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J.K. Rowling comes out swinging in new podcast

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3 years ago

February 22, 2023

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Controversial author J.K. Rowling is shutting down the haters in new podcast

The first two episodes of J.K. Rowling’s new podcast have been released.

In them, the controversial figure addresses her controversial comments around transgender people, hitting out at those who claimed she “ruined” her legacy.

Rowling claims she “never set out to upset anyone” as she repeatedly shared her opinions on gender ideology – some of which have been branded “transphobic”.

In June 2020, she mocked an article using the phrase “People who menstruate” suggesting it should be titled “Women who menstruate”.

In response to the backlash this comment received, Rowling then wrote a 3600 word essay explaining why she is “worried about the new trans activism” and the effort “to erode the legal definition of sex and replace it with gender”.

She also described transgender woman having access to female bathrooms as“[throwing] open the doors of bathrooms and changing rooms to any man who believes or feels he’s a woman”.

The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling podcast is made up of seven episodes, with the next five to be released weekly.

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France receives lowest credit rating due to crisis

France’s credit rating downgraded to record low amid political and fiscal crisis, raising concerns over debt and stability

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15 hours ago

September 13, 2025

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France’s credit rating downgraded to record low amid political and fiscal crisis, raising concerns over debt and stability

In Short:
– Fitch Ratings downgraded France’s credit rating to A+, citing political instability and fiscal challenges.
– New Prime Minister Lecornu must secure budget approval amidst rising deficit and potential no-confidence vote.

Fitch Ratings has downgraded France’s credit rating from AA- to A+, the lowest ever recorded, amid ongoing political and fiscal challenges.

The decision comes shortly after Prime Minister François Bayrou was removed in a vote of no confidence regarding his €44 billion austerity plan.

President Emmanuel Macron has appointed Sébastien Lecornu as the new prime minister, marking the fifth leadership change in under two years.

Fitch highlighted political instability as a key factor undermining fiscal reforms, with France’s debt now at €3.3 trillion, or 113.9% of GDP.

The budget deficit increased to 5.8% of GDP and is expected to rise, posing challenges ahead.

Political Instability

The new prime minister faces a divided parliament and must secure budget approval by October 7.

The far-left plans a no-confidence vote against Lecornu, complicating further cooperation on legislative reforms, with S&P Global hinting at a potential downgrade.

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Trump moves to fast-track removal of Fed governor Lisa Cook

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1 day ago

September 12, 2025

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The White House is set to fast-track a ruling on firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, just days before the crucial FOMC meeting.

The move comes as markets reel from surging inflation, weak jobless data, and global currency shifts, raising questions about the Fed’s independence and the stability of policy decisions.

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ANZ job cuts spark banking clash

ANZ plans to cut 3,500 jobs, sparking debate on the future of Australia’s banking sector and employment dynamics.

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4 days ago

September 10, 2025

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ANZ plans to cut 3,500 jobs, sparking debate on the future of Australia’s banking sector and employment dynamics.

ANZ has announced plans to cut 3,500 staff and 1,000 contractors over the next year, triggering a fierce debate between business leaders, unions, and government about the future of Australia’s banking sector.

The decision raises wider questions about the resilience of the business community and the role of politics, productivity, and technology in shaping employment.

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