News for August 11, 2025

8BitDo has announced that its latest wireless Xbox One and Xbox Series controller is now available in the UK. Sold as the 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller – Rare 40th Anniversary Edition, the controller expands on its standard model in more ways than just an…

Over the weekend, FX Networks and Showrunner Noah Hawley’s Sydney Chandler-starring Alien: Earth unleashed “The Hunt” in seven U.S. cities and a number of global activation sites – and it looked pretty great. The USCSS Maginot crash-landed on Earth, and conta…

Rachel Reeves is expected to meet Finance Minister John O’Dowd and Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly in Northern Ireland.

Two decades after playing one of the best Test series ever, Australia and England’s equally flawed sides mean the 2005 epic could well be toppled this summer.

Dive into the extraordinary growth story of Pasta Evangelists, a London-based company that’s revolutionizing the pasta market in the UK beyond. From humble beginnings in a basement, Cofounder and CMO Finn Lagun (Forbes 30 Under 30) and his team have built a m…

When Apple announced Live Translation at WWDC25, it highlighted use cases like FaceTime, phone calls, and messages. But one major use case was missing: real-world conversations. As it turns out, that was in the works too. more…

A video of Sabrina Carpenter covering Guns N’ Roses’ ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’ dressed like Axl Rose when she was a kid has resurfaced online. Continue reading…

Reactions to Australia’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state have been varied, with some now urging further action against Israel. Plus, rates day is here, and the PC wants more AI in schools. The post Albanese pushed to go further after Palestine recog…

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French President Emmanuel Macron has backed Australia’s decision to recognise a Palestinian state. Follow live.

As things stand, there are no invites for the country being invaded, nor the continent it sits in, writes James Waterhouse.

The popular gaming accessories maker, Genki, has a surprising accessory for PC gamers, which adds a lot of convenience to the desk. The company made a charging hub called Moonbase, which aims to serve as a hub for powering and charging multiple devices at the…

In May 2025, MSF held its annual Scientific Day conference, where selected pieces of operational research showcased evidence-based responses to some of the most pressing challenges in humanitarian settings. This year’s body of research reaffirmed MSF’s ongoin…

Addressing Africa’s AI training worker compensation challenges with decentralised AI

Filming for Netflix’s Narnia movie has officially started in London, England. Although the streamer hasn’t announced any members of the cast, thanks to new set photos, we have been able to identify the two young…

The Gravelines site in France, which can power around 5 million homes, has temporarily stopped production while teams try to clear the blockage.

Victims of Israeli attacks regularly entered clinics in clusters with injuries to similar parts of the body, he says.

William Grant & Sons hails the India-UK trade agreement as a landmark achievement, anticipating the introduction of higher-end whisky editions and boosted sales of premium spirits. Sachin Mehta notes the duty reduction on scotch from 150% to 40% over a decade…

Blockchain developer known as Fede’s Intern confirmed his release from Turkish custody on August 11 after authorities detained him over alleged connections to Tornado Cash. The developer posted on X that international intervention secured his freedom followin…

Scotland-based Skyrora has received the first U.K.-issued vertical launch license for a homegrown company, enabling rocket launches from SaxaVord Spaceport in the Shetland Islands.

Keep your belongings safe and secure with these anti-theft items while traveling abroad! The post The Internet Made Me TERRIFIED of Pickpockets on Vacation, so I Tested 3 Anti-Theft Products in Europe first appeared on the disney food blog.

A transcript from the Diamond Comic Distributors chapter 11 bankruptcy court session held on the 30th of April has been unsealed. Checking the Bleeding Cool Diamond Bankruptcy Timeline, we discover that this is the day that the courts approved of the sale of …

To drive the development of key space-based capabilities for the United States, NASA is exploring an opportunity to demonstrate technology to raise a spacecraft’s orbit to a higher altitude. Two American companies – Cambrian Works of Reston, Virginia, and Kat…

For the second time in its Operation Highmast deployment an F-35B from HMS Prince of Wales has been diverted to a civilian airport.

Kia is clearing space in its lineup as it prepares for several new models. That means saying goodbye to a few popular gas models as Kia prepares for the EV4 and another new electric car that will arrive soon. more…

This 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Berlina is an early 750-series example that was delivered new through Hoffman Motor Car of New York in December 1955. Chassis 01008 was acquired by the current owner in 2007 as a partially disassembled project and has since rema…

A British prison officer could be headed for her own cell after recently fessing up to a month-long inappropriate relationship with an inmate, according to a report. Megan Breen, 23, made the shocking admission in a Welsh court, becoming the latest of more th…

Multiple nominees for the UK’s premier queer writing award have removed themselves from contention to protest the inclusion of a self-proclaimed ‘trans-exclusionary radical feminist’ in their ranks

Picture an NBA champion deciding that connecting billions of people to the internet matters more than chasing another championship ring. That’s exactly what happened when Tristan Thompson announced his groundbreaking new role as World Mobile’s first Chief Dig…

Greta Gerwig’s Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew has started production in the UK, and a first look at the filmmaker on set has been revealed, along with the actors playing Digory Kirke and Polly Plummer.

The internet service which soared in popularity in the 1990s will come to an end from 30 September

What better way to test the Gooloo GT6000 power bank than jump-starting a six-liter diesel engine from 1934?

“I had long given up on finding my brother. It is just remarkable,” David Bell said.

Europe lacks the military capability to aid Kiev or enforce a ceasefire, The Times has said, as the US signals it is stepping back Read Full Article at RT.com

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Who is marine trainer Jessica Radcliffe? A fact check on a viral orca attack video has been done to know if it is real or fake. A viral video claims marine trainer Jessica Radcliffe was killed by an orca during a performance. The clip spread widely on TikTok …

The internet service which soared in popularity in the 1990s will come to an end from 30 September

The oldest B-17G still in service with the 91st Bomb Group and the next to last B-17 lost to hostile action by the group met a horrifying fate in the skies over Germany on April 8, 1945, just 30 days before Germany surrendered on May 7. Captured in the black …

This is the first time the Tatas have acknowledged the role of a Chinese-owned company in its battery business.

Joshua Webley and his wife got married this month. Most of his guests at the wedding were friends he met through the Expats Club in Kuala Lumpur.

Kula approaches impact investing as a critical avenue to build the future of worldwide communities, starting with the resources that sustain them.

Discover the centrepiece of the Lake District National Park at the helm of a newly restored motor yacht from the 1920s.

DNA-testing confirms human remains recovered from an Antarctic glacier are those of a British meteorologist who fell down a crevasse during an expedition in 1959.

Indian-listed companies in Europe and abroad are sourcing Basmati rice from Pakistan, raising ethical and national concerns.

Prince Harry has extended another olive branch to the royal family as he fights to worm his way back into his clan.

Industry seeks help of Govt, hopes US partners will bear part of burden.

The MHRA is consulting with UK stakeholders to gather feedback and comments on a revised international guideline, M4Q(R2).

A complaint raises concerns about the funding risks and a “toxic” culture at the Alan Turing Institute.

Tens of thousands of future construction workers to be trained up in high-demand construction skills by 2029, delivering growth and helping build new homes.

Jess Carter feared team-mate Lauren James would suffer “astronomical” racist abuse had she been the only England player to miss in the Euro 2025 shootout with Sweden.

The breakthrough was hailed as a “perfect natural model for Alzheimer’s” by scientists who worked on it

Dawn Meats, the major Waterford-based food processor, has confirmed a planned deal to pay NZ$250m (€128m) for a 65pc stake in the New Zealand-based Alliance Group.

Irish food group will take 65% stake in Alliance Group subject to shareholder support and regulatory approvals

England defender Jess Carter has admitted she felt “relief” that her team-mate Lauren James wasn’t the only player to miss a penalty against Sweden during the Euro quarter-final penalty shoot-out.

New research reveals that nearly 70 per cent of consumers prefer companies that actively support diversity initiatives. Those that don’t risk losing customer trust. The post Consumers are holding companies accountable for diversity first appeared on LSE Busin…

The deal requires 75% shareholder acceptance at a mid-October meeting.

We’ve talked a lot about how impressive YouTube’s TV viewership stats are here in the United States, but they’re not looking too bad across the pond, either. According to Edison Research‘s new UK Podcast Consumer report, the number of UK-based people who most…

In a significant move, the UK has added India to a list of countries whose nationals, convicted of crimes, will face immediate deportation without the option to appeal from within the UK. Under the new “deport now, appeal later” initiative, these individuals …

The cast of Netflix’s newest Jane Austen adaptation series will bewitch you, body and soul.

Jing Lusi, Richard Armitage, Lesley Sharp and Jemma Moore star in this thriller that’s reminiscent of Hijack.

Experts say the painful infection, spread to people from mosquitoes, can get to many countries if it finds the right hosts

Young people consider the next steps as Ucas data shows declining university applications.

University of Warwick astronomers, in partnership with institutions in Spain, are showing how astronomy tools, that are usually used to study stars, can be repurposed as climate sensors, helping us track how Earth’s atmosphere is changing in the face of globa…

TWO men have reportedly urinated on a pregnant homeless woman and her children in an alleged vile assault on the streets of Paris. The young family were sleeping on the ground outside the iconic Pa…

Chinese diplomat Liu Jianchao detained: Liu Jianchao, a veteran Chinese diplomat, faced detention after returning from an overseas trip. Authorities questioned him in early August. They also searched his residence. The reasons for his detention remain unknown…