Barclays customers are experiencing intermittent errors with payments and transfers for a second day after serious IT problems that also affected the bank’s app and online banking. Customers have told the BBC they are unable to make essential transactions, ranging from buying baby milk to completing a house move. Barclays said on Saturday that cards and cash machines could be used as normal – though some customers have said this is not the case. A Barclays spokesperson said the bank is “working hard to fix the issue” and that it will “ensure that no impacted customer is left out of…
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The Trump administration has scrubbed references to “gender ideology” and data on vaccines from many federal websites, including top public health agencies. The move follows a Wednesday memo instructing agencies to end all “programs that use taxpayer money to promote gender ideology” and disable related information from websites by 17:00 EST (22:00 GMT) on Friday. Trump issued executive orders that banned diversity, equity and inclusion in the government, as well as one that recognised two sexes, male and female. Asked by reporters on Friday if websites would be shut down to remove diversity-related content, he said: “If they want to…
[01/02, 22:28] Cyrus Ombati Star: Trump says he ordered air strikes on Islamic State group in Somalia President Donald Trump sad he ordered military air strikes on a senior attack planner and others from the Islamic State (IS) group in Somalia. “These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies,” Trump posted on social media. “The strikes destroyed the caves they live in, and killed many terrorists without, in any way, harming civilians.” The BBC could not immediately independently verify the reports. Trump did not name any of the people targeted in strikes. The…
US President Donald Trump will impose tariffs on Saturday of 25% on Mexico, 25% on Canada and 10% on China, says the White House. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the duties were in response to “the illegal fentanyl that they have sourced and allowed to distribute into our country, which has killed 10s of millions of Americans”. It is not yet clear whether the import taxes would include any exemptions on products such as oil. Trump said on Thursday the move also aimed to address the large amounts of undocumented migrants that have come across US borders as…
The Rwanda-backed armed group M23 vowed Thursday to “continue the march of liberation” to the DR Congo capital Kinshasa, as its fighters made further advances in the mineral-rich east of the country. The group’s capture of most of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, is a dramatic escalation in a region that has seen decades of conflict involving multiple armed groups. Rwanda says its primary interest is to eradicate fighters linked to the 1994 genocide but is accused of seeking to profit from the region’s reserves of minerals used in global electronics. We will continue the march of liberation…
Barclays bank experienced serious IT problems which are affecting its app and online banking, as well as payments in and out of accounts. Customers have told the BBC it is preventing them making essential transactions, ranging from buying baby milk to completing a house move. Barclays says cards and cash machines can be used as normal – though some customers have said this is not the case. The outage is occurring on what is pay day for many people in the UK, and the deadline for self-assessment tax returns. Barclays has not explained the cause of the IT problems, or…
Uganda confirmed an outbreak of the Ebola virus in the capital Kampala with the first confirmed patient dying from it on Wednesday, the health ministry said on Thursday. It is the East African country’s ninth outbreak since it recorded its first infection of the viral disease in 2000. The patient, a male nurse at the Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala, had initially sought treatment at various facilities, including Mulago, as well as with a traditional healer, after developing fever-like symptoms. “The patient experienced multi-organ failure and succumbed to the illness at Mulago National Referral Hospital on Jan. 29. Post-mortem…
Holly bushes are evergreen or deciduous plants with attractive leaves and vibrant red berries. Holly bushes are also popular for their durability and adaptability, making them a common sight in outdoor spaces worldwide. To maintain their health, vibrant leaves, and consistent growth, they need fertilizer, which can provide essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Holly Tone is an all-natural, organic fertilizer for plants that prefer acidity, such as holly bushes. It is a reliable product for gardeners who value efficient and sustainable care for holly bushes. Its unique composition maintains soil acidity while supplying essential nutrients, perfect for promoting…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s comments on the new Donald Trump directives, which have seen the new US President issue halt aid to foreign countries have attracted international attention. American billionaire Elon Musk, who also heads Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is the latest powerful figure to react to Uhuru’s statement. Taking to X, Elon reacted to the Uhuru remarks by simply remarking: “Good for him!” Musk was reacting to a tweet made by popular X account ‘Libs of Tiktok’, as the independent news channel reposted the Kenyatta video, complete with the viral quote from the speech. Trump signed an…
Ex-IBM East Africa general manager and Capital Markets Authority (CMA) Chairman Nicholas Alexander Nesbit was arraigned with conspiracy to commit fraud. Nesbit, a former Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) is accused of colluding with Boytorum Mehmet Bulent whom they co-own a company to defraud edible oil manufacturer Bidco Africa’s founder and Chief Executive Officer Vimal Shah of Sh102 million as they pretended to be in a position to change dollars. A charge sheet said the crime happened in 2023. “On May 24, 2023, within Nairobi County, conspired to defraud Vimal Bhimji Shah of Sh102,437,500 by falsely pretending that you were…
Learn about Service Credibility from Path Social Reviews Trust means everything, doesn’t it? What do you usually do when buying clothes in a new online store? Traditionally, you check reviews on other websites. Only reviews from real people give you the full picture. They will tell you whether the service is good, how fast it works, and how much it has helped. And if you are uncomfortable with reviews on one site, do not hesitate! You can always check other resources, ensuring you’re making the right call. So, let’s examine Path Social reviews to determine its credibility. Can it take…
As companies embrace digital transformation, seamless and integrated cloud solutions have become essential. Oracle Cloud Integration provides businesses with a comprehensive solution for connecting various apps, automating procedures, and merging data. With the help of Oracle Cloud Integration’s strong tools and capabilities, companies may increase productivity and quickly access valuable data. Oracle Cloud Integration is being used by businesses to simplify and streamline a number of areas, such as customer relationship management, finance, and human resources. Understanding Oracle Cloud Integration Oracle Cloud Integration is a collection of products and services made to link different cloud-based and on-premises apps. Data can…
Pop star Rihanna was in a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday as her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, continued his trial on assault charges. The singer, who shares two children with the rapper, sat in the court with A$AP Rocky’s family as the trial delved into allegations that he pulled a gun out on his former friend and opened fire multiple times. The trial started on Friday and will determine whether the rapper will face penalties on two charges of felony assault. He could face decades in prison. A$AP Rocky has pleaded not guilty to the charges and his lawyers have…
Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull has died at the age of 78, her spokesperson has said. Born in Hampstead in December 1946, she was known for hits like As Tears Go By, which reached the UK top 10 in 1964, and for starring roles in films including 1968’s The Girl On A Motorcycle. She was also famously the girlfriend of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger in the 1960s, inspiring songs such as Wild Horses and You Can’t Always Get What You Want. After a period of heroin addiction in the 70s, she resurrected her career with the classic album Broken…
Eight more hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have been released amid chaotic scenes as part of the ceasefire deal with Israel. Three Israelis and five Thai nationals were handed over to the Red Cross by Hamas before being transferred to Israeli forces and taken to Israel. A total of 110 Palestinians were later released from Israeli prisons, including 32 with life sentences and 30 minors. Israel delayed their release in response to the way the hostages were treated as they were handed over. Thursday’s releases mean 15 hostages have been freed since the ceasefire came into effect on 19…