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David Walliams is in Maldives after publisher dropped him
David Walliams is enjoying the sun on a luxury Maldives holiday with his son after his publisher dropped him over claims he had harassed female members of staff. Walliams, 54, was first accused of inappropriate behaviour towards HarperCollins…
David Walliams crumbling life and lonely Xmas after being dropped by publisher
He was once the king of comedy, but now, in his biggest fall from grace so far, British author and comedian David Walliams has been let go by his publisher Harper Collins after many lucrative years. While it may have seemed like his career has been…
Diamond Bankruptcy Court Orders Money in Escrow Released to Publishers
Diamond Bankruptcy Court orders proceeds from sales of inventory by Sparkle Pop, which were held in escrow during mediation, should be released to the publishers. As the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Maryland converts Diamond…
Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, December 20, 2025: Why published rates vary so much
Mortgage rates are clinging just above 6%. According to Zillow, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.03%, and the 15-year fixed rate is 5.42%. Why are Zillow's rates usually lower than those reported by Freddie Mac and elsewhere? Each…
AdHoc triumphs after publisher rejection: How Dispatch spurred huge success
In the volatile world of video game development, not all setbacks spell disaster. Take the case of AdHoc Studio, a fledgling game developer that faced significant challenges early on but pivoted towards resounding success. Their journey sheds light…
Calvert Teen Publishes Book To Help Neurodivergent Girls Feel Seen And Supported
CALVERT COUNTY, Md. — Growing up brings changes that can feel overwhelming — especially when few stories reflect what that experience is like for neurodivergent girls. For Saleen Brown, a Calvert County teenager who is autistic…
David Walliams' Publishing Deal Collapses at Sales Peak After Harassment Claims Arise
David Walliams, one of Britain's best-selling children's authors, has been dropped by his long-time publisher, HarperCollins, following an internal investigation into claims of inappropriate behaviour. The Telegraph reports that Walliams has been…
David Walliams Denies 'Inappropriate Behaviour' Allegations After Publisher Drops Him
Little Britain star and best-selling children's book author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour after being dropped by his publisher HarperCollins UK. A spokesperson for HarperCollins confirmed the…
Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behaviour after publisher drops him
British children's author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behaviour after publisher HarperCollins dropped him. Walliams, 54, is one of the UK's bestselling children's book authors and a former judge on the TV…
AMD publishes first Zen 6 document detailing ground-up redesign on 2nm process node - brand-new 8-wide CPU core with strong vector capabilities
AMD this week released a document titled 'Performance Monitor Counters for AMD Family 1Ah Model 50h-57h Processors' (discovered by InstLatX64) that reveals numerous architectural details of AMD's Zen 6-based CPUs, including the EPYC 'Venice'…
'Last year we were the 'Manor Lords publisher', this year I think we're something more': Heroes of Might and Magic company sold over 4.5 million copies two years in a row
Strategy game publisher Hooded Horse has been on a roll lately with back-to-back hits, like Manor Lords and 9 Kings, and some really exciting upcoming games, such as Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. And, now, CEO Tim Bender has released some…
Epstein Files RELEASED: From Bill Clinton in Pool to Michael Jackson with Jeffrey Epstein, Ex-Prince Andrew lying on lap, fresh batch of photos published
Vanshika Tyagi | Dec 20, 2025, 11:10 AM IST 1.Bill Clinton with woman, whose identity is blocked out 3.Michael Jackson with Jeffrey Epstein 4.Ex- Prince of Duke Andrew lying on lap of five people…
The gaming trends shaping 2026, predicted by game devs
A new year is always a time for optimism, but as we approach 2026, it's hard not to acknowledge that 2025 has largely been a repeat of 2024 as the games industry continued its implosion with more layoffs and studio closures. Yet it's also not been…
Christmas market traders 'priced out' in 'poorer' UK city
Traders at a UK Christmas market that has been a major attraction for visitors have voiced worries that smaller businesses are being 'priced out'. Balancing the soaring cost of living means traders have plenty to think about already, such as…
What to eat to beat a hangover, according to the latest science
READ MORE: The healthiest crisps in Britain, RANKED by experts With Christmas party season in full swing, the chances of waking up with a hangover rise sharply – raising the inevitable question: is there anything you can eat to make it…
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