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Elon Musk leaves White House but says Doge will continue
Musk's exit comes after he criticised the legislative centrepiece of the president's agenda.
Kemi Badenoch's missteps are a 'total disaster' for Conservatives, say insiders
The party is at a 'hugely important crossroads'. But is Badenoch helping or, as some suggest, adding to the challenge - and what does it mean for her future as Tory leader?
Rosenberg: What a new Stalin statue says about Russia's attempt to reshape history
A brand new statue of of the Soviet dictator Josef Stalin has been unveiled at a Metro station in Moscow.
More than £1bn earmarked for battlefield tech
The strategic defence review, announced by the government last July, will be published on Monday.
Gaza warehouse broken into by 'hordes of hungry people', says WFP
Video footage shows crowds breaking into the warehouse and taking bags of flour and cartons of food.
Moment man lights himself on fire in botched arson attack
Newly released CCTV captures a man's failed attempt to set a restaurant alight in Melbourne, Australia last year.
Planning change to make installing heat pump easier for millions
The rule requiring planning permission if a heat pump is within 1m of a neighbours property has been removed.
Reeves outlines plan for £25bn pension 'megafunds'
The government says its overhaul of retirement savings will boost growth and pension pots.
Starmer to liken Farage to Truss in policy attack
The PM's comments suggest the prime minister sees Farage as his principal political adversary.
Tears and heartbreak over tragic story of South African girl sold by her mother
Joshlin Smith's mother, branded the "mastermind" in her child's disappearance, is to be sentenced.
The Papers: '£123m down the drain' and 'Better than a slap'
Thames Water faces a major fine and France's president cosies up with his wife on Thursday's front pages.
Fleeing US deportations, it took this family three tries to enter Canada
Migrant Araceli and her family hoped Canada offered safety from President Trump's immigration crackdown, but claiming asylum proved a challenge.
The terrifying new weapon changing the war in Ukraine
The BBC reports from Donetsk where swarms of fibre optic drones give Russia the edge as Ukraine defends towns behind the front line.
French paedophile surgeon who abused hundreds sentenced to 20 years in jail
Joel Le Scouarnec, who has admitted his guilt, said last week he neither wanted nor expected to be shown leniency.
UK car production falls sharply in April
The number of new vehicles made in the UK was the lowest figure for April - outside the pandemic - since 1952.
Golden eagles soaring south back to English skies
Golden eagles reintroduced to southern Scotland start to spread their wings back into English skies.
Government fast-tracks two new reservoirs to shore up water supply
Changes to planning laws could speed up projects, but experts warn water consumption will also need limiting.
Police 'increasingly concerned' for missing Cole Cooper
Police Scotland say Cole Cooper, 19, was last seen by a witness in Longcroft, Falkirk, on Wednesday 7 May.
Deborra-Lee Furness describes 'betrayal' amid Hugh Jackman divorce
The couple filed for divorce this month after announcing their separation in September 2023.
Debt-hit rustler steals 73 ewes from neighbour
Carmarthenshire farmer Hywel Williams pleads guilty to theft after revealing he faced financial difficulties.
Faisal Islam: Tariff ruling completely changes the global trade war
The court ruling raises the real question about whether the wider so-called reciprocal tariffs due in July will ever come in to effect.
Israel announces major expansion of settlements in occupied West Bank
The biggest such move in years is condemned by the Palestinian presidency as a "dangerous escalation".
England could run out of drinking water in decade without new reservoirs, minister says
Changes to planning laws could speed up projects, but experts warn water consumption will also need limiting.
Constance Marten's partner previously convicted of rape in US, retrial told
Gordon, who is on trial with his partner Constance Marten over the death of their child, was previously jailed in the US.
Turkey to fine airline passengers who stand up before plane stops
Those who unbuckle before the "fasten seatbelt" sign is turned off face a fine, aviation authority says.
Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha brands ITV cuts 'brutal'
The TV panellist says she "could be let go tomorrow" after ITV announced cuts to its daytime schedule.
Mother who sold six-year-old daughter given life term in South Africa
Joshlin Smith is yet to be found more than a year after she went missing from her home.
US trade court blocks Trump's sweeping tariffs. What happens now?
The Trump administration said it would appeal against the ruling shortly after it was announced.
What ruling means for the US-UK deal
The news raises questions, but the impact on UK-US trade could be minimal
After its third failed mission - what next for SpaceX?
Despite this being Starship's greatest progress to date, the spacecraft sprang leaks, spun out of control and broke up in orbit.
The Conservative Party faces problems - is its leader one of them?
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has made missteps that are a ‘total disaster’ for the party, claim insiders
Tears and heartbreak over tragic story of South African girl sold by her mother
Joshlin Smith's mother, branded the "mastermind" in her child's disappearance, is to be sentenced.
Disposable vapes are about to be banned - here's what you need to know
It will be illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes from 1 June 2025.
Hailey Bieber's make-up brand sold to e.l.f.
Buyer e.l.f. Beauty calls it a "beautiful brand that we believe is ready for rocketship growth".
'Simmering anger' over asbestos and mould in social housing, watchdog warns
Fire safety, asbestos and mould are among the issues being raised by tenants, according to a new report.
Chinese paraglider survives accidental 8,000m-high flight
Peng Yujiang was pulled 8,500m above sea level by a rare updraft called a "cloud suck".
Wales could lose £466m in welfare reforms
Almost 190,000 people are likely to be affected by disability welfare reforms, new analysis has found.
Elon Musk leaves White House but says Doge will continue
Musk's exit comes after he criticised the legislative centrepiece of the president's agenda.
Customers furious after Game cancels Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders
Affected customers - who have waited years for the console launch - have reacted with fury.
Formula 1
SPANISH GRAND PRIX – Read the all-new digital race programme here
Check out the digital race programme for this weekend's Formula 1 Aramco Gran Premio de Espana 2025.
FIA Thursday press conference – Spain
The drivers face the press ahead of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix from the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
‘I don’t see any reason why not’ – Russell confident Mercedes can return to top-five fight in Spain after ‘two poor races’
George Russell insists that he doesn’t “see any reason” why Mercedes will not get themselves back into the fight for the top five positions during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend off the back of two slightly more challenging races in Imola and Monaco.
‘It was great to witness’ – Alonso reflects on how Newey’s presence in Monaco impacted ‘level’ of Aston Martin team
Fernando Alonso has opened up on the “fantastic” experience of working with Adrian Newey trackside for the first time during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, with the Spaniard suggesting that the designer’s presence elevated the “level” of the Aston Martin team.
PADDOCK INSIDER: Norris’ Monaco win breathed new life into the title fight – can he back that up in Spain?
Lando Norris breathed new life into the Drivers’ Championship fight with a crushing victory in the Monaco Grand Prix that sees him arrive in Barcelona just three points adrift of McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri. But it’s no wonder he’s not getting carried away after a complicated start to his 2025 campaign.
Limited edition ‘F1’ movie merchandise unveiled ahead of summer premiere
Formula 1 is releasing exclusive merchandise to celebrate the upcoming event film of the year, F1 The Movie, ahead of its summer premiere on 25 June internationally and from 27 June in the United States.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the build-up ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix weekend
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix weekend in Barcelona.
BEYOND THE GRID: Meet Simone Resta, the F1 designer who swapped Ferrari for Mercedes
When he left Ferrari to join Mercedes, Simone Resta took decades of experience with him.
NEED TO KNOW: The most important facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix
Formula 1 heads to Barcelona this weekend for Round 9 on the calendar, the Spanish Grand Prix. Ahead of the race, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and plenty more.
BETTING GUIDE: Who are the favourites as F1 heads to Spain?
A triple header sequence of races reaches its final stop this weekend as Formula 1 moves on to Barcelona for the Spanish Grand Prix. Lando Norris took victory last time out in Monaco, but can McLaren repeat this success or will one of their competitors emerge triumphant this time around? Here are what the odds tell us…
What time is the Formula 1 2025 Spanish Grand Prix and how can I watch it?
Formula 1 heads to Spain for the final part of the European triple header this weekend, with the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya playing host to the ninth race weekend of the season.
Windows Central
The Turtle Beach Atom is perfect for Xbox Cloud Gaming on Android phones, and it's on sale right now
Xbox players that want a better way to enjoy Xbox Cloud Gaming can grab the Turtle Beach Atom on sale right now.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt reaches 60 million copies sold as work continues on The Witcher 4
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has crossed 60 million copies sold, while The Witcher 4 is in full production.
EA has canceled yet another game, shuttered its developer, and started more layoffs
A new report indicates that Electronic Arts (EA) has canceled its Black Panther game and shut down Cliffhanger Games, the team developing it. Additionally, further layoffs are coming at the publisher.
Cyberpunk 2077 sequel enters pre-production as Phantom Liberty crosses 10 million copies sold
Cyberpunk 2077's sequel has entered the pre-production stage of development, while Phantom Liberty has reached over 10 million copies sold.
Does Elden Ring Nightreign have crossplay or cross-platform play?
Elden Ring Nightreign looks to be one of 2025's strongest action RPG experiences for fans of co-op play, but does it support crossplay and cross-platform play? Here's what you need to know.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 does something special that most other games don't and that's why it's so compelling
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a masterpiece with hidden depth and meaning subtly woven throughout its story, combat, and art style.
Discord will pay you to watch ads... in glowing digital orbs!
Discord just announced a new in-app currency called "Orbs." You can exchange Discord Orbs for Nitro credits and cosmetic perks.
Elden Ring Nightreign review and Metacritic score roundup — What do critics think of FromSoftware's new co-op game?
Elden Ring Nightreign reviews are in, so here is what critics are saying about FromSoftware's co-op game.
I love that DOOM: The Dark Ages requires ray tracing, and I hope more games follow
DOOM: The Dark Ages' requirement for ray tracing is a step forward for game design that I love, and I hope more titles follow id Software's example.
Elden Ring Nightreign gets an Evanescence-backed trailer that's basically an official AMV
Elden Ring Nightreign gets an Evanescence-backed, AMV-esque trailer that channels the perfect emo energy.
Atomfall's Wicked Isle DLC is coming sooner than you think and fully embraces folk horror
Atomfall is about to have a second wind with it's first DLC landing June 3, 2025. You'll need to upgrade to the Deluxe version to access it on Xbox.
Windows 11's new update system is a brutal reminder of where the Microsoft Store falls short
Windows Update orchestration platform will deliver a unified experience for app and driver updates.
NVIDIA GeForce NOW launches a native Steam Deck app, unlocking 4K cloud gaming & extended battery life for Valve's handheld
NVIDIA GeForce NOW has officially launched a native cloud gaming app for the Steam Deck. It's a great way to expand your options without upgrading hardware.
One of the best Xbox Cloud Gaming mobile controllers with hall-effect sticks and triggers is on a limited-time sale for less than $80
The GameSir G8 Galileo, a popular mobile gaming controller equipped with Hall Effect sticks and triggers, is having a limited-time 27% discount sale over at Amazon.
One of our favorite wireless PC gaming headsets is on sale with a big discount for a limited time — Here's why we love it
The HyperX Cloud 3 Wireless gaming headset unlocks premium game sound while chatting with friends, and this 21% discount on Amazon makes it an easy pick.
Elon Musk "concerned" by ChatGPT ignoring 7 shutdown commands in a row during this controlled test of OpenAI's o3 AI model
A new report shows OpenAI's latest AI model, o3, blatantly ignoring instructions to turn itself off in a controlled experiment.
Satya Nadella pumps the brakes on the AGI race to deliver "real-world impact" as OpenAI's Sam Altman eyes self-replication
Sam Altman thinks we should shift focus to the first self-replicating AI "spaceship", while Satya Nadella is focused on delivering real impact to society.
Razer's near-perfect cloud gaming controller is on sale for less than $50: "A top-shelf experience for Xbox Cloud gamers"
The Razer Kishi V2, an exceptional Mobile gaming and Xbox Cloud Gaming controller, just received a time-limited 50% price cut thanks to Amazon.
This upcoming Xbox and PC dark fantasy RPG looks a bit too good to be true — Alkahest teases some incredible combat
A gameplay teaser trailer for Alkahest, a new upcoming first-person RPG set in a dark fantasy world, shows off advanced melee combat with alchemy potions.
Laffgaff
What was the first bridge over New York’s East River?
The Brooklyn Bridge.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #25.22: Microsoft's Vim Alternative, Kernel 6.15, UBXI Desktop, End of Ubuntu 20.04 and More
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS support is ending. Plan your upgrade.