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Everything is better with pickles… except Windows
A Windows PC displaying a Wendy’s advert in Vancouver appeared to suffer a software error involving Microsoft’s Phone Link application, creating an incongruous scene beside promotion for a Dill Pickle Chicken Sandwich. The incident matters chiefly as a light-hearted example of public digital signage relying on general-purpose Windows software, which can expose glitches to customers.…
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Getdown Services broaden their sound on Massive Champion
Getdown Services’ second album, ‘Massive Champion’, is judged a strong, unexpectedly varied follow-up that favours texture and reflection over recreating the Bristol duo’s chaotic live performances. The review says this broadening matters because Ben Sadler and Josh Law show greater ambition while retaining their humour, distortion and unruly energy. Across 13 self-produced tracks, the record…
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Carly Simon – ‘Comes in Waves’ album review: A welcome return for the singer-songwriter
“Even the bees are down on their knees…” The post Carly Simon – ‘Comes in Waves’ album review: A welcome return for the singer-songwriter first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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Championship 2026-27 preview: the contenders, hopefuls and strugglers
The 2026-27 Championship season is expected to feature several well-resourced promotion contenders, particularly the clubs relegated from the Premier League, alongside ambitious sides seeking to build on strong previous campaigns. West Ham, Wolves, Burnley and Southampton are all under scrutiny after contrasting summers, while Middlesbrough, Millwall and Wrexham aim to challenge them. – West Ham…
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Britain’s scorched fields mean a food crisis – and the government is ignoring the one measure that would help | George Monbiot
George Monbiot argues that Britain faces a growing food-security risk after extreme summer heat damaged domestic crops, while weather disruption, war and shipping constraints have weakened international supplies. He says the government is failing to prepare adequately, particularly by refusing to restore strategic food stockpiles that could cushion a temporary shortage or wider system failure.…
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UK economy grew by 0.4% in second quarter as Iran war prompts slowdown
The UK economy expanded by 0.4% between April and June, slowing from 0.6% growth in the previous quarter amid the economic effects of the Iran war. Higher energy prices and weaker consumer confidence were cited as pressures, although the result was stronger than some expectations and suggested continued resilience. Services drove growth, with firms reporting…
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UK GDP rises 0.4% as heatwave and World Cup lift spending
UK GDP grew by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2026, supported by hot weather and World Cup-related spending on hospitality, retail and advertising. Although this was slower than the 0.6% growth recorded in the first quarter, it indicated that the economy remained relatively resilient despite disruption from the Iran war and higher energy costs.…
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Protester steals reporter’s microphone during anti-Pauline Hanson rally – before she chases them down to get it back
A protester at a Melbourne rally against Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party grabbed a live microphone from News24 reporter Georgie Dickerson before she chased them down through the crowd and retrieved it. The incident occurred during nationwide “Say No to Pauline Hanson” demonstrations, highlighting the heated atmosphere at the protests, which also saw a News24…
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UK economic growth slows down as Iran war pushes up energy prices
UK economic growth slowed in the second quarter as disruption from the Iran war and persistently high energy prices began to weigh on the economy. The figures matter because they add pressure on the new chancellor, John Healey, to consider further household support ahead of winter and could complicate the Bank of England’s inflation response.…
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Sailors, shadows and a dog in a dress: heroes of the street – in pictures
The Pure Street Photography Awards 2026 showcase spontaneous and carefully timed images from photographers around the world. The selected work highlights street photography’s ability to find humour, drama and visual illusion in everyday public moments. – The exhibition will show eight winning images and 158 finalists at Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur, India, from 20…