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Film Execs Ponder Federal Film Tax Credit Impact, Timeline & Potential Price Rises — Zurich Summit
Film financiers at the Zurich Summit broadly welcomed a proposed US federal film tax incentive, saying it could bring production back to America and create jobs. The bipartisan bill would offer a 20% credit, potentially rising to 30% with bonuses, although its timing remains uncertain. The proposal would apply to qualifying productions beginning after 31…
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Cameroonian landlord accused of tenant exploitation left UK after arrest
Cameroonian national Ndumbe Achile Ndumbe, 41, is accused of exploiting vulnerable tenants by overcrowding rented properties, charging high rents and monitoring residents with cameras. He was arrested on suspicion of rape in July 2024, but was released on bail and later reportedly left the UK, prompting questions about policing, border controls and access to justice.…
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GOP is running 2026 like it’s 2006, repeating George W. Bush’s Iraq War election failure
The opinion article argues that Republicans risk repeating their 2006 midterm defeat by allowing a Middle East war to dominate the political narrative. It says voters’ dissatisfaction with the Iraq War, a late Republican scandal and the party’s failure to present a forward-looking programme helped Democrats capture the House, despite economic growth. In 2006, Democrats…
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US officials say Iran is misjudging midterm pressure in negotiations
The Trump administration says Iran is misjudging how much rising fuel costs and November’s midterm elections will affect the US position in negotiations to end the nearly seven-month conflict. Officials argue that pressure on Tehran and US control of the Strait of Hormuz give Washington strong leverage, while President Donald Trump has warned Iran to…
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Fake ChatGPT billing emails can steal your login
Cybercriminals are impersonating OpenAI in fake ChatGPT subscription emails designed to steal login credentials and payment details. The messages create urgency by claiming a payment problem and giving recipients 48 hours to update their information, directing them towards a convincing imitation of the ChatGPT login page. Cofense researchers identified a suspicious sender address unrelated to…
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Finland’s Stubb credits Trump for pushing Ukraine peace talks while dismissing Russian invasion fears
Finnish President Alexander Stubb said Finland is prepared for any threat from Russia, while dismissing claims that Moscow is likely to launch a conventional attack on another European country. He credited Donald Trump with intensifying diplomatic efforts to secure peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, saying the situation was better than before Trump became involved.…
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Megapoll projects Labour recovery as Reform’s surge fades
A More in Common megapoll suggests Labour’s electoral position has improved substantially, while Reform’s recent surge has weakened. The findings have revived speculation about a snap election at Labour’s conference, although Andy Burnham has rejected the idea and said a vote before 2029 is not being considered. The poll projects Labour winning 250 seats, Reform…
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Shedding and raising pounds – Jones tackles longest run
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions prop Adam Jones is preparing to run the Cardiff half-marathon on 4 October, a major physical challenge for a player renowned for scrummaging rather than distance running. The 45-year-old Harlequins scrum coach began the effort after becoming concerned about his weight and health, describing the challenge as a…
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From turgid to thrusting – mixed start for new Scotland
Scotland drew 0-0 with Slovenia in Sebastien Pocognoli’s first match as manager, producing a disjointed and lifeless first half before improving markedly after the interval. The performance offered encouragement because Scotland became more aggressive and creative, but their failure to score highlighted a continuing weakness in attack. Scotland had no first-half shot on target and…