Judges order new inquiry into MI5 false evidence exposed by BBC
Earlier investigations into evidence in case of neo-Nazi state agent were "deficient", judges rule.
23andMe's new owner says your DNA is safe this time

Nonprofit TTAM assures everything is BAU. Whether that makes customers feel better is another matter

The medical research nonprofit vying to buy 23andMe is informing existing customers that it plans to complete the deal on July 8.…

Five things we now know about the fire that shut Heathrow down
A report into a fire that resulted in Heathrow Airport shutting down for nearly a day has been released - what are the key findings?
Microsoft cancels its Perfect Dark and Everwild Xbox games
Microsoft is canceling its Perfect Dark and Everwild games as part of sweeping cuts to its Xbox division. Matt Booty, Xbox president of game content and studios, revealed that Microsoft will be closing The Initiative, the studio behind Perfect Dark, in an internal memo to Xbox employees today. The cuts are part of layoffs affecting […]
Microsoft’s Forza Motorsport developer hit hard by Xbox cuts
Microsoft announced layoffs today affecting as many as 9,000 employees, and as part of the changes, more than 70 people will be let go at Forza Motorsport developer Turn 10 Studios, according to a source familiar with the situation. The cuts were made on a call with Microsoft HR representatives this morning, and are hitting […]
Lorde’s new CD is so transparent that stereos can’t even read it
Lorde fans are clearly struggling to play the CD version of her new album. Customers who purchased the special edition of Virgin released on a transparent plastic disc are reporting on Reddit and TikTok that many CD players, car stereos, and other sound systems they’ve tried are unable to play it. The transparent CD, promoted […]
Covid care home policy was 'least worst decision' says Hancock
Former health secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government's attempt to throw a protective ring around care homes in early 2020 was empty rhetoric.
Huawei can't wriggle out of Iran sanctions trial, judge rules

Dismissal bid denied as 16-count indictment moves toward trial in May 2026

Huawei will still have to face trial in the US next year over alleged breaches of sanctions against Iran after a judge declined its request to dismiss various charges.…

'I don't want to forget Jodie': Family of grooming gang victim call for case to be reopened after 'failings'
The family of a woman who conceived a baby after being groomed by a gang in Stoke-on-Trent are calling for the police to reopen her case, saying she was "failed all those years ago".
Jurassic World Rebirth needs some more time in the incubator
The entire point of Jurassic World Rebirth is to get the franchise back into audiences' good graces with a new set of characters and a story meant to tap into the spectacular energy that made the original such a huge hit. All the same ingredients are there - dinosaurs running amok in a tropical paradise, […]
New Horizons images enable first test of interstellar navigation
By looking at the shifting of stars in photos from the New Horizons probe, astronomers have calculated its position in the galaxy – a technique that could be useful for interstellar missions
Former head of Royal Navy sacked
The former head of the Royal Navy Admiral Sir Ben Key has been sacked following an investigation.
Morgan can play 'wherever he wants' - Lions head coach Farrell
Andy Farrell jokes that Wales flanker Jac Morgan can play "wherever he wants" in the British and Irish Lions back row after his stellar display in the win over Queensland Reds.
Everything we know so far about The Devil Wears Prada 2
Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci are all set to reprise their original roles.
Amazon’s Echo Hub has plunged to a new low price ahead of Prime Day
Amazon’s early Prime Day sale started off slow, but as the event draws closer to its official kickoff on July 8th, it’s beginning to pick up steam. Right now, for example, Prime members can grab an Amazon Echo Hub at Amazon for just $119.99 ($60 off), marking a new low price. As you might expect, […]
Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire
A Hamas official tells the BBC the group is "ready" for a deal if it ends the war, but optimism remains low.
Vegan cheese could be about to get a lot closer to the real thing
A key milk protein for making cheese and yoghurt has been produced in bacteria for the first time, paving the way for better tasting but more sustainable animal-free products
An ancient Egyptian's complete genome has been read for the first time
The genome of a man who lived in Egypt over 4500 years ago offers a new window on the ancient society and hints at connections with Mesopotamia
You’ve been sold a giant myth when it comes to improving your health
Diet and exercise will only get you so far, but there is a magic bullet that could make us all live longer, says professor of global public health Devi Sridhar
Microsoft kicks off new fiscal year with more layoffs

Reports of 9,000 staff cut

Microsoft's recent trend of wide-scale workforce reduction continues, with reports that Redmond is preparing to slash an additional 4 percent of its employees – or around 9,000 people.…

Family of teenage crash victim Harry Dunn want inquiry report published
The teenager's mother is calling for a "full, open and transparent process".
More bad news for Musk as Tesla deliveries miss mark again
Tesla's woes have deepened as latest production and deliveries figures showed a greater fall than expected.
Man pleads guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022
A man has pleaded guilty to murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022.
'Elevated' moisture reading ignored before Heathrow-closing conflagration, says NESO

Datacenters kept humming along, but there's plenty of blame to be passed around elsewhere

The cause of a power outage that cut the juice to London Heathrow airport in March has been identified - along with a chain of failures that allowed it to happen.…

Watch: What it was like inside courtroom when verdict came in
In total, the jury deliberated for 13 hours over three days to come to a unanimous decision on the charges against Combs.
Lions full-back Daly to have X-ray on injured arm
Full-back Elliot Daly will have an X-ray after injuring his forearm in the second half of the British and Irish Lions' win over the Queensland Reds.
Kuenssberg: Starmer's first year ends in shambles, but he could still turn it around
Labour has been failing its basic mission to look like a capable government. And the PM's authority has been given a kick. But insiders have hope for the year ahead
Who testified in the trial?
A look back at some of the key people who gave evidence during the New York trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Microsoft is laying off as many as 9,000 employees
Microsoft confirmed that it’s laying off as many as 9,100 employees, or about four percent of its workforce, in yet another round of cuts this year, reports the Seattle Times. Employees in Microsoft’s Xbox division, known as Microsoft Gaming, are being hit hard by these layoffs, although exact numbers and divisions are not yet known. […]
Last-minute plea deal in Idaho student murders case sparks media storm
The fatal stabbing of four university students in their off-campus home in Idaho stunned America.
Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill bankrolls $85M Space Shuttle shuffle

NASA science might be cut, but cash can be found to move a 'space vehicle' from museum to museum

Lurking in the text contained within the One Big Beautiful Bill, which was passed by the US Senate yesterday, is an $85 million allocation for shifting a "space vehicle" to a new location, widely interpreted as a move of the retired Space Shuttle Discovery orbiter from Virginia to Houston.…

'Victory of all victories': Diddy's lawyers react as jury reach verdict - and sentencing date is set
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been found guilty of transportation for prostitution following a landmark trial in New York - but cleared of more serious charges of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
Cooler weather conditions set in across UK as heatwave ends
While there is some short-lived hot weather in the forecast, cooler conditions are kicking in across the UK.
ICE-tracking app tops App Store
ICEBlock, an app that lets users anonymously report sightings of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials, has soared up App Store charts after receiving criticism from the Trump administration. On Monday, US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem responded to CNN’s coverage of ICEBlock in a post on X, calling it an “obstruction of justice.” Following […]
Nuki’s Smart Lock is a better retrofit door lock
The new Nuki Smart Lock ($159), the company's first designed for US deadbolts, is the most advanced retrofit smart lock I've tested. It features a sleek, compact design that looks and works like a regular doorknob, but it's much more than a doorknob. It can automatically unlock as you approach, lock behind you, unlock using […]
Apple’s alien thriller Invasion is back for season 3 in August
The alien invasion continues, as Apple just confirmed the next season of Invasion will be streaming this summer. The new season will premiere on Apple TV Plus on August 22nd, with weekly episodes running on Fridays through to October 24th. Alongside the announcement, Apple also released a very brief teaser, which, if nothing else, suggests […]
Bob Vylan to no longer headline festival after Glastonbury controversy
Punk rap duo Bob Vylan will no longer headline the Radar Festival in Manchester days after leading chants of "death to the IDF" at Glastonbury.
Hancock accused of insulting 'memory of every COVID victim' over inquiry comments
Former health secretary Matt Hancock has been accused of insulting the "memory of each and every person who died" over his description of the way patients were discharged into care homes during the COVID pandemic.
Rise in Gaza deaths linked to aid distributions by controversial group
Sky News analysis shows that aid distributions by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) are associated with a significant increase in deaths.
Canaletto Venice painting owned by first UK PM sells for record £32m
The painting once adorned the walls of Dowing Street during the tenure of Sir Robert Walpole.
Just 25% of public think Starmer will win next election - with welfare row partly to blame
Only a quarter of British adults think Sir Keir Starmer will win the next general election, as the party's climbdown over welfare cuts affects its standing with the public.
Princess of Wales reveals pressure to put on 'brave face' after cancer diagnosis
The Princess of Wales has spoken of the pressure to put on a "brave face" after being diagnosed with cancer and the intense expectations to "crack on, get back to normal" once treatment is finished.
Impact of Microsoft taking over Enterprise Account renewals starts to 'bite'

Cutting out middle man dents coffers of larger service providers, helps Redmond offset AI investments

The sweeping changes Microsoft is making to its licensing incentives for large service providers is taking hold.…

Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
Catherine says "you put on a sort of brave face" during treatment but afterwards it can also feel "really difficult".
Interstellar visitor spotted hurtling through the solar system
An object thought to have come from another star has been seen entering the solar system at high speed, and is expected to whip around the sun in the coming months
Interstellar comet hurtling through solar system named 3I/ATLAS
An object from another star has been seen entering the solar system at high speed, and is expected to whip around the sun in the coming months
Tesla reports 14 percent drop in second-quarter vehicle deliveries
Tesla sales hit a new low, with the company reporting a 14 percent drop in second-quarter vehicle deliveries compared to a year ago.  The company said that it produced a total of 410,244 vehicles between April–June of this year, including 396,835 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, as well as 13,409 “other vehicles” like the […]
Heathrow considering legal action against National Grid over fire that caused shutdown
Heathrow says it is considering legal action against National Grid following a report into a fire which led the airport to close.
At least 180 aircrew pursuing MoD after cancer diagnoses
Zach Stubbings, who died in January, is one of at least six who have received a settlement from MoD.
Joao Pedro joins Chelsea in time for Club World Cup last eight - why so many forwards?
Joao Pedro could play in Chelsea's Club World Cup quarter-final with Palmeiras after completing his move from Brighton.
Lucy Bronze - the making of England's most decorated player
This is the story of England defender Lucy Bronze, who is no stranger to winning and hopes for more success at Euro 2025.
US drops sanctions on second Russian bulletproof hosting vehicle this year

Aeza Group accused of assisting data bandits and BianLian ransomware crooks

The US Treasury has sanctioned Aeza Group, a Russian bulletproof hosting (BPH) provider, and four of its cronies for enabling ransomware and other cybercriminal activity.…

Recent droughts are 'slow-moving global catastrophe', UN report says
It says drought has compounded poverty, hunger, and energy insecurity worldwide.
Lions score eight tries in win over Queensland Reds
Tommy Freeman scores twice as the British and Irish Lions run in eight tries in a comprehensive victory over the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.
Emotional Reeves a painful watch - and a reminder of tough decisions ahead
It is hard to think of a PMQs like it - it was a painful watch.
DJI gets serious about portable power
After launching its first portable power stations last year, DJI just launched the Power 2000 with double the capacity, more output power, and big scalability. Unlike a fixed Tesla Powerwall solution, DJI’s followup to the Power 1000 I reviewed last year is designed to scale in support of your day-to-day energy needs no matter where […]
Honor launches the ‘world’s thinnest’ foldable
Honor has announced the Magic V5, which it says is the thinnest foldable phone in the world right now — though only if you ignore the raised camera module, and only for its white version. The phone launches today in China, but Honor says an international release is coming “soon.” At 8.8mm thick when folded […]
Google Photos sees several app improvements
The Google Photos app has been updated to make it easier to navigate your gallery and view image information. Google says the photo view — the screen that appears when you open an image in Google Photos — has been redesigned to provide a “simpler, more modern, and more intuitive UI” while adding a new […]
Paramount settles Trump lawsuit with $16m payout
US media group Paramount has agreed to pay $16m (£11.6m) to settle a lawsuit filed by Donald Trump over what he alleged was a misleading interview with the former vice president Kamala Harris.
Who is the Dalai Lama and why does he live in exile?
The Dalai Lama, now 90, remains at the centre of China's complicated relationship with Tibet.
Microsoft's on-prem Exchange and Skype for Business Server go subscription-only

Are you sure you wouldn't rather run in our cloud?

Microsoft has made Subscription Editions (SE) of Exchange Server and Skype for Business Server generally available, marking an end to year-numbered versions.…

Man appears in court charged with murder of pregnant mother
Zak Hughes, 28, from Ardglen Place in north Belfast, is also charged with child destruction.
Prosecutors consider further charges against Lucy Letby
The Crown Prosecution Service is considering a "full file" of evidence submitted by Cheshire Police.
Dalai Lama says he plans to reincarnate - but how is a successor chosen and why is it controversial?
The Dalai Lama says he will have a successor after his death, ending years of speculation over whether he would be the last Tibetan spiritual leader.
Dalai Lama confirms he will have a successor after his death
The exiled leader of Tibetan Buddhism issues a landmark announcement as he turns 90, ending years of uncertainty.
No 10 backs Reeves and says she 'is going nowhere' after tearful Commons appearance
Rachel Reeves has not offered her resignation and is "going nowhere", Downing Street has said, following her tearful appearance in the House of Commons.
Coming to PostgreSQL: On-disk database encryption

Open source initiative aims to offer enterprise security feature without vendor lock-in

Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) is a popular approach to encrypting data at the storage layer, beefing up database security. While PostgreSQL has steadily climbed in popularity – especially among professional developers – it has so far lacked this enterprise feature, at least in open source.…

Chief exec of miscarriage of justice body quits after criticism
The CCRC has come under intense criticism since Andrew Malkinson's wrongful conviction was overturned.
Leverkusen sign Quansah from Liverpool for £35m
Bayer Leverkusen sign defender Jarell Quansah from Liverpool in a £35m deal.
Stunning image of a supernova reveals a dead star that exploded twice
Pictures of a distant supernova remnant show two concentric rings, providing clear evidence that exploding white dwarf stars go boom twice in the blink of an eye
Paramount agrees to pay Trump $16 million, clearing way for multibillion-dollar merger
Paramount has agreed to pay $16 million to resolve President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against its subsidiary CBS, clearing a path for the administration to approve the media giant’s multibillion-dollar merger with Skydance Media. In a statement seen by CNN on Tuesday night, Paramount said the settlement payment is inclusive of Trump’s legal fees and costs, […]
Miscarriages of justice watchdog boss steps down in wake of Andrew Malkinson case
The chief executive of the body that examines miscarriages of justice has resigned as the watchdog tries to rebuild public confidence in the wake of the Andrew Malkinson case.
Saudi sports investor Surj goes extra mile for $20m triathlon stake
The sports investment arm of Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund is buying a stake in the body which organises professional triathlons around the world.
Cl0p cybercrime gang's data exfiltration tool found vulnerable to RCE attacks

Experts say they don't expect the MOVEit menace to do much about it

Security experts have uncovered a hole in Cl0p's data exfiltration tool that could potentially leave the cybercrime group vulnerable to attack.…

Paramount to pay Trump $16m to settle 60 Minutes lawsuit
The media company noted the settlement does not include a statement of apology or regret.
'Silent killer' heatwave thought to have left at least 9 dead in Europe
At least nine people in Europe have died in savage heat this week as a "silent killer" heatwave continues to bake the continent.
Man charged with murder of 93-year-old woman
A man has been charged with the murder of a 93-year-old woman who was found dead at a property in Cornwall.
Kanye West blocked from entering Australia over Hitler song
Kanye West has long sparked controversy over his anti-Semitic remarks and has declared himself a Nazi.
National Grid's maintenance the damning failure identified by report into fire that sparked Heathrow chaos
The reliability of our grid is, it turns out, paper thin.
Diddy jury to keep deliberating after deadlock on most serious charge
The panel has reached a verdict on four of the five counts in the rap mogul's sex trafficking trial.
More criminal charges being considered over baby deaths at Lucy Letby hospitals
The Crown Prosecution Service has said it is considering whether to bring further criminal charges over the deaths of babies at hospitals where Lucy Letby worked.
Prosecutors consider more charges against Lucy Letby
Prosecutors are considering whether to bring further criminal charges against Lucy Letby over the deaths of babies at two hospitals where she worked
Liverpool reject Bayern Munich approach for Diaz
Liverpool reject a formal approach from Bayern Munich for Colombia forward Luis Diaz, who Barcelona also enquired about earlier this summer.
UK eyes new laws as cable sabotage blurs line between war and peace

It might be time to update the Submarine Telegraph Act of 1885

Cyberattacks and undersea cable sabotage are blurring the line between war and peace and exposing holes in UK law, a government minister has warned lawmakers.…

Yellow warning for thunderstorms issued for parts of England and Scotland
A yellow warning for thunderstorms has been issued for parts of the UK.
TSB could disappear from high street after £2.65bn sale to Santander
The bank is set to be integrated into Santander UK which has said there could be job cuts.
There is space for every woman in football, say Wales' first Muslim female referees
Players, supporters and coaches say it is the perfect opportunity for women to take up space in football.
Inquiry finds British committed genocide on Indigenous Australians
It is the country's first formal "truth-telling" inquiry that ran for four years from 2021.
NASA tests shrinking metals to help it find more exoplanets

Mysterious ‘Alloy 30’ gets smaller when heated, which could help stabilize super-sensitive space telescopes

NASA is exploring the properties of a metal alloy that shrinks as it is heated, as boffins in its Astrophysics Division think it may be needed if the planned Habitable Worlds Observatory (HBO) is to succeed.…

AstraZeneca's exit is a frightening prospect for the City and the government
It's a threat that will send a shiver down the spine of Downing Street and shake the City of London to its core.
Murder investigation continues as alleged victim named
Police in South Wales are continuing to investigate an alleged murder in Barry after two teenagers were arrested.
Why Netanyahu only wants a 60-day ceasefire - not a permanent one
In the long Gaza war, this is a significant moment.
MPs vote to proscribe Palestine Action as terrorist organisation
MPs have voted to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation after the group targeted an RAF base and an Israeli defence company's UK headquarters.
Amazon's latest Graviton 4 EC2 instances pack dual 300Gbps NICs

And no, that's not a typo

Amazon Web Services has cooked up a new Graviton 4-powered instance tuned for network-intensive applications like cloud firewalls and load balancers.…

Murderer, 92, to be investigated over cold cases
Ryland Headley, who has been convicted of a decades-old murder, is to be investigated over unsolved offences.
Home nations, heatwave & Swiss 'heart' - what to expect from Euro 2025
BBC Sport takes a look at the key things to expect from Euro 2025 in Switzerland.
'Catastrophic failure' that led to Heathrow power outage revealed
A power outage that shut Heathrow Airport earlier this year, causing travel chaos for more than 270,000 passengers, was caused by a "catastrophic failure" of equipment in a nearby substation, according to a new report.
Humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of Commons
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason and chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman on the welfare bill.
Don't call him Oliver - the British qualifier aiming to stun Alcaraz
From off-the-radar teenager to US college star - British qualifier Oliver Tarvet is aiming to stun Carlos Alcaraz.
The Papers: 'Starmer guts welfare reform' and 'Buggy useless'
Last-minute changes to the welfare cuts bill and migrant channel crossings make Wednesday's front pages.
More...