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From Slopes to Shadows: The Rise and Fall of Ryan Wedding

Ryan James Wedding’s life reads like a cautionary tale of talent, ambition, and a descent into infamy. Once celebrated as a Canadian Olympian, he is now branded by U.S. authorities as one of the world’s most violent drug traffickers. Here’s a timeline tracing his dramatic transformation: Early Promise (2002) Wedding represented Canada at the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics , competing in the men’s parallel giant slalom snowboarding event. Seen as a rising star, his athletic career was short-lived, with little public spotlight after the Games. First Legal Troubles (2000s–2010s) Reports suggest Wedding became entangled in criminal networks during the years following his Olympic appearance. By the early 2010s, he was linked to drug trafficking operations, allegedly building ties with the Sinaloa cartel . Alleged Cartel Leadership (2015–2020) In 2015 , Wedding fled authorities, beginning his life as a fugitive. U.S. investigators accuse him of running a billion-dollar cocaine...

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UK Police Prepare for More Far-Right Unrest After Another Night of Riots

 

 Police across the United Kingdom are gearing up for further violence this weekend following another night of rioting by far-right protesters. The latest unrest saw three officers hospitalized after a tense stand-off outside a mosque in northeast England.

The city of Sunderland has been particularly affected, with far-right demonstrators rampaging through the streets, setting cars and buildings on fire. The protests were sparked by misinformation surrounding a mass stabbing that resulted in the deaths of three young girls. False rumors about the attacker’s identity, linking him to the Muslim and immigrant communities, have fueled the anger of far-right supporters.

In response, police have increased their presence and are preparing for more than 20 protests expected over the weekend in cities including Belfast, Cardiff, Liverpool, and Manchester. Authorities are also deploying surveillance and facial recognition technology to manage the situation.

The Muslim Council of Britain has expressed concerns about the safety of Islamic places of worship, prompting many mosques to strengthen their security measures. Counter-protests are also anticipated, with organizations like Stand Up To Racism rallying against Islamophobia and the far-right.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced the formation of a national policing unit to crack down on violent protesters, emphasizing that those involved in the disorder will face severe consequences.

As tensions remain high, the UK braces for a challenging weekend ahead.


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