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Channel Nine reveals the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the format of The Voice

Among the many things the coronavirus pandemic has affected is the production of The Voice. The singing show was two thirds of the way through filming when production was forced to stop.




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Former T-Mobile CEO John Legere abruptly resigns from the company's board, more than a month before his term was set to expire

Former T-Mobile CEO John Legere has resigned from the company's board of directors on Friday, according to an SEC report filed by T-Mobile. The abrupt announcement will cut short the remainder of Legere's time in the company by more than a month, as Legere was set to continue as a member of the board until June 4. T-Mobile's report said that Legere had specified that he was not resigning because of any conflicts with management or the board, but did not offer any reason as to the abrupt departure."It has been a privilege and honor to have led T-Mobile as CEO for the past seven and a half years and served on the Board of Directors. And although I will be leaving the Board just a few weeks earlier than planned, be assured that I remain T-Mobile's #1 fan!" Legere said in the announcement. It's




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11 major companies that have returned millions of dollars acquired through a government relief program meant for small businesses




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Inside a Bay Area family's struggle to save their company during the coronavirus outbreak, as big businesses like Shake Shack beat them to government loans

The Elzarka family has owned Beninni, a men's formal wear store in Hayward, California, for 30 years. The shop was forced to shut down in the coronavirus lockdown, and has tried and failed to get government assistance loans through the coronavirus relief package.Shady Elzarka, whose dad founded the store, struggled to access either the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance (EIDL) and relief from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).Elzarka for weeks heard nothing from the Small Business Administration, through which he applied for an EIDL, or from Bank of America, where he applied for the PPP loan.Meanwhile much larger companies did not struggle to access government funding, some of which public pressure forced them to hand back.After Business Insider contacted Bank of America for




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Grubhub receipt sparks outrage as it reveals the company took a $666 cut from a pizza restaurant's $1042 in total orders

Giuseppe Badalamenti, the owner of Chicago Pizza Boss, posted his March Grubhub earnings statement on Facebook, and it showed that the delivery platform took around 70% of its $1000 earnings through the platform."Stop believing you are supporting your community by ordering from a 3rd party delivery company," Badalamenti wrote on Facebook."Restaurant owners select the services they want and only pay a commission to Grubhub when we help generate sales," a Grubhub spokesperson told Business Insider. Grubhub, which is part of the same company as Seamless, has come under fire for asking users to oppose San Francisco's order to slash its commission fees for restaurants from an average of 30% to 15%.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Grubhub claims to be helping local restaurants.




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Premiership Rugby's £7m salary cap could be reduced to mitigate impact of coronavirus pandemic

EXCLUSIVE BY WILL KELLEHER AND NIK SIMON: The Premiership' s £7million salary cap could be reduced to mitigate the impact of the coronavirus.




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Agustin Pichot talks to SIR CLIVE WOODWARD about campaign to become chairman of World Rugby

SIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Bill Beaumont and challenger Agustin Pichot are in the final week of their election campaign to become chairman of World Rugby. 




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Rita Ora shows off her acrobatic skills and daringly dangles UPSIDE DOWN for new shoe campaign

The Lonely Together singer, 29, wowed in a bold ensemble as she daringly dangled upside down while suspended from the air by wires to show off a funky pair of trainers.




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Rita Ora sizzles in a racy semi-sheer co-ord outfit for shoe campaign in Miami

The singer, 29, posed in a purple ensemble as part of a campaign for Deichmann shoes, with the shoot taking place in Miami on Friday.




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Rita Ora leaves her flat in London in the company of her video director

The singer, 29, cut a casual figure as she departed her home with the man, who wrapped up in a dark, oversized scarf on the way out.




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Rita Ora joins in the Clap For Carers campaign from home

Rita's Ora's psychiatrist mother, Vera, has returned to the NHS frontline in a bid to help out amid the Covid: 19 pandemic. 




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Campaigners call for transport redesign to stop air...

They call for `immediate action´ to lock in some of the reduction in road traffic.




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Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

CORONAVIRUS NUMBERS* Australia has 794 active cases after recording a total of 6929 cases to date.* The national death toll is 97 - NSW 46, Victoria 18,...




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Jet tanks targeted at Tripoli airport-oil company

TUNIS, May 9 (Reuters) - Jet fuel tanks at Tripoli's Mitiga airport were targeted in an attack on Saturday that caused a large fire, Libya's National Oil...




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Simon Cowell's entertainment company breaks silence on axing Gabrielle Union

Simon Cowell's company is breaking their silence on the sudden firing of Gabrielle Union from the America's Got Talent judges panel announced Friday, saying they're listening to her concerns.




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Compact solution for network analysis in the mmWave range

Compact solution for network analysis in the mmWave range




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Joe Biden gets back on the campaign trail in Iowa with new endorser John Kerry after

Former Vice President Joe Biden continues his 'No Malarkey' bus tour in Iowa Friday - a day after getting in a heated confrontation with an 83-year old voter he called a 'damn liar.'




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Vladimir Putin is accompanied by SIX bodyguards while going to the BATHROOM

The Russian leader, 67, was filmed leaving the bathroom in Paris's Elysee Palace alongside six armed bodyguards. Putin was in Paris for a summit to discuss a ceasefire with Ukraine.




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Ex-Ukraine forward Andriy Shevchenko compares coronavirus pandemic to Chernobyl nuclear disaster

Former AC Milan striker Andriy Shevchenko has compared the coronavirus pandemic to the Chernobyl disaster which occurred in his homeland of Ukraine in 1986. 




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COVID-19 will change how companies report earnings – these are the top 20 things execs need to keep in mind

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has issued an advisory on the factors that companies should keep in mind while reporting earnings for FY 2019-20.The advisory covers 20 key items spread across five categories.Given that this is an advisory, the nature and extent of items to be considered will differ between companies.The COVID-19 pandemic has had an adverse impact on all aspects of the economy, be it earnings, supply chains, operational efficiencies and the stock markets.Since the financial year ends on March 31, 2020 in India, it falls amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. This will have an impact on the way companies report their earnings for the financial year 2019-20. To deal with the accounting issues caused due to the volatility, financial uncertainty and fluctuating valuations,




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JB Chemicals, a little-known pharma company in India is now on the radar of private equity giants around the world – here’s why

Private equity giants like KKR, the Carlyle group and others are interested in acquiring a controlling stake in JB Chemicals, a little-known pharma company in India.Although JB Chemicals is a small player in the Indian pharma industry, it has built four strong brands and has market leadership in three of them, which has resulted in industry-beating growth.Some of the popular brands that JB Chemicals owns include Metrogyl, Rantac, Cilacar and Nicardia – driving 80-85% of the company’s India formulations revenue.JB Chemicals, a little-known pharma company in India with a market capitalization of ₹4,600 crore is reportedly on the radar of private equity giants around the world. This has sent the stock to an all-time high of ₹621 in intra-day trade.JB Chemicals is a relatively small player when




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CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND-UP: Derby close in on playoff places as Frank Lampard's side overcome Hull

CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND-UP: Derby have maintained their push for promotion after they overcame Hull while Bristol City continued their winning streak in the league.




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How one global company is planning to bring its 75,000 employees back into the office after the pandemic subsides - while still keeping remote work as an option

Government officials and business leaders to begin thinking about how to re-open the US economy. But many operating procedures in place before the outbreak are unlikely to return back to normal - at least in the near-term. Cisco, for example, is weighing whether to place employees into two "teams" and tier which cohort can be in the office working at a certain time - effectively continuing some of the social distancing guidelines currently in place.The tech giant also plans on continuing a halt on business travel, according to Chief Operating Officer Irving Tan.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.The sudden pivot to remote work led to a few chaotic weeks as companies scrambled to make the necessary adjustments. But as corporations begin to settle into the new normal - or at




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Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos' annual shareholder letter, once an insightful must-read, has turned cautious and promotional as the company faces more scrutiny

ReutersAmazon CEO Jeff Bezos.Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos published his annual shareholder letter on Thursday.Bezos's letter has become a must-read among business leaders for its ingenuity and thought-provoking advice.This year's letter, however, mostly focused on Amazon's work in helping its employees and other businesses amid COVID-19 - a departure from previous years' letters that were full of inspiring anecdotes and business guidance.Some people say Bezos' annual shareholder letter is losing its luster as the company is more cautious about what it says publicly in light of increased regulatory and press scrutiny.Do you work at Amazon? Contact this reporter via encrypted messaging app Signal (+1 415 926 2066) or email (ekim@businessinsider.com).Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Jeff




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Coronavirus is sinking the 2020 internship class, new LinkedIn data suggests - and it could impact Gen-Z careers for years

The number of new internships posted on LinkedIn has plummeted as businesses grapple with the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.Not only have the youngest Americans seen a reduction in career opportunities because of the outbreak, they're also the more likely than older workers to be laid off.The United States is home to the largest outbreak of the novel coronavirus that has infected more than 1.5 million people across the globe.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.Employers across the United States have slashed their internship programs as the coronavirus pandemic cuts profits.The number of new internship roles posted on LinkedIn's job boards is down approximately 60% since March 1, the career-oriented social media platform said in a statement to Business Insider.The




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10 major companies including Amazon, Facebook, and Salesforce that are offering cash and resources to businesses impacted by the pandemic - and how to apply

More than half of small businesses in the US have temporarily closed their doors, or plan to this month, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Private organizations, including Amazon and Facebook, are teaming up to offer millions in cash grants and low-interest loans to small business owners.Amazon created a $5 million relief fund to support local businesses around its Seattle and Washington offices. Hello Alice is giving $10,000 emergency cash grants to distressed businesses in the US.Click here for more BI Prime stories.Organizations across the country are rallying together to support small businesses fighting to survive the COVID-19 quarantine shutdown.One in four small businesses nationwide have temporarily closed and another 40% expect to this month, according to a recent survey from MetLife and




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Leona Lewis showcases her toned abs in a champagne silk co-ord

The singer, 34, showcased her washboard abs in a silk champagne co-ord as she headed to a Bare Minerals party in Los Angeles on Thursday.




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Alexander Vindman's lawyer blasts Trump for 'campaign of intimidation' after president fired him

'The president (left) this morning made a series of obviously false statements concerning Lt Col Vindman (right),' Vindman's lawyer, Ambassador David Pressman, said.




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Kim Kardashian serves curves as she basks in sun for Skims campaign as she quarantines with family

Kim is also preparing for the premiere of her documentary Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project. Airing Sunday on Oxygen, it documents her advocacy for prison reform.




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Kim Kardashian flaunts signature curves in onyx for Skims campaign after Justice Project premiere

The sexy shoot was released as Kim premiered her documentary Kim Kardashian West: The Justice Project, documenting her advocacy for prison reform with #Cut50.




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Kim Kardashian laughs at a fan thread comparing her most colorful outfits to hand sanitizer 

Kim Kardashian is known for her stunning, figure-hugging outfits. And one fan decided to have some fun with her most colorful looks, creating a Twitter thread comparing them to hand sanitizer.




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Trump calls revelation officials say Russia is interfering a 'misinformation campaign by Democrats'

Donald Trump dismissed a report claiming his former acting Director of National Intelligence told Congress Russia wants him to win in November, claiming it's just another Democrat 'hoax.'




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Trump says NOBODY has briefed him about the Russians helping Sanders campaign

President Donald Trump has denied getting told by to intelligence officials that Russia is intervening in the 2020 primaries and wants to help Bernie Sanders.




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Russia hired British politicians to 'go after' enemies of Vladimir Putin claims rights campaigner

Bill Browder, a human rights campaigner and former fund manager in Russia, made the explosive allegations in his testimony to the intelligence and security committee.




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Footnotes show Steele dossier 'contains falsehoods from a Russian disinformation campaign'

According to declassified footnotes from the Steele dossier, the FBI found reported falsehoods among the allegations against Trump's election campaign




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Bikini-clad Kate Upton celebrates 27th birthday with Dom Perignon in a $499 Champagne Gun in Texas

The Lions Model was received caviar-topped pizza, a Kate-shaped floral arrangement, and surprise fireworks display from her husband Justin Verlander




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Kate Upton urges fans to share their sources of empowerment as she launches Share Strong campaign

Kate Upton is taking it upon herself to use social media for something positive and empowering. She took to Twitter and Instagram on Thursday to launch the #ShareStrong campaign.




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Mike Bloomberg is hit with a class action lawsuit from a former campaign organizer

Grette Fernandez filed a class action lawsuit against Mike Bloomberg on Monday in the Southern District of New York. This is the third class action lawsuit against Bloomberg.




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Emily Ratajkowski flaunts taut figure in orange string bikini as she poses for Inamorata campaign

The I Feel Pretty actress recently told Vogue about how she's staying busy during isolation: 'For me, it's more of an emotional and mental battle of keeping my spirits up and staying busy.'




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Wes Brown insists there are no comparisons between Liverpool and Manchester United's treble winners

Liverpool's consistency prior to last weekend's defeat to Watford had led some to question whether they could match the 1998-1999 United team but Brown does not think they deserve that.




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Paul Ince believes there will be havoc if the current Premier League campaign is not concluded

Jurgen Klopp's men have dominated the current campaign, winning 27 of their 29 league games and are only two victories from being crowned as Premier League champions for the first time.




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Neco Williams hails impact of Liverpool role model Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold may only be 21 but he is already proving to be an inspirational figure to Liverpool's academy players. Neco Williams, 18, says it has been an 'eye-opener' watching him.




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Frank Lampard can make Chelsea title challengers if given same freedom as Klopp, claims Hoddle

Frank Lampard has guided Chelsea to fourth in the Premier League table and the Blues are on course for another season of Champions League football in his first season in charge.




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Teen claims he was kicked out of Ted Cruz campaign rally for being transgender

James Van Kuilenburg, who is passionate about politics, had attended the presidential campaign event in his hometown of Frederick, Maryland on Thursday.




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Donald Trump carries 15-point Indiana lead into final days of campaigning

A near majority of Hoosier Republicans, 49 per cent, back the business billionaire Trump. Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is trailing with 34 per cent. Ohio Gov. John Kasich is far behind with 13 per cent.




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Cruz campaign corrects Heidi Cruz after she calls Ted an 'immigrant'

Sen. Ted Cruz's wife Heidi said something on the campaign trail that could bring back up those pesky 'birther' problems. 'Ted is an immigrant,' Heidi Cruz said at a campaign stop in Greenfield, Indiana.




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Donald Trump becomes presumptive GOP nominee after 'joke' campaign mocked

Donald Trump announced he was running for president in June 2015 during a speech in New York City's Trump Tower (pictured). Experts said he would struggle to be taken seriously.




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John Kasich suspends presidential campaign at Ohio press conference

Kasich canceled a scheduled campaign stop near Washington, D.C. on Wednesday and held an Ohio press conference where he ended his presidential campaign.




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Ted Cruz campaign rallies supporters to take control of the GOP platform

Ted Cruz might be out of the race for the White House but he's still hoping to influence the Republican National Convention. He wants his delegates to influence the RNC platform and rules.




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Ted Cruz's wife compares his path to the presidency with ending slavery

Heidi Cruz said on a campaign 'Prayer Team' call that 'it took 25 years to defeat slavery.' She was comparing husband Ted's short rise to 2nd place in the GOP presidential race with longer struggles.