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Nurse denies affair amid trial for murdering seven babies at neonatal unit
Lucy Letby, a 33-year-old nurse facing allegations of murdering seven infants and attempting to murder ten more at the Countess of Chester’s Neonatal Unit between June 2015 and June 2016, has denied having an affair with a married colleague following her suspension from work. In June 2016, after two triplet boys died and another boy collapsed, Letby was suspended and…
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University of Manchester suffers cyberattack, data likely copied
The University of Manchester has experienced a cyberattack on its computer systems, with data believed to have been copied by the perpetrators. The specifics of the accessed information remain unclear, but staff and students have been advised to remain vigilant for any suspicious emails. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and National Crime Agency are among the organisations collaborating with…
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Labour frontbencher suspended amid behaviour complaint investigation
Shadow foreign minister Bambos Charalambous has been suspended from the Labour Party following a complaint about his behaviour, according to reports. The Enfield Southgate MP has been “administratively suspended” pending an investigation, which means he has lost the whip and will now sit in the Commons as an independent MP. Charalambous acknowledged the allegation and expressed his intention to cooperate…
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Teen dies of undetected heart condition at West Lothian school
Police Scotland has confirmed that the 14-year-old boy who collapsed on the grounds of St Kentigern’s Academy in West Lothian, Hamdan Aslam, died from natural causes. Emergency services were called to the scene on Tuesday afternoon, and Hamdan was rushed to the hospital, where he later passed away. A post-mortem examination revealed that the cause of death was natural, and…
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Umno amends constitution to streamline new membership applications
The Umno Special General Assembly has recently approved amendments to the party constitution, focusing on membership-related matters to simplify the process for new applicants. The amendments encompass three primary clauses, including Clauses 5, 10, and 18, which address membership registration and the Supreme Council’s (MT) responsibilities. Umno permanent chairman Badruddin Amiruldin announced the unanimous approval. Earlier, Umno vice-president Mohamed Khaled…
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Malaysia to launch nationwide babysitter database for parents
The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry (KPWKM) in Malaysia has announced plans to create a database of registered babysitters to help parents make informed decisions when selecting childcare providers. Currently, there is no centralised platform for parents to access information about daycare centres and registered babysitters. Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, the minister of KPWKM, acknowledged that parents often rely…
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Malaysia rakes in RM421m from mining royalties, no export duty imposed
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change in Malaysia has revealed that there is no specific agreement in place for the mining industry between the federal government, state governments or mining operators. Despite this, the ministry has expressed its willingness to collaborate and offer advisory services to state governments for the development of the mineral industry. The mineral…
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Two men arrested for trafficking cannabis via taxi and public transport
Two local men have been arrested in Petaling Jaya for their alleged involvement in trafficking four kilograms of cannabis via taxi, e-hailing service, and public transport. The arrests took place on June 6 during two separate raids. The first suspect, a 41-year-old taxi driver believed to be responsible for transporting the drugs in the Kelana Jaya area, was apprehended at…
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Umno urged to rebrand for future relevance and regain public trust
Delegates at the Umno General Assembly 2023 have called for the party to rebrand itself and focus on future goals, rather than dwelling on past achievements. Bukit Gantang division head Mohammad Sollehin Mohamad Tajie emphasised the need for Umno to remain relevant and avoid becoming outdated during a debate session at the assembly. Fairul Nizam Roslan, head of the Alor…
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Man leaves after woman brings 23 relatives on first date, takes legal action
A Chinese man was left shocked and out of pocket after his blind date brought 23 relatives to the restaurant. The woman, Ms Zhang, later sued her date, Mr Liu, to recover the hefty bill for the meal. Mr Liu from Jilin Province, China, met Ms Zhang through a chaperone and arranged to have their first date at a restaurant…
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Jealous Indian man stabs girlfriend 18 times in Malaysian condo
In a tragic incident, an Indian woman was fatally stabbed by her boyfriend in a condominium in Kelana Jaya, Malaysia. The 30-year-old suspect, also an Indian national, was apprehended after being caught trespassing on train tracks by an Express Rail Link (ERL) auxiliary police team. Upon further questioning, he confessed to killing his 40-year-old girlfriend on June 2, suspecting she…
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Sabak Bernam plan attracts RM1.9bn investment for northern Selangor development
The Sabak Bernam Development Area (Sabda) plan has the potential to attract RM1.9 billion in investments for the development of northern Selangor, particularly in the district, according to Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari. He stated that the six development projects, which cover 1,317 hectares, are expected to create 3,600 high-income jobs for local residents. The projects include the Smart Selangor Agro…
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Everest’s deadliest season blamed on cold weather and inexperienced climbers
Mount Everest has experienced one of its deadliest climbing seasons, with experts attributing the increased danger to extreme weather, safety shortcuts, and inexperienced foreign climbers. As the final search and rescue teams leave the area and Base Camp is dismantled, experienced climbers believe that several of the 17 fatalities and missing persons could have been avoided. “This season was very…
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Thai nurse harassed by patient: ex-politician behind the threat
A Thai nurse faced verbal threats and ridicule from a patient, sharing her concerns about the lack of support from her superiors on social media. However, a Nursing Council member recommended reporting the incident to authorities and reassessing her work environment. In a viral post, the nurse shared her frustration about receiving verbal abuse from a male patient. She expressed…
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Messi’s Inter Miami move skyrockets ticket sales and social media
Excitement surrounding Lionel Messi’s potential move to Inter Miami has led to a massive surge in the club’s social media following and ticket sales. The Argentinian football legend’s announcement that he plans to join the Major League Soccer team after leaving Paris Saint-Germain has caused a frenzy among fans. In less than 24 hours following the news, Inter Miami’s Instagram…
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Size matters: Hospital’s warns of penis enlargement dangers after man’s member gets infected
Nakhonping Hospital, situated in the northern province of Chiang Mai, recently issued a warning to men seeking penis enlargement treatments following a distressing incident involving a Burmese man who resorted to using a steel ring in hopes of increasing his size. In a Facebook post shared by the hospital today, it was revealed that a 29 year old Burmese man…
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Windfall tax suspension possible for energy firms amid falling oil prices
The UK government has declared its intention to suspend the windfall tax on oil and gas companies if prices return to normal levels for a sustained period. This move would reduce the overall tax rate on energy firms from 75% to 40%. The windfall tax was introduced last year to fund a scheme aimed at reducing energy bills for households…
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Windfall tax to end in 2028 if oil and gas prices drop
The UK government has announced plans to terminate the windfall tax on exceptional oil and gas profits in 2028, provided that prices decrease. This decision comes after fossil fuel corporations warned of reduced investments. The windfall tax, which accounts for 75% of North Sea oil and gas production profits, will persist for the next five years. However, if prices drop…
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Labour scales back £28bn green plan, citing economic instability
The Labour Party has scaled back its ambitious £28bn green prosperity plan, attributing the change to increasing interest rates and the economic “damage” caused by the Conservatives. Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves emphasised the importance of prioritising “economic stability, financial stability.” Initially, the party had committed to investing £28bn annually to expedite the transition towards net-zero emissions by 2050. However, Reeves…
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Anwar Ibrahim objects to court questioning royal pardon
Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, has opposed an application filed by Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor in the High Court, which seeks to determine several legal questions regarding the royal pardon granted to Anwar five years ago. Anwar asserts that the application, concerning the royal pardon he received from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on May 16, 2018, is beyond…
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Binance.US suspends dollar deposits, braces for fiat withdrawal halt
Crypto exchange Binance.US has announced the suspension of US dollar deposits and the potential halt of fiat dollar withdrawal channels, just days after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a lawsuit against Binance and its CEO Changpeng Zhao. In response to the regulatory pressure, Binance.US is taking proactive steps to transition to a crypto-only exchange for the time…
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Lopburi fraud: Thai philanthropist scams locals for millions
Residents of Lopburi province have reported a well-known local entrepreneur for allegedly defrauding them of millions of baht under the guise of a charitable investor. The victims claim they were lured into investing and purchasing shares in the perpetrator’s ventures, but were left with unpaid debts and empty promises. Today, knowing the businessman by his work in the community and…
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National Highways workers strike for 10% pay rise and improved pensions
In southwest England, Mark Dollar, 50, and three other picketers stood outside the National Highways office, wearing yellow vests emblazoned with “PCS” and “Public and Commercial Services Union”. They were participating in industrial action following a PCS ballot last November, where members across 124 business units, including National Highways, voted in favour of a 10% pay rise, improved pension benefits…
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Thai student jumps off pole after teacher conflict
A Thai male student, 15 years old, jumped off a mobile pole and died the following day. Only days after the student’s involvement in arguments with his teachers, the Thai student death incident occurred. They allegedly compelled him to apologize to them on his knees. The incident took place on June 7 at around 7:20am near a local car care…
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Ukrainian teen trapped amid Russian-occupied flood zone fears help won’t come
In the attic of a flooded home, a Ukrainian teenager and her 83-year-old grandfather, along with two other elderly individuals, have been waiting for days to be rescued after a catastrophic dam collapse in the town of Oleshky. However, help has been slow to arrive, as Russian forces are reportedly seizing rescue boats and only assisting those with Russian passports.…
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Trump faces new criminal charges over classified files mishandling
Former US President Donald Trump faces criminal charges for the second time in three months, this time concerning his handling of classified files after leaving the White House. Thousands of documents were seized in an FBI search at his Florida estate Mar-a-Lago last year, including around 100 marked as classified. Legal experts suggest that Trump, who plans to run for…
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Trump charged over classified documents, faces 10-year jail term
Former United States President Donald Trump, aged 76, is facing charges over his handling of classified documents after leaving the White House. The charges, which are not yet public, include unauthorized retention of classified files. This marks the second indictment against Trump, with a potential maximum sentence of 10 years in prison if convicted. Despite this, legal experts believe that…
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Russian activist faces prison for discrediting army over Ukraine war
Oleg Orlov, a prominent Russian human rights defender, recently made a statement in a Moscow courtroom by showcasing a book titled End of the Regime, which discusses the collapse of totalitarian and fascist regimes. Orlov, a vocal critic of the Kremlin’s wars in Ukraine and against dissent in Russia, is on trial for allegedly breaching a law designed to suppress…
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Police crisis risks public trust amid low charge rates and misconduct
Public trust in policing is at risk, and time is running out for the police and government to address the issue, warns Chief Inspector of Constabulary Andy Cooke. In his annual report, Cooke highlights that police forces are facing one of the most significant crises in recent memory. He cites “atrocious” crimes committed by serving officers and a decline in…
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Amber heat-health alert as UK braces for weekend temperatures up to 30C
An amber heat-health warning has been implemented as parts of the United Kingdom are predicted to reach 30C in the upcoming days. The amber alert, signifying that high temperatures may affect all age groups and impact the health service, covers eastern and southern England, as well as the Midlands. Forecasters anticipate that this weekend’s temperatures will be 5C to 10C…
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