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ITV News
4 days ago
- ITV News
Three women charged under Terrorism Act after van rammed fence of a defence factory in Edinburgh
Three women have been charged under the Terrorism Act after a van was driven into the fence of a defence plant in Edinburgh. The incident happened on Tuesday at the Leonardo facility on Crewe Road North. Police said the women, aged 31, 34 and 42, were initially arrested under the Terrorism Act 2000 and have now been formally charged. They are due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday. Police Scotland said its counter-terrorism unit is leading the investigation and that enquiries are ongoing. The force has appealed for information to help trace the movements of two vehicles linked to the was a blue Ford Transit van, which was seen around Gorgie Road on Monday and Tuesday before the other was a white Honda CR-,Z which was found in a car park on Gorgie Road after the incident. Police have asked anyone with information to get in touch by calling 101, quoting reference number 0416 of July Tuesday's incident, a group called Shut Down Leonardo claimed the factory produces laser targeting systems for Israel's F-35 fighter jets. On social media, the group said: 'Scotland has a proud history of direct action, and never before has it been labelled as terrorism.' It urged supporters to 'mobilise from 9.30am at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday 21st July and demand they're released.' Leonardo said it does not supply equipment directly to Israel and that its main customer is the UK Armed Forces.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mom Realizes Her Son Couldn't See Clearly for Years. The Moment He Puts on Glasses Goes Viral (Exclusive)
A mom's video of her 4-year-old son seeing clearly for the first time with glasses became an emotional viral moment on TikTok The clip revealed not only a child's joy, but a mom's bittersweet realization about how long her son had silently struggled with his vision Now, Destiny says son Z's confidence and creativity are blossoming, and she hopes their story encourages other parents to trust their gutsWhen Z slipped on his first pair of glasses, the world came into focus — and so did the hearts of millions watching on TikTok. In a now-viral video, the 4-year-old boy's face lights up with joy and wonder as he sees clearly for the first time. 'I didn't expect his reaction to be like that because I knew his vision was bad, but I didn't really realize how bad his vision was until he got his glasses and I looked through them,' Destiny tells PEOPLE. Destiny, Z's mom, had originally recorded the clip to send to her own mother in Oklahoma. 'We're in Florida,' she says. At first, Destiny thought the moment would stay between family members. But when she uploaded the video to her TikTok page, a space she created to share peaceful nature content and snippets of hope, the response was instant. 'I was laying in bed and I just kept on getting notifications,' she says. 'And sure enough, it was him going viral.' In the clip, Z sits calmly as the glasses are placed on his face, and then he beams as he sees the world in sharp detail for the first time. Destiny says it was a milestone she didn't realize would be so emotional. 'If you watch that video, you can hear me kind of getting choked up in the back,' she shares. Destiny had started noticing signs of vision issues when Z was about 3. "I was like, maybe it's nothing that serious,' she recalls. 'But then I started to notice that it would get a little bit worse.' A pediatrician referral led them to a specialist. 'They were like, 'Oh, his eyesight is not good. That's why he's crossing his eyes, he's trying to focus,' ' Destiny says. 'He's just learned to adapt to it.' Z was excited from the moment they tested his prescription. 'Each time they would move the lens up, his smile would get a little bit bigger,' Destiny remembers. 'It was really cool to see.' The day his glasses finally arrived felt like Christmas morning, the mom adds. 'Every day he was like, 'Did my glasses come in? Did my glasses come in?' " she says, laughing. They had driven two hours to get the glasses fitted, and Z had his heart set on blue frames. But when that wasn't an option in the durable, kid-proof style, he chose black instead. Destiny made sure to get the best possible pair. 'I went ahead and spent the extra money,' she says. 'So they stay on his face and they're unbreakable. He plays rough, so yeah, it's perfect.' When the glasses finally went on, it was like seeing Z discover the world for the very first time, Destiny says. It wasn't just Z's vision that improved. His whole outlook seemed to shift. 'I've definitely seen a change in his behavior, his will to want to do things. His creativity,' Destiny tells PEOPLE. Z, who once struggled with focus, is now enthusiastically building detailed Lego structures and drawing with confidence. 'Before he'd build little things, but now he's building all sorts of intricate little buildings,' Destiny says. Everyday tasks are suddenly easier, and Z's world has opened up. 'He wanted to go outside before, but now he wants to go outside,' Destiny says. 'He's constantly, 'Can I go outside? Can I go outside?' I'm like, 'Yeah, of course.' ' She often sits on the porch just observing as he takes in the world, relishing the quiet joy of watching her son finally see clearly. 'It's bittersweet,' she says. 'It is a win in a mom book that they don't talk about.' The emotional impact of the video reached far beyond Destiny's family. Comments poured in from people of all ages, sharing their own "first pair of glasses" stories. 'Just seeing that other people went through the same thing ... It gave me a different outlook on life too,' she says. Some told her they didn't get glasses until adulthood and had never realized how much they were missing. Destiny says the experience reminded her how differently people see the world — in every sense. Even small details are new again for Z. 'He sees everything now,' Destiny says. 'He's able to describe stuff better, too.' And with school around the corner, the viral moment gave Z more than just clarity; it gave him confidence. 'They think my glasses are cool,' he told Destiny after reading the comments. For Destiny, that reassurance means everything. 'Especially with him starting school and kids sometimes not being so friendly, I feel like it's good for him to have that,' she says. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. She also encourages other parents to trust their guts if they suspect something might be off with their child's vision. 'Don't be afraid to ask,' she says. 'The doctors aren't always right, unfortunately.' Destiny admits there's pain in realizing how long Z struggled without being able to explain it. 'That as a mother hurts my heart,' she says. 'But then I have to realize he's been going through this for a long time. That's all he knows.' Looking ahead, Destiny is excited to see what Z will do now that he can see the world clearly. And in a time when the Internet is often filled with chaos and noise, Destiny hopes their little moment brought something different. 'This is another step for me and him to be able to show the world something cute,' she says. 'To show that there's still hope and there's still good things happening in the world.' Read the original article on People
South China Morning Post
11-06-2025
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong's top court dismisses domestic helper's forced labour challenge
Hong Kong's top court has dismissed a judicial review of a foreign domestic helper who argued police had failed to properly investigate her complaint against her employer due to the absence of specific legislation against forced labour. The Court of Final Appeal on Wednesday, in upholding a ruling last year by the Court of Appeal, found that the city's lack of bespoke legislation for forced labour was not necessary to provide 'practical and effective' protection of the Filipina helper's rights. The helper, identified as CB, had initially succeeded in a bid for a judicial review, claiming that police inadequately investigated her complaint against her employer, an elderly doctor from Britain, due to the absence of specific legislation against forced labour. She alleged that the doctor, identified as Z, had repeatedly molested her and coerced her into sexual acts over an eight-month period between September 2018 and April 2019. But the Court of First Instance's ruling in 2022 was partially overturned by the Court of Appeal last year, with three judges of the appellate court finding insufficient grounds to conclude that enacting a dedicated offence for forced labour was 'the only effective solution' to what CB described as a systemic failure. A subsequent investigation, ordered by the lower court, also concluded that the helper was not a victim of forced labour. The doctor was initially jailed for two-and-a-half years on two counts of indecent assault, but the conviction was quashed on appeal, and he was acquitted of all charges in a retrial. The worker also lost a subsequent civil claim against him.
RNZ News
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- RNZ News
Fuel market new comer offering 91 unleaded for $2.23 a litre
A new comer to the fuel market is distrupting prices at the pump - but how long can the lower prices last? U-Go, Z's no frills self service station is offering 91 unleaded at $2.23 a litre, when the average is about $2.51. In one Auckland suburb, it led to an opposition gas station dropping the price as low as $2.12. The AA's Principal Policy Advisor Terry Collins spoke to Lisa Owen. To embed this content on your own webpage, cut and paste the following: See terms of use.
India Gazette
19-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Zee unveils its new brand image 'Z', to roll out from June 8
New Delhi [India], May 19 (ANI): As part of its strategic transformation, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. ('Z') has unveiled a new brand universe for its next phase of growth. As part of it, Zee has changed its brand to 'Z'. The new brand universe was unveiled by the CEO, Punit Goenka, at the Company's marquee event, ZEE Cine Awards 2025, amid the industry's glitz and glamour. The corporate brand embraced its new identity with an enthralling unveiling in the presence of its stakeholders. In line with its consumer-focused approach, all the company's channels and platforms will embrace the new brand universe on June 8, 2025, during the telecast of the ZEE Cine Awards. Sharing his thoughts on the new brand universe, Punit Goenka, CEO of ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, said, 'As we embark on a phase of growth backed by a robust focus on content and technology, the new look envisioned for the Company is futuristic, dynamic, and agile. This is a firm representation of our team's capabilities to capitalise on emerging opportunities. It also reflects our commitment to embrace emerging technologies to enhance the overall consumer experience.' 'Our brand promise of 'Yours Truly, Z' reflects the company's consumer-centric approach and its commitment to deliver meaningful entertainment experiences consistently. The brand pillars have been crafted in line with our rich value system, and will serve as our north star, guiding the Company in achieving the targeted aspirations to build a robust growth traiectory for the next century. We firmly believe this new approach exemplifies our relentless pursuit of excellence by taking accountability for results and innovating to deliver purposeful business outcomes,' Goenka added. Zee, in a statement, said it aims to transform itself into a content and technology powerhouse, offering premium quality content and an immersive consumer experience across entertainment platforms. In line with its futuristic approach, the company said it is taking bold steps to realise its long-term growth aspirations to enhance performance and profitability. 'The company will identify and create value-accretive opportunities that seamlessly amalgamate technology across all functions, including content creation, distribution and monetisation,' the statement read. According to the company, the new design aims to inspire trust and deliver meaningful entertainment experiences to consumers across the globe. The cutting-edge design further leverages the power of 'Z' in its adaptive and dynamic expressions across all platforms. The approach reflects the company's synonymity with 'Z' and its strong consumer connect established over the last three decades. In a letter to its valuable viewers, 'Z' expressed, 'I promise to make you laugh louder, dream bigger, and feel more deeply in every moment and through every experience.' 'Yours Truly, Z' will come to life in diverse languages on the company's platforms across markets, reiterating the brand's commitment to viewers. (ANI)
