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Tourists film New Zealand volcano eruption from nearby boat
Police said more casualties were feared with rescue services unable to reach New Zealand's White Island as it remained too dangerous after the volcano sent a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air
Traditional Christmas desserts with a twist
Try a botanical gin and tonic lemon trifle plus a no-fail pudding roulade.
Adorable photos from Chizzy Alichi traditional wedding
Nollywood actress, Chizzy Alichi and her heartthrob, Chike Ugochukwu have on Saturday, December 7, 2019, traditionally tied the knot. The actress who got engaged to her fiancee in September 2019, had her traditional marriage at her
Blitzboks in 'Pool of Death' at Cape Town Sevens
The Blitzboks have been drawn in a tough Pool A for this weekend's Cape Town Sevens.
Northerns name former Titans captain to fill Faul's CEO shoes
Northerns Cricket Union announced the appointment of Pierre Joubert as their interim chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Turkey is blackmailing Greece with Libya Agreement: Greek FM
Greece’s Foreign Minister, Nikos Dendias called out the recent agreement between Turkey and Libya as a product of blackmail, during an interview on Sunday with ANT1 TV.
Helping under-privileged children crack competitive exams
Avanti Learning trains them in maths and science so that they get into best colleges
International competitive bid from Ethio Telecom (Tender)
Floating Date: AS of December 10,2019 RFQ No.3681940 and 3681941Closing Date: January 02,2019 1. Ethio telecom invite all interested and eligible bidding by this international Competitive Bid (ICB) for the procurement of Network Security operation and maintenance Training (Advance Lepel) and IPv6 Bearer Network Training Advance level) with RFQ No.3681940 and 3681941. Tender remains floating from December 10,2019 to January 02, 2019. Extension of Bid Opening Date Bid Ref.No ET-MANR-126947-GO-RFB
Bat for Lashes shares stripped-down piano version of “Desert Man”
Stripped back almost entirely to just Natasha Khan and her piano, this alternate version of Desert Man may be be all the more powerful for it.
World anti-doping body bars Russia from 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Athletes were barred Monday from competing under the Russian flag during the 2020 Summer Olympics under a four-year ban handed down by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
A Great American Achievement
The new government statistics are out.September marked the first month that U.S. exports of crude oil, and petroleum products, surpassed imports since the government started recording the data in 1949
Mum accidentally swallows two front teeth while eating mince pie
Angela McGill, 52, was tucking into the festive snack when she swallowed what she thought was a bit of pastry
Mechwarrior 5: Mercenaries is one day away, so here’s a launch trailer
Mechwarrior 5 has been a long time coming, and you thankfully won't have to wait too much longer to play it.
North Korea opens ski resort in effort to boost tourism
SEOUL, South Korea — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened a new mountain spa and ski resort that’s intended for people to enjoy “high civilization under socialism” in another example of the
Alan Pardew blames WhatsApp groups for "toxic" dressing room impact
Pardew left his last job at West Brom by mutual consent after an unsuccessful four months in charge, which saw the Baggies win just one league match out of 19 during his reign
Last minute audio tech for the holidays
Zone out from the chaos around you this holiday season, and tune in to the sounds you want to, or make and manage calls, with this selection of compact and loud audio tech.
Last minute audio tech for the holidays
Zone out from the chaos around you this holiday season, and tune in to the sounds you want to, or make and manage calls, with this selection of compact and loud audio tech.
Chucklefish Apologises for "Insensitive" Wargroove Casting Choices
Backlash came over casting for upcoming DLC characters.
Grande Provence Rings In The Festive Season
Treat friends and family this festive season to a Franschhoek fine-dining feast at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate. Embrace the Christmas spirit by singing along to carols by candlelight on Christmas Eve before tucking into a sumptuous dinner. The Restaurant at Grande Provence offers guests a lavish six-course festive menu on Christmas Day. To welcome […]
UMTA in the dog house
Proposed common ticket card, urban transport development fund remain on paper
Over-egg-cited! Restaurant diner tries her hand at egg flipping trick - and brings the ceiling crashing down
Claire Logan, 30, enthusiastically attempts the trick and manages to shoot the egg straight into the ceiling, causing a panel to fall down, at the Japanese restaurant Hanahana in Newcastle.
Patriots caught videotaping Bengals in Spygate sequel
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots acknowledged on Monday night that a video crew working for the team filmed the Cincinnati Bengals sideline during Sunday’s game, a violation of league rules that echoed the team’s 2007 Spygate scandal.
'Rocket Man' and 'The Dotard,' redux
Kim Jong Un is maintaining a balance of terror with the North Korean people, who have no means to escape.
Where Bicyclists, Doormen and Tourists Battle for Turf
New York City bicyclists say people who walk across bike lanes need to pay attention. But doormen at high-end hotels worry about collisions as lanes expand.
Mark Howard reflects on the recent jumping action
Top Racing TV analyst Mark Howard reflects on the weekend action and still harbours one doubt over Defi Du Seuil's Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase credentials.
World Anti-Corruption Day: Graft masters rake in Sh300 trillion annually
Kenya has been plagued by a long list of corruption scandals which are yet to be resolved
Machete wielding thugs raid Nuns’ Convent, steal unspecified money
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Kampala Metropolitan Police have launched a hunt for four machete-wielding thugs that raided the convent of the Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Africa in Bunamwaya, and robbed an unspecified amount of money. Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyesigyire says that the thugs raided the convent at 2 …
Thieves carry out 'utterly devastating' raid at charity-run farm
The criminals seized a van, cash and equipment from Elm Tree Farm
Lil' Red Robin Hood panto hits all its targets
The clever and funny Ross Petty show feels right at home the intimate Winter Garden Theatre
How Understanding Your Good or Bad Photos Can Improve Your Photography
Landscape photography is an art. That is for sure. It is a way for us to express our emotions when in a location and capture a scene forever. With social media, you could easily be mistaken to think that I good photo is the one with the most likes or comments. Or you may think a good photo is one that wins a competition. But this is somebody else’s interpretation of a good photo. It is missing a key ingredient and that is YOU.
'Top four in sight for Manchester United'
United are unbeaten in five Premier League matches.
Oklahoma City nonprofit raises funds to serve human trafficking survivors
The Dragonfly Home, a metro-area nonprofit that helps human trafficking survivors, is holding its third annual “Drive for Dragonfly” fundraiser. Dragonfly operates Oklahoma’s only state-certified human trafficking crisis center and is working to open a sex trafficking shelter in Oklahoma City. Since receiving state certification from the Attorney General’s Office in November 2016, Dragonfly has served more than 300 victim-survivors of sex and labor trafficking, and fielded more than 3,000 calls to its 24-hour helpline. The fundraising effort is led by Maddie McNeill, a recent University of Oklahoma graduate, and Rebecca Jakopin and Shary Bouvette, two current OU students.
Preview: Lightning riding high heading into matchup against visiting Islanders
The Tampa Bay Lightning ready for a clash with Mathew Barzal, Barry Trotz, and the New York Islander Monday night at Amalie Arena.
Bus-stoning suspects hunted by C. Sur cops
RAGAY, C. SUR- members of the local police are tracking down suspects who were responsible for stoning buses plying the route from Metro Manila to Bicol passing the Andaya Highway in this town.
Crowley Webb brings blue-collar vibe to renovated digs
Crowley Webb has come a long way since its founding 33 years ago. What started as a small firm with an office on lower Franklin Street in...
Hankook Tire CEO indicted on charges of bribery, embezzlement
Cho Hyun-bum, chief executive of Hankook Tire & Technology, South Korea's largest tire maker by sales, was indicted for taking bribes and embezzling corporate funds, prosecutors said Monday.Cho is suspected of receiving kickbacks worth around 600 million won (US$503,778) from subcontractors and siphoning off some 200 million won from Hankook's affiliated companies, according to the prosecutors' office. In January...
Court hostage is also part of state capture
Cartels subdue the legislature and pass laws that aim at securing their haven of rotten and unfair advantage to the detriment of the common good.
Arsenal 'will not recall Eddie Nketiah from Leeds United'
Arsenal will reportedly allow Eddie Nketiah to spend the rest of the season on loan at Leeds United, despite his lack of game time at Elland Road.
TD Healy-Rae treated for smoke inhalation after fire
Kerry Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae has been treated at hospital in Tralee for smoke inhalation after a fire in his office and shop this morning.
Trick out your Versa 2 with these cool products
Get even more out of your Fitbit Versa 2 with some of these awesome accessories.
Huge fight breaks out at Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park
'Everyone was getting pushed back but there was nowhere to go.'
Kim Kardashian threatens to sack sister Kourtney from KUWTK
There's no love lost between these two sisters
Swelling U.S. IPO backlog points to crowded 2020 field
(Reuters) - More and more companies are putting plans for U.S. initial public offerings (IPO) on ice this year because of investor pushback against their valuations, creating a backlog that could make stock market debuts more challenging in 2020.
Manchester City 'preparing for Pep Guardiola exit'
Manchester City are reportedly planning for Pep Guardiola's departure amid fears that he could leave the current Premier League champions at the end of the season.
Eddie Cross: It cannot be Business as Usual in 2020
By Eddie Cross If there is one thing our leadership has to understand as we approach Christmas this year, it is that in 2020, we cannot continue to do things the way they have been done in the past decade. We go out of 2019 with so many areas of failure in terms of policy and activity that it is difficult to pick them out and deal with them one by one. So this weekly letter is going to cover my personal wish list for my country in 2020.
Victor Lindelof reveals brave Manchester United tactic that helped them beat Man City
Man Utd defender Victor Lindelof spoke after the win against Manchester City in the derby at the Etihad on Saturday.
Spectacular concert in Two Mile Borris this December
Two Mile Borris National School, in association with the In Tune for Life Orchestra and the McGrath School of Irish Dance, will host an evening of traditional music and dance on Thursday, December 19 ...
Chase Carey reveals how sponsors are close to F1
F1 CEO Chase Carey has revealed that sponsors are looking to join forces with F1 like never before as the sport becomes a more global brand. Liberty Media are rumoured to be ready to announce another major sponsor to join the core of companies already affiliated with F1.
How Aaron Wan-Bissaka has impressed Manchester United teammates in training
Man Utd right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka has impressed since arriving in the summer but Darren Fletcher wants to see him improve in one area.
Freya Anderson strikes gold with freestyle double
Freya Anderson completed a freestyle double with victory in the 200m at the European Short Course Swimming Championships in Glasgow.
The weekend in pictures including Anthony Joshua, Mohamed Salah, Jose Mourinho
Anthony Joshua became a world champion for the second time.
Manuel Pellegrini targets West Ham festive cheer - starting by beating Arsenal
The Hammers boss is harking back to Christmas Past ahead of the London derby on Monday night
Game of Thrones' John Bradley admits the show gave left him with stammer
John suffered playing Samwell Tarly
Manchester United midfielder Fred praised for proving his critics wrong
The Brazilian midfielder has played a key role in wins over Tottenham and Man City
Professor Lisa Roberts named new vice chancellor of Exeter University
She will replace long serving Professor Sir Steve Smith
John Barrowman 'so proud' of Dancing On Ice's first same-sex couple
The Scots entertainer who is replacing Jason Gardiner on the ITV ice-skating show's judging panel, urged the LGBT+ community to get behind dancers Ian "H" Watkins and Matt Evers - but only if they are good.
The Higgins Hotel New Orleans officially opens December 6
NEW ORLEANS - The National WWII Museum announced the official opening of its landmark hotel property The Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton. Located in the blossoming Arts and Warehouse District in New Orleans, the Hotel features 230 rooms, four dining outlets - including the city’s newest rooftop bar - and 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space, all set with a tasteful Art Deco design. The Hotel is the first in the state of Louisiana to
Crane collapsed after being hit by APL container ship in Antwerp VIDEO
Container ship APL MEXICO CITY broke off her mooring at Doel, Antwerp, in the afternoon Dec 9, drifted across harbor and contacted DP World pier crane. Crane, thankfully unmanned at the time, colla…
No reprieve as Samoa measles toll hits 70
A devastating measles outbreak continued to spread in Samoa, data released Monday showed, as the death toll from the epidemic climbed to 70, ...
Might Bite may go back over hurdles after Aintree mishap
Nicky Henderson looking at going back to smaller obstacles after early exit in the Many Clouds Chase on Merseyside
One in hospital after crash into pole in Champaign County
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY — UPDATE @ 6:30 a.m.: