The fight for improved streaming residuals is gaining momentum in the UK, as Directors UK (DUK) has taken a bold step by writing to major streaming platforms including Netflix, Amazon, Disney, and others. The aim is to secure royalties for DUK’s 8,000 members, signaling a new chapter in the battle for fair compensation in the
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, is rumored to be working on a new feature that will enable users to block messages from unknown senders. This feature, spotted by a feature tracker, aims to improve device performance and enhance account security. By blocking messages from unknown accounts, WhatsApp users will be able to safeguard their personal
Caitlin Clark continues to make headlines in the WNBA with her impressive rookie season performance. Most recently, in the Indiana Fever’s 92-75 victory over the Seattle Storm, Clark shattered the WNBA single-season rookie record for assists. With an average of 8.3 assists per game, Clark tallied 9 assists in Sunday’s game, bringing her total to
The financial markets have been quite volatile recently, seeing sharp sell-offs followed by sharp rebounds. Wall Street had a stellar week compared to the rough start earlier in the month, with significant gains across major indexes. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all posted positive gains, with the Nasdaq leading the
Parents in England are now facing higher fines if their children are taken out of school without permission, as new guidance comes into effect. The Department of Education (DfE) announced in February its plans to implement fines for unauthorised absences, specifically targeting parents whose children miss five days of school. School absence fines have been
When considering the statement made by Barbara Redman, PhD, MBE, regarding authors disclosing conflicts of interest, it is clear that there is a lack of transparency in the healthcare industry. The Open Payments database serves as a tool to address this issue, yet the question arises – why aren’t more authors utilizing it? There seems
An emergency plan set in motion to avoid overcrowding in prisons, known as Operation Early Dawn, is anticipated to be enacted today. The operation entails the detention of defendants awaiting a court appearance in prison cells for extended periods if there is a lack of space in jails in the event they are remanded in
Starbucks, a renowned coffee giant, has been facing operational challenges in recent times. The proliferation of mobile orders has led to overcrowded cafes, frustrated customers, and overwhelmed baristas. The incoming CEO, Brian Niccol, who is set to take over on Sept. 9, will have the daunting task of addressing these issues to revitalize the struggling
As U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepares to arrive in Israel for diplomatic talks aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Gaza, the pressure is on to end the 10-month-old war between Israel and Hamas. This visit marks Blinken’s tenth trip to the region since the conflict began, highlighting the urgency of the situation. The
Recent observations made by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have called into question the conventional wisdom regarding asteroid 16 Psyche. Initially believed to be the core remnant of a protoplanet, Psyche’s composition has now been shown to include hydrated minerals such as hydroxyl and potentially water. This discovery has added a layer of complexity