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Cyber-attack exposes data of 8.7 million MAG customers
Hackers accessed personal data belonging to about 8.7 million customers of Manchester Airports Group, which operates Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports. MAG said airport operations, passenger safety and aviation security were unaffected, but the breach creates a heightened risk of phishing and other fraudulent contact for affected customers. The compromised system held information…
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What is a Neet? The term behind Britain’s growing youth unemployment crisis
The number of 16- to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training has remained close to one million, highlighting a persistent youth economic inactivity problem in the UK. Although the total fell slightly in the latest quarter, Alan Milburn warned that many young people are being denied opportunities to learn or work, with his government-commissioned…
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Ain’t nobody better: Chaka Khan’s 20 best songs – ranked!
The Guardian ranks 20 songs from Chaka Khan’s catalogue ahead of her forthcoming 13th solo album, Chakzilla, highlighting her range across funk, disco, R&B and ballads. – The selection spans Khan’s solo work and recordings with Rufus, praising both major hits and overlooked deep cuts. – “Love You All My Lifetime” is presented as an…
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Jon Favreau Just Did Something That Has Never Been Done Before for Nat Geo’s ‘Lion’
National Geographic’s Lion follows Kio, a lion cub born on the African savanna, over four years as he faces loss, exile and conflicts with rival prides. Executive producers Jon Favreau and Mike Gunton say it is the first nature documentary to chart a lion’s path from cub to king, offering an unusually character-led account of…
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Patrick Holland Confirmed As Banijay’s UK Boss Following All3Media Merger
Banijay Entertainment has formally appointed Patrick Holland as Executive Chairman and CEO of Banijay UK after its merger with All3Media. He will lead the combined UK operation, making his approach to integrating the two companies important for the television production market. Holland, who held the same position at Banijay UK before the merger, will oversee…
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With All3Media Deal Closed, Patrick Holland to Run Combined Banijay U.K. as CEO and Executive Chair
Patrick Holland has been confirmed as chief executive and executive chairman of the enlarged Banijay U.K. business following Banijay Entertainment’s merger with All3Media. The appointment places him in charge of integrating a major British production portfolio, with Banijay aiming to sustain growth amid shifts in commissioning demand, technology and funding. Holland will report to Banijay…
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Patrick Holland to Remain Chair and CEO of Banijay U.K. Following All3Media Merger
Patrick Holland will remain executive chairman and chief executive of Banijay U.K. after Banijay’s $8 billion merger with All3Media. His confirmation provides early clarity over leadership as the newly enlarged production group integrates its British operations, particularly amid questions about distribution and other potential efficiencies. Holland will report to Banijay Entertainment CEO Marco Bassetti and…
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Security guard sacked after bringing his son into work when his childcare fell through wins £8,000 payout
A security guard has won an £8,320 employment tribunal award after G4S Secure Solutions was found to have unfairly dismissed him following childcare difficulties. Bakary Jawneh, a single father with more than nine years’ service, brought his son to a University of Southampton shift after childcare fell through, prompting the client to allege a security…
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Manchester City target Fernández to restore leadership ranks
Enzo Maresca says Manchester City want to sign one or two additional leaders before the transfer window closes, following a summer in which several experienced figures have left. He has identified Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández as a potential target, underlining City’s effort to rebuild leadership as well as squad depth. Bernardo Silva, Rodri, John Stones…
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Whisky company is shut down after cheating victims out of thousands in barrel investment scam
Cask Spirits Global Limited has been wound up by the High Court after an investigation found it had taken money from people persuaded to invest in whisky casks they often did not own. The case highlights the risks of unregulated whisky-cask investments, where legitimate ageing-related value growth can be exploited through misleading sales practices and…