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Helicopter crash lands in PNG's Enga Province

A helicopter belonging to Heli Solutions, crash landed at Kuimimanda, in the Kaikin Pausa area of the Wapenamanda District of Enga Province, Papua New Guinea  today.  The helicopter was flown by retired army colonel, Captain Charlie Andrews.  Captain Andrews, when speaking to NBC News in Mount Hagen, said that he was returning from Enopi in the jungles of the Laigaim District of Enga and East Sepik Province, after dropping off some medical supplies. He said that he had a total of 6 passengers including himself, and this included two patients and their two care takers, his load master and himself.  Captain Andrews said that they were travelling back from Enopi, when a mechanical fault struck the back propeller, and this forced him to crash land on top of a garden. He also thanked members of the Mobile Squad 11 and Military Personnel, who were able to rescue them, and transported them to Mt. Hagen for medical checks. Security personnel are still guarding the crashed chopper, while awaiti

Why Dusseldorf is an Increasingly Popular Destination for Ex-Pats

Dusseldorf has many perks that its inhabitants enjoy. So, whether you are an ex-pat looking for a new corner of the world to call home or you’re a German native looking for a new city, there are several reasons why you should consider Dusseldorf. Read on to find out more. The Standard of Living According to a recent Mercer survey, Dusseldorf has the 6th highest standard of living in the world, which means that it is ranked higher than many other more high profile cities. This due to several reasons but most notably health, education, crime rates and housing. Also, the cost of living is lower than in other European cities too. Transport The city has impressive transport links both internally and beyond to other neighbouring cities. There are buses, trams, metros, and commuter trains. Prices vary depending on the mode of travel and distance travelled, although there are deals and offers that can help commuters save. The city is also extremely bike-friendly, with many citizens choosing t