Check out the 38th annual Strawberry Festival in VenturaThousands of visitors enjoy the 38th annual Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds Saturday, May 18, 2024. JUAN CARLO/THE STARThousands of visitors enjoy the 38th annual Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds Saturday, May 18, 2024. JUAN CARLO/THE STARThousands of visitors enjoy the 38th annual Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds Saturday, May 18, 2024. JUAN CARLO/THE STARThousands of visitors enjoy the 38th annual Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds Saturday, May 18, 2024. JUAN CARLO/THE STARThousands of visitors enjoy the 38th annual Strawberry Festival at the Ventura County Fairgrounds Saturday, May 18, 2024.

May 19, 2024 15:47 UTC

Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi is missing after his helicopter crashed on Sunday, May 19, after landing in Varzaqan regionRaisi and other officials were returning from a ceremony for the opening of a dam at the country's border when their chopper crashedPeople from around the world have shared encouraging messages praying for Raisi and the other dignitaries' safety as rescue operations are underwayA helicopter carrying Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi has reportedly crashed. President Ebrahim Raisi's chopper is reported to have crashed after landing. Source: Getty ImagesWhat happened to Iran president Raisi? According to Iranian state news agency IRNA, the helicopter crashed on Sunday, May 19, at the Iran and Azerbaijan border. President Raisi visits KenyaThe Iranian president visited Kenya on July 15, 2023, for bilateral talks with President William Ruto.

May 19, 2024 15:45 UTC

Chopper flying Iran’s president suffers hard landing – state TVSunday, May 19th, 2024 17:21 | By AgenciesIranian President Ebrahim Raisi. PHOTO/APA helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi suffered a hard landing on Sunday, May 19, 2024, Iranian state media reported, without immediately elaborating. Traveling with Raisi were Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, the governor of Iran’s East Azerbaijan province and other officials, the state-run IRNA news agency reported. Rescuers were attempting to reach the site, state TV said, but had been hampered by poor weather conditions. IRNA called the area a “forest.”Raisi had been in Azerbaijan early Sunday to inaugurate a dam with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev.

May 19, 2024 14:26 UTC

Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Something went wrong, please try again later. A TV reporter was unceremoniously hauled off the grid during a pre-race interview with Max Verstappen at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. At the time, Verstappen was engaged in conversation with a Viaplay presenter, who air F1 coverage in the Netherlands.

May 19, 2024 14:10 UTC

Norovirus, also known as the "winter vomiting bug", is a stomach bug that triggers vomiting and diarrhoea, reports the Mirror. The NHS emphasises that the primary risk associated with norovirus is dehydration, hence those infected are urged to keep themselves well-hydrated. "Apart from the risk of dehydration, norovirus is not generally dangerous and there are usually no long-lasting effects," the NHS explains. The NHS further advises: "If you have severe dehydration get medical help again as soon as possible. (The symptoms of severe dehydration include severe thirst, dry, wrinkled skin, sunken eyes and not being able to pass urine)."

May 19, 2024 14:02 UTC





Scheffler, 27, allegedly ignored police orders to pull over as he approached the scene of the accident on Friday morning. He reportedly drove forward for around 20 yards being told to stop, dragging an officer along with him in his car. Scheffler was able to continue in the US PGA following his arrest. However, according to the Daily Mail, Scheffler is set to have the charges against him dropped by prosecutors. Jefferson County prosecutors are reportedly content to close the case without further action, and will free Scheffler on Tuesday morning.

May 19, 2024 13:58 UTC

AdvertisementEva Longoria, Eiza González and Alessandra Ambrosio were dressed to the nines at the Women In Cinema Gala on Saturday during this year's Cannes Film Festival. For the star-studded event, Longoria, 49, was a golden goddess in a glamorous gown, covered in glistening rhinestones, with a figure-hugging silhouette. To go with her golden gown, she wore dangling yellow diamond earrings and a shimmering bronze makeup look. The actress put on a sultry display in a strapless black gown with a dramatic opening on the side to showcase her toned legs. Natasha Poly, 38, looked red hot in a sequined gown with a straight neckline with skinny black straps and flower embroidery.

May 19, 2024 13:52 UTC

The army in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it foiled an attempted coup after gunmen tried to attack homes of senior government officials including that of President Felix Tshisekedi. Witnesses reported fierce gunfire as the assailants raised the flag of Zaire in places around the Palais de la Nation ( State house). The attempt was carried out by "Congolese and foreigners who were put out of action, including their leader", he added. The attack on the Palais de la Nation was carried out simultaneously with another attack on the home of Vital Kamerhe, one of President Félix Tshisekedi's allies. News of a coup attempt in the DRC came five months after the election in which Tshisekedi earned his second term.

May 19, 2024 13:15 UTC

Raila: ODM will outlive meOpposition leader Raila Odinga on Saturday said Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party will be able to outlive his reign as the party leader, especially now that he is eyeing the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson post. Mr Odinga, he said figuratively, is the tree from which every one of them draws their strength. Mr Oparanya cautioned that Mr Odinga is irreplaceable. Don’t imagine you can replace Raila Amolo Odinga,” Mr Oparanya said, urging Junet to weed out elements of the ruling United Democratic Alliance in Migori. Mr Arati called on Mr Joho and Mr Oparanya not to pull apart but act together achieve the dreams and aspirations of ODM.

May 19, 2024 13:04 UTC

The army in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it foiled an attempted coup after gunmen tried to attack homes of senior government officials including that of President Felix Tshisekedi. Witnesses reported fierce gunfire as the assailants raised the flag of Zaire in places around the Palais de la Nation ( State house). The attempt was carried out by "Congolese and foreigners who were put out of action, including their leader", he added. The attack on the Palais de la Nation was carried out simultaneously with another attack on the home of Vital Kamerhe, one of President Félix Tshisekedi's allies. News of a coup attempt in the DRC came five months after the election in which Tshisekefi earned.his second term.

May 19, 2024 13:03 UTC

Orange Vanilla Coke Has Arrived As the First New Coca-Cola Flavor in Over a DecadeDiet Coke has rolled out a number of new flavors in the past few years, but the original Coca-Cola hasn’t been one to venture outside of the can recently—until now. The soda company announced the first new Coke flavor in more than a decade: Orange Vanilla Coke and Orange Vanilla Coke Zero Sugar. Starting on Feb. 25, Orange Vanilla will be available nationwide in 12-oz. The Orange Vanilla Coke has 140 calories per serving, while the Coke Zero version has 0 calories, of course. RELATED: We Tried Diet Coke’s New FlavorsCoke Zero got a makeover in 2017 when the company altered the recipe and relaunched it as Coke Zero Sugar.

May 19, 2024 12:59 UTC

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May 19, 2024 12:41 UTC

State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed on Sunday refuted claims that the Kenya Kwanza administration had consistently failed to allocate former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Office its budget despite Parliament approving the same on several occasions. According to Hussein, the office was lying unoccupied and Uhuru was free to put in a request to use it at his earliest convenience. Photo Moses Wetangula“It is very well known that the office is there, it is vacant and President Uhuru Kenyatta can use that office as and when he deems fit to use it,” stated Hussein. However, in response, the Spokesperson stated that there were channels and frameworks in place for the Former President to access the funds. Previously, Nation had reported that Uhuru had rejected the Nyari office and wanted to use his residence near State House, Nairobi.

May 19, 2024 11:41 UTC

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaking during a TV interview, Kuria said: “I don’t agree with the deputy president because we were elected by people to solve their issues. “Gachagua should be respected as the Deputy President and as the leader of Mt Kenya, because he is the region’s kingpin,” said Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga last year. Tongues began wagging about the DP’s hidden hand, when Kahiga, Gachagua’s key ally appeared to support the Limuru 111 meeting, saying leaders from Mt Kenya should be free to meet. “When Mt Kenya leaders meet to talk, you will start to hear people complaining but when Luhyas do so, no one complains.

May 19, 2024 11:39 UTC

Dustin Johnson suffered a freak injury in the bedroom with his wife, Paulina Gretzky, ahead of last year's PGA Championship. The LIV Golf player - who enters today's final at Valhalla one-under and tied for 69th - surprised everyone by mentioning his wife at a press conference held at Oak Hill Country Club in 2023. His performance showed only two finishes within the top 10 across the preliminary five events before bagging a win at LIV Golf Tulsa. Going in, I was going out to play Saudi International, and I tweaked my back right before that. It's just taken me a while to get back, get the patterns right, and just get my body moving right.

May 19, 2024 10:52 UTC