Swat Hotel Management Booked For Loud Music Party
Police on Sunday arrested hotel management after local people complained about loud late-night music parties in the Palogah area of … Read More The post Swat Hotel Management Booked For Loud Music…
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How to verify, upload O’Level results from home under JAMB’s new system
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced a new system that allows candidates to verify and upload their read more How to verify, upload O’Level results from home under JAMB’s…
There’s No Money In Being An MP – John Dumelo
John Setor Dumelo Ayawaso West Wuogon Member of Parliament (MP), John Setor Dumelo, has dismissed the perception that serving as a MP is a lucrative venture.
Panama Prison Tender Draws Two Bids Above US$177 Million
Panama's prison tender for the Central Provinces Complex at Divisa saw two bids, both above the US$177.2 million reference price. The ministry opened bids on 13 August 2026, with no award yet.
Mahkamah tolak saman pemula kosong balai, kediaman rasmi Undang Rembau, Sungei Ujong
Kerajaan negeri sebagai pemilik premis memohon perintah bahawa ia berhak kepada milikan kosong empat premis itu, antara lain.
Kenya: Gachagua Rules Out Ruto Alliance Deal, Says 'I Cannot Be Bought'
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua says he was ready to carry the opposition ticket if fellow leaders chose him, insisting that he would remain firm despite political pressure.
- Deputy President Gachagua denies any deal with President Ruto.
- He states he cannot be bribed or intimidated.
- Gachagua urges opposition leaders to unite against Ruto.
Govt to Give Cash to Senior Bureaucrats Instead of Free Electricity
The federal government has decided to provide officers of the Power Division from BS-17 to BS-21 with a payment of … Read More The post Govt to Give Cash to Senior Bureaucrats Instead of Free…
EAM S Jaishankar Meets Putin In Moscow, Discusses India-Russia Ties & Global Developments
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday and discussed bilateral ties and global developments as India and Russia look to deepen economic engagement and…
UAE unveils new higher education fee framework
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has approved a new resolution regulating fees and financial guarantees for services provided to higher education and…
New Zealand prime minister proposes Australia-style social media ban
The proposal marks New Zealand as the latest country to mull such a law since Australia enacted its world-first under-16s social media ban in December 2025.
Bhiwandi ST Depot Turns Into Pool As Monsoon Exposes Years-Old Drainage Woes
Bhiwandi, August 24, 2026: The Bhiwandi State Transport (ST) depot has turned into a virtual pool amid incessant rainfall, leaving thousands of commuters struggling to navigate through stagnant water, slush and garbage.
Singaporean gets 14-day jail sentence for insulting Islam during JB ride-hailing trip
A security guard from SG was sentenced to 14 days' jail and fined RM7,000 after pleading guilty to insulting Islam during a ride-hailing trip in Johor Bahru. This article ( Singaporean gets 14-day jail sentence for insulting Islam during JB ride-hailing trip ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
Over 4,200 Migrants Removed from Ghana Since 2025 – Muntaka
The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, says the government has intensified efforts to address illegal immigration, migrant begging and other unlawful activities in Ghana.
Karachi Likely to Get Rs. 7.79 Billion for 2 Water Projects
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) is likely to approve Rs. 7.79 billion for the Great Karachi Bulk Water Supply and … Read More The post Karachi Likely to Get Rs.
Gush Dan metro could operate on Shabbat as driverless trains may cut NIS 150m. in annual costs
The planned metro system will be capable of operating on weekends, with the elimination of drivers reducing the extent of Shabbat violations, although this is only a technical option.
- Driverless trains could operate on Shabbat, reducing Shabbat violations.
- Eliminating drivers would save NIS 150 million annually.
- Project cost estimated at NIS 175 billion with commercial launch 2037-2045.
US State Dept. approves $4.5 billion tanker deal with Qatar, despite Israeli embargo
Given existing production backlogs and heavy global demand, Qatar is unlikely to receive the aircraft before 2030.
- US State Dept. approves $4.5B tanker deal with Qatar
- Embargo limits Israel's defense exports to Qatar
- Qatar's air force gains long-range strike capabilities
Turkey may change from rival to enemy amid Middle East shifts, security officials warn
According to assessments within the security establishment, Turkey seeks to strengthen a Sunni axis that is, among other things, anti-Israel.
- Turkey may shift from being a rival to an adversary of Israel amid Middle East shifts.
- Israeli military strike against Turkish base contradicts prior warnings from Turkey and Syria.
- Israeli officials monitor Syrian-Turkish, Lebanon-Syria dynamics to prevent escalations.
Sanwo-Olu celebrates Chief of Staff at 62
Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulates his Chief of Staff, Tayo Ayinde, on his 62nd birthday, praising his loyalty and contributions to Lagos State.
Compassionate women restore dignity to vulnerable elderly man
A group of compassionate women intervened to rescue a 72-year-old man found in a wheelchair, covered in faeces and begging on the streets near Kingsburgh Mall, highlighting the urgent need for dignity and care for the vulnerable.
Ramaphosa unveils ANC's local government manifesto
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled the party’s manifesto ahead of the 4 November local government elections, where he acknowledged the party’s failures and warned that mayors and councillors who fail to perform will be removed.
Mandya: Over ₹8 lakh cash found in beggar’s house after her death
Local residents and community leaders reportedly discovered more than 30 bags containing cash and other valuables.
Dear Mbokodo: We did not march so women could carry the nation
This imagined letter places a composite speaker inside the thirty-minute silence of 9 August 1956. It draws on the events of the Women’s March and the demands articulated by the Federation of South…
- 20,000 women participated in the 9 August 1956 Women's March
- Marchers delivered petitions demanding political rights and equality
- Mbokodo symbolized women's collective voice and nation's responsibility
Prosecutors to consider case of man who flew Swastika flag in yard
Several private individuals asked the police to investigate the incident.
- Man flew swastika flag in Lappeenranta on May 12th
- Prosecutors to consider case for agitation charges
- Similarities noted to Russian influence operations
Taiwan unveils Strong Bow anti-ballistic missile specs in push for US$1.13 billion funding
Taiwan’s top weapons developer has unveiled details of its Chiang Kung, or Strong Bow, anti-ballistic missile system as it seeks legislative funding for mass production to strengthen the island’s air…
Japanese lawmakers visit Beijing seeking to mend ties after fallout from Takaichi's Taiwan remark
TOKYO (AP) — A cross-party group of Japanese lawmakers headed to Beijing on Monday seeking to mend strained ties following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comment on Taiwan that angered China and led…
France readies high school phone ban from new term
PARIS — The French government said Monday it would press ahead with a ban on mobile phones in high schools from the start of the new school year.
Yari: APC will rule Nigeria beyond 2031
Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will secure re-election in 2027. He also said the All Progressives Congress (APC) will retain the presidency beyond…
Kim Jong-un, the leader Trump seeks out, Putin relies on and Xi doesn’t want to lose
North Korea’s ties with Russia, renewed engagement with China and interest from the White House are giving the leader greater room to maneuver
There Is A Risk That They Will Try To Quiet This War At The Expense Of Our Independence, But We Are Countering This — Zelenskyy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukrainians will not allow themselves to be used as a "bargaining chip" in international agreements and will not abandon their aspiration to live…
Thailand sees BRICS as key platform for expanding trade and investment
Deputy Prime Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow highlights the group's potential to expand economic cooperation and connect businesses across its members and partner countries The post Thailand sees BRICS…
ISB&M Alumni Reunite After 25 Years, Pledge Continued Support To Build A Knowledge-Driven Generation
Pune: Alumni of the International School of Business & Media (ISB&M), Nande, from the 2001–2003 academic batch, came together for an enthusiastic alumni reunion nearly 25 years after completing their…
Accusation of hostility towards democracy: Munich luxury hotel throws out libertarian organization
The German Ludwig von Mises Institute will no longer be allowed to hold meetings at the Bayerischer Hof hotel in the future. The hotel stands "for the basic values of a free society".
Ukambani MPs rally behind Ruto ahead of 2027 polls
A section of Ukambani leaders has intensified calls for residents to support President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Sunday, August 23, 2026, Kitui South MP Rachel Kaki Nyamai said Ruto was determined to ensure counties in the region were not left behind in development.
Iran vows to retaliate against countries that cooperate with fresh US sanctions
Test of US rhetoric will rest on whether nations such as India, China and Russia view economic threats as credible Iran has vowed to retaliate against any country that cooperates with the US attempt to impose fresh sanctions against Iran in what the Treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, has billed as “the single greatest financial offensive…
Two men arrested for R61 000 scam police impersonation
A Limpopo woman was allegedly duped into withdrawing R61,000 after a man falsely warned her that someone was attempting to scam her using what appeared to be traditional medicine.
Father in court for allegedly sexually abusing 4 daughters at Gomoa Dominase
A 44-year-old man is standing trial after allegedly sexually abusing his four daughters at Gomoa Dominase in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region.
Amboseli elephant deaths: Kimana farmers protest arrest of 4 colleagues
Farmers in Kimana, Kajiado County, blocked the Loitokitok-Emali road to protest the arrest of four colleagues in connection with the deaths of 18 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem.
Zambia courts sealed off as election petition deadline looms
Court premises in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, and elsewhere have been shut as the deadline for filing a petition against the outcome of the recent presidential election approaches.
20 foreign men held over online love scam syndicate
GEORGE TOWN: Police have arrested 20 foreign men suspected of operating an online love scam syndicate targeting victims in China.
Somalia: Supreme Court Annuls Galmudug Election Results
[Radio Dalsan] Somalia's Federal Supreme Court has annulled the Galmudug election results. The court made the ruling on Monday.
Vice President to represent Mahama at Africa Mindset Reset Forum in Kigali
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang will represent President John Dramani Mahama at the inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum, scheduled for August 25 and 26, 2026, in Kigali, Rwanda.
GoldBod denies GH¢1bn BoG overdraft claim, demands retraction and apology from Boako
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has rejected a claim by Tano North MP and Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Gideon Boako, that the institution owes the Bank of Ghana (BoG) an…
NRRM Condemns Modu Sheriff’s Appointment to Tinubu Campaign Council
The Nigeria Rescue & Renewal Movement (NRRM) has condemned the inclusion of former Borno State Governor, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council…
GH¢790,843,006.55 road projects progress steadily in Nkoranza North District
By: Samuel Ayammah Several critical feeder roads in the Nkoranza North District of the Bono East Region are currently under construction at a total cost of GH¢790,843,006.55 from the Consolidated Fund. Officials say work on all four major stretches is progressing steadily, raising hopes of improved connectivity for one of the region’s…
Trump Says Failed Endorsements Were Done Out of Loyalty
"My Endorsements are stronger than ever," President Donald Trump wrote Sunday on the Truth Social social-media site.
Julián Casanova, historian: ‘Goebbels needed to occupy countries to introduce propaganda. Elon Musk needs three minutes’
The expert is stepping away from teaching after a lifetime spent researching and writing about Franco, the Spanish Civil War and the violence of the 20th century.
‘Voces por la Vida’ Concert Raises US$3.6M for Colombia Earthquake Victims
The music became a tool for solidarity in Bogota this Sunday. The “Voces por la Vida” (Voices for Life) concert, held at Vive Claro Cultural District, raised 11.2 billion pesos, equivalent to about…
Can Singapore’s latest pro-family push change minds on parenthood?
Singapore’s latest pro-family push has been welcomed by some parents for tackling the costs of raising children, but others say lower fees and more leave are unlikely on their own to overcome deeper…
Woman who was part of Cambodian scam group targeting S’poreans gets 25 months’ jail
The woman was lured to the scam group by financial gain but failed to pass the group's test.
Sanwo-Olu, Gbenga Daniel to Discuss Elections, Insecurity at Freedom Online Lecture
Challenges facing the economy and insecurity, especially associated with elections in a developing economy like Nigeria, will be the focus of discussion at the seventh yearly lecture of Freedom Online
Bangladesh court upholds two death sentences and reduces four in case of teen burned alive
DHAKA, Aug 24 — A Bangladesh appeals court upheld today the death sentence for an ex-headteacher who burned alive...
2027 Budget: Home Ownership Campaign, EV infrastructure proposed – Nga
PUTRAJAYA: Better governance for strata properties, the reintroduction of the Home Ownership Campaign (HOC) and expanded electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure are among proposals submitted to…
Lula’s Lead Over Bolsonaro Shrinks as Campaign Opens, Poll Shows
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s lead over conservative challenger Flávio Bolsonaro shrank as official campaigning officially began for October’s election, a new poll showed.
Israel, US Lead Rank Among Countries with Biggest Military Spending
The US spent $954 billion in military spending last year, taking up 3.1 percent of GDP. What other countries spent the most for their militaries?