Instagram bug tells some users accounts are suspended Getty Images Instagram users across the world have been reporting issues accessing their profiles. The Meta-owned social network says it is “looking into” the problem, which has caused some people to be told they are suspended from the platform. DownDetector – which monitors site outages – says… Continue reading Instagram bug tells some users accounts are suspended
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Suella Braverman was warned over Manston migrant centre overcrowding
Suella Braverman was warned over Manston migrant centre overcrowding PA Media By Nick Eardley & Vicki Young BBC Politics Suella Braverman failed to sign off on measures which could have eased pressure at a migrant processing centre, sources have told the BBC. The home secretary was warned by officials the government was acting outside the… Continue reading Suella Braverman was warned over Manston migrant centre overcrowding
Suella Braverman email could throw fresh doubt over security breach claims
Suella Braverman email could throw fresh doubt over security breach claims PA Media By Laura Kuenssberg Presenter, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg An email sent from Suella Braverman’s personal account on the day she had to resign over a security breach could throw fresh doubt over her claims about the speed with which she took action.… Continue reading Suella Braverman email could throw fresh doubt over security breach claims
Elon Musk clears out Twitter bosses in $44bn deal
Elon Musk clears out Twitter bosses in $44bn deal Getty Images By Natalie Sherman Business reporter, New York Billionaire Elon Musk declared “let the good times roll” on Friday as he completed his $44bn (£38.1bn) takeover of Twitter and swiftly began making changes at the company. Senior figures at Twitter announced their exits, while Mr… Continue reading Elon Musk clears out Twitter bosses in $44bn deal
Suella Braverman in denial over forced resignation, sources say
Suella Braverman in denial over forced resignation, sources say EPA By Leila Nathoo BBC political correspondent Suella Braverman was “amazed” and “in denial” over being forced to resign for breaching the ministerial code, according to sources. Ms Braverman stood down as then PM Liz Truss’s home secretary on 19 October after admitting to a “technical… Continue reading Suella Braverman in denial over forced resignation, sources say
Rishi Sunak should sack Suella Braverman, says Keir Starmer
Rishi Sunak should sack Suella Braverman, says Keir Starmer ANDY RAIN/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock Rishi Sunak should sack Home Secretary Suella Braverman as she could pose a security risk, Keir Starmer has said. The Labour leader said the new prime minister’s decision to re-appoint Ms Braverman six days after she was forced to quit over a security breach… Continue reading Rishi Sunak should sack Suella Braverman, says Keir Starmer
Decisions on spending cuts and tax rises are sober, officials say
Decisions on spending cuts and tax rises are sober, officials say EPA By Ione Wells Political correspondent The chancellor and PM are facing “sober” decisions on potential spending cuts and tax rises, officials have told the BBC. In a meeting on Thursday, they were told that economic growth is forecast to be considerably lower than… Continue reading Decisions on spending cuts and tax rises are sober, officials say
Elon Musk completes Twitter $44bn takeover
Elon Musk completes Twitter $44bn takeover Elon Musk has completed his $44bn (£38.1bn) takeover of Twitter, according to a number of media reports. Twitter’s chief executive and finance boss have reportedly left with immediate effect. It brings to a close a saga that saw Mr Musk offer to buy the firm and then say he… Continue reading Elon Musk completes Twitter $44bn takeover
Rishi Sunak demotes Truss allies as reshuffle continues
Rishi Sunak demotes Truss allies as reshuffle continues EPA New Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has demoted two allies of his predecessor Liz Truss, as he puts the final touches to his ministerial team. Anne-Marie Trevelyan has been moved from transport secretary to be a minister in the Foreign Office. Chris Philp, who was paymaster general,… Continue reading Rishi Sunak demotes Truss allies as reshuffle continues
Facebook owner Meta sales continue to fall
Facebook owner Meta sales continue to fall Getty Images A year ago, Mark Zuckerberg declared virtual reality the next frontier to drive Facebook’s growth. But so far, there has been very little of it. The company’s share price has plunged, revenues are falling and profits are on the decline. The picture worsened on Wednesday, after… Continue reading Facebook owner Meta sales continue to fall