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BP
organizationGovernment told it will have to reduce deliveries of petrol and diesel. At least 50 of the UK's 1,200 service stations are understood to be missing. Head of UK retail Hanna Hofer said it has ‘two thirds of normal forecourt stock’
Senate
organizationNo Republicans join Democrats in supporting the bill. The broad GOP opposition foreshadows trouble in the Senate. Joe Biden will be meeting with members of Congress to discuss the bipartisan infrastructure bill and the $3.5tn reconciliation package.
The New York Times
organizationDonald Trump sues The New York Times and his estranged niece for $100 million. The lawsuit alleges they engaged in "an insidious plot" to obtain his tax returns. Mary Trump said the suit was an act of "desperation" and called her uncle a "fucking loser"
Microsoft
organizationMicrosoft unveiled a cornucopia of Surface devices on Wednesday to beef up its 2-in-1 tablet/laptop selection. From a more affordable Surface Pro X to the beastly Surface Laptop Studio, there's a ton to dig into. The new Surface Slim Pen 2 is a $129.99 add-on that works with every Surface.
Willie Garson
personWillie Garson, who played Stanford Blatch, on TV's "Sex and the City" and its movie sequels, has died, his son announced Tuesday. The cause of death has not been released. Garson portrayed Carrie Bradshaw’s closest male friend, the talent agent Stanford. Blatch.
Mary Trump
personMary Trump called her uncle a 'fucking loser' over a lawsuit he filed against her and The New York Times. The former president claimed she and The Times hatched an 'insidious plot' to get his tax returns. Mary Trump said her uncle was acting in 'desperation'
Justin Trudeau
personJustin Trudeau, 49, has just won a third term in office in a snap general election. His Liberal Party took 157 seats in parliament – the same number it won at the 2019 election. This was 13 seats short of the 170 needed to obtain a majority in the House of Commons. At least 170 seats are needed for a majority government.
Aaron Jones
personGreen Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones was the MVP during the team's 35-17 win over the Detroit Lions. Jones dedicated the season to his father, Alvin, who died of COVID-19 complications in April.
Alejandro Mayorkas
personWhite House Press Secretary Jen Psaki also said Tuesday that President Biden has seen the images and found them to be ‘horrific and horrible’ Many of the nearly 15,000 who have crossed the Rio Grande are Haitians who were living in Chile and other South American nations.
Alexander Litvinenko
personEuropean Court of Human Rights rules Russia responsible for 2006 killing of ex-KGB officer. Alexander Litvinenko died after drinking green tea laced with Polonium 210. The 43-year-old was an outspoken critic of the Russian president, Vladimir Putin.
Justin Trudeau
personThe Liberal Party was leading or elected in 156 seats. That's one less than they won 2019, and 14 short of the 170 needed for a majority. The Conservatives won more of the popular vote than the Liberals for the second consecutive election.
the Green Bay Packers
organizationGreen Bay Packers avoided an 0-2 start to the season with a 35-17 victory. Aaron Rodgers threw four touchdown passes and rushed for a fourth. Rodgers surpassed John Elway for 10th all-time in passing yards.
Johnson & Johnson
organizationThe extra shot increased antibody levels four to six times higher than after the first. The company is in talks with regulators including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the European Medicines Agency and others.
Anne Sacoolas
personHarry Dunn, 19, died after colliding with a Volvo outside RAF Croughton. Suspect Anne Sacoolas, 44, is charged with causing 19-year-old's death. She was allowed to leave the UK after diplomatic immunity was asserted. An extradition request was then submitted by the Home Office. But that was rejected by the US State Department in January 2020. Mr Dunn’s parents have reached a “resolution’ in a civil claim for damages.
Evergrande
organizationChina’s second-largest real-estate developer by revenue is in danger of going under. If the company goes bust, it could dramatically impact China's economy. Bitcoin, the benchmark blockchain denomination, plummeted overnight from $64,700 to four-month low levels below $56,000.
Lamar Jackson
personThe Baltimore Ravens beat Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs 36-35. Lamar Jackson rushed for 107 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries. Penn State has jumped four spots to No. 6 in The Associated Press college football poll. The New York Jets are 0-2 after falling to the New England Patriots 25-6.
Ted Lasso
personTed Lasso, The Queen’s Gambit, and The Crown were big winners. Apple TV+ became the first streamer to win a top series category within two years of debuting original programming. Netflix won a leading total of 44 awards, equalling the broadcast network record set back in 1974.
Tom Brady
personBaker Mayfield suffered an apparent arm/shoulder injury on his left side. The Buccaneers extended their winning streak to a franchise-record 10 games. Mike Edwards became the first player with two pick-sixes in the same game in nine years.
Kate Winslet
personNetflix's "The Crown" and "The Queen's Gambit" sweep top series honors. Kate Winslet wins outstanding lead actress in a limited or anthology series or movie. Apple TV+'s "Ted Lasso" tops comedy with seven trophies.
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
personPrincess Beatrice, 32, gave birth to a baby girl at 11.42pm on September 18. She and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi gushed that they're "delighted"