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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


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.


'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.


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...


Chinese Defense Ministry: PH is ‘straying down a dangerous path’

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


Stay! Germany denies reports of sausage dog ban

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


'We are fully prepared,' says China on growing support for PH in sea row

MANILA, Philippines: China is "fully prepared for any emergency and will resolutely safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests," its Defense Ministry said, amid the increasing pressure from countries that have expressed support for the Philippines in its dispute with Beijing in the South China Sea. "On the South China Sea issue between China and the Philippines, we have stated our serious position multiple times. We...


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.


Immigrants killed in Baltimore bridge collapse died doing job 'others do not want to do'

By Gabriella Borter BALTIMORE (Reuters) -They came to the United States for a chance at a better life. They found work filling pot holes on a bridge in the middle of the night, and they ended up dead in the Baltimore harbor. The six victims of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse were all immigrants from Mexico and Central America, doing the kind of grueling work that many immigrants take on,


Priesthood is not monopolized but shared, bishop says at Chrism Mass

Bishop Pablo Virgilio David told priests at Thursday’s Chrism Mass at the Kalookan Cathedral that they did not receive ordination to monopolize the priesthood. “It is meaningless if it does not build the whole Church in communion and participation in the common priesthood of the faithful,” David said in his homily. The bishop went further […]


US government plans to unleash 'hunters' to KILL half a million owls in three US states to save its endangered cousin

Roughly 500,000 barred owls will be culled over the next 30 years in the Pacific Northwest to protect the endangered spotted owl. Barred owls have overtaken the spotted owl's territory.


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.


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.


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.


Strikes threat over alleged bullying at school

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


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.


Russian propaganda network that 'paid MEPs' busted

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


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...


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.


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...


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...


Jordanians protest against peace treaty with Israel in fresh rallies

By Suleiman Al-Khalidi AMMAN (Reuters) - Thousands of Jordanians rallied near the Israeli embassy on Thursday in a fifth day of large protests against Israel, calling for an end to Jordan's unpopular peace treaty with its neighbour to the west. The protesters in an affluent neighbourhood of Amman carried Palestinian flags and chanted: "They said Hamas is terrorist. All of Jordan is Hamas." "No


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


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


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...


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.


Lottery agents dare PCSO's Robles to show proof of 'scam'

A group of online lottery agents has dared Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Mel Robles to prove his accusation that the group is scamming lotto bettors. In a statement on Thursday, the Philippine Online Lottery Agents Association Inc. (POLAAi) also said they should not be blamed for the controversies hounding the PCSO under Robles' watch. “Bilang Social Media Secretary ng [POLAAi], hinahamon ko si Ginoong Robles na...


Philippines ups stakes in China row, vows countermeasures to coastguard ‘attacks’

Marcos says measures will be deliberate and reasonable China accuses Philippines of ‘treachery’ U.S defense secretary says ties with Manila ‘ironclad’ MANILA/BEIJING — The Philippines will implement countermeasures against “illegal, coercive, aggressive, and dangerous attacks” by China’s coastguard, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Thursday, upping the stakes in an escalating row in the South China Sea. The Philippines is furious over what...


Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 764

As the war enters its 764th day, these are the main developments.


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,...


America is giving Ukraine a key weapon at an important time


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...


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.


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


Man arrested after death of Gogglebox star

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


Protestors hold demonstrations supporting Gaza near Radio City

Protestors hold demonstrations supporting Gaza outside the Radio City Music Hall as President Biden attends fundraiser event in Manhattan.


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.


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


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...


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.


"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.


Waiting for Evan, Putin's 'bargaining chip' in Russian jail

It has been one year since US journalist Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Russia and accused of spying.


‘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’.


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.


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.


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


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.


Michael Gove: 'I have zero sympathy for the leadership of Thames Water'

'I have zero sympathy for them': Michael Gove on Thames Water funding crisis. The former Environment Secretary addressed the issue and said they 'must carry the can' and not pass higher bills onto consumers.


Zelenskiy tells US House speaker: Quick passage of military aid is vital

(Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told the speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday that it was vital for Congress to pass a new military aid package for Kyiv rapidly in order to maintain international unity on the conflict with Russia. Republican Speaker Mike Johnson has held up a bill for months that would supply $60 billion in military and financial aid for