We Found Two Theaters With Sold-Out ‘Melania’ Opening Day Screenings
A WIRED analysis of nearly 1,400 Friday showtimes of Melania found only two with no tickets available. Both are before 3 pm.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-01-29
Michael Beck, 65, Dies; First to Report Symptoms of ‘Havana Syndrome’
Michael Beck in 2017. He said he began experiencing debilitating symptoms of Havana Syndrome much earlier than many other federal employees.
nytimes.com
Scotland's first deputy first minister Lord Jim Wallace dies, aged 71
The former Scottish Liberal Democrat leader was undergoing a procedure at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
bbc.com
Rangers beaten by Porto to conclude dismal European campaign
Rangers’ first-half collapse saw them conclude their dismal Europa League campaign with a 3-1 defeat by Porto in the Estadio do Dragao.
skysports.com
Ammonia-Bearing Compounds Discovered at Surface of Jupiter’s Moon Europa
Description Advanced analysis of decades-old data from NASA’s Galileo spacecraft identifies ammonia-bearing compounds discovered on the surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa, as shown in this composite...
nasa.gov
Watkins injury mars comeback win as Villa seal top two spot
Substitute Jamaldeen Jimoh-Aloba scored a late winner as Aston Villa came from two goals down to beat RB Salzburg 3-2 and finish in the Europa League top two, but the victory was marred by an injur...
skysports.com
‘Uncanny Valley’: Minneapolis Misinformation, TikTok’s New Owners, and Moltbot Hype
On this episode of Uncanny Valley, we dive into the news that's held our attention this week: ICE activity as it's been unfolding in Minnesota.
wired.com
Woad one shot off lead at Tournament of Champions
Lottie Woad is part of a chasing pack at one shot off the lead following the first round of the season-opening Tournament of Champions.
skysports.com
Amazon is reportedly in talks to invest $50 billion in OpenAI
If a deal materializes, it would mean Amazon is backing competing startups in the race for AI supremacy.
techcrunch.com
Syria's defiant Kurds vow to 'fight until last breath' despite government push
The US fought IS with the Kurds for years. Now, Donald Trump is siding with Syria's new leader.
bbc.com
NASA Analysis Shows La Niña Limited Sea Level Rise in 2025
Description This graph shows the rise in global mean sea level from 1993 to 2025 based on data from a series of five international satellites. The solid red line indicates the trajectory of this in...
nasa.gov
Medium gives employees Friday off to participate in national strike protesting ICE
Medium gives its employees the option to take the day off to protest on Friday.
techcrunch.com
Celtic beat Utrecht to make Europa League playoffs
Celtic beat Utrecht 4-2 at Parkhead to earn a place in next month's Europa League playoffs.
skysports.com
NASA Heat Shield Technology Enables Space Industry Growth
Using cutting-edge material licensed from NASA, a protective heat shield manufactured in-house by Varda Space Industries for the first time enabled one of its capsules to blaze through Earth’s atmo...
nasa.gov
Microsoft stock plunges as Wall Street questions AI investments
The drop comes amid stalling growth for its cloud computing software as OpenAI investments are questioned.
aljazeera.com
Apple hails ‘remarkable’ $144bn quarter with best-ever iPhone sales
Strong holiday season and boost from China leads to record revenue
ft.com
A Global Pop Music Melting Pot
Bad Bunny performing in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, in November.
nytimes.com
Microsoft won’t stop buying AI chips from Nvidia, AMD, even after launching its own, Nadella says
Microsoft says its own chip leapfrogs those made by other cloud providers like Amazon and Google. But it needs more.
techcrunch.com
Europa’s Ice Shell (Artist’s Concept)
Description This artist’s concept depicts a cutaway view showing Europa’s ice shell. It contains a shallow layer of small imperfections (cracks, pores, and voids) that extend down from the surface...
nasa.gov
Joshua pays emotional tribute in new video
Anthony Joshua posts an emotional YouTube video thanking fans for their support following the deaths of his two close friends in a car crash in Nigeria.
bbc.com
NASA Awards Help Inspire Future Innovators Through STEM Engagement
NASA has awarded more than $5 million to 29 institutions nationwide to expand and strengthen science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning beyond the classroom. The awards are designed...
nasa.gov
NASA-ISRO Radar Mission Peers Through Clouds to See Mississippi River Delta
A new image from the NISAR mission shows off the satellite’s ability to reveal details of Earth’s surfaces. The science team also released new sample data. A U.S...
nasa.gov
Gymnast Chiles could get Paris bronze medal back
US gymnast Jordan Chiles may win back a bronze medal that was stripped from her in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
bbc.com
Fintech firm Marquis blames hack at firewall provider SonicWall for its data breach
The fintech giant said it plans to "seek recoupment of any expenses" from its firewall provider SonicWall after a 2025 data breach exposed customer firewall configurations.
techcrunch.com
‘Melania’: What to know about the US first lady’s new documentary
The film's high budget has raised questions about efforts by powerful donors to win favour with the White House.
aljazeera.com
Satya Nadella insists people are using Microsoft’s Copilot AI a lot
With Microsoft spending many billions on data centers, and rumors that no one is using its AI, CEO Satya Nadella shared some usage numbers.
techcrunch.com
France moves to ban social media for users under 15
France is moving closer to banning social media for users under the age of 15, over growing concerns over mental health.
aljazeera.com
AJ's emotional tribute after friends' death: 'The mission must go on'
Anthony Joshua has paid an emotional tribute to his two friends who died in a car accident in Nigeria.
skysports.com
Norway’s $2tn fund stress tests hits from climate shocks to AI correction
Equity portfolio could lose a quarter in the event of extreme weather events and shed more than half from an AI correction
ft.com
Former Illinois deputy sentenced to 20 years for US killing of Sonya Massey
Sean Grayson fatally shot Massey after she called police to her home, in a killing that sparked outrage and protests.
aljazeera.com
‘They picked the wrong state’: how Minneapolis is fighting back
Minneapolis mobilizes rapid response networks and mutual aid as protests grow against federal immigration agents.
aljazeera.com
Israeli media cite official accepting Hamas figure of 70,000 war dead
Israel has previously cast doubt on figures from the Hamas-run health ministry, which the UN considers reliable.
bbc.com
I Am Artemis: Doug Parkinson
Doug Parkinson’s face lights up as he starts telling his story, how someone from Wisconsin now plays a part in the team that will help land the first Artemis astronauts on to the Moon. Parkin...
nasa.gov
AI-Generated Anti-ICE Videos Are Getting the Fanfic Treatment
Across Instagram and Facebook, AI-generated videos show people of color putting ICE agents in their place. Are they cathartic or just adding to a stew of misinformation?
wired.com
Why is the Doomsday Clock nearer to midnight than ever before?
Atomic scientists raise alarm over more global conflict and new risks such as artificial intelligence.
aljazeera.com
The Guardian view on leasehold reform: Labour must stand up to property investors | Editorial
A ground rent cap is a good start, but ministers need to go further in reforming an unjust systemChanges to lease agreements, leading to steeply increasing ground rents over recent years, are an ou...
theguardian.com
A Yann LeCun–Linked Startup Charts a New Path to AGI
As the world’s largest companies pour hundreds of billions of dollars into large language models, San Francisco-based Logical Intelligence is trying something different in pursuit of AI that can mi...
wired.com
Apple buys Israeli startup Q.AI as the AI race heats up
Apple announced its acquisition of Q.AI for a reported nearly $2 billion, making it the company's second-largest acquisition to date.
techcrunch.com
French Government To Replace Zoom and Teams With Visio, a Local Alternative
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu of France, in Paris last year. Mr. Lecornu said that officials will now use a new video conferencing platform developed by the French government.
nytimes.com
Svalbard Polar Bears Are Getting Fatter (for Now), Study Finds
Seals favored by Svalbard bears are becoming easier to hunt as ice declines, a study found. But researchers say the situation may be temporary.
nytimes.com
Our Favorite Open Earbuds Are $60 Off
The Anker Soundcore Aeroclip boast great sound without cutting you off from the outside world.
wired.com
World Masters darts LIVE! MVG, Van Veen, Price headline opening night
skysports.com
Moscow Airport Sells for Half Off, a Sign of Russia’s Global Isolation
Domodedovo Airport outside Moscow, in 2023.
nytimes.com
Mexico’s oil industry faces new pressures from Venezuela oil under US
Pemex, burdened with significant debt, financial and operational constraints, now faces competition from Venezuelan oil.
aljazeera.com
John L. Allen Jr., Journalist With Inside Access to the Vatican, Dies at 61
John L. Allen Jr. in 2007. “From the end of the 20th century until his death, Allen was essential reading for anyone who cared about the inner workings of the Vatican,” a colleague said.
nytimes.com
A night without Nessun Dorma: what does booing at the opera say about UK audiences?
Critics worry that heckling, such as that at a recent Royal Opera performance, is becoming more commonOpera audiences pride themselves on knowing when – and how – to make noise. Cries of “bravo”, “...
theguardian.com
Israeli settler violence displaces Palestinians across occupied West Bank
Israeli settler attacks across the occupied West Bank are forcing Palestinian communities to flee.
aljazeera.com
Labour scales back new energy efficiency targets for social homes
It comes after councils and housing associations warned about the cost to implement new stricter standards.
bbc.com
Assisted dying backers accused of bullying over threat to bypass Lords
Opponents of bill insist government should not give it special treatment as peers delay its passage Opponents of the assisted dying bill have accused its supporters of bullying after key backers sa...
theguardian.com
March 2026 Total Lunar Eclipse: Your Questions Answered
A total lunar eclipse will redden the Moon on March 3, 2026. Here’s what you need to know.
nasa.gov
Archer named in England side for first T20
Jofra Archer returns to the England team to face Sri Lanka in the first T20 match after recovering from injury.
bbc.com
Record $1.76B expected to be bet on Super Bowl
Approximately $1.76 billion is expected to be bet on Super Bowl LX with U.S. sportsbooks, a nearly 27% year-over-year increase, according to the AGA.
espn.com
Apple buys Israeli start-up Q.AI for close to $2bn in race to build AI devices
iPhone-maker strikes deal for secretive group that creates technology that analyses facial expressions
ft.com
Chinese state media views Starmer’s visit as act of economic pragmatism
PM praised for not pressuring Xi over his ties with Putin on a trip seen as business ‘taking precedence over politics’UK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer’s visit to Beijing has been cauti...
theguardian.com
‘Clean air should not be a privilege’: how Bogotá is tackling air pollution in its poorest areas
Colombian city launched its first clean air zone in one of its poorest neighbourhoods and has plans for green spaces tooEvery Sunday in Bogotá, streets across the city are closed to cars and transf...
theguardian.com
I built marshmallow castles in Google’s new AI world generator
Starting Thursday, Google AI Ultra subscribers in the U.S. can play around with Project Genie, which is powered by a combination of Google’s latest world model Genie 3, its image generation model N...
techcrunch.com
What awaits interim boss Lindsay in Northern Ireland women's job?
BBC Sport NI looks at some of the issues Northern Ireland's incoming interim boss Kris Lindsay will look to address before World Cup 2027 qualifying begins in March.
bbc.com
Police plans to stop recording lower-level hate incidents in England and Wales ‘a disaster for disabled people’, campaigners warn
Shabana Mahmood confirmed earlier this week that the controversial category of non-crime hate incidents would be scrappedIt would be “a disaster for disabled people” if police stop recording and in...
theguardian.com
Airports embrace AI to manage growing global passenger traffic
Airports use AI for passenger flow, baggage tracking and predictive maintenance to enhance efficiency and experience.
aljazeera.com
Ex-Labour MP's lobbying firm offered photo with minister and VIP dinner for £30k
Jim Murphy's company Arden Strategies apologises for "errors" in promotional material for tech event.
bbc.com
Samurai review: Japan’s lethal warrior class are shown in all their sexy, demonic glory
British Museum, London Extraordinary battle armour, complete with moustachioed masks, enlivens this scintillating show, which brilliantly captures the theatrical side of a chivalrous epochJapan’s p...
theguardian.com
NASA Analysis Shows La Niña Limited Sea Level Rise in 2025
A mild La Niña caused greater rainfall over the Amazon basin, which offset rising sea levels due to record warming of Earth’s oceans. The rise in the global mean sea level slowed in 2025 relative t...
nasa.gov
Xi didn’t really see a point to Kier’s visit – but hey, let a hundred flowers bloom | John Crace
Chinese leader bestows a little largesse on the British PM while getting the green light for London ‘mega embassy’Let’s face it, this was never likely to be a meeting of equals. Keir Starmer had be...
theguardian.com
Keir Starmer opens door to UK visit by Xi Jinping after bilateral talks
PM says trip to China has put relationship in stronger place, but possible return visit angers British criticsUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has taken a major step towards rapprochem...
theguardian.com
An AI Toy Exposed 50,000 Logs of Its Chats With Kids to Anyone With a Gmail Account
AI chat toy company Bondu left its web console almost entirely unprotected. Researchers who accessed it found nearly all the conversations children had with the company's stuffed animals.
wired.com
Winmau World Masters: Latest fixtures, results, schedule
The latest fixtures, results and schedule for the 2026 Winmau World Masters, where Luke Littler and Luke Humphries are among the players in action.
skysports.com
Sen. Amy Klobuchar announces she's running for governor amid ICE surge in Minnesota
The presence of ICE in Minnesota, including the shooting deaths of two U.S. citizens, is rewriting how Democrats and Republicans are messaging ahead of the 2026 midterms.
npr.org
First Brands founder indicted on US fraud charges
Patrick James and brother Edward accused of fraudulently obtaining billions from lenders in New York federal case
ft.com
Brady touts Coleman: 'Stood on the table' for WR
New Bills head coach Joe Brady expressed his support for wide receiver Keon Coleman, stating that "Keon Coleman is going to be a Buffalo Bill."
espn.com
Hakan Fidan on Iran and Turkiye’s role in global security
Turkish foreign minister warns against escalation with Iran, explaining how Ankara sees the future of regional security.
aljazeera.com
Music publishers sue Anthropic for $3B over ‘flagrant piracy’ of 20,000 works
Originally, these music publishers had filed a lawsuit against Anthropic over its use of about 500 copyrighted works.
techcrunch.com
'I can breathe again' says Israeli hostage held for nearly 500 days in Gaza
In his first international interview, Sasha Troufanov tells the BBC how he thought he would die in captivity after he was taken hostage on 7 October 2023.
bbc.com
Will killings by immigration agents cause another US government shutdown?
The death of Alex Pretti has promted a shift among Democratic senators, who are willing to risk a shutdown for reforms.
aljazeera.com
‘Feels like a losing battle’: the fight against flooding in Somerset
Emergency pumps are deployed in attempt to stop water inundating homes around River Parrett‘Like a sea out there’: flooded Somerset residents wonder how water can be managedSince medieval monks sta...
theguardian.com
NASA Researchers Probe Tangled Magnetospheres of Merging Neutron Stars
New simulations performed on a NASA supercomputer are providing scientists with the most comprehensive look yet into the maelstrom of interacting magnetic structures around city-sized neutron stars...
nasa.gov
Spain launches probe as expired vaccines given to 253 children
Basque health minister apologises, says expired vaccines pose no risk to 253 patients affected, mostly children.
aljazeera.com
World Cup-winning head coach Mitchell signs new deal with Red Roses
England's World Cup winning head coach John Mitchell has signed a long-term deal with the Red Roses.
skysports.com
Nvidia’s Campaign to Sell AI Chips to China Finally Pays Off
Beijing reportedly approved the sale of hundreds of thousands of Nvidia H200 chips to Chinese AI companies—the culmination of a dramatic shift in US tech policy.
wired.com
Pats Vrabel 'not' too worried about Maye's health
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday that he's not too concerned about QB Drake Maye's injured shoulder as the team begins preparations for Super Bowl LX.
espn.com
French ISIL suspects transferred from Syria allege torture in Iraqi prisons
French lawyers for suspected ISIL members transferred from Syria say men suffering inhumane treatment in Iraqi jails.
aljazeera.com
Boss Mitchell extends England contract as Scarratt joins coaching staff
John Mitchell will continue as Red Roses head coach through to the next Women's Rugby World Cup in 2029 and Emily Scarratt joins the coaching staff.
bbc.com
Nigel Farage meets UAE ministers and drums up donations on Dubai trip
Reform UK leader speaks at GB News event also attended by industry minister on second UAE visit in two monthsNigel Farage has paid a visit to Dubai to build diplomatic relations with United Arab Em...
theguardian.com
US tech stocks slide after Microsoft’s AI spending unnerves investors
Nasdaq falls more than 2% while S&P 500 weakens by 1.2%
ft.com
Webb Zooms into Helix Nebula
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has zoomed into the Helix Nebula to give an up-close view of the possible eventual fate of our own Sun and planetary system. In Webb’s high-resolution look, the st...
nasa.gov
US cricket World Cup hero Jones suspended over multiple corruption charges
Aaron Jones was one of the key US performers at the 2024 T20 World Cup but will now miss the 2026 edition.
aljazeera.com
India is teaching Google how AI in education can scale
With the highest global usage of Gemini for learning, India is emerging as a key market shaping Google's approach to AI in education.
techcrunch.com
Sen. Cruz against college athletes as 'employees'
Sen. Ted Cruz told ESPN it's critical that any federal law related to college sports includes a provision that prevents athletes from being deemed school employees.
espn.com
European Union Labels Iran’s Revolutionary Guard a Terrorist Group
A photo verified by The New York Times shows a screen grab from social media of bodies in body bags outside a morgue in Tehran after days of protests, earlier this month.
nytimes.com
Government u-turn over council election
Pendle Borough Council will now be allowed to postpone May's local elections.
bbc.com
Flapping Airplanes and the promise of research-driven AI
A new AI lab called Flapping Airplanes launched yesterday, and a Sequoia partner has an interesting take on why they stand out.
techcrunch.com
Building Roman
Technicians have completed the construction of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. The Roman observatory is slated to launch no later than May 2027, with the team aiming for as early as fall...
nasa.gov
White House ‘Border Czar’ announces shift in Minnesota tactics
White House “Border Czar” Tom Homan said federal immigration agents will conduct “targeted” operations in Minnesota.
aljazeera.com
Robert Crumb review – sexual deviancy elevated to an art form
David Zwirner, LondonThough they were created for comic books, the artist’s horny and hilarious drawings of his own neuroses, and of glamazons in thigh-high boots, are unnervingly powerful on galle...
theguardian.com
German star latest to take aim at Trump ahead of FIFA World Cup in US
Bayern Munich midfielder and German international Leon Goretzka says European teams are emboldened heading to World Cup.
aljazeera.com
US Senator Amy Klobuchar announces bid for Minnesota governor
She fills the void for Democrats after current Governor Tim Walz ended his re-election campaign early.
bbc.com
Apple’s new iPhone and iPad security feature limits cell networks from collecting precise location data
The new security feature makes it more difficult for police and malicious hackers to obtain a person's precise location data from a cell phone company.
techcrunch.com
Essex county election going ahead - minister
Government minister Steve Reed writes to Essex County Council saying their election will take place.
bbc.com
Trump Admin's Plans for $500 Million USIP Building May Violate Court Order, Say Former Workers
The State Department is poised to take over a building DOGE seized from the US Institute of Peace, former staffers claim—possibly for Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace.”
wired.com
Google Maps now lets you access Gemini while walking and cycling
When you're walking around and navigating with Maps, you can now ask Gemini questions like "What neighborhood am I in?" or "What are top-rated restaurants nearby?"
techcrunch.com
Homicides in England and Wales at lowest level for nearly 50 years
Police record rise in shoplifting and big jump in robberies from business properties
ft.com
Highlights: England's Canter one off lead in Bahrain Championship title defence
Highlights from day one of the Bahrain Championship.
skysports.com
Cairn review – obsession, suffering and awe in a climbing game that hits exhausting new heights
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox; The Game BakersA punishing, beautiful survival game that turns mountaineering into an intimate test of endurance, fixation and emotional resolve – you’ll be in tears by the...
theguardian.com
Championship Series rosters revealed for PLL, WLL
The tournament takes place Feb. 27 through March 8 at The St. James in Springfield, Va.
espn.com
‘My kids buy me food’: civil service pensioners offered emergency loans as nearly 90,000 face delays
Government to lend up to £10,000 to worst-affected new retirees as minister admits there is ‘unacceptable’ backlogNewly retired civil servants say they are struggling to pay bills and buy food beca...
theguardian.com
Sabalenka cruises into final despite hindrance call
Aryna Sabalenka will face Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open final after the world number one beat Elina Svitolina 6-2 6-3, despite being called for hindrance by umpire Louise Azemar Engzell for...
bbc.com
Labour’s new welfare changes are practical and compassionate – so why not loudly say so? | Polly Toynbee
Universal credit to rise faster than inflation, benefit hurdles eased, extra help for children and young people … I bet you had no ideaIt’s the good this government does that can make you hold your...
theguardian.com
Council leader resigns after election postponement
The leader and his Labour cabinet majority twice approved decisions opposed by most councillors.
bbc.com
Ukraine receives 1,000 bodies in latest soldier swap with Russia
Russia received 38 soldiers' bodies in exchange as part of an agreement between the warring countries.
bbc.com
Reed returns to DP World Tour action after quitting LIV Golf
Patrick Reed has taken his first step toward a PGA Tour comeback, returning to DP World Tour action just a day after announcing his departure from LIV Golf.
skysports.com
Trump Warns Iran With Military Muscle, but Risks a Regional War
Smoke from an explosion caused by Israeli airstrikes in Tehran in June. President Trump has shown that he likes military action to be short and limited, as it was in Iran at the time.
nytimes.com
Hopes dashed as ‘Waspi women’ again denied state pension compensation
Latest ruling affects up to 3.6m women born in 1950s who say they have lost out in way UK pension age changedMillions of “Waspi women” will not receive any compensation, the government has again de...
theguardian.com
Police make fifth arrest over arson attacks on properties linked to PM
Three men, already charged in connection with attacks on two properties and car, are due to stand trial in April.
bbc.com
Earth and Other Planets review – reimagined Holst with harmonica and a hoedown
Milton Court, LondonLeft-field duo Stevens & Pound threaded funky folk stylings with poetry by Robert Macfarlane and virtuoso playing by Britten Sinfonia to create The Silent Planet, a rethinki...
theguardian.com
'Big blow' for Bradley to miss play-off - O'Neill
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says it "would certainly be nice" for the injured Conor Bradley to still be a part of the squad for their 2026 World Cup play-offs against Italy in March.
bbc.com
Pussies galore! David Baddiel’s Cat Man is purr-fect TV
He gets bitten by a grumpy moggy, bathes with lions and visits a home for disabled felines. This heartfelt, hilarious three-part homage to kitties is pure comfort viewingDavid Baddiel has a mission...
theguardian.com
Sabalenka through to fourth consecutive Australian Open final against Rybakina
Aryna Sabalenka reached her fourth consecutive Australian Open final where she will play Elena Rybakina in a battle of the big-hitters.
skysports.com
‘Pesticide cocktails’ polluting apples across Europe, study finds
Pan Europe found several pesticide residues in 85% of apples, with some showing traces of up to seven chemicalsEnvironmental groups have raised the alarm after finding toxic “pesticide cocktails” i...
theguardian.com
Bangladesh approves shooting team India tour, days after T20 World Cup ban
Bangladesh cricket lost their place at T20 World Cup after refusal to play in India, but shooting team heads to Delhi.
aljazeera.com
Family blames ICE for disabled son’s death after father’s detention
Wael Tarabishi died after weeks in intensive care while his father, his primary caregiver, was held in ICE detention.
aljazeera.com
Anti-ICE protesters tear-gassed outside Texas detention centre
Anti-ICE protesters tear-gassed outside Texas detention centre
aljazeera.com
Nicki Minaj calls herself Trump's 'number one fan' and shows off gold card visa
The Trinidadian-American rapper held hands on stage with the US President, amid ICE protests.
bbc.com
Why Steve Holland could be key to Man Utd's revival under Carrick
Why former England and Chelsea coach Steve Holland could be the key appointment in new boss Michael Carrick's coaching team at Manchester United.
bbc.com
Valium, health checks and fabric slings: the complex logistics of moving 30 beluga whales
Canada has reached a tentative deal for 30 belugas in an amusement park to be shipped to four aquariums in US‘It’s heartbreaking’: how 30 captive beluga whales have become pawns in row over animal...
theguardian.com
Why unwitting US cinemagoers are dressing as Jimmy Savile to see 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
The disgraced and despised British entertainer’s distinctive look is trending among some film fans on TikTok. Should somebody tell them what he did?When British people think of Jimmy Savile, it isn...
theguardian.com
Tyler Ballgame: For the First Time, Again review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week
(Rough Trade)The much-hyped LA singer – who has been compared to Tim Buckley, Elvis and more – certainly has a beautiful voice, though he can lean too eagerly on his influencesScrolling back throug...
theguardian.com
The prisoner of Downing Street
The smell of death is descending on a directionless government
ft.com
Why is ‘Deuce Bigalow’ rooting for Viktor Orban in Hungary?
A washed-up American comedian’s endorsement offers a window into Hungary’s central role in the global far right.
aljazeera.com
Tesla lurches into the Musk robotics era
Future of the company lies in equipping and running a global fleet of driverless taxis and in selling humanoid robots
ft.com
Don McCullin review – shattered stone heads and severed limbs echo the horrors he saw in war
Holburne Museum, BathThe feted photographer’s latest exhibition starts with images of ancient scultures depicting devotion and violence, before moving to war pictures and brooding Somerset landscap...
theguardian.com
Beckham: Family at War review – 30 breathlessly ridiculous minutes
Channel 4’s baffling documentary consists of a lorryload of content creators flapping their hands while providing no new information or insight. A triumph of noise for noise’s sakeBy now, the fallo...
theguardian.com
Italy’s Winter Olympics security plan keeps ICE in advisory role
Italy to control Olympic security operations with 6,000 officers, drones and cyberunit, but ICE will be present.
aljazeera.com
If Cuba falls, the Global South is to blame, too
As the United States tightens the screws, Cuba’s supposed allies respond with empty gestures and selective solidarity.
aljazeera.com
Big tech’s $680bn buy-now-book-later problem
Don’t believe the hyperscalers; it takes depreciation of billions to hold them back
ft.com
Greenlanders Watching Turmoil in the United States Say No Thanks
A protest this month against President Trump for his threats to take over Greenland, in the island’s capital, Nuuk.
nytimes.com
SAP set for biggest fall in five years amid concerns over cloud business
Shares fall 15% as Europe’s largest software company says cloud revenue growth will ‘slightly decelerate’
ft.com
Eat & Yap - Man City's Kerstin Casparij meets Alex Scott
Manchester City's exciting full-back Kerstin Casparij answers Alex Scott's quickfire questions in BBC Sport's new Eat & Yap series.
bbc.com
Sabalenka defeats Svitolina to reach Australian Open final
World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka is through to her fourth straight Australian Open final with victory against Elina Svitolina.
aljazeera.com
Talks ramp up to avert US government shutdown after Minneapolis shooting
Democrats are pushing to remove funding for the Department of Homeland Security unless new measures are implemented.
bbc.com
Baltimore bridge collapse: crew members from ship still held by US two years on
Despite no criminal charges being brought against them, four officers have been detained since the MV Dali struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, killing six workersSeveral crew members of a ship tha...
theguardian.com
US leads record global surge in gas-fired power driven by AI demands, with big costs for the climate
Projects this year expected to triple global gas capacity, forecast finds, as concerns grow over impacts on planetThe US is leading a huge global surge in new gas-fired power generation that will c...
theguardian.com
This Chinese Startup Wants to Build a New Brain-Computer Interface—No Implant Required
Gestala is the latest company to emerge from China’s burgeoning brain-computer interface industry. It plans to access the brain with noninvasive ultrasound technology.
wired.com
Why is India’s Nipah virus outbreak spooking the world?
The virus spreads from animals to humans, via person-to-person contact or through consuming contaminated food.
aljazeera.com
‘Wael’s last wish’: Man detained by ICE denied release for son’s funeral
Maher Tarabishi's ailing son Wael died as he sat in a detention facility. His family says ICE is responsible.
aljazeera.com
Doom loop of decline: how struggling high streets fuel far-right sympathies in UK
Retail accounts for 5% of the UK economy – but its visibility gives it an outsize influence on public perceptionUp and down Britain there are boarded-up shops. Banks and department stores have been...
theguardian.com
Farage’s attack on Turkish barber shops is dog-whistle racism, minister says
Miatta Fahnbulleh accuses Reform leader of ‘politics of grievance’ while having no plan to fix UK high streetsDoom loop of decline: how struggling high streets fuel far-right sympathies in UK | Ana...
theguardian.com
Universal basic income could be used to soften hit from AI job losses in UK, minister says
Lord Stockwood says people in government ‘definitely’ talking about idea as technology disrupts industries• Business live – latest updatesThe UK could introduce a universal basic income (UBI) to pr...
theguardian.com
Emergency loans offered to civil servants waiting on pensions
Cabinet Office Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds says the waits faced by retired civil servants are unacceptable.
bbc.com
Sabalenka storms into another Melbourne final
Aryna Sabalenka keeps her cool to storm past Elina Svitolina and reach a fourth Australian Open final in a row.
bbc.com
Copy of How MLS' USMNTers endure long offseason to stay sh...
This summer's World Cup will be the pinnacle for many USMNT players. For those in MLS, will the long winter offseason complicate their preparation?
espn.com
Clashes between government troops and Tigrayan forces erupt in Ethiopia
'Deteriorating' situation causes suspension of flights, security and diplomatic sources say.
aljazeera.com
Netanyahu Says Some Israeli Soldiers Died in Gaza Because of U.S. Arms Delay
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the funeral in Meitar, Israel, on Wednesday of a hostage, Ran Gvili, whose remains were returned to Israel from Gaza.
nytimes.com
Tiers: Ranking 47 teams from contenders to Cindere...
Three national title favorites, nine Final Four threats and 35 more teams that can win NCAA tournament games.
espn.com
Copper leads scorching metals rally amid global uncertainty
Gold and silver also soar to new highs on concerns over US dollar and geopolitical turmoil
ft.com
Senegal boss Thiaw banned after Afcon final chaos
Senegal manager Pape Thiaw led his players off the pitch in protest during the Africa Cup of Nations final win over Morocco.
bbc.com
GB's Skupski reaches Melbourne men's doubles final
Great Britain's Neal Skupski and new American partner Christian Harrison are through to the final of the men's doubles at the Australian Open.
bbc.com
Is the global economic order unravelling?
As the US pushes its 'America First' agenda, its partners are edging towards China and new alliances are being formed.
aljazeera.com
Why an India court ruling on a 2018 deal is rattling foreign investors
Investors are spooked by an order on a 2018 stake sale and fear it could open up old transactions to tax scrutiny.
bbc.com
Rybakina thwarts Pegula comeback, reaches final
Elena Rybakina set up a rematch of the 2023 Australian Open final after the No. 5 seed ousted No. 6 Jessica Pegula 6-3, 7-6 (7) in a semifinal that was mostly one way until Rybakina had match point.
espn.com
Wetzel: How the odd Belichick HOF snub could get m...
One thing could make this situation even more awkward: Robert Kraft could get voted in.
espn.com
Serena Williams refuses to rule out comeback
Serena Williams refuses to rule out returning to professional tennis after recently filing the necessary paperwork.
bbc.com
From incel culture to the White House: American Psycho’s dark hold on modern masculinity
As the musical version of the notoriously gory book returns to the stage, its tale of 80s yuppie nihilism feels more relevant than ever in the era of Andrew Tate, Trump and tech brosI have just wit...
theguardian.com
China executes 11 linked to Myanmar scam operations: State media
Among the executed were members of the "Ming family criminal group".
aljazeera.com
Deezer makes it easier for rival platforms to take a stance against AI-generated music
Last year, Deezer introduced an AI detection tool that automatically tags fully AI-generated music for listeners and removes it from algorithmic and editorial recommendations. The company announced...
techcrunch.com
Dozens killed in RSF drone attack in war-torn Sudan’s South Kordofan
The attack in Dilling town comes a day after Sudan's military declared an end to RSF siege there.
aljazeera.com
Gold surges past $5,500 amid Iran tensions, weakening US dollar
Gold soars past $5,500 an ounce as US President Donald Trump renews threats against Iran.
aljazeera.com
How an inspiring home video launched a main event fighter
How Francesca Hennessy - who headlines on BBC Two on Saturday - went from weight and dyslexia struggles to viral fame and in sight of a world-title shot.
bbc.com
Gold or bust? X factors for all 12 men's Olympic h...
Who's going to win at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics? How these specific players perform could make the difference.
espn.com
‘You’re not human:’ A legal limbo for Russian nationals in Ukraine
As some Russians symbolically destroy their passports, others officially part with it through a drawn out process.
aljazeera.com
Police probe explosive device thrown at Indigenous protest in Australia
Man charged with throwing explosive device into a crowd at Invasion Day protest in Western Australia's Perth.
aljazeera.com
Top chipmakers to boost capital spending amid AI-driven supply squeeze
South Korea’s Samsung and SK Hynix post record earnings but say capacity expansion will be limited this year and next
ft.com
‘Of course I’m scared’: people confront their final days – in pictures
Sibylle Fendt’s intimate photographs of terminally ill patients and their carers were inspired by the death of her own husband – a period in which she experienced pain, tenderness and love Continu...
theguardian.com
Weekly sports quiz: Wait, a kangaroo did what?!
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
bbc.com
WBA champion Davis arrested after two-week search
WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis is arrested in Miami for alleged false imprisonment, battery and attempted kidnapping.
bbc.com
Sen. Adam Schiff on whether Democrats will risk a partial shutdown over DHS funding
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff whether his party is willing to allow a partial government shutdown in order to block new funding for the Department of Homeland Security.
npr.org
What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios
From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran.
bbc.com
China executes 11 members of Myanmar scam mafia
China executes 11 members of the Ming family that ran scam centres in Myanmar, state media report.
bbc.com
Banks shut, futures uncertain one year after M23 rebels seized DRC’s Goma
A year since the M23's lightning offensive led to the fall of North Kivu's capital, residents struggle to make a living.
aljazeera.com
Parents in England fear losing support for disabled children due to Send reforms
Survey by disability charity finds 45% of parents of children with complex needs ‘worried support will be taken away’‘We’ve fought so hard’: family’s worry as England’s Send overhaul loomsParents o...
theguardian.com
Does Antarctica really have the bluest sky in the world?
Light scattering creates the shade we see when we look skyward, and studies show the process varies around the worldOn holiday the sky may look a deeper shade of blue than even the clearest summer...
theguardian.com
Central banks rein in gold purchases as investment demand soars
Official purchases fall 20% amid historic rally and are expected to decline further this year, says World Gold Council
ft.com
Today on Sky Sports Racing: Lingfield hosts seven-race all-weather card
Space Invasion headlines an intriguing feature contest from Lingfield, where three last-time-out winners line up.
skysports.com
Fury vs Makhmudov winner set to get high world ranking
The winner of Tyson Fury’s fight with Arslanbek Makhmudov will receive a high world ranking, WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman has confirmed.
skysports.com
Bangladesh election: Is the military still a power behind the scenes?
Bangladesh's era of coups and military rule may be over for now, but the army remains a potent force impacting politics
aljazeera.com
Trump’s troop deployment in US cities cost almost $500m in 2025
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that ongoing military operations in US cities will cost $93m a month.
aljazeera.com
How does US military build-up off Iran compare to the June 2025 strikes?
And could a sudden deployment of major US naval and air force assets indicate a strike on Iran is imminent?
aljazeera.com
War, conflict and Roman sculptures: Bath exhibit shows different side of Don McCullin’s work
Holburne museum places renowned photographer’s pictures of ancient Roman statutes alongside his images of war and conflictHe is revered for his extraordinary black-and-white images documenting conf...
theguardian.com
Do markets make us moral?
New research describes how commerce shaped our culture
ft.com
She Couldn’t Defend Herself, But He Wasn’t Charged With Rape
A decision not to charge a man who fathered children with a woman with a mental illness has set off a debate about rape, consent and China’s push for babies.
nytimes.com
Pay for mid-tier accounting partners soars to record level against Big Four
Rise of UK challengers is increasing pressure on top firms to retain senior professionals
ft.com
Big budget Melania Trump documentary premieres with splashy rollout
A film about First Lady Melania Trump premiere's this week, with big presidential promotion.
npr.org
China’s Xi Jinping, UK’s Kier Starmer agree to deepen economic ties
British PM Keir Starmer's China visit is the first by a UK leader in eight years and marks a thaw in frosty relations.
aljazeera.com
Tiny mammals are sending warning signs scientists can finally read
Small mammals are early warning systems for environmental damage, but many species look almost identical, making them hard to track. Scientists have developed a new footprint-based method that can...
sciencedaily.com
OpenAI in talks to raise $40bn in investments from Nvidia, Amazon and Microsoft
AI start-up turns to three of its biggest suppliers in blockbuster $100bn funding round
ft.com
Copy of Copy of Transfer rumors, news: Sterling 'willing to play a...
Raheem Sterling is willing to consider "all options" as he seeks a new permanent club after leaving Chelsea this week. Transfer Talk has the latest.
espn.com
Starmer-Xi meeting live: UK prime minister says he wants ‘more sophisticated’ relationship with China
British PM tells Xi Jinping during Beijing meeting ‘China is a vital player on the global stage and it is vital that we build a more sophisticated relationship’. Follow the latest developments, liv...
theguardian.com
Elon Musk’s Tesla reports first-ever annual decline in revenue
Electric car company to invest $2bn in artificial intelligence start-up as part of pivot away from auto market.
aljazeera.com
Rubio Says Venezuela Will Submit Monthly Budget to White House
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations during a hearing to examine U.S. policy towards Venezuela.
nytimes.com
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,435
These are the key developments from day 1,435 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
aljazeera.com
A breakthrough that turns exhaust CO2 into useful materials
Scientists have created a device that captures carbon dioxide and transforms it into a useful chemical in a single step. The new electrode works with realistic exhaust gases rather than requiring p...
sciencedaily.com
Davis arrested in Miami after two-week search
Gervonta Davis was taken into custody Wednesday on an arrest warrant on charges of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping.
espn.com
UK probably needs large new factory to meet target of 1.3m cars a year, say industry boss
Mike Hawes casts doubt on Labour’s plan to double production by 2035, as Starmer visits China with carmaker delegationA target of building 1.3m cars a year is likely to be missed unless a large new...
theguardian.com
Food sector calls for transition period if UK and EU agree post-Brexit rules reset
Industry groups warn that aligning agriculture standards overnight could cost British businesses up to £810m a yearBritish food sector representatives have urged the government to introduce a trans...
theguardian.com
No 1 for nuns! Níall McLaughlin is architecture’s discreet daredevil – and deserves its top award
Forget brash statement projects – Riba’s prestigious gold medal has gone to a pivotal figure who works above an Aldi and designs billowing bandstands, jewel-like chapels and buildings that change c...
theguardian.com
Data Centers Are Driving a US Gas Boom
Gas projects in the US pipeline explicitly linked to data centers increased by almost 25 times over the past two years, according to new research from Global Energy Monitor.
wired.com
The World Will Come to Miss Western Hypocrisy
An overtly transactional order spells trouble for everyone.