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Ruto vows to crush goonism as Murkomen dismisses ‘National Crisis’ claims
The President said his administration would not allow criminal groups or individuals to use violence to intimidate residents.
Mr. President, How Much Money And Time Do You Want To Spend On 4 Dead Refineries?
By Dan D. Kunle Your Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Good Afternoon, sir. I write this fourth open letter with a simple appeal to your conscience, following your recent
Centre, AJK govt to work with other parties to build consensus on governance, constitutional issues: Dar
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said the Centre and the incoming Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government would work with other political parties and stakeholders to form consensus on “important…
Ukrainian soldiers are changing how they train to deliver medical care as casualty evacuation becomes more unpredictable
The drone-saturated kill zone on the battlefield means casualty evacuation timelines can be much longer than they were earlier in the war.
Railway watchdog issues safety notice to Iarnród Éireann
A railway safety watchdog has issued a safety notice to Iarnród Éireann about the importance of planning work before accessing the railway.
Mother and 18-year-old daughter die after wall collapse during Tarragona floods
A mother and her 18-year-old daughter have died after being critically injured when a wall collapsed on them during the torrential rain and flash flooding that struck the Tarragona coast (Catalonia)…
KNEC explains how schools can access and download KPSEA, KJSEA reports
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has issued guidance on how schools can access and download their Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education…
Meta settles with states in landmark social media addiction trial
Meta agreed to change Instagram and Facebook in a settlement resolving a case brought by states that accused the company of designing addictive products for children.
Mohamad Hasan to lead Malaysian delegation at OIC meeting on Palestine
JEDDAH: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will lead the Malaysian delegation to the extraordinary meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) tomorrow to discuss the latest developments concerning Palestine.
Meta Settles Landmark Child Safety Case for Up to $17 Billion a Week Into Trial
The case from 29 state attorneys general could have cost the tech company as much as $1.4 trillion The post Meta Settles Landmark Child Safety Case for Up to $17 Billion a Week Into Trial appeared…
Special Intensive Revision leaves out 14% voter names in Vijayapura
The last date for seeking inclusion of names in the voter list is Sept. 23
- 14% voter names omitted in Vijayapura SIR process
- 2.97 lakh voters impacted by exclusion
- Application period for inclusion ends September 23
Meta reaches $16.7B settlement in youth social media harm lawsuit
The settlement was reached during a California federal trial, averting one of the highest-profile tests yet of allegations that social media companies harmed young users.
Florida police used a fake Flock camera in a sting, then charged a man with three felonies for destroying it
News 6 Orlando reports that police in Oviedo, Florida, have charged a man with three felonies for destroying a Flock surveillance camera, even though the camera was fake.
Japan May Start Buying Back Rice for Stockpiles in Sept.
Tokyo, Aug. 26 (Jiji Press)--Japan's agriculture ministry is expected to begin purchasing rice to replenish government stockpiles as early as September, sources familiar with the matter said…
- Japan's agriculture ministry plans to buy back rice in September.
- 150,000 tons of rice set aside in initial 2026 budget.
- Buyback timing to be decided after evaluating supply and demand.
Singapore PE teacher explains why she quit despite good pay, short hours, & travel
She loved seeing her students learn and create, but said the work outside the classroom left her “SO BURNED OUT”. This article ( Singapore PE teacher explains why she quit despite good pay, short…
Why US visa pause could have ‘real consequences’ for Asian applicants
Asian workers and families already facing years-long waits for US visas could be pushed deeper into uncertainty by a global pause on immigrant visa appointments, as President Donald Trump’s…
How Taiwan Became Singapore’s Largest Trading Partner
Economic ties are increasingly important, but Singapore cannot, and will not, become a defender of Taiwan's international status.
Crypto bro faces 280 years in prison for defrauding investors with promises of an 'AI supercomputer' for mining — jury convicts businessman of running $24-million Ponzi scheme, claimed up to 30% APR and a 100% money-back guarantee
A man claiming to give massive returns to investors has been found guilty of wire fraud, mail fraud, and money laundering by a Nevada court.
Questions abound about SpongeBob and his satirical take on Egypt
SpongeBob SquarePants, the star of the hit Nickelodeon show, is at the heart of a political storm playing out online in Egypt , giving rise to suspicions about the motives of Facebook groups that have…
Nepal Flash Floods: Terrifying Video Shows Massive Waters Sweeping Through Town
A terrifying video showing the moment flash flood waters surged through parts of Nepal has surfaced online, capturing scenes of panic as residents scrambled to escape the rapidly advancing waters.
Netanyahu vows to expand West Bank settlements despite global pressure
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledges to continue settlement expansion in the West Bank, praising settlers amid mounting international criticism.
UAE grants Visa on arrival to Kenyans with US, UK, EU residence permits as US pauses immigrant visas
Eligible Kenyan passport holders can now obtain 14-day or 60-day UAE visas on arrival if they hold qualifying residence permits from the US, UK, EU and other countries, even as the Trump…
- Kenyans with US, UK, EU residence permits can get 14-day or 60-day visas on arrival in UAE.
- UAE expanded visa-on-arrival program to include eligible Kenyan nationals and their families.
- US halted immigrant visa processing globally, potentially delaying Kenyan applications.
Veterans, young guns make up 2026 Dasara jumbo squad
Nine elephants in first batch bring together experience, composure and proven Dasara credentials
Drone Washes Up on Beach Near Bulgaria's Varna, Navy Sappers Called In
A drone measuring about 2 meters long and 1.5 meters wide washed ashore at Kabakum beach near Varna, Bulgaria, on Wednesday, Aug. 26, Bulgarian broadcaster BNT reported.
Turkey recruits Trump insiders for new Washington lobbying push
Turkey recruits Trump insiders for new Washington lobbying push Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 13:05 The Turkish defence ministry signed a $2.4m contract with Ballard Partners as Ankara…
Ukraine thwarts FSB assassination plot against defense company head
The suspected assassin is a 63-year-old pensioner, tasked by the FSB with placing explosives under the driver's seat of the supposed victim's car, according to the SBU.
SC panel member tells teachers to get dilapidated school buildings repaired
Seetharam tells headmasters to alert officials about safety risks and act swiftly to protect students
Zelensky's Chief of Staff Budanov features in tapes linked to latest corruption case, media say
Transcripts included in the prosecutors' motions in the case explicitly state that Zelensky's Chief of Staff Kyrylo Budanov took part in the conversations, Hromadske reported.
Koretsky: Energoatom's new top management should be formed as soon as possible
Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky held his first meeting with the Supervisory Board of NNEGC Energoatom, stressing the need for a swift overhaul of the company’s management and promising all…
Norway Pledges $9.2 Billion to Ukraine for 2027: With Most Going to Military
Norway will give Ukraine 85 billion kroner ($9.2 billion) in 2027, the same amount it committed for 2026, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre told Norwegian broadcaster NRK.
Family seeks help after Hongkonger held in Philippines despite finishing jail time
The family of a Hong Kong man imprisoned in the Philippines for more than two decades has appealed to city authorities for help after he remained in custody despite a court in the country recently…
Firefighters prevent petrol station blaze from spreading in Kano
Firefighters in Kano State have contained a fire outbreak at a petrol filling station in Rano Local Government Area, preventing the blaze from spreading to other parts of the premises.
Dedi Mulyadi Tops Prabowo in 2029 Presidential Electability: Tempo Survey
Dedi Mulyadi secured an electability rating of 42 percent, followed by President Prabowo Subianto in second place with 15 percent
Ruto vows to deal with goons as ICC calls grow over Kenya’s political violence
President William Ruto has vowed to deal with political goons as pressure mounts on his administration over a series of violent incidents involving political rallies and opposition figures ahead of…
- President Ruto vows to tackle political goons ahead of 2027 election.
- Opposition leaders urge ICC to investigate claims of organized political violence in Kenya.
- Government dismisses ICC calls, emphasizing Kenyan authorities' ability to handle domestic crimes.
What to Know About the Apparent Iranian Threat Against Barron Trump
The U.S. Secret Service has said it is “aware” of the threat.
Storm Dolly Could Form Within Days as Low Crosses the Atlantic
An Atlantic disturbance could first become a tropical depression then strengthen into Tropical Storm Dolly.
- Tropical disturbance AL96 could become Tropical Storm Dolly within days.
- NHC predicts 60% chance of development in 48-72 hours.
- Storm may impact Lesser Antilles and Bahamas by late week.
Osun NYSC coordinator urges corps members to uphold discipline, integrity
The Osun State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Ekeng Ita Kubiangha, has urged corps members to uphold discipline, integrity and selfless service throughout their service year.
Vice President interacts with Ghanaian community in Rwanda
On the economy, Professor Opoku-Agyemang acknowledged the difficult conditions inherited by the government, including high inflation, pressure on the currency and significant debt challenges.
Meta settles with US states over social media harms
Meta Platforms reached a settlement to resolve claims brought by states across the country that the company designed Instagram and Facebook to addict children, misled consumers about their safety, and improperly collected personal data of children who used its platforms, court papers show.
Hundreds evacuated in Apeldoorn after suspected drugs lab found
Around 220 people were evacuated from three apartment blocks in Apeldoorn on Wednesday morning after police found a suspected drugs...
Viral Black Stars supporter ‘Powder Man’ granted GH¢400,000 bail in alleged visa fraud case
The Accra Circuit Court has granted viral Black Stars supporter Kailani Ibrahim Kpa, popularly known as “Powder Man,” GH¢400,000 bail in connection with an alleged visa fraud case. Ibrahim appeared before the court on Wednesday, August 26, following allegations that he collected money from several individuals after promising to facilitate…
Qatar condemns attack in Central Nigeria
<p>Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that took place in Niger State in the central part of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which resulted in fatalities and the abduction of dozens of people.</p> <p>In a statement issued Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated…
Could Syria become the focus of an Israeli-Turkish conflict?
An Israeli attack on a Syrian military airfield just recently demonstrated once again that Syria is becoming a key battleground for the rivalry between regional powers.
Ratcliffe Visits Moscow
With Russia refusing to negotiate in earnest and helping Iran against the US, CIA director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow.
Geoeconomics: CIA Chief Ratcliffe in the Kremlin – the Secret Warning to Putin
A few days ago, an exercise took place next to the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad. With military capabilities that are only shown if you want to tell the other side something. A guest post.
A warehouse built to hold up to 54 million items burned down in Tambov Oblast, Russia
It opened only last year as the central logistics point of Russia's largest online retailer and has now been hit by drones twice.
Meta reaches $16.68bn settlement over social media harms
Meta Platforms has agreed to pay a maximum $16.68 billion and make major changes to Facebook and Instagram to resolve claims by states across the US that it designed those platforms to addict…
Cabinet in retreat: Merz speaks out on pension debate
By the end of the year, the government wants to push through its package of reforms. It does not want to be deterred from its course - not even by interjections from election campaigners from the…
Cambodia’s scam-center underworld linked to Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel and its cryptocurrency millions
Authorities say Southeast Asia is becoming a financial and logistics hub for Latin American criminal groups operating far beyond the drug trade.
IEC calls on traditional leaders to support local elections
IEC has called on traditional leaders to assist the commission ahead of elections.
Air India Express Delhi-Indore Flight Delayed Over 3 Hours, Passengers Flag AC Issue
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): An Air India Express flight from Delhi to Indore was delayed by more than 3 hours on Wednesday, causing inconvenience to passengers.
Border Guard in Asir arrests four Ethiopians for smuggling 200 kg of khat
Saudi Border Guard patrols in Raboua, Asir, have arrested four Ethiopians for attempting to smuggle 200 kg of khat. Legal procedures are underway.
2027: Why Peter Obi will defeat Tinubu, Atiku – Sam Amadi
The Director of Abuja School of Social and Political Thoughts, Sam Amadi, has revealed why the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will defeat President Bola Tinubu…
[UPDATED] PM: Academics must defend their views without govt constraints
KUALA LUMPUR: Academic staff at universities must be free to express their views without being constrained by government regulations, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said.