Sunday Round Up: Sony, Microsoft, David Cameron, Doctor Who, Serena Williams, Banksy
A motley crew are assembled for this week's Sunday Round up which includes stories on Prime Minister David Cameron, Microsoft executives, Doctor Who, Banksy and Serena Williams.
Prime Minister David Cameron was reportedly left fuming after an interview with Dragon's Den presenter Evan Davies on BBC Radio4, in which his own school days were likened to last month’s riots. The Sunday Mirror reports that Davies asked Cameron if there were similarities between being a member of “a youthful gang that engages in violent behaviour” and the rampaging mobs who brought anarchy to our streets.”
Microsoft executives are set to launch an inquiry into allegations of drunken behaviour and sexual misconduct within the company. According to The Sunday Telegraph, senior executives at the company are worried that the claims could cause lasting damage to the company.
Actor Matt Smith and executive product Stephen Moffat have defended Doctor Who from allegations that the series has become too complicated for its audience. The Sunday Express reports that Smith has admitted however, that even he doesn’t understand the scripts some of the time.
Sir Howard Stringer, CEO at Sony, has claimed that the company’s investment into TV and tablet markets will help the company bounce-back from a bad year. Having announced a lower profit margin than expected - $2bn – The Sunday Telegraph reports that Stringer has pinpointed the two markets as being able to turn around the fortunes for the company.
Graffiti artist Banksy has complained about the portrayal of his feud with another artist, named King Robbo, by a Channel 4 film. The Observer says that Banksy has demanded an investigation as the film implies that he may have put King Robbo into a coma.
Tennis star Serena Williams has launched her own range of nail varnish, according to The Sunday Express. 12 new designs for the range have been created, coming in four different packs.