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Trump‑Backed Outsider Abelardo de la Espriella Wins Colombia Presidency
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Trump‑Backed Outsider Abelardo de la Espriella Wins Colombia Presidency

In a surprise controversy, 67‑year‑old former U.S. Olympian Davey Hearn has been arrested for allegedly vandalising Washington D.C.’s Reflecting Pool, a symbol of national heritage. Hearn asserts he simply touched a piece of rubbery material that had detached from the pool’s bottom while ending a long bike ride. The incident comes amid ongoing maintenance struggles and the Trump administration’s push for a “beautiful” pool that appears to be failing with algae problems and peeling paint. His arrest attracted the attention of President Donald Trump, who vowed swift repair work and accused unnamed vandals of “poured corrosive chemicals” into the pool. Hearn’s case highlights the tension between historic preservation and increased scrutiny of public officials’ involvement in local disputes.

In a surprise controversy, 67‑year‑old former U.S. Olympian Davey Hearn has been arrested for allegedly vandalising Washington D.C.’s Reflecting Pool, a symbol of national heritage. Hearn asserts he simply touched a piece of rubbery material that had detached from the pool’s bottom while ending a long bike ride. The incident comes amid ongoing maintenance struggles and the Trump administration’s push for a “beautiful” pool that appears to be failing with algae problems and peeling paint. His arrest attracted the attention of President Donald Trump, who vowed swift repair work and accused unnamed vandals of “poured corrosive chemicals” into the pool. Hearn’s case highlights the tension between historic preservation and increased scrutiny of public officials’ involvement in local disputes.

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Gorillaz’ debut stadium show at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium delivered a 2½‑hour mash‑up of pop, animation and international collaboration. Ahead of the curtain, Damon Albarn and co‑creator Jamie Hewlett guided a crew of more than thirty musicians from fifteen countries, each bringing their own flair to the stage. The set featured a flood of guest artists – from Argentine rapper Trueno to Nigerian singer Fatoumata Diawara – and a colourful mix of live instruments and vocalists. The band’s history‑spanning setlist met animated backdrops to create a psychedelic visual experience. For fans, the show reaffirmed Gorillaz’s unique blend of culture, music and digital art, illustrating why the virtual group has endured for nearly three decades.

Gorillaz’ debut stadium show at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium delivered a 2½‑hour mash‑up of pop, animation and international collaboration. Ahead of the curtain, Damon Albarn and co‑creator Jamie Hewlett guided a crew of more than thirty musicians from fifteen countries, each bringing their own flair to the stage. The set featured a flood of guest artists – from Argentine rapper Trueno to Nigerian singer Fatoumata Diawara – and a colourful mix of live instruments and vocalists. The band’s history‑spanning setlist met animated backdrops to create a psychedelic visual experience. For fans, the show reaffirmed Gorillaz’s unique blend of culture, music and digital art, illustrating why the virtual group has endured for nearly three decades.

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A large fire broke out at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort in Bayahibe, killing a 46‑year‑old Italian tourist and forcing nearly 1,700 guests to vacate the property. Emergency services reported three patients hospitalized and six treated on site, with wind and thatched roofs accelerating the spread. The resort remains closed and guests have been relocated while a formal autopsy is awaited. The Italian embassy is aiding affected tourists by issuing emergency passports and arranging return flights.

A large fire broke out at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort in Bayahibe, killing a 46‑year‑old Italian tourist and forcing nearly 1,700 guests to vacate the property. Emergency services reported three patients hospitalized and six treated on site, with wind and thatched roofs accelerating the spread. The resort remains closed and guests have been relocated while a formal autopsy is awaited. The Italian embassy is aiding affected tourists by issuing emergency passports and arranging return flights.

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