Police have arrested a maintenance worker at a New Orleans jail for helping ten inmates break out of the US facility on Friday, Louisiana’s attorney general has announced. The worker, identified as 33-year-old Sterling Williams, was arrested on Monday night, according to the BBC’s US partner CBS News. Mr Williams is accused of turning off the water to the cell that was used for the escape, which involved removing a toilet from the wall. He said an inmate threatened to attack him with a “shank” – meaning makeshift knife – if he did not help, according to court documents. Three…
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Jennifer Lopez is being sued for posting photos of herself at a Hollywood party, with the photographer and a paparazzi agency saying she failed to get permission to use them. The singer and actress shared pictures on social media of herself arriving at the Amazon MGM Studios and Vanity Fair Party in Los Angeles the night before this year’s Golden Globes in January. Photographer Edwin Blanco and Backgrid, the agency he was working for, have each filed lawsuits saying they own the copyright to two photos. The pictures were used “to promote Ms Lopez’s public appearances, boost user engagement, increase…
The autopsy on the body of catholic priest Father John Maina from Igwamiti Parish, Nyahururu is inconclusive. Preliminary findings revealed that the bruises observed on Fr. Maina’s head were unlikely to be the cause of death. Consequently, samples were collected and sent for further toxicological analysis. On May 19, 2025, the autopsy was conducted by Dr. Titus Ngulungu, a government pathologist. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations is now investigating the circumstances surrounding the murder of the priest. Father Maina had claimed his life was in danger. But police say he did not report the same. Reports indicate that, on April…
Sleep is essential for a child’s growth, development and overall wellbeing. However, many children struggle with sleep issues ranging from difficulties falling asleep to night waking and early rising. As a parent or foster carer, lack of sleep can be exhausting and stressful. Understanding the potential causes and solutions for your child’s sleep problems is key. Here is an A-Z guide to common childhood sleep issues, their causes and how to tackle them. Bedtime Resistance Some children strongly resist going to bed at night. They may cry, throw tantrums or repeatedly get out of bed. This can be due to…
In today’s fast-paced world, our personal style is rapidly evolving, embracing the digital landscape like never before. From stunning virtual accessories to innovative fashion apps, technology is reshaping how we express ourselves. We’re no longer confined to physical stores or traditional fashion norms; instead, we’re curating our looks with a few taps on our screens. As we dive into this digital transformation, we’ll explore the myriad ways technology influences our fashion choices. Whether it’s through augmented reality try-ons or personalized style recommendations, the digital realm offers endless possibilities for self-expression. Join us as we uncover why personal style is going…
Has claustrophobia or discomfort ever struck you in a perfectly warm building? Most likely, the rooftop HVAC ventilation system was the problem rather than the heating or cooling system. The effectiveness of your rooftop HVAC system, occupant comfort, and interior air quality all depend on adequate ventilation. Controlling a large space, a bedroom, or a business requires an understanding of the proper ventilation system. The significance of adequate ventilation will be covered in this article, along with some useful recommendations for design, upkeep, and tactics to help you get the most out of your rooftop HVAC system. With an expert…
When fine lines, hollows, and detailed contours are the issue, straight tools simply won’t cut it. That is where the true power of bent carving gouges comes into its own. These chisels allow you to create shapes otherwise impossible with regular chisels, adding depth and meaning to any work. When spoons, bowls, or sculpture are being created, good wood carving gouges and wood gouges open up an entire world of creative potential. The Limits of Flat Tools Picture this: You’re gouging out a block or trying to shape the edge of a wooden bowl, and your straight chisel keeps getting…
An Egyptian fisherman who helped organise the movement of more than 3,000 migrants as part of a £12 million illegal boat crossing operation has been jailed for 25 years. UK-based Ahmed Ebid, 42, was involved in smuggling nearly 3,800 people from North Africa to Italy between October 2022 and June 2023, with some making their way to Britain, the National Crime Agency (NCA) said. Ebid is the first person in the UK to be convicted of being involved in people smuggling across the Mediterranean Sea from Africa to Italy. He arrived in the UK on a small boat in 2022…
Seven Mexican youths have been shot dead at a festivity organised by the Catholic Church in the central state of Guanajuato. Gunmen opened fire on a group of people who had stayed behind in the central square of the village of San Bartolo de Berrios after an event organised by the local parish. Eyewitnesses said the assailants had driven straight to the village square in the early hours of Monday and fired dozens of shots seemingly at random. The authorities have not yet said what the motive behind the shooting may have been but messages scrawled on signs left at…
The Spanish government has called for the removal of the listings of nearly 66,000 properties on rental platform Airbnb on the grounds that they breach regulations for tourist accommodation. The clampdown comes as protests against over-tourism have begun ahead of the summer season. Demonstrations in the Canary Islands on Sunday attracted thousands of people. The minister for social rights, consumer affairs and the 2030 Agenda, Pablo Bustinduy, said the rental properties in question had “violated various norms regarding housing for tourist use”. The announcement followed a Madrid court ruling that Airbnb must immediately withdraw from the market 5,800 of the…
Kenyan photojournalist and human rights activist Boniface Mwangi, along with Ugandan journalist and advocate Agatha Atuhaire, were Tuesday deported from Tanzania following their detention in Dar es Salaam. The two were accused of providing false information upon entry into the country and had been held at the Central Police Station since May 19. Their deportation, confirmed on Tuesday by Advocate Emmanuel Ukashu and the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), has triggered widespread condemnation from regional civil society organizations and legal rights advocates. “I have received reports from Advocate Emmanuel Ukashu, who was assigned to handle this matter, informing me that Mr.…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya was on Tuesday freed on a bond of Sh1 million with an alternative bail of Sh500,000 after charges of corruption. Nairobi Anti-Corruption principal magistrate Charles Ondieki however barred the governor from accessing his office for a period of 60 days. The court aso directed Nayembeya not to travel out of the country unless permitted by the court. The governor was also ordered not to discuss the case in public. The court set for Natembeya 15 conditions that he must abide by or risk being thrown into remand. “Any breach of the conditions shall attract attendant…
Imagine having a president called Nicky. That’s what Romanians just voted for: a softly-spoken, slightly geeky mathematician who everyone refers to by his first name, Nicusor – or Nicky. On Monday, hours after claiming victory in the elections, the new president picked up his daughter from school as usual. He’s promised his children nothing will change. But for Romania things looked very different this morning. A vote for change Nicusor Dan has been mayor of Bucharest since 2020 but until now he was little known beyond the capital. That’s why his election is widely seen as an act of protest…
France will build a new high-security prison in its overseas territory of French Guiana to house drug traffickers and radical Islamists, the country’s justice minister announced during a visit to the territory. Gérald Darmanin told Le Journal du Dimanche (JDD) newspaper that the prison would target organised crime “at all levels” of the drug supply chain. The €400m (£337m) facility, which could open as early as 2028, will be built in an isolated location deep in the Amazon jungle in the northwestern region of Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni. The plan was announced after a series of violent incidents linked to criminal gangs which…
The Spanish prime minister has called for Israel to be banned from the Eurovision Song Contest over its military action in Gaza. Pedro Sánchez noted Russia has been banned from the contest since 2022 following its invasion of Ukraine, and said there should not be “double standards”. Israel came second in the contest’s grand final in Switzerland on Saturday, but topped the public vote – with Spanish viewers giving Israel the maximum 12 points. Israeli minister for diaspora affairs, Amichai Chikli, ridiculed Sánchez with a social media post that said the vote had been a “slap in the face” for…