Seven bodies wash into India from Nepal after devastating floods, identification underway
LUCKNOW, Aug 28 — Indian authorities recovered seven bodies from rivers flowing from Nepal, believed to be victims...
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Afternoon Update: Anxious wait as Australians remain missing in Nepal, dolphin dies from bird flu, and The Full Monty
Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Good afternoon. Australia’s Nepali community plan to host vigils to remember the victims of the Nepal-Tibet flood disaster to coincide with a day of…
Nepal flash floods: Software engineer from A.P.’s Kuppam ‘missing’, family appeals for assistance
V.S. Balasubrahmanyam had travelled to Nepal on August 13 with a batch of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra pilgrims
‘What about 501st m’: Goa 500 m drug-free school zone directive sparks criticism
State Congress chief Girish Chodankar asked the government not to draw a 500 metre circle around the problem of drug abuse among students
EOCO did not contact Israeli firm over $7m cyber defence contract – Witness
A witness in the ongoing trial of former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), Kwabena Adu-Boahene, on Wednesday told the Accra High Court that the Economic and Organised Crime Office…
Norway’s King Harald V Dies At 89 After 35-Year Reign As Europe’s Oldest Monarch, Son Haakon VIII Set To Ascend The Throne
Stavanger: King Harald V of Norway, who went into exile in the United States as a child during the Nazi occupation of his homeland and refused a string of European noblewomen in order to marry his…
Wife of murder-suicide suspect lost RM260,000 to love scam, say cops
Police say this is based on a note left by the man who took his life after killing his wife and two children.
Ad hoc committee debates Mchunu’s motives over PKTT disbandment
The committee is investigating allegations of political interference.
- Ad Hoc Committee examines Senzo Mchunu's motives for PKTT disbandment.
- ANC MP Khusela Diko claims lack of evidence for sinister motives.
- Committee deadline to submit report to National Assembly is 11 September.
Nepal says dam burst in Tibet, warns rescuers to head to safety
The U.S. Geological Survey said the disaster on Wednesday was caused by a glacial collapse that triggered a vast flow of icy debris.
US to withdraw troops from Nigeria after counterterrorism mission
The United States is preparing to withdraw about 200 troops deployed to Nigeria as part of its counterterrorism efforts, following what American officials described as significant gains against…
National security conviction shows ‘pursuing democracy is a crime,’ Tiananmen vigil activist says in mitigation hearing
An activist who once organised annual vigils to commemorate the Tiananmen crackdown has said that a Hong Kong court’s decision to convict her under national security legislation amounts to saying that…
Nepal-China flood rescue on hold as lake breaks banks
The death toll from the Himalayan flash floods has climbed to 469, with more than 1,000 still missing. Meanwhile, authorities warn an overflowing lake formed by debris could trigger a second wave of…
Nepal Looks To Rebuild As Flood Death Toll Rises | Insight with Haslinda Amin 8/28/2026
Insight with Haslinda Amin, a daily news program featuring in-depth, high-profile interviews and analysis to give viewers the complete picture on the stories that matter.
For Russians in Exile, Germany’s New Intelligence Hotline Is Worth Using
Russians have learned not to trust the security services. But we should accept this offer of help to combat transnational repression.
Jalan Lapangan Terbang junction to close overnight for works from Aug 28 to 29
KUCHING (Aug 28): The junction from Jalan Lapangan Terbang to Lorong Lapangan Terbang 1, near the voco hotel, will be temporarily closed overnight from Friday at 10pm until Saturday at 5am for sheet-piling dismantling works.
Mumbai's NSCI In Legal Trouble? BMC Moves To Cancel Worli Club's Lease Over Spike In Non-Sporting Events Held At Premises
Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed cancellation of the National Sports Club of India’s (NSCI) lease for its Worli premises, alleging that the club violated lease conditions by hosting a large number of non-sporting events without obtaining prior civic permission.
How students can win FG’s ₦365m national laureate prize
The Federal Government has opened the Tertiary Institutions National Laureate Prize, an annual ₦365 million scheme designed to reward and elevate outstanding research from Nigeria’s universities, polytechnics, monotechnics, and colleges of education.
[UPDATED] RM260k love scam believed linked to deaths in Desa ParkCity
KUALA LUMPUR: A love scam which allegedly left a family saddled with RM260,000 in losses and debts is believed to have triggered the killing of a woman and her two children in Desa ParkCity.
Road accidents, casualties rise in first half of 2026
Traffic accidents resulting in injuries or deaths rose 2.7 per cent compared with the same period last year, although fatal accidents and deaths declined.
Asim Munir highlights importance of education, entrepreneurship in meeting with Harvard students
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, chief of army staff and chief of defence forces, interacted with a delegation of Harvard Business School students representing multiple countries during their visit to…
Latin American Pulse for Friday, August 28, 2026
Latin America Pulse: Lula shrugs off Brazil's debt, Mexico exports hit a record, and Chile faces a diplomatic row. Today's psychogram of a region on edge.
South Africa Blames Its Water Crisis on the Municipalities
The President named two structural failures and no municipality, no percentage and no rand figure. The audited data behind the diagnosis is worse than the diagnosis.
Næringslivet minnes kong Harald: – Rex-faktor
Aker-sjef Øyvind Eriksen hyller kong Haralds interesse for norske bedrifter.
Luanda Summit Asks Why Africa’s Peace Machinery Keeps Failing
Heads of state meet on 30 August to consider a Luanda Decision on conflict prevention. Every document in front of them is still a draft.
Pune: Noise And Light Pollution To Be Reviewed By Parliamentary Panel On September 9
https://x.com/Medha_kulkarni/status/2093159188197523565Pune: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology, Environment, Forests and Climate Change will review noise and light…
Winter's claimed support for Netanyahu overshadows his campaign, may siphon Likud voters - analysis
Winter is seeking to remove from the agenda the campaign portraying him as a risk to the right, as someone who could help replace Netanyahu or siphon votes away from the bloc.
- Ofer Winter's People of Israel party supports Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing camp.
- Winter aims to remove doubts about his party being a threat to the right-wing bloc.
All for one — except for one
The dust is still settling. But two things are clear. The first thing: Canadians, by a vast majority, are glad Mark Carney stood up to Trump. Worried about the impact […]
Manitoba Hydro’s strategy: Deny, deny, deny
Here’s a good story… A man walks into your office and says, “Have I got a deal for you! I want $3 billion (plus perhaps a bit more) to build […]
Letters, Aug. 28
Use Brady methane as fuel? Re: Plan for city to sell landfill gas backed up (Aug 25); Aren’t there other power options? (Think Tank, Aug, 26) It strikes me that […]
Easy Japanese news in translation: Locals help move Hirosaki Castle keep
At Hirosaki Castle in the city of Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, work is underway to return the castle keep to its original location after it was moved
Old tender tricks recycled as R6.8m transport department contracts questioned
The AG has recommended consequence management after finding recurring media services were procured through separate quotation processes.
Simelane calls for unity among women in the built environment
Women leaders in the built environment sector gathered at the Maslow Hotel in Sandton where Minister Thembi Simelane called for unity amongst female leaders.
eThekwini cemetery space shortage adds pressure on grieving families
A DA councillor says eThekwini’s burial space is rapidly diminishing, leaving some families to face delays, higher costs and difficult funeral arrangements.
More road accidents, injuries in first half of 2026 even as fatalities fall: Traffic Police
Despite the drop in fatalities, TP said the long-term trend remains worrying.
- Accidents and injuries increased in Singapore's first half of 2026.
- Speeding violations and fatal speed-related accidents rose.
- Elderly pedestrian injuries and fatalities surged.
13 ditahan, kes kemalangan diklasifikasi bunuh
Kejadian dipercayai ada kaitan konflik keahlian antara dua kumpulan kongsi gelap sekitar Johor Bahru.
Bagré Dam spillage begins today as water level rises to 95.19%
The Water Resources Commission (WRC) has announced that Burkina Faso’s power utility, SONABEL, will begin the controlled release of water from the Bagré Dam at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, August 28. The planned spillage follows a significant rise in the dam’s water level, which stood at 234.64 metres as of Thursday, August 27. The WRC […]
Five arrested as Gauteng police uncover R1 million hydroponic dagga lab
Gauteng police have arrested five foreign nationals and seized a hydroponic dagga laboratory worth more than R1 million.
Ruto acknowledges failures in handling 2024 Gen Z protests
President William Ruto acknowledged failures in his administration’s handling of the 2024 Gen Z protests and the 2025 anniversary demonstrations.
- President Ruto admits administration's failures in handling 2024 Gen Z protests.
- Regrets no bloodshed during events, orders investigations into deaths and abuses.
- Acknowledges loss of life unjustified, calls for accountability of wrongdoers.
Mudavadi Leaves for Angola to Represent Ruto at AU Extraordinary Summit
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has left the country for Luanda, Angola, where he will represent President William Ruto at the 21st…
- Musalia Mudavadi travels to Angola for AU summit
- President Ruto's representative at 21st Extraordinary Session
- Focus on conflict prevention and Africa's development agenda
UAE leaders celebrate Emirati women as partners in progress
Abu Dhabi: UAE leaders paid tribute to Emirati women on Friday, praising their achievements and their role in building the country, strengthening society and shaping future generations as the nation…
Families fly to Nepal in search for 33 missing British nationals
Among the British nationals reported missing are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.
Hundreds dead as nearly 1,000 remain missing in massive Nepal-Tibet flood
The death toll continues to climb two days after flash flooding obliterated parts of the Nepal-Tibet border region on Wednesday, with at least 469 bodies recovered.
Ruto breaks ground for new Police training grounds at Kiganjo
President William Ruto has broken ground for the construction of the new Chief Physical Training Instructor Grounds at the National Police College (NPC) Main Campus in Kiganjo, Nyeri County, as Kenya moves to modernise police training and strengthen professionalism in the National Police Service.
Osun election violence committee opens relief claims for victims
Victims of election-related violence in Osun State have been urged to submit their claims for possible assistance from the state’s N500 million relief fund. The appeal was made by the Chairman of the Osun State Election Violence Relief Committee and Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, during the committee’s inaugural…
Trump Offers Aid to Nepal After Deadly Flash Floods
U.S. President Donald Trump has offered Nepal aid following severe flash floods in Rasuwa district.
Kulai crash death reclassified as murder; 13 suspects arrested including minors
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 28 — Police have arrested 13 people, including a 15-year-old girl, to assist in investigations in...
W.B. CM says trying to create employment opportunities for youth; inaugurates LTM’s state-of-the-art IT campus
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari urged skilled and educated professionals from the State working elsewhere in India and abroad to return, assuring them of employment opportunities under the…
[UPDATED] Saravanan's letter will be referred to authorities, says Anwar
BUTTERWORTH: Datuk Seri M. Saravanan's letter regarding an ongoing case will be referred to the relevant authorities for review, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
New Urban Development Law gives Ho Chi Minh City greater room to grow
The Urban Development Law gives Ho Chi Minh City greater autonomy and new mechanisms to mobilize resources, remove bottlenecks and accelerate growth.
Lake formed by landslide on Nepal-Tibet border overflows, halting rescue work
NUWAKOT: A lake formed by a landslide on the Nepal-China border started to overflow on Friday, putting at risk areas devastated by a flash flood two days ago and forcing a temporary halt to rescue…
Critics warn Russia's campaign in Europe has entered an active phase
A wave of drone incursions, assassination attempts, and sabotage on European soil has prompted critics to argue that the conflict with Moscow is no longer merely hybrid in nature, Politico reported on…
Teen girl dies after car rammed by MPV, cops probe gang links
Johor police arrest 13 suspects, including a 15-year-old girl, to assist in the investigation.
Govt Announces Rs. 5 Million Compensation for Each Family Affected by PIMS Fire
The government has announced financial compensation of Rs5 million for the families of each newborn who died in the PIMS … Read More The post Govt Announces Rs.
New Zealand says its ties with its Realm countries remain strong and stable
New Zealand says its connections to its Realm countries remain strong and stable, after the first of a series of annual "family reunions".
What's OECD? Homework for government - survey shows
As Thailand is lobbying for international support to join the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), almost half of the people in the country still have no idea what it is, a…
Norwegen: König Harald V. von Norwegen gestorben – Modernisierer in stürmischen Zeiten
Der norwegische König ist im Alter von 89 Jahren verstorben. Der Monarch galt als volksnah und modernisierte das Land. Sein Sohn Haakon soll ihm auf den Thron folgen.
US lawmaker says Trump facing 'crisis of his own making' amid war on Iran
US lawmaker says Trump facing 'crisis of his own making' amid war on Iran US Senator Mark Kelly said that Donald Trump is facing difficulty in finding an exit from the war on Iran. "This is a crisis of his own making and he has left himself with little options," Kelly told ABC new.
- US Senator Mark Kelly claims Trump faces crisis of his own making in Iran war.
- Trump limited options may lead to ground troops deployment, risking 300k+ American lives.
- Senator urges rebuilding European alliances, criticizes current administration's competence.
Russian drone hits warehouse holding Readeat books, other publishers' stock - Feliksov
Dmytro Feliksov, founder of the Readeat bookstore chain and the BookTicket service, says a warehouse holding his bookstore’s books and stock belonging to a number of publishers was damaged in a Russian strike.