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Oliebedrijven boeken forse overwinsten op fossiele brandstoffen: "Oorlogswinsten", vindt Greenpeace
Tussen 1 maart en 19 oktober hebben oliebedrijven in de Europese Unie 35,9 miljard euro aan overwinst geboekt, waarvan 1,26 miljard in België. Dat blijkt uit een studie van Greenpeace. De milieuorganisatie roept de Europese Unie en België op om een extra belasting op de winsten van oliebedrijven in te voeren.
Russell Brand says friends abandoned him after ‘devastating’ sex crime allegations
Brand, on trial for a string of alleged historical sex offences, has told a court that he had dedicated his life to reckless philandering and idiocy but said consent was always non-negotiable.
Nach Brand in Schulhaus: Jugendliche aus Aussersihl gehen nun am Zürichberg zur Schule
Wegen Russschäden muss das Gebäude der Schule Albisriederplatz monatelang dekontaminiert werden. Schüler, Lehrer und Mitarbeitende kommen anderswo unter – weit weg vom gewohnten Ort.
Russell Brand denies all charges as he testifies at his rape and sex assault trial
The British actor-comedian acknowledged in a London court on Wednesday that he had been obsessed with sex as a younger man, but denied multiple charges of rape and sexual assault, saying the claims have had a "devastating" impact on his life.
Sam Wood's fitness empire officially rebrands
Sam Wood’s fitness empire the 28 Program has officially rebranded as the former reality star faces charges of domestic violence.
UK comedian Brand tells rape trial 'consent is fundamental'
Russell Brand pleaded not guilty to seven sexual offence charges and told the court that consent is "fundamental" to sexual relations as he gave evidence in his rape trial.
Uitslaande brand vernielt woning in Zandhoven
Aan Nederviersel in Zandhoven is woensdagavond een woning volledig uitgebrand. De bewoner kon zich tijdig uit de voeten maken. De oorzaak is voorlopig onbekend.
Prosecution Rejects Russell Brand’s Claim He Has Been Abandoned: “You Have A Platform Of Millions”
Editor’s note: This story contains details of alleged sexual offenses that some readers may find distressing. Russell Brand was told he “has a platform with followers in the millions” and has not been “taken apart by the media” during questioning by the prosecution today at Southwark Crown Court. Brand was being probed by barrister Riel […]
Russell Brand takes the stand at his rape and sexual assault trial
Russell Brand denied all the allegations against him as he took the stand in his trial on rape and sexual assault charges on Wednesday.
Van verkrachting verdachte Russell Brand vond geen getuigen voor zijn zaak
Russell Brand heeft geen getuigen gevonden om zijn zeven aanklachten tegen te spreken. De komiek kwam woensdag voor het eerst aan het woord bij zijn zedenproces en ontkende de aanklachten van drie verkrachtingen, drie gevallen van seksueel misbruik en één geval van aanranding.
Russell Brand kon niemand vinden die in zijn voordeel wilde getuigen
Russell Brand heeft geen getuigen gevonden om zijn zeven aanklachten tegen te spreken. De komiek kwam woensdag voor het eerst aan het woord bij zijn zedenproces en ontkende de aanklachten van drie verkrachtingen, drie gevallen van seksueel misbruik en één geval van aanranding.
Brand tells court he was 'wrong' to use his fame for sex
Russell Brand told jurors at his rape trial he has dedicated much of his life to "beyond reckless philandering and idiocy", and admitted he had been wrong to use his fame to get sex.
Russell Brand tells trial sexual consent is ‘non-negotiable’
Comedian accused of seven offences between 1999 and 2009
Russell Brand tells jury friends won't defend him over sex crime allegations
Russell Brand told the court he did not commit the crimes and believed sexual consent was "fundamental, essential, necessary" and "more important than sex itself".
Russell Brand depõe em julgamento por estupro e nega todas as acusações
O ator e comediante britânico Russell Brand chega ao Tribunal da Coroa de Southwark, onde se espera que a defesa comece a apresentar seus argumentos em seu julgamento por acusações de estupro e agressão sexual envolvendo seis mulheres entre 1999 e 2009, acusações que ele nega, em Londres, Grã-Bretanha, 28 de outubro de 2026. REUTERS/Toby Shepheard Nesta quar
Baruth in Brandenburg: Kind in Wildpark von Wolf attackiert und schwer verletzt
In einem Tierpark in Brandenburg soll ein Raubtier ein Mädchen angegriffen haben. Das Kind musste ins Krankenhaus gebracht werden, die Umstände sind noch unklar.
Russell Brand Takes the Stand in Rape Trial: “I Know What ‘No’ Means”
Brand, who denies all of the charges against him, said at Southwark Crown Court that he has not persuaded anyone to testify on his behalf.
Russell Brand nekter straffskyld i retten
Onsdag vitnet skuespilleren for første gang i straffesaken mot ham.
Russell Brand denies all charges as he takes the stand at his rape and sex assault trial
LONDON (AP) — Actor-comedian Russell Brand said allegations of sexual misconduct have had a “devastating” impact on his life, as he testified in court Wednesday at his trial on charges of rape and sexual assault.
Brandkatastrophe Crans-Montana – Staatsanwältinnen verzichten auf Befragung von Jessica Moretti
<img src="https://www.srf.ch/static/cms/images//320ws/1116d6.webp" hspace="5" align="left" >Die für kommenden Montag geplante Befragung des Ehepaars Moretti ist abgesagt worden, aus Rücksicht auf Ehefrau Jessica.
Russell Brand tells trial sexual consent is 'fundamental'
The entertainer gives evidence at his trial on charges including rape and assault, which he denies.
Russell Brand Takes the Stand in Rape Trial and Reveals No One Agreed to Testify on His Behalf: ‘My Entire Life Has Been Consumed by These Allegations’
Russell Brand took the stand in his criminal trial in London on Wednesday, denying all accusations against him and revealing that he was not able to convince anyone to testify on his behalf. He was called by his lawyer, Ian Winter KC, as the first witness as his defense began to lay out its case, […]
Russell Brand Forcefully Denies Charges As He Gives Evidence During Rape Trial: “Consent Is More Important Than Sex Itself”
Editor’s note: This story contains details of alleged sexual offenses that some readers may find distressing. Russell Brand has claimed that “consent is more important than sex itself” as he forcefully denied the rape charges against him during a trial in London. Taking to the witness stand at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday morning, the […]
Brandon Flowers at 3Olympia review: A master of arena rock still excited by his hits
In Dublin, Flowers exudes rock-star magnetism, his new country-rock-themed material topped off with a murderously enjoyable Killers hits set
Remplacements de fonctionnaires par l’IA : « Les Pays-Bas brandissent à leur tour la tronçonneuse popularisée par le président argentin Javier Milei »
Le secrétaire d’Etat néerlandais chargé de l’efficacité de l’administration veut réduire de quelque 15 % les effectifs de l’administration centrale à l’horizon 2035, soit 25 000 postes en moins, en les substituant à des agents d’intelligence artificielle, relève Isabelle Chaperon, chroniqueuse au service Economie du « Monde ».
Cruiseschip dat 'eeuwig' zou varen gestrand in Cambodja door hoge brandstofprijzen
Het luxe cruiseschip Villa Vie Odyssey, dat bezig was met een "eeuwigdurende reis" rond de wereld, is gestrand voor de kust van Cambodja. De Amerikaanse rederij meldt in een verklaring dat de brandstofkosten in Azië dusdanig hoog zijn dat het bedrijf de prijzen niet kan doorberekenen aan de passagiers. Volgens het bedrijf waren de maandelijkse kosten per hut
Passagiers jarenlange luxe cruisereis gestrand in Cambodja om brandstofprijzen
Een luxe cruiseschip dat een jarenlange wereldreis maakte, heeft de reis opgeschort vanwege buitengewoon hoge brandstofkosten. Passagiers zitten nu vast in Cambodja.
Stad Gent houdt organisatiedagen voor organisatoren van evenementen: workshops over vergunningen en brandveiligheid
De stad Gent houdt binnenkort organisatiedagen. Dat is een tweedaagse voor mensen die in Gent evenementen willen organiseren. Tijdens de tweedaagse kunnen ze andere organisatoren ontmoeten. Ze krijgen er ook workshops en informatie rond brandveiligheid, vergunningen, subsidies en het ontlenen van. "Zo worden de stadsdiensten wat minder bestookt met allerhand
Därför spreds radhusbranden i Arboga så fort: ”Aldrig varit med om något liknande”
Sju minuter efter larmsamtalet brann hela radhuset i Arboga. Inga människor skadades allvarligt, men lärdomarna är många, och sprids nu över hela landet. – Flera faktorer samverkade på sätt som vi inte har sett förut, säger Sanna Ohlsson, brandingenjör.
Entertainment Hits $332.5B To Become World’s Second Most Valuable Sector As Netflix, YouTube & Spotify Fly – Interbrand Report
Hollywood is struggling with layoffs and budget cuts, but entertainment just overtook the automotive industry to become the world’s second-largest business sector. That’s according to consultancy Interbrand, whose latest Best Global Brands report pegs the cumulative value of entertainment companies’ brands at $332.5B, an increase of 12.4% year-on-year. Withi
Lagos to host African Brands Congress on AI
Lagos will host the 2026 African Brands Congress to examine how artificial intelligence can reshape branding, marketing, and consumer engagement in Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-to-host-african-brands-congress-on-ai/
NSW government backflips on brand-new coffee cup law
Cafes will be allowed to serve dine-in coffee drinkers in disposable cups in changes to new plastics laws.
Jennifer Lawrence Did Not Start Her Beauty Brand Because of Hollywood Instability: ‘A Smarter Exit Plan Would Be Signing Up for a Big Franchise’
Jennifer Lawrence has officially entered the celebrity beauty game with the launch of her haircare brand Mes, but the Oscar winner’s career pivot is not a reaction to Hollywood instability. Speaking to The Cut, Lawrence said that if she worried about the money Hollywood could bring in then “a smarter exit plan would be signing […]
Man (62) aangehouden voor mogelijke link met drugslab in Kortrijk waar brand uitbrak
In Kortrijk is een man van 62 aangehouden op verdenking van de productie van verdovende middelen. Hij zou mogelijk gebruik gemaakt hebben van het pand in Kortrijk waar vorige week een grote brand uitbrak.
Kylian Mbappé apologises after being dropped by Chinese brands for Mao Zedong comment
French forward described Mao Zedong as a ‘dictator’ in reference to viral meme
Lego Appoints Its First Head of Celebrity Talent and Brand First Partnerships
The Lego Group has appointed its first head of celebrity talent and brand first partnerships. Kelsey Gray Sherman has joined the company in the Hollywood whisperer role, which is part of the Entertainment, Partnerships & Content division. The new position “reflects the company’s growing focus on expanding the Lego brand’s presence across entertainment and cu
Russell Brand told police he never had non-consensual sex
His trial hears statements he gave to police between 2023 and 2025, denying allegations against him.
Brand told police 'promiscuous' celebrity life 'reframed'
Russell Brand told police his "very promiscuous" celebrity lifestyle of kissing fans and sleeping with countless women has now been "reframed" into rape and sexual assault claims.
Russell Brand Trial: Judge Drops Indecent Assault Charge, Replaces It With Attempted Assault Count
A judge overseeing Russell Brand’s criminal trial has dismissed an indecent assault charge against the British comedian and actor, replacing it with a count of attempted indecent assault. Mr Justice Bennathan made the decision midway through the trial, telling jurors that he had concluded there was “insufficient evidence” to support the indecent assault char
Russell Brand Trial: Judge Reduces One Charge to Attempted Indecent Assault as Star Says “I Led a Very Promiscuous Life”
"I had sexual encounters in countless locations and scenarios, often with people I had just met," said Brand, who denies the rape and sexual assault charges, in a police statement.
Russell Brand Indecent Assault Charge Reduced By Judge; Trial Continues
Editor’s note: This story contains details of alleged sexual offenses that some readers may find distressing. An indecent assault charge against Russell Brand has been reduced as the prosecution wraps its case Tuesday at London’s Southwark Crown Court. The judge told jurors there was “insufficient evidence” for the charge and it has instead been reduced […]
Jonas äger brandhärjade garaget: ”Fullständig panik”
<p>Han sprang ut och möttes av panikslagna ungdomar och rök från garaget.</p>
Hoe natuurbrand op de Hoge Venen ervoor zorgt dat Voerenaren tijdelijk meer chloor in hun water hebben
Nog tot het einde van de week zit er extra chloor in het drinkwater in Voeren, omdat er in de nasleep van de brand in de Hoge Venen te veel ammonium in het water is aangetroffen. De Watergroep benadrukt wel dat het drinken van water nog steeds veilig is. Om die ammoniumniveaus te doen dalen, is er nu extra chloor toegevoegd aan het water.
Mao, memes and Mbappé: Chinese brands drop soccer star in fury over ‘dictator’ joke
He’s one of the world’s most popular athletes, but Kylian Mbappé is suddenly paying the penalty for being on the wrong side of China’s fervent nationalism.
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