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As Britain continues to sizzle in record-breaking temperatures during a bank holiday heatwave, several A-listers will be keen to hit the beach to bask in the scorching sun.

Scientists have revealed why heat feels so much more intense in the UK - and say the high humidity and lack of facilities are largely to blame.

Hammed Danmole ran towards the blade-wielding teenagers while others scattered in horror at Burgess Park on Sunday, May 17.

In 2020, Thomas and Jenny Jackson proudly told how they had abandoned their careers to give their children a taste of the Good Life on a 13-acre plot in rural Somerset.

Robert Rycroft, 57, put up the huge steel-framed outbuilding in the garden of his home after years of devastating floods left them scrambling to move treasured possessions out of the water's path.

SINGAPORE - A woman who assumed greater responsibilities on the homemaking front so her husband could build his business has been granted a third of the couple's matrimonial assets, which amounts to $2.2 million.In judgment published on May 20, High Court Justice Dedar Singh Gill noted that the woman had directly contributed around 5.9 per cent, or $400,000, to the asset pool, while the man provided around $6.4 million.He said that the man, 45, bore most of the indirect financial contributions as he had greater financial capacity, and his supplementary credit card enabled the wife to pay for household expenses.Meanwhile, the wife, 44, assumed greater responsibilities on the homemaking front.She looked after their three children, aged nine to 16, oversaw their studies and managed the household, including the supervision of their helper.«It is also notable that the wife supported the husband's career, having resigned from her job to commence work at the husband's company,» the judge said.

Pump prices in Singapore fell ahead of Hari Raya Haji as two fuel companies — Caltex and Shell — posted adjustments to its prices for diesel on Tuesday (May 26).In a price board update published at 4.30pm, Shell announced a 5-cent reduction to the price of its diesel. The move was mirrored by Caltex at 8pm the same day.Both companies kept their petrol prices unchanged.The last rounds of price movements were recorded on three consecutive days between May 20 and May 22.Following the latest round of adjustments, the price of diesel now ranges from $2.76 at Smart Energy, to $4.42 at Esso.

A Hong Kong school principal has been suspended from his duties amid an ongoing probe into his conduct, after a video of him swearing at two security personnel in Singapore went viral.Lee Cheuk-hing, principal at San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School in Tuen Mun, had told two security guards to «shut up» during a parking dispute at Safra Jurong on May 22.He was also filmed pulling faces and uttering profanities at the personnel.A member of the school board told Hong Kong media outlet HK01 on Tuesday (May 26) that the suspension was ordered after Lee and other teachers who were on the study trip submitted their statements on the matter.«I think the board as a whole feels that the principal's words and actions did not meet public expectations,» the publication quoted independent board member Edmund Wong as saying.[embed]https://www.tiktok.com/@asiaone/video/7643706282188360961[/embed]The school also issued an apology for the incident which caused «public concern and unease».

​​A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi pronounced the verdict on Wednesday after reserving judgment this year in January following extensive hearings in the matter. The petitions had challenged the legality of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise undertaken by the ECI, arguing that the process went beyond the powers granted to the poll body under Article 326 of the Constitution, the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and the rules framed under it.

[New Times] The Republic of Congo has announced that it will introduce visa-free entry for all African citizens beginning January 1, 2027, in a policy shift aimed at advancing regional integration and easing cross-border movement across the continent.

Elon Musk’s SpaceX reportedly forced the Pentagon to pay more for satellite connectivity to operate drones during the Iran war Read Full Article at RT.com

The anticipated National School Mental Health Policy in India marks a pivotal moment in aligning student wellness with educational success. By fostering nurturing atmospheres, this initiative seeks to empower 40 million learners, promoting empathy and resilience. To realize this vision, effective teacher training and adaptable strategies will be key, heralding a hopeful era for the youth of the nation.

A traveler returning from Uganda has been isolated in Bengaluru with mild body ache, prompting heightened surveillance by Indian authorities. While no confirmed Ebola case has been detected in India, the individual is undergoing testing as a precautionary measure amid ongoing outbreaks in Africa.

The Minister said that the proposed CBDC-based model will gradually be operationalised at ration shops and integrated with banking systems, including private banks in the future.

Delhi authorities have deployed rapid response teams across all districts to prevent illegal animal sacrifice and cruelty ahead of Bakrid. Strict guidelines prohibit public slaughter, sale of animals in unauthorized spots, and the sacrifice of specific animals. Criminal cases will be filed for violations, with awareness campaigns also planned.

Indian Air Force helicopters are battling a major forest fire in Himachal Pradesh's Kasauli. Mi-17 and Chinook choppers are dousing flames in inaccessible areas, even ferrying water from Sukhna Lake. Thick smoke billowed from the scenic town's forests, including orchards and oak trees, as authorities continue efforts to control the blaze.

[Dabanga] En Nahud / El Fula / Wad Banda / Dibebad / Ghubeis -- Health authorities in West Kordofan say a growing cholera outbreak has killed 40 people and infected 228 others, while emergency teams in East Darfur have warned of rising suspected measles cases in a refugee camp hosting South Sudanese refugees.

[UN News] As a deadly Ebola strain continues to spread in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with cases confirmed in neighbouring Uganda, the UN aviation agency is urging governments and flight operators to closely follow guidelines put in place following the COVID-19 pandemic.

[UN News] The UN Charter is facing one of its gravest tests in decades, Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Tuesday, warning that wars, arms races, climate shocks and the erosion of international law are placing intense pressure on the multilateral system established to prevent a third world war.

Le Tribunal administratif a rendu ses décisions mardi 26 mai, concernant les recours déposés pour les municipales 2026. Après les rebondissements lors de l'investiture, Felix Tokoragi n'est finalement plus maire de Makemo.

A 25-year-old man was taken to court on May 19 for allegedly trafficking etomidate-laced vape pods, also known as Kpods.Muhammad Danial Mohd Shahri was caught when authorities raided his home in Punggol on May 17 and found 39 vape pods.The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said in a statement on Wednesday (May 27) that the seized pods were sent for laboratory testing and confirmed to contain etomidate.The man was remanded for a week to assist with further investigations.His case was heard again on May 26, and proceedings have been adjourned to July 21.Under the new Tobacco and Vaporisers Control Act — which took effect from May 1 — etomidate and its analogues are listed as specified psychoactive substances.Importers now face jail time of between three to 20 years, and five to 15 strokes of the cane. They can also be fined up to $300,000, 30 times the previous amount.Suppliers can face a sentence of two to 10 years' jail, and two to five strokes of the cane. The fine is up to $200,000, a 20-fold increase.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will attend a breakfast meeting with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid speculation of a leadership change. This follows extensive discussions in Delhi where Rahul Gandhi reportedly urged Siddaramaiah to consider a national role, hinting at a potential transition plan for the state's top post.

A traveler from Uganda with mild body ache has been isolated in Bengaluru for observation amid Ebola outbreaks in Africa. The Union Health Ministry confirmed no Ebola cases in India but is maintaining heightened surveillance and public health protocols. Citizens are urged to rely on official sources for updates.

India strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN Security Council, accusing it of sponsoring cross-border terrorism and violating sovereignty through decades of aggression. India's envoy stated Pakistan's actions, including its «doctrine of bleeding India by a thousand cuts,» expose its hollow rhetoric on the UN Charter.

The president’s preferred candidate, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, has faced numerous scandals, while Sen. John Cornyn failed to excite the base.

The runoff was a test of whether the Democratic Party could successfully distance itself from a left-wing candidate whom leaders called antisemitic.

Kate Moss was a no show at the premiere of her new biopic Moss & Freud at Selfridges in London on Tuesday, allowing actress Ellie Bamber to steal the show.

Donald Trump is postponing a highly unusual visit to Camp David on Wednesday, where he planned to huddle with his Cabinet as high-stakes Iran peace talks hang by a thread.

Iran has said the US strikes in its southern province constituted a breach of the ceasefire Read Full Article at RT.com

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Alberta against pursuing separation as the western province prepares for an October vote Read Full Article at RT.com