UAE Search and Rescue Team continues relief operations in flood-hit Nepal
UAE Search and Rescue Team continues relief operations in Nepal’s Rasuwa
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Africa: Thirsty beside the river of abundance
For the past few days, Africa has been celebrating its size. On September 4, the United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly backed the “Correct the Map” initiative, encouraging governments…
Black Starlets coach invites 29 for 2026 WAFU U-17 preparations
Twenty-nine players have been handed call-ups to begin preparations for Ghana’s participation in the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship, following an extensive talent identification and screening…
‘Covered in bites’: Pests and extreme heat worsen health risks for Hong Kong’s homeless – NGO
Hong Kong’s homeless population faces escalating health risks as rising temperatures lead to worsening pest infestations and leave individuals on the street more vulnerable to heatstroke, a local NGO has said.
Lee to co-chair French summit on cinema, announce investment initiative
Korean President Lee Jae Myung was set to co-chair a global summit on the future of cinema in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France, on Monday, and announce a large-scale investment initiative for the global cinema sector.
Seoul partners with Musinsa for customizable city-branded T-shirts
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Jakarta airport extends closure after volcano eruption
JAKARTA — Jakarta's main airport and three others delayed reopening on Monday after halting operations due to a volcanic eruption and leaving hundreds of thousands stranded. Mount Anak Krakatau, about 150 kilometres (90 miles) from Indonesia's capital, erupted on Saturday, spewing a fountain of lava and a plume of volcanic ash.
PCB launches internal disciplinary inquiry amid reports about Imam, Rizwan
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Sweden’s election race tightens as Liberals make parliament threshold
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I can’t explain shock Real Madrid loss at Betis –Mourinho
José Mourinho said he couldn’t explain Real Madrid’s 1-0 defeat at Real Betis on Friday, in the coach’s first loss since returning to LaLiga.
In Uba Sani, Gani Lives On—Fawehinmi-Biobaku
Governor Uba Sani has lived up to the late Chief Gani Fawehinmi’s advice, by executing projects and carrying out programmes that are benefitting the masses of Kaduna State.
Hayama in Japan's Kanagawa Pref. tops residential satisfaction survey again
YOKOHAMA -- The town of Hayama in eastern Japan's Kanagawa Prefecture has been ranked the most desirable place to continue living in the Tokyo metropo
- Hayama topped residential satisfaction survey for 6th consecutive year
- Ranked first among municipalities in Tokyo metropolitan area in 2026 survey
- Residents cited natural surroundings, friendly people, and quiet lifestyle as key factors
Weija Dam Spillage to Resume September 9
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Harry Potter lands at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi: What’s confirmed, from Diagon Alley to Hogwarts
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Driver who severed pedestrian's body to serve original 11-year jail term as court dismisses appeals
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Singapore man rapes daughter, then gives himself up after spotting her at neighbourhood police centre
SINGAPORE, Sept 7 — A 15‑year‑old girl ran to a neighbourhood police centre after her father raped her while he wa...
FMI condemns violent clashes between Okuapeman, Mount Sinai SHS students
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Nigerian comedian and MC, Jolomi Rapheal Oluwafemi, popularly known as Rapindady, has accused content creator Mr Remote of ignoring him after he gained fame. Rapindady made the accusation in a video from his latest interview shared on social media.
Saudi, German FMs sign strategic dialogue MoU, discuss Strait of Hormuz
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Chinese competition threatens 300,000 European manufacturing jobs
European Union manufacturing could lose around 300,000 jobs by the end of the year due to growing competition from China, The Guardian reported on September 6, citing the trade association Eurometal.
Governance summit confronts municipal failures
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Q&A: What does the far-right state election win mean for Germany’s energy transition?
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The Curriculum Needs A Sustainable School Culture
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Man remanded for 3 days in Felda land sale probe
He is the second person to be remanded today, after a former Felda general manager, as part of investigations into alleged abuse of power.
Some Nepal villages so devastated, you’d think they never existed, says Malaysian relief volunteer
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African youth reject neocolonialism and demand reparations
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U-20 WWC: Benin hold Mexico, Tanzania fall to Brazil
Benin produced a spirited comeback to earn a 2-2 draw against Mexico in their opening match at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup (WWL), while Tanzania were beaten 4-1 by Brazil in Bielsko-Biala.
Jindal Stainless Joins Hands With Japan’s JFE Steel, Eyes Major Push in Ferritic Stainless Steel Manufacturing
New Delhi: Jindal Stainless on Monday said it has entered into a pact with Japan's JFE Steel Corporation to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities for selected ferritic stainless steel grades.
Father arrested over daughter’s death in Kibra
A 47-year-old father is in police custody after allegedly defiling and brutally assaulting his nine-year-old daughter, who later succumbed to her injuries in Kibra, Nairobi.
100 municipalities sign ethics pact, but now comes the hard part
Municipalities must now move beyond formally adopting the code and develop implementation plans
Delhi's Satya Niketan PG Building Collapse: Deputy Commissioner, Engineers Among 5 MCD Officials Suspended
New Delhi: In the aftermath of the building collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan, which has claimed the lives of at least seven people, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has suspended five officials from its South Zone with immediate effect, including the Deputy Commissioner.
'6 Saal Jail Bhi Seekh Nahi Paaya': Sanjay Dutt Refuses To Speak In Marathi At Mumbai Event, Leaves Minister Pratap Sarnaik Laughing—VIDEO
Actor Sanjay Dutt recently turned a request to speak in Marathi at a Mumbai event into a light-hearted moment, using a reference to his time in Yerwada Jail to explain why he could not address the gathering in the language.
Experts: Peace no closer after US special envoys' Moscow visit
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Kyiv on Sunday after talks with Vladimir Putin in Moscow, but experts see little prospect of progress toward ending the war.
Romualdez, Marcos' cousin, faces ₱7.4b plunder case: Why the filing puts one of Philippines’ most powerful politicians under unprecedented legal pressure
MANILA: The Philippine Ombudsman has filed a ₱7.4 billion ($117.9 million) plunder case against former House Speaker and incumbent Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez.
Sleepy drug courier caught after dozing off at car wash
KALASIN — 7 September 2026, suspected drug courier was arrested after he reportedly fell asleep inside his car while it was being washed at a car wash in central Kalasin, leading police to seize…
Saudi FM holds separate talks with Bahrain, UK counterparts on regional crisis, de-escalation
RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received separate phone calls on Sunday from his Bahraini counterpart and British Foreign Secretary to discuss the ongoing regional crisis and…
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Polis masih buru 10 lagi suspek termasuk tujuh disyaki dalam kes pergaduhan maut di Taman Alam Megah.
Weather tracker: Typhoon Saudel causes mass evacuations in south-east China
Torrential rain causes widespread damage; while north-west South Africa hit by thunderstorms and central-southern US faces oppressive heat Typhoon Saudel brought days of torrential rain to the…
My legacy will be appreciated when I leave office as GFA president – Kurt Okraku
Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Kurt Okraku believes the full impact of his contribution to Ghana football will only be appreciated after he leaves office. Okraku made the remarks in response to criticism that has accompanied his tenure, insisting that the true measure of his administration will be its long-term contribution to…
Far-right AfD's victory in German state election sends shudders through Europe
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) surged to victory in a German state election on Sunday, initial results showed, putting a far-right party within reach of power for the first time since the Second World War and sparking alarm across Europe.
HKMA launches consultation in decarbonisation push
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) launched on Monday a public consultation on the next phase of development of the Hong Kong Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance as the city moves to expand…
Ghana Water Ltd to resume Weija Dam spillage from September 9
Ghana Water Ltd (GWL) has announced plans to resume spillage at the Weija Dam from Wednesday, September 9, 2026, following a rise in the dam’s water level.
Chief supports 800 children with Laptops, Cash and Learning Materials
Nana Osei Kofi, Chief of Sabin Akrofrom in the Atwima Kwanwoma District of the Ashanti Region, has donated learning materials, laptops, food and cash to about 800 children, including less privileged…
My journey from running mate to former Vice President is by God’s divine will – Bawumia
Former Vice President of the Republic, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has called on Ghanaians to remain tolerant and submissive to the will of Allah, citing the changing nature of power and life.
Homeschooling advocates push for clearer legal recognition in Kenya
“So, their standards, their education milestones that should be met at different ages. And so part of how the government can support homeschooling, and that's what the Presidential Working Party said…
Security czar Omar García Harfuch helms Mexico’s 180-degree turn with the DEA
Broken during López Obrador’s era, the relationship with the US agency has entered a new phase of collaboration under Claudia Sheinbaum’s government
Man stabbed to death after fight outside Kirinyaga bar
A 28-year-old man was stabbed to death following a fight with another man shortly after leaving a bar at Kiangombe Trading Centre in Kirinyaga County.
Penang mufti cautions against hijab styles leaving ears, neck exposed
THE trend of wearing the hijab in ways that leave the ears and neck exposed is worrying, as it could create confusion over the actual requirements of covering aurat, Penang Mufti Prof Madya Datuk Dr…
Pope Hopes Ongoing Talks In Russia And Ukraine Will Lead To A Result
Pope Leo XIV expressed hope that recent days' talks in Russia and Ukraine, mediated by US special envoys, would lead to a result. He wrote this on X on Sunday, September 6, UATV English reports.
Umno leaves PH out of 2026 general assembly guest list
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno has not invited Pakatan Harapan to its 2026 general assembly, which will be held from Sept 9 to 12.
Chachoengsao bus accident leaves 24 injured after canal plunge
A bus carrying Myanmar migrant workers flipped into Lam Wai Ling canal in Bang Pakong district early on September 7, injuring dozens as police investigate the cause.
Adamawa Govt, NEPC Train Farmers on Safe Farming, Export Standards
The Adamawa State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting farmers and improving the quality of agricultural produce in the state as part of efforts to boost productivity and expand…
Seoul expands guided night walks through historic districts
Under the glow of neon signs and high-rise buildings, Asia’s late-night economies are usually associated with bustling night markets, rooftop bars and late-night shopping centers. Now, Seoul is taking a more historical approach aimed at keeping tourists on their feet past dusk: guided midnight walks along ancient fortress walls and…
Police seek arrest warrant for ex-ruling party lawmaker over corruption allegations
Police on Monday filed for an arrest warrant for independent Rep. Kim Byung-kee, formerly of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK), over corruption allegations involving his son after a yearlong investigation, officials said.
Nighttime splashes draw nearly 600,000 to Seoul's Han River parks this summer
Seoul’s Han River parks drew nearly 600,000 visitors to six public swimming and splash facilities this summer, as longer hours and nighttime entertainment turned the riverfront into a destination well…
Kebbe attack: Sokoto govt declares war on terrorists
The Sokoto State Government has declared a total war against terrorists and other criminals following the deadly attack on communities in Kebbe Local Government Area.
RM10,000 and a detour via Surabaya: Malaysian family stranded in Indonesia scrambles to get home after ash cloud cancels flights
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 7 — A Malaysian family stranded in Jakarta after their flight home was cancelled has been force...
Will Latin America embrace guerrilla geopolitics?
Latin America, in particular, should consider how to leverage its many strengths to remedy its relatively weak position on the global stage.