Chebet sprints past Kipyegon to win 5000m gold
Kenya's Beatrice Chebet wins gold in the women's 5000m with team-mate Faith Kipyegon claiming silver and Italy's Nadia Battocletti takes bronze at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
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H-1B visa fee timeline imposed by US ‘concerning’, says India trade body
Nasscom says the one-day deadline could have 'ripple effects' on the US innovation ecosystem and global job markets.
aljazeera.com
JD Twitch, esteemed Scottish DJ in duo Optimo, dies aged 57
The producer and DJ, real name Keith McIvor, had been diagnosed with an untreatable brain tumour earlier this yearJD Twitch, the Scottish DJ and producer celebrated as one half of the duo Optimo, h...
theguardian.com
KJT shares bronze in heptathlon after dramatic 800m
Great Britain's world champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson shares third place with USA's Taliyah Brooks after her 800m time brings the two equal on 6,581 points overall at the World Athletics Champio...
bbc.com
Around the world in a Free Palestine hoodie
From Uzbekistan’s steppe to the jungle of Colombia, my sweatshirt has evoked Palestinian solidarity all over.
aljazeera.com
GB's Kartal runs Navarro close in BJK Cup semi-final
A battling Sonay Kartal falls to the United States' Emma Navarro, as Great Britain go 1-0 down in the semi-finals of the Billie Jean King Cup.
bbc.com
Boomers think their wealth came from wise choices – this myth needs busting
If Reeves swipes some of the huge gains amassed from property and pensions, the lucky generation cannot argue – but willThe most infamous example of middle-income baby boomers seeking retribution f...
theguardian.com
How to Set Up Your New iPhone (2025)
Welcome to your new Apple smartphone. Here’s how to get the most out of it right out of the box.
wired.com
Johnson-Thompson shares heptathlon bronze in dramatic conclusion
Katarina Johnson-Thompson wins an emotional fourth global heptathlon medal in unprecedented circumstances as she shares world bronze in Tokyo.
bbc.com
GB women reach 4x100m relay final but men botch handover
Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, Success Eduan, Desiree Henry and Daryll Neita qualify for the women's 4x100m relay but a baton blunder between Jona Efoloko and Eugene Amo-Dadzie sees the men's te...
bbc.com
Ireland's O'Connor wins historic world silver medal
Ireland's Kate O'Connor claims a historic silver medal in the women's heptathlon with a superb performance at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
bbc.com
West Ham fans protest and call for board changes
Thousands of West Ham fans protest against how the club is run and call for chairman David Sullivan and vice-chair Karren Brady to leave the Hammers.
bbc.com
‘Dagenham is worried’: London borough in limbo after Smithfield and Billingsgate move axed
Halting of dock redevelopment is big blow to area already hit by uncertainty over Ford site’s futureBehind huge locked gates, the sprawling expanse of concrete and scrubland was supposed to be a hi...
theguardian.com
Shock as USA crash out of 4x400m relay but GB through to final
Olympic champions the USA fail to qualify for the men's 4x400m relay final after a baton blunder but Great Britain's quartet make it through.
bbc.com
‘We noticed how those young women were so vilified’: Nadia Fall on her debut film, Brides
The Young Vic artistic director tells why she wanted to reframe the story of girls lured to Syria to join Islamic StateIn Nadia Fall’s debut feature film, Brides, two teenage girls run away from Br...
theguardian.com
Big Tech Dreams of Putting Data Centers in Space
A sci-fi idea is gaining supporters, from billionaires to city councils. Whether it’s feasible is another matter.
wired.com
Distillation Can Make AI Models Smaller and Cheaper
A fundamental technique lets researchers use a big, expensive model to train another model for less.
wired.com
Sultana accuses Corbyn of 'baseless' character attacks
Former Labour MP hits back in an escalating row between the would-be founders of new left-wing party.
bbc.com
Cyberattack Slows Check-Ins and Threatens Delays at European Airports
In London, Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest, said on social media that departing passengers could face delays.
nytimes.com
Pakistani court indicts man over killing of teenage TikTok influencer
Umar Hayat, 22, pleads not guilty to murdering 17-year-old Sana Yousaf in her home earlier this year.
aljazeera.com
Security News This Week: A Dangerous Worm Is Eating Its Way Through Software Packages
Plus: An investigation reveals how US tech companies reportedly helped build China's sweeping surveillance state, and two more alleged members of the Scattered Spider hacking group were arrested.
wired.com
Gear News of the Week: Nothing’s Latest Earbuds, Amazon’s Hardware Event, and a New Free VPN
Plus: Wacom debuts a new drawing tablet, and Wyze’s smart lock can unlock with a hand wave.
wired.com
Say Hello to the 2025 Ig Nobel Prize Winners
The annual award ceremony features miniature operas, scientific demos, and 24/7 lectures.
wired.com
Tokyo warm-up facilities 'not perfect' - Coe
World Athletics president Lord Coe says facilities in Tokyo are "not perfect" after complaints about the location of the warm-up track.
bbc.com
Alcaraz has 'enough battery' to help Europe make strong Laver Cup start
Carlos Alcaraz helps Team Europe race to a 3-1 lead over Team World on day one of the Laver Cup.
bbc.com
“It’s all about pay-to-play” in Trump’s H-1B visa policy
Professor Ramesh Srinivasan explains how Trump’s H-1B fee fits into a doctrine that is hitting tech.
aljazeera.com
Johnson-Thompson third in heptathlon after long jump
Britain's Katarina Johnson-Thompson sits third in the heptathlon after the long jump at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
bbc.com
Here Comes the Sun Day
Fifty-five years after the first Earth Day, climate activists are organizing a nationwide celebration of solar power.
nytimes.com
Dozens of Nations Support France’s Mideast Peace Plan, but Not the Crucial Two
President Emmanuel Macron of France has shepherded a “day after” plan for Gaza in hopes of salvaging a two-state solution.
nytimes.com
What to Know About the Visa Standoff Between Trump and the United Nations
The United Nations and the United States signed an agreement in 1947 about access to the U.N. Headquarters in New York.
nytimes.com
They Helped Oust a Dictator. Now the New Regime Is Coming for Them.
Rosario Murillo is said to be the true power in Nicaragua, and appears intent on remaining so.
nytimes.com
Zarah Sultana consults defamation lawyers after spat with Jeremy Corbyn over party funds
MP says she faced ‘baseless attacks’ over paid membership portal, which Corbyn told supporters not to useZarah Sultana has consulted defamation lawyers after her public spat with Jeremy Corbyn over...
theguardian.com
Malawi police arrest eight for alleged election fraud
Officials are on high alert after the 2019 presidential election result was annulled due to vote tampering.
bbc.com
The aide, the associate and the ‘Chinese agent’ – and the collapse of a long-awaited UK spy trial
Case against Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry was suddenly dropped, leaving questions for CPSShortly before 10am on Monday, the Conservative MP Alicia Kearns received an unwelcome phone call....
theguardian.com
Parliament vulnerable to ‘foreign actors’ after China spying charges dropped, Commons speaker says
Lindsay Hoyle says decision by prosecutors to drop case ‘leaves the door open’ to spiesThe aide, the associate and the ‘Chinese agent’ – and the collapse of a long-awaited UK spy trialThe UK parlia...
theguardian.com
U.S. attorney resigns under pressure from Trump to charge N.Y. AG Letitia James
Erik Siebert resigned after President Trump said he wanted him "out" after a monthslong mortgage fraud investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James failed to result in criminal charges.
npr.org
Kiran Desai: ‘I never thought it would happen in the US’
Since winning the Booker prize, the Indian author has spent two decades writing a follow-up. She talks about being longlisted again — and the immigration raids creating fear in her New York neighbo...
theguardian.com
Portugal confirms it will recognise Palestinian state
A host of countries, including France and the UK, are expected to do the same when world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly next week.
bbc.com
A look at 2 states that are becoming increasingly rare purple in politics
Two swing states — Georgia and North Carolina — have Senate races that will be closely watched next year. What's the message of some of the leading candidates? It's all about President Trump.
npr.org
First treaty to protect marine life in high seas to take effect in January
World's first-ever pact aims to fight threats like climate change, over-fishing and deep-sea mining.
aljazeera.com
Kenya court orders UK soldier’s arrest for Agnes Wanjiru death: All we know
A British national is accused of murdering and dumping the body of 21-year-old in a septic tank back in 2012.
aljazeera.com
‘Something is working’: UN climate chief optimistic about green transition
Exclusive: Simon Stiell believes economic benefits will compel countries to speed up climate actionCleaning up industry and the global economy will produce massive economic dividends for countries...
theguardian.com
Eubank Jr open to fights with Crawford, Canelo and even Golovkin
Chris Eubank Jr would welcome a future super-fight with new undisputed star Terence Crawford, Canelo Alvarez or even a returning Gennadiy Golovkin.
skysports.com
Can you name the line-ups from the 2008 Champions League final?
Manchester United and Chelsea meet in the Premier League on Saturday, but can you name the line-ups from United's 2008 Champions League final win?
bbc.com
Arsenal's new Hollywood board member - who is Ben Winston?
The film producer who is friends with James Corden - who is Arsenal's new board member?
bbc.com
My cultural awakening: Faith by George Michael gave me permission to go to my first sex party
Listening to the album was like waking from a bad dream and liberated me from the shame I’d felt about my sexualityAs a young man, shame was a constant companion to my consideration of my sexuality...
theguardian.com
The Hack: this spectacular, sprawling story about the phone-hacking scandal is this year’s Mr Bates
David Tennant is at his chameleonic best in this account of the Guardian’s investigation into tabloid malfeasance. Telling this story metes out another small dose of justiceEarly on in The Hack – A...
theguardian.com
Suited to Lead: New exhibit highlights historical fashion choices of presidents
A virtual exhibit from the White House Historical Association showcases presidential fashions — and how presidents have used clothes to make a statement.
npr.org
Can French romance and rebellion defy dominant Red Roses?
France have come closer than any other team during England's record run of victories. Beating the tournament hosts in the World Cup semi-final would be the ultimate heist.
bbc.com
Defense Secretary Hegseth requires new 'pledge' for reporters at the Pentagon
The Pentagon is implementing new guidelines that will require journalists to sign a pledge and agree to report only approved and officially released information.
npr.org
France's unpredictability makes England favourites - analysis
BBC Sport's Maggie Alphonsi and Katy Daley-Mclean believe England are favourites heading into their Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final clash against France due to their ability to "win games in dif...
bbc.com
Clinton scores on debut as Man City thrash Tottenham
New signing Grace Clinton scored on her Manchester City debut as they thrashed Tottenham 5-1 in the Women's Super League, ending the home side's perfect start to the new season.
bbc.com
Steve to Joy Crookes: the week in rave reviews
Cillian Murphy shines in a brutal yet hopeful high school drama, while the singer-songwriter from south London returns with her streetwise swag. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from th...
theguardian.com
From A Big Bold Beautiful Journey to Cardi B: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell star in a fantasy romance, while the rapper swaps the courtroom for the recording studioA Big Bold Beautiful JourneyOut now Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell play str...
theguardian.com
NHS integrated care boards halt job cuts in row over £1bn cost
Integrated care boards in England cannot afford severance payments, leaving restructuring plan in chaos, union saysLabour’s radical reorganisation of the NHS has descended into chaos, a union has s...
theguardian.com
‘Good humanitarian reason’: Ed Davey calls for emergency programme to clear asylum backlog
Exclusive: Lib Dem leader says push to process cases would also ultimately save money and remove far-right targetEd Davey has called for an emergency programme to clear the asylum backlog and treat...
theguardian.com
‘I don’t want to stop believing in humanity’: Matthew McConaughey on faith, fame and the shocking incident that defined him
He was once so stoned he missed his own birthday party, but the Oscar-winning actor has swapped pot for poetry. He reveals the trauma and triumph that taught him why it’s more important to be a goo...
theguardian.com
‘Just add water’: how to bring back ancient plants in a Norfolk ghost pond
An expert team are resurrecting ice age ponds and finding rare species returning from a ‘perfect time capsule’If you glanced into a green field and saw a yellow digger tearing into the turf, you mi...
theguardian.com
LIVE: Israel ramps up Gaza City assault, kills children in strike on school
Israeli forces continue to carry out attacks on Gaza's main urban centre, with two children killed in a strike on tent.
aljazeera.com
Flushable wipes and Iran: Water treatment facility adds cyber attacks to worry list
Water treatment workers are grappling with how to protect against a new threat: hackers burrowing into the system and wreaking havoc.
npr.org
Social media is shattering America's understanding of Charlie Kirk's death
There is a deep schism in how Americans understand the assassination that took place a little more than a week ago and that gap is being widened by social media.
npr.org
Transfer rumors, news: Man United move for Forest's Anderson
Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson has emerged as a January target for Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.
espn.com
Country diary: It’s phallic, it smells of death – and it’s good enough to eat | Michael White
Cranbrook, Kent: The wood here suddenly smells of autumn, and the smelliest fungus of all – the common stinkhorn – is also deliciousAutumn is many things: morning mist hanging over the low pasture,...
theguardian.com
‘We lost everything twice’: Afghan returnees struggle after earthquake
Afghans deported from Pakistan and Iran face homelessness after recent earthquake destroyed their homes and livelihoods.
aljazeera.com
Hardly anyone uses this surprisingly simple fix for high blood pressure
Despite strong evidence that salt substitutes can safely lower sodium intake and reduce high blood pressure, very few Americans use them. A new analysis of nearly 20 years of national health data f...
sciencedaily.com
Key oceans treaty crosses threshold to come into force
Sixty states have ratified a global treaty to protect the oceans - it will become law in January.
bbc.com
Trump hits H-1B visas with $100,000 fee, targeting the program that launched Elon Musk and Instagram
President Trump signed a proclamation Friday requiring employers to pay a hefty $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications—an enormous jump from the current $215 lottery registration fee—targeting...
techcrunch.com
US forces strike third alleged drug vessel killing three, Trump says
Venezuela has condemned a series of strikes by US forces in the Caribbean targeting alleged drug traffickers.
bbc.com
Trump’s Threats to Media in Jimmy Kimmel Fallout Resemble World Autocrat
President Trump on Air Force One on Thursday. He has threatened to revoke licenses from networks with late-night hosts who make jokes at his expense.
nytimes.com
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,304
Here are the key events on day 1,304 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
aljazeera.com
Sikh granny's arrest by US immigration sparks community anger
Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old who unsuccessfully applied for asylum, was arrested by immigration authorities last week.
bbc.com
Kershaw soaks in curtain call in possible L.A. finale
Clayton Kershaw treated Dodger fans to a strikeout on his final pitch Friday night and left the field to raucous cheers in his final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium.
espn.com
Trump says US struck another ‘drug smuggling vessel’, killing three
US president says American forces struck the vessel in the Southern Command's 'area of responsibility'.