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Quick Glance: DOJ Calls for Binance Founder to Spend Three Years in Prison
- The U.S. Department of Justice stated that Binance's founder, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, should spend three years in prison for enabling the crypto exchange to violate federal laws on money laundering and sanctions.
- Zhao pleaded guilty to violating the Bank Secrecy Act, with the DOJ recommending a 36-month prison sentence and a $50 million fine.
- Emphasizing the need for a significant punishment, the DOJ highlighted Zhao's financial gains from illegal activities and the importance of deterring others from similar actions.
- The court will decide between incarceration and probation for Zhao, with his defense arguing against his knowledge of specific transactions and advocating for probation due to a lack of risk of repeat offenses.
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DOJ Disputes Roman Storm's Characterization of Tornado Cash Operations in New Filing
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‘Drugs in parcel frauds’: Victims mentally harassed, emotionally abused on pretext of surveillance by fake cops
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UK slams MEPs for saying Gibraltar is undermining Russian sanctions — and calling it a ‘colony’
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Two men arrested in major crackdown on fraud and immigration crime: Homes are being searched in north Manchester as part of the operation
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Two cuffed in Samourai Wallet crypto dirty money sting: Suspects in Portugal and the US said to have laundered over $100M
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Alphabet set to surge past $2tn valuation as search giant announces first dividend
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Two horses seen galloping on the loose through central London: ITV News crews filmed two horses - who appeared to be on the loose - on Wednesday.
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
UK businesses to suffer if TikTok banned in the US: UK businesses using TikTok say they could see a significant drop in sales if the app is banned in the US.
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
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- 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.
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Joe Biden agrees to debate Donald Trump after weeks of uncertainty: There were doubts the 2024 US election rivals would agree to the traditional televised ...
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UK Watchdog Doubles Down on Name and Shame Plan After Criticism: The UK’s financial watchdog pushed back against criticism of its plan to name firms it’s ...
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Household Cavalry horses 'fed dirty water and given hour of exercise': A whistleblower claimed Household Cavalry horses were "so nervous ...
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Taylor Swift beats Beatles in race to 12th UK number one album: Taylor Swift topped the British music charts on Friday with "The Tortured Poets Department" ...
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Pet Shop Boys singer Neil Tennant says Taylor Swift doesn’t have any ‘famous songs’
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Advisers tailor their services as women grow richer : With female clients controlling a bigger share of global wealth, managers are doing more to address their ...
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Fiona Beal admits murdering and burying partner in Northampton: Fiona Beal sent messages to Nicholas Billingham's friends using his mobile phone, a trial hears.
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Controversial deportation regulation: Sunak's Rwanda policy apparently drives migrants to Ireland
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Sacha Baron Cohen claims victory after Rebel Wilson redactions: Several paragraphs of the actress’s memoir are blacked out for UK readers
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- Rebel Wilson's memoir, Rebel Rising, is set to be released in the UK this week following its earlier release in the US.
- Baron Cohen's representatives rejected the allegations of bad behavior on set and applauded the removal of Wilson's defamatory claims from the UK edition of the book.
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US passes Ukraine and Israel aid package after months of infighting: President Biden will sign into law a package of military aid worth $95 billion for America’s ...
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- 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.
How a cheery female resistance squad saved RAF pilots from the Nazis: Unseen footage reveals the bravery of Andrée de Jongh and her network of young women who ...
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UK Boosts Borrowing to Cover Deficit, Curbing Tax Cut Hopes: The UK boosted its borrowing plans after the government’s budget shortfall overshot forecasts ...
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No one will miss Avanti – Labour’s train plans make perfect sense: We care deeply about being able to travel by train, on time, in comfort and for a reasonable ...
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Commodity prices could keep inflation high, warns World Bank: Sharp falls in commodities are unlikely to continue, says lender, making it harder for central ...
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US Says Australia, UK Don’t Yet Meet Pacific Accord Requirements: Australia and the UK don’t yet meet arms export standards required for the Aukus partnership ...
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Quick Glance: Innovative Advertising Strategies on Reddit
- Reddit recently introduced an innovative ad format aimed at selling products to Reddit users.
- Through Reddit's Dynamic Product Ads, users are automatically shown ads based on their previous interactions with products on the advertiser's website or on Reddit.
- In a blog post, Reddit emphasized its clear focus on ad sales and the natural commercial aspect of the Reddit community.
- The introduction of Dynamic Product Ads is a step in Reddit's strategy to expand its advertising business and drive growth.
How Wind Power Is Taking Over the UK Power Grid: The UK’s power grid is off to its greenest start ever this year.
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Because of “malicious activities”: London summons Russian ambassador: A 20-year-old is said to have orchestrated arson attacks in Great Britain on behalf of the ...
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- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Councillor feared being killed in row over birds’ nests: Owner of Leeds East airport attacked parish council chairman in quiet village
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Paid articlePaid Three arrested over Channel migrant deaths: The men were arrested on suspicion of facilitating illegal immigration and of entering the UK illegally, police said.
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UK spending watchdog should probe Teesside freeport project, say MPs: Michael Gove urged to instruct the NAO to investigate concerns raised by review of flagship ...
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Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A Canadian faction of the 'Ndrangheta allegedly had close relationships with employees at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected mob boss, was at the center of the investigation, indicating that bankers were involved in the money laundering process of the group.
- The investigation revealed that the 'Ndrangheta organization generated income through illegal activities such as gambling and loan sharking, which were used for money laundering by bankers like Martino.
- Police seized assets worth millions of dollars and closed around 500 accounts at the implicated banks. Charges against Figliomeni and his co-defendants were dropped due to procedural errors.
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StanChart Tells Clients Craving Oil, Copper to Beware Inflation: Some Standard Chartered Plc clients are increasingly favoring tangible assets like copper and ...
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England and Scotland: Two million Brits report Long Covid symptoms: Since the start of the corona pandemic, the number of long-term sick people in Great Britain ...
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Make Shopping Fun Again: Julian Harris: Grocery shopping — you either love it or hate it.
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Handbags and China demand boost sales at Hermès : Maker of Birkin bags beats expectations with strong demand for leather goods and jewellery as it defies luxury ...
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What do we know about UK's largest bronze age find at Must Farm : An exhibition showcasing many of its finds is opening in Peterborough, close to where it was ...
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UK insurers told to keep motor charges 'reasonable' after backlash: The Association of British Insurers (ABI) told its members on Thursday to keep monthly ...
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Google can’t quit third-party cookies—delays shut down for a third time: Google says UK regulator testing means the advertising tech will last until 2025.
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Frank Field, Labour MP and peer, dies aged 81: Former minister revealed last year that prostate cancer had spread to his jaw
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- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
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- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
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Man and woman charged over £1000 dine and dash theft: Ann McDonagh, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, from Port Talbot in Wales, have been charged with five counts of ...
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UK grocery inflation falls to 30-month low: Grocery price growth eases to 3.2% in four weeks to mid-April as retailers focus on special offers
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Prince Harry confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is ...
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Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
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'Newest berth holder' Swan Jovi builds nest at Torquay Marina : The swan, nicknamed Swan Jovi, has laid four eggs since building the nest.
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As Biden, Sunak pledge more cruise missiles for Ukraine, Germany’s Scholz adamant on Taurus refusal
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Lawsuit accuses Grindr of illegally sharing users' HIV status: LGBTQ+ dating app's maker previously denied selling sensitive user data
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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.
UK police charge two men with spying for China
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Quick Glance: Charges Filed Against UK Ex-Parliamentary Researcher for 'China Espionage'
- London's Metropolitan Police has accused two men, researcher Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, of violating the Official Secrets Act.
- The charges coincided with the announcement of the arrest of three German nationals suspected of spying for China and accessing secret maritime technology by German investigators.
- The British duo is alleged to have transmitted 'articles, notes, documents or information' to a foreign state between 2021 and the previous year.
- In September, the Met Police disclosed the arrest of a man in his twenties on espionage suspicions. The Sunday Times revealed his parliamentary researcher identity.
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Girl, 9, ‘kidnapped’ outside Harrods in London as man arrested: A man has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping after a girl, nine, was 'snatched' ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/girl-9-kidnapped-outside-harrods-london-man-arrested-20703791/
Deportation to Rwanda or Albania? Rome and London discuss migration: The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart on the island of Lampedusa ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/24/abschieben-nach-ruanda-oder-albanien-rom-und-london-besprechen-migrationspolitik
Quick Glance: Deportation to Albania? Rome and London Discuss Migration
- The British Home Secretary meets his Italian counterpart in Lampedusa, showing unity on migration issues.
- Britain is taking measures to prevent dangerous Channel crossings.
- The controversial Rwanda law for deporting asylum seekers faces international criticism.
- Some in Rwanda are skeptical about hosting refugees from the UK.
China’s ageing tech workers hit by ‘curse of 35’: Discrimination against older employees particularly apparent in sector where executives openly state preference ...
ft.com/content/5cf306ad-3a39-4357-b7b3-1d2644bb13a7
FTSE 100 extends record run on earnings optimism: Britain's FTSE 100 index extended its record run on Wednesday as a strong earnings update from Reckitt ...
reuters.com/world/uk/ftse-100-extends-record-run-earnings-optimism-2024-04-24/
AFC Joins $20 Billion Morocco-to-UK Subsea Power Export Project: Africa Finance Corp. will join a group of companies developing a project to produce solar and ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/afc-joins-20-billion-morocco-to-uk-subsea-power-export-project
Couple who left dog to die while holidaying at Center Parcs dodge jail: Sophie Singer, 41, and Keith Byrne, 38, let their boxer dog Bentley starve and suffer for ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/couple-left-dog-die-holidaying-centre-parcs-dodge-jail-20704422/
Employee non-compete agreements barred by US regulator: Federal Trade Commission head says move will help raise wages but business lobby vows to sue
ft.com/content/0abc66f2-8372-4552-b1a0-df004fd85de7
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