Author: Rini S Akkara
Rini S Akkara
Rini S Akkara, a B.Tech graduate, has been passionately involved in content creation since 2018 and is presently working as a desk reporter at Britain Herald. Readers are encouraged to verify facts independently and seek professional advice before making any decisions based on this content.
Lima: Former Peruvian President Ollanta Humala has been released from prison after Peru’s Constitutional Court overturned his 15-year prison sentence in a landmark ruling tied to the sprawling Odebrecht corruption scandal. The Constitutional Court declared the entire criminal proceedings against Humala null and void, ruling that he had been convicted for conduct that was not legally classified as money laundering at the time the alleged campaign contributions were received. Humala, 64, had been serving his sentence at a special detention facility in eastern Lima that houses several jailed former Peruvian presidents. The former army officer, who served as Peru’s president…
Glasgow: Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage has created history by becoming the country’s first-ever athletics gold medallist at the Commonwealth Games after producing a sensational performance to win the men’s javelin throw final at the 2026 edition in Glasgow. The 23-year-old delivered a winning throw of 89.75 metres, overcoming a world-class field that included Pakistan’s Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem and India’s Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra. Pathirage entered the competition as an underdog but held his nerve despite difficult conditions at Scotstoun Stadium. Remarkably, he managed just one valid throw in his opening five attempts, but his impressive 89.75m…
Kenya: The deaths of 15 elephants near Kenya’s Amboseli National Park over the past month were likely caused by cyanide poisoning linked to pesticides used on nearby tomato farms, according to the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). KWS Director General Erustus Kanga said laboratory analysis of samples collected from the elephant carcasses detected traces of cyanide, a highly toxic chemical compound commonly used in agriculture as a pest fumigant and predator control poison. Cyanide has also been used by poachers to kill wildlife. Kanga stated that, “Cyanide is a highly toxic chemical. If elephants consume cyanide, they cannot survive a day…
Sydney: The Pacific island nation formerly known as Nauru has adopted its traditional name, becoming the Republic of Naoero, following a constitutional amendment approved by parliament in May. President David Adeang confirmed the change in a social media post, announcing that the government had decided against holding a national referendum. David Adeang said the renaming was not about introducing a new identity but recognising one that has long existed among the country’s people. Adeang remarked that, “The decision not to pursue a referendum was reached after thoughtful deliberation that Naoero is not a new name seeking acceptance by the people.…
Kumamoto: The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck southwestern Japan’s Kumamoto Prefecture has risen to 34, as emergency teams continue search-and-rescue operations with ongoing aftershocks and extreme summer temperatures. The magnitude 6.8 earthquake hit Kyushu Island, causing widespread destruction to homes, commercial buildings, and critical infrastructure. Authorities said several victims were killed after part of the Aeon shopping centre in Kashima collapsed, followed by an explosion that tore through the mall about an hour later. Investigators believe the blast was likely caused by a gas explosion, although the exact cause remains under investigation. Rescue teams, supported by thousands…
Washington: The United States has released $600 million in funding for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, while simultaneously blocking the World Health Organization (WHO) from receiving US government funding through the global immunisation partnership. The move marks another significant step in the Trump administration’s efforts to reshape US engagement with international health organisations. In a joint statement, the US Department of State and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) confirmed that the United States will not provide US Government funding to the World Health Organization through Gavi. The decision aligns with President Donald Trump’s directive instructing HHS Secretary Robert…
Nairobi: Kenyan wildlife authorities have launched an urgent investigation after 15 elephants were found dead in areas surrounding the renowned Amboseli National Park in southern Kenya over the past month. The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) confirmed that veterinary experts are examining the carcasses, with tissue samples sent to laboratories to determine the cause of death. Authorities are investigating whether disease, poisoning, environmental factors or another unknown cause is responsible for the unexplained fatalities. According to KWS, the elephant deaths were recorded between June 24 and July 24, 2026, at multiple locations located approximately 15 to 30 kilometres outside the boundaries…
Lima: Keiko Fujimori was sworn in as Peru’s new president after narrowly winning a fiercely contested presidential run-off, marking the return of one of the country’s most influential and controversial political families to power. The 51-year-old conservative leader defeated left-wing candidate Roberto Sanchez by fewer than 50,000 votes in the June election, securing the presidency after three unsuccessful attempts in previous elections. Fujimori now becomes Peru’s ninth president in just 10 years, taking office with years of political instability, economic uncertainty and rising public concern over crime. During the inauguration ceremony in Congress, Fujimori took the presidential oath, pledging to…
Washington: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House in a high-stakes meeting that could coincide with the US Senate’s consideration of sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia and its key energy trade partners. Zelenskyy, who is in Washington to attend the funeral of US Senator Lindsey Graham, is also scheduled to meet members of the Senate. The sanctions legislation, championed by the late Graham and pending for several months, could be brought to a vote on the same day. I have already arrived in the United States. Our schedule includes meetings with…
United States: The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed mandatory inspections for hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX aircraft after discovering that passenger seats on some planes may have been installed incorrectly, potentially creating a safety hazard during emergency landings. According to the FAA, the issue affects 453 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft registered in the United States. The regulator warned that improperly installed seats could detach during an emergency landing, increasing the risk of injuries to passengers and crew. Loose seats could also obstruct cabin aisles, delaying emergency evacuations and compromising passenger safety. The proposed airworthiness directive applies only to…