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Apple's App Store is being investigated by the UK competition watchdog over concerns about possible unfair practices that could ultimately mean consumers are paying higher prices. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said its probe into the iPhone and iPad maker was partly prompted by complaints from app developers. Apple's terms mean that developers can only distribute their apps on its devices via the App Store and some of them are required to use Apple Pay to charge for add-ons or upgrades. Each time a consumer buys an app or makes one of these in-app purchases, Apple charges a commission of up to 30%. Several developers reported that the company's terms and conditions were unfair and could break competition law, the CMA said. Advertisement The watchdog's chief executive Andrea Coscelli said: "Millions of us use apps every day to check the weather, play a game or order a takeaway. "So, complaints that Apple is using its market … [Read more...] about Apple’s App Store investigated by UK competition watchdog

T here can be no excuses for England after this performance. The pitch or grumbles about umpires cannot be used to distract from a poor batting display that gifted India the upper hand. It is not a flat pitch but better than the past two Tests with pace and carry that should have suited England’s top order. With an extra batsman in the side , there was a great chance to make a total that could give them control after Joe Root won his third toss out of four. Instead England were bowled out for 205, narrowly avoiding a sixth successive total under 200, as batsmen spooked by spin walked to the crease accompanied by demons from past failures. Ben Stokes made a good fifty fired up by chirping close-in fielders but there was no substance from England, who were bowled out an hour into the final session. … [Read more...] about England’s batting woes continue: Tourists can only blame themselves as poor play gifts India advantage

MERCEDES have released images of the car they hope will power Lewis Hamilton to a record eighth world title. Hamilton , who is currently tied on seven with Michael Schumacher, will be going all out in 2021 to move into a class of his own. The Brit already has the most wins (95), pole positions (98) and podium finishes (165) in F1 and can now go on to become the undisputed champ. He said: "The launch day of a new car is always a really exciting one. It's great to reveal to the world the result of everyone's hard work at the factories and to see some of my team-mates in person, which has been so rare during the past year. "I've been in touch with the engineers through the winter, keeping track of their preparations as I prepare myself for the season ahead. "The excitement has been building and building, so now I just can't wait to get out on track in the W12." The car - or to give it its full title the Mercedes-AMG F1 W12 E Performance - is an evolution of last … [Read more...] about Mercedes release images of Lewis Hamilton’s new F1 2021 car which Brit helped engineers build to go for another title

JET2 HOLIDAYS have £100 per person off summer 2021 holidays as part of their sale. The discount applies to all holidays, so Brits can bag a bargain for later in the year to their destination of choice. There are breaks to 81 destinations including popular spots like Corfu, Cyprus, Majorca, Crete, Tenerife and Turkey. The offer applies to holidays with departures from the UK until November 6 2022. Some of the best deals are: Greece holidays from £299pp Balearic Island holidays from £345p Spain holidays from £299pp Canary Island holidays from £335pp Turkey holidays from £295pp Portugal holidays from £326pp Cyprus holidays from £395pp Package holidays include flights, accommodation and coach transfers. Those looking to take advantage of the discount have until March 31 to book. To get the £100pp saving , enter the promotion code SAVE100 on the booking page or by clicking the 'Apply Discount' button during the booking process. … [Read more...] about Jet2 are offering £100pp off all summer 2021 holidays including trips to Greece, Spain & Turkey

The Miss Panama competition has announced it will allow transgender women 'who have completed all their legal and medical procedures' to enter from this year. The contest is responsible for picking Panama's representative at the Miss Universe pageant. The organization responsible for the context said the decision has been made 'after plenty of conversation and in line with the rules of the Miss Universe organization'. The Miss Panama competition has announced it will allow transgender women 'who have completed all their legal and medical procedures' to enter from this year. The contest is responsible for picking Panama's representative at the Miss Universe pageant. Pictured: File image of Catriona Gray of the Philippines is crowned Miss Universe 2018 RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next The Polish Oskar Schindler: How a diplomat and his team... 'Where is all the evidence? Why has no one resigned?!'... Share this article Share … [Read more...] about Miss Panama contest will accept transgender women ‘who have completed all medical procedures’