Ghana repatriates more citizens as violence against migrants intensifies in South Africa

Ghana repatriates more citizens as violence against migrants intensifies in South Africa

The Government of Ghana has brought 216 of its citizens back home from South Africa over the last three days as fears continue to grow over violent attacks targeting people suspected of being irregular migrants. According to Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hundreds of additional Ghanaians have already registered for voluntary repatriation, choosing to return […]

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Menara Merdeka 118 officially becomes Menara Merdeka Maybank as bank begins new chapter

Menara Merdeka 118 officially becomes Menara Merdeka Maybank as bank begins new chapter

Malaysia’s iconic Merdeka 118 tower has officially entered a new era. As of July 28, 2026, the landmark skyscraper is now officially known as Menara Merdeka Maybank, marking a significant milestone in Maybank’s corporate journey and strengthening its presence at one of the nation’s most recognizable buildings. The renaming reflects Maybank’s move into the tower […]

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Myanmar approves death penalty for online scam operators in major crackdown on cybercrime

Myanmar approves death penalty for online scam operators in major crackdown on cybercrime

Myanmar has officially approved a new law that introduces the death penalty for individuals who force people to work in online scam operations through violence, threats, or unlawful detention. The decision marks one of the country’s toughest legal measures yet against the growing problem of organized cybercrime. The legislation, known as the Anti-Online Scam Bill, […]

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Netanyahu arrives at White House for crucial talks with Trump as Iran tensions dominate agenda

Netanyahu arrives at White House for crucial talks with Trump as Iran tensions dominate agenda

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet United States President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday in what is expected to be one of the most closely watched diplomatic meetings of the year. The meeting marks their first face-to-face discussion since the conflict involving Iran escalated and comes at a time […]

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Iran tightens Strait of Hormuz blockade after intercepting six more vessels

Iran tightens Strait of Hormuz blockade after intercepting six more vessels

Iran has continued to reinforce its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by intercepting six vessels that reportedly attempted to travel through routes not authorized by Iranian authorities. According to Iranian state television on Monday, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy stopped the vessels after they allegedly ignored designated transit channels. Warning shots were […]

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