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The Citizen
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
#TrafficAlert: Parts of N2 and M13 to close for King Cetshwayo bridge demolition
#TrafficAlert: Parts of N2 and M13 to close for King Cetshwayo bridge demolition The N2 between Springfield Park (Umgeni Interchange) and Spaghetti Junction (EB Cloete Interchange) will close in both directions from Saturday night until Monday morning. A further closure will be in place on the M13 between 45th Cutting and Westwood Mall (Essex Terrace Interchange) to accommodate the partial demolition of the King Cetshwayo Bridge, which carries the M13 over the N2. Both closures will be in place simultaneously from 6pm on Saturday, June 21, until 4am on Monday, June 23. 'Construction continues on the upgraded King Cetshwayo Bridge, following its partial demolition in October 2023,' said SANRAL's Provincial Specialist Geometrics Engineer, Jason Lowe. 'This closure is part of the ongoing upgrade process for the N2 and the EB Cloete Interchange, aimed at relieving congestion and improving road safety along this critical national route.' Motorists are urged to plan for alternative routes during the closure. Full Closure Locations N2 Closure Locations (at EB Cloete Interchange): N3 West Bound (Durban to Pinetown): Ramp to N2 North closed (towards Umhlanga/King Shaka International Airport). N3 East Bound (Pinetown to Durban): Ramp to N2 North closed. N2 Northbound: Closed between EB Cloete Interchange and Umgeni Road Interchange. N2 Closure Locations (at Umgeni Road Interchange): N2 Southbound: Closed between Umgeni Road Interchange and EB Cloete Interchange. Detour onto M19/Umgeni Road. M19 East and West Bound: Ramps to N2 South closed. M13 Closure Locations (King Cetshwayo Bridge Area): M13 East Bound: Closed at Essex Terrace Interchange (near Westwood Mall). M13 West Bound: Closed at 45th Avenue (also known as 45th Cutting). 'We understand that these road closures cause major travel disruption so we have minimised the length of the closures and planned them to take place at times when the traffic disruption will be at its least,' said Lowe. 'Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period, find suitable staging areas or reroute via the M4, M7 or M19 to avoid congestion. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes.' Find a full list of alternative routes here. Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on Facebook, X, Instagram & YouTube for the latest news. Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here or if you're on desktop, scan the QR code below. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Daisy Lowe marries fiance and shares first pics of incredible wedding dress
DAISY Lowe has married her fiance Jordan Saul, sharing the first pics of her incredible wedding dress. Model Daisy, 36, and property developer Advertisement 5 Daisy Lowe looked incredible in her sheer wedding dress Credit: Instagram 5 She posed up a storm with pals on her big day After the ceremony, the group headed to Brutto – an Italian restaurant in East London – where they celebrated with a cosy dinner featuring bowls of pasta and tiramisu. Photos from the celebration, shared on social media by Daisy's half-sister Betty Goffey, 18, offered a glimpse into the intimate evening. Guests gathered around a candlelit table set up outside the trattoria, creating a warm, celebratory mood. One photo showed Daisy wearing a classic off-the-shoulder white gown with her hair half-up, captioned simply by Betty: 'Da bride.' Advertisement read more on DAISY Lowe Daisy stunned fans as she later posted a string of shots from an Agent Provocateur shoot, in which she wore sets of VERY racy lingerie inside her room at the five-star Lanesborough hotel. The star wore a veil with the getup, as well as a giant white bow, and a cake between her legs. In their Instagram caption, the brand wrote: "And for the wedding night... "Daisy Lowe for Agent Provocateur, captured by Claire Rothstein." Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Breaking Earlier that day, her mum Pearl Lowe shared a family photo taken on a quiet residential street before the couple headed to exchange their vows. Also in attendance were Pearl's husband Danny Goffey, Daisy's half-siblings Betty, Alfie and Frankie, and her godmother, musician Zoe Grace. Inside model Daisy Lowe's adventure to the US with boyfriend Jordan Saul Jordan's family, including his parents, were also part of the celebrations. One notable absence was Daisy's biological father Gavin Rossdale, the frontman of rock band Bush. Advertisement Though he wasn't present at the London ceremony, the pair remain on good terms, and he's expected to attend a larger wedding celebration the couple are planning in Somerset later this summer. Daisy and Jordan share a daughter named Ivy, who the 5 Daisy with husband Jordan Saul Credit: Getty 5 Daisy had a sexy lingerie shoot ahead of her special day Credit: Agent Provocateur Advertisement 5 The sexy shoot left little to the imagination Credit: Agent Provocateur She Daisy previously said on Instagram: "I wanted to share some news with you. Jordan and I are having a baby. "We are absolutely bursting at the seams with happiness. I'm oscillating wildly between excitement & nervousness with a dash of morning sickness thrown in for good measure! Big love to all of you." Advertisement Daisy found her happy ever after with Jordan after a series of failed romances with famous faces including Dr Who star She also dated One Direction's Harry Styles and rapper
West Australian
21 hours ago
- Business
- West Australian
National Australia Bank fined over data-sharing scheme
One of Australia's big four banks has been fined more than $750,000 over the use of data in an economy-wide system. The National Australia Bank was issued infringement notices by the competition watchdog over breaches of data rules. NAB has avoided admitting to breaking the rules but has now paid the $751,200 fine over the four breaches. The issue stems from NAB's interactions with the economy-wide Consumer Data Right (CDR) data sharing scheme. 'Poor data quality prevents consumers from experiencing the full benefits of the CDR,' Australian Competition and Consumer Commission deputy chair Catriona Lowe said. 'When banks or energy retailers don't provide accurate data, consumers can't take advantage of CDR products and services to compare products, find better deals, manage their finances or make informed decisions about product switching.' The bank co-operated with the consumer watchdog's inquiry and has rectified the issues. The Consumer Data Right gives consumers the right for their data to be safely transferred between data holders and accredited persons, making price comparisons based on up-to-date and correct data easier. The system began in the banking sector in mid-2020 and for energy retailers in late-2022. In the second half of 2024, 530,000 people used the system for a total of 582 million data requests. In mid-2026, non-bank lenders will become part of the system. Ms Lowe said the banks had several years to understand their CDR obligations. NAB's breaches relate to disclosure or accurate disclosure of credit limit data to different CDR providers on behalf of consumers. 'NAB has made a significant investment to deliver the complex CDR requirements as well as investing resources to develop our capabilities to deliver new innovations,' a NAB spokesperson said. 'We have fully co-operated with the ACCC's review and have resolved the data quality error identified. 'We appreciate and recognise the importance of ensuring we are meeting the standards necessary and expected under the regulations.'
The 42
a day ago
- Sport
- The 42
England's Freeman can be the 'untidy' wing that Farrell likes
ONE OF THE biggest compliments that Andy Farrell has given James Lowe is that the Ireland left wing 'finds a way into the game… he's not a tidy player.' Farrell clarified that this was a compliment. 'But neither do we want our wingers to be tidy players,' said the Ireland boss. This was before Mack Hansen had even made his debut for Ireland, but it's obvious that the Connacht man also fits this description. Lowe and Hansen are creative players who roam off their wings and make things happen. They're as likely to put a team-mate into a hole as break through themselves. Both players have sharp finishing instincts, but there is more to their games than tries. Farrell's Ireland have been a structured attacking team but he has pushed players like Lowe and Hansen to add an unpredictable edge, to make things messy for the defence just when they think they know what's coming. 'You don't want to become too structured so that we just become predictable, like a training-ground side,' said Farrell. Advertisement 'We don't want an attack that's too tidy, we want to play what's in front of us. The game's all about decision-making.' Lowe and Hansen are both in Farrell's Lions squad now. Hansen will make his return from injury off the bench against Argentina tomorrow, while Lowe will likely make his first appearance in the red jersey next weekend against the Force in Perth. Both will be eyeing Test spots on the wings but they've got competition. Scotland's Duhan van der Merwe starts on the left wing tomorrow against Argentina as he makes his first appearance since an ankle injury in March. The Scot is a serious finisher and a remarkable athlete, but he is not a ballplayer. He doesn't seem to fit the roaming mould of wing Farrell likes. That's not to say Farrell doesn't like massive, fast fellas who can score wonder tries. Freeman at Lions training in Dublin this week. Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo More obviously in the Farrell mould is England and Northampton's Tommy Freeman, who starts on the right wing tomorrow and is favourite to be there for the Tests. He's excited by the prospect of the Lions pushing him to roam. 'I think that's the way I play anyway, but I also think it's the way a winger has to be these days,' said Freeman in Dublin this week. 'You don't want wingers staying on the wing and going quiet for phases of games. You want them popping up to inject a bit of pace and power and create that extra number. If you're standing on your wing and being a bit lazy, that's where you miss some opportunities.' Freeman goes as far as to suggest that he nearly prefers assists to scoring himself. 'I always say setting up a try is as good as scoring one. I'm sure that's the biggest lie you've ever heard!' When he feels he's had a good game, Freeman bases it on far more than scoring or assisting. He looks at the number of touches he's had, defensive contributions, and aerial contests. 'If you can get the ball back in the air and give your team an attacking opportunity, then that's a big tick for me,' he says. 'You judge yourself on all different bits of the game, not just the try scoring. For me it's about getting as many involvements as possible. The more times I can get involved and the more touches I get, the better for me.' Freeman is many people's favourite to start the Tests on the right wing. Alamy Stock Photo Alamy Stock Photo 24-year-old Freeman can also play at outside centre, while he was at fullback for nearly the entire Champions Cup final against Bordeaux after early injuries in the Saints backline. Freeman has even filled in at out-half before. He believes that positional flexibility has helped him to become a better wing. In fact, Freeman says that it's basically 'a centre playing on the wing these days,' given all the demands on wide men. 'The flexibility at 13 and 14 allows you to pick up different cues,' says Freeman. 'Defensively, if you're at 14 you know you can make good calls not to put your 13 under pressure and vice versa. That does really help. If I can be the guy who connects guys, I'm happy.' Related Reads 'Maybe I was tricking myself' - Sexton on his full-time return to rugby Irish performance coach Gary Keegan joins Farrell's Lions Standing 6ft 3ins tall and weighing more than 100kg, Freeman is a powerful, aggressive presence. He competes well in the air, breaks tackles, has speed, and doesn't shirk defensive contact either. His form this season suggests that Freeman is well set for a big Lions tour. 'We want to be playing heads-up rugby,' says the Englishman. 'You've got the set-piece and some structure, but outside of that it's about seeing space and doing what you can to put pressure on.' Farrell couldn't have said it better himself.
USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Brandon Lowe Player Props: June 19, Rays vs. Orioles
Brandon Lowe Player Props: June 19, Rays vs. Orioles Brandon Lowe is back in action after he reached base in both of his plate appearances in his previous game, going 1 for 1 with a home run and two RBIs. His Tampa Bay Rays square off versus Charlie Morton and the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday at 7:35 p.m. ET on FDSSUN and MASN2. Find odds, stats, and more below to make your Brandon Lowe player prop bets. Lowe is batting .266 with 10 doubles, 15 home runs and 20 walks. Among hitters in baseball, Lowe ranks 15th in home runs and 37th in RBI. Lowe takes a seven-game hitting streak into this game. During his last games he is hitting .389 with two doubles, two home runs, four walks and seven RBIs. Watch tonight's Rays game on Fubo! Brandon Lowe Prop Bets and Odds Hits Prop: 0.5 hits (Over odds: -189) 0.5 hits (Over odds: -189) Home Runs Prop: 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +425) 0.5 home runs (Over odds: +425) RBI Prop: 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +180) 0.5 RBI (Over odds: +180) Runs Prop: 0.5 runs (Over odds: +105) 0.5 runs (Over odds: +105) Total Bases Prop: 1.5 total bases (Over odds: +135) 1.5 total bases (Over odds: +135) Stolen Bases Prop: 0.5 stolen bases (Over odds: +1000) How to Watch Tampa Bay Rays vs. Baltimore Orioles Matchup: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Baltimore Orioles Tampa Bay Rays vs. Baltimore Orioles Time: 7:35 p.m. ET 7:35 p.m. ET Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025 Thursday, June 19, 2025 TV Channel: FDSSUN and MASN2 FDSSUN and MASN2 Live Stream: Fubo (Watch now! - Regional restrictions may apply) Brandon Lowe vs. Charlie Morton Over his career versus Charlie Morton, Lowe is 0 for 4. Against Charlie Morton last year, Lowe went 0 for 1. Brandon Lowe prop bet insights Lowe has a hit in 49 out of 69 games this year (71.0%), with multiple hits in 16 of those contests (23.2%). Out of the 69 games he has gone to the plate in this season, he's hit a long ball in 14 contests (20.3%), hitting a home run in 5.2% of his trips to the dish. In 50.7% of his 69 games this season, Lowe has scored a run (35 times). He's also notched 10 games with multiple runs in 2025 (14.5%). He has picked up at least one RBI 26 times this season in 69 games played (37.7%), including 12 multi-RBI outings (17.4%). He has also accounted for three or more of his team's runs in two contests. In 63.8% of his games this year (44 of 69), Lowe has gone down on strikes at least once, and in 18 of those games (26.1%) he registered more than one strikeout. MLB odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Thursday at 1:26 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Brandon Lowe stats against the Orioles Orioles starter: Charlie Morton
