The boulevards of central Paris were once again choking up with the fog of tear gas. But even through the haze it’s clear this is becoming a significant crisis for President Macron’s government. Tens of thousands of people marched on the streets as part of rolling demonstrations organised by the unions. But they soon deteriorated
Kate Forbes has rejected a job offer from Scotland’s new first minister Humza Yousaf and will return to the backbenches after serving in government for almost five years. A senior source told Sky News that Ms Forbes, who narrowly lost the SNP leadership race to Mr Yousaf on Monday, was asked to take on the
10:48 AM ET Paolo UggettiESPN This week, for the fourth time in five years, the best amateur women’s players in the world will descend upon Augusta, Georgia, ahead of the fourth installment of the Augusta National Women’s Amateur. Editor’s Picks In just a short period of time, the ANWA has become a premier showcase of
Graphic video has been released of the moment the Nashville school attacker was shot dead by police. Bodycam footage shows Officer Rex Engelbert opening fire several times on Audrey Elizabeth Hale before the perpetrator falls to the ground injured. Police then head towards 28-year-old Hale just a few metres away as officers shout “move, move”,
9:43 AM ET Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal is under police investigation over a postgame incident last week with a fan in Orlando, according to police documents obtained by ESPN. The Orlando Police Department is investigating Beal for battery but has not filed charges as of Tuesday morning. The incident occurred near the visiting players’
The United States and Japan have struck a trade deal for battery minerals, according to Reuters. This deal could potentially allow Japanese electric cars greater access to US EV tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act. The Inflation Reduction Act, passed in August, included big changes to how the US federal EV tax credit works.
Former FTX Chief Executive Sam Bankman-Fried, who faces fraud charges over the collapse of the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange, arrives on the day of a hearing at Manhattan federal court in New York City, January 3, 2023. David Dee Delgado | Reuters FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried paid out tens of millions of dollars worth of bribes
The current German coalition government is seeking to accelerate the country’s transition away from fossil fuels and nuclear to renewable and sustainable production energy means. Sean Gallup | Getty Images News | Getty Images The global energy transition is off track to prevent the worst impact of the climate emergency, according to the head of
There were mixed reactions from crowds outside St Paul’s Cathedral as the Royal Family turned out in full force for the Queen at the Jubilee Thanksgiving Service. Both boos and cheers could be heard as Harry and Meghan made their way up the steps, in their first appearance with the family since they stepped away
Comedian Chris Rock joked about Will Smith slapping him at the Oscars at an event honoring Adam Sandler. Watch Adam Sandler receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday, March 26, at 8pm ET on CNN. #CNN #News #shorts
Increasing numbers of children are “split-screening” so that they can watch multiple social media videos at a time, new research suggests. Not content with their endless feeds of single attention-sapping clips on apps like TikTok and Instagram, many youngsters are now dividing their smartphone screens to see two or more simultaneously. Some even stack videos
The terror threat level in Northern Ireland has increased from “substantial” to “severe” meaning an attack is highly likely, the government has said. Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris told the House of Commons that the decision was made by MI5, independent of ministers. In a written ministerial statement he said: “MI5 has increased the threat
Film awards season may have been and gone, but BAFTA is rolling out the red carpet once again this week. This time, video games are in the spotlight – with everything from the biggest blockbusters to some of 2022’s most celebrated indie darlings in the running. PlayStation action epic God Of War Ragnarok leads the
The Bank of England governor has told MPs the regulator is currently in a period of “very heightened tension and alertness”. However, speaking to the Treasury Committee on Tuesday, Andrew Bailey said the country is not in a period comparable to the financial crash of 2018 – but that vigilance is needed. He said: “I
Sir David Jason has discovered he has a 52-year-old daughter and grandchild he knew nothing about. The Only Fools And Horses actor has spoken of his joy at discovering he is a father to actress Abi Harris and grandfather to Charlie, 10, saying he has welcomed them into his family and is making up for
Several people have died in a fire at a migrant facility in northern Mexico, near to the US border, according to reports. Two local government sources told Reuters news agency there were at least 10 fatalities – while volunteer rescue workers said up to 37 people had been killed in the blaze. Footage from the
Nashville police have released video of the moment an attacker entered a school before shooting six people dead, including three nine year olds. Audrey Elizabeth Hale was shot dead after they were confronted by police at the private Christian school. Hale, 28, who identified as transgender, was described by officials as a “lone zealot”, who
6:00 AM ET In 1999, the Washington franchise Dan Snyder purchased was one of the NFL’s hallmark teams. It was less than a decade removed from three Super Bowl victories and had recently moved into an 80,000-seat stadium, fulfilling demand for tickets by a rabid fan base. At one point, the team said, the waiting
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In this article CVX Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Attorney Steven Donziger arrives for a court appearance at Daniel Patrick Moynihan United States Courthouse in Manhattan on May 10, 2021 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images The Supreme Court refused Monday to consider the appeal of a disbarred lawyer jailed