Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:53pm on 03 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
Debbie Duncan, the mother of missing teenager Jay Slater, has vowed to continue the search for her son despite the Spanish police calling off the land search. She revealed that the family will use remaining donations from a GoFundMe page, which has raised £48,000, to support volunteer search efforts in the mountains of Tenerife. Jay, 19, went missing on June 17 and his family is determined to find him. Duncan expressed gratitude for the support and donations, saying they will keep the search alive and explore all options to bring Jay home.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:48pm on 03 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
In Thursday's UK election, ten constituencies could provide early insights into whether Labour will secure a significant majority after 14 years in opposition. Seats such as Basildon and Billericay, with its long-standing Conservative hold, and bellwether Swindon South will be early indicators. Newly formed constituencies like Cramlington and Killingworth, and Cannock Chase, a former Labour seat, will test Labour's resurgence. Also critical are Scottish seats like Hamilton and Clyde Valley and seats impacted by Brexit, such as Castle Point. Results from these areas will start coming in from 11:15 PM GMT and may shape the night’s outcome.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:39am on 03 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
In a bizarre incident, a London resident chained their £95,000 Land Rover to a tree on a residential street. The drastic measure comes as Land Rover owners in London are increasingly targeted by car thieves. The viral photo highlights the extreme precautions being taken to safeguard luxury vehicles. With a surge in Land Rover thefts, owners are taking matters into their own hands, employing unusual methods to protect their valuable assets. This incident underscores the growing concern for car safety in the city, prompting owners to go to great lengths to secure their vehicles.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:42am on 03 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
A latest poll by Survation predicts that the UK Labour Party is set to secure an unprecedented victory in Thursday's general election, potentially winning 484 out of 650 seats. This forecast surpasses their 1997 landslide under Tony Blair. The poll suggests Labour's Keir Starmer could replace Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, with the Conservatives and Liberal Democrats vying for distant second place. Despite a challenging campaign for Sunak, Labour maintains a significant lead in the polls, reflecting widespread voter dissatisfaction with the current government's performance and policies.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:33am on 03 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
The UK heads to the polls on July 4 for its first national election in five years. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party faces likely defeat after 14 years in power, marked by economic woes and scandals. Labour, led by Sir Keir Starmer, leads in opinion polls, promising change and improved public services. Other contenders include the Liberal Democrats, Reform UK, and the Scottish National Party. Voters will elect 650 MPs to the House of Commons, with the party winning the most seats forming the new government. The election is set to reshape the UK's political landscape.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:50am on 03 Jul 2024,Wednesday International
A stampede at a religious gathering in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, has claimed 116 lives and left over 80 injured. The chaos erupted during a satsang held by Narayan Saakar Hari, known as 'Bhole Baba,' as attendees rushed to follow him when he departed the venue. Bhole Baba, a former police officer turned preacher, is currently untraceable. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered an investigation into the incident and directed swift relief efforts. Overcrowding and frenzied attempts by devotees to gather soil from the event site were cited as primary causes. A probe is underway to determine further details.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:18pm on 02 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
UK Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson remained unresponsive when questioned about his absence from the Conservative campaign and the potential Labour victory. On the campaign trail in Banbury, government members expressed bleak outlooks, with one MP hoping to lose his seat amidst dismal polling predictions. The Survation poll forecasts the Conservatives securing just 64 seats against Labour's projected 484, potentially leading to a Labour supermajority. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has amplified warnings of a supermajority, though such a concept holds no formal significance in UK politics.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:30pm on 02 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson claimed President Joe Biden has dementia and accused the media of hiding this. He suggested Democrats will replace Biden with Vice-President Kamala Harris. Carlson stated, "Biden is done. Prominent Democrats have suggested he’s brain-damaged." He believes Harris might soon be president. Carlson also warned against jailing former President Trump without serious charges, saying it could damage the system. He criticized former President Obama’s support for Biden as disingenuous, claiming Obama privately doubts Biden can win and supports an open convention.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:31am on 02 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
Israeli forces launched deadly airstrikes in southern Gaza following evacuation orders near the border with Israel and Egypt. Bombing and shelling around Khan Yunis resulted in eight deaths and over 30 injuries, escalating tensions after a rocket attack on southern Israel. The military reported ongoing operations in multiple Gaza areas, targeting militant infrastructure. Talks for a truce and hostage release have stalled, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis affecting Gaza's 2.4 million residents amid prolonged conflict.
NOW - Biden, on the U.S. Supreme Court's immunity ruling: "The president is now a king above the law... end of quote." pic.twitter.com/WoQhXH49RA
— Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) July 2, 2024
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:15am on 02 Jul 2024,Tuesday International
President Joe Biden condemned the US Supreme Court's ruling granting former President Donald Trump "absolute immunity" from criminal prosecution for official acts during his tenure. Biden warned the decision sets a dangerous precedent, potentially emboldening Trump if re-elected. The ruling, split 6-3 along ideological lines, delays Trump's criminal case related to 2020 election subversion. Chief Justice John Roberts defended the ruling, affirming immunity for official acts but leaving room for prosecution for unofficial actions. Biden expressed concern over implications for democracy, echoing dissenting Justice Sonia Sotomayor's fear of a president acting above the law.