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Local motorists blame I-95 construction project for costly tire damage

PHILADELPHIA - With the heat comes car issues and a lot of construction that can do some real damage to your tires and wheels.Several motorists reach out to FOX 29 recently about damage to their car from a project on I-95 near Woodhaven and Academy roads.Kevin Millevoi, from Millevoi’s Tire and Automotive, says he gets about three cars a day with tire and wheel damage from roads in the area."More flat tires this year than I think any other year in the past," Millevio said. "The potholes are bigger and deeper and there are more of them out there."The sound of summer for many motorists is a clunk that means a trip to the mechanic.Samir Whiting is looking at a $380 repair after he said his tire went flat on I-95."Due to the construction on I-95 it’s causing a lot of tire damage to a lot of the citizens of Philadelphia," Whiting said.He said several people were in the same shop this morning with damage to their cars."Some of the other tires they were cars, I have an SUV," Whiting said. "My tire wasn’t as bad theirs, but it could have been worse if I rode on it a little longer."MORE LOCAL HEADLINESMillevoi said the salt wears away at the roads, and you can mess your car up pretty quickly driving on an uneven highway."They get that drop in the asphalt 2-3 inches you really gotta be careful going over that," Millevoi said.

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Reliance General Insurance launches new health policy Reliance Health Gain

₹ 3 lakhs to ₹1 crore. Besides, there is no age limit in this policy for a sum insured of up to ₹3 lakhs. Hence, this helps senior citizens who are sometimes devoid of a medical policy, as per the company. The policy offers a feature wherein a customer can cover a family of up to 12 including extended family members like father-in-law/ mother-in-law in the same family floater policy, enabling joint families/Hindu Undivided Families (HUF) to opt for a floater policy that fits all in the family.

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Phillies suffer 4-1 loss against Dodgers, who gain 6th straight victory

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 20: Johan Camargo #7 of the Philadelphia Phillies bunts during the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park on May 20, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Image PHILADELPHIA - Freddie Freeman singled three times and drove in two runs, Julio Urías pitched five shutout innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 on Friday night for their sixth straight victory.Trea Turner doubled and had an RBI for the NL West-leading Dodgers, who opened a 10-day, 10-game road trip.The Phillies continued to struggle without slugger Bryce Harper, who missed his fifth straight game after having a platelet-rich plasma injection in his injured right elbow on Sunday."It’s different," Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said of Philadelphia’s offense.

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CBP: Woman tried to cross border with condom filled with fentanyl pills in her vaginal cavity

A woman allegedly tried to cross the border with a condom filled with fentanyl pills in her vaginal cavity, CBP said. EL PASO, Texas - A woman was arrested after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers found 0.006 pounds of fentanyl that was wrapped inside a condom the woman placed inside her vaginal cavity.

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North Korea's bizarre advice to citizens telling them to drink tea if they catch Covid

North Korea is advising citizens to combat Covid with traditional medicines such as tea as the Omicron variant continues to spread throughout its unvaccinated population. Earlier this month Kim Jong-un admitted for the first time that the pandemic had reached North Korea.

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Rosmarie Trapp, whose family inspired 'The Sound of Music,' dies at 93

Rosmarie Trapp, whose family inspired "The Sound of Music" has died. (Trapp Family Lodge)Rosmarie Trapp, whose Austrian family the von Trapps was made famous in the musical and beloved movie "The Sound of Music," has died.She died Friday at the age of 93 at a nursing home in Morrisville, Vermont, Trapp Family Lodge announced.

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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Wolverines’ of Ukraine step out of shadows

Wolverines, a group started by international veterans who have been quietly operating in Ukraine. Fighters abandon steel plant as Mariupol appears on the verge of falling The Wolverines became a mysterious part of the war last month when photos showing their name spray-painted on destroyed Russian tanks began appearing on social media.Speculation soon spread that it was a nod to the 1984 Cold War classic Red Dawn, about Colorado teens who use their high school mascot’s name as a calling card as they fight off a Soviet invasion of the United States.Who was marking up Russian army wreckage in Ukraine, however, remained unknown.But key members of the Wolverines gave Global News exclusive access to their training camp this week and said they were responsible.They acknowledged that writing “Wolverines” on Russian armour was indeed inspired by Red Dawn, and said they had screened the movie for Ukrainian trainees and encouraged them to mark up Russian tanks.“The people that we’ve trained, they’ve gone out.

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Wheeler K's 9 in 7 shutout innings, Phillies top Padres 3-0

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MAY 18: Corey Knebel #23 (L) and J.T. Realmuto #10 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrate after defeating the San Diego Padres at Citizens Bank Park on May 18, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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One illegal U.S. handgun, two Ontario teens killed: Tracing the path of a Taurus PT-740

Inside police headquarters in London, Ont., the Taurus PT-740 Slim rests inside an evidence box.

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China’s Covid lockdowns drive middle-class citizens to go abroad

More Chinese citizens want to emigrate because of discontent with Beijing’s Covid strategy, but many face hurdles in obtaining passports and paperwork

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Border Patrol seizes $18M of meth in single bust on Mexican truck driver entering Texas

Buckets containing nearly 913 pounds of methamphetamine seized by CBP officers at World Trade Bridge. (U.S.

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Vegas Strip resort surprises 5,400 employees with $5K bonuses

View of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas hotel and casino on June 27, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images) LAS VEGAS - Joyous bedlam erupted Wednesday at an employee appreciation and awards buffet at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas when the resort chief executive announced that all 5,400 people who work there will receive a $5,000 bonus."It’s amazing!" said Edgar Rives, a cook for nine years in the employee cafeteria, after a round of high-five hand slaps and hugs with dancing co-workers at The Chelsea theater at the Las Vegas Strip property.

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Miller's extra innings hit helps Rangers rally past Phillies, 2-1

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 04: Brad Miller #13 of the Texas Rangers hits a two RBI single in the top of the tenth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on May 4, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Rangers defeated the Philli PHILADELPHIA - Brad Miller hit a two-run single in the 10th inning to give the Texas Rangers a 2-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night.Marcus Semien doubled and had two hits for the Rangers, who have won a season-high four in a row after sweeping the two-game series with the Phillies.Nick Castellanos doubled and had three hits for Philadelphia.

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Madeleine McCann: Search for missing girl continues 15 years later

(FILES) This file picture taken on June 6, 2007 shows Kate (R) and Gerry McCann, parents of missing 4-year-old British girl Madeleine McCann holding up a picture of their daughter during a press conference in the German capital Berlin. Two British ne LISBON, Portugal (AP) - The parents of Madeleine McCann, a British toddler who vanished from an apartment during her family’s vacation in Portugal 15 years ago and captured global interest, say they remain hopeful that efforts by police in three countries to solve the mystery will eventually bring answers.Kate and Gerry McCann, both British doctors living in England, said in a statement to mark Tuesday's anniversary of their daughter’s disappearance that "a truly horrific crime" was committed on May 3, 2007.They said on the website created to help find Madeleine that "our need for answers, for the truth, is essential."RELATED: Madeleine McCann: Portuguese prosecutors identify suspect in probe of missing girlThey thanked British, Portuguese and German police who continue to work on what happened when the 3-year-old disappeared from her bed in southern Portugal’s Algarve region.

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Family Dollar sued by Arkansas over rodent infestation at facility

FILE IMAGE - Signage is displayed outside a Family Dollar Stores Inc. store in Chicago, Illinois, U.S., on March 3, 2020.

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Marine veteran dies fighting alongside Ukrainians; Widow calls him 'hero'

Willy Cancel on tour in Japan. (Brittany Cancel) An American citizen and Marine veteran, Willy Joseph Cancel, died fighting alongside Ukrainian forces in Ukraine, the man's widow confirmed to Fox News Digital early Friday morning."My husband did die in Ukraine," Brittany Cancel, the widow of the 22-year-old Marine veteran, told Fox News Digital. "He went there wanting to help people, he had always felt that that was his main mission in life."Cancel leaves behind his wife and a 7-month-old son. He appears to be the first U.S.

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Karnataka issues new Covid vaccination guidelines amid surge in cases. Check new rules

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Not the right time: India on resumption of tourist visas for China amid Covid surge

Pointing to a spurt in Covid-19 cases in China, Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday said that this is not an opportune time to talk about resumption of tourist visas for China.

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Everyday saints: Artist canonizes working class to show ‘beauty’ and ‘light’

Erin Currier stands in front of her art. (Alex De Core)SANTA FE, N.M. - Erin Currier is not the pope and doesn’t work for the Vatican, but through her artistry, she canonizes everyday people, bringing out their inner saint. The 47-year-old Sante Fe painter has gained notoriety for her angelic portraits of people from all walks of life, whom she met while traveling the world. Her art depicts janitors, maids, shoe shiners, musicians and community activists all with halos to symbolize their humanity. She features her paintings on her website and Instagram pages.

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Covid-19: 1 in 3 Indians think 4th wave has already begun

fourth wave is “not likely in 2022" and 4% said it will not strike "for six months at least".

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UK man facing charges related to DUI crash that injured 4 Neshaminy teenage girls set to be sentenced in May

Shane Brolly, 24, is facing charges in connection to a head-on crash he is accused of causing while driving under the influence in March 2021. DOYLESTOWN, Pa. - A man accused of being drunk when he crashed head-on into a car full of teenage girls in Bucks County in March 2021 is set to be sentenced on May 19. Shane Brolly, who was 24 at the time, is accused of crossing into opposing traffic to pass a vehicle in front of him when he crashed into a car full of Neshaminy High School students while going 70 mph, according to the Bucks County District Attorney's Office. Their car rolled several times and ended up 50-feet off the road, causing serious injuries. FOX 29's Alex George has more on a Neshaminy teen who returned home on Sunday for the first time in three weeks following a devastating car crash.Investigators later found opened and unopened alcoholic beverages in Brolly's truck and they smelled alcohol on him, authorities say. ___MORE LOCAL HEADLINESOfficials also say after being tested, results revealed his blood-alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit to drive. After the results were released, he was charged with additional offenses including, aggravated assault and aggravated assault by vehicle while DUI, DUI-general impairment and related charges. AdvertisementAuthorities also say Brolly is not a US citizen and that he has a UK driver's license.

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Pedrie Wannenburg: Loved ones reeling after elite rugby player killed in crash

HOUSTON - Loved ones are mourning the loss of a former international rugby player killed in a crash in west Harris County. Pedrie Wannenberg, 41, was most recently a coach at Rice University and so many people were shocked to hear what happened. DETAILS: Pursuit in Harris County ends with 1 dead, 6 injuredThe sports community worldwide honored the rugby legend with his former South African team the Vodacom Bulls holding a moment of silence Saturday after he was killed Friday evening in a car crash just west of Houston. Eugene Eloff, Wannenberg's close friend and coach, spoke to FOX 26 from South Africa, telling us the rugby player and father touched many lives on and off the field. "He would go out of his way, to help other people," he said. "On the field, he would put his body on the line for his team.

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Bill would require eligible US citizens to vote in general elections or face fine

FILE - Voters cast ballots at the Fairfax County Government Center on Nov.2, 2021, in Fairfax, Virginia. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) WASHINGTON - A bill introduced this week in the House of Representatives would require eligible U.S.

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Inadmissible: How a U.S. policy is wreaking havoc on the lives of Iranian-Canadians

a waiver to see his father before he passed away on Jan. 4.Movassagh, a Vancouver resident born in Iran, was deemed “inadmissible” to the United States in June last year when he tried to visit his parents who are American citizens.

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#Rambukkana Shooting : impartial & transparent inquiry will be carried out, tweets President

COLOMBO (News 1st); President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said that Sri Lanka Police will carry out an impartial & transparent inquiry into the incident at Rambukkana.In a tweet the President said that Sri Lankan citizens’ right to peacefully protest won’t be hindered.The President further urged all citizens to refrain from violence as they protest. Sri Lankan citizens’ right to peacefully protest wont be hindered. @SL_PoliceMedia will carry out an impartial & transparent inquiry re the incident at Rambukkana which led to the tragedy for which I’m deeply saddened.

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Tax Day 2022: Deadline to file is Monday — what to know if you need an extension

WASHINGTON - Monday is Tax Day 2022, the federal deadline to file income tax returns and pay taxes owed, and the IRS expects millions of last-minute filings both electronically and through the mail. The IRS said that as of April 8, it had received more than 103 million returns for this tax season. For comparison, last year more than 169 million people completed an income tax return by the end of the year. That probably leaves nearly 40% of this year's taxpayers still unaccounted for, with many scrambling to submit their documents by Monday.Meanwhile, some 15 million taxpayers are expected to request an extension of time to file, according to the agency.

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B.C.’s David Sidoo accused in massive ‘multi-year pump-and-dump’ stock fraud

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) complaint lodged in the Southern District of New York district court on Thursday. Sidoo and seven other people wee named.The complaint describes a scheme that operated from 2006 to 2020. David Sidoo, B.C.

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China’s ‘zero-COVID’ policy sparks tension as Shanghai remains locked down

Shanghai has been completely shut down for weeks under the country’s zero-COVID policy. The Chinese central government is restricting its citizens from daily necessities and causing more delays in the global supply chain.

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The world after covid is in need of food not weapons

The shocking image came in from Tallinn. Dozens of women had gathered outside the Russian embassy in the capital of Estonia to protest the sexual violence and rape inflicted on Ukrainian women. Covering their faces with black masks, the women were clad just in shirts. This is a poignant reflection of the brutal times that we are living in. The dark shadow of war is stretching further. This is why speculation is rife in Finland once again. Citizens are being asked to acquaint themselves with techniques of modern warfare. Apart from this, the government has issued orders to put together rations, petroleum products and essential medicines for a period of three to 10 months.

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Suppressing peaceful assembly is a violation of fundamental rights ; HRCSL

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka has informed the government that it is a violation of fundamental rights if the peaceful assembly of the citizens protected under the Constitution is suppressed by using any unlawful methods.Therefore, HRCSL urged the government to take necessary steps to prevent such action by the State forthwith.

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Union Health Minister addresses Ayushman Bharat 4th anniversary celebrations. 5 points

Mansukh Mandaviya conducted several meetings with health ministers of States and Union Territories to review the status of the operationalisation of the teleconsultation services at AB-HWCs.

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Canadians detained in Dominican Republic after packages of presumed cocaine found on aircraft

Dominican Republic after more than 200 packages of presumed cocaine were seized on an aircraft at Punta Cana International Airport, officials say.In a press release dated April 6, the country’s National Directorate for Drug Control (DNCD) said the aircraft was set to fly from Punta Cana to Toronto.The DNCD said authorities began a “rigorous check” and allegedly found “eight black packages” in the aircraft.“Each containing 25 packages, for a total of 200,” the release reads. Flair Airlines could be grounded in Canada over foreign control concerns According to the release, nine Canadians, one person from India and another from the Dominican Republic are “being questioned to determine their possible involvement.”“An extensive investigation process has been initiated around this case, the Public Ministry, assisted by DNCD agents, are working hard to clearly establish who is directly linked to the seizure of the substance,” the press release reads.The DNCD said the crew, passengers and “others investigated,” as well as the aircraft are now “under the control of the Public Minister” while the investigation continues.

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Sri Lankans protesting in Galle Face reject PMs offer for talks; vow to continue

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankans protesting outside the most powerful building in Colombo – The President’s Office – demanding the resignation of the President and the Government, have rejected Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s offer for talks.“We did not come here for talks. We are here to demand that you and the government resign,” said one youth protestor at the protest site which is now known by them as GotGoGama.Almost all others echoed the same sentiment rejecting the offer for discussions.“I’m willing & prepared to meet with citizens currently engaged in the protests at Galle Face to hear their thoughts & complaints.

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Gibson strikes out 10, Castellanos homers, Phillies beat A's

Pitcher Kyle Gibson delivers a pitch against the Oakland Athletics during the third inning of a game at Citizens Bank Park on April 9, 2022. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images) ((Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images))PHILADELPHIA - Kyle Gibson struck out 10 and tossed two-hit ball over seven shutout innings to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 4-2 win over the Oakland Athletics on Saturday.Nick Castellanos hit his first home run for the Phillies, and Rhys Hoskins and Jean Segura hit back-to-back homers to support Gibson.

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N.S. top doc says COVID-19 situation ‘concerning’ but mandates no longer needed

Nova Scotia’s top doctor says it’s up to citizens when it comes to protecting one another during the latest wave of COVID-19. Although case numbers and hospitalizations are rising, Dr.

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Kyle Schwarber goes deep for Phillies in 9-5 win over Athletics

Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies is congratulated by Bryce Harper after he hit a home run against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of the Opening Day game at Citizens Bank Park. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA - Kyle Schwarber homered in his first at-bat with the Phillies, reigning NL MVP Bryce Harper knocked in a run and Aaron Nola struck out seven to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-5 win over the Oakland Athletics on Friday.Schwarber’s first opening day in Philadelphia was one to remember for the 29-year-old slugger. Fresh off the $79 million, four-year contract he signed last month, Schwarber crushed a 427-foot homer to right off A’s starter Frankie Montas (0-1) on just his seventh pitch of the game.

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Opening Day: Phillies set open season at home against the Athletics

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Phillies will start their hunt for October baseball on Friday as they look to snap a postseason drought. The Phillies will take on the Oakland Athletics at Citizens Bank Park at 3:05 p.m. as they look to build on last season, their first winning season since 2011 that saw Bryce Harper named NL MVP. Over the offseason, the team spent $179 million on Nick Castellanos and Kyle Schwarber, surrounding reigning NL MVP Bryce Harper with two more powerful bats. The lineup is long and strong with All-Star catcher J.T.

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VIDEO: Suspects assault senior citizen during carjacking attempt in Maryland neighborhood

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (FOX 5 DC) - The Prince George’s County Police Department is asking for the community's help identifying and locating four suspects who were caught on camera assaulting a senior citizen in an attempt to steal her car, leaving her with two broken bones.The Prince George’s County Police Department is searching for four suspects who were caught on camera assaulting a senior citizen in an attempt to steal her car.Download the FOX 5 DC News App for Local Breaking News and WeatherOn March 29, the four suspects approached the victim in her Capitol Heights neighborhood around 6:40 p.m.

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Ukrainian government warns citizens, west steps up pressure on Russia

The Ukrainian government is warning people who live in the eastern part of the country to get out now, in advance of an expected major assault by the Russian military. That’s as western nations step up their economic pressure on Russia, including Vladimir Putin’s daughters.

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Reconsider travel to Sri Lanka- US State Dept

COLOMBO (News 1st); The US Statement Department has requested its citizens to reconsider travel to Sri Lanka due to COVID-19 and fuel and medicine shortages.“Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to terrorism,” it added.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Sri Lanka due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country.Sri Lanka is experiencing shortages of fuel and cooking gas as well as some medicines and essential food items, due to the ongoing economic situation in country.There have recently been protests over the economic situation and queues at gas stations, grocery stores, and some pharmacies. Protests have occurred throughout the country and have mostly been peaceful.In some instances, police have used water cannons and tear gas to disperse protesters.There have also been daily planned power outages across the island, as well as some unplanned power outages, as fuel for backup generators is increasingly scarce.Public transportation in some instances has been limited or curtailed.

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US Coast Guard seizes $20 million in cocaine during bust near Puerto Rico

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - Roughly $20 million worth of cocaine was recently seized by the U.S. Coast Guard on patrol near Puerto Rico, resulting in the arrest of two male smugglers, the agency said. The seized cocaine was offloaded on Monday at the U.S.

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UN human rights office urges Sri Lanka to defuse tensions peacefully

COLOMBO (News 1st); The UN human rights office (OHCHR) on Tuesday (5) urged authorities in Sri Lanka to defuse tensions peacefully, after a state of emergency was declared in response to protests over the country’s deepening economic crisis.OHCHR said that the situation has worsened and that there have been shortages of food and fuel, along with power cuts, prompting new protests by desperate Sri Lankans.Following the state of emergency and other restrictions, Liz Throssell, Spokesperson for OHCHR said her office was “concerned that such measures are aimed at preventing or discouraging people from legitimately expressing their grievances through peaceful protests, and that they frustrate the exchange of views on matters of public interest”.Deteriorating situationPublic frustration has been rising in recent months with largely peaceful demonstrations taking place across the country.However, amid sudden shortages in fuel, cooking gas and essential food items; worsening inflation, currency devaluation and rolling power cuts over the past two weeks, the situation has worsened.“This led to further protests by Sri Lankans left desperate by the rising cost of living and difficulties to obtain basic items,” Ms.

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TISL calls for President & administration to bow to the will of the people

The people’s power can no longer be contained by the chains of corruption(COLOMBO); Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) strongly condemns the attempts of the President and the administration to stifle the constitutionally enshrined freedoms of expression and lawful assembly of the citizens through the use of emergency regulations, curfew and social media blackouts.TISL said that as an independent local organization that has been working in Sri Lanka for the past two decades with the mission to fight corruption, it stands in solidarity with the people across the country who are mobilizing independently against the corrupt in a non-violent manner.TISL notes that the current situation in the country has been caused by decades of misuse and mismanagement of public resources on a large scale, systemic corruption coupled with kleptocracy, and an overall lack of transparency and accountability in both governance as well as in the public service sector.The people have now delivered their message loud and clear. The dormant voices of the people of this country have joined in unison to create a powerful shockwave that might have taken most of those in power by surprise.Sri Lankans should be vigilant at this point as chaos at the highest levels affords the opportunity for political maneuvering and for those with ulterior motives to rise to power.

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6 dead, 10 hurt in Sacramento shooting, police say

SACRAMENTO, Calif (AP) - Six people were killed and 10 injured in a mass shooting early Sunday as bars and nightclubs were closing in downtown Sacramento and police in California’s state capital were searching for at least one suspect.Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester said at a news conference that police were patrolling the area at about 2 a.m. when they heard gunfire. When they arrived at the scene, they found a large crowd gathered on the street and six people dead.

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Human Rights Commission to meet on Monday (4)

COLOMBO (News 1st); A special meeting of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanlka is scheduled to be held on Monday (4).The Chairperson of the Human Right Commission, Supreme Court Judge (Rtd) Rohini Marasinghe, said the special meeting is aimed at discussing several issues, including examining the legitimacy of imposing a public emergency to control public protests.The HRC emphasized that it will alway be present to protect the Human Rights of the citizens as enshrined in the constitution of Sri Lanka.The commission said it is closely monitoring the human rights records of those arrested on suspicion of their involvement the protests that took place on Thursday (31) night in Mirihana, Nugegoda.The Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka further stated that necessary action to be taken in this regard will be discussed at the special meeting which is to be held on Monday (4).

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Gammanpila to move 22A against Dual Citizens holding office

COLOMBO (News 1st); Former Minister Udaya Gammanpila is preparing to move the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution that will prevent foreign nationals from seizing power in Sri Lankan politics.Speaking to reporters in Colombo on Tuesday (29), Gammanpila dismissed claims that his group is attempting to secure the votes lost by the Rajapaksas, and use them for Namal Rajapaksa’s election campaign for the future.“Unfortunately for Namal, with the end of this government, the political journey of the Rajapaksas will come to an end,” said Gammanpila adding it would also end the eight-decade-long nepotism that plagued Sri Lankan politics.“We have no intention of re-electing a Rajapaksa, because no matter which one of them comes to power, it is Basil Rajapaksa who will govern the country,” he said.Udaya Gammanpila said that a measure to address this issue, the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution will be moved in April 2022 in Parliament that will NOT allow any dual citizen to take office in Sri Lanka.Former Minister & Leader of the Pivithuru Hela Urumaya Udaya Gammanpila on Tuesday (29) revealed a process within the constitution that would allow to dissolve parliament and call for elections.He said a new leader will emerge to take this cause forward.

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Centre may drop Covid pre-call announcements from phones after 2 years of pandemic

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