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Ex-mayor admits having indecent images of children

Terry Judkins spoke only to confirm his name and pleas when he appeared in court.

2024-05-10T15:49:26Z

Mali talks propose junta rule for three more years

BAMAKO (Reuters) - Participants in Mali's national dialogue on Friday recommended extending the military-led transition to democracy by three years and allowing junta leader Assimi Goita to stand in the eventual election. The West African country has been under military rule since a coup in 2020, and tensions have risen over the junta's failure to stick to a promised timeline for the return to

2024-05-10T21:46:39Z

Strip search for visitors of inmates halted by BuCor

The Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) ordered a halt to the strip and cavity searches for visitors of persons deprived of liberty (PDL) on all prisons and penal farms as investigations are being conducted. BuCor Director General Gregorio Catapang Jr. issued a memorandum to all superintendents to "immediately stop the conduct of such searches until further notice." A review of the policy is also being undertaken, Catapang said. “The investigation is...

2024-05-10T19:01:14Z

Hamas senior official says group wants real hostages/prisoners deal, but Netanyahu wants war to continue

CAIRO (Reuters) -Hamas wants calmness and a real hostages-for-prisoners swap deal, but Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants the war to continue, Hamas senior official Khalil Al-Hayya said on Friday. "Hamas did not suspend nor withdraw from the (ceasefire)negotiations; the occupation turned against the mediators’ proposal," Al-Hayya added in comments to Al Araby TV published by Hamas.

2024-05-10T20:11:35Z

Just Stop Oil pair guilty over Crucible protest

Eddie Whittingham and Margaret Reid are found guilty following a one-day trial in Sheffield.

2024-05-10T17:19:36Z

Attempted murder charges over 2023 shooting

The two men were arrested and charged after flying back into the UK.

2024-05-10T15:04:24Z

Drink-driver's sentence for death crash 'an insult'

Kaylan Hippsley's family call his killer's less than seven-year sentence "disgusting".

2024-05-10T22:06:02Z

Video shows police dog finding hidden cash that helped convict five over Barnet murder

Video shows police dog finding hidden cash that helped convict five over Barnet murder - Olsi Kuka was killed in a vicious attack by men who ransacked his home looking for drugs and money

2024-05-10T15:55:16Z

Ex-I.Coast leader Gbagbo candidate for vote he is banned from

Former Ivory Coast president Laurent Gbagbo was named on Friday as his party's candidate for a 2025 presidential election even though he is banned from running because of a 20-year jail term. His African Peoples' Party-Ivory Coast (PPA-CI) still named him their candidate on Friday.

2024-05-10T21:23:00Z

Third week of evidence wraps at Trump's criminal trial

Donald Trump's New York criminal trial wrapped up its third week of evidence Friday following bombshell testimony from the adult film star at the heart of the case. The completion of Daniels' marathon testimony and cross-examination this week clears the way for prosecutors to call Cohen, their remaining star witness, who is expected to take the stand on Monday.

2024-05-10T14:15:39Z

INQToday: Allies’ commitment to free, open WPS big deal for PH – Marcos

Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories: Marcos: No reports of ouster plot among active PNP, AFP officials President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the government has not received any reports of destabilization plots against him among active police and military officials, adding that discontent may be within the retired personnel. In an ambush interview on Friday in General Santos City, Marcos said they have not monitored any movement among...

2024-05-10T11:03:23Z

'Gave his youth for us': Hundreds mourn iconic Ukrainian soldier

In a cathedral in the central Ukrainian city of Vinnytsya in front of hundreds of mourners, Nazary Gryntsevych's mother and girlfriend rested their heads on the side of his open coffin. His mother, whose long blond hair was covered by a black lace scarf, rested her face on the side of his open coffin.

2024-05-10T19:17:34Z

Año wants expulsion of Chinese diplomats over ‘malign influence and interference operations’

Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo Año calls on the foreign affairs department to ‘take appropriate action,’ after diplomats from the Chinese embassy claimed to possess a recording of a phone call with a Philippine naval officer. Full story: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/ano-wants-expulsion-chinese-diplomats-malign-influence-interference-operations/

2024-05-10T15:43:10Z

Mad cow disease is found on British farm for the first time in 3 years

An investigation is underway after a case of mad cow disease was discovered in Ayrshire, Scotland. It is the first known case in Britain since 2021.

2024-05-10T14:38:25Z

Oklahoma death row inmate who killed a bank guard is incompetent for execution, judge says

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An Oklahoma judge has ruled that a death row inmate is incompetent to be executed after the prisoner received mental evaluations by psychologists for both defense attorneys and state prosecutors. Pittsburg County District Judge Tim Mills wrote Thursday that both psychologists found that Wade Greely Lay, 63, lacks a “rational understanding” of why he is to be executed. “Given Mr. Lay's present state of incompetence, the court...

2024-05-10T14:33:24Z

Migrants flash hand signs as they leave on bus from Dover

Groups of people in orange life jackets were brought ashore at Dover docks in Kent after being picked up at sea, taking the number to be intercepted so far this year to 9,037.

2024-05-10T19:38:42Z

US says Israel's use of weapons may have violated international law

By Humeyra Pamuk and Simon Lewis WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Biden administration on Friday said Israel's use of U.S.-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in Gaza, a major step up in criticism of its key ally. But the administration also said that due to the chaos of the war in Gaza it could not verify specific instances where use of those

2024-05-10T23:06:44Z

Hamas says Gaza ceasefire efforts are back at square one

By Nidal al-Mughrabi CAIRO (Reuters) -The Palestinian militant group Hamas said on Friday that efforts to find a Gaza Strip truce deal were back at square one after Israel effectively spurned a plan from international mediators, and the White House said it was trying to keep the sides engaged "if only virtually." Hamas said in a statement it would consult with other Palestinian factions on its

2024-05-10T22:01:48Z

Couple accused of murder plot asked friend for help

A trial witness says she was "appalled" when the pair suggested killing the woman in a car crash.

2024-05-10T14:04:34Z

Officer struck and discriminated against Polish man

A misconduct panel is told Sgt Wyss shouted, swore and discriminated against the arrested man.

2024-05-10T20:05:02Z

"We have to take back Finland, Poland, the Baltic States, Alaska…"

On the Russian television station Russia 1, the pro-Putin propagandists were having a field day. The comments made by the Soloviev gang are a direct threat to Russia's neighbours. Vladimir Soloviev is one of the faces of the Russian regime's disinformation and propaganda, particularly since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. And on his show he asserted: "We need to reclaim a lot more historic land, restore historical fairness... Finland, the Baltic...

2024-05-10T16:52:44Z

Six years for prisoner who ran drugs gang from cell

HMP Grampian prisoner Martin Knight was said to be linked to drugs worth more than £900,000.

2024-05-10T15:19:20Z

‘Balikatan gives pause to adversaries of open Pacific’

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines and the United States officially ended yesterday the 39th joint Balikatan military exercises, which they called a success, as the event had attracted other allies and delivered a warning to those standing in the way of a free and open Indo-Pacific. While both the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the US military had repeatedly insisted that the 18-day exercises were not directed at any country, China...

2024-05-10T16:38:53Z

One of four Pinoy seafarers held by Iran freed

MANILA, Philippines — One of the four Filipino seafarers being held by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards has been released, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said yesterday. Efforts to have the remaining three freed continue with the help of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and other nations providing assistance. “The Philippines welcomes the good news that one of the four Filipino seamen at the MSC Aries has been released and is arriving...

2024-05-10T16:38:50Z

Bogus car dealership gang stole 91 identities

Ringleader Shahid Mohammad and other members from Derby and Birmingham tried to steal more than £800,000.

2024-05-10T18:49:57Z

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un inspects artillery weapon system, attends test firing, KCNA says

SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Friday inspected the country's artillery weapon system and attended the test-firing of such weapons, the North's state media KCNA news agency reported on Saturday. The KCNA report said Kim learned about the technically updated version of the 240 mm multiple rocket launcher system and watched the test-fire of controllable shells for multiple

2024-05-10T22:01:45Z

No need for loyalty checks among police, military – President Marcos

MANILA, Philippines — Amid claims of destabilization plots against his administration, President Marcos does not see the need to conduct loyalty checks among the active members of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). In an interview in General Santos City on Friday, the President expressed his trust and confidence in the PNP and the AFP. “I don’t see… we don’t have any reports in the ranks. Those who...

2024-05-10T16:38:51Z

First women priests were moment of hope - bishop

The Bishop of Dover will celebrate the anniversary at a service at Canterbury Cathedral.

2024-05-10T16:05:08Z

Man jailed after recording murder trial on phone

A man has been jailed after he was found to have been recording a murder trial on his mobile phone.

2024-05-10T16:04:36Z

Jardeleza: There’s way to make China pay for WPS damage

MANILA, Philippines — Retired Supreme Court Justice Francis Jardeleza on Friday suggested a mechanism for the Philippine government to make China pay for the damage it caused to Filipinos and areas in the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone. In a radio interview, Jardeleza said it can only be done once the Philippines files a follow-up arbitration case against China — this time to claim damages. READ: File new arbitration case vs China But if...

2024-05-10T12:26:49Z

Peruvian president's brother arrested in Rolex scandal probe

By Marco Aquino LIMA (Reuters) - Peruvian police detained President Dina Boluarte's brother and lawyer on Friday amid a probe into alleged influence peddling and illicit enrichment that stems from questions about how she got several Rolex watches and pricey designer jewelry seemingly at odds with her modest public salary. Authorities searched over 20 properties, including the Lima home of

2024-05-10T20:11:38Z

Three killed as bus falls into river in Russia's St Petersburg

ST PETERSBURG, Russia (Reuters) -Three bus passengers died and six others were undergoing urgent treatment in hospital after their bus careered off a bridge and into the Moika river in the Russian city of St Petersburg on Friday, the local department of the emergencies ministry said. Four of the six were unconscious and the other two were in a serious condition, the ministry said, adding that a

2024-05-10T16:20:52Z

Manalo meets Canadian counterpart

FOREIGN Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo met with Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly on Wednesday, in Ottawa, during the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Canada. The two officials discussed their nations' shared priorities, such as defense and security cooperation, maritime affairs, climate action, human rights and economic resilience. Joly has provided an update on the delivery of...

2024-05-10T16:15:03Z

Russian attack forces frustrated, hungry residents from Ukraine border town

By Vitalii Hnidyi NEAR VOVCHANSK, Ukraine (Reuters) - Residents of a Ukrainian border town, frustrated and angry at an armoured ground attack by Russian troops trying to secure a new foothold, were evacuated from their homes on Friday with an uncertain future ahead. Officials brought together dozens of inhabitants of Vovchansk and surrounding villages during breaks in the fighting and took them

2024-05-10T23:52:05Z

HEADLINES: Marcos: No report PNP plotting a coup | May 11, 2024

Good day. Here are the stories for The Manila Times for Saturday, May 11, 2024. Today's episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines' leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. READ: Marcos: No report PNP plotting a coup PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday said he has not received any reports that active senior officers of the Philippine National Police (PNP) were planning to...

2024-05-10T16:07:45Z

Family connected to house where Boston police officer's body was found outside in snow testifies

DEDHAM, Mass. (AP) — A highly anticipated trial involving a woman accused of striking her Boston police officer boyfriend with her SUV and leaving him for dead in a snowbank outside a home entered its ninth day on Friday in Massachusetts. John O’Keefe died in the Boston suburb of Canton on Jan. 29, 2022. The case has garnered national attention because the defense alleges that state and local law enforcement officials framed girlfriend Karen...

2024-05-10T21:55:03Z

PCG sees signs of possible island – building in Escoda Shoal

MANILA, Philippines — Crushed corals were dumped in Escoda (Sabina) Shoal in a development that could be a prelude to the emergence of an artificial island there. Commodore Jay Tarriela, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, said this was learned during the deployment of BRP Teresa Magbanua in the area. Tarriela said the deployment was done after Jonathan Anticamara of the University of the Philippines Institute of...

2024-05-10T15:11:53Z

Mother 'violated' by 'wrongful arrest' - court

PC Perry Lathwood is charged with assaulting Jocelyn Agyemang during an arrest in Croydon.

2024-05-10T13:19:18Z

Man jailed for running drug line from prison

Nathan Henshall, 32, had access to a mobile phone while imprisoned at HMP Oakwood

2024-05-10T14:49:45Z

Mozambique's president says northern town under Islamist attack

MAPUTO (Reuters) -Mozambique's army is fighting Islamist insurgents who launched a major attack on the northern town of Macomia on Friday morning, President Filipe Nyusi said in a televised address. The town is in Cabo Delgado, a gas-rich northern province where Islamic State-linked militants launched an insurgency in 2017. Despite a large security response, there has been a surge in attacks

2024-05-10T13:55:44Z

DepEd, Tesda sign agreement TVET in SHS

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Technical Education And Skills Development Authority (Tesda) signed two joint memorandum circulars (JMC) on Friday for the integration of technical skills among senior high school students in the country. The first JMC will establish an assessment process and a certification procedure for senior high school students under the technical and vocational livelihood (TVL) track....

2024-05-10T14:33:24Z

DFA to tighten tourist visa rules for Chinese nationals

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) plans to make tourist visa rules stricter for Chinese nationals to prevent exploitation by syndicates involved in illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos). Foreign Undersecretary Jesus Domingo announced this at a news briefing on Thursday, stating that the new requirements will be enforced starting this week. These include requiring tourist visa applicants to present social security documents...

2024-05-10T05:50:51Z

Russia's glide bombs are almost impossible for Ukraine to stop

Glide bombs are the latest weapon Russia is using in its war on Ukraine. By strapping wings and GPS kits to Soviet bombs weighing up to 1.5 tons, Putin's warplanes are now able to demolish Ukrainian defences and help their troops advance.

2024-05-10T15:45:56Z

US giving Ukraine $400 mn in new military aid

The United States on Friday announced a new $400 million military aid package for Kyiv as Russia launched a ground offensive in northeast Ukraine. The package was announced on the same day that Russia upped the pressure on Kyiv with a ground offensive into Ukraine's Kharkiv region.

2024-05-10T17:22:59Z

Arrest after man nailed to fence in Bushmills

A 37-year-old man is detained under the Terrorism Act after nails were driven through victim's hands.

2024-05-10T13:34:26Z

UK Labour leader promises to 'smash the gangs' to tackle small boats crossings

LONDON (Reuters) -British opposition leader Keir Starmer pledged on Friday to "smash the gangs" who bring asylum seekers to Britain in boats, saying a Labour government would hire hundreds of enforcement officials and use counterterrorism powers to target them. Accusing the Conservative government of "gesture politics" and rubbishing its plans to send asylum seekers to Rwanda as a waste of money,

2024-05-10T17:44:59Z

WPS ‘new model’ recording may be aimed at distracting public – solons

MANILA, Philippines — Claims that conversations between Chinese and Philippine officials regarding the West Philippine Sea (WPS) were wiretapped may have been meant to distract the public, several members of the House of Representatives said. In a press briefing, Tingog party-list Rep. Jude Acidre wondered why claims of a new model agreement on the Ayungin Shoal — and Philippine officials agreeing to it supposedly being recorded without their...

2024-05-10T14:48:24Z

President Marcos: Ex-PDEA agent professional liar, jukebox

MANILA, Philippines — Breaking his silence, President Marcos yesterday branded former Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) agent Jonathan Morales, who linked him to illegal drugs, as a “professional liar” and likened him to a jukebox that would play any song for a fee. Marcos questioned Morales’ credibility, noting that the person had many court cases, including false testimonies, and complaints for implicating innocent people. “It’s hard...

2024-05-10T16:38:50Z

Keir Starmer vows to scrap Rwanda scheme on first day as PM as he blasts 'absolute waste of money'

Labour leader Keir Starmer said that instead of 'throwing good money after bad' by continuing with the Rwanda flights he'd spend the money on smashing the smuggling gangs

2024-05-10T14:02:57Z

Albayalde on ICC arrest: My conscience is clear

MANILA, Philippines — Stressing that his conscience is clear, former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Oscar Albayalde said he is ready to face investigation in the previous administration’s war on drugs, but maintained that it should not be by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Albayalde said on Friday that he would cooperate if the Department of Justice (DOJ) would summon him, but not if it is the ICC, which he stressed has no...

2024-05-10T16:38:54Z