Corporate defaults jump, highest August monthly tally since 2009 - S&P
LONDON The number of new corporate defaults globally reached 16 in August, the highest August monthly number since
2023-09-13 19:56
RTÉ director general announces recruitment freeze
All discretionary spending will be stopped in plans to restore confidence in the Irish broadcaster.
2023-09-13 19:50
One student killed and another arrested after shooting at Louisiana high school
A student has been killed and another taken into custody after a shooting at a high school in Louisiana. The shooting happened at about 3pm local time on Tuesday at the St Helena College and Career Academy in Greensburg. Sheriff Nat Williams said the person arrested was a juvenile and a student at the school. The suspect is 14, school officials told WAFB-TV. The victim was identified by a relative at the scene as 16-year-old football player Vernon Gordon Jr., according to NBC’s Baton Rouge affiliate. No motive for the shooting has been given, while two other people were taken to hospital but the nature of their injuries and their condition were not immediately known. “This is being investigated by state police and the Sheriff’s Office,” said St Helena Parish Sheriff Nat Williams. The St Helena Parish School District stated that school will be cancelled until Friday, as well as the football game. “A tragic incident occurred on the campus of St Helena College and Career Academy,” the school district stated in a social media post. “The scene is still active and we are working closely with authorities at this time. An official statement from the school district is forthcoming regarding details that can be shared with the community. “School is canceled until Friday as well as the football game and School Board meeting. Grief counselors will be available for all learners upon their return this Friday.” With reporting from the Associated Press Read More Judge orders Louisiana to remove incarcerated youths from the state's maximum-security adult prison Louisiana grand jury charges 91-year-old disgraced priest with sexual assault of teenage boy in 1975 Mother accused of throwing her children off a bridge into lake will represent herself at murder trial
2023-09-13 19:49
Martin Odegaard gives coy update on Arsenal contract talks
Martin Odegaard gives an update on contract talks with Arsenal, with his current deal due to expire in 2025.
2023-09-13 19:48
Austrian ex-minister Karin Kneissl moves to Russia with her ponies
Karin Kneissl is known for her links to Russia, including dancing with Vladimir Putin at her wedding.
2023-09-13 19:47
Drew Barrymore dropped as host of 74th National Book Awards as her talk show returns amid writers' strike
The decision comes hot on the heels of the talk show host's return to television screens with her 'The Drew Barrymore Show'
2023-09-13 19:27
Vote of no confidence in Irish police chief Harris
A huge majority of association members have voted no confidence in the commissioner.
2023-09-13 19:24
Jon Tester failed to fully follow through on ethics pledge at center of 2006 campaign
Democratic Sen. Jon Tester failed to fulfill multiple promises he made in a public ethics pledge during his first Senate campaign in 2006, including a vow to publicly post meetings between members of his Senate staff and lobbyists.
2023-09-13 19:21
Dollarama raises annual sales forecast as demand thrives
Dollarama raised annual sales forecast on Wednesday, banking on strong demand for its discounted groceries and essentials as
2023-09-13 19:19
Roundup: Shakira Performs at VMAs; NSYNC Reunites; Max Scherzer Exits With Injury
Shakira performed a medley at the VMAs, NSYNC reunited to present an award, Max Scherzer exited a Rangers game with an injury and more in the Roundup.
2023-09-13 19:16
Doja Cat's 'incredible' VMA performance hit with conspiracy theories
The MTV VMAs have been and gone for another year, with many calling the event one of the best in recent times. From Nicki Minaj hosting the show and sharing a snippet from her upcoming album Pink Friday 2 to Shakira accepting the Vanguard award and Selena Gomez's viral reaction to a Chris Brown nomination, the VMAs certainly put on a show. Now, let's face it. No award show would be complete with wild Satanist accusations – and this year, it was Doja Cat's turn. Doja's incredible performance included three lead singles from her upcoming album Scarlet: 'Attention,' 'Paint the Town Red,' and 'Demons'. Viewers soon rushed to social media to praise the star for raising the bar, with one writing: "Doja Cat is a PERFORMER. Her mic was on and the concept eats. A true artist." Another added: "MY GOD!!! This performance is the best my eyes have ever seen." Even Tiffany Haddish, Taylor Swift and Emily Ratajkowski showed their admiration in the audience, dancing along to Doja's set. Doja Cat - "Attention" / "Paint The Town Red" / "Demons" | 2023 VMAs www.youtube.com However, it didn't take long for conspiracy theorists to chime in accusing the star of worshipping the devil. "Doja Cat is a good artist, but b**** I’m scared of this performance lol. It’s a lot of devil talk," one wrote, while another asked MTV "Why is Doja Cat promoting devil satanic mess?" A third added: "Doja Cat what in the Demonic Devil performance was that on MTV music awards." One X/Twitter user wrote: "Did Doja Cat just sacrifice herself to the devil on live TV?" When it comes to A-list performances, Bill M, the Magister of the Church, previously told Indy100 that he "can't believe the holy-rollers keep taking the bait," describing them as "so passé". "I really have no idea where these Illuminati believers are getting their information on 'Satanism' and 'Satanic ritual' from," he says. "It's certainly not from any actual Satanic literature." Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-09-13 19:15
Macquarie, Columbia Asia among bidders for Ramsay-Sime Darby $1.3 billion healthcare JV - sources
By Rishav Chatterjee Australia's Macquarie and Malaysian hospital chain Columbia Asia are among the bidders for the acquisition
2023-09-13 18:58
