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Arrest warrants issued for Yulia Navalnaya by Russian court
According to official media, a Moscow court has issued an arrest order for Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's widow on extremism accusations. According to Tass news agency, the allegations presented against Yulia Navalnaya, who lives outside Russia, in absentia, are related to her alleged "participation in an extremist society".
Reform UK under pressure to verify all candidates are legit
Reform UK has been pressed to produce proof that its general election candidates were all actual people after questions were raised about several candidates who stood without submitting images, biographies, or contact information. Reform asserts that all of its 609 candidates on July 4 were genuine while admitting that some were essentially "paper candidates" who performed no campaigning and were there to help increase the party's vote share.
Real criminals, fake victims: chatbots fighting phone fraudsters worldwide
This time, Ibrahim, a helpful and polite man with an Egyptian accent, answers. "Frankly, I am not too sure I can recall buying anything recently," he informs the aspiring con artist. "Maybe one of the kids did," Ibrahim continues, "but that's not your fault, is it?" The scammers are legitimate, but Malcolm and Ibrahim are not. Prof Dali Kaafar and his team have produced two talking artificial intelligence bots, among others. Kaafar developed Apate based on his study at Macquarie University, named after the Greek goddess of deception.
Classic Fish and Chips Recipe: Crispy Perfection at Home
Fish and Chips is an iconic British dish that traces its origins back to the 19th century. Often regarded as a staple of British cuisine, this dish gained popularity among the working class in London and other coastal regions. Traditionally, it consists of deep-fried battered fish, typically cod or haddock, served with crispy, golden-brown chips (thick-cut fries). The combination of flaky fish and crunchy chips has since become synonymous with comfort food and seaside dining across the UK. At Creative Group, we celebrate Fish and Chips not only for its delicious flavors but also for its cultural significance. It reflects the simplicity and hearty nature of British cooking, enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds. Whether enjoyed wrapped in newspaper at a local chip shop or served with a gourmet twist at a fine dining establishment, Fish and Chips remains a beloved dish that embodies the essence of British culinary heritage.
Five ways 45p extra rate taxpayers can avoid savings interest tax
Many extra-rate taxpayers face tax bills on their savings interest, possibly unknowingly. HMRC expects to collect £10.37 billion in savings interest tax in the current fiscal year 2024-25. It anticipates a stunning £6.8 billion from extra-rate taxpayers, who do not receive a Personal Savings Allowance, unlike basic-rate and higher-rate taxpayers.
NASA volunteers finish year-long mission in Texas 3D-printed Mars bunker
After 378 days in a 3D-printed Mars-imitation bunker in Texas, four NASA volunteers, Kelly Haston, Anca Selariu, Ross Brockwell, and Nathan Jones, were eventually released. However, they may have missed a lot. NASA volunteers who spent more than a year in a mock Mars bunker have finished their assignment. Kelly Haston, Anca Selariu, Ross Brockwell, and Nathan Jones were released Saturday at about 10 p.m. UK time after 378 days in a 3D-printed Mars-imitation bunker in Texas.
Democrats evaluate the risks and benefits of losing Biden
President Joe Biden attempted to reignite his dormant re-election campaign on Sunday as members of his party discussed the prospects of his candidacy. Last week, the president's faltering debate performance raised significant concerns about his physical and mental ability to run. A prime-time appearance with ABC on Friday fueled more conjecture about his campaign's prospects. Despite the uncertainty, Mr Biden attended two campaign events on Sunday in Pennsylvania, a critical swing state.
After Smith misses cost England, Borthwick confronts kicker dilemma
Anyone who has ever played sports understands the desperate sinking feeling. One minute, the world is beautiful, and you are doing what you enjoy most. Then, out of nowhere, everything becomes absolutely Pete Tong—that costly slip in concentration, that insignificant missed putt, that easy dropped catch. Heartbreak, more so than heroism or happiness, is integral to the game.
Sir Keir Starmer plans to improve EU relations and address the UK’s ‘botched’ Brexit arrangement
Throughout the election campaign, the Conservatives attacked Labour's softer approach on Brexit. Sir Keir claims he wants to renegotiate Boris Johnson's "botched" accord with Europe. Labour is already striving to strengthen links with the European Union, according to Sir Keir Starmer, who is now touring the United Kingdom. Today, the new prime minister visited Scotland and spoke with Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar and First Minister John Swinney.
Chinese brave dangerous travel for US ‘freedom’
Last year, Li Xiaosan, a Chinese businessman, and his adolescent son travelled 5,000 kilometres (3,107 miles) through Central America to reach the United States. In Colombia, they were robbed at gunpoint and lost nearly all of their belongings. They journeyed through hazardous jungles and swamps in Panama before embarking on a dangerous 12-hour sea ride to Mexico. During Chinese New Year, they video-chatted with family members back in China, and Li's kid burst into tears. Li informed him, "Freedom is not free."
At least 20 dead in Russian bombardment on Ukraine cities
Officials say at least 20 people were killed when Russia launched a massive missile attack on Ukrainian cities. An unusual daytime attack in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, killed at least seven people. The city's mayor stated that the missile strike had struck a children's hospital and was being evacuated. The director of the military administration in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih reported at least ten people were killed there, with three more slain in the eastern town of Pokrovsk.
New chancellor Rachel Reeves lifts onshore wind prohibition and sets mandated housing targets ‘to get Britain built again’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has set mandatory housing targets and lifted the onshore wind moratorium to get "Britain building again." The UK's first female chancellor announced that Labour will form a new task force "to accelerate stalled housing sites in our country." She stated that Labour's election plan indicated that her government would create 1.5 million houses over the next five years.
