Ukraine using trains to move blocked lorries across Polish border
KYIV (Reuters) -Ukraine began using train platforms on Thursday to bypass a border blockade by Polish truck drivers, Ukrzalynitsya, Ukraine's rail network, said. The first train deployed in the
Sinn Féin aims for government across the island of Ireland in 2024
The next Irish general election is expected to take place in November following the European election in June.
Reopening of major Ayr road hit with delays as Station Hotel demolition crews come across 'stability problem'
Crews working on the fire-ravaged building have encountered a problem whilst flattening the gable end.
VIPs at Republic Day event can alight near their seating area, say Delhi Traffic Police
New Delhi, Jan 25: The Delhi Traffic Police on Wednesday said they are providing alighting facility for VIPs, including senior bureaucrats and politicians, near their seating area this time on Republic Day. After dropping the VIPs near their seating area, the cars will be sent to a designated parking spot, police said. "The parking space
Holidaymakers turn around in airport and fly home to search for missing dog
Alan and Hannah Harvey had just landed in Budapest when they heard their beloved rescue dog Scout had gone missing
Delhi: Traffic likely to be hit in view of Christmas celebrations
New Delhi, Dec 25 (PTI) Traffic is likely to be affected in several parts of Delhi on Monday in view of Christmas celebrations. According to police, the churches and cathedrals of the national capital expecting heavy congregation of devotees include the Sacred Heart cathedral near Gol Dak Khana, St Thomas church (Mandir Marg), Free church […]
Woman arrested for attempting to grab ICA officer's gun at Woodlands Checkpoint
SINGAPORE: A 33-year-old woman was arrested at Woodlands Checkpoint on Tuesday (Aug 27) for trying to take the revolver of an Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officer. The police received a call for assistance at the checkpoint at about 3.40pm on Tuesday, said the Singapore Police Force in a new
What's going on in Ecuador? TV station attack prompts president to declare war on armed gangs
Ecuador is in crisis mode as the Andean nation struggles to tackle a bloody drug war.
Boxing club warning over scramblers after two youngsters 'very lucky to be alive'
"They're up talking, drifting in and out of sleep. They are in for their operations in the morning. Thank you all for your prayers and thoughts for them."
13 passengers charred to death in bus-dumper collision in MP
The private bus collided head-on with the dumper on Guna-Aaron road, the official said, adding that the injured were rushed to the Guna district hospital for treatment.
Obama campaign manager blasts No Labels for pushing 'dangerous lie' that will send Trump back to DC
Former President Barack Obama's 2012 campaign manager is warning that centrist group No Labels is pushing a "dangerous lie" that a third-party candidate could win the 2024 election.
NYPD will be out in force at Times Square NYE ball drop to protect revelers from pro-Palestinian protesters who ‘want to do bad things’
Mayor Eric Adams said he is “sure” pro-Palestinian protesters will try to interrupt the New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square after already disrupting the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas...
Soshanguve mass shooting: One family considering relocating for safety
Phomolong Malakapatlo (26) was shot and killed alongside three others in the early hours of New Year's and is not the first person in her family to die in this manner in Soshanguve.
Pierce Brosnan in hot water as he's hit with court date for 'hiking into restricted thermal springs in Yellowstone'
Pierce Brosnan has been hit with a court date after he allegedly hiked into restricted parts of Yellowstone National Park in the US.
Karnataka: 44 cops likely to face action for ignoring transfers
This drastic action, outlined in a notice issued by ADGP Soumendu Mukherjee on December 7th, serves as a strong warning to officers.
Caught on CCTV: Thieves break into ATM with gas cutter, flee with lakhs in car
Four thieves in Uttarakhand's Roorkee broke into an SBI ATM with a gas cutter and fled with lakhs in cash in a Scorpio car late on Saturday.
Never get used to the damage done to this country
Everywhere you look in Britain today you see the results of 13 years of Conservative-led austerity - but this should never be considered normal, writes Liam Thorp
Biden calls Houthis terrorists, then declines to give them ‘irrelevant’ official designation
Biden was asked about the "terrorist" label just hours after he ordered airstrikes on Yemen in response to Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea.
On Christmas Eve, Bethlehem resembles a ghost town. Celebrations are halted due to Israel-Hamas war.
The typically bustling biblical birthplace of Jesus looks like a ghost town on Christmas Eve, with celebrations in Bethlehem called off due to the Israel-Hamas war.
Meet the pets searching for their forever homes as they start 2024 at Halfway Home Dog Rescue
Staff at the centre are dedicated to making sure all animals find a loving home
Heavy traffic to Gauteng expected, motorists urged to drive with caution
As holidaymakers make their way back into the province, the Gauteng provincial department has urged motorists to drive with caution and abide by the rules of the road.
Storm Henk: Full list of Nottingham City Transport and Trentbarton buses delayed and diverting
Trentbarton has explained a number of its routes are being diverted or missing stops, with its Connect Green service unable to serve Salterford Road in Hucknall
Over 100 flights affected as fog continues to blanket Delhi-NCR
New Delhi:  Over 100 flights were affected on Thursday as Delhi-NCR continued to be engulfed by fog which also impacted the rail and road traffic. The
Drivers driving in 'unfamiliar areas' warned road sign means 'hefty fine'
Motorists are being urged to brush up on their understanding of road signs to avoid hefty fines and potential hazards on the roads - as they are at risk of fines amid the Cost of Living crisis.
DeSantis dings Haley for proposing school security similar to airports after Iowa shooting
CUMMING, Iowa — Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) mocked former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley for contending schools should have security similar to airports after a deadly school shooting in Iowa.
XL Bully dogs must be muzzled and on a lead as fresh restrictions come into force
All XL Bully dogs must now be muzzled and on a lead as fresh restrictions come into force.
Heavy traffic expected on Gauteng's roads as holiday season kicks off
Friday marks the start of a long weekend after President Cyril Ramaphosa declared 15 December a public holiday in honour of the Springboks winning the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Kerala sets up control room to ensure safety of animals stranded in landslides
After giving necessary treatment to the injured animals, the Animal Welfare Department will hand them over to dairy farmers in the nearby areas who are willing to take them over.
Aboriginal oilman aims to take lead on resource development: 'We cannot live in soft communism'
This is a conversation series by Donna Kennedy-Glans, a writer and former Alberta cabinet minister, featuring newsmakers and intriguing personalities.
Texas has arrested thousands on trespassing charges at the border. Illegal crossings are still high
Starting in March, Texas will give police even broader power to arrest migrants while also allowing local judges to order them out of the U.S. under a new law signed by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.
Noida news: All schools to stay closed on December 29 and 30 due to cold weather
Teachers and other staffers will continue to work, the Gautam Buddh Nagar administration has said.
One person taken to hospital after two-vehicle crash on major Northumberland road
Police advised motorists to find alternative routes after two-vehicle collision on A697
M6 lorry driver taken to hospital as busy stretch to remain closed 'for some time'
The crash happened between J14 (near Penkridge) and J13 (Stafford)
Zero tolerance for errant road users this festive season, warn WC authorities
More than 580 traffic officers are set to be deployed throughout the Western Cape this holiday season, as traffic authorities hope to bring road fatalities further down this year.
Rivers remain high in parts of northern and central Europe after heavy rain
Barrier near German Magdeburg opens for first time in decade to ease pressure from Elbe
New Dumfries and Galloway Blood Bikes hit the road
The new bikes are named Heather and Natalie after the charity received a grant from the health board's endowment fund
Major Birmingham road closed over Christmas and New Year due to 'unsafe building'
A section of Soho Road remains closed, with buses diverted around the area after a man died in a blaze
Emergency phones on side of motorways failed on Christmas Day
Phones in the northeast, northwest, East Midlands and east of England were all affected from the early morning.
Controversial road safety measures in Drymen to be axed after villagers object
In August this year, we told how residents there were given the chance to voice their opinions on the temporary measures. Changes had been made to the layout of the village square – including planters being installed on the roadway there.
Odisha Police to use drones to keep vigil on Naxals’ movement
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police will now use drones both day and night to keep a close eye on the movements of the Naxals in the state. Decision to this effect
Carnival cruise passengers returned to port to find their cars flooded after storms battered the East Coast
Carnival Sunshine passengers returned to Charleston last week to find their cars flooded. The area had been pummeled by record rainfall and flooding,
Drivers who swerve to avoid potholes set to be fined due to little-known rule
Motorists who swerve late could be prosecuted for careless driving, it has been warned, as the scourge of potholes continues to plague UK streets.
Thousands of homes left without power as Storm Gerrit lashes England and Scotland
Heathrow Airport cancelled 18 flights on Wednesday due to air traffic control restrictions
Eiffel Tower closed after workers go on strike over “poor management”
Paris: In a recent incident, the Eiffel Tower was closed on Wednesday after the management staff called a strike, said reliable reports in this regard.
NYC Braces for Pro-Hamas Disruptions on New Year’s Eve in Times Square
Since October 7th, there have been 483 anti-Israel protests in New York City alone, with more than 161,000 screaming their hate for the Jewish State.
​Land mafia challenge Nitish Kumar’s Jal Jeevan Hariyali Mission, ponds in Darbhanga encroached, vanish overnight from under administration’s nose
As per reports, locals said that the police had visited the site a number of times before and had also seized equipment, yet, the administration was caught unawares when they found the pond-site levelled. | OpIndia News
California law banning most firearms in public takes effect as legal fight continues
A California law that bans people from carrying firearms in most public places will take effect on New Year’s Day, even as a court case continues to challenge the law.
Al-Faqir Well in Madinah reopens after improvements to site
MADINAH: The Al-Faqir Well in Madinah, which is also known as the Salman Al-Farsi Well, has reopened to visitors following development work. Dating back over 14 centuries, it stands as a historic landmark with links to Prophet Muhammad’s times, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Located in the Alya area of Madinah, the well is surrounded by orchards and it used pulleys for water
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