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Some of the people waiting to see a Falcon 9 lunch from the LC-39 observation gantry. Unfortunately, this was the second time the launch was scrubbed.
Hit RiverFront Park this afternoon and found a group of Combat Engineers from the 459th MRB, U.S.A.R. training with their launch and recovery vehicles and riverboats.
Greater Manchester Police has launched Operation North Star – our initiative to help protect communities during the festive period and bring criminals to justice.
This is aligned to the government’s “Winter of Action” plan, which was recently unveiled by the Home Secretary following the success of the government’s Safer Streets summer initiative.
Action for Winter activity will see police forces partner with local businesses, authorities, and police and crime commissioners to target shop theft and anti-social behaviour, as part of the government’s Plan for Change to make our streets safer.
This forcewide operation will demonstrate our commitment to keeping people and their property safe during what is traditionally one of the busiest periods in local policing.
Bringing together neighbourhood policing teams, specialist departments, and partner agencies across Greater Manchester, we are committed to deliver both prevention and enforcement activities in the lead up to Christmas and into the New Year.
A key date within the eight-week initiative was the launch of the Manchester Christmas Markets, with it being a key attraction to residents from Greater Manchester and those visiting from further afield. With millions of people expected to descend on the hundreds of stalls,
increased resources from GMP have been allocated to keep the markets a safe and enjoyable space for all.
Our officers and partners will be more visible as we work together across problematic areas to tackle priority crime types, including:
Violence prevention, with particular emphasis on domestic abuse and the safety of women and girls in public place.
Targeted action against drink and drug driving.
Enhanced burglary prevention and investigation.
Robust response to personal robbery and theft.
Dedicated focus on vehicle crime.
Increased cybercrime prevention and awareness.
Comprehensive retail crime prevention
Assistant Chief Constable Matt Boyle, GMP’s lead for Local Policing, said: “In 2025, we welcomed the government’s pledge for stronger and safer streets in Greater Manchester through the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee.
Operation North Star aligns to the government’s Winter of Action initiative and our commitment to working in unison with partners to reduce crime and protect the communities we serve.
“Our priority will be strengthening engagement with local communities to hear their concerns and respond effectively. Residents and business owners can expect greater visibility of officers and partners as we work together to ensure a safe winter for everyone.
“During last year’s festive operation, we made 784 arrests, which was an increase on both 2022 and 2023. This isn’t about limiting people’s enjoyment - it’s about creating an environment where everyone can have a good time without feeling unsafe or at risk of harm.
“We will work tirelessly to ensure everyone can do this by having the right resources in the right places at the right times, to help the most vulnerable, and to provide a swift and effective response to incidents when they occur.”
Kate Green, Deputy Mayor for Safer and Stronger Communities, said: “Operation North Star is about making sure everyone in Greater Manchester can enjoy the festive season safely.
“We’re backing our frontline officers and partner agencies to be visible and proactive -
preventing anti-social behaviour and crime and making our neighbourhoods places where people feel confident walking home, enjoying time with family and friends, and shopping locally.
“This operation reflects our shared commitment in our ‘Standing Together’ police and crime plan and supports the Greater Manchester Strategy’s ambition for safer communities - where people feel secure, supported, and connected.
“I want to reassure residents and visitors that officers and partners are out there not just to respond to incidents, but to prevent harm, offer support, and help build the kind of communities we all want to live in - safe, inclusive, and resilient this winter and beyond.”
To receive free direct email alerts about how your Neighbourhood Policing Team is keeping your area safe, sign up to Bee in the Loop - www.beeintheloop.co.uk.
To report crime in your neighbourhood, contact the police via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk, or by calling 101 or dialling 999 in an emergency.
On 19th September 2018, LEAFF launched the full programme line-up at Electric Cinema in Notting Hill.
Representatives from the countries represented in LEAFF attended as well as sponsors, partners and journalists.
The 3rd Edition of the London East Asia Film Festival will take place at prominent venues in London and will tour around 5 cities in total from 25th October to 4th November.
For more information, please visit www.leaff.org.uk
On 16 December 2010, the Free Word Centre was transformed for the launch of 'Beyond Bars: 50 Years of the PEN Writers in Prison Committee', a special issue of Index on Censorship (04/2010) to mark the 50th anniversary of the WiPC
Photo: English PEN/Saskia Schmidt (What Is It Production Ltd)
It takes two people to put a key in two different places plus the same thing at another location to launch a missile.
Whitstable lifeboat on a busy day. The first trial of the new 120-400 lens. Taken from about 300 yards, seems to work OK. Looks a bit more dramatic on black.
Lenovo launched several new products at the Olio Restaurant, Crossroads, Cebu.
Products include: IdeaCentre A300 All-In-One Desktop, IdeaPad Z460, Idea U460, Lenovo V460, Lenovo B460, ThinkCentre A70z and ThinkPad Edge 14” laptop.
Lenovo Reps included: Jimmy Chin, Vincent Song, Karen Capellan and Francis Judan.
Date: May 24,2010
The launch was already canceled because of false readings from the engine cutoff sensor system that measures liquid hydrogen in the external tank when a spider decided to walk over the camera.
ExoMars launch event at ESOC 14 March 2016, including images from the Main Control Room around launch and receipt of first signals. Credit: ESA/J. Mai
View of Arizona's Scud rocket launching, framed by the Patriot missile battery that was subsequently launched in response.
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June 27, 2015.
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
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His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, invited members of the public to join him for the annual Inspection of the Ceremonial Guard and the launch of Storytime, on the grounds of Rideau Hall, on Saturday, June 27, 2015..
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Credit: MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall, OSGG
Movember's 2010 launch event and moustache-inspired art exhibition in Toronto at the Thrush Holmes Empire.
Tomales Bay, Inverness, California USA
Asahi Pentax Spotmatic II
Super-Takumer 55mm F1.8
Ferrania P30 Alpha
Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), Edinburgh, 2/5/13.
Opening celebration for the new expansion.
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The powerful beauty of the lake and mountains at Douthat State Park in Virginia is evident even from the boat launch
More about this park here: www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/douthat#general_information
Photo taken at the Cycle of Songs Launch event 'Cambridge Sings' hosted by Great St Mary's Church, Cambridge, on Sunday 11th May 2014 2pm - 4pm.
A group of divers off on the first launch of the day from Ponta Malongane Mozambique.
All boats are launched from the beach and need to clear the surf - which at times can be pretty large and aggressive.