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Diana
personDuke of Cambridge said Martin Bashir's deceit hastened his parents' divorce and 'hurt countless others' in unprecedented broadside against shamed BBC. Prince William told of his 'indescribable sadness' that the controversial Panorama interview increased his mother's 'fear, paranoia and isolation' in her final years. Report by Lord Dyson, the former master of the rolls and head of civil justice, was released today.
Earl Spencer
personDuke of Cambridge said Martin Bashir's deceit hastened his parents' divorce and 'hurt countless others' in unprecedented broadside against shamed BBC. Earl Spencer, Patrick Jephson, Diana's Private Secretary, Tiggy Legge-Bourke, William and Harry’s nanny, and other members of Palace staff all suffered ‘colossal damage’
Nancy Pelosi
personGOP Sen. Susan Collins of Maine says changes would have to be made to the House Jan. 6 Commission bill before she could support it. Collins blamed House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for creating this impasse because she did not consult in advance with House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. House is set to vote today on a bill to create the commission, and the commission would need 60 votes in the Senate to pass.
the Trump Organization
organizationNew York State’s attorney general, Letitia James, announced, “We are now actively investigating the Trump Organization in a criminal capacity” James is looking into a $160 million loan on a property at 40 Wall Street in Manhattan. James is also looking into hush money paid to Stormy Daniels and other women on Trump's behalf. Trump has said that the investigation overseen by James, a Democrat, is politically motivated.
Tottenham
organizationTottenham lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at White Hart Lane on Wednesday night. Ollie Watkins scored the only goal of the game for the visitors. Tottenham fans booed their team off at half-time and full-time. Harry Kane has told Tottenham he wants to leave the club this summer. Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea are expected to bid for the 27-year-old.
Mitch McConnell
personThe House is set to vote later Wednesday on a bill to create the commission. The 10-member panel would be modeled after a bipartisan commission created to investigate the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called McCarthy’s opposition to the commission ‘cowardice’ and said he doesn’t want to find the truth.
Kevin McCarthy
personThe final vote tally Wednesday evening was 252-175, which was announced on the floor by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi as she banged her gavel. 'I beg you to pass this bill,' said Rep. John Katko, the New York Republican who negotiated with Democrats to get the bill finished. Democrats killed a resolution put forth by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy that would end mask-wearing in the House.
HBO Max
organizationHBO Max is adding an ad-supported version for $5 less than its original price. The cheaper option brings in commercials, though WarnerMedia promises "the lightest ad load in the streaming industry"
Senate
organizationSenate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he is opposed to a House bill. The bill would establish a bipartisan, independent commission to probe the riot at the Capitol. The House is set to vote on establishing the commission later Wednesday.
Beatrice
personBeatrice, 32, married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, 38, in July. The baby will be the Queen's 12th great-grandchild. It will also be the second grandchild for the Duke of York and Sarah, Duchess of York.
Demi Lovato
person"Today is a day I'm so happy to share more of my life with you all," Lovato wrote on Twitter. This comes two months after Demi confirmed they were pansexual. The pop singer will use the pronouns they and them to describe themselves.
Daniel Levy
personTottenham chairman Daniel Levy tells fans club 'lost sight' of priorities. Harry Kane has reportedly told Tottenham he wants to leave the club. Hugo Lloris, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Serge Aurier and Tanguy Ndombele could all leave.
European Union
organizationPfizer is to begin producing a key ingredient for its COVID-19 vaccine at an Irish facility for the first time. An existing Pfizer facility at Grange Castle in Dublin will produce "mRNA drug substance" with output to begin by the end of the year.
Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
personPrincess Beatrice, 32, is expecting a baby with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. The baby will be the Queen's 12th great-grandchild following the arrival of the Sussexes' second child in the summer. Her Majesty, 95, is said to be "delighted" at her granddaughter's news.
Daniel Levy
personHarry Kane has told Tottenham Hotspur he wants to leave the club. The 27-year-old has been heavily linked with Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City in recent weeks. Tottenham fans won't boo Kane when they face Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Andrew Brown Jr.
personPasquotank County District Attorney Andrew Womble said he had concluded his investigation and found no wrongdoing by the deputies. Brown, 42, was shot as he resisted arrest and tried to speed off in his car during the morning raid at his home on April 21. Three deputies involved in the shooting remain on leave.
Anthony Joshua
personAnthony Joshua and Tyson Fury's fight has hit a snag. Arbitrator rules that Fury is contractually bound to fulfil third fight with Wilder. That throws into doubt proposed Aug. 14 fight between Joshua and Fury. Joshua could instead fight the mandatory challenger for the WBO belt, Oleksandr Usyk.
Google will use "next-generation" geothermal energy to power data centers and infrastructure in Nevada. Google Pay support is expanding to 26 new countries. Google Maps will allow users to specifically pick less environmentally damaging journeys.
Harry Kane
personHarry Kane has told Tottenham chiefs he wants to leave at the end of the season. Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all believed to be interested. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is likely to hold out for £120m-plus.
Naomi Campbell
personNaomi Campbell announced the birth of her first child on Tuesday. The 50-year-old supermodel posted a photo of her hand holding the baby's feet. It is unclear who the father is and whether Campbell gave birth or hired a surrogate.