Author: Benjamin

Security for the Olympic Games has turned central Paris into a heavily barricaded zone, with only a few residents permitted access. The area resembles a crime scene, with metal fences, cleared pathways, and empty restaurants. These barricades are being compared to an iron curtain, and access requires a QR code for residents and those with medical needs, as part of anti-terrorism measures.Paris is effectively in lockdown due to the Olympics, which are being held predominantly outdoors under the theme “en plein air.” Events are set to transform the city, with the Opening Ceremony featuring a four-hour boat parade along the…

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Earlier reports indicated that a pedestrian was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital following a collision on Castle Street.Authorities closed Castle Street from Glebe Street to Warnock Street in both directions, with specialist traffic officers present. A First Bus was observed stationary within the police cordon.Traffic was rerouted onto Alexandra Parade, and the M8 Junction 15 eastbound slip road was affected.Castle Street has now reopened, according to police.The pedestrian involved is a 28-year-old woman, though her condition has not been disclosed.A Scottish Ambulance Service spokesperson stated, “We received a call at 2:19 p.m. about an incident on Castle Street, Glasgow.…

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Nicholas Fryers denied the attack but was found guilty by a jury at Maidstone Crown Court on November 17, 2023. Today (July 22), he was sentenced to life imprisonment and must serve a minimum of 17 years and four months before being eligible for parole. On the evening of the incident, Fryers was working at a distribution centre in Littlebrook Manor Way, as part of a day release, having previously been convicted of murder in Wales in 1993. The court heard he had been working at the site for around two months and had become obsessed with another employee, buying…

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The Open Championship at Royal Troon showcased some truly exceptional golf, with Xander Schauffele delivering a performance that made him a worthy champion.This year’s tournament featured an unusually high number of players in contention for the Claret Jug on the final day. The challenging conditions earlier in the week gave way to a perfect golfing day on Sunday, providing a fitting backdrop for the climax of the championship.Although Schauffele struggled with his putting during the first two rounds, he was in full command by Sunday. His flawless 65, free of bogeys, ensured a comfortable victory. When a player is in…

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Families had a wonderful time at the event organized by Platform in Easterhouse.The festival featured a range of activities, including sports taster sessions, face painting, live music, art workshops, as well as inflatable rides and wrestling from Iron Girders Gym.Organizers were thrilled with the turnout and are eagerly anticipating the next event.The second event, the Bridge Family Festival, will be held at Platform’s headquarters in Easterhouse on Saturday, July 27, and will include a free roller disco.

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Nikita Kuzmin is set to take over the Theatre Royal in Brighton for one night next year with his Midnight Dancer show, which featured in the latest series of Celebrity Big Brother. This will be his first solo tour. Kuzmin, who recently partnered with actor Layton Williams on Strictly and finished as a runner-up, is a 26-year-old dancer born in Ukraine. He lived in Ukraine for nine years before moving to Italy, where he became a six-time Italian Latin and Ballroom dance champion, and then moved to Germany at 18.Joining Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, Kuzmin has partnered with West…

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Location : The M26 westbound between junction J2A and the M25 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 12:00 and 12:15 on 22 July 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 20 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

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Monday 22 July 2024 9:51 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on WhatsApp Share on Email Former Conservative Chair Lord Ashcroft plans to initiate “open discussions” with Gusborne’s board to explore strategic options for his majority stake, potentially including a sale of the company, as announced today. The company stated that there is “no certainty” regarding a sale or an offer at this stage. Ashcroft holds over 40 million shares in AIM-listed Gusborne, representing 66.76% of the company. Gusborne has a market capitalization of £40.17 million. Possible options for Gusborne include a sale, strategic merger,…

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