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Man convicted of golf course kidnap

Tianfu Guo, 35, of no fixed address, is due to be sentenced on 25 April.

2024-04-19T15:22:41Z

Man pleads not guilty over death of premature baby

Daniel Gunter, 25, and Sophie Staddon, 20, both face a murder charge over the child's death

2024-04-19T11:07:33Z

Ukraine 'could lose on battlefield by end of 2024', warns CIA Director

CIA Director William Burns admitted yesterday that without Western support Russian autocrat Vladimir Putin may be 'in a position where he could essentially dictate the terms of a political settlement'

2024-04-19T09:06:44Z

Bloody Sunday families criticise PPS Bloody Sunday perjury decision

Regarded as one of the darkest days of the Troubles, 13 people were killed when paratroopers opened fire on a crowd taking part in a civil rights march in Londonderry on January 30, 1972.

2024-04-19T15:21:41Z

G7 powers to boost Ukraine air defences in face of Russian strikes

By Crispian Balmer and Angelo Amante CAPRI, Italy (Reuters) - G7 powers are determined to bolster Ukraine's air defences, their foreign ministers said on Friday after repeated Russian air strikes which have wrecked power infrastructure and killed hundreds. The Group of Seven major powers -- Italy, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Britain, the United States and European Union representatives --

2024-04-19T12:48:33Z

Marcos, VP Sara maintain cordial ties at PNPA event

President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte showed friendly behavior toward each other on Friday, despite First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos' admission that her relationship with the country's second-highest leader has soured. At the graduation ceremony of the Philippine National Police Academy in Silang, Cavite, the two leaders were spotted exchanging smiles before Marcos bussed Duterte on the cheek. Marcos and...

2024-04-19T14:04:03Z

The problem with Duterte’s ‘What I remember…’

He should have written it down on a table napkin and shoved it into his pocket or undershirt. But former president Rodrigo Duterte, perhaps awed by China’s lavish reception accorded him, did not. So he does not have a written record of the “gentleman’s agreement” between him and China’s President Xi Jinping as regards the Philippines’ decrepit BRP Sierra Madre, the military outpost in the Philippines’ territorial waters in the West Philippine...

2024-04-18T21:25:04Z

Western states sought to send de-escalation messages to Iran via Turkey, Western diplomat says

ANKARA (Reuters) - Western states have sought to send Iran messages via Turkey in recent days to reiterate appeals for de-escalation, a Western diplomat said on Friday. The messages were conveyed before reported Israeli attacks on Iran early on Friday, after which Tehran indicated it had no plans for further retaliation. After Iran's retaliatory attack on Israel over the weekend, Turkey's

2024-04-19T10:58:23Z

Death in Malacañang, 1930

It is probably a professional bias, but each time I open the Inquirer online, I scroll to the grayscale page that is a reproduction of page one from the past. Yesterday, the front page story of choice from April 18, 1992 was a report on 14 penitents who were crucified in Kapitangan, Pampanga, an event which draws both the curious and devout each year on Good Friday. Then there was a story on the introduction of the “sablay” at the University of...

2024-04-18T21:10:03Z

BI: 1,516 Chinese nat’ls given student visas in Cagayan in 2023

MANILA, Philippines — A total of 1,516 Chinese nationals, all endorsed by a major Philippine university, were issued student visas in Cagayan in 2023, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Friday. “However, reports received only show more than 400 Chinese nationals are on-site, as the school is said to be implementing distance learning,” the BI noted in a statement. The bureau issued this pronouncement following reports that there is an alleged...

2024-04-19T06:35:23Z

People smugglers jailed for trying to sneak 9 migrants OUT of the UK

Tarik Slimani, 47, and Italian national Driss Hasska, 54, were spotted by officers meeting at a bus stop in Kent on the evening of August 4 last year.

2024-04-19T14:21:43Z

Teacher admits manslaughter of man found in garden

Fiona Beal goes on trial, accused of murdering her partner "in cold blood".

2024-04-19T12:37:39Z

SNP told to cooperate as Sturgeon's husband Peter Murrell charged

The 59-year-old husband of former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon was taken into custody for questioning yesterday morning, more than a year after his first arrest.

2024-04-19T11:21:40Z

Further arrests after footballer's home burgled

Five people suspected of handling stolen goods are arrested following three high-value burglaries.

2024-04-19T15:08:06Z

Reaction to Israel's military response to Iran's attack on Israel

(Reuters) -Israel carried out an attack on Iranian territory on Friday, sources said, days after Iran struck Israel with a barrage of drones and missiles. Here are reactions to the Israeli military response, from official statements and postings on social media: UN SECRETARY-GENERAL ANTONIO GUTERRES: "It is high time to stop the dangerous cycle of retaliation in the Middle East. The

2024-04-19T13:48:38Z

The Opium Wars that devastated China

The Opium Wars of the mid-19th century were fought between the Western powers and the Qing dynasty, which ruled China from 1644 to 1912. Two wars took place, both fought essentially over the illegal trade of opium and the expansion of territory claimed by the British in the region. In the eyes of many scholars, the conflict marked the end of China's isolation and the beginning of modern Chinese history. But the price paid was heavy. So, what exactly were the Opium Wars? Click through for an explanation and timeline of events.

2024-01-26T11:05:04Z

Caritas Philippines renews calls to defend Manila Bay vs reclamation

The Catholic Church’s social advocacy arm rallied people to help defend Manila Bay from the ongoing reclamation projects. Caritas Philippines has warned of “far-reaching consequences” if the destruction of Manila Bay continues. Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo said its negative effects will impact everyone “from rising food costs and inflation to job losses and beyond”. “A […]

2024-04-19T10:25:38Z

Ukraine says it shot down Russian strategic bomber after strike kills nine

Russian officials says the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.

2024-04-19T11:28:28Z

Man jailed for 10 years for rape of two girls

A south Scotland man has been jailed for 10 years after being convicted of raping two young girls.

2024-04-19T11:22:31Z

Lidl worker seriously injured in store accident

An investigation is ongoing after a woman suffered what police said were "life-changing injuries".

2024-04-19T10:38:04Z

'Train station closure huge loss for me'

Great Victoria Street station will close on 10 May ahead of the move to the new Grand Central Station.

2024-04-19T11:37:45Z

These are 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.

2024-03-28T09:04:39Z

PCG to send 6 ships to ‘Balikatan’ drills with US, allies

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will send six ships for the upcoming “Balikatan” (shoulder-to-shoulder) exercises with American and other troops in Philippine and international waters starting next week. Rear Adm. Armand Balilo, PCG spokesperson, announced Thursday that the agency will join “joint interoperability exercises” with the Philippine Navy, United States, Australia, and France from April 22 to May 10. READ: Another first: PCG to...

2024-04-19T04:18:47Z

Father and son nabbed for illegal sale of firearms in Antipolo

A man and his son were nabbed in Antipolo City for the alleged illegal sale of firearms and ammunition in their car repair shop. According to Emil Sumangil’s exclusive “24 Oras” report on Friday, the Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) raided the establishment after receiving information the suspects were selling firearms for P5,000. Recovered from the shop were 13 firearms and around 220 live rounds...

2024-04-19T13:13:28Z

Man accused of 80-year-old's murder appears in court

Jonathan Moore is accused of murdering Henry Mayo at a retirement complex in Cheltenham.

2024-04-19T11:07:40Z

Police looking at BBC's council leader abuse claims

The BBC heard accounts from women who had relationships with Jonathan Nunn between 1990 and 2013.

2024-04-19T13:37:43Z

Woman, 27, killed after lying in road at night

A young mother was lying on an unlit road at night when she was hit by a car and killed, an inquest hears.

2024-04-19T11:52:39Z

Alleged murder victim 'knew about husband's affair'

Carol Morgan told her cousin about the affair in a phone call, a trial hears.

2024-04-19T13:37:41Z

Cagayan schools: ‘Baseless’ to say Chinese students threaten PH security

MANILA, Philippines — Universities and colleges in Tuguegarao City branded as “baseless” and considered “deeply offensive” insinuations that the presence of Chinese students in the city poses a threat to national security. The Medical Colleges of the Northern Philippines (MCNP), University of Cagayan Valley (UCV), University of Saint Louis Tuguegarao (USLT), and Saint Paul University Philippines (SPUP) even called the innuendos as a “blatant...

2024-04-19T03:35:16Z

Inauguration of PCMC’s new equipment, facilities held

Inauguration of PCMC’s new equipment, facilities held

2024-04-19T15:05:46Z

French police detain intruder at Iranian consulate in Paris

French authorities Friday detained a man suspected of entering the Iranian consulate in Paris and claiming to be carrying explosives, police and prosecutors said. A police source earlier told AFP that the mission called in law enforcement after a witness saw "a man enter carrying a grenade or an explosive belt".

2024-04-19T13:30:05Z

Russia doesn’t have capability to knock Ukraine out of war: Ex-US commander

Ben Hodges, who led US forces in Europe, says Western powers should overcome their fears of supporting Ukraine.

2024-04-19T10:28:17Z

Italian activist jailed in Hungary to run for EU elections in June

MILAN (Reuters) - An Italian anti-fascist activist held in Hungary for allegedly assaulting far-right militants will be a candidate for a left-wing party at European elections in June, possibly putting an end to her detention. Ilaria Salis, a 39-year-old teacher, has been in a Hungarian jail for more than a year in a case that drew outrage in Italy in February when she was led into a court

2024-04-19T14:38:35Z

Jim'll Fix It fan guilty of causing home explosion

Haydon told police he was "obsessed with all kinds of weaponry, explosives in particular".

2024-04-19T12:07:38Z

Mother of murdered Anthony Walker made MBE

Gee Walker pays tribute to the people of Liverpool as she is made MBE at Buckingham Palace.

2024-04-19T14:37:45Z

Man burned in suspected corrosive substance attack

A woman in her 40s is being questioned after the late-night incident in York.

2024-04-19T11:07:29Z

Has Israel attacked Iran’s Isfahan province? What we know so far

Iran deployed air defence batteries to intercept three drones, raising concerns of a confrontation with Israel.

2024-04-19T13:12:22Z

Tesco 'vetting' customers on CCTV over shoplifting

Doors are locked at the store at certain times and customers viewed on CCTV before being allowed in.

2024-04-19T14:52:47Z

G7 countries slam Chinese firms’ support for Russia’s defence industry

Ministers say transfer of weapons components is enabling Russia to ‘reconstitute and revitalise’ its defence production.

2024-04-19T14:28:45Z

Day centre which was closed 'unlawfully' reopens

Campaigners are welcoming the service's return in Hawick more than four years after it was closed.

2024-04-19T14:08:12Z

Woman in her 70s dies in Londonderry crash

The collision involving two cars occurred on the Limavady Road on Thursday afternoon.

2024-04-19T10:37:36Z

Dela Rosa hits China’s ‘hyping up’ remark: Buti sana kung mabait sila

MANILA, Philippines— China has no right to dictate to Filipinos, especially those who questioned the influx of Chinese students in Cagayan province, Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa said on Friday. According to the former police chief, it is only normal for Filipinos to cast doubt on China, considering its actions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). “Alam mo, dapat ang ayusin nila muna yung mga actions nila, para hindi magiging kaduda-duda on our...

2024-04-19T05:35:19Z

Kenya mourns defence chief killed in helicopter crash

Kenya began three days of mourning on Friday after its defence chief and nine other senior officers were killed in a helicopter crash, the latest military accident involving a high-profile figure. Ogolla is among a number of high-profile victims of air accidents in Kenya.

2024-04-19T10:23:47Z

Plans lodged to demolish student accommodation site

The Newcastle University student housing block in Spital Tongues dates back to the 1960s.

2024-04-19T14:52:39Z

2 children found dead hugging each other in Cavite fire

Two children tragically lost their lives after they were trapped inside their burning house in Silang, Cavite on Thursday. The victims, aged 3 and 4, were found hugging each other when their remains were recovered in Barangay Biluso, according to a report on “24 Oras” on Friday. An investigation showed the mother briefly left the siblings to gather wood but when she returned, their house was already engulfed in flames. The fire also gutted a...

2024-04-19T14:13:29Z

Death threats reported days before mother stabbed

The IOPC says officers received reports of threats against Kulsuma Akter before she was killed.

2024-04-19T10:07:33Z

Two rescued after yacht runs aground off Sussex

Two people rescued are not thought to be injured following incident on Friday morning.

2024-04-19T14:38:14Z

Police arrest man in Paris Iran consulate incident, threatened to blow himself up

French police arrested a man who had threatened to blow himself up at Iran's consulate in Paris, police said on Friday. A police source had told Reuters the man was seen at about 11 am entering the consulate, carrying what appeared to be a grenade and explosive vest. The man exited the consulate and was being searched by special police forces and w...

2024-04-19T12:17:10Z

Angels’ Walk for Autism in Cebu returns to SM Seaside April 21

CEBU CITY – Philippines — The annual Angels’ Walk for Autism will be held in Cebu on Sunday (April 21. 2024) at SM Seaside, South Road Properties, Cebu City, simultaneous with other Angels’ Walks in Metro Manila (Mall of Asia Arena), Iloilo, Davao, and Bacolod. Assembly of all participants is at the SM Seaside Mountain Wing Main Lobby (9:45 AM to 10:30 AM), followed by the Angels Walk through the mall (10:30 AM to 11:00 AM), and the Program...

2024-04-19T07:03:28Z

China embassy: Issue vs Sino students reeks of ‘McCaRthyism’

The Chinese Embassy in Manila has accused Filipino politicians who are linking the influx of Chinese students in Cagayan province to the West Philippine Sea dispute of “inciting suspicion and hatred of China.” Without elaborating, it attributed the presence of the Chinese students in the country to “education exchanges and cooperation” between Manila and Beijing that had been “growing fast” in recent years. READ: Some Chinese students in Cagayan...

2024-04-18T21:35:10Z