Estée Lauder sues Jo Malone over use of name in collaboration with Zara
The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.
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Iran War Live Updates: Iraq Closes Oil Terminals Amid Growing Disruption to Global Supplies
Iran claimed responsibility for striking one of two oil tankers that were burning off the Iraqi coast on Thursday. The International Energy Agency warned that the war had caused “the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market.”
Iran War Causing Largest Ever Oil Disruption, I.E.A. Says
Conflict is forcing producers to slash production and close ports as Iran steps up attacks on energy infrastructure.
Republicans add to pressure on Senate majority leader after Trump voter ID bill call – US politics live
Republicans join in with US president’s demand for John Thune to push through Save America act Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxTwenty-seven days into the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, Senate lawmakers will try – for a fourth time – to pass a funding bill to reopen the department.The impasse over guardrails for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) means that the upper chamber has yet to clear the 60-vote threshold needed to advance. Continue reading...
Middle East crisis live: Israeli air force says it struck nuclear site; Iran steps up campaign to disrupt energy markets
The Israeli army claimed it struck a site that it claims was used for developing nuclear weapons; Iran set ablaze two tankers as it increased attacks on oil and transport facilities across the Middle EastIran escalates attacks on infrastructure and transport across the GulfHow have you been affected by the latest Middle East events?An Iranian source is denying the country will allow India-flagged tankers to pass through the vital strait of Hormuz, Reuters is reporting.The news agency a little earlier quoted an Indian source as saying Iran would in fact allow such tankers to pass through the strait, a key artery for global oil trade. Continue reading...
Noma chef resigns amid allegations of physical abuse of staff
René Redzepi also steps down from non-profit board after accusations of physical and psychological abuseRené Redzepi, the head chef and co-founder of Noma, has announced his resignation from his internationally acclaimed Copenhagen restaurant following allegations he physically abused his staff.Redzepi had been facing protests in Los Angeles before a four-month pop-up that launched this week. His resignation on Wednesday comes after the New York Times detailed allegations of physical and psychological abuse, including claims that he “punched employees in the face, jabbed them with kitchen implements and slammed them against walls”. Continue reading...
How Iran’s women footballers took asylum in Australia and what happens next
Al Jazeera breaks down the events surrounding the Iranian team – from the national anthem row to the players' escape.
Iran’s Frantic Attempt to Save Its Ships Before Torpedo Attack
The Iranian Navy sought refuge in Sri Lanka and India. While India obliged, Sri Lanka stalled over fears it would threaten its neutrality.
US officer having a ‘mild anxiety attack’ took ambulance meant for man shot by police
Dyshan Best later died after having to wait 10 extra minutes for next ambulance, according to Connecticut investigationA man who was shot by police and later died had to wait 10 extra minutes for an ambulance after an officer having a “mild anxiety attack” took the first one that arrived at the scene, according to a newly released state investigation.Dyshan Best, 39, was shot in the back last year as he fled from officers in Bridgeport, Connecticut. A report released this week by the state’s inspector general found that the shooting was justified because Best had a gun in his hand and the officer pursuing him had reasons to fear for his own safety. Continue reading...
Sons were suspects in almost one in five killings of UK women in last year, study shows
Figures recorded by Femicide Census over last 12 months indicate highest rate of matricide in 16 yearsThe names of 19 women believed to have been killed by their sons in the last year will be read out in parliament on Thursday, as research showed that almost one in five women killed by men since the last International Women’s Day were victims or suspected victims of matricide.For the 11th year running, Jess Phillips will read out the names of the 108 women killed in the UK by men – or where a man has been charged – in the last 12 months. In keeping with previous years, she will have to request special dispensation to speak beyond the time given to each MP in the International Women’s Day parliamentary debate, because reading the names will take more than five minutes. Continue reading...