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  • ‘No Kings’ Flagship Event Live From Philly At Noon EST

    ‘No Kings’ Flagship Event Live From Philly At Noon EST

    I don’t know who the rest of the speakers are, but I do know Rev. William Barber will be one of them. Known as this generation’s Martin Luther King Jr., you won’t want to miss him. Via Mobilize:

    In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

    On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide. We’re not gathering to feed his ego. We’re building a movement that leaves him behind.

    In Philadelphia we will gather at LOVE Park at Noon. At 12:30 we’ll march down the Ben Franklin Parkway to the Philadelphia Museum of Art where we will hear from some amazing speakers.

    The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it.

    On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.

    A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.



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  • Should the Philippines worry about Chinese carrier group crossing first island chain?

    Should the Philippines worry about Chinese carrier group crossing first island chain?

    The crossing of a US-designated island chain in the Western Pacific by a Chinese carrier group marks an increase in Beijing’s “operational tempo” that the Philippines should pay heed to, observers say.

    They warn, however, that a “delicate balance” should still be maintained to avoid any escalation amid calls for vigilance.

    Regional governments such as Japan and Taiwan have advised increased caution, and a former official in the Joe Biden administration has suggested formalising the so-called Squad bloc of nations meant to counter Chinese assertiveness.
    Earlier this week, the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) Navy dispatched two aircraft carriers to conduct operations beyond the “first island chain”. This series of land masses, part of a US containment strategy to deter Chinese military presence, stretches from Japan’s Okinawa to Taiwan and the Philippines.
    The carriers were deployed to test capabilities in “far seas defence”, PLA Navy spokesman Senior Captain Wang Xuemeng confirmed on Tuesday as the Chinese continued to share photos online of aircraft carriers Liaoning and Shandong.

    Wang said the routine training was organised “in accordance with the annual plan” and the deployments were in compliance “with relevant international laws and practices and not directed against any specific country or target”.

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  • Dec 2024 : AFRICA # 2 : SOUTH AFRICA  & ZIMBABWE : PRETORIA

    Dec 2024 : AFRICA # 2 : SOUTH AFRICA  & ZIMBABWE : PRETORIA

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    AFRICA # 2 : SOUTH AFRICA  & ZIMBABWE : PRETORIA

    Jam 8 pagi kita sudah berangkat menuju PRETORIA  CITY ,capital dari South Africa .    Tentu kita tidak

    boleh terlambat, karena jam 11 pagi sudah ditunggu oleh bapak dubes Saud Purwanto Krisnawan dan

    Ibu Diyah untuk makan siang bersama.

    Perjalanan kira kira 3 jam.   Tepat jam 11 kita sudah sampai disana.  Wisma RI terletak di area elite,

    dimana sekitarnya banyak gedung konsulat dan rumah rumah pejabat.  Jalanannya cukup lebar dengan

    pohon pohon yang rindang.

    Kita langsung disambut oleh Bapak dan Ibu Wawan beserta staff nya.   Rupanya makanan sudah

    tersedia di outdoor canopy.   Sambil berbincang bincang kita mencicipi menu pembuka yaitu soto ayam

    , kueh bola dan egg roll.   Disambung ronde berikutnya, yaitu nasi dengan lauk pauk masakan

    Indonesia.

    Ada ayam seperti opor, tapi  bukan opor. Ayam ini luar biasa enaknya, saya belum pernah makan model

    seperti itu.  Kebetulan  kokinya juga ada , dia memberitahu nama dan bumbu yang dipakai apa saja.

    Sayang saya lupa namanya .. Kita semua berkali kali tambah, sampai perut tidak muat lagi.

    Ibu Diyah menerangkan bahwa sedikit sekali warga Indonesia di Pretoria ini,  tidak seperti waktu di Los

    Angeles.  Tapi mereka tetap sibuk karena sering kali ada pertemuan dengan pejabat negara lain.

    Terutama akan berlangsungnya G 20 summit 2025 yang diadakan disini.

    Di kebun situ terdapat kolam renang yang cukup luas .  Dulu mereka harus masuk kedalam rumah

    untuk ganti baju. Sekarang Pak Wawan membangun kamar mandi dan restroom nya di samping kolam

    renang.

    Selain itu dibangun juga pagar pemisah ke jalanan didepan.  Dan panggung acara. Betul betul luar

    biasa hasil kerjanya. Kita sudah buktikan juga hasil kerja Pak Wawan di konsulat Los Angeles.

    Perut sudah kenyang , maka kita pamit untuk meneruskan perjalanan  Sebelum pulang sudah pasti

    berfoto foto dulu.    Terima kasih banyak Bapak dan Ibu Wawan  Suatu hari semoga kita dapat bertemu

    kembali.

    Sebelum menuju Johannesburg , kita city tour dulu.  Kotanya cukup besar dan bersih , banyak gedung

    gedung tinggi dan modern.  Terdapat Union buildings,  Universitas Pretoria , City Hall dan Paul Kruger

    statue ..

    Akhirnya tiba juga di Johannesburg-– Wah rupanya hotel The Sandton Sun  berada di

    area mall Sandton City Mall.    Setelah check in, kita berangkat lagi untuk dinner ke restoran yang

    paling terkenal  Yaitu  CARNIVORE RESTAURANT.

    Disini tersedia segala macam daging dari singa , buaya, macan tutul, rusa, ayam , hyena , pork.

    Sebelum mereka memotongnya, diberi tahu dulu.  Jika kita mau, baru disayat dan ditaruh dipiring.

    Semua daging tersebut dibakar.  Menurut saya semua dagingnya alot karena terlalu dipanggang

    kering.    Saya hanya makan ayam dan babinya saja.  Mencoba sepotong kecil daging buaya.

    Warnanya putih dan tidak enak.

    Daging yang lain tidak berani dicoba.

    Karena masih belum mengantuk, kita jalan jalan di mall.  Besar dan terdiri dari 4 tingkat.   Di tingkat 3

    semua barang barang bermerk ada disitu.  Dan untuk masuk ke tokonya , harus berbaris menunggu

    giliran.

    Juga terdapat NELSON MANDELA SQUARE  dengan patungnya yang tinggi besar di pintu masuk..

    Gedung ini merupakan komplek perkantoran.

    Malam sudah larut,  sudah waktunya untuk beristirahat, karena besok pagi kita ke airport untuk terbang

    ke Zimbabwe.  ( es/ IM )

    FOTO FOTO DAPAT DILIHAT DI FB WWW.INDONESIAMEDIA.COM

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  • DKI Jakarta Provincial Government Ensures Readiness for Free Education

    DKI Jakarta Provincial Government Ensures Readiness for Free Education

    The Provincial Governor of DKI Jakarta, Pramono Anung, ensured the readiness of the provincial government in implementing the Constitutional Court ruling regarding free education provided by state and private schools.

    According to Anung, DKI Jakarta is currently running a pilot project for a free school programme in 40 private schools. This pilot project, he believes, can accelerate the implementation of free education in DKI Jakarta. Furthermore, DKI Jakarta has relative advantages in human resources and financial independence.

    In addition, Anung highlighted the problem of withheld diplomas that often occurs in private schools, which, according to him, can be resolved with the free education programme.

    “The most important thing is that there are no more diplomas that are withheld,” he remarked to the press on Tuesday, the 10th of June.

    Meanwhile, the Head of the West Jakarta Region II Education Sub-agency, Diding Wahyudin, stated that the private schools selected to participate in the free education programme are located in the Grogol, Petamburan, and Kebon Jeruk districts.

    “SMP Al-Hasanah [North Sukabumi], SMP Al Inayah [South Kedoya], SMAS Budi Murni 2 [South Kedoya], and SMKS Maarif Jakarta [Grogol],” detailed Wahyudin as quoted from the official website of the West Jakarta City Government on Thursday, the 12th of June.

    However, Wahyudin has not explained when the free private school programme will be officially implemented.

    “Still waiting for the process of completing the free school regulations,” he added.

    In early May, the DKI Jakarta Education Office stated that the free private school programme, specifically, would be tested in the new 2025/2026 academic year. Meanwhile, recently, the Constitutional Court granted the judicial review lawsuit against Law Number 20 of 2003 concerning the National Education System. The Constitutional Court ordered that private basic education be free of fees.



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  • Company supplying critical EV metal ‘did not disclose’ Erin Brockovich pollutant in drinking water | Mining

    Company supplying critical EV metal ‘did not disclose’ Erin Brockovich pollutant in drinking water | Mining

    One of Indonesia’s largest nickel-mining companies, which supplies a mineral critical to the global electric car industry, did not tell the public that local drinking water was polluted, according to documents seen by the Guardian.

    Indonesia has become the world’s biggest producer of nickel, used in the production of wind turbines, solar panels and electric vehicle batteries. But observers have voiced concerns that regulatory oversight in the country has failed to keep up with the rush to develop mines to satisfy booming global demand.

    Leaked documents seen by the Guardian suggest a source of drinking water close to a $1bn (£800m) mining project owned by the Indonesia-based Harita Group on remote Obi Island, was contaminated with unsafe levels of hexavalent chromium (Cr6), the cancer-causing chemical more widely known for its role in the Erin Brockovich story and film.

    Cr6 can cause liver damage, reproductive problems and developmental harm when ingested or inhaled. Long-term exposure through drinking water has also been linked to stomach cancer. Evidence has shown that Cr6 in drinking water can be a result of industrial processes.

    Map showing Obi Island, Indonesia

    The leak comes after a Guardian investigation into pollution at the site in 2022 was disputed by the mining company, which extracts and processes nickel for use in EV batteries.

    For the 2022 investigation, water samples collected from a spring in the village of Kawasi, less than 200 metres from the mining site, were tested at government-certified laboratories and suggested high levels of contamination from carcinogenic Cr6 of 60 parts per billion (ppb). The maximum contaminant level allowed by law in Indonesia is 50ppb.

    In response to the Guardian’s original investigation, a Harita company said its own results had shown that the spring water was suitable for consumption and met the quality standards set by the Indonesian government.

    However, the leaked documents and emails suggest a Harita company found the Cr6 values in Kawasi spring, used as drinking water by villagers, in excess of Indonesian quality standards just one day after its statement to the contrary. It then found even higher values in subsequent days. It does not appear to have made this data public.

    Canals have been built by the company to take wastewater from the nickel mine, some of which flow past villages. They empty into the sea. Photograph: Adlun Fiqri Pramadhani/The Guardian

    The Guardian was given a chance to review the material by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) in a joint investigation with the Gecko Project, a non-profit newsroom.

    The material suggests tests of Kawasi’s spring water undertaken by a Harita company found Cr6 concentrations of 70ppb on 1 February 2022, one day after the Harita company provided its statement to the Guardian. On 7 February 2022 a value of 128ppb was recorded.

    A weekly environment report from December 2022 reported that values of 140ppb had been recorded at the spring.

    Harita has not responded to requests for comment on the leaked material and test results but in a press release published on its website this month, the company said it conducts periodic monitoring of the water at Kawasi spring to ensure it is safe and uncontaminated.

    Environmental health experts have said the test results suggest a significant issue with pollution.

    Matthew Baird, an environmental lawyer based in south-east Asia, said: “These are figures that need to be taken into account not just by the company, but also the Indonesian government.”

    “Nickel is meant to be one of the transition metals [to move to a green, low-carbon economy] and we require a just transition to ensure the protection of the environment, human rights and the community,” he said.

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  • Involve digital platforms in gambling content crackdown: DPR

    Involve digital platforms in gambling content crackdown: DPR

    Jakarta (ANTARA) – Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR), Puan Maharani, has urged the Indonesian government to collaborate with digital platforms to stop the spread of online gambling content.

    She made the request during a visit to tech company Meta’s headquarters in California, the United States, on Friday local time, according to a statement.

    She praised Meta for actively supporting Indonesia’s efforts to fight online gambling. Indonesia is one of the countries with the highest number of online gambling content items blocked on Meta’s platforms, she noted.

    “As the country with the fourth-largest number of Instagram users in the world, Indonesia needs to promote policies that can optimize the use of social media and digital platforms positively and responsibly,” she said.

    According to the House Speaker, Meta’s concrete steps to block thousands of items of content and accounts linked to online gambling have helped protect the Indonesian people from illegal gambling activities.

    “In the future, our digital space must be strengthened even more to make it healthier and safer for the community,” she said.

    Maharani emphasized that online gambling is an illegal practice that must be addressed jointly because, in addition to violating the law, it also has a negative impact on society.

    “Indonesia must continue to take various measures to fight online gambling,” she added.

    The Indonesian government is currently taking steps to eradicate online gambling in the country.

    The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs reported that in the period from October 2024 to May 2025, it has blocked access to 1.3 million items of content related to online gambling.

    Related news: Indonesia takes down over 1.3 mln items of online gambling content

    Related news: Online fraud, gambling top Indonesia’s cybercrime threats: Polri chief

    Translator: Melalusa Susthira, Raka Adji
    Editor: Arie Novarina
    Copyright © ANTARA 2025

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  • School Holiday Staycation Promo at Swiss-Belresort Dago

    School Holiday Staycation Promo at Swiss-Belresort Dago

    Get ready to make some unforgettable memories these 2025 school holidays!

    With Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage’s exciting staycation deals, you can explore Bandung and beyond without breaking the bank. Get away with the School Holiday Staycation promo this June and create truly special memories for your kids during their school holiday breaks.

    SWISS-BELRESORT DAGO HERITAGE BANDUNGDesigned with families’ comfort in mind, this exclusive holiday package offers the perfect blend of relaxation, fun, and quality time together. Unlock 20% Discount on Rooms, complete with exciting activities for Kids! When booking with Swiss-Belhotel International, their friendly mascot Bernie will make sure that the kids enjoy their holiday stay to the fullest.

    HOLIDAY STAYCATION PROMOHOLIDAY STAYCATION PROMOSpecial treats for little guests include:

    • Bernie Sweetsfor a thrilling start
    • An array of Weekly Kids Activities every Saturday and Sunday.

    STAY, PLAY, GETAWAY TO SWISS-BELRESORT DAGO HERITAGESTAY, PLAY, GETAWAY TO SWISS-BELRESORT DAGO HERITAGE“Kick off your holiday with a scrumptious breakfast at Swiss-KitchenTM Restaurant, renowned for its extensive breakfast spread and warm ambience. Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage’s School Holiday Staycation package includes daily breakfast for two adults and two children (aged 5 and under). This package is valid until 31st August 2025” Added Mr. Gerri Primacitra, General Manager Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage.

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    Swiss-KitchenTM Restaurant

    School Holiday promo Swissbel Dago School Holiday promo Swissbel Dago Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage, a four-star international hotel chain, is the first Swiss-Belresort property in Java located in the Upper Dago area within the Dago Heritage Golf Course complex, which was built in 1917 and is one of the oldest golf courses in Indonesia. Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage features 161 rooms with a range of international standard facilities, including a restaurant, lobby lounge and bar, meeting facilities, heated infinity pool complete with gym, kids club and spa massage facilities, wine corner and easy access to the Dago Heritage Golf Course.

    pool Swissbel Dago Bandung pool Swissbel Dago Bandung For more information – contact +62-22 2045 9999, Whatsapp to +62-22 2045 9999/ WA on 08112331917 (Room Reservation) http://bit.ly/SRDA-RESVWA / 087779720035 (Swiss-Kitchen™ Restaurant) https://bit.ly/WA-SKSRDA email to prmsrda@swiss-belhotel.com or follow Instagram: @swissbelresortdago  https://instagram.com/swissbelresortdago also Facebook Fanpage: Swiss-Belresort Dago Heritage.



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  • Iran: Di mana lokasi fasilitas nuklir Iran dan mana saja yang diserang Israel?

    Iran: Di mana lokasi fasilitas nuklir Iran dan mana saja yang diserang Israel?

    Sumber gambar, AP

    Keterangan gambar, Seorang pekerja mengendarai sepeda di depan gedung reaktor pembangkit listrik tenaga nuklir Bushehr, pada Oktober 2010.

    • Penulis, BBC News Persian
    • Peranan,

    Militer Israel mengeklaim telah melancarkan rangkaian serangan terhadap berbagai fasilitas nuklir Iran pada Jumat, 13 Juni. Sejumlah rekaman video yang diverifikasi oleh BBC telah menunjukkan kondisi pascaserangan di lima lokasi.

    Lokasi serangan banyak yang berasal dari ibu kota Iran, Teheran. Sejumlah rekaman video menunjukkan kerusakan pada bangunan-bangunan yang tampak seperti kawasan permukiman.

    Serangan lainnya diarahkan ke Natanz—sekitar 225 km sebelah selatan Teheran—tempat fasilitas pengayaan uranium berada.

    Menurut laporan media Iran, fasilitas Natanz dan Arak termasuk target serangan Israel.

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  • Dembele Merendah Soal Jadi Favorit Pemenang Ballon d’Or

    Dembele Merendah Soal Jadi Favorit Pemenang Ballon d’Or


    Jakarta, CNN Indonesia

    Bintang Paris Saint-Germain, Ousmane Dembele memilih merendah soal dirinya jadi favorit pemenang Ballon d’Or musim ini.

    Dembele jadi sosok penting di balik keberhasilan PSG merebut treble musim lalu. Hal itulah yang kemudian membuat nama Dembele masuk jadi salah satu calon kuat pemenang Ballon d’Or musim ini.

    Terkait hal tersebut, Dembele tidak mau terlalu banyak ambil pusing. Dengan merendah, Dembele mengaku dirinya sudah cukup senang disebut sebagai calon kuat.


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    “Saya pikir musim ini saya tampil konsisten, jadi mari lihat yang terjadi. Tentu akan sangat luar biasa bila ada nama saya dalam daftar tersebut [pemenang].”

    “Dan adi salah satu favorit pemenang sendiri sudah merupakan kemenangan besar bagi saya meskipun saya berharap memenangkan itu suatu hari,” kata Dembele seperti dikutip dari Football Espana.

    Dembele sendiri mengakui bahwa penghargaan Ballon d’Or lekat dalam ingatannya. Ia sering melihat penyerahan dan pemain-pemain yang memenangkan Ballon d’Or.

    “Sulit untuk mengatakannya [apakah dirinya bakal menang tahun ini]. Namun memenangkan Ballon d’Or ketika dirimu berprofesi sebagai pesepakbola adalah semacam cawan suci di sektor penghargaan individu.”

    “Ini adalah sesuatu yang dimimpikan sebagai anak-anak. Saya ingat ketika saya melihat pemain muncul di Telefoot untuk menerimanya. Sunggguh luar biasa. Benda itu – trofi berbentu bola- sungguh luar biasa,” kata Dembele.

    Dembele dan PSG saat ini sedang bersiap menghadapi FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Meski hanya punya jeda istirahat sejenak, Dembele dan kawan-kawan jadi salah satu kandidat juara di turnamen tersebut.

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  • King’s Birthday Honours list 2025: David Beckham awarded knighthood while Luke Littler receives MBE | Football News

    King’s Birthday Honours list 2025: David Beckham awarded knighthood while Luke Littler receives MBE | Football News

    David Beckham has been awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours.

    The former England captain has been recognised for both his career as a footballer and his services to charity.

    Beckham began his football career at Manchester United, where he made 394 appearances and scored 85 goals, before going on to play for Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain.

    He made 115 appearances for England, the third-highest of any senior men’s player, and captained his country 59 times.

    Beckham has been a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF since 2005, and he also established the 7 Fund aimed at helping vulnerable children around the world.

    He supports a number of charities, including the Chelsea Pensioners, Help for Heroes, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Age UK and the London Air Ambulance service.

    Luke Littler has been awarded an MBE for services to darts. The 18-year-old is currently the world No 2 and the reigning world champion, the youngest in the sport’s history.

    Littler has won two World Series of Darts titles, 13 PDC titles and five major titles in his professional career. He is also the youngest player to hit a televised nine-dart finish.

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    Luke Littler in Premier League action

    Littler’s rival, Luke Humphries, has also been awarded an MBE for services to darts. He is the world No 1 and former world champion, having won the title in 2024.

    The 30-year-old is also the reigning World Matchplay, Premier League, Players Championship Finals and World Masters champion.

    Billy Boston, 90, has become the first rugby league player to receive a knighthood. Boston is regarded as one of the sport’s greatest ever players having scored 571 tries in his career, placing him as the second-highest try scorer in history.

    Born in Cardiff, Boston spent 15 years playing for Wigan, scoring a club-record 478 tries in 488 appearances before finishing his career with Blackpool Borough, retiring in 1970.

    He also played 31 times for Great Britain, scoring 24 tries and winning the 1960 World Cup.

    Virginia Wade has received a CBE for services to tennis and charity. The 79-year-old won three major singles championships – the Australian Open, US Open and Wimbledon – and four major doubles titles.

    Wade is the only British woman to have won titles at all four majors and was ranked as the world No 2 in singles and No 1 in doubles.

    Wade serves as a patron for the charity Leadership Through Sport and is a director for Compton’s Yard Charitable Trust.

    Aston Villa forward Rachel Daly has been awarded an MBE for services to football. Daly holds the joint record for the most goals in a Women’s Super League season with 22 and has won the WSL golden boot, PFA women’s players’ player of the year and player of the season awards, all in the 2022/23 season.

    The 33-year-old has played 84 times for England, scoring 16 goals, and was part of the squad that won the Women’s European Championships in 2022.

    Rachel Daly
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    Rachel Daly receives an MBE for services to football

    Other sports stars to be recognised include two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee, who has been awarded an OBE; while MBEs have been awarded to two-weight boxing world champion Natasha Jonas, former Gloucestershire bowler David Lawrence, who took 625 wickets for the county, and former golfer and Sky Sports pundit Trish Johnson.

    Bryan Henderson, head of cricket and NFL at Sky Sports, has been awarded an MBE for services to cricket.

    Henderson and Sanjay Patel, the former managing director of The Hundred, were heavily responsible for the planning and delivery of the short-format cricket tournament. The competition will this year deliver hundreds of millions of pounds to the game from the sale of the teams.

    “I’m very honoured and humbled,” said Henderson. “It’s a tribute to all the amazing people I’ve been lucky enough to work with at Sky and in the sport I love.”

    Patel added: “I feel very privileged to receive this award and to be given the opportunity to work in a sport that I love. I would like to thank the people who supported me and in particular the great team who helped build The Hundred.”

    Over a thousand recipients have been awarded for their exceptional achievements, with a particular focus on those who have given their time to public service.

    This year’s recipients include dedicated community champions, role models in sport, pioneers in the arts, passionate health workers, and supporters of young people.

    Prime Minister Keir Starmer said: “This year’s Birthday Honours List is a powerful reminder of the extraordinary dedication, compassion and service that exists in every corner of our country.

    “From community champions to cultural icons, each recipient reflects the very best of Britain. I extend my heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to them all.”

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