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Indian airlines hit by nearly 1,000 hoax bomb threats
India’s airlines and airports received 999 hoax bomb threats this year as of 14 November, the country’s deputy civil aviation minister told its parliament. This was nearly 10 times more than the threats received in 2023, Mr Murlidhar Mohol said. More than 500 of the year’s threats were received just in the last two weeks…
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Brook ton and six NZ drops get England back into Test
For all the lingering questions about England’s Bazballing approach to batting, the Brook-Pope stand was a counter-punch when it was needed most. They rattled along at nearly five an over. There was fortune, even without the missed chances. Pope needed to time to settle, both men slashed through and over the slips. Brook’s let-offs came…
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The Littler effect – how darts hit the bullseye
Former electrician Cross charged to the 2018 world title in his first full season, while Adrian Lewis and Michael van Gerwen were multiple victors in their 20s and 16-time champion Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor is widely considered the greatest of all time. Littler is currently fourth in the world rankings, although that is based on…
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Chris Mason: How are the numbers looking ahead of vote?
This is a day like few others at Westminster. MPs have a free vote on an issue of profound social change, an issue of conscience where many have wrestled with questions ranging from morality to practicality. The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which would apply to England and Wales, will have what is…
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Transport Secretary Louise Haigh quits over phone admission
Reuters Louise Haigh has resigned as transport secretary after pleading guilty to a criminal offence related to incorrectly telling police that a work mobile phone was stolen in 2013. In a letter to the prime minister, Haigh said she was “totally committed to our political project” but that it would be “best served by my…
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$13.6M already paid by Guyana for arbitration with Gas-to-Energy contractor- Prime Minister
$13.6M already paid by Guyana for arbitration with Gas-to-Energy contractor- Prime Minister Nov 29, 2024 News Kaieteur News- The Government of Guyana to date has incurred a legal bill of $13.6 million for the arbitration process with the Gas-to-Energy contractor, CH4-Lindsayca. This was revealed by Prime Minister, Brigadier (ret’d) Mark Phillips on Wednesday during…
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UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Meets Prime Minister to Discuss Child Welfare and Education
November 29, Colombo (LNW): UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Hannan Sulieman met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on Tuesday (26) at the Prime Minister’s Office to discuss key issues affecting children in Sri Lanka, including child protection, malnutrition, and education. The meeting was attended by Regional Director for UNICEF South Asia Sanjay Wijesekera, UNICEF Representative…
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European Union Ambassador to Engage Belizean Youth During December Visit
The newly appointed European Ambassador to Belize, Her Excellency Erja Askola is slated to make her inaugural visit to Belize come early next month. In preparation for her trip, arrangements are already being made for her to meet with representatives…
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Oman’s Foreign Minister signs key agreements with his Turkish counterpart during His Majesty’s state visit
ANKARA: The discussions revolved around strengthening bilateral ties across political, economic, and cultural domains, with both sides underscoring the importance of sustained coordination to address regional and global challenges while promoting sustainable development. The visit also witnessed the signing of pivotal agreements aimed at deepening the strategic partnership between the two nations. These included memorandums…
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Prime Minister’s promise to Barnsley
Sir Keir Starmer with Sir Steve Houghton Picture: Wes Hobson. PRIME Minister Keir Starmer has vowed to bring ‘good jobs and growth’ to Barnsley and says all homes and businesses in the town will have low-cost heating by 2050. The Labour government’s Great British Energy plan claims to cut bills and create good jobs in…