US military pushes back on reports of mental health crisis aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier is reportedly now set to take over from the Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East.
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US organ donation organisation’s shutdown invokes Chinese students’ worst fears
The United States’ organ transplant system has been plunged into a crisis of public trust after federal health authorities decertified a major organ procurement organisation (OPO) over allegations that organs were harvested from donors who may still have been alive. The scandal has sent shock waves through Chinese communities and validated growing fears among Chinese students and parents. On Augus...
France wildfire forces 525 people to flee as Landes forest burns
France evacuated about 500 people from the village of Luglon on Thursday, 13 August, as a fast-moving wildfire swept through drought-hit pine forest in the Landes.
From witnesses to separation of assets: new details on Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
Documents seen by "Jornal de Notícias" show that one of the world’s most high-profile couples chose separation of property, with their five children and four witnesses attending the ceremony.
Witnesses and separate property: new details of Cristiano and Georgina's marriage
Marriage records seen by "Jornal de Notícias" show that one of the world’s most famous couples chose separate assets, with their five children and four witnesses at the ceremony.
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From witnesses to marriage regime: new details emerge on Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate seen by "Jornal de Notícias" shows that a leading celebrity couple chose separate property and that, besides their five children, four witnesses attended the ceremony.
Witnesses and marital regime: new details emerge on Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate obtained by the newspaper "Jornal de Notícias" shows that one of the world’s most high-profile couples chose separation of property and that, at the ceremony, besides their five children, four witnesses were present.
Witnesses and marriage regime: new details on Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate seen by "Jornal de Notícias" shows that one of the world's most high-profile couples chose separation of assets, with their five children and four witnesses attending.
Witnesses and marital regime: new details of Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate obtained by "Jornal de Notícias" shows that one of the world's best-known couples chose a separation of assets and that, besides their five children, four witnesses attended.
Cristiano and Georgina's wedding: new details on witnesses and marital regime
The marriage certificate obtained by Jornal de Notícias shows that one of the world's most high-profile couples opted for separate assets; at the ceremony, besides their five children, four witnesses were present.
From witnesses to marriage regime: new details on Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate obtained by the newspaper "Jornal de Notícias" shows the celebrity couple chose to keep their assets separate, with four witnesses and their five children attending the ceremony.
From witnesses to marital regime: new details revealed about Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate seen by "Jornal de Notícias" shows the celebrity couple chose separation of assets, with four witnesses and their five children present.
From witnesses to property regime: new details on Cristiano and Georgina's wedding
The marriage certificate seen by 'Jornal de Notícias' shows that the high-profile couple chose separate property and that four witnesses attended, as well as the couple's five children.
Egyptian archaeologists uncover 3 tombs, 5 mummies, and Roman remains
An Egyptian archaeological mission has uncovered three tombs at the Sheikh Sobi site. These burials include mummies and sarcophagi from the Late and Roman periods. One tomb contained five mummies, dating to the Late Period. The other two tombs are believed to be from the Roman period. These discoveries offer insights into the Bahariya Oasis's ancient communities.
Stolen Matisse art found in Brazil
Stolen Matisse art found in Brazil
South Africa end Nigeria’s Women’s World Cup hope, Ghana beat Ivory Coast
South Africa and Ghana claim Africa's two FIFA Intercontinental Playoff spots as Nigeria and Ivory Coast go out.
Diamond buyer jailed for stealing HK$11 million in gems to fund gambling habit
A Hong Kong court has sentenced a former jewellery procurement manager to six years and eight months behind bars for stealing HK$11 million (US$1.4 million) worth of diamonds from suppliers to fund his gambling habit. Mui Ka-fai, 63, pleaded guilty on Monday to three counts of theft for reselling the small diamonds he misappropriated for personal gain while working for Tse Sui Luen Jewellery betwe...
Diamond buyer jailed for stealing HK$11.1 million in gems to fund gambling habit
A Hong Kong court has sentenced a former jewellery procurement manager to six years and eight months behind bars for stealing HK$11.1 million (US$1.4 million) worth of diamonds from suppliers to fund his gambling habit. Mui Ka-fai, 63, pleaded guilty on Monday to three counts of theft for reselling the small diamonds he misappropriated for personal gain while working for Tse Sui Luen Jewellery bet...
Three firefighters and a child hospitalised in England as fires blaze in UK, Greece, France and Croatia – Europe live
Four people taken to hospital in Stourbridge, West Midlands with 500 people evacuated in southwest FranceFour taken to hospital and homes damaged in West Midlands firesUK prime minister Andy Burnham also responded to the wildfire in West Midlands, saying his thoughts are with everyone affected.“I’m in touch with local leaders like [West Midlands Mayor] Richard Parker and will be speaking to emerge...
Wildfire forces evacuation of 1,000 as flames sweep Croatia’s coast
Croatia is battling a wildfire that swept through vegetation and homes in Lokva Rogoznica on Thursday, 13 August, forcing about 1,000 residents and tourists to evacuate.
Teachers demand more scrutiny of Catholic school funding amid allegations of ‘sham arrangement’ with NSW Liberal group
Independent Education Union ‘deeply concerned … public funding for Catholic schools may have been wrongfully spent on Liberal party matters’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe union for independent school teachers in New South Wales has demanded greater scrutiny of Catholic schools as the chief executive of their governing body told a corruption inquiry payments to a lob...
Chinese national jailed in Singapore for burgling luxury homes on first visit
A man who decided to burgle homes on his first visit to Singapore after finding the country “rich” was sentenced to three years and eight months’ jail on Friday. Huang Xiaozong broke into a suite at the Capella Singapore and two houses in Serangoon, stealing more than S$100,000 (US$78,000) worth of valuables. The 41-year-old earlier pleaded guilty to two counts of housebreaking, with one count of ...
Malaysian university slammed for talk by murdered Mongolian’s ex-lover
A Malaysian university has drawn anger over an event invitation to Abdul Razak Baginda, the former lover of a Mongolian woman whose body was blown up with military-grade explosives in one of the country’s most notorious murders. The controversy has spread beyond social media to the International Islamic University Malaysia’s own academics, who on Thursday called for a review of Abdul Razak’s appea...
Man admits molesting girlfriend’s 11-year-old daughter, taking over 200 photos, videos
A moving services manager has admitted to repeatedly molesting the 11-year-old daughter of his girlfriend in their Hong Kong home, and possessing more than 200 videos and photos he took during the seven assaults. Deputy District Judge Ivy Chui Yee-mei on Friday condemned the “despicable and sickening” acts of the defendant, who was 35 years older than the victim at the time of the offences and had...
Morocco is testing a 'sponge' pavement that stays 16°F cooler by itself, aims at replacing black asphalt
Morocco is pioneering a novel sponge pavement designed to enhance water management and mitigate heat effects. Unlike conventional black asphalt, this innovative surface enables water to seep through, promoting natural cooling through evaporation when moisture exists. This initiative aims to bolster urban climate resilience and elevate the comfort of residents, with pilot projects underway in Marra...
Teachers demand more scrutiny of Catholic school funding amid Icac inquiry into ‘sham arrangement’ with Liberal group
Independent Education Union ‘deeply concerned … public funding for Catholic schools may have been wrongfully spent on Liberal party matters’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe union for independent school teachers in New South Wales has demanded greater scrutiny of Catholic schools as the chief executive of their gove...
'Wall of fire' forces sea evacuation in Greece as wildfires continue across Europe
As blazes strain fire services from the Mediterranean to the Midlands in the UK, questions are being asked about Europe's ability to deal with continued heatwaves.
Lionel Messi retires from international football
Argentina's Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football.