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Hackers steal data from DfE and police among others

Post author:Grace
Post published:30 July 2026
Post last modified:30 July 2026

Hackers have stolen huge amounts of personal data from the Department for Education (DfE) and the Police National Legal Database (PNLD), exposing sensitive details online. The attack reportedly targeted 14 other institutions, with a UK university being among them. Both the DfE and PNLD have reported the breach to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). The cybercriminal group claiming responsibility calls itself the ExfilSquad. The group, virtually unheard of before the attack, posted sections of the stolen data, including the names and addresses of parents and staff, on a leak website as proof. According to screenshots seen by the Guardian, they’re demanding…

Yamal among four stars chasing World Cup Young Player award

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:19 July 2026
Post last modified:19 July 2026

The race for the 2026 World Cup Best Young Player award is heating up, with four rising stars emerging as the leading contenders after standout performances throughout the tournament. Spain’s Lamine Yamal is among the favourites after playing a key role in his country’s run to the final, further strengthening his reputation as one of world football’s brightest young talents. His teammate Pau Cubarsí has also entered the conversation, becoming a reliable presence in Spain’s defence during their title challenge. Lamine Yamal’s impact on the 2026 World Cup beyond the statistics The Spanish duo are not the only contenders, however. France’s…

Communist Party USA says reds are among best Americans

Post author:The Canary
Post published:8 July 2026
Post last modified:8 July 2026

Communist Party USA’s co-chair, Joe Sims has responded to recent comments from Donald Trump: Donald Trump’s back-to-back holiday weekend speeches at Mount Rushmore and the National Mall, where he said the Communist Party was composed of ‘illegal immigrants, criminals, and people who don’t want to work’, are taking on an increasingly fascist trajectory. That’s the standard authoritarian playbook. They always come for the communists and socialists first. Sims added: If Trump got this ‘intelligence’ from the FBI, Kash Patel needs to be fired immediately. What a bunch of garbage. He’s trying to criminalise us. We’re among the best Americans. The Communist…

Forbes ranks Ronaldo, Messi, and Benzema among sports top earners in 2026

Post author:Alaa Shamali
Post published:27 May 2026
Post last modified:8 June 2026

The world’s top-earning sportsmen are making billions, according to Forbes’ annual list of the world’s highest-paid athletes. Their earnings reflect ballooning sponsorship deals, investments, and commercial rights. Mega contracts, lucrative brand deals, and sponsors Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo topped the list with a total income of $300 million, driven by a mega contract with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr and lucrative endorsement deals. Lionel Messi came in fifth globally with $140 million, maintaining his position among sport’s highest-paid athletes. He also retains a strong commercial profile off the pitch. The report confirmed that the total income of the top ten athletes…