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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
personThe Kennedy family denounced his decision, describing it as a "betrayal" and reaffirmed their support for the Democratic ticket. Kennedy's campaign has not confirmed the reports that he plans to drop out or that he will subsequently endorse Donald Trump.
Jerome Powell
personJerome Powell said the time has come for the Federal Reserve to cut its key policy rate. The Fed has ‘ample room’ to reduce borrowing costs to cushion the labor market. All three major U.S. stock indexes extended their gains.
Ofgem
organizationOfgem confirmed an average increase in bills by £149 from October 1. Typical household in England, Scotland and Wales will see their energy costs rise from the current £1,568 to $1,717. It follows changes to the Winter Fuel Payment eligibility.
Jermaine Jenas
personJermaine Jenas has been sacked by the BBC over 'inappropriate' texts. The 41-year-old is accused of sending unsolicited texts to a female colleague. Ex-footballer is understood to have told wife of 13 years, Ellie Penfold, about claims. BBC received complaint about text messages sent by the presenter last month.
BBC
organizationJermaine Jenas, 41, was sacked by the BBC on Thursday. He was accused of sending inappropriate texts to a female colleague. Jenas has been dropped by his A-list TV and celebrity management company. His wife of 13 years, model Ellie Penfold, is believed to be standing by him.
Oprah Winfrey
personOprah Winfrey got one of the biggest ovations of the night. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz formally accepted the Democratic nomination for vice president. The 2024 Democratic National Convention will conclude on Friday afternoon AEST.
CPKC
organizationCanadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) formally locked out their employees on Thursday morning. Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) represents more than 10,000 workers at the two railways. The biggest issues are around relocation, rest periods and scheduling.
Tim Walz
personMinnesota Gov. Tim Walz, 60, accepted his party’s nomination as Kamala Harris’ running mate for the 2024 presidential election. Walz served in the Nebraska and Minnesota Army National Guards for 24 years. Oprah Winfrey, John Legend, Mindy Kaling and poet Amanda Gorman also on stage.
Jermaine Jenas
personBBC received a complaint about text messages sent by the presenter last month. Ex-Premier League star has yet to address his sacking. BBC source said it was a 'nightmare' for the corporation following scandals.
BBC
organizationBBC source said it was a 'nightmare' for the corporation following scandals. The 41-year-old presenter reportedly faced marital woes with wife Ellie Penfold.
Tim Walz
personTim Walz is better liked than JD Vance among US adults as Walz prepares to speak at the DNC. Walz gained traction during the veepstakes with his folksy mannerisms and viral comments advocating for the Democratic Party's agenda. John Legend will perform a Prince tribute ahead of his appearance on stage.
Barack Obama
personObama made the case for Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Obama reiterated that "America is ready for a new chapter," slamming former President Donald Trump.
DNC
organizationBeyoncé, Lil Jon, DJ Snake, and even the New Radicals all return to iTunes after their songs were used at the DNC.
Jennifer Lopez
personThe couple, famously known as Bennifer, first tied the knot in a private ceremony in Las Vegas in July 2022. The filing came two years to the day after the pair held a lavish wedding celebration in Georgia. The couple listed their $68 million Beverly Hills marital home in May.
Ben Affleck
personSinger filed for divorce on Tuesday, just a month after their second anniversary. Couple did not sign a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot in 2022.
Michelle Obama
personMichelle Obama delivered a 20-minute speech Tuesday night at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. She tore into Donald Trump for racism and misogyny.
Harvey Weinstein
personHarvey Weinstein's lawyers want the judge in his rape trial recused after he scolded the 67-year-old for supposedly texting in court. Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges. After the New York case is complete, he will return to California to serve his pending 16-year sentence for a separate rape conviction.
Joe Biden
personFormer House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reportedly issued an ultimatum to Joe Biden: step aside or face public humiliation. Biden is in fourth place in both the raw vote count and the final tally of allocated state-level delegates.
Mike Lynch
personBillionaire businessman Mike Lynch is missing and presumed dead. His luxury yacht sank due to bad weather off the coast of Sicily. His 18-year-old daughter, Hannah, is one of seven victims of the incident. 15 of the 22 people on board have been accounted for.
Hillary Clinton
personHillary Clinton was greeted with wild and sustained applause that lasted for more than two minutes. Clinton referenced significant milestones in American women's political progress, including her own 2016 presidential run.