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Hacker Who Spread Malware to 80,000 Freelance Workers Finally Nabbed
A hacker who sent malicious Excel attachments a decade ago, circulating malware to 80,000 freelance workers, has finally been caught, according to federal investigators. A grand jury had indicted a 40-year-old Russian national for a malware…
Laura Crossley to lead Norwich Theatre's fair freelance charter
Appointments Sep 3, 202609:05 by Hattie Fisk Laura Crossley. Photo: Rachel Burt Norwich Theatre has appointed Laura Crossley to lead on the creation of a new fair freelance charter and rethink how theatres work with freelancers Join over 100,000…
Man arrested in Dubai over fake freelance visa scheme
A man previously known in the arts and entertainment scene in his home country has been arrested in Dubai for allegedly promoting fraudulent freelance visas in exchange for money, authorities said on Thursday. The arrest was carried out by the…
The Premier League's absurd transfer market is killing a vital piece of fandom
If you're a fan of a Premier League team, looking at your newly assembled squad this weekend and wondering who some of them are and how they might fit together, you're not alone. Tottenham and Crystal Palace brought in 10 new players. Chelsea…
My book was a failure. I won't ever make a penny from it beyond the advance, but it did lead to career opportunities.
When I sold a book in a six-figure deal back in 2023, I thought my whole life would change. For starters, that amount of money — for a book I had been working on for free for the past 20-plus years — felt like a windfall. Given the…
'I show how energetic it can be': the photographer capturing Britain's golden age of jazz
When I speak to Temi Adegbayibi on the phone, the 26-year-old photographer is on the move. He is travelling across London, then running up the stairs to his desk, fitting our conversation into the interstitial spaces of a life split between…
AI Slop Cleanup Job Listings Up 87%, Report Says
Job listings for correcting AI-generated work increased by 87% on Freelancer.com from August 2025 to June 2026, totaling 10,760 posts globally, according to internal platform data the Guardian reported today. Upwork data shared with the outlet…
7 autumnal reversible bedding sets from Next, that are cosy and colourful from just £22
Shop: autumnal reversible bedding sets We hate to say it, but summer is over! While we're sad to pack our flip-flops away and instead unfurl fur coats from the back of our closet, there's still plenty to look forward to as we head into autumn. Not…
'Creepy' British thriller with Anne-Marie Duff is the 'terrific' movie to watch tonight
A British thriller described as 'terrific' and 'well made' is streaming now on Prime Video via Studiocanal Presents. Before I Go to Sleep stars Nicole Kidman as Christine Lucas, a woman who wakes up every morning with no memories of past events in…
Rochdale rakes in millions after 'successful' year as Town of Culture
Rochdale's year as Greater Manchester's Town of Culture raked in more than £5.5m for the local economy, according to council data. A report looking into the value for money of the Town of Culture status found that the Rochdale borough…
Samsung Frame TV Is Worth It? See This Labor Day Deal Before You Decide
If you're in the market for a new television—more specifically, one that doubles as vibrant wall art—you're in luck. The Samsung Frame TV, which helps transform your home into an art gallery between movie nights, is on sale for Labor…
VYM: Dividends And Diversification Doing Good Work In 2026 (NYSEARCA:VYM)
Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund has outperformed SPY YTD, delivering a 16% total return with lower volatility. I reiterate a buy rating on VYM, citing compelling valuation at 16.1x P/E, strong technicals, and a diversified, high-quality…
No Consideration Is Currently Being Given' - Square Enix Responds to Rumors of Going Private
Final Fantasy developer Square Enix has spoken out to address rumors that it's going private. Japanese business magazine Sentaku recently reported that Square Enix was looking into going private, leading to a nearly 12% increase in the company's…
Richarlison transfer news: Tottenham striker agrees terms with Trabzonspor - Paper Talk
Latest transfer news and headlines include: Everton are not ready to take the emergency step of exploring the free-agent market; Folarin Balogun could be forced to consider a move to Turkey or Saudi Arabia; Burnley hijacked Blackburn Rovers' move…
GSM Eyes US, Europe Expansion Ahead of 2028 Hong Kong IPO
Vietnamese electric taxi operator Green and Smart Mobility (GSM) plans to expand into the United States and Europe as it prepares for a targeted Hong Kong initial public offering in 2028. GSM, a partner of Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast…
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