Meta's Threads could lure ads from Twitter but it's early days, analysts say
By Akash Sriram, Samrhitha A and Sheila Dang Threads, Meta Platform's broadside to Twitter, is seen by some
2023-07-24 18:24
UK Banks to Be Summoned to Treasury Meet After Farage Uproar
The UK’s Treasury will ask the leaders of 19 banks and fintechs, including NatWest Group Plc, Lloyds Banking
2023-07-24 17:56
Trump news – live: Trump goes on the attack over Jan 6 probe as Mike Pence downplays Capitol riot
Donald Trump has gone on the attack over the grand jury investigation into the January 6 Capitol riot and his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election – as he could be indicted on criminal charges as soon as this week. In a Truth Social rant on Sunday night, the former president lashed out at special counsel Jack Smith and Attorney General Merrick Garland claiming that the investigations are a “coordinated Hoax” and a ploy to “STEAL ANOTHER ELECTION through PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT at levels never seen before in the U.S.”. This comes as former vice president Mike Pence downplayed Mr Trump’s actions leading up to the Capitol riot, claiming that he is not sure if they were criminal or not. “While his words were reckless, based on what I know, I am not yet convinced that they were criminal,” Mr Pence, who is also a Republican presidential contender, told CNN’s “State of the Union”. In one of the clearest signs that Mr Trump could face federal charges for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election, the former president said last week that he had received a letter saying he is a target of a grand jury investigation. Read More What Donald Trump’s trial date means for the 2024 election Trump demands cameras in courtroom for potential election fraud case Trump legal team tries again to block Georgia election interference grand jury probe Trump calls for ‘immediate’ death penalty for child traffickers after watching QAnon-linked movie
2023-07-24 17:46
Rhodes tourist felt she had been left to die
Libby Robb says she struggled to escape the fires and felt "abandoned".
2023-07-24 17:26
Who is Joel Schiffman? 'Today' host Hoda Kotb shared she and her ex-fiance are better off as friends
The couple, who got engaged in November 2019, had been together for eight years and share two daughters, Haley Joy and Hope Catherine
2023-07-24 17:19
Gary Lineker responds after ex-Match of The Day host Des Lynam tells him to stick to football
Gary Lineker has brushed off criticism from his Match of the Day predecessor Des Lynam who said he should “get on with the football” and stay away from controversial topics outside the game. Lineker, 62, had to “step back” from presenting the BBC’s flagship football show earlier this year until he and the corporation reached an “agreed and clear position” on his use of social media, the broadcaster said. His tweets have attracted controversy while he has been the BBC’s highest-paid on-air talent for the sixth consecutive year and the only star to earn more than £1 million in the year 2022/2023, according to the corporation’s annual report. Lynam, 80, told BBC Radio 4’s Broadcasting House programme: “I like him as a chap, I like him as a broadcaster. But I think there are some areas that he should stay out of. “For example, the last World Cup was in Qatar and he went very, very strongly about the limitations of society in Qatar. And he’s right, there are, but he’s not the person to say it. Get on with the football”. Lineker, a former Tottenham and Leicester striker, later commented: “Des is entitled to his opinion… as, of course, am I.” His response came in a tweet replying to a comment by Adil Ray, the creator and writer of BBC1’s Citizen Khan show. He wrote: “Love Des Lynam but just heard a clip on Radio 4 this morning saying @GaryLineker should stick to football. In 2013, Lynam, still an influential figure, came out publicly as a supporter of Farage and UKIP.” Lineker has tweeted widely about refugees and immigration policy where he has voiced support for a liberal approach to border controls, and he also expressed support for a second EU referendum. During last year’s Qatar World Cup he led criticism of Foreign Secretary James Cleverly for suggesting LGBT+ fans be “respectful of the host nation”. He posted in response to the cabinet minister’s comments: “Whatever you do, don’t do anything gay. Is that the message?” Lineker has been the face of Match Of The Day for more than 20 years but his future at the BBC came under the spotlight in March amid questions about impartiality. He was taken off air by the broadcaster after posting a tweet in which he said the language used by the Government to promote its asylum plans was not dissimilar to 1930s Germany. Lineker missed one edition of the Saturday night show, before returning to his presenting role after a boycott by top on-air talent. Read More Peers to grill BBC bosses about governance following Huw Edwards furore Jeremy Vine agrees deal with Twitter user who wrongly named him in presenter row BBC should ‘stand up for itself more,’ Blair says amid Huw Edwards furore The Huw Edwards affair should remind us we are lucky to have the BBC Gary Lineker remains at top of list of BBC’s highest paid on-air talent Gary Lineker slams Tory MP for ‘outrageous’ Nazi claim comments
2023-07-24 16:57
Lesotho country profile
Provides an overview of Lesotho, including key facts about this small country in southern Africa.
2023-07-24 16:56
Lesotho media guide
An overview of the media in Lesotho, as well as links to broadcasters and newspapers.
2023-07-24 16:46
Philips Slumps After Order Drop Outweighs Improved Outlook
Royal Philips NV fell after a decline in new orders and ongoing uncertainties on costs related to a
2023-07-24 15:58
'The Chase' contestant creates online trivia game featuring 'Jeopardy!' champs, fans say 'it's addictive'
Many fans of trivia seem to be extremely excited to play the game from the comfort of their own homes
2023-07-24 15:29
'It comes up on you fast:' Scorching heat is crushing American businesses
A 119-degree day in Phoenix hits like a blast of hot air from the oven with no relief in sight, and for a business owner like Lyn Thomas, there's hardly any avoiding it.
2023-07-24 15:21
Raigad: Dozens still missing as India landslide search called off
Twenty-seven bodies were found while 57 people are still missing after the landslide in Maharashtra state.
2023-07-24 15:18
