Friday, October 9, 2026

World

August 27, 2026

U.S. to appoint four directors to natural security, counterterrorism board

Mr Hammond is the founder and chief executive officer of American Hometown Media.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
August 27, 2026

Bill Gates sounds alarm on AI, says humans may lose control

Mr Gates said the world was grossly underprepared for the turbulence that AI was bringing to human history.

August 27, 2026

Death toll climbs to about 300 in Nepal flash floods, 1,300 missing

At least 270 bodies have been recovered, and 1,300 people remain missing as deadly flash floods sweep through the Nepal-Tibet border.

August 27, 2026

EGYPTAIR, Barcelona sign three-season sponsorship agreement

Mr Adel said, “Sponsoring one of the most prestigious clubs in the world, the current LaLiga and Spanish Super Cup champions, is an unprecedented achievement…”

August 27, 2026

Four Ukrainians trapped in buildings after Russia’s attack rescued

Mr Zelensky said efforts were underway to deal with the aftermath of Russia’s attack on his country.

August 27, 2026

Two Air Canada employees arrested for cocaine, cannabis trafficking

Two Air Canada employees have been arrested on Wednesday in connection with an alleged drug-trafficking scheme smuggling cocaine and cannabis.

Smuggled cocaine and cannabis at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
August 27, 2026

9/11 bombing mastermind Khalid Mohammed to stand trial in 2028

A U.S. military judge has ruled that the mastermind of 9/11 attack, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, and three others will stand trial in June 2028.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
August 27, 2026

Justice Department, FBI seize platforms used by China state-sponsored hackers to target U.S. critical infrastructure

The statement said the move became necessary following the alleged use of both platforms by China to target critical infrastructure. 

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
August 26, 2026

Over 150 dead, hundreds missing as massive flash flood hits Nepal-Tibet

The embassy also warned U.S. citizens to avoid the affected areas.

Scene of the flash flood
August 26, 2026

Oil prices dip as Iran, Oman meet over Strait of Hormuz

A maritime data firm, Kpler, said only five vessels crossed the strait on Tuesday.

Strait of Hormuz