Patrick Lyoya, Daunte Wright, Andre Hill, Rayshard Brooks, Atatiana Jefferson, Aura Rosser, Stephon Clark, Botham Jean, Jacob Blake, Philando Castile, Alton Sterling, Akai Gurley. A drop in the ocean of victims of an American policing policy that amounts to ‘shoot first, ask questions later’ when it comes to Black people. Scratch the surface and you’ll find a litany of cases over the past few years alone that could have so easily been handled with patience and compassion – as it should be – yet so often have resulted in death and the destruction of families and communities. Hill and Clark, for example, were shot because police somehow mistook the mobile phones they were holding for weapons. Blake was shot in the back multiple times at close range as he tried to enter his car. Read the detail around enough of these cases and you begin to get the picture. Contrast all that with Kyle Rittenhouse , Robert Aaron Long, Benjamin Murdy, Brian Riley, Floyd Ray Roseberry, Jeffrey … [Read more...] about ‘Buffalo shooting shows life is black and white for trigger happy police in US’
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‘White-washed’ Cheltenham video to be ‘made better’
Published 27 July 2020 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing The team behind a town's promotional video criticised for being "white-washed" says it is listening to feedback in order to "make it better". The video is aimed at drawing visitors back to Cheltenham after the coronavirus lockdown, but some residents claim it lacks diversity. Florence Nyasamo-Thomas of Cheltenham Black Lives Matter said the video "doesn't show who we are". Cheltenham BID said it recognises the importance of representing diversity. The two-minute video posted on Visit Cheltenham's website and social media pages shows local businesses welcoming visitors back and asking them what they missed during lockdown. It was produced by Marketing Cheltenham, which is managed by Cheltenham Borough Council, and works in partnership with the local Business Improvement District (BID). What did you miss the … [Read more...] about ‘White-washed’ Cheltenham video to be ‘made better’
Two-Card Monte: Why Mastercard And Visa Rarely Shut Down Scammers Who Are Ripping Off Consumers
Paul Paolucci, the top cop for one of the world’s biggest credit card companies, sure had some interesting friends. One made a fortune fronting for pornography websites that needed access to Mastercard’s and Visa’s payment networks. Paolucci, who oversaw Mastercard’s merchant fraud control, was photographed cavorting around the Las Vegas Hard Rock Hotel with him and a group of women in white corset minidresses. A second was a Lamborghini-driving e-commerce mogul with whom Paolucci used to celebrate family holidays. The mogul ended up in prison for a financial crime he committed, in part, using Mastercard’s network. An executive at a famously corrupt European bank claimed to have dined with Paolucci and gotten his help evading Mastercard’s regulations. It was Paolucci’s job to make sure that the banks and companies using Mastercard’s network were playing by the rules. He bent those rules himself by getting close to the very kinds of high-risk businesses he was supposed to be … [Read more...] about Two-Card Monte: Why Mastercard And Visa Rarely Shut Down Scammers Who Are Ripping Off Consumers
Finland’s Parliament approves NATO membership application
Finland's legislature on Tuesday approved the country's bid for NATO membership with 188 votes in favor and eight against, Parliament Speaker Matti Vanhanen said. The vote comes after two days of parliamentary debate, during which the foreign affairs committee said "Russia's long-standing aggressive policies and the goal of dividing Europe into new spheres of influence took on a new dimension after the country's invasion of Ukraine ." "Failure to respond would lead to a narrowing of Finland's foreign, security and defense policy," it added. The vote in Parliament was seen a formality, as Finnish President Sauli Niinisto and Prime Minister Sanna Marin had already announced that Finland would go ahead and that minimal opposition was expected. "Our security environment has fundamentally changed," Prime Minister Marin told parliament on Monday at the start of the debate. What happens next? The vote clears the way for a Finnish application for membership in the Western … [Read more...] about Finland’s Parliament approves NATO membership application
Boy, 3, mauled to death in ‘devastating’ dog attack known for ‘previous incidents’
A three-year-old boy died from a dog attack in Rochdale yesterday lunchtime. The toddler was rushed to hospital from a property in Milnrow, Rochdale where he was pronounced dead. No arrests have been made at this stage and enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances, Greater Manchester Police said in a statement. Detective Superintendent Jamie Daniels, of GMP's Public Protection and Serious Crime Division, said: "This is a tragic, devastating incident and our thoughts are with the family at this horrendous time. "We are investigating the incident and previous incidents involving dogs at this address, Manchester Evening News reports . "While our enquiries to find out what happened will be thorough and are very much in their infancy, we suspect that this little boy has, sadly succumbed, to injuries received as a result of a dog attack. Were you affected by this story? Email [email protected] Police are investigating the dog attack "I understand this … [Read more...] about Boy, 3, mauled to death in ‘devastating’ dog attack known for ‘previous incidents’
Twisted Buffalo shooter has UK obsession and sick manifesto of ‘high profile enemies’
Grieving relatives of Payton Gendron’s victims and locals yesterday told of their devastation after the white supremacist’s murderous rampage left 10 people dead. The twisted 18-year-old killer launched his racist massacre after calling for London mayor Sadiq Khan to be slaughtered and published a 180-page hate-filled manifesto. Two people were also injured and 11 of those he shot were black. He also mentioned a number of UK towns and court cases, including the Asian grooming gang trial in Rotherham. Gendron live streamed the bloodbath as he tore through the Tops Friendly supermarket in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday. He had reportedly scrawled the N-word on his rifle. Payton Gendron ( Image: Erie County District Attorney/AF) As the first of the gunman’s victims were named last night, it emerged police were alerted to him last year after he threatened to shoot fellow students. Dozens of locals yesterday attended the scene of the massacre, America’s worse … [Read more...] about Twisted Buffalo shooter has UK obsession and sick manifesto of ‘high profile enemies’
EPOS H3Pro Hybrid Review: Incredible immersion into your favourite games with the addition of noise-cancelling and wireless
The audio experts at EPOS have proven time and time again that they make some of the best headsets for both work and play. Having once been partnered with Sennheiser, EPOS has more than proved its expertise with top-notch specialised gaming headsets. EPOS H3 . However, it looks like they weren’t finished with this already impressive headset as they have tinkered further to create a wireless version with the EPOS H3 Hybrid and now their latest edition The EPOS H3Pro Hybrid . The H3Pro Hybrid looks great and has no garish colours, lighting or logos plastered all over it. ( Image: EPOS) The H3 Pro Hybrid looks almost identical to its previous iterations. The headset while still carrying the obligatory chunkiness, it doesn’t feel bulky or too large. The earcups and the headband are matte black and the H3 has very little distracting branding and logos, keeping a smart yet attractive in a low key kind of way. Built of plastic and metal the H3Pro looks great but … [Read more...] about EPOS H3Pro Hybrid Review: Incredible immersion into your favourite games with the addition of noise-cancelling and wireless
Oppo Find X5 Pro review: Fantastic flagship smartphone with a sleek design and stunning camera
Chinese tech giant Oppo is slowly becoming a household name in the west, with their watches and audio hardware challenging the market leaders. But it was probably Oppo’s Find X3 mobile series that truly made them part of the conversation. Now Oppo looks to capitalise on the X3 series’ outstanding reception with its successor the Oppo Find X5 series. Like the X3 the X5 series is split into different models which include the Pro, Lite and the standard edition. Each is tailored with features to accommodate their respective price bracket whilst still trying to offer similar experiences. For this review, we will be taking a look at the higher end model in the Oppo Find XS5 Series, the Oppo Find X5 Pro. The Find X5 Pro comes in two colours, Glaze Black and Ceramic White. Both of the colour schemes come with a glossy finish which is fantastic but it would’ve been great to offer a matte version as the X3 series did. Oppo's new flagship smartphone has arrived ( Image: … [Read more...] about Oppo Find X5 Pro review: Fantastic flagship smartphone with a sleek design and stunning camera
12 Best clothes steamers to buy (2022) UK: enjoy a fresh, crease-free finish
How many times have you looked at a pile of un-ironed shirts and wanted them to just disappear? If your answer was too many times to mention, it might be time to invest in a little bit of help. A clothes steamer is an effective way to live crease free and as they don't make direct contact with the clothes, you don't have to worry about burning an iron shaped hole into your favourite garments - we've all been there. Like conventional irons, steamers require a little bit of water for the real magic to happen. Most heat up relatively quickly and deliver (sometimes continuous) steam to remove creases straight away. Before parting with your cash and investing in a steamer, it makes sense to find out which type best suits your needs. To help you with your decision, we've compiled a list of some of the best clothes steamers you can buy right now. Best clothes steamers to buy 1. Tefal Handheld Steamer DT7000 Best Tefal clothes steamer for affordability Features: … [Read more...] about 12 Best clothes steamers to buy (2022) UK: enjoy a fresh, crease-free finish
Honor Magic 4 Pro Review: Honor’s flagship offers powerhouse performance and a premium look that goes above and beyond
Android phones are becoming more powerful and capable, with brands like Chinese tech giants Honor definitely on the front lines of that push. Producing some great mid-range devices since their split from Huawei (back in 2020), Honor has really pushed the envelope on what Android smartphones can do while remaining affordable. Following up on last year’s Magic 3, Honor’s latest flagship phone, the Magic 4 Pro, was announced in February this year and incorporates the latest advancements for a top tier device. Even Honor's budget models have always looked great - the Magic 4 Pro continues that tradition, and comes in 5 colours: Black, Cyan, Gold, White, and Orange. Like most Honor phones the Magic 4 Pro has a stylish look ( Image: Honor) The reflective, glossy back panel looks eye-catching, but it's is a fingerprint magnet. It often requires attention if, like me, you can’t stand even the slightest smears and smudges. The back is also very smooth making me very … [Read more...] about Honor Magic 4 Pro Review: Honor’s flagship offers powerhouse performance and a premium look that goes above and beyond