British-American comedian and host of Last Week Tonight
Nigel Farage has resigned his Clacton seat to trigger a by-election, where major parties are abstaining. Count Binface emerges as the main challenger, with a lineup of independent contenders including Piers Corbyn and Laurence Fox amid questions over the process and finances.
Count Binface is challenging Nigel Farage in Clacton with a high-profile media presence and satirical pledges, amid a field of nearly three dozen candidates. Farage resigned to trigger the by-election; major parties boycott, citing a political stunt. The race also spotlights Binface’s creator, Jon Harvey, and his long-running spoof political career.
Buc-ee’s has filed a federal trademark lawsuit against Beaver’s Mini Mart in Beavercreek, Ohio, accusing the small shop of using a beaver logo that closely resembles Buc-ee’s own beaver logo. The response from Beavercreek supporters has spurred local backlash, including a city resolution recognizing the beaver’s place in the town’s history and a fundraising drive to cover legal costs.
The Independent reports that the 48-year-old New York-born actor is joining General Hospital as William Baines, joining a wave of casting changes. Debuts are set for Thursday, September 3, as the soap continues its long-running tale in Port Charles. The moves follow recent departures and recastings, including Jack Brennan’s kill-off and Ethan Lovett’s recasting.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards are underway with The Pitt leading drama nominations and Widow’s Bay challenging Hacks for comedy supremacy. Mariska Hargitay is hosting NBC’s telecast, with Apple TV+ debuts Pluribus and DTF St Louis among top contenders. The ceremony honors Buffy, Charlie’s Angels, and Dolly Parton while Zendaya and Harrison Ford are among notable presenters.
Two out of five white-tailed eagle pairs released through a 2019 reintroduction have bred, with three chicks fledging this year across Dorset and Sussex. Nine wild-born birds have appeared since 2019, marking a milestone in England's conservation efforts.