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Muhammed Asif Hafeez, known to many as “the Sultan,” led a double life that ultimately caught up with him. On the surface, Hafeez portrayed himself as an upstanding individual – a successful global businessman and influential figure within a prestigious London polo club. He mingled with the British elite, including members of the Royal Family,… Continue reading Muhammed Hafeez: How a polo-loving businessman was a secret global drug lord

A chemical incident in Magheralin resulted in five individuals being transported to the hospital, as reported by the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service. The emergency services responded to the situation at an industrial site in County Armagh. Ambulance services assessed 17 people at the scene, with five requiring hospital transfer. Fortunately, none of the… Continue reading Fire service attends 'chemical incident' in Magheralin

In the serene setting of a ruined priory, Cosey Fanni Tutti, a seminal figure in the band Throbbing Gristle and a provocative performance artist, is reflective. Her controversial art exhibition “Prostitution” in 1976 stirred up immense controversy, earning her the title of a “wrecker of civilisation” from Conservative MP Sir Nicholas Fairbairn. The exhibit, featuring… Continue reading Cosey Fanni Tutti's journey through art, porn and music

Leeds has long been viewed as the largest city in western Europe without a mass transit system, grappling with failed attempts to provide efficient transportation for its residents. Despite more than £2bn being allocated for public transport infrastructure in West Yorkshire, the city has a history of stalled plans and broken promises when it comes… Continue reading Leeds' long road to gaining a mass transit system

The UK government is facing challenges in reducing the expenditure on hotel bills for asylum seekers, according to recent findings by the BBC. Despite efforts to cut costs, the Home Office revealed plans to allocate £2.2 billion of overseas development assistance (ODA) for the current financial year, only slightly less than the £2.3 billion spent… Continue reading UK government struggles to cut foreign aid spent on asylum hotels

Leonard Mullin’s life took a drastic turn three years ago when a fall down the stairs at his County Tyrone home left him paralyzed from the chest down and with limited use of his limbs. Recalling the traumatic incident, Leonard mentioned, “I remember going down the stairs and the next thing I remember is waking… Continue reading Paralysed man spends year writing letter of thanks

d=”internal-link”> Explained: What is El Salvador’s ‘experiment’ with Bitcoin? The Central American nation faces multiple challenges as it works towards adopting the cryptocurrency. 25 Apr 2024 Technology Zoom error delays US court hearing of accused Twitter hackers The teenage suspects’ lawyers objected to the videoconferencing system being used. 5 Aug 2020 Technology Read the full… Continue reading Nintendo Switch 2 launch saw fans queue overnight

In June 2005, Manchester United Football Club underwent a significant transformation as the Glazer family completed their takeover of the Premier League club. This move came with significant financial repercussions for the club, with approximately £1.2bn being allocated to debt interest, debt repayments, dividends, and fees directed towards the Glazer family over the following two… Continue reading How the Glazer family cost Manchester United £1.2bn

Three individuals accused of committing arson attacks on two properties and a car associated with Sir Keir Starmer are set to go to trial in April next year, as revealed in court proceedings. Roman Lavrynovych, 21, and Stanislav Carpiuc, 26 appeared via video link from Belmarsh prison in south-east London, while Petro Pochynok, 34, opted… Continue reading Trial date set for men charged over fires at homes linked to Keir Starmer

Gerard Butler, the Hollywood actor known for his role in the How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, shared his deep connection to Belfast while filming the first live-action remake of the animated series in Northern Ireland. The film was shot at various locations in early 2024, showcasing the stunning landscapes of Belfast, Dunseverick Castle on… Continue reading How to Train Your Dragon star Gerard Butler 'felt like Belfast's adopted son'