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Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley set to star in ‘The Thursday Murder Club’
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Quick Glance: Star-Studded Film Adaptation of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club
- A-listers Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and Ben Kingsley are set to play the main roles in the film adaptation of Richard Osman's bestselling mystery book.
- The director Chris Columbus, known for films like Home Alone and Harry Potter, will be at the helm.
- Osman's casting announcement was confirmed by himself and the quiz show host on his podcast.
- The book sparked a bidding war before being sold in 2019, and the film rights were acquired by Amblin Partners after competing with 13 other studios.
Crusaders thump Reds to break losing streak: Spurred on by an outstanding scrummaging performance, the Crusaders have handed the Rebels a 39-0 hiding to claim ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/crusaders-thump-reds-break-losing-streak
Met Police apologises to Stephen Lawrence's mother after breaking promise: It says the failure to answer questions raised by a BBC investigation is "totally ...
bbc.com/news/uk-68848842
Netflix Boards TV Adaptation Of ‘A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder’ Starring ‘Wednesday’s Emma Myers
deadline.com/2024/04/netflix-boards-a-good-girls-guide-to-murder-emma-myers-1235891367/
Why homicide rates are falling across the country: Homicides are falling across the U.S. And that shift could impact the role crime — often a top voter concern — ...
thehill.com/homenews/4606161-us-homicide-rates-falling/
Pro-Palestinian demonstration: Steinmeier greeted with shouts of “murderer” in Istanbul
n-tv.de/politik/Steinmeier-in-Istanbul-mit-Moerder-Rufen-begruesst-article24892216.html
Quick Glance: Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Turkey: Political Meeting in Istanbul
- Frank-Walter Steinmeier acknowledges the contributions of guest workers in Istanbul.
- Steinmeier emphasizes the importance of the relationship between Germany and Turkey.
- The President sends political signals by meeting with the Mayor of Istanbul.
- Steinmeier plans critical discussions with Turkish President Erdogan.
'We can’t find people to give the money to': The recently-formed Whakatipu Poppy Trust already has about $100,000 in its coffers but is struggling to ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/we-can%E28099t-find-people-give-money
Terrorist who murdered Benjamin Achimeir, 14, in West Bank attack earlier this month arrested overnight
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/terrorist-who-murdered-benjamin-achimeir-14-in-west-bank-attack-earlier-this-month-arrested-overnight/
Iconic Dunedin band honoured at awards: Iconic Dunedin band Look Blue Go Purple has been honoured at this year's Taite Music Awards ...
odt.co.nz/entertainment/music/iconic-dunedin-band-honoured-awards
Murder in Spain: Audrey Fang’s suspected killer identified as S’porean Mitchell Ong
straitstimes.com/singapore/murder-in-spain-audrey-fang-s-suspected-killer-identified-as-s-porean-mitchell-ong
Urinating man arrested for indecent exposure: A man has been arrested after allegedly exposing himself and urinating in front of passerbys on a busy Dunedin ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/urinating-man-arrested-indecent-exposure
Hurley’s heroics secure thrilling win for Green Island: Green Island fullback Finn Hurley went from zero to hero to lead his side to a 32-29 win over Taieri in a ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/club-rugby/hurley%E28099s-heroics-secure-thrilling-win-green-island
Hyde St party in full swing: Thousands of Dunedin's students are partying hard, but relatively quietly at the infamous Hyde St party, being held today.
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/campus/hyde-st-party-full-swing
Heilbronn: Murder verdict after speeding accident - 21-year-old sentenced to nine years in prison
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Quick Glance: Heilbronn Racer (21) Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison
- The Heilbronn District Court sentenced a 21-year-old driver to nine years in prison for the murder of a 42-year-old driver.
- The defendant lost control of his sports car in a 40 km/h zone and crashed into the victim's car at 100 km/h, resulting in the victim's death.
- The prosecution argued for a conviction on charges of murder and attempted murder due to a possible conditional intent to kill.
- Illegal street racing is considered a crime, leading to murder charges in cases of reckless driving and racing, as seen in the Heilbronn 21-year-old's case.
Minneapolis approves $150K settlement for witness to George Floyd's murder: The Minneapolis City Council has agreed to pay a $150,000 settlement to an eyewitness ...
apnews.com/article/george-floyd-witness-lawsuit-donald-williams-d8ed5bdf8dca22de2a243ec296d73db1
Brighton: Police apology over 1986 schoolgirls murder case: Karen Hadaway and Nicola Fellows, both aged nine, were killed in Brighton in 1986.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-sussex-68836232
Rare visitor makes himself at home: It's 7.30am. You’re a young elephant seal coming in from a hard weekend of diving and eating fish ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/rare-visitor-makes-himself-home
NZ shearer breaks merino solo record in Western Australia: Luke Vernon broke the previous record set in 2019 by shearing 500 merino ewes in eight hours.
rnz.co.nz/news/country/514393/nz-shearer-breaks-merino-solo-record-in-western-australia
O.J. Simpson's murder trial lost him the American dream: For a long time, O.J. Simpson had it all. He lived the American dream as a sports legend, movie actor ...
apnews.com/article/oj-simpson-dead-cancer-football-murder-trial-782a2c38373a695a9b12e4371ece9cf8
Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Sounds to Town runner raises $15,000: Conquering a 600km ultramarathon was not the only milestone Glenn Sutton reached last week. The Dunedin athlete still made ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/sounds-town-runner-raises-15000
Temporary fix for damaged rail bridge under way: KiwiRail has begun building the temporary supports needed to reopen Canterbury's Rangitata rail bridge ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/temporary-fix-damaged-rail-bridge-under-way
Man kills six people: Surveillance footage shows Sydney knife attacker: A knife attacker attacks several people in a busy shopping center in Sydney ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/panorama/Uberwachungsbilder-zeigen-Messerangreifer-von-Sydney-article24870630.html
Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Rural postie retires after 59-year career: When Freeman Willetts delivers your paper, he ensures it goes inside the letterbox. It has been a point of pride for ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/rural-postie-retires-after-59-year-career
'No bites': Central Otago subdivision lots fail to sell: An insecure housing market is driving a lack of sales at an Alexandra subdivision ...
odt.co.nz/regions/central-otago/no-bites-central-otago-subdivision-lots-fail-sell
Finding properties for buyers: Two Arrowtowners have launched the Arrowtown area’s first buyers’ agency, helping out-of-town, mostly high-end buyers find their ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/finding-properties-buyers
Last accused person in Orchard Towers fatal fight gets life imprisonment for murder
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/orchard-towers-fight-murder-life-sentence-jail-caning-verdict-4291186
'Really special': Another Joseph to wear black jersey: Maia Joseph was almost speechless when she picked up the phone. It is easy to understand why ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/really-special-another-joseph-wear-black-jersey
UPDATE: Schoolboy charged with murder in stabbing death of Raneil Plummer: ST JAMES, Jamaica — The 14-year-old Irwin High School student who was taken into ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/25/update-schoolboy-charged-murder-stabbing-death-raneil-plummer/
Security guard charged with murder of Dazzell woman: Stephan Hope, a 31-year-old security officer of Haslington, East Coast Demerara has been charged with the ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/04/17/news/guyana/security-guard-charged-with-murder-of-dazzell-woman/
Dad who left baby son Ollie Davis with 40 bone fractures jailed for murder: The jury was told how five-week-old Ollie Davis was found lifeless in his crib at ...
itv.com/news/central/2024-04-10/ollie-davis-dad-jailed-for-murdering-baby-son-who-suffered-snapped-neck
Quick Glance: Father of Ollie Davis Receives Life Sentence for Murdering Infant Son
- A father has been convicted and sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his five-week-old baby, who tragically passed away due to a broken neck.
- The judge at Loughborough Court highlighted that medical professionals confirmed Ollie's extensive injuries, including 23 rib fractures, typically associated with a “high energy car crash.”
- Michael Davis was handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 22 years, while the mother of the baby, Kayleigh Driver, received a seven-year prison term.
South island churches look to ditch insurance over high costs: Some Catholic churches are ditching traditional insurance policies - and say the money could be ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515293/south-island-churches-look-to-ditch-insurance-over-high-costs
Much of NZ 'dotted' with little-known volcanoes, scientist reveals: Saturday Morning - Many people do not know Northland was built on a volcanic field ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515340/much-of-nz-dotted-with-little-known-volcanoes-scientist-reveals
'Time to move on': Topp cafe closes in Canterbury: The Topp Country Cafe has closed its doors after six years in business. Business boomed at the cafe ...
odt.co.nz/business/time-move-topp-cafe-closes-canterbury
Viaduct bridge needs attention: report: Taieri Gorge railway corridor structures have been assessed as being in a satisfactory condition ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/viaduct-bridge-needs-attention-report
Salman Rushdie: Knife author dreamt about being stabbed just days before the attack
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/books/news/salman-rushdie-knife-attack-stabbing-dream-b2528742.html
Politicians murdered again before national elections in Mexico: Several politicians have been killed in Mexico in recent weeks. Now the murder of two local ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika/politiker-getoetet-mexiko-100.html
Earthworks near highway remain a mystery: Only one man seems to know and he is not talking. Mystery and rumour continue to surround significant earthworks on a ...
odt.co.nz/regions/earthworks-near-highway-remain-mystery
Spain murder: Limited edition sneakers worn by suspect match footprints at crime scene
straitstimes.com/singapore/spain-murder-limited-edition-sneakers-worn-by-suspect-match-footprints-at-crime-scene
Govt reveals first changes to Resource Management Act: Farming, mining and other industrial regulations are being scrapped or amended under the government's ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/govt-reveals-first-changes-resource-management-act
81-year-old charged with murder of Uber driver he mistakenly believed was a scammer, police say
cnn.com/2024/04/16/us/ohio-uber-driver-murder-charge/
'Deeply disappointed': Shotover Jet disrupts Anzac ceremonies: Ngāi Tahu Tourism has apologised for operating the Shotover Jet boat service during the ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/deeply-disappointed-shotover-jet-disrupts-anzac-ceremonies
Missing Israeli boy ‘murdered in a terrorist attack,’ body found in West Bank: IDF
thehill.com/policy/international/4591935-missing-israeli-boy-murdered-terrorist-attack-body-found-west-bank-idf/
Australia celebrates Amy Scott - Police officer and passers-by intervene in Sydney shooting
n-tv.de/panorama/Australien-feiert-Amy-Scott-Polizistin-und-Passanten-greifen-bei-Amoklauf-in-Sydney-ein-article24872192.html
Ex-officer wanted for 2 murders found dead in standoff, child found safe after Amber Alert
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/24/amber-alert-update-elias-huizar-roman-santos-oregon/73435920007/
A life of music and sport: Already well-known as a longtime guitarist with The Verlaines, Paul Winders has added to Arrowtown’s amazing pool of talented musos ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/life-music-and-sport
Before 'Breaking Bad,' Giancarlo Esposito considered arranging his own murder for insurance money
nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/breaking-bad-giancarlo-esposito-considered-arranging-murder-insurance-rcna148542
Quick Glance: Giancarlo Esposito Planned Hitman Attack before 'Breaking Bad' Success
- Giancarlo Esposito reveals he almost hired a hitman in 2008 before landing the iconic role of Gus Fring in 'Breaking Bad.'
- Facing financial struggles and rock bottom, Esposito devised a plan to fake his own death to secure his children's future.
- Although he never went through with the plan, Esposito reflects on the dark thoughts and the hope his role in 'Breaking Bad' brought him.
- Since his success in 'Breaking Bad,' Esposito has starred in significant roles in 'The Mandalorian' and 'The Boys.'
Suspect arrested in connection to broad daylight kidnapping, murder of Florida driver
nypost.com/2024/04/20/us-news/florida-man-arrested-in-connection-to-carjacking-murder-of-katherine-altagracia-guerrero-de-aguasvivas/
What if I asked them why they support murderers and rapists?: Many fear that it’s like the 1930s, when age-old hatred resurfaced ahead of the murder of six ...
blogs.timesofisrael.com/what-if-i-asked-them-why-they-support-murderers-and-rapists/
Jill Dando: Famous TV presenter's murder remains unsolved 25 years after her killing
itv.com/news/westcountry/2024-04-26/jill-dando-tv-presenters-murder-remains-unsolved-25-years-after-killing
More than $6.8m owed by failed Wishbone: National cafe chain Wishbone, which had an outlet at Dunedin Hospital, owes creditors more than $6.8 million ...
odt.co.nz/business/more-68m-owed-failed-wishbone
Body of Benjamin Achimeir, 14, found in West Bank; IDF, Shin Bet say he was murdered in terror attack
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/body-of-benjamin-achimeir-14-found-in-west-bank-idf-shin-bet-say-he-was-murdered-in-terror-attack/
Yvonne Fletcher murder: Libyan suspect faces private prosecution: A police officer who held the hand of his dying colleague has launched a rare private ...
bbc.com/news/uk-england-68826304
Southern Motorway crash leaves one critically injured: One person was critically injured in a crash on the Southern Motorway (SH1) at Green Island last night ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/southern-motorway-crash-leaves-one-critically-injured
Weird and wonderful on city’s Hyde St: Colourful costumes, music and a plentiful supply of alcohol turned Dunedin’s Hyde St into party central at the weekend ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/weird-and-wonderful-city%E28099s-hyde-st
NZ Agricultural Show cancelled: Financial worries have forced the organisers of the New Zealand Agricultural Show in Christchurch to postpone the event this year ...
odt.co.nz/rural-life/rural-events/nz-agricultural-show-cancelled
Forestry conversions are putting land at risk, farmer says: "We just hate to see our land for future generations put at such risk." Quintin Hazlett ...
odt.co.nz/rural-life/rural-people/forestry-conversions-are-putting-land-risk-farmer-says
Panel nixes further greenfield housing areas: No additional areas in Dunedin have been indicated for greenfields residential development because enough housing ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/panel-nixes-further-greenfield-housing-areas
Murder investigation after disappearance of Bedfordshire woman last seen five months ago
itv.com/news/anglia/2024-04-20/murder-investigation-after-disappearance-of-woman-last-seen-five-months-ago
Hefty price tag attached to Kombi: Baby-boomers who bought an old Kombi van in the 1960s or ’70s to travel around Europe might well find this a sad story ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/hefty-price-tag-attached-kombi
Big prefabricated homes may be NZ’s largest: Despite the challenges of delivering a home about as long as an Airbus A320 aircraft by truck ...
odt.co.nz/business/big-prefabricated-homes-may-be-nz%E28099s-largest
Thousands gather in remembrance: Despite heavy rain and strong winds in parts of Otago and Southland, the Anzac spirit was strong and southerners turned out en ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/thousands-gather-remembrance
Slain soldier had proposed with ring donated by father bereaved on October 7: When Dor Zimel got a day off from reserve duty in late October he scrambled to plan ...
timesofisrael.com/slain-soldier-proposed-with-a-ring-donated-by-father-who-lost-his-son-on-october-7/
Cost-cutting at agency that spent $700k on Covid pins: The previous government set aside $2 million on lapel pins to honour thousands of Covid-19 workers ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/cost-cutting-agency-spent-700k-covid-pins
Spain murder suspect was self-proclaimed financial ‘expert’ involved in multiple businesses
straitstimes.com/singapore/spain-murder-suspect-was-self-proclaimed-financial-expert-involved-in-multiple-businesses
‘Best rally in the world,’ Otago Classic winner says: Former world championship star Kris Meeke came, saw and duly conquered at this weekend’s Otago Classic ...
odt.co.nz/sport/motorsport/%E28098best-rally-world%E28099-otago-classic-winner-says
School block naming an ‘honour’: If you teach at a school for long enough, colleagues start to give you a ribbing and tell you "you’re part of the ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/school-block-naming-%E28098honour%E28099
Backdown over plan to remove parks: Port Chalmers residents are claiming victory after a U-turn over a controversial plan to remove parking spaces ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/backdown-over-plan-remove-parks
Father: He wanted a girlfriend: Sydney attacker probably targeted women specifically
n-tv.de/panorama/Angreifer-von-Sydney-ging-wohl-gezielt-auf-Frauen-los-article24873280.html
Four players from one club suspended: The North Otago union has sent a "loud and clear" message that ill discipline will not be tolerated after four ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/club-rugby/four-players-one-club-suspended
Three suspects linked to 30 murders shot dead in Booysens, Joburg: Three suspects were shot dead and three others were arrested after a shootout with a law ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-16-three-suspects-linked-to-30-murders-shot-dead-in-booysens-joburg/
Doubt over Albany St cycleway consultation: A Dunedin businessman says he has "next to no confidence" the city council will consult properly about a ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/dcc/doubt-over-albany-st-cycleway-consultation
Search continues for missing fisherman in North Otago: A search is continuing for a fisherman who went missing near the Waitaki river mouth on Monday ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/search-continues-missing-fisherman-north-otago
Young man killed in Ashburton farm incident named: Police have named the man killed in a workplace incident at a farm in Ashburton.
odt.co.nz/news/national/young-man-killed-ashburton-farm-incident-named
Police relaxed ahead of Hyde St party: In years gone by, the annual Hyde St student party has been a beacon for bedlam and mayhem. But Dunedin police are feeling ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/police-relaxed-ahead-hyde-st-party
'We don't like to live with hate in our hearts' – Luke Fleurs' family
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-12-we-dont-like-to-live-with-hate-in-our-hearts-luke-fleurs-family/
Smashing pumpkin: A 6-year-old has smashed last year’s record for the biggest giant pumpkin entered in a South Otago competition ...
odt.co.nz/rural-life/rural-events/smashing-pumpkin
Fred’s story brought to life: A story of bravery, war and a broken heart has brought some tangible reward for an Invercargill woman. Cindy Kennedy ...
odt.co.nz/southland/fred%E28099s-story-brought-life
‘Gone berserk’: Vandals plague Lumsden loos: A public toilet block in a small Southland town is battling ongoing vandalism, forcing the council to explore new ...
odt.co.nz/southland/%E28098gone-berserk%E28099-vandals-plague-lumsden-loos
ODT quiz: April 25: Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Thursday, April 25.
odt.co.nz/entertainment/odt-quiz/odt-quiz-april-25
Amanda Knox faces new slander trial in Italy. Follow the latest updates: Amanda Knox is back on trial for slander for wrongly accusing a Congolese man of ...
apnews.com/article/amanda-knox-slander-meredith-kercher-murder-italy-bf365f08a59698ffcfd31f208c1a7d9e
Quick Glance: Amanda Knox Faces New Slander Trial in Italy
- The upcoming trial in Italy could remove the last legal stain against Amanda Knox, following her acquittal from the murder charge of her British roommate by Italy's highest court eight years ago.
- Knox has built a life in the US, working as an advocate, writer, podcaster, and producer, while advocating for criminal justice reform.
- Despite the 2015 definitive ruling by Italy's Cassation Court clearing Knox of guilt, doubts about her role linger, especially within Italy.
- In her upcoming trial, Knox is expected to testify, although her lawyer mentioned she will not be present in court on the opening day.
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