Author: Amanda Martinez

Jersey Electricity’s plans for a solar farm in Champs Verts, St Mary, have hit a roadblock. The company has temporarily withdrawn its planning application, citing the need for more time to address comments from a consultee. This move affects Jersey Solar Farm Plans. The withdrawal comes after a cabinet office report questioned Jersey Electricity’s analysis of potential solar farm sites. The report found that while the development principle was supported, the use of open countryside for the solar farm was not justified. William Layzell, who started the opposition group Save This View, expressed concerns that Jersey Electricity prioritized ease over…

Warner Bros Discovery streaming growth will double this year as the company expands Max and maintains strict cost controls. The entertainment giant expects to surpass 150 million streaming subscribers by 2026, driven by international expansion and a strong content lineup. Investors reacted positively, sending WBD shares up more than 10% despite a surprise fourth-quarter loss linked to declining television revenues. The company recently announced plans to separate its cable TV networks from its streaming and studio divisions, allowing for potential sales or spin-offs. CEO David Zaslav explained that this resurrecting would help the company seize broader market opportunities during industry…

Israel has identified the bodies of four hostages handed over by Hamas in a prisoner exchange, concluding forensic tests on Thursday. The Red Cross received the coffins from Hamas on Wednesday night, facilitating the trade for over 600 Palestinian prisoners.  Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Hamas gave the bodies of 86-year-old Shlomo Mansour, Ohad Yahalomi, 50, Tsachi Idan, who was 50, and Itzik Elgarat, 69. Officials informed the families about the identifications, stating that the men were either killed in captivity or taken dead in Gaza. The Israeli government conducted forensic testing near the Gaza border before transferring the…

Mediators successfully resolved the latest dispute in the Gaza ceasefire deal, allowing Israel and Hamas to move forward with planned exchanges. Israeli officials had delayed the release of 600 Palestinian prisoners on Saturday due to concerns over the treatment of Israeli hostages.   Hamas condemned the delay, calling it a violation of the agreement. As part of the resolution, Israel will release the prisoners while Hamas returns the bodies of 4 Israeli hostages. This exchange is expected to take place between Wednesday and Thursday. The agreement also clears the way for US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff to visit the region…

Alaska faces a significant threat from invasive species, and lawmakers are taking action. During National Invasive Species Week, Alaska Legislators received a presentation about emerging invasive species, their impact, and potential solutions. Dr. Emily Reed, Regional Invasive Plant Coordinator with Southeast Alaska Watershed Coalition, led the presentation. Dr. Reed’s presentation highlighted the importance of addressing invasive species. She emphasized that prevention is key to stopping the spread of invasive species. By taking proactive measures, Alaska can protect its ecosystem and economy. Dr. Reed emphasized the severity of the issue, citing examples of invasive species like Knotweed, which can cause significant…

Apple intends to spend $500 billion in the US over the course of the following four years, with a special focus on research, manufacturing, and artificial intelligence (AI). The business revealed that a sizable amount of this investment will go toward a new advanced manufacturing facility in Texas. Apple’s Huston factory, which will span 250,000 square feet, will produce servers previously manufactured overseas to support its growing Apple Intelligence AI system. The facility will open in 2026, creating thousands of new jobs in the region. CEO Tim Cook emphasized that this marks Apple’s largest-ever financial commitment to US innovation and…

Hamas has halted negotiations on extending the ceasefire deal after Israel delayed releasing 620 Palestinian prisoners due to repeated violations. Doctor Basem Naim, a senior Hamas official, warned that Israel’s actions placed the entire agreement in grave danger.  He insisted that no further discussions could occur unless Israel fulfilled its commitments. On Saturday, Hamas freed six living Israeli hostages, including three men who were paraded before armed fighters during a public ceremony. The Israeli government condemned the staged handovers as humiliating and accused Hamas of exploiting hostages for propaganda. Israeli officials responded by suspending the prisoner release until Hamas ensured…

India and the UK have officially restarted free trade talks, aiming to finalize an agreement after a year-long pause. UK’s business and trade secretary Jonathan Reynolds met Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal in New Delhi to begin discussions.  Both sides emphasized the need for a fair, ambitious, mutually beneficial trade pact. Officials from both nations have conducted over a dozen negotiations since 2022, but disagreements over key issues have stalled progress. India seeks reduced tariffs on its exports and better visa rules for professionals, while the UK wants lower duties on Scotch whisky and automotive products. Reynolds called trade expansion…

Hundreds of thousands gathered at a stadium in Beirut and surrounding streets on Sunday for Nasrallah’s funeral. The event honored the group’s former leader, Hassan Nasrallah, nearly five months after an Israeli airstrike killed him.  Israeli fighter jets dropped over 80 bombs on Hezbollah’s main operations center in a southern Beirut suburb, killing Nasrallah. His death dealt a severe blow to the Iran-backed group which he had led for more than 30 years. Under his leadership, Hezbollah became a dominant force in the Middle East and a key player in Iran’s axis of resistance. Nasrallah gained widespread recognition after Hezbollah’s…

A dramatic turn of events unfolded in court as Mr. Derby, the defense attorney, requested Judge Ikram’s return. Amesbury had just been sentenced to 10 weeks in prison for assaulting a man in the street, and Judge Ikram was preparing to have him transported to HMP Altcourse in Liverpool. However, Mr. Derby had one final plea: an application for bail pending an appeal against Amesbury’s sentence. Judge Ikram returned, his presence commanding attention. He sat down, paused briefly, and delivered his verdict: Application refused. The decision was swift and decisive, leaving no room for argument. The Amesbury bail application was…

President Donald Trump has appointed Dan Bongino as the new FBI Deputy Director. Bongino will serve under recently confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel. Trump praised Bongino as a man of incredible love and passion for our Country. This move is part of the Trump Bongino FBI shake-up. Bongino has an impressive background, having worked for the New York police department and the Secret Service. He was also part of the protection detail for two presidents, George W. Bush and Barack Obama. However, his appointment has raised eyebrows, as neither he nor Patel has FBI experience. As the deputy director, Bongino…

BMW has decided to delay electric vehicle production at its Oxford Mini plant due to multiple uncertainties in the automotive sector. The manufacturer announced it would pause a £600 million upgrade at its Cowley site, which would impact plans to reintroduce battery-electric Mini production. Despite this setback, BMW confirmed it would not accept a previously announced £60 million government grant but remains discussing future investments. A spokesperson explained that Plant Oxford remains central to Mini manufacturing, producing sought-after models for the UK and global markets. However, the company is reassessing its battery-electric production relaunch timeline, prioritizing industry stability. The UK…