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Brazilian prosecutors sue Chinese carmaker BYD over labour conditions

Brazilian labor attorneys have filed a lawsuit against BYD, a Chinese automaker, and two contractors over allegations of illegal trafficking of workers to live and work in “analogue” conditions.

The prosecutors, who are accused of enforcing labor laws, announced in a statement on Tuesday that they would seek damages in the amount of 257 million reais ($45 million) from BYD, China JinJiang Construction Brazil, and Tecmonta Equipamentos Inteligentes.

In order to construct a BYD plant in Camacari, in the northeastern state of Bahia, the three companies were accused of trafficking Chinese workers. According to the prosecutors, the companies “extremely degrading” the workers there.

220 Chinese workers were discovered to be living in conditions similar to slavery and those who were victims of international human trafficking in December of last year, according to the statement.

In addition to compensating moral damages, the prosecutors are seeking damages worth 50, 000 reais ($8, 867) per violation multiplied by the number of employees impacted.

Authorities claim they “rescued” 163 Chinese workers from Jinjiang and 57 from Tecmonta during a police raid in December 2024.

The workers were allegedly brought to Brazil with visas that didn’t fit their jobs, according to the prosecution, and they were victims of international human trafficking.

They also allege that the workers’ conditions at the construction site made them rely on their employers almost entirely, withholding up to 70% of their wages and demanding high contract termination costs. According to the prosecutors, some of the workers’ passports were taken away, limiting their ability to leave.

Additionally, the lawsuit details dreadful living conditions, including some stale beds.

According to the prosecutors’ statement, “in one dormitory, only one toilet was identified for use by 31 people,” forcing employees to get up at 4am to wash themselves before their workdays.

Outside of China, Brazil has the largest market for BYD. The Chinese automaker has stated that it is working with the authorities, will respond to the lawsuit in court, and is committed to protecting human rights.

In an effort to “smear” China and Chinese businesses, a company spokesman said in December that allegations of unfavorable working conditions were a part of a campaign.

The Brazilian labor attorneys, however, refuted the claim that their lawsuit was motivated by anti-Chinese sentiment.

In an interview, deputy labor prosecutor Fabio Leal stated that “our lawsuit is very well-founded and contains a significant amount of evidence from the investigation process.”

Al-Hilal ultimatum for Fernandes – Wednesday’s gossip

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Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United, Leroy Sane of Manchester City, Rayan Cherki, and Leroy Sane of Manchester United could both leave the Premier League.

Bruno Fernandes, 30, has been given a 72-hour decision to make after being offered by Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. (Mail)

Rayan Cherki, a 21-year-old French midfielder who has also been linked with Liverpool and Chelsea, has attracted interest from Manchester City. (Telegraph requires a subscription)

In a bid to sign England international Callum Wilson from Newcastle United and Newcastle United, who is out of contract starting next month, Everton have joined Leeds United. (The Sun)

Bayern Munich and Germany winger Leroy Sane, who will become a free agent at the end of the month, have been given a chance to land at Tottenham (Sky Sports).

Zepiqueno Redmond, 18, is a free agent for Feyenoord’s young striker, according to Aston Villa. (Sky Sports)

Arsenal have discussed signing Sweden international Viktor Gyokeres and made a 58.7 million offer to the Portuguese international. (Portuguese: Correio da Manha)

Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap has been given the go-ahead of a deal, and Manchester United are now awaiting his decision. (ESPN)

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Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal signs new six-year contract

Lamine Yamal, a teenage sensation in Spain, has agreed to a new six-year deal with Barcelona, according to the Catalan football team.

The 17-year-old helped Spain win the Euro 2024 title and was a key player in Barcelona’s domestic treble-winning campaign.

This season, Barca won La Liga, the Spanish Super Cup, and the Copa del Rey, beating their fierce rivals in the finals of both the competitions in the process.

Yamal, a member of the club’s renowned La Masia academy, has quickly gained notoriety for his dribbling, playmaking, and goalscoring.

In a 2-0 victory over crosstown rival Espanyol in mid-May, the Barca-born forward scored the difference goal that earned his side’s 28th Spanish league title.

Hansi Flick’s former German national team coach, Hansi Flick, led Barca to the Champions League semifinals, where they were then defeated by Inter Milan after extra time.

Yamal had a record-setting season with 18 goals and 13 assists, which is best in the Spanish top flight.

The winger, who can play either flank, was key to Spain’s 2-1 victory over England in the summertime European Championship final. In the 2-1 victory over France in the semifinal, he also scored.

Yamal made his Barcelona debut in April 2023, and he has already made 106 appearances.

Lamine Yamal, who joined his hometown club at the age of 7, will only be 23 in a statement posted on social media platform X that detailed how far the player has come.

[Albert Gea/Reuters] Marc-Andre ter Stegen, left, and Lamine Yamal lift the trophy after winning La Liga.

‘Football is a source of comradeship’ – Slot grateful for support

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Following the incident at Liverpool’s title parade, Arne Slot was awarded both the league manager of the year and the Premier League manager of the year at the LMA awards. He thanked “the wider football community” for its support.

Four children were among the 50 people who were hurt on Monday when a car rammed into crowds in central Liverpool.

At the annual LMA ceremony in London, which he did not attend, Slot was presented the Sir Alex Ferguson Trophy.

Jurgen Klopp was replaced by Federico Chiesa, a 46-year-old who signed only one player for the club last summer, but he still won Liverpool’s second Premier League title by ten points over Arsenal.

He said, “I have had to leave the event out of love with everyone who was affected.”

Given the seriousness of the situation, I believe it to be absolutely right to take this decision.

Football is a game that never ends in conflict, but it also provides a great atmosphere for comradeship, especially in this kind of a situation.

I want to pay tribute to Liverpool’s emergency services and other authorities, who immediately took action.

I believe that everyone involved in the aftermath deserves our full appreciation, along with the supporters and bystanders who offered one another in times of need.

Sonia Bompastor, the Blues’ manager, won the title of WSL manager of the year after leading them to an unbeaten league season, while Grant McCann, the title-winning manager, was honored in the Championship, League One, and League Two, respectively.

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Emmerdale star Danny Miller’s heartbreaking five-word update on dad’s health

Danny Miller, who plays Aaron Dingle on the ITV soap opera, spoke on Loose Women today about his father’s dementia-prone father in an interview.

Actor Danny Miller has opened about his father Vince Miller having dementia. He shared an update on his experience in a live TV interview this week and concluded with a touching message for his dad, who he hoped would be watching.

Danny, 34 – known for playing Aaron Dingle on Emmerdale – previously shared that Vince, 90, had been diagnosed with dementia. He’s posted updates from visiting his dad, at the care home in Manchester where he now lives, on occasion. Vince – whose career included working as a VIP host at Manchester United – was brought up whilst Danny was interviewed by video link on Loose Women this afternoon. Denise Welch, 67, shared that she’d known Vince for years.

Danny Miller (left) spoke about his father Vince Miller (right) in a Loose Women interview this week(Image: Youtube/Loose Women)

She said on the ITV show: “He’s a great comic and a great compère, but I know that you’ve been open about the fact that he’s suffering from dementia at the moment.” Denise added: “I just want you to give him my love and our love, and I’m thinking of you because I know it’s hard. Like you say you’re mourning the person that was before they’ve actually gone.”

Danny responded, “Yes, thanks for that Denise and I’ll absolutely pass on your message]”… I’m hoping he’s watching in his Manchester care home. He continued, “I did tell the care staff there, who are amazing, to pop it on so he could enjoy a little 15 minutes of fame that he hasn’t had in a while.”

The actor said, “My dad is the reason I’m in this business,” in reference to Vince. I’ve lost my dad, in actuality. And I find it difficult to do that.” After clearing his throat, Danny continued, “I really, really miss him. I’m having a hard time.

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He continued, “I miss picking up his phone so much. Simply put, it’s not feasible anymore. And, according to Danny, “sometimes we get the opportunity to have a good visit and also there’s bad visits when we visit him in the care home.”

Danny Miller, in a white and red cardigan, in a Loose Women interview.
The Emmerdale actor paid tribute to his dad, who has dementia, on the ITV talk show earlier today(Image: Youtube/Loose Women)

The actor – who has posted videos from visiting his dad on Instagram – said: “I’ve started to sort of log that and sort of put that in almost an Instagram journal because I know there’s lots of people, and people that I’ve touched, and made relationships within America, that have got the same thing and are looking after their dad.”

He continued, “I feel pain that I can no longer pick up my dad’s phone.” He continued, “And I always want to make sure that you know people who are suffering with dementia either first-hand or secondhand, and that you are not the only ones.”

Danny said, “It’s a terrible, horrible, terminal illness, and it’s a long goodbye. A fantastic short film about that is difficult to watch, but I’m so in love with my father and am talking to you today. If you’re watching, I’d like you to love you, dad.

Beginning at noon tomorrow, Loose Women will be available on ITV, STV, ITVX, and STV Player.

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Dementia UK offers support and guidance if you have been impacted by this tale.

Billy Ray Cyrus takes romance with Liz Hurley to next level amid loved-up display

After their red carpet debut earlier this year, the musician has since updated fans about their relationship.

Fans have been given an update on Billy Ray Cyrus and Liz Hurley’s relationship this week. The news comes after the couple, who announced their romance earlier this year, made their red carpet debut together just a few days ago.

Billy Ray, 63, and Liz, 59, were among the guests at a dinner celebrating the launch of the Orizzonti / Rosso exhibition, promoting Valentino, in Rome on Saturday. They were joined at the event in Italy by Liz’s son Damian Hurley, 23. Following the event, hosted by Fondazione Valentino Garavani e Giancarlo Giammetti, musician Billy Ray posted about the experience on Instagram. It included sharing footage of himself and Liz attending the special occasion.

Billy Ray Cyrus (right) shared an update on his relationship with Liz Hurley (left) recently(Image: Instagram)

At the beginning of the video shared with fans, they were seen scurrying head-in-arm toward a car. Then, in that area of the clip, it showed them holding hands inside the venue while mannequins sporting red dresses were spotted behind the couple.

Billy Ray confirmed that he is currently dating Liz after the video. She has become his “girlfriend,” he claimed to his followers. With my stunning girlfriend in Rome, he wrote in the post’s title from yesterday.

That’s the Way (I Like It), by KC and The Sunshine Band, served as Billy Ray’s soundtrack. The actor used Sade’s Paradise as the music to accompany her version of the footage that Liz recently shared on her account.

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Billy Ray also shared other items from the event. Additionally, he shared photos of Liz and himself, including a group photo that included Damian. He wrote next to a heart emoji in the post’s title, “Let your love flow,” in reference to the Bellamy Brothers song.

Billy Ray Cyrus, in a dark outfit, Liz Hurley, in a pink dress, and Damian Hurley, in a red suit, at an event.
It comes after the couple attended an event in Rome with Liz’s son Damian Hurley last week(Image: Getty Images)

Billy Ray and Liz announced their romance on the platform earlier this year, sharing a photo of themselves at Easter. They are said to have first crossed paths whilst working on the film Christmas in Paradise, released in 2022, and then reconnected years later.

Liz spoke about their relationship, which she teased was “unexpected” and expressed hope that the couple have a future together. Speaking with E! News, she said: “It was unexpected. But we’re very happy together. And hopefully we’ll have a great life.”

Billy Ray Cyrus, in a dark outfit, and Liz Hurley, in a pink dress, walking hand-in-hand at an event.
Billy Ray has posted content from the occasion on social media since then(Image: Instagram)

Billy Ray is now expected to be part of the celebrations for her 60th birthday next month. Ahead of her birthday, Liz spoke about the special occasion in an interview with HELLO! magazine that was published earlier this month.

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She shared with the outlet that her partner is set to be in the UK for the occasion. Liz said: “I’m looking forward to celebrating with Billy Ray. He should be in England for my birthday. He’ll be meeting my family – and my dogs – and hopefully, it’ll be lovely.”