As Russia faces setbacks in Ukraine, analysts fear Vladimir Putin may escalate the conflict rather than capitulate. Potential reactions range from cyberattacks and sabotage to nuclear threats, as Ukraine gains ground and Russian influence campaigns expand.
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Paramount's $110bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, citing concerns over a substantial lessening of competition.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that "controlling the entire Donbas region" and "reaching a deal" with Ukraine are not contradictory. He expressed Russia's desire for a peaceful resolution based on agreements made with former US President Donald Trump in Anchorage.
Steven Seagal, US actor and Russian Foreign Ministry Special Representative, proposed an international film studio or foundation at SPIEF to foster global unity through cinema. He envisions a diverse collective of filmmakers rather than a single controlling entity.
Shreyas Iyer's sister, Shresta Iyer, has called out online trolls for severe harassment, including calls to her workplace, after a "banter" reel resurfaced following Punjab Kings' IPL exit. She emphasized the reel was light-hearted and condemned the targeting of her colleagues, students, and family.
Essex's Crouch Valley is rapidly becoming a leading English wine region, with local vineyards winning international awards and attracting interest from French winemakers. Factors like climate change and a growing demand for local produce are driving its success.
Iran asserts it will maintain full control over the Strait of Hormuz, even if a deal with the US is reached. This contradicts US President Trump's claims of the strait returning to pre-war status. Meanwhile, negotiations for a ceasefire continue, with both sides reporting progress but acknowledging outstanding issues.
Pacer Akash Singh's 'chit' celebration after dismissing Ruturaj Gaikwad for Lucknow Super Giants marked the end of years of frustration. The note, 'Akki on fire - Akash knows how to take wickets in T20 game,' reflected his journey through multiple IPL franchises without consistent opportunities.
Pacer Akash Singh's 'chit' celebration after dismissing Ruturaj Gaikwad for Lucknow Super Giants marked the culmination of years of frustration. The note, 'Akki on fire - Akash knows how to take wickets in T20 game,' reflected his journey through multiple IPL franchises without consistent opportunities.
UK adults spend ~7.5 hours daily on screens. Experts argue screen time isn't inherently bad, but how it's used. Active engagement like learning, gaming, creating, or connecting offers benefits, unlike passive scrolling.
The IMF has advised UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves to maintain spending limits, warning against caving to demands for government support. The advice, while milder than previous rebukes, urges focus on controlling welfare costs and efficiency in public services. The article questions the untouchability of pensioner benefits compared to those for younger generations and those in work.
TV presenter Ruth Dodsworth revealed her ex-husband controlled her finances, leaving her penniless and in debt. Jonathan Wignall was jailed for coercive behaviour and stalking. Dodsworth shared her experience to help others rebuild their lives.
It is, once again, Gemini season. Google is announcing a host of new Gemini features during its pre-I/O Android showcase, many of which aim to help use your phone for you. You'll find Gemini in more places, like Chrome on Android, in your autofill suggestions, and all up in your apps - if you want. […]
It is, once again, Gemini season. Google is announcing a host of new Gemini features during its pre-I/O Android showcase, many of which aim to help use your phone for you. You'll find Gemini in more places, like Chrome on Android, in your autofill suggestions, and all up in your apps - if you want. […]
Allen, a media entrepreneur, to replace founder Jonah Peretti as chief executive with ‘significant’ cost cuts to comeBuzzFeed, the digital media pioneer that was once valued as high as $1.7bn amid a private equity-funded wave of interest in websites that generated massive amounts of online traffic in the 2010s, has finally changed hands for $120m.On Monday, the company announced that a controlling stake in the company has been sold to media entrepreneur Byron Allen. Allen, who often makes large, sometimes unsolicited bids for media companies, is also an on-screen personality in addition to controlling his Allen Media Group conglomerate, which owns networks including The Weather Channel. Allen’s show, Comics Unleashed, will replace the Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS’s schedule starting later this month. Continue reading...
Charlotte Proudman’s comments follow trial of Christopher Trybus, who was acquitted of all charges against wife Tarryn BairdA barrister has suggested that a “dead woman was put on trial” in the case of Christopher Trybus, who was cleared of manslaughter by a jury.Charlotte Proudman’s comments came after Trybus was found not guilty by a jury of eight women and four men, who deliberated for more than 40 hours. He was acquitted of all charges: manslaughter, coercive and controlling behaviour and two counts of rape. Continue reading...
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit marked a visible shift for Armenia as he proclaimed “a Europe which goes from Iceland to the Caucasus” while being greeted with adulation — strolling avenues to La Marseillaise, singing Aznavour and receiving a medal to boot.
The China Eastern Airlines plane that crashed into a hillside in 2022, killing all 132 people on board, had its fuel supply cut mid-flight, newly released investigative material shows, which bolsters the theory that the aircraft was intentionally brought down. While China still has yet to release a final report on the accident, findings released by the US National Transportation Safety Board this month show that levers controlling the flow of fuel to the jet’s engines were switched to the...
The Mittal family, in partnership with Adar Poonawalla, is set to acquire a controlling stake in the Rajasthan Royals franchise for approximately $1.65 billion, including its global teams. The deal is expected to close in Q3 2026.
A robot patrolling a park in China's Jilin province with a loud hailer warning about pesticide use has gone viral online, with many finding its humorous approach to environmental protection amusing.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced on April 21 that her cabinet had amended the Three Principles on Transfer of Defence Equipment and Technology, Japan's framework for controlling military hardware and technology exports since 2014. Citing an increasingly severe security environment where no single country can protect its own peace alone, Takaichi emphasized the need for partner countries to support each other through defence equipment. Despite Japan's technological capabilities, the country accounts for a trivial share of global arms exports, while China and South Korea rank among the top 10 weapons exporters according to SIPRI.
Bollywood actor Rahul Roy, known for 'Aashiqui', has responded to online trolling over his recent social media videos, clarifying he faces financial struggles and legal matters stemming from before his brain stroke. Several Bollywood celebrities including Farah Khan, Archana Puran Singh and Sonu Sood have come out in his support after he stated he is earning through hard work rather than mocking others.
US Central Command has prepared plans for a 'short and powerful' wave of strikes on Iran targeting key infrastructure, according to an Axios report. President Trump is set to be briefed on Thursday by CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, with options including taking control of parts of the Strait of Hormuz or a special forces operation to secure Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile. Trump currently views the naval blockade as his primary leverage but remains open to military action if Iran does not yield.
