Latest International News
Israel Re-establishes Closed West Bank Settlement, Defying Growing International Protests
A new generation of Israeli settlers has returned to Kadim, a settlement in the occupied West Bank that was closed two decades ago, amid growing international opposition to Israel’s settlement expansion. Thirty “pioneer families” arrived at the settlement on Thursday...
Canada Says It Will Match US Tariffs ‘Dollar for Dollar’ as Trade Talks Break Down
Canada has announced that it will match new US tariffs on Canadian goods “dollar for dollar” after last-minute trade negotiations between the two countries broke down. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the suspension of trade talks shortly before the...
Eleven Killed in Israeli Strikes Across Southern Lebanon
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have killed 11 people, according to Lebanese authorities, marking one of the deadliest days of violence since an agreement aimed at reducing hostilities was announced in June. Lebanese officials said civilians were among those...
Rescuers Search for Survivors After Powerful Indonesia Earthquake
A major earthquake has struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 47 people as rescue teams continue searching damaged buildings for survivors. The magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck shortly before 05:00 local time on Saturday, according to Indonesia's...
Art News
India Is Turning to Ancient Water Systems as Modern Ones Run Dry
Communities across India are restoring centuries-old water systems as water scarcity and climate...
Eight of the World’s Most Colourful Buildings
Colour has been used to bring joy and character to architecture for hundreds of thousands of...
Colombia’s Museo de Arte de Pereira Closes After Major Earthquake Damage
Colombia’s Museo de Arte de Pereira has closed following extensive damage caused by a powerful...
Mary Heilmann, Influential Abstract Painter, Dies at 86
Influential American abstract painter Mary Heilmann has died at the age of 86 in Riverhead, New...
Guggenheim Veteran Valerie Hillings Named Inaugural Director of Abu Dhabi Branch
The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi has appointed Valerie Hillings as its inaugural director, marking another...
The Great Estate Rush That Is Reshaping the Art Market
The global art market is undergoing a major transformation as some of the world's most prestigious...
Latest Canada News
Survivor Describes Moments After Plane Ripped Through His Vehicle in Prince George
A survivor of a dramatic emergency plane landing in Prince George, B.C., is sharing his experience...
Stabbing at Edmonton Sikh Temple Leaves Two Injured, Man in Custody
Two men were injured during a stabbing at the Nanaksar Gurdwara temple in Edmonton on Friday...
Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwath Opens Up About Leaving Abusive Relationship
Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwath has spoken publicly for the first time about leaving what she...
Alberta Prosperity Project Member Resigns After Racist Remark
A member of the Alberta Prosperity Project has resigned from the group after using a racial slur...
Trucking Company Involved in Deadly Manitoba Crash Among 20 Carriers ‘Eliminated’ in Alberta
A trucking company involved in a fatal crash in Brandon, Manitoba, has been barred from operating...
Organized Crime Is Using Encrypted Messaging Apps to Enlist Youth. This Spells Trouble for Police
Organized crime groups are increasingly turning to encrypted messaging apps to recruit young...
Weather Conditions Expected to Spark New Wildfires and Accelerate Fire Growth in B.C.
The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) is warning that changing weather conditions could significantly...
Entertainment
Tupac Murder Accused Told Police in 2008 His Nephew Fired Fatal Shots
The man accused of orchestrating the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur told police in 2008 that he handed the gun used in the fatal drive-by shooting to another passenger, who then passed it to his nephew, according to a recording played in court. Duane “Keffe D” Davis is...
Meghan in Talks for Acting Role in Netflix Series The Gentlemen, BBC Understands
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, is in early discussions to return to acting with a potential role in Netflix series The Gentlemen, according to the BBC. If confirmed, the role would mark Meghan’s first significant acting appearance since her marriage to Prince...
Thousands of Bonnie Tyler Fans Pay Tribute as Coffin Returns to Swansea Home
Legendary Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler has made her final journey to her home in Mumbles, Swansea, with thousands of fans lining the streets to pay their respects. The singer, best known for the global hit Total Eclipse of the Heart, died unexpectedly on 8 July at the...
Ariana Grande Brings Eternal Sunshine Tour to the UK
Ariana Grande has returned to the UK with her Eternal Sunshine tour, performing for thousands of enthusiastic fans at London's O2 Arena. Despite a sweltering heatwave across the country, fans packed into the arena on Saturday night, arriving dressed in colourful and...
Campaigners Call for Jared Leto’s Concerts to Be Cancelled After Criminal Sexual Conduct Claims
Women's safety campaigners are calling for Jared Leto's upcoming UK concerts to be cancelled following allegations of sexual misconduct and criminal sexual conduct involving four women. The claims were detailed in a recent BBC investigation, which reported allegations...
Madonna and Blur Producer William Orbit Dies Aged 69
Acclaimed British music producer William Orbit, best known for his influential work with artists including Madonna, Blur, All Saints and Pink, has died at the age of 69. A statement from Orbit's family and friends said he died at home on 23 July. No cause of death was...
Sports
Second Set of Twins a Good Distraction From Injury, Says Maddison
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison has described the birth of his second set of twins as a positive distraction during a difficult period recovering from a serious knee injury. The 29-year-old missed most of the 2025-26 season after suffering a ruptured...
Swaggering Arsenal Want Title Attack, Not Defence
Arsenal have started their latest Premier League campaign with the confidence of champions, making it clear that their ambition is to win the title again rather than simply defend it. New gold “Champions” signage above the entrance to Emirates Stadium reflects the...
Rashford Returns as AC Milan Expose Manchester United Issues
Manchester United's pre-season ended on a disappointing note as they suffered a 4-2 defeat to AC Milan, leaving manager Michael Carrick with plenty to consider before the Premier League season begins. With United's opening league match against promoted Hull City only...
Can Arsenal Defend Their Premier League Title?
Arsenal begin the new Premier League campaign as defending champions after ending their long wait for another league title last season. Mikel Arteta's side are among the favourites to lift the trophy again, but history suggests that successfully defending a Premier...
Inside Newcastle 2.0: How the Project Is Changing
A new era is taking shape at Newcastle United, with the club changing its approach to recruitment, player development and squad building following the departure of Eddie Howe. Howe's exit came after a 4-1 pre-season defeat by Bristol City. Even during the journey...
Infantino Denies Claims Uefa Paid Off Alleged ‘Lover’
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has strongly denied allegations that Uefa made a six-figure payment to a woman who reportedly had an alleged relationship with him during his time at European football's governing body. Infantino was Uefa's general secretary between...
Technology
How Landscape Gardening Is Being Electrified
Landscaping is undergoing a shift from petrol-powered equipment to quieter and cleaner electric alternatives, particularly in parts of the United States where cities are introducing restrictions on noisy gardening tools. In Southern California, the familiar sound of...
GTA 6 Leaks: A Nightmare or a Blip for the Biggest Video Game of the Year?
Grand Theft Auto 6 has been surrounded by renewed anticipation ahead of Rockstar Games’ planned extended preview, but a series of apparent leaks could overshadow the highly anticipated release. It has been more than 18 months since the last GTA 6 trailer was released....
Why Tech CEOs Keep Writing Manifestos About AI
Technology leaders are increasingly turning to long-form manifestos to explain their vision for artificial intelligence, arguing that AI could become one of the most important technologies in history. The latest example came from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who recently...
Secondhand Book Sales Are Booming — Is AI Behind the Surge?
The market for secondhand books is experiencing an unusual surge, with independent booksellers reporting huge bulk orders from companies buying thousands of titles at a time. The sudden demand has left booksellers wondering why so many used books are being purchased...
OpenAI Flags Possible Critical Cybersecurity Risk in Upcoming Model, Tightens Controls
OpenAI has warned that its upcoming AI model, Astra, could potentially reach a "critical" level of cybersecurity capability, prompting the company to pause some internal development and activate additional safety measures. The warning highlights growing concerns about...
Trump Says Congress Wants to Regulate AI Industry “Out of Business”
US President Donald Trump has warned that Congress could regulate the artificial intelligence industry "out of business", highlighting the growing political debate over how the rapidly developing sector should be governed. Trump made the comments in an interview with...
Education & Jobs
Goldman Sachs Study Finds AI Is Putting Pressure on Labor Markets
Artificial intelligence is beginning to put pressure on labor markets across major developed economies, with the impact varying by industry and the level of workers, according to research from Goldman Sachs. The Wall Street investment bank found that industries more...
New York Unseats San Francisco as Top Market for Tech Talent, CBRE Reports
New York has overtaken the San Francisco Bay Area as the largest market for tech talent in the United States, driven in part by rapid growth in artificial intelligence jobs, according to a new report from CBRE. New York has 394,300 tech talent jobs, compared with...
Wall Street Reacts to Shocking July Jobs Loss: ‘This Is a Pretty Horrendous Report’
Wall Street reacted sharply to a surprisingly weak July jobs report, with analysts describing the figures as a major warning sign for the US economy. The US economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July, according to the latest employment data, compared with...
Falling Long-Term Unemployment Isn’t Good News — What It Means for Jobseekers
Long-term unemployment in the US declined in July, but economists warn that the headline figure may not be as encouraging as it first appears. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the number of Americans who had been unemployed for at least 27 weeks fell...
U.S. Economy Unexpectedly Loses 23,000 Jobs in July
The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost jobs in July, adding to signs that the country's labor market is beginning to slow. Nonfarm payrolls fell by a seasonally adjusted 23,000 jobs during the month, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday....
Falling Long-Term Unemployment Isn’t Good News, Economists Say — What It Means for Jobseekers
Long-term unemployment in the US fell in July, but economists say the decline may not be the positive signal it initially appears to be. The number of people who had been unemployed for 27 weeks or more — the official measure of long-term unemployment — fell by 64,000...
Weekly Best News
TikTok to Pay $400m to US in One of Largest Child Privacy Settlements
TikTok has agreed to pay $400m to the US government to settle a lawsuit alleging that the platform violated children’s privacy laws, marking one of the largest settlements involving child privacy protections. The settlement follows a 2024 lawsuit brought by the US...
Search for Survivors After 16 Killed by Russian Double-Tap Strike on Ukraine Mall
Rescuers in Ukraine worked through the night searching for survivors in the wreckage of a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih after a deadly Russian drone strike killed 16 people and injured 130 others. Local officials said nine people were still missing following Friday’s...
Qatar Denies Capturing Three Iranian Pilots After Fighter Jets Were Downed
Qatar has strongly denied Iran's claim that it captured three Iranian pilots after two Iranian fighter jets were downed during a military operation at the beginning of the US-Iran war. Iran has called for the release of the three pilots, claiming they have been held...
Liechtenstein Changes Succession Rule to Allow Women to Ascend the Throne
Liechtenstein has changed its royal succession rules to allow women to inherit the throne, ending the country's tradition of male-only succession. The announcement was made on the national day of the small central European principality, which has a population of...
‘I Ran Because I Knew I Would Die’: Russian Drones Target Medics in Ukraine
A Ukrainian paramedic has described the terrifying moment she was chased by a Russian drone while trying to provide emergency medical assistance in the southern city of Kherson. Inna Lytvynenko said she was responding to a call to treat a woman injured in a Russian...
Nation
One Killed in Sword Attack at Swedish School
One person has been killed and several others injured in a sword attack at a high school in...
UK, Canada and Australia Condemn Israel Over Refusal to Criminally Probe Gaza Aid Worker Killings
The UK, Canada and Australia have condemned Israel’s decision not to launch a criminal...
Multiple Suspects at Large After Five Shot at Virginia State University
Five people have been injured, including one critically, after a shooting near Virginia State...
Morocco Detains Dozens of Migrants Trying to Cross Into Ceuta
Moroccan authorities have detained dozens of migrants attempting to reach Ceuta, the Spanish...
A Bruising 24 Hours: What Next for FIFA and Gianni Infantino?
FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing one of the biggest challenges of his leadership after a...
The Sopranos Star Vincent Pastore Dies Aged 80
US actor Vincent Pastore, best known for playing Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero in the...
Business & Economy
Prince Harry and Six Others Face Privacy Case Legal Bill of Up to £34.5m
Prince Harry and six other claimants could face a legal bill of up to £34.5m after losing a...
These Bookshops Let Chinese Readers Question Their Country – Now the Doors Are Closing
Independent bookshops in Hong Kong have become important places for readers from mainland China...
Air India Pilot’s Reported Cannabis Test: What It Can and Can’t Tell Investigators
Reports that an Air India pilot tested positive for cannabis following a flight have raised...
Ireland’s Small but Determined Wine Industry Is Warming Up
Ireland may be best known for stout and whiskey, but a small and increasingly ambitious wine...
Trump Imposes 15% Tariff on Key Chip Material to Counter China
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 15% tariff on imported products made from polysilicon, a...
Surprise Fall in US Jobs as Slow Summer Hiring Raises Concerns
The US labor market weakened unexpectedly last month, with the economy losing jobs instead of...
Stock Market
Chinese Robotics Giant Unitree Soars in Stock Market Debut
Unitree Robotics, one of the world’s leading humanoid robot makers, has made a dramatic debut on the Shanghai stock market, with its shares rising more than 460% on their first day of trading. The Chinese company’s shares were offered to investors at 150.80 yuan...
SpaceX Shares Unlocked, Giving Early Employees a Potential Windfall
Early employees at SpaceX could be in line for a significant financial windfall as restrictions on their company shares are lifted. Some employees who received thousands of stock options as part of their compensation packages could now have access to shares worth...
‘I Lost $14,000 in a Month’: Investors Hit by South Korea’s Wild Stock Market Swings
A South Korean bank worker says he lost around 20 million Korean won ($14,000) in a single month after a sharp decline in technology stocks hit his investments. Yongjoon Kim had been saving the money to help buy a home ahead of his wedding later this year. Instead,...
Inside the Ukrainian Startup Powering Ukraine’s Deep-Strike Drone Campaign
A Ukrainian defence technology startup has expanded dramatically since Russia's full-scale invasion, becoming a major part of Kyiv's long-range drone campaign against Russian targets. Fire Point, a Kyiv-based missile and drone manufacturer, says its systems now...
Trump Teased an Iran Deal That Never Came, but Markets Still Soared
Financial markets rallied this week after the Trump administration raised hopes that the United States and Iran could reach an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices fell as investors anticipated a possible diplomatic breakthrough, while stock markets moved...
Chip Stocks Slide in US and Asia as AI Concerns Rattle Investors
Shares of major semiconductor companies have fallen sharply across the US and Asia as a growing sell-off in artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks continues to unsettle investors. South Korea's benchmark Kospi index experienced a major decline on Tuesday, falling...
Fashion
The Designer Behind Hilary Duff’s Tour Dress
British designer Paul Aaron is gaining attention for his distinctive knitwear designs after his creations were worn by celebrities including Kylie Jenner, Shakira and Zara Larsson. Aaron, from Hooton near Chester, said he was amazed when Hilary Duff wore one of his...
Flip-Flops and Sandals at Work – What’s OK in a Heatwave?
As temperatures rise during a heatwave, choosing what to wear to work can become surprisingly difficult. Flip-flops, sandals and open-toe shoes can provide relief from the heat, but whether they are appropriate depends largely on your workplace, role and dress code....
Viv, the 82-Year-Old Fashion Influencer
At 82, Viv is proving that fashion has no age limit. While social media fashion influencers are often associated with younger generations, Viv has built attention around her distinctive personal style and shown that creativity and confidence can continue to inspire at...
Shorts, Strappy Tops and Sandals: What Is Acceptable to Wear to Work?
As another summer heatwave approaches, many workers are facing a familiar problem: how to stay cool on the commute without looking too casual at work. Choosing an appropriate summer outfit can be surprisingly complicated. Shorts, strappy tops and sandals may provide...
Appeal Launched to Trace Rare ‘Made in Lancashire’ Horrockses Housecoat
A museum in Lancashire has launched a national appeal to find a rare housecoat believed to be among the earliest surviving pieces from the celebrated Horrockses Fashions brand. The search comes ahead of a major exhibition at the Harris Museum in Preston, which will...
Opulent Brides Are Funding India’s Global Fashion Play
For decades, India was known mainly as a manufacturing hub for some of the world's biggest luxury fashion brands, producing everything from ready-to-wear clothing to high-end couture. However, the country's fashion industry is now experiencing a major transformation,...
Environment
Giant Whales Move Into Greenland Waters as Ice Disappears
Giant whales are moving into previously inaccessible waters along Greenland’s east coast as rising temperatures cause sea ice to disappear, according to a decades-long scientific study. Researchers have recorded and filmed hundreds of large whales, including...
Volunteers Work to Reopen Stoke-on-Trent’s Historic Observatory
Volunteers in Stoke-on-Trent are taking on the ambitious task of restoring a historic observatory and bringing it back to life for the local community. The Newchapel Observatory, built in the 1960s by four amateur astronomers, was once considered a groundbreaking...
Indian Solar Mission’s New Findings Throw Light on Enduring Sun Mysteries
India’s Aditya-L1 solar mission has provided scientists with new clues that could help explain one of the biggest mysteries surrounding the Sun: why its outer atmosphere, or corona, is dramatically hotter than the surface below it. The findings, led by Indian solar...
Taiwan Calls China’s Traffic Controls in Taiwan Strait ‘Ridiculous’
Taiwan has criticised China's attempt to introduce traffic control measures for ships travelling through the Taiwan Strait during Typhoon Dolphin, calling the move "ridiculous". Taipei said Beijing does not have the authority to restrict access to what it considers...
Typhoon Dolphin Hits Japan as China Shuts Ports Ahead of Landfall
Typhoon Dolphin has struck Japan's southern Okinawa prefecture, bringing powerful winds that injured six people and disrupted electricity supplies across the region. More than 50,000 buildings lost power as the storm moved across Okinawa on Saturday, according to...
Wildfires Spread Across Greece as Conditions Worsen in France and Spain
Wildfires have spread across several parts of Greece, forcing residents to evacuate as strong winds fuel flames and make firefighting efforts increasingly difficult. In one of the most severe incidents near Porto Germeno, northwest of Athens, firefighters, police, and...
New Researches
The Meds That Can Make the Heat Harder to Handle
Some medicines can make it harder for the body to cope with extreme heat, potentially increasing...
A Rare Baby Sighting Could Reveal Where Life Begins for World’s Largest Sharks
A rare sighting of a newborn whale shark in Indonesia could provide scientists with important...
Want to Get Better at Making Decisions? Ask an Ant
Humans often believe our ability to think deeply makes us superior decision-makers. But despite...
Levitating Sensor Could Detect the Brain’s Faintest Magnetic Signals
Scientists have developed a new type of magnetometer that uses a levitating magnet to detect...
The Forensic Traces That Can Help Catch Poachers
Tiny details left behind by criminals are helping investigators fight one of the world's biggest...
After 60 Years, Scientists Discover Metformin’s Hidden Brain Effects
For more than six decades, metformin has been one of the most widely used treatments for type 2...
Oxford University
Tower Statues to Be Replaced ‘for Public Safety’ at Oxford College
Four historic statues on the tower of Oxford’s Trinity College are set to be replaced because of...
Ukrainian Refugee Wins Place at Oxford University
A 19-year-old Ukrainian refugee has secured a place at Oxford University to study music, four...
Fluorescent’ Weed Takes Over Popular Oxford Bathing Spot
A popular bathing spot in Oxford has been affected by a thick layer of bright green duckweed...
Train Lines Disrupted After Oxford Station Incident
Train services through Oxford Station have been disrupted, with passengers facing delays following...
