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Published 15 July 2020 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing The Chinese government has said it is "strongly opposed" to the UK's "groundless" ban of Huawei's 5G kit. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying added Beijing would "take measures to safeguard" the "legitimate interests" of Chinese companies. The US, however, has welcomed the move and announced new restrictions against the firm. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the US would curb travel access for some of Huawei's workers . "The State Department will impose visa restrictions on certain employees of Chinese technology companies like Huawei that provide material support to regimes engaging in human rights violations and abuses globally," he told a news conference. Mr Pompeo also passed comment on the fact the UK had given mobile networks until 2027 to remove Huawei's 5G equipment, saying: "Faster is always …

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Published 1 hour ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Consumers should throw away their Chinese phones and avoid buying new ones, Lithuania’s Defence Ministry has warned. A report by its National Cyber Security Centre tested 5G mobiles from Chinese manufacturers. Researchers identified that one Xiaomi phone had built-in censorship tools while another Huawei model could be vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Huawei said no user data is sent externally. "Our recommendation is to not buy new Chinese phones, and to get rid of those already purchased as fast as reasonably possible," said Defence Deputy Minister Margiris Abukevicius. Censorship Xiaomi’s flagship Mi 10T 5G phone was found to have software that could detect and censor terms including “Free Tibet”, "Long live Taiwan independence" or "democracy movement", the report said. It highlighted more than 449 terms …

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By Jane Corbin Published 22 November 2018 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Related Topics Russian spy poisoning The police officer who was poisoned in the attack on Sergei and Yulia Skripal has told how his family lost their home and all their possessions after he was contaminated with Novichok. In his first interview since it happened, Det Sgt Nick Bailey told the BBC's Panorama : "Everything the kids owned, we lost all that, the cars, we lost everything." Det Sgt Bailey came into contact with the nerve agent after being sent to the Skripals' home, where it had been sprayed on the door handle. After finishing work on that fateful day, he unwittingly contaminated his home. He and his family have so far been unable to return. A perfume bottle containing Novichok was later found in a bin, leading to the death of a woman who had sprayed the substance onto …

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Let's be honest, the advice to "invest in what you know" is hard to heed when you're trying to build a diverse portfolio. So even if you're someone who can't define blockchain to save your life, you still may be wondering if you should have at least a little exposure to crypto in your portfolio. After all, institutional investors and big banks have started taking it seriously. And it's hard to miss news of the meteoric rise in prices for bitcoin and other digital currencies over the past several years. Had you bought bitcoin in early April 2017, for example, you could have seen a 3,700% return in just four years. But there also have been plenty of price plunges along the way. If you'd bought in mid-April of this year, you would have lost more than half your investment in just four months. Read More So if you're tempted to invest, here's what to consider before taking the leap. It is a highly speculative investment Generally …

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New York (CNN Business) Amazon has announced that it will raise wages for more than 500,000 workers — but it's not planning to increase its $15 per hour minimum wage. In light of a current effort to hire for tens of thousands of jobs across its customer, fulfillment, delivery, package sortation and fulfillment, Amazon ( AMZN ) moved up its annual fall pay review for those teams and plans to roll out pay increases starting in mid-May, Amazon executive Darcie Henry said in a blog post Wednesday. It will increase hourly pay by between $0.50 and $3, a total investment of more than $1 billion. "This is on top of our already industry-leading starting wage of at least $15 an hour and the more than $2.5 billion that we invested last year in additional bonuses and incentives for front-line teams," Henry, Amazon's vice president of people experience and technology, worldwide consumer, said. The move follows several weeks of scrutiny of Amazon's labor …

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There are a number of risks associated with illicit streams of Premier League matches (Image: GETTY • EXPRESS NEWSPAPERS) This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Sign up for FREE for the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Manchester United and Newcastle United will clash at 3pm today. The game promises to be one of the biggest games of the EPL season so far, thanks to the return of one man. Yes, football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is back at Manchester United and will make his second debut for the club he left in 2009. Ronaldo was allowed to leave the Portugal camp a little early, allowing him to take part in training with …

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Aldi promote their Click and Collect service Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Discount supermarket Aldi has announced that it is trialling a new checkout-free technology which will allow customers to exit the store without paying at a till. It will help reduce time spent in the store but customers are divided. Related articles Sainsbury's launches huge money-saving loyalty card scheme TODAY ‘Never going back to Dyson!’ - Save £150 on Shark Vacuums on Amazon READ MORE Aldi apologises for 'shipping disruption' The new technology will allow customers to scan a smartphone app to enter the store and pick up their …

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France slammed over Australia submarine row by Chris Smith Sign up to receive our rundown of the day's top stories direct to your inbox SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The UK, USA and Australia agreed a new military submarine partnership over the weekend, upending its multibillion-dollar deal with France. Australia will now pursue nuclear-powered submarines over conventional diesel-electric subs. The abrupt decision to scrap the France deal stoked geopolitical tensions with France and other EU countries. Related articles Ursula Von der Leyen orders stop to 'business as usual' with US' La Palma volcano LIVE: Toxic gas fears spark huge evacuations Submarines can be either diesel-electric or …

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CAMPING saw a surge in popularity this summer, as Brits swapped their summer abroad for a staycation in nature. Seasoned campers have had plenty of advice for newbies, but among the most bizarre has to be the suggestion for a DIY toilet using cat litter. According to the Express , a Facebook user called Lou Be asked experienced campers to share the things that make the experience more comfortable. A man called John Kelly replied: "Folding toilet, looks like folding chair, but you put a bin liner in it and cat litter... works a treat. "I've got two young daughters who always seem to get up in the night for a wee. So we put this in the spare bedroom of the tent.” John isn't alone though. A post on Mumsnet revealed that other families use the same trick, with some eco-friendly mums using wood shaving-type cat litter and then taking their business home to dump on the compost heap. There are plenty of helpful guides on the internet, showing people how to make their …

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WITH the the best thermal gloves for children, your kids will be happy to make the most of the local park well into the autumn and beyond. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best pairs to buy now and wear all winter long. Thermal gloves are an essential accessory during the colder, winter months as they provide another layer of thick fabric to help keep your child warm. It’s especially important to protect your child's feet and hands in the snow and wet weather to prevent frostbite, which can be very painful. Thermal gloves made from wool or fleece will keep little fingers from freezing and you can even buy waterproof gloves if your kids like to get hands-on in the great outdoors. A high-quality pair of gloves will see your child through at least one winter and give you the peace of mind that they are warm enough to still play outdoors. We've selected the best thermal gloves for kids that are certain to keep their hands warm and shielded from the elements. This article and …

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