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At least 8 dead in English Channel migrant crossing, French authorities say
At least eight people died during a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France, French maritime authorities said Sunday.
The incident occurred Saturday just before midnight when authorities spotted a boat, carrying dozens, in distress near a beach in the northern town of Ambleteuse.
A French rescue ship was deployed to the area and rescue services offered medical assistance to 53 migrants on the beach, a statement from the French maritime authorities in charge of the Channel and the North Sea said.
“Despite the emergency care provided, eight people have died,” the statement said.
No people were discovered during the search at sea, it added.
Six people were taken to hospital “in relative emergency,” including a 10-month-old baby with hypothermia, Jacques Billant, the Pas-de-Calais prefect, told French media on Sunday. He said survivors of the accident come from Eritrea, Sudan, Syria, Afghanistan, Egypt and Iran.
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Survivors of the tragedy have been taken to the sports hall in Ambleteuse, according to a statement from the prefecture of Pas-de-Calais region. Prosecutor’s office in Boulogne-sur-mer has opened an investigation into the accident.
The incident Saturday occurred nearly two weeks after a boat carrying migrants ripped apart in the English Channel as they attempted to reach Britain from northern France, plunging dozens into the treacherous waterway and leaving 13 dead, officials said.
British officials were quick to express sadness over another English Channel incident.
“It’s awful,” Foreign Secretary David Lammy told the BBC. “It’s a further loss of life.”
The new Labour Party government has pledged to crack down on criminal gangs plying the channel trade and had discussed with European partners “how we go after those gangs, in co-operation upstream.”
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will be in Italy on Monday for talks with counterpart Giorgia Meloni about her efforts to tackle the problem “and the work they have done, particularly, with Albania.”
Starmer is interested the policy, under which Tirana will accept asylum seekers on Italy’s behalf while their claims are processed.
On Saturday, French coast guard and navy vessels rescued 200 people from the treacherous waters in the Pas-de-Calais area, according to a report sent by French maritime authorities in charge of the Channel and the North Sea.
They said they observed 18 attempts of boat departures from France to Britain on Saturday.
Before Saturday’s accident, at least 43 migrants had died or gone missing while trying to cross to the U.K. this year, according to the International Organization for Migration.
In July, four migrants died while attempting the crossing on an inflatable boat that capsized and punctured. Five others, including a child, died in another attempt in April. Five dead were recovered from the sea or found washed up along a beach after a migrant boat ran into difficulties in the dark and winter cold of January.
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With fall on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to buy new tools for your upcoming projects. Even better, Dewalt tools are currently discounted at Amazon ahead of the coming October Prime Day sale, also known as Prime Big Deal Days.
Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a pro, Dewalt offers a range of high-quality tools suitable for any project. During this sale, you can find items like cordless drills, power saws and tool accessories at super-low prices, with many options under $50.
Best Dewalt tool deals to shop ahead of October Prime Day
These Dewalt tools can help you complete your summer projects and start new fall ones. If you want to finally get that task done, make repairs and do some home improvements, there’s no better way than by using high-quality Dewalt tools to do it.
Here are our top Dewalt tool sale picks ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day.
Dewalt 20V Max orbital sander: 42% off
Amazon
With a brushless motor, Dewalt’s orbital sander delivers unmatched efficiency for smooth sanding. Adjust the speed from 8,000 to 12,000 OPM to tackle any task. Its low-profile design ensures precise sanding, and the replaceable, eight-hole hook-and-loop sanding pad makes paper changes a breeze. Say goodbye to dust issues with the dust-sealed switch, too. It’s a must-have for any tool lover.
Ge this orbital sander for just $104 (regularly $179).
“As I’ve gotten more into woodworking, I decided to upgrade to this, and man, is it a step up,” an Amazon customer says. “The vibration is much better than the Makita, the battery life is much better than the Black and Decker, the pad system holds well, and the dust bag system is very easy to remove and clean out.
“Love it. A real pleasure to work with. Not too loud, vibration is minimal, and easy to clean. The 20V battery system is great.”
Dewalt 20V Max cordless drill and impact driver power tool combo kit: 33% off
Amazon
This cordless drill kit packs a punch with 20 volts of power. Weighing only a pound, it’s lightweight and easy to handle. It can tackle big projects or fit into tight spaces with a two-speed transmission and a secure grip. This model is ideal for those hard-to-reach areas. Plus, it has a handy LED light ring for better visibility.
Get this combo kit for just $159 at Amazon, regularly $239.
“The cordless drill and impact driver are powerful and efficient, making light work of even the toughest tasks,” an Amazon reviewer says. “Whether I’m driving screws or drilling into tough materials, they handle everything flawlessly.
“The battery life is impressive too, with two batteries included, I rarely run out of power during a busy workday.”
Dewalt table saw: 18% off
Dewalt via Amazon
This table saw includes a 10-inch, 24-tooth carbide blade, a rolling stand, a push stick, a miter gauge, a rip fence, two blade wrenches and a blade guard assembly manual. Its rolling stand is designed for easy set up and breakdown. Its rack and pinion telescoping fence system can make fast, smooth and accurate fence adjustments.
It’s on sale for $549 (regularly $669).
Dewalt toolbox: 11% off
Amazon
If you already have everything you need in the tool shed, then this extra-large toolbox from Dewalt is perfect. Stay organized and save space with this quality toolbox, which is both water-resistant and debris-resistant. It comes with fixed dividers to fit all your drills and bits, and is made with rust-resistant, heavy-duty metal hinges.
It’s just $37 at Amazon now, reduced from $42.
“Lots of space for tools,” an Amazon reviewer who is studying to be a silversmith, says. “I no longer have to empty all of my tools out and then put them all back in, to go to my class. I leave everything in my stack and it keeps me organized and I don’t forget things that I need for class.”
More Dewalt tool deals ahead of October Amazon Prime Day
Don’t let your Dewalt shopping trip end there. Refresh the garage or tool shed with these top deals on other incredible Dewalt tools and accessories.
- Dewalt 14-piece drill bit set, $15 (regularly $25)
- Dewalt 3-pack compound action pliers set, $40 (regularly $74)
- Dewalt 20V Max LED work flashlight, $35 (regularly $84)
- Dewalt concealer clear anti-fog dual mold safety goggles, $12 (regularly $20)
- Dewalt tough system tool organizer, $30 (regularly $56)
- Dewalt 14-piece screwdriver bit set, $12 (regularly $22)
- Dewaklt 8-compartment small toolbox, $7 (regularly $9)
- Dewalt 20V Max cordless portable jobsite fan, $94 (regularly $169)
- Dewalt 20V Max cordless hand vacuum, $100 (regularly $159)
- Dewalt 20V Max 2-pack XR 5Ah battery, $139 (regularly $259)
- Dewalt 20V Max compact cordless drill and driver kit, $99 (regularly $179)
- Dewalt right-angle attachment, $19 (regularly $47)
- Dewalt 20V max circular saw, $140 (regularly 219)
- Dewalt 20V max cordless impact wrench, $159 (regularly $279)
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear banned the use of “conversion therapy” on minors in Kentucky on Wednesday, calling his executive order an overdue step to protect children from a widely discredited practice that tries to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity through counseling. Over 20 other states that have passed laws prohibiting the controversial treatment.
The governor took action using his executive powers after efforts to enact a state law banning the practice repeatedly failed in the state’s Republican-dominated legislature.
“My faith teaches me that all children are children of God,” Beshear said during the signing ceremony at the Kentucky Statehouse. “And where practices are endangering and even harming those children, we must act. The practice of so-called ‘conversion therapy’ hurts our children.”
As Beshear prepared to sign the order, someone shouted his opposition, saying “this is a denial of affirmation therapy.” Activists for mental health and LGBTQ+ rights drowned out the protester with cheers.
The Family Foundation, a socially conservative group based in Kentucky, quickly denounced Beshear’s action, saying it tramples on the rights of parents and suppresses religious expression.
“This order, like previous failed legislative efforts, is designed to promote false LGBTQ ideologies and muzzle Christian counselors, therapists and pastors from helping children struggling with sexual orientation or gender identity confusion,” David Walls, the group’s executive director, said in a statement.
Anticipating such attacks, Beshear said his action “does not force an ideology on anybody.”
“It simply stops a so-called ‘therapy’ that the medical community says is wrong and hurts our children,” the governor said.
The executive order signed by Beshear bans the practice and makes it illegal to use state or federal funds to provide the therapy on minors. It also gives the state’s board of licensure the authority to take action against anyone found to have practiced conversion therapy on minors and gives the board the authority to bring disciplinary action against anyone found in violation of the order.
Such therapy has been discredited and is opposed by, among others, the American Medical Association and the American Psychiatric Association, citing research that shows it leads to increased risk of suicide and depression.
The Supreme Court in Dec. 2023 declined to hear a case about conversion therapy. There is currently no national ban, but nearly half the states and the District of Columbia prohibit the use of conversion therapy with minors, Beshear’s office said.
Gov. Tim Walz, Vice President Harris’ running mate, issued an executive order in 2021 to ban conversion therapy in his home state of Minnesota, and in 2023, the state took things a step further by passing a law banning the practice.
Outside of the U.S., several countries — including Germany, France and Canada — have done away with the practice, but it remains legal in large portions of the world, according to a Statista map.
LGBTQ+ advocates celebrated Beshear’s executive order on Wednesday.
In a statement posted online, Jaymes Black, CEO of the Trevor Project, which focuses on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, said “this executive order serves as a powerful reminder that LGBTQ+ youth have allies and leaders who support them in every corner of our country.”
The nonprofit’s statement cited research from a peer-reviewed study published in the American Journal of Public Health that found that LGBTQ+ young people who underwent conversion therapy were more than twice as likely to report having attempted suicide.
Chris Hartman, executive director of the Fairness Campaign, a Kentucky-based LGBTQ+ advocacy group, praised Beshear for taking bold action to protect Kentucky’s LGBTQ+ youth from what he called the harmful practice of conversion therapy. He said the governor’s action sent a clear message to Kentucky’s LGBTQ+ kids and their families: that “you are perfect as you are.”
