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The Edge explains U2’s nine-year gap following last studio album in 2017: “We needed a bit of a break”
- The Edge says U2 needed time to pause and reassess.
- Mullen’s recovery from neck surgery contributed to the album gap.
- U2 added four dates to its 2027 European tour.
U2 guitarist The Edge says the band’s long gap between studio albums gave them time to pause and reassess, while drummer Larry Mullen Jr recovered from major surgery. The explanation adds personal and practical context to the nine years since 2017’s *Songs of Experience*. U2 also faced delays…
Healey rallies behind financial services bill despite opposition
- Healey backs changes to financial services rules.
- Ombudsman complaints would be limited to 10 years.
- Consumer groups warn access to redress could narrow.
John Healey has backed a government bill to reshape financial services regulation, saying it would set clear standards for consumers. The legislation is part of the government’s post-Brexit programme to give the UK more control over financial rules and is intended to help the City use that regulatory…
Russia’s Federal Tax Service starts checking Russians’ corporate-card spending
- Russia is checking companies’ corporate-card spending.
- Unsupported expenses may be treated as employee salary.
- Tax bills could include up to 22% income tax and 30% contributions.
Russia’s Federal Tax Service has begun asking companies on the simplified taxation system to provide documents for purchases made with corporate cards. The checks could lead to additional tax bills if expenses cannot be substantiated, as authorities may treat them as employees’ pay. Requests began reaching companies in…
Reform-linked Innovest rejoins race for Poundland ahead of MP grilling
- Innovest has re-entered the race to buy Poundland.
- MPs are questioning Gordon Brothers over the retailer’s future.
- About 12,000 jobs are at stake as a moratorium nears its end.
Irish investment firm Innovest has re-entered the race to buy Poundland after providing proof of funds for an offer to acquire the whole retailer. The renewed bid comes as its owner, Gordon Brothers, faces questions from MPs over its handling of the chain, which is under a deadline…
TV psychic left ‘penniless’ after being handed a £220,000 bill after losing inheritance fight tells the judge he ‘didn’t need a crystal ball’ to know he would lose
- Gary Pammen has lost his appeal over his father’s will.
- His legal costs now exceed £220,000.
- The £451,840 estate went to his sister and niece.
Gary Pammen, a television psychic and poet, has lost a second attempt to overturn his late father’s will, which left the estate to Pammen’s sister and niece. The High Court rejected his appeal, leaving him facing legal costs of more than £220,000; he told the judge he was…
She saw her husband and daughter off to Egypt. An Israeli sniper killed her on the way home
- Noura Sheikh al-Eid was shot dead on her way home in Gaza.
- Her husband and daughter had just left for treatment in Egypt.
- Doctors identified a bullet wound after she was taken to hospital.
Noura Sheikh al-Eid, a 54-year-old Palestinian woman from Gaza, was shot and killed while returning to her displacement tent after seeing her husband and daughter leave for medical treatment in Egypt. Her death matters amid reports of repeated Israeli fire near the “yellow line”, where civilians continue to…
Pete Hegseth survives effort to impeach him | First Thing
- House Republicans blocked the effort to impeach Pete Hegseth.
- Thomas Massie’s resolution centred on US military actions in Iran.
- Hegseth said the cited operations were lawful and authorised.
House Republicans blocked an effort to impeach Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, referring the resolution to the House Judiciary Committee. The measure, introduced by Republican Thomas Massie and backed by top Democrats, cited US military actions in Iran, Yemen and Venezuela, including the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Hegseth called…
Super League approves expansion to 15 teams
- Super League will have 15 clubs in 2027.
- London Broncos could be considered for promotion.
- The RFL board will set the selection process.
Super League’s shareholders have agreed to expand the competition from 14 clubs to 15 for the 2027 season, a first for the top flight. The decision could give London Broncos a route back into Super League after they were left out of the expansion for 2026. The Rugby…
Here’s Replay’s October winners, each receiving a £/$250 Amazon voucher
- Arc Raiders and Control Resonant clips won October’s prizes.
- Each winner receives a £/$250 Amazon voucher.
- November submissions include a Call of Duty themed category.
October’s Replay winners have been announced, with clips from Arc Raiders and Control Resonant taking the two prizes. The monthly feature rewards standout gaming footage and shares selected entries on the site and social channels. The Arc Raiders clip shows a player taking a selfie as a leaper…
How Republican efforts to redraw congressional maps ‘failed epically’
- Republicans appear set to lose all but two of 15 redrawn seats.
- Democrats’ strong midterm results helped overturn Republican gains.
- Experts say gerrymandering still gave Republicans an advantage.
Republicans redrew congressional districts in 15 seats to improve their prospects, but after Democrats’ strong midterm showing they appear set to lose all but two of those seats. The results suggest the strategy backfired politically, with Republican losses in Texas, Florida and North Carolina, where they had hoped…
AI datacentres plan on-site power stations on huge scale despite climate risks, research reveals
- Developers propose 181GW of on-site gas power for AI datacentres.
- Most planned capacity is in the US.
- Researchers warn temporary plants could prolong fossil fuel use.
Research by BloombergNEF finds that planned AI datacentres in the US and Europe could build 181GW of on-site gas-fired power because of delays connecting to national grids. The scale matters for climate targets: if the plans go ahead, the plants could create substantial emissions and make it harder…
How a small, newly socialist US city became the second to cut ties with Israel
- Providence approved the measure with 75% of the vote.
- It makes the city the second in the US to divest from Israel.
- Organisers built support through a large, local canvassing campaign.
Providence voters approved a measure requiring the city to avoid investing in foreign countries that profit from genocide, apartheid, ethnic cleansing or prolonged military occupation. It passed with 75% support, making Providence the second US city to divest from Israel and showing how local ballot campaigns can turn…
Documents Reveal the Postal Service’s Broad Surveillance of Political Activists
- Postal investigators monitored posts about protests in 2020 and 2021.
- The programme used covert accounts and facial recognition software.
- The agency says political bulletins stopped, but monitoring may continue.
Documents obtained through a lawsuit show that the US Postal Inspection Service monitored social media posts about planned protests in 2020 and 2021, across a range of political causes. The disclosures raise questions about how a programme established to tackle illegal activity involving the post expanded into surveillance…
2027 Chevrolet Bolt Review: RIP to the GOAT of low-cost electric motoring
- The 2027 Bolt starts at $28,995, the lowest EV price in the US.
- Its new battery delivers an estimated 262 miles of range.
- Chevrolet plans to end production again within months.
Chevrolet has brought back the Bolt as the cheapest electric car on the US market, with a starting price of $28,995 including destination fees. The review describes it as a practical, no-frills option and a strong value, making its planned end within a few months especially disappointing. The…
Exclusive: Your Smartphone Camera Could Get a Big Upgrade With This Tech
- Metalenz acquired HoloCoder developer PxE.
- The layer could capture up to 2.5 times more light.
- It may combine colour and depth sensing in one layer.
Metalenz has acquired Israeli start-up PxE Holographic Imaging, whose HoloCoder optical layer could help smartphone cameras capture more light and depth information. If the claimed gains translate into products, the technology could improve low-light photos and high-contrast scenes while reducing the need for separate depth-sensing components. Conventional Bayer…
How Arctic Monkeys went from their lowest point to their best-selling album in the space of two years
- *Suck It and See* was followed by *AM* just two years later.
- *AM* reached a wider audience, including in the United States.
- ‘R U Mine?’ helped set the album’s success in motion.
Arctic Monkeys released their lowest-selling album, *Suck It and See*, in 2011, then followed it with their best-selling record, *AM*, in 2013. The article argues that the contrast reflects the band’s willingness to change direction and that *AM*’s broader appeal, especially in the United States, helped expand their…
4 Top 40 Hits From 1965 That Stay on Repeat in My Car
- Four 1965 chart hits still soundtrack the writer’s drives.
- The picks span harmonies, singalongs and sharp lyrics.
- The writer says Dylan’s observations still resonate today.
The writer revisits four 1965 Top 40 hits that remain favourites for car journeys, arguing that their appeal has lasted well beyond their time in the charts. The songs offer different pleasures, from harmonies and singalong moments to lyrics that still feel relevant. The selections are Roger Miller’s…
Best of the Babylon Bee: Heartbroken Eric Swalwell learns Chinese intelligence has been seeing other people
- A weekly collection of Babylon Bee satire
- The headline jokes about Swalwell and Chinese intelligence
- Other items mock political figures and concerns about liberty
The article is a weekly selection of satirical one-liners and stories from The Babylon Bee, presented as a midweek diversion. Its headline jokes that Eric Swalwell is heartbroken to learn Chinese intelligence has been seeing other people, then claims he was spotted in Chinatown seeking another role as…
The Democratic Tsunami Is a “Sea Change” for Reproductive Rights
- Democratic gains open new routes to expand reproductive rights.
- Georgia’s incoming governor has pledged maternal health and abortion policy changes.
- Federal efforts could face vetoes from President Trump.
Democrats’ sweeping election gains have created a major opening for reproductive-rights advocates to pursue policy changes at both state and federal level. In states where abortion access has been sharply restricted, new Democratic leaders could repeal bans, strengthen legal protections and expand healthcare, while a larger congressional presence…
Scotland without captain Weir for World Cup play-off
- Caroline Weir will miss Scotland’s play-off final against Sweden.
- Beth Lumsden and Eilidh Adams have been added to the squad.
- The tie takes place on 1 and 5 December.
Scotland will be without captain Caroline Weir for their Women’s World Cup play-off final against Sweden as she recovers from a muscle injury. Her absence is a setback for Scotland, who need to beat a strong opponent to move closer to qualifying for Brazil 2027. Weir, who has…