Posts by Nathan Pine
BBC Considers Locking iPlayer For Viewers Who Opt Out Of License Fee
EXCLUSIVE: The BBC has said it is open-minded about closing off iPlayer to British viewers who decline to pay the licence fee. In an all-staff call on Monday, the BBC’s chief customer officer Kerris Bright said locking down iPlayer could be an “opportunity” in the future as the corporation looks to stem the tide of…
Read MoreScientists studied 1 million pregnancies, then found one overlooked risk
Gaining weight during pregnancy is inevitable, but gaining too much may raise the risk of potentially life-threatening complications—regardless of a woman’s starting weight. That’s according to a new study of more than 1 million pregnancies, which found that excessive weight gain during pregnancy was associated with a higher risk of severe maternal morbidity (SMM)—a group…
Read MoreAndy Burnham’s new Cabinet reflects his focus on UK economic growth
A sweeping overhaul signals a new financial direction for the country, but markets remain cautious [LONDON] Andy Burnham assumed the role of the UK’s new prime minister on Monday (Jul 20). Going into office, one of his key agendas is reigniting economic growth. By the end of 2023, UK gross domestic product per capita, in…
Read MoreOne in three plug-in hybrid cars sold in Europe is now Chinese
Chinese automakers are pushing sales of plug-in hybrids ahead of any potential additional EU tariffs Published Wed, Jul 22, 2026 · 03:17 PM [BRUSSELS] Chinese car brands snapped up more than a third of new plug-in hybrid sales in Europe last month, as automakers from the country push those models ahead of any potential tariffs.…
Read MoreTrump accused of minimizing Iran war deaths
President Donald Trump has been accused of minimizing the deaths of 18 U.S. service members since the start of the Iran war after comparing the conflict’s death toll with that of previous wars abroad, including Vietnam, Afghanistan and Iraq. In a post published on Truth Social on Tuesday, after the deaths of four U.S. service…
Read MoreHow Trump-backed candidates performed in Arizona’s primaries
Republican voters nominated two candidates endorsed by President Donald Trump in competitive primary races in Arizona on Tuesday ahead of the midterm elections in November. Representative Andy Biggs, a fierce Trump ally, overwhelmingly defeated Representative David Schweikert in the Republican primary for governor. Biggs will face Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November, in what could…
Read MoreSony LIV Welcomes Graphic’s Animated Series ‘The Legend Of Karna’
EXCLUSIVE: SonyLiv is getting deeper into the animation game. The India-based streamer has quietly greenlit The Legend of Karna, which comes from Sharad Devarajan and Jeevan J. Kang and their production house, Graphic India. The series, inspired by the Hindu epic Mahabharata, will debut on July 31. The Legend of Karna will follow Karna, a…
Read MoreRebel Wilson Wins Court Battle With ‘The Deb’ Star Charlotte MacInnes
Rebel Wilson did not defame Charlotte MacInnes, the Australian actress who stars in her directorial debut The Deb, a Sydney court has ruled. After an explosive and often bitter court battle earlier this year, Wilson has emerged victorious, saying she was “thankful” that the dispute had concluded for now. There are numerous other legal fronts…
Read MoreCathay Pacific sees strong profit growth despite elevated fuel prices
It has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of Middle East travel disruptions as passengers rerouted and chose alternative airlines Published Wed, Jul 22, 2026 · 01:12 PM CATHAY Pacific Airways expects a jump in first-half net income, driven by strong passenger and cargo demand even as it absorbs the worst of the oil-price shock…
Read MoreCathay Pacific flags stronger first-half profit on travel, cargo demand
Its underlying performance was driven by solid demand across both its passenger and cargo operations Published Wed, Jul 22, 2026 · 01:12 PM — Updated Wed, Jul 22, 2026 · 02:41 PM [HONG KONG] Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Airways said on Wednesday (Jul 22) its first half profit may jump as much as 76 per…
Read MoreInflation remains top concern for Australians: RBA survey
The RBA raised rates at its first three meetings of the year to 4.35% to tackle renewed inflation pressures Published Wed, Jul 22, 2026 · 12:27 PM AUSTRALIA’S central bank said results from a new survey showed inflation was the top economic concern for respondents, adding “fundamental gaps” remain in the public’s understanding of how…
Read More‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Final Trailer Shows Tom Holland Swinging With Zendaya & Closer Look At Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk
The final trailer before the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day has dropped, and it features plenty of action for moviegoers. Tom Holland‘s Peter Parker is at the center of the last trailer as he shares his journey to where he is now. The sneak peek also shows Zendaya‘s MJ swinging alongside Spider-Man and new…
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