News for September 8, 2025

23 of the world’s best adventures for thrill-seekers

National Geographic
From bear-watching in British Columbia to surfing breaks in Tahiti, adventure awaits in all corners of the world. Here’s how to find one that suits your fitness level and budget.
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Porn websites must legally check users’ ages under Australia’s new rules

Crikey
Adult websites will need to figure out all users’ ages and restrict access to only adults ‘where technically feasible and reasonably practicable’, starting from March next year. The post Porn websites must legally check users’ ages under Australia’s new rules…
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Stuart Craig Dies: Oscar-Winning Production Designer From Harry Potter Franchise & ‘The English Patient’ Was 83

Deadline
Stuart Craig, a UK production designer and art director who won Oscars for his work on The English Patient, Dangerous Liaisons and Gandhi, died September 7. He was 83. Craig’s passing was confirmed via the British Film Designers Guild, which posted a message …
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What to Watch on Netflix This Week, September 8 to 14, 2025: Here's full list of releases

The Times of India
What to Watch on Netflix this week includes new releases from September 8 to 14, 2025. Major highlights are aka Charlie Sheen, The Wrong Paris, Wolf King Season 2, and more titles.
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Pret A Manger Writes Down Sandwich Chain’s Value as Costs Soar

Livemint
Pret A Manger Ltd. swung to a loss after writing down the value of the British sandwich chain by more than half a billion pounds amid tough trading conditions and higher costs.
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Just miles between them, William and Harry still seem so far apart

Sky.com
With talk of a reconciliation between Prince Harry and his older brother William, along with King Charles, we wait to see if the Windsors are really any closer to moving on.
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Prince Harry appears to take swipe at Prince William with rare ‘challenging’ siblings comment

New York Post
The Duke of Sussex is in the UK and reportedly has no plans to see his estranged brother.
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How to watch Monday night football: Vikings vs. Bears kick off 2025-26 season

The Times of India
Monday Night Football will return with a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears. The game will be on September 8, 2025. J.J. McCarthy will lead the Vikings. Ben Johnson will debut as the Bears’ head coach. The game will be available on ABC a…
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It's taken three years to recover from China hack, election watchdog says

BBC News
In the first interview about the hack, the commission’s new boss admits that huge mistakes were made, but says the organisation is now secure.
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Vape ban isn't working, says waste firm boss

BBC News
Millions of vapes are being thrown away incorrectly despite the ban, causing chaos, says Biffa.
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I've spent 2 days with Dyson’s new flagship stick vacuum – it's a cleaning wizard but this one 'upgrade' is starting to annoy me

TechRadar
There’s a lot to love about the V16 Piston Animal, but it’s not a slam-dunk from Dyson.
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Why monsoon rains have been so deadly in India this year

BBC News
Rains have caused landslides and severe floods in parts of the country and killed hundreds.
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MBDA to show tank gun-launched missile, cheap cruise missile at DSEI

Yahoo Entertainment
The weapon was developed with feedback from the war in Ukraine, where soldiers improvise non-line-of-sight attacks by blind firing high-explosive shells.
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More than 20 civilians killed in 'brutal' Russian strike on Ukraine, Zelenskyy says

Sky.com
More than 20 civilians have been killed in a Russian airstrike on a village in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said.
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Pret A Manger launches own range of meal deals in bid to take on the supermarkets

The-independent.com
The sandwich and coffee chain has said it will test the meal deal format in the final three months of 2025
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Ed Sheeran reveals why he is ‘just about to move to America’

The-independent.com
Musician joked that he might be ‘the only person’ moving there
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Lena Dunham, Jeremy O. Harris & Raffi Donatich Developing Intimacy Coordinator Series ‘Sex Act’ For Netflix; Sarah Paulson Eyeing To Star – The Dish

Deadline
EXCLUSIVE: Following the buzzy TIFF launch of the indie comedy Poetic License, marking her feature writing debut, Raffi Donatich has inked a deal to develop the TV series Sex Act for Netflix, alongside Jeremy O. Harris (Slave Play, Zola) and Lena Dunham (Too …
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Prince Harry Visits Queen Elizabeth's Grave in U.K Without 'Diva Duchess' Meghan Markle By His Side — as It's Finally Revealed How Exiled Royal 'Derailed' Plans Surrounding Late Monarch's Death

Radaronline.com
Prince Harry visited Queen Elizabeth’s grave on a trip to the UK without Meghan Markle, amid claims the couple ‘derailed’ her death plans.
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Spotify Premium subscribers get ‘Smart Filters’ for playlists, audiobooks, and podcasts

9to5Mac
Spotify subscribers in seven English-speaking regions are getting a new way to filter their content, based on activity, genre, or mood. Here are the details. more…
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Prince Harry jokes about ‘challenging’ siblings as hope for William reconciliation is squashed

Page Six
The brothers chose not to meet during Harry’s trip back to the UK.
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King Charles once again embarassed by Prince Andrew, who is off Trump dinner guest list

Page Six
Multiple sources told us Prince Andrew will never attempt to step back in the US for fear of any arrest or prosecution.
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“Re-writing the gold standard of what high-performance cycling gear can do”: Castelli unveils first clothing made with Polartec’s “revolutionary” AirCore fabric

road.cc
Italian brand says its new Perfetto RoS 3 jacket “revolutionises breathable protection”, promising windproofing, water resistance and next-level breathability
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Should all pupils get the right to an outdoor education week?

BBC News
The Scottish government must choose to fund outdoor education or a bill aiming to give all children the experience will fail.
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How I find silver linings as a BBC weather presenter living with Crohn's

BBC News
Calum MacColl is well known for his sunny disposition and impromptu singing but few are aware of his struggles behind the scenes.
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Graham Linehan: I don't regret my online posts

BBC News
The Father Ted writer tells the BBC he stands by his online posts which led to his arrest last week.
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Devastating storms exposed gaps in response – report

BBC News
A review into the response calls for an overhaul of the financial and mental health support.
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At least 10 dead, 41 injured, after train rams bus

Sky.com
A freight train has collided with a double-decker bus in Mexico, shearing it in two and killing at least 10 people while injuring 41 others, authorities said.
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V. Christie signs with Dallas Global Agency, unveils atmospheric single “Petrichor”

Dancing Astronaut
Norwegian electronic music has been quietly cultivating some of the scene’s most compelling talents, and V. Christie stands as a prime example of the country’s evolving sonic landscape. The alias of Vebjørn Christie, this multifaceted DJ and producer has been…
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Surge in networks scans targeting Cisco ASA devices raise concerns

BleepingComputer
Large network scans have been  targeting Cisco ASA devices, prompting warnings from cybersecurity researchers that it could indicate an upcoming flaw in the products. […]
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Renault Megane in line for major hot hatch revamp to boost sales

AutoExpress
A sporty makeover is planned to give the electric Megane a hot hatch reinvention
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BMW reveals new iX3 EV with a monster 500-mile range, but I was expecting more from the first of the 'Neue Klasse'

TechRadar
After much conceptual teasing, BMW reveals what the New Class of its electric vehicles looks like –and I’ve been left a bit cold.
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Reform UK Undermines Labour Agenda With Threat to Kill Projects

Financial Post
Nigel Farage has only four members of Parliament and may have to wait until 2029 to have a shot at being prime minister. But his Reform UK is already trying to steer investors away from projects that don’t fit its populist agenda.
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Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS unusual path or trajectory raises questions about natural or technological origin. Here's all about its size and brightness

The Times of India
Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has sparked debate in the scientific community about whether its path is natural or designed. Researchers have studied its trajectory, brightness, and size to understand its possible origin.
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3 ASX shares I would hold in an SMSF for long-term growth

Motley Fool Australia
Let’s see why these shares could be top options for a super fund. The post 3 ASX shares I would hold in an SMSF for long-term growth appeared first on The Motley Fool Australia.
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Jaguar Land Rover Extends Shutdown After Cyber Attack

Slashdot.org
Jaguar Land Rover has extended the shutdown of its UK and overseas factories after a cyberattack forced it to take IT systems offline, disrupting production, dealerships, and suppliers. The BBC reports: Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) UK factories are now expected …
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Lachlan Murdoch to cement control of family media empire in new deal

The Irish Times
Deal ends a sometimes bitter legal battle between Rupert Murdoch’s oldest children for control of his business
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Glamorous Law Student Gets 25 Years In Hellhole Dubai Prison As Heartbroken Mom Pleads For Help

Boredpanda.com
“Committing a crime was not a shock but arresting her was?”
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Can you live forever? Scientists reveal why humans can’t surpass 150 years

The Times of India
Human lifespan limit: A new study indicates a biological limit to human lifespan. It suggests that even with optimal health, our body’s resilience declines with age. This decline puts a ceiling on human life, around 120 to 150 years. Researchers analyzed bloo…
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Raytheon UK Completes Paveway IV Integration Trials on Italian Typhoons

Theaviationist.com
The Italian Typhoons were spotted at RAF Marham in July 2025, carrying live Paveway IV bombs and working at the MOD Aberporth range. Raytheon UK announced on Sep. 8, 2025, that it successfully conducted Paveway IV integration trials on the Eurofighter Typhoon…
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Why Is ‘The Paper’ Connected To ‘The Office’ At All?

Thoughtcatalog.com
‘The Paper’ isn’t a disaster – it’s actually pretty good – but it makes no sense for it to be linked to ‘The Office.’
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This Breakthrough Drug Wakes Up Sleepy Hair Follicles. It May Be the Ultimate Baldness Cure, Scientists Say.

menshealth.com
A hidden biological switch controls hair growth. Scientists just learned how to flip it back on and kickstart the process.
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ESafety commissioner announces AI codes to prevent childrens’ access to harmful material

Crikey
Julie Inman Grant will introduce new online codes to limit child access to harmful AI tools, and Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has doubled down on refusing to apologise for her Indian migrants comments. The post ESafety commissioner announces AI codes to prevent …
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Montreal senior jailed in the U.K. for trying to smuggle cocaine inside a mobility scooter

CBC News
The National Crime Agency said a 71-year-old Canadian who tried to bring cocaine worth $1.2 million into Britain is the latest example of how drug gangs are getting creative with who they use as their mules.
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UK Age Verification Data Confirms What Critics Always Predicted: Mass Migration To Sketchier Sites

Techdirt
New data from the UK’s age verification rollout provides hard evidence of what internet governance experts have been warning about for years: these laws don’t protect children—they systematically drive users from regulated, compliant platforms to unregulated,…
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MPs push for change on Palestine Action but minister stands firm

BBC News
There were 890 arrests in London on Saturday for protesting to lift the ban on the proscribed group.
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Rick Davies Dies: Supertramp Singer Who Wrote Hits ‘Bloody Well Right’ & ‘Goodbye Stranger’ Was 81

Deadline
Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of the hit-making British progressive rock band Supertramp, died of multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer, on Saturday, September 6, at his home in East Hampton, New York. He was 81. His death was announce…
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Manchester City Q&A: What about ‘115 charges’ and how peace deal affects other clubs?

Independent.ie
Manchester City and the Premier League have reached a settlement in their dispute over the rules governing associated party transactions (APTs).
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All You Need To Know About Playing Borderlands 4: Launch Times, Day-One Patch, And More

Kotaku
Gearbox’s massive co-op shooter is nearly here and we have all the answers to your Borderlands questions The post All You Need To Know About Playing Borderlands 4: Launch Times, Day-One Patch, And More appeared first on Kotaku.
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Ex-Sharesies managers raise $4.6m for Marloo, their AI assistant for financial advisers

New Zealand Herald
Halter’s Craig Piggott among a slate of ‘paying it forward’ local backers.
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U.S. Stainless Steel Prices Hold Steady Amid Trade Uncertainty

OilPrice.com
The Stainless Monthly Metals Index (MMI) moved sideways, with a modest 1.69% increase from August to September. U.S. Stainless Steel Prices Flat in August U.S. stainless steel prices moved sideways during August. Since their series of announcements in the pas…
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'Jack Your Body' vocalist Keith Nunnally dies

Ra.co
The Chicago legend’s duo with Steve “Silk” Hurley, J.M. Silk, helped introduce house music to the UK with the chart-topping 1986 hit.
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WATCH: Ukrainian woman stabbed to death on train in North Carolina

ABC News
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein said Monday he was “appalled” by the unprovoked murder of a Ukrainian woman on Charlotte’s light rail system last month.
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WATCH: Chicago bracing for possible federal intervention

ABC News
President Trump has repeatedly said he’s considering sending federal troops to Chicago, while local officials have maintained any deployment would be unnecessary and illegal.
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WATCH: Russia launches 142 drones into Ukraine

ABC News
At least three people are dead, including a child, after Russia struck Ukraine overnight.
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Solar Eclipse Cruises You Can Still Book for 2026

Condé Nast Traveler
From Iceland to Spain, these cruises position travelers directly beneath the moon’s shadow during the 2026 total solar eclipse.
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Some Heart Attacks Might Be Triggered by Germs

Gizmodo.com
Researchers in Finland have found evidence that the plaque found in our arteries can contain bacteria that could set off a heart attack under the right circumstances.
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