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The Employment and Labour Relations Court has ruled against deductions of agency fees from junior secondary school teachers for the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET), marking a significant victory for teachers and their unions. Justice Monica Mbaru determined that the previous case had been withdrawn, allowing teachers to retain their constitutional right to choose their trade union. KUPPET's argument for fee payments based on collective bargaining benefits was dismissed,

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Police in Kowloon East conducted a targeted operation leading to the arrest of two drivers for driving while disqualified. A 46-year-old man was apprehended for lacking a valid license and tested positive for amphetamines, facing multiple charges due to a prior arrest for the same offense. The second driver, aged 44, was also stopped for not showing a valid license and has been released on bail, awaiting further investigation. Authorities emphasize strict enforcement against disqualified

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A matatu overturned in Nairobi's Umoja Junction, injuring several passengers late last night. The accident occurred as the vehicle was speeding and overtaking others while passengers were seen with hands hanging out of the windows. Many were trapped under the wreckage and were taken to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital. This incident follows another crash nearby that resulted in three fatalities. These events underline a worsening road safety issue in Kenya, highlighting the need for better measures

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that state police will now handle all sexual offense investigations at Cornell University following a high-profile gang rape accusation. The decision comes after the university's inadequate response to the case of a student who reported being drugged and assaulted in 2024. Cornell faces increased pressure for change, including a potential no-confidence vote from faculty against its administration. The university is also enhancing its police force with

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AIA Group reported a 5% decline in third-quarter new business value, following last year's peak levels. Mainland China experienced a significant 33% drop in new business sales, largely due to a surge in purchases last year before market price changes. The bancassurance segment also saw a double-digit decrease as consumers grow cautious with investments. In Hong Kong, new business value decreased by 3%, attributed to strong sales from July the previous year. Overall, AIA's expected profits from

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Three lives were lost when two helicopters collided midair near McMinnville Municipal Airport in Oregon. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, involved a flight instructor, Maddie Aasbo, a 22-year-old from Texas, a student pilot from the UK, and Tyler Delane Sturdevant, a 38-year-old from Newberg, Oregon. The cause remains under investigation by the FAA and NTSB, with support from the UK consulate and FBI for the affected families. This tragic event highlights the inherent risks in

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On October 29th, the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong surged by 294 points, reaching 23,253, marking a positive trend for investors. Meanwhile, the Hang Seng Tech Index rose approximately 1%, reflecting ongoing strength in tech stocks. The Japanese yen remains stable ahead of the Bank of Japan's anticipated decision to keep interest rates unchanged at 1.25%. However, the U.S. dollar is facing downward pressure due to a dip in Treasury yields, affected by selling in AI shares, prompting a cautious

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Erin Patterson, known as the "mushroom murderer," has lost her appeal to overturn her murder convictions, resulting in a harsher life sentence with no possibility of parole. In 2023, Patterson was convicted for poisoning three in-laws with toxic mushrooms in a meal. The court condemned her actions as "extraordinarily cold and calculated." Patterson’s estranged husband had previously canceled his attendance, fearing she might poison him. She now faces a challenging decision on whether to pursue

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Significant political changes are underway in Serbia as a student-led movement has successfully ousted former president Aleksandar Vučić. The newly elected MPs from the Student List are demanding resignations of key police and judicial figures to ensure accountability. This group, made up of professionals and intellectuals, is also targeting reforms at the state broadcaster and Telekom Srbija to promote truthful information. With presidential elections approaching in December, the focus remains

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A couple in Ireland faced a dramatic situation after becoming trapped on a coastal cliff due to an incoming tide just after their engagement. Rescuers from the Irish Coast Guard, unable to use boats or helicopters due to severe weather, rappelled down the cliff to reach them. Once safely retrieved, the couple was escorted on foot for two kilometers to an ambulance, experiencing hypothermia but ultimately avoiding hospitalization. This harrowing experience underscores the unpredictability of

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