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The Irish Sun
15-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Two British tourists, aged 27 and 29, drown after jumping into hotel swimming pool at popular party resort in Portugal
TWO British tourists have drowned after they jumped into their apartment swimming pool after a night out. The 27-year-old and a 29-year-old tragically died while on holiday to Albufeira in Portugal. Advertisement 1 Two British tourists have reportedly drowned after jumping into their holiday apartment pool after a night out Credit: Getty Police are said to be working on the theory the pair, aged 27 and 29, got into difficulties because they had been drinking and didn't know how to swim. The alarm was raised around 4.30am this morning at a hotel-apartment in the party resort of Albufeira where two British men died last month. Emergency responders sent to the scene made unsuccessful attempts to revive them. Portugal's Policia Judiciaria have been asked by colleagues at the GNR police force to investigate the circumstances surrounding the men's deaths but they are not being treated as suspicious at this stage. Advertisement At least one local paper in Portugal is reporting the two men who died this morning were both British and were holidaying with friends. Portuguese police could not be reached this afternoon for an official comment.
The Sun
15-07-2025
- The Sun
Two British tourists, aged 27 and 29, drown after jumping into hotel swimming pool at popular party resort in Portugal
TWO British tourists have drowned after they jumped into their apartment swimming pool after a night out. The 27-year-old and a 29-year-old tragically died while on holiday to Albufeira in Portugal. 1 Emergency services rushed round to the popular party resort at around 4.30am on Tuesday morning. Both men were pronounced dead at the scene. They were both friends from the UK in their late 20s, according to local media. Police are now said to be working on the theory the pair got into difficulties because they had been drinking and didn't know how to swim. Portugal's Policia Judiciaria have been asked by colleagues at the GNR police force to investigate the circumstances surrounding the men's deaths. They are not being treated as suspicious at this stage.
The Market Online
08-07-2025
- Business
- The Market Online
Sona Nanotech doses first patient in groundbreaking cancer therapy trial
Sona Nanotech (CSE:SONA) announced that the first patient has been dosed in its early feasibility study of Targeted Hyperthermia Therapy (THT) for advanced melanoma If successful, THT could represent a significant advancement in cancer therapy, particularly for patients who have exhausted existing treatment options The study marks the first human application of Sona's THT, a therapy that utilizes the company's proprietary biocompatible gold nanorod technology Shares of Sona Nanotech (CSE:SONA) last traded at $0.48 Sona Nanotech (CSE:SONA), an oncology-focused life sciences company, has announced a major milestone in the development of its novel cancer treatment: the first patient has been dosed in its early feasibility study of Targeted Hyperthermia Therapy (THT) for advanced melanoma. This content has been prepared in collaboration with Sona Nanotech Inc., a third-party issuer, and is intended for informational purposes only. The study marks the first human application of Sona's THT, a therapy that utilizes the company's proprietary biocompatible gold nanorod (GNR) technology. This innovative approach aims to enhance the immune system's ability to recognize and attack tumors by applying localized hyperthermia to cancer cells, potentially making them more visible to immune responses. Study overview The early feasibility study is designed to evaluate several critical aspects of the THT treatment: Safety and tolerability : Monitoring for adverse events during and after treatment. : Monitoring for adverse events during and after treatment. Preliminary efficacy : Measuring tumor growth inhibition and immune system engagement. : Measuring tumor growth inhibition and immune system engagement. Clinical and pathological response: Assessing changes in tumor size and histological evidence of immune activation. Patients enrolled in the study have advanced melanoma and have either failed to respond to or progressed during standard immunotherapy treatments. Each participant will receive two THT treatments spaced one week apart. Technology and clinical evaluation The study will also assess the practicality of implementing THT in clinical settings, including: Ease of setup and preparation Administration of GNRs across various tumor types Reproducibility and training requirements Resource and time demands for treatment delivery Leadership commentary Dr. Carman Giacomantonio, Sona's chief medical officer, explained that this new therapy aims to modify tumors making them more visible to the immune system with a view to enabling an elimination of the cancer. 'As with any new technology, we are required to demonstrate that we can safely and feasibly deliver the treatment in the clinical setting,' he said in a media release. 'Success in this study will enable us to proceed to our next planned study that will more critically evaluate the biological effects and clinical outcomes of this exciting technology. CEO David Regan added: 'We plan to follow this critical first clinical step quickly with a second, more expansive human trial following further engagement with regulators, as well as a peer-reviewed article in a leading scientific journal detailing our findings. We also expect the learnings from this study to help inform on THT's potential for complementing the treatment of other cancer types.' What's next Initial results from the study are expected later this summer, with final data anticipated in the fall. Sona plans to publish its findings in a peer-reviewed journal and engage with regulators to advance to the next phase of clinical development. If successful, THT could represent a significant advancement in cancer therapy, particularly for patients who have exhausted existing treatment options. About Sona Nanotech Sona Nanotech operates out of Halifax, Nova Scotia and is a company developing Targeted Hyperthermia, a photothermal cancer therapy, which uses therapeutic heat to treat solid cancer tumors. Shares of Sona Nanotech (CSE:SONA) ended Monday 9.43 per cent lower at $0.48 but has risen 84.62 per cent since the year began and is also up 71.43 per cent since this time last year. Join the discussion: Find out what everybody's saying about this stock on the SonaNanotech Bullboard investor discussion forum, and check out the rest of Stockhouse's stock forums and message boards. Stockhouse does not provide investment advice or recommendations. All investment decisions should be made based on your own research and consultation with a registered investment professional. The issuer is solely responsible for the accuracy of the information contained herein.
Time Out
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Guns n Roses at London's Wembley Stadium 2025: timings, set list, last-minute tickets and everything you need to know
This year's stadium gig season in London is now in full swing. Following the likes of Sam Fender, Dua Lipa and Beyoncé in playing the capital's biggest venues are legendary American rockers Guns n 'Roses, who're stopping by Wembley this week. Axl Rose, Slash and the band are bringing their 'Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things' tour to northwest London on Thursday (June 26). The tour began in South Korea in May and will see the band play dates in Europe and South America before it wraps up in Mexico in November. Heading down to see immortal rock hits like 'Sweet Child o' Mine', 'Paradise City' and 'November Rain' performed live at Wembley this week? Here's everything you need to know about Guns n' Roses' London show, from timings to remaining ticket availability. When are Guns n' Roses playing London's Wembley Stadium? Axl Rose, Slash and co are in northwest London on Thursday June 26 2025. What time will Guns n' Roses come on stage? The band haven't announced exactly when they'll come on stage. However, judging from previous tour stops we'd expect them to kick things off between 7.30pm and 8pm. Doors open at 4pm, though those with 'ultimate', 'premium early entry' or 'early entry' packages must sign in between 1pm and 3.30pm. Are there any tickets left? At time of writing, tickets are still available for GNR at Wembley, with both general sale and resale options. How much do tickets cost? You can currently get general sale from £78.65, and resale from £63 – find tickets on Ticketmaster here. What's the full setlist? For an idea of what GNR will play at Wembley, this was the setlist at Villa Park earlier in the week (according to Welcome to the Jungle Bad Obsession Brownstone Live and Let Die (Wings cover) Chinese Democracy Pretty Tied Up Out ta Get Me Slither (Velvet Revolver cover) Absurd Estranged You Could Be Mine Coma Hard Skool Reckless Life Knockin' on Heaven's Door (Bob Dylan cover) Double Talkin' Jive Civil War I Wanna Be Your Dog (The Stooges cover) Catcher in the Rye Slash Guitar Solo Sweet Child o' Mine It's So Easy Perhaps November Rain Wichita Lineman (Jimmy Webb cover) Patience Rocket Queen Better Down on the Farm (UK Subs cover) Nightrain Paradise City Who will be supporting Guns n' Roses in London? Support comes from US rockers Rival Sons, who'll take to the stage at 5.30pm. Weather forecast According to the Met Office, while it will likely be a bit rainy in the day on Thursday, that rain will have subsided by the evening. Temperatures will range from 18C to 23C, with wind gusts of up to 32mph in the afternoon. Are there any banned items? Each person can only bring in one bag, and it must be smaller than A4 size. These items are banned: Wallet chains and jean chains Weapons of any sort Recording equipment (sound or video) Professional or semi-professional (4K/8K) cameras Bottles, cans or glass containers Fireworks Alcohol Laser pens and pointers Go Pro cameras, selfie sticks, iPads and tablets Drones Banners, posters and signs bigger A3 in size Metal bottles Find a full list of prohibited items at Wembley here. Those with standing tickets are not permitted to bring a bottle of any kind, though all other ticketholders can bring in empty plastic, crushable bottles under 500ml.
Euronews
17-06-2025
- Climate
- Euronews
Portugese landowners face fines as wildfire inspections begin
Portugal's police force, the National Republican Guard (GNR), began nationwide inspections on Monday after the deadline passed for mandatory land clearing intended to prevent wildfires. Landowners had until Sunday to clear undergrowth near properties, a deadline that was previously extended due to rainy weather. On the ground, GNR officers explained the specific regulations to property owners. An officer from the GNR's Environmental Protection Unit in Coruche, Felizardo, pointed out an infraction: "In this case, the grass is a bit taller than the prescribed limits, and therefore, fuel management should have been carried out within 50 metres around your building to comply with the established regulations." For some landowners, the wet weather that led to the extension created its own problems. A landowner was asked if she knew she had to clear the land. "Yes, we do know, but sometimes things don't happen the way we want. It rained a lot. My son was supposed to plough the land before going to the fields, but the soil couldn't support the tractor's weight, and it got stuck, so he had to leave it like that." Those who have failed to comply now face significant fines, which can reach up to €5,000 for individuals and €60,000 for companies. By the end of April, authorities had already identified over 10,000 potentially non-compliant properties. Despite the threat of penalties, the GNR's commander in Coruche, Mateus, expressed that the immediate focus is on education rather than punishment. "At this time, and despite being authorised by law to carry out inspections and issue fines, our approach is always focused on prevention," he said, adding that the ultimate objective is clear: "What we want is for the land to be cleared and for there to be fewer forest fires in 2025." The urgency of the campaign has increased in significance due to an impending heatwave. All of the Portuguese mainland's districts are already under a yellow weather warning, with maximum temperatures forecast to fluctuate between 33 and 40 degrees Celsius over the next few days. Once reliant on coal for the majority of its electricity, the country of 36 million that currently holds the EU rotating presidency is trying to reduce its dependence on the fossil fuel. With many mines becoming unprofitable and old infrastructure in decline, the Polish government of Prime Minister Donald Tusk has planned a gradual closure of coal facilities in the south of the country. As the coal regions of the country come to terms with this shift, northern Poland adjacent to the Baltic Sea is booming. Ignacy Niemczycki, the deputy minister in the Chancellery, briefed a handful of Brussels-based journalists on board the Jantar passenger ship, telling Euronews that the wind farm should have a lifecycle of up to 30 years and be a major part of the energy transition. 'It's in the interest of the Polish economy to invest in renewables, nuclear, and gas to stabilise the grid,' the minister told Euronews. Situated 23 kilometres off the northern coast near Choczewo and Łeba, the wind farm is among the most advanced renewable energy projects in the Polish Economic Zone. The final installed capacity of the project is expected to reach 1140 MW, enough to supply electricity to approximately 1.5 million Polish households. Renewables will only be one part of the Polish energy mix. Plans for the first ever nuclear plant, which will also be located on Poland's northern Baltic Sea coast, were put in place under the former Law and Justice (PiS) government and have been continued by Prime Minister Donald Tusk's current ruling coalition. Niemczycki told Euronews that a second nuclear project is being considered and Poland is keeping a close eye on Canada as it experiments with the first ever mini nuclear plant, known as a Small Modular Reactor (SMR). SMRs could can potentially power up to 300 MW(e) per unit. 'We will see a major change in Poland's energy mix over the next 15 years,' said Niemczycki. 'Nuclear will become the new baseline, with renewables and gas providing flexibility and stability.'
