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UN experts say Russia violated international law by imprisoning Wall Street Journal reporter

GENEVA (AP) — United Nations human rights experts say Russia violated international law by imprisoning Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and should release him “immediately.” The Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, made up of independent experts convened by the U.N.’s top human rights body, said there was a “striking lack of any factual or legal substantiation” for spying charges leveled against Gershkovich, 32. The five-member...

2024-07-02T16:57:50Z

Israeli minister: stopping Gaza war now would be folly

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Monday it would be a huge mistake to stop Israel's military offensive in Gaza now. Smotrich, who heads a pro-settler party which is part of Prime Minister Netanyahu's governing coalition, made the comment as Israeli officials continued talks via mediators about a possible ceasefire deal with Palestinian militant group Hamas.

2024-07-08T08:38:19Z

UK PM Sunak concedes election defeat, says Labour has won

LONDON (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak conceded defeat in the national election on Friday, saying the opposition Labour Party had won. "The Labour Party has won this general election and I have called Sir Keir Starmer to congratulate him on his victory," Sunak said after winning his parliamentary seat in northern England. "Today, power will change hands in a peaceful and orderly

2024-07-05T08:15:17Z

Mother relives moment she realised her son Jack O'Sullivan was missing

Catherine O'Sullivan's son - who was 22 when he vanished - has not been seen since he went to a house party in Bristol on March 2 - some 18 weeks ago.

2024-07-06T14:06:19Z

Will NATO disappoint Ukraine again in Washington?

When NATO leaders welcome Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to their summit in Washington this week, they will reaffirm that Kyiv will one day become a member and vow to keep arming its troops. But in Kyiv there is an acceptance that the Washington summit will not bring the country any closer towards NATO membership.

2024-07-08T06:01:10Z

Who could replace Rishi Sunak as party leader?

The Conservatives will need to choose a new leader when the former PM stands down.

2024-07-06T14:43:05Z

Judge says Nashville school shooter's writings can't be released as victims' families have copyright

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The writings of the person who killed three 9-year-olds and three adults at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville last year cannot be released to the public, a judge ruled. Chancery Court Judge I’Ashea Myles found that The Covenant School children and parents hold the copyright to any writings or other works created by shooter Audrey Hale, a former student who was killed by police. As part of the effort to...

2024-07-05T14:09:03Z

Dire warning an unstoppable contagion is about to take off

Health authorities have warned an unstoppable contagion could spread in one Aussie state in a matter of days, and revealed how residents can remain safe.

2024-07-07T02:53:08Z

Former UK PM Liz Truss loses her seat at election

LONDON (Reuters) - Former British prime minister Liz Truss, who became the country's shortest-serving leader ever when she sparked a bond market meltdown and a collapse in sterling, lost her parliamentary seat in the election on Friday. Truss secured 11,217 votes in her South West Norfolk constituency in eastern England, behind 11,847 votes for Labour candidate Terry Jermy. Taking over from the

2024-07-05T06:14:54Z

Marcos revokes policy granting CES rank to NDCP grads

MANILA, Philippines — President Marcos has revoked the policy granting career executive service (CES) rank to graduates of the National Defense College of the Philippines (NDCP), months after it was suspended to determine if its goals are in line with existing rules. The policy conferring CES eligibility and rank to graduates of the NDCP’s Master in National Security Administration (MNSA) program was scrapped through Executive Order (EO) 63,...

2024-07-06T16:31:52Z

PH, China renew commitment vs Pogo-related crimes

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine and Chinese governments renewed their commitment to work together in combating crimes linked to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogos), the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) said on Tuesday. The PAOCC made the pronouncement after a meeting between its chairperson Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian on Monday, July 1. According to...

2024-07-02T08:58:42Z

Road blocked due to vehicle fire and crash

Traffic is queuing on the A3044 Stanwell Moor Road.

2024-07-03T08:44:38Z

Renowned oceanographer visits PH to advocate Verde Island Passage protection

MANILA, Philippines — Renowned oceanographer and conservationist Dr. Sylvia Earle visited the Philippines last month to advocate the protection of the Verde Island Passage (VIP)—the world’s “center of the center” of marine shore fish biodiversity. In a statement on Saturday, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said that Earle personally dived into the VIP alongside other marine experts to observe the condition of the...

2024-07-06T13:00:06Z

How much is Rishi Sunak worth? The wealth of the UK’s richest prime minister ever

How much is Rishi Sunak worth? The wealth of the UK’s richest prime minister ever - Sunak has rejected claims his huge wealth makes him out of touch with voters

2024-05-23T07:43:29Z

‘Guo as state witness? Only if she tags someone higher’

MANILA, Philippines — Suspended Mayor Alice Guo of Bamban, Tarlac might be considered a state witness if she would spill the beans on those higher than her in the heirarchy of the illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) hub in her hometown. Winston John Casio, spokesman for the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC), made the statement yesterday as he stressed that any state witness should be the least guilty in the...

2024-07-06T16:31:57Z

Cops probe new theory in mystery death of dad found with bite marks in Magaluf

Father-of-four Michael Grant was on holiday with his family when he was found collapsed in the early hours of Monday morning close to the popular Punta Ballena strip

2024-07-04T10:19:35Z

Man sentenced after five people injured in crash

Norman Chai, 66, from Woking in Surrey, was sentenced to two years in jail, suspended for two years.

2024-07-03T17:01:00Z

British, 18, 'accuses UK holidaymaker of raping her in Ayia Napa'

The 18-year-old woman went to Cypriot police and told them that she woke up in the bed of the man, who is reported to be 19 years old.

2024-07-08T08:43:04Z

Man aiming to run 62 ultramarathons in 62 days around England

Man aiming to run 62 ultramarathons in 62 days around England - Frank Wainwright aims to cover 2,000 miles.

2024-07-08T07:17:38Z

She accused Assange of sexual assault, but is glad he’s now free

Anna Ardin accused Julian Assange of sexual assault - but is pleased he has been freed from jail.

2024-07-06T23:14:04Z

India's lawyers, activists protest against new criminal laws

By Arpan Chaturvedi NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Indian lawyers and activists are urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to put on hold three sets of new criminal laws, arguing they will increase litigation in an already overburdened justice system and give excessive powers to police. India this month replaced its criminal justice system - the Indian Penal Code of 1860, the 1973 Code of

2024-07-08T10:48:43Z

Anger over £26,000 taxpayer-funded allowance handed to shipyard boss

The interim boss of a nationalised shipyard has been handed a £26,000 hotel and subsistence allowance after being flown in from Canada to take up the post.

2024-07-03T21:25:22Z

Kenya police use tear gas to disperse crowds after call for more demonstrations

By Aaron Ross and Jefferson Kahinju NAIROBI (Reuters) -Riot police used tear gas to disperse protesters in Kenya's capital Nairobi on Tuesday and demonstrations took place in other towns, after young activists called for more protests following a week of clashes in which dozens died. Reuters journalists saw clouds of tear gas on a main road through central Nairobi before midday, where riot

2024-07-02T10:49:52Z

Tories mull next steps after election drubbing

The party's historic defeat has already triggered a debate about whether it should move to the right.

2024-07-06T10:57:30Z

Hungary's Orban arrives in Moscow to meet Putin, drawing EU rebukes

BUDAPEST (Reuters) -Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, drawing rebukes from fellow EU leaders and a warning that he did not speak for the European Union. Hungary assumed the six-month rotating presidency of the bloc on Monday. Five days in and Orban has visited Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv and formed the "

2024-07-05T10:11:37Z

Traitors

NBI Director Jaime Santiago told the Senate that “When we checked the fingerprints of Guo Hua Ping and compared it with Alice Leal Guo, we found it to be similar. One and the same person.” Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian earlier presented documents of Guo Hua Ping entering the Philippines on Jan. 12, 2003, when she was still 13 years old. The Bamban mayor has presented a birth certificate filed when she was 16 years old. The NBI director said the...

2024-07-04T16:39:00Z

France's Macron sees off far-right threat but dilutes his power

By Michel Rose PARIS (Reuters) - President Emmanuel Macron may have seen off the threat of France's far right, but he now faces a frustrating final three years in office after gambling away much of his political power in an election that has left France with a chaotic hung parliament. Rolling the dice after Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) humbled his own party in June's presidential election

2024-07-08T12:49:09Z

Group wants probe on Mandanas over profiteering claims

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Movement for Climate Justice (PMCJ) called for an investigation into Batangas Gov. Hermilando Mandanas for "profiteering" on liquefied natural gas (LNG) development in the province. "We are calling for an in-depth investigation by the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO) to confirm Gov. Mandanas's involvement in the LNG business," the group said in a statement on Tuesday. PMCJ's call for an investigation came...

2024-07-02T05:40:15Z

Nueva Vizcaya to provide P50k to couples married for 50 years

The local government of Nueva Vizcaya will be providing P50,000 as incentive for couples married for 50 years or more. According to their Ordinance 2024-248 or the “Nueva Vizcaya Enduring Devotion Award Ordinance,” couples who have reached their 50th wedding anniversary will be receiving P50,000 cash, in addition to a plaque of recognition and letter of felicitation from the Governor. Nueva Vizcaya Board Member Patricio Dumlao posted a copy of...

2024-07-05T17:08:56Z

PH, Korea agree to more flight seats a week between Manila, Incheon

The Philippines and Korea have signed a memorandum of understanding on increasing the weekly seat capacity from Manila to Incheon and vice versa, by 10,000 from the present 20,000 to 30,000, the Department of Transportation has said. The MOU also imposes no limits on flights from Manila to all other points in Korea as well as flights from points outside Manila to all points in Korea. The DOTr said the increase in capacity would be felt by the...

2024-07-08T11:01:57Z

BARMM polls: 16 political, 1,500 sectoral orgs seek accreditation

MANILA, Philippines — The first-ever parliamentary election in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) next year has encouraged 16 regional political parties and around 1,500 sectoral groups to seek accreditation from the Commission on Elections (Comelec). The poll body announced Tuesday the number of organizations who have filed petitions for registration and accreditation as the list-up for regional political and sectoral...

2024-07-02T09:34:31Z

Biggest-ever gap between number of votes and MPs hits Reform and Greens

Labour's win is the most disproportionate on record, BBC Verify finds, as parties call for change.

2024-07-05T15:24:08Z

As far as Brazil, China, and India: The fascinating history of the Portuguese era of exploration

Portugal was an incredible sea power during the 15th and 16th centuries, and they traveled all over the world, gaining new trade routes and exploring unfamiliar territory. Maritime expeditions to far-flung places saw intrepid mariners sail uncharted waters to reach these unmapped lands. But do you know where they ended up? Browse the following gallery and learn more about this adventurous time in Portuguese history.

2024-04-11T10:05:29Z

PH, China seek de-escalation of tensions in WPS

The Philippines and China sought Tuesday to de-escalate and manage disputes in the West Philippine Sea amid the spike of violent confrontations between the two sides, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said. In a statement, the DFA said a bilateral meeting was held in Manila—the second for this year since January 17—where the two countries discussed the situation in the disputed waters, including the June 17 incident where Chinese Coast...

2024-07-02T13:10:04Z

Tear gas, stones and flames as Kenya protesters say 'Ruto must go!'

By Jefferson Kahinju and Dicksy O'Biero NAIROBI/MOMBASA (Reuters) -Riot police fired tear gas grenades and charged at stone-throwing protesters in downtown Nairobi and across Kenya on Tuesday in the most widespread unrest since at least two dozen protesters died in clashes a week ago. The nationwide demonstrations signalled that President William Ruto had failed to appease a spontaneous youth

2024-07-02T22:21:47Z

'Guo family abused PH's late birth registration process'

MANILA, Philippines — Mayor Alice Guo's family allegedly abused the country's late birth registration process to claim Filipino citizenship falsely, a senator said on Wednesday. Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian made this pronouncement after discovering that other members of the Guo family also used dual passports, Chinese and Filipino passports interchangeably in their travels. "The NBI's role in this investigation is crucial. The evidence from the...

2024-07-03T15:45:52Z

Locals hit out at 'disgusting' rubbish-laden roads

Viktorija Janusanyte in Benwell, Newcastle, says she is embarrassed about where she lives.

2024-07-04T05:33:15Z

UK's Labour sweeps to power as leader Starmer vows to bring change

By Andrew MacAskill, Elizabeth Piper and Alistair Smout LONDON (Reuters) - Keir Starmer vowed to bring change to Britain as its next prime minister after his Labour Party surged to a comprehensive win in a parliamentary election on Friday, ending 14 years of often tumultuous Conservative government. The centre-left Labour was set to win a massive majority in the 650-seat parliament with Rishi

2024-07-05T05:19:52Z

What makes the Suez Canal such a strategic waterway?

The Suez Canal is a linchpin in the world's global trade network. It links Europe to the Middle East and Asia, connecting the Mediterranean and Red Seas, and increases the capacity for trade from the Indian Ocean. As Houthi rebels step up their attacks on maritime vessels in the Red Sea, the importance of the route to the stability of international trade has been highlighted. Intrigued? Click on to discover more about this vital artery of naval shipping.

2023-12-29T09:05:43Z

Dozens killed in attack on village in central Mali

Mali has been plagued by al-Qaeda-linked and ethnically based armed groups, but forced out UN peacekeepers.

2024-07-03T13:57:32Z

Deadly landslide hits illegal gold mine in Indonesia

Rescue team deployed to remote region on Sulawesi island to search for the missing.

2024-07-08T10:53:51Z

'We don't want children annoying our pub diners'

Landlords at The Chequers say they do not want children "annoying diners", or "using the table as a drum".

2024-07-02T06:10:29Z

Alleged rebel slain in Sorsogon clash

LEGAZPI CITY — An alleged rebel was killed in a clash Tuesday between government troops and members of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Juban town in Sorsogon. In a belated report on Wednesday, July 3, Major Frank Roldan, spokesperson of the 9th Infantry Division of the Philippine Army, said the 22nd Infantry Battalion had a 30-minute firefight with three NPA rebels in Barangay Biriran at 5:20 a.m. Roldan said the slain rebel was still...

2024-07-03T04:37:35Z

Former Missouri prison guards plead not guilty to murder in death of Black man

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Four former Missouri guards have pleaded not guilty to murder in the death of a Black man in prison, and a fifth has pleaded not guilty to accessory to involuntary manslaughter. Othel Moore Jr., 38, died on Dec. 8 in the Jefferson City Correctional Center. A criminal complaint filed Friday alleged that the guards pepper-sprayed Moore, placed a mask over his face and left him in a position that caused him to suffocate....

2024-07-01T22:39:52Z

2 POGO bodyguards nabbed for stealing guns, licenses of fellow guards

Two bodyguards of a Chinese national involved in Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) were nabbed for allegedly stealing the guns and the guns' licenses from their fellow bodyguards. According to the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Southern District Field Unit, the two bodyguards claimed that their Chinese boss had told them to retrieve the weapons so these could be passed on to other people. However, the two...

2024-07-07T15:05:08Z

Pope Francis deplores state of democracy, warns against ‘populists’

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis decried the state of democracy and warned against “populists” during a short visit to Trieste in Italy’s northeast on Sunday ahead of a 12-day trip to Asia — the longest of his papacy. “Democracy is not in good health in the world today,” Francis said during a speech at the city’s convention center to close a national Catholic event. Without naming any countries, the pope warned against “ideological temptations and...

2024-07-07T13:04:17Z

Labor to help remove PH from list of worst places

ORGANIZED labor is willing to collaborate with employer groups and the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) in removing the Philippines from the list of worst places for workers. "We are open to discussions with the Employers Confederation of the Philippines and DoLE to remove the Philippines from the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) list of top 10 violators of trade union and human rights in the world," Federation of Free...

2024-07-07T16:16:39Z

UK's Labour on course for huge election majority, exit poll shows

By Andrew MacAskill, Elizabeth Piper and Alistair Smout LONDON (Reuters) -Keir Starmer will be Britain's next prime minister with his Labour Party set to win a massive majority in a parliamentary election, an exit poll on Thursday indicated, while Rishi Sunak's Conservatives are forecast to suffer historic losses. Centre-left Labour was on course to capture 410 of the 650 seats in parliament, an

2024-07-04T22:19:44Z

PNP: No security threats but traffic plan adjusted to SONA

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) said that it had not detected any threat to security as far as the State of the Nation Address of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is concerned. The President is set to deliver his third SONA on July 22. PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, who was the special guest at the 2nd PNP Press Corps Invitational Shootfest in Camp Karingal, Quezon City, said that while there was no threat,...

2024-07-05T18:08:58Z

Artist hopes hospital post box draws 'a smile'

Lesley Sleight's design Sea to Summit – Colours of Mann features on the box at Noble's Hospital.

2024-07-07T06:30:14Z