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Heappey: UK must ready for war despite lagging behind
James Heappey, a former minister of the armed forces, wrote that numerous government agencies had neglected to conduct shelter evacuation drills. Preparing the nation for war is the best way to increase the likelihood of peace; however, a former defence minister has warned that the United Kingdom is "very far behind."
What is the celebration like for Eid al-Fitr in 2024?
As no new moon was visible on Monday evening following Maghrib prayers, Muslims in Saudi Arabia and neighbouring countries will observe an additional day of fasting to mark the conclusion of the 30th day of Ramadan. The inaugural day of Eid will subsequently transpire on Wednesday, April 10th. Determining the first day of Eid al-Fitr is the observation of the crescent moon that signifies the beginning of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.
‘Hardest Geezer’ resumes Africa run after jungle ordeal, robbery
Russ Cook, who over 350 days covered more than 16,000 kilometres while running from the point of South Africa to Tunisia under the moniker "Hardest Geezer" on social media, has completed the journey. A British individual has commenced his final day of the arduous challenge to run the length of Africa in Tunisia. Running for over 350 days, Russ Cook, who self-identifies as "Hardest Geezer" on social media, has accumulated the equivalent of 385 marathons.
Israel withdraws troops from southern Gaza after seven months
Contradictory reports exist regarding the extent and duration of the Israeli ground forces' withdrawal from the southern Gaza Strip, including Khan Younis, despite the military's official statement to the contrary. "As of today, Sunday, April 7th, the mission of the 98th commando division of the IDF in Khan Younis has been completed. "To prepare for future operations and to recuperate, the division withdrew from the Gaza Strip," the army said in a statement on Sunday.
Dogs to honor Great Dane in Cape Town event
This week marks the 80th anniversary of the death of Just Nuisance, the first dog in history to be awarded an official Royal Navy rank. In April, canines and humans gather in the naval enclave of Simon's Town for a celebration of his life that includes cake, walkies, and a pipe band. The previous year, approximately eighty canines attended. The festival for this year begins at 10 am on Saturday, April 6.
Police: Torso in plastic at reserve belongs to man
A forensic examination of the human torso discovered in a nature reserve in Salford was conducted by the police. The individual is being identified through ongoing DNA tests as police search the Kersal Wetlands. Police say the human remains discovered in a nature preserve enveloped in plastic belonged to a man older than forty years old. Thursday's discovery of a human torso at Kersal Wetlands in Salford, Greater Manchester, prompted the initiation of a homicide investigation.
Gaza: Israel requested to release relief worker deaths report
The food charity World Central Kitchen (WCK) has demanded that an impartial inquiry be conducted into the Israeli drone strikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven of its employees. It follows the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) assertion that "grave errors" were responsible for the laborers' fatal targeting. Due to an investigation by the Israeli military, two senior officers were demoted.
Pelosi supports Democrats urging Biden to stop arms transfer
In a letter to President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, over thirty Democratic members of the United States House of Representatives have demanded an absolute cessation of arms transfers to Israel. The letter signed by the lawmakers on Friday, including former House speaker and Biden ally Nancy Pelosi, stated, "We believe it is unjustifiable to approve these weapons transfers in light of the recent strike against aid workers and the ever-worsening humanitarian crisis."
Iran arrests ISIL Eid al-Fitr ‘suicide attack’ planners
Iran has reportedly apprehended ISIL (ISIS) members who were preparing an assault to occur during the conclusion of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Authorities in Mahdasht, Alborz province, located approximately 60 kilometers (37 miles) west of Tehran, were alerted by a concerned citizen. As a result, Mohammad "Ramesh" Zaker, a "senior" ISIL member, was apprehended, according to police spokesman Saeed Montazerolmahdi on Saturday.
Ecuador police enter Mexican embassy, arrest ex-VP Glas
The Mexican president has deemed the detention a "blatant violation of international law," and he has stated that his nation is severing ties with the South American country. An ex-vice president of Ecuador who had sought political asylum in Mexico during an investigation into corruption allegations was apprehended when the Mexican embassy in Quito was stormed by law enforcement.
Ethiopian army accused of Amhara war crimes
The incident that occurred in late January in the city of Malawi was one of the deadliest for civilians since August, when combat broke out between Fano militia and Ethiopian federal forces in the volatile region, according to a report published on Thursday by a rights organisation based in New York. "Once more, the brunt of an abusive army operating impunously is bearing down on civilians," said Laetitia Bader, deputy Africa director at HRW.
Pig kidney transplant patient exits MA hospital
Chronic kidney disease sufferer Richard "Rick" Slayman is looking forward to recovering from his "historic transplant" and spending time with his loved ones without the interruption of dialysis. The hospital has released the initial recipient of a kidney transplant derived from a genetically modified swine. Richard "Rick" Slayman was the first person in history to receive the organ in March from the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston, following a four-hour operation.