Microsoft has announced a new round of layoffs in its gaming division, cutting approximately 650 jobs primarily in corporate and support functions. This marks the third significant reduction in the Xbox unit this year, following 1,900 job cuts in January and the closure of four studios in May. The layoffs are part of Microsoft’s efforts… Continue reading Microsoft Cuts 650 Xbox Jobs in Third Round of 2024 Layoffs, Citing Post-Acquisition Restructuring
French Court Convicts Two Women for Spreading False Transgender Rumors About Brigitte Macron
On September 12, 2024, a Paris court convicted two women, Amandine Roy and Natacha Rey, of defamation for spreading false rumors about Brigitte Macron, the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron. The women were found guilty of claiming that the First Lady of France is a transgender woman who was born as Jean-Michel Trogneux.The court… Continue reading French Court Convicts Two Women for Spreading False Transgender Rumors About Brigitte Macron
US Sanctions Venezuelan Officials as Spain-Venezuela Tensions Escalate Over Opposition Leader’s Asylum
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met with Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia at the Palacio de la Moncloa on September 12, 2024, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Spain and Venezuela. The meeting took place shortly after González arrived in Madrid seeking asylum, having fled Venezuela due to threats from Maduro’s government.Sánchez reaffirmed Spain’s commitment… Continue reading US Sanctions Venezuelan Officials as Spain-Venezuela Tensions Escalate Over Opposition Leader’s Asylum
Ten Hag Dismisses Ronaldo’s Criticism as PSG Ordered to Pay Mbappé €55 Million
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has dismissed recent criticism from Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that the Portuguese star is ‘far away in Saudi, far away from Manchester’ and out of touch with events at his former club. Ronaldo had taken issue with ten Hag’s comments that Manchester United are ‘a long way’ from winning the… Continue reading Ten Hag Dismisses Ronaldo’s Criticism as PSG Ordered to Pay Mbappé €55 Million
Jon Bon Jovi Prevents Potential Tragedy During Nashville Music Video Shoot
Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi, 62, has been hailed as a hero after preventing a woman from jumping off the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. The incident occurred while Bon Jovi was filming a music video for his new single ‘The People’s House’, with the bridge remaining open… Continue reading Jon Bon Jovi Prevents Potential Tragedy During Nashville Music Video Shoot
Israeli Airstrike on UNRWA School in Gaza Kills 34, Including UN Staff, Amid Contested Claims
On September 12, 2024, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in at least 34 Palestinian deaths, including 19 women and children, according to hospital officials. The attacks targeted a United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) school in the Nuseirat refugee camp, which was being used as a shelter for approximately 12,000 displaced Palestinians, mostly women… Continue reading Israeli Airstrike on UNRWA School in Gaza Kills 34, Including UN Staff, Amid Contested Claims
ECB Cuts Key Interest Rate to 3.5% Amid Economic Slowdown and Cooling Inflation
The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 25 basis point reduction in its key interest rates, lowering the deposit rate to 3.5%. This marks the second rate cut of the year and comes in response to cooling inflation and concerns about economic growth in the eurozone.ECB President Christine Lagarde stated, ‘Based on our updated… Continue reading ECB Cuts Key Interest Rate to 3.5% Amid Economic Slowdown and Cooling Inflation
Russian Attack on Red Cross Convoy in Ukraine Kills Three Aid Workers, Cargo Ship Targeted in Black Sea
On September 12, 2024, Russian forces launched a deadly attack on a humanitarian convoy in the Donetsk region of Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of three International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) employees and injuring two others. The attack occurred in the village of Verolyubivka while the ICRC team was distributing aid, including fuel… Continue reading Russian Attack on Red Cross Convoy in Ukraine Kills Three Aid Workers, Cargo Ship Targeted in Black Sea
McLaren Shifts Strategy: Prioritizes Norris in F1 Title Chase as Red Bull’s Dominance Wanes
McLaren has made a significant strategic decision in their Formula 1 championship campaign, announcing that they will prioritize support for Lando Norris over teammate Oscar Piastri. Team principal Andrea Stella confirmed this shift, emphasizing the team’s commitment to winning ‘in the right way’ while maintaining their principles of fairness and sportsmanship.Norris, currently second in the… Continue reading McLaren Shifts Strategy: Prioritizes Norris in F1 Title Chase as Red Bull’s Dominance Wanes
Spanish PM Meets Venezuelan Opposition Leader Amid Escalating Diplomatic Tensions
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met with Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia at the Palacio de la Moncloa on September 12, 2024, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Spain and Venezuela. The meeting took place a day after the Spanish Congress passed a non-binding resolution urging the government to recognize González as the elected president… Continue reading Spanish PM Meets Venezuelan Opposition Leader Amid Escalating Diplomatic Tensions