TRENTON - A statue of Christopher Columbus located in New Jersey's capital was defaced overnight Wednesday, as monuments of controversial figures continue to be the target of vandalism and controversy.The hands of the statue, located in Columbus Park in the Chambersburg section of the city, were splattered with red paint to signify the atrocities Columbus is accused of committing.MORE: Base of Penn's Landing Christopher Columbus monument coveredTrenton Mayor Reed Gusciora says the statue will not be destroyed, but will be moved to a different part of town.

No decision has been announced on where the statue will be relocated.The Columbus statue has reportedly been defaced in a similar fashion twice before, including once this year.Monuments.

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Ex-CID Chief goes to Supreme Court to prevent his arrest

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Former Chief of the Criminal Investigations Department Shani Abeysekera filed a Fundamental Rights application with the Supreme Court on Friday (18) seeking an order to prevent his arrest.Abeysekera, the Former Director of the Criminal Investigations Department, in his application sought an interim order preventing any attempt to arrest him based on the content of the B report produced to the Kuliyapitiya Magistrate’s Court on charges that include the failure to properly investigate Zaharan Hashim, who led the suicide bomb attacks on 21st April 2019.In addition, he seeks the order to prevent any attempt to detain him under a Detention Order.

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Health walks programme available for Lanarkshire residents

Lanarkshire residents are invited to take part in health walks across the county to “beat the winter blues” and take part in gentle and sociable exercise.

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Former U-M students say ex-professor sexually abused them and claimed he was into voodoo, Illuminati

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (FOX 2) - Former students are claiming sexual harassment and abuse from an ex-University of Michigan faculty member known as the 'Rock & Roll professor.'Isabelle Brouman is one of seven former students making the claims about Bruce Conforth - who had been the first curator of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland."They still need to reconcile what happened in the past," said Brouman who attended Conforth's class in 2013.

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Philadelphia police investigating multiple deadly pedestrian accidents

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are investigating two incidents involving pedestrians that left a man and teen dead and a woman injured The incident occurred shortly after midnight Friday morning on Broad Street near Hunting Park Avenue. Police say a man and woman were crossing the street when they were struck by an SUV. TBoth victims were transported to Temple University Hospital, but the man later succumbed to his injuries.

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Critics say U.K. company controls too much of B.C. wood pellet industry

The Canadian Centre for Policy alternatives, along with unions and environmental groups, are sounding the alarm about the growing control of a U.K. company in the wood pellet industry. Paul Johnson reports.

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Next COVID variant: WHO chief on 2 factors creating an 'ideal condition' for new coronavirus strains

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Scots cancer patient died three weeks after diagnosis as health board rapped for testing delays

A Scots health board has been ordered to apologise to the family of a cancer patient who died three weeks after being diagnosed.

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A survey of NHS leaders revealed they think free Covid tests should continue for the public and self-isolation rules need to remain.

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Rylan shares health update following hospital dash as he returns to The One Show

Rylan Clark has given his fans an update on his health and condition following his worrying trip to the hospital.The 33 year old TV presenter made his welcome return to The One Show and explained his absence during a chat with co-host Alex Jones on the green sofa.The Welsh mum-of-two, 44, immediately shared her concern for the Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two star, asking him how he was feeling after his traumatic visit to the doctor. "How are you? People have been worried," Alex said.

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Power Cuts from today (18); PUSCL grants permission

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka has granted permission to impose power cuts in Sri Lanka.Accordingly, a one-hour power cut will be imposed between 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM under 4 separate groups.In addition, a 45-minute power cut will be imposed between 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM as well.

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Police arrest Canadian protest leaders

Canadian police lastnight began arresting leaders of the trucker-led protest that has choked the capital's streets for three weeks and provoked the government into calling on rarely used emergency powers.

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A Cheshire woman who lost her dad to Covid needs a 'miracle' after receiving her own devastating diagnosis.

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NMIXX delay debut showcase after member catches COVID-19

JYP Entertainment‘s upcoming girl group NMIXX have delayed debut showcase performance after a member was diagnosed with COVID-19.Earlier today (February 18), the label announced in a statement that the girl group’s forthcoming debut showcase after NMIXX member Bae was tested positive for COVID-19. The showcase was originally set to be held on February 22 to coincide with the release of NMIXX’s debut single album ‘Ad Mare’, but will now be held on March 1.JYP Entertainment shared that Bae had begun experiencing a sore throat on the evening of February 16, after which the entire group tested themselves using self-test kits.

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Fourth dose for Sri Lankans planning to go overseas

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka is planning on administering a fourth dose for people who are traveling overseas, given the fact that some vaccines used in Sri Lanka are not accepted in certain countries.Director-General of Health Services Dr. Asela Gunawardena told reporters on Thursday (17) that some countries do not accept the Sinopharm vaccine as a vaccine against COVID-19.“At times likes that, for Sri Lankans who have obtained two doses of the Sinopharm Vaccine, and the Pfizer booster dose, we will administer another dose of the vaccine to enable them to travel overseas,” he elaborated.Dr.

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BREAKING: Ex-Police Chief Pujith Jayasundara acquitted & released from easter case

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar ordered to acquit and release Ex-Police Chief Pujith Jayasundara from all charges filed against him with regard to the case filed over the Easter Sunday attacks. Earlier, the Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar unanimously ordered to acquit and release Ex-Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando.The Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar on Friday (18) met to announce the decision on whether Ex-Police Chief Pujith Jayasudara and Ex-Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando will be released from the Easter Attacks cases, without calling for evidence from the Defence.The Attorney General filed the cases against Fernando and Jayasundara on charges of criminal dereliction of duty for failing to take action to prevent the Easter attack despite receiving specific intelligence.The cases were called up in the presence of Justices Namal Balalle, Aditya Patabendige, and Mohamed Irshadeen.A total of 855 charges of criminal negligence were levelled against Pujith Jayasundera and Hemasiri Fernando, individually.

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RCMP investigating a ‘calculated and violent’ attack at Coastal GasLink pipeline near Houston, B.C.

Images released by the Mounties and Coastal GasLink show significant damage to portable buildings and machinery at the controversial energy development project. Jordan Armstrong has the details.

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Man fatally struck by car while attempting to crossing street in South Philly, police say

CENTER CITY - Authorities say a man who was attempting to cross the street was fatally struck by a car Thursday night in South Philadelphia.The incident happened near the intersection of South Christopher Columbus Boulevard and Reed Street just before 9 p.m.Investigators say a 34-year-old man was crossing the street ahead of oncoming traffic. The man realized that he did not have enough time to cross and tried to run back to the sidewalk when a Black Pontiac Grand Prix struck him.The driver, a 28-year-old man, remained on scene.

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Man fatally struck by car while attempting to crossing street in Center City, police say

CENTER CITY - Authorities say a man who was attempting to cross the street was fatally struck by a car Thursday night in Center City.The incident happened near the intersection of South Christopher Columbus Boulevard and Reed Street just before 9 p.m.Investigators say a 34-year-old man was crossing the street ahead of oncoming traffic. The man realized that he did not have enough time to cross and tried to run back to the sidewalk when a Black Pontiac Grand Prix struck him.The driver, a 28-year-old man, remained on scene.

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South Philadelphia resident writes letter to mayor voicing cultural importance of Columbus statue

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - Billy Marchio is South Philly through and through. He’s a teacher in the community and believes that the Christopher Columbus statue in South Philadelphia should stay, however, he thinks the way that people are currently going at it is not the way to do it.“I think the best course of action is to go about it democratically.

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City to ask art commission to approve removal of Columbus statue in South Philadelphia, mayor says

SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - On July 22, the city will ask the Philadelphia Art Commission to approve the removal of the Christopher Columbus statue in South Philly, Mayor Jim Kenney announced Wednesday."In recent weeks, clashes between those individuals who support the statue of Christopher Columbus in Marconi Plaza and those who are distressed by its existence have deteriorated to a concerning public safety situation.

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Petition to rename Columbus, Ohio ‘Flavortown’ in honor of Guy Fieri has nearly 55,000 signatures

Change.org, and it already has tens of thousands of signatures.The petition was created nearly two weeks ago and had garnered more than 54,000 signatures out of 75,000 as of June 23.“Beloved Buckeyes one and all,” the description reads. “Columbus is an amazing city, but one whose name is tarnished by the very name itself.

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Crews build protective box around Christopher Columbus statue in South Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - Crews worked to cover the Christopher Columbus statue with a protective box after Mayor Jim Kenney announced plans to initiate a public process that will consider the future of the statue. In a letter on Monday, the mayor asked the public art director to initiate the appropriate process through the Philadelphia Art Commission. No decision has been made on whether the city will remove the statue. Mayor Kenney released a statement, which reads in part, “I believe that a public process will allow for all viewpoints—especially those of indigenous people whose ancestors suffered under the rule of European colonizers—to be considered.

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Philadelphia police captain reassigned following clashes near Columbus statue, FOP says

PHILADELPHIA - Union officials have confirmed a Philadelphia police captain has been "removed from his command" following a series of incidents surrounding a statue of Christopher Columbus in South Philadelphia.Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5 confirmed Tuesday morning that Captain Lou Campione was removed from his command at the 1st District following the incidents near the statue Saturday.Campione is a 43-year veteran of the force, who FOP officials say is "well respected by his Officers, fellow Commanders, and most importantly the community he has served tirelessly."The removal follows days of clashes between protesters and a group of people who have been protecting the statue.One of those clashes led to claims of an alleged assault

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Mayor Kenney announces plans to initiate public process to consider future of Christopher Columbus statue

PHILADELPHIA - Mayor Jim Kenney announced plans to initiate a public process to consider the future of the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza.In a letter, the mayor asked the public art director to initiate the appropriate process through the Philadelphia Art Commission. A boxing apparatus will be installed around the statue Tuesday, which stands at South Broad Street, in order to preserve it while the Art Commission process is followed. No decision has been made on whether the city will remove the statue. Emotions boiled over for the third night in front of the Christopher Columbus statue on Monday.

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Mayor Kenney announces plans for public process to consider future of Christopher Columbus statue

PHILADELPHIA - Mayor Jim Kenney announced Monday plans to initiate a public process to consider the future of the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza.In a letter, the mayor asked the Public Art Director to initiate the appropriate process through the Philadelphia Art Commission. A boxing apparatus will be installed around the statue Tuesday in order to preserve it while the Art Commission process is followed.No decision has been made on whether the city will remove the statue. RELATED: City leaders denounce group defending Columbus statue in South PhiladelphiaEmotions boiled over for the third night in front of the Christopher Columbus statue on Monday.

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The Latest: Warren won't prosecute peaceful protesters

TOP OF THE HOUR:— Florida state attorney won't prosecute peaceful protesters.— Detroit removes a bust of Christopher Columbus from a prominent downtown spot after 110 years.— Twenty-member panel will review Chicago Police Department’s policy governing when officers can use force.— UK’s leader creates anti-racism panel; critics want more.___TAMPA, Fla.

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City leaders denounce group defending Columbus statue in South Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - City leaders have denounced the actions of a group of people who spent the weekend and early hours of Monday morning defending the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza. Those guarding the statue against vandalism were countered on Sunday by groups who denounced the contentious historical figure. Despite some tense moments and profane comments, the crowds remained mostly tame. Police reportedly arrested at least two people for disorderly conduct.

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South Philadelphia residents defend Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza for second day

PHILADELPHIA - Police have cleared the area surrounding the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza, but protesters who spent the last 2 days defending the monument remained on scene as Sunday turned to Monday.Those guarding the statue against vandalism were countered on Sunday by groups who denounced the controversial statue. Despite some tense moments and profane comments, the crowds remained mostly tame. Police reportedly arrested at least two people for disorderly conduct.

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Protesters gather outside Mayor Kenney's fiancé's house in South Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - A group of protesters who were previously defending the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza moved their demonstration outside the home of Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney's fiancé. A large police presence is on the scene, although the crowd has remained peaceful to this point. Demonstrators were heard chanting support for President Donald Trump and the police.The mayor is believed to be inside the home.

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Protesters gather outside Mayor Kenney's house in South Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - A group of protesters who were previously defending the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza have since moved their demonstration outside the home of Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney. A large police presence is on the scene, although the crowd has remained peaceful to this point. Demonstrators were heard chanting support for President Donald Trump and the police.The mayor is believed to be inside the home.

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Arrests made as opposing sides converge at Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza

PHILADELPHIA - Protesters and counter-protesters have gathered at the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza on Sunday afternoon.FOX 29's Chris O'Connell reports that despite some profane comments, the scene in South Philadelphia has remained fairly orderly.O'Connell says police have arrested at least two people for disorderly conduct. One protester was detained for ripping down a flag, another for moving a police barricade.Police have sectioned off the area surrounding the controversial statue with barricades and police tape. The standoff between the two sides comes a day after armed citizens gathered around the Columbus statue to defend it from vandalism.

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Protesters, counter-protesters converge at Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza

PHILADELPHIA - Protesters and counter-protesters have gathered at the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza on Sunday afternoon.FOX 29's Chris O'Connell reports that despite some profane comments, the scene in South Philadelphia has remained orderly.Police have sectioned off the area surrounding the controversial statue with barricades and police tape. The standoff between the two sides comes a day after armed citizens gathered around the Columbus statue to defend it from vandalism. The actions of the group spawned a contentious moment that was captured on video and shared via social media.The video allegedly shows a journalist surrounded by hostile statue guards.

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Kenney, Krasner condemn individuals who guarded Christopher Columbus statue in South Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia officials on Sunday spoke out against armed individuals who stood guard around the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza over the weekend."All vigilantism is inappropriate, and these individuals only bring more danger to themselves and the city," Kenney said in a tweet. A video posted on social media Saturday allegedly shows a journalist surrounded by hostile guards. The video purportedly shows the cameraperson being verbally and physically assaulted.

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Wilmington removes statues of Columbus, Caesar Rodney pending 'discussion'

Photo: City of Wilmington WILMINGTON, Del. - Officials in Wilmington, Delaware removed statues of Christopher Columbus and Caesar Rodney to allow for discussion about the display of historical figures.The Columbus statue on Delaware Avenue was removed Friday morning, and the Rodney statue was removed Friday night.Mayor Mike Purzycki says the statues will be removed and will be stored so " there can be an overdue discussion about the public display of historical figures and events."City officials also say they have been monitoring social media posts indicating that individuals and groups may be planning to damage or remove the statues themselves.“We cannot erase history, as painful as it may be, but we can certainly discuss history with each

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Wilmington to remove and store statues of Columbus, Caesar Rodney pending 'discussion'

Photo: City of Wilmington WILMINGTON, Del. - Officials in Wilmington, Delaware have announced they will remove statues of Christopher Columbus and Caesar Rodney an allow for discussion about the display of historical figures.The Columbus statue on Delaware Avenue was removed Friday morning, and the Rodney statue is scheduled to be removed this weekend.Mayor Mike Purzycki says the statues will be removed and will be stored so " there can be an overdue discussion about the public display of historical figures and events."City officials also say they have been monitoring social media posts indicating that individuals and groups may be planning to damage or remove the statues themselves.“We cannot erase history, as painful as it may be, but we

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The Latest: Columbus statue in Camden, NJ latest taken down

TOP OF THE HOUR:— Columbus statue in Camden, New Jersey, latest to be taken down— Kentucky bans use of ‘no knock’ warrnts, names ordinance after Breonna Taylor___CAMDEN, N.J. — A statue of Christopher Columbus in this southern New Jersey city, has been taken down, joining others across the country.

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Christopher Columbus statue removed from Farnham Park in Camden

CAMDEN, N.J. - Camden City officials dismantled and removed the statue of Christopher Columbus from its longtime pedestal in Farnham Park.SKYFOX flew over the scene as the statue was being removed Thursday around 6 p.m.

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Christopher Columbus statue removed from Camden’s Farnham Park

CAMDEN, N.J. - The Christopher Columbus statue has been removed from Camden’s Farnham Park.SKYFOX flew over the scene as the statue was being removed Thursday around 6 p.m.

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Statue of Christopher Columbus beheaded in Boston

(Courtesy: WFXT) BOSTON - Boston police launched an investigation Wednesday after the city’s Christopher Columbus statue was beheaded overnight.Images taken at Christopher Columbus Park this morning show the head of the monument lying on the ground next to its base, surrounded by crime scene tape.The toppling comes just hours after protesters in Richmond, Va., pulled down a Columbus statue there, set it on fire and then threw it into a lake.Related: Richmond protesters topple Columbus statue, throw it in lakeIn that incident -- which reportedly was preceded by a peaceful protest for indigenous people -- the statue’s base was also spray painted and someone left a cardboard sign on top of it that read “Columbus represents genocide.”The

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Richmond protesters topple Columbus statue, throw it in lake

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - A statue of Christopher Columbus in Richmond was torn down by protesters, set on fire and then thrown into a lake.The figure was toppled less than two hours after protesters gathered in the city’s Byrd Park were chanting for the statue to be taken down, news outlets reported.After the figure was removed from its pedestal around 8:30 p.m.

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