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The Australian
3 days ago
- The Australian
Coolaroo, Melbourne: Footage of arrest as police taser knife-wielding man
Footage of a knife-wielding man being tasered and arrested in Melbourne's north has emerged. The video was filmed on Monday night as police detained the man, in his 40s, at a commercial precinct in Coolaroo. The arrest comes after knife attacks at Melbourne shopping centres over the weekend, one of which resulted in a man having his hand amputated. In this latest incident, a man is filmed calmly walking through a carpark as police shout at him to drop the knife. Police were initially called to Motto Drive about 6pm to reports of a man with a knife behaving erratically. The man is hit with a Taser after walking through the carpark and ignoring police. Picture: Facebook In the 85s clip – posted to social media – he walks cooly across the carpark as sirens blare. Police then taser him, and a member of the public kicks him as the police pile on top. A member of the public picks up the knife, which appears to be a wooden-handled hunting knife, about 20cm in length. A police spokesperson said officers were called to reports of an armed man behaving erratically outside a youth centre. A member of the public picked up the knife. Picture: Facebook 'Police arrived and attempted to intercept a white Toyota SUV in a carpark before the driver got out of the vehicle wielding a knife,' the spokesperson said. 'A Taser was deployed and the man was arrested. 'A 43-year-old Craigieburn man was conveyed to a police station for interview.' Police want any witnesses to come forward. Over the weekend, two knife attacks occurred at Melbourne shopping centres – one in nearby Broadmeadows, and one in the southwestern suburb of Altona Meadows. At the Altona Meadows incident on Saturday about 8pm, a 33-year-old man was set upon, his arm was allegedly slashed with a machete, and the assailants took his phone. The Herald Sun reports the male victim had the lower part of an arm amputated at the Royal Melbourne Hospital on Sunday. The second incident occurred in the northern suburb of Broadmeadows on Sunday about 6.30pm. Police were called to Broadmeadows Central after a 17-year-old male was stabbed. He sustained critical injuries. Blair Jackson Reporter Blair's journalism career has taken him from Perth, to New Zealand, Queensland and now Melbourne. Blair Jackson
Global News
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Ontario adding 150 more jail beds in Niagara, Milton, Sudbury
Ontario's solicitor general says the province is adding 150 beds to three jails across the province using modular construction. Michael Kerzner made the announcement Thursday at the Niagara Detention Centre, which will expand by 50 spaces, as will the Vanier Centre for Women in Milton, and the Cecil Facer Youth Centre in Sudbury, which is also being converted to an adult facility. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Construction is expected to begin next year and cost the province more than $180 million. The announcement comes not long after the province's ombudsman raised concerns about an overcrowding 'crisis' in Ontario's correctional facilities, saying some are operating at more than 150 per cent of their capacity, compromising safety for inmates and staff alike. Premier Doug Ford has also recently been pushing the federal government for stricter bail laws and urging judges and justices of the peace not to let violent, repeat offenders out on bail when they are charged with a new crime. Story continues below advertisement Provincial jails hold people accused of a crime but not out on bail, as well as those serving sentences of two years less a day, but the vast majority fit into the first category and have not been convicted.
Muscat Daily
17-07-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Youth Centre partners with OOMCO and Nikon to empower Omani freelancers and photographers
Muscat – In a major step to empower Omani youth and enhance their skills across freelance and professional photography, the Youth Centre has signed two cooperation agreements with Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO) and Nikon. The agreements were signed by His Excellency Basil bin Ahmed al Rawas, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth for Sports and Youth, on behalf of the Youth Centre. Representing OOMCO was CEO Tariq bin Mohammed Al Junaidi, while Anil Khimji, Member of the Board of Directors at Khimji Ramdas Group, signed on behalf of Nikon. The agreement with OOMCO will see the launch of the third edition of the Tamakun Self-Employment Program, which aims to empower 200 young men and women who are self-employed. Running from September to December 2025, the programme focuses on equipping youth with the skills and tools needed to transform their talents into sustainable sources of income. The second agreement, signed with Nikon, is designed to support youth in the field of professional photography. It includes the implementation of advanced training programmes and the setup of fully equipped photography and audio studios at the Youth Centre. This initiative aims to create a space for young people to develop their creative capabilities and produce high-quality artistic and visual content. Commenting on the initiative, Ishaq bin Saud Al Manji, Public Relations and Partnerships Officer at the Youth Centre, said the agreements represent the Centre's continued commitment to building strategic partnerships with both governmental and private institutions. 'These partnerships are part of our mission to provide a stimulating environment for Omani youth through quality programmes that develop skills and open pathways for future success,' he said. He noted that the Tamakun programme has already proven its effectiveness in supporting young entrepreneurs and that this third edition aims to be even more impactful. 'We are also confident that the professional training and upgraded facilities made possible through our partnership with Nikon will significantly enhance the artistic and technical skills of Omani youth,' he added. The new agreements are part of broader efforts by the Youth Centre to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and creative expression among young Omanis, helping them to achieve their ambitions and contribute to the country's development.
Observer
15-07-2025
- Business
- Observer
Programmes look at agricultural, maritime sectors
MUSCAT: The Youth Centre, in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (Riyada), has launched a package of entrepreneurial programmes aimed at developing youth skills across various sectors, including agriculture, maritime affairs, logistics, technology and handicrafts. These youth programmes target individuals aged 15 to 34 in all governorates of the Sultanate of Oman, with each governorate hosting programmes tailored to its specific nature. The Agricultural Entrepreneurship Programme aims to equip young people with entrepreneurial skills in the agricultural sector and introduce them to promising opportunities within this field. Meanwhile, the Maritime Entrepreneurship Programme seeks to develop entrepreneurial skills among youth in the maritime domain by leveraging Oman's natural resources and strategic location. In the technical field, the Technology Entrepreneurship Programme focuses on enabling participants to invest their technological skills and transform them into scalable tech projects. Furthermore, the Logistics Entrepreneurship Programme emphasises empowering youth to innovate sustainable entrepreneurial projects in the logistics sector, enhancing their practical skills in areas such as storage and e-commerce. The Craft Entrepreneurship Programme has been introduced to utilise craftsmanship and artistic skills in building innovative entrepreneurial projects that preserve cultural identity, demonstrating a commitment to offering specialised programmes. Additionally, a programme for youth has been dedicated in collaboration with the Ministry of Education to foster the concept of independent work among the 15-17 age group. As part of the diversification of programmes offered, the Youth Camp (Design and Packaging) programme was launched, aiming to provide participants with essential skills in modern product design and packaging, aligning with market demands. It is worth noting that the number of beneficiaries from the Youth Centre's programmes reached 56,953 young men and women by the end of last June. - ONA
Muscat Daily
15-07-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
National drive launched to equip youth with entrepreneurial skills
Muscat – In an effort to empower young Omanis with skills suited to the sultanate's economic priorities, the Youth Centre has launched a set of targeted national programmes across all governorates in partnership with Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development. Focusing on citizens aged 15 to 34, the initiative is designed to foster entrepreneurship and build sector-specific capabilities in agriculture, maritime industries, logistics, technology and traditional crafts. The rollout of these programmes reflects the government's aim to nurture a new generation of entrepreneurs who are aligned with Oman Vision 2040. Each governorate hosts programmes tailored to its local context. In agriculturally rich areas, the Agricultural Entrepreneurship Programme trains youth in modern farming techniques, agribusiness models and investment opportunities within the sector. Similarly, the Maritime Entrepreneurship Programme is being deployed in coastal governorates to encourage business ventures that tap into Oman's strategic maritime assets. In the logistics field, young participants are being introduced to key elements of supply chain operations, warehousing and e-commerce under the Logistics Entrepreneurship Programme. It also highlights the growing role of Oman as a regional logistics hub. The Entrepreneurial Technology Programme is equipping youth with the tools to convert digital skills into tech-based enterprises, covering aspects such as innovation, coding and scalability of tech solutions. The Crafts Leadership Programme focuses on helping youth in creative fields build sustainable businesses that preserve Oman's cultural heritage. Participants are trained in branding, commercial viability and market alignment. To cultivate early awareness of self-employment, a separate programme has been launched in cooperation with Ministry of Education for school students aged 15 to 17. It promotes entrepreneurship and independent thinking at a formative stage. In response to growing market demand, a Design and Packaging Programme has also been introduced. It trains youth in product design, branding and packaging based on current consumer trends and export requirements.
