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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
BBC Shetland's Douglas Henshall lands new role after quitting show as Jimmy Perez
Shetland star Douglas Henshall will be starring in a new Paramount Plus series after leaving his role as Jimmy Perez Shetland star Douglas Henshall has secured a new role after leaving the BBC crime drama where he played Jimmy Perez. The Scottish actor, 59, who is a Bafta winner, is set to feature in Paramount Plus's upcoming gripping thriller show, The Revenge Club. The six-part series is based on the forthcoming novel The Othello Club by JD Pennington. According to the official synopsis, "The show follows six strangers brought together by a divorce support group, each reeling from betrayal and heartbreak, who quickly transform from therapy-seeking victims into architects of exquisite retribution." It continues: "With little in common beyond their pain, they form an unlikely bond, and a pact that will change their lives forever. What begins as a cathartic outlet quickly spirals into something far more dangerous. "And as the group's acts of revenge escalate from mischievous pranks to deadly "accidents," the line between justice and murder begins to blur. Rights were acquired from Rosie Gurtovoy at PFD." Line of Duty star Martin Compston and Slow Horses' Aimée-Ffion Edwards are set to take on lead roles as Callum and Emily, reports the Express. In addition to Douglas, who will portray Steve, it's also been announced that the divorce group of characters includes Meera Syal (Mrs Sidhu Investigates) as Rita, Sharon Rooney (Barbie) as Rachel, Chaneil Kular (Sex Education) as Tej and Amit Shah (Happy Valley) as Malcolm. Set to take on the roles of the detectives delving into the murders are Aoife Kennan (Vera) and Rob Malone (The Witcher), portraying Rosa and Leon, respectively. Meanwhile, Niamh Walsh (Jamestown), Wil Coban (The Boys in the Boat), Christina Bennington (Halo), and Eoin Duffy (The Dry) are also confirmed to join the cast of the series. The series is the brainchild of Gabbie Asher, celebrated for her writing on The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Call the Midwife, Waterloo Road, and The English Game, and she will also serve as an executive producer alongside author Pennington. Scripting duties fall to Matt Jones (The Split) and Adam Usden (Lupin). Sebastian Cardwell, Paramount's Deputy Chief Content Officer UK, expressed his excitement about the new series: "The Revenge Club is a sharp, stylish and darkly funny thriller, brought to life by a brilliant cast and an exceptional creative team. "We're thrilled to be part of this gripping project and to champion it as a standout addition to our expanding slate of bold, original UK content." The Revenge Club will be coming to Paramount Plus in the UK and Ireland.
ITV News
12-06-2025
- Sport
- ITV News
Ricky Hatton backs calls for kickboxing to be made safer after 15 year old dies in unofficial match
Former professional boxer Ricky Hatton has backed calls for kickboxing to be made safer after the death of a 15-year-old at an unofficial match last year. Alex Eastwood, from Liverpool, was a world champion with five gold medals and had fought in hundreds of matches during his career, including the World Kickboxing Championship in Orlando in 2023. He was due to travel to Portugal to represent Great Britain. But in June last year the sport he loved cost him his life. Alex had fought three individual rounds of a bout at a kickboxing gym in Platt Bridge, Wigan on June 29, 2024 before becoming seriously unwell. His father Stephen Eastwood was watching and knew straight away that something was wrong. "It was just a chaotic scenario": Alex's dad Stephen Eastwood recounts running into the ring to help his son He was taken to Royal Albert Edward infirmary in Wigan and then transferred to the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital (RMCH) after he was found to have a bleed on the brain. Alex underwent surgery but died in hospital on July 2, 2024. Today an inquest into his death found that Alex died through misadventure. Coroner Michael Pemberton also said neither Alex, nor his parents appreciated the dangers of the 'chaotic and somewhat disjointed' approach to children involved in combat sports. The coroner cited the lack of minimum standards around combat sports and said the planning and lack of risk assessment before the fatal bout was 'sub optimal'. The fight was unofficial or unsanctioned which means organisers weren't obliged to meet stringent safety measures met by Kickboxing GB - the sport's main governing body Alex's family, who live in Fazakerley in Liverpool, say more needs to be done to improve safety for children taking part in contact sports like kickboxing, and that both official and unofficial matches should be obliged to meet a minimum standard. Mr Eastwood met with Ricky Hatton at the two-weight champion's gym in Hyde. Hatton kickboxed as a child before realising boxing was his true talent and believes that in any fighting sport involving children the safety of fighters must be paramount. What safety guidelines are currently in place for contact sports involving children? Ahead of the inquest HM assistant coroner Michale Pemberton raised concerns over a lack of regulatory framework or guidance in terms of any child contact sports. He took the unusual step of sending a Prevention of Future Death (PFD) to Lisa Nandy, the Secretary of State for Digital Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). Contact sports such as boxing, kickboxing and MMA aren't legally required to meet a minimum standard when it comes to official or unofficial matches where physical force may be used between or against a child participant. Official matches will be governed by individual sport associations such as Kickboxing GB or England Boxing. However, if a match is unofficial or unsanctioned, there is no guideline of what minimum standard must be met to provide safeguarding for a child participant. That means arrangements for each and every contact sport contest involving a child is left to the judgement of an organiser which includes: Ian Hollett from Hurricane Combat and Fitness, Alex's kickboxing club responded to the inquest's findings. He said: 'We are utterly devastated by the loss of Alex who truly was a wonderful, kind and exceptionally talented boy. "He was a beautiful and loving soul who was the epitome of excellence, humility and generosity. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and we are deeply sorry for their loss. "We thank the coroner for his thorough investigation and fully welcome any recommendations made that will help prevent another tragedy like this happening again.' David Pearson a solicitor at Broudie Jackson Canter, who is representing the club said: 'This unimaginable tragedy has brought into sharp focus the need for further regulation in all combat sports involving children across the country. "We would welcome any future recommendations made.' What do Kickboxing GB say? A spokesperson for Kickboxing GB said: 'Following the Inquest this week into the tragic death of Alex Eastwood, the thoughts and sympathies of Kickboxing GB are with Alex's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. "The Inquest has heard just how talented a kickboxer Alex was, and how much of a loss his family and friends have suffered. "Whilst the event which Alex attended was not a Kickboxing GB sanctioned event, we have provided assistance to the Coroner throughout this Inquest and we welcome his findings. "Kickboxing GB remains committed to ensuring that participation in the sport is as safe as possible and will consider the findings of the Coroner carefully and review policies and procedures accordingly." What does the government say? The government says it's not their job to directly regulate sport. Responding to the Prevention of Future deaths report Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said: "I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Alexander's family and friends. "The safety of those participating in sport has to be paramount. "Whilst the government does not, and should not, directly regulate sport it is clear lessons must be learned. "My Department is exploring ways to improve the safety and welfare of children in martial arts and I have asked Sport England to work with the Martial Arts Safeguarding Group and other relevant combat sport stakeholders on this vital issue." What do Sport England say? Sport England are the arms-length body of government responsible for growing and developing grassroots sport. They aren't regulators themselves but do work with many national governing bodies to ensure high safeguarding standards are embedded across the sector. In a statement they told ITV News: 'We extend our deepest sympathies to Alexander's loved ones. "This tragic loss is a reminder to anyone taking part in or organising events that safety in sport must be the number-one priority. "Sport England is not a regulator of sport, but we work with many national governing bodies to ensure high safeguarding standards are embedded across the sector. "Sadly, unregulated activities which are not sanctioned by a governing body can be dangerous, and lessons must be learned. "As part of the Martial Arts Safeguarding Group, which was formed in 2018, we work with combat governing bodies and the NSPCC's Child Protection in Sport Unit. "As part of this, the group is looking to develop and build on existing educational resources to empower parents and carers with the questions to ask when their child is taking part in any event or competition.'
Business Insider
09-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Premier Foods (PFD) Receives a Buy from Berenberg Bank
Berenberg Bank analyst Matthew Abraham maintained a Buy rating on Premier Foods (PFD – Research Report) on June 6 and set a price target of p270.00. The company's shares closed last Friday at p207.00. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter According to TipRanks, Abraham is ranked #2038 out of 9593 analysts. The word on The Street in general, suggests a Strong Buy analyst consensus rating for Premier Foods with a p232.50 average price target. PFD market cap is currently £1.78B and has a P/E ratio of 14.50. Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 22 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is negative on the stock. This means that over the past quarter there has been an increase of insiders selling their shares of PFD in relation to earlier this year.
Indianapolis Star
05-06-2025
- General
- Indianapolis Star
At least 40 city buses catch fire at Philadelphia SEPTA facility
More than 150 firefighters in Eastern Pennsylvania battled a massive blaze at a major Philadelphia transportation depot yard after dozens of buses went up at flames at the yard Thursday morning, June 5. The fire broke out sometime around 6 a.m. ET at Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority's (SEPTA) facility in the 2400 block of Roberts Avenue near Pulaski Avenue, the Philadelphia Fire Department reported. The facility is in the city's Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood about seven miles north of downtown. Shortly before 6:30 a.m. ET, firefighters responded to the facility for a report of multiple buses on fire, the fire department reported. At the scene, SEPTA worked to pull out unaffected buses to facilitate better access for firefighters, PFD said. About 6:30 a.m. ET, the fire was listed as a two-alarm blaze, fire officials posted on X. As the fire continued to rage and smoke billowed into the air, officials reported, a third-alarm was raised by firefighter at 7:25 a.m. ET. The cause and origin of the fire are under investigation by the Fire Marshal's Office. As of just before 8:10 a.m. ET, firefighter reported the blaze was under control. It was not immediately known whether any injuries were reported. According to the fire department the Philadelphia Department of Public Health dispatched inspectors to the area to collect air samples to assess air quality and the potential for any threat. "It appears up to 40 buses may have been damaged," PFD wrote in a news update. When reached by USA TODAY, SEPTA did not release additional details about the fire, but said a news conference about the fire was set for 1 p.m. ET. SEPTA is a public transportation authority servicing five counties in and around Philadelphia. It was created by the state's legislature in 1963 and is one of two transit authorities in the United States that operates all five major types of terrestrial transit vehicles: regional rail, buses, trolleys, subways and a high-speed line. According to its website, the authority connects to transit systems in New Jersey and Delaware. This story has been updated to include new information.
Newsweek
30-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Some Americans to Receive $1,702 Direct Payment in June: Are You Eligible?
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Thousands of Alaska residents will soon receive a $1,702 direct payment from the state as part of the annual Permanent Fund Dividend program, a uniquely Alaskan initiative that redistributes a share of the state's oil wealth directly to its citizens. Why It Matters The Permanent Fund Dividend is an annual payment made to qualifying Alaska residents, drawn from the state's Permanent Fund, which was established in 1976 to invest a portion of the state's oil revenue. The fund invests in a diverse portfolio of assets, including stocks, bonds, real estate, and other investments to generate returns for residents and preserve the state's vast oil wealth. The fund has grown to over $81 billion and distributes a portion of its earnings, usually giving out in excess of $1,000 to eligible residents of the Last Frontier State. Payments vary from year to year, with the highest ever payment being $3,284. Some 600,000 Alaskans are expected to benefit this year. Stock image/file photo: Person holding several $100 bills. Stock image/file photo: Person holding several $100 bills. GETTY What to Know According to the Alaska Department of Revenue, the next wave of payments will be issued on June 18, benefiting eligible individuals who applied by the deadline and whose applications have been approved for the 2024 Permanent Fund Dividend. For the 2024 dividend, the payment amount is $1,403.83 with an additional $298.17 Energy Relief Payment, bringing the total to $1,702. It is roughly $400 more than last year's, which was $1,312. The largest payout occurred in 2022, when each eligible Alaskan received $3,284. This amount included a record-high base dividend of $2,622, along with a one-time energy relief payment of $662. Eligibility Criteria To qualify, individuals must: Be Alaska residents for the entire calendar year prior to the payment year. Intend to remain in Alaska indefinitely. Not be convicted or incarcerated for any felony or misdemeanor crimes in the state. Have filed an application by the annual March 31 deadline. According to the official PFD site, individuals with an "Eligible-Not Paid" status as of May 8 will receive their payments on June 18, assuming no issues arise with their applications. The income is also considered taxable by the state and the federal government. What People Are Saying Department of Revenue Commissioner Adam Crum said in a statement: "This is the 43rd year Alaskans have received their share of the state's natural resources and investment earnings. The 2024 PFD will create an economic opportunity across all of our local communities." What Happens Next The Alaska Legislature continues to debate the future structure of the PFD, especially as oil revenue becomes more volatile and investment returns fluctuate. Discussions have included capping the dividend, changing the formula, or implementing new taxes to offset budget shortfalls.
