Catherine Connolly Elected Ireland’s New President; Tim Davie Leaves BBC Amid Staff Unrest
Catherine Connolly Elected as the New President of Ireland
Catherine Connolly has been officially declared the tenth president of Ireland, succeeding Michael D. Higgins in a peaceful and politically neutral transition.
- Catherine Connolly becomes 10th president of Ireland — BBC News
- ‘Cool’ Catherine Connolly declared new president of Ireland — Sky News
- Catherine Connolly’s presidential inauguration ceremony taking place — BBC News
- Catherine Connolly becomes tenth president of Ireland — BBC News
Tim Davie’s ‘Proud’ Repeated in BBC Staff Call Draws Mixed Reactions, Some See Departure as Long Overdue
In a recent staff call, Tim Davie reportedly used the word ‘proud’ nearly a dozen times. While some employees expressed pride in his leadership, others criticized his approach and called for his departure, viewing it as long overdue.
- Davie told BBC staff he was ‘proud’ nearly a dozen times in call – but some think his departure was ‘long overdue’ — Sky News
- Tim Davie used the word ‘proud’ nearly a dozen times in staff call – but they seem fed up of his ‘nothing to see approach’ — Sky News
Early Prison Release Due to Administrative Error Affects Ninety-One Individuals
Sky News reports that 91 prisoners were mistakenly released over the past seven months, prompting concerns from victims and officials about potential anxiety caused by early release. The minister acknowledged this could lead to distress among crime victims.
- 91 prisoners freed in error over past seven months — Sky News
- Prisoners’ early release will cause victims anxiety, admits minister — BBC News
- Early release of prisoners will cause victims anxiety, admits minister — BBC News
BBC Faces Staff Unrest and Controversial Leadership Amid Trump Threats
The BBC director general addresses staff amid frustration over leadership style, as journalists rally for support in the face of potential legal battles with Donald Trump.
- ‘We’ve got to fight for our journalism,’ BBC director general tells staff — BBC News
- BBC staff seemed fed up of Tim Davie’s ‘nothing to see’ approach — Sky News
- BBC director general to address staff after Trump threatens to sue for $1bn — BBC News
Sam Fender Donates £25,000 Mercury Prize to Smaller Venues
British singer-songwriter Sam Fender has donated his £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to support smaller music venues across the UK. The award-winning artist believes in the importance of nurturing independent live music spaces and hopes the donation will help these vital hubs thrive.
Former Manchester United Player Sues Club for £1M
Sky News reports on details of former Manchester United player Axel Tuanzebe’s £1 million lawsuit against the club, obtained by Sky News.
- Details of former Manchester United player’s £1m lawsuit against club obtained by Sky News — Sky News
- Former Petrofac chief seeks £40m for offshore wind group Venterra — Sky News
Primary School Teacher Accused of Telling Students Santa Claus Doesn’t Exist in Investigation
An investigation into a complaint that a primary school teacher told students that Santa Claus isn’t real has concluded, according to Sky News. The incident sparked controversy and led to the inquiry by authorities.
- Investigation into complaints primary school teacher ‘told pupils Santa isn’t real’ concludes — Sky News
- Investing legend Buffett ‘going quiet’ – as he sends farewell letter — Sky News
TikTok Influencer Executed in Mali After Cancer Diagnosis Hoax
A TikTok influencer faced public execution in Mali after falsely claiming to have cancer, despite later retracting the statement.
- TikTok creator ‘so sorry’ over cancer diagnosis lie — BBC News
- TikTok influencer publicly executed in Mali — Sky News
Cryptoqueen Jailed for £5bn Bitcoin Stash in London Mansion
Former ‘Cryptoqueen’ imprisoned after fleeing China with a reported £5bn Bitcoin stash, extradited to face charges.
‘Goddess of Wealth’ conwoman jailed over £5bn Bitcoin hoard after years on the run
The ‘Goddess of Wealth’, a notorious conwoman who defrauded victims out of billions in cryptocurrency, has been sentenced to prison for her role in orchestrating a multi-million-pound Bitcoin scheme. Despite evading authorities for years, she was apprehended after a lengthy investigation.
- ‘Goddess of Wealth’ conwoman jailed over £5bn Bitcoin hoard after years on the run — Sky News
- Conwoman who had £5bn Bitcoin fortune weeps in the dock as she’s jailed — Sky News
NHS Ward Manager Avoids Jail Despite Death of Patient
An NHS ward manager has avoided jail time despite being sentenced and the trust fined over £500,000 for the death of a patient. The case highlights the legal consequences faced by healthcare professionals in tragic circumstances.
- NHS ward manager sentenced and trust fined more than £500,000 over death of patient — Sky News
- NHS ward manager avoids jail over death of patient — Sky News
Police Investigate Bob Vylan’s Role in Glastonbury Festival Security
Sky News reports that police have released an update on their ongoing investigation into Bob Vylan’s involvement in the security breaches at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.