‘Loud explosion’ prompts police investigation into damaged bus shelter outside Dungannon
Reports of a “loud explosion” has prompted a police investigation after significant damage was caused to a bus shelter outside Dungannon. Dungannon councillor, Clement Cuthbertson, has condemned the actions of individuals who recently caused serious damage to a bus shelter in the Drumkee Road area. Mid Ulster PSNI described the incident as follows on social media: “We are currently investigating an incident which took place in the early hours of Saturday morning on the Drumkee Road. “At around 4am this morning (Saturday, January 11), a loud explosion was heard in the area, and in daylight hours it was then noted...
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‘Jannik Sinner has realised his best day is not as good as Carlos Alcaraz’s best day’
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Former world No 1 Jim Courier believes Jannik Sinner is “trying to work up to a higher upper level” to challenge an in-form Carlos Alcaraz. Defending Australian Open champion Sinner will return to action on Monday, with 13th seed Holger Rune standing in his way of a quarter-final place. Should the Italian ultimately beat Rune and ultimately return to the final in Melbourne, world No 3 Alcaraz could be one of the men he faces – with the Spaniard on the opposite side of the draw. Sinner and Alcaraz both won two Grand Slam singles...
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Sweden’s Underground Nuclear Waste Storage Project
The second of its kind in the world, it will ensure the long-term isolation and safety of radioactive waste. Illustration of Sweden’s Spent Fuel Repository | SKB At the moment, Finland is the leading nation in developing a permanent, deep geological repository for high-level nuclear waste. The operations are expected to start by 2026. Now, Sweden is taking up responsibility for safe disposal. Digging has already started and, in due course, will safely store highly the waste for an extended period, specifically 100,000 years. Sweden’s repository – located 500 meters below ground – will be housed in 1.9-billion-year-old solid bedrock....
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Urgent plea for two missing Coventry girls who police say have fled together – CoventryLive
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George Holmes, Darragh Hare and Hanna Pettersson Latest News – The Scotsman
George Holmes, Darragh Hare and Hanna Pettersson George Holmes is professor of conservation and society at the University of Leeds; Darragh Hare, is a research fellow at the Department of Biology, Wildlife Conservation Research Unit, University of Oxford; and Hanna Pettersson, is a postdoctoral research associate at the Leverhulme Centre for Anthropocene Biodiversity, University of York Never miss another story. Subscribe todayGet Started
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GB’s Mia Brookes Wins Again – PlanetSKI
18th January 2025 The snowboarder has taken first place at the Laax Open Slopestyle World Cup in Switzerland. NEW A first run score of 84.86 was enough to comfortably secure victory for Mia. New Zealand’s Zoi Sadowski Synott who finished second with 77.29, and Kokomo Murase of Japan was third with 71.15. “It’s so insane to win gold here in Laax, it’s unreal,” said Mia after her victory. “I really had fun on this course, super grateful I won here, and just a real fun day.” Mia Brookes, LAAX. Image c/o Kristina Lubyova/GB Snowsport Brookes’ victory marks a fourth consecutive...
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Dominica: As Mas Domnik Comes Close, Pictures of Last Year’s Carnival Goes Viral
Dominica: As the carnival season is all set to officially open today at 3 pm in Dominica, several pictures from last year’s season are going viral on social media, with people anticipating to witness even more vibrant costumes, performances and unforgettable moments. The pictures show revellers dressed in colourful and unique outfits, showcasing the rich culture and tradition of the Nature Isle. There were a number of people dressed as Moko Jumbies and masquerades while little girls were seen dressed in orange and green outfits while holding pom poms. Capture from Mas Domnik 2024 Notably, the opening parade today...
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Confirmed Liverpool lineup vs. Brentford as Kostas Tsimikas starts
Arne Slot has made one change to his lineup for Liverpool’s trip to Brentford, with the Reds looking to restore their winning form in the Premier League. After back-to-back draws in the league and Arsenal‘s 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Wednesday, Liverpool are in need of a victory at the Gtech. Slot has again been challenged with fitness issues in the buildup, but has still been able to name a strong side in west London. Watch Brentford vs. Liverpool – Live Online Streams That includes another start for Alisson, behind a back four of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van...
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GTCO Crossed N1.7 Trillion, Q3 Profit Raised Earnings Bar – MarketForces Africa
Nigeria’s multinational financial services group, Guaranty Trust Bank Holdings (GTCO) Plc, whose market value crossed N1.7 trillion, has remained steady over the last five trading sessions on the Nigerian Exchange. The most valuable Nigerian bank on the stock market saw its share price breaking series of resistance in the last quarter of 2024. The significant surge in its market value was bolstered by strong earnings beat in the first nine months of financial year 2024. GTCO’s financial performance in the first nine months of 2024 reflects strong growth and resilience, positioning the company as a leading financial services group in...
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Worlds Longest Coastal Path is Close to Completion
When it’s finally finished, England’s coastal path will be 2,700 miles long. The idea of a continuous coastal path around England was first proposed by the Ramblers charity in the early 2000s. In 2008, it was adopted by Gordon Brown’s Labour government and was enshrined in law the following year. Within 10 years, it was said, you would be able to walk a lap of Great Britain without interruption. Wales was planning its own coastal path, too (completed in 2012), and Scottish law allows the freedom to roam. Britain has lived through 16 years and seven prime ministers since the...
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Ayrshire: Scottish Animal Actors starring in hit TV shows | Largs and Millport Weekly News
ACTORS and actresses from blockbuster movies and hit TV shows are often required to deal with the associated fanfare and acclaim. However, Ayrshire has its own unique collection of unsung stars from some of the biggest shows to come onto our screens in recent times. While they may not look like your typical ‘film stars’ the team from Scottish Animal Actors have played some vital roles across a vast range of TV shows, films, adverts and even theatre shows. (Image: Scottish Animal Actors) The agency, based in West Kilbride, was founded around two years ago by Danielle Scott. She previously worked as...
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New bridge across the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal approved – Nation.Cymru
A view of how the planned bridge, over the canal, north of Pontnewydd in Cwmbran could look. Picture: Torfaen County Borough Council planning file. Twm Owen, local democracy reporter Construction of a new bridge across the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal near a major housing estate, has been approved by councillors. But the permission for the bridge that is “essential” for creating a ring road through, and linking the giant 1,200 home South Sebastopol housing development to the rest of Cwmbran, is subject to a condition that will have to be further approved by Torfaen Borough Council’s planning committee. The council’s...
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Cornish residents’ satisfaction with Cornwall Council is down in many areas
The results of an annual survey to gauge what residents think of Cornwall Council has just been published and while it shows trust in the council is 18 per cent above the national average, satisfaction has reduced significantly in a number of areas, writes Local Democracy Reporter Lee Trewhela. The council has conducted regular surveys with Cornish residents since 2018 and the autumn 2024 details are now available. Satisfaction with highways maintenance is down 13 per cent from 51 per cent in 2023 to 38 per cent, while support for the fire and rescue service has reduced by ten per...
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Year of contrasts for VCM as carbon credits see moving trends in 2024 -report
Published 17:50 on January 17, 2025 / Last updated at 17:50 on January 17, 2025 / Nick Ferris / Americas, Asia Pacific, EMEA, International, Nature-based, Voluntary Higher issuances of more recent vintages as well as soaring interest in cookstove credits are among the key takeaways from the VCM in 2024, a year marked by an historic deal on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, according to a report published on Friday. Higher issuances of more recent vintages as well as soaring interest in cookstove credits are among the key takeaways from the VCM in 2024, a year marked by an historic...
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Homo erectus, not sapiens, first humans to survive desert: study – Yahoo News UK
Our ancestor Homo erectus was able to survive punishingly hot and dry desert more than a million years ago, according to a new study that casts doubt on the idea that Homo sapiens were the first humans capable of living in such hostile terrain. The moment when the first members of the extended human family called hominins adapted to life in desert or tropical forests marks “a turning point in the history of human survival and expansion in extreme environments,” lead study author Julio Mercader Florin of the University of Calgary told AFP. Scientists have long thought that only Homo...
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Taiwan’s Record Breaking Danjiang Bridge
Opening later this year, it will be the longest single-span, single-mast, cable-stayed bridge in the world. Credit: Zaha Hadid Architects The bridge one of the last projects overseen by the world renowned Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, who died in 2016, a year following completion of the bridge’s design plans. With the aim of reducing congestion at another bridge across the Tamsui River, the sleek and elegant Danjiang Bridge will host dedicated pedestrian, cycling, and roadways, with room to expand a light rail network across its 920m deck (3,000 ft). This type of construction is called an asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge. The...
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‘It was such good fun‘ – Artist to feature in upcoming series of TV show
A Suffolk artist is set to face off against contestants from across country in a popular TV show. Barry Lowenhoff, from Sudbury, will feature in the first episode of the new series of Sky Arts’ Landscape Artist of the Year. Filmed last summer at Hampton Court Palace in London, Mr Lowenhoff said he had “such good fun” filming the episode. “I really enjoyed it,” he said. “I didn’t know how much I was going to enjoy it – I thought I was more concerned about doing the work, being nervous in front of a TV camera, but it was such...
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Excitement soars for launch of Winter Woodland Lights event – Andover Radio
The Hawk Conservancy Trust’s latest run of its special Winter Woodland Lights event takes flight on Friday 17 January. The bird of prey charity near Andover in Hampshire is hoping that in return for some much-needed lightness in the darkness of winter, ticket sales will boost vital income for its conservation and research projects. Thirteen otherwise gloomy winter nights will be brightened by a beautifully illuminated woodland trail that leads visitors to a stunning finale featuring an owl flying display with lights, special effects, music and narration. One of the charity’s biggest fundraising events of the year, Winter Woodland Lights...
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Auchinleck: Ayrshire Care Solutions care report feedback – Cumnock Chronicle
STAFF at a care provider based in Auchinleck have been praised for their trusting nature in a new care report. Care Inspectorate examiners filed a report for Ayrshire Care Solutions, based in Auchinleck’s Main Street. The report highlighted key areas such as staff having “positive, trusting and caring relationships” with service users. Other feedback included family members saying they felt involved and well-informed, telling inspectors they were very satisfied with the standard of care and support provided. Some pointers for the future included inspectors saying that the service could improve how often they assess the quality of the support provided...
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African Natural Capital Alliance reveals fellowship members – Carbon Pulse
Published 07:55 on January 16, 2025 / Last updated at 07:55 on January 16, 2025 / Thomas Cox / Africa, Biodiversity, EMEA The African Natural Capital Alliance (ANCA) has revealed 22 members of its fellowship programme, which seeks to raise biodiversity finance, including executives from several large financiers. The African Natural Capital Alliance (ANCA) has revealed 22 members of its fellowship programme, which seeks to raise biodiversity finance, including executives from several large financiers. A Carbon Pulse login is required to read this content. Register today to access all biodiversity content in full for free. You can also apply for a...
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Hammers’ Ambitious Loan | Decision Made And It’s Good News – West Ham News
Forget the massive wages, the huge entourage and the often – disinterested antics, Marcus Rashford is big news. Whether, or not, he is the answer to West Ham’s shortage of reliable frontmen brought on by Jarrod Bowen’s fractured foot and Niclas Fullkrug’s hamstring failure is another story. Supporters themselves were divided by the thought of a somewhat controversial Manchester-United reject and England International landing at London Stadium. Largely unreported yesterday afternoon was the dailystar.co.uk‘s article which poured cold water on West Ham’s aspirations to bring Rashford to West Ham – however unlikely that might have sounded once upon a time!...
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Trump pick for environment says climate change is ‘real’ – Yahoo News UK
Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the US Environmental Protection Agency acknowledged Thursday that man-made climate change is real in his Senate confirmation hearing. Lee Zeldin, a former US congressman from New York, has committed to Trump’s campaign pledges of boosting US energy dominance and rolling back environmental regulations enacted under President Joe Biden. The Republican president-elect has dismissed climate change as “a hoax” and revived his old claims during his election campaign that it is of no concern, as he promised to expand drilling for oil and gas. But Zeldin told the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee he believes...
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Want More Energy in the Morning?
7 tips for boosting your morning energy levels. Developing morning habits that leave you feeling energised and ready to take on the day is possible – provided, of course, that you’re able to get sufficient restorative sleep. Alas, no amount of habit-rejigging can help if you’re not regularly getting enough ZZZs. But if you are getting enough rest, and you’re still feeling kind of sluggish, here are seven simple steps that can help boost your morning energy levels: Take 10 Breaths: Stress has many effects on the body, one of which is decreased energy. So experts recommend starting the day...
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