August 9, 2023 - Brief Briefing

Hawaii wildfires: At least six people dead after wildfires destroy large parts of town in Maui

At least six people have died after wildfires rampaged through parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui, officials have said. Fires, fuelled by the...

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Hawaii wildfires: At least six people dead after wildfires destroy large parts of town in Maui

Environment

At at former Solo cup factory turned wind tower plant, Biden showcases a green energy revolution

U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the economy at Arcosa, a wind tower manufacturing facility, in Belen, New Mexico, August 9, 2023. Jonathan...

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At at former Solo cup factory turned wind tower plant, Biden showcases a green energy revolution

More patients to be able to skip NHS waiting lists – if they can travel for treatment

Thousands of patients stuck on NHS waiting lists could be offered treatment much sooner at another facility – as long as they are willing...

by admin August 9, 2023

More patients to be able to skip NHS waiting lists - if they can travel for treatment

Technology

Disney to raise price on ad-free Disney+ to $13.99 per month starting October 12

The Disney+ logo is displayed on a TV screen in Paris, December 26, 2019. Chesnot | Getty Images Disney is raising prices on almost...

by admin August 9, 2023

Disney to raise price on ad-free Disney+ to .99 per month starting October 12

Hawaii wildfires: At least six people dead after wildfires destroy large parts of town in Maui

At least six people have died after wildfires rampaged through parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui, officials have said. Fires, fuelled by the...

by admin August 9, 2023

FBI shoots and kills man suspected of threatening Joe Biden

FBI agents have shot and killed a man suspected of threatening US President Joe Biden. The agents were carrying out a search warrant in...

by admin August 9, 2023

FBI shoots and kills man suspected of threatening Joe Biden

Environment

‘This is going to get worse before it gets better’: Panama Canal pileup due to drought reaches 154 vessels

A ship navigates through the Panama Canal in the area near the Americas’ Bridge in Panama City on April 24, 2023. The scarcity of...

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'This is going to get worse before it gets better': Panama Canal pileup due to drought reaches 154 vessels

Environment

Energy quietly led the market in recent weeks, so we’re taking profits in one of our oil stocks

The sector performing the best since the last consumer price index print back in mid-July has been energy.

by admin August 9, 2023

Technology

Hackers to compete for nearly $20 million in prizes by using A.I. for cybersecurity, Biden administration announces

President Joe Biden gives remarks on Artificial Intelligence in the Roosevelt Room at the White House on July 21, 2023 in Washington, DC. Anna...

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Hackers to compete for nearly million in prizes by using A.I. for cybersecurity, Biden administration announces

Lizzo: More complaints about singer being investigated in wake of lawsuit

More complaints into Lizzo’s behaviour are being investigated by lawyers representing her accusers. Crystal Williams and Noelle Rodriguez, along with a third dancer, Arianna...

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Lizzo: More complaints about singer being investigated in wake of lawsuit

Cocaine worth $1.1m found by Tampa mayor Jane Castor on family’s fishing trip

The mayor of Tampa has found cocaine with an estimated street value of about $1.1m (£860,000) floating in the Atlantic while on a fishing...

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Cocaine worth .1m found by Tampa mayor Jane Castor on family's fishing trip

Business

Gatwick strikes: Holidaymakers warned of ‘severe disruption’ as fresh walkouts announced

Unite has warned holidaymakers they face “severe disruption” at Gatwick Airport this month after ground staff announced a new series of strikes. More than...

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Gatwick strikes: Holidaymakers warned of 'severe disruption' as fresh walkouts announced

Technology

How to see if your Uber drivers hated you or loved you

Nisian Hughes | Getty Images When you take an Uber ride, you get to rate your driver — but your driver also gets to...

by admin August 9, 2023

How to see if your Uber drivers hated you or loved you

Sports

An ode to 108 years of wild Pac-12 memories

Ryan McGee, ESPN Senior WriterAug 9, 2023, 07:00 AM ET Close Senior writer for ESPN The Magazine and ESPN.com 2-time Sports Emmy winner 2010,...

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An ode to 108 years of wild Pac-12 memories

World

Russia to build up forces at western borders to counter NATO threat, defence minister Sergei Shoigu says

Russia is planning to build up its forces at its western borders following Finland’s accession to NATO, the country’s defence minister Sergei Shoigu has...

by admin August 9, 2023

Russia to build up forces at western borders to counter NATO threat, defence minister Sergei Shoigu says

Shop accused of racism over tobacco plantation image behind counter takes picture down

A Surrey shop accused of racism over an “incredibly triggering” image of a tobacco plantation has now removed it and apologised “unreservedly”. Farrants in...

by admin August 9, 2023

Shop accused of racism over tobacco plantation image behind counter takes picture down

Northern Ireland police under further pressure as they investigate second data breach

The Police Service of Northern Ireland is investigating a second data breach – this time relating to stolen documents and a laptop. Documents, including...

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Northern Ireland police under further pressure as they investigate second data breach

Technology

Roblox shares drop 21% after company misses estimates on top and bottom line

Rafael Henrique | Lightrocket | Getty Images Shares of Roblox closed down more than 21% Wednesday after the company reported second-quarter results that missed analysts’ expectations...

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Roblox shares drop 21% after company misses estimates on top and bottom line

Sports

NHL offseason stock watch: Which teams made biggest jumps, drops?

The NHL has seen its share of noteworthy trades and signings in this offseason. Some helped teams level up. Some knocked teams down a...

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NHL offseason stock watch: Which teams made biggest jumps, drops?

Sports

The teams that will sustain 2022 breakthroughs and the ones ready to bounce back

Bill Connelly, ESPN Staff WriterAug 9, 2023, 07:00 AM ET Close Bill Connelly is a staff writer for ESPN.com. This summer’s college football blockbuster...

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