UK firm GSK to pay $2.2bn over Zantac cancer claims
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Fault with BBC Weather app suggests hurricane winds in UK
"Don't be alarmed folks," says weather presenter Matt Taylor after a data glitch on the site.14 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
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More workers set to get right to sick pay and parental leave
A major overhaul of workers' rights is planned, but the changes will not take place for two years.1 hour ago -
World - The Guardian
Will the UK ‘give up’ Gibraltar next? In Spain, we’re more worried about Brexit’s absurdities | María Ramírez
Ignore warnings of the Rock following the Chagos Islands – new border checks are more of a threat to livelihoods in the territory and beyond. A few hours after the British government announced that ...2 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Church claims pupils called 'bullies' over homosexuality views
A Presbyterian Church representative tells MLAs it is important to teach "critical thinking" in lessons.2 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
How anime took over the world
The global footprint of the animated sub-genre is growing inexorably4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I am physically here, but mentally in Gaza’ says lecturer now living in UK
With 120 Palestinian academics killed since October 7, the Council for At-Risk Academics faces unprecedented demand for assistance. For Amani Ahmed, her new life with her family in Edinburgh, ...4 hours ago -
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UK firm GSK to pay $2.2bn over Zantac cancer claims
The UK-based firm has reached agreements with law firms representing about 80,000, or 93%, of claimants.4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Tech - ABC News
Marriott agrees to pay $52 million, beef up data security to resolve probes over data breaches
Marriott International has agreed to pay $52 million and make changes to bolster its data security6 hours ago -
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"It's so stupid": False claims about hurricanes must stop, Biden says
Many local officials have taken to social media to push back on harmful misinformation about Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.7 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Business - The New York Times
Zantac’s Developer Settles Lawsuits Claiming Cancer Link
GSK, which developed and sold versions of the now-discontinued blockbuster heartburn drug, agreed to pay up to $2.2 billion.8 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK ministers fire starting gun on landmark worker rights reform
Government softens proposal for day one protection from unfair dismissal as it sets out flagship package9 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Politics - The Hill
Biden rips Trump’s hurricane claims as 'un-American,' calls for him to stop
President Biden on Wednesday called former President Trump’s claims about Hurricane Milton hitting Florida “un-American” and said he should stop spreading disinformation about the government's ...10 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Sports - ESPN
Magic-Pelicans canceled over hurricane concerns
Concerns over Hurricane Milton and its effects on Florida forced the cancellation of Friday's preseason game in Orlando between the Magic and the New Orleans Pelicans, the NBA said.10 hours ago -
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Springfield, Ohio, grapples with real health challenges as well as false claims
What is really happening in Springfield, Ohio, is a microcosm of the health care challenges immigration hot spots throughout the country are facing.11 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Piers Morgan edits out Jaguar Wright's claims about Beyoncé and Jay-Z's ties to Diddy
Piers Morgan edited an 'Uncensored' interview after a guest who was discussing Diddy's arrest made 'totally false' claims about Jay-Z and Beyoncé.11 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Marriott to Improve Data-Security Practices, Pay $52 Million in U.S. Settlements
The hotel operator agreed to pay a penalty and implement enhanced data-security practices as part of separate settlements with the FTC and U.S. states related to data breaches that affected ...13 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
49ers DC Sorensen disputes Bosa's claim about in-game adjustments
San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen responded to Nick Bosa's claim about the unit's in-game adjustments.13 hours ago - NFL -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves rules out ‘exit tax’ for wealthy people leaving UK
Chancellor urged to bring in expatriation charge in order to avoid increasing UK capital gains levy in Budget13 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
GSK shares jump after drugmaker reaches $2.2bn Zantac settlement
Agreement over heartburn medicine should help to resolve concerns hanging over UK drugmaker13 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Aaron Rodgers denies ‘ridiculous’ claims he played role in Saleh’s firing
Jets coach was fired by Woody Johnson on Monday QB says he has to play better for rest of season Aaron Rodgers insisted he played no role in the firing of Robert Saleh as the New York Jets coach ...14 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
GSK to Pay Over $2 Billion in Bid to End Most U.S. Zantac Lawsuits
GSK agreed to pay more than $2 billion to settle almost all remaining liability cases in the U.S. over allegations its discontinued heartburn medicine Zantac causes cancer.14 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Former foreign policy adviser to three UK PMs appointed as UN aid chief
Tom Fletcher becomes sixth Briton in a row to take up post despite calls for it to be subject to open competition. A former foreign policy adviser to three prime ministers including Gordon Brown ...14 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Politics - The Hill
Honda recalling 1.7M vehicles over steering concerns
Honda recalled approximately 1.7 million vehicles in a Wednesday announcement, due to a defective part in the steering gearbox in various Honda and Acura models manufactured from 2022 to 2025. It ...14 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Biden rips 'beyond ridiculous' hurricane claims from Greene
President Biden on Wednesday blasted former President Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) for spreading what he called “irresponsible” and “beyond ridiculous” falsehoods around severe ...15 hours ago - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
Tories shocked at Cleverly exit while Labour MP says Badenoch-Jenrick contest is a ‘gift’ – UK politics live
Audible gasps as apparent frontrunner is eliminated while political rivals are gleeful. Bookmakers have cut the odds on Kemi Badenoch becoming next Tory leader because there has been a surge of ...15 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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"Grazer" claims victory in Alaska's fat bear contest after dramatic showdown
In a fierce competition, 20-year-old bear Grazer won Alaska's Fat Bear Contest for the second year in a row, defeating fan favorite Chunk, who had killed one of her cubs earlier this summer. Grazer ...15 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Backyard Baseball Stream To Beat Childhood Cancer Will Feature Pro Athletes, Viewer-Choice
Mega Cat Studios, Crowd Control, and BackyardSports.Online are working together on the BackyardSports.Online Charity Stream, aimed at gathering funds to support St. Jude Children's Research ...15 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Francis Ngannou dismisses Dana White's claims about the fighter's financial success in boxing: 'That's a lie'
Ngannou responds to White's claims that Ngannou would have earned more money by staying in the UFC16 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Hearing Aid Giant Starkey Bet Big on AI, and It’s Paying Off
Starkey, the US’s largest hearing aid producer, just announced a new AI-powered device.17 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Lessons in law and economics from the Next pay gap case
Companies need to be careful, but the judgment ultimately preserves market forces17 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Florida Republican suggests Greene have ‘head examined’ over hurricane claims
Florida Republican Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez suggested Wednesday that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) should have her “head examined” after she claimed humans can control the weather. “Humans ...17 hours ago - Florida -
World - The Guardian
Rebekah Vardy told to pay Coleen Rooney £100,000 more after ‘Wagatha Christie’ case
Judge orders further payment after the women’s lawyers returned to court this week in dispute over legal costs. Rebekah Vardy has been ordered to pay Coleen Rooney a further £100,000 after their ...17 hours ago -
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Vardy ordered to pay £100,000 towards Rooney in Wagatha case
A legal dispute over costs has been heard in court this week, with more expected next year.18 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
2024 Week 6 NFL picks, odds, best bets from advanced model: This 5-way football parlay pays out 25-1
SportsLine's Model reveals its top Week 6 NFL picks, NFL best bets, NFL parlay picks, NFL parlay card, NFL predictions, and 25-1 football parlay18 hours ago - NFL -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
The Battle Over Robots at U.S. Ports Is On
Striking dockworkers are back to work—but disagreement over automation stands in the way of lasting peace.Yesterday