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R Kelly has been taken off suicide watch, something he had been suing the prison about, after being sentenced to 30 years for sex trafficking. The singer, 55, was removed from suicide watch after previously claiming that the protective treatment was a form of ‘cruel and unusual punishment’ as he denied being suicidal. Prosecutors had initially said that the measure was put in place for Kelly’s ‘own safety’ after a psychological examination, but attorneys for the US government said in new filings that it was no longer required. The filings stated, via PA: ‘Following a clinical assessment, plaintiff Robert Sylvester Kelly, also known as “R. Kelly,” was removed from suicide watch as of this morning, July 5, 2022. ‘Because plaintiff has already been removed from suicide watch, there is nothing more that the court can do for him.’ The I Believe I Can Fly singer is due to return to court on August 15 to stand trial on charges related to possession of child pornography … [Read more...] about R Kelly taken off suicide watch after suing prison following 30 year sentence for sex trafficking

At the age of 38, Tony Blair was still toiling away as a shadow minister in the Labour Party. It took a decade-long career as Prime Minister and another fifteen years working to improve living standards in developing nations for Mr Blair to finally secure a knighthood at the age of 68 in January. But his son Euan, 38, has been awarded his first honour just six years after setting up a business dedicated to supplying apprentices to tech companies. Mr Blair has been awarded an MBE for services to education as founder and chief executive of Multiverse . He has been recognised alongside a string of high-profile business figures including AstraZeneca chief executive Pascal Soriot , British entrepreneur Ron Kalifa and broadcasting executive Jane Turton. Mr Blair said: “It’s a real honour to receive this recognition, but it’s on behalf of an organisation full of people who are working tirelessly to build a truly outstanding alternative to university. “Multiverse’s growth is … [Read more...] about Euan Blair awarded honour – 30 years sooner than his father

A miracle pill which is claimed to cure hangovers has been launched in the UK, helping Brits get back on their feet after a night out. Experts say the new pill, which is taken before you drink, stops the body absorbing alcohol, protecting you from a hangover for the next 12 hours. Called Myrkl, it’s a mix of probiotics and made from the human body’s own natural bacteria. Grimsby Live reported . Combined with amino acid, L-Cysteine and Vitamin B12 the trio work together to help breakdown alcohol’s toxic by-products into carbon dioxide and water. Researchers have demonstrated that people who drank two glasses of wine after taking the pill, which costs £1, had on average 50 per cent less alcohol in their blood after 30 minutes. After an hour this rose to 70 per cent. Myrkl, the miracle hangover pill that was developed by Swedish medical company De Faire Medical. ( Image: Myrkl) The pill took three decades to develop by Swedish medical company De Faire … [Read more...] about New £1 pill ‘that prevents hangovers’ launches in UK after 30 years of research

This story was originally published in Newsroom.co.nz and is republished with permission. Poison drops over a million hectares are planned to counter a 'mega mast' predicted to spark a plague of predators in native forests. David Williams reports. When I last visited a forest frequented by orange-fronted parakeet/kākāriki karaka, there was quiet optimism. In 2009, I accompanied Department of Conservation (DOC) ranger Sandy Yong to Canterbury's Hawdon Valley, near Arthur's Pass, while she checked rat tracking tunnels and traps. READ MORE: P redator control project lasting legacy of conservation pioneers The weapon to wipe out wasps: The story of Vespex | Wasp Wipeout Back then, kākāriki numbers were estimated to be between 200 and 400 birds in three valleys - the Hawdon and Poulter in Arthur's Pass National Park, and the south branch of the Hurunui River. Yong thought the bird numbers were slowly growing. But she was concerned about a predator population … [Read more...] about $30.5 million hit planned for ‘mega mast’

Matt Tebbutt says that tomatoes shouldn’t be kept in the fridge This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A simple trick with foil can keep your lettuce fresh, saving you cash, according to a content creature. Armen Adamjan is the man behind Creative Explained. He creates " how-to " videos with hacks , tips and tricks on his social media accounts. Armen is somewhat of a plant expert, as well as a recycling guru. Related articles Tip to keep veg and lettuce fresh - 'smartest decision I've ever made' How to keep … [Read more...] about ‘No more mushy lettuce’: Foil hack to keep it fresh in the fridge for up to 30 days

Liam Gallagher was paid half a million pounds to perform at a private 50th birthday party for just half an hour. The former Oasis frontman reportedly earned the staggering amount of money in exchange for a 30-minute set at a lavish birthday bash for B&M retail boss Bobby Arora, the Sun reported . A source described the event, hosted at Paris opera house the Palais Garnier, as "the party to end all parties". “No expense was spared," they said, calling the event "opulent, extravagant and utterly brilliant". Liam apparently "brought the house down" with his performance, blasting out Oasis hits 'Cigarettes & Alcohol' and 'Roll With It'. Liam has been playing a series of massive shows across Europe in recent weeks ( Image: Samir Hussein/WireImage) The rocker has been playing a series of enormous shows across Europe in recent week - last week he filled Hampden Park Stadium in Glasgow, belting out Oasis tunes to some 50,000 punters. “Glasgow you will be the … [Read more...] about Liam Gallagher ‘paid £500,000 to perform for 30 minutes at private birthday bash’

Published 16 September 2014 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing A father and son forced a vulnerable man to work unpaid at their farm every day for 13 years, a court has heard. Darrell Simester, 44, had to work 15-hour-days living in squalid conditions at Cariad Farm at Peterstone near Newport, heard a jury. His family struggled to recognise him when they tracked him down in a "horrific state" with a chest infection, a hernia and calloused feet. The trial at Cardiff Crown Court is expected to last up to six weeks. Daniel Doran, 67, and 42-year-old David Daniel Doran deny charges of requiring Mr Simester to perform forced or compulsory labour between 2010 and 2013. The family of Mr Simester, from Kidderminster, Worcestershire, had not known of his whereabouts since 2000. 'Under menace' John Hipkin, prosecuting, said when Mr Simester was eventually tracked … [Read more...] about Man ‘forced to work without pay’ for 13 years

CHRIS SKELTON/STUFF Alice Olynsma, a healthcare assistant at Ballarat Rest Home, says care and support workers deserve fair pay. Simon Wallace is chief executive of the NZ Aged Care Association. OPINION: New Zealand’s aged residential care sector is a big part of the solution to our country’s overburdened and understaffed public health system – if only the Government through newly formed Health New Zealand would wake up to this. We have 40,000 beds in 650-plus care homes across New Zealand, expertly set up with the specialised clinical, nurse-led expertise required to meet the needs of our most frail and vulnerable older people. We know how to do this important work. The question is, what happens if we’re not here? READ MORE: Aged care on life support ahead of Budget Day Staff shortages close 400 aged care beds across New Zealand Aged Care Association calls on government to take it seriously We hope Health New Zealand takes this question very … [Read more...] about After years of neglect, aged care sector is under threat

The Full Monty has been revived 25 years after the original film with all of its leading cast back for a new TV series on Disney Plus. The new limited series will follow the original unlikely strippers as they navigate the post-industrial city of Sheffield and society’s crumbling healthcare, education and employment sectors. According to Disney, ‘the series will explore the brighter, sillier and more humane way forward where communal effort can still triumph over adversity’. Cast from the original returning for the series include Robert Carlyle as Gaz, Mark Addy as Dave, Lesley Sharp as Jean, Hugo Speer as Guy, Paul Barber as Horse, Steve Huison as Lomper, Wim Snape as Nathan and Tom Wilkinson as Gerald. There will also be the introduction of a new cast of children and grandchildren of the returning characters. ‘We’re chuffed to bits to get all the Monty Men back together again — now with a chaotic entourage of children, grandchildren, pets and assorted … [Read more...] about The Full Monty TV series confirmed with first look image of OG cast reunited 25 years later

The 2022 season has not been one to remember for Novak Djokovic , who will be "angry" and "hurt" as he gets his Wimbledon title defence underway later this month. That's according to former British No. 1 Greg Rusedski , who has highlighted Djokovic's mental strength as one factor that sets him apart from the rest. There's plenty of tennis talent heading to SW19 in fine fettle, but Djokovic's quest to catch up to rival Rafael Nadal in major titles is a key part of the 2022 storyline. “The problem you have is, you have players who have the potential but winning is a totally different thing,” Rusedski told Amazon Prime of Djokovic, who recently lost to rival Nadal at the French Open . “Making the finals is one thing, but you have to have this mindset that’s absolutely insane these days because of the big three or four we’ve had over the generations. “Djokovic is angry because he hasn’t won a Slam this year and the way he went out to Rafa in the French Open will … [Read more...] about Novak Djokovic will be “angry” and “hurting” with turbulent year ahead of Wimbledon