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Extra.ie
10-07-2025
- Climate
- Extra.ie
The rain in Spain falls mainly in Majorca
Anyone who is currently on holiday in the Balearic Islands of Majorca and Menorca will probably be wishing they had saved their money and stayed at home. The islands were battered by a massive storm today, causing major flooding and damage to property as well as flight delays. Huge thunderclouds rolled in over the islands this morning (Thursday) and the Spanish weather advisory service AEMET has warned of more to come. A cold spell is expected to arrive in the area by Saturday potentially bringing more showers, thunder and lightning and floods to northern parts of Majorca and Menorca. Majorca – Pic: MIQUEL A BORRAS/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Despite the dark skies and rain, the temperatures are still hovering in and around 32 degrees, making the humidity difficult to deal with. Meanwhile other parts of Spain are suffering from a different complaint, with unusually high temperatures all over the country, especially in inland cities like Seville, Madrid and Granada where temperatures have been above 45 degrees celcius. A man cools off by a fountain water in Seville. Pic: Cristina Quicler/AFP via Getty Images The heatwave shows no signs of abating as yet, with scorching temperatures forecast for all parts of the Meditteranean and we are not yet in PEAK season for heat, late July and August. Meanwhile Ireland and the UK are basking in a manageable 27 degrees, parts of the South of England has seen temperatures rise into the 30s, but that is an enjoyable change for most of us Northern Europeans. Pic: Getty Images So fire up the BBQ's, dust off the garden furniture and paddling pools because the sun is here to stay. At least until Monday.
New Indian Express
01-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
After TNIE report, GHMC starts road restoration in Hydernagar
HYDERABAD: Taking note of a report published in these columns, the GHMC has said it will restore the damaged road near Prasad Hospital in Hydernagar (Ward No. 123). On June 28, TNIE published a story — 'Pothole-ridden road near hosp puts lives on risk' — that highlighted the dangers posed by the battered stretch. In response, the GHMC shared an Action Taken Report (ATR) acknowledging the issue and detailing proposed measures. Signed by the executive engineer, Kukatpally Circle-24, the report confirmed the road was 'badly damaged'. It noted that the proposal for permanent restoration had been administratively sanctioned by the GHMC Commissioner, and tenders would be floated after budget allotment. 'Temporary restoration with cement concrete will be taken up after the evaluation of tenders for road repair and maintenance works scheduled on June 30,' the authorities stated. The GHMC also said the site was jointly inspected by the Kukatpally zonal commissioner, the superintending engineer (SE) and field staff.
Scoop
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
Ruiterman Conquers The Carnage At Golden Downs In Gruelling Ruff 'n Tuff Enduro
Golden Downs Forest, Nelson — June 21, 2025 The 2025 Ruff 'n Tuff Offroad Racing Enduro has lived up to its brutal reputation, delivering 240km of unrelenting punishment through Golden Downs Forest as Round 6 of the CT Civil New Zealand Offroad Racing Championship. Yesterday, 30 of the country's toughest offroad racers took to the sodden, wind-battered tracks — and only the Tuff survived. When the mud settled, national champion Carl Ruiterman (S22) emerged victorious, completing all 12 laps and once again proving why he wears the NZ1 plate. He was followed closely by Ash Kelly (192) and Daynom Templeman (193), both also clocking 12 laps in a high-speed, high-attrition battle through the forest. As forecast, the attrition rate soared above 50 percent. Only 26 of the 34 starters made it past the halfway point, with nine competitors failing to finish — several retiring early due to mechanical failure or incidents in the treacherous terrain. The forest proved unforgiving, with bent rims, shredded tires, and battered suspension systems common across the paddock. Flat tires, often ignored in desperation, were seen destroying rims and turning wheels into shrapnel. The relentless nature of the course — likened by racers to driving from Nelson to Kaikoura on gravel — took as much toll on the drivers as the machines. Many struggled to maintain focus through the conditions that led to costly misjudgments. For some, it was not the car that gave out — it was the human behind the wheel. Despite this, the nation's elite offroaders brought fierce competition. Racers from the North Island descended on Nelson to challenge the local South Island contingent. But the cold, rough terrain gave the edge to the Southerners familiar with these conditions, who made their presence known throughout the field. Notable performances included Dyson Delahunty (U87) in fourth with 11 laps, followed by Slim Slee (165), Dale McKenzie (858), and Kadin Thomason (U45), all of whom endured to cross the line with 11 completed circuits. Michael Green (U29), Jacob Brownlees (U28), and Keegan Terrell (U81) rounded out the top ten. In the end, it was a race that delivered everything its name promised — Ruff. Tuff. And unrelentingly brutal. Official Results: CT Civil NZ Offroad Racing Championship – Round 6 – Ruff 'n Tuff 2025 Carl Ruiterman (S22) – 12 laps Ash Kelly (192) – 12 laps Daynom Templeman (193) – 12 laps Dyson Delahunty (U87) – 11 laps Slim Slee (165) – 11 laps Dale McKenzie (858) – 11 laps Kadin Thomason (U45) – 11 laps Michael Green (U29) – 11 laps Jacob Brownlees (U28) – 11 laps Keegan Terrell (U81) – 10 laps David Templeman (S91) – 10 laps Wayne Spicer (S07) – 10 laps Kevin Cooper (398) – 10 laps Louis Carlyle (122) – 10 laps John Hodgson (1006) – 10 laps Martin van der Wal (866) – 10 laps Grant Rosenburg (898) – 9 laps Liam Earle (385) – 9 laps Geoff Densem (S77) – 9 laps Chris Eldridge (366) – 9 laps Sareena Paterson (170) – 9 laps Todd Graham (107) – 8 laps Donald Preston (166) – 8 laps Arron Crabb (357) – 7 laps
Express Tribune
20-06-2025
- Express Tribune
Tragedy hits family welcoming Hajjis
The SUV, battered and buried, emerges after being pulled from beneath the sand and gravel truck by rescuers. PHOTO: EXPRESS Two members of a family were killed and as many injured when a speeding dumper truck overturned onto their vehicle on Rashid Minhas Road in the early hours of Thursday. The victims were part of a convoy heading to Jinnah International Terminal to welcome relatives returning from Hajj. The deceased were identified by their family as 55-year-old Shaheena Naeem and her seven-year-old niece, Ayesha, daughter of Khurram Kareem. The injured included Khurram's wife, Anam, 30, and Khurram himself, who was driving the double-cabin pickup. The victims, residents of ROC Cooperative Housing Society, Scheme 33, were en route to receive their uncle, Kashif Kareem, and his family, who had just performed Hajj. Saud Khan, Shaheena's son, recounted the incident, saying that their convoy of four to five vehicles had stopped at the COD signal when a heavily loaded dumper truck, speeding recklessly, overtook from the left, lost control, and toppled onto their vehicle. "The dumper crushed our car under its weight, burying it in sand and gravel. The driver fled immediately, leaving us helpless," Saud said, his voice trembling with grief and anger. Family members and witnesses expressed severe frustration over the slow and disorganised rescue operation. Saud lamented that it took over three hours to extract the victims, with rescue workers forced to manually remove sand using shovels due to the absence of heavy machinery. "There were no oxygen cylinders available-rescue teams claimed they had run out. We kept begging for help, but the administration's response was shameful," he said. By the time the crushed vehicle was finally pulled out with the help of cranes, Shaheena and young Ayesha had already succumbed to their injuries. The tragedy has sparked outrage over the negligence of dumper truck drivers, who often flout traffic laws with impunity. Police confirmed that the driver escaped and remains unidentified, though witnesses alleged he appeared to be under the influence of drugs. Traffic was severely disrupted for hours as officials struggled to clear the wreckage. Family members, overwhelmed by grief, reportedly clashed with media personnel at the scene, with one allegedly assaulting a cameraman. This tragedy has also brought attention to Karachi's illegal sand and gravel trade. Despite Section 144 being imposed in Malir district to curb unauthorised extraction, trucks continue to operate at night, transporting material from Gadap, Memon Goth, and other areas. Chhipa Foundation spokesperson Chaudhry Shahid confirmed the accident occurred around 3:15am, attributing it to the driver's reckless speeding. SHO Gadap City, police station Sarfraz reiterated that illegal mining persists despite the ban, raising questions about enforcement. The funeral prayers for Ayesha were held in Buffer Zone, while Shaheena's took place in Liaquatabad. Both were laid to rest in the C-1 Area Graveyard.
Sunday World
16-06-2025
- Sunday World
Killer fined and sister gets suspended sentence after prison visit drug exchange
Thomas Valliday (37) has been in jail since 2008 when he battered and bludgeoned former IRA man Frank 'Bap' McGreevy to death A convicted murderer has been handed a fine and his sister a suspended jail sentence after a drug exchange during a prison visit. Thomas Martin Valliday and Ellen Louise Valliday were sentenced at Antrim Crown Court. Judge Alistair Devlin said the gravity of the case was not the amount of drugs but rather 'that drugs were brought into a supposedly drug-free environment.' Thomas Valliday (37), who has been in jail since 2008 when he battered and bludgeoned former IRA man Frank 'Bap' McGreevy to death, was handed a £500 fine 'with an immediate warrant' so he will serve seven days in default. Thomas Valliday His sister Ellen (31) Valliday, from Conway Street in Belfast, was handed a nine month jail sentence, suspended for two years. At an earlier hearing, Thomas Valliday entered guilty pleas to having class C prescription-only drugs Pregabalin and Gabapentin on December 18 2019. Ellen Valliday entered guilty pleas to supplying the class C drugs and conveying 'list A articles' into HMP Magilligan. Thomas Valliday News in 90 seconds - 16th June 2025 A second sister, 35-year-old Karen Valliday from the Stewartstown Road, was also due to be sentenced but after she failed to attend court, Judge Devlin issued a warrant for her arrest. He outlined how the sister had gone to the prison to visit their brother but Ellen Valliday had 'thrown an item' over the barrier between them. Despite a prison officer's 'commendable efforts' to grab the package, Thomas Valliday 'swiftly' grabbed it and shoved it in his mouth. While the sisters were detained until police arrived, Thomas Valliday was taken to a separate room. Warned that he would be subject to a full body search, Valliday conceded 'OK I'll hand it over' and on examination, the package transpired to be a single Pregabalin and a single Gabapentin. During his sentencing remarks, Judge Devlin said it was clear 'there had been some pre-planning' on the part of the sisters and also that he had to take account of Thomas Valliday's 'significant record,' including the entry for murder. But the judge said he also had to take cognisance of not only their guilty pleas, but also the 'culpable delay' of more than five years in a case which 'was fairly simple and straightforward.' Frank 'Bap' McGreevy Thomas Valliday is coming towards the end of the minimum sentence he received for the murder of Mr McGreevy. At the end of his trial in February 2010 Valliday was convicted of killing the 51-year-old west Belfast father-of-two. Valliday was high on a cocktail of drink and drugs when he battered the victim with a variety of weapons including a pick-axe handle in his flat in Ross Street in March 2008. Imposing a life sentence and ordering Valliday to serve a minimum of 17 years behind bars, Mr Justice Hart said the convicted killer 'has shown no remorse whatever for his crime and I am satisfied that there are no mitigating factors in the case.' In 2016 Valliday had an extra year added to the sentence after he went on the run for four days after escaping from prison guards at the Ulster Hospital.
