Being labelled ‘extremist’ won’t stop Palestine Action

Creative Media NewsFriday, 29 March 2024, 13:560

The Conservative Party government expanded police powers and moved to weaponize concerns over so-called "extremism" in response to weekly pro-Palestine demonstrations against Israel's assault on Gaza, which were attended by hundreds of thousands in London and other major British cities. Its prominent figures stigmatized nonviolent demonstrators who were exercising their democratic rights, labelling them "hate marchers" and "mobs" and categorizing all opposition to Israel's occupation and war as motivated by bigotry and hatred.

Chinese smartphone powerhouse Xiaomi challenges Tesla

Creative Media NewsFriday, 29 March 2024, 12:190

Xiaomi, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has begun accepting reservations for its first electric vehicle (EV).Lei Jun, chief executive officer of the technology behemoth, announced at the event that the base price of the SU7 would be 215,900 yuan ($29,872; £23,663), while the Max model would cost 299,900 yuan.

French MPs debate hair discrimination ban

Creative Media NewsFriday, 29 March 2024, 11:560

The French political class is currently debating a measure that would outlaw hair discrimination.The proposed legislation would expand upon current policies by expressly prohibiting discrimination based on hair texture, length, colour, or style, with no preference for individuals with curly, coiled, or nonexistent hair.

Gambian mothers oppose lifting FGM ban vehemently

Creative Media NewsFriday, 29 March 2024, 11:110

When Fatou* was less than a year old, she underwent female circumcision, which rights organizations denounce as a form of maltreatment, also known as female genital mutilation.The 29-year-old woman from Bandung, a town located on the outskirts of Banjul, the capital of The Gambia, declared today that she will protect her infant daughter from enduring the same ordeal that left her scarred, despite the fact that parliament is taking measures to lift a prohibition on female genital mutilation (FGM).

Gogglebox star gets tributes following fall death

Creative Media NewsFriday, 29 March 2024, 10:270

Respect has been extended to the deceased reality television personality George Gilbey, who was injured in a workplace accident.Wednesday, Essex Police was dispatched to a road in Shoebury, close to Southend-on-Sea, in response to a report of a man who had fallen while working at height.The self-employed electrician, aged 40, perished instantly at the location.

Is Israel’s Gaza war straining US-South Africa relations?

Creative Media NewsThursday, 28 March 2024, 16:420

Amid tensions between the two countries, the United States House of Representatives is currently deliberating on a measure that proposes a reevaluation of the nation's relationship with South Africa.It is believed that the purpose of South Africa's Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor's recent visit to Washington, DC, was to inform the US strategic community of Pretoria's stances on significant areas of divergence from Washington.

Prisoner charged with stabbing Beckenham rail passengers

Creative Media NewsThursday, 28 March 2024, 16:310

A male juvenile has been apprehended on suspicion of attempted murder subsequent to the stabbing of a man in south-east London aboard a train in the presence of appalled passengers.Wednesday afternoon, while the train was traveling from Shortlands and Beckenham to London, Victoria, the passenger sustained life-threatening injuries.The victim, who is in his twenties, is in critical but stable condition at the hospital, according to the British Transport Police (BTP).

King Charles’ Easter sermon after cancer diagnosis

Creative Media NewsThursday, 28 March 2024, 16:140

The monarch, who suspended significant public responsibilities in March to endure cancer treatment, was photographed seated at his Buckingham Palace desk during the recording of his audio message. The message was scheduled to be played for a congregation at Worcester Cathedral on Thursday during his absence.Following his and the Princess of Wales's cancer diagnoses, the King stated in a personal Easter message that he would continue to serve the nation with "my whole heart."

Teen held for attempted murder after train stabbing in London

Creative Media NewsThursday, 28 March 2024, 15:150

His condition is "critical but stable," according to the British Transport Police, who transported the victim, who is in his twenties, to the hospital.An individual, aged 19, has been apprehended on suspicion of attempted murder after the stabbing of another man aboard a train in the southern region of London.The incident between the Beckenham Junction and Shortlands railway stations was observed on Wednesday.

Turkish local elections are shadowed by AI disinformation fears

Creative Media NewsThursday, 28 March 2024, 14:580

With the approach of nationwide local elections on March 31, Turkey is confronted with apprehensions regarding the escalating menace of disinformation and fabricated media produced via artificial intelligence.A video that circulated on social media platforms earlier this year allegedly captured the opposition mayor of Istanbul endorsing the governing Justice and Development Party (AK Party), which President Recep Tayyip Erdogan leads.

Baltimore bridge collapse: Divers locate two remains in truck

Creative Media NewsThursday, 28 March 2024, 14:500

Two fatalities have been identified in a red pickup vehicle that was submerged at the location where the Baltimore bridge collapsed.A ship collided with the bridge, causing eight construction workers to be ejected into the water below.Despite the rescue of two of the workers that day, the search for the remaining four, who are presumed deceased, continues.

Pentagon head calls Gaza civilian deaths ‘far too high’

Creative Media NewsWednesday, 27 March 2024, 22:000

The Israeli counterpart to US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin stated that the number of civilian casualties in the Gaza Strip is "exceedingly high." This statement was made one day after the United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution urging a cessation of hostilities in the Palestinian enclave embroiled in conflict.Austin stated at the outset of a Tuesday meeting with Gallant in Washington, DC, that humanitarian aid to Gaza continues to be "grossly inadequate."

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