June 6, 2023 - Brief Briefing

Nova Khakovka: ‘New low’ if Russia behind dam attack – Rishi Sunak

The prime minister said Russia would have hit “new lows” if it turns out that Moscow is responsible for what he described as the...

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Nova Khakovka: 'New low' if Russia behind dam attack - Rishi Sunak

Politics

£40m pilot scheme launched to increase access to weight-loss drugs and cut NHS waiting lists

A two-year pilot scheme is being launched to increase access to weight loss drugs and cut NHS waiting lists – as Rishi Sunak said...

by admin June 6, 2023

£40m pilot scheme launched to increase access to weight-loss drugs and cut NHS waiting lists

Politics

COVID inquiry chair insists it is for her to decide what material is ‘relevant’ amid row over Johnson WhatsApps

The chair of the COVID inquiry says it is up to her to decide what evidence is “relevant or potentially relevant” amid a legal...

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COVID inquiry chair insists it is for her to decide what material is 'relevant' amid row over Johnson WhatsApps

Technology

Priceline joins A.I. chatbot race, signing on with Google to help ease travel booking

The Priceline application is demonstrated on an Apple iPhone. Andrew Harrer | Bloomberg | Getty Images As new artificial intelligence tools make their way...

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Priceline joins A.I. chatbot race, signing on with Google to help ease travel booking

Isle of Man TT: Raul Torras Martinez dies after crash in first Supertwin Race of the year

A man has died competing in the Isle of Man TT Races, organisers have confirmed. Raul Torras Martinez, 46, was killed in a crash...

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Isle of Man TT: Raul Torras Martinez dies after crash in first Supertwin Race of the year

World

Ukraine war: US intelligence ‘leaning towards’ Russia being behind Nova Kakhovka dam attack

US intelligence is “leaning towards” Moscow being behind the attack on a dam in a Russian-controlled part of southern Ukraine, NBC News reports. The...

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Ukraine war: US intelligence 'leaning towards' Russia being behind Nova Kakhovka dam attack

Sports

Blue Jackets deal with Flyers, Kings, add Provorov

The Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday acquired Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov in a three-way deal that included the Los Angeles Kings. Provorov, 26,...

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Blue Jackets deal with Flyers, Kings, add Provorov

Watch reconstructions of key moments from Prince Harry’s first day in court

Prince Harry has appeared at the High Court as he attempts to prove reporters from Mirror Group Newspapers illegally obtained information when publishing stories...

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Watch reconstructions of key moments from Prince Harry's first day in court

Sports

Forte slight favorite heading into Belmont Stakes

Associated Press Jun 6, 2023, 02:14 PM ET Forte is finally getting a crack at running in a Triple Crown race. The colt, who...

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Forte slight favorite heading into Belmont Stakes

Technology

Apple needs apps for its $3,500 Vision Pro headset, and the clock is ticking

Apple CEO Tim Cook speaks with members of the media next to Apple’s new Vision Pro virtual reality headset, during Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference...

by admin June 6, 2023

Apple needs apps for its ,500 Vision Pro headset, and the clock is ticking

Technology

I tried the Apple Vision Pro mixed-reality headset — here’s what it’s like

Apple’s new Vision Pro virtual reality headset is displayed during Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California, on...

by admin June 6, 2023

I tried the Apple Vision Pro mixed-reality headset — here's what it's like

Politics

Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford standing down at next election

Ian Blackford, the former leader of the SNP in Westminster, has told Sky News he will be standing down at the next election. Mr...

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Former SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford standing down at next election

Business

CBI secures hope as members approve conduct scandal reform package

The scandal-hit CBI has secured support in its battle for survival by winning a crunch membership vote on plans aimed at restoring trust in...

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CBI secures hope as members approve conduct scandal reform package

Sports

NHL free agency: Top options, best values, boom-or-bust players

We were spoiled last summer. The 2022 unrestricted free agent class featured star players like Johnny Gaudreau, Filip Forsberg, Claude Giroux, Nazem Kadri, Darcy...

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NHL free agency: Top options, best values, boom-or-bust players

World

PGA Tour agrees to merge with Saudi-backed rival LIV Golf

The PGA Tour has agreed to merge with its Saudi-backed rival LIV Golf. The proposed merger comes after the two tours had been embroiled...

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Sports

College football instant-impact newcomer rankings: Schools with the top transfers and freshmen combined

Craig Haubert, ESPN Staff WriterJun 6, 2023, 08:00 AM ET Close National recruiting analyst and analyst for ESPNU More than a decade of college...

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College football instant-impact newcomer rankings: Schools with the top transfers and freshmen combined

‘Misleading’ Shell adverts about low-carbon products banned

Three adverts for Shell that publicise its climate-friendly products have been banned for glossing over its “large scale” investments in oil and gas. The...

by admin June 6, 2023