News for July 16, 2025

Famed for its summer regatta, this riverside market town in south Oxfordshire has independent distilleries, cosy gastropubs and hotels fit for royalty.

To realise a research project, experimenters face conflicting design and implementation choices across hardware and software. These include balancing ease of implementation – time, expertise, and resources – against future flexibility, the number of opaque (b…

That’s a new one on me, from a UK trademark appeal; the plaintiff, who was self-represented, admitted to using generative AI, and the defendant’s lawyer was strongly suspected of so doing.

Stevie Wonder told the crowd at his UK show last week that he’s blind, confirming what we already know.

Rumors are swirling that Coca-Cola is eyeing a significant recipe change in the U.S. market, potentially swapping out corn syrup for natural cane sugar. In a surprising twist, President Trump has claimed that Coca-Cola is on board with this alteration. With g…

Does Tony Finau have a shot at winning The Open Championship at Royal Portrush? Has Tony Finau ever won a major? Where is Tony Finau from?

The MSI Titan 18 HX AI is as powerful as it is heavy. If you want top-tier performance with more portability than a tower PC, and you can accept the price tag, this is a fantastic choice.

The number of acid attacks has risen 10% in a year, according to a Freedom of Information request to UK police forces.

(TrendHunter.com) The YETI Daytrip collection has been created by the brand with short summertime excursions in mind to help consumers keep things cool when partaking in a wide range of outdoor activities. The…

Reduced pessimism regarding financial prospects at both the company and industry levels suggests that businesses are becoming “more acclimatised” to current market conditions, according to the latest IPA Bellwether report.

Debra Crew’s sudden departure underscores investor frustration, slowing sales and the need for leaner, smarter marketing.Diageo boss Debra Crew is out after barely a year at the helm, with the drinks giant accelerating plans to slash $500m in costs and sell u…

No, Iris Kendall and Pepe Garcia-Gonzalez aren’t running back to their former partners. The Love Island USA stars made deep connections with contestants TJ Palma and Hannah Fields, respectively,…

A non-profit organisation is trying to create more pathways into the sector for working-class people.

The Open 2025 tees off at Royal Portrush with Rory McIlroy aiming for another major after his Masters win. Top players including Xander Schauffele, Scottie Scheffler, and Bryson DeChambeau join the field. Live coverage begins July 17 on Sky Sports and NOW, wi…

Britain’s airports are charging up to £7 to briefly drop-off passengers close to terminals.

(TrendHunter.com) The ASDA Feed the Family for a Fiver campaign is being launched in the UK as part of the grocer’s initiative to support families who are struggling with the rising cost of food. The campaign puts a…

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London, with the visit set to focus on defence and illegal migration.

A representative survey looking at attitudes to freedom of expression in England and Wales commissioned by the Commission for Countering Extremism.

Great British Energy to cut energy bills for local community libraries, fire stations, care homes and community centres.

Experts instructed the technology to initially look for warning signs on the images, such as blood vessel narrowing or blockages

The cost of childcare over the six-week summer holiday will rise by at least four per cent across Britain

Cork City Council has electrified a greater proportion of its fleet than any other local authority, according to a new report.

Syria begins withdrawing army from Suwayda, but Israel vows to continue to ‘operate vigorously’ in Druze-majority city.

(TrendHunter.com) The Costa Coffee Hypeline campaign is being launched in the UK with the help of Roman Kemp and Olivia Attwood to encourage Gen Z consumers to get in touch for the chance to win a personalized voice…

In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he says “some stupid Republicans” fell for a hoax.

Timothy Bingham was two years old when he had a mild flu-like illness which left him unable to walk

UK retailer Co-op has confirmed that personal data of 6.5 million members was stolen in the massive cyberattack in April that shut down systems and caused food shortages in its grocery stores. […]

Ford Motor Company is going all in on reducing the cost of electric cars, starting with new battery chemistries. Will it be enough? The post Ford Plans To Bring Affordable EVs To Market appeared first on CleanTechnica.

In mid-July 2025, actor Kevin Spacey made a post on X reading: “Release the Epstein files. All of them. For those of us with nothing to fear, the truth can’t come soon enough.”

(TrendHunter.com) The Bird & Blend x Hello Kitty range has been announced by the UK-based brand in collaboration with Sanrio as a series of products that are perfect for avid fans of the cartoon cat to pick up this…

BERLIN/LONDON (Reuters) -Friedrich Merz embarks on his first trip to London as German chancellor on Thursday to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and sign a wide-ranging friendship treaty, as part of a broader push to reset the EU’s relationship w…

UK officials discuss a ban on crypto donations to political parties, citing transparency and foreign interference risks. As campaign funding evolves, lawmakers worldwide are reevaluating digital asset contributions.

Joanna “Jo” Bacon, the British actor who portrayed the mother of Martine McCutcheon’s Natalie in the 2003 film Love, Actually, died June 14 of cancer. She was 72. Her death was announced by the UK’s Harlow Theatre Company. Bacon’s funeral was held July 15. “I…

Eight children have been born in the UK using genetic material from three people, which appears to have prevented them from developing serious genetic conditions

Eight children who were at risk of serious genetic conditions have hit all of their developmental milestones after donor mitochondria was used during their IVF conception

Ally Van Tillo helped start the memorial and wants to bring it back to Scotland after 30 years.

This post A Visit to Jersey appeared first on Daily Reckoning. Jersey is so much more than just a tax haven… The post A Visit to Jersey appeared first on Daily Reckoning.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will sign a new Anglo-German treaty in London on Thursday that includes a commitment to assist each other in case of armed attack.

(TrendHunter.com) Cheez-It Cheese & Smokey Bacon crackers are headed to the UK market has a new take on the classic cheese-flavored snack product that builds on its success. The crackers feature the familiar taste…

The number of people 85 years and older is expected to double in the U.K. over the next couple of decades. Apian, a London-based health care logistics company that partners with the National Health Service, thinks automation can help. We visit Apian to unders…

“Harry Potter” star Emma Watson was banned from driving for six months following a speeding ticket in July 2024. Watson already had nine points on her driver’s license.

(TrendHunter.com) Little Moons Brown Butter Caramel is the brand’s latest flavor of its signature mochi ice cream bites that are crafted with the namesake sauce in mind to offer a rich, deep floor experience. The…

Mitochondrial donation treatment is designed to prevent children being born with devastating diseases

WARTON, England (Reuters) -BAE Systems said on Wednesday it was developing a new weaponised drone, aiming to offer military customers a lower-cost option for…

It comes as Friedrich Merz makes his first official visit to the UK as German chancellor.

The Prime Minister will launch the Civil Society Covenant – a new way of working that puts people at the heart of government.

Brits and Germans alike will benefit from a closer partnership on the issues that matter most to them, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to host Chancellor Friedrich Merz for a comprehensive visit to London.

STARK, which makes weapon systems for NATO, says its new facility in Swindon will support 100 jobs.

Italy captain Cristiana Girelli scored a 90th-minute winner as Italy beat Norway 2-1 to set up a potential semi-final against defending champions England.

Sitting down at the beach really is Huda Mustafa’s dream date. After the Love Island USA star’s reaction to Iris Kendall’s oceanfront outing with Jeremiah Brown during the June 16 episode went…

The method was pioneered by UK scientists to overcome devastating, sometimes fatal inherited diseases.

“Have you always believed in yourself?” “There’s nothing impossible in this world…” Trafalgar Releasing has debuted the main official trailer for a documentary film titled Andrea Bocelli: Because I Believe, profiling the beloved Italian tenor who also happe…

With James Gunn’s Superman and Universal’s dinosaurs roaming the Earth, counter-programming, read Paramount Animation’s reboot of Smurfs with Rihanna as Smurfette, and Sony’s reboot of late ’90s franchise I Know What You Did Last Summer will have a hard time …

A dramatic day on Wednesday ended with Wall Street in the green and the dollar and short-dated Treasury yields lower, although off their earlier extremes…

Coca-Cola said they “appreciate President Trump’s enthusiasm”, without confirming they plan to make the tweak.

The method was pioneered by UK scientists to overcome devastating, sometimes fatal inherited diseases.

HBO has unveiled the new Harry Potter. A new generation is going to grow up with a wizard other than the iconic Daniel Radcliffe, and it feels weird.

Eight babies have been born in the UK thanks to a technology that uses DNA from three people: the two biological parents plus a third person who supplies healthy mitochondrial DNA. The babies were born to mothers who carry genes for mitochondrial diseases and…

Emma Watson and Zoe Wanamaker were caught speeding in separate incidents. Two Harry Potter Stars Banned from Driving on Same Day Eddie Fu

We read somewhere yesterday, in one of the trades, that the Adams Family have set some kind of record at Fantasia – the first filmmakers to premiere films at the festival five years in a row.   Consistancy is key and Shudder appears to have followed suit and …

Bitcoin hits a new high as investors worry about the US economy. Gold also gains ground as a safe haven. Inflation data shows a slight increase. The crypto market briefly dipped but quickly recovered. Other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, XRP, and Solana also…

Samsung hasn’t officially announced the Galaxy A17 5G yet—but that hasn’t stopped the phone from showing up in the usual places. Support pages for the … The post Samsung Quietly Teased the Galaxy A17 5G and It Might Launch Sooner Than You Think appeared fir…