Ruto: No Kenyan Should Lose Life, Liberty or Dignity for Criticising Govt
The President said the Constitution provides a clear foundation for protecting citizens' rights while requiring the State to maintain constitutional order.
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Former IDF officer: US has shifted from Iran nuclear deal to regime-collapse strategy
Behind the stalled Iran talks lies a quiet US pivot: not a deal, but a strategy to collapse the regime. Or Horvitz breaks down what the headlines are missing.
- US shifts strategy from nuclear deal to regime-collapse approach in Iran.
- Former IDF officer Or Horvitz reveals true objective is hastening regime's downfall.
- Iran's weakened economy offers historic opportunity to weaken Hezbollah.
Legal expert defends IDF rejection of World Central Kitchen strike investigation - interview
Last week, the IDF probe admitted that its surveillance officials misidentified the WCK security officials as Hamas.
- Israeli Defense Forces mistakenly killed seven WCK workers on April 1, 2024
- IDF's Chief Military Prosecutor found no reasonable suspicion of criminal misconduct
- Dr. Brian L. Cox argued Israel's decision aligns with International Humanitarian Law
FCTA, FRSC crack down on traffic light, route violations
The Federal Capital Territory Administration, in collaboration with the Federal Road Safety Corps and other sister agencies, has commenced a sustained special enforcement operation against traffic light violations, driving against traffic and other road offences across Abuja.
Landfills must have non-permeable bases to prevent groundwater contamination – Zanetor
Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for the mandatory use of non-permeable bases at landfill sites to prevent contaminated liquid from seeping into the soil and groundwater.
Pakistan, Kuwait reaffirm commitment to expanding defence cooperation
A high-level Kuwaiti delegation led by Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Saleem Al-Sabah called on Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Thursday, with the two sides reaffirming their commitment to expanding bilateral defence…
Ice-rock avalanche triggers devastating floods near Nepal-China border
Early reports suggested an earthquake had triggered the devastating floods near the Nepal-China border. But satellite analysis and seismic data now point to an ice-rock avalanche and debris flow, highlighting the growing hazards in the warming Himalayas
Costa Rica Signs Emergency Decree for Nine Rain-Hit Cantons
Executive Decree 45910-MP names nine cantons on the Caribbean slope and northern plains. The Costa Rica emergency decree opens the national emergency fund and urgency procurement.
- Costa Rica enacted emergency decree for nine rain-hit cantons on August 20
- President Laura Fernández signed decree, activated Fondo Nacional de Emerencias
- Damage reporting deadline is 30 days, route 32 affected with eight closures
Irreplaceable Villena Golden Treasures Plundered in daring four-minute museum Raid
One of Spain’s most important archaeological collections has been plundered in a meticulously planned four-minute raid on Villena’s two-year-old museum — a building that reportedly had no overnight…
Incompetent aides around Tinubu causing him embarrassment, says Ndume
The senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has described some members of the presidency as unqualified, saying their incompetence is causing embarrassment to the President Bola Tinubu-led…
FUNDING BATTLE: UCT SRC says it will take NSFAS to court over accommodation cap crisis
University of Cape Town SRC says it will take NSFAS to court over the accommodation cap issue, which has left it in debt and has not been increased for years.
Letter against Acting CJ of Rajasthan HC: Bar Associations says issues should be addressed through appropriate forum
There has to be a permanent Chief Justice; it is your prerogative whom you appoint; we have no opposition to anyone, Rajasthan High Court Bar Association, Jaipur president Rajeev Sogarwal said
Singapore deploys crisis response team to Nepal
MFA said that it is in touch with the families of affected Singaporeans.
Oduor: 60 churches registered every month as leadership disputes turn violent
Oduor said the high rate of registration has been accompanied by a steady stream of disputes, particularly during church elections.
Russian court upholds 15-year term for Ukrainian donor aged 70
A Moscow appellate court upheld the sentence handed down to Svitlana Loy, a 70-year-old resident of occupied Tokmak in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhya Oblast, whom an occupation "Zaporizhzhya court" sentenced…
Manisha Koirala On Nepal Flash Floods, 'I Don't Think Many Of Us Have Seen This Kind Of Fury Of Nature'
Nepal has been hit by flash floods, and the pictures and videos coming from the country have been devastating. Many celebrities took to social media to share their concern about the people in Nepal.
ANC to finalise councillor candidates for local elections
ANC has until the end of business on Friday to submit its list for the November polls.
- ANC finalizing councillor candidates for November local elections
- Over 10,000 ward councillor candidates, 6,000 party-list candidates
- Gender-balanced candidate list with women and young people representation
Costa Rica Reserves 10% of Subsidised Homes for Police Officers
A cooperation agreement between three state bodies reserves up to 10 percent of social housing slots for active officers. The Costa Rica police housing quota applies only to state-subsidised projects.
Taiwan: China-friendly opposition in Taiwan blocks drone plans
Taiwan wants to prepare itself for a possible Chinese attack. The opposition is blocking the government's drone plans and instead approving its own.
Oburu calls for ‘Third Struggle’ for economic liberation on Katiba Day
The ODM leader said the Constitution was the product of decades of struggle for democracy, human rights and accountable governance.
- ODM leader Oburu Oginga calls for a 'Third Struggle' focused on economic liberation.
- Commemorates 16th anniversary of Kenya's 2010 Constitution on Katiba Day.
- Highlights ongoing challenges of unemployment, high healthcare costs, and poverty.
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll hits 362 as more than 1,400 remain missing
The death toll from devastating flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border has risen to at least 362.
CDF Munir, Kuwaiti delegation vow to strengthen 'mutually beneficial defence partnership'
Pakistan and Kuwait reaffirmed the resolve to “consolidate their historic and brotherly relations into a strong, enduring and mutually beneficial defence partnership”, the Inter-Services Public…
Ratko Mladić, ex-Bosnian Serb chief, 'Butcher of Bosnia', dies at 84
Mladić was convicted of genocide for orchestrating the 1995 massacre of at least 8,000 Muslims in Srebrenica
How to update National ID details on your HELB account
Students and other beneficiaries who recently acquired a National Identity Card can update their identification details on their existing Higher Education Financing (HEF) account without creating a…
N39bn cocaine seizure: NDLEA ordered to produce KC Luxury in court
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has been ordered to produce Afolabi Kazeem Micheal, the socialite popularly known as ‘KC Luxury’, in court.
Home Affairs visa backlog plan welcomed, but reforms urged
Parliament’s security committee has welcomed Home Affairs’ efforts to clear visa backlogs, while calling for reforms to prevent delays from recurring.
EPA faces lawsuit over claims it fast-tracked approval of toxic 'data center chemicals' — exposure to photoacid generators used for semiconductor manufacturing could result in ‘sudden death,’ also appear to be long-lasting PFAS
An environmental group said that two new chemicals approved by the EPA for semiconductor manufacturing do not come with enough safeguards, so they're suing the agency for 'turning the new chemical…
Tension grows in a Ceuta on the brink of social explosion
Former President Aznar arrives in the autonomous city in the midst of a tense climate in which coexistence deteriorates with the passing of the hours: “The territorial integrity of Spain has been…
2027: ADC Charges Aggrieved Members Against Causing Disunity
* Reaffirms Adegoke as guber candidate Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has cautioned a governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Mr.
- ADC warns Oyo State aspirant and aggrieved members against actions causing disunity.
- Adegoke Taofeke Adegoke confirmed as ADC candidate for 2027 Oyo State gubernatorial election.
- ADC praises Atiku Abubakar's political experience and dismisses rumors about his credibility.
Colombia’s Memory Center to Be Led by an Armed Conflict Denier
The Government of Abelardo De la Espriella officially appointed D’Mar Cordoba Salamanca as the new director of the National Center for Historical Memory (CNMH), an institution created to document the…
Ancient gold treasures stolen from museum in "super-fast" raid
The treasure was discovered in 1963 by archaeologist Jose Maria Soler in a vessel sunk in a dried-out riverbed in Villena.
Western Region: Court remands 5 suspects in Agona Nkwanta robbery case
They are facing various charges, including robbery, conspiracy to commit robbery, conspiracy to commit murder, murder, carrying offensive weapons, and possession of stolen property.
Defense: USA presents allies with questionnaire on NATO reform plans
What do European alliance partners think of the US project Nato 3.0? A US questionnaire is causing new debates in Brussels - primarily because it also contains explosive questions.
X suspends account of organisers of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's New York event
Mohan Bhagwat in US: The event, titled Universal Oneness Celebration, is scheduled to be held at Madison Square Garden on August 29, with Bhagwat set to headline the programme.
Jeddah Municipality steps up school area preparations for new academic year
Jeddah Municipality intensifies fieldwork around schools to ensure a clean and safe environment as students return for the new academic year.
UAE Lottery marks milestone night with 13 Dh5 tickets winning Dh25,000 each
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Lottery marked one of its biggest nights for the Pick4 game yet, with 13 Dh5 tickets winning Dh25,000 each in last Wednesday's draw.
NAGRAT vows to expose teachers, non-teaching staff sexually abusing students
The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has announced plans to take a stronger stance against teachers and non-teaching staff accused of sexually abusing students, warning that it will no longer protect individuals who endanger learners.
OSP secures approval to serve Ofori-Atta, Akore with SML case summons in US
The High Court in Accra has granted the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) approval to serve former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and his former Chief of Cabinet, Ernest Darko Akore, with summons in the United States in the ongoing Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) case. The development clears the way for the OSP to formally […]
Qatar welcomes first field verification mission of the Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism Plus (+EJVM) in Minembwe, Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo
<p>Doha, Qatar: Qatar welcomes the conduct of the first field verification mission of the Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism Plus (+EJVM) in the Minembwe area, eastern Democratic Republic of the…
Major fire safety lapses found at two Islamabad hospitals after Pims tragedy
CDA finds serious fire safety gaps at Capital Hospital, Polyclinic, calls for urgent corrective measures
Missouri deputy AG found alive days after vanishing on Wyoming hike
Missouri Deputy Attorney General Shaun Mackelprang was found alive six days after he vanished in the remote Wyoming wilderness during a backcountry hike.
Paraguay Doctors Strike Enters Day Three as Deputies Step In
Paraguay doctors strike reached a third day without a deal, and the Chamber of Deputies stepped in as mediator. The post Paraguay Doctors Strike Enters Day Three as Deputies Step In appeared first on…
India’s missile tech transfer to firms signals defence self-reliance on track
India is turning to its private industry to help produce missiles, hoping a wider manufacturing base can cut its import dependence while boosting its defence export capacity and deterrence against…
TMC alleges attacks on party workers; asks why President's rule should not be imposed in West Bengal
TMC spokesperson and Rajya Sabha MP Derek O'Brien alleged that a brutal attack was perpetrated on Gyananand Samanta by unidentified miscreants in the presence of police earlier this week
Rural community wins court battle for access road
Ehesini’s impassable road in the Eastern Cape cut off villagers, left children struggling to access schools and ambulances unable to reach villages
US lawmakers condemn right-wing podcast’s calls for Chinese-American internment
Asian-American lawmakers in the US Congress have condemned a right-wing podcast that called for the forced internment of Chinese-Americans during a hypothetical war with Beijing, warning that such…
Jerebu: Majlis Amanat Perdana Hari Kebangsaan pindah ke PICC
Acara yang sepatutnya diadakan di Dataran Merdeka pada Ahad dialih lokasi mengambil kira perkembangan semasa, khususnya bagi memastikan keselamatan, kesihatan serta keselesaan tetamu dan orang ramai.
The Himalayas are getting more dangerous because of climate change, and the Nepal-Tibet landslide and flood could be proof
WASHINGTON, Aug 27 — The cause of the deadly landslide and flood along the Nepal-Tibet border isn’t yet cert...
A Republican Governor Tried to Heal American Politics. It Almost Broke Him.
Spencer Cox’s very hopeful, very quixotic crusade
Germany to scrap “Rente mit 63” early retirement policy
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said his coalition government is committed to scrapping Germany’s “Rente mit 63” (“retirement at 63”) early retirement policy.
AIDYO wants Ballari public library kept open on holidays too
It will help students and job aspirants prepare continuously for competitive examinations without holiday breaks in between
EU budget: Merz considers EU financial framework to be "simply unaffordable"
The EU Commission is seeing high expenditures coming its way and wants to increase the budget by up to 60 percent. Merz and three other heads of government are protesting and calling for cuts.
Helper steals S$677 from S'pore employer, transfers it to boyfriend, he stands her up at airport for days
She was arrested at HarbourFront Centre where she tried to take a ferry to Batam.
Sindh Orders Completion of Lal Shahbaz Shrine Work
Sindh Chief Secretary Syed Asif Hyder Shah on Tuesday directed officials to complete development works around the shrine of Hazrat … Read More The post Sindh Orders Completion of Lal Shahbaz Shrine…
Dubai to open two new lanes on Emirates Road on August 30
Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will open a 5-kilometre expansion of Emirates Road on August 30, adding two lanes for traffic travelling from Sharjah towards the Wadi Al Amardi area. The expansion is aimed at easing congestion on one of the main routes connecting Dubai with Sharjah and the Northern Emirates…