Beaches shut after oil tanker 'hit in missile strike' near Strait of Hormuz causes huge spill close to UAE tourist resort

Daily Mail - Oct 23, 2026

Authorities said it has affected beaches around the city of Umm Al Quwain, a northern emirate near the Strait of Hormuz.

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DOLE moves to shield delivery riders from heat-related penalties, perils

Oct 23, 2026

DOLE moves to shield delivery riders from heat-related penalties, perils

MANILA, Philippines—Delivery riders may be protected from penalties for heat-related delays under a proposed labor advisory being drafted by the Department of Labor and Employment (Dole) to protect workers from the effects of the El Niño phenomenon and other periods of extreme heat. Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino met with representatives of 13 ride-hailing, delivery and

Ombudsman opens investors’ window vs corruption plaguing businesses

Oct 23, 2026

Ombudsman opens investors’ window vs corruption plaguing businesses

MANILA, Philippines—The Office of the Ombudsman is opening an “Investors’ Window” where business owners and investors can submit concerns about government officials or transactions that impede business operations. Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla made the announcement on Thursday during a dialogue with Cebu “lechoneros” (pig roasters), as noted in a statement issued on Friday. At the

Typhoon Rosal slightly intensifies off Batanes as it moves away from PH

Oct 23, 2026

Typhoon Rosal slightly intensifies off Batanes as it moves away from PH

(Satellite image from Pagasa) MANILA, Philippines — Typhoon Rosal, with an international name ‘Champi,’ slightly intensified as it continued to move away from the country, the state weather bureau said. In its 5 p.m. weather advisory, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said Rosal will generally move northwestward before changing its course

Storm Austen LIVE as Manchester wind warning in place, events cancelled and planes diverted

Oct 23, 2026

Storm Austen LIVE as Manchester wind warning in place, events cancelled and planes diverted

Follow the latest updates as a yellow wind warning is in force covering Greater Manchester and Cheshire

Brave victims speak out as Tinder rapist is jailed

Oct 23, 2026

Brave victims speak out as Tinder rapist is jailed

Kenny Cox, 46, carried out separate attacks on two terrified women after nights out three years apart

PNP to Sen. Bato dela Rosa: You have one week to surrender

Oct 23, 2026

PNP to Sen. Bato dela Rosa: You have one week to surrender

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday gave Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, who has been in hiding following the issuance of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant, one week to surrender. PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. issued the ultimatum after the Department of the Interior and Local Government

EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for tonight's £59M draw - Friday, October 23

Oct 23, 2026

EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for tonight's £59M draw - Friday, October 23

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Halloween monsters land in Manchester, but Storm Austen causes havoc to plans

Oct 23, 2026

Halloween monsters land in Manchester, but Storm Austen causes havoc to plans

The giant inflatables have arrived as part of the Halloween in the City event, but the weekend's events have had to be scaled back

Manchester Bonfire Night and fireworks displays 2026

Oct 23, 2026

Manchester Bonfire Night and fireworks displays 2026

It's that time of year when the skies are lit up with fireworks displays.

Manchester Airport issues October half-term reminder over drop-off and pick-up charges

Oct 23, 2026

Manchester Airport issues October half-term reminder over drop-off and pick-up charges

The northern hub is preparing for a busy week ahead, with more than a million passengers expected to pass through its terminals

Man, 62, dies while at Forest Bank prison in Salford

Oct 23, 2026

Man, 62, dies while at Forest Bank prison in Salford

An investigation is underway

Coronation Street's Tracy Shaw says 'another one done' in cancer battle update

Oct 23, 2026

Coronation Street's Tracy Shaw says 'another one done' in cancer battle update

The Maxine Peacock actress has been providing fans with lots of health updates

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