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The Citizen
15-05-2025
- The Citizen
Three charged with attempted hijacking, robbery
A dramatic turn of events saw police arrest three suspects for attempted hijacking and possession of an illegal firearm in Cullinan on May 12. The incident occurred around 15:10. According to police spokesperson Captain Johan van Dyk, a motorist was driving along the M10 when he was approached by armed suspects in an attempted hijacking. According to his statement, the victim pulled over to the side of the road when a white VW Jetta stopped in front of him. 'Three men exited the vehicle, one armed with a firearm and instructed him to get out of his car.' Van Dyk explained that before the suspects could proceed with their crime, they noticed a police vehicle approaching. He said the suspects panicked, ordered the victim to leave, and quickly fled back into their vehicle. 'The nearby police officers were immediately alerted and responded swiftly. They managed to intercept the suspects and apprehended all three,' van Dyk said. He said a police search of the suspects uncovered a firearm with eight rounds of bullets. He said the suspects were unable to provide a valid explanation for possession of the weapon. 'The suspects were arrested and charged with attempted hijacking as well as possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition,' said van Dyk. He added that further investigation is underway to determine if the suspects are linked to other criminal activities. The firearm will also be subjected to ballistic testing to establish if it has been used in previous crimes. Major-General Samuel Thine, District Commissioner of Tshwane, praised the officers involved for their swift response and commitment to ensuring community safety. Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Hype Malaysia
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
German DJ Paul van Dyk To Bring 'This World Is Ours' Tour To KL This Week
If you're looking for an excuse to party and dance your stress away, then we've got an event for you! Kuala Lumpur's nightlife reaches new heights as German DJ and record producer Paul van Dyk takes over Lane 23 this week, marking an exclusive stop on his 'This World Is Ours' album tour. A pioneer in electronic music, van Dyk has shaped the global trance scene for decades. Now, he brings his unmistakable sound to Lane 23, where music isn't just heard — it's experienced. Backed by Lane 23's state-of-the-art L-Acoustics system, his set promises an immersive journey into the heart of trance. The upcoming event will feature tracks from his latest album, including 'Back 2 The FVTR' and 'Stay', alongside reimagined classics such as 'For an Angel', a track that continues to shape dance floors around the world. In collaboration with Livescape Group, this event is more than just a stop on the tour—it's a rare opportunity to witness a pioneer at work in a venue built for epic music experiences. Details of the event are as follows: Paul van Dyk – 'This World Is Ours' Tour Date: 24th April 2025 (Thursday) 24th April 2025 (Thursday) Time: 11pm 11pm Venue: Lane 23, Kuala Lumpur Tickets for Paul van Dyk at Lane 23 are still available, with general admission priced at RM120. Groups can also take advantage of a Buy 5, Get 1 Free offer until the show date. Secure your tickets via Ticketmelon and Ticket2U. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your friends and have the best night of your life before the weekend starts! Here's a sneak peek of what you can expect from the DJ:
Chicago Tribune
21-04-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Column: South Sububan Land Bank rehabs Park Forest house in pilot project
No matter the community, there are vacant and neglected homes not fully owned and not legally abandoned. These are the 'zombies' of local housing and, like the walking dead of movie fame, these dwellings are to be avoided. Uncut grass, decrepit gutters, a bad roof and unpaid taxes are the usual logos of decay, often caused by death, debt or disinterest. Be it the vacant house next door, down the street or in the community in which you live, this virus of neglect infects everyone. Sadly, the hardscrabble south suburbs are often seen as the epicenter of this plague, and that is what the 13-year-old South Suburban Land Bank, comprised of 28 communities, is confronting with injections of time, money and work. The agency has rejuvenated some 200 homes, businesses and vacant lots. The rehabbing of these decrepit buildings is not something a village wants to be in, says Andrew Brown, Park Forest's assistant director of economic development That's where the land bank steps in, getting title to properties by paying all debts and working to develop, sell or demolish the property, thus eliminating the pungent odor of decay before putting it on the market. Under the leadership of Joe van Dyk, the executive director of the land bank, it has, for the first time in its existence, bought and then rehabbed an entire house. This pilot project is a two-story house at 345 Miami in Park Forest, on the market for $179,999 after the land bank spent about $130,000 in a clean-up, fix-up, patch-up effort that turned a community eyesore into a home with up-to-date plumbing, new kitchen fixtures, glistening floors and what was said to be some 50 gallons of paint covering the inside and outside of the house. It also exudes the heady perfume of a new beginning, 'and it is affordable,' said van Dyk. Doing it this way 'gives us more control over the outcome,' he said. Chances are, van Dyk said, 'that if you have a vacant or abandoned home some 300 feet from your property your values will go down.' This program is meant to stabilize communities and increase the tax base. Even zombies can be reborn under this plan. Last December, in Crain's Chicago Business, van Dyk wrote that along with a fragile economic base, the area, now challenged by extremely high property taxes, needs new taxpayers by expanding the tax base. He notes under Cook County's recent increase in 2023, Harvey's median tax bill increased 82%. In Calumet Park, by 72%. In Phoenix, by 107%. In just the last two years, van Dyk wrote, the land bank 'reactivated 75 properties, generating $930,000 in new tax revenue,' as well as employing local electricians, carpenters, painters and builders. Kicking the can Johnnie Thomas, the Rich Township School District 227 superintendent, earns more than $307,000 this year; a salary that will increase to nearly $336,000 by the end of the 2028 school year. When the rumor spread that Thomas was asking for a year's extension on his contract, as well as requesting he receive medical benefits for 12 years after his departure, one might think irate district residents facing massive property taxes hikes would storm last Wednesday's board meeting. Not quite. Before the board went into closed session, Richton Park resident Kim Jones was the lone voice heard as she urged the board to vote no on both the proposed increase in salary and perks. Jones estimated the total cost to the district would amount to $1,5 million in salary and benefits, adding her tax bill increased to more than $6,500 and that 'our community cannot afford this.' After more than one hour of discussion the board returned. Board President Andrea Bond combed though some of the issues before quietly announcing the proposal was tabled, proving again that a hot potato always needs an asbestos glove.
