Reform UK politicians, including Nigel Farage, and a British crypto billionaire are set to attend the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) summit in London. The event, dubbed an "anti-woke Davos," will host 4,000 attendees from over 85 countries, featuring speakers like US Undersecretary of State Sarah B Rogers and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch.
The Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) summit in London will host politicians, advisors, and figures from across the populist right, including Reform UK MPs, a crypto billionaire, and Eton College masters. The event, dubbed an "anti-woke Davos," will feature discussions on climate skepticism, Christian evangelical thinking, and US culture-war politics.
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British artist David Hockney, a defining figure in contemporary art known for his vibrant paintings, has died at the age of 88. His publicist announced his death on Friday, stating he passed away peacefully at his London home. Hockney, a pop art pioneer, had a career spanning seven decades and continued to paint and exhibit until his death.
Australia's One Nation party is pushing an anti-abortion agenda, drawing parallels to horror movie themes of growing social anxieties, patriarchal control, and the denial of agency, particularly for women. The party's stance contrasts with majority public support for reproductive rights in Australia.
James Ellroy, 78, discusses his aversion to technology, his new novel "Red Sheet" set during the Cuban Missile Crisis, and his contrarian views on the Red Scare and Hollywood blacklist. He also reflects on Richard Nixon, his recurring antihero Freddy Otash, and his personal life.
Sonny Rollins, jazz saxophonist who famously practiced on New York's Williamsburg Bridge to reinvent his style, dies at 95.
Sonny Rollins, a pivotal figure in jazz history known as the "Saxophone Colossus", has died at 95 in Woodstock, New York, leaving behind a legacy of over 60 albums and collaborations with jazz legends.
Guzman y Gomez is shutting down its US operations after failing to gain traction in a competitive Mexican food market. The closures are expected to cost up to $40 million and highlight the US as a difficult market for Australian fast-food companies.
Kylie Minogue revealed a second cancer diagnosis in early 2021, a previously unannounced battle she kept private unlike her 2005 breast cancer. The singer discussed the experience in a new Netflix documentary, emphasizing the importance of early detection and her gratitude for being well.
Publicis acquiert LiveRamp pour 2,2 milliards d'euros, affirmant sa stratégie IA agentique face aux prédictions pessimistes pour les agences de communication. Cette acquisition, la troisième plus importante du groupe, vise à renforcer sa position face à la concurrence.
Ronda Rousey defeated Gina Carano via armbar in 17 seconds in their MMA comeback fight in Los Angeles. Rousey, 39, ended a 10-year absence, while Carano, 44, returned after 17 years. Both fighters expressed mutual respect post-bout.
Jamie Bigg, known as Giant on BBC's Gladiators, has left the show after three series. The 6ft 5in former professional bodybuilder and firefighter announced his departure on Instagram, claiming he was told he wouldn't be continuing after making it clear he planned to go public about his relationship with an OnlyFans creator partner. A Gladiators spokesperson thanked him for his contributions. Bigg said he was faced with a choice that didn't align with his values and chose to stand by his partner.
Jonathan Brash says ‘own goals’ are distracting from Labour’s achievementsUK inflation accelerated to 3.3% in March after the Iran war triggered the biggest jump in fuel prices for more than three years, Richard Partington reports.Today the Liberal Democrats staged a photocall to publicise their line about this being “Trumpflation”. Daisy Cooper, the Lib Dem deputy leader and Treasury spokesperson, said:People across our country have been struggling for years with a devastating cost-of-living crisis and Donald Trump’s idiotic war in Iran has added to it. The cost of fuel is soaring, mortgage rates are rising and fixed energy deals are already going up by hundreds of pounds.But what is utterly inexcusable is that there are politicians in this country - Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch - who are happy to cheerlead Donald Trump as he hikes people’s bills. All the while this Labour government promised to fix the country but instead we’ve got political Groundhog Day: yet more sleaze and scandal. Continue reading...
Jonathan Brash says ‘own goals’ are distracting from Labour’s achievementsUK inflation accelerated to 3.3% in March after the Iran war triggered the biggest jump in fuel prices for more than three years, Richard Partington reports.Today the Liberal Democrats staged a photocall to publicise their line about this being “Trumpflation”. Daisy Cooper, the Lib Dem deputy leader and Treasury spokesperson, said:People across our country have been struggling for years with a devastating cost-of-living crisis and Donald Trump’s idiotic war in Iran has added to it. The cost of fuel is soaring, mortgage rates are rising and fixed energy deals are already going up by hundreds of pounds.But what is utterly inexcusable is that there are politicians in this country - Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch - who are happy to cheerlead Donald Trump as he hikes people’s bills. All the while this Labour government promised to fix the country but instead we’ve got political Groundhog Day: yet more sleaze and scandal. Continue reading...
Keir Starmer faced intense questioning at PMQs regarding the vetting of Peter Mandelson and potential diplomatic appointments for political allies. While denying pressure on the Foreign Office, Starmer acknowledged failures in communication regarding security vetting outcomes.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected claims he was under pressure to approve Peter Mandelson's appointment, citing evidence from civil servant Sue Robbins that no pressure was placed on him. However, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised Starmer for relying on advice received after Mandelson was sacked, arguing the appointment was effectively a done deal. Robbins reportedly said the PM's team showed a dismissive approach to vetting, which was not proper process.
