Indian airline agreement with Western Sydney Airport still up in the air
Chris Minns met Air India representatives in New Delhi on Tuesday night, however no formal agreement has been reached.
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Power To The People: How The Jonathan Privatisation Gave Nigeria Light, And Why Synergy Must Not Save It
There was a time in Nigeria when darkness was not just the absence of light. It was policy. For decades, we lived with a power sector that was state-owned, state-run,
Beloved dad of 4 killed by lightning while jet-skiing
A beloved father of four died from a lightning strike while jet-skiing in Florida, according to officials and his family.
Australia news live: PM announces $600m package against drug-smuggling; Chanel Contos urges action on ‘manosphere’
Follow the day’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Drug testing to resume at NSW music festivals Drug testing will resume at New South Wales music festivals from…
CBS News Spins El-Sayed’s 9/11 Tweets Into a Manufactured Anti-Muslim Scandal
Centrist Democrats opened the door for anti-Muslim attacks on their party’s nominee in Michigan — finding common cause with right-wing bigots.
Live: Four Australians confirmed safe in Nepal-Tibet flood disaster
Four Australians have been confirmed safe after the Nepal-Tibet flood, with the number of unaccounted-for Australians revised down to 38. Follow live.
Lawmakers Push DHS to Cancel Its Shock Gloves Contract
Last week, DHS finalized its $16.7 million purchase of 6,650 pairs of electric shock gloves from the Kentucky-based company Compliant Technologies.
- DHS contracts $16.7M for 6,650 electric shock gloves.
- Lawmakers oppose contract, citing militarization and human rights concerns.
- California bans law enforcement use of electroshock devices for a decade.
Pak takes SCO chair, PM Modi slams use of terror as strategic asset
Connectivity Must Respect Territorial Integrity, Says PM
Aboriginal community still damaged, without services months after floods
Months after record flooding, the remote Aboriginal community of Nauiyu / Daly River remains significantly damaged and without services.
Why Russia’s jet-powered ‘Geran’ drones are so hard to shoot down, and what Kyiv’s falling interception rate means for the future of the war
Russian forces have changed how they strike Kyiv, launching nearly continuous waves of drone attacks throughout the day rather than only at night, as they did before.
FBI seizes over $560,000 in crypto meant to fund Hamas, disrupting a years-long fundraising network
The operation also gave authorities information about thousands of people who contacted Hamas seeking to donate money.
The plot to disrupt mail-in voting
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‘I’m really sick and tired’: Singaporean, 46, hits wall after 8 job interviews
SINGAPORE: After three months, eight interviews, and eight rejections, a 46-year-old Singaporean is beginning to wonder what it will take to get hired. The unemployed man recently took to Reddit ... This article ( ‘I’m really sick and tired’: Singaporean, 46, hits wall after 8 job interviews ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore…
Trump says Venezuelan oil could replenish depleted U.S. stockpiles. Will it?
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
- President Trump proposes using Venezuelan oil to refill U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
- Deal would give U.S. government majority stake in 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan reserves.
- Oil from Venezuela is heavier, requiring conversion before use; replenishment could take years.
Provencher Park eyed for new aquatic centre
Provencher Park may be the next site for a new aquatic centre.
- Provencher Park in St. Boniface considered for new aquatic center.
- Park currently hosts free outdoor Provencher Pool.
- Development estimated cost $18-21 million with funding approved for 2025-31.
Torre del Mar Air Show roars back this weekend with 33 aircraft and new Mirlo Formation
Torre del Mar is preparing for a weekend of roaring engines, aerial aerobatic displays and parachute jumps as its International […]
Sheinbaum’s approval rating remains unshaken at 68%
Based on her current average, Sheinbaum is set to have the highest approval rating of the last six Mexican presidents. Negative opinions among respondents about public safety are on the rise, however.
Sidra Medicine, Aman Hospital sign MoU to advance healthcare
Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, and Aman Hospital have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance healthcare collaboration for patients and families in Qatar.The MoU marks…
Evolution Nation: How public art became part of Qatar’s cultural identity
Across Qatar, art increasingly appears where people live, work and gather: along the Corniche, in parks, at cultural institutions, in neighbourhoods and across the desert landscape.
Over 70 global partners lock in for Web Summit Qatar 2027
More than 70 global partners have signed on for the fourth edition of Web Summit Qatar, organisers confirmed yesterday, as the event cements its place as the region's fastest-growing technology g...
Disability graduates give government September 15 deadline over employment
A coalition of unemployed graduates with disabilities has threatened to resume picketing after September 15 if the government fails to present a concrete plan to employ qualified persons with…
Ruto’s police reforms: What has changed since Maraga’s 2023 report?
President William Ruto’s government is facing renewed scrutiny over the pace and depth of police reforms after former Chief Justice David Maraga made public a report that officials say has already…
Italian arms dealer sentenced to 18 months in U.S. prison for supplying ammunition to Russia in violation of sanctions
On Aug. 24, a federal court in the Eastern District of New York sentenced Manfred Gruber, a 61-year-old Italian citizen and former commercial director of an Italian arms company, to 18 months in…
Abuja court bars counsel from discussing Tinubu eligibility case on social media
A Federal High Court in Abuja has warned lawyers involved in a case challenging President Bola Tinubu’s eligibility for the 2027 presidential election not to discuss the matter in the media or on…
Bombay HC Directs BMC To Audit Land Holdings For Free Housing For Sanitation Workers
Mumbai, September 1, 2026: The Bombay High Court has directed the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to thoroughly examine its land holdings and submit a detailed report on properties that can…
Sirens sound in Jordan
Sirens sound in Jordan Alarm sirens have been activated in Jordan's Mafraq and Aqaba governorates, the country's state TV reported on Tuesday, as Iran announced it had launched attacks against US…
Woman Who Exposed FBI Official for Working With Russian Oligarch Found Dead
A judge praised Allison Guerriero for her "extraordinary contributions" to counterespionage ops on behalf of the United States.
- Allison Guerriero, security researcher, found dead in Florida
- Criticized Jim Jordan, FBI, and Charles McGonigal on X
- McGonigal jailed for colluding with Russian oligarch
FBI confirms Tinubu investigated over alleged drug trafficking
The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was investigated over alleged drug-trafficking activities in the early 1990s.
Bombay HC Grants Bail To Ex-Reliance Communications Executive In Alleged ₹618 Crore Bank Fraud Case
Mumbai, September 1, 2026: The Bombay High Court has granted bail to a former senior executive of the Reliance Communications group, observing that the allegations against him were “generic” and that…
Police hunt stock thief after costly sheep slaughter in Free State
Investigators are appealing for information after missing sheep were discovered with their throats slit along a gravel road.
Australian police find meth hidden inside McMuffin breakfast sandwich
Police in Australia have charged a man after they found around 3.5 grams of methamphetamine hidden between the bacon and egg of a McDonald's McMuffin meal during a vehicle search.
Sindhudurg To Navi Mumbai Can Soon Become An Hour Away; State Offers Aiding Airlines Under UDAN To Commence Operations
Mumbai: The Maharashtra Government is pushing for direct flights between Sindhudurg and Navi Mumbai International Airport. The state is now looking to attract airlines through the Ministry of Civil Aviation's regional connectivity scheme by availing 100% viability gap funding (VGF).
Trump's USPS mail-ballot system: Whistleblower warns of errors ahead of 2026 midterms
According to the whistleblower’s claims cited by Blumenthal, USPS is preparing a system with what the senator described as an “impracticable zero percent failure rate.”
House to vote on measure condemning socialism ahead of November election
Republicans also inserted a call to pass the highly controversial voter-ID bill known as the SAVE America Act into the socialism resolution.
How Tinubu intends to end poverty – Ooni of Ife
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has said President Bola Tinubu intends to end poverty in Nigeria through his economic policies.
Abdul El-Sayed Is Winning the Polls Despite Democratic Backlash
The Democrat was up 5 points over Republican Mike Rogers in a new poll of Michigan's U.S. Senate race released on Tuesday.
- Abdul El-Sayed leads recent polls in Michigan's U.S. Senate race.
- Holds 5-point lead over Republican Mike Rogers.
- Turnout expected to be crucial in determining Senate control.
US judges reveal panic buttons, private security in chilling new reports about threats
- 57% surge in security incidents reported in 2025
- Judges hire private security, install panic buttons
- Threats cause judges to alter commuting routes
2027: Renewed Hope Ambassadors group not dissolved, says Uzodinma
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Satay by the Bay closing down from Oct. 1, 2026, new wetlands attraction to replace it
Wetlands by the Bay will open in stages from end-2028.
Israel-Greece air defence deal to be 'scaled up' with UAE as contender, sources say
Israel-Greece air defence deal to be 'scaled up' with UAE as contender, sources say Submitted by Sean Mathews on Tue, 09/01/2026 - 19:49 The UAE, which operates a range of air-defence batteries, is…
- Israel will expand air-defence system sales to Greece.
- UAE could be next buyer after Greece.
- Deal aims to help UAE develop comprehensive air defence.
No legal basis for 24-hour wait to report missing persons – Lawyer asserts amid public outcry
A private legal practitioner has challenged the Ghana Police Service over its purported practice of forcing families to wait 24 hours before filing a missing person report, declaring that the rule has…
Despite years of rain, Blue Mountains forests still haven’t recovered from the Black Summer megafires
Heavy rains after the Black Summer megafires drove rapid regrowth of plants. But these signs of recovery can hide the true story.
5 programs that show what ABC Indigenous made possible – and what we could lose if it’s axed
The ABC wants to dismantle the department behind some of its best television – and the best Australian television ever.
Thrown shoes, sabotaged launches and exposed affairs: the drama of Australian political publishing
How did our politics become so personal? Performance Politics considers 70 years of books and documentaries, from the Whitlam era to now.
Which CD terms offer the best rates and returns this September?
CD account rates will vary by lender and term. Here are the specific terms offering the best rates this September.
- 18-month CD offers highest rate at 4.35% in September
- 3-year CD provides 4.50% rate among longer-term options
- Short-term CDs (3-9 months) have lower rates but less penalties
Mexican Peso holds near 17.00 as US-Iran strikes hit Peso
The Mexican Peso erases some of its earlier gains against the US Dollar on Tuesday as the US and Iran launched successive strikes against each other, souring risk appetite and weighing on the emerging market currency. The USD/MXN trades at 16.99, virtually unchanged.
Tupac Murder Verdict, DMX Estate Battle, Dolly Parton Ruling & More Top Music Law News
In this week's Legal Beat newsletter, a Tupac conviction, a fight over DMX tapes, a ruling that cites Dolly and much more.
Saskatoon Transit bylaw in effect to promote safe, clean and welcoming system
The bylaw, passed by city council at the end of July, 'supports the experience you already expect on Saskatoon Transit,' the city said.
Muneeba backs Pakistan to rise to India challenge after Thailand win
Star batter Muneeba Ali believes Pakistan can put in a stronger performance against India after overcoming Thailand by 35 runs in the ACC Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket…
Costa del Sol horse lovers can meet rescued foals at ARCH open morning this Sunday
Horse lovers and animal fans have a lovely Sunday morning ahead, with ARCH welcoming visitors back to its Alhaurin el […]
Kenya cost of living: KNBS reveals 7 foods whose prices have soared in one year
Kenya’s cost of living remains under pressure, with the prices of several everyday foods rising sharply over the past year despite lower prices for some key staples, according to the latest data from…
- Irish potatoes prices rose 32.7% in one year
- Kale prices increased 29.8% over the past year
- Overall food prices in Kenya surged 9.0%
Zelenskyy warns ‘Russian airspace will effectively be closing’
The Ukrainian president warned airlines, insurers and foreign governments that the growing scale of Kyiv’s drone operations would make Russian airspace increasingly unsafe for aircraft.
Air pollution sickens traders at Tema station in Korle Klottey
Traders operating at the Tema Lorry Station in the Korle Klottey Municipality have raised concerns over prolonged exposure to vehicle smoke, as health and environmental authorities warn that rising…
India’s ambition will be settled in small enterprises, says SICCI president
- India's 2047 vision will be achieved through small enterprises, not boardrooms.
- Tamil Nadu aims to build a trillion-dollar economy, Andhra Pradesh targets Swarnandhra @2047.
- MSME sector crucial for industries like manufacturing, agriculture, and technology.
