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The UK's prime minister is heading to the United Arab Emirates to pay his respects after the death of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al Nahyan, as his half-brother was elected the country's new president. Following a vote by the federal supreme council, the UAE 's de facto leader Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al Nahyan will take over from Sheikh Khalifa, who died on Friday aged 73 . Boris Johnson issued a statement yesterday following the announcement of the death of Sheikh Khalifa, who was ruler of Abu Dhabi, as well as President of the UAE. Mr Johnson said: "He was a wise and respected leader who will be missed enormously. Through his work as President and Sheikh he has made a personal contribution to regional stability and conservation which will long be remembered. "I know that the long and deep ties, which unite our countries, will continue and through our cooperation and friendship, we can ensure peace, prosperity and justice in the world. Advertisement … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson to travel to UAE as it names Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as new president

For the second time, President Trump won’t attend the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner. As Washington’s elite journalists gather to celebrate their work this weekend, the president will hold a rally in Michigan. What better way to dismiss the “fake news” press corps that he sees as hostile than by setting up counter-programming of his own? Trump’s absence is part of a bigger pattern. Not only has the president been extremely hostile to the press, questioning their legitimacy and vilifying them as enemies of the state, but he has cut off access to almost everyone outside the Fox News- Breitbart orbit. Most notable of all has been his decision to hold just one solo press conference since taking office. Before the WHCA was known for its annual dinner, it was established as a professional organization meant to protect journalists’ access to the president of the United States. Calvin Coolidge, though not known for having good press relations, was the first president to … [Read more...] about A Century of Feuding Between Presidents and the Press

No-one knows where it came from or how it got there. But after populating the world with virtual characters, Pokemon Go took on a physical form at the weekend in New Orleans, when a fibreglass statue of Pikachu appeared in a disused fountain. He stands with his arms folded on a cement plinth with a Pokeball at his side. Its mysterious appearance has sparked local rumours that Banksy, the secretive British artist, may have been behind the stunt. Recommended Read more Pokémon Go phenomenon could be over if it doesn't fix key issue Crowds of people have flocked to the statue ever since word of its arrival spread to pay homage to the global craze. Some have even arrived in costume, posting their selfies online. Police say they are baffled by the statue but say they have no plans to remove it. Karon Reese, the neighbourhood association’s vice president, told artnet News it made for a welcome addition. “It’s creating quite a sensation down … [Read more...] about Pokemon Go: Fibreglass Pikachu statue sparks mystery in New Orleans

RUMOURS have been swirling around over who will host ITV’s possible reboot of Big Brother. Naturally, former presenter Davina McCall had her name thrown into the mix, and ex-Celebrity BB winner Rylan Clark was also in the frame. But I can reveal bosses have comedian Mo Gilligan near the top of their wish list. A TV insider said: “He has the one thing that any Big Brother needs — pure on-screen energy. “Although Rylan and Davina have that in bucketloads, producers are keen to make a fresh start with the show. “So they want a host who is not associated with the reality show’s previous incarnations. Read more on Mo Gilligan Mo money, mo problems The rise and rise of comic Mo Gilligan MO'S HELPING HART Mo Gilligan preparing to crack US - with help from an American comedy pal “They also want a cool figure who is going to hook in the younger viewers the reboot is likely to appeal to.” The Sun … [Read more...] about Masked Singer judge Mo Gilligan will become one of TV’s biggest stars with new Big Brother hosting gig

The FBI was thrown into controversy on Tuesday afternoon following an explosive report that was published by BuzzFeed News that suggested that the alleged plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer may have never even happened if not for the actions that FBI informants and undercover agents had in spurring suspects into action in what many critics called “ entrapment .” The FBI reportedly relied on an Iraq War vet to provide information to the bureau about the actions of a group called Wolverine Watchmen. The informant, named “Dan,” allegedly became alarmed by messages that he saw being shared between members in the group and, after talking to a police buddy of his, was put in touch with the FBI. “Dan” allegedly wore a wire for half a year, collecting hundreds of hours of evidence against members of the group. “Dan” reportedly was paid $54,793.95, which included reimbursements, for his work over the span of over six months, which was “considerably more than most families … [Read more...] about FBI Thrown Into Controversy Over Damning New Report About Their Involvement In Whitmer Kidnapping Plot | The Daily Wire

Researchers in Japan have achieved a world record for data transmission using standard hardware, achieving speeds 100,000 times faster than 5G internet speeds. The Network Research Institute at the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) demonstrated the first ever data transmission of 1.02 petabit (PB) per second, equivalent to just over 125,000 Gigabytes (GB) per second, using optic fibres compatible with conventional cable infrastructure. NICT constructed the transmission system using fibres with standard 0.125mm cladding diameter, which it described as “a major step towards the realisation of ultra-high-throughput optical links... compatible with existing cabling technologies for near-term adoption.” The system allowed 1.02 PB per second to be transmitted over 51.7km, NICT noted in a press release detailing the achievement. NICT previously achieved a world record of 1 petabit per second in December 2020 using non-standard … [Read more...] about New world record for data speed is 100,000 times faster than 5G

This Morning: Martin Lewis on claiming money back from council Get pensions news and advice plus latest money alerts for FREE now SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Council tax debts have hit worryingly high levels in recent months according to Citizens Advice. According to their findings, over 1.3 million households have likely built up tax arrears due to coronavirus . Trending READ MORE Council tax warning: This is what could happen if you miss payments Due to how dire the situation has become, Citizens Advice, the Money Advice Trust and Stepchange have joined forces, calling on the government to implement measures that could protect millions of people from spiralling into debt problems. … [Read more...] about Citizens advice warn of council tax “D-Day”: Bailiffs to chase debts again under new rules

A SHARK warning has been issued at a Long Island beach ahead of the Fourth of July weekend following a possible attack involving an apex predator. A 57-year-old man claims he suffered a laceration on his right foot caused by a shark bite on Thursday afternoon in the waters off Jones Beach, New York . Nassau County Police said EMS officials responded and identified the nature of the injury as a "possible shark bite". However, park officials told NBC4NY that they were unaware of a shark incident and never suspended swimming. The incident has prompted authorities to increase patrols at all Nassau County beaches over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The added measures include marine patrols on boats, helicopters and drone surveillance. Read more shark stories HORROR ENCOUNTER Girl loses her LEG after 9ft shark attacks her at popular US beach spot WATCH OUT Great white shark warning for US beaches ahead of July … [Read more...] about Shark warning ahead of July 4 after possible attack off Long Island beach in predator danger zone

In June 1984, at New York’s Quadrasonic Sound studios, Leonard Cohen laid down a song he’d spent years writing. “Hallelujah” would eventually join the pantheon of contemporary popular music; at the time, though, the Canadian singer-songwriter may as well have dropped it off the end of a pier. That’s because it was included on Various Positions , Cohen’s seventh studio album for Columbia, which the head of the music division, Walter Yetnikoff, chose not to release in the U.S. “Leonard, we know you’re great,” he said. “But we don’t know if you’re any good.” Or as cartoonish execs say in the movies: I don’t hear a single . The album, which Columbia didn’t put out in the U.S. until 1990, features a handful of Cohen’s greatest songs. It opens with the sardonically gorgeous “Dance Me to the End of Love” and fades out on “If It Be Your Will,” which Cohen described as “an old prayer” that he was moved to rewrite. And sitting in the middle of that albatross of an album—side two, track … [Read more...] about Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ Belongs to Everyone

GHISLAINE Maxwell will exploit her notoriety to control more vulnerable inmates in prison, Prince Andrew's cousin has sensationally claimed. The disgraced former socialite, 60, was jailed for two decades earlier this week for sex-trafficking teens for late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. She will soon be moved from the notorious Metropolitan Detention Centre in Brooklyn, New York, to the minimum-security federal prison in Danbury, Connecticut . The plush lockup served as the inspiration for Orange Is the New Black - and experts claim it will be "like Disneyland" for the criminal who has been enduring a "living hell" in the lead up to her trial, according to her lawyers. Prince Andrew's second cousin, Christina Oxenberg , who used to be friends with Ghislaine, spoke to The Sun exclusively about how she will cope with prison life. Oxenberg claims: "While it may be provocative for people to herald threats of stabbings and maggoty food that await her the next 20 years, the … [Read more...] about Ghislaine Maxwell will exploit her notoriety to control more vulnerable inmates in prison, Andrew’s cousin claims