The father of four children killed in head-on collision has told an inquest that he is “no longer the same man” after losing his family. Friday was the last day of public hearings in Brisbane into the deaths Charmaine McLeod, 35, and her children Aaleyn, 6, Matilda, 5, Wyatt, 4, and Zaidok, 2, on May … [Read more…]
:quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/tronc/BOLBS3OFRBC4ZEQ4AUMTSQ6ZT4.jpg "Marking a Maryland legacy in Freetown, where freedom arrived before Juneteenth")
On a springtime stroll through Freetown, a small, historic Black enclave in Anne Arundel County, history’s footprints are all around. In every direction are street signs that bear the names of the town’s 19th century settlers, who were freeborn Black citizens, the formerly enslaved and indentured servants. The town’s moniker reveals the social status of … [Read more…]
Schools are out for the summer. Parents and caregivers are putting together plans for the kids. There are vacations, summer camps, some have older kids lined up to watch the younger children, visits with relatives, and some are still trying to figure it out. Summer vacation is both wonderful and challenging if you are the … [Read more…]
The North Melbourne AFL club are “considering their options” over disgraced life member Barry Cable. (Joe Castro/AAP PHOTOS) Disgraced Australian rules football legend Barry Cable could be banished from the sport’s hall of fame by the end of the month under a rule change approved by the AFL Commission. The change, which comes into effect … [Read more…]
See the the live rankings of Rinky Hijikata before competing against Mackenzie Mcdonald in the quarter of the Libema Open Rinky Hijikata is about to play against Mackenzie Mcdonald on Friday the 16th of June in ‘s. Here is an update about his live rankings. Rinky Hijikata is now ranked no.133 with points positioned as … [Read more…]
The notion of an east-west utility corridor from Alberta to Hudson Bay has been contemplated for decades. Pictured is Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. Photo credit: Government of Alberta/Chris Schwarz Earlier this week, the Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba governments signed a memorandum of understanding to pursue the possibility of establishing a deep-water port at Port … [Read more…]
The conflict in Sudan has killed more than 330 children and left 13 million more in dire need of humanitarian assistance, UNICEF says, as it calls on the country’s warring factions to better protect vulnerable young people. Sudan’s military, led by General Abdel Fattah Burhan, and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, commanded by General Mohamed … [Read more…]
Conservationists in south-east South Australia say the sighting of a pouched lamprey in local waterways is a sign of a healthy ecosystem. Key points: Lamprey are native to southern Australia and move between freshwater and the ocean Ewens Ponds is a popular swimming and snorkelling spot Despite being scary up close, the fish are no … [Read more…]
Oh, the wonderful town of Glen Burnie, Maryland. Having called this place home for many years, I’ve had the pleasure of exploring and indulging in the diverse culinary scene it has to offer. From the vibrant flavors of international cuisine to the comfort of classic American dishes, my hometown has something for every palette. In … [Read more…]
Essential mains repair works may cause water supply disruptions to a number of parts of the southside of Cork city at the start of the week, Uisce Éireann has warned. The water utility company said the works are scheduled to occur from 9pm on Monday, June 19 until 5am on Tuesday, June 20. According to … [Read more…]