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How Prabowo Hails NTT as Potential Global Food Source
President Prabowo paid a visit to quake-stricken East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) today. He said he's optimistic about the region as a global food source.
Kremlin says US spy chief held talks with Russian counterparts during Moscow visit
MOSCOW: US CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks with Russian intelligence officials during his visit to Moscow on Tuesday but did not meet President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said on Wednesday.
Police to reexamine 310,000 missing person cases closed in past 3 yrs
SEOUL, Aug. 26 (Yonhap) -- Police plan to conduct a comprehensive review of abou...
Kota: 20-year-old NEET aspirant from MP found dead in rented flat
The student, a resident of Chhatarpur, was living in Kota with her younger sister and was preparing for the NEET examination at a private coaching institute.
Prime Minister holds phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister
<p>Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held a telephone call on Wednesday with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia HE Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al-Saud.</p> <p>During the call, they reviewed bilateral relations…
Nawrocki's office reveals contents of Independence Day congratulatory letter to Ukraine's president
President of Poland Karol Nawrocki sent a congratulatory letter to President Volodymyr Zelensky on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s Independence and wished victory in the war, Head of…
'He's from Muslim Brotherhood': Otzma Yehudit calls to bar Ra'am MK Abbas from Knesset elections
The demand came following a post shared by Abbas, in which he claimed Arab parties were forced to accept Israel as a Jewish state to avoid being barred from elections, and it was not a choice.
- Otzma Yehudit demands disqualification of Ra am chairman MK Mansour Abbas
- Abbas from Muslim Brotherhood rejects Israel as Jewish state
- Allegations of Bennet, Eisenkot controlling National Security Ministry
North-Central APC forum backs Yari to deliver Tinubu’s 2027 victory
The North-Central APC Forum expresses confidence in Senator Abdulaziz Yari to deliver President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election, citing his widespread support.
Seven injured in science experiment explosion at Yala school
Seven people, including five primary school pupils and two teachers, were injured when alcohol exploded during a science experiment at a school in Yala today, August 26.
Japan to Adopt Secondary Capital Requirements in Oct.
Tokyo, Aug. 26 (Jiji Press)--Japanese government officials on Wednesday confirmed that they will adopt an ordinance around late October that includes requirements for serving as a secondary capital.
- Japanese officials plan to introduce secondary capital requirements ordinance in October.
- Secondary capital aims to spread economic bases and serve as disaster alternative.
- Tax breaks and deregulation measures to incentivize secondary capital selection.
Oil Refining, Logistics, Airfields: Ukraine’s Armed Forces Hit 16 Targets In Russia
Ukrainian defenders struck a number of additional targets on the territory of the aggressor country. In particular, strikes were carried out on Russian oil facilities, airfields, and logistics.
Netanyahu denies prospect of peace deal, calls Iranian leaders 'savages' - What's happening
Speaking at an event and recounting a recent meeting with US President Donald Trump, Netanyahu said they discussed the possibility of diplomacy with Iran.
Prosecutors in Germany investigate three bankers over financing of brothel
Prosecutors in Cologne are investigating three employees of a regional German bank on suspicion of bribery over the lender's financing of one of Europe's largest brothels, a person with direct…
Deadly disasters in the Himalayas over a dozen years
A massive flash flood killed at least nine people on Wednesday in the Himalayan border areas of Nepal and adjoining Tibet, washing away villages, damaging roads, bridges and power projects, with…
China makes officials liable for environmental damage for life
China has reminded its officials of their lifelong responsibility for serious environmental damage on their watch, tying green efforts more closely to performance assessments in the country’s push for…
How a Ukrainian commander sped through the 'kill zone' to save wounded troops
SEEING two wounded fighters stranded on the battlefield — one of them still strapped to a land drone immobilied by a Russian strike — Ukrainian commander Vladyslav Polskyi knew he had to do something.
Thugs kill kano resident returning from Maulud gathering
From Abbas Tijjani Madabo, Kano Suspected thugs have killed a young man identified as Yusuf Ahmad in Dorayi Quarters of Gwale Local Government Area of Kano State.
Programmer collapses on office toilet, death ruled non-work-related as he never turned on his computer
A man in China went to a toilet in his office building, where he collapsed and later died.
Alleged drug trafficking: Tinubu has spent millions of dollars to hide records – US firm
A United States-based policy advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has alleged that Nigeria’s President, Bola Bola Tinubu, has spent millions of dollars to prevent the release of…
ATM Cash Not Dispensed, But ₹30,000 Stolen As Pune Man's Card Swapped
Pune: An unidentified person allegedly swapped an elderly man's ATM card while he was trying to withdraw cash and stole ₹30,000 from his account.
EC renews outreach plans for Gen Alpha, Z
The poll authority will target schoolchildren from classes 9 to 12, colleges and universities across the 4,123 Assembly constituencies of India
Nashik: Man Dies In Accident On Pothole-Ridden Ambad Link Road |WATCH VIDEO
Nashik: A man died after a motorcycle skidded on the pothole-ridden Ambad Link Road during the festive season. The accident occurred near Meena Traders at Chunchale Phata when the motorcycle skidded…
Gachagua claims IEBC tender is rigged for South Korean firm
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 26 – DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua has taken the battle over the IEBC’s disputed election technology tender to diplomats and election observers, alleging that the procurement…
6, including mother, held over suspected baby trafficking
Kedah police say the biological mother was allegedly paid RM8,000 to register her newborn to a childless married couple.
How do navies hunt submarines? NATO's deadly game of detection beneath the waves
NATO navies are focusing on submarine detection and neutralization challenges. Exercises like Northern Viking 26 highlight coordinated anti-submarine warfare efforts. Modern warfare relies on advanced acoustic technology and persistent coordination between assets. India is the only nation to sink a submerged submarine since World War Two.
Ukrainian strikes knock out 8 of Wildberries’ 10 largest Russian hubs
A Wildberries warehouse in Russia’s Tambov Oblast stopped operating after a new Ukrainian strike, becoming the eighth of the company’s 10 largest logistics centers to be knocked out, independent Russian outlet Agentstvo.Novosti reported on Aug. 26.
Anwar warns against complacency, urges faster reforms
CYBERJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has warned against complacency, saying excessive comfort with past achievements could weaken organisations and hinder the country’s progress.
Canada’s Carney to attend EU’s State of the Union
"In these challenging times, strengthening our relationships across the world is vital," the European Commission told POLITICO.
Karnataka Voter Roll Row: CM D K Shivakumar Seeks Election Commission Extension After 1.08 Crore Electors Flagged, 43 Lakh Face Notices
Bengaluru: Expressing his concerns over deletion of 1.08 crore voters during the recently concluded Special Intensive Revision of the Voters' List in Karnataka, Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has…
Satellite images show Belarus building military training base and rail siding near Ukriane
Belarus is constructing railway infrastructure in Gomel Oblast near Ukraine to enable rapid, large-scale offloading of heavy wheeled and tracked military vehicles directly from train echelons, Radio Liberty's Belarus Service reported on Aug. 25.
NPP UK Comms Officer cautions against internal division, says disunity has been NPP's main obstacle
When the NPP is united, I believe there is no party that can defeat us," he said.
IGP: Police awaiting Indonesia report on Malaysian couple arrested over drug-laced vapes
PASIR MAS, Aug 26 — The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) is still waiting for a full report from Indonesian authoriti...
‘No one will forget Hathras…’: Akhilesh Yadav hits out at BJP over women's safety
Speaking at a press conference in Lucknow, Akhilesh Yadav also questioned the Central government over the implementation of the Women's Reservation Bill, 2023.
Singapore cannot rely on more land, labour or carbon for next phase of growth: Tan See Leng
Asked how the government weighed the pros and cons for the proposed western island, Dr Tan See Leng said there are many uncertain development timelines involved, and that detailed environmental…
Tourism Minister dazzled by Kintampo Waterfalls, issues stern warning to encroachers
The Kintampo Waterfalls, one of Ghana's most breathtaking natural treasures, took centre stage on Monday as the Minister for Tourism, Creative Arts and Culture, Dzifa Abla Gomashie, concluded a…
Kuwait seizes largest drug haul in its history worth $486 million
Kuwaiti authorities have foiled the country’s biggest drug bust, seizing nearly five tons of raw pregabalin and a full production facility.
Benin-Asaba Expressway: Nigerian Govt orders immediate review of road concessions
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has ordered a review of concession agreements on major roads nationwide, amid the worsening condition of the Benin-Asaba Expressway. Umahi issued the order on Tuesday after inspecting the dilapidated highway, where road users were reported to have been stuck for some days due to the gridlock.
Haze prompts parents to keep children home from school
GROWING concerns over worsening haze have led some parents to keep their children home from school, particularly those with asthma or other respiratory sensitivities.
Russian spy sentenced to four years in prison in Estonia
Harju County Court in Estonia sentenced Nikita Kuzmin, a dual Estonian-Russian citizen, to four years in prison for spying for Russia, Estonian public broadcaster ERR reported on Aug. 26.
We must create social awareness to ensure the physical and mental well-being of children with disabilities – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that, given their particular vulnerability children with disabilities require protection, and stressed the need to foster social awareness to protect them…
Security Agencies Accused of Shielding ‘Unknown Gunmen’
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt Social media activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), yesterday accused Nigeria’s security agencies of knowing the identities and whereabouts of…
Mission Unlock | Ep 8: If mountains and rivers lose their hues, how can we light up the future?
" Mission Unlock" uses real stories and everyday scenes to explain the development logic behind China's 15th Five-Year Plan.
Oman police warn of organised begging networks exploiting vulnerable people
Dubai: Oman police have warned that organised networks may be behind some begging cases in the Sultanate, exploiting individuals and managing their activities for financial gain.
UN chief calls for cooperation on maritime shipping mechanism
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday called for engagement and cooperation of relevant parties for a confidence-building mechanism that aims to safeguard the movement of essential goods…
New data shows record number of arrests and deportations of immigrants in the US
Trump administration has moved away from high-profile, militarized raids as its deportation spree has ramped up The Trump administration arrested and deported a record number of immigrants in July…
The False Fear of Noncitizen Voting
Framed as a fraud-prevention measure, Trump’s SAVE Act is “the equivalent of a four-alarm fire for our democracy,” writes Kica Matos.
U.S. gov't moves to suppress pushback on data centers by removing requirements for public input on pollution — EPA change would allow air pollution permits without publicizing them
A proposed change to the EPA's regulations would remove the requirement for states to seek public input on air pollution permits, particularly around AI data centers.
Cachalia says Dimpane not implicated in R360m Medicare24 tender
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has defended Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, saying she holds a valid top-secret security clearance and was not involved in awarding the Medicare24 contract.
Meet Eloise, the Florida donkey taking on the data center boom
Eloise is a 1-year-old mini Jerusalem donkey who lives in Hernando, Florida, a small town in the western part of the state where tourists never venture. She lives a fairly quiet life, sharing the farm with Elsie the cow; goats Honey, Dolly, Roger, Polly, and Dodger; and Tom the turkey.
The German Far Right Is Poised for a Breakthrough
The AfD could do something next month that would mark a first in the country’s postwar history.
Bernie Sanders Has Never Been Hotter. That Should Worry Democrats | Opinion
We’ve seen many DSA primary wins across the country, but will any of this translate into votes beyond the primaries?
Adam Hamilton and Taking Back Religion from the Right
Democratic socialists are getting more of the attention, but Democratic Christians may prove more influential this November.