Water regulator Ofwat has launched an investigation into Thames Water over delays in crucial environmental improvement schemes. The move comes after reports emerged that the company redirected funds initially allocated for clean-up efforts to cover other expenses, including executive bonuses and shareholder dividends. Thames Water, the UK’s largest water company, has faced increasing scrutiny over […] More
The last installment of the Bridget Jones saga managed to pull off an unexpected feat—delivering a mix of nostalgia and humor that allowed it to land on its feet despite its somewhat overextended premise. The third film, centering around Bridget’s journey into motherhood, was a surprising success, injecting warmth and charm into a franchise that […] More
Later this year, Blackpink’s powerful members will take their talents on another global tour. While the official dates and locations have not been announced, it is not in question that the group will captivate large crowds around the world soon. Before they take the stage to perform this highly anticipated tour, three of the members […] More
Serena Williams surprised everybody by making an appearance during the Super Bowl halftime show, an event that was more significant than many initially perceived. As Kendrick Lamar performed “Not Like Us,” a diss track aimed at Drake, Williams danced in the background, adding a twist to the night. The tennis great, who retired after a […] More
Australia’s campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy has taken a major hit with Mitchell Starc withdrawing from the tournament for personal reasons. This latest development means the team will be without its entire first-choice pace attack from their victorious 2023 Cricket World Cup squad, as captain Pat Cummins (ankle injury) and Josh Hazlewood (hip problem) […] More
Real Madrid pulled off a dramatic 3-2 victory over Manchester City in the first leg of their Champions League play-off at the Etihad Stadium. The match saw City twice take the lead, only to be undone by a stunning late turnaround, with Jude Bellingham netting the decisive goal in stoppage time. Manchester City appeared to […] More
Chappell Roan has once again taken a stand for struggling artists, reinforcing her call for the music industry to provide livable wages and accessible healthcare. The “Hot to Go” singer made waves with her Grammy acceptance speech, and now, she’s following up with action. In a series of Instagram Stories on February 9, Roan urged […] More
In a surprising move, the chief executive of Entain, the company behind major bookmakers Ladbrokes and Coral, has stepped down after just five months in charge. The sudden departure of Gavin Isaacs was announced as a mutual decision, taking effect immediately, leading to an almost 11% drop in Entain’s share price. Isaacs, a 60-year-old Australian […] More
Coffee lovers have reason to celebrate as Pret A Manger has decided to reverse its controversial price hike on its popular five-drinks-a-day subscription. The sandwich and coffee chain initially planned to double the cost of its Club Pret membership from £5 to £10 per month, but after receiving feedback from customers, it has decided to […] More
Larry Summers, a director at OpenAI and a former U.S. Treasury Secretary, has stated that he has not received any formal communication regarding Elon Musk’s reported $97.4 billion offer to take control of the artificial intelligence company. His remarks come amid growing speculation about Musk’s potential bid and its implications for OpenAI’s future. In an […] More