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UK Conservatives suffer 'terrible' night of local election losses

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

Britain's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak leaves his campaign headquarters after addressing his supporters, in London, Britain, 5 May, 20British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives were facing a bleak set of local election results today (5 May) with voters punishing his party after a year of political scandals, surging inflation and stagnant economic growth.While governing parties often struggle at mid-term elections, the council results in England will be the largest, and possibly last, test of voter sentiment before the next general election which is expected to be held next year.Counting has only taken place in about a quarter of the 8,000 council seats in local government authorities, which have responsibility for the day-to-day provision of public services such as bin collections and schools.The early results, which do not affect the government's majority in parliament, showed the Conservatives suffering a net loss of 218 seats while the main opposition Labour Party added 118...

A Coalition of Non-governmental organizations praises UAE on making big strides on Human rights.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

An international coalition praises the leadership of the UAE in human rights, led by President Bin Zayed.The United Arab Emirates will present its universal periodic review to the United Nations on May 8th , 2023.During its review, the UAE will explain the developments and efforts it has made to enhance respect for and compliance with human rights and the implementation of international obligations.According to a coalition of 53 non-governmental human rights organizations concerned with monitoring human rights conditions, and following up on the results and outputs of the Universal Periodic Review mechanism for countries that have made remarkable contributions and achievements in the field of human rights, the UAE has topped the countries in the region. This follows, what was monitored by the International Coalition for UAE’s leadership in globalisation and in devoting commitment to principles on high human values.. The coalition had submitted to the United ...

Harriette Cole: I think my child is too young for deodorant

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

DEAR HARRIETTE: My son has barely reached puberty, and he already has very strong underarm odor. I am afraid to have him wear deodorant at a young age, but he needs something.I have heard such bad things about antiperspirants and cancer. I don’t want to introduce his body to anything that may harm him, but we have to do something. What do you recommend?Smelly PitsDEAR SMELLY PITS: Take a trip to your pediatrician and get your son a physical. Check to make sure it’s nothing more than normal hormonal changes causing the strong odor. Ask the doctor for recommendations for how to get the odor in check.Of course, your son needs to clean his body well, something that is not always a strong suit for adolescent boys. You may need to teach him how to wash his body thoroughly. Do not assume that he knows because you bathed him as a child.Beyond basic hygiene, your doctor may be able to recommend a deodorant — not an antiperspirant — that can help to keep odor in check....

Miss Manners: I don’t want to tell my boss I’m pregnant

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am a young woman who works in a professional setting. I got married fairly young after my husband and I graduated from college, and we’re very happy and well established. We own a house, both have great jobs and have two wonderful cats.My manager is much older than I am and has children my age. While we generally get along, she has repeatedly told me that I should never have children. The first time, I thought it was a joke. The fifth time, I started ignoring her whenever the subject of children came up because the comments were hurtful.This has made the comments less frequent, but she still often complains about how awful her own children are, how lucky I am to be child-free and how I should keep it that way.My husband and I recently decided to start trying for a baby, and I am now pregnant! We are delighted and so excited to start preparing for our little one. I intend to continue working remotely once I finish maternity leave.How soon is it polite to in...

Dear Abby: This is not how I wanted the bride to react to my gift

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

DEAR ABBY: I gave a newlywed couple a picnic basket filled with everything you would need for a picnic, including a quilt I had made for them to celebrate their wedding.My husband delivered it to the new husband, and when asked what it was, my husband replied that it was something for him.Well, I have heard nothing more about the gift, especially the quilt! I don’t think the young man ever opened the basket. I did mention something to the wife once about what was inside the basket, and her expression was blank.It has been over a year. Should I forget about it or be bold and ask?GIFT-GIVER IN NEW YORKDEAR GIFT-GIVER: Be bold and ask. If the wife looked blank, it was probably because she knew nothing about the gift your husband had told her husband was for “him” instead of for “them.”Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: His menu angered me, so I’ve stopped hosting family dinners Advice | Dear Abby: My wife is furious that I...

Trinkets and tiaras: Where to see royal jewels in DC

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

Saturday marks a historic event the whole world will witness — the coronation of King Charles III.The last British coronation happened almost 70 years ago in 1953, and as with any festive royal display of pomp and circumstance, there’s anticipation on what members of the royal family will be wearing and what glittering jewels will make an appearance.But you don’t have to go all the way to London to see fabulous and historical baubles. Right here in D.C., you can see some brilliant royal jewels that once adorned the head of an empress or two.One example is the Marie Louise diadem on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. It was a gift by French Emperor Napoleon to his second wife Marie-Louise when they married. The diadem’s design consists of scrolls, palmettes and medallions and has 79 Persian turquoise stones and 1,006 cut diamonds set in silver and gold, the museum said.French Emperor Napoleon gave this diadem to his second wife Marie-Louise when they marri...

Muere un hombre por heridas de bala durante las celebraciones del Napoli en la Serie A

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

(CNN) — Un hombre de 26 años murió como consecuencia de las heridas de bala sufridas durante las celebraciones de los aficionados al fútbol en Nápoles, Italia, después de que este jueves el Napoli ganara su primer título de la Serie A en 33 años, según informó la Policía de Nápoles a CNN.El hombre falleció en el hospital Cardarelli de Nápoles, según la policía.La policía dijo que estaba investigando si el tiroteo, en el que también resultaron heridas al menos otras dos personas, fue accidental o intencionado. Media docena de personas también fueron hospitalizadas con heridas provocadas por los fuegos artificiales, añadieron.Miles de personas celebraron este jueves en toda Italia que el Napoli se proclamara campeón de la Serie A italiana tras empatar 1-1 contra el Udinese. El título de liga es el primero del club desde 1990, cuando el fallecido Diego Armando Maradona –que da nombre al estadio del equipo en Nápoles– lo condujo al Scudetto.The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2023 Ca...

Giants host the Brewers to start 3-game series

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

Milwaukee Brewers (18-13, second in the NL Central) vs. San Francisco Giants (13-17, fourth in the NL West)San Francisco; Friday, 10:15 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Brewers: Corbin Burnes (3-1, 4.01 ERA, 1.13 WHIP, 27 strikeouts); Giants: Sean Manaea (0-1, 7.85 ERA, 1.64 WHIP, 21 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Brewers -144, Giants +123; over/under is 8 runsBOTTOM LINE: The San Francisco Giants host the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday to start a three-game series.San Francisco is 13-17 overall and 7-7 in home games. The Giants have gone 6-2 in games when they did not allow a home run.Milwaukee is 18-13 overall and 9-7 in road games. The Brewers have a 6-2 record in games decided by one run.The matchup Friday is the first meeting this season between the two teams.TOP PERFORMERS: Wilmer Flores has three doubles, five home runs and 10 RBI for the Giants. LaMonte Wade Jr is 11-for-31 with two doubles, a triple and four home runs over the past 10 games.Rowdy Tellez has nine home runs,...

Nationals take 3-game win streak into matchup with the Diamondbacks

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

Washington Nationals (13-18, fifth in the NL East) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (17-14, second in the NL West)Phoenix; Friday, 9:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Nationals: Josiah Gray (2-4, 2.67 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 31 strikeouts); Diamondbacks: Merrill Kelly (2-3, 3.62 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 30 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Diamondbacks -190, Nationals +159; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Washington Nationals look to keep a three-game win streak alive when they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks.Arizona has gone 8-6 in home games and 17-14 overall. Diamondbacks hitters have a collective .320 on-base percentage, the 10th-ranked percentage in the NL.Washington is 7-6 in road games and 13-18 overall. The Nationals have a 3-1 record in games when they hit two or more home runs.The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.TOP PERFORMERS: Christian Walker ranks third on the Diamondbacks with 13 extra base hits (six doubles and seven home runs). Ketel Marte is 10-for-36 with a double...

Rockies take 4-game win streak into game against the Mets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:34:21 GMT

Colorado Rockies (12-20, fifth in the NL West) vs. New York Mets (16-16, third in the NL East)New York; Friday, 7:10 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Rockies: Antonio Senzatela (0-0); Mets: Kodai Senga (3-1, 4.15 ERA, 1.58 WHIP, 32 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Mets -239, Rockies +197; over/under is 8 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Rockies are looking to extend a four-game win streak with a victory against the New York Mets.New York has gone 6-6 in home games and 16-16 overall. The Mets have a 12-2 record in games when they have more hits than their opponents.Colorado is 5-11 on the road and 12-20 overall. The Rockies have gone 2-19 in games when they have given up a home run.The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.TOP PERFORMERS: Francisco Lindor has 11 doubles, five home runs and 24 RBI while hitting .212 for the Mets. Brett Baty is 12-for-32 with two doubles and two home runs over the last 10 games.Elias Diaz has six doubles, three home runs and 16 RBI for th...