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BBC News
8 hours ago
- Health
- BBC News
Inquiry to be held into death of two-month-old baby in Aberdeen
The court process has started for a fatal accident inquiry (FAI) into the death of a two-month-old baby in Aberdeen almost four years Wilson was born on 11 August 2021 at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital and died at the Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital on 15 October the same Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) said the inquiry would "establish facts" surrounding the death rather than "apportion blame". A preliminary hearing has been set for 11 September at Aberdeen Sheriff Court. The FAI will also consider whether NHS Grampian's reviews identified sufficient and appropriate measures to prevent the occurrence of any similar deaths in the fiscal Andy Shanks said: "The Lord Advocate considers that the death of Michael Wilson occurred in circumstances giving rise to serious public concern and as such a discretionary FAI should be held."Michael's family will continue to be kept informed of significant developments as court proceedings progress."NHS Grampian said it would not be appropriate to comment in advance of the proceedings.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Youth lies on railway tracks for reckless stunt in India
On July 22, 2025, a young man in India filmed himself lying on active railway tracks as a train passed. He stood up smiling after the train sped over him, seemingly proud of the dangerous stunt. The viral video sparked public concern over social media obsession and railway safety enforcement.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Yahoo
Police want to make sure a woman is okay after 'worrying' incident in public
Police officers have urged a woman to come forward so they can ensure her safety after an incident in Cimla, near Neath. It comes after a "worried member of the public" reported seeing the woman on Cimla Common just after midnight on Saturday, July 19. South Wales Police said the woman had shoulder length blonde hair and was wearing a long white dress. Officers would also like to speak to a male who is understood to have been with her at the time. He is described as six feet tall, of slim build, with dark hair. At the time he was wearing a dark shirt and jeans. Anyone with information is urged to contact the force. READ MORE: Man beat up, stripped naked and 'paraded' through village while people filmed act of humiliation READ MORE: Man suffers multiple stab wounds as police make public plea A South Wales Police spokesman said: "Following a call from a worried member of the public, we are appealing for a woman who was seen on Cimla Common around 00:35 on Saturday, July 18, to come forward so that we can ensure that she is okay. "The woman had blonde shoulder length hair and was wearing a long white dress. "We would also appeal to the man who was in the area at the time, and appeared to be in company with the woman, to get in touch with officers. He is described as being around 6ft tall of slim build and dark hair. He was wearing a black shirt and jeans. "Anyone with any information is asked to contact us by one of the following means quoting occurrence 2500229712." Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here. We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice
Independent Singapore
18-07-2025
- Independent Singapore
'Be my boyfriend tonight' — Open solicitation by foreign women at Orchard Road sparks public concern
Depositphoto/TKKurikawa SINGAPORE: A growing presence of foreign women openly soliciting along Orchard Road has sparked concern and unease among members of the public. Shin Min Daily News reported that it has received multiple tip-offs about groups of foreign women being spotted outside Forum The Shopping Mall in recent months, after dark. The activity, believed to involve sex work, has drawn the attention of both residents and office workers in the area. During an evening visit to the area, a Shin Min reporter observed approximately 10 women gathered along the pavement near the mall. Some sat on stone benches while others lingered on the steps, engaging passers-by. The women, estimated to be in their 20s to 40s, appeared to approach men who showed more than a passing glance. In some instances, physical contact was initiated or suggestive remarks were made, with phrases like 'Be my boyfriend tonight' reportedly used. The encounters were brief. Observers noted that some men stopped to converse with the women, negotiated discreetly, and then left with them in taxis or private-hire vehicles within minutes. An office employee who works nearby told the Chinese daily that the activity has been ongoing for about three months. He claimed that most of the women appeared to be foreigners, with several of them likely hailing from Vietnam. 'There are a lot of tourists here, many of them with families,' he said, 'Having women openly soliciting in such a public place could affect Singapore's image.' According to him, the number of women present peaks around 11 p.m. and can extend until the early hours of the morning, sometimes as late as 3 a.m. or 4 a.m. He estimated that during these peak periods, up to 30 women might be seen lining the stretch outside the mall. Members of the public who witness suspected vice activity are encouraged to report it to the police. Under Singapore law, public solicitation is a criminal offence. () => { const trigger = if ('IntersectionObserver' in window && trigger) { const observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries, observer) => { => { if ( { lazyLoader(); // You should define lazyLoader() elsewhere or inline here // Run once } }); }, { rootMargin: '800px', threshold: 0.1 }); } else { // Fallback setTimeout(lazyLoader, 3000); } });
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Governor of Texas Says He Can't Release His Emails With Elon Musk Because They Are "Intimate and Embarrassing"
Texas governor Greg Abbott is seemingly terrified of having his communications with billionaire Elon Musk come to light. As the Texas Tribune and public radio station the Texas Newsroom, report in an eye-opening, co-published investigation, the elected official's public information coordinator, Matthew Taylor, said that the communications are confidential — and should stay that way — because they include "information that is intimate and embarrassing and not of legitimate concern to the public, including financial decisions that do not relate to transactions between an individual and a governmental body." Put it all together, and we're absolutely fascinated to know what they discussed. Musk has made the US state his home over the last couple of years, following years of complaining about being taxed and having to abide by government regulations in California. He has established new headquarters there for both Tesla and SpaceX, going as far as to found a space company town in what's now known as Starbase, Texas. His personal views have also shifted to the extreme far right, more closely aligning with the political landscape in Texas and Abbott's anti-LGBTQ, anti-abortion, and anti-DEI beliefs. Most recently, Tesla launched an autonomous ride-hailing service in South Austin, benefiting from a lack of red tape that would've hindered a similar rollout in California (the EV maker hasn't even started applying for the necessary permits in California yet.) Put simply, Musk undoubtedly has a close and seemingly beneficial relationship with Abbott. Inspired by Musk's chaotic stint in the White House, the governor even attempted to create his own so-called Department of Government Efficiency in Texas earlier this year. Following the announcement, the Texas Newsroom requested that Abbott's office reveal his staff's emails with Musk, dating back to last fall. A check made out to the governor's office of $244 for the time it would take to wade through the emails was cashed — but the public records never came. Taylor told the broadcaster that revealing the information "would have a chilling effect on the frank and open discussion necessary for the decision-making process," which frankly sounds like a fishy way to cover up how business is conducted between Texas officials and private companies. Complicating matters is a recent Texas Supreme Court ruling that effectively stops anybody from enforcing public records laws against top state officials, as the Texas Tribune reports. In short, Musk's businesses are going to great lengths to ensure the richest man in the world's correspondence is kept secret. SpaceX lawyer Kevin Bagnall wrote a letter to Texas attorney general Ken Paxton, arguing that the emails contain "commercial information whose disclosure would cause SpaceX substantial competitive harm." One thing's for sure: the contents of those emails have never sounded more fascinating. More on Texas: Tesla Stock in Tailspin After Error-Plagued Robotaxi Debut
