The statues were widely ridiculed and described as “shameless” and a poorly done “joke”.
Month: August 2024
More than half of Puerto Rico without power as Hurricane Ernesto strengthens
Almost 1m buildings do not have access to electricity after Ernesto swept across the Caribbean island.
Father of Spain football star Yamal stabbed in car park – reports
Mounir Nasraoui is in hospital and at least three people have been arrested, Spanish media reports.
High-stakes Gaza ceasefire and hostage release talks resume in Doha
A deal is considered key to stopping the war from spiralling into an all-out regional conflict.
More than 40,000 killed in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says
The actual number of people killed in the war is likely to be higher, local officials say.
US-Russian woman jailed for 12 years for $51 charity gift
Ksenia Karelina was found guilty of treason in Russia for donating to a charity supporting Ukraine.
Party error sees 100 candidates miss Australia election
More than 100 candidates cannot run in New South Wales after the Liberal party misses a nomination deadline.
Wizz Air launches ‘all you can fly’ annual deal
Wizz Air was named the worst airline for UK flight delays for the third year in a row in June.
Argentina’s ex-president accused of abusing partner
Alberto Fernández’s ex-partner alleges psychological threats and physical aggression – charges he denies.
The Notebook actress Gena Rowlands dies at 94
The Hollywood legend has been racking up acting awards since the 1950s.