A member of the House of Lords last seen swimming in a river in Wales has died, police have confirmed.

Major General Mikhail Gudkov was killed in the Kursk region during what Russia's defence ministry described as "combat work".

Arrowhead Game Studios’ Helldivers 2 will make the jump to the Xbox Series X and S consoles on August 26th, costing $39.99. This is the first PlayStation-published title to launch on Xbox. The title will ship with cross play between all platforms. The cooperative PvE third-person shooter was an unexpected hit when it first launched […]

Editor’s note: Amazon Prime Day kicks off on July 8th; however, if you want to get a head start on your online shopping, we’ve rounded up the best early Prime Day deals you can already get. Apple currently sells MacBooks equipped with its own M-series chips in a wide range of sizes and price points. It discontinued […]

Biz needs AI infra for training ever larger models, but something's gotta give

World War Fee  Datacenter operators in Northern Europe say US tariffs and growing global geopolitical instability are inflating costs and causing delays to construction projects.…

At 468-pieces it’s no where near as elaborate as Lego’s buildable Pac-Man machine, but this 6-inch tall Arcade Machine set will only set you back $39.99 when it launches on August 1st, 2025. At this scale Lego wasn’t able to make this arcade machine playable like Pac-Man is, but it still managed to include some […]

No "high risk" music acts will be broadcast live in the future after Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set.

The cost of UK government borrowing falls and the pound rallies as the PM says he works "in lockstep" with Rachel Reeves.

Vendors have reason to celebrate as geopolitics recalibrate

World War Fee  The US has lifted the requirement to secure a license before exporting Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools to China, say EDA vendors.…

Apple's AI capabilities have been less than impressive to date, but there's one new feature coming with iOS 26 that's actually really handy: adding stuff to your calendar with a screenshot. I've been testing this feature out for the past few weeks in the developer beta, and I'm pleased to report that it works, easily […]

'Deserves fair compensation for the valuable and innovative services'? Which ones are those then?

Meta has come out swinging following the European Commission's decision that its pay-or-consent model falls foul of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).…

The decision led to significant delays in police investigations, an inspection says.

Owen Farrell's call-up by father Andy will not only dominate the headlines, but also bring a new sharpness to the British and Irish Lions' preparations for the Wallabies, writes Mike Henson.

Samsung may have inadvertently given us a first look at its upcoming “multifold” device in the latest One UI 8 build update. Some animations spotted by Android Authority show what the trifold Samsung flagship might look like, including the dual-hinge folding mechanism, display layout, camera setup, and NFC location. The device is speculated to be […]

In a 92-minute interview with Tucker Carlson on Monday, RFK Jr. drilled down on his vision for the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Artificial intelligence - arguably, a uselessly vague umbrella term - came up multiple times. (As did conspiracy theories and disinformation on vaccines and autism, the medical establishment, and covid-19 […]

Dr Marwan Sultan was killed along with several family members in a strike on his home.

An analysis of the provenance of the Matarrubilla stone, a large megalith at Valencina in Spain, indicates that the monument’s builders must have had advanced seafaring technology

It's that time again: for a third year running, the summer is looking pretty great for streaming some science fiction. There's just something about cool fictional futures that's a good fit for hot summer days spent indoors, and it seems the various streaming services agree. It's been a pretty good year so far for the […]

The blaze has been raging since Wednesday and fire crews say the conditions are creating new flare-ups, making containment efforts extremely difficult.

MethaneSat was meant to keep track of potent greenhouse gas emissions from oil and gas production.

An estimated 120,000 drivers have been told not to use their vehicles following a fatal accident in France.

Sir Keir Starmer and his health secretary, Wes Streeting, often trumpet the number of extra NHS appointments since they took office as an example of their success, but the figures tell a different story.

The boat was carrying 53 passengers and 12 crew when it sank while on its way to Bali from Java island.

Speaking in 2021, Diogo Jota tells BBC Sport the story of his childhood struggles to play football in his native Portugal.

Diogo Jota scores the winner for Liverpool in a 1-0 victory over Everton at Anfield in April 2025.

Speaking in 2024, Diogo Jota tells BBC Sport his two favourite moments from playing in the FA Cup for both Wolves and Liverpool.

Don't let their kind words sway you – leaders are still up to no good

Ransomware gang Hunters International has shut up shop and offered decryption keys to all victims as a parting favor.…

The BBC has said it will no longer show a live broadcast of "high risk" performances after the controversy over Bob Vylan's Glastonbury gig.

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota has died aged 28. BBC Sport's Phil McNulty pays tribute to the striker's career.

Paying tribute to and looking back at the career of the Liverpool forward Diogo Jota.

Liverpool say they are "devastated" by the "unimaginable loss" of their Portuguese forward Diogo Jota, who has died in a car crash.

The political activist waves to supporters in the public gallery as he appears before a judge.

The chancellor has said she was having a "tough day" yesterday in her first public comments since appearing tearful at Prime Minister's Questions.

Juices the tooling and support for developers and enterprise customers

Canonical has some extra toppings, flavorings, and offers coming for its bigger Java fans – because the suits swallow a lot of the stuff.…

BBC Sport looks at how the work to refresh Mikel Arteta's attacking options at Arsenal is developing.

Trump insists that the new bill will save the US billions, but it has been criticised by his old ally Elon Musk.

Customers booted from system and technical integration missing from upgrade

A UK bank serving charities has come under fire from customers unable to log in or make transactions on its new online platform.…

As the BBC names a beautician who gave illegal jabs, two victims share their story.

Google is giving Workspace users a way to access “Gems” — customizable versions of its Gemini AI assistant that specialize in specific tasks — without opening the Gemini app. Gems are now available directly in the side panel of Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail, allowing users to access custom chatbots they’ve created or […]

Former England captain Owen Farrell is in line for a remarkable call-up to the British and Irish Lions tour of Australia.

Hours before he was killed in a car crash, Diogo Jota shared a poignant final Instagram post.

Ryanair is increasing its underseat bag allowance by 20% after the EU set out proposed new laws for more free baggage.

Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury says he will fight Oleksandr Usyk in a trilogy bout at Wembley Stadium in April 2026.

The singer's latest - Virgin - comes on a transparent disc, which has caused headaches for some.

Light exposure at night may disrupt our body's internal clocks, or circadian rhythms, that keep physiological processes ticking along

How can you guarantee a huge payout from any lottery? Take a cue from combinatorics, and perhaps gather a few wealthy pals, says Jacob Aron

Airlines and France's transport minister has condemned the strikes as unacceptable, at the start of summer holidays.

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota dies in a car crash, aged 28, while on holiday with his family in Spain.

Minimalist glue code offers surprising lifeline for stubborn display setups

A new project addresses one of the biggest differences between how X11 and Wayland work, and that could be a winning combination.…

Liverpool star Diogo Jota has died in a car crash.

The PM insists Rachel Reeves will stay in her job after markets react to her tearful Commons appearance.

A lot can happen during Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs).

A fierce wildfire driven by gale-force winds has torn through southern Crete, forcing the evacuation of more than 1,500 people from homes and hotels.

You probably don't need one, but it's nice to have the option

Let's Encrypt, a certificate authority (CA) known for its free TLS/SSL certificates, has begun issuing digital certificates for IP addresses.…

Backbenchers in the president's party stalled the legislation while objecting to welfare cuts and the impact on US national debt.

Two teenagers have been charged with the murder of a 38-year-old man in South Wales.

Ryanair has warned of 170 flight cancellations, disrupting travel for more than 30,000 passengers, as a French air traffic controllers strike looms.

Rachel Reeves was visibly upset as Keir Starmer came under attack from Kemi Badenoch over welfare bill U-turn.

Crims have cottoned on to a new way to lead you astray

AI-powered chatbots often deliver incorrect information when asked to name the address for major companies’ websites, and threat intelligence business Netcraft thinks that creates an opportunity for criminals.…

A prisoner has been charged with murder after another inmate was found dead in his cell.

India, Japan, USA and Australia see risks and opportunities in rare earths

India, Japan, USA and Australia have launched a “Critical Minerals Initiative” they hope will harden supply chains.…

A BBC investigation uncovers the crippling costs of telecoms services faced by small firms.

Eight of the Roman shoes are at least 30cm (11.8in) long - the equivalent of a UK size 13 to 14.

As Eve's father was being treated at the scene of a crash, those around her were taking photos.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves crying and the cancer recovery of the Princess of Wales top Thursday's papers.

‘Eigen+’ finds instances likely to cause out of memory errors and makes sure they can’t do damage

Alibaba Cloud has revealed a cluster manager it says allows it to run databases more efficiently than its hyperscale rivals.…

We've just had the warmest June on record for England and the second-warmest June for the UK, but will July be similar?

Despite making "significant improvements", Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has lost the "trust and confidence" of some victims of grooming gangs, according to a report by the police watchdog.

A former spending watchdog has been asked to investigate after a new front door was installed at the House of Lords that cost nearly £10m and does not work.

The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role.

A red shipping container sits on the tarmac of Sierra Leone's Queen Elizabeth II Quay, under swinging cranes and towering stacks of similar steel boxes.

Bryan Kohberger, a former criminology student, is set to receive a life sentence for the 2022 murders in a case that shocked America.

Rock icon and heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne is set to perform for devoted fans one last time.

Switzerland head coach Pia Sundhage urged her players to seize a "once-in-a-lifetime moment", so how did they handle the pressure?

Billionaires and multimillionaires around the globe are trading up for more space and luxury.

Four people have been charged after £7m of damage was caused to two Voyager aircraft at RAF Brize Norton.

The chancellor's financial wriggle room has shrunk after welform reforms were watered down.

If you want to get a head start on back-to-school shopping — or upgrade your Apple gear — there are already some great deals worth exploring ahead of Amazon Prime Day. From tablets to smartwatches, the early deals are already starting to trickle in. Prices might drop even further during Amazon’s four-day sales event, sure, […]

Police say the boy failed to resurface after going swimming with friends.

The rapper mouthed to his family "I'm coming home" after being acquitted of the most serious charges.

The second max score this week for Netzilla - not a good look

If you're running the Engineering-Special (ES) builds of Cisco Unified Communications Manager or its Session Management Edition, you need to apply Cisco's urgent patch after someone at Switchzilla made a big mistake.…

Combs will remain behind bars because of his history of violence, the judge said, setting sentencing for October.

Two senior Labour MPs have suggested the prime minister may have to go within months if the government continues to perform poorly.

After Emma Raducanu plays one of her best matches in "a long time", BBC Sport analyses how she can test world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

Seven people are missing after an explosion at a fireworks warehouse.

Racist videos that appear to be created with Google’s AI video generation tool Veo 3 have raked in millions of views across TikTok, according to findings from the nonprofit media watchdog Media Matters. The AI-generated videos uncovered by the organization are filled with racist tropes, many of which target Black people. Media Matters determined that […]

The rapper was convicted of transporting people for prostitution and could be released on bail.

Wimbledon is all about moments and while Katie Boulter is left wondering whether hers will ever come, fellow Briton Sonay Kartal is grasping hers.

Everything you need to know about day four at Wimbledon as Novak Djokovic, Jack Draper and Iga Swiatek continue their campaigns.

But nurses, doctors and health experts say that more funding and extra staff are needed to make it a reality.

The BBC speaks to Tibetans in Aba, which has long been at the heart of resistance to Chinese rule.

The band made headlines with controversial comments on stage at Glastonbury about the IDF.

Whatever the cause, Labour must soon start projecting direction, confidence and grip.

Microsoft’s layoff of roughly 9,000 employees is continuing to have downstream effects at the company’s subsidiaries. Aftermath reports that as many as 100 developers at Blizzard have been impacted, and as a result the studio is winding down development on its mobile tower defense game Warcraft Rumble. In an announcement, Blizzard wrote that while the […]

Former staff expose details of "freak-offs" - drug-fuelled orgies held in luxurious international venues.

Why India captain Shubman Gill's innings was so special, how he repelled England's tactic of bowling straight and the legends he has bettered.

Two flaws in TeleMessage are 'frequent attack vectors for malicious cyber actors'

The US security watchdog CISA has warned that malicious actors are actively exploiting two flaws in the Signal clone TeleMessage TM SGNL, and has directed federal agencies to patch the flaws or discontinue use of the app by July 22.…

A mandatory update for Google’s mid-range Pixel 6A phones is coming next week that is meant to reduce the risk of the battery overheating on some devices. According to a support page post, Google is issuing the mandatory Android 16 update starting July 8 to all Pixel 6A devices. However, only users with “Impacted Devices” […]

On July 2nd, Microsoft announced sweeping layoffs affecting as many as 9,000 employees, and they had a big impact on the company’s Xbox studios. Microsoft cancelled Perfect Dark from The Initiative and closed the studio. Rare’s Everwild, announced in 2019, was cancelled, too. And Forza Motorsport developer Turn 10 Studios will lose more than 70 […]

David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult and Rachel Brosnahan were among those attending the Superman premiere.