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'Maharashtra Will Work To Empower Nomadic And Denotified Communities,' Says Deputy CM Eknath Shinde At Mumbai Conference
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday said efforts must be made to ensure that the nomadic and denotified communities are no longer identified by displacement and deprivation, but…
6 Wounded, Including a Child, in Russian Strikes on Dnipropetrovsk Region
Russian forces attacked four districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region more than 40 times on Monday, Aug. 31, injuring six people, including a seven-year-old girl.
Champagne to meet U.S. counterpart Bessent at G20 ministers’ meeting
- Finance Minister Champagne to meet Scott Bessent
- Meeting ahead of G20 finance ministers meeting
- Aim to expand Canada's trading ties
2027: Kaduna Assembly NDC candidate urges unity for Obi-Kwankwaso ticket
The Nigeria Democratic Congress candidate for the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Kawo Constituency, Yunusa Salisu, has called on party members, supporters and fellow contestants to close ranks and work together towards victory in the 2027 general elections.
D4vd Murder Case: A Timeline of the Investigation & Charges Over Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s Death
Billboard is tracking developments in the singer's criminal case for allegedly killing the 14-year-old and dismembering her body.
Vadhvan Port: Palghar To Present Draft ₹100-Crore Fishermen Welfare Package On September 8
Palghar, Maharashtra: The Palghar district administration will hold a stakeholders' meeting on September 8 to present a draft compensation and welfare package for fishermen affected by the Vadhvan…
Canada’s last captive whales set to leave Marineland for U.S. aquariums
- Last six beluga whales leaving Canada's Marineland
- Mammals bound for U.S. aquariums and a Spanish facility
- Relocation marks largest collective move of captive whales
Judge grants injunction suspending new Ontario bail payment requirements
Two groups argued Ontario’s new rules requiring a cash deposit for bail encroach on federal jurisdiction and will make it harder for people to be released as they await trial.
Otti’s Aide Lauds Gov’s Reforms Agenda, Commitment to PPP Model
Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja The Special Adviser to the Abia State Governor on Investment Promotion and Public Private Partnership (PPP), Chief Jerome Nbaonu Green-Amakwe, has praised Governor Alex Otti…
- Governor Alex Otti committed to reforms and PPP model.
- Special Adviser Jerome Nbaonu Green-Amakwe praised Otti's dedication.
- Upcoming AFRICANDO 2026 conference in Umuahia highlights economic potential.
Daily Lotto results: Monday, 31 August 2026
A R420 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 31 August 2026.
Trump tells FCC to punish journalist for calling his election results "mixed"
Trump furious at NBC's Kristen Welker for saying he had mixed results in primary endorsements.
NCP Core Committee Meets Under Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar’s Leadership To Strengthen Party Organisation
Mumbai: NCP National President and Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Ajit Pawar on Monday chaired a crucial meeting of the Nationalist Congress Party’s (NCP) Core Committee at Devgiri, her official…
Court reserves judgment on Mapisa-Nqakula’s section 174 bid
Mapisa-Nqakula's defence argues that the state has failed to bring sufficient evidence against her
Trump Iran Reports 'Not Closely Connected' to Truth on the Ground, Says Retired General
Ben Hodges, a former commanding general for the US Army in Europe, said reports from the Trump administration on the conflict with Iran 'are not very closely connected to the truth on the ground.'…
Giant Hailstones the Size of Chicken Eggs Smash Into Homes in Brazil
Hailstones the size of chicken eggs fell in southern Brazil. A powerful round of thunderstorms in Parana left them dealing with large hailstones, turning an intense weather event into a damaging…
Judge orders National Guard shooting suspect to be force-fed amid hunger strike
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused last year of fatally shooting a National Guard member and severely injuring another, has been refusing to eat for months while in government custody.
FBR Orders Officers to Reveal Foreign Citizenships, Passports and Marriages
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has ordered its officers and employees to disclose details of any foreign citizenship, passports, … Read More The post FBR Orders Officers to Reveal Foreign…
Kazhakootam-Karode stretch turns accident hotspot
Amid speeding, poor traffic controls; Spate of fatal crashes puts spotlight on inadequate road-safety measures, poor lighting and unscientific traffic arrangements along the highway
Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings pledges decisive action on climate change, galamsey and environmental degradation
The newly appointed Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Rawlings, has pledged to pursue decisive action against climate change, environmental degradation, illegal mining…
Bawumia was brainchild behind Domestic Gold Purchase Programme – Samuel Jinapor
Former Lands and Natural Resources Minister Samuel Abdulai Jinapor has rejected claims that seek to downplay the role of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the introduction of Ghana’s…
Govt moves to shield schools, national exams from looming El Niño disruption
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 31 — The government is stepping up preparations to protect learners, teachers and schools from disruptions as Kenya braces for a potentially strong El Niño weather event…
Opposition walks out as Punjab Assembly passes controversial Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill 2026
LAHORE: The Punjab Assembly on Monday passed the controversial Punjab Anti-Terrorism (Amendment) Bill, 2026, despite objections and a full walkout by opposition lawmakers.
Obi challenges Tinubu to address questions surrounding his past
Former Anambra State Governor and 2027 presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to openly address questions surrounding his…
‘Drunk’ pilot steals plane, flies into no-fly zone before crash-landing in sunflower field
The aircraft made an emergency landing in a sunflower field around four miles from the nuclear facility. The plane suffered extensive damage, but the pilot was able to escape without sustaining…
Our World Our People withdrawn due to curriculum duplication, not politics – Adutwum’s spokesperson
The spokesperson for former Education Minister Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum has rejected claims that the withdrawal of Our World Our People from Ghana’s primary school curriculum was politically motivated.
September Could Change a Lot; We Need to Work with Partners to Achieve Peace –Zelensky
Ukraine and its partners must do all they can to push Russia toward ending the war, as signals from Russia currently point in the opposite direction.
Russian nuclear-powered cruiser Admiral Nakhimov returning to service after nearly 30 years of repairs costing $2.3 billion
The heavy nuclear-powered missile cruiser Admiral Nakhimov may return to active service with the Russian Navy before the end of 2026 following nearly three decades of inactivity, repairs, and modernization. The ship is currently completing factory and sea trials, according to Russian media.
Tupac Murder Trial Closing Arguments: Accused Killer ‘Went Hunting for Mr. Shakur,’ DA Says
As the blockbuster trial over the rapper's 1996 killing wraps up, prosecutors and defense attorneys are making their final pitches to the jury.
Solomon Arase: IGP Disu pays tribute to late ex-Inspector-General of Police
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has paid tribute to the late former IGP Solomon Arase. Disu said that speaking about IGP Arase was, for him, not merely an official responsibility…
CAN remains umbrella body for Christians – NOCRELA
The Northern Christian Religious Assembly, NOCRELA, has declared that the Christian Association of Nigeria , CAN, remains the umbrella body for Christians, urging Christian organisations to work…
Court nullifies Zamfara North APC senatorial primary, orders fresh election
The Federal High Court sitting in Gusau, Zamfara State, has nullified the All Progressives Congress, APC, primary election conducted for the Zamfara North Senatorial District.
Flooding: PINL’s Pipeline Surveillance Saved Farms, Aquatic Ecosystem, Says Niger Delta Group
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Niger Delta Progressive Alliance (NDPA) has commended Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) for its effective pipeline surveillance and community…
Russian officials confiscated notes naming the torturers of political prisoner Azat Miftakhov, his lawyer alleges
Nadezhda Kravtsova, the lawyer of mathematician and Russian political prisoner Azat Miftakhov, has filed an administrative lawsuit against the “Polar Owl” Penal Colony No. 18, RusNews reports .
Ken Paxton Faces Money Crunch as James Talarico Surges
Republicans are increasingly concerned that Paxton is falling behind Talarico in fundraising in the Texas Senate race.
- Ken Paxton faces $25.8 million funding gap against James Talarico
- Talarico raised $65.9 million from 1.2 million individual donors
- Trump fundraiser failed to deliver promised financial support for Paxton
3 tornadoes confirmed in Manitoba and Saskatchewan this weekend
Three tornadoes were confirmed across Manitoba and Saskatchewan after a stormy Sunday, they are the newest twisters amid a record-breaking storm season in the Prairies, ECCC said.
Finland's Israel policy might be driven by upcoming elections, expert tells 'Post' - interview
“Basically, I think it comes down to domestic politics in Finland and the approaching elections,” Dr. Timo Stewart, senior researcher at the Finnish Institute of International Affairs, told the Post.
New IDF West Bank chief appointed in wider deal between Zamir, Katz
Maj.-Gen. Dado Bar Kalifa currently serves as the IDF Manpower Directorate chief. IDF chief Zamir had previously stated he would not make any senior appointments until 2027 due to elections.
- Maj.-Gen. Dado Bar Kalifa to lead IDF Central Command in West Bank
- Appointment part of broader deal with Defense Minister Israel Katz
- Change delayed until after January 2027 to maintain Zamir's position
Israeli navy acting to deter Turkish maritime aggression as Ankara encroaches on areas of interest
The Jerusalem Post understands that the IDF is on high alert for any new Turkish moves by sea, land, or air, including in areas near Greece, Cyprus, and Syria.
- Israeli navy deterring Turkish aggression in strategic areas.
- IDF vigilant against threats from Syria and potential Egypt-Turkey coordination.
- Israel opposes Turkey's ISF participation, viewing allegiance as religious.
'Napping' drunk driver found blocking N2 turn-off
A motorist was arrested after allegedly falling asleep behind the wheel while blocking a turn-off from Cape Town’s N2. Metro Police said 32 people were arrested for suspected drunk driving over the…
Russia asks IAEA to escort fuel convoy to Zaporizhzhia NPP, which is running on backup generators due to power line damage
The Russian nuclear operator Rosatom, which controls the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Russian-occupied Ukrainian territory, has asked the IAEA to escort a fuel convoy.
Ben Gvir storms Al-Aqsa alongside settlers and Israeli police
Ben Gvir storms Al-Aqsa alongside settlers and Israeli police Israeli security minister Itamar Ben Gvir stormed the Al-Aqsa mosque complex on Monday, accompanied by Israeli settlers and military police. Video circulated widely on social media appears to show Ben Gvir performing Jewish prayers at the site, which is among the holiest sites…
- Israeli Security Minister Ben Gvir visited Al-Aqsa mosque with settlers and police.
- Footage shows Ben Gvir praying at the site, violating the Status Quo agreement.
- Ben Gvir advocates for Jewish temple construction at Al-Aqsa.
‘Waste of money’: TTC subway safety barriers create political division
Work on a pilot project at TMU Station is underway and the steel barriers at the centre of the safety initiative are already creating division. Toronto-St. Paul’s Councillor Josh Matlow, who previously called the waist-high barriers a “waste of money” doubled down on his stance last Friday, writing on social media that “Toronto can and…
‘Flying Blind’: Trump’s Mail-In Ballot Fight Leaves Campaigns Guessing
The first states to send out mail in ballots for the midterm elections are set to start doing so this week, even as a federal legal fight raises concerns about what the Postal Service will do with…
Borno commissioner clarifies viral ‘finger’ remark, says it was not a threat to opposition
The Borno State Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation, Youth Empowerment and Sports, Comrade Saina Buba, has dismissed reports suggesting that he threatened violence against opposition politicians…
Sudan's RSF and Israel held discreet meetings over last two years: Report
Sudan's RSF and Israel held discreet meetings over last two years: Report Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 08/31/2026 - 17:39 According to an investigation, RSF delegations travelled to Tel Aviv in 2025…
NAPTIP Rescues 180 Trafficked Children, Arrests FMC Onitsha Nurse
Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued more than 180 children allegedly trafficked from five states, uncovering a network of
- NAPTIP rescues 180 trafficked children across five states
- Nurse at Onitsha FMC arrested for possessing rescued child
- FMC nurse bought child from Abuja orphanage in 2023
Rs 7.4 crore real notes replaced with fake currency at PNB vault in UP
Authorities are reeling after discovering that ₹7.4 crore in actual cash was exchanged for phony currency at a Saharanpur PNB vault.
Early voter turnout down slightly for 2 of Ontario’s 3 byelections
Figures released by Elections Ontario track the number of early ballots cast in Scarborough Southwest, Hamilton East-Stoney Creek and York-Simcoe.
2027: Opposition Parties Begin Unity Talks as Atiku, Obi, Makinde Skip Abuja Summit
Nigeria’s opposition parties on Monday opened discussions on a possible united front ahead of the 2027 general election, as leaders of six major political parties gathered in Abuja to begin laying the…
Fire near Davis and Woodland? California Yolo County residents report hazy skies and poor air quality
Smoke from the Timber and Plaskett fires near Big Sur is moving north, leaving Davis and nearby areas with hazy skies on Monday.
Exiled university prepares for new academic year, expecting influx of students from missile-battered cities
One of Ukraine's first relocated universities expects a 50% increase in enrollment as students from across the country flock westward from missile-ravaged eastern regions.
Disappeared victim of dictatorship death camp identified in Córdoba
The Argentine Forensic Anthropology Team has identified 30 bodies buried on the grounds of the La Perla detention center La entrada Disappeared victim of dictatorship death camp identified in Córdoba…
Nepal rescuers blast hillside in search of hydropower workers as families wait anxiously
Rescuers have resorted to explosives as they struggle to reach trapped workers, as the flooding death toll reaches 939.
3-alarm blaze at commercial building in Scarborough sparks structural concerns
Toronto fire said it was called to the area of McLevin Avenue and Tapscott Road just before 2 a.m. to try and suppress the flames at a commercial building.