religion or race
KAJANG, Aug 21 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has rejected claims that the government’s scrutiny...
Renowned IDF paratrooper, architect of Kurdish relations, Tzuri Sagi dies aged 92
During Sagi's 32 years of service, he held operational positions in the IDF’s regular Paratroopers Brigade, the reserve Paratroopers Brigade, and served as commander of regional brigades.
- Tzuri Sagi, IDF paratrooper and Kurdish relations architect, dies at 92
- Sagi served 32 years in IDF, commanding brigades in strategic locations
- Played pivotal role in forging Israel's relations with Kurdish rebels
2027: Tinubu’ll relocate Nigeria’s capital to Lagos if he wins – Primate Ayodele
Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has claimed that President Bola Tinubu will relocate the capital of Nigeria to Lagos if he is declared the winner of the 2027…
Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh threatens ‘surgical strikes’ at Jadavpur University amid ABVP-SFI face-off
Questions have also been raised at the university authorities, who till August 21 morning, have not registered a formal police complaint on the issue of ABVP volunteers trespassing on campus
Kyiv seeks Elon Musk's approval to use Starlink for deep strikes inside Russia
Ukraine is seeking approval from SpaceX CEO Elon Musk to use Starlink-equipped drones to strike Russian missile launchers up to 200 kilometers inside Russia, The Financial Times reported on August 21…
Kenya Army honours senior officers for decades of distinguished service
The Kenya Army has honoured distinguished general officers and senior officers whose decades of service have contributed to the development, operational readiness and professional growth of the Kenya…
Family seeks answers over Kepong petrol attack after suspect's arrest
KUALA LUMPUR: The family of a woman who suffered burns to about 50 per cent of her body in a petrol attack in Kepong is seeking answers about her relationship with the suspect.
Cases: Tiananmen vigil activists in Hong Kong found guilty
For a long time, people in Hong Kong remembered the bloody suppression of protests in Beijing in 1989. Two former organisers have now been sentenced. They face long prison sentences.
‘My salary is N503,000, Permanent Secretary earns N900,000’ – Gov Oborevwori
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori has disclosed that he earns a monthly salary of N503,000. He made this known in a viral video recorded at a recent event in Asaba, the state capital.
Busan, Philippines Deepen Strategic Ties
Busan Mayor Jeon Jae-soo met with Leah Victoria T. Carada, Consul General of the Philippines in Busan, at the International Protocol Room of City Hall in the afternoon on Aug. 20.
- Busan Mayor Jeon Jae-soo meets with Philippines Consul General Leah Victoria T. Carada.
- 2,400 Filipino expatriates live in Busan, contributing to community and tourism.
- Busan and Cebu sister cities since 2011, focusing on maritime and tourism exchanges.
Lotte Wellfood Apologizes After Yeongdeungpo Ammonia Leak
An ammonia gas leak occurred at the Lotte Wellfood Yeongdeungpo plant near Seonyudo Station in Yangpyeong-dong 5-ga, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, at around 5:30 a.m. on Aug. 21.
- Ammonia gas leak at Lotte Wellfood's Yeongdeungpo plant in Seoul.
- 40 people evacuated, no injuries reported.
- Company apologizes, vows to improve safety management.
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,472,640 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The figure includes 1,390 casualties Russian forces suffered over the past day.
70% of Dubai’s Toyota building tenants have left after power cuts, management says
Dubai: Around 70% of tenants at Dubai’s well-known Toyota building on Sheikh Zayed Road have already moved out, according to the building management, which said residents were not asked to vacate and…
6 mengaku tak salah culik, samun pasangan warga Singapura
Lima lelaki dan seorang wanita tempatan didakwa atas empat tuduhan menculik, mengurung, menyamun dan mencederakan dua warga Singapura pada 8 Ogos lalu.
KPK Arrests Unsoed Rector over New Student Admission Graft
The KPK arrested Jenderal Soedirman University (Unsoed) Rector Akhmad Sodiq and several university officials in a sting operation.
UAE takes action against resident for insulting Emirati women
The UAE's National Media Authority (NMA) has taken legal action against a resident for publishing social media content insulting Emirati women.
2027: Mass APC Influx Reshapes Bauchi’s Political Battle Lines
Bauchi State’s political map may be shifting ahead of 2027, with the reported influx of over 150,000 new members giving the All Progressives Congress an expansionist momentum that could reshape
Russia Conducts Missile Drills Near Northern Territories
Russia has conducted missile exercises around the Northern Territories, including what appears to have been a launch from one of the disputed islands, prompting Japan's foreign minister to call…
- Russia conducts missile drills near Northern Territories.
- Missiles launched from cruiser and nuclear submarine.
- Japan's Foreign Minister expresses concern over military buildup.
Pig farm in Perak told to halt expansion works pending approval
IPOH: A pig farm operator in Kampung Perlop 1, Sungai Siput, has been told to stop expansion works after carrying out land levelling while its application for planning permission is still being…
Fire at Shizuoka shipyard leaves one dead, nine sent to hospital
A fire broke out on a ship under construction by Kanasashi Heavy Industries while several people were working inside.
CDA Reclaims 50 Kanal of Encroached Land at Quaid-i-Azam University
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has reclaimed 50 kanal of encroached land at Quaid-i-Azam University in Islamabad during a joint … Read More The post CDA Reclaims 50 Kanal of Encroached Land…
Chhattisgarh Paper Leak Row: IGKV BSc Agriculture Entomology Exam Cancelled After Viral Paper Shows 70% Similar Questions, Probe Ordered | Video
Raipur: The examination for a subject of BSc (Agriculture) second year at colleges affiliated with the Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) at Raipur in Chhattisgarh was cancelled on Thursday…
Congress seeks review of E20 policy, non-ethanol petrol options
Jairam Ramesh says consumers are paying the price through higher food and transport costs
President chairs discussion on releasing lands in the Northern and Eastern Provinces
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed the security forces to expedite the release and return of lands in the Northern and Eastern Provinces that were taken over during the conflict and have…
PM Shehbaz, President Zardari call for global action against terrorism
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari called for unified global action against terrorism and stressed that no territory was used for terrorism against another country.
Why Trump’s Spokesperson is Leaving White House
Karoline Leavitt, is the youngest person ever appointed as spokesperson of the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump. Chido Nwangwu provides insight to Karoline’s brief tenure and the
US vows ‘toughest sanctions in history’ against Iran, oil prices surge
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday that the US will impose “the toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, and the economic pressure is likely to prevent a kinetic restart on the…
‘IBB a great Nigerian despite sending us to prison’ – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani has described former military Head of State, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, IBB, as a great Nigerian.
18 Volta SHSs record zero per cent in 2025 WASSCE
The Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Professor Ernest Kofi Davis, has called for greater collaboration among educational institutions to improve learning outcomes in the country.
Prince Harry to learn how much failed Daily Mail lawsuit will cost
A London High Court judge rejected the case brought by Prince Harry, and six other British figures, dismissing claims of widespread unlawful activity by the Mail titles, including phone hacking.
Villagers clash with CJP’s school inspection team in Rajasthan
Locals allegedly pushed the activists out of the village in Bagru and barricaded the main approach road
Kurla Crane Collapse: Houses Turned To Rubble, Aerial View Shows Massive Damage; 3-Month-Old Child Among 10 Injured
Mumbai: Fresh visuals from Kurla’s Qureshi Nagar have revealed the extent of destruction caused after MMRDA's massive hydraulic crane collapsed in the densely populated area in the early hours of…
The teaching of Arabic in tertiary (public and private) educational institutions in Ghana (1)
As part of the efforts by Muslims in the country to assist the present NDC Government in its efforts to uplift Arabic education, it has become imperative to publish in the press tertiary institutions…
Women sharpen knives for Onchoke as Bonchari 2027 race heats up
Bonchari MP Dr Charles Onchoke could be heading for an increasingly bruising political battle in 2027, with three women emerging as possible challengers in a contest that threatens to disrupt the…
- Three women emerge as potential Bonchari candidates for 2027 election.
- Donya Toto, Purity Moraa Kirera, and Stella Opole are frontrunners.
- Political shift signaled by female candidates in traditionally male-dominated constituency.
Almost 10 years’ jail for S’porean who abused primary school pupils, forced 6-year-old boy to drink urine
He punched the children, beat them with a clothes hanger, and even forced a victim to drink his own urine.