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Telegram
organizationRussian-French billionaire founder and CEO of the Telegram messaging app, was arrested on Saturday evening. The 39-year-old billionaire is suspected of failing to take steps to prevent criminal use of the messaging app. The Russian Foreign Ministry has expressed concern, questioning whether Western NGOs will intervene to seek his release.
Hezbollah
organizationIsrael launched a series of nearly 40 airstrikes in southern Lebanon early on Sunday. Hezbollah responded anyway, hitting military sites and Iron Dome platforms with over 320 drones and rockets. It was a reaction to the killing of Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr by Israel.
Pavel Durov
personRussian-born billionaire Pavel Durov was detained by French authorities at the Bourget airport outside of Paris. Reports suggest that the investigation into Telegram is linked to the platform's alleged lack of moderation. The Russian embassy in Paris has demanded that the French government explain itself.
Hailey Bieber
personJustin, 30, and Hailey, 27, ecstatically announced their baby's birth Friday night. Their son is called Jack Blues Bieber - Jack being the middle name of Justin's father Jeremy. The couple first met backstage at a fan meet and greet in 2009.
Vladimir Putin
personPutin's popularity fell by 3.3 percentage points to 73.6 per cent. At least 17 missiles hit the city of Zaporizhzhia within a single hour. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared martial law across the country.
Brighton
organizationManchester United lost 2-1 to Brighton at the Amex Stadium on Saturday. Joao Pedro scored a 95th-minute winner for the Seagulls. Sergio Agüero cancelled out Glenn Murray’s opener for Brighton. The defeat was United's first of the Premier League season.
Justin Bieber
personJustin, 30, and Hailey, 27, announced their baby's birth Friday night. Their son is called Jack Blues Bieber - Jack being the middle name of Justin's father Jeremy.
Volodymyr Zelensky
personUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he looks forward to visiting India as it can be a 'key' in the global diplomatic efforts to end the war between his country and Russia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited him to visit India during their bilateral talks in Kyiv.
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.
Kamala Harris
personKamala Harris is officially the first Black and South Asian woman to lead a major-party ticket. If elected, she would become the first female U.S. president. Harris has raised a record-breaking half a billion dollars. She is the daughter of an Indian mother and Jamaican father.
Narendra Modi
personNarendra Modi is the first Indian leader to visit Ukraine since 1992. He is expected to push a settlement to end the war with Russia. The two sides will explore cooperation in hi-tech, agri-tech and energy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.