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formed my best tennis. I think there is not one reason, [more] a few reasons together. 'Probably the fact that I enjoy the conditions of play. Even though the last two years the courts have played faster, significantly faster than they were before, still I do enjoy being here in Australia. Some nice, positive, easy-going, sport-oriented energy going around. People appreciate the sport and make you feel good. 'Of course, it's the beginning of the year. It's the first big tournament. Everybody comes fresh and motivated. I guess in this kind of package it's a combination of things that make me feel comfortable on the court here.' Immediately from the off, Djokovic did not look as if he would drop a set on Thursday as he raced to a one-set lead without losing a game in just 21 minutes, making just two unforced errors. Kuznetsov, 23, finally got on the board in the 10th game of the match but that was the Russian's only success in the second set as Djokovic served up his seventh ace to ease to a two-set lead. Other than a brief rally in the third set, Kuznetsov had no answer to the world No 1's devastating display . Becker (left) poses with Dutch football legend Clarence Seedorf by the courts in Australia . The Rod Laver Arena crowd gave Kuznetsov a cheer as he surprisingly broke for a 2-0 lead in the third set after a Djokovic double fault but it didn't last long as Djokovic immediately broke back and went on to secure progression. Djokovic said: 'The first two sets definitely have been great. Overall I executed the game plan. Everything I intended to do, almost 100 per cent, from every second in my game, serve, baseline play, aggressive shots and aggressive returns. 'He dropped his first-serve percentage a lot in the second set and obviously allowed me to have a lot of looks at the second serves. That, as well, gave me an opportunity to step in and just swing through the ball.' Djokovic, 27, is bidding to become only the second man to win the Australian Open five times, with Aussie Roy Emerson still holding the record after winning the title six times in the 1960s.
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Pallais, now 17, said he thought of killing himself to make the fallout with his affair with married Kathryn Murray, 31, 'go away. ' The show also revealed new details of the events leading up to the pair's affair. As Jimmy's feelings for Murray grew, he wrote her a letter confessing his love before tearing it up and giving it to Murray to throw away. But she ended up reading it anyway and told him: 'I read you're letter. I really like you, like, for real.' Jimmy's parents suspicions grew as he told them how 'pretty' Murray was at home and the pair were separated. The couple's relationship began in 2016 when Murray was assigned to help Spanish-speaking Pallais after he was adopted from Costa Rica and brought to America by his parents at age 14. The disgraced former educator pleaded guilty last month to one count of improper relations with a student and one count of sexual relations with a child. Two other counts were dropped as part of the agreement, according to KHOU. The pair were separated after Jimmy confessed to having a crush on her, but a relationship began after he kissed her in school. The pair had sex in Murray's classroom at Memorial Middle School several times, booked into a hotel and were finally caught in the family home by Jimmy's 12-year-old brother. Thoughts of suicide: Jimmy Pallais, now 17, said he thought of killing himself to make the fallout with his affair with married Kathryn Murray, 31, 'go away' Prior to her sentencing, former student lover Jimmy told ABC's 20/20: 'that maybe if I [would] kill myself they [would] forget about this.' The show also revealed new details of the events leading up to the pair's affair. As Jimmy's feelings for Murray grew, he wrote her a letter confessing his love before tearing it up and giving it to Murray to throw away. But she ended up reading it anyway and told him: 'I read you're letter. I really like you, like, for real.' Jimmy's parents suspicions grew as he told them how 'pretty' Murray was at home and the pair were separated.
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ally recovered from the seabed in 2018, after a record-breaking rescue operation that involved divers using a submarine and a remotely operated vehicle. The Royal Mint has now struck silver coins from the bullion cargo of the SS Gairsoppa to be sold in its memory.
The deepest rescue operation in maritime history has since seen the silver bullion brought up from the seabed after spending seven decades at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean. The Royal Mint historian Dr. Kevin Clancy said: "This shipment of silver bullion should have got here 72 years ago and now it has finally come home. "I don't think anything like this has happened before - bullion destined for us which didn't make now finding it's way here. It's a very romantic and evocative story."
Andrew Craig, project manager of the rescue operation, which recovered 2,792 silver bars totaling more than 3 million troy ounces of silver, said: "The recovery of these silver bars is a significant achievement for both the Royal Mint and the maritime industry. It is a testament to the bravery and determination of those who participated in the rescue operation."
The German U-boat that sank the SS Gairsoppa was sunk on February 17, 1941, after it left its naval convoy in bad weather. The merchant ship was carrying solid silver bullion from India to bolster Britain's dwindling war chest. The ship was on its way to Galway Harbour when it was spotted by a German U-boat patrolling British waters and was torpedoed at 12:08 am.
Three lifeboats were launched but only Second Officer Richard Ayres made it to land and survived to report what had happened. His lifeboat started with 31 men but after spending 13 days at sea he was the only sailor to make it to dry land alive. He was awarded an MBE in recognition of his heroic efforts to keep fellow survivors alive, as well as a War Medal for bravery at sea, and amazingly returned to sea nine months later.
The recovery of these silver bars is a significant achievement for both the Royal Mint and the maritime industry. It is a testament to the bravery and determination of those who participated in the rescue operation.
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Walker County District Attorney's Office. But he skipped town and never made his sentencing hearing on February 14, 2006, authorities said. A warrant was then issued for his arrest. Robinson now faces five to 20 years in prison, the DA's office said. Robinson was one of 1,250 fugitives busted in Georgia last week as part of Operation Falcon, a nationwide sweep to arrest some of the most violent offenders. Of the arrests in Georgia, 724 came in metro Atlanta; two were suspected killers, authorities said. Multiple sweeps like these have already taken place in other cities in recent weeks as part of Falcon. More are coming to undisclosed regions of the country. Authorities would not release further details about the nationwide hunt due to the ongoing nature of the operation. "Our primary focus when we do this operation are violent offenders, sex offenders and gang members," says Keith Booker, the commander of the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force leading this sweep that included 115 federal, state and local agencies. The fugitives were wanted on felony charges ranging from murder and aggravated assault to rape and armed robbery to child molestation and an array of parole violations. On this day, while Ergas and his eight- to 10-member team hit multiple spots where fugitives were believed to be living, another 150 agents, investigators, detectives, officers and deputies were working other parts of metro Atlanta. Of the 700-plus arrests made around Atlanta, authorities smashed through 154 doors. Not every suspect was captured, but the hunt generated leads that will be followed up. The work involved grueling and dangerous 14- to 18-hour days, but the officers still found time to laugh. There was one who Tasered himself while running after a suspect, and another who held up a bag of oregano thinking it was pot and quizzed his subjects. Both provided fodder for the watercooler. Then, there was the suspect wanted for aggravated assault who authorities said tried to jump over a 30-foot wall, breaking several bones when he landed. "He didn't want to go to jail. Instead, he went to jail crippled," Ergas said. The police kept close tabs on the six different teams' arrests, an internal competition to see who could bag more wanted felons. Team Vulture beat out Team Osprey with 147 arrests to 132. At the end of the operation, about 80 officers crowded into a large conference room and were briefed on the final results. "You prevented a lot of victims this week," Booker told them. Law enforcement studies, he said, indicate the typical fugitive commits an average of 13 crimes while they're on the run. If that's true, more than 15,000 potential victims have been spared. "These people can't commit crimes against other people while they're locked up," Booker said.
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official but the intention is definitely there." Cape Verde to open Africa Cup of Nations . CONCACAF's continental tournament is the biennial Gold Cup, which Mexico won in the U.S. last year. Mexico and Japan will be guest nations at the 2015 Copa. While the prospect of holding the tournament in the U.S. may have great appeal, Sports Illustrated's senior soccer writer Grant Wahl expressed concerns over whether FIFA would allow it. "The U.S. television money for big soccer tournaments is now quite large -- the U.S. rights for 2018 and 2022 World Cups went for a combined $1.1 billion, which will probably be the highest rights fee for any nation in the world," Wahl told CNN. "There are big questions in terms of will FIFA sanction an event like this and put it on the official calendar? Will FIFA require clubs to release their players for it? None of that has been made public in terms of any agreements." Can Falcao help Atletico Madrid reign in Spain? The opportunity to compete against teams such as Brazil and Argentina, boasting the likes of Neymar and Messi, is one which Wahl feels could benefit a U.S. team currently playing minor nations such as Panama and Guadeloupe in the Gold Cup. "The U.S. national team is still trying to improve and the best way to do that is to play meaningful games against good competition," he said. "It is hard in the Gold Cup because other than Mexico, there are not many difficult opponents for the U.S. in CONCACAF. "To be able to have an important competitive tournament between World Cups is really big for U.S. soccer. It puts U.S. soccer in the public eye in the United States more if you have something like that." Wahl is confident the tournament would be a big hit with U.S. sports fans. "This would sell out NFL stadiums," he said. "Not just for the U.S. team, but for every team involved. Mexico plays more games in the United States than it does in Mexico right now because it can sell out NFL stadiums. "It is an ongoing process. There isn't one big bang event which will suddenly make soccer as big in the U.S. as it is in Europe and South America. But this has been a pretty steady growth over the last two decades. "I think it will happen in the end, but you want countries to send their best teams. That's not a guarantee at this point."
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west Siberia. Four years ago British tourist Stuart Feltham (pictured) was turned into a human fireball when his genitals were apparently set alight by a woman in Malia, Greece. Marina Fanouraki, 26, claimed that the holidaymaker, 20, had sexually assaulted her. In 2010, bartender Albert Trummer was arrested in Manhattan, USA, by undercover fire marshalls after setting liquors alight in a bar trick. The management at the 'Miami-style . cocktail lounge' said they are reviewing health and safety procedures . following the incident in the early hours of Sunday. Flaming . Sambuca shots are made by pouring the spirit into a glass over two of . three coffee beans. They are set alight and the alcohol burns with a . pale blue flame . The flames should then be extinguished and drinkers inhale the fumes from the glass before downing it. The idea of the . drink is that by setting it alight, the coffee flavour infuses into the Sambuca. A spokeswoman for the North West . Ambulance Service NHS Trust confirmed it received a report of a woman . with her 'face on fire' at 1.54am on Sunday. Paramedics were at the . scene in under five minutes. An ambulance service spokesman said: 'A female suffered significant facial burns.' Reports from eyewitnesses on social media suggested the woman was at the bar with a friend when her hair caught fire. A . spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said they were investigating . the incident. However, it is thought to have been an accident. The woman remains in hospital today. In . promotional material, Lola's bar have written that they offer . cocktail-making classes where you can 'get a chance to make your own . cocktails and learn about the history of each... even play with fire!' A . spokesman for Lola's said: 'Following the recent event in our venue . resulting in injury to one of our customers, we sincerely offer our . sympathies for her injuries sustained. 'We . have been trading for many years and have never had another incident . such as this and we have revisited our health and safety procedures once . again to prevent this type of freak accident from happening again.' Accident: The girl was injured in Lola's cocktail bar in the Northern Quarter, Manchester, in the early hours of Sunday .
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l and a sawed-off shotgun. Both wore stocking masks. The leaner man went behind the counter, scooped up the cash and fled with close to $30,000. Ray, King crossed paths before shooting » Within a day or two of that robbery, Ray would leave the area and head to Canada -- just as he did almost a year later when he fled the scene in Memphis, Tennessee, after King's murder. Light told CNN the stolen bank money consisted mainly of $20 bills. The partially burned shotgun and the stocking masks were found abandoned in a wooded area near a cemetery where Ray's mother is buried. Ray returned from Canada and bought the Mustang after seeing a classified ad in Birmingham the month after the robbery. In the months to come, Ray would keep spending $20 bills. When Ray underwent plastic surgery in Los Angeles 30 days before King's death, he paid in cash -- denomination unknown. When he drove back to Birmingham six days before the murder to buy a .30-06 high-powered hunting rifle for just under $250, the gun store salesman later told investigators, "I remember he paid for the gun with $20 bills, paid cash." On April 4, 1968, only hours before King would die, the landlady at the boarding house where Ray rented a room told police, "He gave me a $20 bill" when he paid for a week's rent just across the street from the Lorraine Motel. In the sporting goods store where Ray went to buy binoculars, the salesman told police, "He gave me two twenties; I think he had two twenties left... The bills came out of his right pocket, neatly folded, and nothing but bills." For Light, the bank holdup is the most likely answer to the question of where Ray got the money to travel as a fugitive to Canada and Mexico, then to flee again to Canada and finally London, England, after King's murder. "Thirty-thousand dollars back in 1967 was a lot of money," Light said. In London, Ray ran short of money. Four days before he was caught, he robbed a bank. His thumbprint was found on the holdup note. He got little more than $200 -- enough to buy an airline ticket to Brussels, Belgium, where he hoped to join mercenaries fighting to keep white rule in southern Africa. He was stopped at a London airport when a police sergeant spotted his phony Canadian passport. Ray lived very cheaply on the run. He got change back for his $20 bill at the Memphis boarding house -- a week's rent there was $8.50. The original prosecutors in the Memphis case decided it would not have cost that much for all of Ray's travels. "He was living on a dollar to two dollars a day," said current prosecutor John Campbell. "He was even darning his own socks to be able to save money."
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ecurity was the hack into the company's iCloud that saw the leak of hundreds of personal and naked photographs belonging to celebrities, Jennifer Lawrence, Kelly Brook and Rihanna. It is thought that XAgent was designed by the group to help them obtain information from specific high profile targets. Trend Micro said it had also identified a second malware programme that is focused on recording audio from so-called 'jailbroken' devices. These devices have had limitations on their iOS software removed, which can compromise the phone's security. Feike Hacquebord, senior threat researcher at Trend Micro, said: 'While spyware targeting Apple users is highly notable by itself, this particular spyware is also involved in a targetted attack. 'The XAgent app is fully functional malware. After being installed on iOS 7, the app’s icon is hidden and it runs in the background immediately. 'When we try to terminate it by killing the process, it will restart almost immediately. 'Installing the malware into an iOS 8 device yields different results. The icon is not hidden and it also cannot restart automatically. 'This suggests that the malware was designed prior to the release of iOS 8 last September 2014.' Nearly three quarters of Apple iPhones and tablets are now thought to be using iOS8, although a quarter are still running the older iOS7 software. This could mean that up to 200 million devices could be the most vulnerable to the spyware. Trend Micro believe the XAgent malware is related to another type of spyware it has been tracking that works on Microsoft Windows' systems called SEDNIT. They claim that the malware has been created by a group of hackers that it calls Operation Pawn Storm. Trend Micro found one route of infection was through a simple lure like the one above that downloads XAgent . XAgent can turn on the microphone of any iPhone it runs on and record the sound going on around it . Experts at Micro Trend first identified Operation Pawn Storm as being behind a series of online attacks targeting military officials and defence contractors in a cyber-espionage operation. Subsequently they have also been linked to attacks against government officials and journalists. Trend Micro said that it is unclear exactly how the new iOS malware is spread, although the group tends to infect the devices of contacts and friends of its targets. Writing on its blog, Mr Hacquebord and his colleagues who have been investigating XAgent, said they had seen one instance where the malware was attacked to a simple link with the words 'Tap Here to Install the Application'. However, they added: 'The exact methods of installing these malware is unknown. 'There may be other methods of infection that are used to install this particular malware. 'One possible scenario is infecting an iPhone after connecting it to a compromised or infected Windows laptop via a USB cable.' MailOnline has contacted Apple for comment. Apple is thought to have sold more than 800 million of its mobile iOS devices including the new iPhone 6 .
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according to Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA). Therefore, the hysteria in the media surrounding a shark attack seems disproportional to other fatal incidents. Historically human-shark interactions predominantly occurred in the summer months. But in recent decades, swimmers, surfers and divers are continuing to pursue these activities outside of the traditional summer season because of improvements in wetsuit technology. This is reflected in the occurrence of shark attacks throughout the year since the 1950s; particularly for surfers, snorkelers and SCUBA divers who can enter the water at any time of the year and extend the time they spend in the water in areas that, in earlier decades, were likely to be too cold for recreational purposes. In the past 20 years, 49% of all shark-attack victims were wearing a wetsuit. There have been 26 attacks recorded in the cooler months (May-August) during the past two decades, resulting in six fatalities compared with 15 incidents -- resulting in four fatalities -- during the same months in the previous 20-year period. There is no suggestion that wetsuits in themselves are the cause of an attack, but rather that their use has allowed people to extend their time in the water, increasing the risk of encountering a shark. The frequency of attacks also reflects the popularity of water-based activities in harbors, estuarine areas and rivers, with people more likely to encounter species such as bull sharks, which have a propensity to inhabit shallow nearshore coastal areas, bays, harbors and rivers in summer months. In the vast majority of cases, sharks involved in an attack on humans do not stay around the area and can swim 80 to 100 km away by the next day. Unfortunately other sharks may later swim into the area and may be blamed for the attack. Hunting down and killing sharks on suspicion of being responsible is unjustifiable. However, if the animal can be identified and has not left the area, it would be appropriate to remove it. But once the animal swims away it would be almost impossible to know which shark was responsible. Shark attacks are a reality of entering the ocean, but it is worth emphasizing that they are very rare events. Even If you do encounter a shark, the chances of being attacked are very small.
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ctor Shannon Henn. "So by reaching out to a community through someone like Enrique Iglesias, who has such an incredible Hispanic following, we're able to register people to the database that we never could before." Iglesias is now well-established in the world of entertainment, and he realizes that this is a powerful place that can be used for the benefit of others. "I think you reach a certain age where you feel responsible. You can communicate with your fans especially nowadays with Twitter, with Facebook, all these ways, and obviously the live shows, so any time I feel like I can do something that's positive and that's good, it's a good thing," Iglesias says. The process is simple. The LHS team sets up a table with plenty of information about bone-marrow donation and then asks concert-goers as they pass if they would like to sign up. Once a volunteer ensures they meet the requirements for donation, one of the LHS team members takes a cotton-tipped swab and swabs the inside of the donor's mouth. That's it. That's all it takes, and the donor can carry on to enjoy the show. If a match is found, the donor will then be notified and then possibly help to save a life. "What I hope to take away from this experience is people realize that it's important, that they can actually make a huge impact. And we've got to register as many people as possible, and there's a lot of people out there, a lot of kids, that need this," says Iglesias. Love Hope Strength is an international organization that raises awareness for the needs of cancer patients worldwide. Rock 'n' roll is at the very roots of LHS, as it was co-founded in 2007 by leukemia survivor Mike Peters of the Welsh rock band The Alarm and his friend and fellow survivor James Chippendale. The men created this organization to ensure that awareness, early detection and proper treatment are not a luxury but instead available to all in need worldwide. In addition to the "Get on the List" campaign that the group carries out at rock concerts, LHS builds and supports cancer centers all over the globe. LHS purchased the first mammography machine ever in Nepal and funded a mobile unit for cancer screenings in remote parts of Peru. The group also performs concerts in extreme locations like Mt. Everest to raise money for its cause. To learn more, visit LoveHopeStrength.org.
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ng revelations in his private life and injuries sent his fortunes into decline. "He has got a challenge on his hand and it would not be a surprise if he never wins another major," admited Player. "But if he does, he could go on to win quite a few more because he has what I call 'it.'" That 'it' the South African legend believes is reserved for the true superstars of golf: "In my humble opinion you have to win six majors to be classed as a superstar," added Player. Ahead of the Open's start Thursday, Player also thinks that Northern Irishman Rory McIlroy has that quality and can build on his two majors -- perhaps with victory at the Lancashire seaside links. "Rory is a wonderful player, an unbelievable talent," said Player, who is also an admirer of current world No. 1 Adam Scott of Australia and fellow South Africans Louis Oosthuizen and Charl Schwartzel, saying the latter has the "most fantastic golf swing." But for a dedicated and driven man such as Player there is no substitute for sheer hard work. "Talent is one think, to apply it another." He gives the example of American golfer Tom Weiskopf, who made golf look easy, but had to give best to players like himself and Nicklaus and perhaps never quite fulfilled his talent, with just a British Open win at Royal Troon in 1973 in the majors. This time 40 years ago Player came into the British Open having already won the U.S. Masters for the second time. "I can remember it like yesterday," said the South African. "I was one shot ahead of Weiskopf and Dave Stockton playing the last and hit a nine-iron, tossed the club to my caddy and knew I was going to make a birdie." That left him two shots clear of the chasing pair at Augusta, which he won for the third and final time in 1978. Player then went on to win at Royal Lytham by four shots from England's Peter Oosterhuis, but only after surviving a near lost ball on the penultimate hole of the final round and then famously having to play a left handed shot after his approach shot to the 18th rested against the clubhouse wall. It was held to be the archetypal example of Player's tenacity and shot saving skills around the green, which was one of the keys to his prolonged success as a professional.
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t form when his injury problems clear up . Luke Shaw is set to miss between four and six weeks with ankle ligament damage sustained against Arsenal . Manchester United sit fourth in the Premier League table ahead of the weekend's match . United still have a worrying injury list with Luke Shaw the latest to be ruled out for between four and six weeks with the ankle ligament damage he suffered against Arsenal last weekend. Van Gaal also confirmed that he has given Daley Blind a holiday after the midfielder suffered a knee injury playing for Holland earlier this month. The United boss said: ‘Luke sustained an ankle ligament injury but with no serious complications. He will be out for the next few weeks because of this. ‘I gave Daley Blind a holiday because in the first week it is more or less rest than exercise. He didn’t have so much holiday because of the World Cup. You may remember the Netherlands were there until the end. ‘He will come back on Monday. Then he has to exercise and practise every day because an injured player has to train more than a fit player.’ Daley Blind, who injured his knee on international duty, will report back to United on Monday . Van Gaal was guarded in his optimism that United will end the season in the Champions League places . United’s victory at the Emirates lifted them into fourth place but Van Gaal was guarded in his optimism at seeing his team among the Champions League spots despite the injury problems and a fixture list that has seen them face Chelsea, Manchester City and Arsenal in three of the last four games. ‘I don’t want to mention that (injuries) as a manager because I want to speak about the fit players, but you’re right when you see how our preparation was, how many injuries, and then how heavy our second part of the matches were,’ he added. ‘It was a very big test but after (playing) heavy opponents we are still a force so I’m happy. But we have to be a force at the end of the league, not now. Now is not so important. We have to improve our playing style and beat our opponents more easily.’ Former United skipper Steve Bruce returns to Old Trafford with Hull on Saturday to take charge of his 700th Premier League game as a manager. At the age of 63, Van Gaal knows he is unlikely to reach the same milestone. ‘It says that he is a very good manager I think, but I don’t know, I cannot judge him,’ he said. ‘When you have 700 Premier League matches, I don’t think I will reach that amount. ‘I have seen him playing for Manchester United. He was a very firm and also a leader. Mostly players who are leaders become managers.’ Head here to Like our Manchester United Facebook page. Steve Bruce makes his return to Old Trafford on Saturday when Hull City visit . VIDEO United and Chelsea set to battle it out for Varane .
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their first goal, converted at close range by Morgan Amalfitano. And he even pulled out the most popular trick of the week - the 'Rabona' - to deliver a cross during the second-half. By contrast, Toure, as so often this season, simply wasn't up for the battle. When Cameroon international Song, 27, was made available by Barcelona in the summer, Allardyce saw off competition from the likes of Napoli and Galatasaray to sign a player who had not been able to hold down a first-team place at the Nou Camp. Sam Allardyce's team are on the top and currently occupy one of the Champions League places . Song breaks up a Man City attack by lying on the ball as David Silva tries to retrieve it . Song's heap map from the City match shows just how much ground he covered in midfield . But when Song said shortly after his arrival that West Ham could 'maybe catch the European positions,' most mocked his ambition, especially following their troubles last season. He had just joined a new club and wanted to say the right things, they claimed. That aim is looking a whole lot more likely now as, following five wins from nine matches, the resurgent Hammers are fourth in the Premier League, a single point behind defending champions City. West Ham are a team transformed, the negative and conservative approach of the last few years replaced by something a little closer to their attacking tradition. If Song has as much influence in and around the training ground as he does on matchday, then he has proved a shrewd acquisition. Allardyce said as much on Friday: 'On the training ground he is a massive influence and in the changing room it's his dress sense that's the massive influence. Song soaks up the acclaim of the Upton Park crowd after his man of the match performance . Song gets stuck in to Liverpool's Raheem Sterling during West Ham's 3-1 win over the Reds last month . Song takes on Hull's Hatem Ben Arfa during the 2-2 draw at the KC Stadium . 'I've never seen so many hats in my life - or scarves that look like tea towels!' Jokes about his fashion tastes aside, what a presence to have in the squad. A man who competed at the highest level for Arsenal and Barcelona, a La Liga champion and a man with 47 caps for his country. Song can only bring benefit. There are plenty of other clubs in the Premier League - Arsenal included - who would have valued a Song-like figure this season. The Gunners are crying out for a defensive shield, while even Liverpool and Manchester United would have benefitted from such a grafter to protect the back line. Just look at his statistics from Saturday at Upton Park - he recovered possession on 11 occasions, stifling a potentially dangerous City move on each occasion. Diafra Sakho continued his hot scoring streak with the goal that proved to be the winner at Upton Park . His heat map shows Song covered the full sweep of the midfield and he covered 10.7km during the course of his 90 minutes. Song's efforts proved key and he was rightly selected as the man of the match. While the likes of Enner Valencia and Diafra Sakho, again on target on Saturday, may steal the headlines, Song's influence at revitalised West Ham must not be overlooked.
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onal rights of drivers who he said are unable to effectively appeal against them . Village officials first approved the speed cameras last July. The firm controlling the cameras gets 40 per cent of the revenue, while the rest goes to the village. But opponents of the cameras - which issue 'civil penalties' and do not add points to driver's licences - said they were just a money making scheme, and launched a legal challenge against them. And their campaign appears to have paid off, after a judge ruled yesterday that the devices 'violate drivers' rights under the state constitution.' Hamilton County Judge Robert Ruehlman's . said the cameras violated 'due . process guarantees' under the Ohio Constitution, Fox News reports. Victory: Attorney Mike Allen - who represented opponents in their legal fight against the fines - said the ruling is the first of its kind in the US . He said hearings held for drivers to contest the fines, are 'nothing more than a sham' as they would effectively be arguing against a written report 'produced by the company that owns the speed monitoring unit.' Attorney Mike Allen, . whose firm brought the case, said this is the first time such a ruling has been made on speed cameras in the US. Up to 18,000 vehicles a . day pass through the village, police said. The cameras' supporters claimed they are effective helping cut speeding in the area. Local police chief William Peskin said last year that the cameras have been installed in the interests of public safety. A spokesman for Optotraffic, the firm which owns and operates the speed cameras, told ABC News in January that the devices are an 'efficient and accurate way to control speed.'
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September 28, 2014. The company said that it had been asked to make the data public. The Inmarsat data is a key piece of evidence in the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370. It reveals information about the communications between the plane and the satellite that was tracking it during its final moments in the sky.
The data includes details about the plane's altitude, speed, and direction. It also includes information about the plane's fuel levels and other important data that could help investigators determine where the plane went down.
The data is not easy to understand, but it contains important clues that could help investigators narrow down the search area for the plane. It also provides information about the communication between the plane and the satellite, which could help investigators determine if there was any attempt to jam or intercept the signal.
The data has already provided some important information, such as confirming that the plane ended its flight in the southern Indian Ocean. However, there is still much more work to be done in analyzing this data and determining exactly what happened to MH370.
As experts have noted, even with all of this new information, it will take time to fully understand what it means. But it's clear that this data has been a crucial piece of evidence in the ongoing search for MH370.
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By Olivia Williams PUBLISHED: 07:11 EST, 7 March 2013 UPDATED: 10:21 EST, 7 March 2013 A Venezuelan-owned oil company caused outrage this week after flying flags at half-mast at its American office after the death of Hugo Chavez. Citgo, which is owned by the Venezuelan government, lowered its flags as a tribute to the late President, incensing residents in Houston, Texas, and Lake Charles, Louisiana, who said they were offended by the gesture. Protocol allows flags to be lowered for foreign dignitaries, but Chavez was a controversial leader who as was antagonistic towards the U.S. in particular. Jarring: The Citgo flags at half mast to honor President Hugo Chavez in Houston, Texas. Protocol allows flags to be lowered for foreign dignitaries, but Hugo Chavez was a contentious leader and often seen as antagonistic towards the U.S. in particular. James Post, an assistant project manager at an engineering firm in Houston, told CNN that he "did not understand" why the company would lower its flag during a time of mourning. "We do not have any policy about lowering our flag," he said. "This is something that we will have to look into." He added that he planned to raise his own flag outside his home to express his feelings about the incident. In response to the controversy, Citgo issued a statement saying it was "a private matter of honor" and that they had no plans to lower their flags again. The company also stated that they were "generous supporters of humanitarian efforts" and that they had donated money to help victims of Hurricane Sandy in New York City. The controversy has reignited debate about the role of foreign companies in American politics and culture. Some argue that their presence can be seen as a form of political influence or even espionage, while others believe that their donations can help support important causes. As citizens continue to grapple with issues like this one, it is clear that there are no easy answers when it comes to navigating the complex relationships between nations and corporations.
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'Lisa is the one that called Camille about a month and a half ago and she had a laundry list of issues she needed to address. 'Camille was very gracious in the beginning of the conversation and just let Lisa talk. Camille had a lot going on in her life because she was still in a custody dispute with Kelsey. 'Towards the end of the conversation, Lisa told Camille that the press had been calling her and brought up Camille's children. Lisa knew about the custody battle and threatened to insert herself into that situation. Camille was provoked and reacted as any mother that loves her children would, period. The big reveal: Camille sat down with guest host Katie Couric yesterday on Good Morning America . 'Camille didn't threaten Dimitri's son, Marcus, she was simply saying that no child should have to deal with the fallout of their parents feuding. The tape was aired as evidence in a video deposition between Dimitri, a bankruptcy attorney, and his ex. When Lisa's attorney asks Dimitri if he thinks it's ok that Camille threatens his ex and his son, he replies, 'I'm not going to answer that because I didn't hear the rest of the conversation and I don't want to hear the whole conversation...I didn't hear a threat and I don't know what that conversation was about and it was a little snippet and that has absolutely nothing to do with this...I didn't hear a threat, it sounded more like a rebuttal.' According to the insider, Lisa edited the tape for her own gain. A rough few years: Camille has had a hard time while going through her divorce from husband of 14 years Kelsey Grammer . Moving on: The Frasier star has since remarried flight attendant Kayte Walsh . No longer a housewife: The former Playboy model revealed she cut her ties with her Bravo show after just two seasons . The source reports: 'Dimitri wasn't with Camille when the phone call was made and they both find it extremely interesting that only a snippet of the conversation was recorded. 'Lisa didn't record the portions of the phone call when Camille praised what a great dad Dmitri was and what an amazing little boy they were raising. 'Lisa purposefully recorded when she had provoked Camille and attempted to use it against her. How did the deposition end up on YouTube? The lawyers involved are the only ones that have access to that information.' The drama has not affected Dimitri and Camille's relationship, however. In fact, she is reportedly happier than ever since filing for divorce from Grammer, her husband of 14 years, in 2010. Says the site: 'Dimitri and Camille have never been closer and more in love. Camille has handled herself with true class and Dimitri is so grateful to have her in his life. 'Neither one of them thought they were ever going to find true love again and be able to trust someone with their heart. They are a fantastic couple and are rock solid.' She told Good Morning America's guest correspondent Katie Couric yesterday that she left her Bravo reality show after just two seasons in order to regain her privacy in relation to her boyfriend and children.
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The Supreme Court denied the appeal of a New York Times journalist who has refused to testify about anonymous sources in a federal leak investigation, the court said on Monday. The justices refused to intervene in the case alleging that James Risen used classified information about efforts to stop Iran from developing a nuclear weapon in his 2006 book "State of War." Last year, a federal court ruled that he would have to testify in the trial of a former CIA officer, Jeffrey Alexander Sterling, who faces criminal charges in the matter. Risen appealed and lost before asking the Supreme Court to weigh in. The justices issued their ruling without comment. He faces the possibility of fines or jail if his testimony is sought again and he refuses to comply. The ball is now in the government's court, according to his attorney, Joel Kurtzberg. "The government can choose not to pursue Mr. Risen's testimony if it wants to." Kurtzberg said. We can only hope now that the government will not seek to have him held in contempt for doing nothing more than reporting the news and keeping his promises." Controversy over the Obama administration's aggressive pursuit of information from journalists in national security leak cases involving The Associated Press and Fox News made headlines last year. Attorney General Eric Holder met with media executives and later changed agency policy on when prosecutors can seek records or other information from journalists in leak investigations. For instance, the Justice Department can no longer pursue journalists in these matters unless a reporter is the subject of a criminal investigation for conduct unrelated to news gathering.
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ve Batmobile comes complete with a fully operational flame thrower and hydraulic suspension which can raise the car by a further nine inches. It is claimed the car will hit 60mph in less than five seconds, although the visibility has been compared to that of a fighter jet. The replica, which took a year to build, was inspired by the 1989 Batman rather than the recent Christopher Nolan trilogy. In the film, Bruce Wayne’s alter-ego goes up against Jack Nicholson’s Joker character, who wreaks havoc on the people of Gotham City. The car will go up for sale at the Historics car auction on 30 November, and is expected to sell for between £70,000 and £90,000. Edward Bridger-Stille, from Historics, said: 'The car is like a dream for any Batman fan. It brings traffic to a standstill with people wanting to be photographed by it. Where do you put your latte? The car is fully roadworthy, although it might be a squeeze in the supermarket car park . The car that is up for sale is a replica of this one in the 1989 film starring Michael Keaton and Kim Basinger . Based on the Batmobile driven by Michael Keaton's caped crusader, the car was built in the UK on a custom chassis . Power: The car has a straight six, fuel-injected modern Jaguar 3.2 litre engine with automatic transmission . The Batmobile has gleaming black paint, extravagantly authentic spoilers, and even a working flame-thrower . The car goes from 0-60 in under five seconds, but its visibility has been compared to that of a fighter jet . 'It is a smooth-driving car, however there’s not a lot of all-round vision - it’s a bit like a fighter jet in that sense. 'But it also quite quick thanks to its lightweight fibreglass body, and should be capable of 0-60mph in less than five seconds. 'This vehicle is believed to be one of the best after-production, fully road-legal models ever made.' Holy roadblocks! The astonishing-looking car is fully legal to drive on the road, and is pretty nippy, too . Batman fan John Priestley, 45, takes the Batmobile for a spin - it will be sold at auction on 30 November .
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suffered severe head injuries. 'There were no witnesses and it appears he lay there on his own for about five hours before he was spotted.' Tragedy: Tyrone Jones died on the last day of his holiday in Benidorm, one of the most popular holiday resorts in Spain . Mr Jones died on February 13 - a day after his parents arrived in Spain. His father said: 'We were just talking about arranging . to pick him up from the airport the next day when we got the call out . of the blue about the accident. 'We finally got to the right hospital and Ty was in intensive care on life support.' Some of Mr Jones's organs were donated and helped transform the lives of three people, his family said. David Jones said: 'Nothing more could have been done for him. Skyline: Benidorm was the first resort town to be built on the southern Spanish coast and has one of the highest concentrations of tall apartment buildings in the world . 'The surgeons asked if Ty had considered organ donation and we said he had. 'Margaret and I discussed it and said . yes and we later found out that he had helped to save three people . having donated his kidneys, pancreas and liver. 'It helped a little to . know that.' Mr Jones's parents were joined in Spain by his three eldest children - Anna, 21, Nathan 17 and Charlie, nine. The man's death was initially treated as suspicious, but a local judge later spoke to the family and told them it appeared to have been an accident. David Jones said: 'He saw us in chambers and spoke to us for about 90 minutes. 'He was nearly reduced to tears and . said that as a father himself, if it was his son he would have to accept . that it was a tragic accident and try to move on.' Mr Jones's body was released for cremation and a family service was held in Spain. His relatives then brought his ashes back to Exeter, where a memorial service for 300 people was held to celebrate his life. Sister Susannah said in a tribute: 'Ty's beaming smile, easy manner and charisma assured him of many friends. 'He loved socialising with his many friends, knowing someone wherever he went. 'He was always up for a party and often danced until dawn.' Mr Jones went to schools in Exeter before completing an apprenticeship in mechanical engineering at Exeter College. He became a manager at a tyre firm before branching out into the motor trade.
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started QPR’s opening Premier League defeat at home by Hull before coming off the bench in the 4-0 loss to London rivals Tottenham last weekend. QPR’s head of medical services, Peter Florida-James, said: ‘The knee itself stayed pretty stable, but the scans have since revealed his ACL graft has ruptured. If he has a repair it will be a six- to nine-month injury, which is absolutely devastating for all concerned. 'It looked so innocuous on Wednesday night, so this has come as a massive blow for us all.' Gutted: Joey Barton paid tribute to injured team-mate Alejandro Faurlin on Twitter . The club's players, including Joey Barton and Danny Simpson, offered their support to their injured team-mate. Barton said: 'Devastated for @alefaurlin. Know how hard he has worked to get back from injury. Words fail to capture my feelings for him right now. 'We are all with him and have the utmost confidence that a man with his strength of personality and character will get through this. 'As a team and club it's important we rally round him and support him at difficult times. Puts things into perspective.' Thinking of you: Joey Barton (left) was one of many Rangers players who expressed sympathy for Faurlin . In better news for the Loftus Road club, manager Redknapp is ready to sign a new contract to extend his stay beyond the end of his current deal despite a poor start to the season. ‘It’s there, Tony’s offered me an extension for two years and I’ll sign it,’ Redknapp said. ‘I haven’t read it, I probably won’t read it, I’ll just sign it.’ Meanwhile, Adel Taarabt's move to AC Milan looks to be off after the Italian club moved closer to signing Chelsea's Fernando Torres.
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The book, "The Better Angels of Our Nature," by Steven Pinker, has been a subject of much debate in the scientific and academic communities. Pinker's thesis is that violence has decreased over time, and that this decline is due to several factors including increased education, technological advancement, and changes in societal norms. The book has been praised for its comprehensive analysis of historical data and its attempt to provide a clear and concise explanation for the decline in violence.
Zuckerberg's decision to read this book is seen as a way to engage with serious, thought-provoking material outside of the realm of social media trends and celebrity gossip. By choosing a book that addresses such important issues as the decline of violence and terrorism, Zuckerberg is demonstrating his commitment to using his platform for meaningful discourse.
In addition to Pinker's book, Zuckerberg's 2015 reading challenge will include other works on topics such as climate change, artificial intelligence, and the future of work. The goal is to engage in deep discussion and thoughtful reflection on these important subjects.
While some may view Zuckerberg's decision as a form of escapism, others see it as a way to stay informed and engaged with the world around him. By committing himself to reading regularly, Zuckerberg is setting an example for others to follow, demonstrating that there is value in engaging with serious ideas and seeking out new perspectives.
As the year progresses, Zuckerberg will update his readers on his progress through his Facebook page. He has already shared some early thoughts on his reading journey, which includes a discussion of the state of democracy in the United States. This approach ensures that readers can follow along with his thoughts and learn from his experiences.
Overall, Mark Zuckerberg's commitment to reading a book every two weeks demonstrates his dedication to lifelong learning and engagement with important issues. By choosing books that address complex topics such as violence and terrorism, he is showing how reading can be a powerful tool for personal growth and social change.
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pretty calm," he said. "It was an almost eerie calm." CNN iReport: 'We saw the debris' Qantas, Australia's national airline, has grounded its Airbus A380 fleet. Flights of the twin-deck planes -- the world's largest airliners -- will remain suspended until an investigation into Thursday's incident is complete, said airline CEO Alan Joyce. "As long as it takes," Joyce said, responding to a reporter's question about how the suspension would last. "We are being very cautious until we know exactly what caused this." Qantas now has six A380s in its fleet of 191 planes. Airbus will at some point deliver another 14, the airline said. One of the four engines on a Qantas airliner shut down six minutes after takeoff Thursday from Singapore's Changi Airport, Joyce said. Part of the engine's covering -- know as cowling -- tore off while the plane was above the western Indonesian island of Batam. "I am not sure what actually happened with the debris and why parts of the engine left the aircraft and fell into the ground," Joyce said. "We're still looking at what exactly was the cause of that." Local television stations in Indonesia showed debris with red-white markings. A security officer at a Batam engineering firm said he heard a loud explosion and saw smoke coming out of the engine of a flying plane. The man's name is Trifuadi. (Many Indonesians go by only one name.) He said that debris fell from the plane. Airline investigators plan to work with the plane's manufacturer as well as Rolls-Royce, the maker of the engine. "Safety is always our highest priority," a spokesman for Rolls-Royce told CNN. "We are currently analyzing the available information and working with our customers to support their operations." Singapore Airlines announced Thursday that it has temporarily halted flights of its 11 Airbus A380s to do precautionary checks in light of the Qantas incident. Lufthansa, which operates three Airbus A380s, said its operations currently are "normal." "We are on standby to go further but no decisions have been taken. We are checking with Rolls-Royce and Airbus to see if they think there is a broader view, do they think we need to make special checks," a Lufthansa spokesman said. "We do a lot of engine monitoring. We have a lot of information to see if there is anything abnormal and we do not have anything at the moment." CNN's Christabelle Fombu, Nicky Robertson, Judy Kwon, Kevin Voigt, Liz Neisloss, Mia Anngre, Zain Verjee and Ashley Fantz contributed to this report .
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could . apply a blindfold. 'Frankly at this point the defense has no idea of how . the government intends to try this case.' Another . motion filed by prosecutors says DNA tests are being carried out on a . piece of cloth found in the area where Johnson's body was found. Loss: She told investigators she had pushed her husband of eight days, Cody Johnson, during a fight . It asked the judge to delay the trial until February as results could take more than a month. Graham spoke about a blindfold in an interview with police on July 16, the defense's motion reveals. 'I didn’t want to do that trail because I was afraid that, I mean there is a cliff right there,' Graham said. 'And you could fall. And he said, "I could do this with a blindfold on". And he said, "I could just put it on, take a step but I wouldn't even fall". And I was like - and it just kept going through my head that, um, you are going to fall or something.' The defense is now fighting to dismiss the charges. Federal public defender Michael . Donahoe claimed in documents filed last week that an FBI interrogation specialist . questioned Graham alone for nearly 90 minutes without . recording it. Donahoe argues the agent did so in order to 'shape' Graham's statements. Donahoe says investigators then distorted her statements about what happened on the cliff. Wedding day: She had told a friend she was going to talk to her husband about having 'second thoughts'. They are pictured on the day of their wedding - just eight days before he fell to his death . 'Killed': She told authorities she pushed him after he grabbed her and called the death an 'accident' According to earlier court documents filed in the case, Graham had told police they had gone on a hiking trail little over a week after their wedding and they had started fighting. 'Graham stated their argument intensified,' the affidavit states. 'At one point in time during their arguing, Graham turned and began to walk away. She stated Johnson grabbed her by the arm.' Graham said she turned around and 'pushed Johnson with both hands in the back and as a result, he fell face first off the cliff,' the affidavit says. His body was found several days later. The affidavit also states that Graham had texted a friend earlier that night, saying she was planning on talking to her husband about having 'second thoughts'. 'I'll pray for you guys,' her friend responded. Graham replied: 'Dead serious, if u don’t hear from me at all again tonight, something happened.'
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People wearing Islamic-style clothing and large beards are banned from riding public buses during the Xinjiang Sports Games in northwestern China, a Communist Party-run newspaper reports. The ban went into effect Monday in the city of Karamay, in the country's restive northwestern Xinjiang region. It applies to passengers who wear veils, large beards, as well as three types of Islamic dresses -- including those with the star and crescent symbol -- according to the Karamay Daily, a newspaper affiliated to the Chinese Communist Party.
Dozens of public bus stations in the city will be manned by security personnel to conduct checks. The bus ban is being touted as one of a number of a security measures as the city hosts the 13th Xinjiang Sports Games, a large event in the autonomous region, the paper said, citing the event's organizing committee. The ban will be enforced through August 20, when the Games come to an end. Officials said those who violate the ban will be reported to the police, the paper reported.
Uyghur rights groups have criticized the measure, calling it a "green-light" for racism and discrimination against Muslims. They argue that it will increase tensions between Uyghurs and Han Chinese residents of Xinjiang.
The move comes after similar measures were implemented in other parts of China during major events like the Beijing Olympics and Shanghai World Expo, where security officials wore uniforms resembling those worn by Uyghurs.
Critics say that these measures are intended to suppress dissent among the Muslim population and prevent them from participating in political activities or expressing their cultural identity.
The ban has also sparked concerns about human rights abuses in Xinjiang. Activists claim that authorities have been using force against Uyghurs who attempt to flee to neighboring countries or protest their treatment.
Opposition voices have called on China's government to lift the ban and allow more freedom of movement for Uyghurs during major events like sports games and other celebrations.
The controversy surrounding this ban highlights ongoing tensions between China's central government and its western regions, where many ethnic minorities live. It also raises questions about the extent to which China is willing to use force to maintain control over its citizens and suppress dissent.
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s funny & everyone knows u stole it. GET YOUR OWN IDEAS.' In Burger King's advert an actor holds a microphone and a box of nuggets and aggressively asks two teenagers on the street 'How much do you think these chicken nuggets are?' Since his original tweet to his 238,000 followers Eichner has been inundated with support . After they guess 'five dollars' he shouts the real price at them in an animated fashion. Eichner's sketch 'Billy on the Street' sees him chase New Yorkshire down the street before forcefully asking them questions. One example sees him thrusting a mic into a woman's faces as he quizzes her: 'What do you watch, miss?' On hearing a woman's response he yelps and cries out before running down the street. Since his original tweet to his 238,000 followers Eichner has been inundated with support from other users. Fellow comedian Seth Rogen tweeted: 'Yo @BurgerKing, stop stealing from the hilarious @billyeichner and stick to what you're good at: giving me diarrhea.' Michael Ian Black tweeted 'Hey @burgerking, you were stupid if you think hiring some random actor to rip off @billyeichner was going to work. I WAS AVAILABLE!!!' Eventually Eichner wrote: 'As annoying as it is to have Burger King rip me off, your tweets are incredible. I have the BEST fans on the planet!!! See u at McDonalds!' Eichner took to his Twitter to make the accusation writing: 'Hey @BurgerKing-thanks for stealing my act for ur new commercial!! Fellow comedian Seth Rogen tweeted: 'Yo @BurgerKing, stop stealing from the hilarious @billyeichner and stick to what you're good at: giving me diarrhea' Eventually Eichner wrote: 'As annoying as it is to have Burger King rip me off, your tweets are incredible. I have the BEST fans on the planet!!! See u at McDonalds!' McDonald's responded: 'Can’t wait to see you!' The Twitter handle of McDonald's responded: 'Can’t wait to see you!' The fast food advert aired yesterday during Fox NFL Sunday according to iSpot. Burger King's Twitter page has made no mention of the accusations. The chain did not offer a comment when approached by MailOnline .
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The Humane Society of the United States released a video Wednesday it says shows mistreatment of "downed" cows at a California slaughterhouse -- and one lawmaker said it raises questions about the safety of the nation's food supply. The Humane Society says the video was shot last year by an undercover investigator. The video shows Hallmark Meat Packing Co. workers administering repeated electric shocks to downed cows -- animals that are too sick, weak or otherwise unable to stand on their own. Workers are seen kicking cows, jabbing them near their eyes, ramming them with a forklift and shooting high-intensity water up their noses in an effort to force them to their feet for slaughter. The society says the video was shot last year by an undercover investigator who wore a hidden camera under his clothes when he worked at the facility. Hallmark Meat Packing Co., based in Chino, California, sells beef to its sister company, Westland Meat, which distributes it to various federal programs, including the National School Lunch Program. Watch the video of cows being abused ». Downed cows are more easily contaminated and may carry diseases harmful to consumers. U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations prohibit allowing disabled or contaminated animals into the food supply. Officials say Hallmark Meat Packing Co. has been cooperating with the USDA on a voluntary basis to address any issues raised by the video. The agency is also investigating whether other companies are using similar practices at their facilities. The incident highlights concerns about animal welfare and food safety in the meat industry, and has prompted calls for stricter regulations and oversight of meat processing plants.
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ch, the Moranbong band member even thanked Kim for his leadership while pledging to work harder to 'stoke up the flame for art and creative work', according to the Herald Sun. Her appearance comes as a shock to many after it had been reported that she was brutally executed by machine gun on August 20 following her August 17 arrest. The pop star and other members of North Korea’s . most famous music groups were said to have been marched in front of a firing squad and . gunned down without facing trial, while their families and other members of the groups were . ordered to watch. The victims’ families and friends were then taken away to a labour camp, having been found ‘guilty by association’. The singer was reported by South Korean newspapers to have been brutally executed by machine gun on August 20 from order's directly from the South Korean leader (pictured above with his wife) Hyon was rumoured to have been accused of featuring in a pornographic film alongside dozens of singers and dancers . Those 'executed' had been accused of making videos of themselves performing sex acts and then selling the recordings, with some . of the musicians also reported to be in possession of Bibles, which are . banned in North Korea, when they were detained. North Korean officials denied the reports at the time, labeling the rumours the work of the South Korean government and media. But South Korea’s own spy chief Nam Jae-joon ignited reports again when he was quoted as saying 'We are aware of the execution of some 10 people associated with the Unhasu Orchestra,' in October. Hyon and Kim knew each other as teenagers then had an affair when he was leader . Speculation escalated, suggesting that Kim’s wife, Ri Sol-ju, was to blame for the 'execution'. Kim, . 30, who succeeded his late father as supreme leader of North Korea in . 2011, met the pop singer ten years ago when he returned from studying in . Switzerland. However, his father, Kim Jong-il, disapproved of the . relationship and ordered it to end. Hyon went on to marry an officer in the North Korean military and is believed to have had a baby. But . rumours had circulated that Kim was still secretly seeing her, followed by reports he had demanded her execution.
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The idea for the calendar was born out of a desire to make New York's cab drivers feel special. "We wanted to show that they were more than just drivers, and that they were heroes in their own right," said Phil Kirkman, the writer and filmmaker behind the project. The charity aspect of the project is also a key factor. "We wanted to give something back to the community, and we felt that this was an excellent way to do it," said Kirkman.
The calendar features three "all stars" from the 2014 edition, including a driver named "Superman." The other two are unnamed, but they are described as "drivers who have made a difference in the city's taxi industry."
The charity for which the proceeds go is University Settlement, a non-profit organization in New York City's Lower East Side. University Settlement provides basic services to immigrants and workers in the city, including legal aid, language classes, and health care.
The calendar is available for purchase online at www.NewYorkCabPinup.com. Each pin-up comes with instructions on how to hang it on the wall. The calendar can be purchased for $14.99 per pin-up.
Kirkman hopes that by giving cabbies a sense of pride and recognition, he can help them feel more valued and appreciated. "We want to make sure that they know that they're doing something important in their community," he said.
The calendar has already sold out of its first year and is expected to sell out again this year. But Kirkman is not done yet. He plans to create a second calendar with even more pin-ups and models.
"We want to keep going until we've got enough pin-ups and models to cover all of New York City," he said.
The success of the first calendar has inspired Kirkman to create more calendars in the future. He hopes that his project will help to raise awareness about the important work that cabbies do in New York City's taxi industry.
"We want people to realize that cabbies are more than just drivers," he said. "They're heroes in their own right, and we want to make sure that people know it."
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-Atlantic, the numbers are particularly stark. In last month's Washington Post/ABC News poll, O'Malley didn't register as one of the candidates Democrats would choose for 2016. In a November 2013 CNN/ ORC International Poll, 2% of Democrats said they would like to see O'Malley nominated for President in 2016. Stoking speculation -- and traveling the country to support candidates -- will certainly raise his profile. But name recognition might be only part of O'Malley's problem. In a Washington Post poll early last year, only 8% of Maryland Democrats -- people who likely know the governor's record -- said they would back him in a hypothetical nomination in 2016. Clinton, on the other hand, was preferred by 56% of Maryland Democrats. 2. Money: O'Malley's "O' Say Can You See PAC" announced it raised $1.6 million in 2013, money that was used to help a number of state and local candidates. Sure, that money is nothing to sneeze at, but fundraising off the Clinton name is substantially more lucrative. For example, Ready for Hillary -- a super PAC urging Clinton to run -- raised more than $4 million in 2013. 3. Politics: If O'Malley were to run, he'd be running from the left of the Democratic Party. And while that would fit his record, there seems to little room in the race for a liberal candidate. For the past eight years, O'Malley has led Maryland as a proud liberal. He has tightened gun laws, implemented a progressive tax code and helped legalize same-sex marriage. He also expanded the state's health care rolls and championed Obamacare. The governor is now, less than a year before he leaves the office, pushing for the cherry on top of his governing record: a raise of the Maryland minimum wage to $10.10. And while Clinton would support most -- if not all -- of the proposals O'Malley has pursued, new polling shows the space for a liberal alternative to Clinton isn't that big. A CNN/ORC International Poll out Monday showed only 10% of Democrats said they would want someone more liberal than Clinton. 4. History: At Annapolis' City Dock in May 2007, O'Malley proudly endorsed Clinton's bid for the presidency, telling the assembled media that "She is ready today. She is ready to lead." O'Malley wasn't just your average supporter, either. During the 2008 primaries -- which pitted Clinton against then-Sen. Barack Obama -- O'Malley was outspoken and raised a substantial amount of money. He was one of the first governors to endorse Clinton. He was even among the Clinton campaign's "Hillraisers," a group of loyal Democrats who funneled more than $100,000 in donations to the campaign. The point of all this: Should Clinton run in 2016, O'Malley would likely be a supporter. Biden: Clinton won't really affect his 2016 decision .
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he findings are published in the latest issue of the journal Neurology. Lead researcher Dr Georgios Tsivgoulis, from the universities of Alabama in the US and Athens in Greece, said: 'Since there are no definitive treatments for most dementing illnesses, modifiable activities, such as diet, that may delay the onset of symptoms of dementia are very important. 'Diet is an important modifiable activity that could help in preserving cognitive functioning in late life. However, it is only one of several important lifestyle activities that might play a role in late-life mental functioning. Exercise, avoiding obesity, not smoking cigarettes and taking medications for conditions like diabetes and hypertension are also important.' Other recent research found that eating a . Mediterranean-style diet can cut heart attacks, strokes and death rates . in people at high risk of heart disease by as much as a third. Other recent research found that a Mediterranean diet could be as good as statins at cutting the risk of heart disease . Changing the balance of foods in a diet can lessen the risk even before heart-related illness strikes, according to a major clinical trial. Previous studies have compared the effects of the diet on people after they have suffered a heart attack or stroke – with many showing improved heart health. But this research, published online by the New England Journal of Medicine, was the first to rigorously test the effects on a high-risk group. In fact, the study of around 7,500 people was halted early, after almost five years, because the results were so clear it would have been unethical not to recommend the diet to all those taking part.
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maginative, intuitive, spontaneous and feisty. Bralyn is such a blessing to us, and we love him very much! We miss him terribly, and his passing has left an emptiness in our lives. Bralyn was a huge part of our family, a void we will never fill. The only thing that helps is knowing our family will be together again in heaven.' Scene: Little Bralyn Shively was accidentally stabbed by his uncle in the backyard of his family's Piedmont, Oklahoma home (pictured) Bralyn and a family friend: Oklahoma Police Department said the fatal stabbing was an accident . NewsOK reported Coates, who was visiting from Iowa, called out to family members for help as he performed CPR on Bralyn. The child was rushed to hospital where he died. 'When officers arrived, they found paramedics trying to revive the child, work on the child,' said Msgt. Gary Knight with the Oklahoma City police department. 'Ultimately they transported the child to an area hospital, where he was . pronounced dead.' Oklahoma City police Sgt. Gary Knight said it was a tragic accident, but the Canadian County District Attorney’s office will make a formal ruling on the case. 'All evidence points toward this being an accidental death,' he said today. Medical examiner’s . spokeswoman Amy Elliott said an . autopsy was being performed to determine the cause and manner of Bralyn's death. Coates was not arrested. The family had just moved into their home in Piedmont two months ago. A house they considered to be their dream home. The . family was out enjoying the beautiful day when tragedy struck. Bralyn's . father says the kids were huddled around their favorite uncle, who was . in from out of town.
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David Murdoch has paid an emotional tribute to his father Matt after he died suddenly at the age of 70 from a suspected heart attack. A fortnight ago, he led the British men's curling team to Olympic silver in Sochi as his father watched proudly from a few feet away in the audience. But yesterday, a shocked David Murdoch found himself paying an emotional tribute to his father Matt after he died suddenly at the age of 70 from a suspected heart attack.
Mr. Murdoch Snr inspired the men's team skip to take up curling as a boy, and both he and his wife Marion traveled to Russia to watch the 35-year-old achieve Olympic glory last month. However, days after watching the highlight of his son's career, Mr. Murdoch, of Lockerbie, Dumfriesshire, has passed away, plunging his family into grief.
In a statement issued last night, David Murdoch, 35, said: "Myself and my entire family are shocked and devastated following the sudden loss of my father Matt. My dad was a three-time Scottish curling champion and former president of the Royal Caledonian Curling Club. He was a brilliant dad to us all. My mum and dad inspired me, my brother and sister to take up curling and have done so much to help us all in our careers in addition to helping to inspire many others to take up the sport."
"I dedicated my recent Sochi Olympic success to my parents, without whom I wouldn’t be where I am today. My dad will be missed by us all and was so happy to see me and touch the medal he has helped my whole life to aim towards."
The statement concluded: "Our dad was more than just a father figure; he was a role model who set us on our path in life. His unwavering support and encouragement played a crucial role in our success in curling."
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(CNN) -- For the second golf major in a row, Tiger Woods will be missing. The world No. 3 and 14-time major champion announced Wednesday he would miss the U.S. Open as he continued his recovery from back surgery. Woods went under the knife to repair a pinched nerve in March and also missed the first major of the year --The Masters -- in April.
The 38-year-old's last major victory came at the 2008 U.S. Open, where he won with a score of 275, setting a record for lowest round of all-time U.S. Open play. His most recent win was in 2018, when he triumphed at the Masters.
Woods' absence from major tournaments is not uncommon in the sport, given the physical demands of professional golf, particularly on the back nine of many courses. However, his decision to skip both the U.S. Open and The Masters has been met with criticism from fans and fellow athletes alike.
Many view his decision as a calculated risk to return to form and potentially reclaim his title at next year's Masters tournament, which is set to take place from April 9-12, 2023.
Despite his injury woes, Woods remains one of the most recognizable figures in sports today. His comeback from a series of surgeries on his hip and shoulder is nothing short of remarkable, and he continues to push himself to compete at the highest level.
Fans have been eagerly awaiting his return, hoping that he will be able to reclaim his crown and lead the field once again. However, with his recent absence from major tournaments, it remains unclear whether or not Woods will be able to make a successful return to form this season.
The future of professional golf remains uncertain, but one thing is certain: Tiger Woods' legacy as one of the greatest players of all time is beyond reproach. Whether or not he can bounce back from his current injury troubles will undoubtedly be a subject of debate among fans and experts alike.
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ll,' one senior minister told the Independent. 'The . rules are unbelievably draconian. We've basically been told we're on . our own and have to look after our guests with no official support and . we'll have to go by Tube as well. 'I know they're worried about . how it will look if we're seen to get special treatment but at the end . of the day we're supposed to be representing the Government. I'd rather . be sitting at home watching it on television.' While touring Afghanistan yesterday Mr Cameron confirmed he would be going to events on public transport and so should everybody else. Told: Instead David Cameron and his colleagues will have to cram onto the tube 'like everybody else' The Olympic flag was this morning flying on top of 10 Downing Street . 'I will be using public transport and . that is how I recommend [everyone] should travel'.' he said. 'I now use . the Tube, I drive my protection team mad in London by saying why on . earth are we in the car, the Tube is quicker. When asked about whether he would use the 'ZiL' lanes, named after the limousines used in Soviet Russia at the height of Communism, he said: 'We are banished from using that terminology. 'I went in a Games lane, but it was not acting as a Games lane when I came back from Chequers on Sunday. We were happily driving on it because everyone else was driving on it.' And Downing Street confirmed that almost without exception politicians will not go by car. 'All ministers will be expected to travel to the Games like everybody else,' a No. 10 spokesman told MailOnline this morning. 'There will be some limited circumstances when this might be waived but as a general rule that is what they have been told.' Last . week it was revealed that at least 60 ministers and senior MPs has been . told to report for duty during the Games and accompany VIPs to events. David Cameron alone will be taking executives from Google, Citigroup and Cisco Systems. They . will have access to thousands of tickets bought at the taxpayers' expense, including 350 in total for both opening and closing ceremonies. It came as an extra 1,200 troops were put on standby to protect the Olympics as the fallout continues from the G4S fiasco. Defence . chiefs yesterday placed the servicemen and women – some recently back . from Afghanistan – on 48 hours notice to work as guards at London 2012. Home . Secretary Theresa May and Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt begged the . Ministry of Defence to provide additional military back-up amid concerns . that beleaguered private firm G4S is still struggling to recruit . security staff. Curbed: Ministers will only be able to use Games Lanes in exceptional circumstances .
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The photograph has dominated the social media landscape, with fans and Star Wars enthusiasts alike eager to see what the Millennium Falcon and X-wing fighter look like in their new home. The picture has sparked a wave of excitement and anticipation, with many hoping that they will be able to see the iconic spacecraft up close.
The photograph was taken from a flight school plane flying over Greenham Common near Newbury in Berkshire, England. It shows the Millennium Falcon and X-wing fighter on set at the former airfield. The craft, which seems to be half-constructed in this photograph, is set to feature in the new Star Wars film.
The former airfield was famous in the 1980s for the women's peace camp that sprang up around it in protest at the stationing of nuclear weapons on the site. One fan, Tom Bexx, said: "Newbury has become cool THE millennium falcon is here," with another, JasonJ, writing: "I can't wait to see my favorite space ship in real life!"
The photograph has also sparked a debate about the ethics of using public land for filming Star Wars. Some have argued that it is inappropriate to use public land for such purposes, while others have defended it as an opportunity to bring attention to important issues such as nuclear disarmament.
Despite the controversy, the photograph has already generated millions of views and thousands of likes on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram. It has also been shared by celebrities and politicians, including President Barack Obama who tweeted: "It's great that we can see Star Wars on set! #newbury #millenniumfalcon."
As fans await news of when the new Star Wars film will be released, they are eagerly anticipating what they will see on screen. The photograph has already sparked a wave of excitement and anticipation, with many hoping that they will be able to see the iconic spacecraft up close.
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The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned her conviction in March, stating that prosecutors should have disclosed information that cast doubt on the credibility of a since-retired detective who said Milke confessed. The 49-year-old Milke has not been exonerated, but a judge said she could go free while preparing for a new trial in the 1989 murder of her son, Christopher. Doubt: The 9th Circuit agreed that there is some doubt about damning testimony given by a detective who single-handedly put Milke on death row. The 49-year-old Milke has not been exonerated, but a judge said she could go free while preparing for a new trial in the 1989 murder of her son, Christopher. She was convicted in the death of her 4-year-old son, Christopher, who was allegedly killed for a $5,000 insurance payout. His mother was accused of dressing the boy in his favorite outfit in December 1989 and telling him he was going to see Santa Claus at a mall before handing him over to two men who took the child into the desert and shot him. She had been imprisoned since 1990. A defense lawyer told the judge last week that Milke would live in a Phoenix-area home purchased by supporters. As a condition of her bond, Milke is required to wear an electronic monitoring device and be in her home between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Additionally, she is not to have any contact with her ex-husband, Arizona Milke, nor is she allowed to possess any weapons or leave Maricopa County unless she receives prior, written approval from the court. Prosecutors declined to comment on Milke's possible release and have not apologized for their actions.
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By Daily Mail Reporter PUBLISHED: 15:03 EST, 2 November 2012 | UPDATED: 15:03 EST, 2 November 2012 The birth rate in the United States dropped to an all-time low in 2011 with one percent fewer births than in the year before, according to a report released this month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And of all the babies born last year, more than 40 per cent were born to unmarried women. The percentage of babies born to unmarried women was highest among teens but the percentage delivered by unmarried women of older ages increased from 2010 to 2011. Dropped: The U.S. birth rate dropped one per cent from 2010 to 2011, the lowest ever recorded. Findings are based on approximately 100 per cent of registered vital records occurring in calendar year 2011, which were received and processed by the CDC. The report also found that the overall fertility rate in the United States fell by one per cent from 2010 to 2011. This was the first time since the early 1970s that there had been a decline in fertility rates in America. "The data show a continuing downward trend in the number of live births," said Dr Thomas Frieden, director of the CDC. "This is a cause for concern." The drop in birth rates has been attributed to several factors including higher education levels, better economic conditions and increased access to birth control. However, some experts believe that these factors are not enough to explain the drop in birth rates and that cultural values may be playing a role as well. In addition, it's unclear what effect immigration will have on future birth rates as more immigrants arrive from countries where birth rates are still high compared to those who stay behind.
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The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States to members of the armed forces. It is bestowed upon individuals who have distinguished themselves by heroic or meritorious achievement while serving the United States in times of war, a period of hostilities between hostile nations, or in a zone of combat against an enemy of the United States.
The Medal of Honor was first awarded on June 25, 1861, during the American Civil War. Since then, it has been awarded to over 3,400 individuals, including Audie Murphy and other notable figures in military history.
The process for obtaining the Medal of Honor is rigorous and involves a thorough investigation of the individual's actions and circumstances. The recipient must demonstrate extraordinary courage and patriotic service, as well as a willingness to take risks above and beyond the call of duty.
In Conner's case, his widow Pauline Conner had been advocating for his Medal of Honor since his death in 1998. However, Russell ruled that she had waited too long to present new evidence to the U.S. Army Board of Correction of Military Records, which rejected her bid to alter his service record.
Conner earned four Silver Stars, four Bronze Stars, seven Purple Hearts, and the Distinguished Service Cross during World War II. He also received two Presidential Unit Citations for his contributions to the war effort.
Russell praised Conner's "extraordinary courage and patriotic service," but concluded that there was nothing he could do for the family. However, Chilton vowed to get resolutions from lawmakers and veterans' groups in all 50 states in an attempt to get Congress to act on Conner's behalf.
Despite his efforts, Conner's widow was unable to receive the Medal of Honor posthumously. The decision was based on technical limitations in the U.S. Army Board's procedures for awarding this prestigious honor.
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', adapted cells where couples can have their conjugal rights for two hours once every two months. 'There are no guards and no CCTV and Milovanović and his wife had used the room several times in the past,' said a prison spokesman. He added that none of the guards nor the prisoner using the other 'love room' heard anything suspicious. 'When guards returned two hours after letting them into the room they found the visitor dead on the bed. 'The prisoner says he lost his temper when his estranged wife told him it would be the last visit,' the spokesman added. Despite having left him Bojana Bacević still visited Ivan Milovanović for sex in the Penitentiary-Correctional Institution in Niš, southern Serbia . Milovanović was in jail for the fourth time, all drug trafficking-related offences. The victim's sister Bobana Radić claimed the couple had already broken up but that she kept seeing him because she felt sorry for him. 'She hated to think of him being lonely and abandoned so she kept going, but she was planning a new life,' she told local media. 'He was a mean, violent man and I think he would have got angry when she broke the news to him,' she added. She also alleged that Milovanović had told her he was going to kill her sister because she would be taking their daughter with him. After the murder, Mrs Radić was asked by social services to take the daughter but was unable because both she and her husband are unemployed and so the child was placed with her grandparents. Bojana Bacević told her estranged husband that she was moving abroad. He could not handle this final rejection even though the couple had already separated and strangled her .
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disorder. Fletcher, who has been a key player for the Red Devils since his arrival in 2012, has been a regular fixture in the starting line-up under Louis van Gaal, but his recent injury scare could jeopardize his place in the squad.
The Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher may need surgery on a toe he broke in the last game of last season and is in danger of missing the start of pre-season under new manager Louis van Gaal. The Scotland captain will see a specialist this week and if he requires an operation to correct the injury he is likely to be out for at least a month. Any absence would be another blow for the 30-year-old who only returned to first team action at the turn of the year after a lengthy lay-off due to a bowel disorder.
Fletcher's return to action was delayed by several months following a knee injury that forced him to miss over half of last season. Despite his struggles with his knee, Fletcher remained a crucial cog in the Manchester United midfield, contributing significantly to their defensive efforts and providing stability in the team.
His departure from the club would be a significant loss for both Manchester United and Scottish football fans. The 30-year-old has been a part of many memorable moments for the club, including winning their first Premier League title in 2012 and helping them reach the Champions League final that year.
However, with Fletcher's potential absence, there are concerns about the impact it could have on Manchester United's defense. The team's current roster includes several experienced defenders such as Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof who have made significant contributions to their success.
In conclusion, Darren Fletcher's injury could have far-reaching consequences for Manchester United's chances of securing their next title run. His absence would not only affect his own career but also potentially alter strategies employed by Louis van Gaal and his coaching staff.
As Fletcher continues to recover from his toe injury, it remains to be seen whether he will be able to return to his accustomed form and contribute to Manchester United's success in the upcoming season.
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The choice to use real robots when possible, instead of CGI (computer generated images), was deliberate, McG said. According to the director and the film's stars, the decision to use real machines was a testament to their desire to create a more authentic experience for audiences. They wanted to give viewers a sense of what it would be like to encounter a robot in the real world, not just on a screen.
The film features several robots that are designed to look and act like real machines, including a tank, a helicopter, and even a flying drone. The cast and crew worked closely with engineers and robotics specialists to ensure that the robots were as realistic as possible.
One of the most impressive scenes in the film is when the main character, Sarah Connor (played by Emily Blunt), uses a robot to infiltrate an enemy base. The robot is able to move through tight spaces and perform complex tasks with ease, causing confusion among the enemy forces.
The use of real robots in the film is just one example of how filmmakers are increasingly turning to practical effects rather than CGI to create their visions. By using real machines and other practical elements, filmmakers are able to create more immersive experiences for audiences and push the boundaries of what is possible in cinema.
The choice to use real robots in "Terminator Salvation" was also motivated by practical considerations. Using real machines allowed the filmmakers to create more convincing explosions and special effects, which they were able to achieve with the help of a team of experts who worked closely with them throughout the production process.
Overall, "Terminator Salvation" is a visually stunning film that takes audiences on a thrilling ride through the future. With its realistic robots and other practical effects, it is sure to be a hit with fans of science fiction cinema.
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an and reiterated his opposition to Taiwanese independence." Beyond this political lecture, however, the anniversary was observed in remarkably muted style. A new museum opened in Wuhan. A historical movie was aired on state TV. Some events will be held in the hometown of Sun Yat-Sen, the revolution's moral leader and the first president of the Chinese republic. But there's nothing remotely on the scale of the 2010 Shanghai Expo, let alone the 2008 Olympics. And after all, that diffident approach should come as no surprise. Although the present government of China touts its nationalist credentials, it was born in rebellion -- not against imperial overlords, not against colonialist oppressors, not against Japanese invaders, but precisely against the inheritors of the republic established by the events of 1911: the Kuomintang party created by Sun Yat-Sen. The memory of 1911 is embarrassing in many other ways to the present government. 1911 was a revolution inspired by ideals of democracy and personal liberty. Those ideals are cynically disregarded -- or brutally suppressed -- by China's present government. 1911 was a revolution in defense of traditional Chinese culture against a foreign dynasty, Manchurians who had ruled in China since 1644. But who has done more damage to traditional Chinese culture than the regime in place since 1949? And not only to the bulldozed monuments of China, but to the country's inheritance of art and scholarship, reviled and massacred in the Cultural Revolution. A country ruled by people who took power by violence -- and now hold power by repression -- is not a country that dares look honestly at its past. A year ago, I had the opportunity to visit a museum of the Cultural Revolution in Guangdong province, one of only two such in the entire vastness of the country. It was an against-the-odds achievement that the museum could be built at all, but the price of building it was to tell the story in a way that focused almost exclusively on the victimization of some members of the Communist Party by other members. The authors of the museum bought the freedom to tell a portion of the story by suppressing all the rest. As for the other traumas of China's recent history -- including the terrible self-inflicted famine culminating in mass cannibalism that goes by the mocking name "the Great Leap Forward" -- they can only be whispered, if they are discussed at all. The man guilty of those terrible atrocities, Mao Tse-tung, still overlooks Beijing from a giant portrait over Tiananmen Square. So long as the leaders of China trace their power to Mao's legacy, that long will China be obliged to lie to itself about its history. "The struggle of man against power is the struggle of memory against forgetting." So wrote Milan Kundera about the communist regimes of central Europe. His words apply as aptly to the regime that governs our planet's most populous nation and most ancient continuing civilization. The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of David Frum.
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aren Nyberg recently demonstrated . Nyberg said that the experiment came about following a conversation fellow astronaut Cady Coleman had with Sandra Bullock, star of the film space thriller ‘Gravity.’ ‘One of the things she told her about was how little effort it took to move around in microgravity,’ said Nyberg, who has been at the ISS since May. ‘She even told her that you could take a human hair and use it stretched out to push against a wall or a handrail – and it really takes that little effort.’ Veteran astronaut Catherine 'Cady' Coleman floated some ideas about how Bullock could portray an astronaut for blockbuster Gravity . ‘Since I have the resources, I thought I would give it a try,’ added Nyberg in a video posted by Nasa. After plucking one hair, she pressed it against an ISS handrail and fell backwards in slow motion. Bullock sought tips for portraying microgravity from Coleman, who’s logged more than 4,330 hours in space aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia and the International Space Station. Coleman wouldn’t be qualified to talk about the terror of floating off into space, as luckily she’s never experienced it. But she was able to field Bullock’s questions about how it feels to be an astronaut. In a video created to explain the effects of weightlessness, Karen Nyberg used one strand of her own hair to send herself tumbling away from a wall of the International Space Station (pictured) She told collectSPACE: ‘She wanted to know about what it is like to physically live up there and physically move around. ‘“What would you do with your hands? With your feet? What would be a natural position to work? How often do you see your crewmates? Where do you meet each other?" It was those kinds of things.’ Coleman has seen the trailer to Gravity and describes the scene where Dr Stone is sent spinning into the void as sensationalism, but admitted to collectSPACE that the film is valuable as it portrays 'real people, including women, doing a difficult job'.
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el Phillipos leaves federal court, where he pleaded not guilty to charges that he hindered the Boston bombing investigation . Tamerlan died in a gun battle with police as authorities closed in on the brothers several days after the bombings. Dias Kadyrbayev and Azamat Tazhayakov, both Kazakhstan nationals, are charged with obstruction of justice and conspiracy to obstruct justice. All four men attended the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. Robert Stahl, an attorney for Kadyrbayev, said his client was 'shocked and horrified' by the bombings and had 'no intent' to obstruct justice. 'I'm saying he didn't dispose of evidence, didn't understand it was evidence, and the rest will come out at trial,' Mr Stahl said after the arraignment. More than two dozen family members and friends attended the hearing to support Phillipos. During an argument for bail in May, his lawyer portrayed him as a frightened and confused young man who was subjected to intense interrogation. Tazhayakov's parents and sister were in . court during the brief arraignment. A translator said the family . traveled from Kazakhstan in April and plan to remain in the U.S. until . the case is resolved. Bomb suspects: Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, left, and his brother Tamerlan, who died in a gun fight with police . Tazhayakov's attorney, Nicholas Wooldridge, said the government 'rushed into things' by charging his client. 'This is a witch hunt,' Mr Wooldridge said after his arraignment. All three men are due back in court on October 29. Assistant U.S. Attorney John Capin said he expects to call about 20 witnesses during a two-week trial. No date has been set yet for it.
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The big winners were Manchester United, the team which dominated the era by collecting 12 championships. United's veteran Welsh midfielder Ryan Giggs was named top player, having featured in every Premier League season and scoring 107 goals. Did Manchester City win the league - or did United lose it? United's legendary Scottish manager Alex Ferguson was also honored, having like Giggs been part of all 12 title triumphs. "Being named as the best player in the 20 seasons of the Premier League is a great honor," said Giggs. "But I think it's more about the team that won it than any individual. It's been a long journey for us, and we've had some tough times along the way. But we've always stuck together and worked hard to get to where we are now." Ferguson added: "I'm proud to be recognized alongside my players and managers who have helped us achieve so much over the years. It's been an incredible journey for the club, and I'm grateful to everyone who has supported us throughout our history." The award ceremony took place at Wembley Stadium on Thursday night, with hundreds of fans in attendance. The event was broadcast live on TV and online, with many people tuning in to watch the highlights of the night's awards show. The 20 Seasons Awards were presented by former England striker Alan Shearer, who played for United for 16 years between 1989 and 2005. He said: "It's been a privilege to see Manchester United rise to become one of the greatest football clubs in the world. They've had some incredible players and managers over the years, but nothing compares to what they've achieved under Sir Alex Ferguson." Shearer added: "I'm delighted that Alex Ferguson has been honored alongside his players and managers. He's been a true legend in English football, and he'll always be remembered as one of the greatest managers ever." The night's other major winners included Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, who was named manager of the year, and Liverpool defender Steven Gerrard, who was named assistant manager of the year. The night's other awards went to Arsenal midfielder Alexis Sanchez, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling, Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard, and Watford midfielder Wilfried Zaha.
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f the silver Ford Falcon when it collided with a concrete pole and burst into flames on Thursday night in Melbourne's southeast. The teenager, who was wearing a helmet and seatbelt at the time of the incident, was left in an induced coma for weeks and suffered significant burns to her body and blindness in one eye. Despite being expected to die, she has made a miraculous recovery and is now walking from hospital and speaking about the incident that changed her life forever.
Ms Pringle, who is currently in a critical condition and unable to remember the crash, said she was left in an induced coma for weeks after suffering significant burns to her body and blindness in one eye. However, despite the trauma she endured, she has managed to walk from hospital and speak about the night that has changed her life forever.
"I've never really felt like I've had anything to overcome, I still feel really normal, I guess we could call that my fighting spirit," she told the Herald Sun. "I just really learnt to laugh and see the brighter side of things."
The only thing Ms Pringle has trouble with is knowing what her friends will face for a silly mistake. She said that while she was involved in a street race with two friends, they were not aware of the potential consequences of their actions.
The crash occurred on June 5 in Melbourne's southeast and police believe it was a street racing accident. Two of Ms Pringle's friends, Sam Newman and Brodie McGregor, were also charged over the crash.
Despite facing legal consequences, Ms Pringle is grateful for the support she received during her recovery. She said that her friends were there for her every step of the way and provided emotional support during a difficult time.
"I'm very thankful for all the people who have helped me through this," she said. "I can't imagine how hard it must have been for them."
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Welsh gymnast Frankie Jones has won the David Dixon Award for her outstanding Commonwealth Games performance. The prize goes to a single athlete at each Games based on their overall performance, contribution to their team and commitment to fair play. Jones proved the catalyst and inspiration to the best Welsh performance of all time at a Commonwealth Games.
The 23-year-old won six medals in the rhythmic gymnastic competitions, the final one being gold - Wales' first of the Games - in the individual ribbon. Jones' exceptional achievements have not gone unnoticed, with her fellow athletes praising her dedication and skill.
Jones' success was particularly impressive given that she had only recently made her senior international debut at the age of 16. Her rise through the ranks has been nothing short of meteoric, and it is clear that she has earned this prestigious award.
The Commonwealth Games Federation chairman, speaking on behalf of the organization, praised Jones' performance and highlighted her importance to the Welsh team. "Frankie Jones has been a shining light for our team and for Wales as a whole," he said. "Her talent and determination have inspired many and we are grateful to her for her contribution to our success at these Games."
While Jones took home the David Dixon Award, it is important to note that she is just one of many talented athletes who have contributed to Wales' success at this year's Commonwealth Games. Other notable performers include gymnasts Jessica Ennis-Hill and Laura Muir, as well as rowers Rhys Williams and Rhys Davies.
The David Dixon Award serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of all athletes who compete in the Commonwealth Games, regardless of their individual achievements. It is a recognition of their efforts on behalf of their countries and their commitment to fair play.
As Jones continues to represent Wales on the world stage, it will be interesting to see what else she achieves in future competitions. With her exceptional skills and passion for rhythmic gymnastics, there is no doubt that she will continue to inspire others for years to come.
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The Grammy-winning singer Natalie Cole has been making a remarkable recovery after a kidney transplant surgery. The 59-year-old Cole was critically ill with end-stage renal disease and had to undergo the life-saving procedure in May. She is now "really doing well" according to Cole, who spoke at the Harold Pump Foundation Gala in Beverly Hills to honor Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Bill Russell.
Cole's recovery is particularly significant as she has faced numerous challenges over the years, including her husband Axl Rose's death in 2017. However, her determination to continue performing and raise awareness for her cause has been admirable.
The Los Angeles-based singer, whose sisters live in Florida, has been receiving substantial support from friends and family during her hospital stay. Cole expressed gratitude for the kindness shown by her fans and fellow performers, saying, "I had people come and see me every day in the hospital for 10 days."
Cole's announcement of a Hollywood Bowl comeback performance adds another layer of excitement to her story. This comeback will be a testament to her resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
As she continues on her path to recovery and performances, Cole's journey serves as an inspiration to many. Her story highlights the importance of perseverance, support from loved ones, and the power of community in overcoming life's challenges.
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The crisis facing British pig farmers is a stark reminder of the interconnectedness of global food production and trade. As crops around the world struggle with poor weather conditions, pig farmers are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain their operations. This situation is particularly challenging for small and medium-sized producers who rely on subsidies and other government support to survive.
The problem is compounded by the fact that many supermarkets continue to source cheaper pork from abroad, which is often produced in countries with less stringent welfare standards. This has led to concerns among British pig farmers about the quality of imported products.
In response to this crisis, pig farmers are appealing to shoppers to "Buy British" in order to support the nation's farmers and maintain the high standards of welfare that have made British pig farming so successful. The "Red Tractor" logo, which can be found on British-produced products, serves as a clear sign that these items meet strict welfare standards.
While the crisis may be severe, it is important to remember that there are still ways for consumers to enjoy British bacon and other pork products. By supporting local producers and choosing products with the "Red Tractor" logo, shoppers can help ensure that British pig farmers continue to thrive and provide high-quality, sustainably raised pork.
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That year, the middle class represented 55% of the population. The Pew report also found that in 1971, the average family earned $34, 000 and had $21, 000 in annual income. In 1991, those figures were $48, 400 and $26, 900. As of 2016, the Pew report showed that the middle class's share of income had fallen to 44%, and their share of household income was down to $22, 700. In other words, since the Reagan administration, the middle class has lost almost half its income share. This is a trend that is unlikely to change anytime soon. The Pew report also found that from 1971 to 2016, the share of income earned by those at or below the poverty line rose from 8% to 15%. From 1971 to 2016, those earning at least four times what the federal poverty level is now saw their share of income rise from 37% to 56%. The bottom line is that it's not just about jobs or unemployment. It's about wages. And wages have been stagnant. Since President Obama took office in 2009, median weekly earnings for full-time workers have increased by less than one-third of a percent. That's less than inflation. And even though productivity has increased by more than 25% since then, workers haven't seen a penny of the gains in productivity. So while Republicans like to say they can create jobs and lower taxes, they're not doing it for most Americans. They're doing it for themselves. And that's why they don't like this "better off" question. They know that if they were honest about what they've done for the middle class over the past four years, people would realize that they're not helping most Americans at all.
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Identical twins have appeared in court charged with the rape of the same woman. Mohammed and Aftab Asghar were arrested after DNA evidence allegedly linked one – or both – of them to the crime. Prosecutors will almost certainly need to use other evidence to build their case. Accused: The pair of identical twins, aged 22, have appeared in court charged with rape.
Identical twins have matching DNA, according to the Forensic Science Service, so a case based solely on such evidence may well fail because prosecutors would be unable to isolate who was responsible for the alleged rape. Police and the Crown Prosecution Service are still trying to determine whether they should combine or separate the charges against the twins.
The Asghars have denied any involvement in the alleged crime. They claim that they were not present at the scene of the incident and that there is no evidence linking them to the alleged victim. The defense team has also pointed out that there is no physical evidence linking them to the crime.
The trial is expected to be a significant test of how DNA evidence is used in criminal investigations and prosecutions. It could also serve as a reminder of the importance of cross-examination and expert testimony in building a strong case against suspects.
The Asghars' trial is likely to be a significant event in British criminal justice history, as it will be the first time that identical twins have been charged with a sexual offense in England and Wales.
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endum . Pressing the flesh: Gordon Brown with his wife Sarah. They met retired policeman Roy Nicol in Kirkcaldy, Fife . The remaining 18 per cent who say they will definitely take part in the September 18 referendum are undecided, according to the TNS survey. This suggests the fate of the Union lies in the hands of 600,000 wavering voters. A year ago the No campaign was ahead by 22 points. Yesterday, the pound fell by about 1.3 per cent against the US dollar to a ten-month low of $1.61 – and economists predicted a further, more dramatic slump in the event of the Scots voting to leave the UK. Prime Minister David Cameron, leaving 10 Downing Street today, has agreed to hand more powers to Holyrood if Scottish voters reject independence . British government debt was also shunned by international investors as separatists threatened to default on their share if they are not allowed to keep the pound. The market value of RBS, Lloyds and Stagecoach, fell by more than a combined £2billion. Michael Hewson, an analyst at CMC Markets, said: ‘Investors had dismissed the prospect of a Yes vote as an outlier, but recent opinion polls have shifted that perception and this has been no better demonstrated than by the plunge in sterling today. ‘One thing is certain, if we get this sort of volatility on the prospect of a Yes vote, can you imagine the reaction if we do get a Yes vote? It’s not likely to be pretty.’ Hollywood star Alan Cumming (centre left) joins with Scotland's Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon (centre right) to campaign for the yes vote in Glasgow today - despite not living in the country or being able to vote . Appearing at a rally in Midlothian last night, Mr Brown proposed that a cross-party agreement on further powers for Scotland should be reached by St Andrew’s Day and draft laws ready by Burns Night, on January 25 next year. Labour leader Ed Miliband, who is facing mounting criticism over the collapse in support for the Union among Labour voters, immediately backed the intervention from his predecessor. Speaking to the TUC in Liverpool, he promised that an incoming Labour government would ‘act immediately’ on further devolution. Though Chancellor George Osborne trailed an announcement on a cross-party agreement on a devolution timetable at the weekend, there was surprise at Westminster that Mr Brown had made it. Mr Cameron is not thought to have been consulted beforehand, but Downing Street last night welcomed Mr Brown’s proposals. All three main Westminster parties have previously promised new powers for Scotland on tax and welfare in the event of a No vote, but differ on the details. That inconsistency has been seized on by the nationalists who say the offers are a smokescreen. Better Together campaigners gather in the Grassmarket listen to Jim Murphy Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, as he continues his 100 towns in 100 days tour against independence .
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The villages of Kasovo, Novy Lokatui and Lokatui all have just one male resident each, say official statistics. The villages of Kasovo, Novy Lokatui and Lokatui all have just one male resident each, say official statistics.
In a remarkable twist, these remote hamlets in the vast Krasnoyarsk region of Siberia boast populations that are almost entirely comprised of men. This unique demographic phenomenon has been revealed in official census data, highlighting the extreme isolation and stark living conditions of these isolated communities.
The villages in this region are located in some of the most inhospitable parts of Russia, with rugged terrain and harsh climate conditions. The lack of women is not due to cultural or religious reasons but rather a result of the extreme remoteness and scarcity of resources in these areas.
The official figures also indicate that several other villages have only a few males, ranging from four to five residents. This suggests that the isolation and harsh living conditions may be contributing to a higher male population density in these regions.
Despite the lack of women, these villages are not completely devoid of life. They are home to a variety of local customs and traditions, including traditional rituals and festivals that are specific to the area. The men in these communities often engage in various forms of economic activities such as hunting or fishing, which helps sustain their way of life.
The lack of women in these villages raises questions about the social implications and potential challenges that may arise from such an extreme demographic shift. It is important to consider how such a situation might affect the overall well-being and quality of life for the men who make up these isolated communities.
As the Russian government continues to work on developing infrastructure and improving living conditions in these remote regions, it will be interesting to see how the situation with regard to gender composition evolves over time.
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ut her bay gelding High Kingdom through his paces in the first horse inspection ahead of the main event . Back to the day job: Zara will compete with Team Great Britain at the World Equestrian Games in France next week and hopes to secure her team's place at the 2016 Olympics . Going for gold: Zara told the BBC this week that she and her team want to make sure they've got that Olympic qualification as well as bring back some medals . Tense: The World Equestrian Games are held every four years and the top six nation's teams in the team eventing contest, the top five showjumping teams and the top three dressage and para-dressage teams will qualify . Dreams: Zara recently explained that securing Britain's place at the Olympics would be 'huge' Zara has been working hard in the run up to the Normandy competition, with regular appearances on courses all over the UK in recent months. Her determination to do well hasn't entirely put a stop to her social life however - just last month, she was seen enjoying the action alongside Tom Cruise at the Glorious Goodwood race meet on the Sussex Downs. She also found time to put in an appearance at Royal Ascot, joined by husband Mike Tindall and cousin Prince Harry in June, as well as taking time out for Prince George's first birthday celebration late last month. Alongside Mr Tindall, she and baby daughter Mia were seen being driven into Kensington Palace for George's Peter Rabbit themed first birthday party. Crunch time: Zara prepares to battle it out for a place in the GB team for Rio 2016 . Happy to be back on the saddle: Zara, who recently became a mother to baby Mia with Mike Tindall, looked thrilled to be back with High Kingdom .
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Arsenal forward Theo Walcott hailed a 'great victory' as Arsenal hammered Aston Villa 5-0 at the Emirates. Olivier Giroud opened the scoring for the Gunners after a delightful touch from Mesut Ozil. Giroud then turned provider for Ozil who added a second after 56 minutes before Walcott added a third seven minutes later. Brad Guzan brought down Chuba Akpom and Santi Cazorla made it four from the spot before Hector Bellerin made it five in injury time. VIDEO Scroll down for Arsene Wenger: Theo Walcott can score in any game . Arsenal forward Theo Walcott (centre) strokes home his side's third goal in their 5-0 win against Aston Villa . Walcott, who is on loan from Everton, has been one of the standout performers for the Gunners this season, scoring 12 goals in all competitions so far this year. The 27-year-old former England international has been an important part of Arsenal's midfield, providing the assists that have helped his teammates score goals. In addition to his attacking prowess, Walcott has also shown great leadership on and off the pitch, earning praise from both his teammates and managers alike. His experience and knowledge of the game have been invaluable to the team, helping them to navigate through difficult periods and turn them into victories. Despite not being given a start by manager Arsene Wenger in recent matches, Walcott has been vocal about his desire to play more regularly for the club. "I think I'm playing enough," he told BBC Sport. "I want to be more involved in games." This season, Walcott has been a key player for Arsenal, contributing significantly to their success with his goal-scoring abilities and tactical understanding. His impact on the team cannot be overstated, and as they prepare for their upcoming challenges, it will be interesting to see how he continues to contribute to their campaign.
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very concerned for Garry's welfare and urge anyone who believes they have seen him to contact police urgently and not to approach him. 'We hope people in the area are reassured that we doing everything possible to trace Mr Foster.' Mr Foster is believed to be using his Mitsubishi Pajero, which is blue and silver in colour with distinctive yellow fog lights. Police have released an image of the car in a bid to trace Mr Foster. A West Midlands Police spokesman said: 'Police have carried out house to house enquiries in the area and are linking in with colleagues from Staffordshire Police and West Mercia Police as part of the investigation, as he is known to frequent the countryside areas to the west of Wolverhampton, towards Bridgnorth and Kidderminster. 'He also has links with Suckley, Alfrick, Clifton-upon-Teme in Worcestershire and Claverley. 'Police plan to use specialist search teams and the force helicopter to find Mr Foster.' Mr Foster, who has two grown-up children, is described as a white man, of medium build, with dark, receding and greying hair. He has a greying moustache with a goatee beard. When last seen he was wearing a grey t-shirt and black jeans. Share what you think . The comments below have been moderated in advance. hilicheal, . london, United Kingdom, . 19 hours ago . ok got it ,big scary guy with a shotgun stay away thanks for that,because i normally make a beeline for people like that . The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules.
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ver it straight to their doors. Angel: Donna Docherty, 40, charges £5 to pick up anything from McDonald's to Wagamama . 'I’ve . been preparing for New Years’ Day for weeks now - stockpiling the . medication and bottles of fizzy drinks, and mapping which takeaways are . open for me to collect food from. 'Most . people would hate the thought of working on January 1, but I love it. My customers are never rude, they’re always so pleased to see me - it’s . great to be the person who can spread a bit of happiness.' She . started the unusual business, Hangover Angels, six months ago when she . was made redundant from her job at a supermarket this summer. It was an instant success, with customers flocking by the day as the festive season rolls on. Customers pay a set price of £5 for local delivery - but Ms Docherty is willing to travel further for more. Ms . Docherty said: 'One day in the summer, me and my friend had spent too . many nights in the beer garden at our local and had nursed countless . hangovers. 'I was lying there, head . pounding, thinking: "If only McDonald’s delivered" - and it was as if a . lightbulb switched on in my head. 'Now I don’t get chance to go out, because I have to look after everyone else the next morning. 'I usually deliver to 30 people on an average Sunday, but that’s gone up over the festive period. 'I have to stock up on all my supplies because I don’t want to upset my customers by running out. 'There aren’t any shops open on New Year’s Day, so I need to make sure I have everything my hungover customers might need. Ms Docherty has set up a website detailing her services and allowing people to place orders . 'The most popular item I’m asked to deliver is a McDonald’s sausage and egg McMuffin - it’s the most popular hangover cure. 'But bacon butties, KFC and Big Macs are close behind - as well as packets of paracetmol and fizzy drinks. 'Bring on the hangovers, I’ll be standing by the Bat phone and ready to deliver those vital hangover cures.'
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ped five stone so she could have transplant surgery . At 11 stone five pounds, she is a shadow of her former self and is counting the days until the transplant surgery - which carries a one-in-3,000 risk of death. Mrs Moule said: 'David is my best friend as well as my husband and I honestly cannot imagine not having him with me. Devoted: Mrs Moule said 'I would not want to be here without him' 'I would not want to be here without him and I know that by losing this weight it will make my life better as well. 'We will be able to do so much more.' Mr Moule, a retired research engineer, was first diagnosed with kidney disease more than 20 years ago. He now suffers from End Stage kidney failure, a deteriorating condition that has no cure. Mrs Moule said: 'When we were first told we thought that was it, all over. David’s condition affects everything - he gets very tired and only has to be active for about five minutes before he has to rest. 'But we were told it was only ever going to get worse. 'The hospital mentioned a transplant and asked if there was anyone in the family who could help. 'I immediately wanted to help but the fact was I was obese. The doctor took one look at me and said "No, you are too fat.£' Mr Moule, a retired research engineer, says he has mixed feelings about his wife’s sacrifice. He added: 'For me there are mixed feelings, especially about putting Pat through this but I can see how this can make our life a lot better. 'The reality is I am only going to get worse. 'My fear is if it doesn’t work Pat will have gone through all of this for nothing.' Mrs Moule is more optimistic. 'I am not thinking about it not working,' she said. 'If I don’t do this I would always think ‘what if?’ for the rest of my life. 'At least I will know I have done everything I can do. He is everything to me.' The couple are still waiting for a date for surgery.
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like a mini computer. It can connect to the Internet, play games and even display text. Sony is also introducing the Sony SmartBand, which is a smartwatch that can be connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth. The watch has a touch screen and can track your heart rate, blood pressure and other health metrics.
Other companies are also making efforts to make wearables more fashionable. For example, the Samsung Galaxy Gear is a smartwatch that looks like a traditional watch but also includes features like notifications and GPS. The Apple Watch, on the other hand, looks more like a traditional watch but also has features like a heart rate monitor and GPS.
One of the biggest challenges facing wearables is getting people to wear them. Many people find wearing a device on their wrist or arm uncomfortable or unattractive. To make wearables more appealing, some companies are incorporating fashion elements into their designs. For example, the Nike FuelBand has a colorful design that makes it stand out from other fitness trackers.
Another challenge for wearables is cost. Many of these devices are still relatively expensive, which can make them less accessible to people who want to use them. Some companies are working to reduce the cost of their products by using cheaper materials and reducing the size of their sensors.
Overall, wearable technology is an exciting area of innovation that has the potential to change how we interact with technology in our daily lives. While there are still challenges to overcome, it's clear that wearables will continue to grow in popularity as they become more affordable and more stylish.
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ment. "I ran for office in part to end our war in Iraq," he said. "As commander in chief, I will not allow the United States to be dragged into fighting another war in Iraq." It was as if he was reassuring himself as much as the American public. Time and time again, this President has been drawn into decisions that threaten to undermine his chief foreign policy narrative: killing Osama Bin Laden, ending two unpopular wars. When the Islamic radicals were gaining strength in early summer, GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham described the President as "stubborn-headed, delusional, detached." He argued at that time that the President should "put air power into the game." He went to the White House and told the President as much. But the President waited. The U.S. wanted a new Iraqi government in place -- and hopefully Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki gone -- before moving on ISIS. So he sent some noncombat special forces troops to get some eyes on the situation on the ground, but declined to use American air power at that time. But now he's up against the wall, and he's acting, which is the right thing to do. Still, no matter how limited -- and no matter how commendable -- this decision, the obvious questions now arise: Even though this mission is carefully, and narrowly, defined, what happens if the unexpected happens and the mission escalates? Would the U.S. turn away? Would we arm moderates, as we have refused to do elsewhere? And speaking of Syria, how does this decision apply there -- if at all? Some argue that the problem in Syria has gotten so far past the point where a carefully targeted use of air power would have any impact. Then the question becomes: How does the United States make its humanitarian and moral decisions? In a larger sense, what are the guidelines that govern these difficult foreign policy decisions? The President ought to talk some more to the American people about that part of his thinking. We already know his obvious rules of the game that now govern military involvement: no boots on the ground, no long-term commitments, just humanitarian efforts. The pillar for his foreign policy seems to be: Stay out of trouble. But the natural question to then ask is whether this credo doesn't just generate more trouble over time. At this point, it's hard to know. We all agree that not many of us want to be "dragged," as the President put it, into fighting another war in Iraq. We all understand the President's sense about the limits of American involvement in military conflict. So we are all clear on what he won't do. We're still not sure about what he will do -- and maybe neither is he.
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The fire was contained, and the Hercules 265 was towed to a safe distance as workers prepared to evacuate the rig. The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) had been monitoring the situation closely, and a third vessel equipped with firefighting capabilities and an improved monitoring system was expected to arrive around midday.
Meanwhile, Coast Guard cutter was on hand to assess the situation and enforce the security zone, while another cutter was en route. Forty-four workers were evacuated from the rig earlier Tuesday after a blowout occurred, officials said. Crew members aboard the Hercules 265 were preparing the well for production when they hit an unexpected pocket of gas.
No injuries were reported in the incident, and natural gas was leaking at the site. The Hercules 265 was towed to a safe distance as workers prepared to evacuate the rig. The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) had been monitoring the situation closely, and a third vessel equipped with firefighting capabilities and an improved monitoring system was expected to arrive around midday.
Meanwhile, Coast Guard cutter was on hand to assess the situation and enforce the security zone, while another cutter was en route. Forty-four workers were evacuated from the rig earlier Tuesday after a blowout occurred, officials said. Crew members aboard the Hercules 265 were preparing the well for production when they hit an unexpected pocket of gas. No injuries were reported in the incident, and natural gas was leaking at the site.
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Liberty Ross, who is being awarded a multi-million pound settlement in her divorce from film director Rupert Sanders. She was left devastated when her philandering husband was caught publicly cheating on her with Twilight starlet Kristen Stewart. Now stunning model Liberty Ross has had the last laugh with a multi-million-pound divorce deal which hits her cheating ex where it hurts – in his wallet. Ross, 35, was heartbroken when her director husband Rupert Sanders was photographed in an intimate embrace with 24-year-old Stewart in a Hollywood car park in 2012. But in court papers filed in Los Angeles last week she proved revenge is a dish best served cold as it was revealed she will keep three of the couple’s four homes, earn £23,000 a month in spousal and child support and a percentage of some of his future film earnings. The 31-page document filed in LA Superior Court – which cites the grounds for divorce as 'irreconcilable differences' – also awards Ross eight per cent of Sanders' gross income exceeding £1 million a year, half his pension plan – and even half of his credit card reward points. Vogue model Ross, who will remain in the couple's £1.2 million Hollywood Hills home and gets ownership of two other properties in London's Waterloo and Ladbroke Grove, will also receive half of Sanders' ongoing earnings for Snow White And The Huntsman in which, ironically, she played Stewart's mother Queen Eleanor. The film has earned more than £230 million at the box office. Sanders, 43, who issued a grovelling apology to his 'beautiful wife and heavenly children' after being caught cheating, keeps just the couple's Malibu home, a 1970 Volkswagen van and a 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. The pair have agreed to joint custody of daughter Skylar, nine, and son Tennyson, six.
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By Martin Domin Follow @@martin_domin Arsenal have announced Europcar as the club's official car and van rental partner. Fresh from their convincing Community Shield win over Manchester City at Wembley on Sunday, the Gunners have agreed a three-year deal with Europe's leading car rental company.
As part of the deal, Europcar's branding will be displayed at the Emirates during Premier League and domestic cup matches. The company will also help fans traveling to away games throughout the season. Done deal: Calum Chambers, Wojciech Szczesny and Kieran Gibbs help announce Arsenal's new partnership.
Arsenal's Sales and Marketing Director Vinai Venkatesham welcomed the agreement. He said, "We are delighted to be partnering with Europcar for the next three years. We are already working closely together to provide our players with high-quality vehicles for training and travel purposes."
The partnership comes as Arsenal prepares to face fierce competition from other car rental companies in the Premier League market. Europcar has been a consistent player in this market for several years, offering competitive rates and reliable service to its customers.
With Europcar's support, Arsenal is confident that it can continue to provide its players with the best possible facilities for their training and travel needs. This partnership is expected to benefit both the club and its fans by ensuring that they have access to high-quality vehicles for their trips to away games.
The announcement of this new partnership marks another step in Arsenal's efforts to enhance its fan experience and ensure that its players have all the resources they need to perform at their best. With Europcar's support, Arsenal is poised to continue its successful run in the Premier League and beyond.
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onfident about my looks beforehand, but it made me really insecure. 'I'm starting to feel better about myself now and I want to use the pageant to raise awareness of thyroid cancer. 'It goes under the radar a bit and doesn't get as much press as it should.' Clemmie spent much of the summer in hospital recovering from surgery . Clemmie wasn't aware of the massive lump in her throat and only went to the doctor after weeks of being tired. As an avid horse rider, she was used to getting up early and being very active. All of a sudden the 18-year-old found it impossible to get out of bed and was constantly drained of energy. Clemmie said: 'I felt silly going to the doctors 'just' because I was tired. 'The doctor asked me to swallow and immediately noticed the lump in my throat. 'I had a biopsy that didn't show anything but a subsequent CT scan showed I had 20 tumours in my throat - one was even the size of a satsuma. The scar that was left after surgery left Clemmie feeling insecure about her looks . 'After they confirmed it was cancer I had a course of radio-iodine treatment to kill off the cancerous cells.' Since recovering from her treatment, and subsequently celebrating her 18th birthday, Clemmie has raised more than £1000 for thyroid cancer charities. She is hoping that by appearing- and hopefully winning - in the finals of Miss Worcestershire on Sunday November 2 will increase donations. The 18-year-old said: 'Of course I'd love to win - just like all of the girls involved. 'The main thing for me though is to raise awareness and make sure people are more aware of the symptoms. 'Fingers crossed we can make a bit more money too!'
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The 18-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday morning at his uncle's home. The arrest was made after a police officer on duty noticed the suspect walking along the sidewalk where he allegedly attacked the woman. The CCTV footage captured the suspect walking behind Odila Orozco, who was carrying her two-month-old son Jordy. The suspect then approached her from behind and kicked her in the back.
The victim, Odila Orozco, identified herself to the police and expressed her gratitude towards both the man and the baby. She also thanked the police for their efforts in apprehending the suspect. The NYPD released a mugshot of Brown to help catch him.
Brown apologized to both victims and acknowledged his actions. He stated that he was upset about a misunderstanding with his mother and had taken it out on her. He expressed his regret for his actions and promised to do whatever it takes to make things right.
The incident has sparked outrage and calls for justice in the community. The NYPD is investigating the case further to determine if there are any other suspects involved in the attack.
The arrest of Alonzo Brown marks another disturbing incident in a city known for its high crime rate. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in keeping communities safe and ensuring justice is served for all residents.
As news of this case spreads, it will be important for authorities to continue their efforts to apprehend Brown and bring those responsible for such heinous acts to justice.
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The new collection, which includes coats, blouses, skirts, a croc clutch, leather gloves and more, is designed to evoke 'simplicity, elegance and sophistication'. The store hopes that the new collection will appeal to women of all ages and sizes.
The new range is designed to evoke 'simplicity, elegance and sophistication' and the store say they hope to offer 'modern-day ladylike glamour combined with structured fits and clean lines'.
And all with a purse-friendly price tag.
The new collection includes coats, blouses, skirts, a croc clutch, leather gloves and more. It includes monochrome pieces as well as stripes, geometrical prints and bold mono-blocking. There are also plenty of subtle colour injections with tones of emerald, claret, rust, teal and cobalt.
The new collection is designed to be wearable for every woman and is priced at £65 for a coat and £28 for a bag. The store says that the collection is a measured mix of clever pieces and wardrobe essentials that have created a very wearable and confident collection.
The new collection is aimed at women of all ages and sizes. It includes monochrome pieces as well as stripes, geometrical prints and bold mono-blocking. There are also plenty of subtle colour injections with tones of emerald, claret, rust, teal and cobalt.
The new collection is designed to be wearable for every woman and is priced at £65 for a coat and £28 for a bag. The store says that the collection is a measured mix of clever pieces and wardrobe essentials that have created a very wearable and confident collection.
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frog . The new evidence of the frog’s behaviour, witnessed in the Sulawesi Island (marked on the map) rainforests in Indonesia. The unusual member of the Asian group of fanged frogs was originally found by Indonesian researcher Djoko Iskandar decades ago . Unusual features: 'Fangs' for fighting and its ability to give birth to tadpoles - the only known species of frog to do so out of 6,455. Breeding: The species is one of 12 to have evolved internal fertilisation. Usually, the male grips the female in amplexus - known as the frog mating embrace - and releases sperm as the eggs are released by the female, outside of her body. The eggs, or frogspawn, mature through stages including the aquatic tadpole larval phase, typically limbless with a tail that propels it through the water. Family: The Asian group of fanged frogs . Habitat: Indonesian rainforests in small streams and puddles . Size: One and two-inches long (4cm) Weight: Less than two-tenths of an ounce (5g) ‘Reproduction in most frogs could not be more different from human reproduction. 'In this case, what is most interesting, ironically, is that the reproductive mode is more similar to our own,’ Dr McGuire said. The new evidence of the frog’s behaviour, witnessed in the Sulawesi Island rainforests, is published in the journal Plos One. ‘Almost all frogs in the world - more than 6,000 species - have external fertilisation, where the male grips the female in amplexus (the frog mating embrace) and releases sperm as the eggs are released by the female,’ Dr McGuire said. Those eggs, or frogspawn, mature through stages including the aquatic tadpole larval phase, typically limbless with a tail that propels it through the water. ‘This new frog is one of only 10 or 12 species that has evolved internal fertilisation, and of those, it is the only one that gives birth to tadpoles as opposed to froglets or laying fertilised eggs,’ he added. Dr McGuire said: ‘It's totally unclear why this mode of reproduction has not evolved more frequently. ‘My favourite topic when it comes to frog evolution and diversification is the bewildering variation in reproductive modes that occur. Frogs exhibit all sorts of interesting twists.’ Some frogs in Africa that also engage in internal fertilisation are known to give birth to froglets that never go through the tadpole stage. Others carry eggs in pouches on their back, brood tadpoles in their vocal sac or mouth, or transport tadpoles in pouches on their backs and sides. Two known species of female gastric brooding frogs, both of which are now extinct, were famous for swallowing their fertilised eggs, brooding them in their stomach, and giving birth out of their mouths to froglets. The fanged female frog is pictured right with the live tadpoles offspring behind her. The new evidence of the frog’s behaviour, witnessed in the Sulawesi Island rainforests, is published in the journal Plos One . Almost all frogs in the world - more than 6,000 species - have external fertilisation, where the male grips the female in amplexus - known as the frog mating embrace, illustrated with a stock image - and releases sperm as the eggs are released by the female .
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In a remarkable chapter of NYPD history, Chief Joanne Jaffe has come full circle, becoming a mother to the sole survivor of the 1984 Palm Sunday Massacre. The tragic event, which left ten people dead in Brooklyn, was one of New York's most horrific mass killings in recent memory. Amidst the carnage, Officer Joanne Jaffe found herself tasked with responding to the scene and saving the life of Christina Rivera, a 13-month-old girl.
Thirty years later, Jaffe has not only saved Rivera's life but also adopted her as her own daughter. The journey from a young police officer responding to a horrific crime to becoming a loving mother is one that few can truly comprehend. "I was assigned to her and fell in love with her," Jaffe said in an interview with the New York Times. "I couldn't imagine anything else."
Rivera's story is one of resilience and determination. Despite the unimaginable trauma she endured at such a young age, Rivera has grown into a strong woman, now 31 years old. Her adoption by Jaffe marks not just a personal connection but also a significant moment in NYPD history.
Rivera's mother, Carmen Perez, still holds onto the food she had been giving her before the tragedy. This act of preservation serves as a poignant reminder of the devastation that occurred on that fateful day. Today, Rivera lives with Jaffe in New York City, where she continues to be an advocate for survivors of domestic violence and victims of sexual assault.
The story of Chief Joanne Jaffe and her adopted daughter Christina Rivera is one of hope and redemption. It serves as a testament to the power of love and resilience in the face of unimaginable tragedy. As Rivera grows older, she will continue to carry forward the legacy set by her mother's unwavering love and sacrifice.
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The draw for the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada has been announced, with England's top-tier women's team facing off against France, Colombia and Mexico in the group stage. Manager Mark Sampson's side has won all 10 of their qualifying matches and conceded just once in the process, setting high expectations for their performance at the tournament.
The draw was conducted at the Canadian Museum of History in Ottawa, with seeds placed as follows: France, ranked highest; Colombia, second; Mexico, third; and England, fourth. The draw ensures that each team will play against a different opponent in their group stage opponents.
Manager Sampson has expressed confidence in his players' ability to perform well in the upcoming tournament. "We've worked hard to prepare our team for this challenge," he said. "We're looking forward to representing our country on the world stage."
England's top scorer Jane Moore led the way for the team during their qualifying matches, scoring three goals in total. Her performance has been praised by both her teammates and Sampson, who has encouraged her to continue playing at a high level.
As England prepares for their group stage matches, they will be looking to build on their success from previous World Cup appearances. They reached the quarter-finals in each of their three previous tournaments, showcasing their potential as one of the strongest teams in women's soccer.
With their draw now confirmed and preparations underway, England's women's team is eager to prove themselves at the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada.
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drew a cinematic parallel. 'Looks like the scene in Fargo were Steve Buscemi is going through the wood chipper...' wrote Mary Mahoney. National news outlets have picked up on the Kansas City fountain put-downs, as well. Let's go, honey: Passersby were treated to a ghastly scene in Kansas City after the failed attempt at showing team spirit . Gory geysers: As the day progressed, the gory frozen geyser progressed from crimson-spattered wonderland to a fleshy pink wasteland . 'Looks like something horrible happened': Pinkish ice and slush shot out of the fountain, which freezes every year into what are usually more pleasant frozen piles . 'Looks like the scene in Fargo were Steve Bushemi is going through the wood chipper,' said one Facebook commenter . 'Sadly, Frosty The Snowman met an untimely demise...' wrote Facebook user Katie Chappelle . USA Today wrote: 'It just looks like there should be police tape around the whole thing' and said the fountain looked like 'something from a horror movie.' 'It looks like something horrible happened here,' wrote Deadspin. While the widespread ridicule of its attempt at showing team pride undoubtedly hurts for the folks of Kansas City, what happened afterwards probably hurts worse. More tranquil times: The fountain is the city's only one that stays on year-round and becomes a spectacle every year when it freezes . 'This is the first time we have attempted to dye a frozen fountain. #ChiefsKingdom,¿ wrote the Kansas City, Missouri Parks and Recreation Department on its Facebook page. Temperatures in Kansas City were expected to dip to zero by Monday evening, making it likely that any pink ice that remains in the fountain won't be melting away any time soon . Hopes were high on Saturday that the Chiefs would break their record streak of seven losing post-season games. Kansas City had raced to a 31-10 halftime lead against the Colts and then took advantage of an interception early in the third quarter to tack on a touchdown that several Chiefs would say later should have sealed the game. But a dismal second half performance ended the game with a painful 45-44 loss for the Chiefs in Indianapolis. '"Attempt" is the key word,' mocked Facebook user Mark Frazier .
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of an executive assistant, a younger man who accepts abuse as a media-industry hazing ritual. And there the two would remain, locked in mutual disdain, except for Margaret's fatal flaw -- she's Canadian. (So is "X-Men's" Wolverine; I thought our neighbors to the north were supposed to be nice.) Margaret, with her visa expired, faces deportation and makes the snap executive decision to marry Andrew in a green-card wedding. It's an offer the underling can't refuse if he wants to keep his job. (A sexual-harassment lawsuit would ruin the movie's mood.) OK, he says. But first comes a visit to the groom-to-be's family in Alaska. Amusing complications ensue. Something new: The chemical energy between Bullock and Reynolds is fresh and irresistible. In her mid-40s, Bullock has finessed her dewy America's Sweetheart comedy skills to a mature, pearly texture; she's lovable both as an uptight careerist in a pencil skirt and stilettos, and as a lonely lady in a flapping plaid bathrobe. Reynolds, meanwhile, is just refining his dry comedy thing, learning to get the most from his deceptive cute-face looks. Who knew these two would, hmmm, complete each other? Working together, both are surer and more disciplined in delivering their comedy goods. iReport.com: "Proposal" has "plenty of laughs" Something borrowed: The boisterous family dynamics. The eccentric supporting players (none more extreme than Oscar Nunez from "The Office"). The snappy screwball dialogue in Pete Chiarelli's script. And the way Anne Fletcher directs like a camp counselor wrangling bunkmates ... it's all been seen before. For a reason. These elements work. Something blue: As the wise and saucy matriarch of the family, the divine 87-year-old Betty White has fun as one hot grandma -- and inspires her younger stars to say "I do," too. EW Grade: B+ . CLICK HERE to Try 2 RISK FREE issues of Entertainment Weekly . Copyright 2009 Entertainment Weekly and Time Inc. All rights reserved.
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up. Receptionists will ask all new patients from the EU – including British citizens – to present their EHIC card when registering with surgery. Many British patients have these cards but if they do not they should be able to use their passport or other form of identity as proof they are entitled to NHS care. Patients from other EU countries will be recorded on a computer system so that NHS officials can compile a bill for the costs of their GP appointment and any further treatment. Currently, certain NHS services – including GP appointments, A&E, maternity and any treatment deemed urgent or life-threatening – are free for everyone. But overseas patients – which include anyone who has lived here for less than 12 months – are meant to pay for all other hospital treatment, such as X-rays, consultations and operations. In reality, however, staff rarely recover these costs at present. GPs are being used to identify those from whom cash can be reclaimed because they are the gateway to the NHS for most patients. Some senior GPs criticised the move, suggesting it would turn them into debt collectors and may prevent seriously ill foreign patients from seeking help. Dr Kailash Chand, deputy chair of the British Medical Association and a retired GP in Lancashire, said: ‘The Health Secretary would be wise to concentrate on the major pressures on the NHS. ‘If this plan comes to fruition it will at best reduce the role of doctors to debt collectors. At worst it will deter them from registering migrants and asylum seekers as well as setting up a new system of charging that could be extended.’ Waste: The NHS is losing an estimated £400million a year simply because it is failing to identify EU patients and claw back the cost of their treatment from their governments. Above, file image . But Dr Dean Marshall, a member of the BMA’s GP committee who has been working on the plans with the Department of Health, said they were designed to get staff used to asking for cards routinely. He added: ‘We need to pilot it and see how much work it is. It will be extra administrative work potentially but it will hopefully clarify who is and who isn’t entitled to NHS care and clearly there is a huge amount of money being spent in the NHS on people who are not entitled to it. What we have been absolutely clear about is that this isn’t about the GPs becoming a police force.’ The Government is consulting on other plans which include making overseas patients pay 150 per cent of the cost of treatment, which would make it profitable for hospitals to chase the bills. Ministers are also consulting on proposals to introduce a £200 annual health levy for migrants who are here longer than six months. The Department of Health said: ‘We are absolutely committed to improving the way the NHS recovers costs from international visitors.’
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line mocking what he claimed were UKIP's policies . Cambridgeshire Police later commented on the controversial investigation on their own Twitter feed . The poster had originally been produced by an online activist who was unknown to Mr Abberton. The 47-year-old, from Ramsey, Cambridgeshire, said two officers arrived at his home, one wearing a bodycam to record evidence. ‘It . did stress me out because I didn’t know what to do,’ he said. ‘I . couldn’t believe it had happened. I’ve never had any contact with police . apart from the odd demo.’ Green party member Mr Abberton, who has often attacked UKIP on his Twitter feed, later described the visit from police on his blog . Lib Dem MP Julian Huppert (left) has hit out after police while Green Party leader Natalie Bennett (right) has branded the police investigation 'disturbing' He added: ‘When they asked me to take the . tweet down they said obviously we can’t force you to do that because of . freedom of speech.’ A police spokesman said officers had intervened because the post was sent out a fortnight before European and local elections. He . added: ‘Inquiries were made as to whether any offences had been . committed under the Representation of the People Act but none were . revealed and no further action was taken.’ The . act forbids the publishing of false statements about candidates ahead . of polls, and bans people from impersonating a candidate. The complaint . came from a Ukip councillor. Emma . Carr of Big Brother Watch said: ‘It is time that the police focus on . bringing to justice those who seek harm, not those who cause offence.’ Peter Burkinshaw, secretary of Ukip’s Cambridge branch, said: ‘I don’t understand why the police would go round.’
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drinks cost out more than $966billion in ancillary healthcare bills and productivity losses as a result - more than $1,660 per resident of the city. Utah, where strong influence from the Mormon church means alcohol is heavily regulated, has the lowest rates of alcohol consumption and - as a result - the lowest costs. Utah residents consumed fewer than 200 drinks each in 2006 and paid just $578 per capita. The shocking figure of $223.5billion is larger than the economies of Ireland and Pakistan. Researchers say it should serve as a wake-up call that the country needs to curb its drinking habit. 'Excessive alcohol use has devastating impacts on individuals, families, communities, and the economy,' CDC Director Dr Tom Frieden said in a statement. 'In addition to injury, illness, disease, and death, it costs our society billions of dollars through reduced work productivity, increased criminal justice expenses, and higher healthcare costs. 'Effective prevention programs can support people in making wise choices about drinking alcohol.' About 42 percent of the cost of heavy drinking was paid by state or federal funds - whether through Medicare and Medicaid or by other government services. That amounted to the largest share of the cost - and less than the cost paid by heavy drinkers and their families. Some 70percent of the costs of excessive alcohol use was incurred by binge drinkers - those who consume five or more drinks in a single sitting. Binge drinkers account for an estimated 70percent of the cost of alcohol abuse in America, the CDC study found . Authors of the study cautioned that the data doesn't include drinkers whose productivity at work is hampered by hangovers. A MailOnline analysis of CDC data shows that New Hampshire had the highest rates of alcohol consumption, with 736 drinks purchased per capita in 2006. Washington, DC, and Nevada were the next highest. However, the CDC points out that in New Hampshire many of the package liquor buyers come from other states and in Nevada - home to Sin City - much of the state's alcohol consumption can be attributed to tourists. The lowest per capita alcohol consumption was in Utah, Oklahoma and Arkansas. The study will be published in the October issue of the American Journal of Preventative Medicine.
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long wait for New York's season to start, and insisted there was no question over his commitment to New York going forward. 'I have signed for New York,' he said. 'The original intention was for that to start on January 1. I signed a Man City agreement in the interim (in August). Now that has obviously changed. I have extended my period here and will join New York later. Lampard insists he is fully committed to his new career in the MLS despite the Manchester City loan . 'That is what has frustrated me, that people were sort of saying "You knew what you were doing",' Lampard added. 'I never would have done that. If I had wanted to come to Man City, then I would stand up and come to Man City. That wouldn't have been a problem. 'And in terms of Man City being "sneaky", they could have signed me on a free anyway if that's what they wanted to do. People mention Financial Fair Play but what difference would that have made? 'No difference. It would have been a slippery move, a dodgy move, for nothing. The fact is I signed for New York, then I signed for Man City in the interim and now it has been extended.' City manager Manuel Pellegrini sought to draw a line under the affair on Friday, saying: 'I think it's an issue which is finished. 'Frank now is here. I know that there a lot of different opinions about Frank, about that. I respect all of them, but the decision is taken already and Frank will stay here until the end of the season.' Lampard has been on loan at Manchester City and joined the Etihad club to keep himself fit for the MLS . The former Chelsea man pictured in action during Manchester City's Premier League clashes .
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strike trio of Emmanuel Adebayor, Roberto Soldado and Harry Kane have scored five domestic goals this season. Adebayor and Kane have two each; Soldado has one. In short: not good enough. Certainly not good enough for a team with aspirations of breaking into the Champions League qualification places. It was Soldado and Kane’s turn to improve upon that dismal record on Wednesday night. But, once more, chance after chance was squandered before Kane tapped in late on to put the result beyond doubt. Mauricio Pochettino may raid Southampton, with the likes of Emmanuel Adebayor (right) underperforming . Roberto Soldado has been disappointing since his move to England last summer from Valencia . Pochettino, upon his arrival from Southampton in the summer, insisted he wanted to give those at the club a chance to ink themselves into his blueprint. But the Argentine knows now he’ll have to buy a new striker in January. His interest in Rodriguez, a player he worked with and helped nurture at St Mary’s, is no secret. There was a willingness, certainly from Pochettino, to strike a deal with the Saints for the England international, whose long-term knee injury meant that Tottenham’s interest cooled. Tottenham striker Harry Kane (left) stretches to beat Aaron Hughes (right) to the ball to score for Spurs . Yet Pochettino inherited this Spurs forward line, and until he is able to stamp his mark on it via the transfer market, he cannot truly call this his side. Those in the corridors of power at White Hart Lane know that, too, and are prepared to fund his move for Rodriguez at the turn of the year. The Spurs boss feels Rodriguez’s pace and movement can help transform his forward line for the final months of the season. Persuading Rodriguez to leave upwardly-mobile Southampton for Spurs might be harder than it sounds, though, and Pochettino will hope his relationship with the striker will lure him to London.
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Pat Major had smashed a bottle of cough mixture in store and it was leaking out of her boot. An innocent grandmother was shocked to be stopped on suspicion of having a dead body in her car. The suspicious bystander had seen the 60-year-old prodding something in the car and red liquid seeping out. In fact, the 'blood' was simply a broken bottle of cough syrup - and the mysterious cargo was her shopping from Asda. The amateur detective had noticed Pat Major struggling to shut the boot of her Nissan Micra in the car park of the Newton Abbot supermarket. She tailed the grandmother in her car as she heeded a warning not to look inside, but was unable to resist curiosity. Inside, she found a small bag containing a few items including some clothing, several toiletries, and a small amount of what appeared to be blood or bodily fluids. The grandmother explained that she had been cleaning up after a recent accident at home, and had accidentally knocked over a bottle of cough syrup while doing so. She had cleaned up the spillage before leaving her car, unaware that it contained blood. The police were called to investigate, but Major was released without charge. The incident sparked outrage in Newton Abbot, with residents calling for tougher punishments for littering and irresponsible behavior on public property. The case highlighted the tension between public safety and personal freedoms, as authorities struggled to balance their duty to protect citizens with their right to privacy and freedom of movement.
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tainer, the Safari Lodge staff worked tirelessly to free the elephant family from the mire. The rescue was a testament to the importance of conservation efforts and the role that tourism can play in protecting endangered species.
The mother elephant had been separated from her calf and was struggling to free herself from the mud, which had become thick with moss and vegetation. The situation was dire, as the elephant family could not survive without their young. The rescue team worked tirelessly, using ropes and other tools to pull the elephant family out of the mud.
The South Luangwa Conservation Society (SLCS) and local wildlife authorities were instrumental in coordinating the rescue effort. They provided expert knowledge on elephant behavior and anatomy, as well as appropriate equipment and training for the rescue team. The local community also played a critical role in providing support and assistance.
The zookeepers at Kapani Safari Lodge worked alongside the rescue team to ensure the safety of both the human visitors and the animals. They monitored the situation closely and made sure that all procedures were carried out safely and responsibly.
This incident highlighted the importance of conservation efforts and how tourism can play a crucial role in protecting endangered species. It also demonstrated that even small actions by individuals can make a significant difference in saving an animal's life.
The rescue operation was a reminder that nature is complex and delicate, and that sometimes we must intervene to save lives. It also showed that there are exceptions to every rule when it comes to conservation efforts, and that we must be willing to take risks to protect our planet's most vulnerable creatures.
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Premier League attendance levels last season were the highest in England's top division for 64 years, and more people attend Premier League games each season than in any league in the world, at almost 14 million. As MailSport’s groundbreaking study of the world's major leagues shows, only Germany's Bundesliga can top the Premier League in any measure of turnstile success - fans attending per game. The Bundesliga's figure of 42,609 fans per game is the biggest average in world football and the second biggest average in global professional sport - after American’s NFL. Scroll down for a FULL list of average attendances per game last season . The Premier League averaged 36,695 fans per game last season to be the second best attended football league per game by some margin ahead of La Liga in third (26,955 fans per game), then Italy’s Serie A (23,385), with Mexico's LigaMX (22,271) pushing France's Ligue 1 (21,155) out of the top five. The Dutch Eredivisie and MLS in the USA and Canada are the seventh and eighth best attended leagues with more than 19,000 fans per game each. In terms of total attendance, the Premier League was also the most watched league in Europe last season with an average of 3.8 million viewers on Matchday TV alone. In addition, Premier League matches account for nearly one third of all English television viewing time for live sports. The league's popularity is reflected in its record-breaking TV deal - a £1.4 billion five-year contract with Sky Sports that will see Premier League games broadcast on Sky Sports and Sky Go from 2019 to 2023. The Premier League has also seen record-breaking attendance figures at some stadiums over the past two seasons. Manchester United's Old Trafford stadium saw an average attendance of 74,530 for all European competitions last season - a new record for Manchester United and a significant increase on previous seasons. The club's record attendance set last season was 76,177 for their match against Liverpool in May 2018. In contrast, Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium saw an average attendance of 48,821 for all European competitions last season – a significant drop from previous seasons but still well above Arsenal’s typical attendance figures.
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MIAMI, Florida (CNN) -- An internationally known Catholic priest who was shown in photographs last week embracing a bathing-suit-clad woman on a Florida beach has admitted they had a two-year affair. The Rev. Alberto Cutie was removed from his duties after pictures showed him bare-chested with a woman. The Rev. Alberto Cutie -- sometimes called "Father Oprah" because of the advice he gave on Spanish-language media -- said Monday on CBS' "Early Show" that he is in love with the woman and is considering his options: Whether to break up with her or leave the priesthood and marry her. The woman, who has not been publicly identified, wants to get married, Cutie said. The priest was removed from his duties last week at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church in Miami Beach, Florida, and on the Radio Paz and Radio Peace networks. "I take full responsibility for what I did, and I know it's wrong," he said Monday. The photos of the Cuban-American priest, also known as "Padre Alberto," appeared on television and social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. Cutie later apologized for any inconvenience caused by the photos and promised to be more discreet in the future. He also expressed regret for any harm he may have caused to anyone involved in the affair. The situation has raised questions about the ethics of public figures engaging in personal relationships outside of their religious duties. Cutie's case has sparked discussions about the balance between personal life and professional responsibilities in the Catholic Church, as well as the impact of social media on public perception and behavior.
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The once-svelte young woman is piling on the pounds to earn money as a Big Beautiful Woman on internet websites and hopes to one day top 30st. Tammy, who already has fat-loving male fans from around the world, has been warned she is putting her health at risk and shortening her life.
Big decision: Tammy made the decision to go on a reverse crash diet, trying to gain weight as quickly as possible, for the sake of online fame.
But the determined young 'gainer' celebrates every pound she adds and insists she doesn't care about damaging her body. She said: 'I've never been happier than I am working to put on weight - nothing will stop me achieving my dream.'
'I know it's controversial but it's no one else's business - eating makes me happy.'
'I'm making lots of money doing what I love - and I want to make even more.'
'As far as I'm concerned there is no such thing as too big.'
Slimmer days: As a teenager, Tammy played volleyball and soccer and weighed a healthy eight stone, but felt insecure despite her healthy frame.
Aided by her 'feeder' boyfriend Johan, Tammy's daily diet includes up to 30 doughnuts as well as stacks of pancakes and waffles.
The couple can spend up to £70 a day on takeaways and junk food to fuel Tammy's mammoth appetite.
Tammy said: 'I start the day with a huge breakfast of waffles, cream cheese, bacon and sausage then head to McDonalds for a few burgers in the afternoon.'
'I can snack on cheese all day, a couple of blocks is no problem, then for dinner'
'This is my life now. I don't have any other plans. '
'I'm working 24/7 with Johan. He does all the cooking.'
'I work from 8am until 6pm then 9pm until midnight or 1am.'
'If I get bored we watch porn or play video games.'
'The worst part is when Johan goes out with his friends or takes a shower he leaves me alone.'
'There are times I feel guilty because I'm not with him but he says he misses me.'
'He keeps saying he loves me but he doesn't show it.'
'I don't care if he loves me or not. He doesn't make me feel good though. '
'I just don't see how he can love someone who eats like this.'
'The only time I feel happy is when I eat!'
'So yes I do care about my health but not as much as my weight gain.'
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p. 1: Roman Polanski, the renowned Polish-American filmmaker who has been on the run in Switzerland for nearly three decades, was arrested on Saturday in the Swiss city of Zurich. The arrest comes at a time when his work and legacy are being celebrated around the world.
The director, known for films such as "Chinatown," "The Pianist," and "The Three-Body Problem," has faced numerous controversies throughout his career. His 1977 conviction on charges of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor has dogged him ever since.
Polanski's arrest is being closely watched by the film industry, which has rallied behind him. Directors, actors, and industry leaders have signed an online petition calling for his release and urging Swiss authorities to drop the charges.
"We stand by and await his release and his next masterwork," said Zurich Film Festival Jury President Debra Winger on Monday on behalf of Polanski.
Adrien Brody, who directed Polanski in 2002's "The Pianist," described his experience working with the director as a dream come true. "If you have the guidance from someone you admire, like Roman Polanski, who not only is a gifted director and actor, but who knows the subject matter and in my opinion the character that I portray, implicitly, then, it's a huge gift," Brody said.
Sigourney Weaver, who was directed by Polanski in 1994's "Death and the Maiden," added that he is sweet and very strong in the tradition of an auteur.
The controversy surrounding Polanski's arrest has sparked mixed reactions among celebrities. Some have praised him for his talent and dedication to his craft, while others have expressed concern about his safety.
"Roman Polanski is one of the most talented directors of our time," said Harvey Weinstein, CEO of Weinstein Co., in a statement sent to CNN. "We are calling every filmmaker we can to help fix this terrible situation."
The arrest of Polanski has reignited discussions about freedom of expression and artistic license in Hollywood. His case has also highlighted the challenges faced by filmmakers who have been forced to flee their home countries due to political pressure or legal issues.
As Polanski awaits his fate in Switzerland, the film industry continues to rally behind him. His work and legacy will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the greatest contributions to cinema history.
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Prescott had a spiky relationship . with Lord Mandelson during the New Labour years and in 1997 they . battled over who was ‘minding the shop’ while Tony Blair was on holiday. Lord Prescott was MP for Hull East from 1970 to 2010, and missed out on becoming Humberside's police and crime commissioner last year . During a Thames visit, Lord Prescott was presented with a Chinese mitten crab, which he christened Peter. Yesterday he insisted he was unfazed by the council’s decision. The roles date back to 1583 but lapsed . in the 1970s. The city recently restored them after petitioning the . Queen in a ‘loyal address’. Lord Mandelson’s grandfather, the wartime Home Secretary Herbert Morrison, once held the post. To add insult to injury a junior role of High Sheriff has gone to former Tory Cabinet minister Virginia Bottomley. The . latest snub for Lord Prescott comes after he was defeated in his bid to . become the police and crime commissioner for Humberside. Lord Prescott admitted he had contacted the council demanding to know why he had not been asked about who should become chosen to be High Steward. The political heavyweights who played a key role in New Labour's have had a long-running rivalry . Lord Prescott said: ‘I was notified . about the decision late on Monday afternoon and have contacted the . council for further information. ‘I . am surprised it wasn't discussed with me earlier but I will continue to . do what I have done for the last 43 years - to promote Hull and fight . to bring jobs and investment to the city. ‘I also have no interest in being a steward again - I did that job on the liners for ten years.’ Council . leader Steve Brady confirmed Lord Mandelson and Baroness Bottomley had . accepted the unpaid posts: ‘We looked very strongly at the family . connection with Lord Mandelson, secondly he was previously Business . Secretary and thirdly he has very strong connections throughout Europe. ‘Although . this is a civic office I am sure he will understand the problems of . Hull and work with the people who care about this city, including John . Prescott. ‘All I am concentrating on is getting as many people battling for Hull as possible with influence to make a difference.’ In 1997 Lord Prescott christened a Chinese Mitten Crab 'Peter' in a swipe at his great rival . Other council figures insisted Lord Mandelson was the right man for the job. Former Lord Mayor Colin Inglis said: ‘As a former European Commissioner and Business Secretary Lord Mandelson is precisely the sort of highly placed and well-connected individual Hull needs to press its case.’ Labour Cabinet member Phil Webster added: ‘We made a strategic choice and we never set out to upset anyone. If it has caused offence we are sorry for that.’
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agnosis. 'The only way to stop the spread of HIV is to ensure that as many people as possible have access to testing, treatment and support. 'We need to work together to break down the barriers that prevent people from getting tested, such as stigma and discrimination, and we need to provide more affordable and accessible services for those who are already living with the virus. 'It's also important to remember that HIV can be cured, and that there are now effective treatments available that can help people live long, healthy lives. But it's not just about curing HIV - it's also about preventing new infections and protecting the health of those who are already living with the virus. The Terrence Higgins Trust has launched a campaign called 'HIV Is Not A Death Sentence' to raise awareness of the many ways in which HIV can be prevented and treated. The trust has also launched a new app called 'HIV Now' which allows people to test themselves at home for free, and provides them with advice on how to prevent the spread of HIV. The Terrence Higgins Trust has also highlighted the importance of regular testing for those in higher risk groups, such as gay and bisexual men and African communities. They have launched a campaign called 'Know Your Status' which encourages people in these groups to get tested regularly for HIV. The Terrence Higgins Trust has also highlighted the importance of regular testing for those in higher risk groups, such as gay and bisexual men and African communities. They have launched a campaign called 'Know Your Status' which encourages people in these groups to get tested regularly for HIV. The Terrence Higgins Trust has also highlighted the importance of regular testing for those in higher risk groups, such as gay and bisexual men and African communities. They have launched a campaign called 'Know Your Status' which encourages people in these groups to get tested regularly for HIV. The Terrence Higgins Trust has also highlighted the importance of regular testing for those in higher risk groups, such as gay and bisexual men and African communities. They have launched a campaign called 'Know Your Status' which encourages people in these groups to get tested regularly for HIV.
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”’ he said. ‘It's just not me so I just can’t relate to them. 'I like them, they’re nothing but polite, but I guess just I can’t relate to them as people.' Bromance: The Melbourne lads didn't leave the competition before Christo received a congratulatory kiss for his Bearnaise sauce from Manu . Christo and best friend Harry also appeared on Channel Seven morning show Sunrise, where they admitted they did not have any food-related plans for the future. 'We'll come back to you on that one. Because it's been a pretty tough road so far, we're not that crash hot,' Harry told hosts David Koch and Samantha Armytage. 'We could get into food, we don't know. We don't want to hurt the public anymore with…' Christo then cut in to finish his mate's sentence: 'With our delicious dishes!' Romace rumours: Christo stayed coy when asked whether Tasmanian student Bianca, 21, had hooked up with Harry, 25 . Christo also spoke about his smooch from 'good kisser' Manu, which he received for perfectly cooking Bearnaise sauce during last night's elimination round. 'Oh he's amazing. I'll tell you what, he's sensational and I feel like I got a special kiss because he usually gives the double kiss and I only got one,' he said. 'So I feel like maybe I'm unique to Manu, I'm not sure.' The friends won over fans both at home and within the competition with their boyish charm and flirtatious ways. Hug goodbye: It was clear handsome Harry's presence would be missed by Bianca as she wrapped her arms around him on Tuesday night's episode . Contestant Bianca – who has been romantically linked to Harry off-screen – appeared the most upset by their elimination on Tuesday night's show as she threw her arms around Harry for one last goodbye. Bianca couldn't help but shed a tear when it was announced the boys fell had fallen short in the sudden death challenge. 'We're really, really going to miss Harry and Christo,' she said, 'I don't want to say goodbye!' Harry told The West Australian that he is still in contact with Bianca and her partner Thalia, as well as other contestants Josh and Danielle, Uel and Shannelle and Chloe and Kelly. Kiss goodbye: The charming Melburnian gave Bianca a tender farewell kiss .
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te Ben Affleck, who, it was revealed last week, will take the role of Batman. Asked how he felt about the development by BBC presenter, Kevin Camplin, Cavill apparently declared that he was 'more than delighted' to star opposite the Argo actor. But although few can boast the extraterrestrial powers (and flying technique) of Superman, Cavill did have some impressive rivals to see off in the poll. The research, which was conducted by . holiday website Latedeals.co.uk, asked 1000 British women aged between . 18 and 35 for their top three celebrity men. Mr Popular: One Direction star Harry Styles took sixth place . Heartthrob: Actor Ryan Gosling picked up a third of the vote . Sporty: Diver Tom Daley proved a hit and took fifth place . Royally gorgeous: Prince Harry has proved popular with the ladies, as has Twilight star Robert Pattinson . Others to make the top 10 included Only God Forgives actor Ryan Gosling, 32, One Direction singer Harry Styles and diver Tom Daley, both 19. Styles took sixth place with 28 per cent of the vote, just ahead of Prince Harry, 28, who accumulated an impressive 27 per cent. The two Harrys were followed by Bond star Daniel Craig, 45, with 20 per cent, Twilight actor Robert Pattinson, 27, with 16 per cent and Black Eyed Peas singer Will.I.Am, 38, with 10 per cent. 1. Henry Cavill (45 per cent) 2. David Beckham (42 per cent) 3. Gerald Butler (33 per cent) 4. Ryan Gosling (32 per cent) 5. Tom Daley (30 per cent) 6. Harry Styles (28 per cent) 7. Prince Harry (27 per cent) 8. Daniel Craig (20 per cent) 9. Robert Pattinson (16 per cent) 10. Will.i.Am (10 per cent)
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Americans. ‘Nato would find it really difficult to get a division (20,000 people) out of the door in quick time. ‘Because certainly in western Europe what we have seen progressively is a dismantling of military capability.’ David Cameron will host next week's Nato summit in Wales amid warnings over Russian aggression in Eastern Europe . He accepted that advocating rearmament would be unpopular, but added: ‘It is a message our political leadership need to take home and listen to and act on if they are serious about ensuring that Nato has the means to defend itself in the future. ‘If Nato is serious about this, it is going to have to rearm, it is going to have to rebuild capability. European nations are going to have to put their hands in their pockets to spend more money on defence.’ Currently just four out of the 28 members spend more than the minimum target of two per cent of GDP on defence. Asked about the situation in Iraq, Sir Richard stressed the threat posed by IS, formerly known as ISIS or ISIL, had to be eradicated. He told the programme: ‘The first priority is to protect but ultimately the priority must be to eradicate IS as an external threat because of the potential impact on the Middle East ... but also its potential impact if its incubus is allowed to survive ... on our external security. There is (also) a very clear issue as far as internal security is concerned.’ When questioned about whether this meant siding with President Bashar Assad in Syria, he replied: ‘There can be no eradication of IS as a threat without a regional approach. ‘IS is operating and has spread into Syria and therefore there is likely to be or inevitably going to be a need to sit down and talk to difficult bed fellows, bad people. ‘It is one thing to say that we are going to deal with it, but you have to back up your words with actions and therefore in my view we should rule out nothing. ‘We must apply all the levers of power, political, diplomatic, economic and of course of military, but above all we need to establish the international political will to deal with this.’
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The man's identity was not immediately released, but authorities said he had been on the FBI's wanted list for attempting to rob a bank in Mississippi just hours earlier. The FBI had previously identified him as a serial bank thief who had attempted to rob a Bancorp South bank in Tupelo, Mississippi.
The new development in the case came after the FBI announced that the suspect had been shot and killed outside a Phoenix bank yesterday. The agency made the connection late Sunday and announced that the bank robber subject of a nationwide search was shot and killed outside a Phoenix bank yesterday. His name was not released.
On exiting the bank the man encountered a police detective and shots were fired, CNN reported, it is not believed the detective was wounded. The new and final development in the case came just hours after the FBI announced that the man was a serial bank thief and had attempted a robbery just hours before his fatal heist in Mississippi.
Twice in one day: The same man suspected of robbing a Bancorp South bank in Tupelo, Mississippi is being tied to a bank robbery that happened just hours earlier in Atlanta, Georgia
Not scared: The man is filmed walking up to the teller to demand money but is ultimately unsuccessful in robbing the bank
Wanted man: Police had a reward of $100, 000 on the suspect, who is believed to now be dead
Surveillance footage showed the same suspect entering a Bank of America branch in Atlanta, armed with a semi-automatic handgun and wearing a black ski mask. In a wanted poster, the suspect was described as 5-foot-8 to 6 feet tall with a slender build.
Police first started chasing the suspect on Monday when he conducted a robbery attempt at a Bancorp South bank in Tupelo, Mississippi.
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To address the issue, the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has taken steps to improve its methodologies and data collection. In 2012, the FAO released a report that significantly revised its estimate of global hunger, indicating that the number of people suffering from hunger had actually declined over the past two decades. This progress was attributed to positive actions taken to boost economic growth and invest in agriculture, particularly in poor countries.
However, the report also highlighted that progress had slowed since the 2007-2008 food crises and the global economic downturn. Despite these challenges, FAO director-general Jose Graziano da Silva expressed optimism about future prospects, stating: "We have good news, we have made some progress in reducing hunger." The organization argues that by taking positive action now to boost economic growth and invest in agriculture, particularly in poor countries, it can reduce hunger by half by 2015.
The report emphasized that more than 100 million children under the age of five were underweight and therefore unable to realize their full socio-economic and human potential. The UN FAO has acknowledged that its headline-grabbing announcement in 2009 that one billion people were undernourished was incorrect due to flawed methodology and poor data. Instead, it has used a much more accurate set of parameters and statistics to calculate its annual estimate of the world’s hungry.
The FAO has also called for increased investment in agricultural development in developing countries, particularly in Africa, which is often cited as having the highest rates of hunger. The group has pledged $20 billion for seeds, fertilizers, and other inputs to help farmers increase productivity and improve their livelihoods.
In conclusion, while significant progress has been made in addressing global hunger, there is still much work to be done. The UN FAO remains committed to reducing hunger by half by 2015 and is advocating for continued investment in agriculture and development programs in affected areas.
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Knut, the polar bear who once captured the hearts of millions worldwide and became an internet sensation, is set to make a return to Berlin for a unique exhibit. Photos released this week show the former celebrity polar bear in the process of being stuffed before he will be transformed into a resident at Berlin's Natural History Museum next week.
Knut, who was just four years old when he tragically drowned in his enclosure at Berlin Zoo in March 2011, had captivated the world with his playful demeanor and endearing personality. His death prompted an outpouring of grief and admiration from fans around the globe.
The photos show the taxidermist carefully preparing the mold for Knut's remains, which will be displayed alongside other stuffed animals and exhibits at the museum. The purpose behind this exhibit is to preserve Knut's memory and legacy while also showcasing the natural history of polar bears.
The Natural History Museum in Berlin has been working with experts to ensure that Knut's remains are treated with respect and dignity. The museum has also partnered with organizations dedicated to animal welfare to ensure that Knut's story continues to inspire and educate visitors.
As Knut prepares for his new home at the Natural History Museum, many fans of the former polar bear are hoping that his story can continue to captivate audiences long after his passing. The museum hopes that by preserving Knut's remains, they can ensure that his legacy lives on for generations to come.
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a chat line clairvoyant on the Psychic TV website. On . the website, Pearson is pictured next to the description: 'Dawn is an . excellent Psychic clairvoyant, with many years experience. 'She uses her cards and crystals, and also her spirit guides to get a link with you. Neath magistrates court (pictured) had earlier heard Pearson, 50, unlawfully claimed a total of £33,206.82 in income support, jobseekers allowance, housing benefit and council tax benefit . 'She is a trained Reiki healer and has been using all of her gifts to help people for many years. 'Dawn . will happily discuss any pressing relationship or career questions, but . can also give general guidance on self-development using her training . as a life coach.' Pearson . appeared in Swansea Crown Court to admit four charges of benefits fraud . by claiming to be 'unable to work due to illness and disability.' Frank Phillips, defending, told the court that Pearson's claim had started out as legitimate. He . said financial problems arose because she had been the sole carer for . her father and an aunt who both died within a short time of each other. She had been left to pay their funeral costs and had helped out another family member struggling to pay large catalogue debts. 'As time went on she buried her head in the sand and became afraid of informing the authorities,' he said. He added that she had been under 'much trauma' as a result but had now already repaid £600 and was repaying £114 a month. Pearson, of Neath, South Wales, was given a 12-week suspended jailed sentence and ordered to do 180 hours of unpaid work. She stood in court with her head bowed today as she listened to the judge passing sentence. After the hearing she left court with her face hidden behind an umbrella, despite the absence of rain. Asked if she had foreseen what would happen to her she replied: 'I don't know. No. No comment.' She had complained that press coverage had been bad for business in a pre sentence report. Recorder Christopher Clee QC said: 'You claim that you have been ridiculed in the press . and, as a result of which, work has diminished, and that is no great . surprise.' He ordered her to pay back all the money to the taxpayer. He said: 'You’ve already paid back some and it will take you very many years to pay it all back. 'You richly deserve an immediate . prison sentence and the great majority of the British public who work . and pay taxes to benefits cheats like yourself would demand a prison . sentence. 'But I have to work within guidelines. Your sentence will be suspended instead. 'Unpaid work will mean you putting . something back into the community instead of taking out which is what . you did for five years.' After the case, DWP Minister for . Welfare Reform Lord Freud said: 'It’s cases like these that show us why . welfare reform is needed. 'We have a duty to the taxpayer to make sure that these vital benefits only go to those who need them. 'Benefit fraud takes money away from the most vulnerable. 'It is a crime and we are committed to . stopping it by catching criminals at the front line and making sure our . reforms make the benefit system less open to abuse.'
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t lost luggage could even become a thing of the past. The tags would also help guard against the problem of bags being delivered correctly, but stolen before passengers caught up in passport-control queues can retrieve them. Manuel van Lijf of Air France-KLM thinks that the tags could revolutionise air travel – and envisages the devices being rolled out by all airlines in the near future. ‘We have worked closely with our suppliers and with [US airline] Delta to try to make this an industry initiative, not just an airline initiative,’ he told Future Travel Experience. ‘We thought it would be useless to just develop something for us. ‘We wanted to develop something that will benefit the industry and the passengers. ‘The idea was to create a product that can be used by a passenger flying with Air France, KLM, Delta, Lufthansa or another airline,’ he continued. ‘Why would a passenger buy a permanent tag that can only be used on one airline?’ The tags are still in development, but the airline aims to start trials by the end of the year. A small group of passengers could be testing the devices by as soon as December. Not lost anymore: The tags are still in development, but could be in use by the end of this year . Two types of tag are in development. The ‘eTag’ is a visible label which would be attached to the outside of the bag, and would communicate using Bluetooth. The ‘eTrack’ would be placed inside a suitcase, and would operate via GPS as well as Bluetooth – and could be traced by a passenger’s smartphone. In theory, travellers would be able to check on the status and location of their bags throughout their journey – with, for example, the fact that their luggage has been checked-in registering on their phone within five seconds of the process’s completion. Air France-KLM is not the only company experimenting with this concept. Bag manufacturer Samsonite is working on a ‘Track & Trace’ range, which would also allow passengers to keep an electronic eye on their luggage.
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