Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Riccarton Road is closed between Matipo Street and Clarence Street following a crash.
The single vehicle crash was reported to Police around 3:30pm.
One person has been transported to hospital with serious injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area, as the road will be closed for some time.
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Source: New Zealand Government
Legislation that will help protect New Zealanders from cybercrime has passed first reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says.
“11% of New Zealanders were victims of fraud and cybercrime in 2023, causing significant financial harm and emotional distress.
“The Budapest Convention, also known as the Council of Europe Convention on Cybercrime, is the only binding international treaty on cybercrime.
“It aligns member countries’ laws and makes it easier for them to cooperate on criminal investigations.
“By joining the convention, we are signalling to the other like-minded countries that we take cybercrime seriously and we are prepared to do our part to eliminate it.
“It will help our law enforcement agencies to protect New Zealanders, by providing the tools they need to detect, investigate, and prosecute criminal offending, even when it happens online.”
The Bill contains provisions to ensure our domestic laws meet the requirements of the Convention. These include:
Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Police have charged a man with attempted murder following a crash in Manurewa in August, which left a woman with serious injuries.
A 24-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly intentionally crashing a vehicle he was driving with a female passenger.
The crash, on Adams Road, happened at about 7.36pm on 3 August.
Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers, Counties Manukau CIB, says the female victim, who was known to the man, suffered multiple serious injuries after the vehicle ploughed into a parked truck.
“Our investigation team has been working round the clock to piece together the events leading up to and surrounding this incident.
“We’re pleased to finally hold this person to account for this terrible crime.”
Detective Inspector Vickers says the victim has since been discharged from hospital and is continuing to recover from serious injuries sustained during the incident.
The man is due in Manukau District Court tomorrow.
As the matter is now before the court, Police are limited in providing further comment.
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Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Anne Twomey, Professor Emerita in Constitutional Law, University of Sydney
Queensland Premier Steven Miles this week declared his party would hold a plebiscite on nuclear power if it returns to office at the forthcoming state election.
The move is in response to plans by the federal Coalition to build and operate seven nuclear plants around Australia if elected to government. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says the facilities would be built at sites of coal power stations scheduled for closure. Two are slated for Queensland, at the Callide and Tarong power stations.
Queensland has state laws banning the construction or operation of a nuclear facility and requiring the state government to hold a plebiscite if there are Commonwealth plans to build a nuclear plant in the state. A plebiscite is a referendum-style vote to gauge voters’ views on an issue.
Unlike a referendum, the results are not binding. There’s also very little chance a plebiscite could be held on or before the date of the next federal election, as Miles has suggested, as the laws do not allow for a plebiscite on an opposition policy.
While the Commonwealth Constitution does not refer to nuclear energy, the federal parliament has passed laws to regulate nuclear matters. To do so, it relies on a web of constitutional powers, including the trade and commerce power, the corporations power, the external affairs power and the territories power.
The Commonwealth can also compulsorily acquire land for public purposes. This makes the land a “Commonwealth place” over which it can exercise full and exclusive legislative power.
The federal government has previously engaged in commercial matters by establishing trading corporations, such as NBN Co and Snowy Hydro Ltd, to deal with nation-building infrastructure.
It seems likely, therefore, that the federal parliament could pass laws to authorise and regulate the operation of nuclear power plants in Australia.
In doing so, its laws would override inconsistent state laws, such as those that prohibit nuclear facilities, under section 109 of the Constitution.
But state governments could still make it difficult for the Commonwealth to give effect to its nuclear policies. You only have to look at how state governments have successfully opposed Commonwealth efforts to create a nuclear waste facility to see the problems.
The development of a nuclear power industry in Australia has been debated before – most recently in 2006 when the Howard Coalition government commissioned the Switkowski report on the use of nuclear energy in Australia.
This report suggested the Commonwealth could act to establish 25 nuclear power stations across Australia. In response, Queensland’s parliament, under a Labor government, enacted the Nuclear Facilities Prohibition Act 2007. It banned the construction or operation of certain types of nuclear facilities in Queensland. New South Wales and Victoria had also previously done the same.
The Queensland government recognised the Commonwealth probably had the power to override such a ban. So it included a political booby trap in section 21 of the law.
It says that if the relevant Queensland minister is satisfied the Commonwealth government has taken, or is likely to take, any step supporting or allowing the construction of a prohibited nuclear facility in Queensland, the minister:
must take steps for the conduct of a plebiscite in Queensland to obtain the views of the people of Queensland about the construction of a prohibited nuclear facility in Queensland.
Unlike a referendum, which changes the Constitution, a plebiscite operates as an opinion poll.
It would not prevent a nuclear power plant being built, or stop the federal parliament overriding the state ban. But it could create a political impediment.
During the debate over the state law in 2007, then-Premier Peter Beattie made this point clearly:
If the Howard government wants to use its powers to override the strong position of Queenslanders […] this government will make certain that Queenslanders have a chance to have their say.
This was important, he claimed, because it would “put political pressure on the federal government to not go down this road”. In other words, the law can be used to apply political pressure.
Miles suggested the plebiscite could be held the same day as the next federal election “to save people going to the polls twice”.
This could affect voting in the federal election by highlighting the impact of nuclear policies on Queensland. But if this is the tactic, Miles faces two problems.
First, Queensland law only triggers the plebiscite requirement when the relevant state minister is “satisfied the government of the Commonwealth” is likely to take a step in supporting or allowing the construction of a prohibited nuclear facility in Queensland.
But the minister could not legally be satisfied of this before the election outcome is known, as a policy of an opposition party does not amount to a proposed action of the “government of the Commonwealth”.
Second, section 394 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918 says no state or territory election, referendum or vote can be held on the day of a Commonwealth election without the authority of the governor-general.
This ban was introduced in 1922, after holding state votes at the same time as federal elections resulted in a high informal vote due to different voting instructions.
The governor-general has given this permission only once, when the Northern Territory held a plebiscite on becoming a state on the same day as the 1998 federal election.
It’s doubtful the federal government would advise the governor-general to permit a partisan state plebiscite to be held on the same day as a federal election.
It’s unlikely Queensland could hold such a plebiscite at or before the next federal election.
But if the Coalition wins the next federal election and proceeds with its nuclear policy, Queensland would be obliged to hold a plebiscite – regardless of who wins the state election, unless its law was changed.
This would make clear how much support there was for nuclear power. A clear rejection wouldn’t have any legal effect, but could well achieve the same outcome through political pressure. We might also see other states follow suit to hold plebiscites on nuclear power, although none currently are legally obliged to do so.
Anne Twomey has received funding from the Australian Research Council and sometimes does consultancy work for governments, Parliaments and inter-governmental bodies.
– ref. Queensland Premier Steven Miles is promising to hold a vote on nuclear power. Here’s why – https://theconversation.com/queensland-premier-steven-miles-is-promising-to-hold-a-vote-on-nuclear-power-heres-why-241254
Source: Minister of Infrastructure
Two bridges being built as part of the Parkes Bypass project (in central west NSW) will move one step closer to carrying traffic, as massive girders to support the bridge decks are lifted into place.
The $287.2 million Parkes Bypass project will feature five key intersections and two new bridges, including one over Hartigan Avenue and the rail corridor and a second over the bypass on Victoria Street.
The Australian Government is contributing $229.7 million towards this project, with the NSW Government contributing the remaining $57.4 million.
Preliminary work including construction of the abutments, or bridge ends, at either end of the bridges is now nearing completion and two giant cranes will be mobilised to the bypass site to lift six girders into place at each of the bridges.
Each of the 60-tonne girders will be hoisted high in the air and lowered into place on the bridge supports weather permitting – on 15 October.
These girders, to be installed near the northern end of the bridge add to the 30 girders lifted into place in October 2023.
Once the cranes are set up, a 600-tonne crane will pass the girders one-by-one to the 750-tonne crane so they can be installed between the northern abutment and the next pier.
The process will be repeated on 5 November, when one of the cranes is again used to lift six more girders into place for the new Victoria Street Bridge.
When completed, the 10.5-kilometre bypass on the western outskirts of Parkes will reduce travel time, improve freight productivity and efficiency on the Newell Highway, improve pedestrian access through Parkes and benefit traffic flow in and around the town.
For further information visit: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/parkes-bypass
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Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:
“All the pieces of the Parkes Bypass project are continuing to come together to ensure the Newell Highway is upgraded to be a safer and more efficient major inland transport route through the centre of New South Wales.
“The Newell Highway contributes to the competitiveness of Australia’s agricultural and mining sectors by enabling access to essential freight networks not only in NSW, but also Victoria and Queensland.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Regional Transport and Roads Minister Jenny Aitchison:
“These upgrades are vital to better connect our regional communities and improve efficiency on one of our busiest regional routes.
“It will be a spectacular sight as these crucial links in the Parkes Bypass of the Newell Highway comes together, as we move closer to delivering this key regional project with the Australian Government.”
Quotes attributable to Senator for New South Wales Deborah O’Neill:
“The Parkes Bypass project is a critical investment in a key regional area of NSW and will help underpin the area’s future prosperity.
“This project has supported around 350 jobs during construction and we appreciate the patience of Parkes motorists, tourists and freight operators as they have navigated the necessary traffic changes along the way.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Labor’s spokesperson for Orange Stephen Lawrence MLC:
“The local community has been calling for a Parkes bypass for decades and I’m delighted to see it finally being delivered.
“Importantly, this bypass will not only ease congestion and increase efficiency on the Newell Highway; it will also improve road safety and better protect our community.”
Source: Australian Ministers for Regional Development
Two bridges being built as part of the Parkes Bypass project (in central west NSW) will move one step closer to carrying traffic, as massive girders to support the bridge decks are lifted into place.
The $287.2 million Parkes Bypass project will feature five key intersections and two new bridges, including one over Hartigan Avenue and the rail corridor and a second over the bypass on Victoria Street.
The Australian Government is contributing $229.7 million towards this project, with the NSW Government contributing the remaining $57.4 million.
Preliminary work including construction of the abutments, or bridge ends, at either end of the bridges is now nearing completion and two giant cranes will be mobilised to the bypass site to lift six girders into place at each of the bridges.
Each of the 60-tonne girders will be hoisted high in the air and lowered into place on the bridge supports weather permitting – on 15 October.
These girders, to be installed near the northern end of the bridge add to the 30 girders lifted into place in October 2023.
Once the cranes are set up, a 600-tonne crane will pass the girders one-by-one to the 750-tonne crane so they can be installed between the northern abutment and the next pier.
The process will be repeated on 5 November, when one of the cranes is again used to lift six more girders into place for the new Victoria Street Bridge.
When completed, the 10.5-kilometre bypass on the western outskirts of Parkes will reduce travel time, improve freight productivity and efficiency on the Newell Highway, improve pedestrian access through Parkes and benefit traffic flow in and around the town.
For further information visit: https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/current-projects/parkes-bypass
Images and video:
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Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King:
“All the pieces of the Parkes Bypass project are continuing to come together to ensure the Newell Highway is upgraded to be a safer and more efficient major inland transport route through the centre of New South Wales.
“The Newell Highway contributes to the competitiveness of Australia’s agricultural and mining sectors by enabling access to essential freight networks not only in NSW, but also Victoria and Queensland.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Regional Transport and Roads Minister Jenny Aitchison:
“These upgrades are vital to better connect our regional communities and improve efficiency on one of our busiest regional routes.
“It will be a spectacular sight as these crucial links in the Parkes Bypass of the Newell Highway comes together, as we move closer to delivering this key regional project with the Australian Government.”
Quotes attributable to Senator for New South Wales Deborah O’Neill:
“The Parkes Bypass project is a critical investment in a key regional area of NSW and will help underpin the area’s future prosperity.
“This project has supported around 350 jobs during construction and we appreciate the patience of Parkes motorists, tourists and freight operators as they have navigated the necessary traffic changes along the way.”
Quotes attributable to NSW Labor’s spokesperson for Orange Stephen Lawrence MLC:
“The local community has been calling for a Parkes bypass for decades and I’m delighted to see it finally being delivered.
“Importantly, this bypass will not only ease congestion and increase efficiency on the Newell Highway; it will also improve road safety and better protect our community.”
Source: New Zealand Police (National News)
Police have today arrested a 56-year-old woman in relation to a number of dishonesty-related offending targeting retailers in the Hamilton area.
She appeared in the Hamilton District Court today, Tuesday 15 October facing 64 charges ranging from shoplifting and burglary to obtaining by deception, and has been remanded in custody until her next appearance tomorrow, Wednesday 16 October.
Police acknowledge the strain this type of offending has on local businesses, and we appreciate the assistances of businesses providing footage to assist our enquiries.
This behaviour will not be tolerated by Police, and we encourage retailers to continue to report suspicious activity.
CCTV footage provided through Auror will be followed up by the team of Police dedicated to investigating and preventing offending against retailers.
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Source: Hong Kong Information Services
The Transport Department today alerted the public to fraudulent websites’ addresses which pretend to be HKeToll and seek to deceive users into making payments to obtain their credit card information.
The two fraudulent websites’ addresses are “https://hketoll[.]shop/hk” and “https://hketollo[.]cc/hk”.
Vehicle owners wishing to pay an outstanding toll online must log in to the HKeToll website or mobile app.
While the case has been referred to Police for investigation, the department urges the public to stay alert when receiving unidentified messages.
For enquiries about HKeToll, call 3853 7333.
Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
MINNEAPOLIS – An Oakdale man has been sentenced to 90 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for illegally possessing a firearm as a felon, announced United States Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
According to court documents, on February 13, 2023, an officer from the New Hope Police Department initiated a traffic stop after observing a maroon Chevy Suburban commit several traffic violations. The officer noticed the smell of marijuana as he approached the vehicle and saw drug paraphernalia in the center console. Officers subsequently searched the vehicle and found a Glock model 17 GEN5 9mm caliber pistol equipped with a switch and a large capacity magazine hidden in a compartment underneath the cupholders. They also found a second large capacity magazine and additional ammunition on the driver’s side of the vehicle. DNA from the firearm’s textured grip and slide serrations matched the driver, Detroit Davis-Riley, 35. It was also later discovered that the firearm had previously been reported as stolen.
Because Davis-Riley has multiple prior felony convictions in Hennepin County, he is prohibited under federal law from possessing firearms or ammunition at any time.
On March 14, 2024, Davis-Riley pleaded guilty to one count of possession of a firearm as a felon. He was sentenced on October 9, 2024, in U.S. District Court by Judge Michael J. Davis.
This case was the result of an investigation conducted by the New Hope Police Department, Crystal Police Department, Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Mary S. Riverso prosecuted the case.
Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
FLORENCE, S.C. — Joshua Levon West, 39, of Myrtle Beach was sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Evidence presented to the court showed that on March 9, 2023, following a traffic stop, officers with the Myrtle Beach Police Department discovered West in possession of a loaded, stolen firearm. West is prohibited from possessing a firearm based on his prior convictions for armed robbery, strong arm robbery, attempted strong arm robbery, and possession of a weapon during commission of a violent crime.
United States District Judge Joseph Dawson, III sentenced West to 30 months imprisonment, to be followed by a three-year term of court-ordered supervision. There is no parole in the federal system.
This case was prosecuted as part of the joint federal, state, and local Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) Program, the centerpiece of the Department of Justice’s violent crime reduction efforts. PSN is an evidence-based program proven to be effective at reducing violent crime. Through PSN, a broad spectrum of stakeholders work together to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and develop comprehensive solutions to address them. As part of this strategy, PSN focuses enforcement efforts on the most violent offenders and partners with locally based prevention and reentry programs for lasting reductions in crime.
This case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Myrtle Beach Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Lauren Hummel is prosecuting the case.
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Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Motorists are advised to expect delays travelling westbound on State Highway 16 in the Whenuapai area, following an incident this evening.
Emergency services attended after receiving a report at 6.50pm of a vehicle on fire on the road. The fire has been extinguished and no injuries are reported.
The westbound lane is closed and traffic management is in place, thankyou for your patience while the vehicle is towed and the roadway is cleared.
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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
HANOI, Oct. 14 — China and Vietnam conducted an in-depth and candid exchange of views on maritime issues, stressing the need to better manage and actively resolve maritime differences and maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea and the region, said a joint statement on Monday.
The two sides agreed to properly manage differences through friendly consultation, actively seek a basic and long-term resolution which is mutually acceptable and conforms to the agreement on the basic principles guiding the settlement of sea-related matters between China and Vietnam as well as international law including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), said the statement.
They agreed to refrain from actions that could complicate the situation or escalate disputes to jointly safeguard maritime stability.
The two sides also agreed to continue the comprehensive and effective implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, and to conclude a substantive and effective Code of Conduct in the South China Sea that is consistent with international law, including UNCLOS, at an early date based on consensus through consultation.
Source: China State Council Information Office 3
The new animated movie “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie” will be released in Chinese theaters on Oct. 18, marking the return of the beloved SpongeBob and his friends to the big screen in China after nine years.
A poster for “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie.” [Image courtesy of Shanghai Huahua Culture Media Co., Ltd.]
Directed by Liza Johnson and featuring familiar voice actors Tom Kenny, Carolyn Lawrence and Bill Fagerbakke, the film tells the story of when Bikini Bottom is suddenly scooped out of the ocean and held hostage in a Texas laboratory. Sandy Cheeks and SpongeBob journey to Sandy’s home state of Texas, where they meet her family and must save Bikini Bottom from an evil CEO who plans to transform the inhabitants into a mass-manufactured line of cuddly toys.
The fun-filled “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie,” which focuses on the character Sandy Cheeks, is the first in a series of spinoffs and the fourth film in the franchise. This hilarious hybrid project combines CG animation with live-action footage, rendering the characters in 3D, simulating real-world textures and shadows.
The release of “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie” coincides with the 25th anniversary of the “SpongeBob SquarePants” TV show, which debuted on Nickelodeon in 1999 and is based on the creation of former marine biologist and animator Stephen Hillenburg. It also marks the 20 years since the release of “The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie” (2004), the first film in the series. However, this is the first SpongeBob movie to not receive a theatrical release; instead, it was shown on various streaming platforms around the world such as Netflix, until China decided to release it in theaters.
The China premiere of “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie” was met with cheers from small children, their parents and grandparents at a theater in Beijing on Oct. 13. Two actors dressed in SpongeBob and Patrick costumes also came out to greet the audience. An ensuing Q&A session was highlighted by excited and nostalgic speeches from several audience members.
Patrick and SpongeBob performers pose with the audience at the China premiere of “Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie,” Oct. 13, 2024. [Image courtesy of Shanghai Huahua Culture Media Co., Ltd.]
The previous installment, “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water,” which was screened in China in 2015, was considered a hit among movies targeting young children, grossing a total of 56.67 million yuan across the country.
Source: Government of Queensland
Issued: 10 Oct 2024
An adult cassowary is risking its life and bringing traffic to a standstill along a narrow, winding stretch of road at the top of Gillies Range.
The cassowary has been sighted repeatedly meandering in and out of traffic along a five-kilometre stretch of Gillies Range Road, where the verges on each side are extremely steep.
Manager Northern Wildlife Operations Dave Woods from the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation has asked drivers on Gillies Range Road to reduce their speed, keep an eye out for the bird and keep their windows wound up.
“Wildlife officers have reviewed videos taken by members of the public, and believe this bird has been previously fed by people from cars,” Mr Woods said.
“It is not wary of vehicles, and it can be seen approaching vehicles as they slow down or stop, hoping to be fed.
“We have conducted several site inspections and observed the cassowary’s behaviour, but the section of road presents operational challenges.
“Due to the narrow road, high volume of traffic and steep landscape, it would be dangerous and difficult for wildlife officers to conduct behavioural modification on the animal.
“We are currently working with the Department of Transport and Main Roads and the Queensland Police Service about management options to address the risk to road users and the cassowary.”
Mr Woods said the cassowary had been reported to the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service by concerned members of the public.
“We would like to thank everyone who made those reports out of concern for the safety of road users and welfare of the cassowary,” he said.
“Cassowaries are an endangered, iconic species, and every bird is precious. We don’t want anything to happen to this animal and we want drivers to remain safe.
“We’re asking everyone who uses Gillies Range Road to keep their windows up, not discard any food and drive with caution near the top of the range.
“If people stop offering the cassowary food, it will return to the rainforest and go back to foraging for food without any further human intervention.
“It is illegal to feed cassowaries, because it can alter their behaviour, puts them at risk of vehicle strike or dog attack and they can act aggressively towards people if they are expecting food.
“Cassowaries have been around for millions of years, and they know how to find their own food in the rainforest.”
The southern cassowary is considered endangered, and its population is limited to rainforest areas of the Wet Tropics and Cape York.
Cassowaries can inflict serious injuries to people and pets by kicking out with their large, clawed feet. People are asked to Be cass-o-wary at all times in the Wet Tropics.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Fraudulent website related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
Fraudulent website related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
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The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited relating to a fraudulent website, which has been reported to the HKMA. A hyperlink to the press release is available on the HKMA website. The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks’ websites to carry out transactions. They will not ask customers for sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or one-time password, by phone, email or SMS (including via embedded hyperlinks). Anyone who has provided his or her personal information, or who has conducted any financial transactions, through or in response to the website concerned, should contact the bank using the contact information provided in the press release, and report the matter to the Police by contacting the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force at 2860 5012.
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MILES AXLE Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –
To the city loyalty program “A Million Prizes” fish markets joined “Moscow is on the wave”. in the Mitino and Kosino-Ukhtomsky districts. Participants of the capital’s electronic projects, such as “City of Ideas”, “Active Citizen”, “Electronic House”, “City of Tasks”, “Our City”, and others can get back 10 percent of the cost of purchases at the market in the form of city (green) points (no more than five thousand points in each of the markets).
To do this, when paying for a purchase, you need to go to the site from a mobile device ag-together.ru using an account on the mos.ru portal. Then you need to click on the button with the shield image in the upper right corner of the page and show the cashier the participant’s QR code.
In addition, fish markets are partners of the “
The Moscow-on-the-Wave fish market opened in the Kosino-Ukhtomsky district in November 2023, and in Mitino in September 2024. The area of each market is several thousand square meters. Here you can buy fish and seafood caught in different parts of Russia: in the Kamchatka Territory, Murmansk Oblast, Yakutia, Crimea and other regions. In addition, you can take your children to a master class, watch a performance by musicians or a chef competition on stage, or have lunch in a cafe. Thus, at the fish market in Mitino, among other establishments, there is a signature bistro “Moscow-on-the-Wave”.
The markets have shopping arcades, storage areas with different temperature conditions, food courts, and master class studios. In addition, there are laboratories that check the quality of all products sold at the market.
More information about the activity Department of Trade and Services– in the official telegram channel.
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Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –
October 15 marks World Breast Cancer Day. The main factor for successful and effective treatment is early detection of the disease. The capital’s achievements in the field of breast cancer diagnostics were told by Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.
“Breast cancer is a common oncological disease among women. Timely detection of the disease is extremely important for successful treatment. Thanks to the new standard of oncological care, over the past five years we have achieved significant results in diagnostics. Thus, in 2023, the percentage of breast cancer detection at early stages was 79.1 percent, which is significantly higher than the 2018 figure of 73.2 percent. The introduction of modern technologies and equipment, such as digital mammographs, has also more than doubled the number of examinations. But for a timely diagnosis, it is also important for city residents to be aware of regular health checks and self-diagnosis of breast cancer. That is why on October 15, World Breast Cancer Day, many buildings in Moscow, including the Ostankino Tower and the Crimean Bridge, will be illuminated in pink, and in several Outpatient Oncology Care Centers we will open an exhibition dedicated to women who have overcome breast cancer. Bright photos and inspiring stories of heroines will become support for women who have faced breast cancer and will demonstrate that even in difficult times you can find the strength to fight,” said Anastasia Rakova.
The opening of two women’s health centers in December 2023 and September 2024 played an important role in the early detection of the disease. They now have rooms for the early diagnosis of breast diseases, equipped with modern mammographs. For the early diagnosis of breast cancer, women aged 40 and over can undergo mammography as part of a medical examination, and women under 40 are offered an ultrasound.
In case of suspected breast cancer, patients are referred to one of the outpatient oncology care centers. Here, a multimodal appointment with an oncologist is organized for them. Thanks to clearly defined algorithms, the necessary measures for diagnosis are carried out in the shortest possible time.
In addition, the city cares about the mental state of patients and their relatives – the Moscow Oncopsychological Service works for them. The psychological well-being and positive attitude of the patient have a positive effect on the effectiveness of treatment.
The capital is actively implementing new standards for breast cancer treatment. They include the use of innovative adjuvant, i.e., enhancing the body’s immune response, schemes with targeted drugs to prevent relapses.
The city’s approach to breast cancer diagnostics and treatment continues to improve. It ensures high efficiency in the fight against this disease. Timely diagnosis, advanced surgical, radiation and drug methods in combination allow to significantly improve treatment results and increase the quality of life of patients.
In order to detect the disease in a timely manner, women need to regularly conduct self-diagnosis. Information about it is available on the website Moscow City Health Department.
Listen, explain, support: who are oncopsychologists and how do they help their patientsThanks to the digitalization of oncology laboratories, the time for diagnosis has been reduced by 20 percent
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Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –
On October 11, 2024, the 10th All-Russian scientific and practical conference “Constitutional Foundations of Prosecutor’s Activity (Sukharev Readings)” was held at the University of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Russian Federation, in which the rector of the State University of Management Vladimir Stroev took part.
The conference is dedicated to the birthday of the outstanding statesman, legal scholar, specialist in the field of criminal law, criminal procedure and criminology Alexander Yakovlevich Sukharev.
The plenary session and the work of the sections were devoted to the following issues: – constitutional and legal status of the prosecutor’s office of the Russian Federation: history and modernity; – constitutional foundations of prosecutorial activity outside the criminal law sphere; – constitutional foundations of prosecutorial activity in the criminal law sphere.
Representatives of the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Russian Federation, government bodies and public organizations, prosecutor’s offices, scientific and educational organizations took part in the forum.
Opening the conference, the rector of the University of the Prosecutor’s Office of the Russian Federation Igor Matskevich addressed the participants with a welcoming speech on behalf of the Deputy Prosecutor General of the Russian Federation Yuri Ponomarev, in which he noted the relevance of the topic of the event, its fundamental nature from the point of view of the place and role of the prosecutor’s office in the system of the state legal mechanism.
Representatives of the Federation Council Committee on Constitutional Legislation and State Building, the State Duma Committee on Security and Anti-Corruption, the School for Training and Advanced Studies of Prosecutors in Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam), the Scientific and Educational Center of the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Institute of Legislation and Comparative Law under the Government of the Russian Federation, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Kutafin Moscow State Law University (MSAL), A. Ya. Sukharev Moscow Academy of the Investigative Committee, V. Ya. Kikot Moscow University of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia and other specialized educational institutions spoke at the plenary and sectional sessions.
Based on the results of the conference, recommendations were prepared, and it is planned to publish a collection of articles indexed in the RSCI system.
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| Date of the deposit auction | 10/15/2024 |
| Placement currency | RUB |
| Maximum amount of funds placed (in placement currency) | 200,000,000.00 |
| Placement period, days | 97 |
| Date of deposit | 10/15/2024 |
| Refund date | 01/20/2025 |
| Minimum placement interest rate, % per annum | 21.00 |
| Conditions of imprisonment, urgent or special | Urgent |
| Minimum amount of funds placed for one application (in placement currency) | 200,000,000.00 |
| Maximum number of applications from one Participant, pcs. | 1 |
| Auction form, open or closed | Open |
| Basis of the Treaty | General Agreement |
| Schedule (Moscow time) | |
| Preliminary applications | from 11:00 to 11:10 |
| Applications in competition mode | from 11:10 to 11:15 |
| Setting a cut-off percentage or declaring the auction invalid | until 11:25 |
| Additional terms | Placement of funds with the possibility of early withdrawal of the entire deposit amount and payment of interest accrued on the deposit amount at the rate established by the deposit transaction, in the event of non-compliance of the Bank with the requirements established by clause 2.1. of the Regulation “On the procedure for selecting banks for placing funds of the Moscow Small Business Lending Assistance Fund in deposits (deposits) under the GDS” (as amended on the date of the deposit transaction), early withdrawal at the “on demand” rate, interest payment monthly, on the last business day of the month, without replenishment |
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| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Date of the deposit auction | 10/15/2024 |
| Placement currency | RUB |
| Maximum amount of funds placed (in placement currency) | 45,000,000.00 |
| Placement period, days | 10 |
| Date of deposit | 10/15/2024 |
| Refund date | 10/25/2024 |
| Minimum placement interest rate, % per annum | 19.60 |
| Conditions of imprisonment, urgent or special | Urgent |
| Minimum amount of funds placed for one application (in placement currency) | 45,000,000.00 |
| Maximum number of applications from one Participant, pcs. | 1 |
| Auction form, open or closed | Open |
| Basis of the Treaty | General Agreement |
| Schedule (Moscow time) | |
| Preliminary applications | from 12:30 to 12:40 |
| Applications in competition mode | from 12:40 to 12:45 |
| Setting a cut-off percentage or declaring the auction invalid | until 12:55 |
| Additional terms | Placement of funds with the possibility of early withdrawal of the entire deposit amount and payment of interest accrued on the deposit amount at the rate established by the deposit transaction, in the event of non-compliance of the Bank with the requirements established by clause 2.1. of the Regulation “On the procedure for selecting banks for placing funds of the Moscow Small Business Lending Assistance Fund in deposits (deposits) under the GDS” (as amended on the date of the deposit transaction), early withdrawal at the “on demand” rate, payment of interest at the end of the term, without replenishment |
Source: Europol
On 14 October, an investigation led by the French Gendarmerie (Gendarmerie Nationale), involving the Italian Carabinieri Corps (NAS Carabinieri) and Swiss Federal Police (Police Federale Swiss), supported by Europol and Eurojust, has led to the dismantling of a criminal network counterfeiting French Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) wines in Italy. The criminal network faked French red wine, charging up to…
Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police
Detectives investigating a series of blackmail offences affecting the Chinese community in Islington have released images of people they want to identify and speak with.
Since January, a number of victims have been approached in the areas around Chapel Market and Liverpool Road by suspects who asked if they knew a doctor before demanding they withdraw large quantities of money from nearby ATMs. The victims were told that if they refused, their family members would “mysteriously” get hurt in the coming days.
Detective Constable Paulo Roberts, leading this investigation, said: “These incidents left the victims incredibly shaken and we know it has caused huge concern within the Chinese community.”
“I want to assure local people that extensive enquiries have been conducted, and our work is still ongoing. The images we have are good quality and I am sure there is someone out there who will recognise these individuals.”
Anyone who has information about people pictured should report online, dial 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting CAD 3232/14OCT24.
To remain 100 per cent anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments
Around 30 schoolchildren aged between 14 and 16 years took over courtroom 10 at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday 14 October 2024, as part of an initiative to highlight the dangers and consequences of carrying and using a knife.
As well as playing leading roles in a mock trial, the teenagers heard from lawyers, first aiders and campaigners about the impact of knife crime, and what actions they could take to help make our streets safer.
The event brought together pupils from Chadwell Heath Academy and Winchmore School – two schools in areas of London most affected by knife crime – for an interactive day of learning.
Heidi Alexander MP, Minister of State for Courts and Legal Services at the Ministry of Justice, joined the students and expressed her support, saying:
Reducing knife crime is a priority for this government, and today’s event demonstrates the power of collaboration between the justice system, schools, and community organisations to address this issue. It is vital that young people understand the dangers of carrying knives and the devastating impact it can have on families and communities.
I am incredibly impressed by the dedication of everyone involved in organising this initiative, and I hope it inspires these young people to make positive choices for their futures.
HMCTS legal adviser, Ian Rawlins, who has been involved for many years in community volunteering to tackle knife crime, was the organiser behind the day. With an impressive line-up of speakers and practical sessions, the day offered students insight into the criminal justice process, support services, the role of law enforcement, and the broader impact of knife crime on lives and communities.
Toks Adesuyan, of the Crown Prosecution Service, said:
It’s really important that we contribute to events like this that target and engage young people, not only to inspire future legal and Civil Service careers, but also to educate on the real and devastating consequences of carrying knives.
Some of the messages we deliver are hard-hitting, but if that means we’ve helped to divert young people away from knife crime, then we must continue to provide platforms for education in order to reduce the prevalence of violence amongst children and young adults.
The event featured a range of expert speakers, who engaged the students with powerful talks and practical tips about community support, first aid, and self-empowerment when it comes to reducing violence among young people.
Speakers included:
Students also had the opportunity to speak to professional footballer Kayne Ramsey of Charlton Athletic Football Club about following personal goals and avoiding violent crime.
A highlight of the day was a mock trial, organised by the National Justice Museum, in which students took on the roles of legal professionals, judges and others involved in a criminal court hearing. Through this hands-on experience, they gained a better understanding of the justice system and the consequences of breaking the law. This session aimed to raise aspirations for legal careers while offering students a new perspective on how courts work to ensure justice is served.
For more information about the day, stay tuned to the Inside HMCTS Podcast channel on GOV.UK, where an episode about Ian’s work and the event at Westminster Magistrates’ Court will be published soon.
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)
The shareholders of Karolinska Development AB (publ), reg. no. 556707-5048, (“Karolinska Development” or the “Company”) are invited to the Extraordinary General Meeting (“EGM”), on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 11:00 (CET), at Cirio Law Firm, Biblioteksgatan 9, in Stockholm. Registration for the EGM will commence at 10:30 (CET).
The Board of Directors has resolved that shareholders shall have the right to exercise their voting rights in advance through postal voting pursuant to item 13 in the articles of association. Therefore, shareholders may choose to exercise their voting rights at the EGM by attending in person, by postal voting or through a proxy.
Participation in person
A shareholder who would like to participate at the EGM in person must:
both be entered in the register of the shareholders maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB as per Tuesday, November 5, 2024,
and give notice of his or her intention to participate to the Company no later than Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the address Karolinska Development, “EGM”, Nanna Svartz väg 6A, 171 65, Solna, Sweden, or by email to eva.montgomerie@karolinskadevelopment.com. When giving notice to participate, please provide name, personal identity number or company registration number, telephone number and number of represented shares.
Participation by postal voting
Shareholders who wish to participate in the EGM by postal voting must:
both be registered in the register of shareholders maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB as per Tuesday, November 5, 2024,
and notify their intention to participate by submitting their postal vote in accordance with the instructions below, so that the postal vote is received by Karolinska Development no later than Thursday, November 7, 2024.
Shareholders may exercise their voting rights at the EGM by voting in advance through postal voting pursuant to item 13 in the articles of association, referring to Chapter 7, Section 4 a of the Swedish Companies Act.
For advance voting, a special form must be used. Forms in Swedish and English are available for download on the Company’s website, http://www.karolinskadevelopment.com.The advance voting form is valid as notification of participation at the EGM.
The completed advance voting form must be received by the Company no later than Thursday, November 7, 2024. The completed form shall be sent to Karolinska Development by e-mail to eva.montgomerie@karolinskadevelopment.com or by regular mail to Karolinska Development, “EGM”, Nanna Svartz väg 6A, 171 65, Solna, Sweden. The shareholder may not provide special instructions or conditions in the advance voting form. If so, the vote (i.e. the advance vote in its entirety) is invalid. Further instructions and conditions are provided in the form for advance voting.
Those who wish to withdraw a submitted postal vote and instead exercise their voting rights by participating in the EGM in person or through a proxy must give notice thereof to the EGM’s secretariat prior to the opening of the EGM.
Participation by proxy
If the shareholders are represented by proxy, a written proxy must be issued and submitted to the Company at the above address well in advance of the EGM. The proxy is valid during the period set forth in the proxy, however, at most five years from the issuance. If a proxy is issued by a legal entity, a copy of the legal entity’s registration certificate or similar document evidencing signatory powers must be enclosed. Proxy forms in Swedish and English are available for download on the Company’s website, http://www.karolinskadevelopment.com.
Nominee registered shares
For shareholders who have their shares nominee-registered through a bank or other nominee, the following applies in order to be entitled to participate in the meeting. In addition to giving notice of participation, such shareholder must re-register its shares in its own name so that the shareholder is registered in the share register kept by Euroclear Sweden AB as of the record date Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Such re-registration may be temporary (so-called voting rights registration). Shareholders who wish to register their shares in their own names must, in accordance with the respective nominee’s routines, request that the nominee make such registration. Voting rights registration that have been requested by the shareholder at such time that the registration has been completed by the nominee no later than Thursday, November 7, 2024, will be taken into account in the preparation of the share register.
Proposal for agenda
Item 1: Election of chairperson of the meeting
The Board of Directors proposes that the EGM resolves that Annika Andersson (lawyer at Cirio Law Firm) is appointed to chair the EGM.
Item 6: Resolution on election of a new member of the Board of Directors
The Company’s largest shareholder, invoX Pharma Ltd. (“invoX”), proposes that the EGM resolves to elect Will Zeng as a new director of the Board of Directors. Director Theresa Tse will resign from her position at the EGM. The current directors Hans Wigzell, Anna Lefevre Skjöldebrand, Benjamin Toogood and Philip Duong remain as directors of the Board of Directors and Hans Wigzell remains as chairperson.
Will Zeng is born in 1993. He holds a bachelor’s degree of Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Will Zeng has previously work at Goldman Sachs and Warburg Pincus. Will Zeng´s other current assignments include Finance Director of CTTQ Pharma Group and Special Assistant to the chairperson of the board of Sino Biopharmaceutical. Will Zeng holds no shares in the Company. Will Zeng is independent in relation to the Company and its executive management but not in relation the Company´s major shareholders.
The composition of the Board of Directors meets the independence requirement of the Swedish Corporate Governance Code.
Item 7: Determination of fee to the new member of the Board of Directors
At the Annual General Meeting on 16 May 2024, it was resolved that the Board of Directors, except for the chairperson, would be paid a fixed amount of SEK 200,000 to be paid out in proportion to board meetings attended. invoX proposes that board fee to the newly elected director Will Zeng should be paid the equivalent for the time until the end of the 2025 Annual General Meeting.
Miscellaneous
Advance voting form, proxy form and proposal for resolution in accordance with above, are available at the Company on Nanna Svartz väg 2, 171 65, Solna, Sweden and at the Company’s website, http://www.karolinskadevelopment.com, no later than three weeks before the EGM, and will be sent to shareholders who so request and provide their postal address.
The Board of Directors and the CEO shall, if requested by any shareholder and if the Board of Directors is of the opinion that it can be done without causing material harm to the Company, provide disclosures about conditions that may impact assessment of an item of business on the agenda.
As per the date of this notice, there are 270,077,594 shares, representing a total of 293,074,943 votes outstanding in the Company, distributed among 2,555,261 shares of series A (with 25,552,610 votes) and 267,522,333 shares of series B (with 267,522,333 votes). As per the date of this notice, the Company holds 244,285 treasury shares of series B.
Processing of personal data
For information on how your personal data is processed in connection to the general meeting see the privacy policy available on Euroclear Sweden AB’s website: https://www.euroclear.com/dam/ESw/Legal/Privacy-notice-bolagsstammor-engelska.pdf
Solna in October 2024
Karolinska Development AB (publ)
The Board of Directors
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Source: NATO
The NATO Through Time podcast dives deep into NATO’s history, reflecting on how the past influences the present – and future – of the longest-lasting alliance in history. This episode features former President of Croatia Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, who was instrumental in leading her country, alongside Albania, to NATO membership in 2009.
What was it like learning about NATO while growing up in the former Yugoslavia?
Why did NATO launch “out-of-area” operations in the Western Balkans following the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 1990s?
What was the road to NATO membership like for Albania and Croatia, and how did these countries help pave the way for other countries in the region to join the Alliance?
In this episode, former President of Croatia Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović reflects on her country’s journey to independence and its decision to “rejoin the European family” by becoming a member of NATO and the European Union. She also speaks about how Croatia has helped other countries in southeast Europe join the Alliance, and how this experience will support the future membership of further countries, including Ukraine. In addition to serving as President of Croatia (2015-2020), she was also the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration (2005-2008), Ambassador to the United States (2008-2011) and NATO’s Assistant Secretary General for Public Diplomacy (2011-2014), so she played a crucial role in bringing Croatia into NATO and in its early years of membership in the Alliance.
The podcast is available on YouTube, and on all major podcast platforms, including:
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What you need to know: New measure will help prevent price spikes that cost Californians upwards of $2 billion last year, giving the state more tools to require that petroleum refiners backfill supplies and plan ahead for maintenance.
SACRAMENTO – Today, surrounded by legislators and community leaders in the rotunda of the California State Capitol, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation to help prevent gas price spikes and save consumers money at the pump.
The legislation — ABX2-1 authored by Assemblymembers Gregg Hart and Cecilia Aguiar-Curry and Senator Nancy Skinner — allows the state to require oil refiners to maintain a minimum inventory of fuel to avoid supply shortages that create higher gasoline prices for consumers and higher profits for the industry. It also authorizes the California Energy Commission to require refiners to plan for resupply during refiner maintenance outages. A signing message can be found here.
Governor Gavin Newsom
“With this new law, big oil companies are now responsible for stabilizing prices at the pump. It’s a critical accomplishment, but our work is not done. I will continue to fight to lower the cost of living, because housing, groceries and everyday necessities must be more affordable for all Californians.” — Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas)
“Today, we’re coming together to provide needed relief at the pump and help keep hard-earned dollars in the pockets of Californians. I’m grateful to Governor Newsom, Speaker Rivas, and members of the Senate and Assembly for taking swift action on this critical issue. That said, our work isn’t stopping. We’re going to continue to grind away to help lower the cost of living for folks in every corner of the Golden State. It’s a necessity.” — Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-North Coast)
Why it’s needed
Price spikes at the pump are profit spikes for oil companies, and they’re overwhelmingly caused by refiners not backfilling supplies when they go down for maintenance. If this proposal had been in effect last year, Californians could have saved hundreds of millions — if not billions — of dollars at the pump according to analysis from the Division of Petroleum Market Oversight (DPMO):
Experts have come out in support of this measure, including Stanford economists who praised the proposal for being “an economically sound policy that addresses an important problem in a well-targeted way” and the “additional supply would free up refinery capacity to serve Nevada and Arizona, also reducing prices in these markets.”
Supporters of the bill include mayors, local leaders, consumer organizations, environmental advocates, labor, business leaders and consumer groups. Last month, the Governor and supporters met and discussed how gasoline price spikes affect millions of Californians’ everyday lives, and shared why this plan will help California families.
How we got here
The Governor convened a special session to focus on saving Californians money at the pump. The proposal authorizes the California Energy Commission (CEC) to require petroleum refiners to maintain a minimum inventory of refined fuel throughout the distribution chain to avoid supply shortages that create higher prices at the pump for consumers. It also authorizes the CEC to require refiners to plan for resupply during scheduled refiner maintenance. The text of the proclamation calling for a special session is available here.
Following gasoline price spikes in 2022, Governor Newsom called for a special session and worked in partnership with the Legislature to sign into law a package of reforms holding Big Oil accountable.
California’s new watchdog found that higher gasoline prices were caused by a suspicious market transaction, refinery maintenance without properly preparing for it, and more.
In January of this year, the watchdog sent Governor Newsom and the legislature a letter outlining specific proposals to reform California’s gasoline spot market, which included a minimum inventory requirement to prevent price spikes due to lack of stable supply.
The state’s gasoline price watchdog also found that, in 2023, gasoline prices spiked largely due to refineries going offline without adequately planning to backfill supplies, which caused refining margins to spike as spot and retail prices jumped — indicating that refinery margins made up the largest proportion of the price spikes between July and September 2023.
Convening experts, community leaders, and consumer advocates
The Governor today also announced his appointments to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee:
Martha Dina Arguello, of Los Angeles, has been appointed to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee. Arguello has been Executive Director at Physicians for Social Responsibility – Los Angeles since 2007. She was Director of Health and Environmental Programs at Physicians for Social Responsibility – Los Angeles from 1999 to 2007. Arguello is Co-Founder and Co-Chair of Standing Together Against Neighborhood Drilling and Californians for a Health and Green Economy. She is a member of the California Air Resources Board AB 32 Environmental Justice Advisory Committee and the Steering Committee of Californians for Pesticide Reform. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Arguello is a Democrat.
Michael Jorgenson, of Mill Valley, has been appointed to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee. Jorgenson has served as Supervisory Deputy Attorney General at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General since 2018. He was Deputy County Counsel IV at the Marin County Counsel’s Office from 2017 to 2018. Jorgenson served in several roles at the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General from 2003 to 2017, including Deputy Attorney General in the Public Rights Division, Supervising Deputy Attorney General in the Civil Division and Deputy Attorney General in the Civil Division. He was an Associate at Berman Tabacco from 2001 to 2003 and at Kelly Gill Sherburne & Herrera from 1999 to 2001. He earned a Juris Doctor degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and History from University of Michigan. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Jorgenson is a Democrat.
Neale Mahoney, of Stanford, has been appointed to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee. Mahoney has been a Professor of Economics at Stanford University since 2020. He was a Special Policy Advisor for Economic Policy at The White House from 2022 to 2023. Mahoney was a Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago from 2013 to 2020. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Economics from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics and Economics from Brown University. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Mahoney is a Democrat.
Deborah “Debbie” Meeks, of Walnut Creek, has been appointed to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee. Meeks has been Manager of United States West Coast Policy and Business Coordinator at Shell USA since 2021. She was a Manager of Alliances and Portfolios at Shell US Retail from 2017 to 2021. Meeks was Americas and Mexico Regional Manager, Principal Account Executive, and Senior Account Manager at Shell Catalysts and Technologies from 1995 to 2017. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from California State University, Long Beach. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Meeks is a Democrat.
Norman Rogers, of Santa Ana, has been appointed to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee. Rogers has been Second Vice-President at United Steelworkers Local 675 since 2021, and a Plant Operator in Oil Movements at Marathon Petroleum Corporation since 2018. He was a Plant Operator for Oil Movements at Tesoro Refinery from 2013 to 2018. Rogers was a member of the Fire Brigade at the Carson Refinery from 2001 to 2021. He was Plant Operator for Oil Movements at BP from 2001 to 2013, and at Arco Refinery from 1999 to 2001. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Rogers is registered without party preference.
Astrid Zuniga, of Modesto, has been appointed to the Independent Consumer Fuels Advisory Committee. Zuniga has been President at United Domestic Workers/AFSCME 3930 since 2024 and was Vice President from 2016 to 2024. She has been Executive Secretary/Treasurer at the Stanislaus and Tuolumne Central Labor Council since 2013, and an In-Home Support Services Caregiver since 1998. Zuniga is a member of the California Democratic Party Executive Board and the Women’s Advisory Committee for AFSCME International. This position does not require Senate confirmation and the compensation is $100 per diem. Zuniga is a Democrat.
Source: United States Central Command (CENTCOM)
Oct. 12, 2024
Release Number 20241012 – 01
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TAMPA, Fla. (Oct. 12, 2024) – U.S. Central Command forces conducted a series of airstrikes against multiple known ISIS camps in Syria in the early morning of Oct. 11. The strikes will disrupt the ability of ISIS to plan, organize, and conduct attacks against the United States, its allies and partners, and civilians throughout the region and beyond. Our battle damage assessments are underway and do not indicate civilian casualties. We will provide updates as information is confirmed.
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Source: South Australia Police
Police and emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash at Waterloo Corner.
About 3.45am on Sunday 13 October, police were called to Port Wakefield Highway after reports a car crashed into a stobie pole.
Northbound traffic is being diverted along Old Port Wakefield Road and one lane is closed for southbound traffic. Motorists are asked to take an alternate route.
Source: South Australia Police
Three teens have been arrested after being caught in a stolen car in the northern suburbs overnight.
Just before midnight on Saturday 12 October, Northern District patrols spotted a stolen white car being driven erratically on Kings Road at Salisbury Downs.
The driver of the car saw police and took off on the wrong side of the road.
Police followed the white Astra station wagon along Salisbury Highway, onto Philip Highway and then west onto Hogarth Road. Patrols lost sight on the car on Mofflin Road.
PolAir was quickly airborne and tracked the stolen car as it travelled through suburbs of Salisbury North, Paralowie and Mawson Lakes.
The Astra reached speeds of up to 180km/h as it travelled on Port Wakefield Road.
About 30 minutes later the car stopped on Grand Junction Road at Enfield and three occupants exited the car and ran south towards Baker Street.
Patrols cordoned off the area and Dog Operations Unit was called in to assist with the search.
PolAir continued to track the teenagers as they ran through yards of residential properties and onto the roof of a home on Lines Street. The youths came down from the roof a short time later and PD Edge located them in the front yard of a home and the trio were arrested without further incident.
The driver, a 15-year-old boy from Holden Hill, was drug tested and he returned a positive result to methamphetamine and cannabis. He was charged with driving at an extreme speed, dangerous driving to escape a police pursuit and illegal use. A 15-year-old from Mansfield Park, has been charged with illegal use. A 14-year-old from Ottoway, has been charged with illegal use, and breach of bail. All three were refused police bail and will appear in Adelaide Youth Court on Monday 14 October.
Checks revealed the vehicle was stolen from a Klemzig address on Friday 11 October.
Source: South Australia Police
Police are investigating a suspicious fire at Stonyfell earlier this morning.
Just after 3am on Sunday 13 October, police and emergency services were called to Hallett Road after reports of fire in the rear yard of a business premises.
MFS crews were first on scene and quickly extinguished the fire.
The fire started at the rear of the premises and travelled to the rear entrance of the building causing minor damage.
Crime Scene Investigators will be attending the scene this morning.
Anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area at the time or has information that may assist with the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at http://www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can remain anonymous.
