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Sponsored Infinito helps hotels in Thailand with revenue management
Maximising revenue and profit–isn’t that the ultimate goal for every business in the hospitality industry? If you run a hotel, you might have heard that revenue management is an effective way to boost your top-line revenue. It involves using data...
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Princess Eugenie welcomes baby boy Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank
Princess Eugenie has shared the joyful news of the arrival of her second child, a baby boy, on Instagram. Born on May 30, the young royal has been named Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank. Eugenie, 32, and her husband Jack Brooksbank welcomed the 7lb 1oz baby, whose names pay tribute to his great-great-great grandfather George, his grandpa George, and Eugenie’s grandpa…
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Riptide suspected in Bournemouth beach drowning of girl and teenage boy
A riptide is believed to have caused the tragic drowning of a 17-year-old boy and a 12-year-old girl off Bournemouth beach, according to an inquest. Joe Abbess from Southampton and Sunnah Khan from Buckinghamshire both passed away in hospital following the incident. The inquest held at Dorset Coroner’s Court suggested that a riptide may have led to the pair’s drowning.…
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Tory MP Bob Stewart charged with racial abuse in Bahrain row
Conservative MP Bob Stewart is facing charges of racially abusing a man he allegedly told to “return to Bahrain.” The incident took place outside an event hosted by the Bahraini embassy in December last year, where the Beckenham MP was confronted by a human rights activist regarding his connections to the country. Stewart, 73 years old, is set to appear…
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Last Wilson cabinet member Lord Morris of Aberavon dies at 91
Lord Morris of Aberavon, the final remaining member of Harold Wilson’s cabinet and the last Labour MP elected in the 1950s, has passed away at the age of 91. Previously known as John Morris, he held the position of Welsh secretary under Harold Wilson and James Callaghan, and served as attorney general during Tony Blair’s tenure. Lord Morris was one…
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Lewis Capaldi cancels commitments for rest before Glastonbury performance
Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi has announced the cancellation of all his upcoming commitments until his performance at Glastonbury later this month. The 26-year-old artist cited the need for rest and recovery after an intense period both mentally and physically. Capaldi is set to perform on Glastonbury’s renowned Pyramid stage on Saturday, June 24, before Lizzo and headliner Guns N’ Roses.…
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Nurse on trial accused of poisoning two babies with insulin
The murder trial of Lucy Letby, a 33-year-old nurse, has revealed that she was one of only two nurses on duty when two baby boys were poisoned with insulin eight months apart. The prosecution alleges that Letby added unprescribed insulin to a bag or bags containing nutrients that were intravenously given to Child F in August 2015 at the Countess…
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Harry’s High Court battle: Duke fights Mirror’s alleged illegal info use
Prince Harry is set to appear at the High Court as he seeks to prove that Mirror Group Newspapers published articles about him using illegally obtained information spanning over two decades. The Duke of Sussex was not present in court when his case against the newspaper group opened, but his lawyer, David Sherborne, shared some of the articles that will…
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Prince Harry accuses Daily Mirror of hacking Diana’s voicemails
The trial involving Prince Harry has commenced with intense revelations and claims about phone hacking, dating back to his childhood years. The prince has accused the Daily Mirror of hacking into his mother, Princess Diana’s voicemail messages, expressing that she was left “devastated” when private conversations she had with entertainer Michael Barrymore were published in the paper under Piers Morgan’s…
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British Airways staff’s personal data exposed in cyber attack on payroll provider
British Airways (BA) has confirmed that its entire UK-based workforce has been affected by a cyberattack that exposed personal data, including bank and contact details. The incident is linked to a zero-day vulnerability in Progress Software’s MOVEit file transfer system, which was exploited by hackers to access information from various global companies using the platform. Thousands of firms are believed…
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Pardon granted to Australian mum after 20 years for infant deaths
After spending 20 years in prison, Kathleen Folbigg, once labelled “Australia’s worst female serial killer,” has been pardoned following new evidence suggesting she did not kill her four infant children. In 2003, Folbigg was jailed for 25 years for the murders of three of her children and the manslaughter of her first son. The children died suddenly between 1989 and…
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Russian officer detained by Wagner group after firing on vehicle in Ukraine
Tensions between the Wagner mercenary group and the Russian army have escalated following an incident in which a regular Russian army officer allegedly fired at a Wagner vehicle in Ukraine. The officer claimed in a video that he was intoxicated at the time and acted out of personal animosity towards the group. This comes after Wagner’s leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin, accused…
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Holly Willoughby addresses Schofield exit on emotional This Morning return
Holly Willoughby expressed her feelings of being “shaken, troubled and let down” as she returned to ITV’s This Morning following the departure of her co-host Phillip Schofield. The presenter’s first appearance since Schofield’s exit was met with mixed reactions from viewers on social media, with some questioning her sincerity. Schofield left his role on This Morning last month amid reports…
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Blood test for zombie cells may boost heart transplant availability
A groundbreaking blood test capable of identifying “zombie cells” may significantly increase the number of hearts available for transplant, according to new research. At present, donor hearts from individuals over 65 years old are typically not used due to concerns about potential negative outcomes. However, experts argue that age alone does not necessarily determine heart health, as hearts age at…
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Third complaint against suspended ex-Labour MP over inappropriate behaviour
A third formal complaint has surfaced against former Labour MP Geraint Davies, who was recently suspended due to allegations of inappropriate behaviour. Davies, who has represented Swansea West since 1997, was suspended by the Labour Party after several accusations emerged in the media. While he denies the claims, two women have already lodged formal complaints, and it is now understood…
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England’s first universal basic income trial to pay 30 participants £1,600 monthly
England is set to conduct its first trial of universal basic income (UBI), with 30 individuals receiving £1,600 per month without any conditions. The trial aims to explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of implementing UBI as a means to simplify the welfare system and address poverty. Universal basic income is a guaranteed income provided to all individuals in society,…
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Ofcom dismisses complaints over Bridgerton star’s ‘terribly white’ balcony remark
The broadcasting regulator, Ofcom, has decided not to take action over a comment made by Bridgerton actress Adjoa Andoh during ITV’s live coverage of the King’s coronation celebrations on May 6. The 60-year-old actress remarked on the “terribly white” appearance of the Buckingham Palace balcony as the royal family waved to the crowds. Ofcom received 8,371 complaints from viewers about…
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Holly Willoughby addresses Schofield’s exit on emotional This Morning return
Holly Willoughby expressed her feelings of disappointment and concern during her first appearance on This Morning since the resignation of her former co-host, Phillip Schofield, over a relationship with a younger man. The 42-year-old presenter delivered an emotional statement addressing the situation, stating that she and the show’s team had given their love and support to someone who wasn’t being…
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US Navy condemns ‘unsafe interaction’ as Chinese warship crosses destroyer’s path
The US Navy has shared a video highlighting an “unsafe interaction” in the Taiwan Strait, as a Chinese warship crossed dangerously close to a US destroyer, raising concerns amid strained Sino-US relations. The incident occurred during a routine transit of the strait by the USS Chung-Hoon and Canada’s HSMC Montreal, with the Chinese vessel coming within 137 metres of the…
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UN alarmed by Hong Kong detentions on Tiananmen Square anniversary
The United Nations expressed alarm over detentions in Hong Kong connected to the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown. Meanwhile, China stated that the financial hub was progressing from “chaos” to prosperity. Hong Kong police detained 23 individuals yesterday for “breaching public peace” and arrested a 53 year old woman for “obstructing police officers” on the anniversary of the…
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Newly engaged teen dies in tragic car accident, grief-stricken family mourns
A 19 year old man tragically died in a car accident after crashing into a tree just days after his engagement. The victim was driving back home from his fiancée’s house when he lost his life in the early hours of the incident. At around 3.30am, police officer Sirichai Charoen Siri, from the Prakhon Chai Police Station in Buriram province,…
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Chinese national and 12 accomplices arrested for online scam in Chiang Rai
A Chinese national and 12 accomplices have been apprehended in Chiang Rai for their involvement in an online scam operation. The arrests were made by officers from Provincial Police Region 5 and the Immigration Bureau, following a tip-off about the gang’s activities in Chiang Rai City. The police, armed with a search warrant issued by Chiang Rai Provincial Court, collaborated…
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Twitter hires NBCUniversal exec amid Musk’s top team shakeup
Twitter has recently appointed Joe Benarroch, a former senior executive at NBCUniversal, to join its top team as Elon Musk continues to restructure the social media giant’s leadership. Benarroch will begin his new role on Monday, focusing on business operations. This appointment comes less than a month after Linda Yaccarino, NBCUniversal’s former head of advertising, was named Twitter’s new chief…
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US-China war would be ‘unbearable disaster’ warns defence minister
A US-China war would result in an “unbearable disaster” for the world, according to General Li Shangfu, China’s defence minister. He made the statement during his first major speech since taking office at a security summit. General Li noted that “some countries” were escalating an arms race in Asia, but he emphasised that the world is large enough for both…
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Witches brew: Canadian captures semi-naked women feasting on dead deer
In a bone-chilling encounter that could rival scenes from a cannibal horror movie, a nature enthusiast from Canada was left in shock after witnessing what appeared to be two semi-naked witches indulging in a macabre feast on the carcass of a dead deer. Corinea Stanhope, who had set up a camera to capture wildlife activity near her home, stumbled upon this…
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Ultra-processed foods linked to cancer, diabetes, and heart disease
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs), which are now consumed by approximately half of the UK population, are being linked to a range of health issues, including cancer, dementia, heart disease, and strokes. The term UPF refers to food products that have undergone significant industrial processing and contain ingredients such as artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, and preservatives that are not typically used in home…
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Mortgage deals vanish as rates surge amid inflation fears
The average cost of a two-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen by £35 per month in recent weeks, according to financial data firm Moneyfacts. This increase is attributed to a 0.3% rise in interest charges, following inflation data that did not decline as rapidly as anticipated. Consequently, many experts predict that the Bank of England may raise interest rates more than…
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BCC forms Business Council to rival embattled CBI with big business backing
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has established a new lobbying organisation, the Business Council, in a move that could pose a challenge to the beleaguered Confederation of British Industry (CBI). Among the founding members of the Business Council are Heathrow Airport, BP, and IHG Hotels & Resorts. Business leaders are convening in London today to discuss the new body’s…
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Manslaughter arrest after Bournemouth beach tragedy claims two young lives
The mother of a 12-year-old girl, Sunnah Khan, who tragically died after encountering difficulties in the water off Bournemouth beach, has expressed her heartbreak on social media. Sunnah was one of two victims in the incident, the other being 17-year-old Joe Abbess. Eight more people were injured in the event. Stephanie Williams, Sunnah’s mother, shared her grief on Twitter, stating,…
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Woman severely burnt by fallen high-voltage power line after storm
A 54 year old woman in Chiang Mai, Thailand, sustained severe burns and had to have her arm amputated after a powerful storm toppled a large tree, which subsequently caused a high-voltage electric cable to fall onto her. The incident occurred on Thursday, June 1, and the victim remains in hospital receiving treatment for her injuries. During the storm, the…
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Moo-ving miracle: Driver escapes unharmed after car ‘meets’ wandering cows in Phuket
A driver managed to walk away unscathed after his car collided with a group of wandering cows on Thepkrasattri Road in Phuket in the early hours of this morning. The driver, identified only as Bancha, was travelling in his white Toyota Veloce car around 4.30am when ten cows suddenly appeared out of nowhere and ran onto the road. Unable to…
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