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Magda Szubanski: Celebrity friends rally around Kath and Kim star after her stage four ******* diagnosis Magda Szubanski: Celebrity friends rally around Kath and Kim star after her stage four ******* diagnosis Celebrity friends of Magda Szubanski have rallied around the Aussie comedian after she revealed she had stage four ******* on Thursday. In an emotional video shared to her social media, the Kath and Kim star told fans she had been diagnosed with stage 4 Mantle Cell Lymphoma. In the clip, Szubanski told how she had anticipated the hairloss she had experienced due to her treatment — but assured followers she was “being lovingly cared for by friends and family” and had a “brilliant” medical team. Among the heartfelt messages from fans were uplifting well-wishes from Szubanski’s famous friends. One of the first stars to reach out to Szubanski was MasterChef Australia legend and this season’s host Poh Ling Yeow who wrote, “You look beautiful as a Goog my love. And the Mutley laugh has me thinking you’re going to be good at this. We’re right behind you. Love u and see you soon .” Sam Neill, best known for his role in Jurassic Park, said, “Right there with you darling xx.” “Much love to you Magda! You’ve done so much to fight for our rights, you’ve well and truly earned the right to be a ‘cranky old moll!’ ,” wrote journalist Narelda Jacobs. Fellow comedians Rove McManus and Pete Helliar let the actress know that they had her back. “Lots of love and support to you beautiful one ,” McManus said. Camera IconBeloved Aussie star Magda Szubanski has revealed she has stage 4 blood *******. Credit: Instagram “Sending you all my love Mags!!!!! You (and we) know how strong you are!! ,” Helliar declared. Radio host Carrie Bickmore, who recently celebrated the 10 year anniversary since launching her campaign to raise funds for the Brain ******* Centre told Szubanski, “Oh *****. F**k. You’ve got this yelling at you now from a distance that we all love you .” The kind and impactful words of support for Magda’s battle extended beyond TV and media personalities. Grace Tame, who was named *********** of the Year in 2021, added, “Sending you all the love in the world and warm, immuno-safe virtual hugs Xxx.” Perth-born model and actress Megan Gale wrote, “Sending an abundance of love, hugs and strength your way Magda. .” “Mags, I’m so bloody sorry to hear this. Sending all my love and strength mate! Love you!!! fight this! ,” said former professional tennis player and four time Olympian Rennae Stubbs. Author Briony Benjamin shared her own experience with the disease: “Oh Magda I’m so sorry to hear this. As a blood ******* survivor I’m sending you so much love. Can you tell that lymphoma to ******* off and leave the good ones alone? Thanks. Sending love xxxxx.” Source link #Magda #Szubanski #Celebrity #friends #rally #Kath #Kim #star #stage #******* #diagnosis Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Chevron investors reject stockholder proposals, Exxon faces none Chevron investors reject stockholder proposals, Exxon faces none By Sheila Dang HOUSTON (Reuters) -Chevron shareholders voted against three stockholder proposals during the U.S. oil producer’s annual meeting on Wednesday, including one calling for a report on the company’s human rights practices, while larger rival Exxon Mobil faced no investor resolutions for the first time in decades. There have been fewer resolutions on environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters this year than they did in 2024 and 2023 due to lack of investor appetite for such proposals. Lower-than-expected returns in renewable energy projects have also shifted shareholders’ focus back to oil and gas. Chevron investors rejected a resolution that would have allowed holders of at least 10% of the company’s common stock to call special meetings. They also voted down a proposal to produce a report about whether company investments in renewable energy could result in so-called stranded assets, or projects that lose value prematurely, according to preliminary voting results on Wednesday. Also on Wednesday, Exxon’s annual meeting featured no qualifying shareholder resolutions for the first time since 1958. Exxon CEO Darren Woods said he attributed that to the company’s performance that has outpaced competitors, and to Exxon’s willingness to fight back against proposals he said were a detriment to the business. Investors approved all director nominees and executive compensation plans for both companies. (Reporting by Sheila Dang in Houston and Tanay Dhumal in Bengaluru; Editing by David Gregorio) Source link #Chevron #investors #reject #stockholder #proposals #Exxon #faces Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Stoxx 600, FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40, tariffs Stoxx 600, FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40, tariffs Futures move higher after Trump’s tariffs blocked Good morning from London. It’s just over an hour until European financial markets open, and equities listed in the region look set to move higher when trade kicks off. Futures tied to the ******* DAX index were last seen trading 1.2% higher, while FTSE 100 futures gained 0.8% and those tied to France’s CAC 40 were up by 0.2%. Pan-European Stoxx 600 futures have jumped 1.3%. The moves come after the U.S. Court of International Trade on Wednesday blocked President Donald Trump from imposing his swathe of country specific tariffs — policies that could see some countries soon hit with import duties exceeding 40%. — Chloe Taylor Source link #Stoxx #FTSE #DAX #CAC #tariffs Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

MLB Rivals brings heroes of the game after landing partnership with National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum MLB Rivals brings heroes of the game after landing partnership with National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum 17 legendary player cards added Add six of them to your squad during the event ******* More Hall of Famers will be added in future updates MLB Rivals welcomed Phillies superstar Bryce Harper as its latest cover athlete in the last update, but that was just the warm-up. This week, Com2uS steps up to the plate with a landmark collaboration alongside the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, adding 17 legendary player cards and fresh commentary from two iconic voices. MLB Rivals’ latest update brings Hall of Famers like Derek Jeter, Greg Maddux, Jack Morris, and Tony Pérez into the fold as powerful new cards, each with distinct skills, team flexibility, and a new Potential system. These Hall of Fame Player Cards introduce a higher growth ceiling than existing Special Cards, letting you build dream lineups that bridge generations of talent. As part of the rollout, you can log in during the event ******* and instantly add one of six Hall of Famers to your roster: Jeter, Maddux, Raines, Sutton, Pérez, or Morris. Even better, the cards can be reassigned to different teams and positions to reflect each legend’s real-life versatility, giving you more freedom than ever in how you build your squad. Furthermore, the update also introduces full play-by-play from Joe Davis and colour commentary from former pitcher Orel Hershiser. Davis, now the voice of the Dodgers and FOX Sports’ lead MLB announcer, pairs with Hershiser to bring authentic energy to each matchup, adding a broadcast-style polish that elevates the on-field experience. On the lookout for more? Here’s a list of the best sports games to play on iOS! The best part is that this is just the beginning. More content inspired by the Hall of Fame will roll out in future updates, bringing even deeper ties to the history and heart of the sport. Download MLB Rivals now by clicking on your preferred link below. It is free-to-play with in-app purchases. Visit the official website for more information. Source link #MLB #Rivals #brings #heroes #game #landing #partnership #National #Baseball #Hall #Fame #Museum Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Apple Reportedly Changing Software Naming System: iOS 26, Not iOS 19, Is Next – CNET Apple Reportedly Changing Software Naming System: iOS 26, Not iOS 19, Is Next – CNET Apple Reportedly Changing Software Naming System: iOS 26, Not iOS 19, Is Next CNETReport: Apple to Change How It Names Operating Systems PYMNTS.comApple Reportedly Says ‘****** It’ and Jumps From iOS 19 to iOS 26 GizmodoApple is reportedly going to rename all of its operating systems The VergeApple may switch its OS numbering system to match the release year, turning iOS 19 into iOS 26 Engadget Source link #Apple #Reportedly #Changing #Software #Naming #System #iOS #iOS #CNET Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The King of Fighters AFK enters second phase of Early Access in select countries The King of Fighters AFK enters second phase of Early Access in select countries Phase two of KOF AFK goes live in Canada, Indonesia, and the Philippines 113 total collectible figures and 9,000 campaign stages to explore Earn a number of rewards for logging in as well Netmarble has kicked off Early Access phase two for The King of Fighters AFK in Canada, Indonesia, and the Philippines, giving fans of the iconic franchise a chance to dive into this sprawling idle RPG ahead of its global launch. Building on the momentum from its first test phase, this new release brings a content-packed experience that mixes deep roster collecting with generous early rewards. The latest phase of The KOF AFK includes 113 collectible fighters, 36 of whom are Legendary Heroes, alongside 38 Supporters and 17 Pets that can be used to strengthen your team. It’s not just about collecting, though – there’s plenty to do as well, with 10 PvE dungeons, 9,000 campaign stages, and 15 PvP modes to test your strength. To celebrate the new launch, Netmarble is dishing out login bonuses including Ryo Sakazaki as a Legendary Fighter just for signing in. Fighters like Li Xiangfei and Momoko are also up for grabs on days one and two, with more bonuses like Rubies and Summon Tickets available through ongoing check-in events. If you’re aiming to build around synergy, the current Pick-Up Summon featuring Mai Shiranui and Chizuru Kagura offers fighters that both benefit from the Fury trait, giving combat an extra strategic edge. While you wait, check out this list of the best action games to play on iOS right now! Alongside the launch, you can also take part in limited-time events like the Lucky Elpy Event and Elpy’s Dream Land, which offer even more ways to earn rewards and strengthen your roster. Global pre-registration is still live and sweetens the deal with up to 3,000 free draws and a guaranteed unlock of Vice, the Orochi-powered secretary. If you’re in one of the Early Access regions, now’s the perfect time to jump in and start building your ultimate KOF squad. Visit The King of Fighters AFK’s official website for more information. Source link #King #Fighters #AFK #enters #phase #Early #Access #select #countries Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

City of Karratha to back new water park feasibility study City of Karratha to back new water park feasibility study Karratha council is backing a fresh feasibility study to explore the prospect of a new water park within the city. Councillors this week passed an amended motion, supporting the delivery of a feasibility study to be presented to council for review as part of the community infrastructure plan and long-term financial plan. Cr Joanne Waterstrom Muller recommended the amendment, and said it was aimed at ensuring all possible locations across the city are assessed to find the best spot for the new water attraction. “Even though a Karratha Leisureplex improvement plan was conducted back in 2020, this previous information can still be utilised in this new feasibility study and costs can be recalculated. The community’s priority needs have changed and now need to be reconsidered by council,” Cr Muller’s amendment read. Cr Brenton Johannsen put forward an alternative motion – which was ultimately voted down – calling for council to go ahead with staged implementation of water slides at the Leisureplex, and to locate a water park in Karratha rather than Dampier. “Everyone around this table doesn’t understand what sort of water park the community wants at this point,” Cr Johannsen said. “Something like the Karratha Leisureplex slide, the plans are there. We need to just proceed with it and get on with providing what people have asked for. “In regards to a water park, why not focus on a town where we’ve got the ability to put it in, we’ve got the larger population that can use it and access it without kids having to jump on their bike and ride to Dampier, which isn’t practical for a lot of kids, and just get on with it.” In response, deputy mayor Daiva Gillam said proper planning was needed to get the best desired outcome. “We need to go back and define, measure and analyse first, before revisiting the old feasibility plan, and then probably put it in the bin and start again,” she said. “I’m down for water slides, I just think it needs to be done properly so that we get the outcome that we’re actually seeking so that it’s delivering value to the community.” Administration supported Cr Muller’s amendment, stating that the feasibility study’s scope will be broadened to include a city-wide site assessment and any proposed projects supported by council will be included in the community infrastructure plan and long-term financial plan. Source link #City #Karratha #water #park #feasibility #study Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Crystal of Atlan has launched worldwide on iOS and Android Crystal of Atlan has launched worldwide on iOS and Android Crystal of Atlan is out now on iOS and Android You can now claim your pre-registration rewards New events also kick off alongside launch The wait is over. Crystal of Atlan, the free-to-play MMO action RPG with a magicpunk twist, is now live on iOS, Android, PC, and PlayStation 5. Featuring fast-paced combat, combo-heavy class builds, and an ever-expanding world, the launch also kicks off a wave of events and exclusive rewards for early adventurers. If you pre-registered, you can now claim the Legend Returns Outfit, and the 7-Day Login Giveaway is packed with high-value gear, including a Shining Crystafox and a +12 Lv.60 Equipment Voucher. For fans of customisation and combat style, Crystal of Atlan launches with 11 unlockable classes, no gacha required. To mark the occasion, the developers are turning up the heat with #COMBO TO THE PEAK, a PvP showdown featuring top creators like Sodapoppin and ExtraEmily. This event kicks off May 29th, offering fast-paced battles and a shot at a $20,000 prize pool. Also on May 29th, esports titans Team Liquid will hit the Dungeons and PvP Arena in livestream challenges, with more action set for June 9th. If you’re just spectating, there’s still loot on the table. Twitch Drops are live until June 17th, rewarding viewers with items like Prismadium, Gold, exclusive titles, and more just for watching sponsored streams. You can also join The Light of Atlan Creator Program or dive into the official Crystal of Atlan Wiki from Fextralife for build strategies and dungeon tips. Get a head start on your journey by checking out our Crystal of Atlan preview and redeeming these codes! To top it off, Crystal of Atlan will also take the spotlight at the Summer Game Fest Live Showcase on June 6th, where the team will reveal the first major post-launch update. Download Crystal of Atlan now by clicking on your preferred link below. It is free-to-play with in-app purchases. Visit the official website for more information. Source link #Crystal #Atlan #launched #worldwide #iOS #Android Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

California avocado growers say ******** imports have helped their sales California avocado growers say ******** imports have helped their sales SOMIS, Calif. (AP) — Andreas Tompros lost his home and at least a third of his avocado orchard to a wildfire last year, but the 47-year-old grower is not worried about his farm making a comeback. While California farmers often rattle off a list of challenges they face including high labor costs, water restrictions and overseas competition, many avocado growers say they have a good thing going. A key reason may come as a surprise to some — ******** imports. When the United States lifted its ban on ******** avocados in 1997, California growers worried at first that the imported fruit would displace their production. But the steady flow of avocados has wound up helping, not hurting, their sales by allowing for a year-round supply to markets and restaurants that has fomented demand, farmers say. Before the influx, most American consumers considered avocados to be specialty items — and when they came into season in California, industry officials had to work to rev up widespread interest in order to sell them. But not anymore. Avocado consumption has been booming in the United States over the past two decades. The amount of fruit available per person tripled to more than 8 pounds (3.6 kilograms) between 2000 and 2021, federal statistics show. Avocado toast and guacamole are regular offerings not just in culinary hubs like NYC but at cafes around the Midwest and the South. Avocados are in demand On a steep, sun-soaked hillside northwest of Los Angeles, Tompros is replanting nearly 300 avocado trees with the belief that Americans’ hunger for the fruit — and his orchard — will continue to grow. “It will come back, and I believe it will become better than it was,” Tompros, who previously ran a software company in Hollywood, said of the orchard he took over five years ago in the tiny community of Somis. Avocado demand has also been buoyed by consumers’ growing interest in healthy fats, said Emiliano Escobedo, executive director of the Hass Avocado Board. A 2000 U.S. law created the board that collected 2.5 cents for every pound (0.5 kilograms) of avocados imported or produced in the United States. The board used the money to market avocados and conduct nutritional research, an effort that has been widely credited with making the fruit ubiquitous in supermarkets and on restaurant menus. “It’s been really wildly successful. It generates way more money than most of these other industry boards do,” said Richard Sexton, distinguished professor of agricultural and resource economics at the University of California, Davis. “When you look at the growth rate in avocado consumption relative to all fruits, the difference in growth rate is dramatic.” A successful crop Escobedo said about 60% of U.S. households currently buy avocados, and about half of these are responsible for the overwhelming majority of consumption, which means there’s still room for the market to grow — especially in the Northeast, where the fruit is less common. “There is a lot of opportunity for certain groups of people to increase their purchasing of avocados,” Escobedo said. While the Trump administration has threatened tariffs on a spate of ******** goods, avocados have so far been spared. California growers said they want ******** avocados to keep flowing into the country, though they also want robust U.S. inspections of the imports to keep out pests to protect their crop. “If you are going to farm in California, avocados are about the best deal right now,” said Ken Melban, president of the California Avocado Commission. California farmers grow about 10% of the avocados eaten in the United States, Melban said, and account for nearly all of the country’s domestic avocado production. The fruit is largely grown in California from April through September, and ******** imports arrive year-round to meet nationwide demand, which exceeds what the state’s farmers grow, he said. In Southern California’s Ventura County, many growers have shifted to avocados since lemon prices were walloped by cheaper imports from Argentina. As recently planted trees start bearing fruit in a few years, the region’s avocado production is likely to rise, said Korinne Bell, agricultural commissioner for the county northwest of Los Angeles. A booming market, despite wildfires Avocado trees do not come without risks in a region prone to wildfires. Still, demand for the trees has jumped due to interest from lemon growers — and since the November 2024 fire charred Ventura County avocado orchards, said Rob Brokaw, whose family-owned nursery has supplied avocado trees to California growers for 70 years. “Right now we are sold out essentially for this year,” Brokaw said. “And we’re mostly sold out for 2026.” Tompros debated whether to plant the more fire-resistant lemon trees or another crop after the fire ripped through Somis, but he decided to replant due to the soaring demand for Super Bowl guacamole and avocado toast. “It’s the super food, and it’s still growing in popularity,” Tompros said. He’s taking precautions to not plant the trees too close to what will eventually be his rebuilt home, because the dried-out leaves that help nourish the orchard’s soil can also fuel blazes. It may take a few years, but Tompros hopes it won’t be too long before his newly planted trees bear fruit that he can sell to a local packinghouse or in seasonal gift boxes with citrus and passionfruit that he ships directly to customers. Source link #California #avocado #growers #******** #imports #helped #sales Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Civilization VI will release a major update on Android bringing over all missing content Civilization VI will release a major update on Android bringing over all missing content The latest update will release on June 12th Three new units, four maps, new game modes, and more Two new passes will also be available Aspyr is finally bringing Android users up to speed with the rest of the Civilization VI world. On June 12th, the Android version of Sid Meier’s Civilization VI will receive a major update that adds long-missing features, maps, and content, putting it on par with every other platform. Alongside the update, two major expansions will also be available for purchase on Android for the first time. To kick things off, the update introduces three new units. Trebuchets now fill the gap between Catapults and Bombards, Man-at-Arms give your melee line a stronger Medieval-era presence, and Line Infantry bridge the transition from Musketmen to late-game Infantry. These additions help fill progression gaps, giving you better tactical options at every stage. You’ll also be able to explore four new maps, including a large-scale Mediterranean and a massive Earth map, each with variants that place your civilisation in its historical capital. For fans of alternative rule sets, the Tech and Civic Shuffle and Barbarian Clans modes are making their way to Android as well. These introduce some much-needed unpredictability. The update further introduces long-requested features like Natural Wonder and City-State Pickers, letting you customise your world generation, along with the Leader Selection Pool and new leader Julius Caesar. Plus, over 50 bugs will be fixed, and multiplayer performance gets a solid boost. Looking for something similar? Here’s a list of the best turn-based games to play on mobile right now! Starting June 12th, Android users can expand their campaigns even more. The New Frontier Pass ($29.99) adds eight civilisations, nine leaders, and six fresh game modes. And finally, the Leader Pass ($19.99) introduces 12 new leaders, plus alternate takes on some fan-favourite rulers. Download Civilization VI on the Play Store by clicking on your preferred link below. Visit the official website for more information. Source link #Civilization #release #major #update #Android #bringing #missing #content Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Child confirmed to have measles, exposure warning at Aurora locations – 9News Child confirmed to have measles, exposure warning at Aurora locations – 9News Child confirmed to have measles, exposure warning at Aurora locations 9NewsPossible measles exposures at Children’s Hospital Colorado, 3 Aurora stores after state’s 6th case confirmed The Denver PostArapahoe County toddler infected with measles after recent international travel KDVRMeasles in Colorado: Child who visited Children’s ER, several retail locations in Aurora is hospitalized The Colorado SunUnvaccinated Arapahoe County toddler becomes Colorado’s sixth measles case of 2025 Denver7 Source link #Child #confirmed #measles #exposure #warning #Aurora #locations #9News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Aust diplomat’s husband walks after spitting on woman Aust diplomat’s husband walks after spitting on woman A New Zealand court has discharged the husband of an *********** diplomat without convicting him, months after the man pleaded guilty to assault for drunkenly spitting on a teenager during a street altercation on the night of a rugby match in Wellington. The man was granted permanent name suppression. Judge Paul Mabey, presiding at the Wellington District Court, said he didn’t accept the man’s arguments that the potential harms to him justified the discharge, but the magistrate agreed that his wife’s diplomatic career could be curbed by an assault conviction and the publication of his name. The man could be barred from travel abroad to her future postings, the judge said on Thursday, and the family could be split up if the *********** High Commission decided he could not remain in New Zealand to preserve the bilateral relations between the countries. The charges arose after an episode last September after the man attended a rugby match between New Zealand and Australia in the capital. He was drunk when he arrived at Wellington’s main nightlife area, where he approached a group of teenagers and became aggressive when they didn’t want to engage with him, the judge said. A member of the group punched the man, who responded by spitting on a young woman. He was arrested by police officers who happened to be passing. The case has provoked widespread news coverage in New Zealand and Australia along with mobile phone footage of the man’s arrest, in which he verbally abused a police officer and claimed he had diplomatic immunity. He had such immunity, conferred by protocol to the partners of senior envoys to New Zealand, which he later waived voluntarily. He pleaded guilty to New Zealand’s lowest level of assault charge in January. It is punishable by up to six months in jail and a fine of up to $NZ4000 ($A3700). “For the avoidance of any doubt at all, he is not here to be sentenced for abusing the police or rashly claiming diplomatic immunity,” Judge Mabey said. “He was right to say he had that immunity,” the judge added. “He was completely stupid to say it at all.” But the magistrate said he would discharge the man because of his wife’s suggestion that the *********** diplomatic service would be unable to ignore the husband’s conviction and the widely-distributed mobile phone video of his arrest when considering her future. “If I were not to suppress his name, his offending would be inextricably linked to his wife and she would suffer considerably,” the judge said. He rejected a bid by the man’s lawyer to suppress the country his wife represented in New Zealand. Source link #Aust #diplomats #husband #walks #spitting #woman Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Marc Marquez’s MotoGP comeback from ‘nightmare’ to title contender Marc Marquez’s MotoGP comeback from ‘nightmare’ to title contender Some fans are hailing Marquez’s return to title-contending form as a comeback for the ages. It is not hard to see why. Since winning his most recent MotoGP title in 2019, Marquez has suffered a string of injuries. He broke his arm at the start of the 2020 season, which over the course of two years required four operations. In 2021 a motocross ****** resulted in severe concussion. The following year, double vision meant he had to miss many races, and in 2023 he broke his ankle, ribs and fingers. For him, his comeback is complete – regardless of whether he wins the title. “The most difficult challenge of my career… I have already achieved that – coming back from a lot of injuries. I broke many, many things just trying to improve my skills,” he said. After a solid 2024, when he claimed three feature race wins and two pole positions, he joined the factory Ducati team on a two-year contract. “The first goal was to rebuild my confidence,” he said. “And rebuild the confidence means step by step to try to put in targets that you can achieve. “You cannot arrive at a victory straight away. First of all you need to understand the bike, then try to finish in the top five, then a podium and then step by step fight for a victory.” Source link #Marc #Marquezs #MotoGP #comeback #nightmare #title #contender Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ray and Jennie Kehlet: Brother speaks of his ‘anguish and torment’ on 10 year anniversary of their deaths Ray and Jennie Kehlet: Brother speaks of his ‘anguish and torment’ on 10 year anniversary of their deaths A decade ago Ray and Jennie Kehlet set off from their farm with their dog Ella on a prospecting trip. They never returned. Ray’s brother Dave reveals his ongoing ‘anguish and torment’. Source link #Ray #Jennie #Kehlet #Brother #speaks #anguish #torment #year #anniversary #deaths Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

East Timor to deport an ex-********* congressman accused of masterminding a governor’s ******* East Timor to deport an ex-********* congressman accused of masterminding a governor’s ******* DILI, East Timor (AP) — East Timor said Thursday it would deport a former ********* congressman charged with multiple murders in the Philippines and added that he was a national security threat whose presence could damage the country’s image ahead of its entry to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Ex-Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. was arrested in East Timor’s capital of Dili on Wednesday by immigration authorities and would immediately be deported to the Philippines for staying without a visa and after his passport was cancelled by Manila’s Department of Foreign Affairs, the East Timor government said in a statement. East Timor did not immediately specify a date for the deportation of Teves, who has been staying in Dili for more than two years as he tried to seek asylum, straining relations between the two Southeast Asian democracies. The Philippines has been calling on East Timor to repatriate Teves to face trial. The Department of Justice in Manila on Thursday welcomed East Timor’s decision and said it has designated a team of justice and immigration officials to help repatriate Teves. East Timor said in a statement that Teves’ presence in the country was “unacceptable” and his stay for more than two years “poses a disruptive factor in bilateral relations between the two states and establishes a serious precedent with potential implications for internal security.” “The perception that Timor-Leste might be viewed as a refuge for individuals fleeing international justice undermines the integrity of our borders and our shared efforts to combat transnational crime,” East Timor said, using the country’s formal name. “The imminent full accession of Timor-Leste to ASEAN, scheduled for October this year, further reinforces the responsibility of the Timorese state to actively collaborate with its regional partners in upholding justice, legality, and stability in the region,” according to East Timor. East Timor President José Ramos-Horta told The Associated Press in an interview in Dili in September that there was “no possibility, under the law” that Teves would be able to remain in East Timor and that he would likely be sent back to the Philippines after his appeal to gain asylum had been exhausted. Teves has been sought by the Philippine government in connection with the March 2023 killings of Negros Oriental Gov. Roel Degamo and several other people, including impoverished villagers seeking medical aid from him, by men in military camouflage and body armor who barged into his central Philippine home with assault rifles. At least 17 others were wounded in the brazen attack, which was captured on security cameras. Teves has denied involvement in the killings, which President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who was backed by Degamo, then called “purely political.” East Timor, Asia’s youngest country, is in the process of joining the Philippines and nine other countries in the ASEAN, a regional grouping which espouses the rule of law and good governance. It currently has observer status in the regional bloc. Teves’ initial request to seek asylum in East Timor was rejected, a decision which he appealed. In March 2024, police arrested Teves while he was playing at a golf driving range in Dili and it’s not immediately clear how he managed to regain liberty before bring put into custody by immigration authorities on Wednesday. __ Associated Press writers Edna Tarigan in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Jim Gomez in Manila, Philippines, contributed to this report. Source link #East #Timor #deport #exFilipino #congressman #accused #masterminding #governors #******* Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Nvidia’s Business Is Booming Despite Being Shut Out of China – WSJ Nvidia’s Business Is Booming Despite Being Shut Out of China – WSJ Nvidia’s Business Is Booming Despite Being Shut Out of China WSJNvidia CEO Jensen Huang hammers chip controls that ‘effectively closed’ China market CNBCNvidia CEO Warns That ******** AI Rivals Are Now ‘Formidable’ Bloomberg.comNvidia CEO Jensen Huang touts US manufacturing plans, warns China export controls threaten US chip lead Yahoo FinanceNvidia Takes $4.5B Inventory Charge Due to Chip Trade Policy PYMNTS.com Source link #Nvidias #Business #Booming #Shut #China #WSJ Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Get New Lord Of The Rings 4K Steelbook Editions For Only $28 Each Get New Lord Of The Rings 4K Steelbook Editions For Only $28 Each The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 4K Steelbook Edition released this week alongside a reprint of Fellowship of the Ring’s matching edition. Fellowship was a Walmart exclusive when it first launched earlier this year, and it had appeared like The Two Towers would continue that trend. But that turned out not to be the case, and now both collectible editions are up for grabs for $28 each at Amazon and Walmart. We wouldn’t be surprised to see both movies sell out soon at Amazon, especially since there’s a 20% discount at the moment. These standalone releases cost considerably less than the previously released LOTR Trilogy Steelbook Collection. But to be clear, the steelbook designs and artwork are pulled from that box set, so there’s really no need to buy these if you already own the collection. But for fans who don’t have the box set, now’s your chance to get two LOTR 4K Blu-rays with gorgeous steelbook cases (and digital copies) for $56 total. $28 (was $35) | Available Now The Fellowship of the Ring’s standalone Steelbook Edition originally released on January 7 as a Walmart exclusive. The retailer sold out of copies multiple times in the weeks before and after launch, so it’s nice that fans who missed out can still buy it alongside The Two Towers. Unlike The Lord of the Rings Trilogy 4K Blu-ray sets, the standalone release of Fellowship of the Ring also includes the digital version of the first film in the trilogy. You’ll get the theatrical and extended versions of the movie in both formats. If you haven’t watched the extended editions–all three films have one–they are definitely worth the time investment. The extended cut adds 30 minutes to the overall runtime and is spread across two discs. Theatrical Edition (Disc 1) – 178 minutes (2 hours and 58 minutes) Extended Edition (Discs 2-3) – 208 minutes (3 hours and 28 minutes) $28 (was $35) | Available Now Once again, The Two Towers Limited Edition Steelbook is the same as the one that comes with the The Lord of the Rings Trilogy Steelbook Box Set. But just like with The Fellowship of the Ring, you’ll get 4K Blu-ray and digital versions of The Two Towers. The 4K Steelbook Edition comes with the theatrical and extended cuts of The Two Towers on three discs. The extended cut adds 44 minutes to the film and is split across two discs. Theatrical Edition – 179 minutes (2 hours and 59 minutes) Extended Edition – 223 minutes (3 hours and 43 minutes) It seems like only a matter of time before The Return of the King gets a standalone release in Limited Edition Steelbook format. If you haven’t watched The Lord of the Rings on 4K Blu-ray, all three films (and The Hobbit Trilogy) look and sound beautiful. Along with upscaled 4K visuals, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, and The Return of the King support Dolby Vision and HDR10 on compatible displays. The audio experience can be enhanced with Dolby Atmos or Dolby TrueHD 7.1 surround sound. These are the only standalone 4K Blu-ray editions of The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers in North America. Jackson’s Tolkien adaptations are almost exclusively printed as trilogy box sets on 4K Blu-ray and/or Blu-ray. Although the new Steelbook Editions offer a budget-friendly way to get collectible versions of Peter Jackson’s excellent adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy classic, there are still cheaper ways to buy the films on 4K. Here’s a quick look at 4K Blu-ray releases of Jackson’s six Middle-earth movies. You can also get the recently released Lord of the Rings anime on 4K Blu-ray for $20 at Walmart. Peter Jackson’s Tolkien Adaptations in 4K You can take a closer look at The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Steelbook Trilogy Collections below. $180 The Lord of the Rings Trilogy Steelbook Box Set received a reprint in March, but it’s no longer available directly from major retailers. That said, you can buy it from third-party resellers for right around retail price. Compared to the standalone releases, the box set generally feels a pricey these days, especially since you miss out on digital versions of the film. It does, however, come with a nice steelbook slipcase for all three films. That said, if The Return of the King gets a standalone Limited Edition Steelbook release, you’ll probably be able to snag steelbooks for all three films for under $100. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy’s standard 4K Blu-ray box set is available for $67.80 at Amazon–more than $100 cheaper than this steelbook set. $170 Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit Trilogy also has a Limited Edition Steelbook box set. Unsurprisingly, The Hobbit Trilogy has never been as popular as LOTR, so this one typically isn’t as difficult to find in stock for around retail price. But if you want to get steelbook editions of all six of Peter Jackson’s Middle-earth films, you can grab this box set for $170 from Amazon. It’s unclear if The Hobbit films will ever receive standalone steelbook releases. For now, the only way to get a 4K edition of any of the three Hobbit films with a steelbook case is to pick up the box set. Like The Lord of the Rings Trilogy Steelbook, this set only comes with 4K Blu-ray editions of each film, but you will get the theatrical and extended cuts of each. It is worth emphasizing that The Hobbit Trilogy’s standard 4K Blu-ray box set is substantially cheaper than this set. Right now, you can get The Hobbit Trilogy for $43 at Amazon. The Lord of the Rings Collectible Books & Box Sets The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Edition | The Collected Poems of J.R.R. Tolkien Lord of the Rings fans who are interested in adding collectible editions of Tolkien’s original novels to their shelves can save big on arguably the best-looking edition of The Lord of the Rings at Amazon. The Lord of the Rings: Deluxe Illustrated Edition is on ***** for $146 at Amazon, which is the best price we’ve seen and a savings of $179. Published last October with a staggering $325 price tag, this expanded edition of the beloved 1992 three-volume collection includes stunning hardcover editions of each part of LOTR accompanied by dozens of drawings and paintings by Alan Lee. More than 50 of the illustrations are new to the remastered edition. Quarterbound leather and cloth board bindings make these editions feel and look quite beautiful. The covers have original artwork by Lee in the center, and all of the symbols and lettering on the front and spines are foil-stamped in silver. Each book has sprayed top and bottom edges as well as illustrated side edges. Those illustrations match Lee’s Mount Doom artwork found on the interior walls of the custom-designed cloth board slipcase. This handsome box set also comes with three art cards and two foldout maps created by Christopher Tolkien. The Lord of the Rings Collector’s Editions (2024) Alternatively, the more budget-friendly Lord of the Rings Collector’s Edition Hardcover Box Set is on ***** for $49.45 at Amazon. All three volumes of The Lord of the Rings have foil-stamped cover art, stained edges, ribbon bookmarks, and maps on the inside of these elegantly bound hardcovers. You can also save big on each of the three volumes on their own as well as matching Collector’s Editions of The Hobbit and The Silmarillion. Fans can also get substantial discounts on the 2024 History of Middle-earth Hardcover Box Sets. With 15 books in total–including The Silmarillion–these four gorgeous collections compile the entirety of Tolkien’s legendarium, which the author’s son, Christopher Tolkien, edited and expanded to create the lengthy series now known as The History of Middle-earth. William Morrow is continuing this box set project in June with Tolkien Myths and Legends, a four-book box set featuring two Tolkien works inspired by English literature and two books that Tolkien personally translated. In August, the sixth collection in the series, The Great Tales of Middle-earth, will be published. This set comes with Tolkien’s final three posthumously published Middle-earth novels: The Children of Húrin (2007), Beren and Lúthien (2017), and The Fall of Gondolin (2018). Source link #Lord #Rings #Steelbook #Editions Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Thermomix cops $70k fine after making ‘misleading’ NDIS approval claims Thermomix cops $70k fine after making ‘misleading’ NDIS approval claims The company behind all-in-one blender Thermomix has copped a $79,000 fine for allegedly claiming its products were endorsed by the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Vorwerk is the second company in a week to be hit with infringement notices from the consumer watchdog, alleging Thermomix falsely promoted its TM6 cooking product and Kobold cordless vacuum and mop as being endorsed through the NDIS or registered by an entity administering the NDIS. This included allegedly describing the products as “NDIS approved”, “NDIS-registered product”, “NDIS-consumables”, “NDIS assistive technology” and “NDIS equipment’”. *********** Competition and Consumer Commission chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb said the NDIS did not provide specific approval for any particular goods or services. “Each NDIS participant has unique needs, and what’s funded under their plan is determined individually, not through a list of approved products,” she said. “There are no categories of goods or services which are automatically NDIS approved or funded for all NDIS participants.” Ms Cass-Gottlieb warned it would not hesitate to take appropriate action against companies that misled consumers experiencing vulnerability or disadvantage. Thermomix has been contacted for comment. The ACCC last November put businesses on notice of its focus on problematic advertising practices targeting NDIS participants. Since then, it has taken compliance and enforcement action against a number of businesses. WA bedding and mattress retailer Bedshed was last week slapped with a $40,000 fine for allegedly making similar false statements its mattresses, furniture and bedding accessories were “NDIS approved” or “NDIS permitted”. Source link #Thermomix #cops #70k #fine #making #misleading #NDIS #approval #claims Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

US suspends engine sales to ******** planemaker COMAC, New York Times reports US suspends engine sales to ******** planemaker COMAC, New York Times reports WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States has suspended some sales to China of critical U.S. technologies, including those related to jet engines to ******** state-owned aerospace manufacturer COMAC, the New York Times reported on Wednesday. COMAC is developing its own commercial planes to compete with dominant planemakers Airbus and Boeing, but China does not yet have suitable homegrown engines and remains reliant on imports. Citing two people familiar with the matter, the New York Times said the move was in response to China’s recent restriction on exports of critical minerals to the U.S. The newspaper said the department had suspended some licenses that allowed U.S. firms to sell products and technology to COMAC to develop its C919 aircraft, according to one person familiar with the matter. The U.S. Commerce Department told Reuters in a statement that it was reviewing exports of strategic significance to China. “In some cases, Commerce has suspended existing export licenses or imposed additional license requirements while the review is pending,” it said. Aviation equipment is among the sectors affected, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters. COMAC did not immediately respond to a request for comment. A spokesperson for the ******** Embassy in Washington told Reuters: “China firmly opposes the US’s overstretching the concept of national security, abusing export controls, and maliciously blocking and suppressing China.” COMAC’s single-aisle C919 plane is made in China but many of its components come from overseas, including its LEAP-1C engine made by a joint venture between GE Aerospace and France’s Safran. GE Aerospace did not offer an immediate comment. The C919 – designed to compete with best-selling narrow-body models from Airbus and Boeing – entered service in China in 2023 after winning domestic safety certification in 2022. Eighteen C919s are currently in operation, according to aviation intelligence provider ch-aviation, and they fly only within mainland China and Hong Kong. GE was first granted a license to sell the C919’s LEAP engines to COMAC in 2014. Early in 2020, the United States weighed whether to deny GE’s latest license request for the engine, but President Donald Trump’s first administration granted it. “I want China to buy our jet engines, the best in the World,” Trump said in February that year. “I want to make it EASY to do business with the United States, not difficult.” (Reporting by Jasper Ward, Karen Freifeld, David Shepardson, Lisa Barrington, Sophie Yu; Editing by Cynthia Osterman and Jamie Freed) Source link #suspends #engine #sales #******** #planemaker #COMAC #York #Times #reports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Thunder vs. Timberwolves: OKC overwhelms outmatched Minnesota in Game 5 win, secures spot in NBA Finals – Yahoo Sports Thunder vs. Timberwolves: OKC overwhelms outmatched Minnesota in Game 5 win, secures spot in NBA Finals – Yahoo Sports Thunder vs. Timberwolves: OKC overwhelms outmatched Minnesota in Game 5 win, secures spot in NBA Finals Yahoo SportsThunder headed to NBA Finals after beating Timberwolves in Game 5 KOCOThunder steamroll into first NBA Finals since ’12 ESPN3 best NBA player props, Thunder vs. Timberwolves odds for Game 5: Use Julius Randle in 2025 Playoff picks CBS SportsJalen Williams Is Becoming Exactly What the Thunder Needed The Ringer Source link #Thunder #Timberwolves #OKC #overwhelms #outmatched #Minnesota #Game #win #secures #spot #NBA #Finals #Yahoo #Sports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Alpine Australia puts its hand up for 1000hp V6 hybrid Ferrari rival Alpine Australia puts its hand up for 1000hp V6 hybrid Ferrari rival The French brand’s renaissance will include a V6 hybrid-powered supercar flagship – and its *********** arm has put its hand up for it. Source link #Alpine #Australia #puts #hand #1000hp #hybrid #Ferrari #rival Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Toyota recalls over 440,000 vehicles. See impacted models. Toyota recalls over 440,000 vehicles. See impacted models. More than 400,000 Toyota cars are being recalled due to light failures that could impact visibility. According to a notice first reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on May 19, the recall covers 443,444 cars with model years 2022 through 2025. The reverse lights on affected cars may fail over time due to moisture entering the light assemblies. If both lights fail, it may reduce visibility for the driver when backing up and fail to notify pedestrians and other vehicles that the car is reversing, increasing ****** risk. Here’s what to know. Which Toyota cars are being recalled? 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra Hybrid What to do if you have a recalled car Anyone who owns the models mentioned in the recall can take their vehicles to a Toyota dealer to have repairs done for free. Reverse light assemblies and wire harnesses will be repaired or replaced as needed. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 30, 2025. Owners can also contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331 with recall numbers 24TB06 and 24TA06. Check to see if your car is recalled Car owners looking to check the status of their vehicles, car parts or car accessories can enter their information into the NHTSA recall database or check USA TODAY’s recall database for car and motor vehicle recalls. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Toyota Tundra recall: Over 440,000 trucks recalled for light issue Source link #Toyota #recalls #vehicles #impacted #models Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

U.S. Will ‘Aggressively’ Revoke Visas of ******** Students, Rubio Says – The New York Times U.S. Will ‘Aggressively’ Revoke Visas of ******** Students, Rubio Says – The New York Times U.S. Will ‘Aggressively’ Revoke Visas of ******** Students, Rubio Says The New York TimesNew Visa Policies Put America First, Not China U.S. Department of State (.gov)Trump administration to ‘aggressively’ revoke visas of ******** students BBCSecretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will begin revoking the visas of ******** students AP NewsDHS Will Move To Revoke ******** Student Visas, Putting More Than 1,000 Harvard Students at Risk The Harvard Crimson Source link #U.S #Aggressively #Revoke #Visas #******** #Students #Rubio #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Young Hill Farms implements subterranean drain network in order to futureproof against waterlogging events Young Hill Farms implements subterranean drain network in order to futureproof against waterlogging events An Esperance grain farmer is implementing a new drainage system to reduce the impact of waterlogging events, an “old technology” he believes will significantly increase his cropping potential. Matt Hill farms more than 15,000 hectares alongside his brother-in-law Mick Young and their wives Jodi Young and Angela Hill in the Esperance sandplain — an area spanning 150km west and 100km east of the coastal town, characterized by light, sandy soils. Beef and sheep production is dominant in the region but cropping is starting to increase due to the rising challenges of farming livestock in the current economic environment. Young Hill Farms had a “lucky” start to the 2025 season, with early rains setting the farmers up for a positive harvest. “In early April we got very good rains — anywhere between 30 and 50 millimetres across our properties — which was just perfect to start seeding,” Mr Hill said. “It’s been warm and dry since then, but there’s enough moisture in the soil that our crops are still germinating. “Half the trick is getting it out of the ground and I think we’ve just about achieved that.” Esperance experienced more than 60mm of rainfall since Friday, with several more anticipated before the end of the month. The latest climate outlook from the Bureau of Meterology is forecasting rainfall in the month of June to be below average for parts of south-west Australia, with warmer than average days and nights expected. “All I can tell you is there’s airseeders going everywhere,” he said. “The lights at night time are all over the countryside, so I think everybody is working hard to try and get their seed in on some moisture while they can.” This year, the farmers have put in roughly 6700ha of canola, 6700ha of wheat and 1500ha of barley. Mr Hill said while nothing new was being done on the farm in terms of cropping, extensive work continued on their subterranean drain network to prevent waterlogging, a common issue in areas characterised by sandy, flat plains. This technology, costing $1500 to $2000 per hectare, has been implemented on 200 hectares so far over the last two years. Mr Hill said his determination to pursue sub soil drainage options was born off the back of the last waterlogging event the farm experienced in 2023. “I’m actually sitting in a paddock now that two years ago was under water for four months,” he said. “We’ve got a 2500ha block on the sand plain and we probably suffered a 50 per cent loss of canola due to waterlogging. “It’s a huge dent. Very significant.” Waterlogging events are expected once in every five years in the area, with a significant waterlogging event — where more than 800mm will fall across the year — expected every 10 years. Water accumulates in these regions, rising to the surface and drowning, and thus killing, crop. The drainage involves burying agricultural pipe 700mm below the surface, enabling water to seep away from the flat plains towards an open surface drain which can be utilised elsewhere on the farm. “The Americans capture a lot of it and use it for irrigation,” Mr Hill said. “It’s not happening here now, but it might be something that happens in the future.” Mr Hill said he, alongside several other farmers in the area, were in the “trial-and-error” phase of the new system but believed it would pay off financially in the long-term. “There’s a bit of a movement in Esperance in the last five years to give this tile drainage a go,” he said. “It’s quite expensive — that’s probably why it hasn’t taken off previously. “If it does proves itself as a viable option, and I think it will, then I think that the uptake will be be very rapid.” Mr Hill said he would continue to drop 50 to 100ha of drain piping per year until he was “comfortable” with the level of risk. He said if he could effectively stop waterlogging from occurring, or occurring as frequently, then the cropping potential would be “quite large”. Source link #Young #Hill #Farms #implements #subterranean #drain #network #order #futureproof #waterlogging #events Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ancient DNA reveals a new group of people who lived near land bridge between the Americas Ancient DNA reveals a new group of people who lived near land bridge between the Americas NEW YORK (AP) — Scientists have identified a new pod of ancient hunter-gatherers who lived near the land bridge between North America and South America about 6,000 years ago. Researchers are still charting how human populations spread across the Americas thousands of years ago, arriving first in North America before veering south. Groups that split off developed their own collection of genes that scientists can use to piece together the human family tree. Discovered through ancient DNA, the group lived in the high plateaus of present-day Bogotá, Colombia — close to where the Americas meet. Scientists aren’t sure exactly where they fall in the family tree because they’re not closely related to ancient Native Americans in North America and also not linked to ancient or present-day South Americans. The new study was published Wednesday in the journal Science Advances. “Up to this point, we didn’t believe there was any other lineage that would appear in South America,” said archaeologist Andre Luiz Campelo dos Santos with Florida Atlantic University who was not involved with the new research. “This is unexpected.” Just 4,000 years later, these ancient humans were gone and a genetically-different human clan inhabited the area. Scientists aren’t sure exactly what happened to make them fade away — whether they mixed into a new, ******* group or were pushed out entirely. Analyzing more genes in South America will help confirm if this new group truly did disappear or if there could be evidence of their descendants elsewhere, said Campelo dos Santos. Studying these ancient Colombian genes are important to piecing together the history of the Americas since ancient people had to cross this land bridge to settle in and spread across South America. The area is “the gateway to the South American continent,” said study author Andrea Casas-Vargas with the National University of Colombia. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science and Educational Media Group and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content. Source link #Ancient #DNA #reveals #group #people #lived #land #bridge #Americas Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]