Asia Turns to Fuel Rationing as Hormuz Disruptions Tighten Supply
Asian economies are beginning to feel the squeeze from disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with several countries rolling out fuel-saving measures as global oil supplies come under strain. The unfolding crisis driven by rising tensions in the Middle East involving Iran has slowed tanker traffic through one of the
Iran Hits Gulf Energy Lifelines as Conflict Intensifies
Iran has struck at the heart of the Gulf’s energy network, launching a series of retaliatory attacks on key oil and gas facilities in a major escalation of the ongoing conflict. The strikes, carried out over two days, targeted critical infrastructure in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia—sending
Court Rejects Agasirwe Bail in Kagezi Murder Case
The High Court has denied bail to Senior Superintendent of Police Nickson Agasirwe, delivering a significant setback in the long-running case surrounding the 2015 assassination of senior prosecutor Joan Kagezi. In a decisive ruling, Justice Isaac Muwata found that Agasirwe does not qualify for mandatory bail, despite having spent more
Katikkiro Mayiga backs Shs 15bn Drive for First bone marrow transplant Centre
The Katikiro of Buganda, Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga, has endorsed a landmark initiative to establish Uganda’s first-ever Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) facility, describing it as a game-changer for the country’s healthcare system. The project spearheaded by the Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) in partnership with Pearl Bank and Rotary Uganda
Shincheonji Marks 42nd Anniversary: From a Basement Beginning to a Denomination Growing by Tens of Thousands Every Year
The dedication of the early believers who started in an apartment basement 42 years ago became the seed of a revival that today draws tens of thousands of faithful from around the world every year. At the heart of that growth lies a steadfast principle of faith rooted in the
Iran Stands Firm After Larijani Killing, FM Warns of Regional Reset
Iran’s political system remains unshaken despite the assassination of top official Ali Larijani, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi insisted, in an interview signaling both defiance and a warning to adversaries. Speaking to Al Jazeera, Araghchi dismissed suggestions that the killing could destabilize the Islamic Republic, stressing that the state is anchored
Iran Rocked as Top Security Chief Larijani Killed in Suspected Israeli Strike
Iran has been rocked by the killing of two of its most senior figures, with state media confirming the deaths of top security official Ali Larijani and Basij militia commander Gholamreza Soleimani—just hours after Israel claimed responsibility. The announcement, carried by the semi-official Mehr News Agency, saw Iran’s Supreme National
Four Held Over Wave of Bank-Related Robberies
Police in Nansana have scored a significant breakthrough in investigations into a wave of robberies targeting bank clients across the area. Four suspects were arrested in coordinated operations conducted between March 10 and March 14, 2026, in connection with the attacks. Authorities say the group had been systematically trailing customers
Shock as Morocco Crowned Afcon 2025 Champions After Senegal Forfeit Final
Morocco have been handed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title in extraordinary circumstances after Senegal’s dramatic walk-off in the final cost them the crown. In a ruling that has sent shockwaves across African football, the Confederation of African Football (Caf) Appeal Board declared Senegal forfeited the match after abandoning
Why Stanbic Froze Mayor Fabrice Rulinda’s Shs 275M Transaction Linked to M23 Rebels
The Constitutional Court has dismissed a case filed by Fabrice Rulinda, the Entebbe Mayor and PLU activist, over a $73,000 (about Shs 275 million) transaction that was reversed and his account frozen by Stanbic Bank. On August 11, 2017, the money was deposited into Rulinda’s dollar account at Stanbic’s Bugolobi
