At the inaugural meeting of the North Sea Future Board, the Energy Profits Levy, commonly referred to as the windfall tax on oil and gas companies, was not brought up. Michael Shanks, a board member, confirmed that the topic did not feature in the discussions, although he is aware of …
Police are reviewing events at the Station Hotel in Perth following a rush by protest crowds linked to anti-immigration demonstrations. Authorities have noted that some individuals involved may have come from outside the local area. First Minister John Swinney is exploring the introduction of buffer zones to prevent similar incidents …
Iran has carried out live-fire naval drills close to US warships operating in the region. The United States military has responded by warning Iran against engaging in unsafe actions, including flights over US vessels. The US Army emphasized that it will not tolerate maneuvers that could threaten the safety of …
Venezuela’s acting President, Delcy Rodríguez, has announced an amnesty program aimed at prisoners, emphasizing the need to address divisions caused by political conflicts. She also revealed plans to close El Helicoide, a prison known for harsh conditions and human rights concerns. Rodríguez described the initiative as a step toward national …
A man who was banned from driving and found to be over the legal cannabis limit said he went for a drive because he was feeling stressed. His solicitor explained that the decision to drive was a response to his emotional state at the time. The incident highlights the challenges …
Urban pigeons, often seen as the scruffier relatives of domestic pigeons, have become a source of debate in many cities. Their presence in public spaces has led to various efforts to control their populations, including the use of deterrents. These measures, however, have sparked differing opinions among residents and city …
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft announced that it has met all of its financial targets for 2025, delivering record profitability and sustained revenue growth. The bank also increased distributions to shareholders, reflecting strong business performance throughout the year. These results were highlighted during the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 earnings call. CEO …
Charles Peter Riipi, aged 94, passed away on January 27, 2026. Born in Waukegan, Illinois, he was the son of Carl (Charlie) Riipi and Hilma Riipi. Charles was married to Barbara J. Riipi, with whom he shared nearly 71 years of marriage. He was one of six siblings and spent …
A formal complaint has been submitted to the Alabama Republican Party challenging John Wahl’s eligibility to run for lieutenant governor. Wahl, who recently stepped down as party chair, resides in Limestone County. The challenge asserts that he does not fulfill the state residency requirements necessary for the office. The dispute …
James E. Mocarski, aged 82, from Darien, Illinois, passed away on January 14, 2026. He was the husband of Christine (Podrazik) Mocarski and father to James B. (Chris) Mocarski, John Mocarski, and Julie (Kevin) Cercello. He is also remembered as a grandfather to Amanda, Samantha (Mark), Lexie, JT, Joe, Ben, …