65 h. ago Lack of support for recall Bill would be ‘failure of Parliament’, MSPs told

The legislation would create a mechanism for MSPs to lose their seats if they behave unacceptably.

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4 d. ago New Trump directive could deny more visas based on applicants' health and finances

A new directive by President Donald Trump’s administration could make it more difficult for foreigners to visit or live in the United States if they have certain medical conditions such as diabetes or obesity or lack the economic resources and assets to support themselves

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4 d. ago ‘We were effectively props’: young stars of game development feel let down by the ‘gaming Oscars’

Announced in 2020 by the Game Awards as an inclusive programme for the industry’s next generation, the Future Class initiative has now been discontinued. Inductees describe clashes with organisers and a lack of support from the beginningVideo games have long struggled with diversification and inclusivity, so it was no surprise when the Game Awards host and producer Geoff Keighley announced the Future Class programme in 2020. Its purpose was to highlight a cohort of individuals working in video games as the “bright, bold and inclusive future” of the industry.Considering the widespread reach of the annual Keighley-led show, which saw an estimated 154m livestreams last year, Future Class felt like a genuine effort. Inductees were invited to attend the illustrious December ceremony, billed as “gaming’s Oscars”, featured on the official Game Awards website, and promised networking opportunities and career advancement advice. However, the programme reportedly struggled from the start. Ove...

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3 w. ago When restaurateurs go rogue: is it right to lambast locals who won’t come and dine with you?

An Italian restaurant shut up shop last week, with an angry and disappointed farewell note, blaming ‘neighbours’ for a lack of support ...Name: Unappreciative customers.Age: In the case of Don Ciccio, six years. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing fans decry Balvinder Sopal’s ‘ridiculous’ lack of support

‘EastEnders’ actor was placed in the bottom two for a second week in a row

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3 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing fans cry 'it's ridiculous' over Balvinder Sopal amid 'reason' for lack of support

The EastEnders actress and her professional dance partner Julian Caillon faced the dreaded dance-off for a second week

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