Women should not have to prove how much they can endure
During my years in humanitarian and development work, I learned that strength rarely reveals itself through grand gestures.
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I Saw a Man in the Car Boot
By Olusegun Adeniyi In my column of 17 March 2021, ‘Kidnappings Incorporated!’, I argued that abduction for ransom in Nigeria is no longer a crime of desperation but an industry,
- Reporter witnessed suspected kidnapping attempt in Nigeria.
- Boy on roof and another hanging from car during pursuit.
- Police skeptical but later agreed to investigate incident.
FG plans call centre to resolve power complaints
The Federal Government is planning to establish a national call centre for electricity consumers to lodge complaints and report vandalism for quick resolut Read More…
215 Niger Delta youths get grants after skills training
Oil firm, Renaissance Africa Energy Limited, has awarded grants to 215 youths in the Niger Delta to enable them start and grow various businesses.
Protecting our whistleblowers
THE decision in Norhaida binti Ramli v Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan & 2 Ors (High Court, Kuala Lumpur) is significant because it gives practical meaning to a principle that is often stated…
Virgo Transport 8 Ship Owner Must Remove Wreck, Basarnas Says
Basarnas involves the Virgo Transport 8 owner in removing the wreck, aiming to find victims believed to remain inside the vessel.
- Indonesian law requires ship owners to remove vessel wreckage obstructing navigation.
- KM Virgo Transport 8 capsized in Java Sea on September 13, 2026.
- Basarnas aims to expedite removal process to rescue victims.
Japan’s Takaichi set to signal policy continuity in cabinet reshuffle
The prime minister is likely to retain Satsuki Katayama as finance minister, a move that will ensure continuity in Japan's exchange-rate policy.
S. Korean Catholic Church voices 'deep concerns' over abortion bill plan
SEOUL, Sept. 17 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean Catholic Church has expressed "deep...
S’Court confirms Gombe SDP chair
The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by Shehu Gabam, affirming Prof Sadiq Gombe as the National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
APCOM opens nominations for grassroots impact awards
The Association of Practitioners of Community Media in Nigeria has launched the APCOM Grassroots Impact Awards 2026, a national initiative to identify, recognise, document and amplify individuals…
Father and Son Investigated as 5 Women Appear Dead in Photos, Video: Police
Police identified 58 people in more than 1 million digital files recovered from the home in the “complex” investigation.
Patriots, terrorists and succour for terror
Thursday 17th September, 2026 The police have been grappling with a chronic manpower shortage, but they have not allowed it to stand in the way of investigating Opposition politicians.
SIS officer arrested soon after allegation made in court
Easter Sunday probe: Ranjan Senaratne Bandara, Officer-in-Charge of the ‘Q’ Division of the State Intelligence Service (SIS), has been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigations into the…
BRICS upholds inclusive growth; re-affirms South-South cooperation
A principal highlight of the recently concluded BRICS 2026 summit in New Delhi was the grouping’s unambiguous championing of the empowerment of ordinary people everywhere.
- BRICS summit in New Delhi prioritizes inclusive growth and South-South cooperation
- Summit reaffirms Non-Aligned Movement principles and UN-centric world order
- India leads democracies in BRICS, could balance influence of authoritarian states
Analysis: When wildfires become a diplomatic problem
Indonesia’s recurring wildfires have once again spiraled into a crisis that reaches far beyond its forests and peatlands.
He fought first for a MyKad, then for his people
Paulus Balan’s journey from a remote Sarawak village to becoming an advocate for his community spans education, identity and decades of determination.
Criticising governments is easy, taking over much harder
Balancing short-term political survival with long-term institutional reform requires extraordinary wisdom.
Melaka polls to test PH’s strength, ties with BN, says analyst
THE coming Melaka state election will be a test not only of who controls the 28 seats in the state assembly, but also of how well Pakatan Harapan (PH) can manage its increasingly complicated…
- Melaka state election tests PH's resilience and BN relationship.
- PH must balance governing with maintaining identity, reform agenda.
- Election timing aligns with Umno's push to regain stronger mandate.
Is Australia’s ‘voracious’ illicit drug use behind organised crime violence? It’s complicated
The escalation of organised crime violence could be due to a multitude of reasons – including illicit drug consumption.
- Illicit drug use in Australia has risen to 17.9% of the population.
- Ecstasy use dropped 74%, but amphetamine-related offences increased 14%.
- Methamphetamine consumption reached a ten-year high.
New laws on mining objections 'hacking at safety net'
Proposed laws in Queensland would restrict who can object to a mine and give politicians greater control over whether objections are heard in court.
New transatlantic alliance?: Trump threatens EU over planned rapprochement with Canada
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has caused a stir with a proposal. It's about Canada, the US neighbour. How will President Trump react to it?
Florida woman pleads guilty to defrauding fund for Jeffrey Epstein victims
NEW YORK (AP) — A Florida woman who was paid $750,000 by a fund for people sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein has pleaded guilty to falsifying records she used in her application for the money.
UAE strongly condemns Houthis' attempt to target Mecca
UAE strongly condemns Houthi Group’s attempt to target Makkah al-Mukarramah
Rivers Assembly threatens arrest of two commissioners over PAMO funds
The Rivers State House of Assembly has threatened to issue arrest warrants for two commissioners and PAMO University VC over a probe into state funds.
Netanyahu steps up threats against directors of Gaza documentary 'NAZA'
JERUSALEM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed on Wednesday to pass a law to revoke the citizenship of anyone who defames Israel’s soldiers, his latest threat against the Israeli directors of “NAZA”, a documentary about soldiers’ killing of Gaza civilians.
Policy Address 2026: Greenpeace criticises lack of wetland protection in Northern Metropolis development plan
Greenpeace Hong Kong has criticised plans for the Northern Metropolis development project, saying that the blueprint lacks protections for sensitive wetlands near the city’s border with mainland…
Features : Malaysia Day: Carrying Malaysia's Name Beyond Its Shores
Malaysia Day is more than a celebration of the country’s formation. It is also a time to reflect on the shared values, experiences and aspirations that bind Malaysians together despite differences in…
Africa: KOAFEC 2026 - Korea, African Development Bank Chart New Phase of Partnership On Ai, Digital Infrastructure and Private Investment
[African Development Bank (AfDB)] On Tuesday 8 September in Seoul, the President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr Sidi Ould Tah, met with Koo Yun-cheol, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of…
NK leader's sister dismisses IAEA's denuclearization calls, reiterates nuclear status
Kim Yo-jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, on Thursday rejected international calls for denuclearization as "all noises," calling the regime's nuclear status "absolute." She…
Basarnas Prepares Virgo Transport 8 Salvage Operation with Hong Kong, US Experts
Basarnas prepares a salvage operation for Virgo Transport 8 with experts from Hong Kong, the US and Indonesia as bad weather hampers underwater search
Himachal’s policy uncompromising toward those involved in illegal drug trade: CM Sukhu
He also stated the government would “adopt a compassionate approach towards young people who had already fallen into addiction and extend every possible support to help them recover"
Malaysian files report against senior policeman over N. Sulawesi gold mine deal
Malaysian national alleges the police officer did not provide sufficient returns for his investment at a gold mine in North Sulawesi.
Oborevwori distributes 50 fishing boats, engines to fishermen
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has distributed 50 fishing boats with engines and nets to fishermen in three Warri local government areas.
Ukraine war: US Congress passes law for Russia sanctions
Will there soon be new US sanctions against Russia? A law to this effect has now passed the US Parliament. The move could also strain relations with China.
Johnson-Massie feud boils over: "Why are we taking days off our calendar?"
Mike Johnson 's decision to send the House home early — again — is fueling an increasingly bitter feud with Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) over whether the speaker is using the calendar to dodge…
BJP National President Nitin Nabin, CM Mohan Yadav To Launch Swamitva Yojana In Indore On September 17
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Swamitva Yojana will be launched by BJP national president Nitin Nabin and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav in Indore on Thursday.
Former TLCA athletic director indicted over student injuries
Former TLCA athletic director Kent Sherrill faces eight felony charges for allegedly placing students in imminent danger of death or bodily injury.
Fuquay-Varina shooting update: Videos show police response at Zaxby's on Main St as 2 are show
A least two people were shot at the Zaxby's store on North Main Street in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, on Wednesday afternoon.
Epstein survivors sue his estate over child pornography collection
MEXICO CITY: Two women whose images as girls were found in pornography seized from Jeffrey Epstein filed a class action lawsuit on Wednesday seeking damages from the late sex offender’s estate for…
Colombia is the Deadliest Country in the World for Environmental Defenders
The latest report by Global Witness, titled “Collective Power,” states that during 2025, the killing of at least 124 land and environmental defenders was verified worldwide.
Asia Risks Unrest as El Niño, War Threaten Food Supplies, Consultancy Says
Severe weather disruptions will amplify food security risks in Asia, potentially triggering civil unrest and political instability in vulnerable countries such as India, Indonesia and the Philippines…
MURDER SPREE: Brother’s agonising search for Ekurhuleni killings victim Itumeleng Kekana
Itumeleng Kekana’s family searched hospitals, police stations and mortuaries for answers after the 32-year-old disappeared from Kempton Park.
Japan police panel starts talks to allow more foreign security workers
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's police agency on Wednesday launched an expert panel to consider allowing more foreign nationals to work in the private-sector
School absence up among disadvantaged students - study
School absence has increased among young people with socio-emotional difficulties and those who do not like school in the last 10 years, research has shown.
China marks breakthrough on railway linking Central Asia to Europe
China has completed drilling a key tunnel on the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, which will create a shorter trade route to Europe and bypass Russia.
Dead animals, barren fields and hunger as strongest‑in‑decades El Nino chokes Central America
SAN LORENZO (Honduras), Sept 17 — Animals are dropping dead amid the worst drought in living memory for many Centr...
Peace is a ‘dangerous’ word in Russian city heading to polls as residents reel from deadly Ukrainian drone strikes
TAMBOV (Russia), Sept 17 — “Terrified” by escalating Ukrainian drone attacks, locals in the Russian ci...
Cheryl Grimmer's family 'deeply angry' as decision to drop case upheld
Cheryl Grimmer's family says more than 50 detailed submissions have been met with an extraordinarily brief determination after the DPP upheld the decision to abandon the case.
Sweden's center-left bloc set to win election, STV reports
The center-left opposition won the Swedish elections by a very slim margin, the public broadcaster reported after 99% of the votes were counted.
IPS left Enroll Indy. Then, the enrollment system cut fees, but the district didn’t reverse course.
Enroll Indy dropped its fee to charter school authorizers and Indianapolis Public Schools for one year after the district said last week it was leaving the enrollment website shared by IPS and most…
Teenage boys charged with murder after alleged mistaken identity shooting of Sydney student
Boys aged 14 and 16 charged after Marco Tapia, 23, was killed inside his family’s home in Glen Alpine Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Two teenage boys have been charged with murder after the shooting death of a university student in Sydney this month…
BJP MPs raise concerns over slow pace of infrastructure projects in Odisha
Nabrangpur MP Balabhadra Majhi, Bolangir MP Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo and Kantabanji MLA Laxman Bag’s letters is said to put the Mohan Charan Majhi government in an uncomfortable position
NAF takes delivery of five new helicopters as FG deepens airpower modernisation
The newly delivered platforms comprise three AW-109 Trekker B helicopters manufactured by Leonardo Helicopters of Italy and two H-125 helicopters read more NAF takes delivery of five new helicopters as FG deepens airpower modernisation