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Binance reopens withdrawals as customers pull out $3.6bn after hack
- Binance users withdrew a net $3.6bn after the $6.3bn hack.
- The exchange warned that scammers are targeting customers.
- Bitcoin funds and options markets showed signs of caution.
Binance is facing heavy withdrawals after a record $6.3bn theft on Thursday, which experts say was probably carried out by North Korea. The incident has unsettled crypto markets, while Binance founder Changpeng Zhao warned that scammers are targeting customers trying to withdraw their money. After briefly freezing withdrawals,…
King Charles drenched by downpour at Antigua independence celebrations
- Charles was soaked when rain hit the independence parade.
- Camilla received an umbrella before one reached the King.
- The five-minute shower passed and the ceremony continued.
King Charles was caught in a sudden downpour at Antigua and Barbuda’s 45th independence celebrations after arriving at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium without an umbrella. He gestured for help as Queen Camilla was given shelter, and his soaked appearance briefly interrupted the open-air ceremony. An umbrella arrived…
Manager’s ultimatum preceded engineer’s failure to back up chip design
- A critical chipset backup was never completed.
- The gap surfaced six years later for a satellite chip project.
- The manager later documented backup requests and confirmations.
An engineering manager later realised that a crucial backup of a semiconductor chipset design had never been made. The lapse came to light six years later, when a customer wanted the old design for a radiation-hardened satellite chip, leaving the manager and a colleague to reconstruct files from…
Stevens cannot pinpoint reason for backing Republican Rogers in Senate race
- Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers after losing Michigan’s Democratic primary.
- She could not pinpoint a specific reason for her overnight reversal.
- Cooper challenged her over her earlier criticism of Rogers.
Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, despite having told Democrats hours earlier that she would not support him. The decision, made after she lost the Democratic primary to Abdul El-Sayed, prompted criticism from party figures, resignations among her staff and praise from President Donald…
Best Sprites to use in Fortnite Treasure Hunters
- Treasure Hunters introduces new Sprites to Fortnite.
- Rare options are harder to find.
- Fortune and Cursed variants add extra effects.
Fortnite’s Treasure Hunters mini-season adds several Sprites, and a guide recommends the strongest options for players to use. The choices matter because Sprites have different abilities, though finding particular ones depends on luck. The guide says rare Sprites are harder to find than common ones, while the base…
UK smart lock buyers urged to check door fit and insurance rules
- Check door compatibility and insurance terms before buying.
- Look for recognised security certification.
- Smart locks may need replacing sooner than traditional locks.
Smart locks let people enter their homes using a phone, code, fob or biometric features, and some can be operated remotely. Interest is growing in the UK, but buyers need to check that a lock suits their door and meets their insurer’s requirements, or installation could affect their…
Nine oil majors forecast to earn over $95bn amid Iran war disruption
- Nine major oil firms are on course for more than $95bn in quarterly profits.
- Aramco is forecast to make $30bn; BP reported $8.46bn.
- Campaigners want oil companies to fund the shift to renewables.
Nine of the world’s largest listed oil producers are expected to report more than $95bn in combined profits for the third quarter, as the Iran war disrupted supplies and drove up fossil fuel prices. The figures have renewed calls for oil companies to contribute towards climate damage and…
Rob Delaney and Bel Powley lead podcast drama about addiction
- Rob Delaney and Bel Powley lead a 10-part rehab road-trip drama.
- Sarah Koenig explores the mood of New York.
- Other picks examine teaching, technology and lobotomy history.
A weekly podcast selection highlights a 10-part drama about addiction, starring Rob Delaney and Bel Powley, alongside four series on New York life, teaching, current affairs and the history of lobotomies. The pieces range from light, unpredictable conversations to investigations of difficult subjects. The rehab drama, executive produced…
Tallinn Black Nights Fest Turns 30 With New Artistic Director, a Latin American Streak and a Baltic Boom
- PÖFF marks its 30th edition under artistic director Triin Tramberg.
- The programme includes 230 features and 259 shorts from 87 countries.
- Latin American and Baltic cinema feature prominently.
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) opens its 30th edition under new artistic director Triin Tramberg, who has worked at the festival for 16 years. The anniversary programme highlights films from Latin America and gives Baltic cinema a stronger international platform, reflecting PÖFF’s growing global reach. Running from…
In 2009, Gaspar Noé was casting his most ambitious film yet. He picked someone with no desire to be an actor
- Gaspar Noé cast aspiring music-video director Nathaniel Brown in *Enter the Void*.
- The film often shows its lead from behind.
- Brown left his American Apparel job to film in Japan.
In 2009, Gaspar Noé cast Nathaniel Brown, who had no interest in acting, as the lead in *Enter the Void*. The film follows a drug dealer who is killed by police and then watches events from an out-of-body perspective, with the camera often trailing him from behind; Noé…
Suki Waterhouse, Australian Crawl Join Sydney Opera House’s On The Steps Series
- On The Steps runs for 12 nights at the Sydney Opera House.
- Suki Waterhouse and Australian Crawl join a broad 2026 lineup.
- Merchandise proceeds will support music workers through Support Act.
Live Nation Australia has completed the 2026 On The Steps lineup, a 12-night summer concert series at the Sydney Opera House’s Forecourt running from 28 November to 12 December. The bill spans Australian and international acts, with Suki Waterhouse launching the Australian leg of her Loveland tour and…
Bradley Walsh staged fake gameshow to expose gambling’s grip on players
- *Million Pound Shot* was staged as a warning about gambling.
- Actors portrayed contestants, partners and an audience heckler.
- The programme included a former teacher’s account of gambling addiction.
Channel 4’s promoted gameshow *Million Pound Shot* was revealed to be a staged performance intended to highlight how gambling can manipulate people. Bradley Walsh said he took part because he feels strongly about the UK’s gambling problem, after the apparent contestants’ escalating bets prompted concern from the studio…
NAB worker fears job loss after training overseas replacement for three years
- A NAB worker fears their job may follow three years of training a colleague in India.
- NAB plans to cut up to 2,500 roles while hiring in India and Vietnam.
- Experts warn offshoring could weaken Australian skills and graduate career pathways.
A National Australia Bank worker says they fear losing their job after spending three years training a colleague in India to do their role. The account highlights how offshoring, once associated mainly with factory work, is spreading into professional fields such as finance, technology and cybersecurity, putting supposedly…
Former Myrtle Beach detective loses certification after gun incident with colleague
- Former detective Michael DeBiase pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct.
- He received 90 days’ probation and a $350 fine.
- He must surrender his police certification permanently.
Former Myrtle Beach detective Michael DeBiase has been sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct over an incident in which he pointed a gun at a colleague. The case has ended his police career: he must surrender his certification permanently and cannot seek reinstatement. The 46-year-old…
Sportspeople back Dobbin’s PM plea on ME funding
- More than 350 sportspeople back Beth Dobbin’s call for greater ME research funding.
- ME research received £6.6m in government funding from 2019 to 2024.
- Dobbin says she spends over 22 hours a day in bed.
More than 350 sports figures, including Olympians Dina Asher-Smith and Tom Daley, have urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to meet former sprinter Beth Dobbin and increase funding for ME research. Dobbin, 32, says the illness leaves her in bed for more than 22 hours a day; her campaign…
Who am I? Plus today’s other quizzes
- Guess a footballer using as few clues as possible.
- More daily football quizzes are available.
- Other challenges cover clubs and England caps.
BBC Sport offers several football quizzes, led by a game asking readers to identify a footballer using as few attempts as possible. The page also points to other daily challenges and quiz collections. Wrong guesses reveal extra clues, and players score more points for needing fewer clues. Other…
The Gilded Age returns with glossy escapism and old-money intrigue
- The Gilded Age returns with society manoeuvring and threats to old money.
- The TV guide also features documentaries on displacement, Afghanistan and stroke recovery.
- David Harewood’s duty solicitor returns to work after a hospital stay.
The Gilded Age returns for its third season with the lavish period drama leaning into its appeal as glossy escapism. Its opening episode follows Agnes as she tries to protect her place in society, while the threat posed by newly wealthy monopolists gives the old-money plot a contemporary…
Domestic violence services at risk of closure
- Lotus in Barnsley needs £20,000 to remain open.
- Sheffield’s Vida closed after 30 years amid funding problems.
- Ashiana reports 50 people waiting for support.
Resolute Women’s Centre says its Lotus drop-in service in Barnsley could close later this month unless it raises £20,000, raising concern about the future of local support for domestic abuse victims. The warning follows the closure of Sheffield charity Vida in August, which had operated for 30 years…
Campaign proposed to boost town’s ‘civic pride’
- Councillors propose a week-long celebration of Rotherham.
- Plans include local events and community awards.
- The motion will be discussed at a council meeting.
Liberal Democrat councillors in Rotherham have proposed a week-long campaign to celebrate the borough and strengthen civic pride. They say recognising the work of residents, groups and businesses could help challenge negative perceptions and build a stronger local identity. The proposal, called Let’s Have Pride in Rotherham, includes…
▶Arsenal win at Anfield; Egypt seeks return of ancient remains
Arsenal beat Liverpool for their first league win at Anfield since 2012. Jerry Koosman has died aged 83, while Egyptian authorities seek the return of Nekht’s remains; four dogs died in a Kent vehicle fire.