The children’s TV show Peppa Pig has added a lesbian couple to its cast of characters for the first time. In the episode entitled Families, aired on Channel 5, Penny the polar bear introduced her two mothers. Peppa Pig and her classmates are asked by their teacher to sketch pictures of their families to be
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Sono Motors is trying its damndest to stay at the top of everyone’s news feed this week. In addition to announcing it has received over 20,000 reservations for its upcoming Sion solar EV, Sono Motors has announced a new partnership for retrofit solar implementation on city buses. Additionally, car subscription platform FINN has upped its
We’re exiting our position in Chevron (CVX), selling our last remaining 100 shares at roughly $155 each. Following Wednesday’s trade, Jim’s Charitable Trust will no longer own a position in Chevron. This sale will lock in a fantastic gain of about 36% on stock purchased in December 2021. We’re taking another step Wednesday to pare
The rosters for the 14th Presidents Cup are set, and once again the Americans, who have won 11 previous times, seem to be overwhelming favorites. With the U.S. team having five of the top 10 players in the world and 11 of the top 20, the International team faces an uphill climb when play begins
Apple has launched the iPhone 14 as its “most advanced” smartphone yet – with longer battery life and a series of camera upgrades. Its four new models are between 6.1 and 6.7 inches in length, meaning they have larger screens than the iPhone 13. They can also last all day on a single charge. However,
Liz Truss’s energy statement later today – barely 48 hours into the job – will probably be the most expensive commitment she ever makes as prime minister – and that’s if things go well. For this reason, it could also be the most important statement she makes as PM, certainly this side of a general
In this article AAPL Apple introduced the iPhone 14 lineup, Apple Watch 8 products, and new AirPods Pro at an event in Cupertino, California, on Sept. 7, 2022. Sofia Pitt, CNBC During Apple’s annual iPhone launch event on Wednesday, the company revealed devices with better displays, cameras, a satellite messaging feature, and a slightly new
Sep 7, 2022 Three of French rugby’s most prominent figures went on trial on Wednesday accused of offences linked to suspect commercial deals. National federation president Bernard Laporte and top division club Montpellier’s owner Mohed Altrad are charged with influence peddling in connection with sponsorship of the national team. Prosecutors allege that Laporte used undue
Liz Truss will set out her plan on Thursday to help households and businesses with soaring energy costs. Downing Street said the action would be “bold” and “decisive” and will support people across the UK facing rocketing bills, whilst also increasing domestic energy supply. Ms Truss is due to unveil her proposals to parliament, opening
Liz Truss will need “some luck” in her new role as prime minister, according to Hollywood superstar George Clooney. Speaking to Sky News at the premiere of Ticket To Paradise, his new romcom with Julia Roberts – which took place in Leicester Square, less than a mile away from Number 10 – it was the
Barack and Michelle Obama have returned to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits. More than five years after Mr Obama completed his second term in the Oval Office, he and his wife were hosted by the man who served as his vice president, Joe Biden. The former commander-in-chief’s portrait has been
The Queen has postponed her Privy Council meeting and has been advised by doctors to rest after “a full day yesterday”, Buckingham Palace says. The 96-year-old monarch remains at Balmoral Castle, where she appointed Liz Truss as the new prime minister on Tuesday. The Queen, who has ongoing mobility issues, had been due to hold
The British pound has hit its lowest level against the US dollar in almost four decades. Just after 2pm on Wednesday, sterling fell to $1.1407, according to Refinitiv data – its lowest point since 1985. The pound has lost more than 15% against the dollar so far this year, hurt by both the dollar’s strength
Sep 6, 2022 Jeff WagenheimESPN Five of the last six UFC pay-per-view fight cards have been headlined by not just one championship bout but a pair of them. That’s a lot of gold and glory on the line. By contrast, UFC 279 will have not even a single title contest. What Saturday’s event in Las
8:02 AM ET Two big fights. Each could have been a main event on a card of its own. When Claressa Shields faces Savannah Marshall and Mikaela Mayer fights Alycia Baumgardner on an all-female 10-fight card at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday, it will be another touchstone point for women in boxing. The
“Some people are scared to pinch your bum now,” says the musician Self Esteem, pondering the question of change for women in the music industry. “I’m like, that’s nice! That’s great!” She gives a sarcastic thumbs-up. Because as women have felt more emboldened to speak out about experiences of misogyny, harassment, misconduct and abuse in
The European Union appears set for a new showdown with Russia over gas supplies. The bloc has revealed plans for a price cap on Russian gas imports in retaliation for the war in Ukraine and measures to help member states cope with the energy squeeze. Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission,
George Conway reacts to the FBI search at Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida. The search was part of an investigation into the handling of presidential documents, including classified documents, that may have been brought there, three people familiar with the situation told CNN. #CNN #News
Google Maps can now provide the “most fuel-efficient route” possible if you specify your car’s engine type, while eco-friendly routing is coming to all of Europe. Google launched eco-friendly routing in Maps earlier this year for the United States, Canada, and Germany to highlight directions that use less fuel. A “Most fuel-efficient” leaf badge appears,
The uptake of electric vehicles has increased in recent years, as countries around the world attempt to reduce the environmental effects of transportation. Simonskafar | E+ | Getty Images Recent comments from Elon Musk about the need for more oil and gas reflect a broader concern that the uptake of electric vehicles will be hampered