Karla Sofía Gascón Apologises for Controversial Past Posts
Karla Sofía Gascón Apologises for Controversial Past Posts. Karla Sofía Gascón, 52, the breakout star of Netflix’s “Emilia Pérez,” recently made history as the first openly transgender actress to earn an Oscar nomination for her role in the film. The nomination has been a landmark achievement for both Gascón and the LGBTQ+ community. However, the […]
Biden Criticised for Failing Menthol Cigarette Ban
Biden Criticised for Failing Menthol Cigarette Ban. The American Lung Association has sharply criticised President Joe Biden for his failure to finalise a ban on menthol cigarettes, a move that was initially promised in 2021. The proposed ban was hailed by public health experts as a vital step in reducing smoking rates, but as the […]
Ticketmaster Settles $6M Class Action Lawsuit Over Hidden Fees
Ticketmaster Settles $6M Class Action Lawsuit Over Hidden Fees. Ticketmaster’s controversial pricing practices have led to a major class action settlement, potentially benefiting up to one million Canadians who purchased tickets in 2018. A settlement worth $6 million was approved in Regina’s Court of King’s Bench last week, offering affected customers up to $45 in […]
ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.75% Amid Slow Growth
ECB Cuts Interest Rates to 2.75% Amid Slow Growth. The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a quarter-point cut in its benchmark interest rate, reducing it to 2.75%. This decision, made during the ECB’s January meeting, reflects the bank’s ongoing efforts to control inflation and stimulate economic growth within the eurozone. As inflation edges closer […]
Latham & Watkins Advises ShopMy in US$77.5 Million Series B Funding Round
Latham & Watkins Advises ShopMy in US$77.5 Million Series B Funding Round. Latham & Watkins LLP provided legal counsel to ShopMy, a leading platform revolutionising creator marketing, in securing US$77.5 million in a Series B funding round. The funding was spearheaded by prominent investors Bessemer Venture Partners and Bain Capital Ventures, with additional contributions from […]
What is ICE’s Role in U.S. Law Enforcement?
What is ICE’s Role in U.S. Law Enforcement? What is ICE in U.S. Law Enforcement? A Look at Its Role and Impact The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is a vital part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Established in 2003 following the creation of DHS, ICE was designed to focus on […]
Gibson Dunn Advises KKR on $5 Billion Investment in Gulf Data Hub’s Digital Infrastructure
Gibson Dunn Advises KKR on $5 Billion Investment in Gulf Data Hub’s Digital Infrastructure. Gibson Dunn has successfully advised KKR, a global leader in private equity, on its groundbreaking investment in Gulf Data Hub (GDH), one of the largest independent data centre platforms in the Middle East. This marks KKR’s first venture into the region’s […]
Netflix American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson Revisits Infamous Trial
Netflix American Manhunt: O.J. Simpson Revisits Infamous Trial. A shocking double homicide, a white Ford Bronco chase, and a bloody glove—these are just a few of the unforgettable moments from the infamous O.J. Simpson case. Thirty years after the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, the trial remains a landmark in American legal […]
Humza Yousaf’s Brother-in-Law Faces Trial for Extortion and Drug Charges
Humza Yousaf’s Brother-in-Law Faces Trial for Extortion and Drug Charges. Ramsay El-Nakla, the brother-in-law of former first minister Humza Yousaf, is set to stand trial after pleading not guilty to charges of extortion and Class A drug offences. The 37-year-old is accused of threatening a man and extorting money through intimidation, alongside allegations related to […]
Boeing Reports $3.8B Loss Amid Strikes and Production Delays
Boeing Reports $3.8B Loss Amid Strikes and Production Delays. Boeing reported a substantial loss of $3.8 billion (€3.4 billion) for the fourth quarter of 2024, continuing its struggles as ongoing issues, including a machinists’ strike, took a toll on the aerospace giant. The company has faced over $35 billion (€32.2 billion) in losses since 2019 […]
Stockholm Exergi Secures SEK 20 Billion Funding for Bio-CCS Technology
Stockholm Exergi Secures SEK 20 Billion Funding for Bio-CCS Technology. Stockholm Exergi, a leading Swedish energy firm, has announced it has secured significant funding for its bio-CCS (bioenergy with carbon capture and storage) initiative. The Swedish Energy Agency’s reverse auction has awarded Stockholm Exergi SEK 20 billion (approximately USD 1.8 billion) to support the development […]
Serbia PM Miloš Vučević Resigns Amid Canopy Collapse Protests
Serbia PM Miloš Vučević Resigns Amid Canopy Collapse Protests. Serbia’s Prime Minister Miloš Vučević announced his resignation on January 23, 2025, after weeks of massive protests across the country in response to the tragic collapse of a concrete canopy in November 2024, which resulted in multiple deaths. The protestors, demanding justice for the victims, have […]