The 9 at 9: Saturday

Former 2FM DJ sues RTÉ over bogus self-employment, search for survivors continues in Nepal and Iceland votes on its future with the EU.

Weather tomorrow: IMD warns of very heavy rain in many states; extremely heavy rain likely in Odisha

Odisha faces heavy to very heavy rainfall warnings on Sunday. Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya will also experience significant downpours. Bihar, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh are forecast to receive substantial rain. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are pr…

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel thanks India for 'generous support and solidarity' after floods

India News: Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel on Saturday expressed his \"deepest\" gratitude to India for its assistance to the flood-hit Himalayan nation during .

Coal India says gasification scheme rules may favour private sector players

CIL has flagged the 60-day bidding window and exclusion of captive power plants from eligible project costs, saying the rules could disadvantage it against private rivals

Nepal, China floods: Nearly 3,000 missing, 633 dead

Rescuers in Nepal and China were still battling on Saturday to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan region, engulfing villages. The number of missing soared close to 3,000 on…

India news: PM Modi leaves for Central Asian tour

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is traveling to Uzbekistan for a two-day state visit, after which he will go to Kyrgyzstan for the SCO Summit. Meanwhile, hundreds of Indians are still missing in Nepal. DW has more.

Nepal-Tibet floods: Search for survivors enters fourth day as death toll passes 600

Nearly 3,000 people are missing, including two Irish citizens.

How Zohran Mamdani ended up in a fight over Hindu nationalism

On Tuesday, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani was asked about an upcoming appearance by Mohan Bhagwat, a leader of a Hindu nationalist organization, at Madison Square Garden on Saturday.  “I don’t support the rally, but I don’t know if the city has any jurisdicti…

Lost city of Alexander the Great emerges from Iraqi sands: Advanced mapping reveals vast ancient port metropolis

Archaeologists have confirmed and mapped the lost city of Alexandria on the Tigris in southern Iraq, revealing it as a major, deliberately planned commercial hub of the ancient world, not a minor outpost. Using drone imaging and geophysical surveys, researche…

Govt relaxes radiation limits for 5G towers to boost coverage: Report

The revised electromagnetic field limit rules will come into effect next month and double the permitted power density for a 5G base tower station (BTS) to 10 watt per square metre from 5 watts at pres

A New Orleans couple found a 2,000-year-old Roman tombstone in their backyard; the FBI traced it to Italy and returned it 80 years later

US News: In early 2025, Daniella Santoro, an anthropologist at Tulane University, and her partner, Aaron Lorenz, were clearing weeds behind their home in New O.

Rescue operations continue in Nepal, China after floods

Rescuers in Nepal and China were still battling to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan region, engulfing villages.

Economic Digest: A Snapshot of Nepal’s Business News

KATHMANDU: Economic Digest presents a brief yet comprehensive roundup of major business developments in Nepal, delivered in clear and accessible summaries. The text presents a comprehensive picture of Nepal’s response to the devastating Bhote Koshi floods, hi…

Nearly 2,500 missing as Nepal, China step up flood rescue efforts

At least 579 people have been confirmed dead while 1,924 people remain unaccounted for including hundreds of foreigners from India, Malaysia, Australia and the US

Industrial output expands 6.7% in July on manufacturing, power

India Business News: NEW DELHI: Industrial production grew 6.7% in July as compared to 5.4% expansion a year ago as the manufacturing and electricity sector saw robust gro.

Trump: Americans Among Thousands Missing in Nepal Floods

Nepal has almost doubled the number of people unaccounted for following Wednesday’s deadly floods to 1,924, with hundreds of foreigners from countries including India, Malaysia, Australia, the UK and the US still missing. #trump #nepal #news #usa #asia #china…

Number of missing in deadly Nepal, China floods soars to nearly 3,000

The death toll has risen to more than 600, as search and rescue teams battle muddy conditions to reach survivors in affected areas.

Devastating scale of Himalayan floods comes into focus as rescuers arrive

Three days after a catastrophic wall of water, mud and rock tore through Nepal's Himalayan valleys, the scale of the disaster is still coming into focus. At least 579 people are now confirmed dead, nearly 2,000 remain missing, and the danger is not over. Auth…

Rescuers Retrieve Flood Survivors Caked In Mud As Death Toll In Nepal-China Border Disaster Climbs

Rescuers on the Nepal-China border are pulling out flood survivors caked in dark brown mud while helicopters lift stranded people to safety.

Let’s stop letting in ungrateful immigrants

'Some of them come legally, some come illegally, and they're coming in numbers that we can't fully assimilate'

New Seahawks owner Vinod Khosla admits to being ‘big fan’ of another NFL team in bizarre twist

Money can buy an NFL franchise at a $9.612 valuation, but can it buy fandom?

A snack lover’s guide to German crisps

Why is everything paprika flavoured? From the history behind Germany's favourite flavour to the tastes newcomers yearn for, as well as top tips on the crisps worth trying – here’s the scoop on German chips.

Air India Demands US$1.5 Billion In Fresh Funding From TATA & Singapore Airlines After Record Loss

Permanent loss-maker Air India is now seeking about US$1.5 billion (S$1.9 billion) in fresh equity from its owners, Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, resulting in strong condemnation from Singapore politicians. Singapore Airlines currently owns around 25.1% o…

Enteric Pathogens in children under five with diarrhoea in a rotavirus vaccinated population in Coastal Ghana, 2023

Background Despite the introduction and wide coverage of vaccination regimes such as rotavirus vaccination globally, diarrhoea remains as a major public health problem with new studies showing an emerging pattern in its etiology. We assessed the etiology of d…

The 179-Year Background Check

Since emerging from my coma, I have endeavoured to follow my doctors' advice to eschew stress-inducing things like the Internet and spend more time communing with the birds and flowers. However, once in a while, a friendly homing pigeon will insist on

Bank deposits shrink as lenders cut high-cost bulk funds amid FCNR inflows

Aggregate deposits decline by ₹6,534 crore and bank credit by ₹70,639 crore in the fortnight ended August 15; credit-deposit ratio moderates to 81.72 per cent

Exam reform task force seeks public views on overhauling examination system

Nandan Nilekani-led panel invites suggestions from students, parents, teachers and citizens on making public examinations more secure, transparent and reliable

Judge blocks Trump’s Postal Service regulation on mail-in ballots

A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order that prevents the Postal Service from inserting itself into the election process while litigation continues. ================================================================ A federal judge Thursday blocked…

Hindu nationalist leader spurs protests and calls for sanctions ahead of New York City speech

Mohan Bhagwat, head of the Hindu nationalist group RSS, is set to speak in New York City on Saturday

His sister wanted ‘something nobody else in the entire country can have’ for Raksha Bandhan; so he gifted her an Italian luxury sports car worth crores

A brother went above and beyond for his sister's Raksha Bandhan celebration, gifting her an exclusive Maserati MC20—one of just two in India. This remarkable gesture highlights their close relationship, and the unveiling moment, shared on social platforms, ha…

Nepal’s glacial collapse, Haiti’s latest massacre, and Mladić’s death: The Cheat Sheet

Nepal’s glacial collapse, Haiti’s latest massacre, and Mladić’s death: The Cheat Sheet sofia Fri, 08/28/2026 - 12:38

Conservationists move threatened sea turtle nests to safer sand to save eggs from heat and tides; a 2-year study found lower hatching success, smaller hatchlings and just 8% males in one season

Relocating vulnerable sea turtle nests can lead to unexpected negative consequences. When nests are moved to warmer areas, the sex ratio of hatchlings skews heavily towards females. Additionally, even nests placed in shaded locations yield smaller hatchlings …

This Indian pilgrim was about to enter Tibet for her dream tour - then her WhatsApp messages stopped

Her family is among hundreds anxiously waiting for news after the deadly flash floods.

Nepal-Tibet flood deaths pass 500, thousands still missing

The Red Cross says more than 93,000 people are affected by the deadly floods and landslides on the China-Nepal border. Rescue efforts were temporarily paused after an overflowing lake threatened to trigger more floods.

'It's essentially been one long day': A daughter details search for parents in Nepal

Shreya Ahuja is searching for her parents after devastating floods struck Nepal. She is calling for international help and communications access as her family waits for news.

Pay Rs 5L for 'malicious' tactic: Why Bombay HC rejected son’s plea to examine 78-year-old father’s mental health

The Bombay high court dismissed a son's plea for his father's medical examination. This application was deemed an abuse of the Mental Healthcare Act. The court found the request was part of an ongoing property dispute between them. Exemplary costs of five lak…

India signs deal to buy US Javelin anti-tank missiles for Army: US Embassy

A medium-range, man-portable, shoulder-launched missile, the Javelin is designed to engage tanks, other armoured systems and bunkers

Labour board rejects appeal by chain that underpaid foreign workers at Manitoba hotel

A hotel chain must pay more than $100,000 to three foreign workers employed at one of its locations in Manitoba after the province's labour board denied the company's appeal.

Meet “the Ultimate Climate Solution”

Millions of oat-milk drinkers around the world are about to learn that a supermajority of people want stronger climate action. Oatly, the world’s largest oat drink company, is printing summaries of what it calls “the ultimate climate solution” on every carton…

Smiles before the disaster: Millionaire family from Surrey including a former Mrs India UK pose with Nepal tour group before flash flood hit... as hunt for 33 missing British tourists continues

A millionaire family-of-four from Surrey including a former Mrs India UK are among the missing Britons in Nepal following a devastating flash flood this week.

Findmypast Friday: Uncover the Milestones In Your Ancestors' Lives

Nearly 470 killed in Nepal floods: What we know about rescue efforts

The devastating Bhotekoshi flood struck the mountainous Nepal-Tibet border region on Wednesday morning.

TVS Motor Company Appoints Peyman Kargar as Director and Chief Executive Officer

Peyman Kargar appointed Director and Chief Executive Officer of TVS Motor Company, effective January 27, 2027 K. N. Radhakrishnan to continue as Director and Chief Executive Officer until then and subsequently will serve as Non-Executive Director up to the da…

In 1936, Cotar Ramaswami made India Test debut; he was later listed as ‘death unknown’

Cricket News: Only 13 cricketers in the history of Test cricket have made their debuts after turning 40. Two of them were Indians — Rustomji Jamshedji Dorabji Jamsh.

Over 35,000 Indians got UK settlement in 2026, up 51% amid tighter rules

Indian nationals accounted for the largest settlement and citizenship grants as Britain prepares to make its five-year ILR route tougher.

India Is One of the World’s Most Obese Countries, But Few Indians Want GLP-1s

Cheaper weight-loss drugs were expected to take off in India. But despite GLP-1s costing as little as $14 a month, demand has been slower than expected. From stigma to hesitant doctors, Satviki Sanjay explains why price isn’t the only barrier. ---------- Like…

Irish citizens missing after Nepal flooding named on list of unaccounted for tourists

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness said the two men were among 17 people taking part in a pilgrimage.

Survivors fear all is lost after Nepal-Tibet floods

Some survivors say they have lost everything after the Nepal-Tibet floods that killed at least 469 people and left thousands missing.

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The thread and the tongue: Why Raksha Bandhan and Sanskrit Day fall on the same day

Roots & Identity News: This morning, across India and its diaspora, a few hundred million threads were tied onto a few hundred million wrists. It is one of the most reliably.

Several New Yorkers, relatives among the 90 missing Americans in deadly Nepal floods

"It’s been the most devastating 48 hours, I think, of my life," said the Long Island daughter of one of the Americans missing.

Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 FE with One UI 9: Check specs, features and more

Powered by the Exynos 2500 processor, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE comes with camera upgrades and new editing tools, along with updates to several Galaxy AI features

39 Australians Missing in Nepal-Tibet Floods as Death Toll Tops 469, Canberra Sends $5 Million in Aid

At least 39 Australians are missing following flash floods in the Nepal-Tibet region. The Australian government is providing consular support and a $5 million aid package as rescue efforts continue.

Climate Breakdown: Nepal Flash Flood and the Looming Extinction of the Himalayan Glaciers

About 2 billion people in the world -- a fourth of humankind -- depend on glacier melt for their water.

I gave up on getting an H-1B visa because of the $100k fee. I’m optimistic about my future outside the US

Mishra Reddy is deciding whether to live in Canada or India Courtesy of Shreya Mishra Reddy Shreya Mishra Reddy planned to apply for an H-1B visa from outside the US. When news hit that an employer might have to pay $100,000 to hire her, she changed course. R…

I gave up on getting an H-1B visa because of the $100k fee. I’m optimistic about my future outside the US.

When news of the $100,000 H-1B visa fee hit in September 2025, Shreya Mishra Reddy decided the visa was no longer a realistic option for her.

Seahawks news: Seattle fans must deal with new owner's Steelers confession

The Seattle Seahawks were officially sold to Vinod Khosla on Wednesday after the NFL approved the sale. Khosla bought the Seahawks from Paul Allen for a league-record $9.6 billion. Khosla’s purchase came off the heels of the Seahawks’ championship run last se…

Luxon blasts Air NZ for ‘very poor result’, says airline’s $242m loss bad even despite global aviation dramas

Former boss Christoper Luxon says the result is bad even in context of worldwide problems.

Xbox announces 8 new day-one titles coming to Game Pass

The two Xbox livestreams from Gamescom 2026 were packed with gameplay reveals, new trailers, and more. On top of that, several new day-one titles were also announced for Game Pass members.

How melting glaciers contributed to the flooding disaster in the Himalayas

The scale of the disaster in the Himalayas is becoming clearer a day after catastrophic flooding tore through parts of Nepal and Tibet. Scientists believe the disaster was likely triggered by the collapse of a glacier, unleashing a torrent of water, mud and d…

EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Kate Middleton could join King Charles at the helm of the Royal Thames Yacht club to become Commodore when she recovers from her own cancer battle

EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: His first year as monarch has been beset by challenges that neither he nor anyone else envisaged when he was crowned.

About 90 Americans still missing after catastrophic Nepal flash floods kill hundreds, US officials say

In a statement, the U.S. State Department said it is not aware of any U.S. deaths, but three Americans have been rescued.

Another US Navy Supercarrier Set To Deploy To The Middle East

The San Diego-based USS Theodore Roosevelt will be sent to CENTCOM’s area of responsibility to relieve the USS George Washington next month

2 airport workers are dead after malaria cases shock officials at major travel hub

Two employees at Frankfurt Airport in Germany died after six workers contracted airport malaria, prompting mosquito traps and genetic analysis of captured insects.

Twin Disc (TWIN): Record Quarter Comes With A Margin Warning Attached

On August 20, Twin Disc (NASDAQ:TWIN) reported its fiscal fourth-quarter results, and the headline numbers looked like a breakout. Revenue hit $114.4 million...

Hormuz Shipping Traffic Barely Budges as Tanker Attacks, Mine Risks Persist

Vessel transits on Wednesday stayed below the 10-day average as Qatar mediates talks in Tehran and Iran's IRGC claims a revenue-sharing pact with Oman over the strait.

Putting mothers at risk: Senator-doctor’s report documents abortion drug companies endangering women

'It is clear that more stringent oversight mechanisms are needed, beginning with the reinstatement of the in-person dispensing requirement'

Barcelona squad named for Athletic

Hansi Flick has called up 22 players for Thursday’s clash

Two of India’s most celebrated chefs are opening a London restaurant

You’ll find leopard print-adorned interiors and Indian home cooking-inspired dishes at Blackfriars’ latest culinary opening, Bulbul

Thyroid vs Parathyroid: One helps set your body’s pace, the other keeps calcium in check, doctor explains the difference

The thyroid and parathyroid glands occupy adjacent positions in the neck, playing crucial roles in our body's functionality. Thyroid hormones dictate how energy is utilized, influencing our metabolic rate. Meanwhile, the parathyroid glands are responsible for…

Commentary: Nepal’s ‘tsunami of dirt’ highlights rising risk of glacial floods

Glaciers worldwide are in retreat, which can lead to more floods and debris flow disasters, says this researcher.

Incoming Wisconsin guard earns FIBA U-18 Asia Cup All-Star Five honors

Incoming Wisconsin Badgers freshman Jackson Ball has earned FIBA U-18 Asia Cup All-Star Five honors.

Chelsea vs. Luton Town, League Cup: Preview, team news, how to watch

A bit of Carabao in our cup

Gated recessions: multitudes could suffer while the rich grow richer and macro indicators mask hard times

Lower-middle-class households in India may effectively be caught in a ‘gated recession.’ Trying to halt AI job takeovers would do more harm than good but governments could levy higher marginal taxes on the fortunes, inheritances and incomes of the ultra-rich.

How does the Champions League draw work? Key rules for 2026-27 UEFA league phase ceremony

The 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, the 72nd edition of Europe's top tournament, will see the league phase draw commence this week to set the matchups for the first proper phase of the competition.

(VIDEO) Nepal-Tibet Flash Flood: 1,500 Missing, Mostly Tourists, as Glacial Collapse Kills at Least 165 People

A flash flood in Nepal and Tibet has left nearly 1,500 people missing, with a death toll of at least 165. Rescue operations are underway as international aid is mobilised.

Nepal-Tibet flood deaths rise to 168 amid search for hundreds of missing tourists

At least 168 people have been confirmed killed by the massive flash flooding that ravaged the Nepal-Tibet border region on Wednesday.

India news: Modi, Putin to hold bilateral talks in SCO summit

The Indian prime minister will meet Putin on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Bishkek at the end of the month. Meanwhile, India has stepped up efforts as hundreds remain missing after floods in Nepal.

India news: India steps up efforts as hundreds missing in Nepal floods

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he spoke with Nepal's Shah to offer humanitarian assistance. Meanwhile, India's RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat is stirring up controversy in New York. DW has more.

【衝撃】ネパールから投稿される動画がすべて恐ろしい。

最新のCNNニュースによると、26日にネパールと中国との国境付近で発生した洪水による死者が160人に達しました。また行方不明者1300人以上のうち、300人以上が外国人なんだって。これ動画2が凄いなあ。あの巨大な岩がゴロリンゴロリンと・・・。水のパワーって恐ろしい。 （x.com）（予備） Every video emerging from Nepal is somehow even scarier than the last. A peaceful valley under a bright, complete…

How to watch England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: Free Streams & TV Channels

All the ways to watch the 2nd Test match between England and Pakistan at Lord's, including free streams as the cricket series continues in London.

Toxic box office collection day 1: Yash film scores ₹100 Crore opening

Toxic box office collection day 1: Toxic box office collection: Yash's much-awaited Toxic opened in theatres on Aug 26 to mixed reviews. The film had big expectations to live up to after the star's previous blockbuster success

Rescuers search for survivors as 1,300 missing after deadly flash floods in Nepal

Two Irish tourists are believed missing in the Rasuwa region, where they had been on an excursion.

Nepal floods: More than 300 killed, over 1,300 missing

Rescue teams are searching for survivors after a glacial collapse triggered catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet. Hundreds of people, including many foreign tourists, are missing. The death toll from catastrophic flash floods along the border between Nepal …

Nepal floods: Hundreds killed, over 1,000 missing

Rescue teams are searching for survivors after a glacial collapse triggered catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet. Hundreds of people, including many foreign tourists, are missing.

No Indonesians among casualties in Nepal-China border flash flood

No Indonesians were among the foreign nationals reported dead or missing after a flash flood swept through the China-Nepal border area on Wednesday, ...

Hyundai Santa Fe EREV confirmed for 2027 debut – up to 966 km range; over 100 global launches by 2030 planned

At Hyundai’s 2026 CEO Investor Day, the South Korean company announced its product offensive as part of its goal to achieve 5.55 million units in global sales by 2030. From now until then, Hyundai plans […] The post Hyundai Santa Fe EREV confirmed for 2027 de…

Safed Sagar Brings IAF's Kargil Story Alive For Gen Z

If an OTT series can make a young person curious about the armed forces, make a family understand the sacrifices made by those in uniform, or simply make someone walk up to a veteran and say, "Thank you for your service," then it has achieved something far mo…

Questioning the independence of UN special rapporteurs

By Fatima El HashimiA watchdog report lays bare an anti-West and anti-Israel tilt.

2026 Honda City facelift open for booking in Malaysia – sedan first, 10″ touchscreen, 360 cam, BLIS, RM3k rebate

This just in – Honda Malaysia has announced that the facelifted City is now open for booking. The second refresh for the fourth-generation B-segment sedan (we assume the hatch will get it later) brings with […] The post 2026 Honda City facelift open for booki…

PGA Tour Champions golfer Matt Gogel suspended six months for betting on PGA Tour events

Matt Gogel claimed he unknowingly placed small recreational golf betting wagers in 2024, resulting in a six-month PGA Tour Champions suspension.

Top 25 Countries Ranked By Advanced Robot Production Capability

Which countries are best at physical AI and advanced robotics. According to a new report, it's China, and not by a small margin.

Tsunami of dirt: what caused Nepal’s deadly glacial flood?

The glaciers of the Himalayas aren’t safe from climate change. The sudden collapse of a glacier looks to have triggered disaster in Nepal.

Deadly Nepal Flood May Have Been Caused by Ice Snapping Off Glacier, Scientists Say - The New York Times

Deadly Nepal Flood May Have Been Caused by Ice Snapping Off Glacier, Scientists SayThe New York Times Flash flood on Nepal-Tibet border kills more than 150, with hundreds of tourists missingBBC Rescuers search for survivors after devastating Nepal floodReuter…

Russia, Indonesia in early talks over Biak spaceport project

Russian Ambassador to Indonesia Sergei Tolchenov has clarified that Russia and Indonesia remain in preliminary discussions regarding the development of a ...

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Ads in India; ‘performance marketing on steroids’ could pull budgets from search, says Gowthaman Ragothaman

The launch also raises questions around the role agencies will play as OpenAI simultaneously prepares to make its advertising platform available on a self-serve basis.

Nestlé India Targets Top-Five Global Market Position Driven By Dairy, Nutrition, And Premiumisation - EDairy News India

Nestlé India targets a top-five global ranking, driven by capacity expansion, premiumisation, and strong demand across dairy and nutrition categories.

India declares 46-year-old Nigerian wanted over 3.3kg drug seizure

A 46-year-old Nigerian, Emmanuel Afam, has been declared wanted by the Kerala Excise Department over his reported connection to the seizure of 3.3kg of MDMA in Kerala. The Kerala Excise Department said a Look Out Circular had been issued against Afam, as it i…

Spain Celebrates Its Epic, Very Messy Food Fight

Thousands of revelers descended on Buñol on Wednesday for the annual La Tomatina food fight, where they painted the small Spanish town red with up to 165 tons of overripe tomatoes. Loaded trucks proceeded through the crowd, reports the AP , with people standi…

Lil Durk Trial: Jurors See Unreleased ‘Redman’ Video, Defense Calls It ‘Expression of Art’

Lil Durk’s murder-for-hire trial jurors saw his unreleased 'Redman' video as prosecutors suggested it proved motive and the defense said it was 'art.'