Marks & Spencer was experiencing a strong start to 2025, driven by a fashion revival and warm weather, but this momentum has been disrupted by a significant cyber-attack that halted website sales. In response to the attack, staff have reverted to manual methods such as using pens and paper to manage stock, as internal systems remain down. Additionally, Marks & Spencer has paused the delivery of certain food items to Ocado amid concerns about order statuses and data security.
An elderly couple, Paul and Gail Cline, lost an arm each during a tornado that struck their home in London, Kentucky. The EF-4 tornado, which hit on May 16, separated them while they held hands, resulting in their injuries, as confirmed by their niece. Gail is on life support with severe injuries, while Paul, who suffers from dementia, is recovering; the couple has lost everything, prompting a GoFundMe campaign that has raised over $71,000 to...
Read moreCosMc's ClosureMcDonald's has announced the closure of its CosMc's takeout-only mini-chain, which focused on beverages and opened its first location in Bolingbrook, Illinois, in late 2023. The company stated that all existing CosMc's locations in the US will close by the end of next month, following a pilot phase that began in January. While the standalone restaurants are shutting down, some beverage flavors inspired by CosMc's will be integrated into McDonald's menus as part of...
Read moreA homeowner has criticized Kendall Construction Ltd after the firm posted a viral TikTok video suggesting she had not paid her bills, showcasing workers demolishing her driveway. The homeowner clarified that the work was part of necessary repairs and that she had paid the £3,800 bill months prior, stating the video misrepresented her situation and damaged her reputation. Following her complaint, the company deleted the video, issued an apology, and explained that the clip was...
Read moreNATO deployed forces to intercept a Russian Su-34 bomber performing dangerous maneuvers over the Baltic Sea, confirmed by Poland's defense minister Wladysław Kosiniak-Kamysz. He emphasized that such actions are intentional and noted recent similar incidents. Additionally, a sanctioned Russian ship was reported performing suspicious maneuvers near a power cable connecting Poland and Sweden, prompting military intervention and highlighting the increasing tensions and dangers in the Baltic Sea region since Sweden and Finland joined NATO. Full...
Read moreSummaryOn May 23, 2025, President Donald Trump threatened Apple with a 25% tariff unless iPhones are manufactured in the U.S. He stated that he had previously informed CEO Tim Cook of his expectations for domestic production. Experts argue that relocating production would significantly increase costs for consumers and pose logistical challenges, as Apple currently produces over 80% of its iPhones in China, benefiting from lower labor costs. Full Article
Read moreNetflix will cease support for older Amazon Fire TV models, specifically the first-generation Fire TV, Fire TV Stick, and Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote, starting June 3, 2023. These devices, released in 2014 and 2016, have not been updated recently, leading to compatibility issues with modern video formats. Users are encouraged to upgrade to newer models with 4K resolution support, as second-generation devices and later will remain supported for the foreseeable future. Full...
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