WATCH: Taxi crushed by fallen tree as severe storms put SA on high alert
The storms could also complicate Saturday's decisive Springbok-All Blacks clash at FNB Stadium.
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130 suspected hoodlums arrested in Lagos raid
The Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency, LNSA, has arrested at least 130 suspected hoodlums during an early morning security operation across Victoria Island, Lekki-Ajah and sections of the…
Russia rejects ceasefire initiative as fighting continues along front
Fighting continues along the front despite Ukraine’s initiative for a ceasefire from Sept. 5-9, the Ukrainian military’s Main Communications Directorate told Ukrainska Pravda on Sept. 5.
KTR warns Congress against seeking KCR’s resignation, recalls 2006 episode
BRS working president challenges Rahul Gandhi to visit Telangana with ‘Chatron ki Ghoonj’ programme
WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE results, scores of 8,295 candidates cancelled or withheld over exam malpractice
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. This was announced in a press release from WAEC on Friday, 4th September 2026.
Ukraine war: how escalating attacks are upending lives in Kyiv
Commuters stranded; children rushed underground in the middle of the school day; festivals cancelled; walks punctuated by booming air defences.
Pete Hegseth Trolls Canada Again Despite Mark Carney Warning
A terse response to a Coast Guard Pride post adds to diplomatic friction as Washington and Ottawa remain divided over trade talks.
- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth posted Canadian Coast Guard Pride message on X.
- Carney criticized American officials for using memes and mockery during the dispute.
Penang CM defends move by housing board, says enforcement is last resort
PENANG Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has defended the move by the state housing board to seal off five units of the Taman Manggis transit community housing scheme on Thursday.
Police charge sheet says building management at fault for Gul Plaza inferno
KARACHI: Police on Saturday submitted a charge sheet before the South judicial magistrate on the Gul Plaza fire, blaming the building management’s “negligence”. The deadly inferno , which erupted on the night of January 17 at the mall and took nearly two days to be fully extinguished , had claimed at least 73 lives and left over 1,100…
Pemuda PKR bidas PAS jadi ‘jurucakap’ Umno
Ketua Penerangan Pemuda PKR Danish Hairudin mempersoalkan sama ada PAS kini merasakan parti itu 'lebih besar' daripada Umno sehingga boleh bercakap bagi pihak Umno.
Russian President Vladimir Putin orders a 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told Russia’s Tass news agency Saturday.
Expert Downplays US Envoys’ Diplomatic Mission
Daniel Hamilton, president of the Transatlantic Leadership Network, has expressed that the upcoming visit by US peace envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Kyiv and Moscow is unlikely to produce a…
Africa bigger, US smaller: UN adopts new map
The new map, known as the Equal Earth cartographic projection, improves "the accuracy of the cartographic representation of the world," the resolution said.
Who is Melissa Payne? Florida woman who shot and killed army vet won't face charges; watch video of encounter
Melissa Payne the Florida woman who shot and killed army vet Bart DiGuglielmo in June will not face charges, as per the Broward county state attorney’s office.
Guerrilla drone attack kills 2 in Colombia
President Abelardo de la Espriella blames the National Liberation Army for the attack, in which at least 20 drones loaded with explosives were used.
BJP MP attacks Congress over low women representation in state cabinets
Trivedi questioned Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge’s silence over the absence of women ministers in Congress-ruled states
Kafe Secangkir closes its doors after owner's tragic death
KUANTAN: Kafe Secangkir in Sungai Karang Darat here, which was run by the late Nur Atiqah Sofiya Mohd Kazwan, closed its doors yesterday and will be handed over to a new tenant.
Leftist insurgents are storming the midterms – just don’t call them all democratic socialists
Progressive candidates navigate their ties to the DSA as the group faces historic growth and mounting pressure Days before he won the Democratic primary for US Senate in Michigan, insurgent newcomer…
Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in eight states until 6pm
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in eight states until 6pm today.
Police investigating 'shameful' racist online comments about Nepal-Tibet disaster, Air India: SM Shanmugam
"These people should be unmasked and dealt with, rather than be allowed to hide behind online anonymity," says Senior Minister K Shanmugam.
Convicted CEO who fled LA for Germany is now one of FBI's most wanted fraudsters
Bernhard Fritsch launched an internet music business and partied with celebs before being found guilty of wire fraud.
- Convicted fraudster Bernhard Fritsch fled LA to Germany after prison sentence.
- Misrepresented deals with Disney, misappropriated $7.3M from investors.
- FBI added Fritsch to Most Wanted Fraudsters list despite German extradition law.
The FBI Finally Emailed Field Agents—12 Minutes Before Flight 11 Hit the Tower
The FBI later said that Bureau headquarters hoped other agencies would take action.
- FBI emailed Minneapolis office 12 minutes before Flight 11 hit tower
- Report on Moussaoui's radical beliefs and extremist connections sent to FAA
- Deportation plans finalized, but no specific threat assessment indicated
US Threatened by New 'Epicenter of Global Terrorism' 25 Years After 9/11
Affiliates of Al-Qaeda and ISIS are "becoming more entrenched and further expanding within the Sahel and beyond," an expert warns.
- 25th anniversary of 9/11 prompts global terrorism concern
- Sahel region in Africa becomes new epicenter of global terrorism
- Al-Qaeda and ISIS-linked groups in Sahel threaten U.S. homeland
Portion Of Ground Outside Multi-Storey Residential Building Caves In Amid Heavy Rain In Bhopal; Parked Cars Sink | VIDEO
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): A major safety scare was reported at residential Danish Kunj area in Kolar, after a portion of the ground outside the eight-storey Amraveli residential complex reportedly…
South African tourist waits 3 hours to pay parking fine in Pattaya
A South African tourist and his girlfriend spent over three hours unable to find any Pattaya City Hall official on duty to accept his 500-baht fine, according to a Facebook post.
Party, State leaders attend new school year opening ceremonies
On the morning of September 5, Party and State leaders attended opening ceremonies for the 2026-2027 school year across the country.
Engine flames from Sydney-bound Qantas flight forces plane to be diverted
The Sydney-bound Boeing aircraft left the alpine ski town of Queenstown in New Zealand just before 3:30pm before it had to be diverted to Christchurch.
Delhi Metro Warns Content Creators Against Shooting Reels On Train Windows After Multiple Videos Go Viral - WATCH
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has warned social media content creators against filming videos by placing mobile phones on the windows of moving Metro trains, saying such acts could cause…
Germany To Help Ukraine With Intelligence And Drones After Russian Attack In Leipzig
Germany's government plans to increase military support for Ukraine after Berlin recognized Russia's involvement in the drone incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport that occurred in early August.
Rivers waste management agency begins compulsory profiling of scrap dealers, scavengers
The Rivers State Waste Management Agency, RIWAMA, has commenced compulsory profiling of scrap dealers, waste recyclers, refurbishers and PET bottle scavengers operating across the state as part of…
Inaugural Global Education Summit explores AI, future talent and changing pathways
More than 2,000 policymakers, educators and parents from around the world gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday for the inaugural Global Education Summit, which focused on regional talent development…
Melaka eyes RM2,500 basic salary for workers
MELAKA: The Melaka government will study a proposal to make the state one of the earliest in Malaysia to set a basic salary of between RM2,500 and RM2,800 before submitting its recommendation to the…
ECI bars former Velachery MLA Aassan Maulaana from contesting elections for three years
The EC’s order said, Mr. Maulaana failed to lodge a true and correct account of his election expenses within the time and in the manner required under the Representation of the People Act
People of the Book | On the treatment of ancient, religious texts
The debates over what the Manusmriti or the Quran says about the roles ascribed to women could lead to different paths
Bangkok teen uses sound healing to help peers build resilience
A 17-year-old Bangkok student is using sound, music and mindfulness to help young people build confidence and cope with the pressures of school and everyday life.
Japan's Takaichi to Address U.N. General Assembly on Sept. 22
New York, Sept. 5 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to deliver an address at the U.N. General Assembly on Sept. 22, earlier than the previously planned Sept.
Air defense downs 128 of 167 Russian drones, impacts recorded at 23 locations
In the early hours of Saturday, the Defense Forces of Ukraine neutralized 128 Russian targets; however, impacts were recorded at 23 locations, according to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of…
Odisha watchman bitten by krait, cycles to hospital with snake in bag; critical
An Odisha watchman cycled to hospital with a venomous common krait in a polythene bag after it bit him, before his condition deteriorated.
China artists quit S.Korea art show after organisers let ‘Taiwan’ be used in name of exhibition
Chinese artists withdrew from a major South Korean art show after organisers allowed “Taiwan” to be used in the name of an exhibition, officials said Thursday, as China issued a rebuke. The Gwangju Biennale, one of Asia’s largest contemporary art events, is due to open Saturday, with its Pavilion Project bringing together artists from…
CAF CL prelims: The game is played on the pitch – TP Mazembe chief ahead of Medeama clash
TP Mazembe Communications Chief Jantis Mutombo says the Congolese giants are fully prepared for their CAF Champions League preliminary-round first-leg clash against Medeama SC, insisting that his side will not be overwhelmed by the Mauve and Yellow’s home advantage.
Three arrested after drugs seized and alleged R1,000 bribe attempt in Hendrina, Mpumalanga
Three suspects have been arrested in Hendrina for alleged drug dealing, bribery and being undocumented, with police recovering suspected drugs, smoking pipes and cash during an operation.
Counterfeit Springboks merchandise worth R1.5m seized in Johannesburg CBD
More than R1.5 million worth of counterfeit sports merchandise and manufacturing equipment was seized from a Johannesburg CBD storage facility ahead of the Springboks’ upcoming clash against New Zealand.
Pune Police Book JW Marriott & Sheraton Grand Over Delayed Foreign Guest Information
Pune: Pune Police have registered cases against two five-star hotels, JW Marriott Hotel Pune and Sheraton Grand Pune, for allegedly failing to provide timely information about foreign nationals…
Peter Obi dropped money in Ekiti – Lere Olayinka dismisses ‘I don’t give shishi’ claims
Lere Olayinka, an aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi does not…
Yemen government appeals to support 'thousands' of people displaced by renewed war
“Thousands” of civilians have been displaced by a sharp rise in fighting between government forces and Houthi rebels in Yemen 's Taiz and Hodeidah, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour said on…
Local Government Ministry to support MMDAs to deliver gov’t agenda
Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, says the Ministry is fully prepared to support all 261 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) and…
Philippines sets sights on next generation passport rollout in 2028
Dubai: The Philippines is targeting June 2028 for the indicative launch of its next-generation passport, as the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) seeks ₱35.173 billion for its 2027 budget.
AFU carrying out defense tasks according to plan, ceasefire cannot be unilateral – General Staff
The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to carry out designated tasks to defend Ukraine according to plan, and a unilateral ceasefire is impossible due to the danger to the lives and health of…
Explosions heard near Iran's Kharg Island in Gulf, origin unknown, Fars news says
DUBAI: Explosions were heard on Saturday near Iran’s Kharg Island in the Gulf , a key oil terminal, but their origin was unknown, the semi-official Fars news agency reported. The state-affiliated Nournews said there were unconfirmed reports from local sources that an Iranian tanker had been targeted near Kharg by a missile fired by US…
Fake Springbok and other merchandise worth R1.5m seized in Joburg ahead of All Blacks clash
The raid netted embossing machines, silkscreen plates, counterfeit labels and other equipment believed to be used in the production of fake goods.
Slovakia summons Russian ambassador after Russian strike on Kyiv
Slovakia condemned a Russian strike on Kyiv that hit an SBU building near its embassy’s consular section and summoned Russia’s ambassador for an explanation, Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár said on Sept. 5.
Husband appeals for justice after pregnant wife dies in Mae Hong Son
During burial rites for his wife and unborn child, a man video-called a children's foundation days after a Mae Hong Son hospital sent her home when induction failed to dilate her cervix. The story Husband appeals for justice after pregnant wife dies in Mae Hong Son as seen on Thaiger News .
Passport collection counters to remain open on Saturdays for 2 months
Passport delivery counters will now be open on Saturdays from 8am to 4pm for the next two months, according to a public notice issued by the Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGIP).
Municipal collapse is rarely ideological. It is a contractual immaturity.
Municipalities that can't pay Eskom didn't fail in July. They failed earlier — in the council chamber. The new LGCSI index explains why.
At least five killed in Sudan’s South Kordofan in attack by rebel group
At least five people, including a child, have been killed and several others injured after a Sudanese rebel group attacked residential areas in the South Kordofan province, according to a medical…
How Flexible Talent is Supporting the Gulf’s Hospitality and Events Boom
The Gulf’s events and hospitality sectors are expanding at a pace few regions can match, and much of that growth is being carried on the backs of a workforce that barely existed in its current form a…
NPS orders politicians to give 3-14 days’ notice for rallies
IG Kanja said the service would strictly enforce the Public Order Act and deal with individuals found engaging in violence, incitement or disrupting lawful political gatherings.
- NPS mandates 3-14 day notice for politicians' rallies.
- Inspector-General emphasizes Public Order Act enforcement.
- Violations face firm action, police promise impartiality.
MACC detains company owner for allegedly soliciting RM30,000 to secure defence‑sector financing
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 5 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Kuala Lumpur has arrested an owner of a con...
Delivery rider's compassion turns RM14.50 meal into wave of public generosity
A ROUTINE food delivery recently turned into a heartwarming viral moment, capturing the empathy of social media users across the country. In a TikTok video posted by rider @abangpov98, he is seen delivering a RM14.50 order to an elderly customer who ...
- Compassionate rider returns RM9.50 as charitable contribution
- Rider leaves message: "Today it’s your turn, tomorrow or the day after, it could be mine"
- Public generosity follows, with donations from Malaysians