PN, Umno call for new RCI to investigate TH
KUALA LUMPUR: Perikatan Nasional has called for a new Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to be established to reinvestigate Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH).
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School bus overturns in Regidi mandal, 15 children injured
The school children who received injuries were admitted to government hospital of Rajam immediately
Fired for being foreign: how employers gave in to March and March threats
The Casual Workers Advice Office has recorded a sharp rise in reports of xenophobic labour practices in Gauteng
Govt considering random drug tests for all pilots: Minister Ram Mohan Naidu
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GWL engages Agbogbloshie community on water services in Accra
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Who Was Jenny Lupton? Flight Attendant Found Dead During Hawaii Layover
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Ahead of Raksha Bandhan, UP CM gives four major gifts to 3.54 lakh Rasoiyas
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Lagos: Nigerian govt targets 24-month completion of Carter Bridge reconstruction
The Federal Government has announced plans to complete the reconstruction of the Carter Bridge in Lagos State within 24 months, cutting the initial 36-month timeline for the project.
- Nigerian government aims to complete Carter Bridge reconstruction in 24 months.
- Minister of Works Senator Dave Umahi announced the timeline during a tour.
- Bridge's new design includes additional ramps, elevated carriageway, and cable-stayed section.
India rebuked by UN discrimination watchdog
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Special commission recognizes 2 late firefighters as victims of 2022 crowd crush
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Rely on God’s empowering grace … Methodist Presiding Bishop urges newly ordained pastors
The 52nd Conference of the Methodist Church Ghana has ended with a call on ministers to remain committed to their calling and rely on God’s grace in serving the Church and humanity. The Church urged its ministers to approach ministry with humility, sacrifice and self-denial, recognising it as a vocation rather than a profession.
Pune: 6 Arrested For Kidnapping & Robbing Zepto Delivery Worker In Pimpri-Chinchwad
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Inflows improved in Nagavali, Vamsadhara and other rivers after a gap of 2.5 months
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Laundry businesses in quake-hit Kumamoto wash evacuees’ clothes for free
The Disaster Sentaku Assistance Team, a volunteer network launched after the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake, works with local businesses to provide the service.
Thief swipes ¥200 million worth of luxury watches from Tokyo shop
A male suspect was still on the run after smashing a showcase housing the timepieces and stealing the merchandise in an incident that took just about 10 seconds.
Amaechi to Sowore: Close Your Mouth When Politicians Are Talking
A political session at the 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, descended into a heated exchange after African Action Congress (AAC)…
Distress beacon borrowing program proposed after teen hiker's death
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Brown Mogotsi back in court for fourth bail bid
The Johannesburg Magistrate's Court will on Tuesday hear Mogotsi's fresh bail application
Scam cases sharply decrease amid police's preventive measures
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Putin’s decree allowing the state to take over companies that fail to protect against drones ‘is not about nationalization,’ First Deputy PM Manturov says
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Japan to survey 'animal cafes' amid infection, welfare concerns
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Jigawa police arrest 17 motorists over alleged traffic rules violation
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested 17 motorists for alleged violations of road traffic laws during the commencement of its special enforcement operation, code-named Operation Velvet.
High Anti-Corruption Court detains Mudra, sets bail at UAH 20M
Ukraine’s High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) has ordered former Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Iryna Mudra to be held in custody, with the option of release on bail set at UAH 20…
Entrevista al secretario general de la ONU: "Las superpotencias están descubriendo sus límites"
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MCC UG Counselling 2026: Round 1 Final Result Out At mcc.nic.in; Freeze, Float Options Explained
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Homes submerged, tens of thousands relocated in China's south as flooding intensifies
Heavy rains triggered by Typhoon Narra have caused intense flooding in southern China. Meanwhile, another storm system is making its way towards Japan and Taiwan.
Hungary foreign ministry files report on $964 mln pandemic era ventilator deals
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Govt to Send Pakistani Students to Italy for Training
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Infrastruktur: Verdacht auf Sabotage – Kabel an Bahnstrecke beschädigt
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Deadly Ukrainian Strikes in Southern Russia Force Oil Refinery to Shut Down
At least two people were killed in the overnight strikes, which targeted refineries in the Krasnodar and Rostov regions.
‘Kha Gaye Shakkar, Pee Gaye Tel...’ Jyotiraditya Scindia’s Old Jibe At BJP Sparks Buzz Amid Rising Sugar Prices | VIDEO
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Strong winds hamper efforts to battle 51.4ha peat fire in Kota Tinggi
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SC registrar returns PTI’s contempt plea over Imran Khan’s transfer to PIMS
The Supreme Court’s registrar office has once again returned a contempt of court petition filed by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) over the transfer of the party’s founder Imran Khan to the…
Prabowo Threatens License Revocations for Companies Behind Forest Fires
President Prabowo Subianto claims he will not be discriminatory in taking action against companies that cause fires.
Activists sound alarm over 50 000 gender-based violence cases in a year
Activists warn that the 50 511 reported GBVF cases for 2025/26 are merely the tip of the iceberg, urging the government to prioritise structural reform and perpetrator-focused rehabilitation.
Haiti Gang Attack Kills at Least 47 in Kenscoff Church Shelter
A gang coalition stormed Kenscoff, killing at least 47 people and abducting others. The mayor describes a night of terror amid expanding gang control.
I’ll submit myself to every investigation to clear my name – Afenyo-Markin on alleged extortion
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China says its cooperation with Iran should not be disrupted - Reuters
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Japan’s government sets recommended specifications for bear repellent
Human casualties from bear attacks have been increasing in recent years, heightening interest in deterrent sprays, according to the Environment Ministry.
Allahabad HC rejects plea seeking permission to wear hijab in school; says ‘not essential part of Islamic faith’
The school has maintained that it is a private enterprise affiliated to the CBSE, and that its dress code applies to students from all backgrounds.
PAC to discuss proposal for special body to review TH management tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will discuss a proposal to establish a special body to review the management of Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) from 2017 onwards.
Controversial Malaysian professor sacked; Marcos’ US$3b estate tax: 7 Asia highlights
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Trump's Kim gambit deepens doubts over US reliability at a key moment for Asia
The US president's abrupt decision to cut back military drills with South Korea last week, which he described as hostile to Pyongyang, has reinforced fears that Trump's unpredictability could strain…
Tinubu flags off reconstruction of Ibadan–Ijebu-Ode road
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Chinese ambassador begins Australia posting, says took bus to work
Chinese ambassador Liu Jinsong said he had taken a public bus in Australia and spoke with “ordinary” people on his way to his new posting in the capital Canberra.
Russian troops attack Ukraine-Moldova border checkpoint, suspending traffic
Russian forces struck the Vynohradivka-Vulcanesti checkpoint on the Ukrainian-Moldovan border overnight on August 25, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend transit through the international…
Motion on PAS-Umno cooperation to be tabled at muktamar, says Takiyuddin
The PAS secretary-general says that Muslim unity is also expected to be among the issues debated by delegates.
Latin American Pulse for Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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Brumby cull on hold after advocate launches last minute court action
Aerial culls in a northern NSW national park stall following an injunction from an anti-brumby culling advocate.
Defence Minister takes APC campaign role, vows national security won’t suffer
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