Former President Barack Obama excoriated Justice Department over its decision to drop its case against former national security adviser Michael Flynn, during a private call with the Obama Alumni Association, Yahoo News reported."There is no precedent that anybody can find" in which "someone who has been charged with perjury just getting off scot-free," Obama said, though he misstated the crime Flynn pleaded guilty to.The former national security adviser pleaded guilty in December 2017 to lying to the FBI as part of the Russia probe. After initially cooperating with prosecutors, Flynn hired a more combative defense team that called for a judge to dismiss the case after alleging prosecutorial misconduct."That's the kind of stuff where you begin to get worried that basic — not just institutional

75644579President Donald Trump has overseen a chaotic response to the US coronavirus outbreak, downplaying its severity and repeatedly changing his stance on China.This is undermining US authority to criticize how China handled the initial outbreak, which began in Wuhan.China has capitalized on this, with state media and government officials highlighting the US inconsistencies and saying it is "hid[ing] their incompetence by blaming China."There are signs that the Chinese public — the Communist Party's most important audience — is also losing trust in the US.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.China's Communist Party has in recent weeks embarked on an expansive propaganda campaign to recoup its public image as the coronavirus ravages much of the world.Its efforts have included

Lisa Wilkinson, 57, has scored another A-list interview after reportedly 'irritating' executives at rival networks, because of her access to high-profile talent.

She had a banner year in 2019, but for 2020, she's going back to basics and keeping it simple. Rihanna posted her first selfie of the year on Monday, choosing to go makeup free in a simple photo.

Governor Cuomo tweeted: 'I want to thank @rihanna and the Rihanna Foundation for donating Personal Protective Equipment to New York State. We're so appreciative of your help.'

'My daughter Robyn was checking in on me every day,' he said, referring to the pop star by her birth name.

Scarlett Johansson spoke candidly about her storied acting career and the growing 'trend' of politically correct casting in a revealing new cover story for As If magazine.

In the second quarter of 2019, several celebrities have come out to support Democratic primary candidates, some maxing out on the contributions they are permitted to give per election cycle.

She first unveiled her ribcage inkings in 2015 - and Scarlett Johansson had no qualms about showing them off to her fans at the Marvel Studios panel for Comic-Con International on Saturday.

There's nothing more that a dad could want than to share a special evening with his children.  And Jamie Foxx brought daughters Corinne and Annalise to the SAG Awards on Sunday night.

DAN HODGES: I'm in Bolsover, the sort of seat where they once needed scales to measure the size of the Labour vote.Local MP Dennis 'The Beast' Skinner is party royalty.

The 10-time Grammy winner - turning 30 this Friday - also revealed that all of the 'girls in pop have each other's numbers and text each other'

James Corden has joined the industry-wide criticism of Tom Hooper's extravagant rendering of Cats - despite appearing in the new movie adaptation himself.

Pop sensation Taylor Swift has been named global recording artist of the year for a second time. The Pennsylvania-native won over her friend Ed Sheeran who came in second place.

This year's Glastonbury festival is set to go ahead as planned, despite concerns over the coronavirus reaching pandemic levels.

According to Variety, some of entertainment and tech's biggest players were with Grainge 15 days ago to celebrate his birthday. Guests included Apple CEO Tim Cook and music manager Irving Azoff.

The pop stars have both been praised for donating money to those who have lost their jobs or face eviction as Americans begin to feel the financial ramifications of the health crisis.

When she was 13 year's old her family moved to Nashville to pursue her budding music career. 

The 30-year-old pop star's website featured an official statement about the cancellations, while she posted her own note to her social media platforms on Friday.

Rumours surfaced earlier this week that The Voice Australia contestants Jack Vidgen and Sheldon Riley were secretly dating.

Renee Bargh returned to Los Angeles to resume her role on E! News after The Voice Australia blind auditions finished filming in February.

The Voice Australia has become the latest television project to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

As the deadly coronavirus spreads around the world, the Prime Minster emerged from his Parliament House office at 9am and told Australians how he plans to keep them safe.

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.

Netflix's market value surpassed oil-giant Exxon Mobil this week. At Thursday's close, Netflix's market value was about $183 billion, and Exxon Mobil's was about $175 billion. Netflix has benefited as the coronavirus pandemic has kept many consumers in their homes. Exxon has been weighed down by the falling price of oil. Watch Netflix and Exxon Mobil trade live on Markets Insider. Read more on Business Insider.The coronavirus pandemic has sent Netflix stock to new highs, and now its market value has surpassed that of Exxon Mobil, the US oil giant. Netflix stock gained 3% on Thursday to roughly $439 per share, bringing its market capitalization to about $183 billion at market close. Exxon Mobil fell more than 3% Thursday to $39.15 per share, bringing its market value to about $175 billion at

Chipotle's digital sales grew more than 102% in March, as customers sheltered-in-place, ordering burritos for delivery or pick-up. Chipotle anticipates digital growth to continue to pay off after the pandemic ends, with CEO Brian Niccol saying he expects to see dining rooms begin to reopen "in the next month or two." "Our rewards database just went from 8 million to 12 million," Niccol said. "And that's going to be a very valuable asset." Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.As the restaurant industry faces plunging sales and massive layoffs, mobile apps and digital as rare prospects for growth. On Tuesday, Chipotle reported that its digital sales grew 80.8% in the most recent quarter, accounting for 26.3% of all sales as dining rooms shuttered and customers sheltered in place.

China smartphone market underwent its highest decline in the January-March period due to the impact of coronavirus pandemic and Huawei was the only smartphone player that achieved positive growth (year-on-year), a new report said on Wednesday.Smartphone sales in China fell by 22% (YoY) and 24% (quarter-on-quarter) in Q1 2020, according to Counterpoint's Market Pulse-Monthly Smartphone Sales Tracking service.The top five -- Huawei, OPPO, Vivo, Xiaomi and Apple - accounted for a record 93% of the market, up by six percentage points compared to last year.The market share of Huawei rose to near 40 per cent during the COVID-19 crisis."The drastic fall in Q1 China market was primarily dragged down by the dismal sales of smartphones in February (negative 35%), when the country was severely impacted

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Maharashtra accounts for the highest number of Coronavirus infections in India.Despite that, almost half of the residents in the state continue to go to their offices, according to Covid-19 mobility report by Google. The report reveals that 47% employees in Maharashtra went to work between March 15 and April 26.The State Police helped companies to shift the equipment from office premises to employees’ residence.Overall, there was a 40% decline in people visiting their places of work. Maharashtra accounts for the highest number of Coronavirus infections in India. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the total infections in the state stood at 12,974, including 548 deaths, as on May 4, 2020. Despite that, almost half of

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

Jonathan Ross is one of the 300 master sommeliers in the world: He is an educator for the Guild of Sommeliers, an examiner for the Court of Master Sommeliers, and sits on multiple wine investment advisory boards, as well as founded Micro Wines.He says that although the alcohol industry is booming for large retailers, small businesses are struggling to find ways to stay afloat.Many smaller retailers and restaurants are turning to creative ways of staying open, including virtual tastings, delivery, and designer happy hours.Support your local restaurants and wine sellers now if you want them to survive this lockdown period.Click here for more BI Prime stories.With a substantial amount of lockdown time under our belts, people around the world have found creative ways to remain social, active,

75564832Plagued by bankruptcy filings, food poisoning incidents, and millennial disdain, buffets were struggling well before the coronavirus pandemic began.From 1998 to 2017, the number of buffet restaurants decreased by 26% while the number of overall restaurants grew by 22%.That decline may well be made worse by trends that are accelerating across the food industry: towards faster, more convenient, to-go options.Buffets will also have the hardest time convincing diners that they're safe after the pandemic— and rebuilding consumer trust will be key to restaurants' recovery.But buffets may have a chance if they expand takeout and delivery options, and pivot to cafeteria-style service.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.The coronavirus pandemic has been devastating for restaurants

Mako Vunipola was 'gutted' at missing out on a 60th Test cap due to England's decision to stand him down over the coronavirus scare. He played for Saracens on Saturday instead.

Two tries from Luke Morahan and 13 points from the boot of Callum Sheedy ensured Bristol made history with a 28-15 win over Harlequins, earning five Premiership wins in a row.

EXCLUSIVE: The Six Nations television rights auction has been put on hold due to the mass postponements caused by the coronavirus outbreak this week. Broadcasters were expecting feedback.

Europe's premier rugby competition is set to be postponed indefinitely at an EPCR board meeting on Monday. The Champions Cup quarter-finals were scheduled for early next month.

As of Sunday night, most clubs were still gathering their players for training on Monday morning, despite the impending news.

CHRIS FOY - WORLD OF RUGBY: Very few sports have the monetary resilience to withstand this crisis and rugby certainly isn't one of them.

Gallagher Premiership club Leicester Tigers are no longer up for sale. The Tigers issued a statement on Wednesday confirming an end to the formal sale process.

WILL KELLEHER: The RFU have prematurely ended all rugby in England at all levels - aside from the Premiership - in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY NIK SIMON: Only seven days ago, Jack Nowell still had a note in his diary earmarking this weekend as the time for him to return to Exeter's starting team.

The RFU fear they will lose up to £50m in revenue during the coronavirus pandemic without the use of their prize asset, Twickenham stadium.

Marland Yarde is set to be offered a new contract by Sale after his rehabilitation work with Danny Welbeck paid off. The England winger was out of action for a year with an horrific knee injury.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY WILL KELLEHER: Life in the lockdown is exacting enough for everyone - but not many have as many balls to juggle as Gareth Steenson.

The RFU will determine the final places of the Championship - the second tier of domestic competition - with a 'best playing record formula' after ending the season early due to coronavirus.

RFU CEO Bill Sweeney has also said that the Marriott hotel adjoining the stadium could be used to accommodate doctors and nurses, and the north car park for drive through testing.

Multi-million pound losses are expected among the Home Nations if the autumn internationals cannot go ahead due to coronavirus - which could send rugby into financial meltdown.

The Scottish Rugby Union this week proposed reductions ranging from 10 to 25 per cent over a five-month period for all players earning more than £50,000 in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

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

Premiership Rugby is facing a huge drop in the value of its broadcasting rights because it failed to agree a new deal with either BT Sport or Sky before the coronavirus crisis.