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Discover history's multilingual US presidents

The President of the United States is used to talking tough. But how many presidents in US history were able to do so in another language besides English? Not many people realize that there are 21 former White House incumbents who could converse in at least one foreign language. Some, in fact, were multilinguists. And did you know that there was one American president who didn't speak English as his first language. Intrigued? Click through and discover the presidents who could communicate in foreign tongues.


Just skin and bone: The starving Gaza toddlers kept in incubators as UN human rights chief warns Israel may be guilty of war crime if it has cut off food aid

Leila Jeneid suffers from extreme malnutrition, which the UN today accused Israel of actively using as a weapon of war


Greek govt defeats censure motion over train tragedy

Greece's conservative government survived a censure motion in parliament on Thursday that was lodged over claims it had tried to manipulate an investigation into the deadly train collision that rocked the country last year. The conservative government of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has a parliamentary majority and was widely expected to defeat the motion lodged by the socialist PASOK party on Tuesday.


Stay! Germany denies reports of sausage dog ban

The government moves to reassure dachshund fans after a petition was launched against a draft law.


Kyiv asks NATO allies for air defences after Russia hits infrastructure

(Reuters) -Ukraine's defence minister asked allies for more air defences at an extraordinary meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on Thursday and said nearly all the impact from Russian strikes this year had been on civilian infrastructure. Last Friday, Russia carried out its largest air strike on Ukraine's energy system since its invasion in February 2022, damaging power units at a dam and


Indian police spot glowing UFOs zig-zagging over nuclear power plant - mirroring reports of craft at sensitive bases in US

DailyMail.com has obtained two UFO videos recorded by an Indian police official, depicting an apparent craft near India's Kudankulam nuclear plant.


Samaritans faces backlash over new report breaking down the 'economic cost' of suicide in the UK as some accuse charity of 'putting a price on human life' - but others insist it's 'reality'

The charity, which provides support to people in mental health crises and who are suicidal, published the 16-page report on the 'economic cost' of suicide in the UK this month.


Man jailed for childhood rape of boy

John Smith, of Chester, was aged 10 or 11 when he first sexually assaulted his victim, police say.


"I screamed a little bit": Virginia woman wins $3 million with weeks-old Mega Millions ticket

A woman from Portsmouth, Virginia becomes millionaire after rediscovering weeks-old Mega Millions lottery ticket.


Haiti now needs up to 5,000 police to help tackle `catastrophic' gang violence , UN expert says

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Haiti now needs between 4,000 and 5,000 international police to help tackle “catastrophic” gang violence which is targeting key individuals and hospitals, schools, banks and other critical institutions, the U.N. rights expert for the conflict-wracked Caribbean nation said Thursday. Last July, William O’Neill said Haiti needed between 1,000 and 2,000 international police trained to deal with gangs. Today, he said the...


'It's losing by a bit, or a massive defeat': Tories urge Rishi Sunak to go for a summer election to avoid meltdown later as rumours sweep Westminster - with PM griping about 'hospital pass' from Boris Johnson and Liz Truss

MPs raised fears that things will only get worse for the party, suggesting the PM could use the Rwanda row as a springboard for a campaign.


Call to cut speed limit at death crash junction

People living near the scene of a fatal crash in Barnsley fear more deaths if action is not taken.


Netanyahu asks Israeli court to defer deadline on conscription controversy

By Dan Williams JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday asked Israel's top court to defer a March 31 deadline for the government to come up with a new military conscription plan that would address mainstream anger at exemptions granted to ultra-Orthodox Jews. The decades-old controversy has become especially sensitive as Israel's armed forces, made up mostly of


Within minutes of departure, faltering container ship crashes into Baltimore bridge

(Reuters) -Here is a timeline of the collapse on Tuesday of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge after it was hit by the Singapore-flagged container ship Dali. All times are EDT: 01:04 a.m (0504 GMT). – Loaded with shipping containers, Dali departs from Baltimore's port, headed to Colombo, Sri Lanka. 01:24 a.m. – Dali slowly approaches the Key Bridge, according to video captured by StreamTime


Family's law change plea after house explosion

Gemma McLaughlin's parents lost their home to a devastating gas blast in 2020, but no-one is liable.


Trump visits wake of police officer shot on duty

The former president attended the funeral as a debate over public safety and crime grows in some major cities.


Strikes threat over alleged bullying at school

Teachers are being balloted over possible strike action at Sir Francis Hill Community School in Lincoln.


Russian propaganda network that 'paid MEPs' busted

Polish and Czech police say network used Russian money and popular website to push anti-Ukraine narratives.


Islamic State spokesperson praises group's attack on concert hall in Russia

CAIRO (Reuters) - The spokesperson for Islamic State praised the group's attack that killed more than 140 people in a Russian concert hall near Moscow. Abu Huthaifa al-Ansari was speaking in a recorded message posted on Thursday on the militant group's Telegram channel. Al-Ansari also reiterated urging the group's supporters to target "crusaders" everywhere, especially in the United States,


Over 2,800 QC cops, enforcers tapped for Holy Week security

MANILA, Philippines – Over 2, 800 members of the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) Department of Public Order and Safety (DPOS) and Traffic and Transport Management Department (TTMD) have been deployed to help ensure safety, security and order in the city this Holy Week. QCPD said it is fielding 1,000 police officers, the DPOS will deploy 299 of its personnel while TTMD will tap 1,529 traffic enforcers. “We are fully committed in ensuring a...


Ati families face forced eviction in disputed Boracay land

ILOILO CITY — Ati tribe members in Boracay were shocked early Palm Sunday morning when guards stormed their area and started to place barricades made out of galvanized iron sheets, citing recent decisions by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). Maria Tamboon, one of the leaders of the Boracay Ati Tribal Organization (Bato), whose family has been living on the land for more than 48 years, told the Inquirer that at around 6 a.m. on March 24,...


LIST: Some Malabon City roads to be closed from March 29 to 31

MANILA, Philippines — The local government of Malabon City said on Thursday that some roads in the city will be closed to traffic from March 29 to 31. According to the city, this was to give way for church activities in Holy Week. READ: Over 2,800 QC cops, enforcers tapped for Holy Week security “Upang magbigay daan sa gawain ng mga simbahang katoliko ngayong Semana Santa, pansamantalang isasarado ang ilang mga kalsada sa lungsod sa mga...


Vessel runs aground in Quezon; 181 passengers, crew rescued

LUCENA CITY — A total of 181 passengers and crew members of a roll-on-roll-off vessel which ran aground near the port of Real, Quezon were rescued Thursday morning by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). The PCG-District Southern Tagalog (PCG-DST) reported that MV Virgen De Peñafrancia II, which was about to leave the port for Polillo island off the Pacific Ocean, while maneuvering accidentally drifted into the shallow waters and consequently...


Oklahoma judge rules death row inmate not competent to be executed

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An Oklahoma judge ruled Thursday that a death row inmate is not competent to be executed for his role in the 1999 slayings of a mother and son. Pittsburg County Judge Michael Hogan issued an order in the case involving 61-year-old James Ryder in that county. “The court could go on ad nauseum discussing the irrational thought processes of Mr. Ryder, but this is not needed,” Hogan wrote in his order. “To be clear, the court...


Greek PM survives no-confidence vote over 2023 train crash

ATHENS (Reuters) -The government of Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis survived a no-confidence vote on Thursday over the handling of a train crash last year that killed 57 people, after media reports emerged this week alleging manipulation of evidence. Leftist opposition parties submitted a censure motion against the conservative government this week accusing it of "trying to hide the


Goldsmiths strikes: Union warns of ‘unprecedented unrest’ as academics vote to strike over job losses

Goldsmiths strikes: Union warns of ‘unprecedented unrest’ as academics vote to strike over job losses - Union says ‘extraordinary’ cuts threaten 130 jobs at London university


At least 45 people killed after bus plunges into South Africa ravine

An eight-year-old girl survived and was airlifted to hospital in serious condition.


Horror as rescue cat found decapitated

Animal shelter workers urge vigilance after several cats are killed "in an awful way" in Greater Manchester.


Activists sue US National Park Service over plan to remove Puerto Rico's famous stray cats

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A nonprofit organization said Thursday that it sued the U.S. National Park Service over a plan to remove Puerto Rico’s famous stray cats from a historic district in the U.S. territory. The lawsuit filed by Maryland-based Alley Cat Allies comes four months after the federal agency announced it would contract an animal welfare organization to remove an estimated 200 cats that live in an area surrounding a historic...


‘Transformative’: US Census to add Middle Eastern, North African category

Advocates have long said census count has left communities invisible, but say change is only ‘first step’.


Hungary prosecutors probe graft case tape leaked by former government insider

BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Hungarian prosecutors are investigating statements made by a former government insider alleging attempts to influence a graft case, and have heard former justice minister Judit Varga as a witness, a chief prosecutor said on Thursday. Peter Magyar, 43, a lawyer formerly close to the government who plans to launch a new party to challenge Prime Minister Viktor Orban, on Tuesday


4th person charged in ambush that helped Idaho prison inmate escape from Boise hospital

A fourth person has been charged in connection with an ambush that allowed a white supremacist Idaho prison gang member to escape as he was being discharged from a Boise hospital. Tia J. Garcia, 27, of Twin Falls, owned the car that inmate Skylar Meade and his accomplice, Nicholas Umphenour, fled in after Umphenour shot and wounded two corrections officers who were preparing to bring Meade back to prison early on March 20, Shawn Kelley, of the...


Taal logs highest amount of sulfur dioxide emission this year

MANILA, Philippines — Taal Volcano was recorded on Maundy Thursday to have the highest amount of sulfur dioxide emission this year, according to state volcanologists. As per the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology’s (Phivolcs) 4:30 p.m. report, a total of 18,638 tonnes per day of volcanic sulfur dioxide or SO2 gas emission was recorded from the volcano’s main crater, making it “the highest flux recorded this year.” READ: Taal...


Man arrested after death of Gogglebox star

Police are questioning a man after George Gilbey fell from a height while at work.


Older Florida couple found slain in their home; police believe killer stole their car

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida police are seeking the public's help in finding a car stolen from an older couple who were found shot to death in their home. Fort Lauderdale Police on Thursday reissued an all-points bulletin for a red 2014 Ford Fusion that belonged to Major Melvin, 89, and his 87-year-old wife, Claudette, who were found slain last Friday. The car's Florida license plate is LTDQ16. Police believe the killer stole the car but...


'Tories must not delay on Martyn's Law while threat of terror attacks runs high'

The UK has already seen 14 terrorist attacks since the tragic 2017 bombing at Manchester Arena - now new security proposals named after victim Martyn Hett are in danger of not being passed before the next General Election


Donald Trump calls for return to 'law and order' as he attends murdered NYPD cop's funeral

President Donald Trump arrived to attend the wake of murdered New York Police Department officer Jonathan Diller, who was shot and killed while performing his duties


Paranoid Putin: Russia's leader goes to extreme lengths to stay safe


Water bosses a 'disgrace' and Easter honours 'row'

Thames Water's financial woes, a surprises set of honours and hunger in Gaza are on Friday's front pages.


Sam Bankman-Fried Sentenced to 25 years in prison for crypto fraud

Following a highly anticipated sentencing hearing, Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of FTX, has been handed down a significant sentence for stealing billions of dollars from customers. The sentencing, announced by Judge Lewis Kaplan in a Manhattan...


China: PH is ‘straying down a dangerous path’

MANILA, Philippines — China continued to blame the Philippines and its ally, the United States, for the continued tensions in the disputed West Philippine Sea. In a statement on Thursday, Chinese Ministry of National Defense spokesperson Wu Qian warned that the Philippines is going down a dangerous path. READ: No letup in Chinese water cannon attacks “The Philippines’ harassment and provocations are the immediate cause of the recent escalation...


Post Office aware of Horizon faults during court battles, secret report shows

Post Office aware of Horizon faults during court battles, secret report shows - The Post Office knew sub-postmasters may be blameless but continued to fight them in court regardless.


Zelensky phones Mike Johnson urging 'quick passage' of stalled $60 billion Ukraine aid bill after Russia launched 'air terror' of over 1,000 missiles, drones and bombs last week

Ukrainian President Zelensky called Speaker Mike Johnson to update him on the war against Russia Thursday as Congress mulls a massive foreign aid package for the embattled nation.


Dentist chair selfie sends drug trafficker to jail

Khan Gorgulu sent the image to his partner in crime, but it was later used by police to prove his guilt.


Egg-sized hail destroys cars in eastern China

The city of Yiwu in Zhejiang Province was battered by a severe storm on Monday bringing large hailstones measuring up to two inches.


Pope, looking well, visits female prison for foot-washing ritual

By Philip Pullella ROME (Reuters) - Pope Francis looked well as he washed and kissed the feet of 12 women prisoners on Thursday at a traditional ritual on the first of four event-filled days leading to Easter for the 87-year-old pontiff. Francis travelled to Rome's Rebibbia prison, in a run-down area on Rome's outskirts, to preside at a Holy Thursday Mass for dozens of inmates, guards, chaplains


Boris Johnson allies pile pressure on Michael Gove over his 'failed' promise to scrap 'feudal' leasehold system and urge him to act on 'fleeceholds' - as Labour blast 'eviscerated shell' of Tory reforms

The Housing, Levelling Up, and Communities Secretary came under attack from ex-advisers to the former PM in the House of Lords.


Woman in 70s killed in car crash

Police say the woman died in a single-vehicle collision on the A120 in Essex.


Man who threatened to detonate bomb during California bank robbery killed by police

The man, believed to be in his 70s, walked into a Wells Fargo in Fullerton in Orange County wearing a mask on Tuesday afternoon and demanded money.


Nigel Farage suggests Reform UK could merge with the defeated Tories after the general election as ex-UKIP leader drops his strongest hint yet he will return to frontline politics

The former UKIP leader, who has since founded Reform UK, again refused to rule out another bid to become an MP despite admitting his current life is 'pretty good'.