September 7, 2022 - Brief Briefing

‘I live with my mummy and my other mummy’: Peppa Pig features same-sex couple for first time

The children’s TV show Peppa Pig has added a lesbian couple to its cast of characters for the first time. In the episode entitled...

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Entertainment

Sono Motors is on track to put over 32,000 solar electric vehicles on roads this decade

Sono Motors is trying its damndest to stay at the top of everyone’s news feed this week. In addition to announcing it has received...

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Environment

We’re exiting an oil stock — continuing to reduce energy exposure and locking in a big profit

We’re exiting our position in Chevron (CVX), selling our last remaining 100 shares at roughly $155 each. Following Wednesday’s trade, Jim’s Charitable Trust will...

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Business

Apple launches the iPhone 14 as its ‘most advanced’ smartphone yet

Apple has launched the iPhone 14 as its “most advanced” smartphone yet – with longer battery life and a series of camera upgrades. Its...

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Sports

Breaking down the rosters, pairings and snubs for the Presidents Cup

The rosters for the 14th Presidents Cup are set, and once again the Americans, who have won 11 previous times, seem to be overwhelming...

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Politics

The energy crisis is forcing Truss to gamble with her political future and the country’s economic future

Liz Truss’s energy statement later today – barely 48 hours into the job – will probably be the most expensive commitment she ever makes...

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Sports

How to watch NHL games on ESPN, ABC, ESPN+ and Hulu

Sep 7, 2022 ESPN staff The NHL season is returning on Oct. 11 with a doubleheader on ESPN, as the Tampa Bay Lightning visit...

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Technology

Apple’s new iPhones and Apple Watches put a big focus on safety

In this article AAPL Sofia Pitt, CNBC Apple announced a series of new hardware products at its launch event on Wednesday, including the iPhone...

by admin September 7, 2022

World

‘Signs of possible unspeakable torture’ on Briton who died after capture by Russian-backed separatists

The body of a British aid worker who was captured by Russian-backed separatists has been returned with “signs of possible unspeakable torture”, Ukraine’s foreign...

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Sports

NASCAR investigating ‘unacceptable’ car fires

12:56 PM ET Associated Press NASCAR is investigating a spate of car fires that left one championship contender fuming after his Ford erupted into...

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No gun found on man shot dead by police – as family call for murder investigation

No firearm was found on a man shot dead by police, it has emerged, as his family called for a murder investigation into his...

by admin September 7, 2022

Entertainment

‘We hope there is some luck’: Clooney offers words of encouragement to Truss

Liz Truss will need “some luck” in her new role as prime minister, according to Hollywood superstar George Clooney. Speaking to Sky News at...

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‘I miss Air Force One’: Barack Obama jokes as he and Michelle return to White House

Barack and Michelle Obama have returned to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits. More than five years after Mr Obama...

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Truss to set out plan to help households and businesses with soaring energy costs

Liz Truss will set out her plan on Thursday to help households and businesses with soaring energy costs. Downing Street said the action would...

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Business

Sterling plunges to lowest level against US dollar since 1985

The British pound has hit its lowest level against the US dollar in almost four decades. Just after 2pm on Wednesday, sterling fell to...

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Entertainment

Self Esteem on not being cool, not being completely skint and not having her bum pinched

“Some people are scared to pinch your bum now,” says the musician Self Esteem, pondering the question of change for women in the music...

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Entertainment

Tesla Model Y receives top safety rating from Australia’s ANCAP

Tesla continues to receive accolades for its safety ratings, with the Model Y receiving the top safety rating from Australia’s ANCAP. Australasian New Car...

by admin September 7, 2022

Environment

As Elon Musk backs fossil fuels, one strategist sends a warning over EV sales

The uptake of electric vehicles has increased in recent years, as countries around the world attempt to reduce the environmental effects of transportation. Simonskafar...

by admin September 7, 2022

Politics