The international NGO interviewed Chinese and Hong Kong students studying in European universities, whose testimonies suggest that Chinese authorities’ transnational crackdown is threatening freedom and democracy on European soil. The students say they…
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to convene high-level meeting as dissent grows in PoJK
Islamabad [Pakistan], May 13 (ANI): Amid violent clashes between police and protesters in the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will convene a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss the ongoing situatio…
Dans les parcs nationaux, réparer la blessure des Amérindiens
By Lucie AUBOURG Saguaro National Park (États-Unis) (AFP) – Quand Raeshaun Ramon a revêtu pour la première fois l’uniforme vert et gris des “rangers” américains, les gardiens des parcs nationaux, il était “hésitant”. Son nouveau travail, pour le Parc n…
Housing in Europe: How do homeownership and tenancy rates compare?
The housing crisis is a growing concern across Europe, marked by shortages and escalating rents. Approximately 70% of EU residents own their homes, while the remaining 30% rent. About 17% of the EU population lives in overcrowded conditions. In Europe,…
Villagers battling to stop Paul Hollywood’s wife’s pub The Chequers Inn in Smarden, near Ashford, from being turned into house
Villagers are battling to stop a Grade II-listed pub run by Paul Hollywood’s wife from being turned into a house. The plans to convert The Chequers Inn in Smarden, near Ashford – revealed by KentOnline earlier this year – have sparked an outcry among l…
Gillingham managing director Joe Comper on the new five-year deal between Sky Sports and the EFL which sees over 1,000 matches broadcast live each season
Gillingham expect to be better off financially under the new Sky Sports TV deal but supporters should be prepared for changes from next season. The 2024/25 season kicks off with all opening day fixtures broadcast live on Sky Sports – the first of at le…
Pensioner with cancer tells of struggles living in damp-ridden flat in Downland Court, Ashford
A pensioner with cancer says the stress of living in a flat ridden with mould has left her unable to sleep. For almost two years Barbara Hasiuk has endured issues with damp at her home in Downland Court, Ashford, despite repeated requests for help. The…
Gravesend mum furious with Northfleet Technology College in Colyer Road over absence letter to sick son
A mother is furious after she received a letter from her son’s school criticising his attendance, despite the fact he had been fighting a deadly illness. Vicky Tassari, from Gravesend, was shocked when she opened the correspondence from Northfleet Tech…
Canterbury win by six wickets at Tunbridge Wells on Kent Cricket League Premier Division return; St Lawrence & Highland Court, Lordswood, Minster and Bexley also victorious
There was a winning start upon their Kent League Premier Division return for Canterbury at Tunbridge Wells on Saturday. The city club skittled the hosts for just 78 in 35 overs, as overseas all-rounder Anthony Mosca (3-10) collected Canterbury’s best b…
Thumb-sucking Chatham paedophile who identifies as little girl jailed after secret phone found in ‘Hello Kitty’ bedroom
A convicted paedophile who claims to identify as a little girl has been jailed for having a secret phone found in what was described as a “Hello Kitty” bedroom. The device was one of two linked to Janiel Verainer discovered by police during a routine b…