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NU congress begins in East Java to select new leaders
President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to attend the opening ceremony on Thursday in Jombang, East Java.
Mana peranan NGO Islam reformis dalam retorik Islam ekstremis?
NGO Islam reformis perlu lebih lantang mencabar retorik agama yang boleh menjejaskan keharmonian masyarakat majmuk.
The gospel of the great leader
North Korea’s founder, Kim Il-sung, drew on his Christian upbringing to develop and consolidate a personality cult that has endured for eight decades.
Explainer: Why Thailand’s southern insurgency is flaring again
BANGKOK, Aug 27 — A surge in attacks across Thailand’s south has put a spotlight on the low-level insurgency...
Budi95’s monthly limit: How far can 200 litres take you?
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 — Is 200 litres of subsidised RON95 enough to get through the month?That is a question some m...
France: Car rams crowd at bus stop in Caen
At least one person was killed and several injured when a car drove into a bus shelter in the northern French city of Caen.
Brazil sues online platform Discord over alleged failures in children protection
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s government said on Wednesday it filed a lawsuit in a federal court against Discord, the popular platform for gamers to communicate online, seeking damages of 500…
Fahmi: Govt may regulate e-commerce platforms
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Japan Unveils New Energy Security Policy
Japan has drawn up a new policy package aimed at strengthening energy security in response to developments in the Middle East, including support for alternative oil pipelines that would bypass the…
Medical students summoned for questioning in blood bank scam in Bengal
Three laboratory technicians were arrested in Panskura in relation to the blood selling scam
What scientists know so far about Nepal's deadly floods
WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Lethal surges of mud and water that hit "like liquid concrete" are nearly impossible to predict and can't be outrun.
Bus Driver Crashes While Shooing Away Mosquito
A Toei bus crashed into a traffic signal in Tokyo's Edogawa Ward on the morning of August 26 after the driver lost control of the steering wheel while trying to shoo away a mosquito, leaving two male…
Selangor sultan: Leaders must unite, not divide the people
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Grand jury: DeSantis administration "misappropriated" $10 million
A Florida grand jury found the DeSantis administration misappropriated $10 million in taxpayer money for political purposes.
Rival Cyprus leaders agree to meet weekly after UN chief’s visit
Cyprus is split between its internationally recognised Republic of Cyprus in the Greek-speaking south and the Turkish-speaking north.
Russian jet-powered drones getting faster, flying farther
Russia’s new Geran-4 jet-powered kamikaze UAVs can now fly up to 600 kilometers inside Ukraine, Ukrainian presidential adviser Serhii Beskrestnov told NV Radio on Aug. 26.
MP's Ujjain Mahakal Temple Chaos: Kanwariyas Break Barricades, Clash With Security Over Nandi Hall Entry; FIR Against 30
UJJAIN (Madhya Pradesh): Kanwariyas from Omkareshwar created a disturbance at the Mahakal Temple on Wednesday while demanding entry into Nandi Hall.
E-Attendance Relief For MP Teachers; Cluster Principals To Handle Genuine Delay Cases
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Amid opposition from teachers over the mandatory e-attendance system, the school education department is preparing to delegate powers to cluster principals to provide relief…
UK government urges public to stockpile food
The UK is the latest European country to prioritize resilience efforts amid growing fears of an attack by Russia or a climate-related catastrophe.
Questions raised about B.C.’s approach to prescribed burns ahead of wildfire season
The prescribed burn was part of an 87-hectare risk reduction strategy, but the BC Wildfire Service has not yet confirmed whether the burn went ahead as planned.
Caste count method in Census ‘misleading’: Congress letter to PM
“We don’t approve of the caste census being done through this methodology. Govt should cancel the present questionnaire and prepare a fresh one through consultations with political parties, experts…
Judge Says Trump H-2A Wage Rule Could Hurt American Farmworkers
The Department of Labor's efforts to address labor shortages and cut costs failed to consider U.S. workers, the judge said.
ICE arrests of people without criminal records hit record high, new data shows
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
‘Jhooth ki goonj’ site ‘fact-checks’ Rahul’s student meet claims
The digital counterpunch against Rahul’s campaign obviously complements BJP’s efforts, but the party has denied any association with the website.
Brussels reinforces police after spate of shootings
The Belgian capital, home to the headquarters of the EU, has been rocked by an uptick of gun violence in recent days.
9 S. Koreans remain missing in Nepal floods; gov't team to be dispatched
SEOUL, Aug. 27 (Yonhap) -- Nine South Koreans remain unaccounted for following m...
Dissidents push for Hindu Pradesh Congress Committee chief to end Punjab crisis
A group of dissidents that includes senior netas like Charanjit Channi and Sukhjinder Randhawa has been seeking the replacement of state chief Amarinder Raja Warring ever since the AICC announced a…
Bolivia’s Paz appoints new economy minister amid bailout talks
Former minister Jose Gabriel Espinoza was fired last week after Congress voted to oust him for failing to appear before lawmakers in the midst of an acute crisis.
Varsity enrolment crunch: Stakeholders push ODL as Nigeria’s game changer
…as UNILAG’s DLI holds fifth international colloquium Nigeria’s growing demand for university education amid limited capacity in conventional read more Varsity enrolment crunch: Stakeholders push ODL…
Mahama unveils Bawku Revitalisation Fund Committee
President John Mahama on Wednesday unveiled a five-member Bawku Revitalisation Fund Committee, tasked with overseeing a one-billion-cedis development fund to restore the conflict-ridden Upper East…
Presidency says Atiku’s fuel subsidy plan lacks clarity
…..Says inconsistencies in Atiku’s camp, depicts lack of basic understanding of fuel sector The Presidency has chided former Vice President read more Presidency says Atiku’s fuel subsidy plan lacks…
U.S. allies warn Hormuz is still mined despite Trump claim
Tehran continues to threaten attacks on those that attempt passage without its permission.
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on Aug. 27)
On the same day People Power Party (PPP) leader Jang Dong-hyeok marked his first...
(EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on Aug. 27)
Incheon Free Economic Zone (IFEZ) houses the international campuses of top forei...
Hakeem Jeffries Under Fire as Pro-Israel Democrat Tapped for Top Post
Jared Moskowitz of Florida was named ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East and North Africa.
Trained to infiltrate N. Korea, then forgotten: Ex-agent recounts 3 secret years
In 1984, Ha Tae-jun, then 24, spotted a notice recruiting for a special unit at the Military Manpower Administration office in central Seoul's Yongsan District.
Residents furious at illegal dumping in native bushland near school
Rubbish containing dangerous waste found illegally dumped in bushland upsets Albany residents, with the mayor saying it is the worst he has seen.
What the CIA Director’s Mysterious Trip to Moscow Could Mean
Despite Trump’s claims, the visit was anything but routine. It might be a sign that Putin is getting more dangerous.
Trump Posts 'Midterm Reckoning' Warning for Republicans—What Polls Show
Trump reshared a post from a conservative influencer warning about the GOP's prospects in the midterms.
Christians urged not to hide their gifts for church development
The West Volta Presbytery Church Choirs Union (WVPCCU) of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church Ghana (EPCG) has held its 2026 Biennial Conference, calling on Christians to desist from hiding their…
Kremlin Recruiting Criminals Abroad to Carry Out Sabotage at Defense Companies
The Kremlin is reportedly recruiting criminals abroad to carry out acts of sabotage at European defense industry facilities, according to Ukraine’s Center for Countering Disinformation (CCD) under the National Security and Defense Council, UATV English reports.
Facebook seller mis-sold me a horse that kicked my daughter in the head
Five women tell the BBC they were mis-sold unsafe and injured horses by a seller on Facebook.
Residents' close ties sped up restoration work at flooded condo building in Japan's Chiba
CHIBA -- Residents of a condominium recently deluged by torrential rain in this east Japan city managed to get electricity restored after three days o
Is ‘resource curse’ to blame in regions hit harder by Xi’s anti-corruption campaign?
The South China Morning Post has launched a major data project diving into President Xi Jinping’s signature anti-graft campaign.
Commentary: NDR 2026 – why a higher BTO income ceiling isn’t just a housing policy adjustment
While its core objective is to ensure affordable housing, public housing also fulfils another equally important policy objective of encouraging family formation, says Lee Kuan Yew School of Public…
Myanmar’s Dawei port megaproject could offer a regional shipping shortcut, but viability doubts linger
Myanmar's Dawei special economic zone could offer Thailand a shorter route to the Indian Ocean by bypassing the Strait of Malacca, but conflict, financing constraints and Russia's role raise questions…
Former MP faces 26 new weapons charges amid firearms trafficking case
Former MP Inky Mark was charged last month with gun trafficking after more than 400 firearms were allegedly seized from his Dauphin, Man. home. He now faces more charges.
US Suspends Visa Appointments at Several Embassies and Consulates Around the World
The United States government announced a pause in the processing of immigrant visa applications at several of its embassies and consulates around the world.
Tinubu urges NLNG to turn gas flaring into economic benefit
President Tinubu calls on NLNG to convert gas flaring into economic benefits for Nigerians, emphasizing domestic utilization and increased capacity.
Shettima pushes for Nigeria-Thailand ties beyond crude oil, rice
Vice President Shettima urges Nigeria and Thailand to expand their relationship beyond crude oil and rice, focusing on technology, agriculture, and renewab Read More…
FG’s $1bn social programme will empower Nigerians — Oluremi Tinubu
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu launches FG’s $1bn social programme, HOPE-SP, to empower vulnerable Nigerians and move them from palliatives to self-reliance. Read More: https://punchng.com/fgs-1bn-social-programme-will-empower-nigerians-oluremi-tinubu/
Deputy AG punches holes in Hannan’s counsels’ letters, medical reports
Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney General, has challenged letters and medical reports submitted by defence counsel in the case involving Hannan Abdul-Wahab Aliddiba, a former CEO of NAFCO, and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni.
Ford government enjoys polling bump after latest U.S.-Canada trade war twist
The new study by Liaison Strategies was conducted in the days after Donald Trump slapped 50 per cent tariffs on billions of dollars of Canadian products after talks collapsed.
Three Ukrainian units received kit that makes an uncrewed vehicle out of whatever they’re already driving
Three Ukrainian units received Kaban, which bolts onto a vehicle and drives it by remote.