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Scoop
15 hours ago
- Scoop
Enquiries Ongoing Into Hamilton Aggravated Robbery
Hamilton Police are following solid lines of enquiry in their investigation of a recent violent aggravated robbery. About 1:40pm on Saturday 28 June, two men armed with a firearm entered a bar on Liverpool Street. The offenders presented the firearm at the sole worker in the bar and demanded cash before leaving the scene in a stolen vehicle. The offenders dumped the stolen car on Islington Street and fled in a waiting Toyota Surf, which was later dumped in Te Awamutu. Both vehicles used in the robbery have been recovered by Police and are undergoing forensic testing. Hamilton CIB Detective Sergeant Johnny O'Byrne says, thankfully, the victim of this incident was unharmed. 'However, they are understandably shaken and are receiving support. 'A dedicated team of detectives are currently following very strong lines of enquiry to locate the offenders and hold them to account,' he says. 'There is no place in our community for this type of violence against innocent people just going about their work, the use of firearms is of particular concern.' 'Waikato Police would like to reassure the community that we will continue to work hard to hold these offenders to account, and we are asking members of the public with any information regarding this offending or the locations of the offenders to reach out to us,' Detective Sergeant O'Byrne says. Anyone with information can contact Police via 105 quoting file number 250628/3013 or anonymously provide information via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Bangkok Post
a day ago
- Bangkok Post
Police probe temple funds as abbot flees
Police are tracking the financial transactions of Wat Tritossathep to determine the connections between the Bangkok temple's former abbot and a woman he knew. The move came after former abbot Phra Thepwachirapamok, 54, also known as Chao Khun Archawa, suddenly left the monkhood for an unknown reason and fled to Laos. The financial transactions and history of many individuals are under investigation but no definitive wrongdoing has been discovered yet, said Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat Pankaew, deputy commissioner of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB). He said that if any temple funds were transferred to the woman in question, the former abbot would be held culpable. However, if the money was the former abbot's, no wrongdoing would be found. The woman would also be charged if she knowingly received temple funds. When questioned about the former abbot's past, Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat noted that a full background check is still pending, while describing him as a relatively young monk who rapidly ascended through the ranks. However, the reasons behind his swift promotions are unclear. Regarding the female associate, Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat indicated that she would be summoned for questioning only after the financial investigation yields evidence. Officers from the CIB's Anti-Corruption Division and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) previously met Wat Tritossathep's acting abbot to inspect the temple's assets following allegations of temple fund embezzlement. Chao Khun Archawa was summoned for questioning late last month but refused to show up before travelling to Wat Chan Samakkhi in Nong Khai province in the Northeast to resign from his monastic duties. Meanwhile, Buddhist scholar Jaturong Jongarsa raised questions regarding Chao Khun Archawa's disappearance, asking whether it was voluntary or forced. The former abbot has been a monk for 34 years within the Dhammayuttika Nikaya order. He was educated to a high level in ecclesiastical Pali and had a bachelor's degree in religious studies. During his monastic career he took on significant administrative roles and was appointed as the abbot in 2022. Due to his positions, he would have received a total monthly allowance of 27,400 baht.
Bangkok Post
2 days ago
- Bangkok Post
CIB probes temple funds as abbot flees
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) is tracking the financial transactions of Wat Tritossathep temple to determine the connections between a former abbot and a woman he knew. The move came after former abbot Phra Thepwachirapamok, 54, also known as "Chao Khun Archawa", suddenly left the monkhood for an unknown reason and fled to a neighbouring country. CIB deputy commissioner Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat Pankaew said many individuals' financial transactions and history are under investigation but no definitive wrongdoing has been discovered yet. He said if any temple funds were transferred to the woman in question, the former abbot would be held culpable. However, if the money was the former abbot's, no wrongdoing would be found. The woman would also be charged if she knowingly received temple funds. When questioned about the former abbot's past, Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat noted that a full background check is still pending, while describing him as a relatively young monk who rapidly ascended through the ranks. However, the reasons behind his swift promotions are unclear. Regarding the female associate, Pol Maj Gen Jaroonkiat indicated that she would be summoned for questioning only after the financial investigation yields evidence. Officers from the CIB's Anti-Corruption Division and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) previously met Wat Tritossathep's acting abbot to inspect the temple's assets following allegations of temple fund embezzlement. Chao Khun Archawa was summoned for questioning late last month but refused to show up before travelling to Wat Chan Samakkhi in Nong Khai province in the Northeast to resign from his monastic duties. Meanwhile, Buddhist scholar Jaturong Jongarsa raised questions regarding Chao Khun Archawa's disappearance, asking whether it was voluntary or forced. The former abbot has been a monk for 34 years within the Dhammayuttika Nikaya order. He was educated to a high level in ecclesiastical Pali and had a bachelor's degree in religious studies. During his monastic career he took on significant administrative roles and was appointed as the abbot in 2022. Due to his positions, he would have received a total monthly allowance of 27,400 baht.
Zawya
4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
USD exchange rates below EGP 50-mark at Egyptian banks on Sunday
Arab Finance: The exchange rate of the US dollar to the Egyptian pound retreated on Sunday. At the Suez Canal Bank, the dollar recorded EGP 49.65 for buying and EGP 50.75 for selling by 3:53 pm. The US dollar traded at EGP 49.64 for buying and EGP 49.74 for selling at the Commercial International Bank Egypt (CIB), Banque Misr, and the National Bank of Egypt (NBE). The exchange rate hit EGP 49.63 for buying and EGP 49.73 for selling at Al Baraka Bank Egypt. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
BBVA introduces digital bank in Germany
BBVA has launched its fully digital bank in Germany, marking its second such offering in Europe. The Spanish banking group had earlier operated in Germany through its Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) arm. The introduction of its digital bank in the country follows a launch in Italy at the end of 2021. The German proposition offers a checking account with a 3% interest rate for the first year as well as a debit card with 3% cashback on purchases, both free of fees. BBVA's digital banking services in Germany include free access to approximately 70,000 ATMs and cash withdrawal points throughout the country, with no charge for withdrawals exceeding €150. It supports instant SEPA transfers, direct debits, and a digital service for switching accounts, all free of cost. The digital bank provides 'flexible' financing options, such as the Pay&Plan programme, one-click personal loans and the Dispokredit overdraft facility. BBVA CEO Onur Genç said: 'We're bringing something new to Germany. A banking experience that combines the simplicity and convenience of a fee-free account, typical of digital actors, with the full range of products, reliability, and trust of a universal bank.' 'We believe German customers are ready for a fresh alternative that's mobile-first, transparent, and backed by the strength and reputation of a global bank like BBVA.' BBVA Germany operates under a full banking licence, providing German IBAN accounts that are protected under the European Deposit Protection scheme up to €100,000. The bank said its digital app has been designed to offer features like card management, 'secure' payments, 'real-time' updates, and budgeting tools. BBVA Germany has also introduced payment cards without printed data, featuring a dynamic CVV. Recently, the bank's Sabadell acquisition faced a delay as the Spanish government imposed a mandatory three-year waiting period before the two entities can integrate their operations. "BBVA introduces digital bank in Germany" was originally created and published by Retail Banker International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
