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Elon Musk announces that X will cease operations in Brazil due to ‘censorship orders.’
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Science & Technology

Elon Musk announces that X will cease operations in Brazil due to ‘censorship orders.’

Elon Musk announced on Saturday that the social media platform X will shut down its operations in Brazil "effective immediately." This decision comes in response to what the company describes as "censorship orders" issued by Brazilian judge Alexandre de Moraes. X alleges that Moraes covertly threatened one of its legal representatives in Brazil with arrest if the company did not comply with legal directives to remove certain content from the platform. This claim highlights a significant conflict between the platform and Brazilian authorities. According to X, the threats from Moraes were made in secret, adding to the controversy surrounding the situation. The company asserts that these actions represent an overreach and an infringement on its operations. The content in question ...
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Poll reveals three-quarters of Muslims concerned for their safety following far-right riots.
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World News

Poll reveals three-quarters of Muslims concerned for their safety following far-right riots.

Three-quarters of Muslims now express serious concerns about their safety, according to a recent survey—an increase of nearly 60% since the far-right riots that spread across the UK. The Muslim Women's Network conducted a survey of 200 members to gauge their feelings of safety both before and after the riots. The results show a dramatic shift in perceptions following the unrest. Before the riots, only 16% of respondents said they were very worried about their safety. However, this number has surged to 75% in the wake of the violence, reflecting a significant rise in fear and anxiety within the community. Nearly one in five Muslims surveyed reported encountering hostility since the Southport stabbings. The violence was fueled by misinformation about the main suspect in the attac...
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Home Secretary Yvette Cooper plans to take strong action against those promoting ‘hateful beliefs.’
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World News

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper plans to take strong action against those promoting ‘hateful beliefs.’

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has vowed to crack down on individuals "pushing harmful and hateful beliefs" and to "kickstart" a new approach to combating extremism following the recent riots across the UK. The Home Office has initiated a "rapid sprint" to develop a fresh strategy for countering extremism. This project aims to provide analysis and recommendations on how to "address the threat posed by extremist ideologies." It will guide the creation of a new government counter-extremism strategy to adapt to the evolving patterns of extremism in the UK. The Home Office stated that the initiative will examine the rise of both Islamist and far-right extremism in the UK, as well as broader ideological trends, including extreme misogyny and ideologies centered on violence. So far,...
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‘Fortnite’ returns to iPhone and Android in the EU following antitrust battle
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Entertainment

‘Fortnite’ returns to iPhone and Android in the EU following antitrust battle

Fortnite's mobile app is making a return to iPhones in Europe and Android devices globally, four years after it was removed from Apple and Google’s app stores due to a high-profile antitrust dispute. The game's reappearance on these major mobile platforms, along with the launch of Epic Games' own mobile app store, highlights the growing impact of EU regulations on major tech companies. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney attributed the return to the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which mandates that digital “gatekeepers” must allow competitors access to their platforms. Sweeney noted that “the tide is turning” as both Apple and Google face increasing scrutiny from regulators and courts worldwide. Fortnite, along with other Epic Games titles like Fall Guys and Rocket League Sideswipe, will be...
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New Regulations, Fresh Faces: The Premier League Returns
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Sports

New Regulations, Fresh Faces: The Premier League Returns

The Premier League kicks off this weekend with Manchester City aiming to maintain their dominance in English football and Ipswich making their return to the top tier. The season begins on Friday with Manchester United facing Fulham, followed by matches throughout the weekend. Ipswich will host Liverpool on Saturday, while Manchester City will visit Chelsea on Sunday, featuring two of the most anticipated games of the opening weekend. Arsenal are hopeful they can finally overtake Manchester City for the title, and Manchester United will be looking to bounce back from their worst season since 1990. Expect changes to handball rules, VAR, and injury time among other adjustments. BBC Sport explores the new faces and changes to watch for in the 2024-25 Premier League season. The v...
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Global stocks achieve strongest weekly performance in nine months.
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Business, World News

Global stocks achieve strongest weekly performance in nine months.

Global stocks posted their strongest week since November, as volatility subsided and investors brushed off recent concerns about a potential US recession. Equity markets worldwide made a strong comeback from the earlier month’s downturn, supported by encouraging US data that indicated resilient consumer spending and declining inflation. Wall Street's S&P 500 index ended a four-week losing streak, closing the week up 3.9%, including a 0.2% gain on Friday, marking its best performance since November. "A lot of the fear and trepidation has dissipated," said Joe Mazzola, head trading and derivatives strategist at Charles Schwab. "The data shows the US economy is slowing, but that's expected after two years of rate hikes. It's just when the slowdown becomes evident that nerves s...
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UK Military Satellite Launches to Enhance Space Capability
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Science & Technology

UK Military Satellite Launches to Enhance Space Capability

The UK military has successfully launched its first dedicated Earth-imaging satellite. Named Tyche, this satellite, roughly the size of a washing machine, is equipped with high-resolution capabilities to monitor battlefield troop movements and vehicles. Tyche serves as a prototype, paving the way for a future constellation of satellites planned for this decade. These upcoming satellites will feature advanced sensors, with some designed to penetrate cloud cover and intercept radio communications. Tyche was launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon rocket from California, with lift-off occurring at 11:56 local time (19:56 BST). The satellite will orbit the Earth at an altitude of approximately 500 kilometers and is expected to function for at least five years. Historically, UK forces have ...
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PwC hit with record £15 million fine by FCA over London Capital & Finance
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Business

PwC hit with record £15 million fine by FCA over London Capital & Finance

The UK’s financial regulator has imposed a record £15 million fine on PwC for failing to alert authorities to suspected fraudulent activity at London Capital & Finance (LCF), an investment group at the center of a major retail savings scandal. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced on Friday that it had penalized the Big Four accounting firm after it did not report concerns that LCF might be involved in fraud. This marks the first time the FCA has fined an audit firm and follows a separate £4.9 million fine issued to PwC in May by the accounting watchdog for shortcomings in its 2016 audit of LCF. The new fine is the largest regulatory penalty ever levied against PwC in the UK, surpassing the previous record of £6.5 million imposed by the Financial Reporting Council in...
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£100 Cash Bonuses and Interest-Free Overdrafts: How to Choose the Best Student Bank Account
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Education

£100 Cash Bonuses and Interest-Free Overdrafts: How to Choose the Best Student Bank Account

In the coming weeks, many young people will be starting a long-term relationship, but it's not of a romantic nature—it's with their student bank account. As students head off to university, banks and building societies are eager to attract them with enticing offers, such as attractive perks and generous overdraft limits, in hopes of retaining them as customers beyond their academic years. While it's not mandatory to open a student bank account—standard current accounts are also an option—student accounts provide unique benefits tailored specifically for university life. Here’s a summary of the key perks and interest-free overdraft options from major banks. Perks: £100 cash and a free tastecard (valued at £55 per year, although current membership costs £29.99). Interest-...
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A study finds that Gove’s free schools increase segregation and negatively impact nearby schools.
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Education

A study finds that Gove’s free schools increase segregation and negatively impact nearby schools.

Michael Gove’s free schools program has been linked to increased social segregation and a decline in student numbers at neighboring schools, according to a recent analysis of the initiative. Promoted as a major achievement of the 14-year Conservative-led government, free schools were intended to enhance educational quality and expand parental choice. They aimed to drive improvements in nearby schools and create a "galvanizing effect" across the education system. However, new research from University College London, shared with the Observer, indicates that the introduction of free schools has been associated with greater segregation among primary school students, particularly along ethnic lines. The study also found no significant improvement in student attainment at nearby primary...
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