Weeks after the Republicans’ triumphant performances in the November elections, it is primary day once again in Northwest Florida. Voters in Florida’s 1st Congressional District will select a GOP candidate on Tuesday, who will likely succeed former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., in the House of Representatives. The district, which covers part of the Florida panhandle, is heavily Republican. President Donald Trump won the area in his last three elections, and Gaetz himself held the seat from January 2017 until he resigned late last year. TRUMP’S ‘BLACKLIST’: PRESIDENT-ELECT DESCRIBES THE TYPE OF PEOPLE HE DOESN’T WANT TO HIRE There are 10…
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The suspect yelled a racial epithet while harassing a woman Friday outside City Hall, police said. PALO ALTO – A 44-year-old Palo Alto man was arrested on suspicion of yelling a racial epithet while harassing a woman last week outside City Hall, according to authorities. Related Articles Crime and Public Safety | Five held in gang-motivated shooting in San Jose, police say Crime and Public Safety | After ICE operation in Bay Area, officials pledge to defend immigrants Crime and Public Safety | Suspect arrested following two burglaries at same La Honda home Crime and Public Safety | Awaiting Cain…
Serbia’s striking university students on Monday launched a 24-hour blockade of a key traffic intersection in the capital, Belgrade, stepping up pressure on the populist authorities over a deadly canopy collapse in November that killed 15 people. Serbian farmers on tractors and thousands of citizens joined the blockade that followed weeks of protests demanding accountability of the deadly accident in the northern city of Novi Sad that critics have blamed on rampant government corruption. A campaign of street demonstrations has posed the biggest challenge in years to the populist government’s firm grip on power in Serbia. Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic,…
Trains were canceled across Bangladesh on Tuesday as railway staff went on strike for higher pensions and other benefits, affecting tens of thousands of passengers and freight transport. Saidur Rahman, acting president of the Bangladesh Railway Running Staff and Workers Union, said the strike was called after a meeting with the interim government headed by Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus failed to reach a deal late Monday. Rahman said the strike would continue indefinitely if the government does not accept their demands. The state-run railway system carries some 65 million passengers per year in the densely populated nation of 170…
Three West Australian men were arrested in Adelaide after taking part in an organised neo-Nazi rally on Australia Day. Three West Australian men were arrested in Adelaide after taking part in an organised neo-Nazi rally on Australia Day. By Rebecca Peppiatt January 28, 2025 — 3.03pm WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch has lashed out at three West Australian men who were arrested during a neo-Nazi rally in Adelaide over the weekend, declaring their behaviour would not be tolerated or accepted in the community. The trio joined 13 others from around the country on Australia Day for a counter-protest to a…
Renters are feeling emboldened by a new law that can help them hang onto their homes and fight bank-breaking rent increases during lease renewals. Renters are feeling emboldened by a new law that can help them hang onto their homes and fight bank-breaking rent increases during lease renewals. Renters are feeling emboldened by a new law that can help them hang onto their homes and fight bank-breaking rent increases during lease renewals. Last winter, Eileen Kelley received a notice that her landlord was not going to renew her lease when it expired in a few months. After eight years in…
President Xi Jinping once again highlighted the importance of open economies and inclusive development for a new round of global prosperity on Saturday, the second day of his attendance at APEC events. President Xi Jinping once again highlighted the importance of open economies and inclusive development for a new round of global prosperity on Saturday, the second day of his attendance at APEC events. President Xi Jinping once again highlighted the importance of open economies and inclusive development for a new round of global prosperity on Saturday, the second day of his attendance at APEC events.
The Australian sharemarket finished slightly lower after a mixed day of trading, but defied the overnight tech meltdown on Wall Street over a powerful new Chinese AI startup. The Australian sharemarket finished slightly lower after a mixed day of trading, but defied the overnight tech meltdown on Wall Street over a powerful new Chinese AI startup. Updated Business Markets World markets By Cindy Yin Updated January 28, 2025 — 5.16pmfirst published at 4.14am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement…
Holocaust survivors, world leaders and royalty have gathered at Auschwitz for a solemn ceremony marking 80 years since its liberation. Holocaust survivors, world leaders and royalty have gathered at Auschwitz for a solemn ceremony marking 80 years since its liberation. Video: Holocaust survivors gather on 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation Holocaust survivors gather on 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement Holocaust survivors, world leaders and royalty have gathered at Auschwitz for a solemn ceremony marking 80 years since its liberation. January 28, 2025…
The manhunt for an alleged murderer is under way following a ‘vicious’ and ‘violent’ stabbing in Sydney’s south yesterday. The manhunt for an alleged murderer is under way following a ‘vicious’ and ‘violent’ stabbing in Sydney’s south yesterday. Video: Police hunting for murderer after ‘vicious, violent’ stabbing in Sydney Police hunting for murderer after ‘vicious, violent’ stabbing in Sydney We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement National The manhunt for an alleged murderer is under way following a ‘vicious’ and ‘violent’ stabbing in Sydney’s south yesterday. January 28, 2025…
Sydney’s punishing heatwave has given way to rain and storms as the predicted cool change has rolled into the city. Follow live updates. Sydney’s punishing heatwave has given way to rain and storms as the predicted cool change has rolled into the city. Follow live updates. From eastern suburbs beaches, to swimming holes in the Blue Mountains, many have spent the day escaping the day’s heat in Sydney’s waterways, before late afternoon saw the storms roll in. Here are some highlights from Herald photographers: The NSW SES has received more than 150 callouts since severe thunderstorms hit Sydney on Tuesday…
Captain Alyssa Healy is no certainty to play in the Ashes Test at the MCG from Thursday, but an all-round star is in line to return from injury. Captain Alyssa Healy is no certainty to play in the Ashes Test at the MCG from Thursday, but an all-round star is in line to return from injury. Sport Cricket Test cricket By Jon Pierik January 28, 2025 — 5.34pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Captain Alyssa Healy is in…
Sam Abdulrahim’s loved ones huddled together by the entrance of an unremarkable serviced apartment building that now become part of Melbourne gangland folklore. Sam Abdulrahim’s loved ones huddled together by the entrance of an unremarkable serviced apartment building that now become part of Melbourne gangland folklore. National Victoria Crime By Marta Pascual Juanola and Lachlan Abbott January 28, 2025 — 5.40pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement The howls of an elderly woman rang out along the quiet street.…
Read the national news blog for rolling coverage of today’s top stories. Read the national news blog for rolling coverage of today’s top stories. Triple J has defended the lack of Australian representation in its Hottest 100 after this year’s countdown saw just 29 local artists included, down from 52 the previous year. American artist Chappell Roan took out the top spot with Good Luck, Babe, edging out Sydney band Royel Otis, who came in second with their Like A Version cover of English singer Sophie Ellis Bextor’s 2001 track Murder on the Dancefloor. This year’s poll is the third-lowest-ever…
A home and a nature and wildlife retreat lodge have been burned down following an out-of-control bushfire in Victoria’s west. A home and a nature and wildlife retreat lodge have been burned down following an out-of-control bushfire in Victoria’s west. Video: Wildlife retreat lodge destroyed in Victorian Bushfires Wildlife retreat lodge destroyed in Victorian Bushfires We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement National A home and a nature and wildlife retreat lodge have been burned down following an out-of-control bushfire in Victoria’s west. January 28, 2025 — 5.47pm ,…
STORM Herminia’s wrath continues today – with a map revealing a wave of rain hitting Britain as the Met Office issues a new yellow warning. The storm will see parts of the country facing another day of disruption and flood threats. X/@metoffice The Met Office’s map shows how the rain will spread across the UK this morning[/caption] X/@metoffice Two yellow weather warnings remain in place[/caption] X/@metoffice Flood warnings and alerts are also in place[/caption] The forecaster issued a yellow warning of spells of rain which could lead to localised flooding covering South and West Wales until 9pm today. While Natural…
Storm Ivo has been named by the Portuguese met service
Matt Kuhnemann’s nickname has been a succinct way of underlining his importance to Australian campaigns on the subcontinent – and he could soon be getting some help from a left-arm spin legend. Matt Kuhnemann’s nickname has been a succinct way of underlining his importance to Australian campaigns on the subcontinent – and he could soon be getting some help from a left-arm spin legend. Exclusive Sport Cricket Test cricket By Daniel Brettig January 28, 2025 — 5.48pm , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to…
It’s been a deeply emotional day in Gaza as tens of thousands of displaced residents moved back into the enclave’s north. It’s been a deeply emotional day in Gaza as tens of thousands of displaced residents moved back into the enclave’s north. Video: Thousands of displaced Palestinians move back into northern Gaza Thousands of displaced Palestinians move back into northern Gaza We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Brisbane Times Advertisement It’s been a deeply emotional day in Gaza as tens of thousands of displaced residents moved back into the enclave’s north.…
BANKRUPT Katie Price has revealed her plans to make £500million in the next three years. Former glamour model Katie, 46, has revealed in her podcast, The Katie Price Show, that she wants to have made £500m by 2028. Splash Katie Price has shared her plans for making £500m in the next three years[/caption] Getty The brunette bombshell was declared bankrupt last spring[/caption] Instagram This comes as fans continue to share their concerns for Katie amid her weight loss[/caption] She even unveiled the elaborate plan she has to make the cash, with fans quick to react and brand her as “mad”. “New…