Two Victoria Police officers cleared of manslaughter over man's death
Two Victoria Police officers will no longer face negligent manslaughter charges over the death of a man after a magistrate ruled the evidence was insufficient.
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DR Congo, M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have agreed a roadmap for peace talks.
Conservatives voice concern over Lee's diplomacy amid growing security uncertainties
Conservative politicians on Tuesday voiced concerns over the Lee Jae Myung administration's diplomacy amid the rapidly changing security environment on the Korean Peninsula, calling for stronger…
North Korea denuclearization missing from US readout as Trump pushes for Kim talks
The United States conspicuously omitted any reference to "the denuclearization of North Korea" from its readout of a phone call between the top diplomats of South Korea and the U.S., raising…
Bessent Announces Launch Of “Largest Financial Operation” Against Iran
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US is entering the "final phase" of the war with Iran. Bessent, on X , CNN reports, citing the secretary's op-ed in Financial Times, UATV English informs.
September 2026 Bank Holidays, Here's When Will Banks Remain Closed In Your City?
Mumbai: Banks across India will remain closed on several days in September 2026 because of regional festivals, local observances and scheduled weekend holidays.
Pariahs in the Same Boat: How the War Bound Moscow and Pyongyang
Roman Chernikov on the transformation of Russian-North Korean relations after 2022
- War against Ukraine strengthens ties between Russia and North Korea.
- Putin mediates between Russia and North Korea, despite strained relations.
- Military-technical cooperation discussed in case of escalation.
Kremlin calls reports of new mobilization in Russia ‘fabricated stories’
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accused Ukrainian authorities of trying to “ideologically destabilize the situation in our country” through their statements about a possible mobilization in Russia…
Zahid wants PAC to probe management of TH after 2017
KUALA LUMPUR: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) should establish a special body to investigate the management of Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) from 2017 to the present, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid…
Court sets bail at $448,000 for Zelensky's ex-deputy chief of staff suspected of money laundering
The High Anti-Corruption Court on Aug. 25 placed Iryna Mudra, a former deputy head of the President's Office, in custody for two months in a graft case and set bail at Hr 20 million ($448,000).
Task force probes former Kano LG chair over alleged illegal supply of Pentazocine
The Kano State Multi-Agency Task Force on Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking has received another complaint accusing former Rogo Local Government chairman, Yahuza Musa, of allegedly giving Pentazocine injections to a 63-year-old woman without her consent.
Heat wave hits Egypt starting Tuesday, EMA warns
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) expects temperatures to continue rising until the end of this week. The country is experiencing a new heat wave, with temperatures peaking from Tuesday…
- Egypt bracing for heat wave starting Tuesday
- Temperatures forecast to reach 37C-38C in Cairo
- EMA warns of high humidity amplifying perceived heat
Police Academy fixes September 9–18 for screening of candidates
The Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State, has invited applicants for its 13th Regular Course to participate in a comprehensive read more Police Academy fixes September 9–18 for screening of…
Government quality, capability set successful nations apart in a contested world: Chan Chun Sing
Speaking at the inaugural Singapore-Vietnam Strategic Dialogue, Mr Chan said both countries feel the shifts in the rules-based international order acutely.
Prabowo orders permits to be revoked for firms linked to Indonesia forest fires
Fires across Sumatra and Kalimantan have burned about 85,000 hectares, local media reported.
23, including 11 children, killed by abandoned galamsey pits – Ashanti Regional Minister
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, says at least 23 people, including 11 children, have lost their lives after falling into abandoned illegal mining pits across the region.
Stop dwelling on Tinubu’s certificate, sell your ideas to Nigerians – Ndume
Ali Ndume, former Senate Leader and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has challenged opposition parties and their presidential read more Stop dwelling on Tinubu’s certificate, sell…
Salman Khan Threat Case: Accused Allegedly Faked Gang Threats & WhatsApp Chats To Extort Money, Say Mumbai Police
Mumbai: Mumbai Police have claimed to have busted an alleged extortion plot targeting Salman Khan, with the accused allegedly creating fake WhatsApp chats and identities to make it appear that an…
Third Mumbai In Limbo? Farmers From 124 Raigad Villages Oppose Ambitious Mega Project Near MMR, Reject Land-Pooling Model
Raigad: The proposed Third Mumbai megaproject has run into strong resistance from farmers across Raigad, with residents of 124 villages telling the Maharashtra government that not an inch of their…
Day after Gautam Adani meets D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka government amends two laws to clear legal hurdles for tunnel road project
The move has drawn strong condemnation from the petitioners arguing that this amounted to “regularising violations in retrospect”.
Parliament reconvenes for urgent business
Parliament yesterday reconvened to conduct urgent business following a recall of the House from recess by the Speaker, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, in accordance with Standing Order 58(4).
Russia’s Deadly Overnight Attack Kills 3, Shuts Key Ukraine-Moldova Border Crossing
A Russian drone strike damaged a Ukraine-Moldova border checkpoint, forcing it to close temporarily. The overnight barrage also targeted four Ukrainian cities and multiple regions, with at least 3…
Man with disabilities reports loan shark harassment over unpaid loans
CHERAS: A person with disabilities (PWD) said he has faced almost daily harassment from loan sharks since last month over unpaid loans exceeding RM17,000 taken through money lending apps.
Mudavadi presides over launch of roadmap to violence-free 2027 elections
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has presided over the launch of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) roadmap to a violence-free 2027 General Election at the Pullman Hotel…
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi launched NCIC's roadmap for violence-free 2027 elections.
- Roadmap aims to prevent electoral violence, foster dialogue, and address emerging threats.
Shmyhal: coming winter will not be easy, energy remains enemy's main target
The coming winter will not be easy for Ukraine as energy remains one of the primary targets of Russian aggression, First Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Energy Denys Shmyhal stated during the…
No higher maintenance for bigger flats: Court
- Maharashtra Co-Operative Court rules against higher maintenance fees for larger flats.
- Worli, Mumbai housing society charged commercial units twice as much as residential units.
- Court finds society did not prove additional services or expenses for commercial units.
North Macedonia has made ties with Israel ‘foreign-policy priority’, FM tells 'Post' - exclusive
Foreign Minister Timčo Mucunski tells The Jerusalem Post that his first official visit to Israel is intended to take already “excellent” relations to the next level
- North Macedonia's FM Timčo Mucunski prioritizes strengthening ties with Israel.
- Agreements signed, direct air links between Tel Aviv and Skopje or Tel Aviv and Ohrid explored.
The Ark auditorium has 109,000 seats, 126 escalators, 29 elevators, says Oyedepo
Bishop David Oyedepo unveils details of Living Faith Church’s new Ark auditorium, featuring 109,000 seats, 126 escalators, and 29 elevators.
Devastating fire destroys 30 homes in Umhlanga informal settlement
A fire has devastated the Blackburn Informal Settlement in Umhlanga, destroying 30 homes and leaving thousands without shelter.
NTSA orders drivers to observe 30km/h speed limit near schools
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has urged motorists to observe a 30km/h speed limit in all school zones, warning that lower speeds can give drivers crucial extra time to react when…
- NTSA mandates 30km/h speed limit near schools
- Slower speeds give drivers more reaction time
- Reduced speeds decrease collision likelihood
A bad trade deal in virtually all ways
You can’t fix stupid. And you can’t sign a contract — or a trade deal — with a proven liar, cheat and blackmailer. And sometimes, you end up having to […]
US proposes new US$103,265 H-1B visa fee, expanding charge beyond new arrivals
The US has proposed a new US$103,265 fee for H-1B visa petitions – a move that could ramp up the cost of hiring skilled foreign workers, with Chinese and Indian professionals particularly hard hit.
A bigger grid, and a tougher one
The Free Press editorial of Aug. 21, Time for a stronger Canadian grid, makes a case that should unsettle anyone who read it. A co-ordinated attack on nine substations could […]
'Stolen coffee machine': Warrant Officer Sander's campaign reaches R656,064 milestone
Warrant Officer Karl Sander's fundraising campaign has successfully raised R656,06
DWS oversight visit highlights water and sanitation challenges in eThekwini
The Department of Water and Sanitation's recent oversight visit to eThekwini Municipality sheds light on pressing water and sanitation issues, as Deputy Minister Dr Jack Bloom engages with local…
Australia uses international student visa revenue for university reforms, minister says amid fee hike backlash
Australia is using fees paid by international students applying for visas to help finance reforms aimed at improving the domestic higher education system, Education Minister Jason Clare has said.
Mission to retrieve Pakistani climber Asma Mushtaq's body from Spatnik resumes
A rescue team resumed its trek at Spantik on Tuesday to recover the body of Pakistani mountaineer Dr Asma Mushtaq, who died while descending the 7,027m peak in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Shigar district.
Africa: All of Africa Today - August 25, 2026
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- Two South Sudanese UN peacekeepers killed, seven wounded in Jonglei ambush
- Prince Harry steps down from African Parks board amid Congo human rights probe
- Rwandan President Kagame slams US sanctions without root cause analysis
Obi: Of Ambition and Reality of 2027 Presidential Poll
David-Chyddy Eleke, in this piece, projects what the outing of the candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi in the January, 2027 presidential election will look like as he
- Peter Obi, NDC candidate, preparing for 2027 Nigerian presidential election
- Despite 2023 ban, Obi claims popularity doubled and would defeat Tinubu
- Obi outlines region-specific strategies for Nigeria's six geopolitical zones
Michael Atherton reveals reason behind letter of appeal for ex-PAK PM Imran Khan; ‘state has tried to airbrush Imran…’
Former Pakistan Prime Minister and captain Imran Khan has been in prison since 2023 for corruption charges which he has denied time and again.
Andhra family of 5 found dead in suicide pact at Srisailam pilgrim lodge
A heartbreaking event unfolded at the Vaddera Choultries in Srisailam, where five family members allegedly ended their lives.
Ablakwa-led committee presents strategy document to Mahama ahead of 2027 AU chairmanship
A committee set up to develop a strategy document, priority areas and work programme for President John Dramani Mahama’s 2027 African Union (AU) chairmanship has completed its assignment and submitted…
Police arrest 5 over robbery, murder of gold buyer
The Western Regional Police Command has arrested five suspects in connection with the robbery and murder of a 40-year-old gold buyer, Seth Kobina, at Agona Fie near Agona Nkwanta in the Western…
'Significant' fencing safety issues at pool where toddler drowned, inquest hears
Fencing around the pool where a 19-month-old Adelaide boy drowned had safety issues, including a gate missing a hinge that was kept closed with a bicycle lock, an inquest has heard.
Three helpers warned for using bosses' data for loans
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data has issued warning letters to three foreign domestic helpers for misusing employers' personal data for loan applications without consent.
High School Student Dies in Accident at Niigata Festival
An 18-year-old male high school student died after being trapped between a festival lantern and a pillar during a traditional event in Agano, Niigata Prefecture, on the evening of August 24.
Lagos CP urged to replace investigative team probing Mohbad’s death
A civil advocacy organisation, United Advocates Group, UAG, has called on the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Tijani, to constitute a new investigative team to handle the ongoing…
UAE social media laws: Rules, fines and what you need to know before posting
Lawyers have offered guidance on UAE social media laws after the National Media Authority took legal action against a resident for publishing content containing offensive statements about Emirati…
Ukraine's UN envoy warns Russian public of potential mobilization
Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the UN Andrii Melnyk warned the Russian public of a potential mobilization that could begin after September 20, speaking at a UN Security Council meeting on…
Isu TH: Zahid mahu PAC siasat, Takiyuddin sokong RCI baharu
Zahid Hamidi berkata PAC boleh tubuh badan khas meneliti pengurusan TH selepas 2017 manakala Takiyuddin Hassan terbuka kepada RCI baharu atau siasatan PAC.