(2026-08-26). Iran, Oman discuss temporary Hormuz corridor as impasse with US drags on. geo.tv Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz are visible near the beach of Bandar Abbas, Iran, August 25, 2026.— ReutersOil prices fall despite new US sanctions on Iran.US personnel returning from Middleast missions.Trump says all mines in the strait cleared.Iran said it had restarted talks…
(2026-08-26). Iran and Oman discuss temporary Hormuz corridor as impasse with US drags on. al-monitor.com By Yomna EhabCAIRO, Aug 26 (Reuters) – Iran said it had restarted talks with neighbor Oman to manage the Strait of Hormuz as it faces heightened economic pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump in the wider conflict.Iran and Oman have been in on-and-off talks for weeks about controlling traffic through the strategic waterway, which handled one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments before the war began in February. Most shipping has been shut down since then.
(2026-08-26). Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks. al-monitor.com Iran and Oman are discussing a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing for the Strait of Hormuz, b…
(2026-08-26). Oil prices fall $2 on Iran-Oman talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices fell more than $2 a barrel on Wednesday as talks between Iran and Oman revived hopes that the Strait of Hormuz could reopen and remove shipping constraints affecting supply in the key Middle East region. | Brent crude futures fell $2.30, or 2.6%, to $86.28 a barrel by 0947 PKT, earlier dropping to their lowest since August 13. US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down $2.08, or 2.53%, at $80.29, earlier sinking to their lowest since August 10. | Both benchmarks fell more than 3% on Tuesday. | "The market continues to react to developments surr…
(2026-08-26). Hormuz in The Balance: Trump's Territorial Bravado, Iran's Defiance and A Chokepoint Still Closed. ummid.com Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz 'New US Territory' via an AI-generated map, insisting it's open and mine-free. Iran mocked the claim, comparing it to annexing California, and vowed the strait stays shut until Washington lifts its blockade and sanctions.
(2026-08-26). Turkish-Russian-Chinese-Iranian Alliance Makes A Difference Underwater Too. unitedworldint.com 
By Ali Alsaàß It would be incomplete to view the marine national parks declared by Türkiye in the Eastern Mediterranean and the northern Aegean merely as an environmental measure. This decision is part of a much broader process reflecting the stage Türkiye has reached in recent years in terms of state capacity, its understanding of …
(2026-08-26). Kremlin says US spy chief held talks with Russian counterparts during Moscow visit. tribune.com.pk 
US CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks with Russian intelligence officials during his visit to Moscow on Tuesday but did not meet President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said on Wednesday. | Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Putin had been briefed on the outcome of Ratcliffe's talks, which come as the war in Ukraine is escalating and ‚Å as efforts to reach a lasting peace deal between the US and Iran have stalled. | Peskov declined to disclose what had been discussed or…
(2026-08-26). Iran reviewing invitation to join Makkah Defence Deal: Report. ummid.com Amidst surging tension in the Middle East in the wake of the ongoing US-Israel Joint War against Iran, there are reports that the Persian State has been invited to join what is now widely known as Makkah Defence Pact.
(2026-08-26). US starts sending diplomatic staff back to Middle East posts. geo.tv The US flag flying at the American embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, on March 17, 2026. — Reuters Posts in Lebanon, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Baghdad are among those to be restaffed.Some embassies will initially operate at no more than 85% of authorized staffing.Family members will…
(2026-08-26). Cuba iniciará ensayos clínicos con nuevo fármaco para melanoma avanzado. cubadebate.cu Un nuevo medicamento desarrollado por científicos cubanos del Centro de Inmunología Molecular (CIM) se encuentra listo para ser probado en pacientes con melanoma avanzado, como parte de las investigaciones dirigidas a ampliar las alternativas terapéuticas contra el cáncer.
(2026-08-26). Roger Federer ingresará al Salón de la Fama del Tenis. cubadebate.cu El suizo Roger Federer ingresará este sábado al Salón de la Fama del Tenis Internacional, avalado por 20 títulos de Grand Slam y 310 semanas al frente del ranking mundial. Dueño de 103 títulos, la leyenda suiza será parte de la promoción de 2026 del Salón de la Fama del Tenis, y el acto tendrá lugar en Newport este 29 de agosto.
(2026-08-26). Más de un millón de dólares por transitar el Canal de Panamá. cubadebate.cu Los precios de las subastas para asegurar espacios de tránsito por el Canal de Panamá han superado el millón de dólares ante el aumento de la demanda y las restricciones de tráfico vinculadas a la disponibilidad de agua.
(2026-08-26). UCLV oficializa el cronograma de reanudación de las clases. cubadebate.cu La Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas (UCLV) reanudará sus actividades docentes el próximo 1 de septiembre para concluir el periodo 2025-2026 e iniciar paulatinamente el curso 2026-2027 bajo una modalidad semipresencial ajustada al contexto actual, dio a conocer el Consejo de Dirección de la casa de altos estudios.
(2026-08-26). Cuba condena extensión del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero. cubadebate.cu El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, condenó este martes 25 de agosto en los términos más enérgicos la decisión del Gobierno de Estados Unidos de extender por un año más el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero contra la isla.
(2026-08-26). Germany's Die Linke takes a stand. links.org.au 
Die Linke surges past the Social Democratic Party of Germany in polls as it battles austerity and the far-right — and names the genocide in Gaza, writes Ruairi Casey.
(2026-08-26). Chinese experts complete earthquake survey in Venezuela. ecns.cn A 10-member team of Chinese earthquake experts has returned home after completing a 20-day scientific survey in Venezuela, the China Earthquake Administration said Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). US cannot achieve its goals through economic pressure: Iranian president. tribune.com.pk 
The US cannot achieve its objectives through economic pressure on Tehran, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday, days after Washington launched a sweeping new sanctions campaign against Iran. | Pezeshkian made the remarks during a three-hour meeting at the Central Bank of Iran in Tehran with Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh, Central Bank Governor Abdolnaser Hemmati and a group of economists, according to the Iranian presidency. | The meeting reviewed Iran's monetary, foreign exchange and financial indicators amid what Pezeshkian described as conditions created by war, an economic blockade and ext…
(2026-08-26). China condemns unilateral sanctions without basis in international law or authorization of UN Security Council: FM. ecns.cn China firmly opposes illicit unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law or the authorization of the UN Security Council, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian said Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Beijing's first cross-provincial subway line begins trial run. ecns.cn Beijing Subway Line 22, the capital's first urban rail route linking neighboring Hebei Province, began emptyload trial operations Tuesday, according to the Beijing Major Projects Construction Headquarters Office and BII Railway Transportation Technology Holdings Company Limited.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-08-25). Israeli Strikes Kill Palestinians Destroy Gaza Desalination Plant as Attacks ContinueIsraeli airstrikes killed Palestinians and wounded others across Gaza while destroying a desalination plant and prayer hall amid continued ceasefire violations.
(2026-08-26). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-08-26). Onam: Kerala's Iconic Festival is Back in All its Beauty and Grace. ummid.com Malayalis' eagerly-awaited annual festival Onam stands out as one of the few celebrations in the world that blends mythology, veneration of nature and cultural expressions in a captivating tapestry.
(2026-08-26). Government publishes amendments to export regulations. sanews.gov.za Government publishes amendments to export regulations | National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) have published amendments to the Export Regulations to allow zero-rating when movable goods are delivered for export from South Africa to terminal operators and port authorities. | The amendment relates to the section of the regulations that sets out the procedures to be followed by a vendor who elects to zero-rate the export of goods to a qualifying purchaser when those goods are initially delivered to a harbour. | "Under the current regulations, one of the procedural requirements for a vendor t…
(2026-08-26). Missing Chinese student found dead in South Korea, murder suspect arrested. ecns.cn A 25-year-old Chinese female student who had been missing for several days was found dead in Gyeongsan, South Korea, the Chinese Consulate General in Busan said on Tuesday after confirming the case with local police.
(2026-08-26). Milestone reached for world's longest-span bridge under construction in China. ecns.cn The main structure of the south anchorage for the south channel bridge of the Zhangjinggao Yangtze River Bridge — the world's longest-span bridge under construction — was completed on Tuesday in east China's Jiangsu Province, marking a significant step forward in the mega-project.
(2026-08-26). Integrated transport services, preferential policies fuel Zhangjiajie's summer travel boom. ecns.cn As the summer travel season draws to a close, Zhangjiajie in Hunan Province continues to see robust inbound and inter-provincial tourism. Integrated transport enhancements, coupled with people-oriented services, have consistently invigorated Zhangjiajie's summer cultural and tourism consumption.
(2026-08-26). President Ramaphosa: SA remains a respected Pan-African actor. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa: SA remains a respected Pan-African actor | President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa remains a respected member of the African community of nations and a principled Pan-African actor, despite concerns raised by some African countries concerning migration-related matters. | The President was responding to questions in Parliament on Tuesday on South Africa's standing on the continent and the measures government is taking to restore confidence in the country as a Pan-African voice. | President Ramaphosa said government has firmly rejected xenophobia, Afrophobia, vigilantism and all forms of di…
(2026-08-26). Severe flooding cuts off villages in Guangxi, rescue teams deliver emergency supplies. ecns.cn Days of torrential rain have triggered severe flooding in Longzhou County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, cutting road access to multiple villages and leaving residents isolated. Rescue teams have been using boats in relay operations to deliver emergency supplies to stranded residents, local authorities said.
(2026-08-26). China, Africa deepen cooperation on digital development. ecns.cn A high-level training program on digital development and transformation opened Monday in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, bringing together officials, international organizations, think tanks and businesses from across Africa.
(2026-08-26). From confrontation to cooperation. onlineopinion.com.au The institutions built to keep enemies talking are still there. What's disappearing is the political will to use them.
(2026-08-26). Philippines completes first remote surgery with doctors in China operating robot. ecns.cn The Urology Center of the Philippines performed the country's first remote surgery in Quezon City on Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Retired U.S. teacher reunites with Yin Yuzhen to plant three trees, renewing a 26-year friendship. ecns.cn Ronald Sakolsky, a retired U.S. teacher, stood once again in China's Mu Us Desert on Monday, planting three saplings alongside environmentalist Yin Yuzhen and her husband Bai Wanxiang.
(2026-08-26). At least 22 killed, hundreds missing after Nepal flash flood. aljazeera.com Across the border, Tibet reported 'major casualties' with people missing in the neighbouring county of Gyirong.
(2026-08-26). 13-year-old with little coding experience earns over 18,000 yuan from AI study tool. ecns.cn A 13-year-old girl from Shanghai with little programming experience earned more than 18,000 yuan ($2,680) in net income from an AI-powered study tool, placing third at a 48-hour sales competition in Hangzhou.
(2026-08-26). China's longest offshore steel trestle bridge completed in Dalian. ecns.cn An 11.6-kilometer offshore steel trestle bridge, the longest of its kind currently under construction in China, was fully connected on Tuesday in Dalian, located in China's northeastern Liaoning Province.
(2026-08-26). SARS crackdown leads to R167m cocaine bust. sanews.gov.za SARS crackdown leads to R167m cocaine bust | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has successfully intercepted more than 333kg of cocaine at the OR Tambo International Airport. | The cocaine — worth an estimated street value of some R167 million — was intercepted during a targeted enforcement operation conducted on a flight arriving from Sao Paulo, Brazil. | "The operation was executed simultaneously across three critical points of entry processing… aircraft baggage offloading, passenger arrivals baggage screening, and cargo inspections. The coordinated intervention forms part of SARS' intensifi…
(2026-08-26). Dangerous trees force Rehoboth Beach Farmers' Market to relocate after 20 years in Grove Park. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? The "It's a meeting place," said Pat Coluzzi, the market's founder and manager. "It's more of an event than just a farmers market. And the park has been ideal for that." | Earlier this month, the scheduled market day was unexpectedly cancelled a day prior to its…
(2026-08-26). The Families Left Behind: Their Right to Be Remembered, Our Responsibility to Act. ummid.com When a humanitarian worker is killed, the violation does not end with the death; it continues through the lives of the family left behind, and their suffering deserves recognition, documentation, support, accountability, and a place in collective memory.
(2026-08-26). Syrian Kurdish leader dissolves force that spearheaded jihadist fight. al-monitor.com The leader of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, the Washington-backed group at the forefront of the battle against the Islamic State jihadist group, announced their dissolution on Tuesday under a deal with the government. | After being Syria's most highly trained and organised paramilitary force for years, the SDF was promptly dropped by Washington in favour of the new US-friendly authorities in Damascus after the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad in late 2024.
(2026-08-26). Why parents are turning to tutoring, and it is no longer just about better marks. onlineopinion.com.au Tutoring used to be the preserve of students who were struggling, but it is growing beyond that. Why?
(2026-08-26). Photos: Avalanche floods kill eight, hundreds missing in Nepal's Himalayas. aljazeera.com Flash floods devastate Nepal's Himalayas, washing away villages and infrastructure along the Bhotekoshi river.
(2026-08-26). Al-Nassr devastate Al-Riyadh as Ronaldo, Al-Amri, Felix, Gabriel shine. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC Friday August 21, 2026 defeated Al-Riyadh SC in the second match of the Saudi Pro League 2026-2027 (SPL 26/27) season played at Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Stadium in Saudi Capital Riyadh.
(2026-08-26). Ayat Noor murder draws strong condemnation. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information and Science Technology and Information Technology Shafi Jan has strongly condemned the tragic murder of innocent girl Ayat Noor in Haripur and expressed deep grief over the incident. | In a press statement, the minister termed the murder an extremely tragic, heartbreaking and condemnable incident. He said Chief Minister Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi had taken serious notice of Ayat Noor's disappearance and directed the relevant authorities to take effective measures to trace her and investigate the matter. | Shafi Jan said police took effective action following th…
(2026-08-26). Democracy Now! 2026-08-26 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 26, 2026; "They Threw Me to the Wolves": Karen Attiah on Censorship Under Trump, Winning Her WaPo Job Back; Trump's Contested Order to Restrict Mail-In Voting Could Disenfranchise Millions: Ari Berman; "Most Americans Are Getting Poorer": Robert Reich on Inequality & the Failures of Corporate Democrats | Headlines for August 26, 2026; "They Threw Me to the Wolves": Karen Attiah on Censorship Under Trump, Winning Her WaPo Job Back; Trump's Contested Order to Restrict Mail-In Voting Could Disenfranchise Millions: Ari Berman; "Most Americans Are Getting Poorer":…
(2026-08-26). Kurdish-led SDF dissolves as part of integration with Damascus. al-monitor.com DAMASCUS, Aug 25 (Reuters) – The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces has been dissolved, the armed militant group's leader said on Tuesday, a major step in the integration plan agreed on earlier this year with the Islamist-led government in Damascus."We announce today the end of the mission of the Syrian Democratic Forces and announce with full responsibility its dissolution as an independent military force," SDF commander Mazloum Abdi said in a televised speech.
(2026-08-26). Airport worker receives gratitude letter after helping customers make funeral trip. ecns.cn A Chinese woman surnamed Zhou recently expressed her gratitude to Wang Jin, a staff member at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in Zhejiang Province, for helping her family rearrange their travel plans during an emergency.
(2026-08-26). In Cameroon, before the scroll, there was the dance floor. globalvoices.org 
(2026-08-26). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-26). IIT Madras to offer MBBS, BDS courses soon: V Kamakoti. ummid.com IIT Madras, one of the pioneers in Engineering Education and Research which had two years ago launched School of Medical Sciences, will soon offer undergraduate courses like MBBS and BDS.
(2026-08-26). When is the Champions League draw, which teams are in, and what are the dates? aljazeera.com Thirty-six teams will learn their fate in a draw for the group phase, which will be followed by knockout rounds.
(2026-08-26). Beijing sees surge in cross-border travel during summer. ecns.cn Cross-border tourism, business travel and visits to family members have remained strong during the summer season, with passenger traffic at Beijing's ports steadily increasing.
(2026-08-26). Infantino has no future at FIFA, says European Leagues chief. aljazeera.com Claudius Schaefer insists the influence of the FIFA president has 'grown from year to year'.
(2026-08-26). Madhya Pradesh NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Result Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh is releasing on its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' Round 1 Seat Allotment Result of NEET UG 2026 (Medical MBBS and Dental – BDS) Counselling today i.e. Thursday August 20, 2026.
(2026-08-26). Starc dethrones Bumrah as No1 Test bowler. tribune.com.pk 
Australia's Mitchell Starc has become the new No1 bowler in the ICC Men's Test Rankings after a match-winning ten-wicket haul against Bangladesh in Mackay. | The 36-year-old left-arm pacer climbed to the summit after taking six wickets for 12 runs in the first innings and four for 39 in the second, helping Australia secure an innings-and-51-run victory in the second Test of their ICC World Test Championship series. | Starc, who was named Player of the Match as well as Player of the Series, now leads New Zealand's Matt Henry and India's Jasprit Bumrah by ten rating points. | It is the first time Starc has occup…
(2026-08-26). Why India is sharing missile secrets with its private sector. aljazeera.com New policy allows India's private sector to produce advanced weaponry, supporting its goal of military self-sufficiency.
(2026-08-26). Nigerian content creator helps Chinese farm machinery reach overseas markets. ecns.cn Short videos posted by a Nigerian sales representative in eastern China's Zhejiang Province are helping a Chinese farm machinery producer reach overseas customers, with one TikTok post attracting more than 1.2 million views.
(2026-08-26). 'This is a difficult task': PNG parliament to finally address Bougainville vote. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific Papua New Guinea's prime minister has urged the nation to appreciate the gravity of the decision on Bougainville that Parliament is to debate this week. The PNG Parliament resumed on Tuesday and from Thursday MPs will debate whether to ratify the 97.7 percent vote by Bougainvilleans for independence in…
(2026-08-26). Now That's (Public) Service! wattsupwiththat.com Apparently the public universities supply the credentials, elected officials provide the plaintiff, the plaintiff's lawyer supplies the money, other elected representatives run cover to protect the litigation, and the finished product returns to the lawyer's advocacy file.
(2026-08-26). Meet Aisha Wahab, First Afghan-American to Serve in US Congress. ummid.com In another major victory for the Democratic Party, Aisha Wahab has won the California's 14th District Special Election, becoming the first Afghan American elected to the U.S. Congress.
(2026-08-26). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-26). Guizhou 'Village T' show brings ethnic fashion to New Zealand Fashion Week. ecns.cn Guizhou "village T", a fashion showcase rooted in the ethnic cultures of southwest China's Guizhou Province, made its debut at New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) in Auckland on Thursday.
(2026-08-26). Elon Musk calls Shanghai 'a Great City' as mother shares China trip. ecns.cn Maye Musk and her son, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, have recently shared posts about China on social media, drawing attention to their positive remarks about the country.
(2026-08-26). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-08-26). Aidian Port on China-Vietnam border resumes customs clearance. ecns.cn Aidian Port in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region reopened Tuesday, resuming customs clearance services after flood damage forced a temporary suspension.
(2026-08-26). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-08-26). Manchester City sign teenage Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille. aljazeera.com Sought-after Bouaddi joins the Premier League club on a five-year deal worth $117m.
(2026-08-26). IAEA chief says new initiative to support nuclear power at sea. tribune.com.pk 
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi said on Tuesday that the agency was preparing to launch a new initiative to advance the use of civilian nuclear technology at sea. | Grossi said he met with US Energy Secretary Chris Wright in Washington, DC, ahead of the launch of Atomic Technologies Licensed for Applications at Sea (ATLAS), an IAEA initiative intended to help pave the way for deploying civil nuclear applications at sea, including nuclear-powered ships and floating nuclear power plants. | According to Grossi, the initiative could support global trade and provide energy t…
(2026-08-26). California is running out of refineries — and running out of time. wattsupwiththat.com California is not proactively supporting the reanimating of the closed Valero Refinery in Benicia or the closed Phillips Refinery in Wilmington. In addition, California government is not making the necessary policy changes to avert the hemorrhaging loss of one or more of the remaining California Refineries.
(2026-08-26). Crackdown on police corruption ordered. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Tuesday ordered a crackdown on corrupt elements within the police and directed the inspector general to identify and weed out such officials within a week. | Presiding over a meeting on law and order, the chief minister said maintaining peace and protecting the lives and property of citizens remained the government's top priority. | It was decided to bring the operational control of the Dolphin Police under the jurisdiction of the police stations. | The chief minister set September 30 as the deadline for equipping Punjab Police personnel with body cameras. | She sou…
(2026-08-26). Makkah Quran Competition 2026 Male/Female Winners Announced – Full List. ummid.com Saudi National, Abdulrahman bin Mukhtar bin Ahmed Muhammad, and Jumana Shraitiyah (Jumanah Sharaityah) of Algeria have respectively won the Top Prize at the 46th Edition of the King Abdulaziz International Holy Quran Competition or 2026 Makkah Quran Competition for Memorization, Recital and Explanation held at the Grand Mosque for males and females.
(2026-08-26). Mecca Pact fails its first test. strategic-culture.su Sunni military alliance project appears to have an uncertain future | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The new military alliance betwee…
(2026-08-26). Meet Dr. Heena Fuplunkar, a Doctor already to now serve as Police Officer. ummid.com For thousands of students, particularly those from vernacular medium, Dr. Heena Qasim Fuplunkar's story is a reminder that dreams can rise above limitations when supported by determination, discipline and sustained effort.
(2026-08-26). Assembly seeks swift justice for children. tribune.com.pk 
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution condemning the rising incidents of sexual abuse, violence, abduction and murder of children, demanding a fast-track judicial mechanism for sexual offence cases involving minors. | The resolution called for ending the provision of compromise between parties in child sexual abuse cases and providing legal, psychological and social support to victims' families. The house also stressed strict enforcement of existing laws and further strengthening of legislation for child protection. | Opposition members wore black armbands to express solidarity wi…
(2026-08-26). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-26). MCC NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Released: Link to Check. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has released on its official website 'mcc.nic.in' Seat Allotment Result 2026 of MCC NEET UG 2026 (MBBS / BDS) Round 1 Counselling today i.e. Friday August 21, 2026.
(2026-08-26). Government takes Milestones of Freedom campaign to the Free State. sanews.gov.za Government takes Milestones of Freedom campaign to the Free State | Deputy Minister in The Presidency Kenny Morolong, in partnership with the Free State provincial government and Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality Executive Mayor Gregory Nthatisi, will launch the Milestones of Freedom campaign in the Free State on Thursday. | The campaign seeks to promote social cohesion, inspire national pride and encourage reflection on South Africa's democratic journey. It highlights the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution; the 50th anniversary of the 1976 youth uprising; the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Women…
(2026-08-26). 14 newborns killed in fire at PIMS Hospital in Islamabad. tribune.com.pk 
Fourteen newborn babies were killed on Wednesday after a fire broke out on the third floor of the Mother and Child Hospital's ward at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) Hospital. | According to the district administration, the fire broke out in the hospital's nursery and rescue teams reached the site immediately after being alerted. | The Capital Emergency Service (CES) and Capital Development Authority (CDA) Fire Department said they responded to the fire and brought the blaze under control. According to the CDA, the fire emergency was reported at around 6: 45am, with fire brigade and rescue tea…
(2026-08-26). U.S. Secret Service aware of Iranian video threat against Barron Trump. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 25 (Reuters) – The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, a spokesperson said on Tuesday."The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the video and investigates anything that can be perceived as a threat toward our protectees. Out of concern for operational security, we do not discuss matters of protective intelligence," Secret Service spokesperson Nate Herring said in an email.
(2026-08-26). SIU recovers millions in Fort Hare overcharging probe. sanews.gov.za SIU recovers millions in Fort Hare overcharging probe | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured Acknowledgements of Debt from companies found to have overcharged the University of Fort Hare for student accommodation leases. ⚪ This emanating from an investigation by the corruption busting unit into accommodation charges at the Eastern Cape based university. ⚪ "The SIU investigation revealed that the university engaged various service providers to lease and accommodate students. Upon analysis of the financial documents and lease contracts, [the] SIU established instances in which certain service provider…
(2026-08-26). Xi to attend SCO summit, pay state visit to Kyrgyzstan, Egypt. ecns.cn From August 30 to September 3, Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit 2026 in Bishkek, and pay a state visit to Kyrgyzstan and Egypt upon the invitation of President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan and President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Wednesday.
(2026-08-26). Olympic champion Ma Long invites Taiwan youth to visit Chinese mainland. ecns.cn Olympic table tennis champion Ma Long on Tuesday invited young people from Taiwan to visit the Chinese mainland for sports training, competitions and study activities, as he addressed a cross-Strait youth exchange event held in Shanghai.
(2026-08-26). Zaidi set to make European debut with Macron in France. al-monitor.com The Iraqi prime minister is expected to sign several memorandums of understanding with France during his Sept. 14 meeting with Macron as Baghdad seeks to diversify its diplomatic and security ties.
(2026-08-26). PML-N secures speaker, deputy speaker offices in AJK Legislative Assembly. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Tuesday secured both top parliamentary offices in the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (AJKLA), with Chaudhry Tariq Farooq elected speaker and Ahmed Raza Qadri deputy speaker. | The AJK elections were held in three phases between July 27 and August 10. Of the 45 directly contested constituencies, polling was held in 38, with the PML-N securing 25 seats and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) winning 12. The lone MLA of the Awami Dast-o-Bazu party joined hands with the PML-N. | Both PML-N candidates secured 32 votes each in the 53-member assembly and subseque…
(2026-08-26). Robots shift from athletes to workers. ecns.cn Robots sprinted, lifted weights and performed tai chi in Beijing this week — but the 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games also tested how they handle real jobs.
(2026-08-26). Humanoid robots, autonomous vehicles speed up China's parcel delivery. ecns.cn Humanoid robots, automated sorting systems, and autonomous delivery vehicles are being widely used across China's express delivery sector, from sorting centers to last-mile delivery.
(2026-08-26). Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress but says Riyadh must recognize Israel. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump has sent Congress a proposed agreement with Saudi Arabia on civil nuclear energy while insisting the pact will only go into effect if the kingdom normalises relations with Israel, a US administration official told Reuters on Tuesday. | The agreement, which was reached in July and would allow US companies to export civilian nuclear technology to the kingdom, was sent to Congress on Monday, according to the US official, who declined to be identified. | The Saudi embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to a request for comment. | It…
(2026-08-26). China's digital industry revenue tops 20 trillion yuan in H1. ecns.cn China's digital industry generated 20.71 trillion yuan (about $2.86 trillion) in revenue in the first half of the year, up 13.6% year on year, according to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Pakistan stun Egypt to progress to World Championship quarter-finals. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan produced one of the most memorable comebacks in their youth volleyball history on Tuesday, overcoming a two-set deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2 and book a place in the quarter-finals of the FIVB Boys' Under-17 World Championship 2026. | The Green-shirts, ranked 13 in the world, shocked sixth-ranked Egypt 17-25, 21-25, 25-18, 25-15, 15-12 in a gripping round of 16 encounter in Doha. | The victory was all the more impressive given the manner in which Pakistan responded after appearing to be on the verge of elimination. Egypt dominated the opening two sets and moved within one set of securing a place in the…
(2026-08-26). Pakistan expects US reply on $10b stabilisation facility 'soon'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan expects to receive a response from Washington within the next couple of months on its request for a $10 billion bilateral stabilisation facility, as Islamabad seeks to build on its improving ties with the Trump administration. | Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad told Bloomberg on Tuesday that discussions with the US over the proposed facility had been "constructive". | "The proposed US stabilisation facility would also serve as a potential backstop and confidence signal, supporting market access and helping crowd in private capital," Schehzad said. | Pakistan had approached US Treasury…
(2026-08-26). Over 34K Cr for Nashik Kumbh Mela, Peanut for Schools: SC Judge. ummid.com Supreme Court of India Justice Prasanna B Varale Monday August 24, 2026 while expressing concerns over the worsening condition of schools in Maharashtra compared the huge fund allocated for Nashik Kumbh Mela and the declining Education Budget of the State.
(2026-08-26). Managed Pluralism: Tokayev's Constitutional Gamble in Kazakhstan. ummid.com Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's ongoing political reset in Kazakhstan, represents a calculated effort, to restructure state power under the narrative of progressive constitutional reform.
(2026-08-26). AIAPGET 2026: Retest for 49 students as power failure disrupts exam. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced retest (re-exam) for 49 students whose All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test 2026 (AIAPGET 2026) Saturday August 22, 2026 was disrupted due to power failure.
(2026-08-26). Chinese artists eye overseas concert boom. ecns.cn From Singapore to Vancouver, Mandarin pop stars are drawing crowds abroad, underscoring China's growing cultural reach. Jackson Wang, Zhou Shen and Silence Wang are among the artists leading the surge in overseas tours.
(2026-08-26). Read: Affan Ansari on Studying Abroad, Scholarships and Global Ambitions. ummid.com In an exclusive interview, Political Science and International Relations Graduate Affan Ansari discusses his journey from studying Science in India to pursuing Higher Education in Turkey and Europe, the realities of studying abroad, scholarships and financial planning, community engagement, and his ambition to build a career in peacebuilding, conflict resolution and international security.
(2026-08-26). The cult of Fauci cult shows no signs of cooling down. strategic-culture.su Mainstream media led the witch hunt; now history will judge. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | There is a vast difference between beli…
(2026-08-26). Bodo return to Champions League, Azerbaijan's Sabah deny Israeli Beer-Sheva. aljazeera.com Scottish champions Celtic thumped by LASK as Sabah knock out Hapoel Beer-Sheva with a late goal in the qualifying round.
(2026-08-26). In Chhatron Ki Goonj Pune, Rahul Gandhi attacks Manusmriti. ummid.com Indicating a major shift in the Congress Policy, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi Saturday August 22, 2026 while addressing the Chhatron ki Goonj event in Pune blamed Manusmriti for the woes of women in India and urged students to end patriarchy.
(2026-08-26). Hong Kong official encourages people, enterprises to facilitate its integration into national development strategy. ecns.cn Starry Lee Wai-king, member of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress and President of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Monday encouraged Hong Kong people and businesses operating on the Chinese mainland to leverage their strengths to facilitate Hong Kong's deeper integration into and service to China's overall development strategy.
(2026-08-26). China-made humanoid robots are rapidly moving out of labs into real-world industries: FM. ecns.cn Humanoid robots are rapidly moving out of labs into real-world industries, said Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian on Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Major Chinese airlines introduce paid in-flight meal options. ecns.cn Major Chinese airlines have introduced paid in-flight meal options on domestic routes, ranging from affordable snacks to premium platters costing several hundred yuan, as carriers seek to diversify their catering services.
(2026-08-26). Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule Revised. ummid.com NEET UG 2026 Medical and Dental Admission Counselling Board has revised the MBBS and BDS Counselling Schedule 2026, changing the dates to release the merit list and allotment result, and last date to submit choice filling form.
(2026-08-26). Lindsey Graham's sister up for election to his US Senate seat. aljazeera.com Lindsey Graham's sister up for election to his US Senate seat…
(2026-08-26). (W.E. Talk) Green architecture: building bridges between the East and West, without crossing the limits of our planet. ecns.cn Here, the paradigm shift is twofold, because a whole-system thinking is needed not only to consider the entire life cycle, but also to envision what happens next. The ultimate goal is to minimize environmental impacts and to drive both sustainability and innovation.
(2026-08-26). China completes 11.6-km offshore steel trestle bridge in Dalian. ecns.cn An 11.6-kilometer offshore steel trestle bridge, the longest of its kind currently under construction in China, was fully connected on Tuesday in Dalian, located in China's northeastern Liaoning Province.
(2026-08-26). ICC chief urges Japan to counter US pressure on the court. aljazeera.com Washington escalated its campaign against the ICC last week by sanctioning its president and a senior trial lawyer.
(2026-08-26). Hina Javed murder: Rawalpindi court extends physical remand of husband, servant. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-26). Girl, alleged accomplice arrested for father's murder. tribune.com.pk 
Police claimed to have solved a blind murder case in the jurisdiction of Saddar Jaranwala police within 24 hours, arresting a teenage girl and her alleged accomplice for the murder of her father. | Police said the victim, identified as Asif, allegedly caught his 17-year-old daughter, in an objectionable situation with a young man, Adnan, a resident of Chak 116-GB. | Police alleged that the two suspects subsequently shot Asif dead in an attempt to conceal their alleged relationship. | Following the murder, Saddar Jaranwala police launched an investigation using modern investigative techniques and examined evide…
(2026-08-26). Maharashtra NEET UG Allotment Result 2026 Date Changed. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has revised the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 schedule as per which the MBBS and BDS Round 1 Allotment Result 2026, supposed to be published on August 25, 2026, has been delayed.
(2026-08-26). Xi urges all-out rescue, relief efforts after mudslide hits border port in Xizang. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out efforts to search and rescue people who are missing after a mudslide in Nepal caused casualties at Gyirong border port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Wednesday morning.
(2026-08-26). Gen Alpha protest across Madhya Pradesh over school mergers. ummid.com The school children, described as Gen Alpha, have now taken to the streets across Madhya Pradesh, raising issues affecting their education.
(2026-08-26). Mamdani opposes NYC event with leader of India's Hindu nationalist group. geo.tv New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during an announcement on the Standing Up to ICE outreach programme at the governor's office in New York City, US, August 12, 2026. — ReutersRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will feature at an August 29 event.Hindu nationalist group doesn't…
(2026-08-26). China expands community meal services for seniors nationwide. ecns.cn China is expanding meal services for older people, with 82,000 service sites nationwide now providing more than 4 million meals to seniors every day, according to the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
(2026-08-26). How Iran is readying for economic protests as Trump escalates pressure. al-monitor.com Iranian authorities are bracing for unrest as US pressure collides with a battered economy, fuel price indecision and fresh memories of bloodshed.
(2026-08-26). Eni presses ahead with Egypt gas projects as war raises investment risks. al-monitor.com Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi on Tuesday, with the Italian energy giant revealing it could make a crucial investment decision in coming months.
(2026-08-26). England footballer Sterling charged with dangerous driving after collision. aljazeera.com Raheem Sterling has also been accused of possession of nitrous oxide and will appear in court on September 15.
(2026-08-26). Chinese humanoid robot Tiangong sets 100m record with 8.86-second sprint. ecns.cn Chinese humanoid robot Tiangong clocked 8.86 seconds in the 100-meter semifinal of the large-size category at the second World Humanoid Robot Games on Tuesday, setting a new record.
(2026-08-26). Yunnan's Shizong pepino melons make debut in overseas market. ecns.cn A shipment of 23.5 metric tons of pepino melons from Shizong County, Yunnan Province, has been exported to Malaysia after passing inspections by Qujing Customs. This marks the first time the county's signature fruit has entered the overseas market.
(2026-08-26). SPL 26/27: All eyes on Ronaldo as Al-Nassr gears up to take on Al-Riyadh. ummid.com All eyes are on Al-Nassr Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo as the defending champion gears up to take on Al-Riyadh football club Friday August 21, 2026 in the second match of the Saudi Pro League 2026-27.
(2026-08-26). Delaware election 2026: Meet the 2 Republicans seeking to unseat Democrat Chris Coons in the U.S. Senate. whyy.org Former state senator and physician Coons, who was first elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010, is seeking his fourth term in…
(2026-08-26). Trump administration issues pause on visa appointments for applicants worldwide. geo.tv US President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 7, 2025. — ReutersTrump has pursued aggressive immigration crackdown. State Department did not specify details on training.Trump's crackdown has faced some legal setbacks.
(2026-08-26). Deadly flash floods sweep through northern Nepal. aljazeera.com Flash floods have swept through northern Nepal, killing at least eight people and washing away homes.
(2026-08-26). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-08-26). PM CARES: Trust is Earned Through Disclosure, Not Authority. ummid.com The strongest criticism of PM CARES is not that it is illegal or fraudulent, it is that it is insufficiently transparent for the scale of public trust it commands.
(2026-08-26). Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Date Changed. ummid.com The Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) has revised the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 schedule as per which the MBBS and BDS Round 1 Allotment Result 2026, supposed to be published today i.e. Friday August 21, will now be released after six days.
(2026-08-26). China's NEV sales rise from 1.37 million to 16.49 million over five years. ecns.cn China's annual new-energy vehicle (NEV) sales rose from 1.367 million to 16.49 million during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), while their share of new-car sales climbed from 5.4% to 47.9%, Xin Guobin, vice minister of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), said Wednesday at a State Council Information Office press conference in Beijing.
(2026-08-26). Northwest China's Shaanxi establishes new rail hub with direct connections to Europe. ecns.cn The first direct China-Europe Railway Express freight train departed from Baoji in northwest China's Shaanxi Province on Tuesday, headed for Nizhny Novgorod of Russia. The launch makes Baoji as the province's second logistics hub with direct rail links to Europe, following the provincial capital, Xi'an.
(2026-08-26). Top EU court says Kavala case exposes erosion of judicial independence in Turkey. al-monitor.com Europe's top human rights court has renewed its call for Turkey to immediately release jailed philanthropist Osman Kavala, saying his imprisonment reflects a broader "systemic problem" over independence and impartiality of the judiciary.
(2026-08-26). Qatar condemns Israeli defence chief's entry into southwestern Syria. tribune.com.pk 
Qatar condemned Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz's entry into Syrian territory, calling it a blatant violation of Syria's sovereignty. | The Qatari Foreign Ministry issued the condemnation on Tuesday after Katz entered the Syrian buffer zone in the southwest days after Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and the director of Israel's Mossad spy agency, Roman Gofman, met in the Jordanian capital Amman to discuss efforts to ease tensions between the two countries. | "The State of Qatar strongly condemns Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz's illegal entry into Syrian territory and transgression of inter…
(2026-08-26). Chinese private space firm delivers first complete satellite export to Southeast Asia. ecns.cn Chinese commercial space company GalaxySpace on Tuesday completed the development, launch, and on-orbit delivery of a complete satellite for Thailand's Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA). It marks the first time that a Chinese commercial space company has exported a complete satellite to a Southeast Asian country.
(2026-08-26). Mudslide hits near border port in Xizang, people reported missing. ecns.cn A mudslide struck near Gyirong Port in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Wednesday, with people reported missing, local authorities said.
(2026-08-26). Philadelphia should do more to help unhoused people during heat waves, advocates say. whyy.org 
This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| In early July, when the temperature soared above 100 degrees in Philadelphia for three consecutive days, Barbara Lear slept outside. | Lear has been homeless since February, when the sister she'd been living with moved. Since then, Lear has grown frustrated…
(2026-08-26). Trump wants to stabilize Libya. Militants have other plans. responsiblestatecraft.org A series of crises have roiled Libya over the last month, undermining a U.S.-led initiative to resolve the country's profound political predicament and open its markets to American investment.Violent protests over deteriorating living conditions have surged in western cities under the control of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, just as a series of drone
(2026-08-26). 55th Anniversary of Turkish-Chinese Diplomatic Relations. unitedworldint.com By Oràßun Gà∂ktàºrk, from Beijing / China In July 1971, following US Secretary of State Kissinger's Beijing visit that shocked the world amid the Cold War atmosphere, the US and its allies established diplomatic relations with Beijing one after another. Ankara also received the message and initiated official relations with Beijing less than a month …
(2026-08-26). County-level markets fuel robust growth in China's retail sector. ecns.cn County-level markets have become a vital engine of China's retail expansion, with sales nearing 20 trillion yuan ($2.77 trillion), a NielsenIQ report said Monday.
(2026-08-26). Trucker attempts self immolation at DG Khan checkpost. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-26). Beijing refrigerator claim exposes DPP-created 'information cocoon' in Taiwan: spokesperson. ecns.cn A claim made on a pro-independence political talk show that "people in Beijing don't have refrigerators" is detached from reality and will only become a laughingstock, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-08-26). Four killed, including two women in firing over land dispute in K-P's Baka Khel. tribune.com.pk 
Four people, including two women, were killed and two others injured when two rival groups exchanged fire over a land dispute in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's (K-P) Baka Khel on Wednesday. | According to Baka Khel police, the incident took place in a mountainous area within the police jurisdiction, where the two groups confronted each other over a dispute concerning the use of a road, leading to an exchange of gunfire. | Police said three people from one side — two women identified as Ms A and Ms M, and a man identified as Muhammad Azim — were killed in the firing. | A man identified as Nafid was also kille…
(2026-08-26). All It Takes Is One Crack In The Lie We've Been Sold. thealtworld.com I saw a Someone had captioned the clip, "Every awakening begins with a fracture in the lie." | Yeah. It does tend to happen like that. | You start pulling on one thread and then the whole thing unravels. Maybe you start with the Iraq war lies. Maybe 9/11. These days for a lot of folks it's Palestine. | You keep pulling on that thread, uncove…
(2026-08-26). US immigration agents arrested more than 49,500 people in July. aljazeera.com The number of arrests last month showed a rise of roughly 15 percent over June's count.
(2026-08-26). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-08-26). IG cites drug toxicity in Township custodial deaths. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Inspector General of Police Abdul Kareem on Tuesday claimed a comprehensive investigation into the deaths of two women at Township Police Station had found "no evidence of custodial torture", with a medical board concluding that the women died from combined drug toxicity. | Addressing a press conference, the IG said the investigation covered all aspects of the incident, including CCTV footage, medical evidence and statements from police officials and witnesses. | According to the medical board's findings, no evidence of physical torture, external injuries or wounds was found on the bodies of the two wom…
(2026-08-26). Lindsey Graham's sister wins. The War Party wins. We lose, again. responsiblestatecraft.org Darline Graham won the Republican primary Tuesday and will likely win a full-term to fill her
(2026-08-26). Bangladesh to Join Türkiye-Pakistan Makkah Pact? ummid.com Bangladesh says it's open to joining the Türkiye-Pakistan defence pact, it's not a signature, but it's not nothing either – and for India, it confirms a drift that's been building for two years.
(2026-08-26). Pacific 'catastrophe' awaits if nations not alert to deep sea eco threat. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Kalinga Seneviratne In the past year there has been a scramble by the big powers to secure the continuing supply of "rare minerals" that are used in batteries driving electric cars and wind power turbines. There is a looming catastrophe awaiting the Pacific Ocean if countries in the region are not alert to the…
(2026-08-26). The Future of Climate Science with Roger Pielke, Jr. wattsupwiththat.com This week we cover unemployment data, stadium subsidies, and how Americans feel about the U.S. economy right now. Our interview is with climate scientist and American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Roger Pielke, Jr. We talk about climate science, academic politics, fossil fuels vs. renewables, and the future of energy policy.
(2026-08-26). 6th Asian Herpetology Conference held in Chengdu. ecns.cn The 6th Asian Herpetological Conference (AHC) and the Editorial Board Meeting of Asian Herpetological Research (AHR) were held from Aug. 22 to 25 in Chengdu, southern China.
(2026-08-26). A teacher's slap, student's death revive India's corporal punishment debate. aljazeera.com Teja's death raises question India has not fully answered: why more than a decade after ban is hitting children routine?>
(2026-08-26). Eid Miladun Nabi (PBUH) being observed across Pakistan with religious fervour, solemnity. tribune.com.pk 
Eid Miladun Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him) is being observed across Pakistan on Wednesday with religious fervour and solemnity, with prayers, processions and special events marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). | The day began with a 31-gun salute in the federal capital and a 21-gun salute in provincial capitals. The occasion is being observed as a public holiday. | Special prayers were offered after Fajr for the unity of the Muslim Ummah and the progress and prosperity of the country. | The main event will be the International Seeratun Nabi Conference in the federal capital, focusing on the prot…
(2026-08-26). Dialogue seeks tangible results in Sino-U.S. ties. ecns.cn Representatives from China and the United States participated in a dialogue on Tuesday in Beijing, where they called for joint efforts to translate the consensus reached by the two countries' heads of state into concrete action and tangible results, while also suggesting expansion of practical cooperation across a number of fields.
(2026-08-26). Three killed, six injured in DG Khan road crash. tribune.com.pk 
Three people were killed and six others injured, two of them critically, when a speeding loader vehicle collided head-on with a trailer on the Dera Ghazi Khan-Peshawar Bypass Road on Tuesday. | Rescue 1122 officials said the accident occurred near the Toll Plaza and Danish School when a tyre of the speeding loader vehicle burst, causing its driver to lose control before it crashed into the oncoming trailer. | Three people died at the scene, while six others sustained injuries in the collision. | District Emergency Officer Engineer Ahmad Kamal said the deceased belonged to the same tribe and were identified as…
(2026-08-26). Chinese war comedy 'Once Upon a Time in the Middle East' announces global release plan. ecns.cn Chinese war comedy-drama Once Upon a Time in the Middle East announced its global release plan on Tuesday, after the summer hit grossed more than 1.6 billion yuan (approximately $238 million) at the box office since its release on Aug. 11, 2026.
(2026-08-26). Yiwu gears up for Year-of-the-Goat Spring Festival as overseas orders surge. ecns.cn With more than five months to go before the Year-of-the-Goat Spring Festival, production and sales of festive goods at Yiwu International Trade City are already in full swing.
(2026-08-26). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-08-26). Aiman announces retirement from international cricket. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan fast bowler Aiman Anwar has annnounced retirement from international cricket, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said on Wednesday. | Aiman, 29, represented Pakistan in eight one-day internationals and 37 Twenty20 internationals between July 2016 and February 2023, taking four ODI wickets and 29 in T20Is. | She made her international debut in a T20 match against England in Southampton in 2016 before earning her first ODI cap against Bangladesh in Colombo the following year. | Aiman was part of Pakistan's squads at the 2018, 2020 and 2022-23 Women's T20 World Cups and also featured at the 2022 Women's Cr…
(2026-08-26). How Citizens United supercharged 'Israel's lobby'. responsiblestatecraft.org In March 2006, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
(2026-08-26). Sino-French equine culture exhibition opens in Beijing. ecns.cn A major Sino-French exhibition on horse culture opened Sunday at Prince Kung's Palace Museum in Beijing, bringing together more than 260 equine-themed artworks from both countries.
(2026-08-26). India After July 2026 Gen Z Protests. ummid.com Can we expect a democratic resistance and change of the dispensation from an autocratic one to democratic one, the one upholding Indian Constitution and values secularism, democracy and inclusive nationalism?
(2026-08-26). Explainer: What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom. geo.tv US flag, a passport and a US H-1B Visa application form are seen in this illustration taken, September 22, 2025. — Reuters
(2026-08-26). Economic Advisor's 'bring back E10' advice puts in question govt's oil policy. ummid.com The opposition parties are using Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran's suggestion that the 'E10 Petrol should be brought back' to cast doubt over the Narendra Modi government's oil policy.
(2026-08-26). DSA's Ella Teevan: 'Socialism has broken containment in the United States'. links.org.au 
Ella Teevan discusses the US midterms, how the Democratic Socialists of America can build on its successes, and challenging US imperialism and President Donald Trump's far-right agenda.
(2026-08-26). Mother and daughter detained by ICE in hospital after car crash. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-26). Dead whale washes ashore on beach in Mexico. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-26). Hundreds missing after devastating flood hits Nepal-Tibet border, 95 bodies recovered. geo.tv
(2026-08-26). Thousands in Japan are pulling this historic castle back into place. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-26). Government to accelerate investment in tourism infrastructure. sanews.gov.za Government to accelerate investment in tourism infrastructure | Through a formalised strategic partnership between the Departments of Tourism and Public Works and Infrastructure, government will unlock investment in tourism infrastructure and drive economic growth. | "If we want tourism to make an even greater contribution to economic growth and job creation, we must build the infrastructure that makes investment and new tourism experiences possible," Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille said on Tuesday. | De Lille and Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson have formalised a strategic partnersh…
(2026-08-26). Syrian Democratic Forces, tip of the spear in anti-jihadist fight, to dissolve. al-monitor.com The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, whose dissolution was announced by their leader Mazloum Abdi on Tuesday, were the Washington-backed de facto army of the Kurds' autonomous administration in Syria and spearheaded the battle against jihadists.The force was Syria's most highly trained and organised for years, until Washington dropped them for the new US-friendly authorities in Damascus.Experts say the SDF's dissolution marks the end of an era for the country's Kurds, who had long dreamt of autonomy before the 2024 fall of Syrian ruler Bashar al-Assad.
(2026-08-26). L'allargamento dell'Unione Europea nel nuovo ordine europeo. strategic-culture.su Se l'allargamento verso l'Ucraina, la Moldavia e i Balcani occidentali è diventato uno strumento di sicurezza europea ancor prima di essere un processo di integrazione, l'Unione dispone della capacità istituzionale, economica e strategica necessaria per sostenerlo? | Segue nostro Un progetto ambito e mai riuscito | L'inizio dell'Operazione Militare Speciale nel febbraio del 2022 ha fatto qualcosa che tre decenni di dibattito interno non…
(2026-08-26). Photos: Thousands join Spain's La Tomatina festival for epic tomato battle. aljazeera.com About 20,000 participants hurled 165 tonnes of tomatoes in Bunol's streets during Spain's famed La Tomatina festival.
(2026-08-25). This Week in People's History, Aug 26-Sep 1, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Aug 26-Sep 1, 2026 |
(2026-08-25). RNZ tops trust survey, lifts radio and digital audiences. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Larger audiences across radio and digital platforms have combined with stronger trust in RNZ than other outlets, new data suggest. RNZ's results in the closely watched GfK radio survey were released on Tuesday morning. After a fall in the first survey of the year, RNZ National bounced back up to 509,200 listeners. Commercial talk…