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US threatens to oppose Britain over the Falklands if Burnham does not increase defence spending – after Chancellor is accused of ‘surrender’ for shelving target now he has new job
The article reports that US officials have indicated Washington could reconsider support for Britain’s sovereignty claim over the Falkland Islands if the UK does not raise defence spending, according to unnamed sources. The reported pressure follows criticism of Chancellor John Healey’s decision not to set an immediate timetable for reaching defence spending of 3 per…
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Inside ‘The Great British Bake Off’ Bun Fight: How Sky & Love Productions Came To Blows Over The UK’s Biggest Cooking Series
Sky and Love Productions are in a dispute over attempts to move The Great British Bake Off from Channel 4 to Sky, prompting former Love managing director Letty Kavanagh to bring legal claims for wrongful dismissal and unpaid severance. The row matters because Bake Off is a major free-to-air success and has become a test…
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Burnham warned against ‘stupid’ capital gains tax decision
Former Conservative Treasury minister Lord O’Neill has urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham not to raise capital gains tax in the 28 October Budget, calling such a move “stupid”. He argued that higher rates could discourage business owners from selling companies or encourage them to move money overseas, potentially reducing rather than increasing tax receipts at…
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Iceland referendum could restart European Union accession talks
Iceland is holding a closely contested referendum on whether to restart talks on joining the EU, a decision that has revived arguments over sovereignty, food security and control of natural resources. The vote matters because a result in favour would begin negotiations rather than secure membership, but could still shape the country’s economic and strategic…
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Watch Bruce Springsteen and Bleachers Reunite to Sing ‘Jersey Girl’ and ‘Chinatown’ in Asbury Park
Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance during Bleachers’ set at Jack Antonoff’s Shadow of the City Festival in Asbury Park, New Jersey, joining the band for two songs with strong local significance. The reunion underscored the connection between Antonoff, Springsteen and the Jersey music scene, with Antonoff reflecting on the importance of performing at home…
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Netherlands Rout Scotland as Duffer Brothers Name New President
The Dutch women take a 1–0 ODI series lead; Josh Stern joins Upside Down Pictures, while Joe Satriani recalls a dramatic festival exit.
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Milo Yiannopoulos in ICE Custody After Feud-Fueled Tip-Off
Milo Yiannopoulos, the British far-right commentator and former Breitbart editor, has been detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Louisiana and is awaiting deportation. The case is notable because he allegedly remained in the United States after his visa expired, despite having publicly supported ICE’s enforcement tactics. The Department of Homeland Security said ICE…
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Eight MCU films ranked for entertainment value
Collider presents a ranking of eight MCU films it considers especially entertaining, focusing on humour, energetic action, distinctive characters and rewatchability. – Black Panther is praised for its vivid Wakandan setting, family banter and emotional adventure. – Avengers: Infinity War is highlighted for its fast pace and unusual hero team-ups despite its bleak ending. -…
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Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever go into FIBA World Cup break with big win over Connecticut
Indiana Fever beat the Connecticut Sun 111-91 before the WNBA pauses for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. The result maintained Indiana’s momentum and extended several team records, while leaving Connecticut with another defeat in a difficult season. Connecticut led 28-19 after the first quarter, but Indiana responded by winning the second 39-15 to take…