Free public registration to watch the Royal Barge Procession
The Royal Thai Navy is inviting the public to reserve free riverside seats to watch this year’s Royal Barge Procession along the Chao Phraya River across three key dates.
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Diphtheria: Plateau gov’t deploys medical supplies to combat disease
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has directed the immediate mobilisation of drugs and other medical commodities to health facilities handling patients affected by the diphtheria outbreak in the…
Nyashinski performance videos go live on Spotify
“There’s a lot of love for Kenyan music and Kenyan musicians, and it’s been incredibly encouraging to see young Kenyans discovering and embracing more local music on Spotify. " Nyashinski.
Home Team Academy to train officers with updated technology including virtual shooting range
The improved training facilities include a virtual shooting range and an enhanced training village.
- Home Team Academy to upgrade training with virtual shooting range.
- AI integration for personalized learning and assessments.
- 20th anniversary in 2026 with new facilities and exhibits.
Estates warned not to act as immigration police
Homeowners' associations have been warned against targeting suspected undocumented foreign workers at residential estates.
Who is Tukaram Mundhe, and why has he gone viral in India? From food safety officer to social media star
A no‑nonsense food safety crackdown in Maharashtra has turned Tukaram Mundhe, a career civil servant, into an unlikely celebrity across India.
Troops foil terrorists’ ambush, dismantle hideouts in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have foiled an ambush by suspected Boko Haram terrorists along the Buni Gari–Buratai axis in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
2027: No law says governor must serve eight years – Ex-AGF Aondoakaa
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Benue State, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, has declared that the 2027 governorship election will provide voters with an opportunity to determine…
ANC to provide update on IEC court challenge amid candidate list glitch
The ANC announced last week that it was unable to capture all its candidates on the IEC's system due to what it described as a technical glitch.
FG to transform National Library into world-class facility
The Federal Government plans to transform the long-delayed National Library of Nigeria into a world-class facility modelled after the National Library of Qatar.
Customs officer dies in C’River crash
A 54-year-old Customs officer, Mr Etteng Ise, has died in a lone motor accident along the Ikom-Calabar Highway in Cross River.
Singapore to study delinking MP allowances from ministerial salary benchmark
MP allowances will still rise to S$18,500 a month, from S$13,750, to account for inflation
- MP allowances increased to S$18,500/month from S$13,750 to account for inflation.
- NCMP allowance raised to 30% of MP's annual allowance, effective October 15.
Tanzania: Tanzania's First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Laid to Rest
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Tanzania's First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan was buried in Kizimkazi, South Unguja, on Monday, hours after his death, as political and religious leaders from across Tanzania…
- Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania's First Gentleman, buried in Kizimkazi
- Funeral attended by political leaders, religious figures from Africa
- President Samia Suluhu Hassan's husband, leaves four children, 15 grandchildren
Man pleads guilty to driving at speeds of up to 221kmh during group joyride
The prosecutor said the most egregious instance of speeding was when Jared-Kane Goh entered a lane at 89kmh to 109kmh in a 50kmh zone.
Troops intercept suspected terrorist supplies, recover cannabis in Zamfara
Troops of 1 Brigade, deployed at Forward Operating Base, FOB, Sabon-Gari, have intercepted a vehicle suspected of transporting logistics to a terrorist element in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of…
Sudan: Leaked Intelligence Sheds New Light On Sudan Military's Alleged Chlorine Weapons Programme
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The war in Sudan is facing renewed scrutiny over allegations that the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) under General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan developed and deployed chlorine-based…
Caught On Camera: Exact Moment When Blast Struck Lebanese TV Crew Moments Before Going Live
Nabatieh : A sudden explosion interrupted an Al-Manar television crew’s preparations for a report near Nabatieh in southern Lebanon on Sunday, with dramatic footage capturing the moment the blast…
More than 2,000 residents plagued by flies, foul odour from chicken farm
BANDAR BAHARU: More than 2,000 residents in five villages in Serdang here are being plagued by flies and foul odours, allegedly caused by a nearby chicken farm.
DPP Approves Charges Against Former Sports PS Kirimi Kaberia Over Sh330mn CHAN Funds
The ODPP said its decision followed an independent assessment of the evidence contained in the EACC inquiry file.
Andrew Hastie threatens One Nation with ‘costly’ fight over claims he is a ‘traitor’ to Australia
Liberal MP says One Nation is trying to unseat him because he gave evidence against Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith Andrew Hastie has threatened Pauline Hanson and One Nation strategist…
Kpone-Katamanso MUSEC summons emergency meeting over chieftaincy tension
The Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Security Council (MUSEC) has convened an emergency meeting, to deliberate on emerging chieftaincy tensions in Kpone, following attempts by three factions to install their…
Iran slams Canada over support for US-Israeli military aggression; accuses it of displaying ‘strategic confusion’
Iran launched a scathing attack on Canada, accusing it of backing US-Israeli military aggression after Ottawa condemned Tehran’s regional actions and maritime threats.
Algeria: Beyond the Fighter Jets - What Algeria's Deployment to Niger Really Signals
[African Arguments] Four Algerian Su-30 fighters touched down in Niamey on 30 August 2026, trailed by an aerial refueling aircraft.
Anwar urges younger generation to keep Tun Abdul Razak’s legacy, ideas alive in nation-building
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the younger generation not to merely reme...
Trump shares US expansion map encompassing most of North America, including Mexico, Greenland, Cuba and more
Donald Trump's AI-generated image features the US flag superimposed over Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Cuba, and other regional territories.
Sagar Spurious Liquor Tragedy: Banda SDOP Transferred In Major Administrative Reshuffle
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Following the Sagar spurious liquor tragedy that claimed 22 lives and left more than 100 people hospitalised, the Madhya Pradesh Home Department has transferred two Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs), changing their postings in Sagar and Bhopal.
Three days of wet weather on the way
A broad area of low pressure is moving over Finland, bringing rain and windy weather to most of the country.
Rapid KL denies LRT breakdown, attributes station congestion to surge in passengers
KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid KL has denied claims that its Light Rail Transit (LRT) service experienced a breakdown, clarifying that congestion at major interchange stations was caused by a surge in passenger…
Ping An Digital Bank Celebrates 6th Anniversary with Exclusive 3 Hong Kong and 3SUPREME Collaboration
Unveils Cross-Sector Rewards with Up to HK$2,600 Early Bird Savings on Designated Handset HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2026 – Ping An Digital Bank (International) Limited…
Foreign Affairs Ministry to launch Diaspora Consular Fund
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is to establish a Ghanaian Diaspora Consular Fund to finance emergency assistance for Ghanaians in distress abroad.
Prince Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals, King clarifies
The message from the King emphasises that the position agreed in 2020 when the Sussexes left the UK - the so-called Sandringham Agreement - is still in place.
Singapore ministers set for pay rise with entry-level pay up to US$1.4 million
Singapore’s ministers will receive progressive salary increases, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has announced. The entry-level ministerial salary benchmark will rise to S$1.8 million (US$1.4 million)…
Datin, 71, attacked by niece with golf club
BATU PAHAT: A 71-year-old woman was allegedly attacked by her niece with a golf club during a robbery attempt at her home in Parit Raja yesterday.
Agong berkenan teliti Laporan Ketua Audit Negara
Laporan itu dipersembahkan Ketua Audit Negara Wan Suraya Wan Radzi pada sesi menghadap di Istana Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur.
From BYD cars to DJI drones, Guangdong showcases tech prowess ahead of Apec summit
As Shenzhen gears up for November’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, the southern Chinese province in which it sits, Guangdong, is making sure its technological prowess also gains…
UK sanctions push on illegal Israeli settlements widens growing diplomatic rift
Britain is preparing to announce one of the most significant UK foreign policy interventions in Israel and the occupied West Bank, with sanctions against businesses and settlers linked to illegal Israeli settlements.
Power spin masks harsh reality of 1 300% tariff hikes and theft
Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa claimed exploitation over while Eskom lined up 8.8% tariff increase.
'Tell Him To Stop...': Stefanos Tsitsipas Shares Hilarious Taxi Driver Encounter Mocking His Bathroom Break Saga Amid US Open
Stefanos Tsitsipas has once again brought his trademark humour to the spotlight during the US Open, joking about one of the most talked-about aspects of his career: his bathroom breaks. The Greek star shared a hilarious fictional encounter with a New York taxi driver on X, turning the long-running controversy into a punchline.
Seoul honors outstanding community gardens, urban landscapes in annual awards
In a city better known for sleek skyscrapers than green canopies, Seoul celebrated a new wave of urban design this week, awarding five major landscape architecture projects and 23 neighborhood gardening groups that are bringing nature back to the capital's streets.
Lee must say no to 2nd term
Constitutional reform has come to the fore of Korean politics, as many point to the limits of the Constitution, rewritten in its current form in 1987 to allow direct presidential elections.
More than 100 foreign fugitives hiding in Korea, police data shows
More than 100 foreign nationals wanted for crimes committed overseas are believed to be hiding in Korea, prompting police to strengthen cooperation with foreign law enforcement agencies to track them…
Gulf Medical University commences 2026–27 Academic Year, advancing health education
Gulf Medical University (GMU) officially commenced the new academic year 2026–2027 on Monday, August 31, welcoming students and faculty for another year of academic growth, innovation and advancement…
Pengguna FB gagal tangguh bayaran RM300,000 kepada mufti Perlis
Mahkamah Tinggi bagaimanapun membenarkan Nawawi Abdul Razak menangguhkan permohonan maaf kepada Asri Zainul Abidin sementara menunggu keputusan rayuannya.
Mysterious Mobs Dispersing Protesters in Pejompongan
A mirror-shop owner died after being beaten by a mob that dispersed demonstrators in Pejompongan. GRIB Jaya has also been implicated.
- Mysterious men dispersed protesters in Pejompongan on August 27, 2026.
- Thirty unidentified men arrived in a truck between 9 pm and 10 pm.
- Crowd became tense as men advanced on pedestrians, causing injuries.
DCI Launches Manhunt for Man Wanted Over Alleged Motor Vehicle Import Fraud
The DCI said Shapaya is wanted pursuant to a warrant of arrest issued by the Kibera Chief Magistrates’ Court.
China’s exports pick up in August, jumping 25% on strong demand for autos and high tech goods
BANGKOK (AP) — China’s exports accelerated in August, jumping 25% from a year earlier on strong demand for autos and high-tech goods, its customs…
US sinks an Ecuadorian boat in the Pacific it alleges is tied to drug trafficking
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) — The U.S. Southern Command on Monday sank another Ecuadorian vessel that…
How Banten Is Responding to Anak Krakatau's Volcanic Ashfall
Banten residents are advised to be on disaster alert in anticipation of evacuating due to ash from Mount Anak Krakatau.
- Banten BPBD releases seven-step preparedness plan for Anak Krakatau's volcanic ashfall.
- Evacuation routes, warning signs, and sites are checked and prepared for immediate use.
- Community encouraged to prepare Disaster Alert Bags with essential items for ash protection.
PM Shehbaz condemns Houthi attacks, reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and security
Says such 'dastardly attacks' threaten innocent lives as well as regional peace and security
New proposed alcohol rules restrict beer images, alarm craft brewers
Thailand's Craft Beer Business Trade Association says draft rules under Section 32/1 could cap menu space ahead of a 9 September public hearing.
Like a Goya of Google, artist Jon Rafman fixates on the internet’s perverse pleasures
Memento Hikikomori is an intoxicating mini-retrospective of Canadian artist Jon Rafman, now on at Brisbane’s Institute of Modern Art.
Authorities urged to review minimum age for kids on mountain expeditions
Perak JBPM director Sayani Saidon says the risk of physical injury for children on challenging tracks is higher than it is for adult climbers.
Contractor fined RM20,000 after pleading guilty to using fake documents for RM5m Felda project
JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 8 — A 50-year-old contractor was fined RM20,000 by the Sessions Court here today after pleading guil...
Best farmer calls on government to prioritise local maize production over imports
The 2023 Upper West Regional best farmer, Mr Sumaila Doho, has urged the government to adopt policies that will improve Ghana’s maize production processes and make it more profitable and competitive.
Sungai Perak blue water caused by rain, minerals and changes in water flow, state assembly told
IPOH, Sept 8 — The phenomenon of Sungai Perak turning blue was caused by the interaction of several factors, inclu...
'Contractors pushed to fix QMH lifts by Q4'
Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn on Tuesday said the government is pushing contractors to fix the faulty lifts at Queen Mary Hospital's new clinical block, and she is confident the rectification work would be completed in the fourth quarter of this year.
New committee to strengthen safeguards in Islamic religious institutions after child sexual abuse case in mosque
The government is also considering widening criminal screening to more roles involving contact with children, and voluntary background checks for unregulated sectors.