MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace has apologized for his comments suggesting allegations against him came from “middle-class women of a certain age.” Wallace stated he was under stress and in a bad head space when he made the remarks and will be taking time off during the investigation. The BBC is conducting an independent review into the workplace culture following the allegations, with calls for Wallace to step aside from the show until the investigation is complete.
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There were no toxic chemicals on board, but ship may sink, says owner
The Portuguese cargo ship Solong collided with the US fuel tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea, leading to fears of sinking despite initial concerns of toxic chemicals on board. The owner confirmed no highly toxic chemicals were present and expressed sympathy for the missing crew member's family, as the vessel remains afloat but still on fire. Authorities have ruled out foul play and pollution, with salvage operations underway and no significant public health risks...
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