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world7 hrs ago
Andy Burnham Apologises for Labour’s Early Gaza Response and Condemns October 7 Attacks
The Labour politician expected to become UK prime minister by the end of July issued a video apology on July 9 for his party's early response to the war in Gaza. Burnham also called for stronger pressure on Israel while reiterating condemnation of the October 2023 Hamas attacks.
Al Jazeerapolitics23 hrs agoUpdated
Andy Burnham Apologizes for Labour's Initial Response to Gaza and Calls for Further Sanctions on Israel
Andy Burnham issued a public apology on 9 July 2026 for the UK Labour Party's early handling of Israel's military campaign in Gaza. He also urged additional sanctions targeting illegal West Bank settlements.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Metropolitan Police Pays £25,000 Settlement to Graham Linehan After Arrest Over Posts Urging Violence
The force issued a second apology after dropping its investigation into posts on X. Linehan was detained at Heathrow in September 2025 on suspicion of inciting hatred.
The Independentpolitics1 day ago
Australian prime minister apologizes for podcast remarks on entertainer
The Australian prime minister answered a podcast question about an entertainer and later issued an apology. One member of parliament called the comments inappropriate and another said they were disrespectful to women.
wonkette.compolitics3 days ago
Hungarian Public Broadcasters Suspend News Programs After Management Change
State-run radio and television channels halted news broadcasts Tuesday following a leadership overhaul at Hungary’s public media. The outlets displayed an on-screen apology and said programming would resume without news segments.
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sbs.com.ausports3 days ago
Paraguayan Senator Seeks Apology from Mbappé After Deleting Racist Posts
A Paraguayan senator deleted social media posts containing racist remarks about French soccer player Kylian Mbappé and requested an apology from him. The senator also threatened legal action if Mbappé does not retract his response to her comments.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
French Prosecutors Investigate Paraguayan Senator’s Posts About Mbappé; Senator Later Apologizes and Demands Player Apology
French authorities opened an inquiry into social media remarks by a Paraguayan senator after France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup. The posts followed Kylian Mbappé's penalty goal that advanced France to the quarter-finals.
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Newsweektechnology3 days ago
Paraguayan Senator Demands Apology From Mbappé After World Cup Exchange
A Paraguayan senator demanded an apology from Kylian Mbappé and said she may pursue legal action after he called her remarks racist. The exchange followed France's 1-0 World Cup win over Paraguay.
Los Angeles Timespolitics8 days agoUpdated
British Prime Minister Apologizes for Forced Adoptions of 185,000 Babies
Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a formal apology in Parliament for the state's role in separating unmarried mothers from their babies between 1949 and 1976. He pledged improved access to adoption records and mental health support for those affected.
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BBC Newspolitics8 days ago
British government apologises for forced adoptions of 185,000 babies
The prime minister issued a formal apology in Parliament for the state's role in historical forced adoptions. Support services will be established and campaigners met officials ahead of the statement.
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gamesindustry.bizworld8 days ago
UK government to issue formal apology for forced adoptions
The prime minister will deliver a formal apology in Parliament on Thursday for the state's role in the historical practice. Campaigners have pressed for the statement after a parliamentary inquiry recommended urgent action.
news.sky.comworld8 days ago
Met Police Issues Apology and Pays Settlement After Nine-Year Misconduct Case
Lorraine reported a predatory officer in 2017 and later received a substantial settlement plus a 2025 apology admitting multiple failings by the Metropolitan Police. The case, included in Baroness Casey's review, showed delays and victim-blaming. BBC News reported her continued p…
nypost.combusiness11 days ago
Lululemon apologizes after using Japanese taiko drum at China event
Lululemon issued a Weibo apology more than two weeks after a May 30, 2026, Great Wall promotional event featured a Japanese taiko drum instead of a Chinese dagu drum. The video drew over 50 million views. The company faces prior quality issues, a 2026 stock decline of 50 percent,…
GB Newssports12 days ago
ABC Los Angeles Journalist Apologizes After Comments on Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup Match
Abigail Velez issued a public apology after stating on air that she could not locate Bosnia and Herzegovina on a map. GB News reported the remarks preceded a World Cup round-of-32 match against Team USA.
nypost.comworld12 days ago
Love Island USA removes Alannah Keyser after six-year-old video of her singing a racial slur resurfaces
Alannah Keyser, 21, was removed from Season 8 after a six-year-old video showed her using a racial slur while singing along to a Roddy Ricch track. She posted an apology on TikTok and producers edited her out of pre-taped episodes. A second contestant faced removal for a similar…
en.antaranews.comworld12 days ago
ABC7 Reporter Apologizes for On-Air Comments About Bosnia and Herzegovina
ABC7 Los Angeles reporter Abigail Velez issued a public apology after comments she made before a United States match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at the World Cup drew criticism. She said the remarks were intended as lighthearted but went too far.
awfulannouncing.comsports16 days ago
Aces coach says Brunson proved her wrong but offers no apology
Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon said Tuesday her December 2023 assessment of Jalen Brunson was incorrect after the New York Knicks won the NBA title. She declined to apologize for the earlier opinion.
indianexpress.comsports16 days ago
England Cricket Captain Apologises to Team Before Test Return
The England captain apologised to teammates ahead of his return for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. The apology followed a disciplinary finding that he and another player had breached team curfew rules.
680news.comsports17 days ago
Belgian Soccer Federation Congratulates Jérémy Doku on Son's Birth
The Belgian soccer federation issued a statement Monday marking the birth of Jérémy Doku's son. The announcement followed an apology from a French media organization over a commentator's criticism of the player's decision to leave the World Cup.
theiranproject.compolitics19 days ago
Iranian Negotiators Condition Return to Talks on Apology and Lebanon Withdrawal
A Lebanese Hezbollah-affiliated outlet reported that Iranian negotiators will not resume U.S.-Iran talks unless the United States issues an apology for prior threats and Israel withdraws from southern Lebanon. The report's origin raises questions about its accuracy.
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nypost.comworld20 days ago
Knicks player calls for apology from WNBA coach over past comments on teammate
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart said on a podcast that he is waiting for an apology from a WNBA head coach who questioned whether Jalen Brunson could lead a championship team. The comments came days after the Knicks won their first NBA title since 1973.
yardbarker.comsports20 days ago
Knicks players question Smith on past Brunson comments during event
Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart hosted a live edition of their podcast at Madison Square Garden on Friday. They played video clips of Stephen A. Smith’s earlier remarks and received an on-stage apology.
newser.compolitics22 days ago
Church of England apologizes for role in forced adoptions from 1949 to 1976
The Church of England issued an apology Thursday for its involvement in institutions where unmarried mothers had their babies taken for adoption. The statement followed two years of research and years of advocacy by survivors.
GB Newssports22 days ago
Rafael van der Vaart Apologises for Remark on Japan Players After 2-2 Draw
The former Netherlands midfielder issued an apology after saying Japan's players 'all look alike' during a 2-2 draw. Anti-discrimination groups condemned the remarks as racist slurs.
New York Postworld21 days agoUpdated
Lululemon Apologizes After Japanese Drum Used at Great Wall Yoga Event
The Canadian activewear brand issued a public apology on Weibo after a late-May yoga festival near Beijing featured a Japanese taiko drum instead of a traditional Chinese instrument.
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ESPNsports24 days ago
Moutet Wins at Queen’s Club After On-Air Swearing Prompts BBC Apology
French player Corentin Moutet used the F-word seven times during a live post-match interview at the HSBC Championships. The ATP has been contacted about a potential fine.
Forbesfinance24 days ago
Chapman says he would demand apology from Yankees GM if traded back
Chapman detailed a 2024 dispute with Cashman that ended his Yankees tenure. The comments came amid trade speculation surrounding the Boston closer.
Usa Todaysports25 days ago
Canadian Broadcaster Ron MacLean Apologizes for Comment Referencing Roofies in Stanley Cup Pregame Skit
Ron MacLean issued an on-air apology after referencing roofies during a Hangover movie spoof on the June 15, 2026, Stanley Cup Final broadcast between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes.
The Independentworld25 days ago
Federal Judge Eleanor Ross Apologizes After Private Reprimand for Courthouse Conduct
U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross issued an apology letter to a former law clerk after an 11th Circuit investigation found she engaged in sexual activity in chambers and initially denied the allegations.
yardbarker.comsports27 days agoUpdated
Yankees Manager Says Team Owes No Apology to Former Pitcher
New York manager stated Friday the club does not owe an apology to a pitcher released from the 2022 postseason roster after an unexcused absence. The pitcher, now with Boston, has repeated calls for an apology and said he would consider returning if one is issued.
larrybrownsports.comsports28 days ago
Red Sox Pitcher Chapman Says Yankees GM Owes Him Apology for 2022 Exit
Aroldis Chapman said Yankees general manager Brian Cashman should apologize before any return to New York. Chapman saved 146 games and made three All-Star teams during his 2016-2022 stint with the Yankees.
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South Korean Prime Minister Offers Condolences on Death of Yohei Kono, Cites 1993 Comfort Women Apology
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok expressed condolences Thursday after Yohei Kono died Monday at age 89. Kono issued the 1993 apology acknowledging the forced mobilization of comfort women.
bleedingcool.comworld31 days ago
Hugh Laurie Apologizes to Journalist After Online Exchange Over 'House' Formula
@NBCNews reported that Hugh Laurie posted an apology on X to British journalist Janet Murray on Monday, June 9, 2026, after his earlier reply drew fan criticism.
bbc.co.ukworld31 days ago
Donaldson Tells Police He Did Not Sexually Abuse Complainants and Denies Apology in Final Interview Segment Played at Trial
At Newry Crown Court, jurors listened to Sir Jeffrey Donaldson state that a 2020 letter to one complainant was not an apology for sexual abuse. Lady Eleanor Donaldson, deemed unfit for trial, faces a trial of the facts on five aiding-and-abetting charges.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukworld33 days ago
MPs call for government apology over delayed defence investment plan
A cross-party group of MPs said the government should apologise for delays to a defence investment plan originally promised in autumn 2025. The Public Accounts Committee report stated that the absence of the plan has damaged national credibility and armed forces planning.
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japantoday.comworld36 days ago
Hampshire Police Handcuffed Dying Student Henry Nowak, Prompting Chief Constable's Apology and Misconduct Investigation Call
Chief Constable Alexis Boon expressed regret after officers restrained Henry Nowak as he lay dying. The incident has prompted political debate and calls for a misconduct review.
Rapplerworld37 days ago
House Reprimands Bong Suntay for Anne Curtis Analogy, Orders Community Service and Gender Seminar Instead of Suspension
The House of Representatives voted 263-8-7 on June 3, 2026, to approve an ethics committee recommendation that included community service, a gender sensitivity seminar, and a public apology to Anne Curtis and all women.
calgaryherald.comworld38 days ago
Family of convicted killer issues apology after fatal stabbing
The family of the man convicted of murdering 18-year-old Henry Nowak has issued a public apology to the victim's parents and the Sikh community. The statement follows the killer's life sentence and comes as his mother awaits sentencing for assisting an offender.
france24.comworld39 days ago
Kenya President Apologizes to Northern Kenya for Past Development Neglect
President William Ruto issued a formal apology during Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir for decades of state policies that limited infrastructure and services in the region. He outlined current government programs in education, healthcare, housing, and livestock.
Nbc Newsworld45 days ago
Starbucks Korea Head Apologizes Over Tank Day Marketing Campaign
The chairman of the Shinsegae Group, which controls Starbucks Korea, issued a second apology Tuesday after a tumbler promotion drew public criticism. The campaign referenced a product called a tank and a slogan about striking a table on the anniversary of a 1980 crackdown in Gwan…
upi.comworld45 days ago
Shinsegae Chairman Issues Second Apology Over Starbucks Korea Campaign
Chung Yong-jin apologized for a May 18 marketing promotion that referenced a 1980 military crackdown in Gwangju. The campaign was withdrawn hours after launch and the Starbucks Korea chief executive was dismissed.
koreatimes.co.krworld45 days agoUpdated
Starbucks Korea Sales Drop Sharply After 'Tank Day' Campaign
Retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin issued a second apology after the coffee chain's marketing effort drew public criticism for referencing a 1980 crackdown. Starbucks Korea has recorded a very significant drop in sales.
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Pope Leo XIV Issues Document on AI and Slavery Apology
Pope Leo XIV released an encyclical calling for slower AI development and oversight. The document also includes an apology for the Catholic Church's historical role in slavery.
salon.comtechnology47 days ago
Maine Senate Candidate Platner Declines Apology Over 2019 Reddit Post
Democratic candidate Graham Platner declined to apologize when asked about a 2019 Reddit post that mocked a wounded U.S. soldier. The post resurfaced during his Senate campaign against incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
The Bbcworld48 days ago
U.S. entertainment site apologizes to actress over Shotts location comment
Gold Derby removed a video clip after an editing error misquoted an Outlander actress about a filming location in Shotts. The site issued an apology and released an unedited transcript.
world50 days ago
British radio station broadcasts erroneous announcement of King Charles death
Radio Caroline in Essex interrupted its regular programming on Tuesday to announce the death of King Charles III before playing the national anthem. Station officials later attributed the broadcast to a computer error and issued an apology.
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Euronewsworld51 days ago
Radio Caroline apologizes after erroneous King Charles death report
Radio Caroline issued an apology after incorrectly announcing the death of King Charles. The station, which began broadcasting in 1964, later corrected the error.
indianexpress.compolitics51 days ago
UK Government Apologizes for Temporary Sanctions Relief on Russian Fuel
The UK government issued an apology after temporarily easing sanctions on Russian diesel and jet fuel. Officials said the step was taken to avoid shortages in those products.
koreaherald.comworld53 days ago
Starbucks Korea CEO resigns after promotional campaign
The chief executive of Starbucks Korea was dismissed following a marketing event that referenced historical dates and slogans associated with past events in South Korea. The company withdrew the campaign and issued an apology.
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Starbucks Korea Suspends Promotional Event After Public Criticism
Starbucks Korea halted a Monday online promotion for a tumbler set after civic groups and online users objected to language they said recalled South Korea's 1980 Gwangju uprising. The company issued an apology and said it had identified an inappropriate phrase.
indianexpress.compolitics54 days ago
Celtic Apologizes to Hearts After Pitch Invasion Ends Title Match
Celtic issued an apology to Hearts after fans entered the field following a 3-1 victory that secured the Scottish Premiership title. The incident occurred at Celtic Park on the final day of the season and prevented Hearts players from acknowledging their supporters.
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Washington Examinerpolitics58 days ago
Rand Paul’s Son William Apologizes After Verbal Altercation With Rep. Mike Lawler at DC Bar
William Paul confronted Rep. Mike Lawler on Tuesday evening, accusing him of being Jewish and making antisemitic remarks tied to Rep. Thomas Massie’s upcoming primary. Lawler, who is not Jewish, pushed back during the encounter at a Washington bar. Paul issued an apology on X the…
hiphopwired.compolitics59 days ago
Virginia Republican Agrees With Radio Host's Comment About Democratic Leader
A Virginia Republican representative faced criticism after agreeing with a local radio host who told House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to keep his "cotton-picking hands" off Virginia. Democrats called the comment racist and demanded an apology. The exchange occurred during a…
nbcnews.compolitics59 days ago
Virginia Republican Agrees With Radio Host's Comment About Rep. Jeffries
Rep. Jen Kiggans concurred with a conservative radio host who told House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to keep his "cotton-picking hands" off Virginia politics. Democrats condemned the exchange as racist and demanded an apology. Kiggans said she was agreeing only that Jeffries…
Newsweekpolitics59 days ago
Virginia Rep. Jen Kiggans Agrees With Radio Host's Comment About Hakeem Jeffries
Rep. Jen Kiggans agreed with a radio host who told House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to keep his "cotton-picking hands" off Virginia during a discussion about redistricting. Democrats condemned the exchange as racist and demanded an apology or resignation. Kiggans said she di…
eonline.comworld61 days ago
James Charles Apologizes After Criticizing Spirit Airlines Worker’s Mass GoFundMe DMs
The 26-year-old influencer received a GoFundMe message from a woman who lost her job after Spirit Airlines abruptly shuttered last weekend, an event that eliminated 17,000 positions. Charles posted an expletive-filled response criticizing her, then deleted the video and issued a…
BBC Newstechnology63 days ago
Mark Hamill Apologizes for AI Image Depicting President in Grave
The actor posted an AI-generated image on Bluesky showing the president in a shallow grave with the caption "If Only." The White House condemned the post as sick rhetoric linked to assassination attempts. Hamill deleted the image, replaced it with one of the president alive and i…
nypost.comworld63 days ago
Rep. Max Miller and Ex-Wife Trade Allegations of Domestic Abuse Amid Child-Custody Dispute
Photos showing alleged bruises and burns surfaced as the Ohio congressman and his ex-wife, daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno, battle for custody of their 2-year-old daughter. Miller released doorbell camera footage, an audio recording and a handwritten apology note from a prior inci…
The Guardiantechnology65 days ago
Cal State Northridge Volleyball Player Jordan Lucas Goes Viral for On-Court Celebrations
Jordan Lucas, an outside hitter for Cal State Northridge, has drawn millions of social media views for his expressive celebrations during matches. Lucas, who is gay, says he will not change his animated style of play. The attention has sparked both support and criticism, includin…
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G-Dragon's Agency Apologizes for Outfit with Offensive Phrase at Macau Concert
Galaxy Corporation issued an apology after G-Dragon wore a T-shirt with an inappropriate Dutch phrase during a performance in Macau. The agency stated it would improve internal review procedures for cultural sensitivity. The incident drew criticism from global fans.