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Criminal charges weighed against a man after a country music star stops show over an alleged assault

PUEBLO, Colo. (AP) — Criminal charges are being considered for a man suspected of hitting a woman during a concert at the Colorado State Fair, authorities said Thursday, in an incident that prompted country music star Scotty McCreery to abruptly stop his show and call out the alleged assailant from the stage.

As salvage starts, no oil spilling from tanker set ablaze by Houthis in Red Sea

By Lefteris Papadimas, Idrees Ali and Lisa Baertlein ATHENS (Reuters) -As salvage operations began on an abandoned Greek-flagged oil tanker with deck fires still burning from Houthi rebel attacks, the EU's Red Sea naval mission Aspides said on Thursday that no oil spill has been detected. Yemen's Houthi militants carried out multiple assaults, including planting bombs on the already disabled 900

California parents terrified after migrants try to board school bus

The migrants attempted to board buses along two school routes twice this week, per the Jamul-Dulzura Union School District in San Diego County.

Father of fallen soldier slams Trump over Arlington stunt

Father of fallen soldier slams Trump over Arlington stunt - ‘You have sacrificed nothing and no one,’ Khizr Khan tells ex-president during a speech at the 2016 Democratic National Convention

Countries with the largest reported LGBTQ+ populations

In every corner of the globe (though not everywhere on Earth), vibrant LGBTQ+ communities are thriving, reshaping cultures and challenging norms. While the fight for equality takes on different forms in various regions, some countries stand out not just for their progress in LGBTQ+ rights, but for the sheer size of their queer populations. Indeed, the reported numbers of LGBTQ+ individuals around the world has grown over the years as more and more people open up about who they are. Click through this gallery to discover the countries where the rainbow shines brightest, and where the voices of the LGBTQ+ community resonate the loudest.

The United States is building a new type of military unit and is taking pointers from Ukraine

Hospitality and health leaders clash on outdoor smoking plan

The prime minister says his government is looking at tougher rules to reduce the burden on the NHS.

Māori King Tūheitia live updates: Tributes flow after leader’s death at age 69

The Māori monarch had been in hospital recovering from heart surgery.

Poland Bans Over 80,000 kg of Contaminated Food from US and Ukraine

The presence of both live and dead pests was discovered.

Female maths tutors take University of Melbourne to state human rights commission

Nine maths teachers, seven women and two men, are set to lose their jobs at the University of Melbourne. Three women are taking the case to the state human rights commission alleging gender discrimination.

Scotland’s ‘Tony Soprano’ smuggled cocaine hidden in bananas

A notorious gangster, known as Scotland’s answer to Tony Soprano, has admitted to masterminding a plot to smuggle nearly a ton of cocaine from South America – hidden in bananas. On the fifth day of his trial at the High Court in Glasgow, Jamie “Iceman” Stevenson pleaded guilty to directing the importation of the drug. An estimated £76 million of co...

How did a little boy’s charity ice cream stand devolve into death threats?

How did a little boy’s charity ice cream stand devolve into death threats? - A tiny pop-up ice cream stand in small Massachusetts town managed to cause

Attendance has plummeted at Texas megachurch where leaders have resigned amid sex scandal

Attendance has plummeted at Texas megachurch where leaders have resigned amid sex scandal - The church has seen a resignation, a firing, a protest and a name change since the sex abuse allegations against its founder came to light in June

Whanganui District Council will decide on water delivery model by December

Whanganui is in 'a very fortunate position' compared with many other councils.

Kāpiti Coast’s unsung heroes celebrated in Good Sorts and Community Awards

The awards celebrate the local legends who serve the community.

Canadian serial killer Jeremy Skibicki handed four life sentences

Canadian serial killer Jeremy Skibicki handed four life sentences - Canadian court sentences him for racially motivated murders of four Indigenous women

An ex-detective is accused of killing and staging the death of a woman he abused — years after it was ruled a suicide

An ex-detective is accused of killing and staging the death of a woman he abused — years after it was ruled a suicide - Former Officer Matthew Farwell “staged” the murder scene to look like 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore had killed herself, according to a bombshell indictment unsealed Wednesday.

King Charles 'profoundly saddened' as he issues powerful tribute to 'wise and compassionate' king

Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia, has died aged 69 after 18 years on the throne

JD Vance booed by firefighters union one day after they welcomed Walz: ‘Sounds like we got some haters’

JD Vance booed by firefighters union one day after they welcomed Walz: ‘Sounds like we got some haters’ - Vance has been the subject of many negative reactions in recent weeks, from old friends, the childless community and even neighbors

Pinnacle Man mystery finally solved four decades after he was found frozen in cave

Pinnacle Man mystery finally solved four decades after he was found frozen in cave - Nicolas Paul Grubb’s family now wants him buried in the family plot

Man suspected of killing wife is shot and killed by police on bridge before son, 8, found dead in his car

Man suspected of killing wife is shot and killed by police on bridge before son, 8, found dead in his car - The eight-year-old was not killed in the officer-involved shooting, authorities said

Germany toughen weapon and migration laws after stabbing attack

German ministers look to toughen migration and weapon policies following mass Solingen stabbings. The German Interior, and Justice Minister announced new measures that will look to enforce more restrictions on weapons and migration.

Tories tussle over merchandise and ideology as six rivals fight over party leadership

Trump threatens to throw Mark Zuckerberg in prison for life in new book

Trump threatens to throw Mark Zuckerberg in prison for life in new book - Former president warns the Meta CEO he is being watched closely and will ‘spend the rest of his life in prison’ if he attempts to interfere in the 2024 election

Let us strike deep inside Russia where it will hurt them, Ukraine pleads with West

Let us strike deep inside Russia where it will hurt them, Ukraine pleads with West - Ukrainian officials will arrive in Washington this week to urge the US to allow Ukraine to fire Western-supplied missiles deeper into Russia

RFK Jr accused of breaking wildlife laws after report he once sawed off a whale head

RFK Jr accused of breaking wildlife laws after report he once sawed off a whale head - ’RFK Jr. cutting off the head of a dead whale was both bizarre and illegal,’ insisted Brett Hartl, the political director of the Center for Biological Diversity Action Fund

Madeline Soto’s cause of death revealed after mom’s boyfriend charged with murder after years of alleged abuse

Madeline Soto’s cause of death revealed after mom’s boyfriend charged with murder after years of alleged abuse - Stephan Sterns, who was dating the 13-year-old’s mother at the time of her death, has been charged with her murder

Daycare bus driver arrested after six-year-old girl in ‘very hot’ bus is discovered banging on window

Daycare bus driver arrested after six-year-old girl in ‘very hot’ bus is discovered banging on window - State investigators say Barbara Ledbetter falsely claimed she checked the bus before locking it up

Teachers union president fires back at JD Vance’s ‘nonsensical’ comments about her

Teachers union president fires back at JD Vance’s ‘nonsensical’ comments about her - Vance accused the union president of trying to ‘brainwash and destroy the minds of children’

Hong Kong journalists convicted of sedition for first time since British handover to China in 1997

Hong Kong journalists convicted of sedition for first time since British handover to China in 1997 - ’I believe that these stories and ideas can stimulate and inspire people’s thinking, reflect the times, and shape history’

What police uniforms look like around the world

Most police officers around the world wear uniforms. In fact, many have more than just one type of uniform. But how do these differ from country to country? Well, there are a few things many police uniforms around the world have in common. One of them is the colors used. The vast majority stick to different shades of blue (mostly navy and light blue), or black. Another point in common is the use of high-visibility jackets. There are, however, a few exceptions to the rule, and this means the use of completely different colors and styles. And then, of course, there is the headgear, which varies depending on the country and police force in question. Curious? Click on and check out what police uniforms look like around the world.

Germany to slash benefits for migrants who arrive from other EU countries to ‘bed, bread and soap’

Olaf Scholz is poised to remove benefits from refugees who arrive in Germany through other EU countries, leaving them with the bare essentials of “bed, bread, and soap.” Following the Islamic State-inspired terror attack in Solingen last Friday, the German chancellor is said to be preparing new measures to tackle illegal migration. According to rep...

Police update after American dies on replica Viking ship sailing from Faeroe Islands to Norway

Police update after American dies on replica Viking ship sailing from Faeroe Islands to Norway - The survivors managed to get into an inflatable life raft and were later airlifted to safety by helicopter

Politicians on the right are lining their pockets moonlighting

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key developments, day 917

As the war enters its 917th day, these are the main developments.

Paralympics-Afghan Khudadadi becomes first refugee to win Paralympic medal after chaotic journey

By Julien Pretot PARIS (Reuters) - Afghan Zakia Khudadadi completed a remarkable journey to become the first athlete from the refugee team to win a medal at the Paralympics when she clinched a taekwondo bronze on Thursday. Khudadadi, who made her Paralympics debut in Tokyo days after being exfiltrated from Taliban-controlled Kabul, secured her place on the podium when her opponent withdrew

Jan 6 hero cop dies when suspect’s tossed gun he was trying to retrieve from storm drain goes off

Jan 6 hero cop dies when suspect’s tossed gun he was trying to retrieve from storm drain goes off - Wayne David was a decorated officer who responded to the attack on the US Capitol on 6 January 2021

Domestic abuse charity allows ‘men who identify as women’ to apply for female-only job

Scotland’s leading domestic abuse charity has advertised for a senior “women-only” role but will allow “men who identify as women” to apply. Scottish Women’s Aid (SWA) advertised for a head of policy, and said that “applications from women only” would be accepted for the key role. But the advert then said that the definition of women included peopl...

Nine children rushed to hospital after chlorine leak in leisure centre learner pool

Nine children rushed to hospital after chlorine leak in leisure centre learner pool - Sports centre evacuated after chlorine leak in Wembley

Treaty Principles Bill: Pākehā Treaty group calls out David Seymour’s ‘divisive’ politics

Te Tiriti Is Us defends Treaty of Waitangi against proposed prinicples bill.

Baby scalded with hot liquid in Brisbane park attack to undergo more surgery

A baby boy who was scalded with hot liquid in an alleged random attack in a Brisbane park will undergo a second surgery today, as doctors continue to assess the severity of his burns. Queensland police have released new images of a man they believe can assist with their enquiries after what they allege was a random attack on the nine-month-old boy, who was with his mother at a playground at Stones Corner in Brisbane’s south. The man was seen...

Australasian bittern gets Greater Wellington Regional Council’s support for Bird of the Year

The shy swamp bird has plenty of support for Bird of the Year 2024.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams smells illegal cannabis moments before it’s destroyed

New York City Mayor Eric Adams smells illegal cannabis moments before it’s destroyed -

Gisborne letters on PM’s back-to-basics message, trust’s $40m distribution

Gisborne letters on council waste, trust's $40m distribution, free speech.

Putin will fight until final victory, he wants to capture the whole of Ukraine

He said it, he repeated it, and he continues to shout it. Putin wants to conquer Ukraine, according to him, it's a matter of survival for Russia. For Europe's top diplomat, Josep Borrell, "the success of the Russian Federation depends on its ability to attract the greatest possible number of people to the battlefield. And if we don't change course quickly, if we don't mobilize all our capacities, this will allow Putin to win the war in Ukraine"....

Feral animals are costing farmers a fortune - survey

Feral goats, pigs, deer and other wild animals are costing farmers at least $13m a year.

Wells Fargo worker dies at her desk — and isn’t found until four days later

Wells Fargo worker dies at her desk — and isn’t found until four days later - Police in Arizona do not suspect foul play was involved in Denise Prudhomme’s death

Houthis release video of storming and burning Greek-flagged tanker

Houthis released a video showing their attack on the Greek-flagged tanker Sounion in the Red Sea. Despite multiple fires on the main deck, the EU's Red Sea naval mission Aspides confirmed no oil spill has been detected on the vessel.

Israeli military kills Islamic Jihad commander in mosque shootout as West Bank raids continue

Israeli military kills Islamic Jihad commander in mosque shootout as West Bank raids continue - Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad confirms the death of commander Mohammed Jabber

Ministers signal boosted health aid to the Pacific as mental health needs apparent

Tonga's PM says the impact of climate change is worsening health outcomes for his people.