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The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has revealed that the issue of UAE visas for Nigerians will soon “return to normal,” signaling a resolution to the long-standing travel restrictions.   He made the disclosure while speaking at the ceremony celebrating the resumption of Emirates Airlines’ passenger flights to Nigeria after suspension of passenger …

The Federal Government has announced the removal of Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel, cooking gas, among others. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun announced the development on Wednesday while unveiling two major fiscal incentives. According to a statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations at the Ministry of …

Some Nigerians have criticized social media influencer and former presidential aide,  Reno Omokri, over a recent photo of him meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The socio-political analyst via the microblogging platform, X formerly Twitter had shared a photo of a recent visit with the caption, “Spending Independence Day with President Tinubu at …

Toyota has announced a $500m investment in Joby Aviation, further increasing its stake in the air taxi start-up as part of a broader strategic partnership. This move reinforces Toyota’s commitment to supporting Joby in the commercialization and manufacturing of its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, to launch commercial air taxi services as early …

The one where Jennifer Aniston is an open book. The Friends star got candid while discussing some of the eyebrow-raising stories that have been written about her through the years. Aniston,...

HARARE - Zimbabwe has witnessed a significant surge in cyber attacks in recent months, with local entities, including banks, falling victim to hacking, the country's Minister of Information Communication Technology, Tatenda Mavetera has revealed.

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COPS hunting for missing mum Victoria Taylor have found her belongings on a river bank – as drones are deployed in the frantic search.

Victoria Taylor vanished four days ago, with specialist teams now focused at the River Derwent – though her family say police are “not doing enough”.

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Victoria Taylor, 34, has been missing from home in Malton, North Yorkshire, since Monday morning[/caption]

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Searchers have been handing out missing person posters[/caption]

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Victoria’s sisters Emma Worden (left) and Heidi Baker at the scene[/caption]

The 34-year-old nursing home nurse disappeared after leaving her home in Malton, North Yorkshire, on Monday morning, and is understood to have been heading towards a library on Commercial Street in the Norton area.

Underwater experts have been scouring the river, with police saying a number of enquiries are ongoing.

Drones have been spotted at a nearby golf course.

A Facebook group has been set up as part of the search effort, with members of the public encouraging people to put up missing person posters.

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Many have also joined the search effort itself at the river and surrounding area.

Some were organising to meet at the train station on Wednesday morning.

Victoria’s sister Heidi Baker is among the searchers and said she’s frustrated with the progress and lack of communication from police so far.

She told The Sun this morning: “We need an update from the police, they are not doing enough.

“We’ve just come to the police station and they’re dealing with a [different] high grade case.

“Is our sister not? As a family we are not happy. Where is the police presence?”

She went on to say: “It is now four days since she has been missing and seen heading towards the river. 

“Belongings were found and taken by the police of hers.

“There is no police presence and as a family we’re relying on ourselves and the amazing community effort.”

Speaking alongside her sister Emma Worden at the search site yesterday, she told ITV: “If anyone knows anything, just let us know.”

Holding back tears, Emma added: “Vicky, just come home. We just want her home. She’s got a little baby and her partner. We’re just so worried.”

Writing in group The Search for Victoria Taylor, one person said: “She left her home at 9am Monday morning.

“Someone saw her around that time walking up Commercial Street towards the library but no sightings since then as far as I’m aware.”

Others said they had tried messaging her phone, but their attempts were not being delivered.

Now her phone goes straight to voicemail.

‘WORRIED SICK’

A member of her family added that everyone is “worried sick”.

Victoria is described as white and approximately 5ft 6 in height.

She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black Adidas original puffa jacket with white stripes down the sleeves and a grey Jack Wills hooded jumper.

North Yorkshire Police previously said members of the public should expect to see an increased police presence in Malton.

“Today, searches of the riverbanks will take place by our specialist underwater search team,” they added yesterday.

Inspector Leanne Anderson said: “There are a range of enquiries taking place to try and locate Victoria.

“This is still a missing person enquiry, and the focus of our activity is within the Malton / Norton area.

“Extensive searches will take place today and I would urge members of the public in the Malton / Norton areas to remain vigilant and report sightings or pass information to police immediately on 101 or 999.”

The Sun has contacted North Yorkshire Police for comment.

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Family and friends say her phone goes straight to voicemail[/caption]

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The mum’s belongings have been found near the river[/caption]

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Victoria is the mum of a two-year-old girl[/caption]

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Police in the Norton area of Malton[/caption]

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Emma and Heidi struggled to hold back tears as they pleaded for help[/caption]

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Victoria was last seen at 9am on Monday[/caption]

ALVARO MORATA has said he had to make an instant house move – after his new town’s mayor revealed where the striker lives.

Spain captain Morata, 31, joined AC Milan in July after leaving Atletico Madrid.

The ex-Chelsea striker moved into a luxury home in Corbetta, a town of 18,000 people west of Milan.

But the former £60million Chelsea record buy felt his family’s security was endangered after Corbetta’s mayor Marco Ballarini posted news of their arrival on social media.

The report swiftly went viral among townsfolk, prompting the Moratas to move out.

Euro 2024 winner Morata fumed on Instagram: “Dear Mr Mayor, thanks for violating my privacy. Thankfully I don’t have anything of value.

“The only treasures I have are my children, whose security has been jeopardised by you.

“I thought that the town of Corbetta could afford me a certain amount of privacy.

“Instead I find myself having to move house straight away, thanks to your inabilities to use social media and to safeguard your citizens.”

Mayor Ballarini had previously proudly written: “Alvaro Morata is a Corbetta citizen. Here We Go!

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“The Spanish striker, newly signed by Milan, is finalising the paperwork for the move to his marvellous new home in our town.

“I am a huge Inter Milan fan, but it is with pleasure that I offer Alvaro Morata a welcome to our big family in Corbetta.”

Morata scored 24 goals in 72 Chelsea appearances following his 2017 arrival from Juventus.

However, he spent just 18 months at Stamford Bridge before returning home to join Atletico.

INTER MIAMI are well on their way now.

The MLS team, owned by David Beckham, won the MLS Supporters’ Shield for the first time with a 3-2 win over Columbus Crew.

It’s a massive turnaround, following a disappointing campaign last term.

The star power of Lionel Messi – who scored twice in Wednesday evening’s historic win – and Beckham is bringing in the crowds at the DRV PNK Stadium.

Pitchside at the Fort Lauderdale arena has become the MLS equivalent of courtside at the Crypto.com Arena

Those two have made Inter Miami the must-see sports team in the States.

So it’s no wonder A-listers including Leo DiCaprio, Selena Gomez and more are flocking to watch the team.

And they were only get bigger when they move into the new £750million Miami Freedom Park in 2026, that’ll boast a 25,000 capacity.

SunSport looks at the phenomenon Becks created, starting from scratch.

Beforehand…

The excitement around Beckham, 49, owning a sports team was enough to attract his celeb pals who offered their support.

His product might have been lacking in pizzazz, with early recruits Gonzalo Higuain and Blaise Matuidi not exactly setting the world on fire.

But, Becks is an extremely well-connected man.

Curious as to see what all the fuss was about, the rich and famous took in an Inter Miami game.

Perhaps, they were passing through Florida, or on holiday, but they can say they were there.

This goes for Jay-Z, Jennifer Lopez, Will Smith and Olympic legend Usain Bolt.

Maybe the latter was seeking a contract.

The fanfare was set.

A star-studded debut

While his lightning-delayed unveiling in 2023 was a damp squib, Messi’s debut against Cruz Azul was the equivalent of an Oscars red carpet that ended with a dramatic Hollywood movie plot twist.

The star attraction entered the fray in the second half, admittedly very short of match-fitness.

That didn’t matter. Not for a man of Messi’s class who had to entertain his new fans, with some paying over £1,000 for a ticket.

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Inter Miami owners Jorge Mas, Jose Mas, and David Beckham pose alongside Lionel Messi at his unveiling[/caption]

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The Kardashians dropped in to offer the Beckhams their support,[/caption]

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Deep into stoppage time, he stood over a free-kick some 30-yards from goal.

A trademark free-kick followed, driving the fans into ecstasy, Messi’s team-mates wild and securing a win for his new club.

Right before he made his appearance, Kim Kardashian, LeBron James, Serena Williams, DJ Khaled, Camila Cabello, Rick Ross, Derek Jeter, Diddy, Becky G, and Marc Anthony all watched in expectation of the spectacular.

Even they were in awe of the Barcelona legend, with some of those whipping their camera phones out to film the moment.

And it wasn’t a fad

While his debut was something of make-believe, that enticed the A-listers furthermore.

You could be fooled into thinking a match against Atlanta United isn’t exactly a glamour tie.

Tell that to Diddy (again), DJ Khaled (again), Camila Cabello (again), and Puerto Rican singer Rauw Alejandro.

Before the action kicked off, Messi led out his team alongside Khaled’s son, Asahd.

It was an occasion that was even too much for the boy, who weeped tears of joy to be stood next to his hero.

Still, those tears would have been wiped as Messi’s second coming inspired a 4-0 demolition of an MLS rival.

Messi was the architect again, scoring twice inside the opening 22 minutes.

And he seemingly appeared to be enjoying his new-found status, sharing a chat with singer Cabello during proceedings.

Becks’ close pal NFL legend and Birmingham City investor, Tom Brady and producer/rapper Pharrell Williams have also shown their love for Inter Miami.

While Hollywood movie star Leo DiCaprio was spotted in a posh box enjoying an ice lolly, and Prince Harry dropped in to see Inter face off against Los Angeles FC.

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TERRIFYING CCTV footage has captured the moment a Tesla EV burst into flames while sitting in a pool of saltwater.

A sudden explosion ignited the blaze, which took hold in seconds, as officials issued an urgent warning to drivers.

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In the video, recorded on a security camera in the owner’s home garage in Florida, the £44,000 electric car can be seen with its wheels submerged in water following Hurricane Helene.

The devastating storm has left nearly 100 people dead across six states in the south-eastern US.

Winds topping over 100mph and flash floods have laid waste to the region, with damage costs estimated to run into the billions.

One particularly unusual element of the chaotic weather is that the saltwater flooding has led to instances of electric vehicles blowing up.

The National Highways and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said that the issue has been known since Hurricane Sandy in 2012.

It comes down to the fact that most modern EVs use lithium-ion batteries, which react violently with water.

These are perfectly stable in normal conditions and sealed in a strong casing to protect them from moisture.

But if the casing is damaged and a leak occurs, it can have terrible consequences.

In this clip, the Tesla was sitting in the flooded garage when an explosion suddenly sparked underneath it, seemingly where the battery pack runs along the floor of the vehicle.

The initial blast gave way to intense flames, which consumed the underside of the car within seconds.

And, given that water getting into the battery causes an electrical fire, the fact that the garage was partially flooded was no help in stemming the rising inferno.

The room rapidly filled with smoke as the flames engulfed the bodywork and the video cut out.

Sharing the footage on X, the Pinellas County local government urged drivers to take immediate action.

It is advised to move any electric vehicle, including golf buggies or e-scooters, to higher ground and away from flooding if safe to do so.

The officials added: “If you evacuated and left an electric vehicle or golf cart in your garage or under a building and you are not able to get to it or move it, we want you to let us know.

“Please contact our county information center at 727 464-4333 and give them your address so we can share it with the local fire departments.”

It comes after as many as 20 vehicles were forced onto the hard shoulder by a “hidden” pothole on the M25.

Tesla has been contacted for comment.

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