MetMalaysia: Malaysia could see temperatures hit 40°C from January to May 2027
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 — Malaysia could experience extreme heat and dry weather from January to May next year, with...
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Australia to impose US$78m penalties on big tech that breaches ‘duty of care’ rules, says Albanese
SYDNEY, Sept 8 — Social media giants face US$78 million (RM315 million) fines if they fail to protect young users...
Nashik: ₹17.34 Crore Shri Tryambakraj Replica To Come Up On Gautami Godavari Dam Island Ahead Of Kumbh
Nashik: To boost tourism in the Trimbakeshwar area ahead of the upcoming Simhastha Mahakumbh Mela, a replica of Shri Tryambakraj, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, will be constructed on an island in the…
Gen Z should not just look for jobs, they should learn to create opportunities — Nur Yuhainis Ab Wahab
SEPTEMBER 8 — For generations, the traditional idea of success was relatively straightforward: graduate from...
Zahid proposes Malay Education Mobility Index
The proposed index will measure whether education improves a person’s social and economic mobility.
Los alumnos españoles se hunden en matemáticas y lectura en el Informe PISA y obtienen el peor resultado de su historia
La OCDE lanza la voz de alarma ante la “bajada continuada” en la prueba del mundo desarrollado, un descalabro que alcanza incluso a Japón, Corea y Estonia, los tres mejores
Bacteria from Trees in Medellin Could Help Clean the Air of that City
Air pollution in Medellin, Colombia’s second most important city, and in the Aburra Valley, where it is located, is a critical problem driven mainly by the geography of that area and emissions from…
Los resultados de matemáticas y lectura de los alumnos españoles se hunden a mínimos históricos
El informe PISA de la OCDE de 2025, el primero que evalúa el currículo de la educación tras la aprobación de la LOMLOE, obtiene sus peores resultados académicos en Lectura, Matemáticas y Ciencias, con…
UK pupils score highly in international tests despite global slump in reading
But the Pisa test scores vary significantly between England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
UAE's neutrality is important for global diplomacy, says ambassador to Germany
The UAE's emphasis on resolving conflict through diplomacy means the nation is playing an increasingly important role on the global stage, said the country’s ambassador to Germany. Ahmed Alattar was speaking to The National in Berlin before President Sheikh Mohamed’s state visit to Germany , which begins on Wednesday.
Family reported missing took children hiking to limit phone use
GERIK: Taking up mountain hiking has been a way for Trans Gerah (Trans GBB) expedition hiker Wan Ahmad Aslam Wan Zairudin to keep his two children away from excessive mobile phone use.
Mukuru homeowners move into affordable housing units as more set to take occupation
The development marks another milestone in the government’s Affordable Housing Programme, which seeks to increase access to decent and affordable homes for low- and middle-income households.
- Mukuru residents begin occupying affordable housing units.
- Affordable Housing Board expedites construction for quicker occupation.
- More beneficiaries expected to move in within three weeks.
Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi energy facilities, wound 73, authorities say
Operations at some energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, were halted on Tuesday following attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels that wounded 73 people, in what Saudi authorities…
American realtor duct-taped to seat after alleged racist outburst
An Arizona real estate broker, 67, faces assault and disorderly conduct charges after flight 618 was diverted to Baltimore.
Airport Rail Link delays continue as operator future unclear
Airport Rail Link delays have continued for a second consecutive day today, September 8, with trains between central Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi Airport running every 15 minutes as replacement buses and…
STAT+: UnitedHealth executives shower high-ranking Democrat with donations ahead of midterms
Katherine Clark, a top House Democrat, received more than $100,000 in campaign donations from people linked to UnitedHealth Group.
Russia’s Defense Ministry proposes clawing back part of contract bonuses from convicted soldiers ‘to motivate compliance with the law’
Russia’s Defense Ministry has proposed clawing back part of the federal signing bonus paid to military personnel who are convicted of crimes but are not sentenced to prison.
SZ-HK-Guangzhou cluster tops innovation index again
For the second straight year, the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou cluster retained its top spot in 2026 in the latest Global Innovation Index (GII) of the world's top 100 innovation clusters which was…
Jordan probes suspected poisoning of dozens of cats in Amman
Dubai: Jordanian security authorities have launched an investigation into the suspected poisoning of dozens of cats in an Amman neighbourhood, an incident that has triggered widespread anger and calls…
Scores wounded as Iran-backed Huthis attack Saudi Arabia in major regional escalation
Saudi-led coalition forces are vowing a resolute response to a wave of attacks from the Iran-backed Huthi militants in Yemen that wounded dozens of civilians and caused fires at energy facilities. The Huthi attacks, which are reported to have struck several Saudi towns and cities, mark a dramatic escalation in the conflict, which flared…
Harry and Meghan 'surprised' by King's letter making clear they remain non-working royals
A spokesman says they were not told in advance about the letter sent on behalf of the king, although palace sources deny this.
NIS moves London passport intervention to new venue after alleged eviction
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has moved its London passport intervention exercise to a new venue after Nigerians attending the exercise were allegedly evicted from the original location.
Manny Pacquiao returns to Philippines politics as boxing great takes on anti-poverty role
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has returned to politics in the Philippines after being appointed head of a government anti- poverty commission.
Las causas del desmoronamiento educativo en PISA: los alumnos no leen, están menos dispuestos a esforzarse y crecen con el móvil
La OCDE advierte de un aumento de la complejidad en las aulas, problemas de disciplina y una baja “perseverancia ante tareas difíciles”
Thabo Cele set to join Sundowns after Chiefs exit?
During his 18 months with Chiefs, he made a total of 36 appearances in domestic and CAF competitions.
Pegawai kanan perubatan direman berkait urusan bekal implan lutut RM1.5 juta
Penjawat awam berusia 50an itu ditahan petang semalam ketika hadir memberi keterangan di pejabat SPRM Melaka.
IHC adjourns Imaan, Hadi's sentence suspension pleas in social media posts case until Sept 23
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday adjourned the hearing of petitions seeking suspension of the sentences handed down to lawyers and rights activists Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and…
Ex-DSS DG Daura: How sycophants in Buhari’s govt betrayed him
Former Director-General of the Department of State Services, Lawal Daura, has said the late former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration suffered because some people he trusted failed to justify…
Bekas menteri direman berkait siasatan TH dibebas
Lelaki berusia 60an itu ditahan untuk bantu siasatan rasuah berhubung pajakan sebuah hotel berkaitan TH di Arab Saudi.
Should political parties’ donors be protected? Azalina says issue among those being studied
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 — If Malaysia were to have a law regulating donations to political parties, should it p...
Zahid: University autonomy must come with accountability
KUALA LUMPUR: Greater university autonomy must now be accompanied by measurable accountability for the quality of learning and graduate mobility, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.
Black Stars determined to return to AFCON after 2025 absence – GFA
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) says it is determined to ensure the Black Stars qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after missing out on the previous edition. Ghana, four-time African champions, failed to qualify for the 2025 tournament for the first time in more than two decades after finishing bottom of their […]
Infantino to seek re-election next year
FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, remains committed to standing for re-election amid renewed opposition to his candidacy after a botched plan to sell a stake in FIFA competitions to private investors…
Nearly One In Four Jan Dhan Accounts Inactive, Here's What Does The RTI Data Reveal!
New Delhi: Nearly one in every four accounts opened under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana is inactive, while more than 5.72 crore accounts have no money, according to data obtained through a Right…
CAF CL prelims: Medeama can still overturn Mazembe defeat – Nana Oduro Sarfo
Ghana Football Association Executive Council member Nana Oduro Sarfo believes Medeama SC still have every chance of reaching the next round of the CAF Champions League despite their first-leg defeat…
Antoine Semenyo could lead Man City attack to ease overload on Haaland – Maresca
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has suggested Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo could be deployed as a central striker this season to help manage the workload of star forward Erling Haaland.
Neena Gupta Recalls Senior Actor Pulling Her Out Of Frame To Get More Screen Space: 'They Have Ego Problems And Insecurities'
Veteran actress Neena Gupta opened up about an uncomfortable experience she had with an actor from her generation, recalling how the performer physically moved her out of a shot to get a better…
- Veteran actress Neena Gupta shares uncomfortable experience with senior actor.
- Actor physically moved Neena out of shot to gain more screen time.
- Neena highlights ego and insecurities among peers in entertainment industry.
MTR seeks police action over alleged mass fare evasion
The MTR on Tuesday said it filed a report to the police after an online video purportedly showed a group of people engaged in fare evasion at Tsim Sha Tsui Station.
PS Sing’Oei, Idris Elba explore opportunities for Africa’s creative economy
Elba used the discussion to highlight some of the practical challenges facing young artists and creative entrepreneurs across Africa.
#SHOWBIZ: Jacquelin Ch'ng defends herself over sharing mum's funeral video
HONG KONG: Malaysian actress Jacquelin Ch’ng broke down in tears as she spoke about her late mother, Datin Kong Yuk Chu, during her first public appearance since her passing.
Israeli PM Netanyahu under fire over Haaretz report alleging UAE warned of Oct 7 attack
Israeli opposition leaders on Tuesday called Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unfit to serve after a report that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) had warned him before the Oct 7, 2023 Hamas attack .
Why Trump’s dream of an arch is his most revealing legacy play
The Roman Emperor Titus has one. Napoleon Bonaparte ordered up the world’s most famous example. And the Duke of Wellington’s iconic version is the gateway to London’s Hyde Park.
Austerity blamed for weak business confidence
Economists say business confidence will stay low unless government reverses spending cuts…
Malaysian woman who stabbed boyfriend to death over sex demand gets 12 years
A Malaysian court has nearly doubled jail time for a woman who stabbed her boyfriend to death for demanding sex after ruling that the sentencing court had been “over-sympathetic” towards the accused.
Qatar condemns Houthi targeting of civilian, economic sites in Saudi Arabia
<p>Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar condemned the Houthi targeting of civilian and economic sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran in the fraternal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which resulted in the injury of a number of civilians, including women and children, in addition to its continued targeting of commercial ships in the Red Sea…
TP named Frost & Sullivan’s 2026 Asia-Pacific Company of the Year in Customer Experience Management Services
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 8 September 2026 - Global digital business services leader TP (ex-Teleperformance) has been named Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Asia-Pacific Company of the Year in Customer Experience Management Services, the analyst firm's top honor recognizing the market participant that exemplifies visionary innovation…
A year on, Nepal remembers 76 lives lost in protests that ousted government
Dozens of young people congregated at Nepal’s burnt-out parliament building on Tuesday to mark the anniversary of deadly anti-corruption protests that toppled the former government. The gathering in memory of those who died in the demonstrations came as the Himalayan nation continues to mourn the vast loss of life from devastating floods…
Houthis becoming more dangerous than Hezbollah, ex-US Yemen envoy warns
In carrying out maritime raids in the Red Sea, launching attacks on Saudi Arabia and collaborating with militant groups such as Al Shabab, the Houthi rebels are becoming “more dangerous” than their ally Hezbollah , the former US Deputy Special Envoy for Yemen said.
One Nation’s Warren Pickering admits to illegal drug use and says he is ‘no angel’ in extraordinary press conference
Victorian One Nation leader says his actions ‘hurt people I loved, and I will live with that forever’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Victorian One Nation leader, Warren Pickering, has admitted he “made mistakes” in his 20s, including using ecstasy…
More than half of registered visitors to Sai Kung trail fail to turn up on 1st weekend of booking system
More than half of the registered visitors to a hiking hotspot in Sai Kung failed to turn up on the first weekend of a trial booking system intended to curb overtourism and blunt ecological damage, authorities have said. Of the 3,230 people who make bookings under the real-name reservation system, only 1,560 registered and walk-in […]
Thai mothers blame Lampang rehabilitation centre over teen’s death
Two mothers have taken complaints to police and the Administrative Court after a 17 year old girl died at a state facility in April.
Latvia to ban bus service to Russia and Belarus starting January 2027
Latvian authorities plan to ban regular bus service to Russia and Belarus, including routes that transit through the country.
Thabo Cele emerges as Sundowns target after Chiefs departure
Cele mutually terminated his contract with Kaizer Chiefs on Monday night.
Russia pounds Kyiv one day after visit by Witkoff and Kushner
Kyiv — Russia pounded Ukraine’s capital Kyiv with missiles and drones on Tuesday morning, killing two people, one day after US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner visited the region in an attempt to kickstart stalled peace talks.
School guard arrested after janitor dies following knife attack
AYUTTHAYA — 8 September 2026, A 65-year-old school janitor died after being stabbed by a school security guard following an apparent altercation at a school in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya district. Police were alerted to the incident at about 12:00 at a school in Pratu Chai Subdistrict and went to the scene with rescue workers […] The post…
America is losing its war against wildfire
Wildland firefighting is increasingly facing an intractable reality: We’re stuck in a vicious cycle. A doom loop.
EACC arrests former PS Kaberia, five others over Ksh1.5B stadia tender
Former Sports Principal Secretary Ambassador Peter Kaberia is among six suspects arrested by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) over an alleged irregular Ksh1.5 billion stadia contract awarded ahead of the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN).
Nepalis mark a year since deadly protests that toppled government
Young Nepalis gather at Kathmandu's burnt-out parliament to honour those killed in the 2025 protests.
BCCI updates India U-19 Squad following Rohit Yadav's age discrepancy
Dubai: India's Under-19 side was all set for the upcoming home series against Australia. However an unforeseen controversy has left BCCI with no other option but to revise its squad for the series.
China rallies Central Asian police chiefs on terrorism threats, energy and trade
China’s top police officer has pledged deeper cooperation with his Central Asian counterparts to crack down on terrorism, separatism and extremism, while strengthening measures to protect Belt and…