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Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital and most populous city of Denmark. The City of Copenhagen (Byen København) has a population of 763,908 (as of December 2016), of whom 601,448 live in the Municipality of Copenhagen. The larger urban area has a population of 1,28

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Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital and most populous city of Denmark. The City of Copenhagen (Byen København) has a population of 763,908 (as of December 2016), of whom 601,448 live in the Municipality of Copenhagen. The larger urban area has a population of 1,280,371 (as of 1 January 2016), while the Copenhagen metropolitan area has just over 2 million inhabitants. The city is situated on the eastern coast of the island of Zealand; another small portion of the city is located on Amager, and is separated from Malmö, Sweden, by the strait of Øresund. The Øresund Bridge connects the two cities by rail and road.

Originally a Viking fishing village founded in the 10th century, Copenhagen became the capital of Denmark in the early 15th century. Beginning in the 17th century it consolidated its position as a regional centre of power with its institutions, defences and armed forces. After suffering from the effects of plague and fire in the 18th century, the city underwent a period of redevelopment. This included construction of the prestigious district of Frederiksstaden and founding of such cultural institutions as the Royal Theatre and the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. After further disasters in the early 19th century when Nelson attacked the Dano-Norwegian fleet and bombarded the city, rebuilding during the Danish Golden Age brought a Neoclassical look to Copenhagen's architecture. Later, following the Second World War, the Finger Plan fostered the development of housing and businesses along the five urban railway routes stretching out from the city centre.

Since the turn of the 21st century, Copenhagen has seen strong urban and cultural development, facilitated by investment in its institutions and infrastructure. The city is the cultural, economic and governmental centre of Denmark; it is one of the major financial centres of Northern Europe with the Copenhagen Stock Exchange. Copenhagen's economy has seen rapid developments in the service sector, especially through initiatives in information technology, pharmaceuticals and clean technology. Since the completion of the Øresund Bridge, Copenhagen has become increasingly integrated with the Swedish province of Scania and its largest city, Malmö, forming the Øresund Region. With a number of bridges connecting the various districts, the cityscape is characterized by parks, promenades and waterfronts. Copenhagen's landmarks such as Tivoli Gardens, the Little Mermaid Statue, the Amalienborg and Christiansborg palaces, Rosenborg Castle Gardens, Frederik's Church, and many museums, restaurants and nightclubs are significant tourist attractions.

Copenhagen is home to the University of Copenhagen, the Technical University of Denmark and Copenhagen Business School. The University of Copenhagen, founded in 1479, is the oldest university in Denmark. Copenhagen is home to the FC København and Brøndby football clubs. The annual Copenhagen Marathon was established in 1980. Copenhagen is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world. The Copenhagen Metro launched in 2002 serves central Copenhagen while the Copenhagen S-train network connects central Copenhagen to its outlying boroughs. Serving roughly 2 million passengers a month, Copenhagen Airport, Kastrup, is the largest airport in the Nordic countries.

Copenhagen is part of the Øresund Region, which consists of Zealand, Lolland-Falster and Bornholm in Denmark and Scania in Sweden. It is located on the eastern shore of the island of Zealand, partly on the island of Amager and on a number of natural and artificial islets between the two. Copenhagen faces the Øresund to the east, the strait of water that separates Denmark from Sweden, and which connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea. The Swedish towns of Malmö and Landskrona lie on the Swedish side of the sound directly across from Copenhagen. By road, Copenhagen is 42 kilometres (26 mi) northwest of Malmö, Sweden, 85 kilometres (53 mi) northeast of Næstved, 164 kilometres (102 mi) northeast of Odense, 295 kilometres (183 mi) east of Esbjerg and 188 kilometres (117 mi) southeast of Aarhus by sea and road via Sjællands Odde.

The city centre lies in the area originally defined by the old ramparts, which are still referred to as the Fortification Ring (Fæstningsringen) and kept as a partial green band around it. Then come the late 19th and early 20th century residential neighbourhoods of Østerbro, Nørrebro, Vesterbro and Amagerbro. The outlying areas of Kongens Enghave, Valby, Vigerslev, Vanløse, Brønshøj, Utterslev and Sundby followed from 1920 to 1960. They consist mainly of residential housing and apartments often enhanced with parks and greenery.


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Aarhus

Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark and the seat of Aarhus municipality. It is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, in the geographical centre of Denmark, 187 kilometres (116 mi) northwest of Copenhagen and 289 kilometres (180 mi)

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Aarhus

Aarhus is the second-largest city in Denmark and the seat of Aarhus municipality. It is located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, in the geographical centre of Denmark, 187 kilometres (116 mi) northwest of Copenhagen and 289 kilometres (180 mi) north of Hamburg, Germany. The inner urban area contains 269,022 inhabitants (as of 1 January 2017) and the municipal population is 335,684 (as of 2017). Aarhus is the central city in the East Jutland metropolitan area, which had a total population of 1.378 million in 2016.

The history of Aarhus began as a fortified Viking settlement founded in the 8th century and with the first written records stemming from the bishopric seated here from at least 948. The city was founded on the northern shores of a fjord at a natural harbour and the primary driver of growth was for centuries seaborne trade in agricultural products. Market town privileges were granted in 1441, but growth stagnated in the 17th century as the city suffered blockades and bombardments during the Swedish Wars. In the 19th century it was occupied twice by German troops during the Schleswig Wars but avoided destruction. As the industrial revolution took hold, the city grew to become the second-largest in the country by the 20th century.

Today Aarhus is at the cultural and economic core of the region and the largest centre for trade, services and industry in Jutland. The city ranks as the 92nd largest city in the European Union, and as number 234 among world cities. It is also a top 100 conference city in the world. Aarhus is the principal industrial port of the country in terms of container handling and an important trade hub in Kattegat. Major Danish companies have based their headquarters here and people commute for work and leisure from a wide area in Region Midtjylland. It is a centre for research and education in the Nordic countries and home to Aarhus University, Scandinavia's largest university, including Aarhus University Hospital and INCUBA Science Park. Being the Danish city with the youngest demographics, with 48,482 inhabitants aged under 18, Aarhus is also the second fastest growing Danish city, with an average growth of 4,500 people per annum since 2008.

Aarhus is notable for its musical history. In the 1950s many jazz clubs sprang up around the city, fuelled by the young population. By the 1960s, the music scene diversified into rock and other genres. In the 1970s and 1980s, Aarhus became the centre for Denmark's rock music fostering many iconic bands such as TV-2 and Gnags. Aarhus is home to the annual eight-day Aarhus International Jazz Festival, the SPoT Festival and the NorthSide Festival.

In 2017, Aarhus has been selected as European Capital of Culture along with Paphos in Cyprus.

Aarhus is located at the Bay of Aarhus facing the Kattegat sea in the east with the peninsulas of Mols and Helgenæs across the bay to the northeast. Mols and Helgenæs are both part of the larger regional peninsula of Djursland. A number of larger cities and towns is within easy reach from Aarhus by road and rail, including Randers (38.5 kilometres (23.9 mi) by road north), Grenå (northeast), Horsens (50 kilometres (31 mi) south) and Silkeborg (44 kilometres (27 mi) east).


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Odense

Odense is the third-largest city in Denmark. It has a population of 175,245 as of January 2016, and is the main city of the island of Funen. By road, Odense is located 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Svendborg, 144 kilometres (89 mi) to the south of Aarhu

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Odense

Odense is the third-largest city in Denmark. It has a population of 175,245 as of January 2016, and is the main city of the island of Funen. By road, Odense is located 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Svendborg, 144 kilometres (89 mi) to the south of Aarhus and 167 kilometres (104 mi) to the southwest of Copenhagen. The city is the seat of Odense Municipality and was the seat of Odense County until 1970, and Funen County from 1970 until 1 January 2007, when Funen County became part of the Region of Southern Denmark. Odense has close associations with Hans Christian Andersen who is remembered above all for his fairy tales. He was born in the city in 1805 and spent his childhood years there.

There has been human settlement in the Odense area for over 4,000 years, although the name was not mentioned in writing until 988, and by 1070, it had already grown into a thriving city. Canute IV of Denmark, generally considered to be the last Viking king, was murdered by unruly peasants in Odense's St Alban's Priory on 10 July 1086. Although the city was burned in 1249 following a royal rivalry, it quickly recovered and flourished as a centre of commerce in the Middle Ages. After a period of decline, large-scale plans for development were made during the 18th century, which led to the rebuilding of Odense Palace and the building of a canal to the Port of Odense, facilitating trade. In 1865, one of the largest railway terminals in Denmark was built, further increasing the population and commerce, and by 1900, Odense had reached a population of 35,000. Odense's Odinstårnet was one of the tallest towers in Europe when built in 1935 but was destroyed by the Nazis during World War II. The University of Southern Denmark was established in 1966.

In the present day, Odense remains the commercial hub of Funen, and has a notable shopping district with a diversity of stores. Several major industries are located in the city including the Albani Brewery and GASA, Denmark's major dealer in vegetables, fruits and flowers. The city is home to Odense Palace, erected by King Frederik IV who died there in 1730, the Odense Theatre, the Odense Symphony Orchestra, and the Hans Christian Andersen Museum, situated in the house that was the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. In sports, Odense has a number of football clubs including OB, BM, B1909, and B1913, the Odense Bulldogs professional ice hockey team, and the city also hosts the H.C. Andersen Marathon. Odense is served by Hans Christian Andersen Airport and Odense station, which lies on the line between Copenhagen and the Jutland peninsula.

Odense is situated in the northeastern centre of the island of Funen. By road, Odense is located 45 kilometres (28 mi) north of Svendborg, 144 kilometres (89 mi) to the south of Aarhus, 167 kilometres (104 mi) to the southwest of Copenhagen, 136 kilometres (85 mi) east of Esbjerg and 69 kilometres (43 mi) southeast of Kolding. Suburbs of Odense include Stige to the north, Seden, Bullerup and Agedrup to the northeast, Blommenslyst to the west, Bellinge to the southwest, and Neder Holluf and Højby to the south.

The Odense River flows through Odense, to the south of the main shopping quarter. To the northeast of the city is the Odense Fjord, and to the northeast, along the 165 road to Kerteminde is Kerteminde Fjord. The fjord is accessed through the narrow passage of Gabets, between Hals and Skoven, and is connected by canal to the Port of Odense. The small fishing village of Bregnor lies 2.3 miles (3.7 km) to the southeast of the passage. A controlling depth of 11 metres (36 ft) is reported in the northern part of channel between the entrance to the fjord and Lindo Terminal Quay. The bight of Fyns Hoved to the northeast of the harbour curves south to form the approach to Odense Fjord. The eastern side of the bight between Fyns Hoved and Skoven, 5.5 metres (18 ft) to the south, is irregular, with a beach and hills behind it, and to the south of the bight is the small, shallow Korshavn Bay, with the Korshavn Light in the vicinity. Skoven is a bare, rugged peninsula, with Dalby Bay (Dalby Bugt) to the east.

In the southwestern part of the Odense Fjord are the islands of Vigelsø and the 21 hectare Tornø, although the latter is connected to the mainland by a 300-metre (980 ft)-long causeway. Vigelsø is the largest island in the fjord at 132 hectares and is an important breeding ground for migratory birds. It is part of the Special Area of Conservation No. SPC 94, Odense Fjord under the EU Habitat and Birds Directives and has been subject to close monitoring, with the target to reach at least "good" ecological status by 2015. The island is low-lying, the highest point of Østerhoved only reaching six metres above the sea. There is a 25 hectare forest on the northern part of the island while the southern part consists of coastal meadows.


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Aalborg

Aalborg, also spelled Ålborg, is an industrial and university city in the North of Jutland, Denmark. It has an urban population of 112,194, making it the fourth most populous city in Denmark. With a population of 210,316 (as of 1 January 2016), the Munic

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Aalborg

Aalborg, also spelled Ålborg, is an industrial and university city in the North of Jutland, Denmark. It has an urban population of 112,194, making it the fourth most populous city in Denmark. With a population of 210,316 (as of 1 January 2016), the Municipality of Aalborg is the third most populous in the country after Copenhagen and Aarhus. By road Aalborg is 64 kilometres (40 mi) southwest of Frederikshavn, and 118 kilometres (73 mi) north of Aarhus. The distance to Copenhagen is 412 kilometres (256 mi).

The earliest settlements date to around AD 700. Aalborg's position at the narrowest point on the Limfjord made it an important harbour during the Middle Ages, and later a large industrial centre. Architecturally, the city is known for its half-timbered mansions built by its prosperous merchants. Budolfi Church, now a cathedral, dates from the end of the 14th century and Aalborghus Castle, a royal residence, was built in 1550. Today, Aalborg is a city in transition from a working-class industrial area to a knowledge-based community. A major exporter of grain, cement, and spirits, its thriving business interests include Siemens Wind Power, Aalborg Industries, and Aalborg Portland. These companies have become global producers of wind turbine rotors, marine boilers and cement.

With its theatres, symphony orchestra, opera company, performance venues, and museums such as Aalborg Historical Museum and the Aalborg Museum of Modern Art, Aalborg is an important cultural hub. The Aalborg Carnival, held at the end of May, is one of the largest festivals in Scandinavia, attracting some 100,000 people annually. The major university is the University of Aalborg, founded in 1974, which has more than 17,000 students. The University College of Northern Denmark is one of seven new regional organisations while the Royal School of Library and Information Science (RSLIS) provides higher education in library and information science. Trænregimentet, the Danish regiment for army supply and emergency medical personnel, is also in Aalborg. Aalborg University Hospital, the largest in the north of Jutland, was founded in 1881.

The football club Aalborg BK, established in 1885 and based at Nordjyske Arena, won the Danish Superliga in the 1994–95 season, the 1998–99 season, the 2007–08 season and the 2013–14 season. Other sports associations include the icehockey club Aalborg Pirates, the mens handball team Aalborg Håndbold, the rugby club Aalborg RK, and Aalborg Cricket Club. Aalborg Railway Station, on John F. Kennedys Plads has connected the city to Randers and the south since 1869. Aalborg Airport is just 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) northwest of the city centre, and the E45, a European route from Karesuando, Sweden, to Gela, Italy, passes through Aalborg.

The European Commission has concluded that the citizens of Aalborg are the most satisfied people in Europe with their city.

Aalborg is in North Jutland (northwestern Denmark), at the narrowest point of the Limfjord, a shallow sound that separates North Jutlandic Island (Vendsyssel-Thy) from the rest of the Jutland Peninsula and connects Aalborg to the Kattegat about 35 kilometres (22 mi) to the east. Aalborg is 118 km (73 mi) north of Aarhus, 82 km (51 mi) north of Randers, and 64 km (40 mi) southwest of Frederikshavn. It is 414 km (257 mi) by Great Belt Fixed Link to Copenhagen, 150 km (93 mi) by the Frederikshavn-Göteborg ferry to Gothenburg in Sweden, and 363 km (226 mi) by the Frederikshavn-Oslo ferry to Oslo in Norway.

The area close to the waterfront is low-lying, with an elevation averaging about 5 metres (16 ft), but there are many hills in and around city, some reaching over 60 m (200 ft). Nørresundby, on the northern side of the sound, is also a hilly area. Villages to the south of Aalborg from west to east include Frejlev, Svenstrup, and Gistrup (which contains extensive woodland to the south as well as a golf club). Klarup and Storvorde lie to the southeast along the 595 road, which, flanking a stretch of the Limfjord known as Langerak, leads to the town of Hals. Nibe, with a harbour on the Limfjord, is 21 kilometres (13 mi) to the southwest, past the village of Frejlev. The Nibe Broads (Nibe Bredning) in the Limfjord not only has the largest eelgrass belts in Danish waters but is an important sanctuary for thousands of migratory birds. To the north of the city, villages include Vadum, Aabybro, Vestbjerg, Sulsted, Tylstrup, Vodskov, and Hjallerup. There is an extensive plantation, Branths Plantage - Møgelbjerg, immediately north of Vodskov.

The Himmerland region to the south still has a number of moors which once formed a vast area of heathland extending 35 km (22 mi) to the Rold Forest near Arden. Rebild Hills in the Rold Forest stretch over 425 acres (172 ha) of rolling heath country about 30 kilometres (19 mi) south of Aalborg. Lille Vildmose, to the southeast, is reported to be the largest raised bog in north-western Europe.


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Frederiksberg

Frederiksberg is a part of the Capital Region of Denmark. It is formally an independent municipality, Frederiksberg Municipality, but is typically treated as a part of Copenhagen. It occupies an area of less than 9 km2 and had a population of 103,192 in 2

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Frederiksberg

Frederiksberg is a part of the Capital Region of Denmark. It is formally an independent municipality, Frederiksberg Municipality, but is typically treated as a part of Copenhagen. It occupies an area of less than 9 km2 and had a population of 103,192 in 2015. Frederiksberg is an enclave surrounded by Copenhagen Municipality and there is no clear border between the two. Some sources ambiguously refer to Frederiksberg as a quarter or neighbourhood of Copenhagen. However, Frederiksberg has its own mayor and municipal council, and is fiercely independent.

Frederiksberg is considered to be an affluent, or "posh", area and is characterised by its many green spaces, such as the Frederiksberg Gardens and Søndermarken. Some institutions and locations that are widely considered to be part of Copenhagen are actually located in Frederiksberg. For example, Copenhagen Zoo as well as several stations of the Copenhagen Metro (the stations Forum, Frederiksberg, Fasanvej, Lindevang, and Flintholm) are located in Frederiksberg. The Copenhagen S-train system also has several stations in Frederiksberg, including Peter Bangs Vej station and Flintholm station.

Frederiksberg, which lies west of central Copenhagen, is completely surrounded by boroughs forming part of the city of Copenhagen – the result of an expansion of the Copenhagen Municipality's boundary in 1901, which nevertheless did not include Frederiksberg in the list of municipalities to be incorporated in the enlarged area. Frederiksberg is thus effectively a municipal island within the country's capital – a unique phenomenon in present-day Europe. Other than administratively, however, it is largely indistinguishable in character from the districts of Copenhagen city which surround it.

Frederiksberg has several stations on the Copenhagen Metro system, and is home to the tallest residential structure in Denmark and the second tallest residential building in Scandinavia: the 102-metre high Domus Vista.


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‘Unconstitutional’: West Bengal governor slams Mamata Banerjee government for blocking post-poll violence victims

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose criticized the state government for preventing post-poll violence victims from entering the Raj Bhavan, calling the act «unconstitutional.» Despite his office’s permission, police blocked the victims and BJP
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‘Unconstitutional’: West Bengal governor slams Mamata Banerjee government for blocking post-poll violence victims

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose criticized the state government for preventing post-poll violence victims from entering the Raj Bhavan, calling the act «unconstitutional.» Despite his office’s permission, police blocked the victims and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. Bose has sought a response from chief minister Mamata Banerjee, highlighting the need for upholding constitutional rights and transparency.

High court directs Delhi CM's wife Sunita Kejriwal, others to take down video of Kejriwal's court proceedings

The Delhi high court on Saturday instructed Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's wife and five other individual respondents to remove video recordings of a court hearing in the excise policy case from social media platforms. Additionally, the court directed social medi
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High court directs Delhi CM's wife Sunita Kejriwal, others to take down video of Kejriwal's court proceedings

The Delhi high court on Saturday instructed Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's wife and five other individual respondents to remove video recordings of a court hearing in the excise policy case from social media platforms. Additionally, the court directed social media companies to take down any other posts or reposts of videos recorded on that day.

J-K: Train services to begin soon on 'world's eighth wonder' Chenab rail bridge

Train services from Ramban to Reasi, traversing the world's highest railway bridge on the Chenab River, are set to commence soon, as stated by Northern Railway officials. Currently, trains are operational on the railway route from Kanyakumari to Katra, with s
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J-K: Train services to begin soon on 'world's eighth wonder' Chenab rail bridge

Train services from Ramban to Reasi, traversing the world's highest railway bridge on the Chenab River, are set to commence soon, as stated by Northern Railway officials. Currently, trains are operational on the railway route from Kanyakumari to Katra, with services also running between Baramulla and Sangaldan in the Kashmir Valley. Recently, railway officials carried out a detailed inspection of the newly built railway line.

Mortal remains of Jharkhand man killed in Kuwait fire brought home

A somber atmosphere enveloped the Hindpiri area of Ranchi, Jharkhand, as the body of Md Ali Hussain, one of the victims of a recent devastating fire in Kuwait, arrived at his home on Saturday morning. The remains were transported to Ranchi on a regular fligh
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Mortal remains of Jharkhand man killed in Kuwait fire brought home

A somber atmosphere enveloped the Hindpiri area of Ranchi, Jharkhand, as the body of Md Ali Hussain, one of the victims of a recent devastating fire in Kuwait, arrived at his home on Saturday morning. The remains were transported to Ranchi on a regular flight from Delhi and reached his residence around 10:15 am.

8 Naxalites, 1 soldier killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur

At least eight Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces on Saturday in Chhattisgarh's Abujhmarh area, located in the Narayanpur district. During the exchange of fire, one soldier lost his life, and two others were injured. The encounter in t
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8 Naxalites, 1 soldier killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur

At least eight Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces on Saturday in Chhattisgarh's Abujhmarh area, located in the Narayanpur district. During the exchange of fire, one soldier lost his life, and two others were injured. The encounter in the Maad and Narayanpur districts has been ongoing for the past two days.

RICHARD EDEN: Bear Grylls to step down as Chief Scout - weeks after helping to baptise Russell Brand in the Thames as the comic converted to Christianity

It's a poignant moment for the robust Old Etonian whose time as Chief Scout has coincided with what's been described as 'the biggest surge in popularity' for scouting since the end of World War II .
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RICHARD EDEN: Bear Grylls to step down as Chief Scout - weeks after helping to baptise Russell Brand in the Thames as the comic converted to Christianity

It's a poignant moment for the robust Old Etonian whose time as Chief Scout has coincided with what's been described as 'the biggest surge in popularity' for scouting since the end of World War II .

'We had to change rooms twice': Singapore traveller shocked by condition of rooms in Phuket resort

A man who was travelling with his friends was taken aback by the condition of their rooms at a resort in Phuket. In a post on Lemon8 on Wednesday (Jun 12), user Marcus Toh, a traveller from Singapore, shared his experience staying in a resort while on a tri
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'We had to change rooms twice': Singapore traveller shocked by condition of rooms in Phuket resort

A man who was travelling with his friends was taken aback by the condition of their rooms at a resort in Phuket. In a post on Lemon8 on Wednesday (Jun 12), user Marcus Toh, a traveller from Singapore, shared his experience staying in a resort while on a trip in Phuket, Thailand. He and his friends had booked the accommodation as it was relatively cheap, but the decision «turned out to be a huge mistake», he wrote. «We had to change rooms twice and downgrade to a smaller room due to how bad the conditions and cleanliness of the rooms were.» The post included pictures of cockroaches in the room, some dead and some alive, and black stains on the bed sheets. Toh said that although he was sceptical of the room's worn-out appearance, he put up with it. However, when the traveller entered the attached bathroom, he was greeted by a large cockroach. The group then called hotel staff to help them remove the bug but found three more cockroaches when they returned to the room after having dinner.

Choa Chu Kang residents sound alarm over motorcyclists using pavement as shortcut: 'I am worried about the children'

Some Choa Chu Kang residents are crying foul over motorcyclists who have been indiscriminately riding along a pavement and using it as a shortcut, thereby endangering pedestrians. The riders were either diners at the nearby eatery or doing food delivery,
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Choa Chu Kang residents sound alarm over motorcyclists using pavement as shortcut: 'I am worried about the children'

Some Choa Chu Kang residents are crying foul over motorcyclists who have been indiscriminately riding along a pavement and using it as a shortcut, thereby endangering pedestrians. The riders were either diners at the nearby eatery or doing food delivery, reported 8World. A member of the public, Qiu, told 8World that these riders would illegally ride or park on the pavement below Block 160A Jalan Teck Whye, and that they are a menace.  Zheng, a resident who has lived there for over ten years, told 8World that the situation has been ongoing for several years. And that these riders are usually diners at an eatery located nearby or food delivery riders parking their bikes outside that outlet. These motorcyclists usually appear during dinner or supper time. Cai, another resident, said: «I am worried about the children because there is a new HDB block nearby and there are many children running around. If the motorcyclists cannot see them, they may hit them.»

MRT commuter slams guy for his PMA taking up too much space, says 'he didn't even bother to park properly'

Size matters. A commuter was concerned that man on a personal mobility aid (PMA) was taking too much space on the MRT train and could cause an obstruction in case of an emergency. Stomp contributor Tan shared a photo of the PMA on the East-West Line on Jun
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MRT commuter slams guy for his PMA taking up too much space, says 'he didn't even bother to park properly'

Size matters. A commuter was concerned that man on a personal mobility aid (PMA) was taking too much space on the MRT train and could cause an obstruction in case of an emergency. Stomp contributor Tan shared a photo of the PMA on the East-West Line on June 12 at around 2.30pm. «I saw this huge PMA with this equally huge guy sitting on it,» said the Stomp contributor. «He don't even bother to park his huge PMA properly.» She felt that such large PMAs should be banned from public transport. «In the event of an emergency, huge PMAs like this obstruct fast evacuation. They also take up too much space and deprive commuters,» said the Stomp contributor. «MRT staff must be more vigilant and forbid huge PMAs like this to board the train.» According to the Land Transport Authority, PMAs such as mobility scooters for the elderly or people who have difficulty walking are allowed on MRT and LRT trains. But they should not exceed 120cm in length, 70cm in width and 150cm in height. The total weight of the PMA together with the user should not exceed 300kg.

US ramps up Sudan aid, warns of risk of historic famine

The United States on Friday announced another $315 million for hungry Sudanese as it pressed the warring sides to end obstruction of aid, warning that a famine of historic proportions could unfold without urgent action.
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US ramps up Sudan aid, warns of risk of historic famine

The United States on Friday announced another $315 million for hungry Sudanese as it pressed the warring sides to end obstruction of aid, warning that a famine of historic proportions could unfold without urgent action.

Somali government announces construction of new airport in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's federal government has announced plans to build a new airport in Mogadishu, aiming to alleviate congestion at Aden Adde International Airport. Ahmed Moalim Hassan, the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) general manager, revea
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Somali government announces construction of new airport in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's federal government has announced plans to build a new airport in Mogadishu, aiming to alleviate congestion at Aden Adde International Airport. Ahmed Moalim Hassan, the Somali Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) general manager, revealed that the new airport would be located in El Ma'an. The decision follows a thorough five-year environmental and safety survey that found the site suitable for construction.

Mother upset over alleged police-beating of son at Mandeville lock-up

A mother is distraught after her son was allegedly beaten up by the police at the Mandeville lock-up in Manchester on Thursday. 
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Mother upset over alleged police-beating of son at Mandeville lock-up

A mother is distraught after her son was allegedly beaten up by the police at the Mandeville lock-up in Manchester on Thursday. 

Security officer charged over gun seizure in Central Kingston

The Kingston Central police have charged a 33-year-old security officer over the seizure of a Glock pistol on Price Lane in the parish on Friday. 
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Security officer charged over gun seizure in Central Kingston

The Kingston Central police have charged a 33-year-old security officer over the seizure of a Glock pistol on Price Lane in the parish on Friday. 

Probes launched into death of detainee in Trelawny lock-up

The police and the Independent Commission of Investigations are investigating the death of a detainee in a lock-up in Trelawny on Thursday.
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Probes launched into death of detainee in Trelawny lock-up

The police and the Independent Commission of Investigations are investigating the death of a detainee in a lock-up in Trelawny on Thursday.

UN launches initiative to boost human rights awareness among Somalis

MOGADISHU (Xinhua) -- The UN and the National Museum of Somalia on Friday launched a multilingual initiative centered on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) to increase understanding of human rights among Somali communities.
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UN launches initiative to boost human rights awareness among Somalis

MOGADISHU (Xinhua) -- The UN and the National Museum of Somalia on Friday launched a multilingual initiative centered on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) to increase understanding of human rights among Somali communities.

Safaricom Ethiopia expands services in Somali region with government support

JIGJIGA, Ethiopia (HOL) — Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC is expanding its network services and launching social initiatives in the Somali region with support from the local administration.
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Safaricom Ethiopia expands services in Somali region with government support

JIGJIGA, Ethiopia (HOL) — Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC is expanding its network services and launching social initiatives in the Somali region with support from the local administration.

Sentosa beaches closed due to oil spill from Pasir Panjang Terminal

SINGAPORE - A clean-up operation is under way after oil washed up the coast of Sentosa's Tanjong Beach on June 15, a day after a damaged cargo tank leaked oil into the sea at Pasir Panjang Terminal. A video sent to The Straits Times by a reader showed thick
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Sentosa beaches closed due to oil spill from Pasir Panjang Terminal

SINGAPORE - A clean-up operation is under way after oil washed up the coast of Sentosa's Tanjong Beach on June 15, a day after a damaged cargo tank leaked oil into the sea at Pasir Panjang Terminal. A video sent to The Straits Times by a reader showed thick, dark-coloured oil in the waters of Tanjong Beach, staining the sand along the shoreline. In an advisory on its website, Sentosa said: «The waters of Tanjong, Palawan and Siloso Beach on Sentosa are currently closed for beach cleanup, due to instances of oil spillage observed in the sea waters.» It added: «During this period, guests can still use our beaches, but swimming and sea activities in and along the waters will not be allowed.»

Lana Tetuanui envoie son courrier de démission du Tapura Huiraatira

C'est un coup dur pour la future union de la plateforme autonomiste qui doit être annoncée dans les prochains jours avant la présentation des candidatures pour les élections législatives. La sénatrice et représentante à l'APF démissionne du parti d'E
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Lana Tetuanui envoie son courrier de démission du Tapura Huiraatira

C'est un coup dur pour la future union de la plateforme autonomiste qui doit être annoncée dans les prochains jours avant la présentation des candidatures pour les élections législatives. La sénatrice et représentante à l'APF démissionne du parti d'Edouard Fritch, ont révélé nos confrères de Tahiti Infos.

Législatives 2024: le Tavini Huiraatira présente ses 3 candidats dans la course. Le Gayic, Chailloux et Mereana Reid-Arbelot sont confirmés

Ce vendredi soir, Oscar Temaru a dévoilé les noms des trois candidats qui porteront la bannière du parti indépendantiste lors des législatives. Tematai Legayic, Steve Chailloux et Mereana Red Arbelot sont à nouveau investis par le tavini.
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Législatives 2024: le Tavini Huiraatira présente ses 3 candidats dans la course. Le Gayic, Chailloux et Mereana Reid-Arbelot sont confirmés

Ce vendredi soir, Oscar Temaru a dévoilé les noms des trois candidats qui porteront la bannière du parti indépendantiste lors des législatives. Tematai Legayic, Steve Chailloux et Mereana Red Arbelot sont à nouveau investis par le tavini.

Blessés de guerre polynésiens: «j'ai été victime d'une explosion en Afghanistan»

Le 22 juin prochain, le Rimap et le RSMA organisent une journée au Parc Vaira'i en l'honneur des blessés de guerre intitulée «avec nos blessés». Voici l'histoire de l'un d'entre eux. Le caporal chef de première classe Mairihia, engagé dans l
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Blessés de guerre polynésiens: «j'ai été victime d'une explosion en Afghanistan»

Le 22 juin prochain, le Rimap et le RSMA organisent une journée au Parc Vaira'i en l'honneur des blessés de guerre intitulée «avec nos blessés». Voici l'histoire de l'un d'entre eux. Le caporal chef de première classe Mairihia, engagé dans l'armée de terre, est victime d'une explosion en Afghanistan en 2011.

Législatives 2024 : les autonomistes signent un accord pour les prochaines élections

Le Tapura Huiraatira, A Here Ia Porinetia, le Amuitahiraa no te Nunaa Ma'ohi et Ia Ora Te Nunaa sont arrivés à un accord pour présenter des candidats communs pour les législatives. Après plusieurs heures de discussion, les 4 formations politique se sont
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Législatives 2024 : les autonomistes signent un accord pour les prochaines élections

Le Tapura Huiraatira, A Here Ia Porinetia, le Amuitahiraa no te Nunaa Ma'ohi et Ia Ora Te Nunaa sont arrivés à un accord pour présenter des candidats communs pour les législatives. Après plusieurs heures de discussion, les 4 formations politique se sont aussi mises d'accord sur les noms de suppléants.

Trump attributes presence of Russian ships at the port of Havana to Biden's weakness

Former american president added that neither Russian President Vladimir Putin nor other foreign leader have any respect for Joe Biden
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Trump attributes presence of Russian ships at the port of Havana to Biden's weakness

Former american president added that neither Russian President Vladimir Putin nor other foreign leader have any respect for Joe Biden

Ukrainian troops in Volchansk will soon be trapped in a pocket — Russian lawmaker

As the State Duma deputy Viktor Vodolatsky noted, despite the fact that it is a small city, it is heavily fortified
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Ukrainian troops in Volchansk will soon be trapped in a pocket — Russian lawmaker

As the State Duma deputy Viktor Vodolatsky noted, despite the fact that it is a small city, it is heavily fortified

Endangered species: Seychelles steps up efforts to implement CITES

Officials from biosecurity, fisheries, conservation and customs in Seychelles participated in a familiarisation workshop on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The workshop, held at the Savoy Resor
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Endangered species: Seychelles steps up efforts to implement CITES

Officials from biosecurity, fisheries, conservation and customs in Seychelles participated in a familiarisation workshop on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The workshop, held at the Savoy Resort and Spa, is part of the steps to implement the convention in the country and it aims to step up efforts to fight the illegal trade of wildlife. CITES is a global agreement among governments to regulate or ban international trade in species under threat. In Seychelles, it is managed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and the Environment and part of the ministry's role is to ensure that the trade is legal, sustainable and can be traced. The director for biosecurity conservation and the local CITES focal point, Ashley Dias, told reporters that the workshop is for the local partners to have open and frank discussions. During the session, the officials were shown presentations of the various roles the agencies involved have in the implementation. «This morning we discovered that even some of the officers involved in upholding the convention locally are not aware of what it is or entails. This shows that we have a lot of education work to carry out in that area so that everyone knows what it is,» she added. Through the talks, the authorities hope to identify the existing gaps and how they can work together to implement the convention nationally. The gaps identified so far were a lack of human and financial resources and the need for more training so that the officers concerned may identify species being traded. «CITES is a very important convention and as we know there is illegal trade in flora and fauna taking place now, this is the perfect time to talk about how this is happening,» said Dias. She said the authorities have «noticed an increase in illegal wildlife trade, as this sector is even more lucrative than trafficking in illegal drugs. We are working closely with our partners to find out what avenues are being used to do so and what countries where such trades are taking place.» The Trade of Wild Flora and Fauna Act came into force in 2021 allowing authorities to confiscate specimens and fine those found trading illegally. «What remains now for us is to be able to detect the illegal trade of flora and fauna, which at the moment is very alarming,» said Dias. She said there is a demand for endemic and rare species from Seychelles and in recent years there have been reports of illegal trading of the island nation's giant bronze gecko and potential illicit trading of the endemic Aldabra giant tortoise. Endemic to the Seychelles' island of Praslin's endangered coco-de-mer palm forests, the vulnerable giant bronze gecko seems more like a close relative of the Komodo dragon from the Galapagos Islands than a gecko. Dias added that although the authorities are detecting such cases there are many loopholes such as monitoring, control and surveillance in marine areas. The local CITES management authority says it plans to hold more training to equip all concerned with the tools needed to identify the various species being traded and know existing laws. «This is a constantly evolving topic and we have to ensure that as a small country, we are always on top of all the changes taking place,» said Dias.

'Happens 3 to 4 times a year': Landed homeowner frustrated after van parks in front of gate and obstructs driveway

A homeowner was left at a loss after he was prevented from exiting his property due to a van parked in front of his gate. In a TikTok video uploaded on Monday (June 10), Thomas Tong, who lives in a landed estate at Upper Paya Lebar, shared details of the in
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'Happens 3 to 4 times a year': Landed homeowner frustrated after van parks in front of gate and obstructs driveway

A homeowner was left at a loss after he was prevented from exiting his property due to a van parked in front of his gate. In a TikTok video uploaded on Monday (June 10), Thomas Tong, who lives in a landed estate at Upper Paya Lebar, shared details of the incident, which occurred past midnight last Saturday. «I realised there was a van parked right here,» Tong said, referring to the road right outside his front gate.  The 36-year-old property agent had planned on driving to a nearby gym to work out, but was unable to do so because the van was «directly obstructing» his driveway, preventing him from getting his vehicle out of his home. Stating that he «knows for a fact» that this is an issue for the Land Transport Authority (LTA) to resolve, he claimed that the agency doesn't operate 24 hours and would therefore not be able to help him. Desperate, he called the police to seek assistance. When they didn't arrive, it prompted a second call from Tong. This time, the police informed him that it was an issue he had to take up with LTA.

72-year-old fined $600k for operating illegal migrant worker dorms in 11 residences

SINGAPORE - A 72-year-old man was fined $600,000 for converting 11 private residential properties into unauthorised dormitories that he then rented out to migrant workers. One of the units housed 23 foreigners. Inspections carried out between January 2016 an
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72-year-old fined $600k for operating illegal migrant worker dorms in 11 residences

SINGAPORE - A 72-year-old man was fined $600,000 for converting 11 private residential properties into unauthorised dormitories that he then rented out to migrant workers. One of the units housed 23 foreigners. Inspections carried out between January 2016 and April 2018 found that Tan Hock Keng had carved multiple rooms in the residences, which he then packed with workers, who had to live in unhygienic conditions. At a unit in Geylang, enforcement officers from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) found that the floor and walls of the kitchen and toilets were badly stained. They also discovered bedbug stains in a bedroom of another unit nearby. On May 30, Tan was convicted of three charges, with eight additional charges for similar offences at other private residential properties taken into consideration. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) in a statement on June 14 said that MOM enforcement officers who inspected properties linked to Tan found that the number of occupants «significantly exceeded» the authority's occupancy cap rules.

Gone in an hour: Customers snap up $1.95 durians at Bedok FairPrice outlet

There's a durian flash sale in town and people have been quick to act on it.  Customers snapped up Malaysia kampung durians — retailing at $1.95 each — in about an hour at a FairPrice outlet in Bedok on Friday (June 14) morning. It was the first da
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Gone in an hour: Customers snap up $1.95 durians at Bedok FairPrice outlet

There's a durian flash sale in town and people have been quick to act on it.  Customers snapped up Malaysia kampung durians — retailing at $1.95 each — in about an hour at a FairPrice outlet in Bedok on Friday (June 14) morning. It was the first day of a three-day promotion held there. The durians, weighing between 600g and 800g, were on sale as part of the FairPrice Annual Durian Fair. Before the sale started at 9am, there was already a long queue outside the supermarket at Block 212 Bedok North Street 1, 8world reported. First in the line was a 71-year-old woman surnamed Wu, who brought her three grandchildren with her. «My grandchildren like to eat durians so I queued up to buy some,» she told the Chinese publication. They managed to snag a total of 12 durians, thanks to two people who decided not to go ahead with the purchase and passed their queue numbers to the family. Another woman surnamed Chen, who was in the shopping in the area that morning, chanced upon the flash sale and decided to join the queue.

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