Gregg Wallace’s claim that accusations of inappropriate behaviour against him came from “a handful of middle-class women of a certain age” has caused turmoil at the BBC, leading to his stepping back from MasterChef after allegations of sexual comments to staff and guests. Reports suggest the BBC had been aware of complaints since 2017, with a letter in 2022 detailing women feeling “uncomfortable” around Wallace. Allegations include making sexual jokes, asking for phone numbers, and standing too close to female staff, with Kirstie Allsopp alleging he made a comment that left her embarrassed.
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Europe’s ‘happy vassal’ complex
The recent US-EU trade agreement has significantly weakened the EU's global standing, exposing its political vulnerabilities and undermining its climate agenda while highlighting a troubling trend of “vassalisation heureuse.” As Trump’s imperial vision takes shape, the EU struggles to assert its sovereignty amid growing dissatisfaction among Europeans, revealing an existential threat that could reshape international order if not effectively resisted. Want More Context? 🔎
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