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 The counting venue including ballot boxes and papers for Markham Open electorate in Morobe Province were completely destroyed and put to flames  by a rowdy mob at Mutzing Station this afternoon. Markham Open Ballot boxes and papers destroyed and burnt  [Photo by Maisen Hungito Morobe Provincial Election Manager Simon Soheke told FM100 News the incident took place at about 2pm by a mob of angry candidates with their supporters and scrutineers. “There were some disagreements prior to the incident and election officials had tried to resolve these out with them, however they decided to turn to violence,” Mr Soheke said. “That no leaves us with no choice but to return back to Lae since there is nothing left to continue the election process.” Mr Soheke however did not specify what the disagreements were but added that he will now do a report of this incident to the Electoral Commissioner to make a decision. “Whatever call the Electoral Commissioner makes will be...

Nissan’s Ariya electric family crossover SUV arrived here last summer after many months of hype and speculation, writes Trish Whelan. Some call it a coupe crossover due to the car’s sloping roofline, but anyway it has a stand-out futuristic design, stunning good looks and very spacious cabin with a flat floor front and rear which adds to the roomy feel. It provided me with huge comfort and had all the connectivity and specification that I’d ever need in a car.  Ariya is bigger than it looks from the outside – larger than the brand’s hugely popular Qashqai SUV but not as big as the X-Trail. It is quite high and doors open wide. Features include a black grille, slim LED headlamps and daytime running lights, while at the rear lights from side to side show the width of the car.  Interior styling is premium all the way with beautiful upholstery, excellent fit and finish, tactile materials which add to the sense of wellbeing. A minimalist dashboard features two side by side large 12.3-i...