Ryanair has warned that summer fares could be much lower than last year after profits fell almost 50%. The airline cited more frugal passengers, the timing of Easter holidays and a continued deterioration of pricing as reasons for the slump. Ryanair’s profit before tax fell 46% to €401m ($448m) in Q1 2019. Average passenger fares dropped by… Continue reading Ryanair set to slash summer fares after profits slide
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Yu Su to launch Shanghai-based music festival, OUHE
The launch of a new festival, OUHE, in Shanghai this coming fall has been confirmed by DJ, producer, and former Mixmag cover star Yu Su. The festival will run over three days and Yu Su is host, marking her first time running an event in China. The date of the festival is September 29 to… Continue reading Yu Su to launch Shanghai-based music festival, OUHE
Yvette Cooper: Tories spent £700m on Rwanda scheme
The UK government’s plan to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda, in order to deter people from crossing the Channel in small boats, has cost taxpayers upwards of £700m, according to Home Secretary Yvette Cooper. The scheme was never fully implemented due to legal challenges, with only four people being voluntarily removed to the country.… Continue reading Yvette Cooper: Tories spent £700m on Rwanda scheme
Beccy Barr: Former BBC TV presenter and firefighter dies
Former BBC North West Tonight presenter, Beccy Barr, has died at the age of 46 after being diagnosed with incurable abdominal cancer in 2023. Barr worked at the BBC regional TV outlet from 2013 until 2019 before becoming a firefighter for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS). Her former colleague, Annabel Tiffin, described her as… Continue reading Beccy Barr: Former BBC TV presenter and firefighter dies
AlphaTheta’s acquisition of Serato blocked by Commerce Commission
New Zealand’s competition regulation agency, the Commerce Commission, has prevented AlphaTheta from acquiring Serato, a DJ and production software company based in New Zealand. AlphaTheta, parent company of Pioneer DJ, first proposed the merger in July 2023, which would have created a $50+ million deal, melding both organizations together. The acquisition would have also presented… Continue reading AlphaTheta’s acquisition of Serato blocked by Commerce Commission
Barnsley couple in Wakefield crash which killed six people named
Shannen Morgan and Shane Roller have been identified as the couple who died in a collision between their Ford Focus car and a motorbike on a road in rural West Yorkshire. The incident also resulted in the death of two young girls who were passengers in the car and the two people on the motorbike.… Continue reading Barnsley couple in Wakefield crash which killed six people named
Joey Barton charged over malicious communications
Former footballer Joey Barton has been charged with making malicious communications. The charges relate to messages sent between 1 and 18 January and concern tweets about broadcaster Eniola Aluko. Barton will appear in court later this month. Cheshire Police said the Crown Prosecution Service had authorised the charges. Aluko, who won the Women’s Super League… Continue reading Joey Barton charged over malicious communications
RALLY Festival unveils 2024 line-up including Two Shell, Move D, and more
RALLY Festival, London’s community-driven arts and music festival, has announced additional artists for its 2024 line-up. The festival, which will take place on 24 August 2024 over Bank Holiday Weekend, has unveiled the names of Two Shell, Move D, DJ Fart In The Club, and more, and will feature more than 30 DJs and live… Continue reading RALLY Festival unveils 2024 line-up including Two Shell, Move D, and more
Carpetright rescued but over 1,000 jobs are at risk
Failing UK carpet retailer, Carpetright, has been saved from collapse by flooring rival, Tapi, though hundreds of stores are expected to close with over 1,000 jobs believed to be at risk. The deal agreed will see Tapi purchasing the Carpetright name, intellectual property, 54 stores and two warehouses, but reportedly leaves over 200 stores not… Continue reading Carpetright rescued but over 1,000 jobs are at risk
New Prince George photo released on his 11th birthday
Prince George has turned 11 years old, and in celebration of his birthday, Kensington Palace shared a brand-new photograph of the future heir. This year’s photo was taken by his mother, Catherine, Princess of Wales. In a message alongside the image, Kensington Palace wished the young prince a “very happy 11th birthday”. The Palace regularly… Continue reading New Prince George photo released on his 11th birthday