A Kenyan court on Friday prohibited the deployment of 1,000 Kenyan police officers to Haiti, jeopardizing a multinational security force charged with stabilizing the chaos-hit Caribbean island nation before it even got off the ground.The force, which is backed by the United Nations and financed by the United States, had been stalled since October, when Kenyan opponents of the mission challenged it in court, calling it unconstitutional. The High Court upheld those arguments on Friday, throwing into doubt the latest international effort to rescue an impoverished country that is spiraling ever deeper into violence and instability.“An order is hereby issued…
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Would you like to master the preterite conjugation in Spanish? How about learning to deal with regular and irregular verbs in the preterite tense? Well, today is your lucky day! In this lesson, you’ll learn all about the preterite Spanish tense, how to conjugate it in regular and irregular verbs, and even some of the most common mistakes to avoid when using it. Join more than 559 million people on the planet who speak Spanish!Sign up for a free trial Spanish class today. What Is the Spanish Preterite? The preterite Spanish is simply what you call the past simple tense…
Join Ginny Pig Distillery for a family-friendly Hot Cross Bun Festival with unique gin, treats, and plenty of fun. Easter’s coming a week early at Ginny Pig! Pack your picnic rugs and chairs, and join them for a day brimming with laughter and joy at their inaugural Hot Cross Bun Festival. Nestled in the heart of scenic McLaren Vale at the McLaren Vale Visitor Centre, Ginny Pig Distillery is buzzing with excitement to host a family extravaganza that perfectly marries the festive spirit of Easter with the unique allure of their signature Hot Cross Bun Gin. HIGHLIGHTS: Family Fun Dive…
If you’re a self-employed individual, receive an income through Vinted and other online sites or are a small business owner in the UK, you will need to fill in a self-assessment tax return by 31st January 2024. If this applies to you, make sure you file your 2022/23 tax return online and pay any tax you owe by 31 January 2024 to avoid penalties and interest. Self-Assessment Dates 2022/23:6th April 2022 – 5th April 2023In the UK we see the tax year running from 6th April to 5th April the following year. 31st January 2024 When you submit your return…
Scores of people have died in the West African nation of Mali after an informal gold mine collapsed last week, the country’s Ministry of Mines said on Wednesday, highlighting the risks that countless artisanal miners face in one of Africa’s largest gold-producing countries.It was not immediately clear what caused the collapse last Friday or how many people had died at the site about 55 miles southwest of the capital, Bamako, according to a statement from the ministry. The death toll exceeded 70 people, according to The Associated Press, and as of Wednesday, emergency services workers were still looking for bodies,…
Home » Spanish Grammar » Tenses and Conjugation » How to Master “Ir + A + Infinitive” to Express the Near Future in Spanish The Spanish verb ir (to go) can be used to talk about moving through space and time into the immediate future. This post assumes you already have some knowledge of the Spanish present tense and other basic vocabulary. The formula ir + a + infinitive is used to express the near future in Spanish. Ir is the verb meaning “to go”, and the infinitive is a verb that has not been conjugated. Put together, it could look something…
A Parody by Dan and Jeff – All Seven Harry Potter Books in Seventy Hilarious Minutes. Potted Potter is flying back to Australia by magical demand, celebrating its fifth national tour as well as having played to over a million muggles worldwide! The international smash hit Harry Potter parody has played to sold-out houses all over the world, including an ongoing Las Vegas residency. The Best Entertainment and Family Show Olivier Award Nominee takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter into seventy hilarious minutes. The show even includes a real-life game of Quidditch, in a new version…
As parents we all love the yearly National Trust family pass offer or indeed any National Trust discount as it tends to be an expensive day out. Once a year the National Trust often has a decent offer available through selected partners. Sometimes you have to be a new customer to them so be aware of this and check the small print. However, on to the important details. Where can you find the National Trust offer for 2024?1. Visit the official National Trust website which is https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk Look for the section on memberships or offers. It’s always good to know…
Issued on: 19/01/2024 – 13:23Modified: 19/01/2024 – 13:24 An historic trial opened on January 8 for the West African nation of The Gambia. Ousman Sonko, a former high-ranking member of the dictatorship of Yahya Jammeh, is in the dock in Switzerland for a series of alleged crimes against humanity committed between 2000 and 2016. Victims of the dictatorship have high hopes for the trial. FRANCE 24’s Sarah Sakho and Simon Martin report. From 1994, when Yahya Jammeh came to power in a bloodless coup, The Gambia lived in fear as the country plunged into dictatorship. For 22 years, all Gambians suffered from…
Back to homepage / Shows / Eye on Africa Issued on: 19/01/2024 – 23:16 12:16 Thomas Kwoyelo faces more than 90 charges in Uganda. © AFP A historic trial gets underway in Uganda, where a child soldier-turned commander in the Lord’s Resistance Army faces justice. Thomas Kwoyelo is the first LRA commander to be tried by a Ugandan court. Also, Zambia steps up its efforts in its fight against cholera. The current outbreak has already killed more than 400 people since October. And what a day it’s been at the Africa Cup of Nations! Senegal get their place in the…