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NA panel seeks payment of media workers’ outstanding dues
ISLAMABAD: Lawmakers on Thursday expressed serious concern over the persistent non-payment and delays in disbursement of salaries and other dues to media workers, directing that all outstanding payments across the industry be cleared without further delay.
#SHOWBIZ: Over 10bil YouTube views: BABYMONSTER sets fastest K-pop girl group record
SEOUL: BABYMONSTER have surpassed 10 billion cumulative views on their official YouTube channel, setting a new record for the fastest K-pop girl group to reach the milestone.
Think Rice, Think Thailand campaign brings four distinctive Thai rice choices to the UAE
The Thai Trade Center Dubai, part of the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Thailand, and the Department of Foreign Trade (DFT), has announced the continuation…
A sovereign Lebanon serves Israel and Iran alike
Were Iran and Israel to accept Lebanon’s status as a sovereign state, not only would this be a principled decision – one that is in accordance with the universal values enshrined in the UN Charter…
Future of Palestinian cause could depend on November legislative elections – if they go ahead
The three-storey, off-white stone building housing the Palestinian Central Elections Commission stands on a side street in a quiet neighbourhood of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank . The only evidence of activity on a recent afternoon was a handful of employees making their way out of the building at the end of the working day.
We should support Nepal’s cause – on the ground and in the UN
Write to us: Share your feedback on the news of the week Nepal needs help I write in reference to the article UAE sends food and power generators to Nepal to boost response to deadly floods (September 1): the recent floods in Nepal have caused immense suffering and hardship to thousands of people.
UDF petitions Ramaphosa to postpone elections over Electoral Act
UDF petitioned President Ramaphosa to postpone the November local elections, citing the Electoral Act as unconstitutional.
YOURSAY | PAS' evolution from 'lebai' to statesmen a pipe dream
'Call sounds noble, but it clashes with the party's actual track record.'
- PAS Ulama Wing calls for party evolution to statesmanship
- Current track record shows PAS remains a lebai party
- Economic performance in PAS-led states lags behind national average
Bhopal Municipal Corporation Inquiry Under Scanner Over Missing Accountability, Loss Details
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The Urban Administration and Housing Development Department (UADD) has raised questions over the Bhopal Municipal Corporation's (BMC) inquiry into an alleged scam in fountains…
MOM arrests four people for employment-related offences over ‘phantom workers’
They are alleged to have made false declarations and collected employment-related kickbacks.
- MOM arrests four individuals for employment-related offenses.
- Accused of fraudulent CPF contributions to phantom workers.
- 21 others assisting in investigation; penalties up to $20,000 fine.
Police probe viral teen fight over social media photo in Kuala Pilah
POLICE are investigating a viral fight involving three teenage girls at Dataran Melang in Kuala Pilah after a 15-year-old girl was allegedly injured during a confrontation arising from a dispute over…
- 15-year-old girl injured in dispute over social media photo
- Three teenage girls involved in the altercation at Dataran Melang
- Police investigating incident to identify all implicated individuals
Malaysian palm oil exports fell in August on weak demand from India
Shipments from the world's second-largest producer totalled 1.3 million tonnes in August, according to analysts.
Fear revisits residents of Western Ghats
The seventh draft declaring large swathes in the Western Ghats as eco-sensitive zones, based on the Kasturirangan report, was issued by the Union government on July 27, 2026, allowing 60 days to file…
Dil Chahta Hai at 25: Akshaye Khanna slapped Aamir Khan 17 times for the fight scene— 'his face was swollen and red'
Two and a half decades after Dil Chahta Hai changed what a Hindi film friendship could look like, the cast is still swapping stories about the scenes that hurt the most, literally.
(2nd LD) Presidential office says no decision reached on troop deployment to Hormuz; review ongoing
SEOUL, Sept. 4 (Yonhap) -- The presidential office said Friday no final decision...
Fireworks festival, marathon to cause congestion in Seoul this weekend
Traffic congestion is expected in central Seoul this weekend due to an international fireworks festival and a marathon, police said Friday. The Seoul International Fireworks Festival is set to take place in Yeouido on Saturday, while the YTN Seoul Tour Marathon will be held on major roads in downtown Seoul on Sunday morning.
Making Hyderabad’s vertical boom safer
The collapse of an unauthorised seven-storey structure in Gachibowli last month has left residents dealing with damaged homes, disrupted businesses and concerns over the safety of a neighbourhood that has grown rapidly upwards.
Trump commutes former Philadelphia labor leader "Johnny Doc's" prison sentence
President Trump agreed to commute the rest of former Philadelphia labor leader Johnny Doc's prison sentence, his lawyer says.
Rain possible in eastern UAE as temperatures reach 46°C
Dubai: Parts of the UAE could see rain on Friday as convective clouds develop over eastern and southern areas, while temperatures rise to as high as 46°C inland, according to the National Centre of…
Trump's Iran Strategy: Could This Become a Forever War?
The US has launched fresh attacks on military targets in Iran. It wants to prevent Tehran rebuilding its destroyed capabilities,
- US President Trump outlines potential "forever war" strategy against Iran.
- US strikes dismantle Iranian radar equipment before launching attacks.
- "Mowing the grass" approach may lead to persistent low-intensity conflict.
'Profound Inspiration For Selfless Action': PM Narendra Modi Extends Heartfelt Janmashtami Greetings, Invokes Lord Krishna's Enduring Teachings
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Janmashtami, invoking Lord Krishna’s teachings on selfless action and their enduring relevance.
Makkah Pact will provide ‘deterrence for peace’
• Ahsan Iqbal calls for ‘economic reset’ to sustain strategic achievements • Ex-foreign minister says alliance safeguards sovereignty of all three states LAHORE: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal and…
Asian shares climb ahead of US jobs data
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 1%, tracking broad gains on Wall Street.
Fishing trip turns 22-day saga of survival
What started as a 15-day maiden fishing trip for seven fishermen from Konaseema district, quickly became a nightmare after their boat’s engine failure left them drifting helplessly at sea and bringing them close encounters with giant creatures like whales. T. Appala Naidu highlights the harrowing ordeal.
Europe is under increased Russian attack. Are we seeing an undeclared war?
Recent drone and GPS jamming attacks on Germany and Romania have ratcheted up tensions between Russia and the rest of Europe.
Friend-for-hire services gain traction in Thailand
"Friend-for-hire" services have started taking off in Thailand as the country's social landscape changes with an aging population and a rise in the number of unmarried people.
Japan plans smaller funeral for Emperor Emeritus Akihito
The Imperial Household Agency is weighing a scaled-down rite inside the palace, with attendance cut to about 2,500, in line with a wish Akihito made public in 2013.
(LEAD) Presidential office says no decision reached on troop deployment to Hormuz; review ongoing
SEOUL, Sept. 4 (Yonhap) -- The presidential office said Friday no final decision...
Rohan Dennis seeks to have new judge after driving while disqualified
Former professional cyclist Rohan Dennis will apply for a new sentencing judge to hear his case after he pleaded guilty to driving while banned over the crash that killed his wife.
Verdächtiger Gegenstand: Umspannwerk in Dormagen – Polizei spricht von Sabotagedelikt
Nach den Attacken auf Umspannwerke in Nordrhein-Westfalen und Brandenburg liegt der Polizei ein Bekennerschreiben vor. Gibt es noch weitere Sabotagefälle?
Chinese tourist bitten by lion cub at Chiang Mai cafe
A Chinese tourist was bitten on the face by a lion cub at a Chiang Mai lion cafe after ignoring instructions and picking up the animal on August 28, with the cafe now disputing Chinese media reports…
Najib, son’s bankruptcy proceedings over RM1.7bil tax arrears suspended
Court of Appeal says High Court did not properly exercise its discretion in refusing the father and son's bid to suspend bankruptcy proceedings.
Dar holds conversation with OIC SG on phone
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with newly elected OIC Secretary-General Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed.
Japan, Mongolia agree to strengthen ties amid China's growing clout
ULAANBAATAR (Kyodo) -- Japanese and Mongolian foreign ministers agreed Thursday to strengthen ties and explore cooperation in security and artificial
Grenzkontrollen: An Landgrenzen gut jeder zweite Asylsuchende zurückgewiesen
An den Landgrenzen weist die Bundespolizei mehr als die Hälfte der Asylsuchenden zurück. Besonders viele unerlaubte Einreisen gab es zuletzt an der deutsch-französischen Grenze.
Indore Man Held Over Mule Account Linked To 3 States
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): The city crime branch arrested another man after his bank account was allegedly linked to 10 cyber fraud complaints involving Rs 5 lakh across several states, police said on…
Dispatch of emergency relief aid to Nepal later this week: PM
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said Pakistan would dispatch emergency relief assistance to Nepal later this week to support rescue and relief operations following the recent…
EC reaffirms commitment to fairness and transparency on 69th anniversary
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 — The Election Commission (EC), which marks its 69th anniversary today, has reaffirmed its co...
Sunken graves: In Indramayu, even death has lost its space
Tidal flooding has swallowed homes, livelihoods and parts of Eretan Wetan’s cemetery, leaving residents struggling to live, and die, with dignity.
Governor urges photojournalists to promote positive journalism
KARACHI: Sindh Governor Syed Muhammad Nihal Hashmi on Thursday urged photojournalists to use their professional skills to project a positive image of the country and promote constructive thinking in…
Maid’s 100-million-baht windfall exposes illegal firms
Police in Surat Thani have concluded their investigation into two nominee companies linked to a French businesswoman who died by suicide on Koh Samui in 2024, recommending prosecution over illegal…
Who were David Siambanes and Dawn Stone? Tampa plane crash victims identified; what we know
Pilot David Siambanes, 59, and passenger Dawn Stone, 53, died in a Hillsborough County plane crash shortly after leaving Tampa Executive Airport.
US House approves law penalising higher education institution for Israel boycotts
US House approves law penalising higher education institution for Israel boycotts The US House of Representatives approved a Republican-backed bill that would penalise universities participating in…
Third seed Auger-Aliassime suffers shock US Open exit, Swiatek, Gauff and Osaka march on
NEW YORK, Sept 4 — Third seed Felix Auger-Aliassime tumbled out of the US Open yesterday as former champions Iga S...
When a beach looks safe, but isn’t — Marziah Zahar
SEPT 4 — A beach can look peaceful.The water can sparkle under the afternoon sun. The sand can look inviting. Teen...
Testosterone maxxing is all the rage – but when it comes to fatherhood, less might be more
Becoming a father naturally drops men’s testosterone levels. And the more involved they are, the more it drops.
Judge who handed Yoon life sentence indicted for corruption
Anti-corruption investigators on Friday indicted a judge, known for sentencing former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison, over allegations he was entertained at an expensive bar in 2023. Judge Jee Kui-youn faces charges of violating the anti-graft law for allegedly making two lawyers pay for services worth 4.09 million won ($3,000)…
Lee's approval rating hits new low of 40%: poll
President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating fell to 40 percent, marking its lowest level since he took office in June last year, a poll showed Friday. In a survey conducted by Gallup Korea from Tuesday through Thursday on 1,001 people aged 18 and older, 40 percent positively assessed Lee's management of state affairs, down 2 percentage…
Experts: Nigerian Airlines Can Generate $1bn Annually from Developed West/Central African Destinations
Chinedu Eze Aviation experts are of the view that Nigerian airlines are looking at rekindling the viable air travel market across West and Central Africa, projecting that it can generate
- Nigerian airlines could generate $1bn annually in West/Central Africa.
- Air travel demand in region grew 6.4% year-on-year, outpacing global average.
- Europe is primary international destination for West/Central African travelers.
[UPDATED] Najib, son win appeal to stay bankruptcy proceedings over RM1.7b unpaid tax
PUTRAJAYA: Datuk Seri Najib Razak and his son Datuk Nazifuddin have succeeded in their appeals to stay bankruptcy proceedings brought against them over RM1.7 billion in unpaid taxes.
PAS does not need manifesto pledge on gambling ban, says Kedah MB
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 — PAS does not need to include its opposition to gambling in its election manifesto because t...
American Götterdämmerung
The Trump administration’s mounting blunders are hastening the transition to a post-American world order.
Commentary: The end of the firewall would be the end of the CDU.
The policy of exclusion has not weakened the AfD, but rather strengthened it - it has failed and can go, is what is being said more and more often these days.
I grab Burna Boy’s phone when he goes wild on Instagram Live, says mother
Bose Ogulu, mother and manager of Afrobeats star Burna Boy, has revealed that she grabs her son’s phone whenever he goes too far during his Instagram Live sessions.
Influencer boasts of 'not being jailed' after 'cracking skull' during CJP protest
Political tensions rise as opposition parties lash out at the BJP following an influencer's claims of political support. The influencer reportedly assaulted the father of a student protester at Jantar…