Ayaneo Phone confirmed in a teaser featuring retro Remake branding
Ayaneo is best known for its retro gaming handhelds, but the company has now confirmed its first phone will be coming soon. Ayaneo briefly teased that it was working on a phone back in August during the event where it unveiled the dual-screen Pocket DS. Of course, many of the company’s gaming handhelds run a […]
Helicopter crash victim named by family
A man who died in a helicopter crash in Doncaster on Thursday has been named as Peter Smith, 70.
Man who died in helicopter crash near Doncaster named
The 70-year-old man who died after a helicopter crash near Doncaster has been named as Peter Smith. 
Thousands of poorest Scots to receive free weight-loss jabs in trial
Up to 5,000 people in Scotland will take the injections as part of a multi-million pound study being led by Glasgow University.
Ukrainian troops 'start surrendering' in key city but Kyiv says situation 'dynamic'
Ukrainian soldiers encircled by Russian forces in the key eastern city of Pokrovsk have started surrendering, the defence ministry in Moscow claims.
Canoeist and OnlyFans creator criticises two-year ban over 'explicit' Instagram video
Canoeist Kurts Adams Rozentals has criticised the decision by his governing body, Paddle UK, to ban him for two years, as the OnlyFans creator insisted an "edgy" video he posted on Instagram was not explicit.
Canadian PM Carney apologises to Trump over anti-tariff ad
Carney told Trump the commercial, which quoted Ronald Reagan, was "not something I would have done".
Tanzania president wins election as hundreds feared dead in unrest
Demonstrations continued on Friday as young protesters denounced the election as unfair.
LG’s brilliant B5 OLED TV is already down to just $530 for Black Friday
Best Buy’s early Black Friday deals are already live, with discounts to be had on everything from smartphones and gaming PCs to wireless headphones. If you’re in the market for a new 4K TV, Best Buy is also offering an exclusive doorbuster deal on LG’s 48-inch B5 OLED, bringing the price of the 4K TV […]
Meet the underground squad with the lives of countless citizens in their hands
"Follow me and be careful," says the commander, as he leads us down a narrow path in the dead of night.
India and SA prepare for game-changing World Cup final
There is history on the line as India and South Africa prepare for the Women's World Cup final on Sunday, with a new winner guaranteed for the first time in 25 years.
After Andrew saga, has politicians' 'no-comment' approach to royals had its day?
For years, ministers avoided speaking about the royal row - but this could be a turning point, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
You wish your phone had the Oppo Find X9 Pro’s battery life
Whenever I review a phone, one of the first things I do after setting it up is charge it to full and then just… let it run, using it as my only phone for as long as I can, resisting every urge to charge it along the way. The Oppo Find X9 Pro lasted for […]
The Playdate is a great indie puzzle machine
We're living in a wonderful period for puzzle games. Seemingly everyone, from The New York Times to Linkedin, has fun puzzles to play, so every morning I have plenty of options to accompany my first coffee of the day. Lately, though, much of my daily puzzle time has come from an unlikely source: the Playdate. […]
Nine dead in crowd crush at temple in India
Nine people have died in a crowd surge at a popular Hindu temple in southern India, authorities have said.
Why England fans should not lose Ashes hope despite ODI series defeat
England's batting was concerning in their 3-0 ODI series defeat by New Zealand but it does not mean fans should give up Ashes hope, writes Matthew Henry.
Car spotted leaving Royal Lodge as Andrew faces growing pressure over Epstein links
A Land Rover was spotted leaving Royal Lodge - the home of Andrew Mountbatten Windsor - on Saturday morning, as more US politicians call for him to testify before a congressional committee.
Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies age 73
The defender played for Aberdeen, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur but is best remembered for a cynical foul which changed the laws of the game.
Police seize £1.1bn from Campari owner over alleged tax evasion
The spirit manufacturer's parent firm is accused of failing to declare a similar amount in tax during a merger.
Foreign secretary calls for immediate ceasefire in Sudan after reported massacre
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has joined calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan after tens of thousands of people were reportedly killed in the city of Al Fashir.
Andrew should answer Epstein questions in US, Democrats say
Members of a panel investigating late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein say the former prince should "come clean".
Young women should not join Army, says mother of soldier who took her life
The mum of soldier who was sexually assaulted says the Army "protects themselves" and not recruits.
Canada's prime minister apologises to Trump over anti-tariff advert
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has apologised to Donald Trump over an anti-tariff advert featuring a clip of Ronald Reagan.
Why Sarah Ferguson, Beatrice and Eugenie can't escape the taint of family scandal
The scandal engulfing Andrew is of his own making but has had a profound impact on his immediate family.
Billion-dollar Grand Egyptian Museum opens, displaying full Tutankhamun collection for first time
A trove of golden treasures and antiquities detailing life in ancient Egypt will go on public display at Cairo's record-breaking new museum.
Batting costs England again as NZ seal 3-0 sweep
New Zealand seal a 3-0 series sweep by edging to a two-wicket win in the third one-day international in Wellington, following another England top-order collapse.
Robotic lawnmower uses AI to dodge cats, toys

The Sunseeker Elite X5 can mow on its own, but it doesn't come cheap

The tentacles of AI seem to be reaching everywhere, even to the humble lawnmower. We tested the Sunseeker Elite X5, a robotic mower that uses machine learning to steer around your lawn, to see what happens when artificial intelligence meets whirling blades of doom.…

She's a pop star, he's a former PM - why Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau just might work
Both the former Canadian prime minister and the California Girl singer have been through high and lows of public opinion.
Woman, 38, charged in connection with Louvre jewellery heist
A 38-year-old woman has been charged in connection with the Louvre jewellery heist in Paris, according to local media.
Israel says latest remains returned from Gaza are not hostages
The remains of three people transferred to Israel from Gaza do not belong to any of the missing hostages, according to reports by Israeli sources.
'From black and white football to full colour' - Emery's three years at Villa
As Unai Emery marks three years at Aston Villa, Guillem Balague looks at his journey to Villa Park and his bid to "awaken the giant".
Meet the 'silver influencers' taking TikTok and Instagram by storm
Older women are carving out a niche online for people who want authentic content.
Hundreds feared dead in days of protests after disputed Tanzanian elections
Hundreds of people are feared dead after days of protests over Tanzania's disputed election, which incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan was declared to have won with nearly 98% of the vote.
England's 'make or break' week - Wane's big calls in bid to save Ashes
With Jack Welsby out, AJ Brimson in and Harry Smith recalled, England head coach Shaun Wane has made big decisions as he seeks victory over Australia. BBC Sport takes a closer look at those calls.
Number of Irish citizens deported from US rises by more than 50%
New figures show more Irish citizens are being deported from the US, amid a crackdown by immigration officials.
Pickford on England records, World Cup dream & love of motocross
Jordan Pickford sits down with Kelly Somers to discuss life at Everton, keeping clean sheets for England, a World Cup dream and a love of motocross.
Andrew's move out of Royal Lodge may not happen until new year
There are also no plans to formally remove Andrew from the line of succession, the government says.
Cruise cancelled following death of woman left behind on island
The Coral Adventurer was just two days into a 60-day voyage at the time of Suzanne Rees' death.
'It feels like the wilderness here now': The communities shredded and still stranded by Hurricane Melissa
The death toll in Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa could rise, with certain communities still marooned from the rest of the island, according to the police chief for the worst-affected area. 
Halloween 2025: All the celebrity costumes at Heidi Klum's party
Stars showed out in their Halloween best at Heidi Klum's annual party.
Narrow Dodgers win sets up World Series decider
The Los Angeles Dodgers bounce back to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 and set up a deciding seventh game in the World Series after tying the series at 3-3.
Scavenging for food in streets - desperation takes hold in Jamaica after hurricane
People in Black River haven't seen any aid and told the BBC that they are fighting to survive.
'Plan your exit like a celebrity' - why young people are being encouraged to write wills
At the start of Will Aid, young people are being encouraged to make their dying wishes known.
How two brothers helped propel grime into the mainstream
They changed the face of British music when they formed the label after their rap crew disbanded.
'Nobody owns the sand': The 12-metre fence dividing an affluent beach town
Residents in Sandbanks are arguing over access to a beach which has been fenced off by homeowners.
Reform councillor defects to Tories after becoming 'uncomfortable' with party
A Reform UK councillor has defected to the Tories after becoming "uncomfortable" with Nigel Farage's party.
'I was accused of spying and beaten' - a boy's escape from captured Sudan city
A 12-year-old tells the BBC that in the chaos he lost contact with his family and is now on his own at a camp.
Homes without lounges now a reality for renters
Nearly a third of homes advertised on a property sharing website had no living room.
At 21, I was crushed by a stranger's joke about going bald. Then the way I looked at myself changed
There are multiple ways for men to combat hair loss now, but should they have to?
Hand of Moscow? The men jailed for vandalism in French hybrid warfare case
Three Bulgarians are jailed for painting red hands on France's Holocaust Memorial in a suspected case of Russian "destabilisation".
Strictly pros transform into ghouls for Halloween week - and a Celebrity Traitor guest stars
It comes as speculation continues over who will replace presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.
Forget the gym - a 'cultural workout' could be the key to better health
Culture lovers have long believed in the healing power art. Now, science has caught up, with new research showing it has measurable benefits on the body.
Satellite images show US military edging closer to Venezuela - as questions raised about Trump's intentions
Satellite images of a US military ship just under 200km from the coastline of Venezuela, carrying out military drills, have been verified by Sky News.
Autocrats vs. Democrats: Launch Week Highlights
Media moments and key discussions from the book’s first week.
'Downfall of a prince' and 'something completely Python'
The loss of Andrew's titles continues to dominate the papers on Saturday morning.
Luton beat Forest Green in rollercoaster seven-goal tie
Luton Town reach the FA Cup second round with an injury-time winner after Forest Green Rovers stage a remarkable comeback from three goals down in a thrilling first-round encounter.
Hosting or going to a fireworks display tonight? You should probably read this
The number of children being seriously injured as a result of fireworks is at the highest level in over a decade, according to data from the Children's Burns Trust.
Several hundred feared dead as Tanzania election protests continue
A diplomatic source tells the BBC there is credible evidence that at least 500 people have been killed.
Prosecutors get new information about 2007 murder of Meredith Kercher
New information has been received about the 2007 murder of British student Meredith Kercher, sources have confirmed to Sky News.
In the Firing Line
My recent conversation with Margaret Hoover.
GTA VI developer accused of union busting in mass firings
Rockstar Games, the developer of Grand Theft Auto VI, fired between 30 to 40 employees on Thursday, as previously reported by Bloomberg. According to the Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain (IWGB), all of the employees fired were part of a private trade union Discord chat and were either already union members or attempting to organize a […]
Thousands gather in Serbia as student-led movement marks anniversary of tragedy
Tens of thousands of people are expected to gather to mark the anniversary of a major disaster in Serbia, a year after a canopy collapsed outside a train station and killed 16 people.
Tchéky Karyo, star of Nikita and The Missing, dies at 72
The French actor was known for supporting roles in films that spanned nearly 40 years.
Canoeist banned for 'explicit' social media post
A British canoeist is banned for two years for posting "explicit" footage of himself on social media.
Being dropped for Hampton 'felt unjust' - Earps
Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps claims she told Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman she was rewarding "bad behaviour" when she recalled Hannah Hampton to the squad despite previously dropping her.
Email exchange between Andrew and Epstein released in court papers - after King strips him of titles
Newly revealed emails show Andrew Mountbatten Windsor told Jeffrey Epstein it would be "good to catch up in person" months after the paedophile financier was released from prison.
Sinner beats Shelton to reach Paris semi-finals
Jannik Sinner moves a step closer to regaining world number one status with victory over Ben Shelton at the Paris Masters, while there are also wins for Alexander Bublik and Felix Auger-Aliassime.
CCTV footage shows dramatic moment train crashes into lorry at level crossing
CCTV footage showing a train dramatically crashing into a lorry at a level crossing has been released in the hopes it will serve as a warning to drivers.
Trump calls Nigeria 'country of particular concern' due to 'slaughter' of Christians
Donald Trump has said he is designating Nigeria a "country of particular concern" as "thousands of Christians" are being killed there.
Nigeria responds to Trump's threat of military action
Nigeria has responded to Donald Trump's threat of military action by suggesting it would welcome help tackling Islamist insurgents, but insists America must respect its sovereignty.
Here are the shipping and return policies for all the big-name retailers
With the holidays quickly approaching, everyone will soon be on the hunt for gifts and the fastest way to get them. Thankfully, many retailers offer generous shipping policies for their products, with some even providing free two-day shipping or even same-day delivery if you’re willing to pay a little extra. And just in case the gift […]

Spooky News: BorgBackup 1.4.2 was just released!

Some fixes, some new features, support for latest Python and msgpack releases.

Details:

github.com/borgbackup/borg/rel

AI blew open software security, now OpenAI wants to fix it with an agent called Aardvark

AI promises to find bugs and gaps in your apps

After helping expand the modern software attack surface with the rise of AI services prone to data poisoning and prompt injection, OpenAI has thrown a bone to cyber defenders.…

Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps announces 'happy' same-sex relationship
Earps has been supported and encouraged by her former Lionesses teammates to open up about her sexuality.
Datacenter biz and nuke startup join forces for Texas AI ranch

The bit barn will run on gas power first.

Texas is set to get another nuclear-powered datacenter project thanks to Blue Energy and Crusoe, but any atomic action isn't likely until the next decade.…

Double murderer jailed for stabbing pregnant girlfriend
Shaine March is sentenced to life with a minimum term of 42 years for killing Alana Odysseos.
Microsoft releases an Xbox Full Screen Experience preview for the MSI Claw
Microsoft’s new Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE), which adds a console-like navigation experience to Windows PC gaming handhelds, is coming to another family of devices: the MSI Claw. As part of the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build, Microsoft is rolling out support for the Xbox FSE in preview to “MSI Claw models” today, the […]
Ransomware gang runs ads for Microsoft Teams to pwn victims

You click and think you're getting a download page, but get malware instead

Imagine searching for Microsoft Teams, seeing a text link at the top of the results, visiting it, and then getting hit with malware. The Rhysida ransomware gang, an especially insidious criminal organization that has stolen millions of people's info, has been placing fake ads for Microsoft Teams in search engines and then infecting victims who make the mistake of clicking them.…

Windows 11 tests Bluetooth audio sharing that connects two headsets at once
Microsoft is bringing shared audio to Windows 11, allowing you to stream audio across two pairs of wireless headphones, speakers, earbuds, or hearing aids. The feature is built using the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio codec, and it’s rolling out in preview to Windows 11 Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels. Shared audio comes […]
Dolby Atmos arrives in the new, affordable China-exclusive Hyundai Elexio
Dolby Atmos, the dominant name behind spatial audio in theaters and the home, has become a fixture in luxury cars from the likes of Mercedes-Benz, Rivian, Cadillac, and Lucid priced upwards of $70,000. But now, Hyundai is including Dolby Atmos audio in the new entry-level Elexio EV - a China-exclusive (for now) SUV that costs […]
'No inch here was spared': Hurricane Melissa destroys Jamaica town
The BBC’s Nada Tawfik reports from Black River, where the strongest storm to hit the country in modern history has left scenes of desperation.
Premier League breaks Boxing Day fixture tradition
The Premier League has confirmed only one game will take place on Boxing Day this year.
Bose headphones and earbuds return to all-time lows for Black Friday
It’s almost November, and to celebrate, retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy are dropping early Black Friday deals on everything from Apple devices to smartphones and video games. We’re also seeing some great deals on Bose headphones and earbuds, with many of the discounts matching previous all-time lows. Take, for instance, the latest Bose […]
Only one Boxing Day game because of Uefa - Premier League
The "expansion of European club competitions" has led to there being just one top-flight game on 26 December, says the Premier League.
More than 60,000 flee Sudanese city after its capture by RSF militia - UN
El-Fasher is under the control of paramilitaries accused of mass executions and crimes against humanity.
Hackers threaten to leak ‘woke’ University of Pennsylvania student data
“We got hacked,” members of the University of Pennsylvania community were told in the subject line of several emails sent from addresses linked to its Graduate School of Education. The sender, apparently, was the potential hacker or hackers themselves. “The University of Pennsylvania is a dogshit elitist institution full of woke retards,” said the emails, […]
What will happen to Sarah Ferguson and the princesses as Andrew loses titles?
The language of Buckingham Palace's statement is "very brutal", royal historian Kelly Swaby tells the BBC.
Dave dethrones Taylor Swift as new album sets rap records
The Boy Who Played the Harp dethrones Taylor Swift and keeps Lily Allen off the top spot.
Should Prince Andrew Drive be renamed? Divided residents suggest other royals to honour
"I hate it," Shirley told us.
Adobe’s experimental AI tool can edit entire videos using one frame
Adobe demonstrated some of the experimental AI tools it’s working on at its Max conference that provide new ways to intuitively edit photos, videos, and audio. These experiments, called “sneaks,” include tools that instantly apply any changes you make to one frame across an entire video, easily manipulate light in images, and correct mispronunciations in […]
YouTube's AI moderator pulls Windows 11 workaround videos, calls them dangerous

Creators baffled as videos on local accounts, unsupported PCs vanish under ‘harmful acts’ rule

Is installing Windows 11 with a local account or on unsupported hardware harmful or dangerous? YouTube's AI moderation system seems to think so, as it has started pulling videos that show users how to sidestep Microsoft's setup restrictions.…

A word about comments and forums...

Our house, our rules

One of the biggest surprises of my tenure at El Reg so far is the activity in our forums and article comments. Reg readers are engaged, opinionated, and unafraid to express themselves. I love this. Thank you for reading, and for commenting.…

Quantum computers reveal that the wave function is a real thing
The uncertainty inherent to quantum mechanics has long left physicists wondering whether the observations we make on the quantum level reflect reality - a new test suggests they do
Big Tech Needs $2 Trillion In AI Revenue By 2030 or They Wasted Their Capex

As I've established again and again, we are in an AI bubble, and no, I cannot tell you when the bubble will pop, because we're in the stupidest financial era since the great financial crisis — though, I hope, not quite as severe in its eventually

Palace fixture pile-up 'irresponsible' - Glasner
Manager Oliver Glasner says it would be "irresponsible" for Crystal Palace to play two games in three days following a fixture pile-up after reaching the EFL Cup quarter-finals.
Dutch centrist Rob Jetten claims victory in neck-and-neck election race
Jetten said his D66 liberal party had achieved a historic result after vote analysis indicated it could be beaten.
The houses on the sprawling Sandringham Estate that could become Andrew's next home
The sprawling Norfolk estate is home to several properties - here is a look at where Andrew might be moving in.
South Africa hits back at US refugee plan to favour white Afrikaners
Pretoria rubbishes claims of a white genocide and quotes prominent Afrikaners who dub Trump's plans racist.
Microsoft Task Manager now tasking PCs with running multiple copies of itself

The once fearsome process killer is now a leaker of resources

Microsoft's ability to add bugs in the most unexpected of places has continued into its latest update to Windows 11, which spawns multiple copies of Task Manager, sucking down resources you'd normally use Task Manager to kill.…

Man pushed on to train tracks at railway station
British Transport Police have released a CCTV image of a woman they wish to speak to after a man was pushed on to the tracks at a railway station.
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