Over 150 Israeli Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Compound and Perform Prayers, Violating Status Quo Under Police Protection.
On the morning of August 16, 2026, a significant number of Israeli settlers, exceeding 150 individuals, entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem. Under the direct protection and escort of Israeli police forces, these settlers were observed performing prayers within the holy site, an act that constitutes a direct violation of the long-standing […]
Northern Metropolis and AI vital to Hong Kong’s 5-year plan: business chambers
Hong Kong’s business community has articulated a clear vision for the city’s future development, urging the government to place paramount importance on the ambitious Northern Metropolis project, solidify its standing as a global financial hub, and accelerate its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy within the framework of the upcoming inaugural five-year plan. These priorities, put forth […]
Pentagon Forges Landmark Seven-Year Agreements with Boeing and RTX to Accelerate Standard Missile-3 Production and Stabilize Defense Supply Chains
The Department of Defense announced on Friday the signing of two pivotal framework agreements with Boeing and RTX, the parent company of Raytheon, aimed at significantly expanding the production capacity of critical components for the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3). This strategic move is designed to fortify the supply chain for the U.S. Navy’s premier ship-launched interceptor, […]
UN Report Highlights Over 900 Obstacles Hampering West Bank Aid Amid Escalating Humanitarian Crisis
More than 900 physical obstacles, including a complex network of Israeli checkpoints, gates, roadblocks, earth mounds, and other restrictions, are significantly delaying and limiting the delivery of essential humanitarian aid across the West Bank, according to a recent assessment by the United Nations. This pervasive system of control fragments Palestinian communities and severely impedes the […]
What comes next for Hong Kong as a global financial hub?
Hong Kong needs more yuan products, commodity trading infrastructure and fintech innovation, market participants say. Published: 8:30am, 13 Aug 2026 Updated: 8:33am, 13 Aug 2026 The future trajectory of Hong Kong as a preeminent global financial centre hinges on a strategic expansion of its renminbi (yuan) product offerings, the development of robust commodity trading infrastructure, […]
Grandmothers and Grandfathers Under Siege: UK Counter-Terrorism Police Target Elderly Palestine Action Supporters
Marji Mansfield, a 70-year-old grandmother of seven, lives in a state of perpetual apprehension, awaiting the arrival of British counter-terrorism police at her doorstep. The deepest anxieties crystallize between five and seven in the morning, a period historically favoured by law enforcement for dawn raids, a fear particularly acute when her grandchildren are staying overnight. […]
Heightened Tensions Erupt in Strait of Hormuz as Iranian Naval Drills Coincide with Increased Regional Volatility
DUBAI, UAE – August 12, 2026 – The strategic Strait of Hormuz became the focal point of international concern today as Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy concluded a series of extensive maritime exercises, involving dozens of vessels and significant air support. The maneuvers, which commenced earlier this week and culminated in a large-scale […]
Boeing Unveils Ultra Low-Cost Seeker to Enhance Missile Inventory and Combat Cost Challenges in Modern Warfare
Boeing officially introduced its Ultra Low-Cost Seeker (ULCS) during the opening of the annual Space and Missile Defense (SMD) Symposium in Huntsville, Alabama, signaling a strategic shift toward high-volume, affordable precision munitions. The aerospace giant presented the new technology as a direct response to the Pentagon’s growing need for cost-effective guidance systems that can be […]
Live Blog Update| War on Iran
The escalating conflict dubbed the "War on Iran" witnessed a grim new development on August 10, 2026, as a US-Israeli joint strike reportedly targeted the Shajareh Tayyebeh primary school in Minab, located in Iran’s southern Hormozgan province. The incident, which Iranian authorities claim resulted in significant civilian casualties, including children, has intensified international condemnation and […]
Why I’m backing Adeleke despite being ADC member Dele Momodu
In a move that has sent ripples through the Nigerian political landscape, prominent African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain and former presidential aspirant, Dele Momodu, has officially declared his support for Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party in the upcoming Osun State gubernatorial election. Scheduled for August 15, 2026, the poll is increasingly viewed as […]
