Indonesia closes 9 national parks temporarily following forest fires; prioritises firefighting in 6 provinces
Indonesia is battling fires in Kalimantan and Sumatra, with some areas in Borneo remaining blanketed by “hazardous” levels of haze.
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Maratha Reservation: Manoj Jarange-Patil Refuses Medical Check-Up On Day 4 Of Hunger Strike In Jalna; Govt Delegation To Meet Him Today
Jalna: Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange-Patil, who has been on an indefinite hunger strike since August 29 at Antarwali Sarati in Jalna district, refused a medical examination on Monday…
No changes to Perak Opposition seating despite Bersatu fallout, says Speaker
IPOH, Sept 1 — The Perak State Assembly has not received any formal request to alter the Opposition’s seatin...
Body of unidentified man found at dumping site in Kisumu
Police in Kisumu launched investigations after the body of an unidentified middle-aged man was discovered at a dumping site near Royal Swiss Hotel in Mamboleo.
EPL: ‘No team can challenge them’ – Thierry Henry names title favourites
Arsenal legend, Thierry Henry has maintained that no club is posing any challenge to the north London side’s title defence this season.
Pleasure For Password? Govt Warns Of Porn Apps On Instagram, Facebook Ads Hijacking Phones & Stealing Bank Details
Meta took down dozens of Facebook and Instagram ads after India flagged a pattern of these ads using sexually explicit or porn content to lure users into downloading malicious Android apps capable of…
Mathaf and VCUarts Qatar launch Fanoon, a new public lecture series and university
<p>Doha, Qatar: Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, in collaboration with Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Qatar (VCUarts Qatar), presents Fanoon (Arabic for ‘arts’), a new public lecture series and university seminar bringing internationally renowned artists into dialogue with audiences and students in Doha.</p>…
Belia perlu berani keluar cari peluang tapi jangan lupa tempat asal, kata Zahid
Timbalan perdana menteri berkata anak muda desa juga perlu bersedia ceburi bidang bernilai tinggi seperti teknologi, semikonduktor, tenaga hijau, automasi dan ekonomi digital.
TSC re-advertises 1,631 promotion slots for teachers
Teachers Service Commission has re-advertised 1,631 promotional positions for serving teachers, giving educators another chance to compete.
CRA issues guidelines for escalating unresolved telecom, postal complaints
<p> </p> <p>Doha, Qatar: The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) yesterday updated guidelines clarifying how consumers can seek official intervention for unresolved postal and telecommunications…
‘I cannot fight for myself’ – Shallipopi reveals why he stopped speaking on Dapper case
Nigerian singer, Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has said he can no longer speak publicly about his dispute with his former manager, Damilola Akinwumi, also known as Dapper, while the…
GEMS Education to invest Dh2 billion, add 20,000 UAE school seats, set new academic priorities
GEMS Education is entering the new academic year and is determined to focus on connections, artificial intelligence, future readiness and academic standards.
Relief as Australian missing in Nepal-Tibet floods found alive
One of 43 unaccounted for Australians has been located in Tibet, Dfat says Australians missing in the Nepal floods: what we know so far An Australian believed to be missing after floods ravaged the…
Kpebu vows to publish full petition if case against OSP is thrown out
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has vowed to publish the full contents of his petition against Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng if the case is dismissed.
Temerloh crash: Police identify four victims, including family of three
KUANTAN: Police have identified the four people, including a married couple and their four-year-old son, who were killed in an 11-vehicle crash at Km110.3 of the East Coast Expressway (Eastbound) near…
Japan bear project aims to show coexistence, not culling, can prevent attacks
As a sensor sounded, scientist Akiko Takii hurried to a bear trap deep in the forests of Nagano in Japan, where rising nationwide attacks have brought fear and resulted in the culling of thousands of…
Agrobank allocates RM10mil financing for over 2,000 TVET graduates
SERDANG: Bank Pertanian Malaysia Bhd (Agrobank) has allocated RM10 million for a financing scheme offering up to RM5,000 each to more than 2,000 technical and vocational education and training (TVET)…
EPL: Michael Owen, Martin Keown names Arsenal player Arteta should drop against Chelsea
Former England stars, Michael Owen and Martin Keown have asked Mikel Arteta to drop Arsenal’s new signing, Christos Tzolis against Chelsea on Sunday.
Central Regional Minister inspects projects in Assin South
Ekow Panyin Okyere Eduamoah, Central Regional Minister, has inspected ongoing and completed development projects in the Assin South District of the Central Region.
Sabah sports urged to scale back outdoor activities as API worsens
KOTA KINABALU: Sports associations, academies, clubs, coaches and programme organisers have been urged to adjust outdoor training and activities according to current air pollutant index (API) readings…
MWC26 Doha to be held in November
<p>Doha, Qatar: Qatar will host two major global events this November.</p> <p>The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), in partnership with the GSMA, will organise the second…
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1650: Ukraine isolates 2,500 Russian troops on port-controlling spit
Meanwhile, a fired Ukrainian minister is pitching US investors on building a drone army in exchange for Patriot missiles.
More than 1,000 dead from catastrophic Nepal-China floods
- Over 1,000 fatalities reported in Nepal and China floods
- 987 deaths recorded in Nepal, 3,916 missing including 583 foreigners
- 16 fatalities confirmed in China, disaster triggered by glacial collapse
IndiGo, SpiceJet Shares Fall After ATF Prices Rise 5.46% For Second Consecutive Month
Shares of major domestic airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet declined on Tuesday after another increase in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices raised concerns over higher operating expenses for carriers.
You Don't Have Failover Until You've Killed a Server on Purpose
Every architecture diagram I have ever seen promises resilience. Redundant instances, a standby database, traffic that "automatically fails over" if a zone goes down.
Gulf War Prompts Pakistanis to Pull Property Investments Out of Dubai
The Gulf war has curbed the outflow of black money from Pakistan to Dubai, while funds already invested are returning … Read More The post Gulf War Prompts Pakistanis to Pull Property Investments Out…
Poland pivots to home-grown defence production as it builds Europe’s biggest army
Warsaw seeks to reduce reliance on far-flung suppliers and strengthen domestic production of drones, ammunition and other weapons.
Suami isteri ditahan bersama dadah RM3.56 juta
Ini merupakan rampasan bunga ganja pertama di Sabah.
Indonesia Moves to Curb Drug Patent 'Evergreening': What to Know
Indonesia's Constitutional Court has revived limits on drug patent claims. Here's what the ruling means for generic medicines and access to treatment.
- Indonesia's Constitutional Court reinstates provision to curb drug patent evergreening.
- Practice extends patent protection without significant innovation.
- Patient advocacy groups welcome ruling for more affordable and accessible medicines.
South Australian Labor government ‘implores’ Albanese government to legislate telehealth for VAD care
The prime minister has made it clear he is not in favour of allowing telehealth to be used, regardless of the Labor national conference decision in favour of it.
Two terrorists killed in joint police, CTD operation in Lakki Marwat
One of the slain terrorists was wanted by Bannu CTD in cases involving murder, terrorism, and bomb blasts
Iran accuses EU of 'surrendering its sovereignty' by backing US sanctions
Iran accuses EU of 'surrendering its sovereignty' by backing US sanctions Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said that the European Union's stance of siding with the US is an indication of its…
- EU accused of sacrificing sovereignty to US sanctions.
- Iran's spokesperson calls EU stance a display of moral decay.
- EU backing US sanctions violates international law.
Colton Cowser saves Orioles with incredible catch to preserve 2-1 victory over Rockies
- Colton Cowser makes incredible leaping catch to prevent Rockies' game-winning homer
- Cade Povich pitches five solid innings despite 98-minute rain delay
- Orioles secure four consecutive wins, six of seven games, first .500 record since April 30
Royal recruits give UDM major boost in Eastern Cape
UDM secured high-profile recruits from Amampondo and AbaThembu royal houses as Prince Mlimandlela Ndamase volunteered.
Ministry of Water Announces Internship Opportunities for Young Graduates
The Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation has announced internship opportunities for young graduates under the Horn of Africa Groundwater for Resilience Project (HoAGW4RP).
I’ll beat NDC for third time through my development record in Karaga – Amin Adam
Former Finance Minister and Karaga MP, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has vowed to intensify development projects in his constituency, saying the NDC should expect fierce competition if it continues to replicate his initiatives.
North Korea-US summit could happen at any time, Seoul spy agency says
SEOUL, Sept 1 — A summit between the United States and North Korea appears possible “at any time” as s...
South Korea Spy Agency Sees Chances of Trump-Kim Summit Any Time
South Korea’s intelligence agency sees signs that the US and North Korea may be moving toward renewed dialogue and assesses that a summit between President Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un could take…
Victims of 2001 fire in Tokyo’s Kabukicho remembered
Bereaved loved ones paid their respects at the site of the early-morning fire that claimed 44 lives 25 years ago.
Vance reaches out to Jewish Republicans in Vegas speech
Vice President Vance on Monday offered an olive branch to Jewish Republicans who have grown wary of his views toward Israel. During a closed-door appearance before the Republican Jewish Coalition at the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas, Vance called Israel "extremely important to America's national security" and condemned rising antisemitism.
Mogotsi back in court as alleged escape plot report looms
The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court is expected to hear further evidence on Tuesday in Brown Mogotsi’s bail application, including a Correctional Services report on an alleged escape plot while he was in custody.
The lame duck’s swan song: Why Trump’s final two years in office could be his most chaotic period yet
In January, Trump will officially become a “lame duck” — a president serving out the second half of his term without the possibility of seeking reelection.
Number Of Dead From Russian Ballistic Attack In Kyiv Rises To Eight
The number of people killed as a result of the Russian ballistic attack on Kyiv overnight into September 1 has risen to eight, with five more injured, including three children.
Senior Daesh leader Abu Hudhayfah al-Ansari killed in Yemen joint operation
Yemen’s State Security Agency says Daesh leader Abu Hudhayfah al-Ansari was killed in a joint operation with coalition special forces and Yemeni counterterrorism units.
Cold comfort
Reykjavik wants the market without the politics. So do Europe’s wealthiest hold-outs, and Britain, above all, ought to be paying attention. So Iceland will not be joining the European Union anytime soon. Voters on the North Atlantic island decided against resuming accession talks at the weekend, talks which have been on hold since 2013.
More freedom, more order: The integration of migrants works better in countries where newcomers face fewer restrictions
The number of migrants worldwide has reached 300 million, and despite growing anti-immigration sentiment and the rise to power of leaders promising to halt the influx of newcomers, neither the United States nor Europe has managed to significantly reduce their numbers.
KASNEB announces December 2026 exam dates as registration deadline nears
The Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB) has announced the dates for its December 2026 examinations, giving candidates less than two months to complete registration…
- KASNEB announces December 2026 exam dates on September 1, 2026
- Exams cover Business Data Analytics, Financial Modelling, and FAQ
- Registration deadline is October 30, 2026
TSC readvertises more than 1,600 jobs; here’s how to apply
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has readvertised more than 1,600 teaching and administrative positions across the country.
Can jurists be appointed as Supreme Court Judges? | Explained
What does the constitutional provision stipulate? What has limited the use of the provision? How have legal academics contributed to the development of law?
Water restrictions continue into second day as most Israeli desalination plants shut down again
In areas experiencing localized supply problems, the scope of water use will be reduced as needed, while the Water Authority's operations center addresses individual disruptions.
- Water restrictions continue in Israel for second day
- Most desalination plants shut down due to turbidity
- Water usage limits for landscaping and agriculture
Nearly three million Israeli students begin school year with AI, financial education at center
Israel’s 2026-2027 school year opens Tuesday with new programs focusing on student resilience and belonging, financial literacy, and artificial intelligence.
Five missing Japanese nationals highlighted in top envoy’s dialogue with Nepal
The Japanese government has decided to provide blankets, tents and other relief goods, and is considering dispatching a disaster relief team.
Single-window system for Ganesh mandals in Belagavi
The facility will be open for the mandals between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Il Piemonte aumenta le risorse per il sistema degli Its, al via 61 corsi
La dotazione per il 2026-29 sale da 42 a 48 milioni - Nell’ecosistema della formazione tecnica qualificata ci sono anche i corsi di Formazione tecnica superiore che durano un anno e sono rivolti anche…
Cities sweltering and the smell of the middle ages: has the climate crisis killed Instagram’s Euro summer? | Brigid Delaney
Who dreams of having a Euro summer now when staying in an ancient, uncooled building in the Old Town is like trying to sleep in a wood-fired pizza oven? This week the Euro summer comes to an end – and so does a certain type of posting on Instagram.
(LEAD) Defense ministry seeks 8.2 pct budget increase for 2027 amid OPCON transition, forces reform push
SEOUL, Sept. 1 (Yonhap) -- The defense ministry said Tuesday it has proposed an ...
EFCC sacks 40 staff members over corruption
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Monday, disclosed that more than 40 of its personnel have been dismissed in the past two and a half years. The commission revealed that they were sacked over their involvement in alleged corruption and financial malfeasance that could tarnish the image of the agency.