(CNN) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has become the first leader of the country to take part in the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras in the event's 45-year history. In other parts of the world, Mardi Gras is held the day before the Christian fasting season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, which occurred earlier this week. However, in Australia, the annual Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras this year is taking place between February 17 and March 5. It celebrates LGBTQIA+ identity and diversity, champions creative expression and challenges injustice, according to the organizers. Thousands are estimated to have attended. Mardi Gras in Australia celebrates LGBTQIA+ identity and champions creative expression. "When the first Mardi Gras march was held in 1978, you could still be arrested for being gay," Albanese tweeted on Saturday. Read More At that event police arrested 53 people and the celebration ended … [Read more...] about Anthony Albanese becomes first Australian Prime Minister to take part in Mardi Gras
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Pakistani court rules in defense of former Prime Minister Imran Kahn
close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for March 27 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Another Pakistani court on Monday ruled in defense of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, granting him protection from arrest as lawsuits mounted against him. Police have charged the ousted premier with incitement to violence in several cases when his followers clashed with security forces this month. The latest reprieve for Khan comes as a political crisis roils Pakistan, pitting the former cricket star turned Islamist politician against the government of his successor, Shahbaz Sharif, and spilling into violence in the streets. Khan was ousted through a no-confidence vote in Parliament last April. Since then, the 70-year-old opposition leader has had more than 100 legal cases filed against him, including on charges of terrorism, incitement to violence and graft while in office. TOP PAKISTANI … [Read more...] about Pakistani court rules in defense of former Prime Minister Imran Kahn
Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister reverses decision to delay the start of daylight saving
close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for March 27 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister reversed an unpopular decision made by his office to delay the start of daylight saving time by a month, saying Monday the Cabinet decided to implement the change in two days. Najib Mikati’s comments came after the government’s initial decision earlier this month was widely criticized around the country with many, including the country’s largest church , saying they will not abide by the decision. "The new daylight saving time will start at midnight Wednesday," Mikati said after a Cabinet meeting that only discussed the issue. IN LEBANON, PROTESTORS RALLY AS CURRENCY VALUE HITS NEW LOW With some institutions implementing the change while others refused, many Lebanese found themselves in the position of juggling work and school schedules in different time zones … [Read more...] about Lebanon’s caretaker prime minister reverses decision to delay the start of daylight saving
Resurgent Sunak claws back huge gap from Starmer in latest best PM poll after Brexit win
Techne UK chief executive Michela Morizzo explains this week's polls SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Rishi Sunak is now just three points behind Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer in the fortnightly best Prime Minister Techne UK poll after a series of political victories has seen his stock rise. The Prime Minister scored 41 percent in the survey of 1,624 voters to Starmer's 44 points. Related articles Public's confidence in policing unveiled after damning report - poll Sunak urged to block legal loopholes to 'combat migrant-smugglers' The results come after the same poll revealed that the Conservative Party had taken almost a third off Labour's lead in the last month taking it down from 22 … [Read more...] about Resurgent Sunak claws back huge gap from Starmer in latest best PM poll after Brexit win
The Wailing viewers ‘scared to death’ just 10 minutes into Amazon Prime film
Even though it came out seven years ago the horror film The Wailing is leaving fans terrified. The movie has just been added by Amazon Prime and viewers are loving the thrill even though they are "scared to death". The film has risen through the ranks to number two on the streaming service in recent weeks. READ MORE: Sex Education star Gillian Anderson swamped with fans' racy fantasies on social media The movie is a South Korean horror starring Kwak Do-won, Jang So-yeon and Kang-gook Son. In the movie, a mysterious foreigner arrives at a village and stresses everyone out causing them to start brutally murdering people. Fans flocked to Twitter to talk about the scary movie. One fan wrote: “If you like the concept of the conjuring but you were disappointed by the execution go watch the wailing! Truly horrific and disgusting I’m sure if it was an English movie it would be regarded as a landmark in horror. It’s on Amazon Prime.” A second said: "The Wailing was … [Read more...] about The Wailing viewers ‘scared to death’ just 10 minutes into Amazon Prime film
GM George Paton: WRs Jerry Jeudy, Courtland Sutton “two young players in their prime,” that Broncos want to keep
PHOENIX — Denver general manager George Paton and head coach Sean Payton each painted a picture of the 2023 season at the NFL’s spring ownership meetings here Monday that included wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton catching passes for the Broncos. “We’re excited to have them on our football team, two young players in their prime,” Paton said, addressing rumors about one or both being traded this offseason. “I think Sean said it best: We’re not interested in trading them. When you’re in my position, you get a lot of calls and we’ve got calls on those players. We anticipate them being here and I can’t wait to see them in Sean’s offense with these coaches. Jerry (23) years old and the way he finished the season — last five games (was impressive). “Courtland played 15 games, had close to 900 yards, so to see these two receivers with Tim Patrick, with the others we’ve added, we’re excited to see where it’s going.” Payton cited what he considers to be a relatively weak … [Read more...] about GM George Paton: WRs Jerry Jeudy, Courtland Sutton “two young players in their prime,” that Broncos want to keep
G20 in 2023: A perspective of the Global South
Yi Fan (The Jakarta Post) PREMIUM Beijing ● Tue, March 28, 2023 Top diplomats from the Group of 20 met in India in early March. As the South Asian nation takes over the G20 presidency from Indonesia, the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting sets the tone for an upcoming summit later this year. The world has been watching, but only to see the ministers end their contentious meeting divided, with discussions on Ukraine dominating much of the talks. For countries around the world, 2023 is shaping up to be a crucial year. The COVID-19 pandemic is stabilizing, and the global economy is on the path to recovery. On the other hand, countries around the world, especially the Global South, are still going through a tough time. Under such circumstances, solidarity and cooperation are needed more than ever. Back in 2022, when the world was still recovering from COVID-generated shocks, the G20 Bali Summit stood as a powerful shot in the arm for global confidence. The world looks to … [Read more...] about G20 in 2023: A perspective of the Global South
Giants of journalism gather to say goodbye to Sir Bernard Ingham
Family and friends attend Sir Bernard Ingham's funeral today (Image: Jonathan Buckmaster) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Sir Bernard, who died this month aged 90, was a political giant of the Thatcher era, a straight-talking Northerner and a journalist to his bones. He was a passionate advocate for Margaret Thatcher's vision for Britain (earning the nickname "Thatcher's Rottweiler") and, for a boy brought up in the modest Yorkshire town of Hebden Bridge, he carried remarkable political clout. Related articles Major shopping centre evacuated as fire crews tackle huge blaze 'I went into a coma after P&O ferry abandoned me – it was terrifying' As Express columnist and friend Leo McKinstry said: "At the peak … [Read more...] about Giants of journalism gather to say goodbye to Sir Bernard Ingham
Benjamin Netanyahu DELAYS legal shake-up that could ‘give him power to overrule judges’ after riots rocked Israel
ISRAELI Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delayed his controversial judicial plans after fiery protests erupted in recent weeks. Benjamin Netanyahu refused to back down over sweeping new laws which opposition parties claim could allow politicians major powers to override judges, claiming it's a major blow to democracy. The delay comes only days after the PM doubled down on his controversial plans. Israeli President Isaac Herzog, who is meant to remain non-political, called out the PM, begging him to "come to his senses". Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant called on Netanyahu to halt the plans for a month as the nation faces a “clear, immediate and tangible danger to the security of the State”. But Gallant was fired by Netanyahu after his comments, sparking further protests. READ MORE IN WORLD NEWS NO LAWS U-TURN Israel's PM defends controversial legal shake-up despite huge protests TOUGH TV Rob Rinder says … [Read more...] about Benjamin Netanyahu DELAYS legal shake-up that could ‘give him power to overrule judges’ after riots rocked Israel
Crimea leader ‘creates own Wagner Group’ in bid to bolster Putin’s forces
Crimean 'Prime Minister' Sergey Aksyonov (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Kremlin-installed leader of Crimea has reportedly formed a pro-Russian mercenary group named "Convoy," which was inspired by the notorious Wagner Group. According to reports, Sergey Aksyonov's group has already been dispatched to occupied areas of southern Ukraine 's Kherson region. A member of the mercenary outfit has stated that although the organisation is owned by Aksyonov, all members are former Wagner employees. The group was seen training in a forest and learning how to dig trenches and place landmines in a Russia -24 TV broadcast. The Convoy's Telegram account was launched in November and features a lot of Russian Orthodox imagery and … [Read more...] about Crimea leader ‘creates own Wagner Group’ in bid to bolster Putin’s forces