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Elon Musk announces more changes to X - after claims user numbers have plummeted

Elon Musk has announced further changes to social media platform X that will see certain accounts get premium features for free.


Kenan Thompson speaks out on Dan Schneider allegations: ‘Investigate more’

Kenan Thompson speaks out on Dan Schneider allegations: ‘Investigate more’ - ‘It’s supposed to be a safe place for kids’, the ‘Kenan & Kel’ actor said


Ex-Trump lawyer Eastman should lose state law license for efforts to overturn election, judge says

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge has recommended that conservative attorney John Eastman lose his California law license over his efforts to keep former President Donald Trump in power after the 2020 election. Eastman, a former law school dean, faced 11 disciplinary charges in the state bar court stemming from his development of a legal strategy to have then-Vice President Mike Pence interfere with the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory....


'Hamas treated us like animals': Rescued hostage speaks on Gaza captivity

Har also described the time the IDF rescued him, and that there was "gunfire in all directions like a movie."


Russians arrested as Vladimir Putin launches crackdown on LGBTQ community

Russians arrested as Vladimir Putin launches crackdown on LGBTQ community - Putin has been accused of targeting the LGBTQ community to consolidate his power and distract from economic problems


Marvel Rivals officially announced - looks just like Overwatch with superheroes

The rumours about a PvP shooter based on Marvel superheroes were true, with a new game by veteran Call Of Duty and Battlefield developers.


Pilot dropped port anchor in bid to swing ship away from Baltimore bridge, officials say

A pilot on board the cargo ship that crashed into the Baltimore bridge tried to swing it clear of a collision by dropping its port anchor to pivot it away, authorities said.


Wonderkid picks Australian rugby over mega-money code-switch

Teenager Max Jorgensen has signed with Rugby Australia and the Waratahs until 2026 despite big interest from the NRL.


Italy is fighting back against souvenirs focusing on Michelangelo’s David genitals

Italy is fighting back against souvenirs focusing on Michelangelo’s David genitals - The state’s attorney office in Florence has launched a series of court cases invoking Italy’s landmark cultural heritage code


Pakistan benchmark share index hits record high, IMF cheer continues

KARACHI (Reuters) - Pakistan's benchmark index touched an all-time high on Thursday, extending a rally following a staff level agreement with the International Monetary Fund earlier this month to free up more financial aid for the country. The benchmark KSE-100 touched a record high of 67,200.82 points in intraday trade, surpassing its previous high of 67,093.96 touched on Dec. 13. The index was


Arsenal made mistake over £34m ace who's now worth less than Smith Rowe

The talented star hasn't got off to the best of starts in North London.


A drop in the Ocean: beleaguered Fisker dramatically slashes prices (again)

All is not well, is it? Fisker Ocean plummets by up to $24k as reports suggest start-up could fold


First look at new cast of Race Across The World as they travel to east Asia

First look at new cast of Race Across The World as they travel to east Asia - The BBC series, which sees five pairs of travellers race across part of the globe, will return to TV screens this April.


Why are abundant Patriot defense systems not protecting Kharkiv's skies, Zelenskyy questions

Russian terror against Kharkiv takes on particular viciousness. Strengthening Ukraine's air defense and expediting the delivery of F-16 fighter jets are vital tasks, reports President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Telegram channel. "Kharkiv. Russian terror against the city takes on a particularly vicious form. Attempts to force over a million people into ...


Ireland is to intervene in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel

Ireland is to intervene in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel - Deputy leader Micheal Martin said the Government will make a final ‘formal’ decision when South Africa files its substantive case.


New Netflix show stacks up astonishing 81,000,000 viewing hours in just one week


Gogglebox fans pay tribute after star George Gilbey dies in freak work accident

The family of a Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother star have been flooded with messages of condolence after it was reported the TV personality had died, aged 40, following a tragic accident at work. George Gilbey, who appeared on the programme where we watch people watching TV from 2013 to 2021 (returning alongside mother Linda and stepdad Pete Mc...


Lawyer who raised ‘boys’ club’ concerns over judgment accused of misconduct

A barrister is facing disciplinary proceedings for expressing frustration at the “echoes of a boys’ club attitude” that she claims were in a family court judgment that went against her client. Charlotte Proudman criticised a judgment of Sir Jonathan Cohen – a member of the men-only Garrick Club – over remarks he made in a family case two years ago. She knew he was a member of the Garrick when she published a series of tweets expressing...


Man Utd star branded ‘untouchable’ and told ‘team will be built around him’ as Ratcliffe rejects record bid

The British billionaire has no plans to cash in on a star youngster amid claims of a club-record offer and having informed his people that the Man Utd side will be built around him


Indian court extends custody of top political rival

An Indian court has extended the custody of the prime minister's main political rival following protests after his arrest.


'March toward Palestine': Hamas releases Mohammed Deif speech from October 7

"Go forth, light and heavy, and strive with your money and your lives in the path of God," the Hamas leader added.


OPINION - Don't believe the Donald Trump hype, Joe Biden's poll numbers are rising

Don't believe the Donald Trump hype, Joe Biden's poll numbers are rising -


Tank shells, drones, and more: Germany sends large aid package to Ukraine

Today, on March 28, Germany updated the list of military aid it has already handed over to Ukraine. Among other things, the Ukrainian Armed Forces will receive new drones, shells for tanks, and artillery, according to the German government. Ukrainian soldiers received 5 Warthog all-terrain tracked vehicles as a repair and evacuation vehicle. German...


Inside the new UK train station branded ‘ugly’ before it’s been built


Pirates Of The Caribbean producer confirms new film will be a 'reboot'

Pirates Of The Caribbean producer confirms new film will be a 'reboot' - Jerry Bruckheimer’s remarks suggest that the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean instalment may be without Johnny Depp and introduce an entirely fresh cast


'Wout hit my rear wheel' – Tiesj Benoot blames himself as crash ends Van Aert's Flanders dream

Visma-Lease A Bike's Dwars door Vlaanderen victory overshadowed by loss of Classics leader


Kim Jong Un bans dogs and certain haircuts in North Korea

North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un has banned dogs and certain haircuts among the population where even the most mundane aspects of daily life are regulated. The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, also known as North Korea) is one of the most heavily censored countries in the world. It recently caused a stir when it was revealed the nationa...


Lockdown gave Finley Boden’s parents cover – but safeguarding failures ran deep

When Finley Boden was returned to the care of his parents, only to be murdered by them weeks later, England was days into its second national lockdown. A safeguarding report into Finley’s care makes clear the backdrop of restrictions brought in during the Covid pandemic hindered the ability of authorities to protect him. Key court hearings to decide his future were held over the phone, his appointed guardian was shielding and unable to attend...


Renters Reform Bill fast becoming landlords’ charter, say campaigners

The Bill is expected to come back to Parliament after the Easter break.


Russia says it is hard to believe Islamic State could have launched Moscow attack

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that it was "extremely hard to believe" that Islamic State would have had the capacity to launch an attack on a Moscow concert hall last Friday that killed at least 143 people. Zakharova repeated Moscow's assertions, for which it has not yet provided evidence, that Ukraine was behind the attack on the Crocus


Laurence Fox barred from London mayoral election after submitting 'invalid' papers

Laurence Fox barred from London mayoral election after submitting 'invalid' papers - London Elects, the body that oversees the City Hall elections, has said Fox’s application to stand in the May 2 election was ‘not valid’


Prison sentence sought for football chief who kissed female player without consent

A Spanish prosecutor is reportedly seeking a prison sentence for the former football boss who kissed a female player after Spain won the women's World Cup.


Poland unblocks another checkpoint on border with Ukraine

Polish farmers have unblocked the Uhryniv-Dołhobyczow checkpoing on the border with Ukraine, allowing the resumption of truck traffic, according to the State Border Guard Service. According to information from Polish border guards, the passage of freight vehicles is now operating in normal mode on the Polish side before the Uhryniv-Dołhobyczow bord...


Guenther Steiner lands exciting new role for F1 2024 Miami Grand Prix

Guenther Steiner continues to be a person in demand...


Boeing’s new fixer is no engineer – and the industry is worried

After the latest twist in its five-year manufacturing and safety nightmare, Boeing took drastic action this week and ousted its chief executive and chairman. The clear-out at the top made headlines, but within aerospace it was the replacement of engineer Stan Deal, head of Boeing’s airliner unit, that posed most questions. Stephanie Pope, who has a...


George Galloway accuses UK of being involved in Moscow terror attack

George Galloway accuses UK of being involved in Moscow terror attack - MPs criticised Galloway’s intervention as irresponsible, reckless and playing into the Kremlin’s hands


Extreme weather warning for anyone heading to holiday hotspot over Easter

Heavy rain, landslides and snowfall battered the Spanish islands this week.


Olympic diving champion Matty Lee to miss Paris Games

Olympic diving champion Matty Lee will miss this summer's Paris Games after undergoing spinal surgery.


Ukraine-Russia war – live: Moscow may have used guided bomb in Kharkiv attack as Putin denies Nato war plans

Ukraine-Russia war – live: Moscow may have used guided bomb in Kharkiv attack as Putin denies Nato war plans - Comes as Kyiv claims more than 5,500 Ukrainians have been tortured by Vladimir Putin’s troops


Angela Rayner defends sale of council home as row threatens to overshadow Labour election launch

Angela Rayner defends sale of council home as row threatens to overshadow Labour election launch - Labour deputy leader said: ‘I am confident that I have done absolutely nothing wrong’


New Xbox Series X appears to have leaked — and it comes with a key improvement and a refreshed look

Updated reports point to a major design change for Microsoft's "Adorably All Digitial" console refresh.


Easter eggs recalled after customer says they found rocks inside

Easter eggs recalled after customer says they found rocks inside - The Warehouse Group says an investigation is underway


True story behind World War II’s Great Escape – and what the film got wrong


F1: Toto Wolff confirms Mercedes' first-choice candidate to replace Lewis Hamilton

F1: Toto Wolff confirms Mercedes' first-choice candidate to replace Lewis Hamilton - Mercedes want Max Verstappen - should he become available


Trump will attend the wake of a slain New York police officer as he goes after Biden over crime

NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump will attend Thursday's wake of a New York City police officer gunned down in the line of duty, as the presumptive Republican presidential nominee has made crime a focus of his third White House campaign and accused President Joe Biden of lacking toughness. The visitation for Officer Jonathan Diller, who was fatally shot during a traffic stop on Monday, will be held in suburban Massapequa. Police said 31-year-old...


As speculation about the next Bond grows, here's how some actors have responded to casting rumors

LONDON (AP) — Aaron Taylor-Johnson is the latest actor reportedly offered a license to kill and succeed Daniel Craig as the new James Bond. The “Kick-Ass” star is no stranger to action movies and at 33 is a good age to join the franchise, as producers likely want a 10 year commitment to the role. Since Craig announced that he was hanging up his tuxedo after five outings as 007 — the last being “No Time to Die” in 2021 — there has been frenzied...


Map shows where 35 new Aldi stores are opening this year

There should be even more in London soon, too.


Disgraced 'crypto king' jailed for 25 years after stealing billions of dollars from his customers

Disgraced crypto entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after being convicted of stealing billions of dollars from his customers.


Gladiators to return for second series on BBC

Gladiators to return for second series on BBC - The second series was announced ahead of the final of the first series.


EE offering up to £550 off PS5 and Xbox console bundles thanks to Warzone Mobile

Phone network EE is tempting customers with big savings on Xbox and PlayStation console bundles, to tie in with the Warzone Mobile launch.