Ex-Ekurhuleni Mayor Faces R85M Land Deal Corruption Charges

Former Ekurhuleni mayor Tania Campbell faces mounting scrutiny over multiple allegations involving municipal appointments, property transactions, and procurement decisions during her tenure leading the DA-led multiparty government between 2021 and 2023. According to former senior city officials and a municipal security service provider, Campbell allegedly attempted to interfere with a head of department appointment, pushed … Read more

JCB Hydromax Breaks Hydrogen Speed Record at Bonneville Salt Flats

Driven by land speed legend and retired Royal Air Force pilot Andy Green, a hydrogen-powered streamliner has set a new speed record of 653.87km/h at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats, according to JCB. The achievement eclipses the previous hydrogen internal-combustion benchmark of 298.5km/h set by BMW’s H2R in 2004, as reported by Forbes, though the result … Read more

PRA Starts Process to Forfeit Illegally Reclaimed Land in Taguig

The Philippine Reclamation Authority has initiated forfeiture proceedings to transfer several hectares of illegally reclaimed land on the Taguig side of Laguna Lake to the national government. Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson disclosed the development on Sunday, August 9, following confirmation from the authority that the Taguig City government failed to secure mandatory permits for the … Read more

Zelensky Fires Defense Minister and Army Chief Amid Kyiv Protests

Ukraine faces a crippling political crisis after President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Commander-in-Chief General Oleksandr Syrsky and popular young Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov following a severe leadership rift, according to analysts and military experts following the developments. Leadership Crisis Erupts Amid Drone Warfare Success The high-level fallout began because the nation’s top two military leaders stopped … Read more

Failed Weiti Bay Project: Land to be Sold to Recover $67M Debt

The Weiti Bay housing project, a 909-hectare coastal development north of Auckland, remains stalled in a high-stakes legal battle as creditors seek to recover more than $67 million in debt. Following a May Court of Appeal ruling, control of the land is now subject to an expressions-of-interest process managed by administrators, as warring parties contest … Read more

Britain’s ‘loneliest home’ on Scottish island goes up for sale

A highly secluded traditional home on the Isle of Soay has been put up for sale, offering a rare opportunity for remote living in one of Britain’s most isolated locations. The property is located in the Inner Hebrides on an island where animals outnumber human residents. Property Details and Condition Listed for £975,000, the traditional … Read more

Mary Méndez: New Partner & Warning to Exes After 4 Years

The Rise of ‘Self-Partnering’ and Intentional Singleness: A Global Trend Colombian television personality Mary Méndez’s recent revelation about a four-and-a-half-year period of voluntary celibacy following her divorce isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a reflection of a growing global trend: individuals prioritizing self-discovery, personal growth, and intentional living *before* re-entering the dating world. This isn’t simply … Read more

On The Up: Northland couple land rare Duke University scholarships worth combined $1.25m

A New Zealand student’s long-held dream of attending Duke University in North Carolina is now a reality, thanks to a scholarship worth approximately $500,000. Charissa, a former student of Kerikeri High School, will pursue theatre studies at the prestigious university. A Childhood Dream Realized Charissa’s connection to Duke University dates back to childhood visits with … Read more

Students ready for TV production roles following Peaky Blinders Bootcamp

Peaky Blinders Bootcamp: A Glimpse into the Future of Regional TV Production The West Midlands is rapidly becoming a UK hotspot for television production, and a recent initiative is ensuring local talent is ready to seize the opportunities. A new bootcamp, designed to align with the upcoming series of Peaky Blinders, has equipped 60 students … Read more

Kings Forest Estate finally for sale after land-banking saga spanning five decades

After decades of delays, the first homes are finally set to rise at Kings Forest Estate on the New South Wales north coast. But this isn’t just a local housing story; it’s a microcosm of a national trend: the complex challenges of unlocking land supply and the growing pressure on regional housing markets. The Long … Read more