15 Years Ago, The Lord of the Rings Squandered the Perfect Video Game Idea 'The Lord of the Rings: Conquest' was a phenomenal idea on paper, but it didn't pan out the way it should have. Inverse · Jan 13, 2024
Michael Cunningham: ‘Some people have never forgiven me for not just writing The Hours again’ The acclaimed author was halfway through writing a novel when the pandemic hit – forcing him to start over. He discusses the new book, and how he’s continuing to honour his literary heroes The Guardian - UK · Jan 13, 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern ties the knot with longtime partner Clarke Gayford Ardern marries Gayford in private ceremony after almost five years of engagement and postponement due to coronavirus pandemic The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2024
‘Disease X’ could cause the next pandemic, according to the WHO—or Ebola, SARS, or Nipah. 9 pathogens researchers are keeping a watchful eye on 'Disease X' isn't a threat yet, as far as we know. Here are nine other pandemic threats the World Health Organization is keeping a watchful eye on. Fortune · Jan 12, 2024
Credit card delinquencies reach alarming levels, surpass pre-pandemic figures The rise in credit card delinquencies and record-breaking consumer credit card debt raises concerns about Americans' ability to manage their finances and t... Top News · Jan 12, 2024
PPP fraud investigation finds Cook County workers ripped off $1.2 million from pandemic relief program Interim Cook County Inspector General Steven Cyranoski says he suspects eight workers of defrauding the Paycheck Protection Program — on top of at least 31 workers he previously identified. Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 12, 2024
Home Office blamed for NHS bills paid by mothers stuck in UK amid pandemic Women who were forced to give birth in UK by visa delays say ministers promised they would not be penalised The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024
Citigroup reports Citigroup reports Top News.8 billion loss, charges impact earnings.8 billion loss, charges impact earnings Learn about Citigroup's recent financial results as they report a Citigroup reports Top News.8 billion loss, charges impact earnings.8 billion loss due to various charges impacting their performance. Stay informed on th... Top News · Jan 12, 2024
BofA: BoE Forecasts Bank Rate to Remain Steady until August 2024 Bank of America (BofA) predicts that the Bank of England (BoE) will maintain its bank rate until August 2024, indicating a stable monetary policy in the UK. Top News · Jan 12, 2024
Human vaccine trials begin in UK for brain swelling Nipah Virus Nipah virus is a devastating disease that can be fatal in 75 per cent of cases The Independent UK · Jan 12, 2024
Surge in German Insolvencies Signals Economic Turmoil at Year-End Discover how German insolvencies have surged in late 2023, affecting the country's economy. Learn about the implications of this increase. Top News · Jan 12, 2024
Government Spent £27,000 On Alcohol During Covid-19 Pandemic: Report The report was published on Thursday after repeated delays. International Business Times UK · Jan 12, 2024
North Korea to welcome Russian tourists, the country's first since the pandemic, report says Russian tourists going on a ski trip will be the first international travelers to visit North Korea since the country’s borders closed in 2020 amid the global pandemic lockdown The Independent UK · Jan 12, 2024
UK job vacancies plunge by 33% in December: REC report The latest data from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) reveals that job vacancies in the UK plummeted by a third in December. Top News · Jan 12, 2024
Top News · Jan 11, 2024 December CPI fails to clarify path of US inflation: Fed Fed officials remain uncertain about the trajectory of inflation, claiming that the December Consumer Price Index (CPI) did not provide much clarity.
The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2024 Government got through 1,433 bottles of wine and spirits during the Covid pandemic, delayed report reveals Labour has accused the government of living “the high life at taxpayers’ expense” after report reveals the extent of government alcohol consumption during the pandemic
The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2024 DeSantis accuses Trump of ‘massive, massive gaslighting’ on Covid-19 response The presidential hopeful said his Republican nominee rival had ‘dropped the ball’ during the global pandemic
Top News · Jan 11, 2024 US December Budget Deficit Soars 52% to 9 Billion The US budget deficit for December increased by 52% to 9 billion, indicating economic challenges ahead. Learn more about this concerning development.
The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2024 New Covid variant Juno surges as expert warns school return will fuel more cases Rapid rise of global ‘Juno’ variant infections is yet another reminder ‘pandemic is far from over’, warns virologist
The National (Scotland) · Jan 11, 2024 UK Government spends tens of thousands of pounds topping up fine wine cellar THE extent of the UK Government’s spending on topping up its fine wine cellar during the pandemic has been revealed.
Top News · Jan 11, 2024 ECB Prepared to Cut Rates if Inflation Declines Rapidly The President of the ECB, Vujcic, suggests that the ECB may consider adjusting interest rates sooner if inflation decreases rapidly, signaling potential po...
The Guardian - UK · Jan 11, 2024 UK life expectancy falls to lowest level in a decade Impact of coronavirus blamed as life expectancy falls to 78.6 years for boys born between 2020 and 2022, and to 82.6 for girls
Evening Standard · Jan 11, 2024 Essex council paid social media prankster nearly £500,000 during pandemic In 2021 the comedian was paid more than the Prime Minister makes in a year
The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2024 US pastors struggle with post-pandemic burnout. Survey shows half considered quitting since 2020 Post-pandemic burnout is at worrying levels among Christian clergy in the U.S. It has prompted many to think about abandoning their jobs
Reason · Jan 11, 2024 Lab Leak Is Not a Conspiracy Theory, Anthony Fauci Concedes The doctor's claims that he was open to either explanation is flatly contradicted by his literal words.