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Nationwide petition for Virgin Money takeover gains momentum
A special meeting is imminent as a petition urging Nationwide to grant members a voice in its acquisition of Virgin Money approaches the required number of signatures. Debbie Crosbie led the building society, which maintains that consulting its 16 million members who own the mutual on its proposal for the High Street lender is unnecessary. Nationwide contends that any consultation could cause the £2.9 billion transaction to be delayed.
‘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.
Blind photography exhibit displays amazing ultrasound scan experience
In addition to showcasing the photographs of blind individuals, the World Unseen exhibition presents additional images accompanied by braille and audio descriptions and illustrates how those with visual impairments perceive them. Upon first examining the scan with her fingertips, Karen Trippass immediately recognised that her unborn child bore the features of her spouse.
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.
Max Verstappen dominates qualifying to win Japanese GP pole
After securing the prime position for the Japanese Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has maintained an unblemished record in the single lap this season, going four from four. With remarkable ease, the world champion put his Red Bull through its tests at Suzuka, a track he adores, despite the formidable challenge that awaited him. Because comrade Sergio Pérez finished in second place, it was indisputable that Red Bull had definitively established its early season dominance.
McDonald’s HQ to take over Israel branches post-boycott
The intervention of the American company follows a period of controversy surrounding its international sales during the conflict. After donating thousands of complimentary meals to Israeli troops, activists have urged consumers to avoid the chain. McDonald's headquarters will assume ownership of its Israeli locations following consumer boycotts in response to the conflict in Gaza, which negatively impacted global sales.
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."
Bankers bowl cricket bosses over with Hundred sell-off pitch
The England and Wales Cricket Board is considering the advice of firms such as Raine and Rothschild regarding its intentions to sell interests in The Hundred's franchises. English cricket executives will advance the sport's ownership structure overhaul by another level next week by announcing plans to sell stakes in The Hundred's eight franchises.
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.
