6 Nintendo Switch Special Editions With the Best Designs, Ranked

Even when a person already owns a Switch, some of these are attractive enough to make them want to buy another one.

What we know about the global Microsoft outage

Microsoft has said the outage was not caused by a cyber-security incident, but efforts to fix the issues have so far been largely unsuccessful.

Did China’s ‘beauty stratagem’ find a new victim in Jensen Huang?

Extramarital activities have led to the resignation of one of America’s most influential tech bosses, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The saga has also raised the specter of an age-old spying tactic: the “honey trap.” Huang stepped down following media reports of an extramarital

Six-year-old Gaza burn victim caught in Israeli dispute over aid

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Dawoud Abu Alkas CAIRO/GAZA, Nov 13 (Reuters) - The excruciating burns run around the side of Masa Yassin's tiny face, behind her ear, over her scalp and down her neck. Since her family's tent burst into flames when a nearby cooking gas tank exploded in

IAEA increasingly concerned about Iranian enrichment plant, its report says

VIENNA, Nov 13 (Reuters) - The UN nuclear watchdog is "increasingly concerned" about a uranium-enrichment plant at Isfahan that Iran declared to it last year but has still not let the watchdog inspect, it said in a confidential report on Iran on Friday seen by Reuters. Iran has

China eyes supercomputing capabilities in space

The goal is to enable satellites to process data in orbit in real time.

IRGC says it destroyed US radar in Bahrain after attack on southern Iran

Despite rising military tensions, diplomatic efforts mediated by Qatar and Pakistan are continuing. Tehran has made any resumption of formal negotiations with Washington conditional on its demands being met.

Heat pumps: How much heat does your home really need?

Knowing how much heat your home loses is important before installing a new heating system.

Asia’s way out of the Hormuz deadlock

On November 11, Iran’s chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said the Strait of Hormuz will “never return” to its pre-war status, that Tehran has reached an understanding with Oman on managing it, and that Washington has yet to respond to Iran’s seven conditions. Two days

No need to rush decision on Transport Minister Anthony Loke’s resignation, says Malaysia PM Anwar

He said the matter required careful consideration.

GPs, police and pharmacies among UK services affected by Microsoft outage

Major airports and intelligence services are unaffected while the government is assessing the impact on its services.

José Pinhal's rediscovered songs sell out Porto and Lisbon Coliseums

A tribute band to an artist who was only known in an ultra-restricted circle while alive sent the Coliseu dos Recreios wild at its farewell concert. Understanding the José Pinhal phenomenon means grasping our century's drive to reclaim nuggets from the past.

How the Baltics Are Juggling a Boom in Foreign Productions Like ‘Woman Unknown’ With a Lack of Public Funds

Mid-October, Estonia’s long-awaited next-gen film studio complex Ida Hub, in the country’s eastern region, finally opened for business, and industry guests at Tallinn’s Black Nights Film Festival are invited to tour the facilities Nov. 21-22. As stressed by Edith Sepp, head of

Swedish pop sensation Robyn brands Eurovision ‘embarrassing’

Swedish pop star Robyn, whose hits include 'With Every Heartbeat' and 'Dancing On My Own', shared her verdict on Eurovision during an appearance on Amy Poehler's podcast. She suggested Eurovision's appeal had diminished for her since ABBA’s involvement, and that it was

When Animals Were Put on Trial in Medieval Europe

Most of us twenty-first-century urbanites have a fairly sentimental view of farm animals, precisely because so many generations have gone by since they’ve been part of our daily lives. (In South Korea, where I live, the agricultural past remains just within living memory.

5 Sci-Fi Book Trilogies Where Every Entry Is Perfect

Not all sci-fi trilogies are made equal, as some are impeccable from start to finish.

‘Women and War’ Follows Four Ukrainians’ Journeys Towards Healing From Trauma (Exclusive IDFA Trailer)

"War does not end for these women when the weapons fall silent," highlights director Elwira Niewiera, whose doc about women going through long-term therapy premieres at IDFA in Amsterdam.

Midterms showed US voters want to break up with Israel

On the very morning of the critical US midterm elections, President Donald Trump made what seemed like a shocking announcement: no more aid to Israel. “Bibi Netanyahu and I have made a deal that we give Israel US$4 billion a year, and we made a deal months ago that we’re

Two Iranian men convicted of spying on dissident journalists in the U.K.

British Police said the convictions marked the first time Iranian nationals had been convicted under the law introduced in 2023 to counter threats from foreign states, which the authorities say ⁠have risen sharply

In Taiwan, Jensen Huang’s ‘flawless’ image damaged by affairs

Huang’s once “flawless” image in Taiwan has been shattered by revelations of two extramarital affairs.

Singapore firms cash in on Chinese consumers’ appetite for experiences

From immersive dining to interactive exhibitions, Singapore companies are finding new ways to attract customers in China.

Storm Charles causes floods and flight cancellations across southern Europe

Heavy rain and strong winds have also caused disruption across British Columbia, Canada, over the last week Storm Charles has brought destructive weather to the Iberian peninusla this week, particularly in Portugal and the far south of Spain. Heavy rain and strong

Shygirl, Moby Drop New Songs for ‘Club Kid’ Soundtrack

The EP also features two covers of Arthur Russell's "The Boy With a Smile" by Nirosta Steel and Christine and the Queens

Portugal: Humanoid robots take centre stage at Web Summit 2026

Dancing humanoid robots and robotic dogs stole the show at Web Summit 2026 in Lisbon. The technology conference has generated nearly €2.5 billion for Portugal's economy over the past decade, according to a study.

Outlook outage: how to keep working and which email alternatives you can use

After Microsoft 365 services went down on 12 November, affecting millions of users worldwide, here is how you can keep using Outlook while the issue is fixed.

Flying Blue flies high: These are the best airline rewards programmes in Europe

Air France-KLM's Flying Blue was crowned the best frequent flyer scheme globally thanks to how easy it is to earn and spend miles. The British Airways Club and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club also ranked high.

China’s demographic challenge becoming its biotech advantage

Is biotechnology becoming the next space race? The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) appears to think so. This month, it urged Washington to adopt a comprehensive national biotechnology strategy, warning that China is rapidly gaining ground in an industry now viewed

What is next for Nvidia after CEO Jensen Huang resigns?

The AI chip giant has no leader in waiting, may lose its voice in Washington, and has big bets in Europe that its founder championed in person.

'The market will look for alternatives,' on Huang resignation says Andrea Renda, Digital Economy expert

Nvidia is at the centre of the global artificial intelligence revolution. But the American chip giant is now facing an extraordinary crisis, following the shock resignation of its CEO Jensen Huang amid allegations of an espionage scandal.

'The structure of the European economy needs to change more quickly,' says IMF Europe chief Mateusz Szczurek

Europe's economy is facing a dangerous combination of challenges: sluggish growth, mounting public debt and rising borrowing costs. As sovereign bond yields put pressure on government finances, Europe's ability to invest in its future is increasingly in question.

European Intellectual History Since Nietzsche: A Free Online Course from Yale

Taught by historian Marci Shore, “European Intellectual History Since Nietzsche” surveys the story of modern thought, from the late 18th century to the late 20th. Along the way, the course explores major trends in modern European thought: Marxism-Leninism, psychoanalysis,

ASEAN faces Myanmar dilemma as some members deepen ties ahead of summit

Thailand wants Myanmar’s foreign minister back at the table, putting pressure on ASEAN’s peace plan.

European shares fall as Nvidia CEO’s exit raises doubts over AI boom

Equity markets mostly fell on Friday, following losses on Wall Street as investors weighed what Jensen Huang’s resignation from Nvidia could mean for the AI industry. Oil prices rose after US President Donald Trump said Washington did not need a deal with Iran.

Australian cricket's sandpapergate is back - and it cuts deep in a 'nation of good sports'

Claims the entire Australian team knew of the 2018 sandpaper cheating plot are dividing the cricket world.

Microsoft platforms including Outlook, Teams down as tech giant struggles to fix outage

A disruption of Microsoft services such as Outlook, Teams and Copilot stretched into Asia-Pacific business ‌hours on Friday after affecting thousands of US users, as the tech giant struggled to fix server problems it blamed for the outage.

Hear Ella Langley’s Reflective ‘Hunger Games’ Single ‘Here Then We’re Gone’

The soundtrack to upcoming film The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping is out today

Tim Burton's Forgotten Dark Fantasy Magnum Opus Is Officially Free on Youtube

Corpse Bride and Wildwood make for a perfect stop-motion double feature

Peru: Pope Leo XIV leads youth prayer vigil at Lima's National Stadium

Thousands of young Catholics gathered at Peru's National Stadium in Lima on Thursday 12 November for a prayer vigil led by Pope Leo XIV, transforming the venue into a sea of lights, The stands lit up with thousands of mobile phone lights as the pontiff led an evening of songs,

Japan’s big defense buildup hitting a fiscal and industrial wall

Japan’s ambitious military buildup is colliding with severe fiscal, supply-chain, and industrial headwinds just as regional security threats intensify. Multiple media outlets reported that Japan’s defense expansion under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces major setbacks from

Cause and effect: American rebels through the eyes of Jean-Pierre Laffont

New York in the 1960s, like much of the United States, is unrecognisable from the land many of us know today. French photographer Jean-Pierre Laffont captured all manner of daily life in the city, and beyond, in a stunning new book, "Rebels with a Cause".

Russell Brand Faces Sexual Misconduct Claims From Six More Women After Rape Sentencing

Six more women have accused Russell Brand of sexual misconduct in a new investigation by The Times and The Sunday Times, the newspapers whose earlier reporting on the comedian features in Netflix’s just-unveiled documentary “Russell Brand: Open Secret.” The accounts were

‘Heartland’ Review: Jessica Chastain Rocks a Stetson and a Swagger for a Soapy Nashville Noir

Misty Jones keeps her Grammy in the fridge, alongside a near-empty Tupperware of chicken broth and, well, not a whole lot else: A former country superstar turned burnt-out rural hermit, she more or less lives off what once was, but her memories don’t exactly nourish her.

Netflix's Disappointing New Western Thriller Wastes Its Brilliant Concept

Netflix’s Heartland is a western, a noir, and a musical starring Jessica Chastain. It’s also surprisingly predictable.

Week in wildlife: Scottish beavers, running giraffes and good news for dormice

This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world Continue reading...

Who is Gadi Eisenkot? Netanyahu’s rival, Gaza war commander, son of Morocco

The general who sat in Israel’s war cabinet now wants Netanyahu’s job. Rabat is watching closely, but his record and programme offer little hope of a break for Palestinians.

Indigenous rights in Australia ‘embarrassing’: UN envoy

In some states, over 90% of children detained are Indigenous.

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