1 hour ago BBC MasterChef fans spot huge editing blunder as contestant nods to empty space

BBC MasterChef viewers were left more than a little distracted during Wednesday's episode, as they spotted an editing error

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7 h. ago DWP promises legal action against those trying to cheat the benefits system

A Port Talbot couple received suspended jail terms ranging from six months to two years following their fraudulent claims totalling £48,517 in Universal Credit

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20 h. ago MasterChef UK: who is on BBC show in week 2? Full cast and presenters explained

MasterChef UK is back with another set of heats - but who will feature? 📺

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22 h. ago DWP confirms legal action to fight people trying to cheat the benefits system

The UK Government has sent a clear message that benefit fraud will be detected and pursued to the full extent of the law.

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38 h. ago Elon Musk threatens Apple with lawsuit over OpenAI, sparking online feud with Sam Altman

Billionaire’s post on acting against Apple for OpenAI’s No 1 position on App Store prompted reply from Sam AltmanBillionaire Elon Musk threatened legal action against Apple on behalf of his artificial intelligence startup xAI, accusing the iPhone maker of favoring OpenAI and breaching antitrust regulations in managing the rankings in its App Store. The posts elicited snide responses from Sam Altman, the OpenAI CEO, and began a spat between the two former business partners on X.“Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store, which is an unequivocal antitrust violation. xAI will take immediate legal action,” Musk said in a post on his social media platform X. In a post earlier that day, he wrote, “Hey @Apple App Store, why do you refuse to put either X or Grok in your ‘Must Have’ section when X is the #1 news app in the world and Grok is #5 among all apps? Are you playing politics?” Continue reading...

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38 h. ago Elon Musk threatens Apple with lawsuit over OpenAI, sparking Sam Altman feud

Billionaire accuses Apple of ‘unequivocal antitrust violation’ over app rankings, prompting testy responseElon Musk has threatened legal action against Apple on behalf of his artificial intelligence startup xAI, accusing the iPhone maker of favoring OpenAI and breaching antitrust regulations in managing the rankings in its App Store. The posts elicited snide responses from Sam Altman, the OpenAI CEO, and began a spat between the two former business partners on X.“Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store, which is an unequivocal antitrust violation. xAI will take immediate legal action,” Musk said in a post on X. Continue reading...

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41 h. ago Gregg Wallace hits back at sexual misconduct claims in latest online rant as sacked MasterChef star insists no one came forward during BBC investigation

Wallace faces an uncertain professional future after his 19-year tenure on the show was curtailed by his BBC employers in 2024.

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52 h. ago David Lammy faces possible legal action over Foreign Office secondments

Campaigners say placing staff from Shell and BAE Systems in ministries creates potential for improper influenceDavid Lammy is facing possible legal action over a plan to invite staff from the oil firm Shell and the defence firm BAE Systems to work inside the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.A pre-action letter seen by the Guardian warns the foreign secretary that the scheme leaves the government open to allegations of a conflict of interest and creates the potential for “improper influence”.An alleged lack of transparency as to how the proposed scheme will operate.The potential for improper influence by representatives of Shell and BAE Systems on UK government practices, including in relation to foreign policy.The potential for conflicts of interest. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Households warned to take this one item out of garden or risk huge fine

Be careful which items you leave out in your garden - experts warn that a common item left outdoors for too long can actually result in serious fines and legal action

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3 d. ago Over 400 activists arrested at Palestine Action protest in London

Over 400 activists arrested at Palestine Action protest in London  JURIST Legal News

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4 d. ago Masterchef viewing figures plummet after new series airs with fired hosts Gregg Wallace and John Torode

BBC said decision to air new series in wake of Gregg Wallace and John Torode’s sacking had ‘not been an easy’ one

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5 d. ago Kneecap forced to cancel upcoming concert over safety concerns as they make statement

The rap trio from Belfast have cancelled an upcoming performance in mainland Europe due to 'acute safety concerns', after facing legal action following their gig at Glastonbury

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5 d. ago BBC spark fury with WhatsApp groups 'blowing up' over MasterChef decision

Anger is growing over John Torode and Gregg Wallace still featuring prominently in Masterchef from women who complained about his behaviour as part of the review into the show

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5 d. ago MasterChef ratings plunge as new series airs following Gregg Wallace and John Torode’s sacking

In a last-minute move, the show was reportedly re-edited to reduce Wallace and Torode’s screen time

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6 d. ago MasterChef loses almost one million viewers after airing new series with fired hosts

BBC said decision to air new series in wake of Gregg Wallace and John Torode’s sacking had ‘not been an easy’ one

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6 d. ago Star of Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut threatens legal action over ‘false and seriously defamatory’ Instagram claims

Concerns notice issued to Wilson by lawyers for Charlotte MacInnes joins disputes playing out globally over Pitch Perfect actor’s film, The DebGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnother dispute has been added to the sprawling legal saga surrounding Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut, The Deb, with the film’s lead actor issuing a notice to Wilson threatening legal action against her in Australia.Lawyers representing Charlotte MacInnes issued the concerns notice to Rebel Wilson, indicating their intentions to sue for defamation in Western Australia. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago BBC MasterChef loses almost a million viewers as TV fans 'can't bear to watch' new series

MasterChef's latest series premiered on BBC One on Wednesday, marking the last with John Torode and Gregg Wallace after their recent misconduct scandal

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6 d. ago MasterChef loses nearly 1MILLION viewers as new series airs after both presenters Gregg Wallace and John Torode were sacked

MasterChef lost nearly one million viewers as new series aired this week - after both presenters Gregg Wallace and John Torode were sacked.

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6 d. ago MasterChef loses nearly 1 million viewers as Gregg Wallace and John Torode return

BBC One's MasterChef lost nearly one million viewers during its return last night, marking the final series with hosts Gregg Wallace and John Torode following their recent sacking

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6 d. ago BBC MasterChef fans say same thing as they spot 'unreal' celebrity lookalike

MasterChef returned for its 21st series this week, with a fresh group of hopefuls showcasing their culinary talents

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