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By providing your information, you agree to ourTerms of Useand ourPrivacy Policy. We use vendors that may also process your information to help provide our services. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the GooglePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Serviceapply. For most actors, joining a massive comic book franchise comes with the obligation of taking on a grueling fitness regimen to get into superhero shape. ButEmma Corrin supcoming villainous turn in Deadpool Wolverine came with slightly different instructions. In a newvideo interview with British GQ, the nonbinary actor explained that they were excited about the challenge of working out for thefilm, but were told by Marvel executives that it wasn t necessary. This is funny because I did ask if I could have a personal trainer and they said no, Corrin said. They said I don t have to undergo any physical training. I was so ready to undergo a huge transformation but they were like, That s absolutely not required of you. Please stand down. I tried. Related StoriesDaisy EdgarJones Says Her Twisters Workout Was Comparable to Paul Mescal s Gladiator II Transformation The Substance Teaser: Demi Moore Is Reborn as Margaret Qualley in Feminist Horror Take on Cinderella. They cited Christoph Waltz s performance as Hans Landa in Quentin Tarantino s Inglorious Basterds as a key inspiration for the role. He s so disarmingly polite and nice and unaffected, and it s really creepy, Corrin said. It s all the more sinister because he doesn t need to do anything. . Corrin added that theircostar Ryan Reynoldsand director Shawn Levy constantly encouraged them to envision the character as a departure from previous comic book villains, which likely softened the blow of not getting a personal trainer. Ryan and Shawn pitched this idea, which I was totally on board with: We want this villain to not be a villain in the sense that you expect them to be. We want you to be so endeared by her, so charmed by her, and just when you think that maybe she s totally seen into your soul and you are going to be best friends for life, you re dead. . By providing your information, you agree to ourTerms of Useand ourPrivacy Policy. We use vendors that may also process your information to help provide our services. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the GooglePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Serviceapply. By providing your information, you agree to ourTerms of Useand ourPrivacy Policy. We use vendors that may also process your information to help provide our services. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the GooglePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Serviceapply.

Emma Corrin's upcoming role in Deadpool Wolverine will not require intense physical training, as Marvel executives want their character to be subtly unsettling, taking inspiration from Christoph Waltz's performance in Inglorious Basterds. Corrin's costar Ryan Reynolds and director Shawn Levy aim for a different approach to the villain character, focusing on charm and unpredictability rather than traditional malevolence.

President Yoon Sukyeol on Tuesday vetoed an act to appoint an independent special counsel to investigate alleged obstruction of an investigation into and the coverup of the death of a Marine in the line of duty. This was the 15th bill vetoed by Yoon and, as the first bill passed by the 22nd National Assembly, signaled a renewed veto standoff. Yoon exercised his veto that afternoon from Honolulu, Hawaii, by electronically authorizing a motion requesting parliamentary reconsideration that had been approved at a morning Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Han Ducksoo. It is rare for a veto to be exercised while abroad. Given the substantial truth and accountability identified by the police investigation, the results of which were announced yesterday, the act to appoint a special counsel to investigate the death of the marine in the line of duty, which the opposition party unilaterally pushed forward, should be withdrawn, the presidential office said regarding Yoon s veto. The act to appoint a special counsel was passed during a plenary session of the 22nd National Assembly, a move led by opposition parties, just 37 days after it was initially vetoed by Yoon during the 21st National Assembly. Yoon exercised his veto five days after the bill passed the National Assembly and four days after it was transferred to the government. As the veto deadline was July 20, the presidential office had considered exercising the veto after Yoon s return from the United States. However, it appears that the timing was moved up after the Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency decided the previous day not to seek charges against Lim Seonggeun, the former commander of the 1st Marine Division to which the deceased Marine belonged at the time of his death. Opposition parties strongly opposed the veto. Yoon Jongkun, a spokesperson for the Democratic Party of Korea, stated, President Yoon has squandered his last chance to regain the people s trust. This will mark the beginning of his administration s downfall. . The Rebuilding Korea Party, during a press conference held by all 12 of its members, declared, The Republic of Korea will not stand by as the president directly challenges public sentiment. We will make every effort to repass the bill. . By Jang Narye, staff reporter; Kang Jaegu, staff reporter. Please direct questions or comments to englishhani.co.kr

President Yoon Sukyeol vetoed a bill to appoint an independent special counsel to investigate the death of a Marine. This move, Yoon's 15th veto, sparked a conflict as it was the first bill of the 22nd National Assembly. Yoon exercised his veto from Honolulu, citing police findings as reason to withdraw the bill. Opposition parties strongly opposed the veto, signaling potential political turmoil ahead.

New York State dominated a list of the "worst tourist traps" in the United States. Do you agree?. 247 Wall Street recently named the "18 Worst Tourist Traps in America.". To craft its list, the website searched ten different travel blogs and websites. Four landmarks across New York State made the list. For all the news that the Hudson Valley is sharing make sure to followHudson Valley Post on Facebook,download theHudson Valley Post Mobile. Do you agree these landmarks are really "tourist traps?". Despite all four being labeled a tourist trap it doesn't mean you should "steer clear," 247 Wall Street states. "A lot of travelers can tell some pretty great stories of their experiences at a tourist trap. These places can, indeed, be memorymakers," 247 Wall Street states about "18 Worst Tourist Traps in America.". Another publication agrees with Times Square being a "tourist trap." The online language learning platformPreply, recently put out a survey of over 80 iconic locations around the globe to determine "The World's Most Stressful Tourist Traps.". Times Square is thebiggest tourist trap on the globe, according to research from Preply. "Its legendary status attracts approximately 330,000 people daily which some say makes it a stressful and overcrowded experience," Preply states. If you do travel to these landmarks, just know they appear to becrawling with bed bugs. Gallery Credit:Scott Clow. Keep Reading:. When it comes to bed bugs, New Yorkers are very concerned! Gallery Credit:Dave Wheeler

New York State tops the list of "worst tourist traps" in the U.S. according to 247 Wall Street, with four landmarks making the list. Despite being labeled as such, these places can still create memorable experiences for travelers. Times Square is named the biggest tourist trap globally, attracting 330,000 people daily, leading to overcrowding and stress, according to Preply. Concerns about bed bugs are also mentioned.

Houston Herald. All The News. All The Time. Four persons were injured one of them seriously in an accident just west of Raymondville on Wednesday morning, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said. Tpr. Justin Dedmon said an eastbound 2011 Ford Edge driven by Gretchen M. White, 25, of Winona, crossed the center of Highway B and struck a westbound 2007 Chevrolet 2500 pulling an enclosed horse trailer operated by Blake J. Wies, 41, of Fayette. White, who was wearing a seat belt, was flown by medical helicopter to Mercy Hospital in Springfield with serious injuries. Wies had moderate injuries; and Sarah S. Wies, 40, and a 15yearold girl both had minor injuries. All were transported by ambulance to Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston, said Dedmon. Everyone but the girl was wearing a seat belt, he said. The wreck sparked an emergency response from several agencies, including the Houston Rescue Squad, Houston Rural Fire Department, Raymondville Fire Department and Texas County Sheriff s Department, as well as two EMS units from Texas County Memorial Hospital. Assisting Dedmon was MSgt. Dale Pounds.The extent of injuries to four horses is not known. The extent of injuries to four horses is not known.

Four people were injured, one seriously, in a car accident near Raymondville. A Ford Edge crossed lanes and hit a Chevrolet 2500 towing a horse trailer. The Ford driver was airlifted with serious injuries, the Chevrolet driver had moderate injuries, and two passengers suffered minor injuries. The article mentions the emergency response from various agencies, and the condition of four horses involved is uncertain.

A daily update by email. Science news, great photos, sky alerts. When studying distantexoplanets or worlds orbiting other stars astronomers examine what they look like, how big and massive they are, what kind of atmosphere they have and more. But what about how theysmell? We now know that at one exoplanet, at least, really stinks at least according to our human sense of smell. On July 8, 2024, astronomers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland,saidthat the Jupitersized exoplanet HD 189733 b smells like rotten eggs, thanks tohydrogen sulfidein its atmosphere. They used NASA sJames Webb Space Telescopeto make the observations. The researcherspublishedtheirpeerreviewedfindings inNatureon July 8, 2024. Discovered in 2005, HD 189733 b is a gas giant exoplanet about the same size as Jupiter. Only64 lightyearsfrom Earth, it is the closest knownhot Jupitertype exoplanet that transits in front of its star as seen from Earth. This makes it ideal for atmospheric study by astronomers. Hot Jupiters are gas giants that orbit very close to their stars, unlike Jupiter and Saturn in our solar system. The planet orbits 13 times closer to its star than Mercury does to our own sun. It orbits its star in only two days. The stinky exoplanet s atmosphere contains carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxygen and water. Since it is so close to its star, it is scorching hot, with deadly weather. Temperatures reach 1,700 degrees Fahrenheit 930 C and winds howl at 5,000 mph 8,000 kph. The extreme winds blow the glass sideways as it falls. But there s something else on HD 189733 b, which in fact makes up most of its atmosphere: hydrogen sulfide. This is why the planet smells so bad. Hydrogen sulfide is known for being a smelly gas. On Earth, it is one of many gases released byvolcanic eruptions. Scientists didn t know that they would find it on HD 189733 b, even though they predicted it should be there.Guangwei Fu, an astrophysicist at Johns Hopkins, was the lead author of the new study. He said:. Hydrogen sulfide is a major molecule that we didn t know was there. We predicted it would be, and we know it s in Jupiter, but we hadn t really detected it outside the solar system. We re not looking for life on this planet because it s way too hot, but finding hydrogen sulfide is a stepping stone for finding this molecule on other planets and gaining more understanding of how different types of planets form. Hydrogen sulfide is a central part of thesulfur cycle, thebiogeochemical cycleof sulfur on Earth. Sulfur is an essential part of that process, as Fu explained:. Sulfur is a vital element for building more complex molecules, and like carbon, nitrogen, oxygen and phosphate scientists need to study it more to fully understand how planets are made and what they re made of. Webb will help scientists detect and study suffer and hydrogen sulfide in other gas giant exoplanets, too. Fu said:. Say we study another 100 hot Jupiters and they re all sulfur enhanced. What does that mean about how they were born and how they form differently compared to our own Jupiter?. While Webb confirmed hydrogen sulfide on HD 189733 b, it also established a lack of methane. Astronomers had suspected that the planet likely wouldn t have much, if any, methane, due to its hot temperatures. Fu said:. We had been thinking this planet was too hot to have high concentrations of methane, and now we know that it doesn t. Webb also foundheavy metalsin similar amounts to those on Jupiter. In general, heavy metals are generally defined as metallic elements with relatively high densities,atomic weightsoratomic numbers. Fu said:. This Jupitermass planet is very close to Earth and has been very well studied. Now we have this new measurement to show that indeed the metal concentrations it has provide a very important anchor point to this study of how a planet s composition varies with its mass and radius. The finding is interesting, since, in our solar system, the ice giants Uranus and Neptune contain more heavy metals than the gas giants Jupiter and Saturn. Scientists say this means that Uranus and Neptune accumulated more ice, rock and other heavy elements relative to gases like hydrogen and helium when they were first forming. Since the amount of heavy metals on HD 189733 b is similar to Jupiter, this is consistent with what we know so far about how planets form. Fu added:. The findings support our understanding of how planets form through creating more solid material after initial core formation and then are naturally enhanced with heavy metals. The researchers now plan to study additional exoplanets and see how they compare to the stinky exoplanet HD 189773 b. Bottom line: Astronomers say that the giant stinky exoplanet HD 189733 b smells so bad like rotten eggs thanks to hydrogen sulfide in its atmosphere. Source: Hydrogen sulfide and metalenriched atmosphere for a Jupitermass exoplanet. Via Johns Hopkins University.

Astronomers discover that exoplanet HD 189733 b, the size of Jupiter, smells like rotten eggs due to hydrogen sulfide in its atmosphere. The planet, only 64 light years away, has scorching temperatures, extreme winds, and lacks methane but contains heavy metals, similar to Jupiter. This finding sheds light on planet formation and will aid in studying other exoplanets.

Menu. The man who died after being shot in an exchange of gunfire with Yellowstone National Park rangers on Thursday, July 4, 2024, has been identified as Samson Lucas Bariah Fussner. Fussner, 28 years old, was from Milton, Florida, according to the Park County Wyoming Coroner's Office, who released his name on Monday. In the early hours of July 4, dispatchers alerted Codyarea law enforcement to be on the lookout for a dangerous individual, who could be heading their way. Cody units, I'm sending you guys a message for a BOLO about an armed and dangerous suspect," the dispatcher said. Last seen leaving Yellowstone National Park headed in an unknown direction. . At the time, it was believed that Fussner had left the Canyon Village area. He is believed to have a pistol and possibly other larger weapons in his possession as well as a knife, the dispatcher said. "Looks like he held a female hostage at gunpoint and threatened to suicide by cop.". But Fussner was found in the Canyon Village area and when rangers contacted him there was an "exchange of gunfire.". . . Fussner was shot and killed while wielding a gun and making threats during the altercation with numerous rangers. One ranger was injured and taken to a hospital. Authorities have not provided a condition update as of Monday, although the ranger was initially reported to be in stable condition. Authorities have not yet released the names of any of the rangers involved in the shooting. The Cowboy State Dailyreportedthat Fussner was an employee with Xanterra Travel Collection, the company that operates concession stands and other businesses in the park. MTN News has not been able to independently confirm Fussner's employment. The FBI, National Park Service, and the Park County Sheriff's Office are continuing to investigate. We will update you if we get more information. . Report a typo. About Us

Samson Lucas Bariah Fussner, a 28-year-old man from Milton, Florida, was shot and killed by Yellowstone National Park rangers after an exchange of gunfire. Fussner, believed to be armed and dangerous, had held a female hostage at gunpoint. During the altercation, one ranger was injured, and Fussner, who worked for Xanterra Travel Collection, was fatally shot. The FBI, National Park Service, and Park County Sheriff's Office are investigating the incident.

Andrea Torres, Digital Journalist. Published:July 5, 2024 at 3:01 PM. Updated:July 5, 2024 at 3:25 PM. Andrea Torres, Digital Journalist. MIAMI WithA. Ten Eyck Brownas the architect in 1925, it took about three years to build a 27story neoclassical skyscraper in Miami to house City Hall, a courthouse, and a jail. In 1989, the U.S. National Register of Historic Places deemed the building with a zigguratshaped cap, at 73 W. Flagler St., worthy of preservation. Maintaining it proved challenging. Recommended Videos. MiamiDade County officials have been searching for a buyer. Property records show the assessed value is over 43 million. An upcoming bid starts at 52.3 million. According tothe county s invitation, the prebid conference is July 15, tours are July 27 and Aug. 3, the deadline for questions is Aug. 23, and the deadline for bids is Sept. 4. Eleventh Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Nushin G. Sayfie and former Chief Judge Bertila Soto released astatement to the Daily Business Reviewsaying they felt the move out of the iconic building was bittersweet and they were hopeful the next owner was going to put much less stress on it. . Stay informed with regular local breaking news alerts. Copyright 2024 by WPLG Local10.com All rights reserved. The Emmy Awardwinning journalist joined the Local 10 News team in 2013. She wrote for the Miami Herald for more than 9 years and won a Green Eyeshade Award. email. Recommended Videos. Cookie Preferences. If you need help with the Public File, call 954 3642526. Copyright 2024 Local10.com is published by WPLG INC., a Berkshire Hathaway company.

Miami's historic neoclassical skyscraper on 73 W. Flagler St. is up for sale by Miami-Dade County officials, with a starting bid of 52.3 million. The building, with a ziggurat-shaped cap, has been deemed worthy of preservation but has proven challenging to maintain. The upcoming bid process includes various dates for conferences, tours, and deadlines for questions and bids. The move out of this iconic building is described as bittersweet by Eleventh Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Nushin G. Sayfie and former Chief Judge Bertila Soto, who hope the next owner will alleviate the stress on the structure.

Sign in to continue. Business News of Saturday, 6 July 2024. Source:Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association. Prev. Next . Comments 4. Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association. The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association GUCDA is urging Ghanaians to acknowledge the significant economic and social contributions of the nation's thriving secondhand clothing industry, locally known as "obroni wawu. "This call was made during a live LinkedIn session hosted by Channel One's Umaru Sanda Amadu and Brands and Communication Marketing Professional, Jannice Tagoe.The discussion focused on the social and environmental benefits of the secondhand clothing industry. GUCDA representatives emphasized that millions of Ghanaians rely on the affordable clothing provided by this market, which fulfills a basic need and drives significant economic activity.Additionally, women play a vital role in this sector, making up a substantial portion of the workforce.Addressing misconceptions that the secondhand trade is solely waste disposal, GUCDA's General Secretary, Edward Atobrah Binkley, clarified that less than 5 of imported clothing is waste. "GUCDA actively collaborates with stakeholders, including the Accra Metropolitan Assembly AMA and the Environmental Protection Agency EPA, to ensure the safety of Ghanaians and the environment. "GUCDA's industry report, authored by Stephen Odonkor of Metropolitan Research Education Bureau and Evolution International, and independent reports by GIZ confirm that waste levels are minimal, around just 2, in contrast to the misleading images circulated. Such narratives could lead to harmful regulations threatening millions of livelihoods," he stated.Binkley emphasized GUCDA's commitment to quality, stating "Importers adhere to strict standards, and collaboration with the Ghana Customs Service ensures compliance. Beyond affordability, we foster a circular economy. By reusing existing garments, we reduce the demand for resourceintensive new clothing, benefiting the environment," he added.Marlvin Owusu, an Executive Member of GUCDA, emphasized that the industry is dedicated to protecting the economy, preserving the environment, and promoting sustainability for the benefit of future generations.Established over four decades ago, GUCDA has been a steadfast advocate for the positive impacts of the secondhand clothing industry, which fuels economic growth, empowers countless individuals, and employs approximately 2.5 million Ghanaians.The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association calls for continued support of this vital industry. The secondhand clothing trade demonstrably uplifts countless Ghanaians, drives economic growth, and fosters a more sustainable future.

The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association emphasizes the economic and social importance of the nation's secondhand clothing industry. They highlight the benefits of affordable clothing, particularly for women, and refute misconceptions about it being solely waste disposal. The industry commits to quality, environmental sustainability, and a circular economy. The association calls for ongoing support to preserve livelihoods, drive economic growth, and promote sustainability.

Sign inorSubscribeSee Offers. . Account Subscription: ACTIVE. Questions about your account? Our customer service team can be reached atcirculationmetln.orgduring business hours at207 7916000. There is no requirement to notify the office of Maine's longterm care ombudsmen when residents wander from residential care something that happened at least 115 times from 2020 to 2022. It looks like you do not have any active subscriptions. To get one,go to the subscriptions page. Brenda Gallant, Maine s longterm care ombudsman, said while there is no requirement that her office be alerted about these incidents called elopements she sometimes hears of them from an assisted housing facility, family member or another concerned person, or when the Department of Health and Human Services cites a facility. But The Monitor s recent reporting surprised her. We were not aware of the number of elopements from assisted housing, Gallant told The Monitor. The numbers are indicative of a need for providers to take steps to develop a plan to assure the safety of residents as required by regulation. . Arecent investigationby The Maine Monitor and ProPublica found that residents of Maine s Level IV residential care facilities generally known as assisted living facilities unsafely wandered away at least 115 times from 2020 to 2022. In the vast majority of those cases, the state never inspected the facilities, conducting only a desk review or no investigation at all. Only two cases one resulting in a death led to sanctions.Advertisement. Lindsay Hammes, a DHHS spokesperson, said investigators decide not to take action for a variety of reasons, including because a facility has moved to correct the underlying issue. The department takes seriously and investigates instances of elopement. A desk review is one type of investigation, Hammes said. Hammes also noted that the 115 cases of elopement found by The Monitor likely varied in severity, adding in a response this week that some may have been situations where residents may not have returned at the expected time. . In recent months, Gallant said DHHS s division of licensing and certification, which provides regulatory oversight of the state s medical and longterm care facilities, has been in touch with her office and medical providers to seek input on assisted housing regulations. She pointed to the upcoming rulemaking process as a chance to address questions of safety at assisted living facilities. In the months ahead, assisted housing regulations will go out to rulemaking with an opportunity for public comment and a required review by the Legislature. This will be critically important in strengthening protections for resident care, Gallant said. The needs of residents in assisted housing facilities have increased significantly over the years, making regulatory change a necessity. . Hammes said DHHS expects the updated regulations will be ready for legislative review in January, and may include updated provisions related to elopement incidents and reporting requirements.Advertisement. Rule revisions are based on input from DHHS, residents, providers, partners and the public, and seek to address areas within the system in need of oversight to ensure the health and safety of residents in these settings, Hammes said. Gallant noted that regulations are only a minimum standard, and ultimately it is up to facilities to ensure the safety of their residents. If a resident living in assisted housing is in danger of elopement, the facility must identify this risk in the service plan and take steps to protect the wellbeing and safety of the resident, Gallant said. This may involve increased staffing, frequent checks and staff training to engage and redirect residents who wander. Residents who are at risk of elopement should be cared for in a secure environment. . Rep. Dan Shagoury, a Democrat representing Hallowell, Manchester and West Gardiner who serves on the health and human services committee, told The Monitor he too was very surprised by the number of elopements at Level IV facilities. He said he would consider introducing legislation next session, if he is reelected in November, around the department s limited investigation of these incidents, but first he wants more information from DHHS about why it doesn t investigate every elopement it hears about. I like it when the department selfpolices, and they do that fairly often and pretty well but not always. . This story was originally published byThe Maine Monitor, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from the Monitor, sign up for a free Monitor newsletterhere. Modify your screen name. . Pleasesign intoyour Press Herald account to participate in conversations below. If you do not have an account, you canregisterorsubscribe. Questions? Pleasesee our FAQs. Your commenting screen name has been updated. Send questionscommentsto the editors. Previous. Next

Maine's long-term care ombudsman is alarmed by the 115 cases of residents wandering away from assisted living facilities between 2020 and 2022 with little oversight. The Department of Health and Human Services faces criticism for insufficient investigations, prompting discussions on strengthening regulations to ensure resident safety. Legislators and officials are considering introducing new legislation and rules to address these concerning lapses in care.

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Hungary s Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Beijing yesterday, and the two sides exchanged indepth views on the Ukraine crisis. Orban briefed Xi on his recent visits to Ukraine and Russia. Xi expressed appreciation for Orban s efforts in promoting the political settlement of the Ukraine crisis and elaborated on China s relevant views and propositions. Xi stressed that an early ceasefire and a political settlement are in the interests of all sides, adding that the priority is to cool down the situation by observing the three principles of no expansion of the battlefield, no escalation of fighting, and no fanning by any party over the flames. Xi called on the international community to create conditions and provide support for the resumption of direct dialogue and negotiation between the two sides, saying that only if all major countries inject positive rather than negative energy, can a ceasefire in this conflict emerge as soon as possible. China has been actively promoting peace talks in its own way and encouraging and supporting all efforts conducive to a peaceful settlement of the crisis, he said, adding that the basic propositions of China and Hungary and the direction of their efforts are the same and that China is willing to stay in communication with Hungary and all relevant parties. Xi noted that during his successful state visit to Hungary two months ago, the bilateral relations were elevated to an allweather comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era, which gave new historical significance to the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties this year and injected strong impetus into the highlevel development of ChinaHungary relations. Noting that the third plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee will be held next week, Xi said China will further deepen overall reform and promote highquality development and highlevel opening up, which will provide new opportunities and create new momentum for ChinaHungary cooperation. Xi said that the two countries should maintain highlevel exchanges, deepen political mutual trust, strengthen strategic communication and coordination, continue to firmly support each other, strengthen practical cooperation in various fields, advance highquality Belt and Road cooperation, and continue to enrich the bilateral allweather comprehensive strategic partnership for a new era to better benefit the people. He congratulated Hungary on assuming the rotating presidency of the European Union EU and said there is no geopolitical contradiction or fundamental conflict of interests between China and the EU. ChinaEU relations are of strategic significance and global influence and should maintain steady and sound development, Xi said, calling on the two sides to jointly respond to global challenges. Next year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and the EU, Xi said, adding that the two sides should stay committed to the correct path of bilateral partnership with cooperation as the defining trend, continue to promote twoway opening up, strengthen international coordination, and contribute to world peace, stability, development and prosperity. It is hoped that Hungary, as the holder of the rotating EU presidency, will play a positive role in promoting the sound and stable development of ChinaEU relations and facilitating constructive interactions, Xi added. Orban said that over the past two months, the two sides have earnestly implemented the important outcomes of President Xi s visit to Hungary, strengthened friendship and mutual trust, and laid a solid foundation for the future development of bilateral relations. In the face of the current turbulent international situation, China not only loves peace but has also put forward a series of constructive and important initiatives, proving with its own concrete actions that China is an important stabilizing force for world peace, Orban said. He added that Hungary highly appreciates and values China s role and influence and is willing to maintain close strategic communication and coordination with China. Hungary advocates strengthening cooperation with China and opposes forming exclusionary cliques and bloc confrontation, Orban said.Hungary is willing to take the rotating EU presidency as an opportunity to actively promote the sound development of EUChina relations, he said. Xinhua. 2024 IPPMEDIA.COM. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban discussed the Ukraine crisis in Beijing. Xi praised Orban's efforts in promoting a political settlement and emphasized the importance of a ceasefire. Both leaders agreed on the need for international support to facilitate dialogue between conflicting parties. Xi highlighted the strengthened China-Hungary relations and called for deepening cooperation, especially within the Belt and Road initiative. Orban acknowledged China's peaceful initiatives and expressed Hungary's commitment to enhancing EU-China relations during its rotating EU presidency.

Friends Read Free. The Northern Territory NT Police have announced another curfew in the central Australian town of Alice Springs in the wake of a series of violent assaults in the remote community. The threeday public order will last from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. and apply to both adults and children. Declaring the curfew on Monday afternoon July 8, NT Commissioner Michael Murphy said the move aims to disrupt the behaviours associated with the harm we re seeing in the outback town. A litany of serious incidents unfolded over the weekend, including a largescale fight involving 80 people in which police were assaulted. Four offduty police officers were also set upon by 20 assailants who assaulted and robbed them. There was also the unlawful discharge of fireworks into a business premises, a knife incident, the aggravated robbery of a service station by three youths, and stolen motor vehicle pursuits which led to the arrest of 12 people, police noted. Areas subjected to the curfew include the town centre between Anzac Hill, the Alice Springs Hospital, the Stuart Highway and Leichhardt Terrace, which runs along the Todd River. During the curfew, police have powers to control the movement of people to prevent, stop or reduce public disorder in the declared area. For example, police can direct a person to leave a declared area, direct a group to disperse, and order a person to remain in a location for no longer than two hours. At the same time, police must ensure that directions are given in a manner that is likely to be heard by all persons. She criticised the violence over last few days as unacceptable. . I love Alice Springs, but the offending and behaviour that we have seen over the last 96 hours will not be tolerated, she told reporters. Territory police are doing an incredible job in very difficult circumstances and I want to personally thank the police commissioner, Michael Murphy. . Ms. Lawler added that past experience showed curfews can be an effective circuit breaker in the remote town. The curfew will provide police extra powers to get on top of the situation on the ground in Alice Springs, she noted. This is exactly why my government passed curfew legislation in May. We want police to use the curfew powers when it s needed, and that time is right now. . Meanwhile, the minister referred to comments by Police Minister Brent Potter vast majority of people in Alice Springs do the right thing every single day, such as small businesses trying to make a living and tourism services trying to operate in the town. And then we have a small number of people that bring that town down by doing some, you know, disgraceful acts that we ve seen, she said. This is the second curfew in Alice Springs this year. The first public disorder declaration took place in April. It was extended by six days after being originally implemented in late March in response to a string of violent incidents and unrest in the city. Young people under the age of 18 were unable to enter the town centre between the hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. without a valid reason.

NT Police have imposed a three-day curfew in Alice Springs following violent incidents, including assaults on police officers and public unrest. The curfew aims to curb harmful behaviors in the community and grants police additional powers to restore order. This is the second curfew in Alice Springs this year, with the previous one in April being extended due to ongoing violent incidents.

The Sundance Indigenous film tourkicked off on June 8 and traveled to New Mexico, Oklahoma, Michigan, and California for an 83minute screening of various short films created by Indigenous filmmakers. Topics in the films include personal stories about the repatriation of ancestors, truths about waiting for treatment at a local Indian hospital and recalling an endangered language. Director of the Sundance Institute Indigenous Program Adam Piron said through community partnerships, this tour was free to all audiences. Now that the tour has concluded, the program is available to rent until March 2025. So this year was predominantly a mix of films from this past year's festival, as well as the year before. And then after that, it's available to be booked from different art houses or museums, or, you know, anybody that wants to screen it and stuff like that, Piron said. A big intention behind this tour was for audiences to see how the relationship between the culture of Indigenous people and cinematic language can work together. Piron attended a screening in Los Angeles where he witnessed firsthand the connection between audiences and Indigenous artists. It's mostly connecting with a lot of these audiences because these films are Indigenousmade films that do center an Indigenous audience. And so like, for me, that's sort of like the measure of the success is just us being able to connect Indigenous audiences with these artists, and just kind of help fulfill that part of why they were made in the first place, Piron said. In August, the Sundance Indigenous Program will have an artist intensive in Honolulu, Hawaii, where they will focus on supporting Native Hawaiian filmmakers working in short films. And I think that the biggest privilege to combine two things that I'm really passionate about, which is film, and combining that also to my own sort of passion for advocating for Indigenous people, and whatever that might look like. I don't know, where else I'd be able to do what I'm doing here on the scale that I'm able to do that, Piron said.

The Sundance Indigenous film tour showcased short films by Indigenous filmmakers in various locations across the US, touching on topics like repatriation, healthcare, and endangered languages. The program, free through community partnerships, is now available for rent until March 2025. The tour aimed to highlight the connection between Indigenous culture and cinematic language, fostering audience engagement with the artists. An upcoming artist intensive in Hawaii will support Native Hawaiian filmmakers.

Cloudy. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 81F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.. Mostly clear this evening, then becoming foggy and damp after midnight. Low 63F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Updated: July 11, 2024 1:55 pm. . Reporter. LORETTO, Pa. Authorities have released the name of the motorcyclist who was killed Monday in a twovehicle crash in Allegheny Township. Brian E. Rairigh, 54, of Hastings, was riding a 2006 Honda motorcycle in the 2000 block of Manor Drive at 5:12 p.m. Monday when he collided with a 2023 John Deere crop duster that was exiting a dirt road from a field, Cambria County Coroner Jeffrey Lees said Tuesday. Rairigh was pronounced dead at the scene at 6:35 p.m. by Deputy Coroner Ira Hart. An autopsy was performed Tuesday at ForensicDx in Windber. Rairigh died from major bluntforce trauma to the upper torso, Lees said. He was not wearing a helmet, Lees said. The death was ruled accidental. The driver of the crop duster was not injured, Lees said. Ebensburg Area EMS, Loretto Community Volunteer Fire Company and the state police accident reconstruction team were at the scene. Patrick Buchnowski is a reporter for The TribuneDemocrat. He can be reached at 5325061. Follow him on TwitterPatBuchnowskiTD. Reporter. . . Johnstown Magazine is a positive and forwardthinking monthly publication for the people of our region. First Amendment:Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:

Brian E. Rairigh, 54, from Hastings, died in a motorcycle crash with a crop duster in Allegheny Township. The collision occurred on Manor Drive, resulting in Rairigh's death from blunt force trauma. The driver of the crop duster was unharmed, and the incident was deemed accidental.

While the Portuguese tipple may not be to his liking, he has shared one red that makes the grade. A wine connoisseur who's taken TikTok by storm has given his verdict on a wellliked red wine, calling it "absolutely revolting". Tom Gilbey, the wine aficionado known for his candid reviews on TikTok, didn't hold back when he sampled a Portuguese red that's supposed to boast "dark fruit flavours and a hint of spice.". In one of his latest viral TikTok clips, the man dubbed "the wine guy" braved a sip of the 8 Porto 6 from Lisbon, crafted with 50 Tinta Roriz grapes Spain's Tempranillo under a different name. For those unaware of the complexities of red wine, the array of grape varieties can be daunting, but Tom is there to demystify, explaining that Tempranillo is behind those "soft, juicy, givemeahug wines from Rioja." Confronted with the Portuguese offering adorned with a tram image, he questioned: "But have we got a give me a hug wine from Portugal? For 8 it is quite cheap.". As he swirled the wine to unleash its bouquet, he characterised the aroma as a mix of "a bit of black fruit, some dark cherry, some plum and liquor chocolates like the kind left over from Christmas.". The expert takes a sip and immediately spits it back out. His verdict is straightforward and leaves no room for doubt, as he firmly states: "That's absolutely revolting. It's like jammy, juicy nothingness that gets you, Porta 6, a massive, hairy no". With the Portuguese red now off the table, our wine connoisseur shared a tasty alternative from across the globe that will only set you back a few more pounds. In another recent review, the wine guru reviewed a bottle of Jacobs Creek Double Barrelled Mature Shiraz that he picked up inAsdato pair with a succulent steak. Describing the supermarket topseller, he said: "It's dark and deep exactly what I want a Shiraz to look like, almost black inside. It's ripe, it's blackberry, and it's got that little bit of mint that I get from a really good Australian Shiraz.". Taking a generous gulp he exclaims: "It's got lovely creaminess to it, it's quite rich, it's got a bit of residual sugar I think and the tannins are really soft.". Concluding that the 10.50 Jacobs Creek is indeed a "red wine with massive nuts" the wine enthusiast would definitely recommend shelling out a few extra pounds for a superior bottle and leaving the Porto 6 on the shelf.

Wine TikTok sensation critiques Portuguese red wine as "absolutely revolting". Tom Gilbey, known for his honest reviews, found Porto 6 from Lisbon unpleasant, preferring a pricier Jacobs Creek Shiraz for its rich flavors. Describing Porto 6 as jammy and lacking depth, he advises splurging on a better alternative.

. Texasis bracing itself for wind gusts of up to 100 miles per hour as Hurricane Beryl hits land. The centre of the ferocious storm crossed the coast at 4am CDT near Matagorda, Texas. Its maximum sustained winds at landfall were 80 mph, makingBeryla Category Onehurricane. A weather station in Freeport has recently reported a gust of 92 mph. However, the National Hurricane Center is warning that the wind could reach speeds of 100 mph. Storm surge inundation hit 3.71 feet in Port O'Connor, and flooding was reported on Highway 341 near Sargent Beach. . . The eye of the storm is tracking northward through southeast Texas with heavy rainfall and a threat of tornados. The most likely area to experience strong winds is along the middle and upperTexascoast today, between Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay. The winds could cause power outages and knock down trees, including in the Houston metro. Beryl is expected to weakento a tropical storm, as its centre tracks inland over eastern Texas later Monday into Tuesday. Don't miss..Hurricane Beryl and the 50mph storm chaos set to blast BritainLATESTForeign Office says 'airports are closed' in update on hurricaneNEWSForeign Office issues urgent warning for Brits visiting the Caribbean this weekREPORT. Its remnants will then merge with a front and spread toward the Mississippi and Ohio valleys, Great Lakes and Northeast through midweek, helping to enhance heavy rainfall in those areas. Storm surge warnings have been issued from Mesquite Bay to Sabine Pass, including Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay. The public has been warned that the flooding could be lifethreatening and they should take appropriate actions. The hurricane has left a trail of devastation in the Caribbean, killing at least ten people. St Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada and Venezuela reported three deaths each, while one person died in Jamaica. We use your signup to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read ourPrivacy Policy. In Jamaica, some 400,000 people were left without electricity after the storm damaged power infrastructure. The UN has unlocked 4m 3.1m from its emergency response fund to help the recovery in Jamaica, Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. SEARCH. TODAY'S PAPER. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. EXPRESS.CO.UK. Would you like to receive news notifications from Daily Express?

Texas braces for Hurricane Beryl with wind gusts up to 100 mph, causing storm surge, flooding, and power outages. The hurricane is expected to weaken to a tropical storm and spread heavy rainfall across different regions. Previous devastation in the Caribbean has resulted in at least ten deaths and significant infrastructure damage.

Time flies with great content! Renew into keep enjoying all our premium content. Prime. A front view of an Airtel shop. ByVictor Juma. Business Editor. Nation Media Group. . Airtel Uganda s majority shareholder Airtel Africa is set to sell additional shares amounting to a 9.11 percent stake in a secondary offer to comply with a requirement to offload a minimum ownership of 20 percent to minority investors trading on the Uganda Securities Exchange USE. The multinational in November 2023 managed to sell 4.35 billion shares equivalent to a 10.89 percent stake in Airtel Uganda s initial public offering IPO that was open to domestic and foreign investors including Kenyans, failing to meet the ownership rule. Airtel Africa says in its latest annual report that it received a regulatory extension to sell the balance of 3.64 billion shares by November 2026, a move that will see it replicate the moves by MTN Group, which successfully offloaded a 20 percent stake in MTN Uganda in two transactions including a secondary offer concluded last month. On November 7, 2023, Airtel Uganda listed 10.89 percent of its shares on the Uganda Securities Exchange USE in compliance with Uganda Communications Fees and Fines Amendment Regulations 2020, which created an obligation for all national telecom operator licensees to list 20 percent of their shares on the USE, Airtel Africa says in the report. Read:Airtel Uganda pays 41 million dividend postIPO. The USE granted Airtel Uganda an extension until 6 November 2026 to offer the shortfall to achieve the 20 percent listing. . Airtel Africa sold its shares at a price of UGX100 Sh3.47 each in the IPO that also offered incentive shares on a band of subscription volumes to attract investors. Retail investors who applied for more than 2,500 shares, for instance, received 10 free shares for each 100 shares allocated. Institutional investors who applied for at least 1.85 billion shares were offered 112 free shares for each 100 shares allocated. Despite the incentive shares, which amounted to a discount on the offer price, the IPO only managed a subscription rate of 54.45 percent in a transaction that saw Uganda s National Social Security Fund NSSF take up about 97 percent of the allocated shares. The below par performance of the telco s IPO was partly attributed to exclusion of Airtel Money which is owned separately by Airtel Africa and a group of other institutional investors. MTN Uganda offered both its mobile money and telecommunications businesses to the investing public. Airtel Uganda s share price has declined postIPO to trade at Ush70 Sh2.45, indicating that its parent firm could offer deeper discounts to meet local ownership requirement in the impending secondary offer. Airtel Uganda, which offers data, SMS and voice services, has a policy of distributing at least 95 percent of net income as dividends. MTN Group sold an extra 7.03 percent stake in MTN Uganda s oversubscribed secondary offer last month, cutting its ownership in the subsidiary to 80 percent. It sold 1.57 billion shares at a price of Ush170 Sh5.9 each in the transaction that featured incentive shares. Read:MTN Uganda s parent offers major discount in sale of Sh7.7bn shares. This was a larger discount compared to MTN Uganda s November 2021 IPO in which the multinational sold a 12.97 percent stake at a price of Ush200 Sh6.95 per share while also offering incentive shares. Pricing of the secondary offer took into account a drop in the share price of MTN Uganda, which currently stands at Ush170 Sh5.9. The sale of MTN Uganda shares was open to Ugandan and foreign investors. MTN Uganda s successful secondary offer was also helped by extension of the book closure date for its final dividend of Ush6.4 Sh0.22 per share from June 4 to June 12. This enabled investors who participated in the offer to qualify for the payout. The offer closed on June 10. MTN Uganda, which aims to pay out at least 60 percent of profits as dividends, has attracted notable Kenyan investors including billionaire Baloobhai Patel, Central Bank of Kenya and the National Social Security Fund. While Uganda is keen to enforce local ownership rule, Kenya last year changed tune and abolished such requirements, which saw Airtel Kenya freed from seeking investors to take up a 30 percent stake in the firm. email protected. Already have an account?Sign in here. Don't have an account?Register. If you have an Adblocker please disable it and reload the page or try again later. Nation Media Group 2024

Airtel Africa is set to sell additional shares of a 9.11% stake in Airtel Uganda to comply with the ownership rule to offload a minimum of 20% to minority investors on the Uganda Securities Exchange. Despite the IPO's incentive shares, the subscription rate was 54.45%, with most shares taken up by Uganda's National Social Security Fund. MTN Group also successfully offloaded shares in MTN Uganda. Airtel Uganda's share price has decreased post-IPO, and its parent company may offer deeper discounts in the upcoming secondary offer to meet local ownership requirements.

SFist called it last week whenthe story came outabout a highend omakase popup at the quirky Flintstone House down in Hillsborough: Sounds like owner Florence Fang, or the team working on the popup, did not seek any permits for this. A couple of influencers got to enjoy a fancy, promotional omakase meal from Michelinanointed sushi chef Masa Sasaki last month. But they may be the only ones who get to enjoy Stoneage Omakase, as the Hillsborough Town Council has shut the party down before it began. Stoneage Omakaseposted to InstagramMonday that they have "temporarily paused" operations at the Flintstone House due to "concerns raised by the city of Hillsborough." And all those who have made prepaid reservations will be refunded. They are careful to say, "As a catering business, not a restaurant, we are diligently working to address these issues with Hillsborough," and they hint that there may be some other popups happening at "new venues." Though the name "Stoneage Omakase" seems like it was tailormade for this venue in particular. The popup sushi experience not a restaurant! was scheduled to start service this weekend, on July 12, with a 15course, 230 omakase menu served by Sasaki. Sadly, for Sasaki, whose work at Maruya and his eponymous restaurant Sasaki received much acclaim and a Michelin star, it looks like this latest project is on ice for a while. Sasaki was previously attached to thatspuriously planned NFTbacked private club and sushi barthat was proposed for Salesforce Park a couple years back. Reservations were made publicly available last week, but I had to wonder whether this was all on the up and up, given that the Flintstone House's owner, Florence Fang, has a history of doing things at the house without permits and asking for forgiveness later. Fang, who lives elsewhere in Hillsborough and said she bought the house as an entertaining space and her "happy place," wassued by the wealthy Town of Hillsboroughboth over the "eyesore" of the lawn ornaments, and for the installation of some railings and other work that was apparently done on the property without permits. Fang, who is a former owner of the SF Examiner and has been a general power broker in San Francisco for years, was not going to back down quietly. She hired former SF Supervisor Angela Alioto as her lawyer, and the battle with the town went on for two years. In theeventual settlement, Fang agreed to get permits for the work that was done, and the town ponied up 125,000 to cover Fang's legal expenses. In the meantime, Alioto had attacked the town for its "intolerance and elitist behavior," and also suggested that it was unconstitutional and racist. Three years on, and it seems that a sushi popup and "Stoneage"themed catering operation will be the next thing that Fang does battle over. Besides Fang and Sasaki, the other person we know is involved with this project is Sean Fang, who was listed on the popup's website as CEO and cofounder of Steonage Omakase. Neither he nor Florence Fang herself has given any public comment about this project. Update:TheChronicle obtained a copyof the letter from the Town of Hillsborough that was delivered by town police on Friday to the Flintstone House. It states, "Restaurants and other commercial uses are not permitted in a residential zone, even on a temporary basis. You and the restaurateurs may not have been aware that this use would be illegal. Since you are now on notice about this restriction, please inform the operators that they may not open for business.". Stoneage Omakase has responded saying that they have been "incorrectly classified as a restaurant, which has led to this misunderstanding," and they "look forward to working with the city to resolve this issue.". . Previously:Flintstone House to Open to Public as Stoneage Omakase, a High End Sushi PopUp. Everyone from Spike Lee to Bill Clinton to Barry Bonds and plenty more came out Monday for a starstudded twoandahalfhour tribute to the late Giants great Willie Mays at Oracle Park, paying a joyful homage to the Say Hey Kid. . In what's shaping up to be a monumental sonic encounter, Another Planet Entertainment has announced the musical pairing of Grammywinning artists, Brittany Howard and Michael Kiwanuka. The event is slated for October 17, 2024, at the revered Greek Theatre in Berkeley. Get the latest posts delivered right to your inbox. Jay C. Barmann is a fiction writer and web editor who's lived in San Francisco for 20 years. Stay up to date! Get all the latest greatest posts delivered straight to your inbox

Hillsborough shuts down Stoneage Omakase, a high-end popup at the Flintstone House. The town raised concerns about permits not being obtained. Prepaid reservations will be refunded. Owner Florence Fang has a history of permit issues with the quirky property. Chef Masa Sasaki's 15-course omakase service put on hold. A star-studded tribute to Willie Mays at Oracle Park. Brittany Howard and Michael Kiwanuka to perform at Greek Theatre in Berkeley in 2024.

BUFFALO'S 1 FOR NEW COUNTRY. There is a great opportunity to purchase a private, and quiet, piece of land right here in Western New York. If you are looking for your own paradise in the country, this might be the one. The summer is here and the fall is not that far away. Here in Western New York, the cool fall evenings and warm days are ahead and there are few things better than being in the woods on days like that. Ask many real estate experts, and they will most likely tell you that inventory is always an issue. However, for those shopping for acres and hunting or camping land, there are some good deals out there. While searching for what is out there, Ifound this beauty in Cattaraugus!. Thewebsite saysthat: This property sits on both sides of Alderbottom Road, with almost 1 wooded acre on the west, which would be perfect for a future getaway. Across the road to the east, the land is low but quickly rises to a ridgetop with great views and hunting potential. For those who love to hunt, this area is always a good place withplenty of deerand some of the biggest, mature whitetail bucks in New York State. The deer season will be here before we know it!. Last season, Ishot a really nice buck in Cattaraugus Countyand can't wait for the fall to arrive! Based on the amount of deer I have seen this summer around Western New York, this fall may be the best one yet for hunters. Gallery Credit: Clay Moden

Opportunity to buy private land in Western New York. Real estate experts mention inventory issues but good deals available for those seeking acres for hunting or camping. Property in Cattaraugus offers wooded area perfect for a getaway and land with hunting potential. Expect excellent deer hunting season in the area.

His wife, Julie Vanparys, made the announcement on Monday via Rotondi s official Facebook page, stating:. Dear all, this is with immense sadness that I have to tell you all that Jim passed away last night. He was the love of my life and his music the love of many of you. Please send light his way, his wife Julie. . Born James Robert Rotondi in 1962 in Butte, Montana, USA, Rotondi started playing the piano at age 8 and switched over to the trumpet at age 12. He graduated from the University of North Texas music program and relocated to New York City in the late eighties. Rotondi had been a major figure in the jazz world for the last 30 years, touring with artists such as Ray Charles, Lionel Hampton, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Eric Alexander and more. He was the leader of his own quintet, Full House, as well as one of the original members of Eric Alexander s One For All Jazz Sextet. Over the course of his career, Rotondi released 18 studio albums and appeared on over 85 albums as a studio musician. His final album,Finesse, was released in February of this year. In recent years, Rotondi relocated from New York City to Craz, Austria where he accepted a teaching position as Professor of Jazz Trumpet at the University of Music and Dramatic Arts. Funeral arrangements have not been announced. infojazz.fm. 416 595 0404. 416 595 9413. 4 Pardee Avenue, Suite 100. Toronto, ON M6K 3H5. 2023 JAZZ.FM91. Our site uses cookies to tailor your experience, measure site performance and present relevant donation incentives and advertisements. By continuing to browse this site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. To read our privacy and cookies policy, please clickhere.

Jazz musician James Robert Rotondi, a prominent figure in the jazz world for 30 years, passed away. His wife Julie Vanparys announced his death on Facebook. Rotondi, known for playing trumpet, had a successful career with numerous albums and collaborations. He recently taught jazz trumpet in Austria. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Share. HOUSTONBeryl left a trail of downed trees, flooded roads and power outages as it roared across the Houston area on Monday morning. Beryl made landfall near Matagorda in the early morning hours as a Category 1 hurricane but weakened to a tropical storm a few hours later. On Monday evening, it was downgraded to a tropical depression. FOX 26 Houston is now on the FOX LOCAL app available through Apple TV, Amazon FireTV, Roku, Google Android TV, Samsung TV, and Vizio!. Authorities urged residents on Monday to stay put and hunker down as severe weather and hazardous road conditions impacted the area. Peak wind gusts of 84 mph were measured at Hobby Airport and 78 mph in Galveston. A 97 mph wind gust was measured at SH 36 and Brazos. More than 13 inches of rain were measured in Sugar Land, 14 inches in Hilshire village and 11 inches in Brookside Village. Major Houston highways have been left flooded, leaving cars stranded and prompting some rescues. Emergency crews were seen rescuing someone who was trapped on the roof of their submerged car on Highway 288 due to flooding. SUGGESTED: LIST: Flooded Houston roads to avoid. Authorities are currently conducting a rescue of someone trapped on the roof of their submerged car on Highway 288 due to flooding. Neighborhoods are scattered with downed trees and other debris. In Fort Bend County, several families were left displaced when a section of their apartment building collapsed. At least four people were killed as Beryl moved across the Houston area on Monday. A civilian employee of the Houston Police Department died after getting caught in floodwaters while driving to work. MORE: 4 deaths reported in Houston area after Hurricane Beryl. A 53yearold man in the Humble area died when an oak tree fell on his house, where he was sheltering from the storm with his family. In Southeast Houston, one person died in a fire that is believed to have been started by lightning. Over 2 million people were left without power across the Houston area after Hurricane Beryl made landfall on Monday. A Tornado Watch has been issued until 10 p.m. Monday for some Southeast Texas counties including Chambers, Libery, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, and Walker. SUGGESTED: Tornado warning vs. Tornado watch: What's the difference?. A tornado watch is when tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. The watch area is typically large, covering numerous counties or even states. You should be prepared for an actual tornado during a tornado watch. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued, or you suspect a tornado is approaching. Acting Texas Governor Dan Patrick talks about the impacts of Beryl, preparations and how the community can stay safe. Beryl formed as a tropical depression in the Atlantic more than 3,000 miles from Houston on June 28. It rapidly strengthened into a hurricane within the first 24 hours and intensified into a major hurricane within the next day. SUGGESTED: Tropical Storm Beryl forms in Atlantic. It made landfall on Carriacou Island on July 1 as a Category 4 hurricane. On July 2, it became theearliest Category 5 hurricaneon record to form in the Atlantic. As it roared across the Caribbean, Beryl left behind a trail of damage, as well as deaths. It weakened as it approached the Yucatan Peninsula, where it made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane near Tulum, Mexico, on July 5. It further weakened as it moved across land, emerging into the Gulf as a tropical storm. It slowly regained strength before becoming a hurricane once again shortly before landfall in Texas. All the news you need to know, every day. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Service. . This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 2024 FOX Television Stations

Hurricane Beryl hit the Houston area as a Category 1 storm, causing downed trees, power outages, flooding, and tragic fatalities. Peak wind gusts and heavy rainfall left roads submerged and homes damaged. Authorities urged residents to stay inside and prepared for more potential hazards. The storm, originating as a tropical depression in the Atlantic, rapidly intensified before making landfall in Texas, leaving over 2 million people without power.

Subscribe. Nicole KidmanNicole Kidmanis looking back with a nostalgic smile on her face as she reflects on her rebellious teenage years. In a video shared by Netflix on Instagram,Nicole, 56, along with her A Family Affair costarsZac Efron, 36, andJoey King, 24, shared anecdotes about their own teen experiences, revealing who was the most mischievous of the trio. "I love my parents, but I always disobeyed them a lot. I was naughty and then I would confess," Nicole laughed, reminiscing about her youthful rebellion. "See, that's why you're Nicole Kidman," Zac responded with admiration, admitting that he was never the type to get into trouble as a teenager. Nicole's eyes sparkled with the memory as she recounted one particularly cheeky escapade: "I climbed out of the window, took the screen off when I'd climb out, climb back in at 5 a.m. and pretend I'd been asleep all night.". "You're so awesome, I love it," Zac responded, clearly impressed by her audacity. Nicole, ever modest, brushed off the praise with a laugh, "Move on there's a lot more," she said as the clip ended. Nicole s rebellious streak as a teenager is a charming contrast to her poised and elegant persona today. Raised in Australia, where she began her acting career before making her way to Hollywood in the 1990s, Nicole s journey is a testament to her resilience and passion. Now a mother of four, Nicole has daughters Sunday, 15, and Faith, 13, with her husband Keith Urban, and daughter Bella, 31, and son Connor, 29, with exhusband Tom Cruise. Her children, especially her daughters, are the cornerstone of her happiness and success. In a touching interview withPeople, Nicole expressed her profound love for her family. I have my sister, mother, nieces, nephews, daughters. I m raising a soon to be 16yearold and a 13yearold who are divine, she said, her voice filled with pride. They re just lovely people and I m so lucky that I have Keith, who s just my love, my deep, deep love. That gives me the ability to go and do whatever I have to do because I know where I can come back to. . Married since 2006, Nicole and Keith, both 56, share a bond that is deeply rooted in mutual respect and love, elements that have undoubtedly shaped their family life. Nicole recently reflected on the joys and challenges of watching her daughters grow, sharing her admiration for the teenage years. I love teenage girls. I just find them exquisite, she remarked during an interview with Elle. I marvel at that age group and what they re dealing with, but also their ability to handle so much. . Her daughters are clearly following in her creative footsteps, with Sunday showing a particular interest in filmmaking. In a 2018 interview with Time, Nicole proudly shared, I m raising a little girl that s showing an interest in directing right now, expressing her support for her daughter's aspirations. By entering your details, you are agreeing to HELLO! Magazine UserData Protection Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time. In partnership with Skechers

Nicole Kidman reminisces about her rebellious teenage years and shares anecdotes with A Family Affair costars. She reflects on her youthful disobedience and cheeky escapades, contrasting with her poised persona today. Now a mother of four, her family is her cornerstone of happiness. Nicole and husband Keith Urban share a strong bond rooted in love and mutual respect. She admires teenage girls and her daughter's interest in filmmaking, showcasing her support for their aspirations.

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ForgotUsernameorPassword. . Date. MENAFN IANS Mumbai, July 9 IANSactorAkshay Kumar has praised his 'Sarfira' costar Radhikka Madan for pushing the envelope to portray a Maharashtrian girl in the upcoming film.In 'Sarfira', Radhikka plays Rani, a spirited and resilient Maharashtrian girl who faces numerous challenges with unwavering determination. She adopted the nuances of Marathi culture, adding depth and authenticity to her portrayal, according to a statement.Akshay praised Radhikka's performance and said: "This is the best performance I have ever seen. I don't know what you all think about her. She is not Maharashtrian, but she has acted like one. She is very wellspoken. ""Her language was very good, and she has gone through whole classes to learn how to speak Marathi and what to say. That is what she has done. "On July 4, the makers of the film released the song 'Chaawat', which showcases a traditional Maharashtrian wedding.Penned by Manoj Muntashir Shukla, the lyrics of 'Chaawat' are composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar. It is sung by Shreya Ghoshal. 'Sarfira' traces the journey of Veer Mhatre, whose main goal is to introduce lowcost aviation carriers. It is inspired by the life of G. R. Gopinath, the founder of the Indian lowcost airline Simplifly Deccan. 'Sarfira' is a remake of the Tamil hit film 'Soorarai Pottru' starring Suriya.The film is set to release on July 12.MENAFN09072024000231011071ID1108421593. In 'Sarfira', Radhikka plays Rani, a spirited and resilient Maharashtrian girl who faces numerous challenges with unwavering determination. She adopted the nuances of Marathi culture, adding depth and authenticity to her portrayal, according to a statement. Akshay praised Radhikka's performance and said: "This is the best performance I have ever seen. I don't know what you all think about her. She is not Maharashtrian, but she has acted like one. She is very wellspoken.". "Her language was very good, and she has gone through whole classes to learn how to speak Marathi and what to say. That is what she has done.". On July 4, the makers of the film released the song 'Chaawat', which showcases a traditional Maharashtrian wedding. Penned by Manoj Muntashir Shukla, the lyrics of 'Chaawat' are composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar. It is sung by Shreya Ghoshal. 'Sarfira' traces the journey of Veer Mhatre, whose main goal is to introduce lowcost aviation carriers. It is inspired by the life of G. R. Gopinath, the founder of the Indian lowcost airline Simplifly Deccan. 'Sarfira' is a remake of the Tamil hit film 'Soorarai Pottru' starring Suriya. The film is set to release on July 12. . MENAFN09072024000231011071ID1108421593. MENAFN09072024000231011071ID1108421593. Legal Disclaimer:MENAFNprovides the information as is without warranty of any kind. . Tags. Comments. Category. Date. DailyEnglishDailyArabicAll. . World and Middle East business and financial news, Stocks, Currencies, Market Data, Research, Weather and other data. Tel:962 6 5690450. Copyright 2000MENAFN.All rights reserved. Design Devleopment byMENAFN

Akshay Kumar praises co-star Radhikka Madan for portraying a Maharashtrian girl in upcoming film 'Sarfira.' Radhikka's portrayal of Rani is lauded for its authenticity and depth. The film, inspired by the founder of an Indian low-cost airline, showcases a traditional Maharashtrian wedding in the recently released song 'Chaawat.' 'Sarfira' is a remake of the Tamil hit film 'Soorarai Pottru' and is set to release on July 12.

Parliament passes National Service Authority Bill 2024 . Persons arrested for infractions being processed for court WAEC . Notorious Drg Cartel Busted In A Secluded Village In Nigeria . Notorious Drg Cartel Busted In A Secluded Village In Nigeria . My relationship with Mona was troubled due to her promiscuous lifestyle Luvman Allison . Jakpa subpoenas Bagbin, top military officials in ambulance trial. 4th Northern GJA Awards Launched. Justice Asare Botwe bars media commentary on Ato Forson trial. Expedite investigation on Ahmed Suale murder. COCOBOD To Roll Out Data Mgt System. Guard against inflammatory language on radio, television NMC Chair to parties. Nyakrom Omanahene debunks allegation of derogatory remarks against ruling government. Nyakrom Omanahene debunks allegation of derogatory remarks against ruling government. Bawumia Defies Rains To Campaign In Chereponi. Bawumia, Napo Hit Road Running. Refrain from immature decisions in future Minority to Govt . Food ingredients import hits US133 million in 2023 . COCOBOD is working hard to protect cocoa farmers CEO . Moody s poised to upgrade Ghana s credit rating after Eurobond exchange . Industry calls for dialogue on cement price control . Nollywood legend Olu Jacobs celebrates 82nd birthday. Inspirational Gifty Making Impact With Faithful God . All Set For 2024 Ghana Party In The Park. YOLO Actor Referred For Treatment Abroad. Use Courts, Not Police For Defamation Cases Mr Macaroni. GFA initiates nationwide scout training following FIFA approval . Jordan Ayew joins Crystal Palace for preseason after holidays in Ghana . Marseille Target Eddie Nketiah . Ghana s Paris 2024 Olympic Quest In Doubt?. My Euro 2024 Was A Failure . Guard against inflammatory language on radio, television NMC Chair to parties. Jakpa subpoenas Bagbin, top military officials in ambulance trial. Refrain from immature decisions in future Minority to Govt . GFA initiates nationwide scout training following FIFA approval . 4th Northern GJA Awards Launched. . Ghana s Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has assured the United States of America USA and the International community of the government s commitment to making the December elections peaceful and transparent. He attributed this commitment to the significant point the world is at in its democratic practice, as elections are set to take place in over 64 countries globally this year. Mr Dame made these remarks during the 248th Independence Anniversary of the USA, in Accra on Thursday. The AG highlighted that both Ghana and the USA are gearing up for their general elections later this year. He expressed optimism that the electoral processes would be smooth, further solidifying their reputations as global models of democracy. As you may all be aware, we are at a momentous point in the practice of democracy around the world, as 2024 will witness national elections in more than sixtyfour 64 countries globally, including Ghana and the United States of America. As we prepare for the upcoming elections, it is my hope and belief that the process will be smooth, devoid of polemics and tribulations, and once again consolidate the status of our two nations as models for democracy around the world. . He further stated that the democratic process not only determines the future leadership of a country but also mirrors the aspirations and prosperity of its citizens. The world will be closely observing as voters in both countries exercise their democratic rights, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the political landscapes of the two nations. Recognising the importance of civic engagement in promoting social justice and strengthening democracy, the Government of Ghana assures the United States of America and the entire international community of its commitment to ensuring that Ghana s upcoming elections will be peaceful, transparent, free and fair, Mr Dame stated. citinewsroom.com. . Log in to leave a comment. All trademarks and copyrights on this page are owned by their respective owners.

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An information night was held in Clonea Power last night to discuss plans for a controversial solar farm in the local area. BNRG is seeking to construct a one hundred and forty one hectare farm in the townlands of Bishopstown, Bridgetown, Ballyhest and Ballyneal. A public meeting also took place at the same venue last week. An Bord Pleanala has granted planning permission for the controversial 141 hectare development. An appeal had been made against the decision by Waterford Council to grant conditional planning permission for the development in May 2023. An Bord Pleanala confirmed that it upheld the Council s decision and a total of 23 conditions are detailed in the decision report. WLR's Kieran Foley attended Tuesday night's meeting in Clonea Power. To listen back, click on the image above. For the latest WaterfordNewsandSport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand. . Copyright 2024. All rights reserved. Developed bySquare1and powered byPublisherPlus.com.

Information night held in Clonea Power to discuss plans for a controversial 141-hectare solar farm in local area by BNRG. An Bord Pleanala granted planning permission after appeal against Waterford Council's decision. 23 conditions outlined in decision report. WLR's Kieran Foley attended the meeting.

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Russia's parliament approved a bill to raise income taxes for the rich to bolster government funds during the Ukraine conflict. The bill establishes a progressive tax on personal income, with rates up to 22 for incomes exceeding 50 million rubles annually. The government aims to reduce reliance on oil revenues amid Western sanctions, expecting 29 billion rubles in additional federal revenues by 2025.

GREER, S.C. FOX Carolina The South Carolina Attorney General s office said a woman was arrested on multiple charges after she was accused of stealing from an assisted living facility resident in Greenville County. According to officials, the Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud unit VAMPF launched an investigation that revealed between June 24, 2022 and December 31, 2023, 51yearold Christa Porter Bennett knowingly made unlawful and unauthorized use of the funds and assets of a vulnerable adult. It is alleged that while Bennett was entrusted as the victim s conservator, she converted funds and assets valued between 2,000 and 10,000 of the victim s money for her own personal use, officials said. The victim was a resident at The Residences at Greer, an assisted living facility, at the time of the alleged misconduct. The facility referred the misconduct allegation to the VAMPF unit. Bennett is facing one count of exploitation of a vulnerable adult and one count of breach of trust with fraudulent intent, value more than 2,000 but less than 10,000. She was booked into the Greenville County Detention Center on Friday, June 28. Exploitation of a vulnerable adult is a felony and, upon conviction, has a penalty of up to five years in prison, a fine of up to 5,000, or both. Breach of Trust value more than 2,000 but less than 10,000 is a felony and, upon conviction, has a penalty of up to five years in prison or a fine at the discretion of the court. Copyright 2024 WHNS. All rights reserved.

A woman in Greer, South Carolina, was arrested for stealing from a vulnerable adult at an assisted living facility. Christa Porter Bennett allegedly used the victim's funds for personal gain while serving as their conservator. She faces charges of exploitation of a vulnerable adult and breach of trust, with penalties including prison time and fines if convicted.

Sunday, July 7, has been designated an official holiday in the country. Muscat: Oman has declared a public holiday and a threeday weekend for the public sector to celebrate the Islamic New Year. According to a statement by staterun news agency Oman News Agency ONA, Sunday, July 7, has been designated an official holiday in the country. Get exclusive content with Gulf News WhatsApp channel. A message on social media platform X stated, Sunday, 7 July 2024, is an official holiday for employees of the public and private sectors on the occasion of the Holy Prophet s Hijra Anniversary and the advent of the new Hijri year 1446 AH. . The announcement regarding the public holiday extends the weekend for many residents. As Oman observes FridaySaturday weekends, this public holiday creates a threeday break from work, commencing on Friday, July 5 and concluding on Sunday, July 7. Workers will resume their regular duties on Monday, July 8. The Ministry of Labour clarified that while Sunday is a public holiday, employers can request employees to work if necessary, provided they offer appropriate compensation. The Islamic New Year, also known as the Hijri New Year, marks the beginning of a new lunar year. GetBreaking NewsAlerts From Gulf News. We ll send you latest news updates through the day. You can manage them any time by clicking on the notification icon.

Oman has declared a public holiday on July 7 to celebrate the Islamic New Year. The holiday extends the weekend for residents, creating a three-day break starting from July 5. Workers will return to work on July 8, with the option for employers to request work on the holiday with compensation. The Islamic New Year marks the beginning of a new lunar year.

Euractiv.com with Reuters. 09072024. News ServiceProduced externally by an organization we trust to adhere to journalistic standards. The former prosecutor general of Moldova Alexandr Stoianoglo L delivers his speech at pressbriefing with head of Socialists Party of Moldova PSRM, former President of Moldova Igor Dodon R, in the party's headquarter in Chisinau, Moldova, 8 July 2024. Dodon announced Stoianoglo as candidate for presidential elections that will take place in October 2024. EPAEFEDUMITRU DORU. Languages:BulgarianPrintEmailFacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppTelegram. PrintEmailFacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppTelegram. Moldova s Socialists, the exSoviet state s largest opposition party, put forward a dismissed prosecutor general as a unified opposition candidate on Monday 8 July to challenge proEuropean incumbent Maia Sandu in an October presidential election. Sandu, who has made securing European Union membership the cornerstone of her policies, is seeking a second mandate in a poll held alongside a referendum on joining the 27nation bloc. The proRussia Socialists say they do not oppose the campaign for European integration, but accuse Sandu of using the referendum as a vehicle to win the election. Other Moscowfriendly groups are openly campaigning against the plebiscite in Moldova, one of Europe s poorest countries lying between Ukraine and Romania. Former prosecutor Alexandr Stoianoglo, the standardbearer endorsed by the Socialists, told a news conference he was running to end injustices under Sandu s administration. The constitutional order is being violated every day by the authorities and various political scoundrels, he said. Stoianoglo said he favoured EU membership, but I find it insulting that European integration is used as a truncheon and not as a means to modernise the country and unite its people. A European Moldova must be neutral to leave room for cooperation with other countries and peoples . Sandu sacked Stoianoglo last year, citing violations of the criminal code on exceeding his authority and a failure to tackle entrenched corruption. He denies wrongdoing and has yet to be convicted in a court. The European Court for Human Rights has ruled that his dismissal violated principles of due process. Socialist Party leader Igor Dodon, a former president defeated by Sandu in 2020, said the party was backing Stoianoglo as a test of political maturity. . Society expects clarity and a common strategy from its politicians, Dodon said. There was no indication whether Moldova s other major opposition grouping, led by fugitive business magnate Ilan Shor, would back Stoianoglo. Shor, sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison last year for mass fraud, lives in Russia and heads the Victory electoral bloc made up of several proMoscow groups. Moldova s Constitutional Court declared a proRussian party behind a wave of antigovernment protests unconstitutional on Monday 19 June, a ruling that means the party is immediately banned. Dodon trails the president in opinion polls, which also suggest 56 of voters will say yes to joining the EU. The bloc last month opened membership talks with both Moldova and Ukraine. The United States, Britain and Canada last month accused Russia of plotting to sway the outcome of the presidential vote and incite protests if a proMoscow candidate should lose. Moldova is officially a candidate to join the EU. Languages:BulgarianPrintEmailFacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppTelegram. PrintEmailFacebookXLinkedInWhatsAppTelegram

Moldova's largest opposition party, the Socialists, have nominated former prosecutor general Alexandr Stoianoglo as their candidate for the upcoming presidential election. Stoianoglo, endorsed by the party, aims to challenge the incumbent pro-European president Maia Sandu. The election will also include a referendum on joining the EU, with pro-Russia groups opposing it. Stoianoglo supports EU membership but criticizes its current usage in Moldova. The Socialists see backing Stoianoglo as a test of political maturity, while another major opposition group led by Ilan Shor remains undecided. Russia's involvement in the election has raised concerns, with accusations of influencing the outcome.

. . Sunday, July 7, 2024 Azimio Leader Raila Odinga has called for a constructive dialogue after nationwide antigovernment protests rocked most parts of the country in the past few weeks. As part of the austerity measures, the Azimio Chief called on the national government, state officers, and leaders to have an allinclusive robust engagement and discussion to listen to the plight of Kenyans who are experiencing tough economic times. Kenyans who were angered by the current economic crisis stormed the streets to protest against the finance bill, and heavy taxation that would be imposed on various commodities. In a rallying call to support the efforts taken by Gen Z who took to the streets to protest against what they termed government punitive taxes and controversial finance bill, Raila pushed for a need to address all concerns raised by Kenyans during demonstrations. "What this country now requires is a serious and comprehensive dialogue. If we do this, then we will be able to fix all issues that have gone wrong," Raila said. While attending the burial of the former Member of Parliament, Maina Wanjigi father to businessman Jimi Wanjigi, Raila echoed the protesters' push for new reforms while explaining why he distanced himself from the protests. "Gen Z told me to step back because I have done enough, and they will proceed. I have taken a step back, but I am behind you, Raila stated. The Kenyan DAILY POST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Azimio Leader Raila Odinga calls for constructive dialogue after nationwide antigovernment protests over economic crisis, finance bill, and heavy taxation. Urges all-inclusive engagement to address Kenyans' concerns raised during demonstrations. Supports Gen Z protests for new reforms but steps back as requested, emphasizing the need for a serious and comprehensive dialogue to fix the country's issues.

Count Binface believes that he can win tonight against Rishi Sunak in Richmond and Northallerton. The celebrity candidate was greeted by a crowd of journalists when he entered the counting hall. Count Binface described how he thought the Daily Telegraph was having a "meltdown" at the exit poll. He told journalists that he believes he has a chance just as good as Rishi Sunak's of winning the election. Count Binface said: "My chances are about as good as Rishi's. "The Daily Telegraph looks like it is in a complete meltdown tonight.". The internet celebrity met fellow independent candidate Niko Omilana in the hallway outside the count where they both congratulated each other on their campaigns. Watch the video here:. . Subscribe to the Northern Echo, clickhere. Most read. General Election 2024 North East and North Yorkshire results live. Darlington general election result: Labour gain for Lola McEvoy. General Election 2024: Exit poll predicts Tory wipeout in North East. Count Binface observed that both men had run in the London Mayoral election. They ended the meeting with a handshake. The count said: "Independent politics, we love it.". Meanwhile, Count Binface introduced himself to the PA news agency as an intergalactic space warrior, big fan of Ceefax and parliamentary candidate for the constituency of Richmond and Northallerton . Asked about his chances in the constituency where the Prime Minister is defending his seat, Binface told PA: This time, not so sure. I think I am confident of victory, not numerically, but poetically and morally I think the triumph is mine, certainly compared to Rishi soonaxed. Let s just say he has brought an electoral asteroid upon the Conservative party and I am enjoying watching it smash. . Not long after speaking to PA, Count Binface met fellow candidate Niko Omilana, a YouTuber, and his entourage who were dressed in suits and wearing undersized green and orange sunglasses. The two candidates exchanged some mostly warm words and embraced before going their separate ways. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Please report any comments that break our rules. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Editors' Code of Practice. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to inaccuracy or intrusion, then pleasecontact the editor here. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you cancontact IPSO here. 20012024.Newsquest Media Group Ltd, 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW 01676637 . Data returned from the Piano 'meterActivemeterExpired' callbackevent. Those ads you do see are predominantly fromlocal businessespromotinglocal services. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience thelocal community. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times.

Count Binface is confident about winning against Rishi Sunak in Richmond and Northallerton. He believes his chances are as good as Sunak's and pokes fun at the Daily Telegraph. Binface meets fellow candidate Niko Omilana and shares warm words, describing himself as an intergalactic space warrior and a parliamentary candidate. He expresses confidence in poetic and moral victory over Sunak.

Seventeen people were killed and 41 more injured in a Russian missile attack on Kyiv on 8 July. There may be people under the rubble of the Okhmatdyt children's hospital. Source:Vitali Klitschko, the Mayor of Kyiv, on Telegram; Serhii Popko, Head of Kyiv City Military Administration KCMA; Ukraine's Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko on the air of the national joint 247 newscast; Ukraine s State Emergency Service SES onFacebook; Ukrainian Prosecutor General s Office PGO on Telegram. Details: At 11:28, Popko reported that three civilians were known to have been killed and nine injured, but three minutes later he added that the death toll had risen to five. Klitschko added that the number of people who were injured in the attack has also increased. Eleven people have been reportedly injured, eight of whom have been taken to hospital. Later, Ukraine's Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko reported thatseven people had been killedin the Russian missile attack on Kyiv. Quote from Klymenko: "At the moment, seven people are known to have been killed. Search and rescue operations are underway. And right here, at the Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital, as well.Two people have been killedat the Okhmatdyt location, andfive have been killedin Solomianskyi district a residential building and a shopping centre have been hit there ed.". Details: The minister further noted that one person was rescued from the rubble alive a few minutes ago. People are being searched for. Klymenko said 15 Kyiv residents were injured. A few minutes later, Popko added thatthe death toll had reached eight. Quote from Popko:"Early reports indicate that eight people have been killed. We are on the territory of the Okhmatdyt hospital. The rubble is being cleared. There is information that there are people, possibly children, trapped under the rubble.". Later, the Prosecutor General's Office reported thatthe death toll had risen to nine. Some time later, the KCMA reported thatthe death toll had reached 10 and the number of casualties 35. The Kyiv mayor elaborated thattwo men who had been taken to hospital diedin a Kyiv medical facility. As of 14:00, the data of the Prosecutor General's Office indicated that the death toll hasrisen to 15.At least 37people were reportedly injured. During the second Russian attack, the debris from downed Russian air targets fell on a private maternity centre in Kyiv's Dniprovskyi district,killing four people and injuring three more. As of 14:54, Popkoreportedthat17 people had been killed and 41 injuredin the Russian missile strike on Kyiv. The SES noted that the aftermath of the Russian attack on the capital is being dealt with. . Search and rescue operations continue in Kyiv's Podilskyi, Desnianskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, Holosiivskyi, Dniprovskyi, Solomianskyi, Darnytskyi and Shevchenkivskyi districts. In particular, a fire has been extinguished in the Shevchenkivskyi district over an area of 1,500 sq. m. The SES reported that five people had been killed and four injured in the area. The civilians injured in the attack have been rushed to doctors to be further taken to hospital. Mayor Klitschko reported from the scene that an entire section of an apartment block in the city's Syrets microdistrict, comprising around 17 flats, had been destroyed. The mayor noted that people are trapped under the rubble andthat emergency workers can hear their voices. . A total of 213 emergency workers and 43 appliances are working at the scene. Klitschko reported at 15:11 that the number ofvictimsin various parts of the capital had increasedto 66, with 44 of them being hospitalised in municipal hospitals. Others were aided on the spot. Background:. SupportUP or becomeour patron!. Founder: Georgiy Gongadze. Editorinchief:Sev il Musayeva. Founding Editor:Olena Prytula. Contact us:upengpravda.ua

Seventeen people were killed and 41 more injured in a Russian missile attack on Kyiv, including at the Okhmatdyt children's hospital. The death toll continued to rise as rescue operations unfolded across various districts, with reports of people trapped under rubble and casualties in different locations. Rescue efforts were ongoing, and emergency workers were dealing with the aftermath of the attacks.

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Søstrene Grene plans to open 100 stores in the UK by 2030 and expand to 500 globally by 2027. The brand offers a unique shopping experience focused on the Danish concept of 'hygge'. The first North East store will open in Newcastle, promising a sensory experience with a labyrinth-style layout, serene lighting, and classical music. The store at Eldon Square aims to offer affordable Scandinavian-inspired products.

ByFrankie Elliott For Mailonline. Published:13:19 EDT, 7 July 2024Updated:13:36 EDT, 7 July 2024. . . Viewcomments. . A scientist dubbed Britain's worst stalker is making a new bid for freedom after spending two decades behind bars. The biochemist also slashed tyres and made thousands of roundtheclock crank calls during a sevenyear campaign of terror. Detectives branded him 'undoubtedly Britain's worst stalker' and he spent 13 years in prison on top of his sevenyear minimum sentence. But Jan, of Streatham, southLondon, could be released later this year after the parole board agreed to assess him. A hearing will be scheduled in Autumn, potentially paving the way for the convicted stalker to be freed into the community. A source said: 'Jan makes Martha from Baby Reindeer look like a soft touch. He's a manipulative bully who ruined dozens of people's lives. 'It's a frightening prospect for his many victims that he could soon walk free.'. He vowed 'World War Three' against 200 victims he claimed were part of a 'fascist horde' plotting to section him. Police said 4,500 threatening calls linked to Jan were the 'tip of the iceberg'. Another, a social worker, was twice taken to hospital after latenight attacks outside her front door in Hanwell, Middlesex. Jan, of Streatham, south London , could be released later this year after the parole board agreed to assess him. Yet psychiatrists could find no evidence of mental illness with Jan, who has a geniuslevel IQ of 150. He was found guilty of two counts of arson with intent to endanger life and one of causing a public nuisance between November 13, 1996, and February 7, 2003 a charge police felt was best able to embrace the many other aspects of his campaign of hatred. Judge Henry Blacksell branded the stalker 'devious, manipulative and a bully' and told him: 'You cunningly set out to unnerve and ruin people you thought had crossed you. 'Her Majesty's subjects need protection from you.'. Detective chief inspector David Poole said upon his sentencing: 'There has never been a case like this before. 'He is undoubtedly Britain's worst stalker, a very dangerous individual who .. ruined lives. 'This man was remorseless and relentless in the way he inflicted terror on people.'. Jan was denied parole in 2021 after officials heard he had threatened staff behind bars. The Parole Board confirmed a new hearing would be held later this year. Published by Associated Newspapers Ltd. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday Metro Media Group

Britain's worst stalker, a biochemist, is seeking freedom after 20 years in jail for terrorizing victims with threatening calls and slashed tires. The stalker, labeled manipulative and remorseless, targeted 200 victims and faces a parole hearing for potential release this year despite having a genius-level IQ. Officials are concerned about the prospect of his release and the continued threat he poses to society.

Following 50 days of protest, members of a Palestinian Encampment say talks are set to reopen with the University of York. As The Press reported back in May, York Palestine Solidarity Encampment has been set up outside Heslington Hall at the University of York since May 15. Students and staff camped at the site pledged to remain until they feel the university has done enough to stand in solidarity with Palestine. READ NEXT:. Orphaned otter siblings set for a new life in the Ouse. 'It's for everyone' volunteer led caf offers free food in York. The University of York executive had previously said that it would no longer negotiate with protestors. However, it has since agreed to speak to members of the encampment. A member of the encampment, 20, said: We are committed to any amount of hardship because we know that it is nothing compared to the suffering of ordinary students like us in Gaza and Rafah.". The University of York have been contacted for comment. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Please report any comments that break our rules. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Editors' Code of Practice. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to inaccuracy or intrusion, then pleasecontact the editor here. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you cancontact IPSO here. 20012024.Newsquest Media Group Ltd, 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW 01676637 . Data returned from the Piano 'meterActivemeterExpired' callbackevent. Those ads you do see are predominantly fromlocal businessespromotinglocal services. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience thelocal community. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times.

Palestinian Encampment protestors at the University of York plan to reopen talks after 50 days of protest. The encampment was set up in solidarity with Palestine, demanding action from the university. Despite initial reluctance, the university has agreed to engage in discussions with the protestors. The encampment members are determined to endure hardship in comparison to the suffering in Gaza and Rafah.

eEdition. . eEdition. Trending:. San Francisco Bay Areabased Venezuelan and American folkandjazz duo Sam Reider and Jorge Glem will visit Broomfield for its next free summer concert. These musicians, who became fast friends, work to break the boundaries between their two cultures by fusing Venezuela s dance rhythms with American folk music. A friend of mine invited me to a party in New York City and said there was going to be all these Venezuelan musicians there, Reider said. Jorge was sitting in the corner playing the cuatro he was playing such incredible stuff and his hands were moving so fast, I knew I had to become friends with him. Glem s instrument, the cuatro, is a traditional fourstringed Venezuelan instrument that looks like a small classical guitar.That New York City party sparked a friendship between the two musicians, who would go on to develop an act that bridges the musical gaps between American and Venezuelan sounds through Glem on the cuatro and Reider on the accordion. At the time he didn t speak any English and I didn t speak Spanish, Reider said. We just started to hang out. I would go up to his place and we d sit in the kitchen and just play music. The duo has since graduated from kitchen concerts into garnering praise as Latin Grammy nominees and will visit Broomfield this week.The concert begins at 7 p.m. in Anthem Park, 15663 Sheridan Parkway on July 10. The concert is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets to stay for the show. Our collaboration is a special one two people from very different backgrounds and upbringings who met in a very unlikely way, but we ve become really close friends, Reider said. Every time we get together to play it s a really joyful experience, so we re looking forward to it. After this show, Broomfield s next free concert will bring twang from Denverbased Americana folk rock group Heavy Diamond Ring to Anthem Park at 7 p.m. on July 17. Courtesy photo. A friend of mine invited me to a party in New York City and said there was going to be all these Venezuelan musicians there, Reider said. Jorge was sitting in the corner playing the cuatro he was playing such incredible stuff and his hands were moving so fast, I knew I had to become friends with him. . Glem s instrument, the cuatro, is a traditional fourstringed Venezuelan instrument that looks like a small classical guitar. That New York City party sparked a friendship between the two musicians, who would go on to develop an act that bridges the musical gaps between American and Venezuelan sounds through Glem on the cuatro and Reider on the accordion. At the time he didn t speak any English and I didn t speak Spanish, Reider said. We just started to hang out. I would go up to his place and we d sit in the kitchen and just play music. . The duo has since graduated from kitchen concerts into garnering praise as Latin Grammy nominees and will visit Broomfield this week. The concert begins at 7 p.m. in Anthem Park, 15663 Sheridan Parkway on July 10. The concert is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets to stay for the show. Our collaboration is a special one two people from very different backgrounds and upbringings who met in a very unlikely way, but we ve become really close friends, Reider said. Every time we get together to play it s a really joyful experience, so we re looking forward to it. . After this show, Broomfield s next free concert will bring twang from Denverbased Americana folk rock group Heavy Diamond Ring to Anthem Park at 7 p.m. on July 17. Copyright 2024 MediaNews Group

Venezuelan and American folk/jazz duo, Sam Reider and Jorge Glem, are set to perform a free concert in Broomfield. The musicians blend Venezuelan dance rhythms with American folk music using Glem's cuatro and Reider's accordion. Despite language barriers initially, their friendship blossomed through music. The upcoming concert at Anthem Park on July 10 promises a joyful musical experience, followed by another free show featuring Denver-based Americana folk-rock group, Heavy Diamond Ring, on July 17.

Listed in June for 950,000 by Jeff Vander Molen with Terrie O'Connor Realtors, the Van Winkle House at 868 Goffle Road was Passaic County's first known murder scene. Exposed beams and stone feature throughout the interior, as do whitewashed wainscoting, chair rails and dark hardwood floors. The primary suite nonetheless comes with motorized window treatments and a sleek modern bathroom. The office is a large contemporary space with a vaulted ceiling. Born in 1784, Van Winkle ran a farm and a gristmill on the then 212.5acre property after inheriting it from his father, Simeon Van Winkle, aka Simeon of the Bogt, who lived in Paterson's Riverside section, according to federal historical records. Seeking to expand his operations, Van Winkle and a neighbor in 1828 successfully lobbied the state to build a damn on the Passaic River and establish what became a profitable canal route, records show. A prominent resident and businessman, Van Winkle was named judge of the Court of Common Pleas for Passaic County when the county was founded in 1837, according to county records. Local records show the date of construction is uncertain but thought to be 1761. More recently the subject of a book by Don Everett Smith Jr., "Passaic County's First Murder and Execution: The Van Winkles and the Goffle Road Murders," the story remained a topic of conversation for decades, according to municipal records. 170 years ago, Passaic County was rattled by its first murders and a public hanging of the killer. The convicted killer, a 34yearold Liverpudlian named John Jonston, shared Christmas dinner with the Van Winkles just two weeks before the murders, according to Smith. He climbed through a secondstory window using Van Winkle's gristmill ladder before killing 61yearold Jannetje Van Winkle in her bedroom with two blows of a hatchet, he said. After a scuffle with 65yearold Van Winkle, Jonston lost the hatchet, but he pulled a knife, the Paterson Intelligencer reported a week after the murders. Jonston was caught soon after at a rail station in Ridgewood, then known as Godwinville, the Paterson Intelligencer reported. He was tracked through footprints in the snow and found with a bloody bag. Van Winkle died 16 hours later, giving him enough time to plan his own funeral, Smith said. Jonston spent two months in confinement before being indicted. He was found guilty, sentenced to death and hanged at the end of April 1850. It was the first of five executions in Passaic County's history, county records show. The end of the house where the slaying took place was sealed for decades after the judge died, according to a New York Times report from August 1882. 'If you own an iPhone, the integration is perfect,' says one fan. 'No more Windows stuff for me.'. The secondgen Ring Indoor Cam has dropped to a recordlow price, but only for Prime members. Bring the barbecue inside minus the smoke with this celebrity chefbacked multitasker that's 70 off. Firewalk Studios upcoming debut game, Concord, will be open to all PlayStation Plus members this weekend. Preorder customers and PS Plus subscribers can try the multiplayer FPS beginning Friday at noon ET. Lanzante just showed off a pair of roadlegal Porsche 935s it converted from race cars. Tesla is apparently not ready to reveal its "robotaxi" design next month, and is instead pushing the event to October, according to Bloomberg News. Tesla shares fell more than 6 following the report. Tesla CEO Elon Musk first teased the robotaxi event in April, on the same day that Reuters reported the company was shelving plans for a new vehicle built on a nextgeneration platform that would cost around 25,000. Hurricane Beryl has left Houstonians without power for days. Here's how they're holding up. As competition with TikTok and Reels heats up, YouTube on Thursday announced a slate of new features designed to make its shortform video product, YouTube Shorts, more compelling. In a video update for creators, YouTube Chief Product Officer Johanna Voolich introduced six new tools that will help creators craft their Shorts videos, including those that will automatically transform longer videos into Shorts, among others, as well as tools to inspire creation, like an "Add Yours" sticker that prompts others to share their own content related to a creator's video. Tire Rack, Walmart and Discount Tire have tons of Prime Day alternative deals on Goodyears, Pirellis and more available right now. The pair, who welcomed a son together in 2021 on the heels of his divorce, tied the knot over Fourth of July weekend.

The Van Winkle House in Passaic County, listed for 950,000, has historical significance as the site of the county's first known murder. Built in 1761, it belonged to a prominent figure, Van Winkle. The murders, committed by John Jonston, shocked the county 170 years ago, leading to his hanging in 1850. Tesla delays robotaxi reveal to October, causing its shares to drop by 6%. YouTube introduces new features for YouTube Shorts to compete with TikTok and Reels. Discounted Prime Day deals on tires are available at Tire Rack and other retailers.

About Us. Advertise. PUTRAJAYA, July 1 The police have taken statements from 11 individuals regarding the gathering held in the public parking area at the Seri Perdana Complex here last Saturday. Putrajaya District Police chief ACP A Asmadi Abdul Aziz in a statement today said all the individuals involved presented themselves at the Putrajaya Police Headquarters from 2pm to 4pm. Among them were Aidil Yunus, better known as YB Viral, Head of Information for the Parti Pejuang Tanah Air Pejuang Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali and social media influencer Nurpais Ismail or Papa Berry. Police will take the statement from Badrul Hisham Shaharin, better known as Chegubard, this Wednesday, he said. Prior to this, Kuala Lumpur Police chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said the police would open investigation papers under Section 95 of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012 pertaining to the gathering in Putrajaya. He said this was because the organisers insisted on holding the rally despite being advised that the owner of the premises had not given permission for them to use the location. Bernama. .

Police have questioned 11 individuals, including social media influencers, for attending a gathering at the Seri Perdana Complex parking area in Putrajaya. Kuala Lumpur Police will investigate the event organizers for not obtaining permission for the rally, as advised.

Advertisement. . . Reporter. Albuquerque's downtown Martineztown neighborhood was flooded Saturday night by rain. The city said it received 1.48 inches in just 90 minutes. If it feels like this year s monsoon season arrived a little early, that s because it did. Throughout the evening Saturday, the National Weather Service s Albuquerque office issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings which indicate weather events are in progress or highly likely for much of Northern and Central New Mexico. The predictions were realized: Rain drenched parts of the Albuquerque metropolitan area and East Mountains on Saturday night at rates as high as 4 to 5 inches per hour, Michael Anand, an Albuquerquebased National Weather Service meteorologist, said Sunday. The Santa Fe area got soaked as well the weather service said the airport received 1.12 inches between 7 p.m. Saturday and about 3 a.m. Sunday and the Cerrillos and Madrid areas were under a flash flood warning Sunday morning. But the biggest hit came in Albuquerque, where a news release issued Sunday said the state s biggest city got 1.48 inches in just 90 minutes. Hardest hit were Martineztown and Barelas in the city s downtown area. The additional rainfall comes as many Northern New Mexico towns includingLas Vegasandcommunitiesalong the Rio Chama are still reeling from flooding last week. More rain is expected in the northwestern corner of the state but may offer a muchneeded break for rainsoaked Eastern New Mexico. Though forecasts predict clearer skies for Fourth of July fireworks, Anand said residents can expect more moisture this week, particularly Wednesday. This monsoon season definitely got off to an earlier start, he said. The reason behind this year s early start: There s record moisture in the air. Meteorologists measure what s called precipitable water, or the amount of moisture within a small vertical column of the atmosphere. It s essentially the amount of moisture in the air that any given storm has to work with, Anand explained. Around 6 p.m. Saturday, the National Weather Service s Albuquerque office measured precipitable water of 1.18 inches, much higher than June 30 averages of slightly over a halfinch. We re talking almost double, Anand said. The additional atmospheric moisture may lead to even more flooding in areas near preexisting burn scars. It doesn t really take much more rainfall out there; the soil is already saturated, Anand said of communities near the Hermits PeakCalf Canyon burn scar. And so basically, if they get any sort of rainfall, flash flooding is imminent and very likely. . A flash flood watch which indicates hydrologic conditions are favorable to flash flooding but without flooding being certain or imminent will remain in effect for residents near the Hermits PeakCalf Canyon burn scar as well as the Blue 2, South Fork and Salt burn scarsnear Ruidoso, according to a weather service forecast Sunday. In the coming days, Anand recommended Northern New Mexico residents particularly those living near floodprone burn scars remain aware of the forecast and adhere to official road closures and barricades. If you see high water, we always say, Turn around, don t drown, he said. Just play it smart. . San Miguel County and the city of Las Vegas put out a call Saturday searching for volunteers to fill sandbags amid thunderstorms and flash flooding. Volunteers are needed through Friday, the city and county announced in a news release. The work will be completed between from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the San Miguel County Public Road Works Yard. To join the effort, email Sara.Senausda.gov for further information. Reporter. . . Advertisement. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Circulation Office Hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:. Get uptotheminute news sent straight to your device. . . . . . . Account processing issue the email address may already exist. welcome email. Stay informed of the latest local news by receiving emails as soon as news is posted online. Receive a list of headlines from the latest edition ofThe New Mexicanin your inbox every morning. Contests and special offers from The Santa Fe New Mexican and advertising partners. . Thank you. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Check your email for details. Invalid password or account does not exist. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account. No promotional rates found. . . Secure Encrypted. Secure transaction.Secure transaction. Cancel anytime. . Thank you. Your gift purchase was successful!Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. A receipt was sent to your email.

Albuquerque's Martineztown flooded after receiving 1.48 inches of rain in 90 minutes, marking an early start to the monsoon season in New Mexico. Severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings were issued, with rates of 4 to 5 inches per hour. Record moisture in the air contributes to the early onset. Residents are warned of potential flooding, particularly near burn scars. San Miguel County seeks volunteers to fill sandbags amid ongoing storms.

Last update on July 11, 2024, 1:04 pm. Expats' CornerJuly 5, 2024 5:21 pm. Text size:SmallerBigger. The process of legalizing a document involves:1. notarization if necessary, 2. apostille, 3. translation in that order. Notarization of a document, if it is needed, is done before apostilling. Translation is the last thing that you do when legalizing a document. Who or where do you go to get documents translated?. Many people think that you can just hire an online translation service to translate their documents. However, the only translated documents accepted for official legal processes in the DR are translations from the Dominican consulate or a certified judicial translator from the Dominican Republic. Please note that the judicial translator must be registered with the DR s Office of the Attorney General of the Dominican Republic or Procuradur a General de la Rep blica. There is a big difference in cost between the two. The cost to translate a document at the Dominican consulate could be up to 100 per page compared to 25 to 35 per page with a certified judicial translator. That said, depending on your situation or time constraints it may make sense to go ahead and get your document translated at the Dominican consulate. If you use a judicial translator, once the document is translated and sealed with the signature of the judicial translator, it must be taken to the Procuradur a General de la Rep blica for authentication. This agency will legalize the seal and signature of the judicial translator. At this point, the document can be used for Dominican legal processes. For documents that are translated and sealed through the Dominican consulate, they must be taken to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for legalization with a Dominican apostille. At that point, the document is ready for use. The process of legalizing a document involves: 1 notarization if necessary, 2 apostille, and then 3 translation in that order. Notarization of a document, if required, is done before apostilling. Translation is the final step in the document legalization process. Where can you get documents translated?. Many people believe they can simply hire an online translation service for their documents. However, for official legal processes in the DR, only translations from the Dominican consulate or a certified judicial translator from the Dominican Republic are accepted. Please note that the judicial translator must be registered with the Office of the Attorney General of the Republic of the Dominican Republic Procuradur a General de la Rep blica. There is a significant cost difference between the two options. The cost to translate a document at the Dominican consulate could be up to 100 per page, compared to 25 to 35 per page with a certified judicial translator. Depending on your situation or time constraints, it may make sense to proceed with translating your document at the Dominican consulate. If you use a judicial translator, once the document is translated and sealed with the judicial translator s signature, it must be taken to the Procuradur a General de la Rep blica for authentication. This agency will legalize the seal and signature of the judicial translator, making the document usable for Dominican legal processes. For documents translated and sealed by the Dominican consulate, they must be taken to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for legalization with a Dominican apostille. At this point, the document is ready for use. . Maria Abreu is the CEO and Managing Attorney of Abreu Associates, a law firm practicing exclusively in Dominican Republic Immigration and Nationality law. She is also the founder of Retire and Invest DR. This organization hosts conference events for foreigners interested in living, retiring, and investing in the DR. You can contact Maria at: mabreuabreuimmigration.com. . . . . . . July 7, 2024 12:01 pm. July 4, 2024 4:27 pm. June 28, 2024 10:11 am. June 28, 2024 8:35 am. June 26, 2024 3:27 pm. June 25, 2024 4:03 pm. Tourism. Local. Bavaro Punta Cana. Tourism. Tourism. Local. Economy. Economy. DominicanToday.com The Dominican Republic News Source in English. Av. Abraham Lincoln N 452 Local 220B, Plaza La Francesa, Piantini, Santo Domingo. Tel. 809 3346386

Legalizing a document involves notarization, apostille, and translation in that order. To translate documents for official legal processes in the Dominican Republic, only translations from the Dominican consulate or certified judicial translators from the DR are accepted. Judicial translator costs are lower than those at the consulate. Translated documents then need authentication or apostille for use in legal processes in the DR.

Published. on. By. Kashim Imam, the Chief Imam of Nasara Cinema Juma at Mosque in Lokoja, has urged President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to prioritize the welfare of Nigerians amidst the current economic challenges. The Islamic cleric made this appeal during a Juma at sermon in Lokoja on Friday. He advised President Tinubu to swiftly address the suffering of Nigerians grappling with harsh economic conditions. The extravagant spending of scarce resources by the executive, legislature, and judiciary on items like SUVs for government officials and lavish foreign trips is deeply troubling and unacceptable, Imam lamented. He called on President Tinubu to engage in inclusive discussions with political stakeholders to find viable solutions to these economic challenges. Imam stressed the imperative for lawmakers to attend to the needs of their constituents, particularly in times of economic distress, and urged state governors to prioritize the welfare of their citizens through peoplecentric policies. I urge the president to consider implementing a living wage for civil servants, pensioners, and unemployed individuals across our nation. Leaders must uphold justice and be accountable to the people, Imam added. He encouraged the electorate to vote conscientiously during elections, ensuring that elected leaders prioritize the welfare and interests of the masses. RCCG: I still run away from sexual temptations Pastor Adeboye. Jigawa High Court judges begin 2024 annual vacation July 8. Group knocks Kwankwaso over alleged letter inciting lawmakers against Tinubu. Kogi: Father of twins cries out for help as wife dies shortly after delivery. Only Tinubu can decide Nnamdi Kanu s release, not Service Chiefs, NSA Ejimakor. Kogi Chief Judge charges law students to maintain high degree of integrity. N80.2bn fraud: Yahaya Bello loses bid to transfer case to Kogi. Extortion: Kogi govt suspends two secondary school principals. Copyright Daily Post Media Ltd

Chief Imam of Nasara Cinema Mosque in Lokoja urges President Ahmed Bola Tinubu to prioritize Nigerians' welfare amid economic challenges. He criticizes excessive spending by government officials and calls for inclusive discussions to find solutions. Imam emphasizes the need for leaders to be accountable and implement policies that benefit the people. He urges voters to elect leaders who prioritize the masses' welfare.

Out of 27 countries, over 50 per cent of respondents in 11 countries are satisfied with democracy. Elections are taking place in major democracies across the globe, incorporating almost half of the world's population. The United States will go to polls in November. Halfway through the year, elections have taken place in Russia, South Korea, the European Union, Belgium, Mexico, Pakistan, France, and Taiwan. India, the world's largest democracy, concluded the electoral exercise in human history. Interestingly, a report from Pew Research suggests that highincome nations, mostly in the West, are dissatisfied with the way democracy is working in their country. The Pew Research Center conducted over 900 interviews in 27 countries and asked respondents, "How satisfied are you with the democracy working in your country?". In North America, 68 per cent of people are dissatisfied with the current functioning of democracy. The decline in satisfaction witnessed since 2021, shows a 10 per cent dip in the US. In Mexico, an equal percentage of respondents were satisfied and dissatisfied. In Canada under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, only 52 per cent of people are okay with the functioning of democracy.Read the full report here. . In Europe, only Sweden fared well, with 75 per cent of respondents feeling satisfied with the way democracy is. Interestingly, France, one of the oldest democracies in the world saw 35 per cent pleased. Greece was the lowest at 22 per cent. In Asia, only Singapore and India reported over 75 satisfaction. In India, 77 per cent were satisfied with the way democracy is. In Singapore, the percentage stands at 80 per cent. Japan was at the lowest at 31 per cent. Out of 27 countries, over 50 per cent of respondents in 11 countries are satisfied with democracy. Respondents from 11 countries in the west out of 17, are not majorly not satisfied. The UK saw a major shift in political inclination with the Conservatives under Rishi Sunak voted out and Keir Starmer's Labour securing a landslide win after 13 years. In France, a major political turmoil is being witnessed as the National Assembly delivered a hung parliament, making it hard to know who will be in key government positions. In the US, Joe Biden is seeking another term amid concerns over his health, while Donald Trump, who is facing legal troubles, is hoping to come back to power. PromotedListen to thelatest songs, only onJioSaavn.com. Claudia Sheinbaum was elected Mexico's first woman president by a landslide, making history in a country plagued by rampant criminal and genderbased violence. Putin tightened its grip on Russia with a reelection which saw little to no opposition. He has been in power since the last day of 1999, he is now on course to become the longestserving Russian leader in more than two centuries. TrackLatest NewsLive on NDTV.com and getnewsupdates fromIndiaand around theworld. Watch Live News:. ................ Advertisement ................

Over 50% of respondents in 11 countries are satisfied with democracy. Elections have been held in major democracies globally. High-income nations, mainly in the West, show dissatisfaction with democracy. The Pew Research Center's report reveals dissatisfaction in North America. India and Singapore stand out with high satisfaction rates. France and Greece show lower satisfaction levels. Significant political shifts have occurred in countries like the UK, France, and Mexico. Putin's reelection in Russia solidifies his long-lasting power.

It s no surprise that Arlington Flag Banner, a tiny flag retailer that s been operating on Mass. Ave. for decades, hasannual July 4 patriotismto thank for a healthy chunk of its business. But in recent years, in particular, it has also owed spates of bustling sales to another factor: divisiveness. AfterRussia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the store and its supplier sold out of Ukrainian flags for several months, said owner Anthony Nguyen. A similar rush happened in the aftermath ofthe Hamas attack on Israel last October. The Palestinian flags all of a sudden just took off after the war started, said Nguyen, with many customers telling him they were toting the banners to protests. Only now is the shop starting to get those flags back in stock. Advertisement. Sales of Israel flags, meanwhile, are more here and there, he said. Back in 2016, flags emblazoned with Donald Trump s name were also a hot commodity. I couldn t stock them enough, Nguyen said; buyers often bundled this purchase with a Don t Tread On Me banner. Nobody has ever requested a Joe Biden flag, he said, or any other politician, for that matter. Only Trump, he said. It was during one of these transactions that he saw just how vexing the business of vexillology the study of flags can be. A customer came into the store to buy a Trump flag, and it prompted a heated argument with an antiTrump client, Nguyen recalled. It was like a shouting match, he said. He had to usher them outside. Sales of flags Old Glory in particular have historically risen and fallen with geopolitical tides. Through the decades, local retailers have reported increases corresponding withWorld War II,the Vietnam War, and911. Nguyen, for his part, tries to stay above the fray. There s a lot of people who try not to be one side or the other. They want to be neutral, and they re afraid of flying one flag versus the other, he said. I m only here to support whoever needs what. Not to pick sides. . Advertisement. This time of year, what customers need are all things red, white, and blue. Nguyen estimates he has sold a couple thousand American flags in the leadup to the holiday, ranging from fourbysixinch handheld flags 3.50 to the mammoth 30by50foot banners, which clock in at over 3,000. It s every other year that people replace the flags. That s when it would kind of wear out the flag rips or the color fades, said Nguyen. 2024, he said, has proven to be one of the on years. Nguyen s mother, Linda, started the business in 1983, several years after theflag fervor of the bicentennial. She had immigrated with Anthony to the US from Vietnam, amongthe throngs of boat people who fled the country following the war. A seamstress by trade, the elder Nguyen found work at the nowclosed Flag Center in Cambridge before opening her own shop. Though she now lives in Georgia, she still helps her son with some of the handstitched work the more intricate alternative to printed vinyl flags. This embroidered style is favored by clients such as Harvard University, Nguyen said. Other big buyers of custom flags include city and town governments in the region, as well as the occasional movie productions that come to town. The shop made dragonbedecked flags for the upcoming The Walking Dead: Dead City seasonfilming in Massachusetts, Nguyen said. In addition to these madetoorder banners, Nguyen carries a stock of flags for every country in the world. He s sold buntings for nations as far away as Nepal theonly country with a nonrectangular flag, if you care to know. I think they just want to remember their heritage, he said of immigrants who buy the flags of their native countries. Advertisement. But, at least last week, the stars and stripes were the bestsellers, with a rush of clients picking up their orders. If you forgot to stock up on your Old Glories, though, you ll have to wait until next July 4 to get it from Nguyen; like many Americans, he s on vacation this week. Dana Gerber can be reached atdana.gerberglobe.com. Follow herdanagerber6. Digital Access. Gift Subscriptions. Log In. Manage My Account. Customer Service. Delivery Issues. Feedback. Help FAQs. Staff List. Advertise. Newsletters. View the ePaper. Order Back Issues. News in Education. Search the Archives. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Terms of Purchase. Contact. Work at Boston Globe Media. Internship Program. Coop Program. Do Not Sell My Personal Information

Arlington Flag & Banner sees spikes in sales of flags during times of political divisiveness and conflicts, such as the Ukraine-Russia conflict and the Hamas attack on Israel. Sales have historically increased during significant events like World War II. The store remains neutral, providing flags for various needs, with American flags being the current top seller. The business, started by owner Anthony Nguyen's mother in 1983, also caters to custom flag orders for institutions and movie productions. The shop carries flags for all countries, with American flags being the bestsellers.

Noah Wotherspoon. Submitted photo. TROY Noah Wotherspoon revealed his exceptional guitar skills by the age of 11. As a young teenager he had his own band called Noah and the Stratocats, who won a spot on the prestigious Chicago Blues Fest stage when he was just 16. The Stratocats played the Chicago Blues Fest for the next eight years. In 2015 Noah received the Albert King award for Best Guitarist at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee. Wotherspoon started as a kid from Dayton, Ohio who had an affinity for the guitar, but he soon found himself touring America and performing at the world s Blues Festivals. He has toured Eastern Europe many times and was the headliner at the Reykjavik Blues Festival in Iceland and the Salva Jazz Blues Festival in Salvatierry, Mexico. Wotherspoon has followed and experimented with a variety of genres in his 20 year career. It is blues rock that has ultimately captivated him. Every note Wotherspoon plays demonstrates his command of the blues musical style. His guitar solos are dripping with unadulterated emotion, capturing listeners, and transporting them to the heart of the blues. Wotherspoon s love for the genre is evident in every performance, whether he is singing gritted, fervent lyrics or creating beautiful guitar melodies, says Viberate Music. The Noah Wotherspoon Band will include Noah Wotherspoon, guitar; Tom Rastikis, bass; Brian Aylor, drums; Da Rosa Richardson, keyboards; Danny Manning, alto sax; Eric Wurzelbacher, tenor sax and Charlie Ferrara on trumpet. The band will be performing on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. for the Fridays on Prouty music series in lovely downtown Troy. This free concert requires no reservations but bring a lawn chair and grab some dinner, a beverage or ice cream from one of the great downtown Troy restaurants within walking distance. Fridays on Prouty concerts are a collaboration between the TroyHayner Cultural Center and Troy Main Street. Concerts are free to the public thanks to a generous grant from The Troy Foundation. In some cases, when attempting to active account, the user will receive the following error message. If you receive this message, select the SIGN IN tab on the left side of the pop up. . At the bottom of the SIGN IN tab you can click on Set or Reset your Password at the bottom of the tab. . Enter your email address in the FORGOT PASSWORD box. . You will receive an email with a link to reset your password. Note that this email MAY go to a junk or spam folder. In that case, they will have to move the email to their inbox in order to enable the link.

Noah Wotherspoon, a talented guitarist since childhood, has made a name for himself in the music industry. With a deep love for blues rock, he mesmerizes audiences with his emotional guitar solos. Accompanied by his band, he will be performing at the Fridays on Prouty music series in Troy on July 19, 2024. This free concert promises a delightful evening of music in downtown Troy.

The case against Maguire had been dropped since his death in a horrific crash on the N7 in July 2021 alongside two other men Graham Taylor and Carl Freeman. Dean Maguire, Carl Freeman and Graham Taylor all died in a horror crash on the N7 in 2021. A serial burglar who died in a horror crash on the N7, was named in court as one of those arrested over a string of breakins in the west of Ireland. Dean Maguire, who died in a headon collision with a lorry as he evaded gardai in Dublin in 2021, was one of four men originally arrested over the breakins in 2019. They had been described as "a highly sophisticated, organised crime gang" at Castlebar Circuit Criminal Court. At the time of their arrest in September 2019, a court heard Maguire was refused bail after it was heard he had 24 convictions, six of which were committed while previously on bail. He was charged along with Shane Byrne from Jobstown, Tallaght, Daniel Lawlor, Kiltalown Road, Jobstown, and Gerry Wall from Fortunestown Crescent, Dublin 24. A garda superintendent objected on the grounds of the seriousness of the offences and the fact that the accused may commit further offences. He said that 30,000 in cash stolen from a house at Bohola, Co Mayo, had not been recovered and there was a fear that if the men were released, the stolen cash may be disposed of. A list of other potential burglary targets had been found in a vehicle seized by gardai, which they believe had been used by the men. Two other garda witnesses gave evidence that a house was entered and 1,000 cash, 500 in coins, a 500 cheque and a 243 Revenue cheque were stolen. In a garda search of a house the Revenue cheque that was stolen was found and a car at the scene matched the description of the vehicle used in two other burglaries. Byrne it emerged had 33 previous convictions, Lawlor had 45 convictions while at the time 19yearold Gerry Wall had no previous record. The case against the four men was recently finalised at Castlebar Circuit Court where it was heard the men pleaded guilty to possession of stolen property. Evidence in the case was heard last year and it was adjourned for probation reports with the men appearing before the court again last week, as first reported by the Mayo News. It was heard that Lawlor now works as a roofer while Byrne works with a tile shop and all three had made a charitable donation of 3,000. Judge Eoin Garavan jailed Wall, who now has six convictions, for 20 months, adding that a message needs to be sent out.". Noting Lawlor and Byrne s employment and clean drug tests, the judge handed down suspended sentences of 20 months each, the Mayo News reported. The case against Maguire had been dropped since his death in a horrific crash on the N7 in July 2021 alongside two other men Graham Taylor and Carl Freeman. The dead men had 200 criminal conviction between them and were known as members of a burglary gang. At the time Maguire was also wanted by British police after he went on the run from Hollesley Bay open prison outside Suffolk, England while serving a three year and ninemonth sentence for burglary. The subsequent funerals of the three dead men created huge controversy as their criminal talents were celebrated. A screwdriver and a torch, tools of a burglar, were carried to the altar at St Mary s Priory Catholic church in Tallaght during Maguire s funeral. Mourners said Maguire would not be forgotten and one woman from the altar said: Sorry for the language, Father rest in peace, you fng legend. . A poster at the church read: RIP Dean. You know the score, get on the floor, don t be funny, give me the money. . Another social media post included a photo of Maguire with two screwdrivers and a pair of gloves captioned: "No better man to put them to youse use.". . Sunday World Newsletter. Sign up for the latest news and updates. Please check your inbox to verify your details. Now download the free app for all the latest Sunday World News, Crime, Irish Showbiz and Sport. Available onAppleandAndroiddevices

Dean Maguire, Carl Freeman, and Graham Taylor died in a crash on the N7, dropping the case against Maguire. He had been arrested over burglaries in 2019 and was part of an organized crime gang. Alongside three other men, Maguire pleaded guilty to possession of stolen property. Wall was jailed, while Lawlor and Byrne received suspended sentences due to employment and clean drug tests. The deceased men had 200 criminal convictions and were known as members of a burglary gang. Maguire was wanted by British police for escaping prison. Their funerals sparked controversy as their criminal activities were praised.

Jay, 19, from Lancashire, disappeared in Tenerife on the morning of June 17 sparking a major search which failed to find him and it was called off after less than two weeks. His family have continued the search. Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time.More info. Jay Slater's father and brother have expanded their search to a new area following potential sightings of the missing teenager, as reported by the local mayor. Jay, hailing from Lancashire, vanished in Tenerife on the morning of 17 June,prompting a largescale search operation in the northwestern part of the island by Spanish authorities. However, the official search was called off after less than two weeks without any trace of the 19 year old. Despite this, Jay's family, aided by volunteers, have continued their efforts to locate him. Photos depict Jay's brother Zak and father Warren in Santiago del Teide, a mountain village located on the fringes of the Teno Rural Park. This development comes as the family broadens their search parameters on the threeweek anniversary of Jay's disappearance. The mayor of Santiago del Teide previously suggested that locals may have seen the missing teen watching Euros matches. Mayor Emilio Jose Navarro confirmed that individuals who reported sightings of Jay had already been interviewed by the police, reportsthe Mirror. Mayor Navarro stated: "We know the police are investigating the CCTV images. They have asked for the town hall's security cameras and they are also working with the company that handles those cameras.". Prior to this, the family had conducted searches higher up in the mountains within the Los Carrizales valley. Jay's last known whereabouts were in the Rural de Teno Park, and his final contact was on the morning of Monday, 17 June, when he informed friends Lucy Law and Brad Hargreaves via phone that he intended to walk back to the southern part of the island. In a poignant conversation with the Mirror, distressed father Warren declared that the search for his teenage son is 'like a riddle' without an answer. With no leads to hold onto, he joined a group of 10 volunteers on Saturday in the inhospital environment where Jay disappeared. He expressed his frustration saying, "Tell me where I look, I can only go off the last sighting, the woman in that restaurant saw him going the wrong way. Which human being lets a young boy go the wrong way? Everything stinks. It's just a riddle and I don't know the answer.". Apprehensively navigating through this unsolved mystery, dad Warren also challenged the stance of the Spanish police, who quickly dismissed any suspicion from the two men who accompanied Jay back to the Airbnb on the night he vanished. He questioned, "My starting position, I've said this from day one, ask the two men who've taken him. And then start from there. If you and me in England had taken a young girl to the Lake District, do you think they would have let us go back to Spain? ". This distraught dad is caught in a vicious cycle of uncertainty, unable to take drastic actions against the Spanish authorities through fear of reprisal. "We're going round and round in circles. The Spanish police, you can't go screaming and shouting at them because they don't do anything. If you start screaming and shouting they won't do anything even more. If they want to go and search a house they have to go to court first. ".

Jay Slater, 19, disappeared in Tenerife prompting a search that was called off. His family continues to search, broadening efforts after potential sightings. Jay's brother and father look in new areas like Santiago del Teide. The mayor reported possible sightings during Euro matches. Despite frustrations with the Spanish police, they persist in the search for Jay, last seen in Teno Rural Park. Warren, Jay's father, expressed his anguish calling the search a "riddle" without answers.

Simply register at no cost. Questions or problems? Emailemail protectedor call0711 046 000. A section of Kenyan youth are planning to host an XSpace conversation parallel to President William Ruto's. Soon after Ruto announced he would be engaging Kenyans on XSpace, some youths stated that it was not the President's duty to schedule a conversation, but theirs. Yaani we as Gen Z invited President William Ruto to X Space But President William Ruto has gone ahead to schedule an X Space and invite us? one youth questioned. Ruto will host his inaugural XSpace Conversation with the youth of Kenya on Friday. The Cabinet is scheduled to join the Head of State as he hosts the conversation. All Kenyans are welcome to contribute to this dialogue as part of our collective effort to foster national renewal and create a better Kenya for all, a despatch from the Cabinet Office, Executive Office of the President said. A statement shared by the State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed said the President will engage the youths on the issues raised. The X Space will take place from 2 pm to 5 pm. Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai said, Logging in, listening and engaging the President is maturity. . How do you claim to want to solve the many problems locally if you can t engage in a platform where you can even ask very hard questions? Join the X Space and ask the President hard questions. Real questions and facts. Be different, he stated. X has a platform known as Space where live audio conversations take place. Anyone can join, listen, and speak in a Space on X for iOS and Android. One can also listen in a space on the web. Advertise with us: Call 0711 046 000 email protected.

Kenyan youths plan to host an XSpace conversation parallel to President William Ruto's. Some felt it wasn't the President's job to schedule it. Ruto will engage with the youth on Friday from 2 pm to 5 pm. All Kenyans are encouraged to participate to foster national renewal. Youth are urged to join, ask hard questions and engage in meaningful dialogue on the XSpace platform.

Sunshine and a few afternoon clouds. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 81F. Winds light and variable.. Rain showers early becoming more intermittent overnight. Low 64F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40. Updated: July 11, 2024 11:49 am. . HAMMOND Indiana Conservation Officers are searching for two men in the waters of Lake Michigan after they went missing Friday. A third man was found and released after receiving medical treatment, according to an Indiana Department of Natural Resources news release. At approximately 3:40 p.m., conservation officers began their search, responding to a report that two people were missing after jumping from their boat near Hammond. Officers located the boat nearly two and a half miles off the shore of Whiting and were advised that an additional man was missing but wearing a life jacket. A multiagency search was initiated for the area and at approximately 5:30 p.m., the U.S. Coast Guard located the missing man wearing a life jacket. He was transported to an area hospital and later released. The search for the other two missing men is still underway, the release added. Their identities are being withheld at this time pending family notification. Weather conditions in the area are hampering search efforts due to strong winds and high waves. Assisting agencies include the U.S. Coast Guard Marine and Aviation Units, Lake County Sheriff s Department Marine and Aviation Units, the Hammond Fire Department, the Hammond Police Department, and the Hammond Port Authority. . First Amendment:Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:

Two men are missing in Lake Michigan near Hammond, prompting a search by Indiana Conservation Officers. One man was found and treated, while the search continues for the other two. Weather conditions are challenging the search efforts. Assisting agencies include the U.S. Coast Guard and local law enforcement.

The Radio and Television Supreme Council RT K has revoked the license of the independent radio stationA k Radyo. The decision comes after the station was penalized for a broadcast that mentioned the Armenian genocide on April 24, marked as the remembrance day for the genocide. The cancellation of the license was based on the station's failure to comply with previous sanctions imposed by RT K, which included administrative fines and a fiveday suspension of broadcasts. Despite paying the fines, A k Radyo continued its broadcasts, which RT K deemed a violation of the conditions set forth in the sanctions. Sources fromA k Radyotold bianet that they have filed a lawsuit to halt the execution of the first penalty, indicating that RT K imposed the fine without awaiting the court's decision. RT K member lhan Ta publicly criticized the decision, stating, "The reason given is the station's noncompliance with a previous fiveday suspension order for inciting hatred and hostility. However, the broadcaster had paid the fine but did not cease broadcasting. This situation should have been interpreted in favor of the broadcaster.". Commenting for bianet, former RT K member Faruk Bildirici criticized the council's decision, calling it the "government's tool" and an "enemy of freedom of thought and media." He said, "They have become increasingly reckless and ruthless towards those who do not think like them. A k Radyo is one of the few stations where enlightened individuals of this country can express their thoughts and reach the public. "Canceling its license for a fixable technical reason is like issuing a death warrant. The program suspension penalty given to A k Radyo is also unjust, baseless, and aimed at preventing the expression of diverse opinions.". The incident that led to the revocation occurred duringA k Radyo's program "A k Gazete" on April 24, where a guest mentioned the "109th anniversary of the massacres and deportations, referred to as genocide, that took place on Ottoman lands." RT K initially responded with an administrative fine and a fiveday broadcast suspension, citing the broadcast as incitement to hatred and hostility. Following the penalty,A k Radyoissued a statement, arguing that the program could not be construed as inciting hatred or hostility: "The evaluations in the decision are not acceptable in line with universal law and journalistic principles. There is no expression in the program in question that exceeds the limits of freedom of expression and thought. When evaluating both the expressions subject to the decision and the entire program, there is no aspect contrary to universal journalistic principles. Moreover, the program cannot possibly incite hatred and hostility or create feelings of hatred in society." HAVK. Haziran 2018'den bu yana bianet muhabiri. 2013'te bianet'te staj yapt ktan sonra bianet'in projelerinde de yer ald . Expression Interrupted, susma24.com, J neps, Inside Turkey, tol.org gibi platformlarda haber ve makaleleri yay nland . fade zg rl alan nda bir ok haber ve makaleye g r verdi. Yaz lar ngilizce ba ta olmak zere Frans zca, talyanca ve erkesceye evrildi. 8 Mart 2018 deki Feminist Gece Y r y nde ekti i foto raflar stanbul B y k ehir Belediyesince sergilendi. Erciyes niversitesi Gazetecilik mezunu.

RTK revoked the license of independent radio station Ak Radyo for mentioning the Armenian genocide during a broadcast. Despite fines and suspension, Ak Radyo continued broadcasting, leading to the license termination. Critics denounce RTK's decision as infringing on freedom of speech and media. Ak Radyo defended its stance, arguing the broadcast did not incite hatred.

July 10 UPI An Alabama woman celebrating her 108th birthday offered an unusual answer to how she keeps herself feeling young: "drinking wine, eating dessert, and flirting with men with mustaches.". Helen Denmark turned 108 on Sunday, and she was celebrated with a party Monday thrown by her friends and caregivers at Brookdale Assisted Living in Birmingham. Denmark said she doesn't feel any older than she did when she was 107, andtold WDHNTVshe stays feeling youthful by "drinking wine, eating dessert, and flirting with men with mustaches.". The centenarian said she still feels healthy and strong. "Well, I feel all right," she said. "I'll be here when I'm 110!". TheU.S. Census Bureau estimatedthere were about 101,000 people over the age of 100 living in the country as of January, and that number is expected to quadruple to about 422,000 by 2054. The Atlantic diet is considered a cousin of the Mediterranean diet but includes more seafood, dairy, lean meat, nuts, potatoes and bread. This nifty kitchen appliance has changed my mornings forever, and it's down to its lowest price of the year. What's the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke and how can you prevent them? Experts share how to stay safe during extreme heat. Ineos Grenadier Detour revealed as the brand's first special edition model. It offers some extra customization features, and only 200 will be made. This beauty fave is full of antiaging benefits, with firming and revitalizing ingredients like hyaluronic acid and aloe. These are the top credit card offers and bonuses available right now. The secondgen Ring Indoor Cam has dropped to a recordlow price, but only for Prime members. Inflation is coming down, but the categories where seniors spend much of their money remain elevated. The latest round of language models, like GPT4o and Gemini 1.5 Pro, are touted as "multimodal," able to understand images and audio as well as text but a new study makes clear that they don't really see the way you might expect. From a "magic" foot scrub to the world's fastest callus remover, these Prime Day steals will leave your soles soft and smooth

Helen Denmark celebrated her 108th birthday with wine, desserts, and flirting. She feels young and healthy and aims to reach 110. The U.S. is expected to have 422,000 centenarians by 2054. In other news, Ineos Grenadier Detour was revealed as a limited edition model. Additionally, there are tips on preventing heat-related illnesses, info on top credit card offers, and a new study on language models' image understanding capabilities.

Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Access unlimited content and the digital versions of our print editions Today's Paper. At a reception marking the 50th anniversary of Niue's selfgovernance, the premier of the tiny Pacific country offered an offhand and offscript confession. Loginor signup to continue reading. "I think it's the first time I've ever been busy as premier of Niue," Dalton Tagelagi said. A procession of leaders from New Zealand and beyond have arrived on the postcardperfect coral island through 2024. This week, it was Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters' turn to celebrate the milestone, bringing a delegation of MPs. But as they tucked into dinner at the stunning Matavai Resort, with balconies perched on a coastal cliff that make spotting migratory whales possible each winter, others on the island shivered through cold showers. The power was off. Transmission to the morepopulated north of the island was shut off to manage a peak, while resort guests were protected from the blackout. The inconvenience was not the first. Niue has been without its renewable energy since November, when lightning strikes during a storm took the source offline. At that point, the solar panels had been powering up to 38 per cent of the country's needs. Since then Niue, already reliant on aging infrastructure, has been running purely off diesel, much to Finance Minister Crossley Tatui's frustration. "The sun is free and abundant in Niue. Diesel, which takes thousands of miles to reach us, most certainly is not," he said. The ailing power supply has given rise to New Zealand's anniversary present: NZ20.5 million A18.5 million worth of solar panels and batteries. When completed, the sixhectare development will boost both overall generation and the share of renewables to 80 per cent. For Niue, looking to promote its ecocredentials in a crowded field of Pacific tourism options, the project cannot come soon enough. "I got word the electricity might have been turned off last night to make the point," Mr Peters quipped. Just 1600 people live in Niue meaning New Zealand's solar investment costs around 13,000 per Niuean and the country does feel ripe to expand tourism. The purity of seawater rivals anywhere in the Pacific, allowing for worldclass snorkelling or diving, and crystalclear swimming. Cheery locals are amenable to visitors sharing their forested island, the first place to nominate its entire country as a dark sky sanctuary. However, capacity constraints inhibit growth. Niue is without any direct air links to Australia, where 6000 Niueans live. It is serviced by just one to two weekly services from Auckland, a fourhour flight to the southwest, bringing tourists and Niueans from the 30,000strong community in New Zealand. Roads are being improved by a Chinafunded project to lay bitumen around its network, including the 64km ring road. The Matavai is also the only largescale accommodation in Niue, which gives the island a secluded charm. "We can host more tourists. Our challenge is the infrastructure and accommodation," Mr Tagelagi said. "We're encouraging families with unoccupied houses to open up and we are looking for another hotel or resort to complement the one that we have now.". New Zealand is also eager for tourism growth, given it effectively underwrites Niue, which is recognised as a country governing "in free association" with New Zealand. At a celebratory function, Mr Peters praised the New Zealand governments of the early 20th century who argued they "were the best people to handle" Niue. "I don't want to sound arrogant but we were the best people to handle it," he said. Australian Associated Press. Advertisement. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. We care about the protection of your data. Read ourPrivacy Policy. Advertisement

Niue suffers power outages after lightning strikes. New solar panel project worth NZ$20.5 million to boost renewables to 80%. The island, a dark sky sanctuary with pristine waters, aims to expand tourism but faces infrastructure challenges. New Zealand supports Niue's development and hopes to increase tourism for the secluded island.

A NURSE from Endmoor cleaned Glastonbury's toilets as part of a campaign lobbying for clean water to be part of the UK's international development budget. Nurse Jude Coleby said she was 'really excited' to join the WaterAid team for its 30th year at the UK's biggest festival in Worthy Farm, Somerset. She said: "It was a challenge but also one of the best experiences of my life. I met friends for life which I will cherish forever.". While more than 200,000 revellers enjoyed headline sets from Dua Lipa and Coldplay, Jude was sporting rubber gloves and armed with a mop. Jude and other WaterAid volunteers with a theatre company in GlastonburyImage: Submitted. She invited festivalgoers to add their name to WaterAid's Vote Water petition, calling for the government to prioritise clean water internationally. "Everyone everywhere should have clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene and Glastonbury is a great opportunity to help raise awareness of a cause I care deeply about.". The toilets were long drop, which can be over 10 feet deep and are typically used in rural areas with no electricity or running water. She said that they 'weren't at all' disgusting. They were manned from 6am until midnight by a team of volunteers. According to the Glastonbury website, there are over 2,000 long drop seats across the site. She said: "Whether it's locating a water kiosk to get a drink or waiting to use a toilet, it's the ideal setting for people to start to understand what it might be like for the millions of people who don't have access to clean water or decent toilets.". WaterAid has been a charity partner of Glastonbury since 1994, supporting water and sanitation services on site while also highlighting its work to help bring clean water and decent toilets to people living in poverty around the world. This year there were more than 700 WaterAid volunteers working the Water Bars and Kiosks, running the women's urinals, cleaning the toilets and handwashing stations and supporting the postfestival cleanup. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Please report any comments that break our rules. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Editors' Code of Practice. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to inaccuracy or intrusion, then pleasecontact the editor here. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you cancontact IPSO here. 20012024.Newsquest Media Group Ltd, 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW 01676637 . Data returned from the Piano 'meterActivemeterExpired' callbackevent. Those ads you do see are predominantly fromlocal businessespromotinglocal services. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience thelocal community. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times.

Nurse Jude Coleby joined the WaterAid team at Glastonbury festival to raise awareness for clean water in the UK's international development budget. She cleaned long drop toilets while encouraging festivalgoers to support WaterAid's petition for prioritizing clean water globally. Despite the challenging task, Jude called it a rewarding experience and highlighted the importance of clean water and sanitation for all.

Today, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit to Astana, is taking part in a meeting of heads of delegations in the SCO format within the framework of the next Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization SCO.The leaders of member states and countries with observer status and dialogue partners in the Organization arrived in Astana to participate in the SCO Summit. The heads of international and regional organizations, including the UN General Secretary, have also been invited to the forum.Let us recall that the SCO is an intergovernmental international organization operating on a permanent basis. The main objectives of its activities are to strengthen peace, security and stability in the region, consolidate common efforts to counter threats and challenges of our time, develop a positive dialogue in the political sphere, productive trade, economic and scientifictechnical partnership, fruitful cultural and humanitarian ties. This year, the SCO is chaired by the Republic of Kazakhstan. Today, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, who is on a working visit to Astana, is taking part in a meeting of heads of delegations in the SCO format within the framework of the next Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization SCO. The leaders of member states and countries with observer status and dialogue partners in the Organization arrived in Astana to participate in the SCO Summit. The heads of international and regional organizations, including the UN General Secretary, have also been invited to the forum. Let us recall that the SCO is an intergovernmental international organization operating on a permanent basis. The main objectives of its activities are to strengthen peace, security and stability in the region, consolidate common efforts to counter threats and challenges of our time, develop a positive dialogue in the political sphere, productive trade, economic and scientifictechnical partnership, fruitful cultural and humanitarian ties. This year, the SCO is chaired by the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Turkmenistan's leader participates in a meeting at the SCO Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan. The summit aims to strengthen regional peace, security, and cooperation while promoting political dialogue, trade, and cultural ties. The SCO, chaired by Kazakhstan this year, includes member states, observer countries, and international organizations collaborating on various global challenges.

ByLynn C. AllisonFriday, 05 July 2024 04:20 PM EDT. Loneliness in America is a growing problem. One out of 3 people report feeling lonely at least once a week, according to a 2024 America Psychiatric Association Poll. But a recent study found that a good night s sleep can help reduce feelings of loneliness, saysHuffPost Life. Participants filled out a questionnaire that rated levels of emotional and social loneliness, as well as their quality of sleep. The results showed that there was a strong link between better quality sleep and less loneliness, particularly among young adults. Emotional loneliness was defined by the researchers as missing intimacy with a partner, while social loneliness referred to missing a wider social network. Experts don t know why there is a stronger association between loneliness and young people who don t sleep well but suspect it may be because they prefer not to interact with others when they aren t well rested. In addition, lack of sleep can lead to increased anxiety and mood problems. We may feel more helpless, have lower sense of selfworth or selfesteem, then we may start to perceive ourselves as feeling alone and isolated, said Nicole Moshfegh, a clinical sleep psychologist from Los Angeles who was not affiliated with the study. Moshfegh pointed out that other studies showed that loneliness leads to poor sleep, indicating a bidirectional effect. Another possible reason for this relationship is that during the rapid eye movement REM stage of sleep, the brain processes thoughts and memories of the day. If your brain experiences constant interruptions because of disrupted sleep patterns, it will not be able to fully process the days events, leading to more mood problems upon awakening. To ensure that your body s time clock, or circadian rhythm, is in sync with your regular sleep patterns, establish a consistent wakeup time each day instead of worrying about a consistent bedtime, say experts. Regular meals, daily routines and getting at least 15 minutes of sunlight every morning can help regulate circadian rhythms. According toUSA TODAY, one study found that adults who took 500 milligrams of magnesium before bed had better sleep quality than the participants who took a placebo. The magnesium group also had higher levels of melatonin, the hormone that governs sleep. Since stress is often a sleep disruptor, Moshfegh suggests looking at ways of lowering stress levels such as practicing mindfulness techniques or engaging in regular, but relaxing exercise. Journaling is another way to keep stress at bay. By putting your thoughts down on paper, you can evaluate and identify stressors. Avoid taking naps, says the expert, as these can deplete your sleep drive levels. If these tips don t alleviate painful feelings of loneliness, consider seeking help from a professional mental health counselor. Lynn C. Allison, a Newsmax health reporter, is an awardwinning medical journalist and author of more than 30 selfhelp books. 2024 NewsmaxHealth. All rights reserved. Receive breaking news and original analysis sent right to your inbox. The information presented on this website is not intended as specific medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical treatment or diagnosis. Read NewsmaxTerms and Conditions of Service. Newsmax, Moneynews, Newsmax Health, and Independent. American. are registered trademarks of Newsmax Media, Inc. Newsmax TV, and Newsmax World are trademarks of Newsmax Media, Inc.

One out of 3 Americans report feeling lonely weekly. Quality sleep is linked to reduced loneliness, particularly in young adults. Poor sleep can lead to increased anxiety. Consistent wake-up times, magnesium supplements, stress reduction techniques, and avoiding naps can improve sleep quality. If loneliness persists, seek help from a mental health professional.

A landlord is attempting to rent out a balcony fitted out with a single bed in a bizarre Facebook advert. A Sydney landlord has advertised an enclosed balcony for rent at 360 a week, as the dire state of Australia s housing market is laid bare. The Facebook Marketplace listing describes the balcony in Haymarket in Sydney s inner suburbs as a sunny room that is fit to accommodate one person. Images show the room decked out with a single bed, a mirror, blinds and a rug over what is likely tiled flooring. Glass sliding doors connecting the balcony to the rest of the property are shown in the advert and the reflection in a fulllength mirror shows an adjacent wall is also glass. The landlord said the room was ready for a perspective tenant to move in now , with the weekly rent including bills . The balcony is attached to a twobedroom apartment, which is available for rent separately at 1300 a week, excluding bills. The listing comes as new data from Domain reveals that Sydney s median price for rental houses stayed at a record 750 in June 2024, a 7.1 per cent jump from the same time last year. To join the conversation, pleaselog in.Don't have an account?Register. Join the conversation, you are commenting asLogout. With a headturning terrace almost the size of the apartment itself, this unique penthouse is a surprise package. Our Apps

Landlord rents out a balcony furnished with a bed in Sydney for $360 a week. The housing market struggles are highlighted as Sydney's median rental house price hits a record $750 a week. The balcony is part of a two-bedroom apartment for rent separately at $1300 a week.

Your changes have been saved. . Email Is sent. . Please verify your email address. You ve reached your account maximum for followed topics. Warning: contains potential spoilers forStar Trek: Defiant18!. Star Trekis going fullSeven Samuraiin a Westerninspired new chapter in the life of Worf. Since breathing new life into their line ofStar Trekcomics in late 2022, IDW has put Worf front and center of the massive story unfolding. Now, in a first look atStar Trek: Defiant18, Worf must rally the forces to stop a Romulan invasion, and it echoes Akira Kurosawa s 1954 classic. IDW shared their solicitations withLeague of Comic Geeks,includingStar Trek: Defiant18. IDW s solicitation for the issue reads as follows:. With Spock rotting in a Romulan cell aboard Sela's ship, the rest of the Defiant crew readies the farmers of Antara for an invasion by General Revo and his relentless Romulan army. This leaves Worf, B'Elanna, and Ro with two crewmates down, and despite how hopeful the planet's population is, what are three failed Starfleet officers and lowly resistance fighters to a heavily armed and technologically advanced Romulan strike team?. This story builds off the events of previous issues, which have seen the Romulan commander Sela s father make a bid for power in the Empire. . Sela s father feels this will beher chance to restore her glory and standing in the Romulan Empire. The solicitation mentions that Worf and the crew of theDefiantmust rally a group of simple farmers to fight back a Romulan invasion, and Unzueta s cover for the issue seems to reinforce this plot point. The story also bears a strong resemblance to Akira Kurosawa s immortal classicSeven Samurai. In that film, a group of peasants convinces seven masterless samurai to help them defend their village from bandits. Considered a high mark of Japanese cinema, as well as an acknowledged worldwide classic,Seven Samuraihas been remade several times over, most notably 1960 sThe Magnificent Seven. Star Trekitself was pitched as a space western, soSeven Samuraitranslating well into it should not come as a surprise. Several episodes ofStar Trekhave featured riffs onSeven Samurai, most notably in the sixth seasonDeep Space Nineepisode The Magnificent Ferengi, in which Quark and Romassemble a team of Ferengi torescue their mother. A second seasonEnterpriseepisode, titled Marauders, also touched on similar themes. The plot ofSeven Samuraitranslates well into the Western genre.Star Trekitself was pitched as a space western, soSeven Samuraitranslating well into it should not come as a surprise.Seven Samurai, much likeStar Trek,also features larger than life heroes who do the right thing. NowStar Trekis coming in with its most overt,Seven Samuraistyle plot yet. Angel Unzueta s cover shows Worf standing heroically, pointing at an unknown threat in the distance. Under Worf, the farmers stand ready to fight a fullscale Romulan invasion with pitchforks. The farmers look scared, but also appear to place their absolute faith in Worf. The sight of a heroic and defiant Worf, rallying the troops for a fight in which they are outgunned and outmanned, is the stuff ofStar Treklegend, and the franchise s riff onSeven Samurai. Source:League of Comic Geeks. Star Trek: Defiant18 is on sale August 28 from IDW Publishing. Star Trek: Defiant18 2024. . Your changes have been saved. . Email Is sent. . Please verify your email address. You ve reached your account maximum for followed topics. We want to hear from you! Share your opinions in the thread below and remember to keep it respectful. Your comment has not been saved. . You should say IDW rather than "Star Trek", it's misleading as the only person who considers IDW comics to be canon is the writer Jackson Lanzing. Neither the owner of IDW nor Paramount Global have commented. In a first look at September Star Trek: Defiant 19, one of the franchise's greatest bromances, between Bashir and O'Brien, is set to return. Exclusive: Screen Rant presents a clip from episode 2 of Me, a new Apple TV series with a fresh take on the classic superhero origin story. These 11 iconic characters from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine should definitely make an appearance in Star Trek: Prodigy's possible next season. Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson has worked his way to an enormous NFL contract, breaking all sorts of records and changing the future. The popular yet controversial romantic comedy anime RentaGirlfriend has confirmed the series is returning for season 4 despite its mixed reception. The latest trailer for The Perfect Couple shows a look at Nicole Kidman's new murder mystery show on Netflix, where everyone is a suspect. The 1990s introduced a variety of sitcoms, but as some have continued to dominate pop culture conversations others have become widely forgotten.

Worf must rally to stop a Romulan invasion in "Star Trek: Defiant 18," drawing from Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai inspiration. The Defiant crew faces challenges to defend against General Revo. This storyline blends space western with heroic themes, aligning with Star Trek's essence. IDW's upcoming issue release depicts a defiant Worf leading farmers against the technologically advanced Romulan threat.

Sign in to continue. Crime Punishment of Sunday, 7 July 2024. Source:www.ghanaweb.com. Prev. Next . Comments 7. Corpse draped in black body bag being carried in. Bole residents have been gripped with fear following the discovery of a headless middleaged man in a school building after an intense search.The deceased who is yet to be identified, was found with his manhood and head chopped off as residents suspect it to be a ritualistic murder, myjoyonline.com reports.A search party made up of the police and community members led to the retrieval of the body on the pavement of the St Kizito s Primary school in Bole in the Savanna region.The body has since been deposited at the morgue as police commence an investigation into the incident.The Assemblyman for the Mempeasem Electoral Area, Abu Hassan, raised concerns over the recent spate of murder cases that has engulfed the community.Describing the situation as serious and alarming, Abu Hassan expressed concern over the increasing number of new residents in the community, suggesting that these new residents could be behind the gruesome murders.According to Abu Hassan, cases of this nature have been recorded within three months, putting fear in residents. All the murders, he revealed, happened in different locations in the town.He therefore called on the security agencies and government to reinforce police personnel to provide maximum security and patrol in the town.MAG ADG

Residents in Bole, Ghana, are in fear after a headless man's body was found in a school building. The body, with the head and manhood chopped off, was suspected to be a ritualistic murder. The police are investigating the incident, which has raised concerns about a recent spate of murders in the community. The Assemblyman for the area suggested that the increase in new residents may be linked to the gruesome murders and called for reinforced security measures.

Wyoming s ban on genderaffirming care went into effect July 1, restricting medical treatment like puberty blockers and hormone therapy for transgender youth. The Equality State is one of25 statesto pass such a law part of aflurry of antiLGBTQ legislationintroduced in recent years. Supporters of the Wyoming ban, likebillsponsor state Sen. Anthony Bouchard RCheyenne, say minors are making choices they may later regret. I think children just weren t ready to make those kinds of decisions, Bouchard said. Those are lifelong decisions, lifelong healthcare. . However,major medical associationssay that this kind of care can reduce feelings of depression among trans youth. Julie Burkhart runs Wellspring Health Access in Casper, which provides this type of treatment to a handful of minors. She said this population will seek care despite the new law, but there will be more obstacles in their way. It's going to potentially displace families where they feel like they have to move to a state where their child can get this adequate health care, Burkhart said. The U.S. Supreme Courtrecently announcedit will consider the constitutionality of these kinds of state laws in its next term, with arguments kicking off in the fall. That decision could impact bans in Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Montana. Earlier this year, the U.S. Supreme CourtallowedIdaho s law to go into effect, except in the case of two anonymous plaintiffs. In Montana, a state judge temporarily blocked the genderaffirming care ban afteradvocates sued. Burkhart said she and others are looking at options to sue in Wyoming to block the ban, but they haven t filed anything yet. This story was produced by the Mountain West News Bureau, a collaboration between Wyoming Public Media, Nevada Public Radio KNPR in Las Vegas, Boise State Public Radio in Idaho, KUNR in Nevada, KUNC in Colorado, and KANW in New Mexico, with support from affiliate stations across the region. Funding for the Mountain West News Bureau is provided in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

Wyoming has implemented a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth, sparking concerns among medical associations. Supporters argue minors may regret these decisions, while opponents emphasize the mental health benefits for trans youth. The U.S. Supreme Court will review the constitutionality of such laws, impacting states like Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, and Montana. Legal challenges are being considered to block the ban.

ISLAMABAD: Nine dis tricts of Khyber Pakht unkhwa witnessed terrorist attacks in June 2024, in what has been termed as a sign of expanding militancy in the province. A report issued by the Islamabadbased think tank Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies PIPS documented 27 terrorist attacks in Pakistan in June, down from 36 in the preceding month. Of these attacks, 21 were reported in KP and six in Balochistan. While attacks on security forces personnel remained the prime target of militant groups in the KP, in recent weeks and months, educational institutions, mainly girls schools, polio vaccination workers, tribal elders, and political leaders, have come under frequent attacks. In its monthly security review for June 2024, PIPS noted that during the month, the banned TehreekiTaliban Pakis tan and other local Taliban groups claimed responsibility for 21 terrorist attacks in KP, which is two more than the previous month. These attacks claimed the lives of 28 people, including 19 security and law enforcement personnel. During June 2024, Balochistan experienced a total of six terrorist incidents, which claimed four lives, including security and law enforcement personnel, while 14 people were injured. According to the report, security forces and counterterrorism departments police conducted five operations against alleged militants in June, compared to 10 in the previous month. In these operations, 17 alleged militants were killed, and three were injured. Four out of the five reported operations took place in Bannu and Lakki Marwat districts of KP, while one operation was conducted in Karachi. Published in Dawn, July 6th, 2024. Dear visitor, the comments section is undergoing an overhaul and will return soon. Compunode.com Pvt. Ltd. www.compunode.com.Designed forDawn. Copyright 2024, Dawn. NewsKit Publishing Platform

Nine districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced terrorist attacks in June 2024, signaling a rise in militancy. There were 27 terrorist attacks in Pakistan during the month, with 21 in KP and 6 in Balochistan. These attacks targeted security forces, educational institutions, polio workers, tribal elders, and political leaders. Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan and local Taliban groups claimed responsibility for 21 attacks in KP, resulting in 28 deaths. Balochistan had 6 incidents, resulting in 4 deaths and 14 injuries. Security forces conducted 5 operations in June, killing 17 alleged militants.

Yemen s Houthi rebels targeted United Statesflagged container ship in the Gulf of Aden on Tuesday, officials said, the latest assault by the group on the crucial maritime trade route. The captain of the ship reported an explosion in close proximity to the vessel off the coast of Nishtun, Yemen, close to the country s border with Oman, the British military s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said. The Joint Maritime Information Center, which is overseen by the U.S. Navy, identified the ship as the Maersk Sentosa. The explosion took place in the farthest reaches of the waterway earlier targeted by the rebels, the center said. It did not elaborate on what caused the explosion, though the Houthis have been known to use drones and missiles as well as bombcarrying drone boats. Late Tuesday night, the Houthis issued a broad claim of responsibility for three attacks, which included the Maersk Sentosa. Maersk, a Danish firm which is the world s biggest shipping company, did not immediately respond for comment. Since the latest assault, shipping or military authorities have not acknowledged any additional attacks in the region. The last reported Houthi attack in the region took place June 28. The rebels have targeted more than 70 vessels by firing missiles and drones in their campaign that has killed a total of four sailors. They seized one vessel and sank two since November. In June, the number of Houthi attacks on merchant vessels increased to levels not seen since December, according to the JMIC. U.S.led airstrikes have targeted the Houthis since January, with a series of strikes on May 30 killing at least 16 people and wounding 42 others, the rebels say. The Houthis maintain that their attacks target ships linked to Israel, the United States or Britain as part of rebel support for the militant group Hamas in its war against Israel in the Gaza Strip. However, many of the ships attacked have little or no connection to the IsraelHamas war including some bound for Iran. On June 28, five missiles landed near a Liberianflagged tanker, Delinox, as it traveled off the coast of the rebelheld port city of Hodeida, according to the JMIC. The following day, Houthi military spokesperson Brig. Gen. Yahya Saree said the group was responsible for two attacks on ships in the Red Sea, but it wasn t immediately clear which ship was the one reported by the information center. The Houthis also said they used a drone boat in a June 27 attack on a Maltaflagged bulk carrier, Seajoy. Meanwhile on Tuesday, the office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed concern over 13 U.N. staffers and other aid workers who remain detained by the Houthi rebels and called for their immediate release. We remain extremely worried about the wellbeing of 13 U.N. staff and a number of NGO employees who have been detained for over a month now by the Ansar Allah de facto authorities in Yemen. We continue to be refused access to them, the office said in a statement. Of the 13 employees, the U.N. has said six work for the U.N. s human rights agency. Also on Tuesday, the U.S. Central Command issued a statement that its forces destroyed an uncrewed Houthi aerial vehicle in a Houthicontrolled area of Yemen. AP. You must belogged into post a comment. Popular Posts

Houthi rebels targeted the Maersk Sentosa, a U.S.-flagged container ship, in the Gulf of Aden. The rebels have been attacking vessels in the region using drones and missiles, claiming to target ships linked to Israel, the U.S., or Britain. The UN expressed concern over detained aid workers by the rebels. US Central Command reported destroying a Houthi aerial vehicle in Yemen.

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eNewspaper. . eNewspaper. Trending:. Three men were wounded early Sunday following a driveby shooting near the University of Chicago Medical Center on the South Side, Chicago police said.Shortly after 5 a.m., officers responded to a call of several people shot in the 5700 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue, police said.Police said an unknown person in an SUV opened fire on a group of men standing near the corner of 57th and South Cottage Grove in the Washington Park neighborhood.A 51yearold man was shot in the nose; a 31yearold man was shot in the lower right leg; and a 29yearold man was shot in the right thigh and right calf, police said.All three men were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center and listed in good condition.Officers on Sunday morning walked around a blue Dodge Charger with multiple bullet holes in its side doors. The car was parked on South Cottage Grove Avenue next to the hospital.As of Sunday morning, no one was in custody, and detectives from Area 1 were investigating. Shortly after 5 a.m., officers responded to a call of several people shot in the 5700 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue, police said. Police said an unknown person in an SUV opened fire on a group of men standing near the corner of 57th and South Cottage Grove in the Washington Park neighborhood. A 51yearold man was shot in the nose; a 31yearold man was shot in the lower right leg; and a 29yearold man was shot in the right thigh and right calf, police said. All three men were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center and listed in good condition. Officers on Sunday morning walked around a blue Dodge Charger with multiple bullet holes in its side doors. The car was parked on South Cottage Grove Avenue next to the hospital. As of Sunday morning, no one was in custody, and detectives from Area 1 were investigating. Copyright 2024 Chicago Tribune

Three men were wounded in a drive-by shooting near the University of Chicago Medical Center. The incident occurred in the Washington Park neighborhood early Sunday morning. The victims, aged 29, 31, and 51, were taken to the hospital and were reported to be in good condition. Police are investigating, but no arrests have been made yet.

Futurity is your source of research news from leading universities. Credit:Getty Images. Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence model designed to help electrical grids prevent power outages by automatically rerouting electricity in milliseconds. The approach is an early example of selfhealing grid technology, which uses AI to detect and repair problems such as outages autonomously and without human intervention when issues occur, such as stormdamaged power lines. While further research is needed before the system can be implemented and scaled to realworld power grids, it is nonetheless an exciting development for the nation s beleaguered power grid, researchers say. Power grids across the world are being challenged by the growing number of extreme weather events,the likelihood of cyberattacks, and projected increases in demand, says cocorresponding author Souma Chowdhury, associate professor in the University at Buffalo s mechanical and aerospace engineering department. Therefore, it is imperative that we develop tools that modernize the system and make it more resilient against future power outages. . Chowdhury is codirector of the Center for Embodied Autonomy and Robotics CEAR. The North American grid is an extensive, complex network of transmission and distribution lines,generation facilities, and transformers that distributes electricity from power sources to consumers. Using various scenarios in test networks, the research team demonstrated that its solution can automatically identify alternative routes to transfer electricity to users before an outage occurs. Once trained, AI has the advantage of speed: The system can automatically reroute electrical flow in microseconds, while current processes involving classical engineering techniques or human intervention to determine alternate paths could take from minutes to hours. Our goal is to find the optimal path to send power to the majority of users as quickly as possible, says cocorresponding author Jie Zhang, associate professor of mechanical engineering in the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science at UT Dallas. To map the complex relationships between entities that make up a power distribution network, the research team used algorithms that apply machine learning to graphs. Graph machine learning in this context involves describing a network s topology, the way the various components are arranged in relation to, or in connection to, each other and how electricity moves through the system. The team also relied on reinforcement learning where a virtual agent is deployed usually in a simulation environment of the real problem to systematically play out scenarios and progressively learn from this experience. An example of knowledge gained from such experience would be if electricity is blocked due to line faults. The system would then be able to reconfigure using switches and draw power from available sources in close proximity, such as from largescalesolar panelsor batteries on a university campus or business. These are decisions that the model can make almost instantaneously, which in turn has the potential to eliminate or greatly reduce the severity of power outages, says cofirst author Steve Paul, who worked on the project while earning a PhD earlier this year. Paul is now a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Connecticut. After focusing on preventing outages, the researchers now aim to develop similar technology to repair and restore the grid following a power disruption, such as one caused by a natural hazard. The research appears inNature Communications. Additional coauthors are from the University of Texas at Dallas. Support for the work came from the US Office of Naval Research and the National Science Foundation. Source:University at Buffalo. Original StudyDOI: 10.1038s4146702449207y. Add your information below to receive daily updates.

AI model developed to prevent power outages by rerouting electricity autonomously in milliseconds. Self-healing grid tech aims to detect and repair issues like storm damage without human intervention. Researchers assert the urgency of modernizing power grids globally to enhance resilience against outages. The system identifies alternative routes efficiently to transfer electricity before outages occur. AI can reroute power flow in microseconds, outperforming current human intervention processes that take much longer. By applying machine learning to graphs, the team maps complex relationships within power distribution networks. The next step is to create technology to repair and restore grids post-disruption.

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. The Premier paid tribute yesterday to Walter Roban for his unselfish service to the Progressive Labour Party. He said in a statement that it was now time to move into the next phase of his life and that he would not be contesting the next General Election. David Burt said his deputy is leaving on his own terms and sets a powerful example of how to step aside to make way for the next generation of PLP leaders . The Premier said Mr Roban played a key role in him joining the ruling party. He said: Walter brought me into the PLP as a recent university graduate in 2004 and has served as both a mentor and a friend over the years as we ve shared political highs and lows. . He added: I look forward to continuing to work with and serve with him as Deputy Premier until the next General Election. . Mr Burt said the two leaders believe political service should not be a lifetime endeavour . He said both men joined the PLP while in their twenties and both feel strongly that it is important that leaders make way for the next generation of the Progressive Labour Party . Mr Roban s retirement will see the PLP furnishing a new leader and deputy in 2026, as the Premier repeated his pledge tostand downas party leader when that time comes. He said: The Progressive Labour Party has significant talent in our ranks, a vibrant youth wing and many approved candidates seeking seats in the House of Assembly. . Mr Burt said he plans to announce developments taking place in the party as its Central Committee and Candidates Committee work to ensure that the PLP has a smooth transition to the next generation of leaders of the oldest political party in Bermuda . He added: I thank the Deputy Leader for his service, leadership and sacrifice, and join all members of the Bermuda Progressive Labour Party in celebrating his life of political service to our party and our country. . In announcing his retirement on Monday, Mr Roban said it was never meant to be a lifelong job and I am now at the point where I am ready to make a shift . He added: My life has always been about service, and political service has taken precedence for the past 25 years. . Mr Roban said that at the next election he will be a bystander politically, but I will always be a supporter of the party . Meanwhile, a row broke between the PLP and the One Bermuda Alliance over Jarion Richardson s statement on Mr Roban s retirement. In a brief statement, the OBA leader wished Mr Roban well in his retirement. He added: While we don t yet know the reason for his departure, this is a blow to David Burt and the PLP government. . Mr Richardson said: The Minister of Public Works has already said he won t run again. Now the Deputy Premier has announced the same. This will continue to create more anxiety about Bermuda s future. . In response, the PLP said: The Progressive Labour Party finds Mr Richardson's statement classless, clueless, tasteless and opportunistic. . A party statement said it is disappointing to see the One Bermuda Alliance attempting to politicise this personal choice. This lessthandignified statement contrasts the more respectful posture of the PLP members during their most recent retirements, which also required costly byelections. . The party said Mr Richardson's insinuations about a blow to our government and creating anxiety about Bermuda's future are baseless and reveal a lack of understanding and respect for the democratic process . It said it remains strong and committed to the people of Bermuda. . The statement added: Our party has a deep bench of talented and capable leaders ready to step up and continue the fight for a better life for Bermudians and against our opponents schemes to open the immigration floodgates and ruthlessly slash Bermudian jobs in what they like to call a bloated Civil Service. . The PLP said the retirement of Mr Roban and LieutenantColonel David Burch, the Minister of Public Works, who said he willretire at the next General Election, is a natural part of political life, allowing for new ideas and fresh energy to enter the political arena . Subsequently, Mr Richardson said the PLP s response to his comments shows how thinskinned and panicked they are . He said his comments were limited to well wishes, and then a calm observation about how senior cabinet members leaving politics impacts Bermuda . He added: The PLP should stop spending time on thinskinned overreactions and faux outrage. This is getting old. . You must be Registered orSigned into post comment or to vote. . . . Would you support a smoking ban?. . View Results. View all ObituariesPlace an obituary

Walter Roban retires from the Progressive Labour Party, setting an example of gracefully stepping aside for the next generation of leaders. Premier David Burt praises Roban's service and mentorship, emphasizing the importance of renewal in political leadership. The PLP plans for a smooth transition to new leadership while criticizing the One Bermuda Alliance's reaction to Roban's retirement.

Bernard Salt is widely regarded as one of Australia s leading social commentators by business, the media and the broader community. He is the Managing Director of The Demographics Group, and he writes weekly columns for The Australian that deal with social, generational and demographic matters. Before the 1970s, when Australians developed a taste for American consumer goods, locally made products were the norm. Which brands do you remember?. It can be a decade filled with the joys of family life. For others it can be a time of great reckoning, if youthful dreams simply didn t work out. We re talking, of course, about one s forties. We fall in love, we are gripped by fear, we are consumed by jealousy, we drown in debt, we are driven by lust. Hiddenmeaning wordpairings are everywhere. Young Australians! I say to you, holiday in glamorous global hotspots or do a gap year in London or Paris but invest your prime property career years here if you want the best prospects. The average Australian born today can expect to live well into the 22nd century. But what does that mean for work and marriage?. We made cars in Melbourne and Adelaide. We were debating the merits of a Big Australia. To predict our future, we first need to reflect on the last 14 years. Australia s fertility rate today is half what it was at the peakof the baby boom, with singlechild households and childlessness more socially acceptable options now than a generation ago. The past 25 years have been the era of the university and knowledge worker. But Australia and its needs are changing. Australia found a solution to the postwar housing crisis and we can do it again to an even higher standard of living in a model that can be rolled out across Australia. Good bosses are fair and honest; they communicate clear standards; they are, or can be, inspirational. What makes a bad boss? Well, you tell me. Our Apps

Bernard Salt, a prominent social commentator in Australia, discusses the cultural shift in consumer goods preferences, societal changes around work and marriage, and the evolving role of bosses in the workplace. He emphasizes the importance of investing in Australia for career growth prospects and reflects on the past to predict the future amidst changing demographics and societal norms.

Camping bans adopted by state lawmakers and in major cities like Austin and Houston weren t explicitly challenged in the case. . Our unhoused neighbors need permanent supportive housing, access to health care, and to be treated with basic dignity, Nirenberg wrote on the social media site X. . This historic ruling ensures that elected leaders have the ability to take action to improve community safety and protect property owners action supported by a bipartisan majority of voters across the nation, Stefani Buhajla, a spokesperson for the institute, said in a statement. The case originated in Grants Pass, Oregon, where officials began issuing 295 fines against people for sleeping outside. An appeals court later overturned the law, ruling that fining people for sleeping outside if they had nowhere else to go violated the Eighth Amendment s ban on cruel and unusual punishment. The Supreme Court s conservative majority disagreed. Of those, about 11,700 people were living outside, in their cars or in other places not fit for human habitation. Some major Texas cities have made significant headway in recent years in reducing the number of people sleeping in encampments or other outdoor places where people aren t meant to live. The problem arises when people must reside in a public space because they have literally no other option. The answer is clear: everyone needs a place to live. Today s ruling won t get us there; what we need is adequate funding for permanent housing. . Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law a statewide camping ban that included penalties for cities that don t enforce the ban. Austin police have issued more than 900 citations since voters reinstated the city ban, which made lying down or camping on public property a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to 500. Someone who can t afford a place to live likely can t afford to pay the fine. Often, those charged with misdemeanors don t show up to court and, as a result, wind up with arrest warrants and criminal histories that make it difficult to land a job and a place to live. The Texas Tribune is a member supported, nonpartisan newsroom informing and engaging Texans on state politics and policy. . My ER 247. TekRESCUE. Life Changes Estate Sales. Hills of Texas Realty. Gibson Properties. Grins Restaurant. Greater San Marcos Youth Council. Germer Insurance. Bel Canto Farms. Texas State Optical. Royal Orange Trading Company. Physical Therapy and Rehab Concepts PTRC. Premier Cuts. PAKMAIL Thorpe Lane. 512 3922458P.O. Box 1109, San Marcos, TX 78666. San Marcos Daily Record Copyright 2024

Camping bans remain in place after a recent court ruling, which favored elected officials' ability to enhance community safety. The issue was raised in Oregon and later taken to the Supreme Court, where the conservative majority overturned a previous decision. Homelessness persists as a major concern, with advocates emphasizing the need for permanent housing and basic dignity for unhoused individuals. Texas cities like Austin have enforced laws penalizing public camping, leading to fines that can worsen the situation for those without stable housing. Addressing homelessness requires more than legal measures; long-term solutions and adequate funding for housing are crucial.

A mix of clouds and sun early followed by cloudy skies this afternoon. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 79F. Winds light and variable.. Partly cloudy skies. Low around 55F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. Updated: July 11, 2024 11:35 am. . . Pictured is a clip from the July 6, 1999 edition of the Cadillac News. Pastor Dave McMahon plays keyboard and sings during the Independence Day praise ceremony at the Cadillac Rotary Pavilion Sunday. Area pastors and choirs led patriotic Christians in the special Fourth of July service. . July 6, 1924. Help for the Cadillac citizens whose lawns or houses are infested with ants has been offered by W.F. Johnston, county agricultural agent. Mr. Johnston advises the use of carbon bisulphid, which is procurable at any drug store, but urges great caution in the handling of the liquid, which is very inflammable and explosive. A little of the bisulphid should be poured around a group of the ants tunnels, the earth around them tramped down and a tub or wet blanket placed over the place. A hole from one to two feet deep can be dug or punched in the ground in the midst of the holes and a small quantity of the bisulphid poured in, then covered up. It is the fumes of the chemical that destroy the insects and if the ground around the tunnels is kept damp after the treatment it prevents the fumes from evaporation. Carbon bisulphid is also used to destroy borers in the trunks of trees. Holes that have sawdust in them should be treated if the borers have left those without the sawdust. The sawdust should be scraped away with a thinbladed knife, some of the bisulphid injected with a syringe and the hole plugged with grafting wax, clay or something similar. July 6, 1974. The 1974 budget and communications from the District Health Department and County Equalization director are expected to highlight Monday s Wexford County Board of Commissioners meeting. The question of adjusting the 1974 budget and requests by the Board of Public Works for the balance of its budget and payment of the county s share of the bill for test borings at the Clam River Dam site have been referred to the finance committee. The county share of the cost of the borings is 173.34. The letter from the health department concerns the newly enacted Soil Erosion Control Act and the Construction Code. County Equalization Director Carl Fagerman s letter concerns county employees under the Emergency Employment Act. July 6, 1999. Wexford County Sheriff s deputies are investigating the theft of a pickup truck from the Mesick area Sunday evening. Wexford County Central Dispatch received a report of a rollover accident on North 13 Road near West 18 12 Road at 7:40 p.m. A witness observed a man running from the scene of the accident into a wooded area near the crash site. Deputies discovered that the pickup truck involved in the onevehicle crash had been stolen after the driver tried to cash a check at a Mesickarea business. A clerk at the business suspected that the man was not the owner of the check book and called the phone on the check, which led to the discovery of the stolen truck. Deputies learned of the suspect s name because he signed his own name when he attempted to cash the check. The suspect s name is being withheld by the sheriff s department. The man remained at large Monday evening. clampherecadillacnews.com 775NEWS 6397. . . Success!An email has been sent towith a link to confirm list signup. Error!There was an error processing your request. Breaking News from the Cadillac News. Entertainment from Cadillac News. Local News from Cadillac News. National News from Cadillac News. Would you like to receive our daily news?Signup today!. Obituaries from Cadillac News. Sports from Cadillac News. Monday Friday 8:00am 5:30pm. You ll get access to the 1 Source of local news, sports and advertising information when and where you want it. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:.

Mix of clouds and sun with possible showers today. Help for ant infestations provided in Cadillac. Budget discussions expected at commissioner's meeting. Pickup truck stolen in Mesick area under investigation by sheriff's deputies.

The Minister of Justice of Armenia, Grigor Minasyan, met with the president of the International Criminal Court ICC, Tomoko Akane, in The Hague, the Netherlands, the Ministry of Justice of Armenia informs Armenian NewsNEWS.am. Minasyan recalled that on October 3, 2023, Armenia ratified the ICC s Rome Statute, which entered into force in the country on February 1, 2024. By ratifying it, Armenia reaffirmed its commitment to fight impunity for the most serious crimes that threaten world peace and security. Thus, Armenia recognized the jurisdiction of the ICC retroactively, committing to align its national legislation with the principles of the Rome Statute. Also, Grigor Minasyan reaffirmed Armenia's commitment to ensure the continuity of the aligning of its national legal framework for the implementation of the Rome Statute, and expressed readiness to develop the capabilities of relevant Armenian law enforcement agencies in the context of the effective implementation of the postratification process of the Rome Statute in Armenia. In conclusion, the minister of justice of Armenia expressed gratitude to the ICC for the opportunity to strengthen cooperation. In turn, ICC president Tomoko Akane congratulated Armenia on becoming a member of the International Criminal Court, and expressed readiness to assist Armenia in its postratification process of the Rome Statute and in some other domains of cooperation. The copyright for information published on this web site is owned exclusively by Armenian NewsNEWS.am informationanalytical agency. All information materials published on this website are intended solely for personal use. For full or partial reproduction of any material in other media it is required to acquire written permission from Armenian NewsNEWS.am informationanalytical agency. Those, who have committed copyright violations, will be prosecuted accordingly.

Armenia's Minister of Justice met with the President of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, discussing Armenia's ratification of the ICC's Rome Statute and commitment to fighting serious crimes. Armenia recognized ICC's jurisdiction retroactively and pledged to align national legislation with the Rome Statute's principles. Both parties expressed readiness to cooperate in strengthening Armenia's legal framework and thanked each other for the opportunity.

A Delhi court on Saturday extended the judicial custody of former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia till July 15 in the Central Bureau of Investigation s CBI s corruption case linked to the alleged excise policy scam. Advocates Vivek Jain, Rajat Bhardwaj and Nitesh Rana appearing for the accused in the CBI case argued that the central agency was misleading the court and had wrongly stated in March that the investigation was complete. Investigation qua the 16 accused is complete. Only the role of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is being investigated further, Special Public Prosecutor D P Singh representing CBI said. The counsel of the accused also stated that in an earlier Supreme Court hearing in June, the CBI had said that the investigation would end by July 3. To this, the CBI responded by saying that new facts had emerged after June and that they would update the apex court regarding the same. Sisodia is accused of extraprocedural interference in framing the nowscrapped Delhi excise policy, allegedly tweaking it for the benefit of select liquor entities and causing a loss of several hundred crores of rupees to the state exchequer. Sisodia was first arrested by the CBI in February last year and then by the Enforcement Directorate ED in March. In the ED chargesheet the ED is investigating the money laundering aspects of the alleged scam Sisodia was named as a key conspirator in the case. Director Mehul Kumar shared how actors Raaj Kumar and Nana Patekar were cautious about working together due to their famous tempers. Despite this, Mehul managed to convince Nana to star in the film Tirangaa, after being turned down by Rajinikanth and Naseeruddin Shah.

Former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia's judicial custody extended till July 15 in CBI corruption case related to excise policy scam. CBI clarifies investigation ongoing, role of Delhi Chief Minister being looked into. Sisodia accused of tampering with excise policy for select liquor entities, causing significant loss to state exchequer. Sisodia arrested by both CBI and ED. Nana Patekar starred in film Tirangaa after Rajinikanth and Naseeruddin Shah declined.

The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. Almost 5 decades after the bodies of a man and woman were found strangled in Greenville County, deputies are asking the public for help solving the cold case. The Greenville County Sheriff s Office Cold Case Unit made the plea Monday on Facebook. More news:Suspect shot, killed by officer after threatening store manager in Upstate, officials say. They said Donna McKracken, 22, and David Clemishaw, 28, both of Asheville, North Carolina, were found dead on July 11th, 1978. Investigators said the bodies were discovered by a migrant farmer on Barton Road, in Tigerville. More news:Drone used at apartment complex finds man dead after woman found shot, police say. "Their bound bodies were found along a creek bed while their car was found several days later in North Carolina," officials said. "The cause of death was strangulation.". Investigators said that after several years of following up on leads stemming from multiple states, the 46yearold case went cold. Because it s such an old case, some of the individuals who were involved in that case may no longer be with us anymore," said Jeremy Holt with the Greenville Cunty Sheriff s Office. "So that makes it a little bit harder for our investigators to track down some additional leads. So, that s why we ask the community to communicate to us anything that they think is relevant to the case. . More news:Situation at Ocean Lakes campground in Myrtle Beach ends with one person in custody, police say. The GCSO Cold Case Unit reopened the investigation recently to reexamine old evidence and look for new leads in the case. "The only thing that we really want the public to do is if they know anything whether it s small or whether it s something large we just ask the community to contact us, Holt said. Deputies ask anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers of Greenville at 23CRIME, and say people who leave tips can remain anonymous. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites.

Greenville County deputies seek help solving a cold case from 1978 involving the strangulation of Donna McKracken and David Clemishaw. The bodies were discovered on Barton Road, Tigerville, with little progress in the case due to the age of the investigation and key individuals possibly being deceased. The Cold Case Unit reopens the case, urging the public to provide any relevant information to aid the investigation.

PINE BELT, Miss. WDAM Two Pine Belt military museums opened their doors Thursday, to celebrate the Fourth of July. The Veterans Memorial Museum in Laurel and the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby welcomed visitors from South Mississippi and beyond. Erin Bilbo, her husband and two sons made a trip to Laurel from Fairhope, Alabama, on Independence Day. As part of their trip, they dropped by the Veterans Memorial Museum. We came to the museum Thursday, because it s the Fourth of July and we wanted to show our boys a little bit about America s history, Bilbo said. I just want them to see the sacrifices that people have made so that they can be free. . This was the first year for the Laurel museum to open on the Fourth. We know there are a lot of things to do and people need to get out on the Fourth of July, besides fireworks, so we figured we d start opening on the Fourth of July and give them a chance to see the museum, said Larry Callahan, Board of Directors presidentVeterans Memorial Museum chief executive officer. Delton Mardis, of Sumrall, spent part of his Independence Day holiday at the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum. I m kind of a history buff, I like to keep up with what s going on and what happened in the past, so it was a good day to come, Mardis said. Admission to both museums is free and both will also be open on Friday and Saturday. Want more WDAM 7 news in your inbox? Clickhereto subscribe to our newsletter. Copyright 2024 WDAM. All rights reserved.

Two Pine Belt military museums, the Veterans Memorial Museum in Laurel and the Mississippi Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby, opened their doors on the Fourth of July to visitors. People like Erin Bilbo and her family visited to learn about American history and the sacrifices made for freedom. The Laurel museum opened on the Fourth for the first time. Admission is free, and both museums are also open on Friday and Saturday.

To enjoy additional benefits. Published July 09, 2024 01:34 pm IST CHENNAI. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin released the two coffee table books in the presence of T.N. Ministers as well as Nirmala Lakshman, chairperson,The HinduPublishing Group Private Limited, on Tuesday, July 8, 2024 Photo Credit: Vedhan M. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin released two coffee table books titled Folk Deities of Tamil Nadu: Worship, Tradition and Custom and Forts of Tamil Nadu: A WalkThrough brought out byThe HinduGroup of Publications in collaboration with the Tamil Nadu government s Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments HR and CE Department and Tourism Department. The books were released at the Secretariat in Chennai on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. K. Ramachandran, Minister for Tourism, received the first copy of the book Forts of Tamil Nadu: A WalkThrough and P.K. Sekarbabu, Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments, received the first copy of Folk Deities of Tamil Nadu: Worship, Tradition and Custom in the presence of Nirmala Lakshman, chairperson,The HinduGroup Publishing Private Limited. The book on folk deities, curated by B. Kolappan,The Hindu s Senior Deputy Editor, focuses on the innumerable folk deities of Tamil Nadu. Some of these have a panregional appeal, while others are worshipped in a particular area or by certain communities and families. Tamil society worshipped heroes who laid down their lives for a common cause. Nadu Kal hero stones were erected to honour those heroes. Madurai Veeran, Kaathvarayan, and Muthupattan were raised to the status of deities for questioning existing norms of society and achieved martyrdom. Muneeswaran and Karuppasamy were worshipped as guardian deities, as per the book. The book also documents the history, worship, tradition and customs of folk deities. Scholars and folklorists who wrote extensively about these deities have contributed to the book, which includes colourful photographs of folk deities from across Tamil Nadu. The book also has chapters on Sudalai Madan, Ayyanar, PonnarSankar, Maasani Amman, Bannari Amman, and Angalamman. With many of these deities and their worship methods fast disappearing, the book is also very timely. Another book Forts of Tamil Nadu: A WalkThrough curated by Sanjana Ganesh, Senior Sub Editor,The Hindu, documents the past glory of several forts in Tamil Nadu through essays that delve into their long history. Writers fromThe Hinduand several freelance contributors attempted to chart the high points of history at various forts across Tamil Nadu. Many such structures have existed in the State for centuries. The sprawling grounds of these structures have been the site of political discourse, military prowess, foreign diplomacy and international trade. The book attempts to deepen one s understanding of Tamil Nadu s contribution to the history of India, and features Fort St. George in Chennai as well as forts at Gingee, Sadras, Thirumayam, Alamparai, Vandavasi, Vellore, Sankagiri, Tharangambadi, Ranjankudi, Krishnagiri, Dindigul, Cuddalore, Tiruchi Rockfort, Rayakottai, Namakkal and Vattakottai. The book has photographs of these forts from today and some archival images showing the structures in their heyday. Shiv Das Meena, Chief Secretary; B. Chandra Mohan, Principal Secretary, Department of Tourism Culture and Religious Endowments; C. Samayamoorthy, Commissioner of Tourism and Managing Director of Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation and K.V. Muralidharan, Commissioner, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department were among others present during the launch. The books will soon be available for purchase. Tamil Naduhistory booksTamilreligion and beliefmonument and heritage sitebooks and literature. BACK TO TOP. Terms conditionsInstitutional Subscriber. Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide by ourcommunity guidelinesfor posting your comments. We have migrated to a new commenting platform. If you do not have an account please register and login to post comments. Users can access their older comments by logging into their accounts on Vuukle.

Chief Minister M.K. Stalin released two coffee table books titled Folk Deities of Tamil Nadu and Forts of Tamil Nadu in collaboration with The Hindu Publishing Group and state government departments. The books document the history, worship, and customs of folk deities and the historical significance of forts in Tamil Nadu. Various prominent figures were present at the book launch, and the books will soon be available for purchase.

ByPalestine Chronicle Staff. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and the military have agreed to begin drafting ultraOrthodox Jews from next month, according to The Jerusalem Post. The papernotedthe exact number of draft orders to be issued was not indicated. However, the military said that it could immediately integrate around 3,000 ultraOrthodox men, in addition to the around 1,800 it already has. . Gallant approved the army s recommendation to issue draft orders to members of the Haredi community next month, the Defense Ministry statement said in a statement, according to the Anadolu news agency. The statement did not specify the number of ultraOrthodox Jews or Haredi to be drafted. The Jerusalem Post said, The 3,000 is out of a class of around 10,000 12,000 per academic year, with over 60,000 Haredi potentially in play from several academic years. . There was no immediate comment from Israeli religious parties on the decision, Anadolu said. Supreme Court Mandate UltraOrthodox Jews Must Serve in the Army. . Last month, Israel s Supreme Courtruledthat the Haredi must be conscripted into the army and that financial aid should be withheld from religious institutions whose students do not comply with military service requirements. Haredi Jews, who make up about 13 of Israel s population of approximately 9.9 million, do not serve in the military, citing a commitment to study the Torah, Judaism s holy book. Israeli law requires every Israeli citizen over the age of 18 to serve in the military, while the exemption of Haredi from service has been a controversial issue for decades. The Times of Israel reports that an estimated 67,000 Haredi males are eligible for military service. Currently on trial before the International Court of Justice forgenocideagainst Palestinians, Israel has been waging a devastating war on Gaza since October 7. According to Gaza s Ministry of Health, 38,243 Palestinians have been killed, and 88,033 wounded. Genocide Continues Children among Dozens Killed in Latest Israeli Airstrikes. . Israel says that 1,200 soldiers and civilians were killed during the AlAqsa Flood Operation on October 7. Israeli media published reports suggesting that many Israelis were killed on that day by friendly fire . Palestinian and international organizations say that the majority of those killed and wounded are women and children. The Israeli war has resulted in an acute famine, mostly in northern Gaza, resulting in the death of many Palestinians, mostly children. The Israeli aggression has also resulted in the forceful displacement of nearly two million people from all over the Gaza Strip, with the vast majority of the displaced forced into the densely crowded southern city of Rafah near the border with Egypt in what has become Palestine s largest mass exodus since the 1948 Nakba. Later in the war, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians began moving from the south to central Gaza in a constant search for safety. PC, Anadolu. Immeasurable Failure Gaza s Women SelfInducing Labor, Giving Birth in Traumatic Conditions. By Mahmoud Mushtaha According to the Gaza Ministry of Social Development, 459 families were displaced as a result of the Israeli war. On May 9, . At least four Palestinians, including a child, were injured by Israeli occupation forces on Friday, during the weekly protest against Israeli settlement construction in the village of Kafr Qaddum, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA . Israeli occupation authorities on Sunday forced a Palestinian to demolish his own house in the Wadi alJoz neighborhood in occupied East Jerusalem, under the pretext of being built without a permit, the official Palestinian news . This is: Zionism. Theodor Herzl s goal was to exploit the Jewish people for his own purposes. And here we go . Your email address will not be published. Comment. Name. Email. Website. 9 9. . . . What Israel, proIsraeli organizations aim to achieve from vilifying the Palestine Chronicle. We seek the truth, freedom and dignity for the Palestinian people. PleaseSupport Us. Israel has arrested at least 30 Palestinian lawyers since October 7. They include two female lawyers. Readmore. A recent New York Times made many claims about the mass rape of Israeli women on October 7. But two leading Palestinian media organizations, The Palestine Chronicle and Friends of Palestine Network, conducted a joint investigation, the outcome of which resulted in the The Black Dress , a groundbreaking 18minute documentary looking into allegations and the possible falsification of evidence. Copyright 19992024 PalestineChronicle.com. All rights reserved Powered ByMedia Seniors

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has approved drafting ultra-Orthodox Jews starting next month, aiming to integrate around 3,000 more into the military. Israeli Supreme Court ruled Haredi Jews must serve in the army, with financial consequences for non-compliance. Meanwhile, Israel continues conflicts in Gaza, resulting in significant casualties and displaced families.

. The 63rdQueensland Training Awards regional finals showcased the great work in vocationaleducation and trainingVET across the state. . Categories included apprentices, trainees, vocational students, teachers and trainers, community training projects and employers. With almost 750 statewide nominations this year, the selected regional finalists represent the excellence, hard work, and dedication evident in Queensland s highperforming training system. Minister for Training and Skills Development, Lance McCallum, said the awards provide a platform to highlight these top performers. I congratulate all of all our Metropolitan regional winners and wish them all the best at the Queensland Training Awards state final in September, Lance McCallum. Tyler Gscheidle is Central Queensland s Harry Hauenschild Apprentice of the Year and is now a qualified carpenter and continues to work with Gladstone s Werry Building, where he now guides and mentors other apprentices. Johnson s 4WD in Rockhampton is the Small Employer of the Year as recognition for their great work developing the skills of their apprentices and staff to deliver highquality four wheeldrive services and repairs. CRA Construction, based in Geebung, is the Small Employer of the Year with half their staff undertaking a trade including apprentices and three qualified plasterers looking to add carpentry to their skill sets. The awards follow the biggest reform to skills and training in almost a decade the new Good Jobs, Great Training: Queensland Skills Strategy 20242028. The strategy is aiming to deliver one million subsidised training places, easing costofliving pressures for those who want to train, upskill, reskill, and pursue careers in the state s priority industries. The regional winners were announced at the regional Queensland Training Awards event at Brisbane City Hall on Friday, 5 July 2024. PremiumAd2023 ALLTRADES TRAILERS ALLLOAD 1.5TON ALR1.52.41,397Location markerThe shape of a location markerYatala, QLDPremiumAdYALE MP15UX3,750Location markerThe shape of a location markerGriffith, NSWPremiumAd2023 FARESIN 7.32C172,000Location markerThe shape of a location markerToowoomba, QLDPremiumAdSUREWELD 3.6M, 6,000KG CAPACITY CLIMAXX RUBBER SERIES LOADING RAMP2,948Delivery Australia WidePremiumAd2005 JCB UNKNOWN 53170 Agri super99,000Location markerThe shape of a location markerTemora, NSWPremiumAd2022 YALE MPC152,629Location markerThe shape of a location markerGriffith, NSWPremiumAd20FT CONTAINER SIDE OPENING13,000Location markerThe shape of a location markerShepparton North, VICPremiumAd2020 LIFT KING LTMG ERB15 Y2012011628,500Location markerThe shape of a location markerYatala, QLDPremiumAd2019 JCB 53170 AGRI FARM SPECIAL119,000Location markerThe shape of a location markerBallarat, VICPremiumAd2023 ALLTRADES TRAILERS ALLLOAD 1.5TON ALR1.52.01,265Location markerThe shape of a location markerYatala, QLDPremiumAdPRENTICE 7,000KG SWL13,200POAper week HIRELocation markerThe shape of a location markerGranville, NSWPremiumAd2005 DIECI DEDALUS 28.765,450Location markerThe shape of a location markerDonald, VIC. 2023 ALLTRADES TRAILERS ALLLOAD 1.5TON ALR1.52.4. 1,397. Yatala, QLD. YALE MP15UX. 3,750. Griffith, NSW. 2023 FARESIN 7.32C. 172,000. Toowoomba, QLD. SUREWELD 3.6M, 6,000KG CAPACITY CLIMAXX RUBBER SERIES LOADING RAMP. 2,948. 2005 JCB UNKNOWN 53170 Agri super. 99,000. Temora, NSW. 2022 YALE MPC15. 2,629. Griffith, NSW. 20FT CONTAINER SIDE OPENING. 13,000. Shepparton North, VIC. 2020 LIFT KING LTMG ERB15 Y201201162. 8,500. Yatala, QLD. 2019 JCB 53170 AGRI FARM SPECIAL. 119,000. Ballarat, VIC. 2023 ALLTRADES TRAILERS ALLLOAD 1.5TON ALR1.52.0. 1,265. Yatala, QLD. PRENTICE 7,000KG SWL. 13,200. POA. per week HIRE. Granville, NSW. 2005 DIECI DEDALUS 28.7. 65,450. Donald, VIC. . Manufacturers Monthly is a businesstobusiness magazine and a valuable reference tool for all members of the manufacturing industry. The magazine is highly targeted and is read by key decisionmakers who purchase and specify manufacturing equipment and services. It is also widely read by suppliers to the manufacturing industry. .

Queensland Training Awards regional finals celebrate excellence in vocational education and training across the state. Winners include apprentices, trainees, vocational students, teachers, trainers, community projects, and employers. Nearly 750 nominations were received this year, highlighting the commitment and hard work in Queensland's training system. The awards coincide with the introduction of the Good Jobs, Great Training: Queensland Skills Strategy 2024-2028, aiming to offer one million subsidized training places and support career development in priority industries.

Farmer Wants a Wife favouritesAndrew Coleman and Claire Saunders have called off their wedding in a shock announcement. 0. min cost 0. Loginor signup to continue reading. The Narrominebased couple, wholeft the popular reality show early after declaring their love, have been engaged since March 2024. Posting to Instagram on July 8 Ms Saunders said "Andrew and I have had to cancel our wedding due to reasons out of our control, but we are both okay". "I'm not sure what else to say other than, sometimes life is hard and we all just need a little breathing space," she said. "There will be no farming content from me for the foreseeable future. "My dogs and I have headed north to Darwin to work for the dry season.". She posted a photo with Lucie Gilmour, who wasalso vying for Farmer Andrew's heart, captioning the picture "territory time with sister wife". The Farmer Wants a Wife couple were fan favourites after their early departure in season 13 saying they were eager to begin their lives together. Ms Saunders said in 2023 that her goal for entering the show was to "meet someone, fall in love, get married and live happily ever". Mr Coleman said "it will be good when things quieten down but at the same time we've both embraced what's been happening and the majority of it has been positive" in 2023. Reach out with news or updates to anna.houlahanaustcommunitymedia.com.au. Reach out with news or updates to anna.houlahanaustcommunitymedia.com.au. Advertisement. Advertisement

Farmer Wants a Wife favorites Andrew Coleman and Claire Saunders have called off their wedding due to reasons beyond their control, despite being engaged since March 2024. Claire shared the news on Instagram, mentioning that they both need some breathing space. She also revealed that she and her dogs have moved to Darwin for work. Their departure from the show in season 13 had made them fan favorites, with Claire expressing her goal of finding love and getting married on the show.

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Dr. Roshan Rajadurai from Hayleys Plantations Sector represented Sri Lanka at the 10th World Water Forum in Bali. At the event, he shared innovative water management strategies, emphasizing sustainability and commitment to The CEO Water Mandate. The dialogue, organized by the Indonesia Global Compact Network and UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka, focused on corporate water stewardship practices. Rajadurai highlighted KVPL's efforts in responsible water usage and conservation, stressing collaboration for significant advancements in water resilience.

. February 28, 1945 July 4, 2024 age 79. Karen Joy Malone, 79, passed away on July 4th, 2024. Karen Joy Schade was born on February 28th, 1945, to Clairannis Lockwood and Frederick Schade. She grew up attending schools and church in South Pasadena, California, and later graduated from Cal State with a degree in Sociology. Her father Frederick passed away when she was young leaving her mother and older sister Diane to care for her. As a child Karen enjoyed spending time with her family and visiting her grandparents cabin in Idyllwild, California, as well as spending time with friends and visiting the California beaches. Karen worked as a social worker, before joining Scripps Memorial Hospital in San Diego, California, as an Executive Secretary, until retiring early. She also lived with, and cared for, her mother Clairannis until her mother passed in 2002. In her later years Karen moved to Utah to be near her grandchildren. Her son Shawn Malone lived with his mother in Utah until passing in 2018. Karen's sister Diane passed away in 2021. In Karen's last few years she stayed in contact with the friends and family that were dear to her and she always brought joy to their day. She lived a quiet peaceful life in her condo located in North Logan, Utah, where she cared for the local wildlife. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick and Clairannis Schade, her sister Diane Wendt, her son Shawn Malone, and her cousins, Victor Lockwood and Larry Lockwood. She is survived by her brotherinlaw, Jerry Wendt, her cousininlaw, Onda Lockwood, her cousin, Joel Lockwood, her grandchildren, Maya and Cade Malone, their mother, Katrina Farrow, and Karen s lifelong friend, Linda Schultz. A devout Christian, Karen left this with us:. In the Arms of GodBy Max Lucado. We don t like to say goodbye to those whom we love separation is tough. It is right for us to weep, but there is no need for us to despair. The had pain here. They have no pain there. The struggled here. They have no struggles there. But they don t. They understand. They are, at this very moment, at peace in the presence of God . When it is cold on earth, we can take comfort in knowing that our loved ones are in the warm arms of God. And when Christ comes, we will hold them, too. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family atAllen Mortuaries. . . . . . . Log In. Currently in Logan. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:

Karen Joy Malone, 79, passed away on July 4th, 2024. She was born on February 28th, 1945, and spent her life in California and Utah. Karen worked in social services and for a hospital, later retiring. Her loved ones precede her in death, but she is survived by family and friends, leaving a legacy of peace and love.

Thealternarialeaf spot, a fungus that damages leaves of apple plants resulting in prematuredefoliation and damage to fruit, has been spreading like wildfire in apple orchards across Himachal Pradesh, officials and experts have said. Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry at Nauni in Solan district has issued an alert about the leaf spot, also known as blight. Areas where the maximum temperature was 25 degrees Celsius or more and received less rain are the worst affected. Moisture and humidity provide congenial atmosphere for the growth ofalternaria. Indeed, this time it is on an alarming level. The worstaffected areas are Jubbal, Chaupal, Kotkhai, Ratnari, Baghi etc, Dr Usha Sharma from the university s pathology department toldThe Indian Expressfrom Baghi, where she was on a field visit on Wednesday. Our university has already issued an alert. Teams have been visiting the areas. Current weather conditions are favourable for the alternaria leaf spot. The condition can deteriorate if the affected areas don t receive adequate rain, which will bring the temperature further down, she added. At least eight teams of scientists from the university s pathology and anatomy departments were constituted and they have already visited affected areas in Kotkhai, Chaupal, Jubbal andShimla. Sources in the state department of horticulture said they had received information about the problem along with pictures of leaves infected with thealternariaspot. Most of the applebelt areas, especially in Shimla, which produce more than 60 per cent of the crop in the state are affected with the alternaria leaf spot, a source said, adding that the available infrastructure was inadequate to tackle the disease on a large level. An officer with the state horticulture department said, We have received hundreds of phone calls, messages and pictures showingalternariaspotaffected leaves of apple plants in the last fourfive days. This fungus spreads like wildfire. The vulnerability is so high that we are receiving pictures of affected apple crops even from areas situated above the elevation between 5,500 m and 6,000m. Alternaria comes every year but not to this extent. We have been advising people about the sprays that can cure the fungus. But if the affected areas don t receive adequate rainfall, it will be difficult to control this blight. . Vinay Singh, Director, Department of Horticulture, said, We along with the scientists concerned are on the job to prevent the spread of the alternaria leaf spot. . As per the weather department, the state received 54 per cent less rain in June. This time average monsoon rain is expected. Isolated places are expected to receive rain on Wednesday but intensive rainfall has not been predicted. An advisory issued by the university on Tuesday said, For the management of alternate leaf spotblight, the farmers are advised to spray, if the need be, ofmancozeb600gm200L water, as the protectant. But where these spotsblights are severe, the farmers are advised to spray alternatively the formulations consisting of,hexaconazole4 zineb 68 WP 500gm200L water or carbendazim 25 flusilazole 12.5 SC 160ml200L water at 1012 days interval in the infected orchards. . Farmers are advised to address their queries tohodmpp2014gmail.comand use the email ID to report symptoms of the diseases with photographs. Apples are harvested from July to the first week of November, depending on the variety and the elevation of the area. The crop constitutes almost 49 per cent of the area under fruit cultivation and 85 per cent of Himachal Pradesh s fruit economy, which amounts to Rs 4,000 crore. Approximately 90 per cent of the apple produce in the state goes to the nationwide domestic market. In 2024, the horticulture department set a target of 5.82 lakh metric tonne apple production. The target last year was 5.30 lakh metric tonne but production was 4.84 lakh metric tonne. This was almost 28 per cent less than 6.72 lakh metric tonnes produced in 2022. Mumbai experienced subdued showers and sunny skies on Wednesday after heavy rainfall brought the city to a standstill. The IMD has issued a yellow alert, with moderate to heavy rainfall expected over the next few days. The city's lakes are at 21.67 capacity, lower than last year's levels. The weather bureau has also issued alerts for neighboring districts.

The alternaria leaf spot fungus is spreading rapidly in apple orchards in Himachal Pradesh, affecting areas with high temperatures and low rain. The condition is alarming, affecting areas like Jubbal, Chaupal, and Shimla. The state is taking measures to prevent further spread, advising farmers on sprays to control the fungus. Adequate rainfall is crucial to managing the disease. Himachal Pradesh's apple economy is at stake, with the state producing a significant portion of the country's crop.

Former Labour Party leader and proPalestine activist Jeremy Corbyn was reelected in Islington North as an independent candidate. Five independent proPalestine candidates, including former Labour Party leaderJeremy Corbyn, have won in United Kingdom general elections with Israel s war on Gaza among key issues for voters. The other four independent candidates who won their seats from Labour on Friday include Shockat Adam in Leicester South, Ayoub Khan in Birmingham Perry Barr, Adnan Hussain in Blackburn, and Iqbal Mohamed in Dewsbury and Batley. Both the Conservatives, who were routed in the election, and Labour have said they want thefighting in Gazato stop. Yet, they have backed Israel s right to defend itself, angering proPalestine and Muslim voters across the country. Labour leader Keir Starmer, who will be the next prime minister, was heckled with shouts of Free Palestine both at the polling station in his Holborn and St Pancrasconstituency and at his election count as he was declared to have won his seat. Corbyn, 75, who has represented London s Islington North constituency for more than 40 years, was reelected after defeating Labour s Praful Nargund by 24,120 votes to 16,873. He said those who voted for him were looking for a government that on the world stage will search for peace, not war, and not allow the terrible conditions to go on in Gaza at the present time . In a separate statement on Friday morning thanking his supporters, Corbyn said the result was a glimpse of a different future, which puts the interests of many ahead of those of the few . It is also a warning a warning to the incoming government that dissent cannot be crushed without consequences. It has been the honour of my life to represent you, the people of Islington North. I will continue to learn from you, be accountable to you and draw inspiration from you. The future we speak of is no pipedream; our community is proof that a kinder, fairer world is possible. . Tonight, we made history. This is just the beginning.pic.twitter.comtY1MdOAsjY. Jeremy Corbyn jeremycorbynJuly 5, 2024. . Adam unseated Labour frontbencher Jonathan Ashworth in Leicester South. Mohamed, whose key focus areas include a ceasefire in Gaza, beat the Labour candidate Heather Iqbal in Dewsbury and Batley. In Blackburn, Labour s Kate Hollern lost to Adnan Hussain, who said in his online statement to voters: I promise to make your concerns against the injustice being inflicted against the people of Gaza be heard in the places where our socalled representatives failed. . As leader, Corbyn shifted Labour from the centre and energised supporters. He led Labour through the 2016 vote to leave the European Union and did better than expected in the 2017 general election. However, the party performed poorly in the 2019 election and he stepped down as leader. His time as party leader washighly divisive, with supporters saying his popular policies were drowned out by negative media coverage and critics attacking his approach to Brexit, the handling of antiSemitism allegations, and his appeal in traditional Labour heartlands. He was suspended from the party in 2020 after he refused to accept the findings of a rights watchdog s probe into claims that antiSemitism was rife under his leadership. At the start of the election, Corbyn announced that he would contest the constituency as an independent voice for equality, democracy and peace . . . . . . . . . . Follow Al Jazeera English:

Jeremy Corbyn and four other pro-Palestine independent candidates won seats in the UK general election, with Gaza conflict a crucial issue. Both Labour and Conservatives support Israel's defense rights. Corbyn vows to promote peace and criticizes the dire conditions in Gaza. His re-election marks a shift towards a kinder world and warns against suppressing dissent.

Instructions:. Want to discuss? Please read ourCommenting Policyfirst. Displaced residents of Kelowna, B.C. s illfated supportive housing building are being offered financial compensation from the organization blamed for their current plight. Each household atHadgraft Wilson Placeis eligible to receive financial support of 12,000 from UBC Properties Trust. The aim is to help tenants who have been displaced since April, when cracks appeared in the building s foundation, face unexpected costs associated with renting and moving into new accommodations, UBC officials said in a press release. Residents were informed on July 2 by Pathways Abilities Society, which operates the building, along with detailed instructions on how to receive payment. The financial package does not prevent residents from advancing legal claims in the future, according to the press release. There areseveral lawsuits relatingto the damage caused in nearby buildings. In addition to support for residents, arrangements have been made with Pathways and BC Housing for UBC Properties Trust to carry out early mitigation efforts for the HWP building. UBC Properties Trust has begun shoring work in the HWP parkade and while it s still too early to say when the building can be occupied again, UBC is encouraged by the recent pace of progress. Charisse Daley, executive director of Pathways Abilities Society, said the shoring work is cause for celebration and they re hopeful it will allow residents the ability to get back into the building to collect the remainder of their belongings. Pathways, which runs Hadgraft Wilson Place, said they re still working to support residents the best they can. It s an unfortunate position to be in, she said. We didn t think we d be here just a year and a month after it opened. . Residents of the building have, for the most part, been staying at the new residence building at Okanagan College. When September rolls around, however, they will again be displaced and that s a concern both Daley and Cormack share. This new financial assistance is a welcome development, but there is still much work to be done and that is where our focus will continue to be. . The City of Kelowna adds that this additional relief for evacuated residents comes at a critical time. This support will provide needed relief for residents while further work takes place. . Cormack says the progress made so far has been possible thanks to everyone working together. While this situation has been very difficult for the residents, I am heartened by the way our broader community stepped up to help. The City of Kelowna, Okanagan College, Pathways, BC Housing and the provincial government are all at the table and singularly focused on finding longterm and pragmatic solutions that benefit both residents and the community at large. . They relocated to the new Okanagan College residence building until Aug. 15, at which point they will move, though nobody is sure where that will be just yet. Cracks in the building that have made it unsafe are believed to have been caused by the construction of a massive UBC Okanagan tower next door. The email you need for the day s top news stories from Canada and around the world. The email you need for the day s top news stories from Canada and around the world.

Displaced residents of Kelowna's Hadgraft Wilson Place due to foundation issues are offered $12,000 financial support from UBC Properties Trust. The fund aims to help with unexpected costs of relocation. Pathways Abilities Society announced payment details. Legal claims can still be pursued. Shoring work is progressing at the parkade, providing hope for residents to retrieve belongings. Residents are temporarily housed at Okanagan College, with uncertainty for future accommodations. The community collaborates on solutions.

Most Popular. Rain batters Korea's southern regions, 'heaviest in 200 years'. YouTube star Tzuyang tells of abuse by exboyfriend. Kpop fans uneasy about return of main culprits in Burning Sun scandal. Texas governor vows full support for Samsung s expansion in US. NATO slams NKRussia arms trade as Yoon moves to bolster security cooperation. Kim Seongkon Conspicuous forms of discrimination in our society. Korea to boost affordability of EVs with new battery recycling scheme. Driver behind deadly car crash in downtown Seoul undergoes 2nd round of police questioning. IndoPacific Command's role key to 'rocksolid' KoreaUS alliance: Yoon. Seoul sees 64 jump in teens seeking ADHD medication from 20212023: data. Start your day with a roundup of key stories from The Korea Herald with news and comment on all that s happening in Korea. Published : July 5, 2024 16:23. Link copied. Rep. Wi Sunglac, Seoul s former ambassador to Russia and a Democratic Party of Korea lawmaker, said Thursday some key Donald Trump allies have told him they think US troops in South Korea could be reduced although not completely withdrawn if the former president wins in November. The firsttime lawmaker, who visited the US from June 23 to 29 as part of the Democratic Party delegation, said he spoke with Donald Trump 2024 presidential campaign officials and allies including Newt Gingrich, the former House speaker while he was there. Wi did not disclose the names of any other officials he met with besides Gingrich. I was told by his campaign officials that if Trump is reelected, some reductions in US troops levels in South Korea were likely, but that they would not be withdrawn completely, he told The Korea Herald. I was also told South Korea could be asked to share more of the defense costs. . Wi said Gingrich also suggested that US relations with China and Russia could improve under Trump. But Wi said he personally would not rule out US troops from being pulled out of South Korea altogether, if a secondterm Trump administration becomes a reality. Some believe that the establishment officials in Washington would prevent Trump from pulling US troops from the Korean Peninsula and making other moves that he hinted at. That may have been the case during the firstterm Trump administration, he said. But if Trump is back in the White House, things are going to be quite different. I don t think that kind of supervision would continue to work with a second Trump term. . Wi explained that over the trip the delegation aimed to listen to campaign staffers and other key officials ahead of the US presidential election, to prepare for possible changes in Washington s attitude toward Korea. Related Stories. The Korea Herald by Herald CorporationCopyright Herald Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Rain batters South Korea, YouTube star reveals abuse, Kpop fans uneasy about Burning Sun scandal, Texas governor supports Samsung’s expansion, NATO criticizes NK-Russia arms trade, Korea to boost EV affordability, Seoul sees increase in teens seeking ADHD medication, US troops reduction in South Korea possible if Trump wins election.

. A mix of clouds and sun. High 83F. Winds light and variable.. Mostly cloudy with some showers after midnight. Low 64F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40. Updated: July 11, 2024 4:37 am. A mix of clouds and sun. High 83F. Winds light and variable.. Mostly cloudy with some showers after midnight. Low 64F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 40. Updated: July 11, 2024 4:37 am. . . . . . . . President Joe Biden won muchneeded support from senior Democrats and gave a confident NATO summit speech Tuesday, but doubts over his age and fitness continued to dog his reelection bid. The top Democrat in the House of Representatives, Hakeem Jeffries, held meetings with members about whether to ditch Biden as their 2024 candidate following his disastrous debate performance against Donald Trump. Biden meanwhile tried to prove he still has what it takes on the world stage, addressing NATO leaders in Washington, DC for the alliance's 75th anniversary in a closelywatched speech. Reading from a teleprompter, Biden spoke forcefully about the "moment in history", making almost none of the verbal stumbles that made the June 27 debate so painful for his supporters to watch. After days in which his fate hung in the balance, Biden has looked to move on and the party meetings on Tuesday were a pivotal moment. An initial meeting with lawmakers who fear their seats could be at risk in November was "intense," one member told US media, with another saying the mood was "pretty much unanimous" that Biden should step down. But in the party's full caucus meeting later Tuesday there were signs that Biden has firmed up support, with several lawmakers walking past rows of reporters and declaring their allegiance to the president. Jerry Nadler, the ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, backed Biden despite having reportedly said at the weekend that he should step aside. "He said he's going to remain in, he's our candidate, and we're all going to support him hopefully we're all going to support him," Nadler told reporters. Even though the endorsements weren't all enthusiastic, there appeared to be grudging acceptance that Biden is not going anywhere, at least for now. The White House has tried to insist through a series of increasingly heated press briefings that the matter is settled and the party is united. "We do want to turn the page," Biden's spokeswoman Karine JeanPierre said Tuesday. "We want to get to the other side of this.". Most top Democrats such as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who reiterated Tuesday that "I'm with Joe" have rallied behind Biden, even as the party remains divided over a dismal debate performance watched by some 51 million Americans. Stubborn resistance remained Tuesday, with New Jersey congresswoman Mikie Sherrill becoming the seventh Democratic lawmaker to openly call on Biden to not seek reelection. Republicans in Congress have largely stood back and enjoyed the Democratic implosion, although Trump pulled no punches as he brought up the crisis at his first rally in 11 days at his Doral golf resort in Miami. "They want Crooked Joe out of the race. It's a shame the way they're treating him. But don't feel sorry for him. He's a very bad guy," Trump told supporters as he embarked on 75 minutes of invective mainly targeting his election rival. Concerns about Biden's health have upended the party less than four months before the vote. Biden stepped up his fightback this week, saying he would stay in the race and daring Democratic critics to challenge him at the party convention in August. The oldestever US president has dismissed his debate performance, in which he stumbled over words and stood with mouth agape, as a "bad night" caused by a cold and jetlag from arduous foreign travel. Biden's personal doctor said Monday the president was seen by a specialist in Parkinson's disease purely as part of normal neurological examinations during his annual medical. Biden's attempted relaunch has however failed to convince The New York Times. In a scathing editorial, it said Democrats "need to tell him that he is embarrassing himself and endangering his legacy.". dkmlmdwftdes. Originally published ondoc.afp.com, part of theBLOX Digital Content Exchange. . . . . Log In. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:

President Biden faces doubts over his age and fitness for reelection despite gaining support from senior Democrats after a confident NATO summit speech. While some lawmakers called for him to step down following a poor debate performance, Biden's support solidified in subsequent party meetings. However, concerns about his health persist, with some Democratic members urging him not to seek reelection. Republicans, led by Trump, have capitalized on the Democratic discord.

Partly to mostly cloudy. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 93F. Winds light and variable.. Considerable cloudiness. Low 73F. Winds light and variable. Updated: July 11, 2024 10:55 am. . Alexandria, La On Thursday, July 4, 2024, at approximately 11:03 PM the Alexandria Police responded to multiple calls about people shooting guns in the 2900 block of Fox Run. Responding officers arrested three individuals and confiscated three firearms, one of which was stolen. 19yearold Matthew Snowden of Alexandria, LA was charged with Discharging a Firearm in the City Limits and Resisting an Officer. 20yearold Jamari Harris from Boyce LA was charged with Discharging a Firearm in the City Limits and Resisting an Officer. 19yearold Gary Matthews of Alexandria LA was charged with Discharging a Firearm in the City Limits, Resisting an Officer, and Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm. The Alexandria Police Department would like to thank the Louisiana State Police and the Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office for their assistance with this apprehension. This is currently an ongoing investigation. If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, please contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at the phone number 318 4416416, or APD Dispatch 318 4416559. You may also email information to detectives at:APDDetectivescityofalex.com. For a cash reward, call Crime Stoppers of CenLa at 318 4437867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App can also be downloaded to leave tips and get a claim number for a cash reward atwww.p3tips.comcommunitymobile. If you have an event you'd like to list on the site, submit it now!. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:

Alexandria Police responded to reports of people shooting guns, leading to the arrest of three individuals and confiscation of three firearms, one of which was stolen. Charges include Discharging a Firearm, Resisting an Officer, and Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm. The investigation is ongoing, and the police seek information from the public.

BERLIN Germany will bar the use of critical components made by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE in core parts of the country s 5G networks in two steps starting in 2026, the nation s top security official said Thursday. Germany, which has Europe s biggest economy, has long mulled what to do about components made by Chinese suppliers in its newgeneration cellphone networks. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said critical components from Huawei and ZTE will be barred from 5G core networks by the end of 2026, while critical management systems from the two manufacturers in 5G access and transport networks must be replaced by the end of 2029. The decision follows negotiations in recent weeks withDeutsche Telekom, Vodafone andTelefonica, which operate Germany s 5G networks, and agreements will be signed with all three companies, the Interior Ministry said. We have examined the risks from critical components manufactured by Huawei and ZTE in German 5G cellphone networks very carefully, Faeser said as she announced the clear and strict agreement with German operators. With this, we are protecting the central nervous systems of Germany as a business location and we are protecting the communication of citizens, companies and the state, she said. We must reduce security risks and, unlike in the past, avoid onesided dependencies. . Today s threats underline the significance of secure telecommunications infrastructure, particularly with a view to dangers from sabotage and espionage, Faeser said. The United States in recent years successfully pushed European allies such asBritainandSwedento ban or restrict Huawei equipment in their phone networks over fears Beijing could use it for cybersnooping or sabotaging critical communications infrastructure allegations Huawei has denied repeatedly. Japan,Australia,New ZealandandCanadahave taken similar action. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz s government last yeardrew up a strategyfor relations with China that refers to a systemic rivalry with the Asian power and a need to reduce risks of economic dependency, but highlights Berlin s desire to work with Beijing on challenges such as climate change and maintain trade ties. The strategy drewcriticism from Beijing. Scholzvisited Chinain April on his second trip to the country since he took office at the end of 2021. Asked about Thursday s expected announcement at a daily briefing in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said that Huawei and other Chinese companies have been building highquality infrastructure for Europe and creating many jobs, and there is no evidence that they endanger the national security of European countries. . Politicizing economic, trade, and scitech issues will only undermine normal technical exchanges and cooperation and is not in the interest of any party, he said. Mutual suspicion between Western countries and China has mounted since Russia launched its fullscale invasion of Ukraine in early 2022. On Wednesday, NATO allies including Germanycalled Chinaa decisive enabler ofRussia s warand expressed concerns over Beijing s nuclear arsenal and its capabilities in space.Beijing respondedby accusing NATO of seeking security at the expense of others and told the alliance not to bring the same chaos to Asia. 2024 Fortune Media IP Limited. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of ourTerms of UseandPrivacy PolicyCA Notice at Collection and Privacy NoticeDo Not SellShare My Personal InformationFORTUNE is a trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, registered in the U.S. and other countries. FORTUNE may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.

Germany will ban Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE from using critical components in its 5G networks starting in 2026 and continuing through 2029. This decision comes after negotiations with major German operators and aims to reduce security risks and avoid one-sided dependencies. The move follows similar actions by countries like the UK, Sweden, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada amid concerns of cybersnooping and sabotage. The decision also reflects Germany's strategy for relations with China, which acknowledges systemic rivalry while seeking collaboration on issues like climate change.

PM Sunak, Labour leader Starmer warn of dire economic consequences if defeated. The UK votes on Thursday to decide if Labour Party leader Keir Starmer can end 14 years of opposition and secure 10 Downing Street, or if Prime Minister Rishi Sunak can defy the odds for a remarkable comeback. Surveys predict a massive Labour majority in the House of Commons, with projections ranging from 162 to 382 seats. Even the lowest estimate would surpass Tony Blair s 1997 landslide with 418 seats. General elections in the UK are determined by 650 district votes, each securing a seat in the House of Commons. A party needs 326 seats for a majority, though 320 usually suffices. Pollsters are more concerned about the scale of a Labour victory, with Starmer s party leading the Conservatives by over 20 points throughout the campaign, according to Bloomberg. Labour s consistent lead in polls reflects voter dissatisfaction with Conservative management of the cost of living, public services, immigration, and the economy. Sunak has sought to persuade voters that his 20 months in charge have set the economy on an upward path after the shocks of COVID19 and the war in Ukraine. Both Starmer and Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak kicked off the last day of campaigning warning voters of dire economic consequences if the other man wins. Polls open at 7am on Thursday and close at 10pm. Starmer toured England, Scotland, and Wales to consolidate support, urging voters to ensure change by casting their ballots. The Tories warned of tax rises and weaker national security if Labour wins, attempting to deter a Labour supermajority. . This election marks the first July vote since 1945, when Labour s Clement Attlee defeated Churchill, leading to significant social changes. If voted to power, Starmer has promised sustained economic growth, focused on wealth creation. The Labour party has pledged not to raise taxes for working people , with no increase in the basic, higher, or additional rates of income tax, National Insurance, or VAT. It also plans to cut waiting times in the National Health Service by adding 40,000 more appointments every week. with inputs from agencies. GetBreaking NewsAlerts From Gulf News. We ll send you latest news updates through the day. You can manage them any time by clicking on the notification icon.

The UK faces crucial elections as PM Sunak and Labour leader Starmer warn of dire economic consequences if defeated. Surveys predict a potential Labour majority of 162 to 382 seats, surpassing historic wins. Starmer leads in polls due to voter dissatisfaction with the Conservatives' management. Campaigning intensified with both leaders cautioning about economic risks. Starmer promises sustained economic growth and no tax increases for working people if elected.

July 4, 2024 at 2:49 a.m. by Steven Mross. . HOT SPRINGS A woman who reportedly called LifeNet requesting an ambulance was arrested early Monday in possession of a pickup that had been reported stolen about 90 minutes earlier. Alexanderia Caitlyn Haugen, 31, who lists an Ard Point address, was taken into custody around 3:15 a.m. and charged with theft of property over 5,000, a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Haugen was being held on a 3,500 bond. According to the probable cause affidavit, shortly before 2:30 a.m. Garland County sheriff's Deputy Kevin Hampton responded to the 100 block of Couchwood Road for an agency assist with LifeNet. Hampton made contact with a woman, later identified as Haugen, and she admitted stealing a white 2016 GMC Sierra pickup in the parking lot. . Copyright 2024, Arkansas DemocratGazette, Inc. All rights reserved. This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas DemocratGazette, Inc. Material from the Associated Press is Copyright 2024, Associated Press and may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio andor video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. All rights reserved.

A woman called for an ambulance and was later arrested for possession of a stolen pickup. Alexanderia Caitlyn Haugen, 31, was charged with theft of property over $5,000. The incident took place in Hot Springs, with the woman admitting to stealing a white 2016 GMC Sierra pickup.

LBC. Tom Swarbrick4pm 7pm. News. Tom Swarbrick is Leading Britain's Conversation. Use the Global Player app to listen to live radio for LBC LBC News. Listen. 9 July 2024, 12:09 Updated: 9 July 2024, 12:33. By Kieran Kelly. Spanish police have given update on the search for the missing British teenager Jay Slater. Jay, 19,has been missing since June 17 after attending a music festival in Tenerife. A source close to the Spanish civil guard said they are "not giving up hope" of finding Jay, who is missing feared dead . Asked about whether the status of the investigation, a spokesperson for the Civil Guard said: The investigation is ongoing and several lines of inquiry are being pursued. . The missing teen's family are frustrated about the lack of progress in the search for Jay, including his father,who has called for Interpol and British police to get involved. On Monday, Warren Slater, 58, revisited the vast landscape in Tenerife where the 19yearold from Lancashire went missing more than three weeks ago. Speaking to The Sun, Mr Slater said: "As a family, we need to ask the British authorities to help. He's a British citizen. Get Interpol involved. At the moment, it s just us. I haven t got a team. We need a team to come over here and find out for us what the police are doing and what we need to do. "Our hands are tied over here we need experts. It ll take an army 10 years to cover all this. I d employ a team of Gurkhas.". It comes after it emerged that Jay may have lost the key to his apartment on the night he vanished, according to one of the last people to see him alive. After being separated from his pals at a rave, the teen spent the night at a secluded Airbnb with two men an 11hour walk from where he was staying. The morning after, Jay reportedly left the Airbnb planning to catch a bus back to his accommodation. He was last seen leaving the Airbnb, which had been rented out by convicted drug dealer Ayub Qassim. Now, a new theory suggests the missing Brit had lost the key to his room, leading him to look for a new place to stay. According to The Sun, new messages from Ayub show Jay had complained about his missing keys on the night before his disappearance. Slater s family has previously dismissed claims the keys played a role in his disappearance. See moreMore Latest News. See moreLatest News. See moreThe News Explained. See moreRoyals. See moreHighlights Opinion. See moreMore Topics

Spanish police provide update on the search for missing British teenager Jay Slater, who disappeared after a music festival in Tenerife. Despite frustration from his family over the lack of progress, authorities continue multiple lines of inquiry. New theory emerges that Jay may have lost his apartment key, prompting him to seek alternative accommodation. His family urges British police and Interpol's involvement in the investigation.

Get businessline apps on. TO ENJOY ADDITIONAL BENEFITS. Get BusinessLine apps on. ByBL Kochi Bureau. Comments. READ LATER. Sunidra Mattresses is aiming to achieve a 100 crore brand in the next 35 years, according to Navas Meeran, Chairman of Group Meeran. He said the Sunidra brand is currently heading towards a 50 crore turnover. The growth has been in high double digits in recent years, significantly higher than the industry growth rate, he said. The growth in the mattress industry is back to preCovid levels at 812 per cent for branded players. The mattress industry in the country is worth 11,000 crore in which 4500 is from organised segments. He was speaking after launching Silkie mattress as well Onam consumer scheme called Naadengum Nidraghosham for customers. With the launch of Silkie mattress, the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The product was crafted with finest materials with cutting edge technology which include 7zoned natural latex, wool fabric offering luxury and comfort, he added. Shereen Navas, Managing Director said the company is setting new comfort standards in the mattress industry with the launch of the new product and the Onam scheme is expected to woo consumers. Comments. BACK TO TOP. Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide by ourcommunity guidelinesfor posting your comments. We have migrated to a new commenting platform. If you do not have an account please register and login to post comments. Users can access their older comments by logging into their accounts on Vuukle. Terms conditionsInstitutional Subscriber

Sunidra Mattresses aims for a 100 crore brand in the next 35 years, with current turnover heading towards 50 crore. Growth has been high double digits, surpassing industry rates, now at 812% for branded players. The Indian mattress industry, worth 11,000 crore, with 4500 crore from organized segments, has seen growth return to pre-Covid levels. The company launched the Silkie mattress and an Onam consumer scheme called Naadengum Nidraghosham. This marks the company's 25th anniversary, offering luxury and comfort with 7-zoned natural latex and wool fabric. The company seeks to establish new comfort standards and attract consumers with these new products.

Thursday, 11 July. 05 Jul. TheSouth African Weather ServiceSAWS has warned of a series of cold fronts approaching the country heading into the weekend. A dramatic drop in temperatures is expected to bring snow to the mountains of the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces. As it moves across the country, the cold front is expected to leave partly cloudy to cloudy conditions in its wake. Moving from west to east, the cold front is set to bring snow primarily along the mountainous terrains of the Western Cape before spreading to the highlands of the Eastern Cape and the southern parts of the Northern Cape. SAWS forecaster Celeste Fourie said: "As the cold front makes its landfall, it will reach the Western Cape mountains and then push into the extreme southern parts of the Northern Cape.". She added:. Fourie said the snowfall was also anticipated to extend to the southern parts of the Free State. She said it was predicted that the Free State would experience the coldest temperatures, with levels potentially plunging to between minus two and minus six degrees, especially near the Lesotho border. The Western and Eastern Cape are expected to face minimum temperatures ranging from two to four degrees. "The mountainous areas of the Eastern Cape are expected to reach temperatures between minus two and minus four degrees," Fourie said. Gauteng will not be spared from the chill, as forecasts indicated minimum temperatures hovering between zero and two degrees. Meanwhile, Johannesburg Emergency Management Services EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi said the City had been proactive in its approach to fighting potential fires by hosting a number of education drives. Not only has there been very little rainfall, but the freezing temperatures are expected to result in households using heating devices. Speaking to News24 on Friday, Mulaudzi said the City expected an increase in fires during winter cold spells, especially in the informal areas of Johannesburg. Public Education Officials Pier currently conducting a Winter Fire Safety and Burns Prevention Campaign in Driezik,Orange Farm together with other stakeholdersCityofJoburgZAresidents are urged to exercise caution when using heating devices this WinterCoJPublicSafetyRMpic.twitter.coml4lGnDYvSN. The city is especially vulnerable to fires in the wake of theRand Water maintenance work, which began on 22 June and is expected to end on 29 July. The maintenance work has affected water levels in some reservoirs and water towers in the city, leaving taps with poor water pressure or without water. "The City is prepared for any fires as we have water tankers which will provide backup water if there is a shortage in the hydrants," Mulaudzi said. "We are expecting fires this weekend, especially in the informal settlements, but we have had public education drives in an effort to prevent fires. We are hoping to see a reduction in the number of fires because of this," he added. David Nel of Wilderness Search And Rescue cautioned hikers to keep an eye on weather reports this weekend before undertaking outdoor activities like hiking. He said to be responsible when travelling to areas that may have snow. "Be cautious and patient when driving to find snow. Don't make any sudden stops in the car, respect landowners and don't trespass on private properties.". "Snow seekers are reminded that snow is wet and cold, so if you do go out, pack extra clothes and take gumboots. Be extra cautious to look after children as they get colder faster than adults, pack extra warm dry clothing for after they finish playing in the snow," Nel said. . 55m ago. Free to listen for subscribers. News24's July audiobook that s free to listen to for subscribers is former UCT vice chancellor Max Price s memoir, Statues and Storms: Leading through Change. . Use your voice to deepen the dialogue and engage with stories of courage, endurance, community, triumph, and the pursuit of truth in SA. Can you ace them all?. Today s crossword, wordflower, sudoku and weekly news quiz. Sommelier Biweekly. A new biweekly newsletter by wine editor Dal ne Fourie. 30 Jun. 24 Jun. 15 Jun. 11 Jun. 08 Jun. 28 May. 30 Jun. 19 Jun. 25 May. 24 May. 10 Jul. 10 Jul. 03 Jul. 08 Jul

Cold front approaching South Africa will bring snow to Eastern Cape and Western Cape mountains. Free State to face coldest temperatures, reaching -2 to -6 degrees. Gauteng expected to have minimum temperatures between 0 and 2 degrees. Fires anticipated in Johannesburg due to freezing temperatures and low water pressure. Hikers warned to check weather reports before venturing out.

Lebanon 2 more. HIGHLIGHTS. SITUATION OVERVIEW. Lebanon continues to be impacted by the current hostilities, with daily exchanges of fire across the country s southern border. The most intense bombardment remains concentrated in areas within 12 km of the Blue Line, while targeted Israeli airstrikes extend far into the country. Severe damage to water, electricity, and telecoms infrastructure as well as roads in southern Lebanon have been recorded, and maintenance and repair workers have been killed and injured as they attempt to maintain services for the area s remaining residents, alongside medics and first responders. To date, at least 97 civilians have been killed since hostilities escalated in October 2023. According to the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health MoPH, the total number of casualties since October 8, 2023, stands at 1,801, including 435 fatalities. Both IDPs and host communities are experiencing escalating fatigue, heightening the risk of intraLebanese tensions. IDPs are grappling with extended displacement and uncertain living conditions, while host communities are beginning to feel the pressure on local resources and, in some instances, competition for jobs. Since February 2024, and up to 27 June, 36 humanitarian missions have been conducted to towns and villages in hardtoreach areas along the frontline, where around 60,000 civilians are still present, according to available data. Syria. Lebanon. Lebanon 2 more. Lebanon. Related Platforms. Other OCHA Services. . . ReliefWeb's Terms Conditions. 2024 all rights reserved.

Lebanon is still being affected by ongoing hostilities, with daily exchanges of fire near the southern border. Infrastructure like water, electricity, and telecoms has been severely damaged in southern Lebanon. 97 civilians have been killed since hostilities escalated in October 2023. The situation is leading to fatigue among both IDPs and host communities, increasing the risk of tensions between them. Humanitarian missions have been conducted to assist around 60,000 civilians in hard-to-reach areas along the frontline.

Routes through Azerbaijan play a crucial role in enhancing transport capabilities within the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation SCO region. Azernewsreports that Oljas Beysembayev, an expert from Kazakhstan's Public Development Institute, highlighted this during the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting in Astana. "This is the 24th meeting of heads of state in the SCO format. It's the first time we're seeing an 'SCO' meeting, with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev as the guest of honour, along with dignitaries from Arab and Turkish nations," Beysembayev noted. He emphasised key areas discussed at the summit, including bolstering security trust, expanding trade and economic ties, and enhancing transport and logistics through corridors. He mentioned China's "One Belt, One Road" initiative and highlighted the significance of routes like the TransCaspian linking Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. Beysembayev also pointed out the development of Northern and Southern routes, underscoring Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan's pivotal roles at their intersection. "With Turkic and Arab countries showing keen interest, there's potential for the SCO's expansion. Belarus has already become a full member, paving the way for what could be a 'Shanghai Ten', transforming SCO from regional to transregional," Beysembayev concluded. . Azernews.az 2024

Azerbaijan's routes crucial for transport in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation region was emphasized at the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting. Discussions focused on security trust, trade ties, and transport corridors, with mention of China's "One Belt, One Road" initiative. Key routes like TransCaspian were highlighted, showcasing Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan's pivotal roles at their intersection. There is potential for SCO expansion, with Belarus already a full member, possibly leading to a 'Shanghai Ten'.

A mix of clouds and sun. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 97F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.. Mainly clear skies. Low 74F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Updated: July 11, 2024 11:27 am. A mix of clouds and sun. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 97F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.. Mainly clear skies. Low 74F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Updated: July 11, 2024 11:27 am. . . Fireworks light up the sky. The American Pyrotechnics Association details how to safely set off fireworks to avoid injuries during Fourth of July activities. Although the number of people enjoying fireworks today is significantly greater than ever before, the fireworks industry s numerous safety campaigns and consumer education programs are paying off, as evidenced by the amazing 44 decrease in the injury rate of fireworksrelated accidents. Unfortunately, a large majority of these injuries are the result of the misuse of legal consumer items or the use of illegal explosives. The basic ingredient of fireworks is black powder also known as gunpowder. The paints used by a craftsman of a pyrotechnic device are the different chemicals added during production. These chemicals provide the dazzling array of colors and visual effects on the canvas of a night sky, as well as the sounds reports that accompany the burst. Once the materials are packed into the casing, a fuse is affixed so that the device can be safely ignited. The sale, gift, distribution, or use of skyrockets with sticks, commonly known as bottle rockets, are prohibited within the state. Any and all consumer fireworks not properly labeled according to U.S. regulations are also prohibited. M80s, mail order sales of fireworks, and door to door sales are also prohibited in the state. Don t get too close. Sitting at least 500 feet from the fireworks provides the best view of the show. Watch for the quality and brightness of the colors. Deep blue and dazzling white are especially difficult to produce. Count the number of explosions in a shell. Highquality display shells may have multiple explosions that vary in color. There should be no lag time in a professional show. There should always be something going on for you to enjoy. Resist the temptation to keep any leftover material you may find after a show. The professionals that put on the display will clean up all materials afterwards. Always read and follow the directions carefully. Only ignite fireworks outside in a wellcleared area. Have a responsible adult supervise all fireworks activities. Light fireworks one item at a time. Have a bucket of water available to dispose of used fireworks. Derrick James. Contact Derrick James atdjamesmcalesternews.com. Contact Derrick James atdjamesmcalesternews.com. First Amendment:Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers:

Fireworks safety is crucial during celebrations. The American Pyrotechnics Association highlights the importance of proper handling to prevent injuries. Sales of certain fireworks and illegal explosives are banned in some states. Guidelines for safe fireworks use include maintaining distance, supervising children, and disposing of used items properly.

Modi receives Russia s prestigious civilian honour. A day after the Russian missile strike hit a children's hospital in Kyiv, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, expressed anguish and pain over the incident. The death of the innocent children is heartwrenching and very painful, said Modi. During the IndiaRussia summit talks, Modi stressed to the world community that India is on the side of peace and that conflict must be resolved through talks. In the Ukraine war, India has always taken the stand that a solution should be reached through talks. "For a bright future of the new generation, peace is most essential. A solution is not possible on the battlefield..Peace talks do not succeed amidst bombs, guns and bullets," he said. India is ready to cooperate in all possible ways for the restoration of peace, said Modi. Modi is on a twoday official visit to Russia which is closely watched by the West and China amid the Ukraine conflict. "Everyone believing in humanity is pained if there is loss of lives. In that too, if innocent children are murdered; if innocent children die, it is heartwrenching and very painful," Modi said. While acknowledging Modi's call for peace, Putin thanked him for trying to find a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis. "I am grateful to you for the attention you pay to the most pressing issues, particularly trying to find ways to resolve the Ukraine crisis, primarily through peaceful means, Putin was quoted as saying by the official TASS news agency. Taking objection to ModiPutin 'bromance' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts. "It is a huge disappointment and a devastating blow to peace efforts to see the leader of the world's largest democracy hug the world's most bloody criminal in Moscow on such a day," said Zelenskyy. PM Modi received Russia's prestigious civilian honour. PM Modi on Tuesday officially conferred the 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' award by Putin for his contribution to fostering bilateral ties between the two countries. The honour was conferred in a special ceremony held at St. Andrew Hall in the Kremlin. The award was announced in 2019. Modi is the first Indian leader to be conferred with this award, which was established in 1698 by Tsar Peter the Great in honour of Saint Andrew, the first apostle of Jesus and patron saint of Russia. Modi dedicated the award to the people of India and to the traditional bonds of IndiaRussia friendship. "I am heartily grateful to you for conferring me with the highest civilian honour of Russia. This honour is not just mine, this is an honour of 140 crore Indians. This is an honour of the centuriesold and deep friendship and mutual trust between India and Russia," Modi said after receiving the award. Modi also said that he had projected Global South's expectation of peace and stability during his informal meeting with Putin on Monday. IndiaRussia bilateral ties. The PM appreciated the IndiaRussia cooperation in averting food, fuel, and fertiliser shortages for Indians in the past few years. When the world was facing a shortage of food, fuel and fertilisers, we did not allow our farmers to face any problem and our friendship with Russia played a role in that, Modi said. Modi described his discussions with Putin as "productive" after the summit. "Held productive discussions with President Putin at the Kremlin today. Our talks covered ways to diversify IndiaRussia cooperation in sectors such as trade, commerce, security, agriculture, technology and innovation," he said. "We attach great importance to boosting connectivity and peopletopeople exchanges," he added. Join our WhatsApp Channelto get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp. Copyright 2024 All rights reserved

Modi receives Russia's prestigious civilian honour and expresses anguish over the Russian missile strike hitting a children's hospital in Kyiv. He emphasizes the importance of peace talks in resolving conflicts and India's readiness to cooperate for peace restoration. Putin appreciates Modi's efforts for peace in the Ukraine crisis. Modi dedicated the award to the people of India and highlighted the strong India-Russia bilateral ties.

Delhi LG V K Saxena has given the green light for an investigation into former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain, who is currently imprisoned. The charges relate to alleged corruption in a citywide CCTV installation project, according to officials from Raj Niwas. The Aam Aadmi Party AAP has denounced the case as part of the BJP's ongoing 'relentless conspiracies' against it and the Delhi government. The BJP, however, considers the probe's approval long overdue, highlighting a history of corruption linked to Jain. Satyendar Jain was detained by the Enforcement Directorate in May 2022 for alleged money laundering and remains in judicial custody. Claims include a Rs 7 crore bribe to waive a Rs 16 crore penalty. The case stems from a 2019 complaint alleging Jain's involvement in a bribery scandal connected to CCTV installations in Delhi's 70 Assembly constituencies. The AntiCorruption Branch corroborated these allegations through additional sources and recorded a statement from the complainant. The AAP insists no funds have been recovered from numerous corruption investigations against its leaders, accusing the BJP of attempting to cripple the Delhi government. They argue that the BJP's actions, including the controversial GNCTD Act, are politically motivated. On the other hand, BJP's Delhi unit chief Virendra Sachdeva expressed gratitude for the sanctioned probe, describing Jain as a 'master of corruption'. He emphasized ongoing concerns about corruption in projects linked to public safety, such as CCTV installations and panic buttons in public transportation. Disclaimer: With inputs from agencies. Email: infodevdiscourse.comPhone: 917206444012, 917027739813, 14, 15. Copyright 2024

Delhi LG approves investigation into former minister Satyendar Jain for corruption in CCTV project. AAP claims conspiracy by BJP, while BJP cites Jain's history of corruption. Jain remains in custody for alleged money laundering and bribery in CCTV scandal. AAP accuses BJP of trying to weaken Delhi govt, while BJP emphasizes need to address corruption in public safety projects.

More than 300 spaces will be provided. THE BIGGEST STORIES ACROSS TAUNTON IN YOUR INBOX. We have more newsletters. THE BIGGEST STORIES ACROSS TAUNTON IN YOUR INBOX. We have more newsletters. Patients at a Somerset hospital will soon find it much easier to park after plans for a second multistorey car park on site were approved. Musgrove Park Hospital inTauntonwas one of 40 hospitals which were to be rebuilt, enhanced or replaced as part of the new hospitals programme NHP instituted byBoris Johnson's government in late2020. Patients and staff can currently usethe Cedars multistorey car park, operated by QPark, which opened at the southern edge of the hospital campus in October 2006. TheSomersetNHSFoundation Trust, which runs the hospital,teased plans for a second multistorey car park in earlyFebruary, providing hundreds of additional spaces for staff, patients, carers and visitors. Somerset Councilhas now giventhese plansthe goahead, meaning construction could begin before the end of the year. Delivering a new car park is part of the conditions for the new 87m surgical centre, which is currently under construction followingthe Treasury's approval of the final business case in January 2021. The new car park will be built at the southeast corner of the hospital site, replacing the current Duchess 2 car park near the day surgery which is predominantly used by staff. It will provide up to 355 new spaces including 59 disabled spaces and 140 spaces which have been lost through previous stages of the hospital's redevelopment and include a number of specially commissioned public artworks. The trust has said "at least 220 spaces" will be made available for staff, helping to prevent parking on the residential streets immediately around the hospital and in the wider Galmington area. During construction, staff spaces will be provided within a number of other sites in Taunton within walking distance of the hospital including 65 spaces behindthe former police station on Shuttern, 20 onthe old bus station site on Tower Streetand 40 spaces within the wider hospital site. The construction of the car park will free up other land within the hospital complex for future redevelopment, allowing different departments to be enhanced or expanded to meet local demand. The car park will be accessible on foot or by bicycle usingthe existing cycle route on Hoveland Lane, which extends to the south along Galmington Road and runs all the way to the eastern edge ofthe ongoing Orchard Grove housing development. The plans were approved through the delegated power of the council's planning officers, rather than a public decision by its planning committee west which handles major applications withinthe former Somerset West and Taunton area. Major projects officer Simon Fox said: "This proposal meets an identified need by the hospital trust for the benefit of staff, patients and visitors and represents a wellconsidered proposal that safeguards ecology, the townscape skyline, the highway network, considers sustainability and surface water drainage matters carefully and safeguards the amenity of local residents.". Construction of the new car park is expected to begin in a matter of months, with the trust expected to publish details of any disruption for patients in due course. Join Somerset Live s WhatsApp community for top stories and breaking news sent directly to your phone. Somerset Liveis now on WhatsApp and we want you to join our community. Through the app, we ll send the latest breaking news, top stories, exclusives and much more straight to your phone. To join our community you need to already have WhatsApp. All you need to do isclick this link and select Join Community . No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except theSomerset Liveteam. We also treat community members to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. If you don t like our community, you can check out at any time you like. To leave our community, click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group . If you re curious, you can read ourPrivacy Notice.

A second multistorey car park has been approved at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton, providing hundreds of additional spaces for staff, patients, and visitors. The new car park will offer 355 new spaces, including disabled spaces and those lost during previous redevelopment stages. Construction will start soon to support the ongoing hospital expansion and prevent parking issues in the surrounding area.

EventsNewsStyle. BN TVEventsStyleWeddings. Events. EventsNewsPromotions. EventsNewsPromotions. BN TVEventsMusic. EventsNews. EventsNewsPromotions. BN TVEventsStyle. EventsNewsScoop. Published. on. By. Mark your calendars BellaNaijarians, Africa s largest fashion event is set to return for its 14th edition. The 2024Lagos Fashion Weekis scheduled to commence on the 23rd and run through the 27th of October, 2024 bringing together buyers, consumers, and the media from around the world in Nigeria s fashion capital,Lagos. Africa s busiest city Lagos will once again play the hub for showcasing African creativity hosting the vibrant LFW runway. The designers are sure to present new aweinspiring collections celebrating African excellence. . Stay tuned toBellaNaijaStylefor more updates on participating designers, event schedules, and ticketing information as we count down to one of the most anticipated fashion events of the year. Meet the Six Politicians of Nigerian Descent Elected to the UK Parliament. What You Need to Know About the New Federal Ministry of Livestock Development. Chrystallis Conversations Empowers Women at The Good Morning Workshop . Porsche Platforms Lagos Fashion Week s Founder Omoyemi Akerele On BoF Voices 2023 WATCH. Chaste Inegbedion: How Okrika is Changing The Fashion Ecosystem. 2022 BellaNaija. All rights reserved

The 14th edition of Lagos Fashion Week will take place from October 23-27, 2024, in Nigeria's fashion capital. The event will showcase African creativity with new collections from designers, attracting global buyers, consumers, and media. Stay updated on participating designers and event details on BellaNaijaStyle.

Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Access unlimited content and the digital versions of our print editions Today's Paper. NAB customers were unable to access internet banking services on July 1 after an Australiawide outage impacted the bank. Loginor signup to continue reading. NAB said on X on July 1 it was "aware of an issue currently impacting some of our services including internet banking, mobile and desktop". "We're sorry for any inconvenience this is causing. Our teams are working to resolve this ASAP. We will keep you updated.". Customers trying to log on to the app were confronted with a message saying "something didn't work". "We couldn't show your accounts. Refresh the screen to reload it," the NAB message said. Staff on NAB's social media platforms reached out to disgruntled customers and said they "can only imagine how frustrating this must be and I'm certainly keen to have a chat about the troubles you've experienced". One affected customer on X said they were trying to make a transaction without success: "I am trying to make transaction from business account ? It sucks if you have make payment to vendor which is due.". At 4.59pm on July 1 NAB informed customers via X that mobile banking had been restored. "We are working to resolve remaining issues with internet banking. We're sorry for any inconvenience this is causing. Thanks for your patience.". However, some customers were still encountering widespread issues with NAB's internet banking service. The bank again updated customers at 10pm saying "we have resolved all technical issues with Internet banking. Our banking services are back online and running normally". "Again, we apologise for the inconvenience this has caused. Thank you for your patience as we investigated.". The website Downdetector indicated that customerreported outages declined around 10pm. However 14 customers, down from 844 at the peak of the outage, continued to report that they were encountering issues on July 2 at 7am. NAB has attributed the outage to a technical issue. . Reach out at peter.angelopoulosaustcommunitymedia.com.au. Reach out at peter.angelopoulosaustcommunitymedia.com.au. Advertisement. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. We care about the protection of your data. Read ourPrivacy Policy. Advertisement

NAB customers experienced an outage on July 1 affecting internet banking services. The bank acknowledged the issue and worked to resolve it. Some customers faced difficulties in making transactions, but mobile banking was restored by late afternoon. By 10pm, all technical issues were resolved. Downdetector showed a decline in reported outages, although some customers still reported issues the next morning. NAB attributed the outage to a technical problem.

EEdition. . EEdition. Trending:. LEOMINSTER Barbara Mahoney, president and CEO of Leominster Credit Union, has been elected chair of the North Central Mass. Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors for 20242025.The announcement was made at the Chamber s Annual Meeting on June 20, 2024. As the chair of the Chamber s board of directors, she will work with fellow board members, Chamber staff, and membership, to champion the Chamber in its mission to serve the region s business community. The Chamber is a dynamic and wellrespected organization that plays a critical role in the economic development, tourism, workforce and community engagement for our region, said Mahoney. Mahoney was named president and CEO of Leominster Credit Union in 2020. She first joined the credit union in 2003 as vice president of Human Resources and rose through the ranks to become senior vice president and chief operating officer in 2019.In addition to her involvement with the Chamber, Mahoney serves on a number of boards and charitable organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club of FitchburgLeominster, MassHire North Central Workforce Board and the St. Bernard s High School Foundation.She succeeds James Vander Hooven, president of Mount Wachusett Community College, who now moves to the position of Immediate Past chair of the board of directors.Mahoney was first elected to the Chamber s board of directors in 2021 and has held several leadership positions, including vice chair and treasurer. She also served on the Chamber s Leadership Council, and the One North Central Leadership and Executive Committees. Barbara has made a significant impact in advancing and advocating for the Chamber over a number of years and in various roles, said Roy Nascimento, president and CEO, North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce. Through her respected leadership, Barbara will continue to support our goals while advancing the interests of our members and that of our region. In the same election, Tony Fields, president, Clear Tech Group, based in Leominster, was elected vice chair. The announcement was made at the Chamber s Annual Meeting on June 20, 2024. As the chair of the Chamber s board of directors, she will work with fellow board members, Chamber staff, and membership, to champion the Chamber in its mission to serve the region s business community. The Chamber is a dynamic and wellrespected organization that plays a critical role in the economic development, tourism, workforce and community engagement for our region, said Mahoney. . Mahoney was named president and CEO of Leominster Credit Union in 2020. She first joined the credit union in 2003 as vice president of Human Resources and rose through the ranks to become senior vice president and chief operating officer in 2019. In addition to her involvement with the Chamber, Mahoney serves on a number of boards and charitable organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club of FitchburgLeominster, MassHire North Central Workforce Board and the St. Bernard s High School Foundation. She succeeds James Vander Hooven, president of Mount Wachusett Community College, who now moves to the position of Immediate Past chair of the board of directors. Mahoney was first elected to the Chamber s board of directors in 2021 and has held several leadership positions, including vice chair and treasurer. She also served on the Chamber s Leadership Council, and the One North Central Leadership and Executive Committees. Barbara has made a significant impact in advancing and advocating for the Chamber over a number of years and in various roles, said Roy Nascimento, president and CEO, North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce. Through her respected leadership, Barbara will continue to support our goals while advancing the interests of our members and that of our region. . In the same election, Tony Fields, president, Clear Tech Group, based in Leominster, was elected vice chair. Allie Catlin, owner, Smith s Country Cheese, located in Winchendon, was elected to the position of treasurer. Continuing current terms on the board of directors areL Melissa Glenny, president, Franklin Professional Associates, Leominster; Nick Haritos, president and CEO of AIS, Inc., Leominster; John Heroux, president of Micro Machine Electronics, Inc., Leominster; Michael Johansen, president and CEO of Bemis Associates, Inc. in Shirley; Christopher McCarthy, Fidelity Bank, Leominster; Nicole Moorshead, general manager, Chocksett Inn, Sterling and the Colonial Hotel, Gardner; David Moura, president, Moura s Cleaning Service, Fitchburg; Joshua Page, president, JP Electric and Son, Fitchburg; and Rodrigo Souza, owner, Comeketo Brazilian Steakhouse, Leominster. Find the Chamber online at northcentralmass.com or on Twitter at NCMChamber. Copyright 2024 MediaNews Group

Barbara Mahoney has been elected chair of the North Central Mass. Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors for 2024-2025. Mahoney, the president and CEO of Leominster Credit Union, will work with the board members, staff, and membership to support the region's business community. Tony Fields was elected vice chair, and Allie Catlin as treasurer. Other members continuing on the board were also mentioned.

The Gauteng Legislature on 14 June 2024. Picture: Jacques NellesEyewitness News. JOHANNESBURG The Gauteng African National Congress Youth League ANCYL has commended Premier Panyaza Lesufi for leaving out the Democratic Alliance DA in his cabinet. Despite the DA and the ANC in a coalition government nationally, the two parties failed to find each other in the province. On Wednesday, Lesufi announced a cabinet that does not involve the secondlargest party in the province. READ:Gauteng Premier Lesufi leaves door open for DA to be included in his govt. At a media briefing on Friday, Gauteng ANC Youth League convenor Ntsako Mogobe said the DA was trying to "railroad" the party. "We commend the provincial executive committee for their unwavering commitment to the principles and values of the ANC, ensuring our party's vision and objectives are not compromised by external pressures in these negotiations. This resolute stance demonstrates the ANC's dedication to maintaining integrity and sovereignty in our decisionmaking process, safeguarding the interests of our people in Gauteng," said Mogobe. Sections. Other. COPYRIGHT 2024 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

The ANC Youth League in Gauteng commends Premier Panyaza Lesufi for excluding the DA from his cabinet, despite the national coalition between the two parties. The ANC Youth League praised the ANC's commitment to its principles and values, ensuring the party's vision is not compromised by external pressures.