North Korea vows nuclear‑armed navy as US‑Japan‑South Korea drills begin
SEOUL, Sept 7 — Leader Kim Jong Un vowed to build North Korea’s navy into a nuclear-armed force, state media...
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3 re-arrested for alleged sedition after marking anniversary of 2019 Prince Edward police storming
Police have re-arrested three people on suspicion of sedition, after previously apprehending them outside Prince Edward station on the anniversary of a 2019 incident when police stormed MTR trains on the platform.
Man found dead in Langkawi rented room
Police say Khairol Iqmal Rohidin was uncontactable for three days before his landlord found him motionless in his rented room in Padang Matsirat.
Australia has a housing shortage. So why are Bathla and other home builders collapsing?
Until we do more to tackle the causes of high construction company insolvencies, we’ll keep seeing more headlines about builders going bust.
DA backs Vanara’s appointment but declares IDAC ‘too compromised’ to fight corruption
He will serve as Acting Head of IDAC until a permanent appointment is made, following Advocate Andrea Johnson's resignation.
UAE traffic alert: E311 delays hit Sharjah-Dubai commuters
Dubai: Motorists travelling between Sharjah and Dubai are facing heavy delays this morning, according to real-time traffic data from Google Maps, with congestion reported on Emirates Road (E311).
Singapore Red Cross to distribute air purifiers, care packs to vulnerable groups amid haze and heat
SRC said 700 people will benefit from the first tranche of support.
- Singapore Red Cross to distribute air purifiers and care packs
- 700 vulnerable people to receive assistance, including 200 seniors
- Public encouraged to donate with 250% tax deduction eligible
Kenya Warns Foreigners: Visa-Free Entry Does Not Allow You to Work or Trade
The clarification follows President William Ruto’s recent directive on foreign traders and comes amid increased scrutiny of foreigners operating in Kenya’s retail and local trade sectors.
Tour guide, agencies' licences revoked for misconduct
The Travel Industry Authority (TIA) on Monday said it had revoked the operating licences of two travel agencies and one tour guide over forced shopping — marking the second such similar enforcement…
Kochi Metro’s Pink Line stations to showcase Keralam’s cultural heritage
Each of the 11 stations on the Kakkanad extension will feature a distinct theme rooted in the State’s art and traditions.
Madhya Pradesh September 7, 2026, Weather Updates: Rewa, Satna and Nearby Districts Likely To Receive Heavy Rain; Two Gates Of Kaliyasot Dam Opened
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Two monsoon systems are currently active over the upper parts of Madhya Pradesh, leading to a forecast of heavy rainfall in several parts of the state over the next four days.
Jakarta and three other airports extend shutdown to 7pm after Anak Krakatau eruption disrupts travel
JAKARTA, Sept 7 — Jakarta’s main airport and three others delayed reopening today after halting operations d...
National farmers’ group cleans house, shuts nine subsidiaries as scrutiny grows over Malaysian farm support
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 7 — As Malaysia’s paddy farmers grapple with delays in subsidised fertiliser supplies, on...
Jerebu: Darurat di Serian tamat
Penamatan itu dapat perkenan Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim selepas bacaan IPU tidak lagi berada di paras bahaya.
Clashes claim 2 lives in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested seven suspects in connection with the criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance and culpable homicide that occurred in Dass Local Government Area on 4th…
Prabowo-Putin payoff: can bond between Indonesian, Russian leaders translate to gains?
The rapport between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, was evident when the two met during the 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok last…
Increased funding boosts road maintenance – FERMA
The Federal Road Maintenance Agency has said increased funding under the President Bola Tinubu-led administration has enabled it to intensify the rehabilitation and maintenance of federal roads across…
Philippines’ Teodoro says China could exploit cuts in US-South Korean exercises
US President Donald Trump’s decision to scale back military exercises with South Korea has raised concerns over US deterrence in Asia and whether China could see it as weakening US resolve.
Gov Sule’s ‘no bandit’ remark sparks reactions in Sokoto
The recent remark by Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, that he drove from Sokoto metropolis to Silame without encountering a single bandit has continued to generate reactions in Sokoto State…
"We should have won": Michael Carrick addresses Manchester United's draw against Everton
Dubai: Just when things were starting to look promising for Manchester United, a dramatic final ten minutes at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool changed the course of the game.
Ambassador Sergio Gor Meets Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla In Bengaluru, Hails Expanding India-US Partnership In Space, AI, Trade And Defence | Watch
Bengaluru: US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor met IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station, on Sunday, stating that his voyage…
Salman Khan’s blunt advice to Isha Rikhi on Bigg Boss 20 after Badshah breakup: ‘Other party has moved on’
Weeks after news broke of her separation from singer Badshah, actor Isha Rikhi is stepping into a new chapter, this time inside Salman Khan' s Bigg Boss house.
ANC demands proof that Tshwane mayor is not corrupt
The ANC has reported Nasiphi Moya to the Public Protector,
Osaka Customs reports record seizures over trademark, copyright violations
OSAKA -- Osaka Customs on Sept. 4 reported 6,546 import seizures involving goods found to infringe intellectual property rights, including trademark a
Luxembourg Deputy PM Xavier Bettel Arrives In India For Three-Day Visit To Meet EAM S Jaishankar And Strengthen Bilateral Ties | Watch
New Delhi: As India and Europe continue to deepen their partnership, Xavier Bettel, the Deputy Prime Mnister and Foreign Minister of Luxembourg, arrived in India for an official visit.
Rawalpindi police to face terror cases if any under-trial prisoner escapes: CPO
RAWALPINDI: Police have decided to register cases under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) against responsible officials if an under-trial prisoner escapes from police custody.
DPK leader calls for stronger security capabilities, says 'freeze-first' approach to NK nukes possible
The leader of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) on Monday called for strengthening South Korea's independent security capabilities, citing the possibility of a shift toward a "freeze-first"…
[COVER STORY] Bang Si-hyuk case reaches prosecutors. What's next for HYBE chairman?
The police file on HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk arrived at the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors' Office last week with a precise number attached: 263.1 billion won ($190 million) in what…
Penile filler found in lungs of deceased British-Nigerian influencer Ego
A London inquest heard the British-Nigerian influencer collapsed hours after a hyaluronic acid injection at a clinic in Thailand.
Civil servant loses over RM150,000 to social media 'lover'
RAUB: A civil servant lost RM151,967 after falling victim to a love scam involving a suspect posing as a project manager based in Türkiye.
Telling a young child they are ‘smart’ seems like a good idea. New research shows how it could encourage them to cheat
A study found 5-year-olds were more likely to cheat on a task after researchers told they were smart.
Woman alleges financial, sexual exploitation by Facebook friend in Rawalpindi
RAWALPINDI: After befriending a young man on Facebook, a working woman was allegedly promised marriage but was instead subjected to three years of financial exploitation and sexual assault.
Pobre economía de la vida cotidiana
Más de 2,2 millones de niños, niñas y adolescentes que van a la escuela están en riesgo de pobreza o exclusión, pero las ayudas al comedor solo llegan a 981.000
It is the end of Iran's Islamic Republic as we know it
It is the end of Iran's Islamic Republic as we know it newspress_en Mon, 09/07/2026 - 04:43 Opinion Even if Iran's regime hangs on for a period of time, the Islamic Republic is already breathing its…
Four men posing as police allegedly seek money from ice cream vendor
PHETCHABURI – 6 September 2026, An ice cream vendor in Phetchaburi has filed a police report after a group of men allegedly claiming to be police officers repeatedly visited her home and shop asking…
Anak Krakatau eruption forces SIA to cancel 19 Singapore-Jakarta flights; Scoot axes 12
SINGAPORE, Sept 7 — Singapore Airlines (SIA) cancelled 19 flights between Singapore and Jakarta scheduled for yest...
Johor to close schools if API exceeds 200 threshold
BATU PAHAT: Johor will close schools if the Air Pollutant Index (API) reading exceeds 200, making it the second state after Selangor to adopt the threshold amid worsening air quality.
Malaysia needs to master its own technology - PM Anwar
MALAYSIA needs to transform into a country that creates, owns and masters technology, as it is now at a crucial point of development, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
- Malaysia aims to become self-reliant in technology, as stated by PM Anwar.
- Science education should foster critical thinking and experimentation.
- Anwar emphasized need for sustained talent development in rural and low-income areas.
Multiple Dead in New Delhi Building Collapse
Several people are dead after a multi-storey building collapsed in New Delhi. Rescue crews worked through the night, searching through the rubble for people who may still be trapped.
Storm team, mountain guides ready to assist in search for 6 missing hikers
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan Fire and Rescue Department is ready to deploy its Special Tactical Operation and Rescue Malaysia (Storm) team and mountain guides if needed in the search and rescue (SAR)…
'Govt focused on making HK a global philanthropic hub'
The government is fully dedicated to shaping Hong Kong as global hub for philanthropy, according to Chief Secretary Eric Chan.
ACE recovers Rs45 million from Gujranwala district jail ex-superintendent
GUJRAT/ OKARA: The Anti Corruption Establishment (ACE) claimed on Sunday to have recovered a sum of Rs45 million from a former superintendent of Gujranwala District Jail and in a separate action in…
Amisi breaks silence over claims he has quit Linda Mwananchi
People’s Renaissance Movement (PM) party leader Caleb Amisi has denied claims that he quit Linda Mwananchi to form a new political outfit, saying he founded the movement to bring fresh faces into…
- Caleb Amisi denies quitting Linda Mwananchi, refuting allegations.
- Founded party to introduce new faces, bridge generational gap.
- Honors Raila Odinga's permission to start Kenya Moja, values generational leadership.
Los exjefes de Plus Ultra corroborarán ante el juez su versión sobre la participación de Zapatero en el rescate
El expresidente y el ex consejero delegado de la aerolínea declaran en la Audiencia Nacional después de que apuntaran por escrito contra el exmandatario, aunque reconocen que no saben en quién influyó
Stolen, sold, diverted: How legal guns become South Africa’s murder weapons
Twenty-two legally owned guns are reported lost or stolen in SA every day.
Indonesia Extends Volcano Airport Closures
Indonesia extended airport closures and halted free school meals in some areas as ash from Mount Anak Krakatau continued to disrupt activities. (Source: Bloomberg)
166,000 Passengers Affected as Anak Krakatau Eruption Shuts Soekarno-Hatta
Anak Krakatau's eruption forced Soekarno-Hatta to close temporarily, affecting 1,039 flights and disrupting travel for 166,351 passengers.
One week, eight big gaffes
The 2027 general and presidential election campaign season kicked off in earnest last week, not with great elocution, thoughtful programs, mouth-watering campaign promises or slam-dunk observations…
- Borno State Youth Commissioner threatened to cut off finger of officials' pointers, apologized
- Yobe State APC Chairman suggested married women divorce husbands preventing them from voting APC
At least 5 killed in Amazon Prime Air cargo plane crash in Miami
CHICAGO: At least five people died when an Amazon Prime Air cargo flight overran a runway and crashed while landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday, local officials said.
Indonesia Says Anak Krakatau's 25-Hour Continuous Eruption Has Ended
Indonesia's Geological Agency says that Anak Krakatau's 25-hour continuous eruption has ended, but the volcano remains on alert.
Datti Baba-Ahmed: Obi, Atiku, Others Can’t Improve Nigeria
Recalls warning ex-Anambra gov against leaving LP for ADC Atiku: Tinubu subsidises friends, IOCs, won’t do same for poor Nigerians Chuks Okocha and Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja A vocal member of the…
- Datti Baba-Ahmed says Obi, Atiku, others can't improve Nigeria
- Baba-Ahmed warned Obi against joining ADC in 2023
- Obi left ADC four months after Baba-Ahmed's warning
China is not scared of Trump’s squeeze on Iran
China is not scared of Trump’s squeeze on Iran newspress_en Mon, 09/07/2026 - 04:20 Politics There is a fatal flaw in the Trump administration’s recently announced “economic D-Day” against Iran.
- China receives 90% of Iran's oil imports through shadow fleets.
- Chinese foreign ministry labels US sanctions as "illegal."
- China warns of retaliation if US targets its companies.
Five dead after Amazon cargo plane crashes at Miami airport
An Amazon Air cargo plane overshot the runway while attempting to land at Miami International Airport, killing five people and seriously injuring five more. The Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft crashed…
MQM-P terms new administrative units ‘destiny of Pakistan’
HYDERABAD: Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has reiterated its stance that new administrative units will become the ‘destiny of Pakistan’, where such restructuring has now been inevitable to make external successes, achieved last year, sustainable.
Singapore Red Cross steps up heat and haze support with air purifiers, support packs
The first tranche of expanded support is expected to reach 700 people across Singapore.
Martin Odegaard praises Arsenal's fighting spirit after comeback win against Chelsea
Arsenal showed the resilience of champions as they came from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 at Emirates Stadium and maintain their perfect start to the Premier League season. Mikel Arteta’s side were stunned after only 77 seconds when Morgan Rogers opened the scoring for Chelsea, reacting quickest after Reece James’ free-kick confused the…
Report: Turkish spy chief makes secretive visit to Greece amid rising tensions with Israel
Report: Turkish spy chief makes secretive visit to Greece amid rising tensions with Israel Turkey’s intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin made a secret visit to Athens last week for talks with his Greek counterpart, Greek and Turkish media have reported.
Country's leadership pays tribute to PAF martyrs on Air Force Day
Air chief says martyrs' sacrifices place 'profound responsibility' on present generation as PM, president laud force