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Could private jets predict the end of the world? This site thinks so
The internet is full of curious projects, but Apocalypse Early Warning System might be one of the most curious. It takes a semi tongue-in-cheek approach to alerting us to the end of the world. It tracks private jet activity around the world and uses it as a rough indicator of...

BBC cancels planned Doctor Who Christmas special
The BBC said the decision was made "after careful consideration" and had "not been taken lightly".

The wild hip-hop parties that started Tuchel's journey to England boss
Thomas Tuchel is bidding to become the first foreign manager to win the World Cup. BBC Sport charts the start of his journey to becoming England boss.

Keane and Fernandes clear air after row over 'lie'
Roy Keane clears the air with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes after he misquoted the Portuguese - which led to Fernandes accusing him of lying.

Texas teen sentenced to 35 years for killing fellow student at athletics event
The fatal incident during a high school athletics event in a Dallas suburb drew national attention.

Protests across Scotland follow Belfast knife attack
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at locations across the central belt with their faces covered and many holding Union flags and banners.

Cymru connections: Who can Wales fans back?
It's the return of a conundrum that Welsh football fans had to deal with for 64 years before 2022: Who to support at the World Cup?

The UK could hit 28C this weekend - is another heatwave on the way?
Temperatures are expected to rise by the end of the week where we could see another heatwave developing, Simon King explains

Manhunt under way in South Africa after 12 killed in mass shooting in Johannesburg
Another nine people were injured at an informal settlement in Cleveland late on Tuesday.

Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions
Who will win, who might spring a surprise and how will England and Scotland do? BBC pundits predict what will happen at the 2026 World Cup.

6-7, Bad Bunny, AI: Pope targets the young

Europe Just Got the Power to Ban Entire Countries From Crypto, And Russia Hit Back With Fees on USDT and USDC the Same Day

Ukrainian attacks hit deep into Russia

Amnesty accuses Israel of state-sanctioned West Bank annexation

Israel should have seized Iran's uranium during Operation Roaring Lion, Gallant says

Manhunt under way in South Africa after 12 killed in mass shooting in Johannesburg

Robot vacuums promised hands-free cleaning. The reality is messier
Years ago, I owned a robot vacuum named Gerald. After a catastrophic tumble down the stairs, I retired him early and have stuck with traditional vacuuming ever since. But after spending more time with them lately and chatting with the experts that make them, I realized I’ve been holding onto a...

Pakistan launches deadly air strikes in Afghanistan, reigniting tensions
The fresh strikes come after weeks of relative calm in the restive border region between the two countries.

Former Cameron adviser Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race
If British-born Hilton wins in November, will be the first Republican governor in 15 years.

Hundreds of twitchers flock to see African bird in UK for first time
It is the first time the African bird has been recorded in the UK.

'My son and daughter play for England, I still pinch myself'
Nigel James says "I still pinch myself" that two of his children represent England's football teams.

With no team in World Cup, China fans rally around a red card-happy referee
Ma Ning, known for his stern style, has sparked viral memes and attracted major brand sponsorships.

World Cup referee denied US entry arrives home to hero's welcome in Somalia
Omar Artan vows to officiate at the 2030 World Cup instead after arriving home in Somalia in the wake of being banned from entering the United States.