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BBC Breakfast host halts live broadcast to share 'sad' breaking news with fans – Daily Star


BBC Breakfast was abruptly interrupted as presenters Ben Thompson and Sarah Campbell shared some “sad” news.

Filling in for regulars Jon Kay and Sally Nugent on on Monday (August 5), the presenters shared the announcement of England cricket legend Graham Thorpe’s death aged of 55.

The show paused its usual programming to break the shocking news to viewers, with Ben addressing the audience: “Just some more news to bring to you this morning away from the Olympics and some sad news as-well.”

He continued with a sombre tone” “News of the death of the former cricketer Graham Thorpe at the age of just 55. His family revealed he had been diagnosed with a serious illness back in March of 2022.”

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John Watson shared “sad” news with BBC Breakfast viewers

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Google Domains officially halts domain selling as Squarespace deal completes

Google has officially pulled the order books from its web domain business as it stops selling domains to new customers.

A notice on Google Domains website now reads: “Google no longer offers new domain registrations, but try Squarespace.”


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Airbnb Halts Bookings in NYC as New Short-Term Rental Regulations Take Effect

In a new development, Airbnb has suspended bookings for certain rentals in New York City due to the implementation of stringent short-term rental regulations. These rules aim to curb the practice of landlords and residents renting out their apartments for short stays, which has triggered housing demand spikes and fuelled controversy in the city.

 

New Regulations Target Short-Term Rentals

 

Under the newly enacted regulations, rentals for durations shorter than 30 days are now only permitted if hosts register with the city. Furthermore, hosts are required to be physically present in their homes during the rental period, sharing living spaces with their guests. Additionally, the rules limit the number of guests to two, effectively barring families from renting these…


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