12 h. ago Michael Jackson’s estate says they’ve had to deal with ‘issues’ with his ex

Jackson’s daughter Paris has filed an objection to payments made from her father’s estate

Economics

24 h. ago Republicans complain to Canada over wildfire smoke despite supporting planet

Lawmakers send letter railing against ‘suffocating’ smoke days after voting for Trump plan likely to boost pollutionA group of Republican lawmakers has complained that smoke from Canadian wildfires is ruining summer for Americans, just days after voting for a major bill that will cause more of the planet-heating pollution that is worsening wildfires.In a letter sent to Canada’s ambassador to the US, six Republican members of Congress wrote that wildfire smoke from Canada has been an issue for several years and recently their voters “have had to deal with suffocating Canadian wildfire smoke filling the air to begin the summer”. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris questions ‘irregular payments’ made by estate

Paris, 27, is one of the King of Pop’s three children

Politics

6 d. ago Michael Jackson Estate sues 'second family' member in £157m civil extortion claim

The estate of Michael Jackson is suing the pop star's former manager, Frank Cascio, accusing him of a $213 million civil extortion scheme in violation of a prior confidentiality agreement

Economics

9 d. ago Arsenal have one final hurdle in Viktor Gyokeres deal after Benjamin Sesko issues

The Gunners are close to getting Gyokeres over the line in pursuit of a striker after switching attention away from Benjamin Sesko due to a couple of key reasons

Economics

1 week ago Emma Raducanu storms past 2023 Wimbledon champion Vondrousova in style

British player wins 6-3, 6-3 to make third roundRaducanu will face world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka nextOn the eve of another tense fortnight at Wimbledon, Emma Raducanu had every reason to feel overwhelmed by the circumstances she found herself in. As her troublesome back injury continued to restrict her work on the practice court, she has also had to deal with undisclosed personal issues. Her expectations for the tournament were low.It is reflective of Raducanu’s personal growth and maturity that she has taken those difficulties in her stride and found a way to continue to move forward. In one of her most significant matches of the year so far, the British No 1 spectacularly rose to the occasion on Centre Court, producing a brilliant performance to outplay the 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova 6-3, 6-3 and return to the third round. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago In line with Trump, North Carolina legislature takes aim at transgender rights

The North Carolina Senate advanced two bills that deal with transgender issues as lawmakers prepare for their anticipated summer recess by this week's end

Politics

3 w. ago Windsor Framework structures ineffective and overly bureaucratic – Robinson

The DUP leader said the post-Brexit trading deal could never be effective until fundamental issues around lack of unionist consent are addressed.

Politics

3 w. ago UK firm not racist for rejecting Chinese applicant over security concerns, tribunal rules

Judge says refusing to hire people from ‘hostile’ states to roles that deal with national security is not discrimination Refusing to give a job to Chinese and Russian people in companies that deal with issues of national security and require security clearance is not racist, an employment tribunal has ruled.It is not discriminatory to stop people from “hostile” states taking up certain jobs in the defence sector because of the risk to British security, the judgment says. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago What is happening with Jack Grealish amid 'swap deal' claims and issue with Man Utd star

Jack Grealish has been dealing with limited minutes at Manchester City in recent times, with boss Pep Guardiola prepared to make a move for his potential replacement

Economics