Ali Abbas Ahmadi BBC News, Toronto Getty Images Deal or no deal, what Wes Love wants is certainty. His Toronto-area business, Taurus Craco, imports machinery from overseas and distributes it across North America, mainly to the United States. But President Donald Trump’s shifting tariffs on Canadian products have left him, like many independent business owners,...
Mohammed Allie BBC News, Cape Town Sibahle Mbasana The Mbasana brothers have to get up at 04:30 to get to school on time Fears of crime and gang violence in the notorious townships on the outskirts of South Africa’s city of Cape Town are forcing some parents to make difficult decisions to send their children...
One could call it the Consolation Cup final. Neither Glasgow City or Rangers would thank you for it though. Both teams had their eyes on the ultimate prize – the SWPL league title, but Hibernian beat them to it. That blow was cushioned for City, who finished second to earn a place in Champions League...
Dua Lipa, Sir Elton John, Sir Ian McKellen and Florence Welch are among a list of stars calling on the prime minister to update copyright laws in a way that protects them from artificial intelligence. A letter signed by more than 400 British musicians, writers and artists, addressed to Sir Keir Starmer, says failing to...
Becky Morton Political reporter Jeff Overs/BBC Carla Denyer has announced she will not stand again as co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, saying she wants to focus on her role as an MP. The MP for Bristol Central was one of four Greens elected in last year’s general election – the party’s...
Real Madrid are aiming to complete the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold before the start of the Club World Cup. The England defender has confirmed he will leave Liverpool when his contract expires later this summer and the 26-year-old is expected to join the Spanish club as a free agent. Alexander-Arnold’s contract with Liverpool expires on...
Getty Images Lucy says she’s always been a bit of worrier, but two years ago she began to get anxious and started having panic attacks. “I didn’t know what was happening and my parents didn’t either,” says the 15-year-old. “It was scary. The attacks would occur without warning. It got worse and I began to...
Ferguson’s temporary appointment came as a surprise since he had been out of management for three years after leaving Alloa Athletic. Clyde and Kelty Hearts were the other clubs he coached, having had a spell as player-manager at Blackpool. “I know what this club needs,” he added. “I want what’s best for Rangers Football Club....
US federal prosecutors have filed a formal notice seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting dead a healthcare boss in New York. Prosecutors argue in the filing that the 26-year-old killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson “to amplify an ideological message” and spark resistance to the health insurance industry. The move...
Devlin was first booked by referee John Beaton for a challenge on Papa Gueye in the 76th minute, with Hearts head coach Neil Crichley disputing that decision as it came after the Aberdeen striker had been flagged offside. The Australia midfielder, 26, was then shown a second yellow, with Critchley saying Devlin would not have...
Jonathan Morris BBC News, South West BBC Derriford Hospital is cutting a total of £67m from its budget, after saving £56m last year A union has said Derriford Hospital is facing hundreds of job losses as managers slash the trust’s wage bill by £34m in a series of financial cuts. University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust,...
US court seeks death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing Brian Thompson. Read full article at source...
US prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting dead UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December. Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement on Tuesday that she had directed federal prosecutors to seek the penalty for the “premeditated, cold-blooded assassination”. Mr Thompson was shot dead outside a hotel...
“While we have successfully adapted to flooding for many years, it is becoming increasingly unmanageable,” said Giles. “Each season, we face greater disruption, significant financial strain and mounting barriers to investment in our facilities. “We have explored every possible option. This work has focused on two key areas: first, what options exist to mitigate or...
Round 1 Saturday, 22 March 12:45-14:45 – Ireland v France at Kingspan Stadium, Belfast (13:00 kick-off) – BBC Two Northern Ireland, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website & app 16:30-19:00 – Scotland v Wales at Hive Stadium, Edinburgh (16:45) – BBC Two, iPlayer, BBC Sport website & app Sunday, 23 March 14:30-17:00 – England v Italy...
