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  • British ex-soldier arrested over alleged murder of Kenyan woman in 2012

    British ex-soldier arrested over alleged murder of Kenyan woman in 2012

    A former British soldier, Robert James Purkiss, is set to be extradited to Kenya in connection with the alleged murder of Agnes Manjiru, a 21-year-old woman whose body was discovered in a septic tank in 2012. Purkiss, 38, was arrested in Tidworth, Wiltshire, on November 6 by the National Crime Agency’s (NCA) National Extradition Unit following a warrant issued in September. He appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Friday, where he stated his intention to contest the extradition. His lawyers emphasized that he “vehemently denies” the murder charges.

    Agnes Manjiru vanished on March 31, 2012, and her body was found three months later near a British army training camp in Nanyuki, approximately 124 miles north of Nairobi. At the time of her disappearance, she had a five-month-old baby. Reports indicate that on the night of her death, she was at a bar with friends where British soldiers were also present.

    Manjiru’s family has long accused the British army of covering up her death and criticized Kenyan authorities for failing to conduct a thorough investigation. An inquest in 2019 concluded that she was unlawfully killed by one or two British soldiers, suffering stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. A 2021 Sunday Times investigation revealed that a British soldier had confessed to colleagues about the murder but continued to live in the UK after leaving the army.

    In 2024, the British army launched an internal review into the conduct of its soldiers in Kenya, uncovering 35 suspected cases of sexual exploitation and abuse, nine of which occurred after such conduct was officially banned in 2022.

    Manjiru’s niece, Esther Njoki, met with the UK’s defense minister last month to push for Purkiss’s extradition. In a statement issued through the family’s lawyers, Leigh Day, Njoki expressed relief over the arrest, calling it a significant step toward justice. Leigh Day partner Tessa Gregory described the arrest as a “huge moment” for the family, who have been seeking justice for over a decade. The family and their legal team hope for swift collaboration between UK and Kenyan authorities to ensure the suspect faces trial in Kenya.

  • Super Boss Film Production & Studio launches in Dubai

    Super Boss Film Production & Studio launches in Dubai

    Dubai’s vibrant creative scene has reached new heights with the grand opening of Super Boss Film Production & Studio, a state-of-the-art facility designed to cater to every aspect of media, art, and entertainment. Located in a prime area between Dubai Commerce City and Dubai Design District, the studio offers unparalleled accessibility while avoiding the hustle and bustle of heavy traffic, making it a go-to destination for industry professionals. The launch event attracted prominent figures from the creative, fashion, and media sectors, who were treated to an exclusive preview of the expansive and versatile space. Super Boss Studio is not just a production facility; it’s a comprehensive creative ecosystem, offering services ranging from film shoots, fashion shows, and podcasts to art exhibitions, commercials, and talk shows. Shiv, the visionary behind the project, emphasized the studio’s mission to provide a space where all creative pursuits can thrive under one roof. The studio combines luxury design with affordability, making it accessible to both established professionals and emerging talents. Beyond its production capabilities, the facility includes unique features such as a snooker and entertainment zone, a chill-out area, and a coffee rave corner, fostering collaboration and community. Additionally, the studio offers dedicated zones for private events, including art galleries and exhibition spaces, all designed with flexibility in mind. Shiv shared his vision of creating a culture of creativity, where every visitor feels inspired. With its world-class infrastructure, innovative environment, and strategic location, Super Boss Film Production & Studio is poised to become a cornerstone of Dubai’s rapidly growing media and entertainment industry, where imagination meets innovation.

  • UAE: Sheikha Jawaher launches development projects, university grants in Morocco

    UAE: Sheikha Jawaher launches development projects, university grants in Morocco

    Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Wife of Sharjah Ruler and Chairperson of the Sharjah Family and Community Council, has unveiled a series of groundbreaking development initiatives in Morocco. These projects, spearheaded by The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), focus on education, economic empowerment, and the protection of children and women, aiming to create sustainable and transformative change in the region.

  • Aircraft carrier Fujian, commissioned

    Aircraft carrier Fujian, commissioned

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  • Fourth Palestine Action prisoner launches hunger strike over ‘systematic abuse’

    Fourth Palestine Action prisoner launches hunger strike over ‘systematic abuse’

    A fourth individual detained in the UK in connection with alleged activities linked to Palestine Action has initiated a hunger strike, protesting their detention conditions and the government’s decision to proscribe the direct action group. Jon Cink, remanded at Bronzefield prison, joins Qesser Zurah, Amu Gibb, and Heba Muraisi in an open-ended hunger strike, citing “systematic abuse” by prison authorities. Cink’s detention stems from a June 2025 raid on RAF Brize Norton, where activists allegedly targeted military planes with paint and crowbars, claiming they were used in operations in Gaza and the Middle East. This incident prompted then-Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to ban Palestine Action in July 2025, equating it in British law to groups like ISIS or al-Qaeda. Supporting or belonging to the group now carries a potential 14-year prison sentence. The campaign group Prisoners for Palestine (PFP) announced the hunger strike after Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood failed to address their demands, including immediate bail, an end to communication interference, and the de-proscription of Palestine Action. More prisoners are expected to join the strike, potentially making it the largest coordinated hunger strike since the 1981 Irish republican protest led by Bobby Sands. PFP representative Audrey Corno highlighted disparities in treatment, noting that Zurah, Gibb, and Muraisi’s requests for medical attention and electrolytes were denied. Zurah was told her consumption of a fruit drink and noodle broth invalidated her hunger strike, despite her reported physical suffering. The Ministry of Justice declined to comment on individual cases or clinical management of hunger-striking prisoners. HMP policies mandate regular health assessments for prisoners refusing food, but details on clinical management remain unclear. Earlier in August, another Palestine Action-linked prisoner, T Hoxha, launched a hunger strike over deteriorating conditions, including suspended recreational activities and withheld mail. Corno also pointed to racial disparities in treatment, with Zurah allegedly manhandled by guards and placed on restricted status, while Cink was ignored. Zurah and Gibb suspect they are under a non-association order, limiting their interactions. Sodexo, which operates HMP Bronzefield, did not respond to requests for comment.

  • Trump’s energy secretary slams UN climate conference in Brazil, where US absence is glaring

    Trump’s energy secretary slams UN climate conference in Brazil, where US absence is glaring

    In a bold and controversial statement, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright dismissed the COP30 environmental summit as a ‘hoax’ and criticized its approach to addressing climate change. Speaking at the conclusion of a two-day business conference in Athens, Greece, Wright expressed skepticism about the summit’s intentions, stating, ‘It’s not an honest organization looking to better human lives.’ He hinted at possibly attending next year’s summit to ‘deliver some common sense,’ aligning with the Trump administration’s rejection of global climate agreements and prioritization of fossil fuels. Wright’s remarks came as world leaders gathered in Belem, Brazil, for COP30, where they criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for his absence and his administration’s stance on climate change. The White House confirmed that no high-level U.S. officials would attend the summit, with spokesperson Taylor Rogers asserting that President Trump would not compromise the country’s economic and national security for ‘vague climate goals.’ Wright, a former fossil fuel executive, defended the U.S. position, arguing that global gatherings should focus on energy access, economic growth, and technological advancement rather than what he termed ‘fear-driven environmentalism.’ Meanwhile, at COP30, U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres warned of the accelerating pace of global warming and its dire consequences, including rising hunger, displacement, and environmental damage. Latin American leaders, including Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, took aim at Trump’s absence, with Petro declaring, ‘Today Mr. Trump is against humanity.’ Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva struck a more conciliatory tone, expressing hope that Trump would eventually recognize the importance of green energy. The summit also highlighted the absence of leaders from China and India, the world’s largest greenhouse gas emitters. As the U.N. weather agency reported that 2025 is on track to be one of the warmest years on record, the Trump administration has continued to roll back climate policies, withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and prioritizing fossil fuel production. Critics, including environmental groups, have condemned these actions as a significant setback in the global fight against climate change.

  • Qingdao conference promotes fair and rational global economic order

    Qingdao conference promotes fair and rational global economic order

    The Global Business and Law Conference 2025, held in Qingdao, Shandong Province, brought together over 1,000 participants from 47 countries and regions to address the pressing need for a fair and rational global economic order. Against the backdrop of global uncertainty, officials and experts emphasized the importance of strengthening the international rule of law to stabilize global industrial and supply chains and tackle economic challenges collectively. Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), urged business and legal communities worldwide to respect established international trade and investment practices. He highlighted the need for constructive dialogue to align international rules in areas such as intellectual property, digital economy, and green standards. Ren also stressed the importance of reducing trade barriers and fostering global industrial cooperation to safeguard free trade and economic globalization. Li Mingzheng, Vice-Minister of the Ministry of Justice, outlined China’s efforts to create a stable legal environment for economic development. These measures include advancing legislation on arbitration, maritime affairs, and foreign investment, as well as revising customs and foreign trade laws. Additionally, Chinese law firms have established 207 branches in 37 countries, showcasing progress in legal services sector openness. El Hadji Abdourahmane Ndione, Chair of the ISO Committee on Developing Country Matters, emphasized that global governance reform should prioritize fairness, openness, and shared responsibility. The conference, now in its third year, continues to play a pivotal role in fostering consensus and cooperation in global governance and economic openness.

  • Extremists threatened to attack a mosque and migrant hotels, court hears

    Extremists threatened to attack a mosque and migrant hotels, court hears

    Two men, Garrett Pollock, 35, and Karolis Peckauskas, 38, appeared before a special sitting of Portlaoise District Court on Friday following a cross-border counter-terror operation. The arrests were made after explosives were discovered in County Down and County Laois. Pollock, from Annalong, Northern Ireland, is charged with the alleged possession of explosives at two locations, while Peckauskas, from Drogheda, County Louth, faces similar charges. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and An Garda Síochána (Irish police) conducted the operation, which also uncovered a video threatening attacks on a Galway mosque, migrant housing hotels, and International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) centres. The video, featuring four masked men, was found on a device seized at Pollock’s home. It included a tri-colour flag and a manifesto for the group. Gardaí opposed bail for Pollock, citing the seriousness of the charges, his flight risk, and the potential for further terror attacks. Judge Andrew Cody described the video as a ‘practice of a statement being released subsequent to a successful terrorist attack,’ noting the men’s intention to target migrants and their rhetoric about protecting sovereignty. Pollock was remanded in custody and will reappear in court on Thursday. Peckauskas, who claimed not to understand the charges, was also remanded and is expected in court next week.

  • China commissions CNS Fujian in Hainan province

    China commissions CNS Fujian in Hainan province

    China has officially commissioned its state-of-the-art aircraft carrier, the CNS Fujian, in a grand ceremony held in Sanya, Hainan province. President Xi Jinping, who also serves as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chairman of the Central Military Commission, presided over the event. The ceremony, attended by 2,000 personnel from the Navy and defense contractors, marked a significant milestone in China’s naval capabilities. The CNS Fujian, named after the eastern coastal province of Fujian, is China’s first aircraft carrier equipped with electromagnetic catapults, a cutting-edge technology that enhances its operational efficiency. President Xi personally handed the PLA flag to the carrier’s captain and political commissar, symbolizing the official induction of the vessel into the Navy. Following the ceremony, President Xi boarded the carrier for an inspection, where he observed various aircraft, including the J-35 stealth fighter jet and KJ-600 early-warning and control planes, on the flight deck. He also received a detailed report on China’s carrier force and inspected the equipment. The CNS Fujian, with a hull designation of 18, displaces over 80,000 metric tons, making it the largest and most powerful warship ever built outside the United States. Designed by China State Shipbuilding Corp and constructed at the Jiangnan Shipyard in Shanghai, the carrier underwent nine sea trials before its delivery. The successful commissioning of the CNS Fujian underscores China’s growing prowess in naval technology and its commitment to enhancing its maritime defense capabilities.

  • Watch: ‘This is not good’ – Airline travellers react to flight reductions

    Watch: ‘This is not good’ – Airline travellers react to flight reductions

    As the federal government shutdown continues, airports across the United States are facing significant challenges due to a shortage of air traffic controllers. This staffing crisis has led to widespread flight reductions, leaving travelers frustrated and concerned. ‘This is not good,’ remarked one passenger, echoing the sentiments of many who are experiencing delays and cancellations. The situation highlights the broader impact of the shutdown on critical infrastructure and public services. Airlines are scrambling to adjust schedules, but the uncertainty surrounding the shutdown’s duration leaves both carriers and passengers in limbo. Industry experts warn that prolonged disruptions could have lasting effects on the aviation sector and the economy at large.