Hong Kong court postpones inquest verdict on 2012 Lamma Island ferry crash
Court has already twice postponed ruling for inquest into collision between Lamma IV ferry and Sea Smooth catamaran
· Brian Wong
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Hong Kong: Young activists suffer in silence
"I knew I might go to prison for trying to make change — but the cost was greater than I imagined," said Kelly Kwok Man-hei. She was 18 years old when she was arrested in 2021 for "conspiracy to incite subversion" and "conspiracy to manufacture explosives."
· S. Ripley, May James
Peru: 12 dead as landslide hits boats in Amazon region river
A landslide in the Amazon region in Peru has killed at least 12 people and injured another 20, the authorities said Monday.
· Felix Tamsut
Porac, Pampanga Mayor Jing Capil ordered arrested for graft
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· Lian Buan
Families of domestic helpers killed in Hong Kong blaze to get nearly HK$800,000
Labour chief Chris Sun says government will work with the Philippine consulate to make sure money distributed to right people
· Lo Hoi-ying
Mary Kostakidis. Forced to argue against Israel's war in an Australian court - Michael West
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· Kim Wingerei
Virus has killed almost 9 million birds ― and counting
Despite the bird flu-related death of a man in the US, the risk of another human pandemic remains low — currently — according to public health agencies and experts.
· Matthew Ward Agius
‘Unconstitutional’: Mahathir reports PM Anwar to police over Trump trade deal
Ex-PM claims the deal lacks constitutional approval and undermines bumiputra privileges, which benefit ethnic Malays and indigenous groups
· The Star
Former minister C.B. Ratnayake arrested by Bribery Commission - DailyNews
Former Minister C. B. Ratnayake was arrested today (02) by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).
· Supuni Kulasinghe
No tolerance for sabotage of Hong Kong fire relief efforts, John Lee warns
City leader issues warning following arrests for allegedly seditious remarks related to last week’s deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po
· Matthew Cheng
Explainer | Why China Yugur ethnic group weddings involve groom shooting 3 arrows at bride
Unique ritual at elaborate ceremony stems from ‘monster slaying’ legend; nuptials also involve fire and a lamb shank smeared with butter
· Yating Yang
White House defends ‘double-tap’ US attack on alleged drug boat as lawful
US military operation on September 2 killed 11 people, including those who survived the initial strike, raising accusations of a possible war crime
· Agence France-Presse
Hong Kong man facing murder charge after wife found with knife wounds, burns
Fire put out in Tuen Mun flat, with police arresting man, 51, on suspicion of murdering wife, 50
· Elizabeth Cheung
‘Some bodies have turned into ash’: Hong Kong police official describes site of Tai Po fire | South China Morning Post
At least 151 people had been confirmed dead as of December 1, five days after the blaze in Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court.
1 building to open briefly at Hong Kong fire-hit estate as death toll hits 156
Wang Chi House residents will be allowed to return home to retrieve valuables and personal belongings on a one-off visit
· Matthew Cheng
Exclusive | What is role of property management giant ISS at blaze-ravaged Hong Kong estate?
ISS EastPoint played a pivotal role in HK$330 million renovation of Wang Fuk Court and knew about defects in fire safety system as early as May
· Lam Ka-sing
Alleged CEO killer tries to exclude evidence from US murder trial
Luigi Mangione’s defence argues police conducted an illegal warrantless search of his backpack, threatening his right to a fair trial
· Associated Press
Imran Khan's sister tells DW officials denying jail visits
The family of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan has demanded a meeting with the jailed politician, expressing worries about Khan's health after being denied access to him for several weeks.
· Haroon Janjua
Strict legal action against those circulating false information – Police - DailyNews
Police Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F. U. Wootler stated that strict legal action will be taken against individuals who irresponsibly circulate false and unethical information at a time when the entire nation is united in facing the current disaster situation.
· damith
The night the hill shifted - DailyNews
For days, rain moved across the hills of Warakapola. By the night of the 28th, the ground at Monrovia Estate, behind the Thulhiriya Court Complex, could no longer hold.
· damith
What a Recorded Interview Between Police and Preachers Reveals About How a Minnesota Church Handled Sexual Abuse
There were so many details in the women’s reports to law enforcement that were hard for me to read. That they were just little girls when it happened. That a man many knew as the “fun uncle” had touched them sexually under their skirts and tops. And that it happened in church or while swimming at the lake or during …
· Jessica Lussenhop
په فاریاب کې د طالبانو د امربالمعروف ادارې پر مشر برید
د طالبانو د امربالمعروف او نهي عن المنکر وزارت ويلي دي چې د یکشنبې په ماښام په ځایي وخت شاوخوا ۶ بجې یو حمله کوونکی چې غوښتل ېې د فاریاب مرکز ميمنې ښار د امربالمعروف ادارې مشر په نخښه کړي، هدف ته تر رسېدو مخکې ېې مخه ونیول شوه.
· محمد کریم صالح
Trump ally ousted as New Jersey prosecutor by appeal court
The ruling calls into question the legitimacy of a number of cases and criminal charges approved during Habba’s challenged tenure
· Associated Press
2,100 residents left homeless by Hong Kong fire move to temporary housing, hotels
Some residents opt to stay with friends and family to stay close to former neighbourhood following last week’s fire at Wang Fuk Court
· Leopold Chen
مصر د غزې له پاره د پولیسو په روزونه پېل کړی
مصر په سونو فلسطيني پوليسو ته روزنه ورکوي څو په غزې ترانګه کې تر جګړې وروسته د امنيتي ځواک برخه وګرځي. د دې نوي او روزل شوي ځواک موخه دا ده چې د يوې خپلواکمنې فلسطينۍ ادارې تر واک لاندې يو متحد او مسلکي امنیتي سیسټم رامنځته کړل شي.
· بريښنا صابر
Australia police bust Sydney 'satanic' child sex abuse ring
Australian police on Monday said detectives have charged four men operating out of the suburbs of Sydney for their alleged involvement in an international criminal gang sharing images of child sexual abuse involving symbols linked to Satanism on the internet.
· Roshni Majumdar
Police announce grace period for drivers - DailyNews
The Sri Lanka Police have announced a special grace period for drivers who were unable to renew their driving licenses due to the ongoing adverse weather and natural disaster conditions across the island.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Washington, D.C. shooting a 'tragedy waiting to happen'
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Retired Hong Kong star tutor ‘K Kwong’ avoids jail sentence over upskirt video
Kenneth Kwong, 64, placed on one-year probation after pleading guilty to unlawful recording of a woman on an escalator at Tai Wai station
· Brian Wong
Badulla–Passara main road reopens for essential services after landslides - DailyNews
The Badulla–Passara main road has been reopened to traffic to allow essential services to reach communities affected by recent landslides. Several sections of the road had been blocked, preventing government officials, the military, and police from accessing displaced residents.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Hong Kong politician Peggy Wong files police report amid Tai Po fire scrutiny
Tai Po South district councillor also says she will file ICAC report to probe potential corruption within Wang Fuk Court’s current incorporated owners
· Willa Wu
Arrest made after video shows security officer assaulting trainees at leading hotel - DailyNews
A security manager at Taj Samudra, Colombo, has been arrested following a viral video that showed him slapping two trainees inside a room and addressing a group of trainees in an abusive manner.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Raids on men-only spas in Malaysia raise concerns about LGBTQ targeting
Activists said the police’s actions and the leaking of identities amplify stigma and safety, health risks
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Police comb fire-ravaged Hong Kong apartments, death toll at 146
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· Mia Gonzalez
Three killed in separate road accidents across the country - DailyNews
Three people have tragically lost their lives in separate road accidents across the country.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Australian sex crimes squad arrests 4 over ‘satanic’ child abuse material
Electronic devices with thousands of videos showing abuse of children aged between five and 12, as well as bestiality, were seized in Sydney
· Agence France-Presse
Three children among four killed in shooting at 'birthday party' in California - DailyNews
At least four people, including three children, have been killed in a mass shooting at a family gathering in California, authorities say.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
NTC issues safety guidelines for bus operators - DailyNews
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has issued a special notice instructing private bus owners, drivers and conductors to strictly follow the directions of Police officers on duty when approaching police barricades or roadblocks set up due to adverse weather conditions.
· damith
Brothers Thehan, Methvan win Hard Courts Doubles - DailyNews
Davis Cup player Thehan Wijemanne and his younger brother Methvan produced a powerful and polished performance to win the Men’s Doubles title at the SLTA–YETI Hard Court Tennis Championship 2025, organised by the Sri Lanka Tennis Association at the SLTA courts in Colombo.
· damith
At least 500 killed in south-east Asia floods and landslides - DailyNews
The death toll from devastating floods and landslides in south-east Asia reportedly climbed past 500 on Saturday as clean-up and search-and-rescue operations got under way in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia.
· damith
Twenty four bodies recovered in Kandy landslides, 45 missing - DailyNews
Twenty-four bodies have been recovered following landslides in Rambukewele in the Alawathugoda Police Division and Sarasavigama in the Peradeniya Police Division, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) and Police confirmed yesterday.
· damith
Passenger arrested with Rs.30 Mn worth gold at BIA - DailyNews
A foreign passenger attempting to smuggle gold jewellery worth approximately Rs.30 million out of the country was arrested by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday (30) early morning.
· damith
Police introduce emergency numbers for tourists - DailyNews
The Police yesterday introduced emergency telephone numbers for foreign tourists affected by current adverse weather conditions.
· damith
Air Force pilot killed in Bell 212 helicopter crash in Wennappuwa - DailyNews
A Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Bell 212 helicopter crashed into the Gin Oya today while conducting disaster relief operations. Police confirmed that the pilot of the aircraft passed away while receiving medical treatment following the crash.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
HIGHLIGHTS: Iglesia ni Cristo rally
The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) held a two-day rally for justice and peace from Sunday, November 16, to Monday, November 17, at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila.
Progressives defy police in Luneta to call for Marcos-Duterte resignation
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· Lian Buan
کلیفورنیا کې پر خلکو ډزو کې ۴ کسان مړه او ۱۰ نور ټپيان دي
په سیمه کې د پولیسو یو ویاند هيتر برینت چې خبریالانو ته ېې د پېښې په تړاو تازه حال ورکاوو وویل چې ډزې د ماښام له ۶ بجو لږ مخکې د کالیفورنیا په ستاکون کې د مېلمستیا سالون په منځ کې شوي دي. ستاکون د سن فرانسیسکو په شمال شرق، سن واکین علاقه کې دی.
· محمد کریم صالح
US: 4 killed, 10 injured in birthday party shooting
Police in the California city of Stockton have said that four people were killed Saturday evening and another 10 injured during a shooting at a family gathering.
· Jon Shelton
Sri Lanka: Dozens dead as cyclone Ditwah hits country
The Sri Lankan government deployed police and military personnel to aid rescue and search efforts as strong rain and damaging winds crossed Sri Lanka on Friday, with the death toll having risen to 69 by the evening.
· Roshni Majumdar
Gaza: Israeli fire kills 2 Palestinian boys
An Israeli drone attack on Gaza killed two children on Saturday, Palestinian health authorities and the children's families said.
· Kalika Mehta