Author: Oki Bin Oki

Mexican authorities have found three bodies in an area of Baja California where two Australian brothers and an American went missing. The FBI said the bodies were found in the town of Santo Tomas and have not yet been identified, the BBC’s US partner CBS News reported. Jake, 30, and Callum Robinson, 33, from Perth, and American Jack Carter Rhoad, 30, were on a surfing holiday near the popular tourist town of Ensenada. They disappeared on 27 April. On Thursday Mexican police questioned a woman and two men in connection with their disappearance. Forensic tests will be conducted by a…

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The intensifying feud between rappers Kendrick Lamar and Drake has reached new heights, with the simultaneous release of two scathing diss tracks. After weeks of back and forth, the new songs get personal, with allegations of domestic violence and secret children. Drake’s track, Family Matters, appears to suggest that one of Lamar’s children was fathered by another man. Lamar’s response, Meet The Grahams, alleges that Drake is addicted to gambling, sex, drugs and alcohol. Drake rejects the claims as a “shambles”. The two songs, released within minutes of each other on Saturday morning, are much darker than earlier missives in…

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Girona booked their place in next season’s Champions League for the first time and wrapped up the La Liga title for Real Madrid by coming from behind to beat Barcelona in a pulsating Catalan derby. Andreas Christensen opened the scoring in stunning fashion inside three minutes for Barcelona, but Artem Dovbyk hit back just 68 seconds later. It is Dovbyk’s 20th goal in La Liga this season and puts him two clear of Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham in the race for the Pichichi Trophy awarded to the top scorer. Barcelona twice went close to restoring their lead with Christensen seeing…

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A woman was Thursday charged with cheating after claiming she would offer nursing jobs abroad to applicants. Christine Nyambura Muturi appeared before Kiambu Senior Principal Magistrate Meresia Opondo. According to the charge sheet, Nyambura was accused of obtaining Sh1,959,000 from seven individuals by inducing them to pay college fees for a certified nursing assistant course at Westwick Institute Limited. One of the charges read that “between 24th March 2023 and 30th April 2023 in Gigiri area within Nairobi County jointly with others not before court by means fraudulent tricks induced Gina Nuta to pay a sum of Sh250,000 to account…

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Three Indian nationals have been arrested and charged over the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada, which sparked a major diplomatic row between the two countries. Hardeep Singh Nijjar, 45, was shot dead last June by masked gunmen in a busy car park in a Vancouver suburb. The diplomatic row escalated after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged India’s government may have been involved. Delhi strongly denied the allegation. In announcing the arrests on Friday, Superintendent Mandeep Mooker said the three suspects were Karan Brar, 22, Kamal Preet Singh, 22, and 28-year-old Karan Preet Singh. He said all three…

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Adrian Newey, the designer who was a pivotal figure in Red Bull’s dominance of Formula One, will step down early next year, the team said Wednesday. The 65-year-old Newey will end his near two-decade career with Red Bull in the “first quarter of 2025.” “For almost two decades it has been my great honor to have played a key role in Red Bull Racing’s progress from upstart newcomer to multiple title-winning team,” he said. “However, I feel now is an opportune moment to hand that baton over to others and to seek new challenges for myself.” Newey joined Red Bull…

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Joshua Dean, a former quality auditor at a key Boeing supplier who raised concerns about improperly drilled holes in the fuselage of 737 Max jets, has died. Dean, 45, died on Tuesday morning, his family announced on social media. His family told NPR on Thursday that Dean had quickly fallen into critical condition after being diagnosed with a MRSA bacterial infection. He was airlifted from a hospital in Wichita, Kan., to another facility in Oklahoma City, but medical teams were unable to save his life, according to The Seattle Times, which was the first to report his death. “He passed…

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The Coast region is likely to be hit by Cyclone Hidaya, which will result in heavy rainfall, large waves and strong winds that could affect activities in the Indian Ocean, a report to the Cabinet has warned. The Cabinet, which met Thursday May 2 for the second time this week, was also told that average to above-average rains will continue being experienced in across the country for the next three months. It was further informed that flooding is expected in low-lying areas, as are landslides and mudslides. According to the World Meteorological Organization, a tropical cyclone – also referred to…

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The Federal Reserve decided to hold its benchmark interest rate steady on Wednesday, postponing highly anticipated rate cuts as elevated inflation continues to burden U.S. households. The announcement arrives days after new government data showed that the economy is cooling off. The slowdown has coincided with a months-long stretch of stubborn inflation, putting pressure on the Fed to keep interest rates high despite a risk of hindering economic activity with expensive borrowing costs. “The economic outlook is uncertain, and the Committee remains highly attentive to inflation risks,” the Federal Open Market Committee, the Fed’s decision-making body on interest rates, said…

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A prosecutor in Massachusetts won’t seek criminal charges against anyone, two years after four newborns were found in a freezer in a South Boston apartment. The bodies of the two boys and two girls, likely born many years ago, were found in shoe boxes wrapped in tinfoil in November 2022. The lengthy investigation was unable to conclude whether the babies were born alive. They were able to identify the parents, but the father was dead and the mother, now 69, would unlikely be able to stand trial due to cognitive issues. “This investigation, which is one of the most complex,…

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Apple says it is working to quickly fix an issue that caused some iPhone alarms not to play a sound, giving their slumbering users an unexpected lie-in. For many people, their phone is an indispensable alarm clock and some over-sleepers turned to social media to vent. One TikTokker complained that she had set “like five alarms” and they didn’t go off. Apple has confirmed it is aware of the issue – but is yet to spell out what it believes is causing it, or what users can do to avoid a late start. It is also unclear how many people…

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Effective management of remote teams is an essential skill in the global business landscape. With virtual assistants becoming integral to many business strategies, it’s important to understand how to incorporate these resources seamlessly into your operations. Here are detailed strategies and insights into integrating virtual assistants effectively, ensuring your team remains productive and motivated. The Role and Benefits of Virtual Assistants Virtual assistants (VAs) are independent contractors who support businesses from remote locations. They typically handle administrative tasks, customer service queries, and various back-office functions. The flexibility and cost-effectiveness of hiring VAs make them an attractive option for many businesses…

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In today’s financial landscape, individuals often need quick cash to cover unexpected expenses. When facing urgent financial needs, opting for a payday loan direct lender only can streamline the borrowing process and provide borrowers with greater transparency and control over their financial transactions. Understanding the factors to consider when selecting a cash advance lender is crucial for making decisions and avoiding potential pitfalls. Researching Lender Reputation To decide when selecting a cash advance lender, prioritize diligently researching their reputation and track record. Seek reviews and testimonials from previous customers to assess the lender’s credibility and reliability. Furthermore, it explores consumer…

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In a historic shift, the Drug Enforcement Administration is planning to recommend reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from a Schedule 1 classification, alongside drugs like heroin and ecstasy, to a Schedule 3 drug, like ketamine, steroids and testosterone, sources confirm. A source confirms that the Department of Justice on Tuesday will send its recommendation to the White House’s Office of Management and Budget, which will review it, further solidifying a process that will then take several more months. The White House declined to comment, referring all question to DOJ, which is also not commenting. The Office…

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This summer’s meeting between YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and former world champion Mike Tyson has been officially sanctioned as a professional fight. It means the outcome of the bout, which is scheduled to take place in Texas on 20 July, will appear on both their records. However the fight will have certain conditions, including that the contest can only be eight, two-minute rounds and 14oz gloves must be worn, rather than 10oz. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation said it has conducted a review of Paul and Tyson, evaluating the records to date of both men as well as their…

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