Singapore’s air worst since 2019 as haze blankets region
Singapore currently ranks among the world’s 10 most polluted cities, according to IQAir, with Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta also high on the list.
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Standards set by former judicial leaders remain, says chief justice
Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh says judges must uphold the standards of discipline, trust, restraint and integrity left by four late judicial leaders.
Chinese teen booked in Jeju for eavesdropping on air traffic control
JEJU — A Chinese teenager has been booked on suspicion of using a private transceiver to illegally eavesdrop on air traffic control at an airport on the southern island of Jeju, local police said…
Korea, Turkmenistan sign 13 deals across investment, energy, security
Korea and Turkmenistan signed 13 agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs) on Tuesday, deepening bilateral cooperation across investment, energy and security.
Why do personnel appointment failures keep repeating?
In Korea, cabinet appointments have become a ritual of disappointment. Regardless of whether the government leans conservative or progressive, the public has grown accustomed to seeing one or two…
Aman strengthens Gulf cooperation on social protection
<p>Doha, Qatar: The Protection and Social Rehabilitation Centre (Aman), one of the centres affiliated with the Qatar Foundation for Social Work (QFSW), is strengthening Gulf cooperation and the exchange of expertise in social protection and rehabilitation through a visit by a centre delegation to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social…
Pune: Metro Sees 21.4% Jump In Ridership, 2.62 Lakh Passengers Travel On First Day Of Ganeshotsav
Pune: Pune Metro recorded a significant rise in passenger footfall on the first day of Ganeshotsav, with 2,62,671 passengers travelling on September 14, according to data released by the Metro administration. The figure represents a 21.40% increase over the 2,16,374 passengers recorded on the corresponding day last year.
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Malay-Muslim unity agenda should extend beyond Pas and Umno - Tuan Ibrahim
KUALA LUMPUR: Pas has called for a broader political framework involving Malay-Muslim forces beyond Umno, saying the two parties should instead serve as the “axis” of a wider unity agenda.
Qatar attends Arab Prosecutors Association meeting
<p>Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar participated in the sixth meeting of the Arab Public Prosecutors Association, held in the city of El Alamein in the Arab Republic of Egypt.</p> <p>The participation…
Woman stabbed to death never told family of marital problems
ALOR STAR: The woman who was stabbed 13 times by her husband at their home in Taman Tiram, Kulim, last night had never told her family about problems in her marriage.
Drone attack damages industrial facility in Russia's Samara region, governor says
A drone attack has damaged an industrial facility in the Russian Samara region on the Volga River, Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev said on Telegram, without naming the facility.
1,000 paid internship opportunities advertised at Ministry of Education
Successful candidates will be deployed to schools at the sub-county level. The post 1,000 paid internship opportunities advertised at Ministry of Education appeared first on KBC Digital .
‘Ganesha Cooking Biryani’ Banner Sparks Outrage In Tamil Nadu, Tirunelveli Shop Owner Arrested - VIDEO
Tirunelveli : As Ganeshotsav celebrations continue across the country, a promotional advertisement outside a biryani shop in Tamil Nadu’s Tirunelveli has sparked controversy after it featured an image…
80% drugs in Punjab now coming from BJP-ruled States: Kejriwal
The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab has faced criticism from the BJP over drug abuse in the State, with several videos on the issue going viral on social media in recent days.
Canada deports over 100 people including Indians for extortion-related crimes
The largest number of removals, 58, have come in the Pacific region, which includes Surrey, the British Columbia township which emerged as an extortion flashpoint
Indonesia rekod 1,437 titik panas, jerebu rentas sempadan merebak
Keadaan kualiti udara di Sumatera dan Kalimantan catatkan bacaan tidak sihat hingga sangat tidak sihat, malah berbahaya di kawasan tertentu.
Price of Fury: report details Iran war’s toll on US bases, weapons and more
A US government watchdog released its first report on Monday on the impact of the Iran war, acknowledging the military’s advanced weapons shortfalls and offering the first public look at the damage to…
#NSTviral: Kluang man climbs 2.5m gantry to remove dangling road sign
KLUANG: He did not wait for the authorities or for the damaged road sign to come crashing down.
Ukraine wants homegrown missiles capable of striking deep inside Russia, including Moscow, but its existing ‘Flamingos’ show how hard mass production can be
On September 11, Fire Point, Ukraine’s leading manufacturer of long-range strike weapons, said it was ready to supply the military with the FP-7 short-range ballistic missile.
UK PM Andy Burnham loses father, cancels official engagements
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has cancelled his official engagements scheduled for Monday and Tuesday following the death of his father, Roy Burnham.
Thai King, Queen welcomed in Vietnam on historic state visit
HANOI, Vietnam — The King and Queen of Thailand attended an official welcome ceremony and met with To Lam, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President of Vietnam, and his wife at…
UAE flights status: Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai delays and cancellations as Gulf tensions persist
Dubai: UAE travellers are facing another day of mixed flight operations, with multiple delays and cancellations reported at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi as…
Telangana Governor welcomes Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, seeks deeper partnership with AKDN
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V highlighted the AKDN’s work in Telangana in urban renewal, community healthcare, women-led development and employment generation
ASR district: police SI found with gunshot wound at station after messaging senior about personal troubles
The senior officer had replied asking him not to take a hasty decision and offered to speak to his family, sources say; the Armed Reserve officer is in a private hospital in Visakhapatnam
Central American nations vow deeper Qatar ties at 205th anniversary of independence
<p>Doha, Qatar: The embassies of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras in Qatar reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Qatar, with a focus on expanding trade…
Lebanon’s sanctioned oil scandal exposes links to global shadow fleet and leads to new inquiries
Dozens of shipping and legal documents have tied one of Lebanon's biggest fuel scandals to a prominent Russian-linked shadow maritime network now under western sanctions.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man during raid on West Bank
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man during raid on West Bank Israeli forces shot dead a 54-year-old Palestinian man during a dawn raid in el-Bireh in the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian Ministry…
Saudi-Houthi attacks intensify, TotalEnergies seeks Iraq-Syria pipeline stake and Widow’s Bay wins 14 Emmys
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East , fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels intensifies, with strikes reported in the kingdom and Yemen.
‘I was being polite’: prominent athlete continued texting Alan Jones after alleged assaults due to his reputation, trial hears
Witness tells court he sent Jones friendly messages after two alleged assaults because he had been generous to him Listen to the podcast Alan Jones on Trial Get our breaking news email , free app or…
Security forces neutralise terrorists, recover weapons in Kebbi
Security forces have neutralised several suspected terrorists and recovered firearms, ammunition, motorcycles and other items during a joint clearance operation in Gumki Forest, Kangiwa, Arewa Local…
UNESCO Korea holds workshop for 9 countries under education aid program
The Korean National Commission for UNESCO (KNCU) is holding a three-day workshop through Thursday at UNESCO House in Myeong-dong, central Seoul, bringing together field workers from nine countries…
Seoul picks 6 sites for new growth hubs
Seoul is moving to reshape its urban landscape around multiple centers, selecting six sites for projects intended to bring jobs, housing, commerce and culture closer to residents.
Marine Corps hosts event marking 76th anniversary of Incheon Landing Operation
The Marine Corps on Tuesday hosted an event commemorating the 76th anniversary of an amphibious landing operation carried out by South Korean and U.S.
Sybiha on sanctions against Usmanov, Fridman: Europe risks playing Russia's game
The inner circle of the Russian leadership and those who facilitate Russian aggression must remain on the sanctions list, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha has stated, commenting on…
Catholic Bishops pressure gov’t to sign long-delayed mission schools agreement
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference is putting pressure on the government to conclude and sign the long-discussed agreement between the state and Churches on the management of mission schools.
Orihuela Awards Beach-Cleaning Contract After Summer of Posidonia Complaints
The €80,520 service has been approved near the end of the permitted removal season as the council launches a public awareness programme highlighting the plant’s environmental importance Orihuela City…
Jean Nassif swears during Icac evidence and declares ‘no one can make me shut up’
Fugitive property developer beams in from Beirut bedroom to declare ‘I’m not corrupt’ and waves handwritten notes at counsel assisting Peggy Dwyer Follow our Australia news live blog for latest…
AGC: Diesel subsidy cuts not subject to judicial review
THE Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) has opposed an application by two individuals seeking leave for a judicial review of the government’s decision to withdraw and target diesel subsidies in…
“Speedy granny” back on Bangkok roads during rush hour
BANGKOK — 14 September 2026, A local Facebook page has shared photos and a story about a “speedy granny” once again taking her electric three-wheeled vehicle onto the road, prompting renewed concerns…
Political Collapse And Seizure Of All Territory: Estonian Foreign Ministry Names Russia’s Main Goal In Ukraine
Estonian Foreign Ministry Chancellor Jonatan Vseviov stated that the broader goal Russia seeks to achieve in Ukraine is political collapse and the subsequent seizure of its territory.
Two taxi owners shot and killed in Doornfontein
The victims, aged 56 and 69, were found with multiple gunshot wounds inside a seven-seater vehicle
Rs 7 extra for water bottle, shopkeeper pays Rs 7L
- Devotee paid Rs 25 for Rs 18 water bottle at Andhra Pradesh temple
- Shop licensee fined Rs 7 lakh for overcharging devotee
- Commission ordered Rs 10,000 welfare fund and Rs 5,000 litigation costs
Muhyiddin trial: Lawyer accuses MACC officer of ‘intimidation’ over police report
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 — Former prime minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s lawyer Datuk Amer Hamzah Arshad tod...
When parties bungle lists, voters lose choice before ballots
Internal democracy is not a luxury, but the first test of whether a political party understands accountability to voters.
Western Cape matric exams: 71,300 candidates, 485 centres ready
More than 71,000 Western Cape matric candidates have entered the final month of preparation before the 2026 National Senior Certificate exams begin on 13 October.
Eastern Province Divisional Secretariats recognized for outstanding performance
The “Mehewara Pasasum” programme to recognise Divisional Secretariats in the Eastern Province that demonstrated the highest level of performance in 2025 was held recently at the Swami Vipulananda…
University students launch ‘student list’ to shake up Serbia’s elections
Serbia’s university students formally entered the election race on Monday, 14 September, challenging President Aleksandar Vučić and his ruling party ahead of the 25 October early parliamentary vote.
TCN announces blackout in three states
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has announced a power outage in parts of Kogi, Edo and Ondo States. TCN, in a statement on Monday, said the outage is due to its annual maintenance at the…
Police receive two reports over Negeri Sembilan MB’s alleged forced signing of royal document
SEREMBAN, Sept 15 — Police have received two reports concerning the Proclamation document alleged...
EPFO widens member outreach through WhatsApp channel
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation has opened an official WhatsApp channel to distribute verified updates and service information to members, adding another digital route for communicating…
SJC completes 12,136 transactions through Virtual Employee service
The Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) has completed 12,136 electronic transactions through its “Virtual Employee” service on WhatsApp since launching the platform, as part of the council’s continued…
Man sentenced for 'callous' New Year one-punch attack at shopping centre
Jairlan Victor Bruce Simpson punched another man before searching his pockets as he lay unconscious in an "appalling" New Year's Day attack.
Students of Rahmaniya Maha Vidyalaya Eravur visit Presidential Secretariat and President’s House
A group of students from Rahmaniya Maha Vidyalaya, Eravur, Batticaloa visited the Presidential Secretariat and President’s House on Monday (14) afternoon .
Government Terminates Portuguese Firm’s Proposal to Build Thuci Dam
The government has terminated a privately initiated proposal by Portugal-based company Elevolution Engenharia, S.A. to finance, design, construct, operate and transfer the proposed Thuci Dam Project.
- Kenyan government terminates Elevolution Engenharia’s Thuci Dam proposal.
- Due diligence and outstanding issues halted project efforts.
- Government committed to project’s development through new procurement route.
PIOC PROPOSALS FOR THE PROPOSED MEETING OF DISTRICT BOARDS 10 AND 11
The Orihuela councillor responsible for the coast had scheduled September 14, 2026, as the new date for a meeting of Orihuela Costa’s District Boards 10 and 11.
Why Peter Bruce's Criticism of the Cape Union Mart Boycott Falls Short
Ziyad Motala argues that Peter Bruce misstates the Cape Union Mart court case and conflates Philip Krawitz’s Jewish identity with his public affiliations to Israel and Zionist organisations.