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Artists famed for royal portraits celebrate four British high street owners
- Four independent business owners have been portrayed by artists known for royal portraits.
- The free Local Royalty exhibition is at London’s Saatchi Gallery.
- Each owner will receive their portrait and a charity donation.
Four independent shop owners, a pub landlord, a fish and chip shop owner, a Glasgow café proprietor and a convenience store owner, have been painted by artists known for royal portraits. The free Saatchi Gallery exhibition, commissioned by Coca-Cola and called Local Royalty, celebrates the people who help…
Thousands attend Flemington’s Derby Day as Melbourne Carnival opens
- Derby Day drew thousands to Flemington in black and white.
- Waller and McDonald won the Derby and Empire Rose Stakes.
- The Next Episode won the Coolmore Stud Stakes by a narrow margin.
Thousands of racegoers in mostly black and white attended Derby Day at Flemington Racecourse, opening Melbourne’s Spring Racing Carnival with racing and social events. The card featured three Group 1 races, with trainer Chris Waller and jockey James McDonald winning two, while The Next Episode took the third.…
Nvidia’s Mellanox deal helps it become a major networking supplier
- Nvidia’s networking revenue topped $17.5 billion in Q2.
- Its Mellanox acquisition helped unite GPUs and network equipment.
- Recursion used the integrated system for large-scale biological data.
Nvidia has grown from a graphics and AI hardware leader into a major networking supplier, with quarterly networking revenue exceeding Cisco’s total revenue. The shift reflects a strategy begun in 2019, when Nvidia bought Mellanox for $6.9 billion to combine computing and networking for large AI clusters. Mellanox…
Overusing AI may hinder learning, curiosity and independent thought
- AI convenience may come at a cost to independent thinking.
- Overtrust can make people less likely to question errors.
- Dober recommends making space for boredom and effort.
The article argues that growing reliance on AI and other convenient digital tools may weaken people’s capacity for independent thought and learning. Psychologist Carly Dober says that avoiding mental effort can reduce curiosity and problem-solving, while technology’s ease and appeal make it tempting to outsource everyday tasks. The…
Nintendo’s Biggest Game of the Year Isn’t What You Think It Is
- Tomodachi Life ranked third among 2026 new releases in six Western markets.
- Nintendo reported 8 million copies sold by the end of June.
- Its popularity shows that major gaming hits can be unexpected.
Newzoo data suggests Tomodachi Life is one of 2026’s biggest game releases by revenue across six major Western markets, despite being a life simulation game for the original Switch. Its success helps explain why Nintendo UK’s new seasonal advert features the game prominently, and shows how hits can…
The Best Sci-Fi Series of the 2020s Officially Returns Next Year
- Paradise season three is due in 2027.
- Production on the final season has finished.
- Sterling K. Brown leads Dan Fogelman’s Hulu sci-fi series.
Production on Paradise’s third and final season has wrapped, and creator Dan Fogelman says it will air in 2027. The Hulu sci-fi series follows Secret Service agent Xavier Collins as he investigates the President’s death and discovers an underground bunker, with the final season set to bring its…
The 1993 Depeche Mode song Bono believes speaks to anyone who’s been through dark times
- Bono included “Walking in My Shoes” in his life-changing songs list.
- The 1993 Depeche Mode track ranked 44th.
- He praised its themes of healing and empathy.
In 2020, Bono marked his 60th birthday by naming 60 songs he felt had saved his life, including Depeche Mode’s 1993 song “Walking in My Shoes”. He said its portrayal of difficult personal experiences and need for healing could resonate with anyone who has faced dark times. The…
The rapid conception behind one of Robert Plant’s favourite Led Zeppelin songs
- Robert Plant praised “In the Light” as a favourite Led Zeppelin song.
- John Paul Jones’s synthesiser line formed its starting point.
- Jimmy Page called it an attempt to follow “Stairway to Heaven”.
Robert Plant singled out Led Zeppelin’s “In the Light” as one of his favourite songs with the band, praising how clearly its structure came together. Its relatively simple origins show how the group could turn a small idea into an ambitious track, and Jimmy Page described it as…
Economists question whether growth can improve living standards in the UK
- Williams and Johal question whether growth should remain the UK’s main economic goal.
- They say decades of policy shifts have not raised growth per person.
- The discussion explores life after growth and related economic research.
The video features economists Karel Williams and Sukhdev Johal arguing that UK politicians’ pursuit of economic growth per person is misguided. They say decades of policy changes have failed to deliver that growth, and that further growth would not necessarily improve people’s lives. The discussion considers what life…
CBS’s Legendary 156-Episode Sci-Fi Anthology Series is Officially Free to Watch on Streaming
- *The Twilight Zone* is free to stream with adverts on three services.
- The original series ran for 156 episodes across five seasons.
- Its themes and storytelling influenced many later films and TV shows.
The original *The Twilight Zone* is available to stream free with adverts on Pluto TV, Fandango and The Roku Channel. The article presents the series as a landmark of science fiction and horror whose influence reaches far beyond its own era. Created by Rod Serling, the CBS anthology…
▶Claude Code backdoor may threaten 5,000; Arsenal face Anfield test
A malicious Claude Code extension may have exposed thousands of devices. Arsenal seek a first Premier League win at Anfield in 13 matches, while the bulletin also examines Marc Guéhi’s principles and weekend TV picks.
Social meet-ups group lets women try new activities
- Sheffield club helps women meet through shared activities.
- More than 100 women have joined its monthly diving sessions.
- Members say group support makes new experiences less daunting.
Soul & Social Club in Sheffield brings women together to try activities and meet new people, aiming to reduce loneliness and isolation. Its monthly diving sessions offer a welcoming, coached setting for beginners and experienced participants, helping members tackle the nerves of trying something unfamiliar. At a recent…
Folklore and police investigation collide in audacious Yaga horror series
- A missing-person case hints at cult activity and Baba Yaga.
- Hudson Williams plays both Henry Park and his roommate Logan.
- The series mixes folk horror, sexual debauchery and social satire.
Detective Charlie Rapp arrives in the fishing town of Whittock to investigate the disappearance of Henry Park, a wealthy family’s son. The mystery uncovers possible cult activity and hints at Baba Yaga, the supernatural figure from Slavic folklore, while the series uses the case to explore women’s anger…
Avanti West Coast paid out £20m in ‘delay repay’ passenger refunds this summer
- Avanti paid more than £20m in summer delay compensation.
- Its bill is expected to exceed £70m this financial year.
- Rail passengers filed 9.1 million claims in 2026.
Avanti West Coast paid more than £20m in passenger compensation over three summer months, reflecting widespread disruption on Britain’s main intercity rail network. Its rising payouts matter because the operator’s compensation bill is expected to exceed £70m this financial year, while passenger claims are increasing across the railway.…
Rewilding project aims to restore peatland
- 435 hectares of damaged peatland are being restored.
- The £520,000 project should help slow water runoff.
- Rewetted ground is expected to support plants and wildlife.
Cumbria Wildlife Trust has begun restoring 435 hectares of damaged peatland at Skiddaw Forest in the Lake District. The work aims to improve a major carbon store and help slow water flowing off the fells, which could reduce flood risk for downstream communities while supporting wildlife. The scheme…
Who am I? Plus today’s other quizzes
- Guess a footballer using as few clues as possible.
- Three more daily quiz challenges are available.
- Other quizzes cover clubs and Lionesses caps.
BBC Sport has published a footballer guessing quiz alongside three other daily quizzes. Players try to identify the footballer with as few attempts as possible, using a new clue revealed after each wrong guess; solving it with fewer clues earns more points. The other challenges include getting five…
Japan’s New 2027 Anime Award Should Put Creators in the Spotlight, Industry Leaders Say at Tokyo Market
- Japan plans a new anime award for 2027.
- Industry leaders want creators and production teams recognised.
- Training and financial support could accompany the award.
Industry leaders at Tokyo’s TIFFCOM said a planned Japanese anime award should bring creators into public view and help audiences understand the people and processes behind anime. The proposal could also give Japanese and wider Asian animation a stronger voice in global recognition, while supporting the industry beyond…
AC Milan v Inter and the tale of an iconic image
- A single photograph became a symbol of the Milan derby.
- The 2005 match was abandoned after objects and flares hit the pitch.
- Milan were awarded the tie while leading 3-0 on aggregate.
Photographer Stefano Rellandini’s image of Inter defender Marco Materazzi resting an elbow on AC Milan’s Rui Costa has become a defining picture of the Milan derby. It was taken during a chaotic 2005 Champions League quarter-final second leg, capturing a brief still moment amid flares and smoke as…
Ozu Shapes Mishima Yukiko’s Tokyo Competition Title ‘Two Cigarettes, Three Nights’
- Mishima’s new film is in competition at Tokyo’s 39th film festival.
- The story centres on a woman and a friend reconnecting after seven years.
- Ozu’s approach to everyday scenes influenced Mishima’s visual style.
Mishima Yukiko’s “Two Cigarettes, Three Nights” is competing at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival, marking a shift towards a more intimate, conversational relationship drama. The film follows a picture book illustrator caught between an unsatisfying live-in boyfriend and a married lover, as a close friend from her…
Shearer discusses scoring record, MOTD & a brush with Cardiff
- Shearer says Haaland could eventually pass his record.
- Shearer scored 260 Premier League goals.
- He reflects on Newcastle, Blackburn and punditry.
Alan Shearer says he expects the Premier League goalscoring record to be broken eventually, with Erling Haaland a possible successor if he stays at Manchester City. Shearer’s 260 goals remain the benchmark, but he says he will enjoy holding the record while it lasts. In an interview marking…