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Insurance-driven health care threatens public health system, warns KSSP seminar
Experts call for higher government spending, tighter regulation of private players and measures to reduce out-of-pocket treatment costs
Multiple people shot in drive-by shooting south of Brisbane
Police said the vehicle involved in the attack was seen leaving the scene after the shooting outside a licensed boxing venue in Loganholme.
TNSTC driver killed as bus caught in landslip at Burliyar on Mettupalayam-Coonoor ghat road
More than 300 people were stranded along the ghat section following multiple landslips
Young driver rescued in Queensland floodwaters
A young driver has survived a terrifying plunge into floodwaters on the Sunshine Coast, with rescuers reaching the man in the nick of time.
Alleged out-of-control driver ploughs into two pedestrians in Queensland
An alleged out-of-control driver ploughed into two pedestrians at the Gold Coast 500 before allegedly feeing the scene.
Drunk driver crashes into DBKL road crew, killing supervisor on Lebuhraya Sultan Iskandar
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 — A road maintenance supervisor was killed and a lorry driver injured early today when a susp...
Indiana school bus driver gets children out of bus just before it goes up in flames
An Indiana resident captured footage of the moment when a school bus was consumed by flames, leaving only the frame, just after the student passengers were let out. Tom Hanson has the details.
Why is the UK at the forefront of AI-driven job cuts?
AI-linked job losses in the UK are running at twice the rate of US and Germany.
The women who kill and the desperation that drives them
Their crimes shocked Sydney and divided the community. However, new research suggests they are part of a well-established pattern.
Chase Elliott opts out of popular driver award to steer vote to Kyle Busch
Perennial winner Chase Elliott has opted to remove his name from consideration for NASCAR's Most Popular Driver Award out of respect for the late Kyle Busch.
Rail Jan Samvaad, cleanliness drives held at 31 stations in Palakkad division
Special Campaign 6.0 is being observed from October 2 to 31, 2026. Railway officers and supervisors interacted with passengers, students and members of the public, listened to their suggestions and grievances, and addressed their queries at the participating stations.
Financial insecurity drives older people to seek jobs, survey in Bengaluru finds
Nearly half of senior jobseekers reporting employment barriers say employers prefer younger candidates
Cullen still driven by 'amazing' Leinster-Munster rivalry
Leinster host Munster at Aviva Stadium this evening (6pm) in the second Interpro of the new BKT United Rugby Championship season.
Drivers Are Livid After Vote to Ban NYC’s Horse Carriages
The City Council voted 40 to 7 to ban the carriages from Central Park starting in 2028. But the carriage drivers vowed to fight their loss of livelihood in court.
Lorry driver arrested in hit-and-run incident in Keralam’s Kannur
The vehicle and its driver, K. Praveen of Malappuram, were taken into custody by a team led by Pariyaram Inspector K.R. Vinod Kumar.
Body temperature may drive the higher risk of autoimmune conditions in women
Autoimmune conditions are much more common in women than men, which could partly be due to the fluctuating body temperatures that occur during the menstrual cycle and menopause
Police launch special drive after kite string causes woman’s death
The 38-year old woman was killed after manja slit her throat in Hubballi
French prosecutors open hate crime probe after deadly drive-by shooting
The incident, which killed at least one person, is being treated as a possible act of terror.
Preparing for the storm — grassroots action drives Durban’s climate disaster response
By combining immediate humanitarian relief with long-term urban planning, the Durban Coalition and Gift of the Givers demonstrate how grassroots solidarity can protect vulnerable communities from extreme weather.
F1 crown in reach for Kimi Antonelli at bumpy Austin circuit drivers insist is ‘unacceptable’
Max Verstappen says bumpy Texas track makes drivers ‘suffer’
More than 650 drivers caught speeding in last 24 hours
A motorist driving nearly 40km/h over the speed limit was among 650 people detected speeding during the first day of a garda road safety operation.
Terror investigation launched after deadly drive-by shooting near Paris
A gunman opened fire from a car outside Paris on Friday, killing one person and wounding five others, including a 12-year-old girl, French authorities said. “We would like to thank our law enforcement agencies, which have already taken the suspect into custody. The National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's Office has taken over the case,” President Emmanuel M
Sudário, Overdriver Duo e cover do Queen: confira os destaques do fim de semana em Uberlândia e Uberaba
Agenda Cultural Uberlândia 23 de outubro 2026 Redes Sociais/Reprodução Show de lançamento do EP da cantora Magga, a apresentação dos bonecos Maria Clara & JP, cover do Queen com a Bohemian Rock e Overdriver Duo estão entre as atrações do fim de semana em Uberlândia e Uberaba. Veja o que o g1 selecionou entre sexta-feira (23) e domingo (25). A programação inc
Over 1,000 children join FolaDavid world record drive
Nigerian artist FolaDavid is set to lead over 1,000 children in a Guinness World Record attempt for the largest fabric marbling painting in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-1000-children-join-fola-david-world-record-drive/
Rotorua truck driver threatened, forced to empty out bank account at ATM
Police say no firearms were involved and the public is not at risk.
What do experienced EV drivers think of their electric motoring lives?
We spoke to Irish drivers who’ve had their electric cars for at least three years — sometimes longer — to see if their experience has changed over time
Christchurch driver jailed after fatal cyclist hit and run
Ian Huntsman died in hospital about a fortnight after he was hit by a car driven by Tyson Stechman on Evans Pass Road in Sumner.
‘It’s been a slow-motion car crash’: Ireland’s postmortems crisis under scrutiny on RTÉ’s Drivetime
Radio: Colm Ó Mongáin and Katie Hannon favour sober reporting, as Oliver Callan hears lurid revelations
Truck driver threatened, forced to empty out bank account at ATM
The driver says the group of men had a gun although police say this wasn't the case.
Gut feeling drives too many marketing decisions in Ireland, says agency
Don’t underestimate the value of customer feedback, Oisin Byrne of iReach Insights tells Dentsu’s Dave Winterlich
Uber rival inDrive eyes 2027 robotaxi tests in Central Asia with Pony AI and Nvidia
The company plans to begin testing Pony.ai's robotaxis in Kazakhstan's capital in the first half of 2027.
Driver returns to scene after striking pedestrian, fleeing in Scarborough: police
Toronto police say a man was taken to hospital after he was struck by a vehicle that fled but later returned to the scene in Scarborough late Thursday night. Officers were called to Eglinton Avenue East and Mason Road just before 9:45 p.m. for reports of a pedestrian struck. Investigators say the pedestrian, a man […]
Trump claims Iran is 'making up fake hits' on tankers to drive up oil costs ahead of elections
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Fadhlina: Budget 2027 to drive new curriculum and Malaysia Education Plan
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — The Ministry of Education (MOE) will focus on rolling out the new curriculum and the Malays...
Penang hit-and-run: SUV driver arrested after killing two on expressway
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 23 — The driver suspected of being involved in a hit-and-run accident that killed two people on t...
WA news live: Dangerous drivers on notice as Kelly’s Law passes parliament
Kelly’s Law has passed parliament which will disqualify the licences of people facing dangerous driving charges.
Dangerous drivers on notice as Kelly’s Law passes parliament
Kelly’s Law has passed parliament which will disqualify the licences of people facing dangerous driving charges.
Money market funds drive mutual fund assets to N10tn
Nigeria’s mutual fund industry assets grew to N9.89tn as of October 2026, with money market funds accounting for nearly 68% of the total, SEC data shows. Read More: https://punchng.com/money-market-funds-drive-mutual-fund-assets-to-n10tn/
Trump claims Iran doing "everything they can" to drive up oil prices ahead of midterms
President Trump claimed that Iran is intentionally driving up oil prices ahead of the U.S. midterm election after the country took responsibility for striking oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
2027 BMW iX5 first drive: You'll love the range, but maybe not the look
BMW's latest EV will do over 450 miles on a charge and even close its own doors.
Tesla driver using Full Self-Driving struck and killed a man crossing I-80
A 71-year-old man was fatally hit by a Tesla operating in Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode while crossing I-80 in Vallejo, CA around 2:30 AM on Thursday, reports the San Francisco Chronicle. The California Highway Patrol's statement to media outlets says it reviewed video of the accident from the Tesla's dashcam, which "showed the Tesla's brakes […]
Uber driver jailed after running over passenger
An Uber driver in the UK has been jailed for five years for causing death by dangerous driving after running over a passenger who vomited in his car. Read More: https://punchng.com/uber-driver-jailed-after-running-over-passenger/
Barclays bank to cut about 5,000 jobs amid AI drive
British bank Barclays has announced plans to cut around 5,000 jobs, or 5% of its global workforce, by the end of 2026 in an AI efficiency drive. Read More: https://punchng.com/barclays-bank-to-cut-about-5000-jobs-amid-ai-drive/
Paramount+ Shares First-Look Images for Heist Series ‘The Day’ With Minnie Driver, Luca Pasqualino
The show, based on the 2018 Belgian series 'De Dag,' also features Louisa Harland, unfolds across a single day and changes perspective.
POLL PERIL: ANC campaigner suffers electric shock and broken leg during poster drive
Eskom and City Power have warned political parties not to attach their posters to electricity infrastructure.
‘The Day’: First Look At Minnie Driver As Hostage Negotiator In Paramount+ Drama ‘The Day’
EXCLUSIVE: Here’s a first look at Minnie Driver as a hostage negotiator in Paramount+’s tense heist thriller The Day. We’ve got a batch of images for the eight-part British drama, which is based on 2018 Belgian series De Dag and alos stars the likes of Luca Pasqualino and Louisa Harland. The Day unfolds across a […]
Loke welcomes RM5m Masjid Jamek LRT makeover, wants stations to drive local economy
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook today welcomed a RM5 million beautification proje...
NPA suspects police in Kanagawa used old drivers’ licenses illegally
The national police agency has instructed Kanagawa police to confirm the facts in full detail, and has set up a team to conduct a probe nationwide.
Barclays cutting 5,000 jobs in AI-led efficiency drive
Barclays has revealed it is cutting 5,000 jobs - 5% of its workforce - as part of efforts to save costs and drive efficiency through investment in artificial intelligence (AI).
CCTV of Beau Lamarre-Condon visiting McDonald’s drive-thru in van allegedly used to dispose of bodies shown to jury
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Abu Dhabi Finance Week to make half of 2026 sessions private to drive deals
Abu Dhabi Finance Week will hold about half of its sessions behind closed doors this year, as organisers seek to encourage more candid discussions among global financial leaders and generate tangible business outcomes. The event to be held from December 7 to 10 is expected to draw more than 40,000 attendees, including 8,000 senior executives, with financial
Family of driver who died after truck fell into Saitama sinkhole sues prefecture
The family says they suffered extreme psychological distress over an extended period, and that the man had carried out his duties with utmost care.
Perth driver accused of Bibra Lake fatal hit-and-run fronts court
The alleged driver behind the wheel of a hit-and-run clash that claimed the life of a cyclist has been identified.
Lewis Pass crash: Driver dies after car goes off the road in Canterbury
The driver was the car’s sole occupant, police said after the Canterbury crash.
Dangote Cement drivers discuss safety, welfare at Ogun retreat
Dangote Cement drivers discussed road safety, workplace welfare, and operational challenges at a safety retreat organised by the company in Ogun State. Read More: https://punchng.com/dangote-cement-drivers-discuss-safety-welfare-at-ogun-retreat/
Flutterwave, Moove drive Nigeria’s $635m startup funding
Nigerian startups raised $635m in the first nine months of 2026, driven by major funding for Flutterwave and Moove, reclaiming its top spot in Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/flutterwave-moove-drive-nigerias-635m-startup-funding/
Alleged driver charged over hit-and-run that killed cyclist in Perth's south
Police charge a 40-year-old man over a hit-and-run crash that left cyclist Joseph Paratore dead in Bibra Lake on Tuesday.
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