Nikita Hand gives statement after winning trial against Conor McGregor – video
The Dublin woman was awarded nearly €250,000 (£210,000) in damages after a jury at a civil trial at Ireland’s high court found that the Irish martial arts fighter Conor McGregor assaulted her. She had accused McGregor of raping her at a hotel in Dublin in December 2018. Outside court, she thanked her family and a staff member from a rape crisis centre who had sat beside her throughout 'this entire period', including the two-week trial
Source:The Guardian
November 23, 2024 00:58 UTC
Employment tribunal to whinging brexiteer snowflakes: grow up and take your tears elsewhere
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2024/nov/22/pro-brexit-views-not-protected-workplace-discrimination-tribunal-rules-ukipSupporting Brexit is not a belief that is protected from workplace discrimination, an employment tribunal has ruled, as a former Ukip councillor lost her claim that she was bullied and harassed by her charity employer because she supported the UK’s departure from the EU. Colette Fairbanks was sacked from her job at the drug and alcohol rehabilitation charity Change Grow Live after sharing “offensive” posts about immigrants on social media, a tribunal hearing was told.
Source:The Guardian
November 23, 2024 00:30 UTC
Hancock: NHS ‘withstood’ pressure during Covid
Emotions among those impacted by the pandemic ran high, as Mr Hancock was heckled upon his entry into the centre on Thursday, 21 November. Jacqueline Carey KC, counsel to the inquiry, began by pressing Mr Hancock on his claims that the NHS was never “overwhelmed”. Mr Hancock said there was no formal definition, but that this was his best “approximation” of what of the NHS being overwhelmed would have looked like. Mr Hancock told the inquiry there was “no national shortage”, but admitted the country came “close” to running out of PPE. Mr Jacobs asked Mr Hancock if he thought this policy was justified and if he thought it would have been good to roll out further to healthcare.
Source:The Times
November 22, 2024 22:22 UTC
MMA fighter Conor McGregor assaulted woman at Dublin hotel, jury finds
A jury has found that the Irish martial arts fighter Conor McGregor assaulted a woman at a hotel in south Dublin in December 2018 and has ordered him to pay her nearly €250,000 in damages. McGregor faced an accusation that he had “brutally raped and battered” Nikita Hand, who is also known as Nikita Ni Laimhin. The fighter, who was once one of the highest-earning sports stars in the world worth a reputed $200m, told the court that Hand’s accusations against him were “full of lies” verging on “fantasy”. McGregor arrived in court with a large supporter and family contingent including his partner, Dee Devlin, his mother, Margaret McGregor, sister Aoife McGregor along with his boxing coach, Philip Sutcliffe, standing at the back just feet away from Hand. The fighter took his seat breathing deeply and audibly as Devlin and his mother held his hands while the verdict was being delivered.
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2024 21:38 UTC
“Small patches of wildflowers sown in cities can be a good s...
Patches of wildflowers in cities can be just as good for insects as natural meadows – study · theguardian.comResearchers found no difference in the diversity of species in urban meadows compared with those in rural settings
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2024 21:26 UTC
Police investigating possible fraudulent activity at financially stricken Dumbarton
Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Police are investigating alleged fraudulent activity at Dumbarton Football Club in the months before its financial collapse. Police confirmed on Thursday that officers received a report of suspected fraud at the football club in Dumbarton on October 29. Click here for Scottish News, click here for Politics and click here to return to the Home Page.
Source:Express
November 22, 2024 20:55 UTC
Reform MP jailed for repeatedly kicking girlfriend in historic conviction
Read our privacy policyReform UK MP James McMurdock was jailed for repeatedly kicking his girlfriend 18 years ago, it has emerged, as fresh details in the scandal over the politician’s crime come to light. Mr McMurdock claimed he had “pushed” his partner when details of his historical conviction, which he had not disclosed to the public before the election, were first revealed in July. According to the records obtained and reported on by The Times, Mr McMurdock pleaded guilty to assault by beating, and the “serious nature of the offence” meant the sentence was not suspended. “Neither he nor his party [which knew] disclosed the conviction at the election. “Reform UK believes strongly that people can change their lives.
Source:The Times
November 22, 2024 20:16 UTC
JK Rowling wins again as nobody will remember this woke trio after HBO's Harry Potter comes out
The news that HBO is working on a Harry Potter series is bad news for Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and the other one... Rupert something? It means that in a few short years, millions of young people around the world will have NEW heroes in the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Grainger and Ron Weasley. And it underlines the fact that has always been obvious to most of us – namely, that this woke trio owed their careers to JK Rowling. READ MORE: Everything we know about JK Rowling's new Harry Potter TV show from HBOWhat would the lives of Radcliffe, Watson and Rupert Grint look like had they not been awarded the three central Potter roles? And when HBO unveils its new show (Gardiner and Mylod both worked on Succession, so they know what they are doing) we will have three new youngsters playing Harry, Ron and Hermione.
Source:Express
November 22, 2024 19:49 UTC
Pep Guardiola, APT and a mixed day for Manchester City
“I’m not moving, I can assure you,” husked Pep Guardiola in the social media drop announcing his contract extension until 2027. Football Daily has seen higher budget gender reveal videos, greater expense shelled out on web adverts for growing your hair back and injecting lead into the pencil. FOOTBALL DAILY LETTERSThe English National Opera, which is decamping from London to Manchester, is promising projects bringing together opera and football. Today’s letter o’ the day winner is … Adrian Irving, who lands their very own piece of Football Weekly merch. • This is an extract from our daily football email … Football Daily.
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2024 19:25 UTC
FTA talks with India to relaunch early in 2025: UK PM tells Parliament
The last day to apply is November 30, 2024. Click here to submit your entry for any one or more of the 22 categories and stand a chance to win a prestigious award. "I had a good discussion with Prime Minister Modi about deepening our bilateral ties," Starmer told the members of Parliament. "Boosting economic growth is key to improving living standards for working people. "India is the fifth largest economy in the world and a vital trading partner for the UK.
Source:The Times
November 22, 2024 18:39 UTC
Ruben Amorim reveals new Manchester United non-negotiables as clear warning sent to players
More infoRuben Amorim has made it clear what he expects from his Manchester United players as he opened up on his non-negotiables ahead of his first game in charge. The 39-year-old manager conducted his first press-conference at United on Friday afternoon ahead of the Premier League clash at Ipswich Town on Sunday. Despite being in 13th place in the Premier League, United remain in the fight for a Champions League place as they sit just four points off fourth spot. Asked by Neville what his non-negotiables are on Sky Sports, Amorim revealed: "You can say the pretty things like hard work, be professional. This is Manchester United.
Source:Express
November 22, 2024 18:13 UTC
'The right guy at the right time': Ruben Amorim on Manchester United appointment – video
Ruben Amorim said he is a 'dreamer' in his first press conference as Manchester United head coach after joining the club from Sporting. The 39-year-old signed a two-and-a-half-year deal to replace Erik ten Hag who was sacked in October. He has been compared to José Mourinho because of his nationality and success and said: 'He [José Mourinho] sent me a message and told me that this is a lovely club, a big club, with lovely people, and that is correct.' He added: 'I am different from Mourinho. I am a different person.'
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2024 17:11 UTC
Hundreds of travellers stranded as Gatwick airport is evacuated – video
Bomb disposal experts were deployed after a suspected prohibited item was found in the luggage area at the south terminal. Passengers have been warned to expect significant disruption and the public have been urged to avoid the area
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2024 16:55 UTC
Trump Cabinet Faces Storm Of Misconduct Allegations
Trump Cabinet Faces Storm Of Misconduct Allegations Controversy surrounds nominees as Gaetz, Hegseth, Musk, and others face serious accusationsWith allegations of sexual misconduct swirling around several of President Donald Trump’s cabinet picks, the scrutiny surrounding the nominations has intensified. Multiple lawsuits allege McMahon overlooked rampant sexual misconduct by employees, particularly involving minors. The administration seems to lean heavily on the notion of political loyalty, overshadowing serious allegations and potential legal trials. Trump’s handling of these nominations and the surrounding allegations will undoubtedly keep voters on edge as the next election approaches. With the Trump administration now fumbling to grasp and defend its cabinet amid these serious allegations, the overall political environment remains charged and contentious.
Source:The Guardian
November 22, 2024 16:09 UTC
Stalled India-UK free trade talks to resume in 2025: UK PM Starmer
NEW DELHI: Stalled Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and the United Kingdom, anticipated to enhance the estimated GBP 42 billion annual bilateral trade relationship , are set to be relaunched early next year.British PM Keir Starmer made the announcement during his address to the UK Parliament, following his participation in the G20 Summit in Brazil where he held a bilateral meeting with PM Modi. "We agreed to raise the ambition of our UK-India comprehensive strategic partnership, covering security, defence, technology, climate, health, and education," Starmer told Members of Parliament. "Crucially, this work will start with trade and investment, and I am pleased to say that we agreed to relaunch Free Trade Agreement negotiations early in the new year. "The FTA talks, which began in January 2022, had been paused during their 14th round due to general elections in both countries. With the Labour Party now at the helm in the UK, the discussions will pick up under a new government.The bilateral meeting between PM Modi and Starmer in Rio de Janeiro marked their first engagement since Starmer assumed office.
Source:The Times
November 22, 2024 15:11 UTC