UK on track for most company insolvencies since 2009
LONDON England and Wales are on track for the highest quarterly number of company insolvencies since early 2009,
2023-07-18 18:22
Investigators feared Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect would try to flee the country, police official says
As the tangled investigation into the Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect continues, a police official described to CNN the tense moments leading up to his arrest, including fears that the man might flee the country if he found out that prosecutors were preparing charges in the case.
2023-07-18 18:20
SoftBank Group invests $65 million in UK AI firm - Nikkei
TOKYO SoftBank Group has resumed investment in new AI companies, investing $65 million in British firm Tractable, an
2023-07-18 18:19
Futures muted as Wall St awaits more big bank earnings
U.S. stock index futures were subdued on Tuesday as investors stayed on the sidelines ahead of U.S. retail
2023-07-18 17:51
Drones Target Crimea After Putin Vows to Avenge Bridge Blast
Ukraine and Russia accused each other of overnight drone attacks hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed revenge
2023-07-18 17:49
Arsenal set Folarin Balogun price tag amid Inter interest
Arsenal have slapped a £50m price tag on striker Folarin Balogun as Inter begin talks with the player's representatives.
2023-07-18 17:48
European Stocks Edge Up as Investors Focus on Company Earnings
European stocks edged up on Tuesday as investor focus started to turn to company earnings from economic data
2023-07-18 17:17
Brits travelling to Greece given updated travel advice during extreme heat
Britons travelling to Greece have been told to sign up for emergency alerts as the country is gripped by “extreme heat” and wildfires. The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for the popular tourist destination, with Britons warned of travel disruption as temperatures soar. It comes after thousands were evacuated from at least six seaside communities near Athens after their homes were threatened by wildfires. Much of Greece has been baking in near 40C conditions as a heatwave grips the continent, with temperatures in the southeast European country forecast to climb further later this week and into the weekend. “Extreme temperatures are currently affecting many areas of Greece,” the guidance says. “You can register on the Greek government’s Emergency Communication Service to receive emergency alerts.” Travellers are also advised to monitor local and international weather updates from the Greek Meteorological Service or European Meteorological Services, check conditions with their travel provider and follow the advice of local authorities at all times. There is also a chance that the extreme weather conditions could disrupt travel, the Foreign Office added. Officials in Greece issued the six evacuation orders on Monday morning as strong gusts of up to 70kph (45mph) whipped the wildfire closer to resort towns. The army, police special forces and volunteer rescuers freed retirees from their homes, rescued horses from a stable, and helped monks flee a monastery threatened by the flames. Last night water-dropping planes and helicopters tackled the flames near Lagonisi, some 40 km (25 miles) southeast of the capital. The second large wildfire broke out in a wooded area near the resort town of Loutraki, some 90km (55 miles) west of Athens, where a children’s summer camp and rehabilitation center for seniors were evacuated, local officials said. Fire Service spokesman Yiannis Artopios said the strong and changeable winds and mountainous terrain in which both fires broke out were slowing the firefighting effort. "The conditions are changing constantly and this has to be matched by our response. We have ordered multiple evacuations," he said. The evacuees gathered along the coastline or were put up in schools and hotels, while coast guard vessels were dispatched to smoke-heavy beachfronts to assist if needed. On a visit to Brusssels, Greek prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis described the risk posed by wildfires this month as "extremely difficult" to deal with. "We have always had wildfires and we always will have them. But with the effects of the climate crisis, we are experiencing fires with increasing intensity," Mr Mitsotakis said, speaking on the margins of talks between leaders from the European Union and Latin American and Carribean countries. Greater Athens and much of southern Greece were on the second highest level of alert for wildfires Monday and Tuesday following a four-day heat wave that eased over the weekend. More heatwave temperatures are expected later in the week. Residents and visitors in areas affected by the two fires received cell phone alerts from the Civil Protection Ministry. Loutraki Mayor Giorgos Gionis said municipal workers were also assisting seniors in the evacuations, adding that the operation had been impeded by cell phone reception outages. Local officials confirmed that homes had been destroyed and badly damaged in both fires. Southern and parts of eastern Europe are currently in the grip of a sweltering heatwave that meteorologists forecast will continue well into this week. Other popular holiday destinations including Italy, Spain and Turkey are also experiencing intense heat. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the La Palma area of the Spanish Canary Islands over the weekend as a wildfire tore through 4,500 hectares of land as firefighters struggled to tackle the blaze. Forecasters in Italy say that Sardinia looks set to become the “epicentre” of the heatwave this week and could see temperatures of 48C (118.4F), just shy of the record 48.8C (119.8F) recorded in Sicily in August 2021. This week’s heatwave has been named Charon after the ferryman who delivered souls into the underworld in Greek mythology. Last week’s was named Cerberus - the name of a mythical creature in ancient Greek folklore. Cerberus, a three-headed dog, was believed to guard the gates to the underworld. Scientists say climate change is making extreme weather events like the current heatwaves in Europe more common. Read More Which holiday destinations will be hottest this week and how can you stay safe as temperatures soar? Europe heatwave: Is it safe to travel to Italy, Spain, Greece and Croatia? Extreme 40C heatwaves will frequently occur in UK without emissions cut, Met Office says Independent Traveller guide to best hotels and short breaks Best hotels in New York: Where to stay in Manhattan, Brooklyn and more Cheap hotels in Paris 2022: Where to stay for value for money
2023-07-18 17:00
Woman thanks Kim Kardashian for 'saving her life' after shooting
A woman has said thank you to influencer Kim Kardashian and credited her for “saving” her life after being shot four times. The woman, who goes by the name Angelina, explained the incredible story about how she got shot in a viral TikTok with the caption: “No but fr (for real), thanks Kim.” Key to her survival was the fact she was wearing a Skims bodysuit, sold by Kardashian’s company, that prevented her from bleeding out. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter Angelina explained: “Kim Kardashian saved my life. This New Year’s I got shot four times. The night that I got shot, under my dress, I was wearing a Skims shaping bodysuit. “It was so tight on me that it literally kept me from bleeding out. I recommend it. I’m definitely going to buy some more. I mean, I should wear it every day, it’s like body armour for women. “Call it fate, or Jesus. But, I’mma call it Kim. I’mma call it Kim for sure.” @honeygxd no but fr, thanks kim ???? #fyp #foryou #gunviolence #kimkardashian #kim #skims #skimsbodysuit #gunviolenceawareness According to Page Six, the TikToker was shot four times in Kansas City, Missouri on 1 January 2023 as she waited for her Lyft to pick her up. Kardashian recently shared her TikTok on her Instagram story along with the word “Wow” and the praying hands emoji. Many people commenting on TikTok said they saw the post on Kardashian’s story and came to give Angelica their well-wishes. One person wrote: “Okay first… I’m so sorry you went through that. But also… slay @SKIMS.” Another commented: “Here after seeing this on Kim’s IG Story!” “Your sense of humour about it is so amazing, I’m glad you’re safe! @Kim Kardashian, help a girl out,” another replied. 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.
2023-07-18 16:29
Pret A Manger Reports First Profit in Five Years as Sales Jump
Pret A Manger has returned to profitability for the first time since 2018, as the coffee and sandwich
2023-07-18 16:29
ECB Member Klaas Knot Calls Hiking Beyond July ‘At Most a Possibility’
European Central Bank Governing Council member Klaas Knot said monetary tightening beyond next week’s meeting is anything but
2023-07-18 16:28
Odesa port infrastructure damaged in overnight Russian attacks
By Gleb Garanich KYIV (Reuters) -Russia carried out missile and drone strikes on southern and eastern Ukraine overnight that caused
2023-07-18 16:26
