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UK has 'robust' approach to China, Sunak insists
The prime minister was defending the government's position a day after his MPs accused Beijing of "malicious" cyber campaigns.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Sunak faces criticism as major Tory donor knighted
Businessman Mohamed Mansour has been given a knighthood, along with Mark Spencer and Philip Davies.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Rishi Sunak faces tough by-election after MP Scott Benton quits
Ex-Tory MP resigns after being suspended from Commons last month in wake of a newspaper sting operationFinancial Times - World -
Chinese ‘state-affiliated’ organisations behind cyber-attacks on MPs and Electoral Commission, Dowden says – UK politics live
Deputy PM says international partners, including the US, will also be making statements today about similar Chinese cyber-attacks . Andrew Bowie, the energy minister, said the government should have revived investment in nuclear energy “years ago” ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
Rishi Sunak’s greatest liability is his deluded party
Tory MPs and aides need to recognise the rightward lurch that has occurred during his premiershipFinancial Times - Business -
Tory MP faces lobbying questions over Treasury committee role
Co-owner of investment management firm called for ‘urgent’ post-Brexit changes to City rules at committee meetings. A senior Tory MP is facing questions over whether he used his Commons Treasury committee role to lobby for post-Brexit changes to ...The Guardian - World -
Rishi Sunak doesn’t help his chances amid a dire public realm
Despite voter concerns, PM will pledge to cut spending — moving the Tory platform further away from BritonsFinancial Times - World -
Sunak’s attempt to boost Tory morale hit after two ministers resign
UK PM forced into mini-reshuffle ahead of three-week break after Robert Halfon and James Heappey quitFinancial Times - Business -
Why some Tory MPs are stepping down
We shouldn't be surprised that some MPs are thinking of leaving as a general election approaches.BBC News - Top stories -
Renter reforms watered down after Tory concerns
Ministers propose changes after some MPs said they wanted more protections for landlords.BBC News - Top stories -
Like Barbie, there are many Rishis. Which is the real Sunak is beyond even his supporters’ grasp | Isabel Hardman
Conservative MPs are being asked to unite behind their leader but first the prime minister has to decide who he wants to be. When Rishi Sunak told his MPs to unite behind him last week, many were left scratching their heads. Both the subject and ...The Guardian - World -
On board HMS Diamond as it faces Houthi attacks
The BBC witnesses the moment a Royal Navy warship responds when a missile is fired in the Red Sea.BBC News - Top stories -
UK politicians need to get over Brexit and prioritise trade, say businesses
Britain’s reputation as an investment partner demands urgent work, BCC warnsFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Tory donor’s knighthood is sign Sunak ‘believes he’s on way out’, Labour says
Anneliese Dodds says the honour for Mohamed Mansour appears clearly tied to his £5m donation to the Tories. Rishi Sunak’s decision to hand a knighthood to a businessman and former Egyptian government minister who donated £5m to the Conservative ...The Guardian - World -
Sacha Baron Cohen hits back over Rebel Wilson book
The Australian actress criticises the British comedian in a chapter about him in her forthcoming memoir.BBC News - Top stories -
Sacha Baron Cohen counters Rebel Wilson after she claims reps 'bullied' her over book
Sacha Baron Cohen responded to Rebel Wilson's claims from the set of 'The Brothers Grimsby.' The 'Borat' star inspires a chapter in Wilson's new memoir.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Vinicius breaks down in tears over racist abuse
Brazil's Vinícius Júnior broke down in tears in Monday's news conference as he admitted he has "less will to play" because of the racist abuse he has suffered in Spain.ESPN - Sports -
Outcry in France as Principal Steps Down Over Head Scarf Incident
A Paris school principal received online death threats after he was involved in an “altercation” with a Muslim student over her head scarf, sparking outrage in a country still scarred by the killing of two teachers.The New York Times - World -
Wizards, Capitals staying in D.C.: Teams reach new deal in Washington after VA move shut down, per report
The Wizards and Capitals are set to stay in D.C. with the city reportedly giving them $515 million for arena upgradesCBS Sports - Sports -
Immigration is an election headache for Sunak
British voters hold mixed views but most want better controls rather than sharp cuts in migrant numbersFinancial Times - World -
Greek opposition party seeks to bring down the government over its handling of a 2023 rail disaster
A Greek opposition party has submitted a motion of no-confidence in the government over its handling of a deadly railway disaster last yearABC News - World -
FAU's May gets 5-year deal to take over Michigan
Florida Atlantic's Dusty May has been hired as the next men's basketball coach at Michigan, agreeing to a five-year contract that averages $3.75 million annually.ESPN - Sports -
Triple lock for pensions to stay if Tories win election
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he will pay for the "expensive" pledge through economic growth.BBC News - Top stories -
New post-Brexit tariff to apply to UK cars going to Canada
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Assange judges seek no death penalty pledge from US
Court postpones decision on the Wikileaks founder's case to give the US time to make assurances.BBC News - Top stories -
Former Tory MP resigns triggering new by-election
The Blackpool South MP was facing a local vote to remove him, following a Commons suspension.BBC News - Top stories -
Sunak can scrape some cheer from this by-election
The timing of Scott Benton’s resignation in Blackpool South means that vote can be held on May 2, mitigating the painFinancial Times - World -
UK approach to China is 'robust', Sunak says
It comes after some MPs criticised the response to cyber-attacks blamed on Beijing-linked hackers.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Sketchy Politics: can anything save Sunak?
The FT's chief UK political commentator Robert Shrimsley and deputy opinion editor Miranda Green look ahead to the local elections, and examine Labour's 'Ming vase' strategyFinancial Times - Business -
Sacha Baron Cohen denies Rebel Wilson’s claims of ‘asshole’ behaviour on set
Australian star names Baron Cohen as the ‘massive asshole’ referred to in her memoir, Rebel Rising, as representatives for the Borat actor reject ‘demonstrably false’ allegations. Rebel Wilson has named Sacha Baron Cohen, who she worked with on ...The Guardian - World -
Video shows kidnapped labourers in Ethiopia, not government soldiers held by rebel fighters
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Relationship expert discusses Rebel Wilson's personal message on virginity
Rebel Wilson reveals in her memoir that she lost her virginity at 35 years old. Maria Avgitidis, also known as "Matchmaker Maria," is a relationship expert and discusses Wilson's personal message.CBS News - Entertainment -
Meta, Google, Apple face EU probes over new tech regulations
The European Union launched investigations into Meta, Google and Apple to review if the three U.S.-based tech giants’ recently announced measures comply with the EU’s new tech regulations, the European Commission announced Monday. The ...The Hill - Politics -
NBC faces backlash from network stars over Ronna McDaniel hiring
NBC News is facing significant backlash from within over its hiring of former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel to provide commentary on the 2024 elections. Former NBC “Meet the Press” moderator Chuck Todd excoriated the network ...The Hill - Politics -
UK faces difficult and expensive choice over ‘essential’ nuclear deterrent
Ageing submarine fleet is overstretched, replacement boats are years late and costs have mushroomedFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Payout for Uber Eats driver over face scan bias case
A black delivery driver's account was removed after facial-recognition software failed to recognise him.BBC News - Top stories -
KuCoin and Its Founders Face Criminal Charges Over Money-Laundering Violations
U.S. prosecutors have filed criminal charges against KuCoin and two of its founders, accusing the global cryptocurrency exchange of violating U.S. anti-money-laundering laws.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Water companies in England face outrage over record sewage discharges
Call for environmental emergency to be declared after data reveals 105% rise in raw sewage discharges over past 12 months. How polluted is your local river and which regions are worst hit?Water companies in England have faced a barrage of ...The Guardian - World -
Funeral inquiry firm faces wind up order over debt
Legacy Independent Funeral Directors "owes thousands of pounds" in unpaid burial and cremation fees.BBC News - Top stories -
TikTok is under investigation by the FTC over data practices and could face a lawsuit
A person familiar with the matter says the Federal Trade Commission is investigating TikTok over its data and security practicesABC News - Tech - Tiktok