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Ofcom apologises for 'ill-judged' joke about porn regulation job
Campaigners say the post, by a senior manager at the regulator, treats porn as a job perk.BBC News - 20h -
Michael Vick talks to Sacramento State and Norfolk State about head coaching jobs
Michael Vick has talked to at least two schools about becoming a college head coachABC News - 1d -
Why was French territory of Mayotte so ill-equipped to deal with Cyclone Chido?
A brief look at the small Indian Ocean archipelago hit by what local authorities call an ‘immense catastrophe’. Winds of at least 140mph from Cyclone Chido have devastated the French overseas ...The Guardian - 1d -
Tourists in Fiji ill after suspected pina-colada poisoning
Authorities said the patients had drunk pina coladas at a five-star resort bar.BBC News - 2d -
Brady gets candid about Belichick taking UNC job: ‘Blew me away'
Bill Belichick's move to North Carolina stunned many in the football world, including his longtime Patriots quarterback, Tom Brady.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Cricket commentator Isa Guha apologises for Jasprit Bumrah ‘primate’ comment
Guha ‘deeply sorry’ for choosing wrong word to describe India quick ‘Let’s move on,’ Indian cricket great Ravi Shastri says The respected cricket commentator Isa Guha has issued an apology after ...The Guardian - 2d -
Bill Belichick reached out to Jets about vacancy before taking UNC job – reports
Belichick said to have asked about Jets coaching vacancy Legendary NFL coach took college job earlier this week Bill Belichick, who famously quit on the Jets in 2000, inquired about New York’s ...The Guardian - 3d -
Bill Belichick reached out to Jets about their vacancy before taking UNC job, AP source says
A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that Bill Belichick contacted the New York Jets about their head coaching vacancy before accepting the job at North CarolinaABC News - 3d -
Bill Belichick reached out to Jets about their head coaching opening before landing UNC job
Belichick and New York had contactCBS Sports - 3d -
Jenny Eclair looks back: ‘Anorexia is difficult to get out of. I can joke about it now, because I’m overweight’
The comedian and novelist on the stress of sudden success, her disordered relationship with food, and how hobbies have replaced her libido. Born in Kuala Lumpur in 1960, Jenny Eclair is a comedian, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Ruben Amorim insists he never spoke to Manchester City about manager’s job
Amorim was linked with City amid Guardiola uncertainty Manchester United manager faces first derby on Sunday Ruben Amorim has insisted he never spoke to Manchester City about becoming Pep ...The Guardian - 4d -
Elon Musk and DOGE vs. Regulators
The billionaire has needled government agencies, armed with potential influence over their budgets. But some of these organizations are also looking into his interests.The New York Times - 4d -
AP photos capture British royal family's year of illness and recovery
Britain’s royal family is always in the public eye, their every move documented by reporters and captured for posterity by photographers. But even for a group of people who live their lives under a ...ABC News - 4d -
Ofcom fines UK’s Royal Mail £10.5mn for poor performance
Penalty almost double previous year’s over failure to meet delivery targetsFinancial Times - 5d -
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RFK Jr.'s daughter-in-law met with Ratcliffe about CIA job: Washington Post
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s daughter-in-law took a private meeting with John Ratcliffe, President-elect Trump’s pick to run the CIA, in an apparent bid for a high-ranking position within the agency, ...The Hill - 5d -
Canadian Green Party leader: Trump's 51st state 'joke' is 'not funny'
Canadian Green Party leader Elizabeth May said on Tuesday that President-elect Trump’s “joke” about Canada being the 51st state of America is “not funny.” Trump took to social media to mock ...The Hill - 6d -
How will Trump change AI safety regulations?
President-elect Donald Trump has promised changes to policies regarding artificial intelligence. Elizabeth Kelly, the director of the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute, joins CBS News ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
In Penny Verdict, a Flashpoint in the Debate Over Crime and Mental Illness
A New York jury acquitted Daniel Penny in the death of Jordan Neely. Republican politicians hailed the verdict. But some New Yorkers found it deeply disturbing.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Daniel Penny trial spotlighted issues of homelessness, mental illness: Experts
Legal experts told ABC News they believe the Daniel Penny trial tapped into societal concerns regarding homelessness, severe mental illness, safety and race.ABC News - Dec. 9 -
What Zolak is hearing about Belichick's pursuit of UNC coaching job
Is Bill Belichick seriously considering a pivot to college? Scott Zolak relays what he's heard about Belichick's interest in the North Carolina head coach job.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Sycamore Gap tree felling trial delayed by illness
One of two men accused of illegally felling the landmark tree is unwell and unable to stand trial.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
Guardiola responds to Mourinho jibe: 'It was a joke'
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he was only joking when he referred to winning twice as many Premier League titles as Jose Mourinho.ESPN - Dec. 7 -
S Korea president apologises for martial law declaration
Yoon Suk Yeol says he will not make a second such order as he faces an impeachment vote.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
South Korean president apologises for martial law attempt as impeachment vote looms
Yoon Suk Yeol tells nation he will face legal consequences and will not try to impose martial law for a second time. The South Korean president, Yoon Suk Yeol, has apologised for his short-lived ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Reports: Bill Belichick talks with North Carolina about open head coaching job
The former New England Patriots coach has been out of coaching this year. UNC fired Mack Brown before the final game of the regular season.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Jeff Bezos Says He’s ‘Optimistic’ About Trump’s Goal of Cutting Regulations
‘If I can help do that, I’m going to help him,’ the Amazon founder said of the incoming president’s deregulatory initiative.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Mattel sued by mom over 'Wicked' merchandise with link to porn site
A South Carolina mom is suing Mattel after the toymaker mistakenly printed URL links on 'Wicked' dolls' packaging that directed consumers to a porn site.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers
Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
UK regulator approves £16.5bn combination of Vodafone and Three
Merger is expected to create Britain’s largest mobile operatorFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Jeff Bezos says he is 'optimistic' about a new Trump term and can help with cutting regulations
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says he is “optimistic” about President-elect Donald Trump’s second term and expressed some excitement about potential regulatory cutbacks in the coming yearsABC News - Dec. 4 -
Jeff Bezos says he's optimistic about Trump, will help administration reduce regulation
Donald Trump and Jeff Bezos clashed frequently during the president-elect's first term in the White House.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
Mysterious illness in Congo has killed dozens of people, health authorities report
A mysterious disease with flu-like symptoms has killed dozens of people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to health officials.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Mattel Sued Over ‘Wicked’ Dolls Packaging Linking to Porn Site
Dolls of characters in the hit movie went to store shelves with an error that send customers to an adult film site, prompting a South Carolina mom to file suit against the toy maker.Inc. - Dec. 4 -
Fetterman jokes he'd consider confirming DeSantis if he admits to lifts
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joked Wednesday that he’d consider confirming Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) as Defense secretary if he admits to the use of lifts in his shoes. “I’ll consider a YES on ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Mom sues Mattel over Wicked doll packages with porn site link
Holly Ricketson of South Carolina files proposed class action after daughter shows her hardcore photographs. Mattel was sued on Tuesday by a South Carolina mother for mistakenly putting a link to ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Is Enron back? If it's a joke, some former employees aren't laughing
Enron, the Houston-based energy company that exemplified the worst in corporate fraud and greed in America after it went bankrupt in 2001, is coming backABC News - Dec. 3 -
Nomura chief apologises after ex-employee charged with clients’ attempted murder
Former wealth management staff arrested after allegedly setting customers’ house on fireFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
UK regulator opens door to Shein London listing
Financial Conduct Authority values disclosure over ‘corporate behaviour’, says Nikhil RathiFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Gregg Wallace apologises for 'middle-class women' comment
And, President Biden pardons son Hunter.BBC News - Dec. 2
