Skype announces it will close in May 15 minutes ago Graham Fraser Technology Reporter Getty Skype has announced it is closing from May. The internet chat and phone service, which is owned by Microsoft, made the announcement on X. It said: “Starting in May 2025, Skype will no longer be available. “Over the coming days… Continue reading Skype announces it will close in May
UK-US trade deal could mean tariffs ‘not necessary’, says Trump
UK-US trade deal could mean tariffs ‘not necessary’, says Trump A trade deal between the US and UK could happen “very quickly”, President Donald Trump said at a joint press conference with Sir Keir Starmer. Speaking during the prime minister’s visit to the White House, Trump envisaged “a real trade deal” which could see the… Continue reading UK-US trade deal could mean tariffs ‘not necessary’, says Trump
MP Mike Amesbury’s jail term suspended on appeal
MP Mike Amesbury’s jail term suspended on appeal 2 hours ago Paul Burnell BBC News PA Media MP Mike Amesbury, who admitted repeatedly punching a constituent in the street, has had his 10-week prison sentence suspended following an appeal. The Runcorn and Helsby MP assaulted Paul Fellows, 45, following a row in Frodsham, Cheshire, last… Continue reading MP Mike Amesbury’s jail term suspended on appeal
Potential flashpoints ahead as Starmer prepares to meet Trump
Potential flashpoints ahead as Starmer prepares to meet Trump 48 minutes ago Chris Mason Reporting fromTravelling with the prime minister Alice Thompson Senior political producer Sir Keir Starmer has reiterated his call for a US security guarantee in Ukraine to deter Vladimir Putin from invading again, as he prepares to meet Donald Trump. Speaking on… Continue reading Potential flashpoints ahead as Starmer prepares to meet Trump
Crypto sleuths join hunt for $1.5bn stolen in biggest ever heist
Crypto sleuths join hunt for $1.5bn stolen in biggest ever heist A company which fell victim to what’s thought to be the world’s biggest ever theft is seeking to recover some of its losses by crowdsourcing online bounty hunters. Last week, hackers believed to be from North Korea’s notorious Lazarus Group stole $1.46bn (£1.1bn) of… Continue reading Crypto sleuths join hunt for $1.5bn stolen in biggest ever heist
Chris Mason: Starmer upends Labour manifesto to confront Europe’s new reality
Chris Mason: Starmer upends Labour manifesto to confront Europe’s new reality A big moment and a big decision, ahead of a big meeting. The government’s announcement that it will crank up defence spending and shrivel the international aid budget amounts to a big shift in strategy, posture and political positioning. Take a look at the… Continue reading Chris Mason: Starmer upends Labour manifesto to confront Europe’s new reality
Mobile phone thieves targeted in flagship crime bill
Mobile phone thieves targeted in flagship crime bill Police will be given new powers targeting anti-social behaviour and be allowed to search homes for stolen mobile phones without a warrant under major legislation to be unveiled in Parliament. The Crime and Policing Bill is at the heart of what the government calls its “Safer Streets… Continue reading Mobile phone thieves targeted in flagship crime bill
Lion King visual effects studio on brink of collapse
Lion King visual effects studio on brink of collapse 7 minutes ago Chris Vallance Senior Technology Reporter Getty Images The visual effects group behind Disney’s Mufasa The Lion King and its upcoming Snow White remake, is on the brink of failure. Technicolor owns a brace of leading visual effects studios including MPC, Mikros Animation and… Continue reading Lion King visual effects studio on brink of collapse
Boris Johnson backs Ukraine-US minerals deal
Boris Johnson backs Ukraine-US minerals deal 43 minutes ago Joshua Nevett Political reporter James Waterhouse Ukraine correspondent Reporting fromKyiv BBC Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged President Volodymyr Zelensky to secure Ukraine’s future by signing a minerals deal with the US. Johnson said he believed Ukraine would sign a “promising” agreement to give the… Continue reading Boris Johnson backs Ukraine-US minerals deal
I’ll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer says
I’ll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer says 7 hours ago Damian Grammaticas Political correspondent Tom Symonds News correspondent Reuters Sir Keir Starmer will discuss the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty in talks with Donald Trump next week, he said in a call with the country’s president. The UK prime minister reiterated the UK’s “ironclad… Continue reading I’ll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer says