The parents of a former Harrow schoolboy whose transatlantic heroics have helped raise A 500,000 in memory of his tragic brother say the crucial charity funds will prevent families suffering similar anguish. Harry Wentworth-Stanley is due to complete the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge – dubbed the world’s toughest rowing race – when he and his three crewmates dock in Antigua on Sunday, setting the 26-year-old up for an emotional reunion with family and friends.
Day: January 21, 2017
Merkel Confident She Can Find Trade ‘Compromise’ With Trump
Berlin mayor Michael Mueller, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and German interior minister Thomas de Maiziere stand in silence at the Christmas market in Berlin, Germany, December 20, 2016, one day after a truck ploughed into a crowded Christmas market in the German capital. REUTERS/Hannibal Hanschke.
Charlie Liteky, who gave back his Medal of Honor, dies
Charlie Liteky, with his wife Judy Liteky, was an Army chaplain in Vietnam who won the Medal of Honor for rescuing more than 20 wounded men but later gave it back in protest and became a peace activist. Mr. Liteky died at the Veterans Administration Hospital in San Francisco.
Brazil’s tragic Chapecoense draws in first match since plane crash
Chapecoense, the up and coming Brazilian football club decimated by a plane crash, proudly strode back on the field Saturday in a new line-up for their first match since the tragedy. Brazilian Chapecoense goalkeeper Jackson Follmann , a survivor of the LaMia airplane crash in Colombia, receives the Copa Sudamericana trophy at the Arena Conda stadium in Chapeco, Santa Catarina state, in southern Brazil on January 21, 2017, before a friendly match against Palmeiras – Brazilian Champion 2016.
Lines now clearly drawn on joint truce agreement
By Rocky Nazareno The bursts of applause in Saturday’s signing of another milestone agreement between the Philippine Government and the National Democratic Front more or less showed the sentiment of both sides regarding the forging of a joint ceasefire agreement in the third round of peace talks in Rome, Italy. a Negotiating panels from the GRP and NDF sign the supplemental agreement on Joint Monitoring Committee on the Comprehensive Agreement on Respect of Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law as negotiations move towards other substantive agenda.
At least 23 killed, scores injured as Indian train derails
At least 23 people were killed and around 100 injured after an express train derailed in southeast India Saturday night in the latest disaster to hit one of the world’s largest rail networks. Eight coaches and the engine of the Jagdalpur-Bhubaneswar express derailed at 11:00 pm near Kuneru railway station in Vizianagram district of Andhra Pradesh state Eight coaches and the engine of the Jagdalpur-Bhubaneswar express derailed at 11:00 pm near Kuneru railway station in Vizianagram district of Andhra Pradesh state.
Dior blasts sweatshirt culture in rave Paris show
Dior struck a blow for the boys and for traditional tailoring Saturday with an all-male show after a week when women turned up on the majority of Paris menswear catwalks. With so-called co-ed shows with both male and female models almost becoming the rule for men’s fashion weeks – the reverse rarely applies – Dior’s Kris Van Assche cried halt.
Crossing red lines: What’s annoying Asian nations most?
In this Nov. 10, 2016, file photo, a TV screen shows images of then U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, right, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during a news program at the Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea. South Korea takes offense first, and most regularly, with Japan, largely over disputes stemming from Tokyo’s 35-year colonization of the Korean Peninsula in the early 20th century.
Super title win for Harper
Two massive nights of action culminated in an amazing Gulf Western Grand Prix for Super Sedans at Gulf Western Raceway on Friday and Saturday night. Two massive nights of action culminated in an amazing Gulf Western Grand Prix for Super Sedans at Gulf Western Raceway on Friday and Saturday night.
Strong start for Orions
An outstanding display of swing bowling from Aiden Marshall has Sheffield in a dominant position against Wynyard in their Round 18 Two-Day clash. An outstanding display of swing bowling from Aiden Marshall has Sheffield in a dominant position against Wynyard in their Round 18 Two-Day clash.
Athletes rewarded for standout season
Two Coastal athletes have been named among the best of 2016 after receiving Tasmanian Athletics League awards over the weekend. RISING STAR: Ulverstone’s Lachie Bonney was named the distance runner of the year following the 2016/17 Tasmanian Christmas Carnival Series.
Edinburgh to London in just 40 minutes: how superfast transport could soon become reality
IMAGINE stepping out your front door for a daily commute from Edinburgh to London – and in less time than it takes to finish the crossword, arriving there just 40 minutes later. With today’s grumbles over slow trains and queues at airports it might seem like a far-fetched prospect, but this could be a reality in the not-too-distance future with the development of a new ‘supertrain’.
Salmond accuses Tories of destroying devolution settlement
ALEX Salmond claims Theresa May’s hard Brexit approach risks “undermining the entire basis of Scottish devolution” by riding roughshod over the wishes of Holyrood and the electorate. He said the Tory Government seemed intent on “systematically destroying” its own claims that Scotland is an equal partner in the UK with its plans to leave the single market.
Globe Trekker
GLOBE TREKKER transports viewers to unforgettable destinations through its stunning photography, rhythmic indigenous music and spirit of adventure. In each episode, one vibrant young traveler ventures off the beaten path to soak up the local culture, sample the cuisine and revel in breathtaking vistas.
Diver mauled by shark north of Australia to undergo surgery
A diver who was mauled by a 4-meter bull shark near the Great Barrier Reef was flown in stable condition to an Australian hospital for microsurgery to an arm, a paramedic said Sunday. The 55-year-old man had been free diving with friends in the Torres Strait from a boat chartered from the Queensland state city of Cairns when the shark attacked on Saturday afternoon, paramedic David Cameron said.
Ronnie O’Sullivan: Bidding to win a record seventh Masters title
Ronnie O’Sullivan takes on Joe Perry in today’s Masters final at Alexandra Palace. Here’s everything you need to know including tournament statistics, routes to the final, player quotes, odds, head-to-head records and our match prediction and best bet.
Search continues for missing firefighters in high-rise collapse
Emergency workers have dug tunnels into the wreckage of a collapsed high-rise in downtown Tehran in their search for survivors and bodies, Iranian state TV reported. They have not yet found any of the firefighters believed to be buried under the rubble, Iran’s fire chief told the official Islamic Republic of Iran News Network.
Japan looks to ancient precedents as it plans emperor’s abdication
Japanese Emperor Akihito waves to well-wishers during a public appearance for New Year celebrations at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan. Image via Reuters/Kim Kyung-Hoon.
NYC Women’s March sets more than 400G protesters upon Trump Tower
The streets of President Trump’s hometown were steeped in protesters Saturday – the masses set on showing the nation’s new commander-in-chief they won’t be silent. More than 400,000 people marched through Midtown to stand in solidarity for women’s rights and to let Trump know they want a greater voice for women in political life.
N.J. JetBlue flight makes emergency landing after bomb threat
A bomb threat caused a New Jersey flight to the Dominican Republic to make an emergency landing in Florida Saturday, authorities said. JetBlue flight 893 left Newark International Airport at about 1 p.m., and was rerouted to Fort Lauderdale “out of an abundance of caution,” airline officials said.
Brazil president to wait to replace justice killed in crash
In this photo released by Brazil’s Presidency, Brazil’s President Michel Temer attends the funeral of Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Teori Zavascki in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Saturday, Jan 21, 2017. Brazil’s president said Saturday that he would wait to name a replacement for the Supreme Court justice who died in a plane crash until after the court reassigns a major corruption case he was handling.
We are stronger united, Gbajabiamila tells Nigerians
The Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, has urged all Nigerians, regardless of ethnic or religious backgrounds, to live in unity with one another for a stronger, better nation. Gbajabila spoke in Lagos on Saturday at the”New Year Luncheon`he organised for members of the Igbo communities in his Surulere 1 Constituency.
I have not, will never steal money from or defraud Federal Government of Nigeria – Diezani
Former minister of petroleum resources, OPEC president Mrs Diezani Alison-Madueke has denied unsubstantiated allegations that were made recently by the EFCC regarding the sum of $153m forfeiture. I am deeply disturbed and bewildered by recent media reports claiming that by virtue of an order of the Federal High Court, I have forfeited to the Federal Government, the sum of $153.3m which I purportedly stole from the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC.
UK offers climate change help
BRITISH High Commissioner to Fiji Melanie Hopkins says the United Kingdom will focus on two key areas of development in Fiji this year. Ms Hopkins said the first issue was climate change and that the UK was ready to work with Fiji during its presidency at the Conference of the Parties this year.
A-list celebs out in force for anti-Trump women’s marches
Actress Emma Watson sits in the crowd during the Women’s March on Washington, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017 in Washington. Actress Emma Watson sits in the crowd during the Women’s March on Washington, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017 in Washington.
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At 2017 CES, LG expands IOT ecosystem with robot solutions
At the just concluded Computer Electronic, CES, show held in Las Vegas the United States of America, LG Electronics showcased lineup of intelligent robots, as part of the company’s innovations in artificial intelligence and developments in the internet of a thing, IoT, ecosystem. The lineup included a home robot that doubles as a smart home gateway and intelligent home notification center, enhancing convenience in users’ day-to-day lives.
WAF works to improve Rewa Delta supply
Chief Executive Officer of the Water Authority of Fiji Opetaia Ravai stresses a point during the press conference at the WAF Headquarters in Nasinu yesterday. Picture: JONA KONATACI THERE are plans by the Water Authority of Fiji to address water supply demands in the Rewa Delta to ensure people in the area have access to clean and safe water.
India ready to help in polls
THE Indian Government has once again vowed to assist Fiji in any way possible for the scheduled general election in March next year. Indian High Commissioner to Fiji Vishvas Sapkal said he had not had interactions with the Fijian Government on the matter as yet.
AFCON 2017: Gyan scores, sends Ghana into Cup of Nations quarter-finals
Ghana secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations as Asamoah Gyan’s goal was enough to beat Mali 1-0 in Port-Gentil on Saturday. On an appalling playing surface, Gyan headed home from Jordan Ayew’s cross in the 21st minute to score his eighth goal at the Cup of Nations over six consecutive tournaments going back to 2008.
Cancer survivor thankful
And one of the major challenges faced by the Nawaka, Nadi, resident during her fight against the illness was losing her left breast through mastectomy. “I decided to start this campaign in Australia to get women to donate the prosthetic breasts and bras for me to bring over for the ladies here,” she said.
‘Life is precious’
Pallbearers carrying the coffin of Mary Johns- Rauto followed by her daughter Mykaela Johns and close family members after the funeral service at the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Suva yesterday. Picture: JOVESA NAISUA THE media fraternity yesterday paid their final respects to journalist Mary Johns-Rauto, who died last Sunday after battling breast cancer.
‘On that stage’
US Navy Petty Officer Josua Waqa, 23, was among the 15 ceremonial guardsmen who took part in yesterday’s historic event at the White House in Washington DC in the US. Picture: US MILITARY Her son, US Navy Petty Officer Josua Waqa, 23, was among the 15 ceremonial guardsmen who took part at yesterday’s historic event at the White House in Washington DC in the US.
Appeal Court reserves judgement on Ondo deputy governor’s impeachment
Dayo Johnson, Akure THE Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, Ondo State has reserved judgment in the appeal filed by a former Deputy Governor of the state, Alhaji Ali Olanusi, to challenge his impeachment. Justice Mohammed Danjuma, who leads a three-man panel, reserved judgment after the counsel to the former Deputy Governor, Mr Richmond Natha-Alade, and that of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Mr Taiwo Olubodunrin, adopted their briefs.
Gambia’s Jammeh flies out of country after stepping down
Yahya Jammeh, The Gambia’s leader for 22 years, flew out of the country Saturday after declaring he would step down and hand power to President Adama Barrow, ending a political crisis. An AFP journalist at the scene saw Jammeh take off in an unmarked plane heading for an unspecified destination, seen off by a delegation of dignitaries and soldiers.
Authorities in Mexico arrest man suspected in Oregon deputy’s traffic collision death
Authorities have arrested a man in the Mexican state of Puebla who is wanted in the traffic collision deaths of Marion County Deputy Kelly Fredinburg and another man in 2007, according to the Oregon State Police. “It has been nearly 10 years since the tragic loss of Deputy Kelly Fredinburg,” Marion County Sheriff Jason Myers said in a news release issued Saturday.
Charlie Liteky, who gave back his Medal of Honor, dies
Charlie Liteky, an Army chaplain in Vietnam who won the Medal of Honor for rescuing more than 20 wounded men but later gave it back in protest and became a peace activist, has died.
Flight from Newark diverted to Florida after ‘security report,” airline says
NEWARK — A JetBlue flight from Newark Liberty International Airport bound for the Dominican Republic was diverted to Fort Lauderdale after an unspecified security concern Saturday afternoon, according to officials. “Out of an abundance of caution, JetBlue flight 893 from Newark Liberty International Airport to Santiago, Dominican Republic, is diverting to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport after a security report,” the airline said in a statement.
Ghana reaches quarterfinals as hackers target African Cup
In a curious twist even for this occasionally erratic soccer tournament, the African Cup of Nations was targeted by hackers on Saturday, with a group claiming to be Russian saying they had “taken down” the tournament’s official website in a protest against what they called host country Gabon’s dictatorial president.
Police enter Brazil prison after gang clash; control tenuous
Special Operations Battalion Police officers enter the Alcacuz prison amid tension between rival gangs in Nisia Floresta, near Natal, Brazil, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017.Military police took control of the prison in northeastern Brazil after fighting between rival gangs left 26 inmates dead, the latest in a spate of violence in the country’s penitentiaries.