Author: Olive Metuge
The office of Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has said an attempt to seize power illegally and unconstitutionally is under way in the country.His statement comes a day after an army unit known as CAPSAT condemned use of force by security forces in handling recent protests in the capital Antananarivo.This is the same unit that played a crucial role in the 2009 Malagasy political crisis, which helped Rajoelina rise to power.Madagascar was first hit by protests on 25 September against water and power cuts, but they have escalated to reflect wider dissatisfaction with Rajoelina’s government over high unemployment, corruption, and the…
From chic creekside venues to a strip of hotspots on Palm West Beach..Beach clubs are a bonafide Dubai pastime, especially as we move to the cool winter months. Whether it’s relaxed and refined or sleek party spots from abroad, Dubai’s best beach clubs offer something for everyone.Here are the coolest beach clubs in Dubai to book a spot at. Be Beach Backdropped by the stunning Marina Skyline, Be Beach is a luxurious beach club with a charming coastal feel, with an array of luxe loungers and cabanas dotted across the sugary sand. Dotted with palm trees and adorned in natural and…
Donald Trump is directing US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to pay military personnel despite the federal government shutdown. The president said on Saturday that Hegseth must make sure troops do not miss out on their regular paycheque, scheduled for Wednesday. The directive comes as other government employees have already had some pay withheld and others are being laid off.”I will not allow the Democrats to hold our Military, and the entire Security of our Nation, HOSTAGE, with their dangerous Government Shutdown,” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform. The Republican and Democratic parties blame each other for failing to agree…
And just like that, the first week of the 2025-26 term is nearly over. In the SCOTUS Quick Hits section below, you’ll find links to SCOTUSblog’s coverage of all six cases that were argued. Morning Reads Alex Jones asks Supreme Court to block massive defamation judgment (Lawrence Hurley, NBC News) — Conservative radio show host Alex Jones has asked the court to “hit pause on an almost $1.5 billion defamation judgment that was imposed over his false claims that the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting was a hoax,” according to NBC News. “Jones said the court’s immediate involvement is needed…
Dubai Souks are a whole world of their own and now is the time to goNot all the cool things in Dubai are found in malls. Sometimes you want the real deal; the textures, the scents, the old-school charm. Dubai souks are where it’s at: gold, spices, perfumes, fabrics – the classics – all in one place, each with its own vibe. And now that the evenings are cooler, it’s the perfect time to swap escalators for alleyways and shop the traditional way. Here’s your guide to souk-hopping across Dubai.Dubai Gold SoukImage: UnsplashThis place is gold (literally) in every sense.…
Former US President Joe Biden is receiving radiation therapy as part of his treatment for prostate cancer, his spokesman has said.The spokesman also said that Biden, 82, was undergoing hormone treatment, without giving any further details.The radiation treatment was expected to span five weeks and marked a new point in his care, a source told NBC News.In May, Biden’s office announced that he had been diagnosed with a more aggressive form of the disease, which had spread to his bones. The discovery came after the Democratic politician reported urinary symptoms that led doctors to find a small nodule on his…
The Fourth Amendment generally requires police officers to obtain a warrant before they enter a home. But the Supreme Court has recognized several exceptions to that rule for emergencies. On Wednesday, Oct. 15, in Case v. Montana, the justices will consider how certain police must be that there is an emergency before they can enter a home without a warrant. Is it enough, as the Montana Supreme Court held, that police have only “reasonable suspicion” that there is an emergency? Or are police officers required to meet a higher bar and have probable cause to believe that there is an…
If you’re up with the sunrise or simply love a calm start to the day, Dubai has plenty of early morning activities to enjoyFrom poolside relaxation to beachfront walks and sky-high breakfasts, here are the best ways to make the most of morning activities in Dubai.Watch the sunrise from Aura SkypoolStart your day on top of the world at Aura Skypool, one of Dubai’s most breathtaking sunrise spots. From 6am, guests can take a dip in the infinity pool while soaking up panoramic views of the city’s skyline. Settle into a comfy daybed or sofa, listen to chilled morning tunes,…
Four people have been killed and 12 others injured, four critically, after a mass shooting in the US state of Mississippi.The shooting happened at around midnight on the main street in Leland, a small town 120 miles (190km) north-east of the state capital Jackson, the small city’s Mayor John Lee told the BBC.Four of the injured were airlifted to hospital, Lee added. No suspects were in custody, but a police manhunt was under way.Leland was busier than usual on Friday with the local high school scheduled to play a football game to mark homecoming, an annual US tradition, usually in…
The Relist Watch column examines cert petitions that the Supreme Court has “relisted” for its upcoming conference. A short explanation of relists is available here. Summer has ended at last. And while the justices (and SCOTUSblog) didn’t get much vacation with all the action on the emergency docket, I at least had a few blissfully relist-free months. That ended with a vengeance. On Friday of last week, the Supreme Court granted review in five cases from the end-of-summer “long conference.” And then on Monday, the court relisted 17 long conference cases for consideration a second time at this week’s conference.…