A man has been arrested in New York in connection with the death of a woman who was set on fire on a subway train in Brooklyn. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch described Sunday’s incident as “one of the most depraved crimes one person could possibly commit against another human being”. She said the woman was on a stationary F train when she was approached by a man who used a lighter to ignite her clothing – which became “fully engulfed in a matter of seconds”. Although officers extinguished the flames, the victim died at the scene. Police are still working…
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Matt Gaetz spent tens of thousands of dollars on sex and drugs while serving as a US congressman, according to a long-awaited report from the House ethics committee. It follows an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use by Gaetz, who was briefly lined up for a top job in President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet. The committee also found evidence that Gaetz, 42, received gifts in excess of permissible amounts in connection to a 2018 trip to the Bahamas. The former lawmaker has repeatedly denied wrongdoing, saying he is the victim of a smear campaign. The committee’s report…
The suspect accused of killing UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson has pleaded not guilty to New York state murder and terrorism charges. Luigi Mangione, 26, appeared in court on Monday to be arraigned on 11 state criminal counts, including murder a crime of terrorism. As well as the state-level charges, he is also accused of federal (national-level) stalking and murder offences that could lead to a death penalty sentence. Prosecutors allege that Mr Mangione shot Mr Thompson in central Manhattan before going on the run. Authorities later arrested him at a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania. Mr Mangione appeared in court on Monday…
In the realm of modern electrical systems, ensuring safety is really important. With the growing complexity of electrical circuits in residential, commercial, and industrial applications, the requirement for reliable protective devices cannot be overstated. Among the various electrical instruments available, Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs) play a crucial role in maintaining safety and preventing electrical hazards. In this blog, we delve into what MCBs are, their purpose, and why they are indispensable for safeguarding electrical systems. If you’re exploring solutions for safer circuits, MCBs for residential and industrial applications should be at the top of your list. Understanding MCBs: What are…
Eight police officers were injured after their vehicle was hit by a bomb Khorof Haraar, Wajir County. The incident happened on December 17 night between Khorof Haraar and Konton, police said. The vehicle was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). A joint team of police from the Special Operations Group, those from the Border Patrol Unit and those from Kotulo were on patrol on the route following reports there were al Shabaab militants operating there. Police said the team was on board two vehicles including an Mrap and DCD vehicle. The DCD vehicle that was leading ran over an…
Kenyan police in Haiti led a blood donation drive to help children who are affected by gang violence in the Caribbean nation. Gang violence in Haiti has severely impacted critical sectors, including healthcare. Officials under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) say government health facilities have become targets, as gangs recognize their essential role in the daily lives of Haitians. Among the most affected is maternal healthcare, where pregnant women have faced significant challenges due to disrupted services. In an effort to improve the healthcare system, the Haitian government has renovated several health facilities. Supporting this initiative, the MSS community engagement…
Liverpool swept four points clear at the top of the Premier League as Mohamed Salah’s masterclass inspired a memorable 6-3 rout of Tottenham on Sunday. Salah delivered a sublime performance featuring two goals and a pair of assists as Arne Slot’s side ran riot in north London. Liverpool took advantage of second-placed Chelsea’s 0-0 draw at Everton earlier in the day to cement their status as title favourites heading into the Christmas period. Hapless Tottenham had no answer to Liverpool’s intelligent pressing and supreme passing and movement, with Egypt star Salah at the heart of their lethal attack. Salah is…
An American fighter jet has been shot down over the Red Sea in an apparent “friendly fire” incident, the US military has said. Both crew from the US Navy F/A-18 Hornet ejected safely, with one suffering minor injuries, according to Central Command. The incident came after the US carried out a series of air strikes against a missile storage site and command facilities in the Yemeni capital Sanaa operated by Iran-backed Houthi militants. US Central Command added it also hit multiple Houthi drones and an anti-ship cruise missile over the Red Sea. In a statement, US Central Command confirmed a…
German authorities are facing questions about security and what they knew about the suspect accused of using an access lane for emergency vehicles to drive into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, killing five people and injuring more than 200. On a visit on Saturday, politicians were heckled by members of the public, some seemingly outraged by what was criticised as a security lapse. German authorities have defended the market’s layout and security. Authorities are also fielding questions after reports they were warned last year about the suspect, with police saying they had evaluated whether the suspect might be a threat…
The number of dead from a crowd crush in the south-east town of Okija in Nigeria has risen to 22, police say. It is the third case this week of people being crushed to death at events where free food was being distributed. The fatalities in Okija occurred at a charity event on Saturday, when residents rushed to collect Christmas donations, including rice and vegetable oil. On the same day, a similar tragedy at a Catholic church in the capital city Abuja killed 10 people, while 35 children died during a carnival event on Wednesday in the city of Ibadan.…
Germans on Saturday mourned both the victims and their shaken sense of security after a Saudi doctor intentionally drove into a Christmas market teeming with holiday shoppers, killing at least five people, including a small child, and injuring at least 200 others. Authorities arrested a 50-year-old man at the site of the attack in Magdeburg on Friday evening and took him into custody for questioning. He has lived in Germany for nearly two decades, practicing medicine in Bernburg, about 40 kilometers south of Magdeburg. officials said. The governor of the surrounding state of Saxony-Anhalt, Reiner Haseloff, told reporters that the…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured Kenyans of enhanced security during the festive season while issuing a stern warning to those who might disrupt law and order. Murkomen emphasised the government’s commitment to ensuring peace and security during the Christmas and New Year holidays. “I want to assure the people of Kenya that their security and safety are guaranteed as they go about their festive activities,” he said. The CS also cautioned against overindulgence and encouraged citizens to act responsibly. It was his first such comment since he was moved to the interior docket. “Each one of us should…
The Biden administration on Friday withdrew a proposed rule change that would have prohibited schools from banning transgender athletes from teams matching their gender identities. The administration notified the public that it had withdrawn the proposed rule in the Federal Register. The administration had proposed the rule in April 2023, inviting the public to comment. It said on Friday that it had received more than 150,000 public replies. Many of the comments were against the proposed rule, the administration wrote in its Federal Register filing. That, along with multiple pending lawsuits related to gender identity and sports, led the administration…
President William Ruto Saturday urged parents to play an active role in instilling moral values in their children in order to combat rising crime rates and social ills. Speaking at a wedding ceremony in Mombasa, the President emphasised that finger-pointing and blame games will not solve problems like femicide and drug trafficking. Ruto was among those who attended the union of Fatma and Zakir, the son of businessman Imran Khosala while bride is the granddaughter of former MP Kisauni Said Hemed. He he said parents must shoulder their responsibility in shaping the moral character of their children, as the government…
The government shutdown showdown of December 2024 was the first big test of president-elect Donald Trump’s influence over Republicans in Congress. It was one he struggled to meet. The chaos of the last few days exposed some of the limits of his power and control of his party as he prepares to re-enter the White House. One day after Trump derailed a bipartisan government funding bill – with a big assist from the world’s richest man, Elon Musk – he issued a new demand, for a stripped-down government funding bill that would also raise the limit on how much new…