Luxury homeowner fined HK$255,800 after eighth prosecution over illegal renovations
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Luxury homeowner fined HK$255,800 after eighth prosecution over illegal renovations

A luxury house owner in Hong Kong has been fined HK$255,800 (US$32,600) for persistently failing to comply with a statutory removal order even after being prosecuted seven times for illegal site works and unauthorised structures found at his property. The Buildings Department said on Tuesday that the owner of a Beaulieu Peninsula detached house on Yu Chui Street in Tuen Mun was convicted and fined...

Luxury homeowner fined HK$255,800 after eighth prosecution over illegal renovations
SCMP •

Luxury homeowner fined HK$255,800 after eighth prosecution over illegal renovations

A luxury house owner in Hong Kong has been fined HK$255,800 (US$32,600) for persistently failing to comply with a statutory removal order even after being prosecuted seven times for illegal site works and unauthorised structures found at his property. The Buildings Department said on Tuesday that the owner of a Beaulieu Peninsula detached house on Yu Chui Street in Tuen Mun was convicted and fined...

This Cold War missile silo in Kansas plunges 182 feet underground; its converted command centre is now a home listed for $1.6 million

This Cold War missile silo in Kansas plunges 182 feet underground; its converted command centre is now a home listed for $1.6 million

Times of India •

A former missile silo in Kansas is listed for sale at $1.6 million after conversion. The property includes 2,500 square feet of livable space and a 182-foot silo. Originally built for military purposes, this site has modern amenities like high-speed internet. Future possibilities for the property include conference venues or residential condominiums. Buyers must consider the unique maintenance req...

Goose Creek Substation Dispute: Judge raps Xcel over bad faith; appeal tests eminent domain limits

Goose Creek Substation Dispute: Judge raps Xcel over bad faith; appeal tests eminent domain limits

Times of India •

A contentious legal battle has arisen between Xcel Energy and the Dickey family regarding land essential for renewable energy initiatives. Xcel is contesting a recent ruling that restricts its eminent domain authority for an easement in Colorado. The conflict primarily revolves around fair compensation and proposed power line routes that impact the family's agricultural endeavors.

Malaysia’s Anwar promises ‘full disclosure’ as ‘corporate mafia’ scandal grows

Malaysia’s Anwar promises ‘full disclosure’ as ‘corporate mafia’ scandal grows

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Malaysia’s government will publicly release the findings of a special task force on corporate malfeasance in three months, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday, as his administration seeks to appease public anger over its perceived failure to clamp down on corruption. Anwar is facing a reckoning in the final stretch of his term after his ruling Pakatan Harapan coalition was handed bruising...

Malaysia’s Anwar promises ‘full disclosure’ as ‘corporate mafia’ scandal grows

Malaysia’s Anwar promises ‘full disclosure’ as ‘corporate mafia’ scandal grows

SCMP •

Malaysia’s government will publicly release the findings of a special task force on corporate malfeasance in three months, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday, as his administration seeks to appease public anger over its perceived failure to clamp down on corruption. Anwar is facing a reckoning in the final stretch of his term after his ruling Pakatan Harapan coalition was handed bruising...

She was harassed for crude remarks about Modi at a Cockroach protest. Now she can’t leave home

She was harassed for crude remarks about Modi at a Cockroach protest. Now she can’t leave home

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​After a protest clip went viral, a teenager’s life was torn apart by threats that sent her and her family into hiding. Plus, a book on citizen journalismBefore 24 July, a person I will call R was preoccupied with the ordinary routines of teenage life: experimenting with makeup, grumbling over mathematics homework and hanging out with friends at a tea stall.That month, as the fever of student prot...

Human rights commission says ‘violence has no place in our society’ after alleged attack – as it happened

Human rights commission says ‘violence has no place in our society’ after alleged attack – as it happened

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This blog is now closed‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after Helen Haines critically injuredHelen Haines, the principled MP respected across parliament‘It’s very clear that this was a deliberate act’, PM saysThe prime minister, Anthony Albanese, said Haines’ alleged attacker “did a U-turn in order to get back to where Helen Haines was” after passing her on the road.It would a...

Helen Haines loses a leg and surgeons fight to save the other after alleged attack outside electorate office – as it happened

Helen Haines loses a leg and surgeons fight to save the other after alleged attack outside electorate office – as it happened

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This blog is now closed‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after Helen Haines critically injuredHelen Haines, the principled MP respected across parliament‘It’s very clear that this was a deliberate act’, PM saysThe prime minister, Anthony Albanese, said Haines’ alleged attacker “did a U-turn in order to get back to where Helen Haines was” after passing her on the road.It would a...

Oklahoma’s 1938 Art Deco landmark reopens after $70 million restoration

Oklahoma’s 1938 Art Deco landmark reopens after $70 million restoration

Times of India •

Oklahoma's recent $70 million enhancement of the Jim Thorpe Memorial Office Building marks a significant achievement. This renovation not only modernizes the infrastructure but also respects the impressive Art Deco aesthetics. With four state agencies set to operate within, accessibility to public services will improve. The introduction of public art further ties the building to Jim Thorpe's Olymp...

Surprise drop in UK unemployment to 4.7%

Surprise drop in UK unemployment to 4.7%

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ONS data shows rate down from 4.9% but number of job vacancies continues to shrinkBusiness live – news updatesUnemployment in the UK fell unexpectedly in the three months to August, to 4.7% from 4.9%.The Office for National Statistics figures, which provide a backdrop to the budget on 28 October, also showed that the number of payrolled employees rose by 13,000 between August and September, to 30....

A young life ‘dominated by gambling’: Victorian coroner delivers stinging findings on death of 22-year-old

A young life ‘dominated by gambling’: Victorian coroner delivers stinging findings on death of 22-year-old

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Online betting was the ‘direct and paramount’ cause behind Kyle Hudson’s decision to take his own life, inquest findsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastKyle Hudson was “a young man brimming with promise”, with a loving and supportive partner, family and friends, and prospects.“It was a near ideal picture – except for the grip that online sports betting had upon him,” the Vi...

‘Lack of curiosity’ about family’s religious beliefs was ‘missed opportunity’ to save eight-year-old, inquest hears

‘Lack of curiosity’ about family’s religious beliefs was ‘missed opportunity’ to save eight-year-old, inquest hears

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Coroner says she’s considering adopting recommendations from Victoria’s cults inquiry as investigation into Elizabeth Struh’s death continuesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe coroner investigating the death of Elizabeth Struhs is considering adopting recommendations from Victoria’s cults inquiry, warning a “lack of curiosity” about her family’s religious beliefs was a ...

Brendan Nugent’s family say Helen Haines has been their friend for more than 20 years

Brendan Nugent’s family say Helen Haines has been their friend for more than 20 years

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Father of 43-year-old Tarrawingee man who allegedly attacked the independent MP say incident is ‘devastating and unfathomable’Follow our Helen Haines live blog for latest updatesWho is Helen Haines, the MP allegedly attacked in Victoria?Get our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe father of a 43-year-old man accused of allegedly attacking Helen Haines and his partner have pledged...

Pressure mounts on Macron as France reels from unrest

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Hello from Brussels. I’m Mared Gwyn, holding the newsletter pen once again today. In this edition: what the unrest in France means for its embattled president, and the latest from Ukraine amid signs of intensified diplomacy.

Helen Haines loses leg as surgeons fight to save the other after alleged attack in Wangaratta

Helen Haines loses leg as surgeons fight to save the other after alleged attack in Wangaratta

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Independent MP is in critical yet stable condition after man allegedly did U-turn to strike her twice with his car Follow our Helen Haines live blog for latest updatesWho is Helen Haines, the MP allegedly attacked in Victoria?Get our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe man accused of attacking Helen Haines allegedly made a U-turn before ramming the independent MP twice in an all...