Trump praises tech bosses’ ‘tremendous self-regulation’ of AI
President says chief executives have signed a ‘morally binding’ accord after lunch with industry leaders
URSY.NEWS / The day in headlines
Tuesday 29 September 2026
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Deloitte partner pay rises to record £1.1mn as firm cuts staff
Profits in UK business jump even as accounting and consulting sector confronts AI disruption
Most powerful obesity drug yet: People lost up to 25% of weight in trial
Retatrutide is a triple-hormone obesity drug simulating GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon.
New coach, new players, but same old failings hamper Scotland
Self-inflicted wounds cost Scotland on Sebastien Pocognoli's Hampden debut, writes Tom English.
Tennessee to execute a woman for first time in 200 years
A woman is set to be executed in Tennessee today for the first time in 200 years.
Hampden debut to forget but Pocognoli looks at bigger picture
Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli hopes "we will remember this night differently later on" as his Hampden bow ends with a 3-0 defeat by Switzerland.
Care homes with bars - coping with an ageing prison population
A special area at HMP Edinburgh has been set aside for older prisoners or those who have dementia.
'He will be forever 21': Tribute to former school pupil killed in Ukraine
Arkadii Petrov, who attended Kirkcudbright Academy, was killed after returning to Ukraine to fight.
Thousands of Glasgow City Council staff still do not know if their pay will be cut
One worker told BBC News they were "in a state of anxiety" waiting to find out how their wage would be affected by a new pay structure.
Wigan's O'Neill wins Man of Steel award
Brad O'Neill wins the 2026 Steve Prescott MBE Man of Steel award as Wigan's Jenna Foubister wins Woman of Steel.
Leaving your engine running in Wales could cost you £150
The previous punishment for idling was £20 and had not changed since its introduction in 2003.
Altman says OpenAI will delay its IPO until it overcomes safety concerns
ChatGPT maker launches new AI personal assistant as it faces challenge from Meta’s Muse
Protests against OpenAI get increasingly creative
New sculpture depicts AI leaders escaping a sinking ship.
Scottish village among UK's phone signal 'blackspots' - where people worry about phoning 999
Most of the UK has access to 4G and 5G signal, but in some places the lack of it causes serious disruption.
TV show teacher accused of sex assault and cocaine-dealing solicitor jailed
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Wales.
NASA Opens 2027 Human Lander Challenge for Lunar Communications
NASA’s 2027 Human Lander Challenge is seeking ideas from college and university students to help address one of the most critical needs for sustained lunar exploration: reliable communications. As NASA prepares for long-term human presence on the Moon through the Artemis and Moon Base programs, communications systems will be just as important as spacecraft and […]
AMD acquires World Labs AI startup, upping the ante against Nvidia
The deal, which is expected to close by year's end, is worth $8.2 billion.
Morocco names first female prime minister after historic election victory
Morocco has named its first-ever female prime minister, and only the second woman to hold the position in the Arab world, following an election.
NASA Awards Orbital Safety Analysis Support Services Contract
NASA has awarded a contract to Omitron Inc. for the acquisition of orbital safety analysis services, which provide for critical protection of NASA spaceflight assets and astronaut lives. This indefinite-delivery contract is valued at approximately $23.5 million over a five-year period of performance and entails conjunction assessment screening services for all NASA uncrewed spacecraft, support […]
The intricate web Man City spun to con the Premier League
The 40-page document which confirmed Manchester City were found guilty of inflating sponsorship income makes fascinating reading. Here's what it sets out.
Hegseth to slash top US military officer roles by 20%
Generals’ and admirals’ positions will be cut as part of the defence secretary’s wide-ranging overhaul of the armed services
NASA Features Exploration, Science at International Space Conference
NASA will participate in the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Antalya, Türkiye, from Monday, Oct. 5, to Friday, Oct. 9, highlighting America’s leadership in human exploration to the Moon and Mars, advancing responsible exploration under the Artemis Accords, world-changing science, and support for the commercial space sector. The IAC, organized by the International Astronautical…
Who 'battled impressively' for Scots? And how did you rate players?
How Scotland's players rated in their Nations League defeat by Switzerland.
Mum still 'has job to do' in search for answers over daughter's US shooting
Lucy Harrison, 23, was killed at her father's home in Texas but no criminal case was ever brought.
UK bosses left in dark by Burnham and Healey’s emphasis on ‘cost of business’
Chief executives welcome bold action on pensions triple lock but brace for potential tax rises in Budget next month
South Africa unveils plan to combat violence against women after 11 killings
South Africa's president has announced urgent action after the killing of at least 11 women in just two months.
Trump ads paid for by US government allegedly violate anti-propaganda laws
FCC unlikely to stop Trump ads described as illegal taxpayer-funded propaganda.
Suspect in RAF Fairford incident called 999 shortly before arrest
Motive for the emergency call is unclear, as police continue to investigate incident at air base used by US bombers
NASA Adds Blue Origin New Glenn 9×4 to Launch Services Contract
In accordance with a contract on-ramp clause, NASA has added Blue Origin’s New Glenn 9×4 launch service to the NASA Launch Services (NLS) II contract. The New Glenn 9×4 launch service will be available to NASA’s Launch Services Program Office to use for future missions. The NLS II contracts are multiple-award, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts with an […]
Real Madrid considering Van Dijk - Tuesday's gossip
Real Madrid are waiting for Virgil van Dijk to become a free agent, Bayern Munich offer Michael Olise a long-term contract and are eyeing Barcelona's Jules Kounde.
Premier League confirm Man City guilty of all charges - 5 Live reaction
Kelly Somers is joined by Dale Johnson, Kieran Maguire, John Murray and Paul Robinson
Eiffel Tower boss to stand down after female staff excluded during Hindu group visit
The head of the company which runs the Eiffel Tower is to stand down after female staff were excluded during a visit by a Hindu religious group.
NASA Sets Crew-13 Launch, Docking Coverage
NASA will provide live coverage of prelaunch, launch, and docking activities for the agency’s SpaceX Crew‑13 mission to the International Space Station. Live coverage will stream through a variety of platforms. Learn where to watch online: https://www.nasa.gov/live Crew‑13 is scheduled to launch at 11:10 a.m. EDT, Thursday, Oct. 1, from Space Launch Complex 40 at […]
Former director admits multi-million pound theft at elite Cardiff college
Nadeem Sarwar, 50, faces a "substantial chance" of going to prison, judge says.
NASA has a Dragon dilemma, and there appear to be no good answers
So is SpaceX just being selfish or what?
Mediators push to break US-Iran deadlock
Negotiators have shuttled between the American and Iranian officials in an effort to renew talks to end the seven-month war
Stevie Wonder Shares Four Unreleased Tracks from Recording Sessions for ‘Songs In The Key Of Life’
The release comes as the US artist gears up to tour his classic album to mark its 50th anniversary Photo by Richard E. Aaron Stevie Wonder has shared an EP of previously unreleased tracks that were recorded during the studio sessions for 1976 album Songs In The Key Of Life. Songs In The Key Of Life: The EP takes in four outtakes from the album: 'It's Easier', 'My Life Story Of Love', 'I Can See T…
Striker Eaves returns to Gillingham
League Two side Gillingham re-sign striker Tom Eaves, more than seven years after he last played for the club.
Here's what actually happened in OpenAI's Australian gov't server hack
Without a "full set of safeguards," agent accessed "system information and source code."
What have Man City been found guilty of doing?
Manchester City are found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules between the 2009-10 and 2017-18 seasons. BBC sports editor Dan Roan explains what it means for the club and the league.
'Predatory' PC on final warning sexually harassed trainees
One victim described how having to spend time with PC Rickard made her shake with anxiety.
Officer acquitted of sex assault to face police misconduct hearing
The police officer faces misconduct proceedings after being acquitted of sex assault charges at trial.
If he wants to secure legitimacy for electoral reform, Andy Burnham must stick to these rules
Involving both the public and all parties in shaping reforms on how they vote will be crucial.
Fury & Joshua in London for news conference as doubts ease
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua arrive in London for Wednesday’s launch news conference, with their December fight now expected to take place as scheduled.
Andy Burnham’s ‘jam tomorrow’ vision
Speech was more a bold manifesto for the next election than an urgent action plan
The four 'what next?' scenarios for Premier League after Man City ruling
It has taken more than two years, but a judgement has finally been made on the 115 charges levelled against Manchester City. Here's what it means.
Apple worked with Trump admin to remove ICE-tracking apps, lawmaker says
Lawmaker rejects Apple excuse for banning ICE-tracking apps as unconstitutional.
Tata Steel talks ongoing amid reports Port Talbot electric furnace faces grid delays
The Welsh secretary says UK ministers would carefully consider any request for financial support.
Michael Sheen says being an actor will be a disadvantage on Celebrity Traitors
The Hollywood actor says he is a big fan of the BBC reality show, which he will now try and win.
Man guilty of murder after victim dies 15 years on
Jordan Burton caused a serious head injury to Daniel Allright in 2006, which led to fatal epilepsy years later.
Burnham delivered honesty and emotion – but what about the promises? Our experts assess his plans
The prime minister wants fixing the crisis in social care to be the defining mission of his premiership.
Murder scene after mum was beaten to death by son was like 'horror film'
Tristan Roberts was arrested for killing his mum Angela Shellis hours after her body was found.
Police dog wins crimefighting duo award with handler
Boss, the German shepherd, is said to have assisted with more than 100 arrests before retiring.
Burnham's plan to end pension triple lock a bad idea, Swinney says
Scotland's first minister has also renewed calls for an independence referendum after Burnham's conference speech.
Small window for Welsh additional learning needs funding deal, politicians told
But Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates tells Rhun ap Iorwerth the money on offer is "still not enough".
America’s final military withdrawal from Iraq is a major bonus for Iran
US troops quitting Iraq leavesTehran a friendly neighbour and trading partner which can act as a pressure valve against international sanctions.
Saracens face fines over 'wine consultant' Venter's media no-shows
Saracens are facing fines from Prem Rugby for director of rugby Brendan Venter's failure to fulfil media commitments.
Scotcast: The Promise - a government hamstrung by bureaucracy?
The oversight board boss gives his verdict on government bureaucracy and delay.
'Nid mater i'r Kremlin yw ein dyfodol cyfansoddiadol' - prif weinidog
Mater i bobl Cymru, nid i'r Kremlin, yw dyfodol cyfansoddiadol y wlad, meddai prif weinidog Cymru.
E-scooter battery ignited house fire that killed mother and three children
A battery which caused a house fire that killed a mother and three children was from an e-scooter, the fire service said.
Three teenagers dead after car entered River Wear in Sunderland - as 17-year-old arrested
Three teenagers have died after a car entered the River Wear and a 17-year-old boy has been arrested, police have said.
Crew-13 Rocket and Spacecraft at Launch Pad
Ahead of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 mission launch, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft are vertical at the launch pad of Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida in this Sept. 27, 2026, photo. NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney, CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Joshua Kutryk, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Sergey […]
Firm fined £24,000 over worker crushed in conveyor
A Dagenham worker was pulled into a conveyor through a gap, the safety regulator said.
Wales' future in the UK not for Kremlin to exploit, says first minister
Rhun ap Iorwerth distances himself from Russian politician who speculated the UK does not have a future.
Controversial dual role of Scotland's top law officers to be reviewed
A former judge will examine the responsibilities of the lord advocate and solicitor general, who are Scotland's chief prosecutors as well as Scottish government legal advisers.
Disgraced brain surgeon 'should have' been stopped years ago, inquiry told
A top doctor for NHS Tayside has told an inquiry that there was a missed opportunity to stop a disgraced brain surgeon from operating long before he eventually stepped down.
NASA Opens Applications for Second Season of ORBIT Student Challenge
Following a successful inaugural year of ingenuity and career building, NASA ORBIT (Opportunities in Research, Business, Innovation, and Technology) has officially returned for a second season to bring university and college student innovation to the forefront of Earth technology development and deep-space exploration. Registration for the 2026–2027 challenge is open through Monday, Nov. 16, 2026…
Man City CEO refuses to answer questions on guilty verdict
Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano refused to answer questions about the Premier League charges from BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan at a conference of top European clubs in Copenhagen.
National museums to stay free for all visitors
It follows discussions about whether charging tourists could boost museums' finances.
Tech firms urged to block nude images on children's smartphones
Tech firms should act urgently to introduce nudity-blocking technology on children's smartphones to prevent exposure to "horrific" abuse, MPs have said.
How can the same El Niño cause drought in one part of the world and floods in another?
The climate science behind 2026’s super El Niño.
This study looks at how and with whom connected cars share your data
Between the cars and their companion apps, you’re exposed to a lot of trackers.
Ulster without trio of backs for Glasgow contest
Ulster will be without injured backs Michael Lowry, Aitzol Arenzana-King and Robert Baloucoune for their United Rugby Championship game away to Glasgow on Saturday.
Water firm fined almost £8m for sewage spillages at beauty spots
South West Water (SWW) has been fined almost £8m for hundreds of sewage spillages across Devon and Cornwall over a six-year period.
Clwb yn dathlu 80 mlynedd o rwyfo ar Afon Taf
Clwb Rhwyfo Llandaf yn dathlu 80 mlynedd ers sefydlu'r clwb gyda sioe liwgar ar y Tâf.
Fruit flies remember their larval diet, which influences their longevity
Eating less protein as larvae may limit their ability to produce proteins as adults.
Lord Sadiq Khan: should he stay or should he go?
Speaking from the Labour Party Conference, the Mayor of London discusses the possibility of running again.
Oxford Street pedestrianised from October - what you need to know
Parts of Oxford Street will be traffic free from Monday 26 October.
Amputee, nine, tells Catherine of Three Peaks success
Albie-Junior Thomas had his foot removed as a child but has since scaled the UK's highest mountains.
OpenAI says planned GPT-6.1 is too insecure to release
Similar performance, security tradeoffs also seen in current public models.
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Home births halted by London hospital
Homerton Hospital in Hackney pauses home birth service after a review, ruining some women's plans.
Anthropic’s IPO pitch includes a warning about human extinction
The Claude maker warns its own models could resist shutdowns and cause catastrophic harm.
Under the Microscope: NASA-Made Material for Moon Manufacturing
Photos taken using a microscope reveal the colorful, kaleidoscope-like crystal structure of a new NASA-made material that could be used for manufacturing during future space missions. Developed at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, the material could be created directly on the Moon or Mars, allowing NASA to pack fewer supplies — saving weight and […]
Russia's spy agency opens criminal case against Lib Dem councillor
Russia's spy agency has opened a criminal case against a Russian exile living in London, accusing her of being part of a terrorist organisation.
Sudden confusion in an older relative? Don’t assume it’s a urine infection
Sudden confusion needs urgent medical attention. A urinary infection is one possible cause, but a positive urine test may not give the whole picture.
From sausage rolls to full breakfasts, class has shaped the foods that define English identity
An exploration of why the English eat the way they do, and what those habits reveal about English society.
Man and woman charged with perjury following Conor McGregor's failed appeal over sexual assault finding
A man and a woman who swore affidavits on behalf of Conor McGregor ahead of his appeal against a sexual assault finding have been charged with perjury.
Taylor Swift: my database of her 123,553 lyrics reveals hidden patterns
Her lyrics prove that Swift can be associated with continuity just as much as change.
Need To Know Kent
Patients heading to a hospital in Ashford, may be in for an "extremely long wait".
'Tactical contact' not used by police before head-on A66 crash that killed seven, watchdog says
A 'stinger' and 'tactical contact' were not used by police moments before seven men were killed, including two officers, by a vehicle driven the wrong way down a motorway, a watchdog found.
AI has made borrowing more expensive – an expert explains how bond markets are changing
Tech is having a big effect on bond markets.
Wolves did not save Yellowstone – why were we so desperate to believe they did?
Yellowstone’s reintroduced wolves have become a famous conservation success story, but the reality is far messier.
US tech leaders are urgently calling for rules on AI – China already has them
China has already implemented many rules governing the use of artificial intelligence.
Flood defence scheme costing £42m opened
The scheme in west Kent cost £42m and will help protect communities along the River Medway.
GMP chief: G20 summit could 'bend us out of shape'
Sir Stephen Watson says next year's summit will be a 'vast' operation for Greater Manchester Police.
Kim Deal Reveals New Live Album and Concert Film
Live At The Barbican captures a London show that the artist played in March 2025, backed by a 25-piece musical ensemble Photo by Steve Gullick Kim Deal is releasing a live album and concert film, Live At The Barbican. Both were captured during a London show that the US artists played at London's Barbican in March 2025, which saw a 25-piece musical ensemble join her to perform orchestral rendition…
Interview: Firefox's chief on why he hopes a redesign will help win users from Chrome
Mozilla's Ajit Varma explains why a redesign suits the fight for the open web.
National museums in England to remain free for overseas visitors
England's national museums will remain free for overseas visitors after ministers opted against changing the universal free admission policy.
Injury to King would be a blow says Ainsworth
Gillingham boss Gareth Ainsworth says potentially losing deadline day signing Eli King to a knee injury would be "a big blow".
Klein Releases New Album, ‘my own fairytale’
The album is described as the UK artist's take on a "dark Disney soundtrack" Photo by Lengua Klein has surprise released a new album, titled my own fairytale. Comprised of 12 tracks, the record features previously released single 'man in the mirror', for which a new video has also been shared. You can watch the visual, which was co-directed by Klein and Neva Wireko, below. my own fairytale is des…
Preston return 'surreal' and 'special' - Alexander
New Preston North End boss Graham Alexander says he feels like he has come home after returning to his old club as manager.
NHS Grampian stands down critical incident at Elgin hospital
Dr Gray's in Elgin continued to be affected after a board-wide critical incident was declared over the weekend.
Newborn baby's body found on shoreline
Police are investigating after a newborn baby's body was found along a Welsh shoreline.
University antisemitism 'significantly higher' than before 7 October attacks
The number of antisemitic incidents at British universities is "significantly higher" than before the 7 October attacks nearly three years ago, a charity has warned.
Major dance festival Terminal V to be held on banks of River Clyde
The event is moving to Glasgow for the first time in 2027, having previously been held in Edinburgh.
Altrincham sign ex-Forest Green keeper Isted
Altrincham sign former Forest Green Rovers goalkeeper Harry Isted as cover for Owen Evans.
An autumn stargazing forecast: how to make the best of our night sky
A look at the night sky forecast to motivate you to dust off your telescope for the darker nights of autumn.
The Download: climate tech companies to watch and AI’s discovery problem
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Coming soon: our 2026 list of Climate Tech Companies to Watch With the planet nearing 1.5 °C of warming, climate policies being unraveled, and Big Tech backpedaling on its climate ambitions,…
Turkish referees' chief arrested in corruption investigation
The head of Turkey's referees' committee is detained along with six others as part of an investigation into corruption. head of Turkey’s referees committee, is among seven people detained in an investigation into alleged mobbing and document forgery
Heddlu'n chwilio am fam ar ôl canfod corff babi ar lan y Fenai
Mae'r heddlu yn chwilio am fam ar ôl i gorff babi gael ei ddarganfod ar lan y Fenai ym Mangor.
Gisele Pelicot rape case to be told in London play
Thirty actors will take part in the documentary-style performance based on documents from the trial.
Investigation into alleged gang rape at US university reopened by prosecutors
New York state prosecutors have reopened an investigation into the alleged gang rape of a woman at a Cornell University fraternity house two years ago.
Red Roses to return to Sunderland for Women's Six Nations
England will return to Sunderland's Stadium of Light – the venue for their record-breaking Women's Rugby World Cup opener – for the 2027 Six Nations.
Keenum stars on return in Bears win over the Eagles
The Chicago Bears put 27 points past the Philadelphia Eagles as they secured a 27-7 victory in game week three, as veteran quarterback Case Keenum makes his first appearance since 2023.
Major works on Brent Cross flyover - what you need to know
The project will last until 2028 and see single lane and full overnight closures.
Coming soon: Our 2026 list of Climate Tech Companies to Watch
Earlier this month, the UN announced the planet will tip past 1.5 ˚C of warming, “likely within the next few years,” squashing any lingering hope that nations would cut emissions fast enough to achieve the loftiest goal of the Paris climate agreement. In the US, the world’s second-largest-emitting country, its leader continues to deny climate…
Couple's 'slightly mad' new life farming on remote Welsh island
Gwyndaf Hughes and Georgina Rannard grabbed the chance for a career break on the "unique" island.
World Cup winner forced to sell medal following bankruptcy
Lawrence Dallaglio is selling off his Rugby World Cup winner's medal after being declared bankrupt last year following a divorce.
Designs for new River Deveron crossing to be showcased
More details on the planned bridge are to be given at public drop-in sessions next month.
Two arrested for murder over fatal e-bike crash
It is believed the moped had been pursuing the e-bike cyclist, the Met Police says.
Rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket history
As memories of sandpapergate are rekindled by Australia's upcoming tour of South Africa, rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket's history.
Families separated by 2,000 miles help track down tiny science boat
The families from the Hebrides played a part in finding the boat after its crossing of the Atlantic.
Making AI an asset, not an expense
When customers talk about AI costs, the conversation usually starts with token prices and ends with access to the latest, most capable model in the cloud. Do they always need that level of capability? Not necessarily. But that is often where the conversation goes. As AI moves from experimentation to production, model choice is only…
Big crowds a boost to Cymru Premier, say Penybont
A ticket giveaway saw record numbers watch Penybont, which director David Zeeman claims signals the league's growth
Tri dyn yn gwadu llofruddiaeth wedi gwrthdrawiad difrifol
Bu farw Ceiran Evans, 18, o Abertawe ar ôl gwrthdrawiad rhwng car a beic modur ym mis Gorffennaf.
Train lines reopen but delays persist after fire
Network Rail says the fire has "now been put out", with efforts ongoing to restore the timetable.
Why do some chimpanzee mothers carry their dead infants for months?
New research looks for patterns in this sad phenomenon.
Ferrari back Vasseur amid speculation over future
Ferrari back Frederic Vasseur as their F1 team principal after former Red Bull boss Christian Horner says he would be interested in joining.
The open-source AI platforms vying to become China’s Hugging Face
AI model platforms ModelScope and MoArk are competing to serve Chinese-speaking developers behind the Great Firewall.
Millions of new skilled workers are needed – vocational GCSEs could help prepare them
Preparing for an uncertain future is less about predicting which jobs will survive than developing skills that allow people to adapt as work changes.
Life bright for Gilmour after baseball and World Cup heartache
Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour opens up on the pain of missing out of this summer's World Cup.
Hospital hopes pressure will ease within 48 hours
A critical incident has been declared at the William Harvey Hospital where all beds are full.
Taylor to come out of retirement and reunite with Lewis
Phil Taylor will come out of retirement to play in the Modus Super Series alongside Adrian Lewis in November.
Szoboszlai's Hungary latest to draw blank in Belfast
Northern Ireland's return to the second-tier of the Nations League has brought back-to-back clean sheets.
Woman, 87, whose eviction sparked protests can return home, lawyer says
Evicted 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal can return to the apartment she has lived in for decades, her lawyer has said.
Wales without seven players for World Cup play-off
Ceri Holland is one of seven players who will miss out through injury when a depleted Wales squad take on Albania in their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final next month.
Barney's Bears - the Warwickshire captain who commands respect
How Shropshire lad Ed Barnard skippered Warwickshire to a title triumph in his first season as a county captain.
Bank cash machines ripped out in overnight raid
Two cash machines are targeted at the Royal Bank of Scotland in Peebles town centre.
Aston Villa sack boss Arroyo after winless WSL start
Aston Villa manager Natalia Arroyo is sacked following two defeats and two draws in their opening four matches of the Women's Super League season.
Gash – At Least You Know What You’re Laughing At
Gash At Least You Know What You’re Laughing At Wisconsin band shape up, think big and get clean at least you know what you're laughing at by gash Wisconsin natives Gash are equal parts brisk and bold. It’s very much in line, sonically, with their previous output, equipped with the same angular, do-it-yourselfness of 304/62, their last album. This record seems less reliant on samplework as a melod…
Anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas remanded in custody
Anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas, known as Danny Tommo, has been remanded in custody ahead of his trial next year.
How do Denmark and the UK compare when it comes to alcohol and drinking habits?
The countries make an interesting comparison because they both have a strong drinking culture, but their problems look slightly different.
Why Europe wants to boost its Arctic presence
EU leaders are scrambling to increase the bloc’s presence in the Arctic.
Meningitis at university: why students are at higher risk and what to watch for
First-year students are around seven times more likely to develop meningococcal disease than peers who do not attend university.
Argentina threatens UK with legal action over Falklands oil exploration
Argentina's president has threatened the UK with legal action over an oil project off the coast of the Falklands.
‘The forest is life’: how Indigenous communities in Peru are preventing wildfires
Forest fires have ravaged Peru in recent years, but Indigenous communities are fighting back, protecting forests and reducing blazes The post ‘The forest is life’: how Indigenous communities in Peru are preventing wildfires appeared first on Positive News.
Ex-world snooker champion jailed for child sex abuse
Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott has been jailed for seven years for historical child sex abuse.
Thousands of wildlife crimes going unpunished, campaigners warn
Thousands of "horrifying" acts of cruelty against animals including hedgehogs, badgers and birds are going unpunished, campaigners have warned.
'Togetherness the key' as Brennan marks five years
Barnet manager Dean Brennan reflects on five years since his appointment at the London club.
World Cup history beckons for Wales' defiant Lewis
Ffion Lewis is relishing the prospect of donning the Wales kit while making history as the first woman from her nation to become a dual-code World Cup player.
Ivezic ready for Hibs debut after virus - gossip
Summer signing Marko Ivezic says he is ready for his Hibernian debut following a virus, while Aidan McGeady is hearing that Kieran McKenna could be Celtic's next manager.
US forces to leave last bases in Iraq despite fears Iran will exploit withdrawal
US forces are set to pull out from their last bases in Iraq, leaving the country where 4,500 of their comrades died over more than 20 years of war.
Real Wild Man: Iggy Pop’s Blah Blah Blah at 40
Hitting its 40th anniversary, Julian Marszalek reckons that not only is Iggy Pop’s seventh solo record the most misunderstood of all of his LPs, but that it also happens to be David Bowie’s best album of the 80s Well, no one saw this one coming. Having spent the previous decade lauded as rock & roll’s most compelling survivor – an intoxicating mix of self-destruction, self-sabotage and musical in…
Rockfort! French Music for September, Reviewed by David McKenna
In his latest guide to the best new music coming out of France, David McKenna considers the relationship between regionalism and nationalism, and reviews essential new records, from a mutant club masterpiece to a brilliant prog pop swansong, via Sourdure, Brama and more Brama Last year, Anna Mahtani’s Organic Intelligence newsletter for tQ subscribers provided an excellent primer for the music th…
Listen: Will Scotland shock the Swiss at Hampden?
Can Pocognoli's Scotland upset World Cup quarter-finalists Switzerland?
New coin revealed with hidden messages celebrating Cluedo
The Royal Mint has unveiled a new collectible coin celebrating the board game Cluedo.
Keenum stars for Bears on first start since 2023
Veteran quarterback Case Keenum throws for two touchdowns and rushes for another as the Chicago Bears beat the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL.
FIFA accuses European football chiefs of 'harassment' against Gianni Infantino
FIFA has accused European football chiefs of "harassment" against Gianni Infantino and trying to influence the presidential election by "spreading misinformation" against him over the World Cup venture.
Flex your football brain with our daily quizzes
Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.
Jac Northfield: Dim Byd fel gwneud comedi
Roedd hiwmor yn rhan bwysig o fagwraeth yr actor a sgriptiwr o Gaernarfon, a gafodd rôl mewn cyfres eiconig ar S4C pan oedd o yn yr ysgol gynradd.
Nancy Guthrie investigators examine new possible ransom note
Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of US TV host Savannah Guthrie, are examining a possible new ransom note.
'Panig' yng Ngheinewydd ynghylch dyfodol gwasanaeth meddyg teulu
Mae ansicrwydd am ddyfodol gwasanaethau meddyg teulu yng Ngheinewydd ar ôl i ddau feddyg teulu gadarnhau eu bod am ymddeol.
Scotland's papers: School reform 'too slow' and pension triple lock at risk
A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.
Rheilffordd arfordir y gogledd i gau am fis yn y flwyddyn newydd
Bydd rheilffordd arfordir y gogledd yn cau am bedair wythnos fis Ionawr fel rhan o gynlluniau Network Rail i gyflwyno gwelliannau ar hyd y rhwydwaith.
Family of synagogue attack victim call for 'day of kindness'
Melvin Cravitz was described as a "mensch" by his family as they prepare to mark a year since the attack.
Shootings down more than 77% in Greater Manchester
There were 16 firearms discharges in the 12 months to April 2026, compared with 71 incidents in 2020-21.
Cwpl o Gaerdydd yn gadael 'bywyd prysur a chyffrous' i ffermio ar Ynys Enlli
Mae cwpl o Gaerdydd yn gadael eu gyrfaoedd ym maes y cyfryngau i fod yn ffermwyr ar Ynys Enlli.
Brodyr gafodd lid yr ymennydd misoedd ar wahân eisiau i fwy nabod symptomau
Ar ddechrau tymor prifysgol newydd mae dau frawd wedi trafod eu profiadau o ddal llid yr ymenydd dim ond misoedd ar wahân.
Old US warship deliberately sunk during training off Scotland
The 43-year-old decommissioned frigate was used for target practice off the Outer Hebrides last Monday.
'I love African culture': Sir Mark Rylance stars in Tartuffe Remixed
Tartuffe Remixed is an updated version featuring African and Caribbean families in London.
Too much of Scotland's care 'Promise' remains on paper, report says
The Promise - a plan championed by Nicola Sturgeon - is "running out of time" to effect change.
Lord Mayor favourite withdraws after ex-boss probe
Alderman Timothy Hailes said it was the "right decision" to protect the City of London's reputation.
Major works to start on Brent Cross flyover
Road users are warned to expect delays throughout the work, which could take up two years.
Dog walkers oppose planned beach restrictions
Dog owners criticise plans to ban dogs from part of Birchington beach and impose lead restrictions.
Teammates hailed after saving footballer's life
Kevin Smith recalls his terrifying moment and now urges people to learn CPR and how to use a defib.
Oren Ambarchi – Cooked
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APOD: 2026 September 29 – Sh2-188: The Shrimp Nebula
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 29 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Sh2-188: The Shrimp […]
Fire Cloud with a Pileus on Top
Scientists captured rare observations of an ephemeral pileus cloud hovering over a smoke-infused cloud that rose above a wildfire in Montana.
Mars Has Its Charmes
Written by Athanasios (Thanos) Klidaras, Ph.D. candidate at Purdue University Sept. 21, 2026 After a long hiatus, the Perseverance rover updates page is back. A lot has happened on Mars in the meantime, and with regular updates now resuming, there is plenty to catch up on — Perseverance has been busy. The rover has spent […]
Man who has spent decades on death row released after DNA evidence
A man who has spent decades on death row in Utah is being released after prosecutors said newly analysed DNA evidence did not match him.