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Irish Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Nearly 50 XL Bully dogs surrendered since dangerous breed outlawed in Ireland
Nearly 50 dogs have been surrendered to local authorities since a new law outlawing the dogs came into effect. Since February 1, it has been illegal to own the dangerous dog without a 'certificate of exemption'. The decision by the last Government followed a number of high-profile attacks by the XL Bully dogs. This includes the tragic fatal attack on Nicole Morey, 23, in Limerick in June 2024. In November 2022, nine-year-old Alejandro Mizsan was savagely attacked by a 10-month-old XL Bully dog, suffering injuries to his face, body and legs. From October 2024, it became illegal to import, breed, rehome or resell an XL Bully dog. In February, it became illegal to own an XL Bully dog unless you have a Certificate of Exemption. The certificate means a person can keep their XL Bully at their address until the end of their natural life. In response to queries from Fine Gael TD Maeve O'Connell, Rural Protection Minister Dara Calleary confirmed that 'over 1,800 applications for 'Certificates of Exemption' were received, and to date almost 1,000 have been granted'. Mr Calleary said: 'A 'Certificate of Exemption' cannot be granted for an XL Bully that has not yet been neutered or deemed medically unfit for neutering. 'As it is not advised to neuter an XL Bully type dog until it has reached full maturity, the number of 'Certificates of Exemption' granted is likely to increase each month going forward and will not be definitive until the June 2026 figures are provided by local authorities.' Minister Calleary told Deputy O'Connell that local authorities do not provide his Department with details of the number of XL Bully-type dogs seized. However, he confirmed that 48 dogs had been surrendered between the ban's effective date and the end of March. This included 11 in Dublin City Council and 10 in Limerick. Dogs were also surrendered in 16 other local authority areas including Cavan (two), Cork city (four), Donegal (two), Fingal (two), Galway city (one), Kildare (four), Longford (one), Louth (one), Mayo (one), Meath (one), Sligo (one), South Dublin (two), Tipperary (two) and Waterford (three).
Globe and Mail
30-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
FrontFundr Shatters Records, Releases 2024 Community Capital Report
TORONTO, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FrontFundr, Canada's leading equity crowdfunding platform, today unveiled its 2024 Community Capital Report, showcasing a groundbreaking year that signals a major shift in Canada's private investing landscape. In 2024, the platform facilitated an impressive $68.3 million in capital across 66 successful campaigns, more than doubling the amount raised in 2023. This milestone marks a turning point in how Canadians are engaging with private markets and demonstrates the growing appeal of equity crowdfunding. Since its launch in 2015 through December 31, 2024, FrontFundr facilitated over $258 million in capital through nearly 28,000 investments through its online platform, solidifying its leadership in Canada's fast-growing equity crowdfunding sector. The platform now holds an impressive 93% market share under the National Instrument 45-110 Startup Crowdfunding (prospectus) Exemption, underscoring its pivotal role in democratizing access to capital for early-stage companies. Noteworthy campaigns in 2024 include Blossom Social, which raised $1.35 million in just 3.5 days, and Edison Motors, which secured $2.4 million in 2024 alone—setting new benchmarks for crowdfunding success in Canada. "Equity crowdfunding is no longer a niche alternative; it's becoming a central component of how Canadians invest in the future they want to build," said Peter-Paul Van Hoeken, Founder and CEO of FrontFundr. "Our growth reflects a broader movement toward the retailization of private markets, empowering the public to participate, providing emerging companies better access to capital, and creating a more inclusive financial system." Key highlights from the 2024 report include: Investor Growth: Women now represent 26% of investors; individuals aged 30–39 were the most active investors. Sector Leadership: Finance led with over $55 million raised, followed by strong growth in technology, cleantech manufacturing, and food & beverage. Regional Highlights: Ontario led with $35.6 million raised, followed by British Columbia and a resurgent Alberta, with notable growth across the Prairies. Strong Portfolio Performance: 87% of FrontFundr-funded companies remain active, with 13.7% achieving liquidity events—including notable 2024 exits from Hempalta and Liquid Wind. Platform Innovation: New features like a redesigned investment workflow, the launch of FrontFundr Elite Circle, and a partnership with StartEngine offering access to U.S. AI deals fueled a 17% increase in average investment size and a 97% increase in new investors. Platform innovations—including a streamlined investment journey, the launch of FrontFundr Elite Circle, and a partnership with StartEngine to access U.S. Accredited Investor-only opportunities—helped boost average investment size by 17% and nearly double new investor sign-ups. 'This report captures a pivotal moment for Canada's private markets,' said Trieste Reading, VP of Growth at FrontFundr. '2024 wasn't just a breakout year for FrontFundr — it signaled a broader shift in how Canadians think about investing and ownership. Canadians are stepping up to back the businesses and causes they care about — and that's changing the future of finance.' The release of the 2024 Community Capital Report comes at a time of growing global momentum to expand access to private markets. This shift was underscored by BlackRock CEO Larry Fink's 2025 annual letter, which called for democratizing private market opportunities so everyday investors—not just the wealthy—can benefit from the returns of economic growth. As FrontFundr approaches its 10th anniversary in 2025, the platform remains steadfast in its mission to open doors for all Canadians to invest in businesses that reflect their values and shape the future. The full Community Capital Report 2024 is available at About FrontFundr FrontFundr is Canada's leading private markets investing platform, empowering startups and growth-stage companies to raise capital from their biggest supporters—everyday Canadians. Since 2015, FrontFundr has enabled thousands of investors to access vetted investment opportunities in private companies, from promising startups to established growth businesses. Whether you're a seasoned investor or making your first-ever investment, FrontFundr makes it easy to participate in building the future of innovation and entrepreneurship in Canada. Learn more at
Economic Times
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
'Pakistan will die without water', says BJP MP Nishikant Dubey; applauds govt's decision to suspend Indus Waters Treaty
"Pakistan will die without water, this is the 56-inch chest": BJP MP Nishikant Dubey applauds govt's decision to suspend Indus Water Treaty Synopsis Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India has decided to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey supported the decision, asserting that Pakistan would suffer without water. The government has also closed the Attari checkpost and cancelled SAARC visa exemptions for Pakistani nationals. Applauding the government's decision to suspend the Indus Waters treaty following the terror attack in Pahalgam, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said "Pakistan will die without water, this is the 56-inch chest." ADVERTISEMENT In a post on X, the BJP MP wrote that hookah, water and food would be stopped to them (Pakistan) and the workers of SanatBJP would kill them after torturing them. "Nehru ji, the hero of the agreement to give water to the snake, who, in order to get the Nobel Prize in 1960, shed the blood of Indians by giving them water of Indus, Ravi, Beas, Chenab, Sutlej, today Modi ji has stopped the food and water. Pakistanis will die without water, this is the 56-inch chest. Hookah, water, food and water will be stopped, we are workers of Sanatani BJP, we will kill them after torturing them," he said. On April 23, India announced a series of steps to give a strong message to Pakistan for its support to cross-border terrorism, stating that the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance and the integrated checkpost at Attari will be closed with immediate effect. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addressed a special press conference after a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security and said Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme. ADVERTISEMENT The CCS meeting, which lasted over two hours, was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi have been declared persona non grata, and they have a week to leave India. ADVERTISEMENT He said the overall strength of the High Commissions will be reduced to 30 from the current 55 through further reductions, to be implemented by May 1, 2025."Recognising the seriousness of this terrorist attack, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) decided upon the following measures: The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. The integrated checkpost Attari will be closed with immediate effect. Those who have crossed over with valid endorsements may return through that route before May 1, 2025," Misri said. ADVERTISEMENT "Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme. Any SPES visas issued in the past to Pakistani nationals are deemed cancelled. Any Pakistani national currently in India under SPES visa has 48 hours to leave India. The Defence, Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi are declared persona non grata. They have a week to leave India," he said India will be withdrawing its own Defence, Navy and Air advisors from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. "These posts in the respective High Commissions are deemed annulled," Misri said the CCS reviewed the overall security situation and directed all forces to maintain high vigil. It resolved that the perpetrators of the attack will be brought to justice and their sponsors held to account. ADVERTISEMENT "As with the recent extradition of Tahawwur Rana, India will be unrelenting in the pursuit of those who have committed acts of terror, or conspired to make them possible," he said that in the briefing to the CCS, the cross-border linkages of the terrorist attack were brought out. The attack, carried out by terrorists at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam on Tuesday, is one of the deadliest in the Valley since the 2019 Pulwama strike in which 40 CRPF jawans were killed. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the Business News, Breaking News, Budget 2025 Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Subscribe to The Economic Times Prime and read the ET ePaper online. NEXT STORY
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Pakistan will die without water', says BJP MP Nishikant Dubey; applauds govt's decision to suspend Indus Waters Treaty
Applauding the government's decision to suspend the Indus Waters treaty following the terror attack in Pahalgam, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey said "Pakistan will die without water, this is the 56-inch chest." In a post on X, the BJP MP wrote that hookah, water and food would be stopped to them (Pakistan) and the workers of SanatBJP would kill them after torturing them. — nishikant_dubey (@nishikant_dubey) "Nehru ji, the hero of the agreement to give water to the snake, who, in order to get the Nobel Prize in 1960, shed the blood of Indians by giving them water of Indus, Ravi, Beas, Chenab, Sutlej, today Modi ji has stopped the food and water. Pakistanis will die without water, this is the 56-inch chest. Hookah, water, food and water will be stopped, we are workers of Sanatani BJP, we will kill them after torturing them," he said. On April 23, India announced a series of steps to give a strong message to Pakistan for its support to cross-border terrorism , stating that the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance and the integrated checkpost at Attari will be closed with immediate effect. Live Events Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addressed a special press conference after a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security and said Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme. The CCS meeting, which lasted over two hours, was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Defence, Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi have been declared persona non grata, and they have a week to leave India. He said the overall strength of the High Commissions will be reduced to 30 from the current 55 through further reductions, to be implemented by May 1, 2025. "Recognising the seriousness of this terrorist attack, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) decided upon the following measures: The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. The integrated checkpost Attari will be closed with immediate effect. Those who have crossed over with valid endorsements may return through that route before May 1, 2025," Misri said. "Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme. Any SPES visas issued in the past to Pakistani nationals are deemed cancelled. Any Pakistani national currently in India under SPES visa has 48 hours to leave India. The Defence, Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi are declared persona non grata. They have a week to leave India," he added. He said India will be withdrawing its own Defence, Navy and Air advisors from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. "These posts in the respective High Commissions are deemed annulled," Misri said. Misri said the CCS reviewed the overall security situation and directed all forces to maintain high vigil. It resolved that the perpetrators of the attack will be brought to justice and their sponsors held to account. "As with the recent extradition of Tahawwur Rana, India will be unrelenting in the pursuit of those who have committed acts of terror, or conspired to make them possible," he said. Misri said that in the briefing to the CCS, the cross-border linkages of the terrorist attack were brought out. The attack, carried out by terrorists at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam on Tuesday, is one of the deadliest in the Valley since the 2019 Pulwama strike in which 40 CRPF jawans were killed.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pahalgam terror attack: "Final answer yet to be given," says Defence Expert, a day after India suspends Indus Water Treaty
A day after the Union government took a series of steps including the suspension of the Indus-Water Treaty in the wake of the Pahalgam terrror attack that claimed 26 lives, mostly tourists, and injured many more, Defence Expert Shiwalee Deshpande said that the final answer is yet to be given and that is going to be letal. "These are only diplomatic steps that our country, the final retribution, the final answer is yet to be given and that is going to be lethal, that is going to be something that Pakistan is never going to forget. So there are certain diplomatic steps like closing down the Attari border, also people who have gone to Pakistan should come back by May 1..." Deshpande told in Nagpur on Thursday. She echoed the sentiments of the country and said, "After the horrible attack in Pahalgam, the entire country wants retribution and the Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) also cut short his visit (from Saudi Arabia) and a high level delegation meeting was held. What does our country want? The citizens of the country want? They want certain strong answers, and they want that Pakistan should also bleed and pay in the same tone or rather a greater tone due to the terrorism in Pakistan," she said. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by A day after the terror attack, India on Wednesday announced a series of steps to give a strong message to Pakistan for its support to cross-border terrorism , stating that the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance and the integrated checkpost at Attari will be closed with immediate effect. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addressed a special press conference after a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security and said Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme. Live Events The CCS meeting, which lasted over two hours, was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi . Defence, Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi have been declared persona non grata, and they have a week to leave India. He said the overall strength of the High Commissions will be reduced to 30 from the current 55 through further reductions, to be implemented by May 1, 2025. "Recognising the seriousness of this terrorist attack, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) decided upon the following measures: The Indus Waters Treaty of 1960 will be held in abeyance with immediate effect until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. The integrated checkpost Attari will be closed with immediate effect. Those who have crossed over with valid endorsements may return through that route before May 1, 2025," Misri said. "Pakistani nationals will not be permitted to travel to India under the SAARC visa Exemption scheme. Any SPES visas issued in the past to Pakistani nationals are deemed cancelled. Any Pakistani national currently in India under SPES visa has 48 hours to leave India. The Defence, Military, Naval, and Air Advisors in the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi are declared persona non grata. They have a week to leave India," he added. He said India will be withdrawing its own Defence, Navy and Air advisors from the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. "These posts in the respective High Commissions are deemed annulled," Misri said. Misri said the CCS reviewed the overall security situation and directed all forces to maintain high vigil. It resolved that the perpetrators of the attack will be brought to justice and their sponsors held to account. "As with the recent extradition of Tahawwur Rana, India will be unrelenting in the pursuit of those who have committed acts of terror, or conspired to make them possible," he said. Misri said that in the briefing to the CCS, the cross-border linkages of the terrorist attack were brought out. The attack, carried out by terrorists at Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam on Tuesday, is one of the deadliest in the Valley since the 2019 Pulwama strike in which 40 CRPF jawans were killed.
