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China Identifies Countries of 261 Foreigners Missing in Himalayan Mudslide
BEIJING/TRISHULI, Nepal (Reuters) - China on Sunday said 261 foreign nationals from 23 countries were missing on the Tibetan side of a border crossing with Nepal following a mudslide which tore through the Himalayan region, while the death toll in Tibet has reached 16 people.
- 261 foreign nationals missing after Himalayan mudslide in Tibet-Nepal border
- 104 missing are Nepalese, followed by 49 Indians, 33 Latvians, 18 Americans, 15 British
- China mobilized 2,100 rescue workers, allocated $32.7M for relief efforts
Japan city to try avatar robots to help students struggling to attend school
SHIMOTSUKE, Tochigi -- The municipal government in this eastern Japan city will introduce avatar robots as part of a new support program for children
- Shimotsuke city to introduce avatar robots for school attendance support.
- OriHime robot allows remote observation and communication in real-time.
- Program aims to alleviate psychological burden and encourage school attendance.
Förderung: Prien: Hohe Beteiligung bei „Demokratie leben!“
Für den Umbau des Förderprogramms hat die Familienministerin viel Kritik eingesteckt. Doch die CDU-Politikerin sieht sich bestätigt. Zugleich sagt sie: „Ich habe verstanden.“
Erin Brockovich is back: The activist Hollywood turned into a heroine is now taking on Meta and Google
The famed consumer advocate is taking on the secrecy surrounding AI data centers, reigniting the fight that made her a household name
Elías Jaua, former Venezuelan vice president: ‘After Chávez’s death, there was no referee, and we tore into each other’
The veteran Chavista condemns Nicolás Maduro’s capture and argues that Venezuela has lost its sovereignty under US tutelage
A three-year-old’s broken world after his father’s immigration detention
When a parent is taken away by ICE, a child’s world implodes. The long-term consequences include depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder
Shattered glass, water seepage: Canberra Residences owners sue contractor over unresolved defects
The MCST alleged it is still grappling with water ponding at lift lobbies and water seepage throughout the development.
- Owners sue contractor over unresolved defects at Canberra Residences
- Settlement agreement from 2020 supposed to address all claims
- MCC Engineering denies breach, cites normal aging and maintenance
Iceland EU referendum on a knife edge as counting continues
A vote on whether to resume membership talks with the European Union is too close to call.
Immigration steps up security after 11 undocumented migrants escape depot
KOTA BARU: The Immigration Department has stepped up security measures at its detention depot following the escape of 11 undocumented migrants from the Tanah Merah Immigration Detention Depot last week.
Vienna Museum Heist: Historic Egyptian queen's 673-diamond necklace worth $4.3 million stolen
The necklace originally belonged to Queen Consort Nazli of Egypt, who wore it to the 1939 wedding of her daughter, Fawzia, to Iran’s then-crown prince (later shah) Mohammad Reza Pahlavi.
Durbar legacy in Balochistan
THE idea of a durbar still fascinates us and connects us to the subcontinent’s past when kings, rajas, maharajas and nawabs held court.
Australia’s far-right party makes further gains, taking seat in western state
One Nation's hard line on immigration has drawn more support amid public frustration over housing shortages and high living costs.
Babu Owino arrives in Meru at night ahead of Linda Mwananchi rally
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has arrived in Meru as the Linda Mwananchi movement takes its grassroots mobilisation campaign to the county ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Ledama: Kenya’s procurement system is captured by briefcase companies
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has launched an attack on Kenya’s public procurement system, accusing politically connected “briefcase companies” of winning lucrative government tenders, receiving…
- Narok Senator Ledama Olekina criticizes Kenya's public procurement system.
- Briefcase companies dominate high-value government contracts, failing to deliver projects.
- Over Ksh750 million paid for unfinished hospital block in Narok County.
Nepal's Solar Project suffers major damage
- Flash floods in Nepal damage solar plant on Trishuli River, causing extensive destruction
- Nepal Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle confirms damage to solar projects, hopes for rescue
- Indian government provides aid with three cargo planes arriving for relief efforts
'Even A Layman Knows': Nagpur HC Slams NMC Officials Over 'Ignorance' Of Supreme Court’s Bulldozer Judgement
Nagpur: The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has pulled up officials of the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), including an IAS officer, for claiming that they were unaware of the Supreme…
Collector Sits Beside Tribal Child, Helps Him Wear Socks And Tie Shoelaces In MP’s Dindori
Dindori (Madhya Pradesh): Collector Anju Pawan Bhadauria and district panchayat CEO Divyanshu Chaudhary personally helped Tribal hostel children put on their shoes and socks during a surprise visit to a hostel in Gaura Kanhari.
Greece to sign $3.6b. Israeli air defense deal, creating 'Achilles Shield' against Turkey and Iran
The agreement, which has been under discussion for three years, will provide Athens with a multilayered air defense system against potential threats from Turkey and Iran.
IDF general warns talks with Hamas, Hezbollah lack a clear strategy for victory - interview
"I don't know if we're being played or if a false reality is being manufactured... but in this false narrative, we're pretending to run a process that will ultimately disarm Hamas."
California legislature votes to ban child marriage and empower forced marriage victims
The two bills are yet to be signed into law, as they await Governor Gavin Newsom's signature. If confirmed, the legislation will take effect on January 1, 2027.
- Assembly Bill 1267 bans child marriage in California
- Assembly Bill 2534 integrates forced marriage into Domestic Violence Prevention Act
- Governor Gavin Newsom to sign bills, effective January 1, 2027
Warga emas maut jatuh bot di Tasik Kenyir
Mangsa, Wan Esah Wan Daud terjatuh ke dalam air selepas bot dinaiki terbalik akibat terlanggar tunggul kayu.
Russian Strike on Ukrainian Warehouse Kills 37 in the War’s Deadliest Attack This Year
MYLA, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian drone struck a warehouse west of Kyiv that Ukrainian officials say was storing shells, mines and other ammunition, sparking massive explosions and fires that swept through dozens of nearby homes and buildings and killing 37 people.
- Russian drone attack on Ukrainian warehouse kills 37 people
- 34 victims were residents of a care home for elderly and disabled
- Attack marks deadliest of the year so far in the war
Editorial: Opposition within PML-N, protests and rigging claims — several challenges ahead for the new AJK PM
https://www.dawn.com/news/2026106/steep-challenge
Review all colonial-era, pre-Merdeka laws, says Ramkarpal
The former deputy law minister says outdated provisions should be repealed or replaced to reflect present-day realities.
JI protests against fuel levy, lawlessness in Quetta
QUETTA: Amid tight security, the Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Balochistan staged a sit-in against deteriorating law and order, terrorism, the levy on petroleum products and the closure of borders with Iran…
Steep challenge
AN abundance of good fortune has landed a 46-year-old barrister, Syed Iftikhar Ali Gillani, in the hot seat. He will serve as the 17th prime minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, having been elected to…
- Syed Iftikhar Ali Gillani elected 17th Prime Minister of AJK
- Gillani faces steep challenges due to election controversies
- Promises include job creation, merit-based recruitment
China impone la ley del silencio en Tíbet tras la catástrofe del Himalaya
La geografía extrema, el bloqueo de las comunicaciones y la ausencia de testimonios dificultan reconstruir lo ocurrido en el lado tibetano de la frontera
En Ceuta cae algo más que una frontera
Mientras la inmigración se convierte en el disolvente definitivo de Europa, solo nos queda una última decencia
Ceuta, el mes que rompió una ciudad
La hostilidad de los vecinos, hartos, hacia los inmigrantes es cada vez más acusada y violenta. Mientras, se abre otra herida: ya se han dado casos de conflictos entre ceutíes musulmanes y cristianos
Phoenix unrest murder trial: Witness recounts alleged attack outside Teez Tavern
A State witness has told the Durban High Court that she saw her friend brutally assaulted during the July 2021 unrest in Phoenix. Four men face charges including murder and attempted murder.
Geschäfte mit Kuwait: Pierre Mirabaud muss wegen Bestechung und Geldwäscherei vor Gericht
Der frühere Präsident der Bankiervereinigung war lange eine prägende Figur auf dem Schweizer Finanzplatz. Jetzt holt ihn eine folgenschwere Altlast ein.
- Former Swiss banker Pierre Mirabaud, 77, faces bribery and money laundering charges.
- Alleged business relationship with Fahad al-Rajaan, Kuwaiti Social Insurance Authority director.
- Rajaan deposited 595 million Swiss francs with Mirabaud's bank between 2000-2012.
Lookout Notice Likely Against Suspended CSP Neha Pachisia As Court Rejects Anticipatory Bail In MP’s Katni
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Katni police are preparing to issue a lookout notice against suspended Katni CSP Neha Pachisia and two other accused who have been absconding in the land deal and misuse of…
War weighs on Iran's economy as US intensifies sanctions
DUBAI/CAIRO: Iranian leaders are acknowledging the economic toll of war with the US, with the supreme leader urging the government to address the hardship and the president saying foreign trade has…
Nearly 3,000 missing as Nepal-Tibet flood search continues
The missing in Nepal-Tibet flash floods
Nepal monastery becomes evacuation centre for survivors
The Gosok Phuntsok Choeling monastery is now a makeshift evacuation centre for those who have survived the Nepal flood disaster.
Over 350 police disciplinary actions overturned on appeal over 5 years
More than 350 disciplinary actions against police officers have been reduced, overturned or nullified over the past five years through appeals, data showed Sunday. The data, released by Rep. Park Sang-woong of the main opposition People Power Party based on figures received from the National Police Agency, showed such cases totaled 354…
North Korea demotes defence chief in military leadership reshuffle
SEOUL, Aug 30 — North Korea’s defence minister has been dismissed as part of a reshuffle of the country&rsqu...
Ghanaian youth demand 40% of climate adaptation budget for four northern regions
Ghanaian youth climate advocates are demanding that at least 40% of the country’s annual climate adaptation budget be allocated to the Upper East, Upper West, Northern and Savannah regions.
New online directory to provide one-stop shop of programmes for Malay/Muslim community
Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad also outlined how the community should be guided by values that have shaped its history.
- M3+ Directory consolidates Malay/Muslim programs and services in Singapore.
- Announced on August 30 at Heartbeat@Bedok to simplify support discovery.
- Aims to assist parents, youth, and career changers with necessary opportunities.
Presidential office announces reshuffle of 6 ministerial posts
President Lee Jae Myung nominated Lee Hyoung-il, first vice minister of economy and finance, to serve as deputy prime minister for economic affairs and minister of economy and finance in a Cabinet…
Wengam cautions African pastors against materialism, complacency
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has challenged Christian leaders across Africa to guard against materialism, carnality and complacency, warning…
Egypt, Kuwait urge return to US-Iran negotiations, de-escalation
Egypt, Kuwait urge return to US-Iran negotiations, de-escalation Egyptian foreign minister Badr Abdelatty and his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah called for de-escalation and…
- Egyptian and Kuwaiti foreign ministers urge de-escalation and US-Iran negotiations.
- MoU signed on June 18 serves as framework for restarting diplomacy.
- Regional security concerns discussed, emphasizing stability and security.
Reform without relief: Tinubu’s 2027 bid under threat as hardship fuels populism
…Populism dangerous for economy, investment – Analysts warn …Atiku, others capitalising on citizens’ misery …Tinubu, governors in aggressive push to read more Reform without relief: Tinubu’s 2027 bid…
South Korea’s Lee Nominates New Finance, Defense Ministers
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung announced a Cabinet reshuffle, nominating new faces for positions including finance and defense ministries.
Kim Jong UN shakes up North Korea’s military, dismisses defence minister
North Korea has shaken up its military hierarchy by removing the defense minister, a move approved by Kim Jong Un in a recent leadership meeting.
Iran supreme leader calls for unity among Muslim countries
Iran supreme leader calls for unity among Muslim countries Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Sunday called on Muslim countries in the region to unite against the United States and Israel, in a…
Drug dollar: Why illicit business persists, cartels grow despite govt’s onslaught
With a record 77,792 arrests, 14,225 convictions, and 14,847,486.34 kilograms of drugs seized in the last five years, Nigeria has read more Drug dollar: Why illicit business persists, cartels grow…
Zimbabwe declares disaster after Chivhu church crash kills 27
Zimbabwe has declared a State of Disaster after a head-on collision between a church minibus and a haulage truck near Chivhu killed 27 people and left seven others critically injured.
- Zimbabwe declares State of Disaster after fatal church crash.
- 27 people killed, 7 critically injured in Harare-Masvingo highway collision.
- President Mnangagwa activates Civil Protection Act for aid and investigation.
Wife of British man who died after turbulence sues Singapore Airlines
The wife of a British passenger who died after severe turbulence struck Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight SQ321 in May 2024 has begun legal proceedings against the carrier in Britain, seeking damages…
Hanson promises more coal, fewer renewables without detailing cost
One Nation vows to remove renewable energy zones and scrap compulsory land acquisition for VNI West at a regional Victorian rally.
THE GREAT UNRAVELLING: ANC devours itself from within as voters steadily turn their backs
Factional warfare, patronage battles and years of electoral decline have left the party on its last legs as it heads for a bruising outcome in South Africa’s municipal elections in November.
Public school students are losing spots at Asia's No.1 university
Record numbers of Hong Kong students are entering the city's publicly funded universities on international qualifications from fee-paying schools, while admissions of local exam takers have fallen…
A wife is accused of her husband's murder. Can she clear her name?
Alison Davis says she woke up to find her husband, Kevin Davis, face down in a pool of blood inside their New Haven, Indiana, home. She says he fell down the stairs.
- Alison Davis accused of murdering husband Kevin Davis on August 12, 2023.
- Kevin suffered severe head injury from falling down stairway at rented home.
- Police concluded case as accidental fall, but Alison remains accused.
Nga: Every effort under way to locate two 'red heroes' in Nepal
IPOH: The Housing and Local Government Ministry is working closely with Wisma Putra to locate two Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) personnel who remain uncontactable after flash floods in…
Amnesty calls for Dr Abu Safiya's release as he completes 600 days in Israeli detention
Amnesty calls for Dr Abu Safiya's release as he completes 600 days in Israeli detention Amnesty International has called for the release of Palestinian paediatrician Hussam Abu Safiya, who has completed 600 days in Israeli detention.
- Palestinian paediatrician Hussam Abu Safiya detained for 600 days.
- Israeli forces abducted Abu Safiya on December 27, 2024.
- Amnesty International urges his release, calling for intervention.
Fukui cities given emergency warnings for heavy rain
Land ministry officials are calling on people to stay away from rivers, irrigation canals and flooded roads.