Microsoft has been testing its ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming service over the past few months, as I exclusively revealed in October. Now, the software giant is getting close to testing the free streaming option with Xbox Insiders. Over the weekend, Microsoft updated its Xbox app with loading screens for Xbox …
Read More »Stunning Northern Lights show delights photographers
An unusually intense display of the Norther Lights was captured by photographers around the country last night – with some of the brightest pinks, greens, purples and reds se Officially known as the Aurora Borealis, the phenomenon is caused by solar eruptions interacting with particles in the Earth’s atmosphere. The …
Read More »UK’s Chagos Islands deal an ‘act of great stupidity’, Trump says
BBC US President Donald Trump has described the UK’s deal to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius and lease back a key military base as an “act of great stupidity”, months after he endorsed the move. The UK signed the £3.4bn ($4.6bn) agreement in May, under which it will retain …
Read More »America's new food pyramid—what's changed and why?
[ The US has unveiled a controversial new food pyramid that’s causing a stir among nutrition experts. It represents the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans—advice on what types and quantities of food and drink make up a healthy diet. Source link
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From Las Vegas, the latest trends and innovations at CES 2026. BBC News
Read More »Godalming public toilets win National Loo of the Year award
A public toilet in Godalming has scooped a prize at the National Loo of the Year Awards. The Crown Court Toilets have made it into the Top 20 “Premier League” of Local Authority Public Toilets in the UK. Godalming Town Council took over the running of the toilets in 2018 …
Read More »Afghanistan beat West Indies in first T20 – scorecard
Latest scorecard from the first Twenty20 international between Afghanistan and West Indies in Sharjah. BBC News
Read More »Toxic metals and carcinogens found in Australian tattoo inks
[ A study led by UNSW Sydney and published today analyzed the chemical composition of 15 black and colored tattoo inks from major, established international tattoo ink brands that were purchased from Australian suppliers. While every ink tested failed current European Union (EU) safety regulations for tattoo inks, the authors …
Read More »Former chief constable Craig Guildford ‘to face misconduct investigation’
BBC The former chief constable of West Midlands Police, Craig Guildford, has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), the BBC understands. Mr Guildford retired on Friday after losing the confidence of the Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, following a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending a …
Read More »Footage inside Spanish train as passengers evacuate from crash
A video filmed after a deadly crash involving high-speed trains in southern Spain, shows emergency workers at the scene and a passenger climbing out of a tilted carriage. Footage of passengers evacuating carriages has also been captured, with authorities warning that the death toll from the incident could rise. The …
Read More »Why Starmer is saying Trump is wrong | Politics News
👉Listen to Politics at Sam and Anne’s on your podcast app👈 After a weekend tariff assault by President Trump on the UK and Europe – triggered by the fallout from the U.S. ambition to buy Greenland – the Prime Minister rips up the agenda to hold an emergency news conference …
Read More »Wales Six Nations squad: Winners and losers as hopefuls press claim
Having been a Test regular since his debut in 2022, Rio Dyer was overlooked by Warren Gatland for last year’s Six Nations. The Dragons wing was recalled by Tandy for the autumn series, featuring against South Africa, and has been in fine form since. His double against Newcastle Red Bulls …
Read More »Kyren Wilson: How cue ‘from Father Christmas’ masterminded Masters triumph
Picture the scene. An emotional Kyren Wilson is cutting a dejected and disconsolate figure in the dark and grey bowels of the York Barbican. Not only has he had family health issues to contend with, but a difficult campaign has been compounded by being forced to change the cue that …
Read More »NBA London: Memphis Grizzlies beat Orlando Magic as NBA returns to UK
The Grizzlies, who have struggled for consistency this season, dominated the early stages and led by 17 points late in the first quarter. From there it became an even contest, with the score difference varying little in the last three quarters and the Magic’s hopes of a fightback limited by …
Read More »Africa Cup of Nations: Players storm off pitch in protest during dramatic final
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Read More »Best Android Phones of 2026: Tested by Our Experts
Display size, tech, resolution, refresh rate 6.2-inch AMOLED; 2,340×1,080 pixels; 1 to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate 6.3-inch OLED; 2,424×1,080 pixels; 60 to 120 Hz variable refresh rate 6.8-inch AMOLED; 3,120×1,440 pixels; 1 to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate 4-inch pOLED, 2,992×1,224p, up to 165Hz variable refresh rate; 7-inch AMOLED; 1,272×1,080p, up …
Read More »Brisbane Heat v Sydney Sixers – BBL scorecard
Latest scorecard from the Big Bash League match between Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers at the Gabba. BBC News
Read More »Ant and Dec sorry after ‘insensitive’ podcast promo prompts backlash
Warning: this story contains discussion of suicide Ant and Dec have apologised for promoting their new podcast with a video that has been criticised for containing imagery that was insensitive and may be triggering for people struggling with mental health. Social media users characterised the opening shot of the clip …
Read More »More than 4,000 homes in Maidstone hit with water supply issues
Getty Images South East Water says about 4,500 properties in several villages surrounding Maidstone have been impacted by water supply issues About 4,500 homes in Kent are experiencing water supply issues. South East Water (SEW) said the disruption affecting several villages around Maidstone was caused by an electrical fault at …
Read More »Around 1,500 soldiers on standby for deployment to Minneapolis, reports say
Soldiers are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis, a US defence official has told CBS News, the BBC’s US partner. The official said the 1,500 soldiers, currently in Alaska, are an option for the US president if he decided to use active duty military personnel, as anti-Immigration and Customs …
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