Hurricane Ernesto barreled toward Bermuda on Thursday after leaving hundreds of thousands of people in Puerto Rico without power or water as sweltering heat enveloped the U.S. territory, raising concerns about people’s health. A hurricane warning was in effect for Bermuda, with Ernesto expected to pass near or over the island on Saturday. The Category 1 storm was located about 605 miles south-southwest of Bermuda early Thursday. It had maximum sustained winds of 85 mph and was moving north at 13 mph. Ernesto is forecast to become a major Category 3 hurricane on Friday and drop between 4 to 8…
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With Zambia having recentlycommemorated Farmer’s Day and the contributions and work made by farmers in the agricultural sector in the country, Hollard has highlighted the importance of ensuring the sustainability of farming in the country, by providing adequate disaster risk financing mechanisms as a means to protect farmers against natural and man-made disasters. Choolwe Sianyinda, Chief Operating Officer of Hollard says, “The long-term sustainability of the agricultural sector in Zambia and prospects for the country’s socio-development hinges on the adoption of adequate cover and protection to mitigate against the increasingly volatile and erratic weather patterns – which are largely attributed…
Touchline Shares His Inspiring Fitness Journey. In a candid and inspiring social media post, Touchline opened up about his inspiring fitness journey, sharing how a commitment to a healthier lifestyle has positively impacted his life. Touchline Shares His Inspiring Fitness Journey Touchline has gained notoriety for his exceptional and inspiring music, but he revealed that he was once leading a “wack lifestyle,” marked by unhealthy eating habits, irregular sleep patterns, and a general lack of motivation. His turning point came when he decided to make a drastic change, not only in his physical health but also in his mentality and…
Duran has been open about his battle with mental health, so it’s reasonable to assume that some of the fan base wanted to get behind their guy during what has to be a rough time. However, this felt more like support for a mistreated player, and a glance at social media comments will quickly back this up.Lauded as an advocate for mental health after revealing his recent struggles, Duran quickly became a fan favorite during a feel-good breakout season for the 27-year-old. Likewise, the Red Sox took the once-stigmatized issue seriously, with manager Alex Cora being among those who openly…
Interior minister says action was ‘dangerous and stupid’, warns of tougher penalties for airport intruders.Climate activists glued themselves to the tarmac of four airports in Germany, briefly bringing traffic to a halt at two of them before being arrested. Activist group Letzte Generation (Last Generation) said eight people had “entered the taxiways” of Cologne Bonn, Nuremberg, Berlin and Stuttgart airports on Thursday, unfurling banners reading “Oil kills” and sticking themselves to “the asphalt”. The group is demanding that the German government negotiate and sign an agreement guaranteeing a global exit from the use of oil, gas and coal by 2030.…
It was supposed to be a joyful affirmation of new life in Gaza’s ruins. Instead, as Mohamed Abu Al-Qomasan waited to collect the birth certificates of his days-old twins, he learned the newborns and his wife had been killed in what local officials said was an Israeli strike. Holding up the birth certificates of Ayssel and Asser with tears in his eyes, he said how he had been racing to retrieve the precious documents Tuesday when he received the gut-wrenching call. “Someone told me, ‘the apartment you were living in was shelled,'” Abu Al-Qomasan told NBC News’ crew on the ground in Gaza.…
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Usimamane Postpones Highly Anticipated Music Project Release. Fans of Usimamane are accustomed to the unexpected from the rising star, but this time, the surprise comes in the form of an unwelcome announcement. The highly anticipated music project that had fans buzzing with excitement has been postponed. Usimamane Postpones Highly Anticipated Music Project Release The rising Durban rapper who’s quickly becoming a sensation in the SA Hip hop scene has been making waves, especially with the success of his hit single, “Cheque.” Usimamane took to Instagram to announce a change of plans. He was originally set to release a new music…
According to FEWeek, although there has been a little improvement in the T-level dropout rate this year, the percentage of pupils passing the qualifications has fallen below 90 per cent for the first time. Compared to the 10,253 learners who began the 2022 cohort, 7,262 students from the third wave of T-levels received their results this morning. This indicates that 29 per cent of the students completed the course early, which is a lower percentage than the 34 per cent dropout rate for the class of 2021. However, the overall pass rate has slightly decreased, falling from 92.2 per cent in…
D’Alessandris, 70, has been with the Ravens as offensive line coach for the past seven seasons, helping the team to become one the top offenses in the league and a perennial rushing powerhouse. His storied history coaching football dates back to the 1970s. He’s spent time on the staffs of nine universities, two teams in the Canadian Football League and even a team in the short-lived World League of American Football. After 30 years of coaching football without making it to the NFL, D’Alessandris finally got his big break in 2008 as an assistant offensive line coach with the Chiefs.…