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Police are 'monitoring the situation closely' at Guildford's Stoke Park in Surrey where the makeshift caravan site has been created.
The suspect, aged in his 20s, was living at the Britannia Hotel, and was being held by police in Hackney, east London , in the early hours of this morning.
The incident took place at Manchester Airport at just after 6.30am this morning with people heading on their summer holidays warned to expect delays.
Footage shows a long line of black armoured vehicles speeding along a road, flanked by flashing police cars and trailed by what appears to be an ambulance.
A video showed the playful mammal dancing across the water but marine experts have now urged tourists to stay away from the playful animals following further reports of injuries.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation on Independence Day, warned of a premeditated conspiracy to alter India's demography through illegal infiltration. He asserted that these «ghuspaithiyas» pose a threat by snatching opportunities from the youth, targeting women, and encroaching on tribal lands. Modi announced a high-powered demographic mission to tackle this crisis within a set timeframe.
Following the devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar's Chasoti village, which resulted in 60 fatalities and over 100 injuries, Prime Minister Modi has assured Jammu and Kashmir of full support. The disaster, occurring during the Machail Mata Yatra, caused widespread destruction. Rescue operations are ongoing, with helpline numbers established to aid those affected by the floods.
Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation on Independence Day, outlining initiatives for energy independence, domestic semiconductor production, and GST reforms. He introduced the PM Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana to boost job creation and emphasized prioritizing farmers' interests. Modi also warned against nuclear threats and criticized the Indus Waters Treaty, vowing to protect India's interests.
The Oasis frontman, 52, has been launching maracas and his iconic tambourine into the audience at the end of every concert on their tour after singing Champagne Supernova.
Junta blockades, soaring prices and US aid cuts are driving a sharp rise in hunger and malnutrition across conflict-hit Rakhine State.
Dr Lee Wei Ling, the daughter of founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew, has a wish fulfilled nearly a year after her death.In a Facebook post on Thursday (Aug 14), Lee Hsien Yang said that he took his sister «on one last boat ride» from Edinburgh, Scotland to scatter her ashes out at sea.«Farewell Ling. My principled, steadfast and indomitable sister,» he added.Dr Lee, a neurologist, died at the age of 69 on Oct 9, 2024, four years after she was diagnosed with a rare, degenerative brain disease.Lee described the country where he strewn Dr Lee's ashes upon the waves as one that held deep significance for both of them.He recalled: «Ling and I went to Scotland on our own when we were still in school. We toured the countryside, and stayed in Edinburgh, climbed Arthur’s Seat, and visited Edinburgh castle.»She returned by herself from time to time over the years for her medical exams, and to hike the rugged hills she loved so much."
Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng has arrived at the State Courts on Friday (Aug 15) to await the sentencing of his case linked to former transport minister S. Iswaran.The 79-year-old Malaysian pleaded guilty on Aug 4 to one charge of abetting Iswaran in obstructing the course of justice. A second charge of abetting a public servant in obtaining gifts will be taken into consideration for sentencing.Before his hearing scheduled for 2.30pm, Ong arrived wearing a white shirt and a mask.He remained silent as he walked into court alongside his lawyers and staff.[embed]https://www.tiktok.com/@asiaone/video/7538692473908989202[/embed]Ong suffers from multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer, and other health issues.If convicted of abetting the obstruction of justice, he may face a jail term of up to seven years, or a fine, or both.[[nid:720857]]At the Aug 4 hearing, the defence asked the court to exercise judicial mercy, on grounds that sending Ong to prison would significantly endanger his life.
According to Andrey Marochko, the Ukrainian army is increasing its forces in this area in an attempt to stabilize the front line
«We hope for a very constructive dialogue,» special representative of the Russian president for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries said
Rodion Miroshnik stressed that Washington and Moscow share a broad agenda, covering international and global issues as well as direct economic, cultural, sporting, and other exchanges
The August 15 meeting in Anchorage will be the first face-to-face talks between Putin and Trump since June 2021
«What is this?», the Russian foreign minister asked
[African Arguments] The Sudan War series is a joint collaboration between the Center for Economic, Legal, and Social Studies and Documentation - Khartoum (CEDEJ-K), Sudan-Norway Academic Cooperation (SNAC) and African Arguments - Debating Ideas. Through a number of themes that explore the intersections of war, displacement, identities and capital, Sudanese researchers, many of whom are themselves displaced, highlight their own experiences, the unique dynamisms within the larger communities affected by war, and readings of
«Chukotka is nearby, our lands are nearby,» Viktor Vodolatsky noted
According to former Verkhovna Rada member and expert of the Other Ukraine movement Spiridon Kilinkarov, some consultations between US President Donald Trump and his Western and European allies may follow
As Rodion Miroshnik noted, according to sociologists in Ukraine, people there have a huge «desire to end the conflict and hostilities»
«Our people remembers well the noble deeds of the best sons and daughters of the Russian people in the name of international duty,» Kim Jong Un said
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi reiterated that Tokyo welcomes and supports the initiatives of US President Donald Trump aimed at a ceasefire in Ukraine
Ever since its release in 1995, Braveheart has been a whipping boy for scholars. All of its historical inaccuracies have been gleefully pointed out. But the film did get some things right.
Le colonel de gendarmerie Stéphane Brunet était l’invité du journal de ce jeudi 14 août. Interrogé par Heiarii Tahiata, il s’est penché sur les sujets de sécurité qui touchent la Polynésie. Il veut axer ses efforts sur la prévention et la répression.
Le Barreau de Papeete compte un nouvel avocat. Me Tehono Marchal a prêté serment ce jeudi 14 août. Après un brillant parcours dont 4 années comme juriste assistant au Palais de justice, il passe de l’autre côté de la barre et enfile la robe noire.
C’est un drame qui touche le grand nombre. La disparition brutale d’un scootériste du nom d’Eddy Kaspard a eu un impact important, auprès de sa famille et de ses proches d’abord, mais aussi dans le monde du football polynésien. L'automobiliste suspecté d'être impliqué dans cet accident mortel a été interpellé ce jeudi midi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on the 79th Independence Day, marking his 12th consecutive address. He paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and hoisted the flag, emphasising the theme of 'Naya Bharat' and the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Modi saluted the armed forces and highlighted India's stance against nuclear threats, referencing actions taken after the Pahalgam attack.
China and India are engaged in ongoing discussions at multiple levels, with potential high-level exchanges on the horizon. Both nations express readiness to collaborate on key issues, build political trust, and manage differences carefully. They aim to strengthen cooperation on multilateral platforms and resume trade through designated border points after a five-year pause, signaling a commitment to steady bilateral ties.
Narendra Modi greets India on its 79th Independence Day. He calls for dedicated efforts to build a developed Bharat. Modi will address the nation from Red Fort. His past speeches included topics like a secular civil code and medical seats. Political observers are watching for foreign policy signals. The government's stance against terrorism is expected to be highlighted.
