Government profiting from rising costs 'not right'
The consumer council says the government is profiting from rising fuel costs via taxation.
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Savannah Guthrie’s Determination Amid Family Tragedy Brings New Morning to NBC’s ‘Today’
The show must go on. Savannah Guthrie on her first day back behind the desk at NBC’s “Today” kept the emotionto a minimum, a signal that NBC News’ nearly 75-year-old morning franchise won’t be derailedby the surreal and tragic abduction of her mother, Nancy, that has occupied
“I have a feeling that everyone likes using AI...
“I have a feeling that everyone likes using AI tools to try doing someone else’s profession . They’re much less keen when someone else uses it for their profession.”
Neanderthals in Central Europe hunted pond turtles—not for food, but likely for their shells
Neanderthals hunted European pond turtles (Emys orbicularis) in Central Europe, though probably not for food. The careful cleaning of carapace elements at Neumark-Nord indicates that shells were reused, perhaps as small containers or scoop-like implements, according to an
Indonesia deports suspected 'mafia boss' Steve Lyons, wanted in Spain on drug charges
Bali police chief Daniel Adityajaya said Lyons was wanted in Spain as the alleged "leader of a large-scale transnational criminal organisation" engaged in drug trafficking and money laundering.
Apple's MacBook Neo is reportedly close to selling out which has got me thinking about why we can't have more simple and affordable gaming PCs like the Steam Deck
An RTX 5090 is nice and all, but...
165,000 digital nomads have left the UK: Which countries are they moving to?
These European nations are seeing increased interest from British digital nomads for their pleasant weather, robust remote working facilities and relatively low cost of living.
Alien: Isolation's sound designer is working on the next Silent Hill game, creating a 'dynamic score system that evolves as you play'
The score will react to your actions and your enemy's.
Will the ceasefire have any impact on UK fuel and food prices?
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage has already been set in motion.
Hair growth products sold on Amazon are recalled over poisoning risk
Two hair growth serum products were recalled last week after their packaging was found to pose a poisoning risk.
UN says its envoy is in Iran to support 'durable' end to conflict
WASHINGTON, April 8 (Reuters) - U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres's personal envoy has arrived in Iran as part of a regional tour aimed at backing "a comprehensive and durable resolution" to the Iran war, the United Nations said on Wednesday. Jean Arnault will hear
Russia denies Ukrainian intelligence assessment that its hackers have teamed up with Iran's for cyberattacks
MOSCOW, April 8 (Reuters) - Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that Ukrainian intelligence assessments that Russian and Iranian hackers have joined forces, reported on Tuesday by Reuters, are false. "Allegations of some kind of joint effort
Ella Langley: Chilling All the Way to the Top of the Charts
The Alabama songwriter is Nashville’s new crossover star, thanks to a massive hit, a desire to take risks, and maybe a little bit of weed
Ten years ago, Karyn Kusama delivered a chillingly prescient cult classic with The Invitation
Moreso than it did in 2016, The Invitation may bring to mind certain social and political movements in 2026.
'Pinprick of light': Artemis crew witnesses meteorite impacts on moon
During their historic lunar flyby, astronauts on NASA's Artemis II mission witnessed meteorites striking the rugged surface of the moon, a sight that has piqued scientists' curiosity.
Radiohead’s ‘Motion Picture House: Kid A mnesia’ to Premiere at Coachella, Then Play in Installations in Four Cities
In an unusually worded announcement, Radiohead “have confirmed the impending existence” of “Motion Picture House featuring Kid A Mnesia” — in other words, announced dates and locations where fans can experience “a large scale audiovisual installation built to house ‘Kid A
Patricia Glaser Knows How to Wield the Power of Law
Early in her career, Patricia Glaser was fortunate to land at a law firm led by attorneys who defined what itmeant to be well-connected, influential and respected in Los Angeles’ legal, social, civic and political circles. She learned well. The lessons Glaser absorbed as a
Kristi Noem’s replacement at Homeland Security faces a rough road ahead
Given the recent disarray within the department, and a shortage of funding, Markwayne Mullin faces numerous challenges that will require decisive and forward-thinking actions, and perhaps even pushback against the demands of an ever-growing chaos coming out of the White House.
American Black Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup Featuring Jamie Foxx, Marsai Martin, Courtney B. Vance, Jesse Williams and Coco Jones (EXCLUSIVE)
The American Black Film Festival has unveiled the competition lineup for its 30th-anniversary edition, including Marsai Martin and Courtney B. Vance’s “The Fridge,” produced by Jamie Foxx; “Montmarte” starring Jesse Williams; and “That’s Her,” featuring Kountry Wayne, Coco
Oil prices plummet amid Trump-Iran ceasefire deal
Oil prices plummeted on Wednesday after President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran. Futures for international benchmark Brent crude were down about 17 percent to about $91 per barrel while U.S. benchmark WTI was down about 18 percent, trading at around $93 per
Wife of soldier detained on military base released from custody
The 22-year-old wife of a U.S. Army staff sergeant who faced deportation after being detained at a Louisiana military base last week has been released from federal custody, according to multiple reports. Annie Ramos was released on Tuesday after spending five days at an
Councils working on policy for heating oil support
A new government fund launched on 1 April will provide financial support for households on heating oil.
BBC Rules Airing BAFTAs’ N-Word Outburst by Tourette’s Activist Was an Editorial Breach
The network’s executive complaints unit now says it was wrong not to have censored the word, which it had two hours to do with the delay in broadcast
SK hynix's latest 321-layer QLC flash memory chips are ready to roll out, with Dell's PCs first in line to host the tiny SSDs
What's good for SK hynix and Dell isn't necessarily good for you. Yet.
Finally, a cosy game that’s not afraid to kick my teeth in
Mythmatch is relaxing by day and a hardcore puzzler at night.
There’s A Newly Discovered Elden Ring Cutscene Players Have Never Seen Before
The cut content was reassembled by a dataminer
The Studio Chief Betting Millions Michael Jackson Can Still Fill Seats
He scored huge with 'The Housemaid' and has the next ‘Hunger Games’ waiting in the wings, but can Lionsgate film chair Adam Fogelson turn the scandal plagued King of Pop into a box office thriller?
Trump threatens tariffs on any country supplying military weapons to Iran
President Trump sent a warning Wednesday that any country that supplies Iran with military weapons will face a 50 percent tariff on goods sold to the United States. “A Country supplying Military Weapons to Iran will be immediately tariffed, on any and all goods sold to the
Ex-Turnstile Guitarist Brady Ebert Says He Struck Brendan Yates’ Dad With His Car In Self-Defense
Former Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert was arrested for attempted murder last week after driving his vehicle into William Yates, father of Turnstile singer Brendan Yates. A new report from the Baltimore Banner today provides further details on the altercation. The post
Dow soars 1,400 points, oil plunges near $90 as Trump announces two-week Iran ceasefire
US stock futures surged Wednesday morning as oil plunged near $90 after a two-week ceasefire with Iran narrowly avoided President Trump’s 8 p.m. ET bombing deadline, and included the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
'Humans can't reliably recall colours': Dialed.gg is a simple colour game that made me realise I don't know what pink looks like
Greens are ok, but pinks? Not so much.
Triple threat emerges as sharks, beach nourishment and murky waters collide
Each winter, thousands of blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus) migrate to the clear, shallow waters off South Florida, where they are easily spotted from the air—a movement that coincides with seasonal beach nourishment projects. In northern Palm Beach County, beach
Split shift: A surprising twist in the biology of aging
A new Yale study of roundworms, a species with the unique ability to regenerate, reveals that disruptions in the body's internal map of cellular organization may play a part in age-related decline.
Rubio says US journalist Shelly Kittleson is free, working on safe departure from Iraq
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said late Tuesday that American journalist Shelly Kittleson was freed after being held hostage by an Iran-backed militia in Iraq for a little over a week. “I am pleased to announce the release of American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was
Wars impose deep and prolonged economic costs on countries, IMF research finds
By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, April 8 (Reuters) - Wars cause large and persistent economic losses in countries where fighting takes place, with output declining by roughly 7% over five years on average, and economic scars lasting for more than a decade, the International
Iran's shattered economy means any success in war may be fleeting
By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall DUBAI, April 8 (Reuters) - Iranian authorities see the truce with the United States and Israel as a strategic victory, but they emerge battered and isolated with an economy in tatters, little prospect of rapid recovery and an impoverished,
Iran to approach peace talks with US with caution, Iranian ambassador to UN says
By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, April 8 (Reuters) - Iran will approach peace talks with the U.S. with greater caution than in the past due to a deep lack of trust, and the war will affect the future legal regime of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s ambassador to the U.N. in Geneva
