An Australian man, Simon Carman, 45, has been arrested in Thailand on suspicion of murder after the body of a 17-year-old girl, Tunchanok Donhomla, was found stuffed in a suitcase near a railway line in Pattaya. Carman denies the charges, claiming the girl disappeared from his hotel room.
Digest of 7 US-centric stories: IL AI Safety Bill, privacy screen review, bee colony discovery, Ebola research funding cut, Google engineer's fraud arrest, AI book controversy, and Oura's AI health ring.
Editors from the Filter team have vetted Prime Day 2026 deals across kitchen, home, sleep, travel, tech, beauty, and fashion, fact-checking prices and personally testing products to recommend genuine savings, with the list updated daily.
Filter editors have curated 47 top Prime Day 2026 deals across kitchen, home, sleep, travel, tech, beauty, and fashion. Each item is personally tested and vetted, with price history fact-checked to ensure genuine discounts and prevent shoppers from wasting money on fake markdowns.
Waymo is testing self-driving cars in London, facing challenges but offering potential independence for people with disabilities. Concerns include surveillance, job losses for drivers, and safety, though data suggests AVs may be safer than human drivers. Regulation and disabled people's inclusion in the conversation are crucial.
UK's chief climate adviser, Nigel Topping, warns that weakening net zero policies would damage the economy and investor confidence. The CCC report highlights progress in renewables and EVs but lags in heat pump adoption, urging the next PM to maintain course and accelerate green transitions.
Filter editors have curated a list of 31 vetted Prime Day 2026 deals across various categories, including kitchen, home, sleep, travel, tech, beauty, and fashion. Each item has been personally tested and fact-checked for price history to ensure genuine value, aiming to help shoppers avoid duds and find worthwhile purchases.
Apple released the second beta of iOS 27, featuring an improved Siri with 'Write with Siri' functionality and enhanced RCS messaging support including reactions and in-line replies. The updates are also present in iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 betas.
Investment firm Castlelake's third bid for easyJet, valued at £4.7bn (625p/share), faces shareholder skepticism due to a wide gap with the current market price and concerns over the bid's structure and deliverability under EU ownership rules.
Lauren Tetef is transforming an old Joann fabric store in Torrance, California, into a weekend creative festival on June 27-28. The event features artisan vendors, crafting workshops, and an 'activity garden' for attendees to create their own projects.
Gagik Tsarukyan, Armenia's wealthiest businessman and opposition politician, is building the world's tallest Jesus Christ statue atop a mountain overlooking Yerevan. The 101-meter statue aims to boost tourism and promote Christianity as Armenia's brand, despite opposition from the Armenian Apostolic Church and environmentalists.
The Verge's Installer newsletter covers new tech like Toy Story 5's screentime themes, Lettera markdown editor, PopSockets Low-Pro Grip, Mastodon 4.6, Snap Specs, Android 17, VSCO Studio Pro, and Microsoft Surface Laptop 8. It also features new Verge producer Josh Cajas's homescreen and app usage, plus community recommendations.
A "West Lake Crab Stuffed Orange" was served at a welcome banquet for Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing in Hangzhou, showcasing the deep friendship between China and Myanmar, known as "Bao Bo" (paternal cousins). This ancient dish, originating from the Southern Song Dynasty, blends local Zhejiang ingredients with cultural symbolism, offering a taste of Chinese heritage with international appeal.
Andy Burnham secured a landslide victory in Makerfield, intensifying speculation about a potential leadership challenge to Keir Starmer. Burnham's campaign manager stated a leadership contest is ready if Starmer steps down, while Starmer himself attempted to frame the win as a turning tide against Reform.
Andy Burnham secured a landslide victory in Makerfield, fueling speculation about a potential leadership challenge to Keir Starmer. Burnham's campaign manager stated a leadership contest is ready if Starmer doesn't step down, while Starmer himself attempted to frame the win as a positive sign for Labour.
Carlos Alberto Suástegui Villanueva, a suspected leader of the Los Águilas gang, was shot dead outside Guayaquil's airport. The attack, captured on security footage, occurred a day after a state of emergency was declared in the region due to rising gang violence.
Meta's new AI Mode in Facebook app search draws on public posts for complex queries. While it avoids some misinformation, it struggles with accuracy, offering flawed trip planning and local event suggestions.
A culinary and cultural journey through Mexico City explores Frida Kahlo's enduring impact, from a themed feast to her iconic Casa Azul home and studios, highlighting her art, resilience, and influence on contemporary issues.
Graham Potter, speaking at a press conference in Monterrey, Mexico, ahead of Sweden's World Cup game against Tunisia, discussed his career, learning from past experiences with Chelsea and West Ham, and his growth as a coach.
Sugar is hidden in over 50 names across many foods and drinks, making it hard to avoid. While natural sugars in whole foods are fine, 'free' sugars added by manufacturers or consumers are linked to health risks like obesity, tooth decay, and potential cognitive issues. Experts advise gradual reduction and focusing on whole foods.
Installer No. 132 covers Apple's WWDC announcements, focusing on AI and new home screen widgets. It also features recommendations for apps like Pool, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood on YouTube, and the Insta360 Luna Ultra camera, alongside community picks for games, shows, and music.
Bluesky is introducing "communities," smaller, customizable spaces for users to connect over shared interests, built on the AT Protocol. The feature, inspired by Reddit, will offer public, invite-only, and private options, with each community having its own feed and a URL for custom experiences.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the organization's decisions and addressed controversies ahead of the 2026 World Cup opening match in Mexico City. He spoke on ticket prices, visa issues for Iran's team, and a Somali referee's entry refusal, while protesters gathered nearby.
The 'crazy cat lady' stereotype, rooted in centuries of misogyny, reflects societal discomfort with female autonomy. Women like Lynea Lattanzio, who cares for 700 cats at her sanctuary, embody independence and challenge traditional norms, while research highlights the strong, positive bonds between women and cats, contrasting with the more accepted 'cat guy' phenomenon.
