Russian strikes in Ukraine hit Kyiv and kill two in Odesa
Russia launched 315 drones across the country, including "one of the largest strikes on Kyiv," Zelensky said.
Operation Spider's Web: opening Pandora's Box
Only Ukraine could have come up with something so brilliant. But now everybody can do it
Israel releases photo of Greta Thunberg being deported after Gaza aid boat seized
Greta Thunberg has been deported from Israel after the Gaza-bound aid ship she was on was seized by the country's military.
M&S resumes limited online sales after ransomware attack
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has resumed some online clothes orders six weeks after a damaging cyberattack that the retailer has warned will cost it hundreds of millions of pounds.
Huawei founder says USA overestimates its semiconductor prowess

Ren Zhengfei says his company is a generation behind, but he knows Huawei to catch up

Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei has said the USA overestimates his company’s semiconductor design prowess, which is at least a generation behind rival chipmakers.…

What is Sizewell C – and why is it so controversial?
The UK is one step closer to a new nuclear power plant after the government announced a further £14.2bn in funding.
'This is our city': Furious immigrants vow to 'defend' LA against Trump crackdown
The pop of flash bangs and the drawing of rubber bullet launchers by police sent protesters scattering down streets in downtown LA during a fourth day of demonstrations against Donald Trump's immigration policy.
Apple tries to contain itself with lightweight Linux VMs for macOS

Swift-based containerization framework aims to improve performance and security

Apple on Monday unveiled an open source containerization framework for creating and running Linux container images on the Mac.…

Why the UK has warmed up to nuclear power again
For years nuclear was a dirty word. Now, the tide is turning.
Man made 'assassination kits' from his back garden
Undercover police captured Ronald Knowles delivering pistols and ammunition to a notorious drugs boss.
Ketamine swapped for salt as smugglers exploit Europe loophole in booming market
Crime gangs are using increasingly elaborate routes to traffic the drug across Europe to the UK, the BBC is told.
Exploring the disappearance of over 100,000 Syrians
A look inside one of the most brutal campaigns of state repression in modern history
The Papers: 'It was fuelish' and '£14bn for nuclear'
A majority of papers lead with the chancellor's U-turn on winter fuel payments for pensioners.
Jobless rate above predicted peak as budget tax hikes kick in
The UK's jobless rate ticked up to 4.6% in April while payrolled employment has fallen sharply since, according to official figures covering the period when budget tax hikes on businesses came into effect.
Foreign Office staff told to consider resigning if they disagree over Gaza
More than 300 Foreign Office staff had raised concerns about potential UK "complicity" in Israel's conduct in Gaza.
World fertility rates in 'unprecedented decline', UN says
Hundreds of millions of people are not able to have the number of children they want, the UN warns.
Sizewell C nuclear plant gets £14bn go-ahead from government
The chancellor calls it a "landmark decision" but critics say the government will regret the move.
Everything we know about the protests
Dozens have been arrested after clashes with officers in America's second city, with National Guard members now deployed.
Man charged over abortion drug in partner's drink
A Texas man is being accused of giving his ex-partner the abortion pill without her knowledge.
Thunderstorms and 'intense rainfall' possible this week - and temperatures could break heatwave thresholds
Thunderstorm alerts could be issued this week - with forecasters anticipating "intense rainfall" across parts of the UK.
People do still want to have children, but many can't - here's why
Two in five people over 50 say they have not had as many children as they wanted - with economic issues, health concerns and fears about the state of the world among the main barriers.
China orders trial of aged care robots that can cook, clean, and provide emotional support

Elon Musk suggested this to Beijing years ago

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has ordered extensive trials of intelligent aged care robots.…

Heading to Germany or Switzerland? You'll soon be able to take the train
Eurostar has announced plans to launch direct services from London to Germany and Switzerland.
Sly Stone: A funky life - in pictures
The singer and front man of Sly and the Family Stone was known for his big style and even bigger hair.
HBO and CNN owner Warner Bros Discovery to split in two
The media giant will separate its studio and streaming business away from its cable TV networks.
A day of LA anti-ICE protests in photos
On Monday after a weekend of demonstrations, hundreds of people flocked to Downtown Los Angeles for another round - to support loved ones who've been detained during recent immigration protests or ICE raids, and to face off with National Guard troops deployed by President Donald Trump. Helicopters circled over an event led by unions to […]
Paternity pay in UK is one of the lowest in the developed world, MPs say
The UK has one of the "worst statutory leave offers for fathers and other parents in the developed world", the chairwoman of the Women and Equalities Committee has warned.
Govt commits £14.2bn to new nuclear power station
Fifteen years after the Sizewell C nuclear power station was proposed, the government will announce a £14.2bn commitment to the Suffolk site.
Perfect storm as Trump's mass deportation drive collides with city of immigrants
The clashes over local Ice raids come as the White House orders immigration agents to ramp up enforcement.
Paternity leave is outdated and unequal, MPs say
A report says dads should be paid 80% of earnings and allowed six weeks off work when they have a child.
Teachers can use AI to save time on marking, new guidance says
For the first time teachers in England are receiving guidelines on how they should and shouldn't use AI.
WWDC 2025: all the news from Apple’s annual developer conference
The stakes are higher than usual at this year’s WWDC. Major Apple Intelligence features the company teased at last year’s conference are stalled out, the company got a stern talking-to from a federal judge a couple of months ago over its App Store policies, and then there’s everything going on with tariffs. It’s not an […]
Warning over 'dirty secret' of toxic chemicals on farmers' fields
Campaigners say that farmers' fields are being contaminated by chemicals and microplastics in sewage sludge.
Despair to delight: Lost Rodin 'copy' sells for $1m
A marble sculpture thought to be a copy of an Auguste Rodin work turned out to be the real thing.
Apple’s Liquid Glass was a wild change to my iPhone
After staring at, scrolling through, and puzzling over Apple's new Liquid Glass design language on my iPhone for the better part of an afternoon, I don't hate it. But I also think it needs a little more time in the kiln. Apple announced Liquid Glass on Monday for all of its devices at WWDC 2025. […]
We quit our jobs, sold our home twice and spent 10 years fighting for the truth
A NHS trust and hospital manager have been found guilty of health and safety failings over the death of Alice Figueiredo.
China's electric cars are becoming slicker and cheaper - but is there a deeper cost?
The future for EVs will inevitably involve China. But where does that leave the UK and Europe markets – and what of the questions around national security?
From festivals to weddings: Why drone shows are booming
Light shows involving hundreds and even thousands of drones are becoming big attractions.
Norma - grandmother who had millions of fans on TikTok - dies aged 91
A grandmother who found fame on TikTok for posting funny videos with her granddaughter has died aged 91.
Palestinians say local gunmen and Israeli forces opened fire near Gaza aid site
Witnesses say the gunmen shot at them while organising queues for food near a site run by an Israeli- and US-backed group.
'Bellamy's daring Wales unafraid to lose in pursuit of glory'
Craig Bellamy says he is proud of his team despite his first defeat as Wales head coach.
Apple WWDC 2025: the 13 biggest announcements
Apple packed a bunch of major updates into its annual Worldwide Developer Conference keynote. During the event, the company showed off the sleek design refresh coming to its operating systems, as well as a mix of new features for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, and more. Here’s a roundup of some of the most exciting […]
Jurors in Harvey Weinstein trial reportedly fighting among themselves
The foreperson also says some jurors are considering allegations outside of the realm of the case in their deliberations.
Apple’s big updates for Intel-based Macs will end with Tahoe
Macs equipped with an Intel chip will no longer receive major software updates after the release of macOS Tahoe this fall. During the WWDC Platforms State of the Union keynote, Matthew Firlik, Apple’s senior director of developer relations, announced that macOS Tahoe “will be the final release for Intel Macs.” After launching its first in-house […]
You can now try Microsoft’s new Start menu for Windows 11
Microsoft is now allowing Windows 11 testers to try out a new, larger Start menu that includes a scrollable interface, new views, and more customizability. An early version of the new Start menu first started showing up in Windows 11 builds in April, followed by Microsoft’s official announcement in May. Today’s Dev Channel release lets […]
Apple goes glass whole as it pours new UI everywhere

Annual infomercial spruiks visual change, modest functional enhancements, and a movie

Apple CEO Tim Cook on Monday opened the company's annual developer conference by talking up a forthcoming racing film called “F1”.…

'Opposite of Postecoglou' - what could Spurs expect from 'chef' Frank?
Would Thomas Frank, who has likened managing in the Premier League to being head chef in a high-end restaurant, serve up success at Tottenham?
'Go for it' - Tuchel wants England to 'play with smile'
Thomas Tuchel wants his England team to play as they train when they face Senegal - with smiles on their faces and no thoughts about pressure.
Highlights: Belgium and Wales play out a thriller
Watch all the action as Belgium beat Wales 4-3 in a thrilling World Cup qualifier.
iOS 26’s new ‘adaptive power’ mode dials back performance to save battery
Apple is working on a new “adaptive power” feature in iOS 26 that aims to make your battery last longer. In the iOS 26 developer beta, Apple describes the feature as a way for the iPhone to make “small performance adjustments to extend your battery life,” including by lowering screen brightness and “allowing some activities […]
ICANN waves hands in protest at AFRINIC election arrangement

Worries lawyers overseeing poll may have disqualifying entanglements

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has called for changes to the roster of officials appointed to oversee the forthcoming election at the African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC), the latest twist in a conflict that stretches back years and has left the African regional internet registry in limbo.…

Ukraine and Russia are not just 'kids' fighting, as Trump said.
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How undaunted teenager Miller exuded class in Scotland victory
Motherwell midfielder Lennon Miller put in an eye-catching display as the 18-year-old started his first Scotland game against Liechtenstein.
Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400m defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively
They had been locked in a legal battle since Lively sued Baldoni over their film, It Ends with Us.
As AI gallops through the federal workforce, lawmakers once again call for expanded training

The last effort never went anywhere

AI is here to stay, so representatives Nancy Mace (R-SC) and Shontel Brown (D-OH) have introduced a bill to ensure more US federal government employees are properly trained to use it.…

Sly Stone, leader of Sly and the Family Stone, dies aged 82
The funk music icon died following a "prolonged battle" with COPD and other underlying health issues, his family said.
The biggest changes coming to your iPhone with iOS 26
Apple just announced the next major software update for iPhones: iOS 26 (a jump from what, until recently, was expected to be called iOS 19), and it’s packed with a whole bunch of new features for your phone. The biggest change is a new design, but there are lots of smaller improvements and additions as […]
Retroid’s $69 second screen is ready for your favorite DS games
The Nintendo DS was a wildly successful console, but emulating its unique dual screen design on modern handhelds is a challenge. You can try to squeeze both screens onto a single touchscreen, attempt to completely recreate the DS’ unique hardware, or do what Retroid is doing and release a temporary clamp-on, secondary screen that’s compatible […]
Boy stabbed to death was 'funny, caring and hardworking', family say
A "funny, caring and hardworking" 14-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed in north Manchester has been named as Ibrahima Seck.
The five considerable problems with the chancellor's U-turn on winter fuel payments
There are considerable problems with the winter fuel payment U-turn, but perhaps the political argument in favour outweighs them all?
BBC Verify examines tunnels footage after IDF says Hamas leader body found
The IDF have released new footage that they say shows the underground tunnel network underneath the European hospital in southern Gaza. BBC Verify pieces together the evidence.
The Day Of The Jackal author Frederick Forsyth dies
Forsyth, who sold 75 million books, is remembered as "one of the world's greatest thriller writers".
Predator: Killer of Killers is a short and sweet joyride through the franchise’s secret past
With Prey, director Dan Trachtenberg revitalized the Predator franchise and showed us all how wildly thrilling its central conceit could still be with just a little bit of reworking. Prey took the classic Predator story and made it feel new by focusing on the past and framing its alien characters' excursions to Earth as part […]
Omni-Path is back on the AI and HPC menu in a new challenge to Nvidia's InfiniBand

After a five-year hiatus, Cornelis' interconnect returns at 400Gbps, with Ethernet support next

Five years after Intel spun off its Omni-Path interconnect tech into Cornelis Networks, its 400Gbps CN5000 line of switches and NICs is finally ready to do battle with its long-time rival, Nvidia's InfiniBand.…

Roku is testing a new look
Roku is experimenting with a new homepage that aims to make it easier to jump into your favorite apps and discover new things to watch. The test is rolling out to a small number of Roku users now and adds new sections like Quick Access, which automatically populates with the apps you visit the most. […]
Waymo problems in La La Land as robotaxis set aflame

Services locked down in America's second-largest city

Video  Five Waymo robotaxis were torched on Sunday during protests against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency's efforts to detain and deport suspected undocumented immigrants.…

Apple’s Liquid Glass redesign doesn’t look like much
Design, to quote a wildly overused Steve Jobs-ism, is how it works. And if that's the case, Apple's new design language, which the company is calling "Liquid Glass" and just announced at WWDC 2025, is really nothing new at all. The Liquid Glass look comes largely from VisionOS, which shipped with a particular constraint: it […]
Sly Stone, pioneer of early funk music, dies
Sly Stone, one of the pioneers of funk music, has died aged 82, his family have said.
Apple CarPlay is getting widgets and message tapbacks this fall with iOS 26
Apple announced sweeping updates to iOS 26 during WWDC 25 that’ll launch this fall, and that extends to CarPlay, its infotainment interface. CarPlay and CarPlay Ultra-compatible cars will reap the benefits of the new update, both in terms of aesthetics and at-a-glance usability. The list of cars that support CarPlay is big, but CarPlay Ultra […]
1.5 TB of James Webb Space Telescope data just hit the internet

Online catalog gives open science access to data from early universe

A NASA-backed project using observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has released more than 1.5 TB of data for open science, offering the largest view deep into the universe available to date.…

NATO chief's speech was meant as a call to arms, but it was also a shameful admission for the alliance
For all the stark warnings and ominous predictions made by the head of NATO today, one key fact remained unmentioned.
R360 rebel circuit is flawed - Premiership boss
The breakaway R360 event, which aims to sign top stars, does not have a clear route to reality say Premiership Rugby bosses.
The first developer betas for iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more are dropping today
The first developer betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and macOS Tahoe are dropping today if you’re eager to try many of the new features and updates that Apple just announced. Everyone will have early access to the new versions of the operating systems when the public betas are […]
How did abuse of vulnerable children go undetected for a decade?
Parents are demanding answers over how Daniel Clarke was able to sexually abuse vulnerable children.
Winter Fuel's Back, Back Again (For Most)
Three-quarters of pensioners to get winter fuel payment after U-turn.
Bafta-winning stars announced for Harry Potter TV show
Katherine Parkinson will play Molly Weasley, with eight more actors announced.
'It will make a lot of difference': Reactions to winter fuel payment U-turn
Pensioners react to the government's decision to change the eligibility rules for winter fuel payments.
Plastic surgeon jailed for life for trying to kill colleague
Jonathan Peter Brooks stabbed Graeme Perks, leaving his colleague with a "95% chance of dying".
Families of missing Ukrainians gather as prisoner exchange begins
The prisoners of war being exchanged are wounded or under 25 years old, President Zelensky says.
Apple’s Spotlight upgrades look like a power-user dream
This year's WWDC is shaping up to be surprisingly focused on power users. There are lots of new personalization ideas, plenty of new ways to move things around on your device, and some new ways to get things done. But Mac power users in particular are going to really fall for two things: the new […]
Kartal wins and Raducanu & Boulter team up as women return to Queen's
Britain's Sonay Kartal secures the biggest win of her career as women's tennis returns to Queen's Club for the first time since 1973.
'Chances missed' to help groomed terrorism suspect
Rhianan Rudd was charged with terrorism offences after being groomed by a US-based neo-Nazi.
Our son was funny and caring, say parents of boy, 14, stabbed to death in Manchester
Ibrahima Seck, who was killed on Sunday, was described as a "smiley, funny" boy by his parents.
Apple’s new Games app lets you challenge your friends
Apple is launching a new app that acts as a central hub for the games and gaming features across its platforms. The new Apple Games app combines Apple Arcade, App Store game recommendations, your App Store game library, and your friends list into a single location. Apple calls it an “all-in-one destination for games and […]
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How mother's boyfriend played 'significant' role in radicalising youngest UK girl to face terror charges
Rhianan Rudd, who took her own life at the age of 16, was the youngest girl in the UK to be charged with terrorist offences. 
Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's defamation claim against former co-star Blake Lively
A judge in the US has dismissed actor Justin Baldoni's $400m (£295m) defamation lawsuit against his It Ends With Us co-star Blake Lively.
iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe are coming this fall
Apple’s next major versions of iOS and macOS, iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26, are set to launch as free updates this fall, the company announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). One major feature across both updates is a new “Liquid Glass” software design that adds a lot of translucency across the operating systems, […]
Americanswers... on 5 Live! Why has Donald Trump sent the National Guard to protests in LA?
The California governor says it’s unnecessary and illegal.
Apple AI boffins puncture AGI hype as reasoning models flail on complex planning

AI 'thinking' may just be an illusion

If you are betting on AGI – artificial general intelligence, the point at which AI models rival human cognition – showing up next year, you may want to adjust your timeline.…

Let them eat junk food: Major organic supplier to Whole Foods, Walmart, hit by cyberattack

United Natural Foods shut down some of its systems on June 5 after spotting network intruders

North American grocery wholesaler United Natural Foods told regulators that a cyber incident temporarily disrupted operations, including its ability to fulfill customer orders.…

Spending review now settled, says Downing Street
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper was the last to agree a deal with Reeves on Monday afternoon.
Apple announces iOS 26 with Liquid Glass redesign
Apple has announced iOS 26, the next version of its iPhone operating system, as part of its suite of announcements at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). It features a complete redesign with Apple’s new “Liquid Glass” design language along with updates to apps across the platform. The announcement also marks a change in how Apple […]
Apple’s visionOS 26 adds PSVR2 controller support and spatial widgets to the Vision Pro
Apple announced the latest major update for its Vision Pro headset during the company’s WWDC 2025 keynote presentation on Monday. It’s now called visionOS 26 to match Apple’s new naming convention for its mobile and desktop operating systems. One of the biggest additions is widgets that appear blended into physical environments, , “integrating seamlessly into […]
A protester tried to interrupt Apple exec Craig Federighi at WWDC
A protester attempted to disrupt the beginning of Apple’s WWDC. At Apple’s in-person event, software chief Craig Federighi was onstage delivering opening remarks to attendees when the protester began shouting. The protester marched in and unzipped his jacket to reveal a keffiyeh. He also held up a badge and appeared to say “I work at […]
Apple has announced tvOS 26
tvOS 26, the latest operating system update for Apple TV hardware, has been unveiled in the roster of announcements made by Apple at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). We’re currently on tvOS 18, so the new tvOS 26 name may confuse some users who were watching out for tvOS 19 announcements. As with the iOS, […]
Man City sign Wolves defender Ait-Nouri for £31m
Manchester City complete the signing of Wolves left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri for £31m.
Apple announces macOS 26 Tahoe with new design
Apple announced a new version of macOS during its WWDC 2025 keynote presentation. The new update, expected later this year, is called macOS 26 Tahoe. Upon release this fall, Tahoe will be available for M-series Mac Pros, Mac Studios, MacBook Pros, and MacBook Airs, with early access to a beta test starting next month. While […]
Apple launches iPadOS 26 with a new look and way better multitasking
The iPad is getting a big refresh this year: Apple just announced the new version of iPadOS, its tablet operating system, at WWDC. (The keynote is still going, actually; Apple dropped its press releases before they were technically announced in the virtual event. We'll keep updating this post as Apple gets to the announcements.) The […]
Apple announces watchOS 26
Apple just announced watchOS 26, the latest version of its Apple Watch operating system, at its 2025 WWDC. It’s been updated with Liquid Glass, Apple’s new transparent design language; a new wrist flick gesture to dismiss notifications; and an AI-powered “Workout Buddy” that gives you pep talks as you exercise. watchOS 26 is the follow-up […]