Woman killed by collapsing iron pole after car crashes into Kajang food court
A 47-YEAR-OLD woman was killed after an iron pole collapsed and struck her head when a car crashed into a food court in Bandar Mahkota Cheras early Saturday.
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'Somebody knows who did this': McKenzie mourns Zolani Tete death, calls for public assistance
Minister Gayton McKenzie expresses condolences to the family of world boxing champion Zolani Tete, who was tragically shot dead, and calls on the public to assist police in identifying the…
Man dies after being thrown into Benchasiri Park pond
A man died after he was allegedly assaulted and thrown into a pond at Benchasiri Park in Bangkok, police said. Thong Lor police received a report of a man falling into the water late on 21 August and…
US hits Canadian goods with 50pc tariffs after trade talks fail
The United States imposed 50 per cent tariffs on some Canadian goods on Saturday after the two longstanding allies failed to reach a trade deal, with each side accusing the other of derailing days of…
Wafula Buke urges Linda Mwananchi to return to Homa Bay after chaotic rally
1992 Second Liberation fighter Wafula Buke has urged the Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi movement to return to Homa Bay following a chaotic rally that was marred by violence.
TYP South Mumbai Eye Donation Awareness Banner Unveiled by Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar
Under the guidance of Akhil Bharatiya Terapanth Yuvak Parishad, Terapanth Yuvak Parishad Dakshin Mumbai unveiled the Eye Donation Awareness Campaign banner in the presence of Maharashtra Legislative…
SUV catches fire after hitting car on Setiawangsa-Pantai Expressway
KUALA LUMPUR: A sports utility vehicle (SUV) was completely destroyed after catching fire following a collision with a car on the Setiawangsa-Pantai Expressway (SPE) towards Mid Valley here today.
Canada says it will match US tariffs ‘dollar for dollar’ as trade talks break down
A fresh wave of US tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods has come into effect as of midnight on Saturday after a last minute break down in trade talks.
2027: Why Peter Obi, Atiku can’t form coalition – Umar Ardo
Political strategist and Convener of the League of Northern Democrats, Umar Ardo, has stated that the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, lacks the…
Qatar participates in Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2026
The State of Qatar is participating in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 2026, hosted by the Scottish capital from August 7 to 29. The event's segments were attended by the Ambassador of the St...
Aarey Flyover Tragedy: 46-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed After Truck Hits Bike, Runs Over Him On Western Express Highway
Mumbai: A 46-year-old man died after his motorcycle was allegedly hit by a truck at Aarey Flyover on the North Channel of the Western Express Highway in Goregaon East on Thursday afternoon.
Flood-weary Nan braces for more rain on Sunday
Authorities are closely monitoring the Nan River basin as water levels begin to stabilise and recede in several areas, while preparing for more rain forecast to hit the flood-weary northern province…
- Nan province braces for more rain on Sunday.
- Water levels stabilize in several areas.
- 50 to 70 mm forecasted rainfall in four districts.
PM Anwar receives royal honour from Brunei Sultan
PRIME Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been conferred the Most Esteemed Family Order of Laila Utama (D.K.) by Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah during his official visit to the country.
Bentong council, DoE identifying culprits behind alleged waste dumping
BENTONG: The Bentong Municipal Council (MPB) is working with the Department of Environment (DOE) to identify factories and contractors allegedly responsible for dumping suspected chemical waste at an…
Cigarettes hidden in bread consignment seized at Tuas Checkpoint, Malaysian driver arrested
Bread on the outside, cigarettes on the inside: ICA officers uncovered an unusual smuggling attempt at Tuas Checkpoint. This article ( Cigarettes hidden in bread consignment seized at Tuas Checkpoint…
Mumbai Diamond Fraud: French Tourist Allegedly Duped Of ₹98 Lakh, Given Lab-Grown Diamond; BKC Police Book LLP Representative
Mumbai: The BKC police have registered a case against Rimesh Shah, a legal representative of Sheetal Solitaire LLP, for allegedly cheating a French woman of nearly Rs 98 lakh in connection with the…
TMPD officer and attorney face bail hearing over alleged R1.75m estate fraud
TMPD officer Peter Nonyane, 36, and attorney Charlotte Tibana, 33, will appear in the Polokwane Magistrates’ Court on Monday for a bail application over alleged fraud, theft and money laundering…
Is an Israel-Syria pincer attack on Hezbollah in the works?
Is an Israel-Syria pincer attack on Hezbollah in the works? newspress_en Sat, 08/22/2026 - 07:02 Politics There was understandable intrigue raised by US President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the…
Kerala driving test wait stretches beyond 2 months despite MVD directive
The delay in implementing the new directive is reportedly one of the main reasons for the continuing backlog
Drones Strike Novokuibyshevsk Refinery and Ozon Hub in Samara Region
Ukrainian drone strikes targeted the Samara region on Aug. 22, causing a fire at the Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery, a Rosneft subsidiary with an 8.8-million-ton annual capacity.
Leaving Cert 2026: Key dates to watch out for next
Now that the Leaving Cert results are out, what are the key dates to watch out for next?
Migrant shop owners called to strike ahead of Saxony-Anhalt election
Saxony-Anhalt's Refugee Council has called on migrant shop owners to strike on August 26 to protest racism and ostracisation ahead of the state election.
What joyriding videos reveal about Ireland's car theft subculture
RTÉ Clarity analysed 51 joyriding videos to identify what the material reveals about the online subculture surrounding the behaviour
Varanasi bans boat connectivity across ghats as raging Ganga nears 71.26 metres danger mark
Varanasi officials are monitoring rising Ganga River levels which is nearing danger mark. Precautionary measures are being taken, including closing of ghats, shift in cremation sites and installation…
US Immigrant Visa Ban on 75 Countries Including Pakistan Declared Illegal
A US judge has struck down a Trump administration policy that suspended immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries, including … Read More The post US Immigrant Visa Ban on 75 Countries Including…
UK University is Offering On-The-Spot Admission Letters to Pakistani Students for £500
ACE London School is offering Pakistani students a chance to receive on-the-spot admissions for United Kingdom (UK) study programs during … Read More The post UK University is Offering On-The-Spot Admission Letters to Pakistani Students for £500 appeared first on ProPakistani .
NIS arrests 55 illegal migrants from Cameroon, Congo in Osun
The Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, Osun State Command, has arrested 55 migrants from Cameroon and the Republic of Congo for allegedly entering the state through unauthorised routes and staying without valid travel documents. The migrants were paraded in Osogbo on Friday following their arrest at different locations across the state.
Zambia election: Amnesty Int’l, Commonwealth decry ex-minister’s killing
Amnesty International has called on Zambia to investigate the fatal shooting of Mutotwe Kafwaya, a former member of parliament for Lunte and ex-Minister of Transport. Kafwaya, who would have turned 50 on August 28, and other politicians had converged at a location in Kabulonga, Lusaka, on August 14, hours after the presidential election.
PH committed to fair MP allocations, but consensus needed, says Aiman Athirah
KUALA LUMPUR: Pakatan Harapan is committed to fair allocations for members of parliament, but its implementation requires consultation and consensus among all parties in the unity government, says an Amanah leader.
Karachi Announces Traffic Plan For 8 Rabi-ul-Awal
Karachi Traffic Police have announced a special traffic plan for August 22 to facilitate citizens and ensure smooth traffic flow … Read More The post Karachi Announces Traffic Plan For 8 Rabi-ul-Awal appeared first on ProPakistani .
Myanmar military strike kills 14 people at a Buddhist monastery, opposition group says
BANGKOK (AP) — An airstrike on Friday by Myanmar’s military on a Buddhist monastery in Myanmar ’s central Sagaing region killed 14 people who were taking part in a weeklong meditation retreat, an…
J.D. Vance launches Ohio campaign for Republicans, tests 2028 Trump succession bid
J.D. Vance kicked off a Republican midterm campaign in his Ohio hometown, testing his chances to succeed Donald Trump in 2028.
Nan hit by 277mm of rain in a day
Thailand’s deputy prime minister and agriculture minister travelled to Nan province on August 19 to inspect flash flooding that has swamped four districts in the North.
MACC studying petroleum cargo issue, says source
THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is studying concerns raised over the alleged commingling or blending of petroleum cargo before deciding on its response, according to a source familiar…
No shooting at Los Angeles Southwest College: Football team coach clarifies amid reports on social media
Reports of a shooting at Los Angeles Southwest College appeared unfounded as the team's football coach dispelled rumors via a post on X.
NHAI orders audits, inspections for new highways after Del-Dehradun Expressway defects
NHAI has issued new safety and quality guidelines for newly inaugurated highways, including independent audits and frequent inspections of major projects.
Russian war of aggression: Wadephul in Kyiv: Ukraine will win
For the fourth time since taking office almost 16 months ago, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is visiting Ukraine. Immediately after his arrival, he is sending a clear message - also to Moscow.
ANC to unveil mayoral candidates for the November 4 elections
The announcement will commence at 11am and all eyes will be on the names of those who will be chosen
- ANC to unveil mayoral candidates for November 4 elections in Sandton.
- Announcement at 11:00 with #ANCMayihlomeRally on social media.
- Search conducted through grassroots approach, 10,000 shortlisted.
UKMTO report says Hormuz traffic just 20 percent of pre-war levels
UKMTO report says Hormuz traffic just 20 percent of pre-war levels Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has yet to recover from the war, with new data showing traffic still running at…
- Commercial shipping through Hormuz at 20% of pre-war levels
- 103 ships entered, 89 left strait in past week
- Southern Omani corridor most dangerous with 16 strikes
Watch: USS George Washington ramps up night flights in Arabian Sea amid Iran tensions
US sailors conducted nighttime flight operations aboard the USS George Washington as the aircraft carrier sailed through the Arabian Sea, highlighting the continued US military presence in the region…
At least three workers die in steel factory fire in Ramgarh, Jharkhand
At least four people suffered severe burn injuries and three of them died during treatment, the fire spread from a captive power plant in the steel factory, police said
- At least three workers died in a steel factory fire in Ramgarh, Jharkhand.
- Fire ignited at midnight on August 21, 2026, from a captive power plant.
- Three deceased workers identified as Sanjeev, Vinit, and Abhishek.
Tree falls on 2 cars in Dempsey area, private hire driver freed from MPV by spa staff
The other car was parked; incident saw traffic at Loewen Road blocked.
Ukraine Sanctions Five Russian Rusal Aluminum Enterprises
President Volodymyr Zelensky enacted a National Security and Defense Council decision imposing sanctions on five enterprises of the Russian aluminum group Rusal and nine associated citizens.
Governor Nyaribo promises to deliver his manifesto by April 2027
Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo says his administration is on course to deliver on the key development promises contained in his 2022 manifesto before the 2027 General Election.
Car on fire in Toa Payoh carpark draws crowd, including kids
The fire involved the engine compartment of a car.
Machogu’s political gamble: The Perilous road back in the big, elusive hunt for Kisii Governor’s seat
Former Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has returned to a political battlefield he lost decisively in 2022, hoping a second attempt will deliver the victory that eluded him.
Supreme Court dismisses PIL petition that challenged death by hanging | Explained
The central question before the Supreme Court was whether prescribing a single method of execution, hanging, conforms to the constitutional requirement of a procedure that is just, fair and reasonable
Sheikh Jingir and the politics of division
Nigeria is bigger than any political party, ethnic group or individual. This is why the recent remarks attributed to Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir on the Muslim-Muslim ticket deserve strong condemnation.
Pelajar terima ganti rugi RM129,000 akibat melecur ketika program bubur lambuk
Mahkamah Sesyen Teluk Intan mendapati sebuah sekolah dan dua guru cuai berhubung insiden di SMK Seri Intan pada 2022.
Two men arrested in separate investigations as Israel Police fights to reduce polygamy
An investigation from the Polygamy Unit of the Southern District Police’s Central Unit raised suspicions that an 83-year-old Rahat resident had married several women in accordance with Sharia law.
- Two men arrested in Israel for alleged polygamy.
- 83-year-old from Rahat held for marrying five women without permits.
- 40-year-old from Bir Hadaj detained at airport for three marriages.
From garbage mountain to green haven: How Arati gave Kisii’s ugliest dump site a new life
For years, Nyambera, on the outskirts of Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital, was a place residents hurried past. And for good reason.
- Nyambera dumpsite transformed from garbage mountain to green haven
- Governor Simba Arati led the project, promoting waste-to-economic resource
- Transformation aims to change waste handling, prevent future rubbish accumulation
2027: Keep Nigerian children out of political campaigns
As Nigeria moves into another election season, campaigns have officially started, political parties and politicians prepare for rallies, meetings, consultations and other activities that will dominate…
Prabowo Heads to Kalimantan to Lead Fire Operations
President Prabowo has ordered the TNI and the Police to directly manage forest fires across four affected provinces.
US envoy to Turkey: 'Israel occupies Golan despite UN resolutions, international order'
US envoy to Turkey: 'Israel occupies Golan despite UN resolutions, international order' Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 08/22/2026 - 05:43 Tom Barrack made the remarks when asked whether Israel…