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Luke Chapman

Luke is an experienced writer from Brisbane. He worked for several publications in Sydney for a couple of years and then moved to work in several countries around Asia. He temporarily worked as a geography teacher in an international school in Bangkok and now he is a regular contributor for The Thaiger covering mainly Australian and New Zealand news.
  • UK NewsWorshippers leaves after taking part in Friday Prayers at the London Islamic Cultural Society (LICS) and Mosque in Haringey, north London, Friday, Aug. 2, 2024. Hundreds of mosques across the country are strengthening their security and protective measures ahead of planned protests, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) has said. There are fears that Islamic places of worship could be targeted during demonstrations expected to take place over the weekend following the Southport stabbing attack. (Jonathan Brady/PA via AP)
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    Carer jailed for threatening mosque on Facebook

    A 53-year-old carer has been jailed for posting a threatening message targeting a mosque on Facebook. Julie Sweeney was sentenced to 15 months in prison at Chester Crown Court for writing, “Don’t protect the mosques, blow the mosque up with the adults in it,” on 3 August. Sweeney, who has been caring for her husband since 2015 and had no…

  • US NewsSeattle Council seeks to target prostitution and sex trade to crack down on violence.
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    Seattle Council targets sex trade to address gun violence

    A video presented to Seattle City Council’s Public Safety Committee reveals a neighbourhood troubled by prostitution and frequent gunfights. Councilmember Cathy Moore is pushing for new legislation to manage arrests related to prostitution and loitering, and to establish Stay Out of Areas of Prostitution (SOAP) zones, which could lead to charges if violated. Moore stated, “This legislation aims to dismantle…

  • WorldStone lanterns fall at a shrine following a strong earthquake in Nichinan, Miyazaki prefecture, southern Japan, on Aug. 9, 2024. (Kyodo News via AP).
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    Japan to lift megaquake alert if no seismic activity today

    Japan plans to lift its week-old “megaquake” alert later today, provided no significant seismic activity occurs, according to Disaster Management Minister Yoshifumi Matsumura. The warning led thousands of citizens to cancel holidays and stock up on essentials, resulting in empty shelves in some stores. Matsumura stated that if no changes in seismic activity or crustal deformation are observed, the special…