Trump brands social media ban ‘catastrophic mistake’ and defends pre-riot speech January 12, 2021 Donald Trump has branded his social media ban a “catastrophic mistake” as he refused to take responsibility for inciting riots at the Capitol last week. The outgoing president, who has been accused of inciting violence and is facing a second impeachment, today played down his role in the riots and attempted to blame Silicon Valley. [...]
UK logistics sector take-up soars to record level as retailers scramble to boost delivery capacity January 12, 2021 Take up of UK logistics space soared to record-breaking levels last year as retailers sought to keep up with the surge in demand for online shopping during the coronavirus pandemic. According to the latest analysis, the total take up of logistics space jumped 69 per cent year-on-year to 42.87m sq ft. The increase was driven [...]
Hong Kong Racing Tips: Lor’s Runner looks a strong contender in finale January 12, 2021 IN-FORM trainer Frankie Lor sends a handful of raiders to Happy Valley in an attempt to close the six-winner gap, currently held by Caspar Fownes with 38 wins, in the trainers’ title race. Lor’s stable has been the most consistent in town since the season started, and not a week goes by without him seemingly [...]
Covid-19 drives employment tribunal claims up 17% January 12, 2021 The number of claims received by employment tribunals has jumped 17 per cent in the last year to 42,392, up from 36,336 in the previous 12 months. Employment law firm GQ Littler said the increase was “significantly faster” than the 7 per cent rise that occurred between 2017/18 and 2018/19 and ties in with the [...]
Hong Kong Racing Tips: Purton and Ting to team up with Noble Birth January 12, 2021 TRAINER Jimmy Ting and jockey Zac Purton, who teamed up successfully with progressive Super Football at Sha Tin on Sunday, will be hoping for more of the same, when they combine with NOBLE BIRTH in the Magnolia Handicap (1.15pm) over six furlongs. The trainer has always held this ex New Zealand gelding, a winner of two of [...]
Hong Kong Racing Tips: Baby can take the Valley by Storm January 12, 2021 FOLLOWING horses with low draw numbers should be a recipe for success when racing resumes with a nine-race programme at Happy Valley on Wednesday. The action takes place on the ‘B’ course, which historically has given low numbers a notable advantage, especially in six furlong and extended mile races in the last three seasons. Records [...]
Business secretary slams firms not allowing staff to work from home January 12, 2021 New business secretary Kwasi Kwarteng has urged employers to take “every possible step” to help employees work from home during the pandemic. His comments come after City A.M. revealed some firms have at points offered staff unpaid leave as an alternative to returning to the office. Kwarteng said: “The law is clear that you may [...]
Broadband firm Community Fibre launches London TV service January 12, 2021 Challenger broadband firm Community Fibre has launched a new pay-TV service that it hopes will offer Londoners a more affordable alternative to Sky and Virgin. The new service, launched with TV provider Netgem, gives customers access to 135 channels, as well as a range of streaming services and on-demand content. Community Fibre TV will be [...]
Premier Oil shareholders back Chrysaor merger as era comes to an end January 12, 2021 Premier Oil’s shareholders have today voted overwhelmingly in favour of the North Sea-focused firm’s merger with fellow independent Chrysaor. At this afternoon’s general meeting, 98.7 per cent of shareholders backed the motion, which marks the end of an era for the veteran firm. The deal is expected to be completed by the end of the [...]
Billionaire Las Vegas casino baron and Trump donor Sheldon Adelson dead at 87 January 12, 2021 Sheldon Adelson, who founded and ran Las Vegas Sands, the world’s largest gambling companyn since 1988 has died aged 87.
