Meta is giving Ray-Ban Display users an option to text on their glasses without needing their phone or a keyboard, only the Meta Neural Band. The new EMG handwriting feature, announced on Tuesday during CES, allows users to physically write with their hand on any surface, rather than texting. It’s …
Read More »Man, 81, seriously injured after being hit by car on New Year’s Day
Google The incident happened on Queensferry Road near Dean Bridge An 81-year-old man has serious injuries after being knocked down by a car in Edinburgh city centre just after the bells on New Year’s Day. The incident happened at about 00:30 on Thursday on Queensferry Road near Dean Bridge. Emergency …
Read More »Leicester agree loan for Aston Villa defender Sarah Mayling
Aston Villa defender Sarah Mayling has joined Leicester City on loan until the end of the season. The right-sided full-back made 109 appearances for Villa and scored three goals after joining the club for a second spell in 2021, having been part of its academy set-up between 2014-16. However, her …
Read More »Neil McCann: Kilmarnock appoint former Dundee boss as new manager, with Billy Dodds as assistant
Kilmarnock have appointed Neil McCann as their new manager, with Billy Dodds joining as assistant. McCann replaces Stuart Kettlewell, who was sacked after six wins in 25 games. Under-19s coach Kris Doolan oversaw Killie’s past four games, taking one point. Dodds and McCann previously worked together as part of Barry …
Read More »Nvidia’s Gaming Announcements at CES 2026 Are All About the Software
While the Nvidia keynote at CES 2026 on Monday afternoon brought the usual cavalcade of robots, autonomous driving models and massive commercial hardware for AI, its low-key gaming news didn’t get to join the party. Given there’s no new gaming hardware, it’s understandable. But Nvidia did launch version 4.5 of its DLSS …
Read More »Chelsea: Liam Rosenior agrees to become manager
Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior says he has verbally agreed to take over at Chelsea. The 41-year-old Englishman is set to replace Enzo Maresca, who left on New Year’s Day. “I cannot turn down this opportunity to join an incredible club, incredible squad who are Club World Cup champions,” Rosenior said. …
Read More »This desktop charger turns your iPhone into a robotic AI assistant
CES is packed with AI companions and assistant robots this year, but the DeskMate from Loona is a clever take on the idea: it’s a desktop charging hub, with three USB-C ports, one USB-A, and a MagSafe pad, that automatically activates an AI companion app when you attach your iPhone …
Read More »Emerson’s SmartVoice devices follow verbal instructions without Wi-Fi or a hub
A new line of small appliances and devices from IAI Smart, billed as Emerson Smart products, are now available that will let you operate fans, heaters, smart plugs, and air fryers with your voice — with no apps, Wi-Fi, or smart home connection at all. Using the company’s SmartVoice technology, …
Read More »HIV funding still falls short of targets after pledges: What's at stake
[ The US government paused all foreign assistance in January 2025. This abrupt decision affected the delivery of life-saving HIV medicines and the provision of HIV prevention services to millions of people. A UNAIDS report estimates there could be an additional 6 million new HIV infections and 4 million Aids-related …
Read More »Ecovacs adds a mop cover to its flagship robot vacuum
Ecovacs launched the second generation of its top-of-the-line robot vacuum and mop at CES 2026 this week. The Deebot X12 OmniCyclone is the follow-up to the $1,500 X11, which launched at IFA in September 2025. Yes, just three months ago. The X12 keeps the same overall design of the X11, …
Read More »Emma Jansson: Leicester City sign Swedish midfielder from Rosengard
Women’s Super League side Leicester City have signed midfielder Emma Jansson on a two-and-a-half-year deal from Swedish side FC Rosengard. Jansson, 29, who has previously been capped at Under-23 level by Sweden, arrives in the East Midlands having helped Rosengard win Damallsvenskan titles in 2022 and 2024. “I am really …
Read More »London Marathon: British Special Olympians gearing up for event
Ten runners from Special Olympics GB have been given a place at this year’s London Marathon, where each of them will be raising money and proving their disability is no barrier. READ MORE: GB athletes need to harness AI for future success – UK Sport chief BBC News
Read More »Luke Littler headlines Premier League Darts 2026 line-up
World champion Luke Littler will headline this year’s Premier League Darts line-up with Jonny Clayton, Stephen Bunting, Gerwyn Price and debutant Josh Rock confirmed as wildcards. The 16-week competition will also feature defending champion Luke Humphries and Michael van Gerwen when it begins on 5 February in Newcastle. Dutchman Gian …
Read More »Ioan Cunningham: Ex-Wales and Fiji coach joins Scotland backroom team
“I am really honoured and excited to have the opportunity to work with Scottish Rugby, especially working with the Scotland senior women’s team,” said Cunningham. “I’m really looking forward to working with such talented players and staff, adding to the continued growth and development of women’s rugby in Scotland. “I …
Read More »Mike Grady: Salford RLFC appoint ex-women’s boss as men’s first team head coach
Salford RLFC have appointed Mike Grady as their head coach shortly before the start of the 2026 Championship season. Grady previously worked for the club as head coach of their women’s team in 2023 and has also held roles at Widnes Vikings and Rochdale Hornets. He arrives just 11 days …
Read More »Are in-form Wrexham really dreaming of a fourth promotion?
Wrexham are a point off the Championship play-off spots, raising the prospect of another promotion – this time to the Premier League. BBC News
Read More »Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores’s journey to court
Dramatic images show Venezuela’s seized president Nicolás Maduro being transferred from an armoured vehicle to a helicopter in New York. A handcuffed Maduro can be seen with his wife, Cilia Flores, as they are escorted by officers. The pair are charged with various drugs and weapons offences and are expected …
Read More »Stock crash driver admits causing death of Freddie Coleman
Lewis Adamsat Chelmsford Crown Court Coleman family Freddie Coleman’s parents said he was a “kind, happy, funny boy” A man has admitted crashing his car into a schoolboy and killing him while he waited at a bus stop. Freddie Coleman, 15, died and a second child suffered life-changing injuries in …
Read More »Newcastle Red Bulls: Exeter forward Rusi Tuima to join next season
Newcastle Red Bulls have signed Exeter Chiefs forward Rusi Tuima on a two-year contract to join them ahead of next season. Tuima has scored 20 tries in 74 games for Exeter after coming through the Chiefs’ academy, making his debut in 2019 and he has featured in seven Prem matches …
Read More »Morning pitch inspection for Livingston v St Mirren
Tuesday’s Scottish Premiership game between Livingston and St Mirren is subject to a 10:30 GMT pitch inspection following freezing weather in West Lothian. Bottom of the table Livingston have lost four in a row and have gone 18 games without a win in the league. However, they are unbeaten in …
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