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Laurence Fox told to pay £180,000 in libel damages: Mrs Justice Collins Rice says the actor's comments were "gross, groundless and indefensible".
bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-68899248
Quick Glance: Laurence Fox ordered to pay damages for libel
- Actor-turned-politician Laurence Fox has been instructed to pay £90,000 in damages to two individuals he labeled as 'paedophiles' on social media.
- Following a libel dispute in the High Court, he is now required to pay a total of £180,000.
- During an exchange over Sainsbury's decision to recognize Black History Month in October 2020, Fox referred to Mr. Blake and Crystal as 'paedophiles.'
- In a prior ruling in January, Fox's counterclaims were rejected, and judgment was made in favor of Mr. Blake and Mr. Seymour.
ByteDance Won’t Sell TikTok To Protect Its Secret Algorithm: Report: Sources said that if the company’s legal challenges fail, ByteDance would be willing to call ...
thedailybeast.com/bytedance-wont-sell-tiktok-to-protect-its-secret-algorithm-report
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
After 6-year hiatus, Stripe to start taking crypto payments, starting with USDC stablecoin
techcrunch.com/2024/04/25/after-6-year-hiatus-stripe-to-start-taking-crypto-payments-starting-with-usdc-stablecoin/
Chinese owner denies it’s willing to sell TikTok as US ban looms: TikTok’s Chinese parent company ByteDance said Thursday that it has no plans to sell the social ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/business/bytedance-denies-reports-selling-tiktok-intl-hnk/
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
The Thunder are the first team in NBA history to have all of their points in a playoff game come from players 25 or younger.
H/T @OptaSTATS | #NBAPlayoffs
"I think if Ime Udoka were coaching this team, they'd have won a title last year."
- @stephenasmith on the Boston Celtics
(Via @FirstTake )
President Joe Biden says he will debate Donald Trump: President Biden told radio talk show host Howard Stern Friday that he plans to debate Donald Trump in the ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/26/joe-biden-donald-trump-debate/73468727007/
Musk's X says posts of Australia bishop stabbing don't promote violence: Elon Musk's social media platform X defended publishing posts showing a bishop in ...
reut.rs/3UczrZH
Escape From Tarkov players rage as developers lock co-op PvE behind a new $250 edition despite promising access to 'all subsequent DLCs' in its old $150 ...
pcgamer.com/games/fps/escape-from-tarkov-players-rage-as-developers-lock-co-op-pve-behind-a-new-dollar250-edition-despite-promising-access-to-all-subsequent-dlcs-in-its-old-dollar150-edition/
Chechnya: Is "Putin's Bloodhound" Kadyrov Dying?: According to media reports, Chechen ruler Ramzan Kadyrov is seriously ill. The Kremlin is dealing with his ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/kadyrow-putin-krank-tod-tschetschenien-100.html
Quick Glance: Ramsan Kadyrow: Rumors of Illness and Political Implications
- Speculation around Ramsan Kadyrow's health raises concerns as he is a key ally of Putin in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow and Putin share a long history dating back to the Second Chechen War.
- Kadyrow faces allegations of corruption and authoritarianism, while playing a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow's health could destabilize the power structure in Chechnya, given his regime's strong reliance on him personally.
Jay Williams goes off on D’Angelo Russell and says he quit on the Lakers 😳
“I don’t want him on my roster.”
(🎥 @GetUpESPN )
The @Chiefs had @MakeAWish 's Justin Lavergne announce their 28th pick with Xavier Worthy!
Quick Glance: Chiefs Select Xavier Worthy in 2024 NFL Draft
- The Kansas City Chiefs selected Xavier Worthy, the fastest player in the 40-yard dash, in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
- Worthy broke John Ross' 40-yard dash record and was chosen by the Chiefs at No. 28.
- A former track athlete, Worthy translated his speed and explosiveness to the football field, excelling at the University of Texas.
- The Chiefs acquired an explosive wide receiver in Worthy, capable of separating from coverage and serving as a vertical threat. Worthy believes he is now the fastest player in the NFL.
Stephen A. Smith says a healthy Joel Embiid would have an argument for greatest big man of all time
"If [Joel Embiid] were healthy .. ... Show more
Citizens' benefit family has to pay back 22,600 euros to the job center for the pilgrimage trip
focus.de/finanzen/news/gericht-entscheidet-buergergeld-familie-muss-22-600-euro-fuer-pilger-reise-an-jobcenter-zurueckzahlen_id_259888853.html
China's influence operations against the U.S. are bigger than TikTok: Intelligence officials and lawmakers describe the Chinese-owned social media app as a ...
npr.org/2024/04/26/1247347363/china-tiktok-national-security
How did you do in Connections today? Players must select four groups of four words without making more than three mistakes. Connections: Group words by topic. New puzzles daily. - The New York Times
How social media is showing us what we like, rather than letting us find out for ourselves
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/how-social-media-algorithms-are-flattening-culture/103735868
The 17-year-old, 2 meter tall central defender Claudio Bettoni Katunda is moving from the U17 of SC Paderborn to the U19 of Knappenschmiede next season ... Show more
"Bill, Bill, Bill..." 🗣️ Bill Belichick joins the @PatMcAfeeShow live from the #NFLdraft in Detroit 👏
Quick Glance: Bill Belichick: New Media Ventures for 2024
- Bill Belichick is set to take on a significant media role, including 'Manningcast' on ESPN
- He also plans a book deal, potentially an inside football show, and possibly a podcast
- Belichick is expected to earn millions, with a seven-figure book deal advance
- His future plans could see him back in a leadership role in coaching
New BS Pod w/ @jkylemann @VanLathan —Did Denver kill the LeBron era in LA?
—Embiid’s Revenge
—Celts Therapy Session
—Chet or Paolo?
—The Pats got Maye! Yeah!
—Atlanta’s ... Show more
A US citizen who was shot in the mouth and robbed in Nyanga after Google Maps routed him through the notorious township said he was preparing to sue ... Show more
With a view to the growing shortage of skilled workers in Germany, Robert Habeck is calling for more incentives to keep older employees on the job market ... Show more
Habeck: Anyone who works at retirement age should not pay unemployment insurance - FOCUS online
Habeck: Anyone who works at retirement age should not pay unemployment insurance - FOCUS online
Detroit sets all-time NFL draft record with 275,000 fans in attendance on first night
freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/04/25/nfl-draft-detroit-massive-crowd-downtown/73450976007/
US Senator Pete Ricketts argued on Tuesday for a ban on TikTok because the app and the Chinese Communist Party are behind the push of pro-Palestine content in ... Show more
From mid-May: Getir and gorillas withdraw from Germany: According to a report, the delivery services Getir and Gorillas are leaving the German market ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/gleich-zwei-lieferdienste-gleich-zwei-lieferdienste-getir-und-gorillas-ziehen-sich-aus-deutschland-zurueck_id_259886366.html
Jens Stoltenberg: “It is not too late for Ukraine to win”: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg believes that Ukraine's victory in the war against Russia is ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/stoltenberg-es-ist-nicht-zu-spaet-fuer-die-ukraine-zu-siegen-li.2209545
Quick Glance: Nato Chief Stoltenberg in Eurofighter Looping over MV
- Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg takes a flight in a Eurofighter in Laage, accompanied by the Commodore of the Tactical Air Force Wing 73.
- The Eurofighters serve as air defense and traffic police, quickly responding to alerts and operating over the Baltic Sea.
- Stoltenberg participates in a one-hour flight involving aerial refueling, interception maneuvers, and a rendezvous with Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
- Stoltenberg is impressed by the experience, praises the pilots, and emphasizes the importance of the Laage air base for NATO.
Industria and LISA: Definitive Edition are free on the Epic Games Store: This week, the Epic Games Store is offering copies of Industria and LISA: Definitive ...
neowin.net/news/industria-and-lisa-definitive-edition-are-free-on-the-epic-games-store/
President Joe Biden signed into law Wednesday a $95 billion legislation that includes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, and also a provision that would force ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Laura Celia Valk has been staying at Bellingham's pad in Madrid ❤️
Read more: Jude Bellingham's new girlfriend REVEALED: Dutch model Laura Celia Valk, 25, is 'completely smitten' with the Real Madrid footballer, 20, and 'has been staying at his Spanish pad' | Daily Mail Online
Biden Signs Bill That Could Ban TikTok: President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed a foreign-aid package that also includes legislation that could ban TikTok in the ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/biden-signs-bill-ban-tiktok-1235009643/
Kanye West confirms ‘Yeezy Porn’ site on the way with provocative tweet: Controversial rapper reportedly in talks to launch adult entertainment division of his ...
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/kanye-west-yeezy-porn-adult-films-b2534364.html
Elon Musk Clashes With Australian Court Over Violent Videos on X: Mr. Musk’s defiance over removing content is testing the boundaries of international legal ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/technology/elon-musk-videos-x-australia-court.html
Interview: Justin Kuritzkes on ‘Challengers’: Zendaya commands the screen in this inspired and beautifully crafted depiction of the high stakes of tennis matches ...
filmupdates.net/2024/04/22/interview-justin-kuritzkes-on-challengers/
President Joe Biden signed into law Wednesday a $95 billion legislation that includes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, and also a provision that would force ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Why Are Men With Beards So Much More Attractive? We Have Answers.: With one fake beard, Mark Zuckerberg became an object of thirst.
huffpost.com/entry/why-do-beards-make-so-many-men-so-much-more-attractive_l_6627e6f9e4b096c7bac64da1
Trump continues his reversal on TikTok, accusing Biden of wanting to ban it: Donald Trump on Monday called President Biden “responsible for banning TikTok ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/22/trump-tiktok-ban-reversal-biden/
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Trump trial live updates: Judge to hear arguments on whether former president violated his gag order
nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/live-blog/trump-hush-money-live-updates-day-6-rcna148919
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
'Male' hippo in Japan zoo found to be female after 7 years: A DNA test was carried out because Gen-chan did not display typical male hippo behaviour.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68884548
Meta's Threads now has more daily US users than Musk's X: Launched less than a year ago as a rival for Twitter, Threads is continuing to gain ground with users.
businessinsider.com/meta-threads-more-daily-us-users-twitter-elon-musk-x-2024-4
"I saw Tyrese Maxey get mugged if I'm being totally honest. He got fouled at least two or three times. There's no reason on Earth why that call shouldn't ... Show more
Cabinet launches increase - this is how much pension there will be from July: The more than 21 million pensioners in Germany will receive significantly higher ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/grosse-tabelle-rentner-erhalten-ab-juli-mehr-rente-so-viel-geld-gibt-es-mehr_id_259779796.html
Finland among world's top military aid donors to Ukraine: The value of Finnish military support for the war-torn country has multiplied recently.
yle.fi/a/74-20084945
Is Taylor Swift too big to fail?: For the first time in a long time, critics aren’t loving a new Taylor Swift album. Does it even matter?
theage.com.au/culture/music/critics-aren-t-loving-taylor-swift-s-new-album-does-it-matter-20240423-p5flw1.html
JUST IN: A video showing a man who identifies himself as Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 24-year-old American who was captured at the Nova Music Festival in Israel on ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden and 17 World Leaders Urge Hamas to Release Hostages
- President Biden and 17 world leaders issued a joint statement urging Hamas to accept a hostage deal to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.
- The statement stresses the immediate release of hostages and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid and end hostilities.
- Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is accused of hindering progress by rejecting the deal and holding onto hostages instead of pursuing a ceasefire.
- The Biden administration and mediators from Qatar and Egypt have received signals from Hamas indicating readiness to engage in negotiations, but the sincerity of these intentions remains uncertain.
The International Date Line Is ‘Pretty Arbitrary.’ Here’s Why.: That squiggly line through the Pacific where days begin and end has no legal authority and ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/international-date-line-pacific-ocean.html
X planning smart TV app, promising ‘immersive entertainment’: Social platform X is planning to roll out an application for users on smart TVs ...
thehill.com/homenews/media/4615396-x-planning-smart-tv-app-promising-immersive-entertainment/
"He's one of the greatest playoff performers in the history of the league."
Does Nikola Jokic get enough credit for his playoff résumé? And how ... Show more
Wagner filmed by chance at the Clasico: Background check: Well, dear Sandro Wagner: With this moustache you won't go unrecognized in any stadium in the world!
11freunde.de/international/la-liga/sandro-wagner-zufaellig-beim-clasico-gefilmt-background-check-a-77ceb0b3-c668-4e9c-9aa9-9a1870d07b03
Covid-19 update: 2383 new cases, 21 further deaths: There have been 2383 new cases of Covid-19 reported in the past week, and 21 further deaths attributed to the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515003/covid-19-update-2383-new-cases-21-further-deaths
Australia PM calls Musk 'arrogant billionaire' after court orders X to hide church stabbing posts
reut.rs/448L5t3
Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' album breaks multiple Spotify records
nbcnews.com/pop-culture/music/taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-album-spotify-rcna148675
Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
Kawhi Leonard is expected to make his playoff debut in Game 2, per @JaredSGreenberg "The belief within the building from speaking with multiple people ... Show more
Meta is putting AI front and center in its apps, and some users are annoyed: Meta’s artificial intelligence-powered assistant is suddenly everywhere in its ...
nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/meta-putting-ai-front-center-apps-users-are-annoyed-rcna148857
Trump’s Truth Social posts grew more belligerent since move from Twitter: Here on his company’s social network Trump is offering followers an intimate view of ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/interactive/2024/trump-truth-social-posts/
Spot the difference: Hong Kong chef's tattered tee resembles $1,500 Balenciaga top, says netizen
asiaone.com/lifestyle/spot-difference-hong-kong-chefs-tattered-tee-resembles-1500-balenciaga-top-says-netizen
Digital freedom and wealth, or study + nine-to-five?
The Internet offers lucrative opportunities to earn a living. Doing without formal education and a ... Show more
Laura (34) reveals how she earns a seven-figure salary with little work - FOCUS online
Laura (34) reveals how she earns a seven-figure salary with little work - FOCUS online
Edeka Nord wants to revolutionize its markets with a new concept: A hybrid market that is operated both conventionally and autonomously is currently being ... Show more
Shopping on Sundays too: Edeka tests the first hybrid supermarket - FOCUS online
Shopping on Sundays too: Edeka tests the first hybrid supermarket - FOCUS online
How Bundestag Vice President Aydan Özoğuz explains her controversial Twitter activities
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251185324/Wie-Bundestagsvize-Aydan-Oezoguz-ihre-umstrittenen-Twitter-Aktivitaeten-erklaert.html
Miami Marlins at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions: The Miami Marlins (6-19) and Atlanta Braves (16-6) meet Wednesday for the finale of a 3-game series ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/sports-betting/2024/04/24/miami-marlins-at-atlanta-braves-odds-picks-and-predictions-11/73435651007/
10 people killed after two Malaysian navy helicopters collide in mid-air: All 10 were crew members aboard the two aircraft.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/two-helicopters-crash-during-training-in-lumut
Quick Glance: Ten killed in collision of two Malaysian navy helicopters
- Ten people died on April 23 after two helicopters collided during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade.
- The victims, seven men and three women, were all crew members aboard the aircraft.
- The helicopters, a Fennec M502-6 and a HOM M503-3, crashed during a flypast rehearsal.
- An investigation will determine the cause of the incident, and the navy's anniversary celebrations will be postponed.
Apple Finally Plans to Release a Calculator App for iPad Later This Year: Apple is finally planning a Calculator app for the iPad, over 14 years after launching ...
macrumors.com/2024/04/23/calculator-app-for-ipad-rumor/
"Kevin Durant WAS Anthony Edwards. ... He knows what that's like to go after the greats and the vets. All you can do is laugh and respect it ... Show more
UK basketball transfer Amari Williams ‘a man among boys on the court,’ Mark Pope says
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287890340.html
Oh, the drama!
Rainbow crosswalk for the harbor square: The harbor square is to get a rainbow crosswalk. This was decided by the Münster City Council on Wednesday evening.
wn.de/muenster/regenbogen-zebrastreifen-fuer-den-hafenplatz-2963543
Elon Musk apologizes to laid off Tesla employees for a major mistake: Musk just informed his Tesla employees of an issue that was brought to his attention.
thestreet.com/electric-vehicles/elon-musk-apologizes-to-laid-off-tesla-employees-for-major-mistake
China bans WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram from Apple's App Store: Until now, chat programs like WhatsApp could only be used in a roundabout way in China ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/asien/china-messenger-100.html
Big victim or big mouth? Time for Australia to put Elon Musk in his place: At its heart, this case is about Australian sovereignty over a company that has a deep ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/big-victim-or-big-mouth-time-for-australia-to-put-elon-musk-in-his-place-20240423-p5fm01.html
Onset of winter in Carinthia and Styria! Has it snowed where you live? Share your photos with us in the comments!❄️❤️ Adriatic low is here: snowfall causes problems on Carinthia's roads (The photos could be published on ... Show more
Enormous price increases: consumer advice centers file a class action lawsuit against DAZN
spiegel.de/netzwelt/web/dazn-verbraucherzentralen-reichen-sammelklage-gegen-streamingdienst-ein-a-f692c274-1354-4ca6-a6c7-3a7e4bca87f5
The beloved Sesame Street character Elmo asked how people are doing, and then things got real. Dr. Ali Mattu explains. #selfimproved Elmo: 'How are you doing?' The internet: Not great.
Grindr facing U.K. lawsuit over alleged data protection breaches: Gay dating app Grindr is facing a mass data protection lawsuit in London from hundreds of users ...
nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/grindr-facing-uk-lawsuit-alleged-data-protection-breaches-rcna148787
Quick Glance: Lawsuit Alleges Grindr's Unauthorized HIV Status Disclosure
- A group of 670 individuals have joined a class action lawsuit against LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr in the UK seeking damages for the alleged unauthorized disclosure of HIV status and other sensitive data to third parties.
- The lawsuit claims that Grindr violated UK data protection laws by sharing user data without consent, particularly data disclosed before April 3, 2018, and between May 25, 2018, and April 7, 2020.
- Researchers from SINTEF in 2018 published information indicating that Grindr was sharing user data, including HIV status, with analytics companies, sparking intense criticism and prompting changes to the company's privacy policy.
- Grindr was fined 65 million Norwegian kroner for violating GDPR consent rules, leading to further legal issues in the US.
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