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Once-in-a-decade ‘painted lady summer’ sees huge numbers of migratory butterflies arrive in the UK
A reported “painted lady summer” has brought unusually large numbers of migratory painted lady butterflies to the UK. The influx matters because it is being described as a once-in-a-decade natural event, offering a noticeable wildlife spectacle across the country. Painted ladies migrate long distances and can reach Britain in substantial waves when conditions are favourable.…
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Daijo taps heritage and hypnosis on ‘Sacred Dance’
Canadian melodic techno producer Daijo has released “Sacred Dance”, a new single combining driving club energy with a more reflective, headphone-friendly sound. The release further develops the Vancouver-based artist’s musical direction, blending melodic techno with the warmth and rhythm of house music. The track begins with a hypnotic bass-led groove before expanding into layered synths…
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US imposes tariffs on dozens of trade partners over ‘forced labour’ imports
The US will impose new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on about 60 trading partners, alleging they have not adequately blocked imports made with forced labour. The measures affect major economies including the UK, China, the EU, Canada, Japan and India, and mark a further escalation in the trade conflict revived by President Donald Trump.…
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Failed asylum seeker who raped a 14-year-old schoolgirl he met online says he shouldn’t be deported back to Egypt ‘because he’s bisexual’
A failed asylum seeker who was convicted of raping a 14-year-old girl he met online is reportedly resisting deportation to Egypt, arguing that returning him there would be unsafe because he is bisexual. The case highlights ongoing controversy over the use of asylum and human rights claims by foreign nationals convicted of serious crimes to…
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Clarifications and Corrections
The Daily Mail has issued a clarification about a June 2026 article concerning Kate Ferdinand. It said the earlier piece may have wrongly implied that she had been unkind to Rio Ferdinand’s children when she became their stepmother, or that she had presented a false image of her family; the publisher apologised for any upset…
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PRS For Music Names Ben McOwen Wilson as Incoming CEO
PRS for Music has appointed Ben McOwen Wilson as its incoming chief executive, succeeding Andrea Czapary Martin after her seven-year tenure. He will take up the post on 12 October, bringing experience from Google, YouTube and UK creative-industry bodies as the collection society navigates AI, gaming and changing digital music consumption. McOwen Wilson was selected…
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Bernie Taupin Wrote This Iconic 1971 Elton John Song About Multiple Women
Bernie Taupin has said Elton John’s 1971 classic “Tiny Dancer” was not written about one specific woman, despite his former wife Maxine Feibelmann believing she was its subject. The song instead drew on Taupin’s impressions of several women he met after arriving in California, adding context to one of Elton John’s most recognisable and frequently…
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Charli xcx embraces distorted guitars on post-Brat album
Charli xcx’s new album, ‘Music, Fashion, Film’, marks a sharp stylistic move away from the pop and club-oriented sound of her ‘Brat’ era. Variety’s review portrays it as a concise, guitar-led post-‘Brat’ statement, reflecting the artist’s willingness to shift direction rapidly despite an already crowded run of projects in 2026. The 11-track album lasts just…
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Littler cruises into Matchplay semis with win over Rock
Luke Littler continued his World Matchplay title defence by beating Josh Rock 16-7 in the quarter-finals in Blackpool, reaching the semi-finals with another dominant performance. The win underlined the world number one’s strong form and set up a Saturday meeting with unseeded Dutch player Dirk van Duijvenbode. Rock matched Littler at 5-5 before the 19-year-old…
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Michelin-starred chef facing jail after allegedly serving nearly 50,000 ants to diners
The owner of a Michelin-starred restaurant in Seoul is facing criminal charges after allegedly serving ants on sorbets, despite the insects not being approved for human consumption in South Korea. The case highlights the legal and food-safety limits on using unconventional ingredients in high-end dining. Court documents reportedly state that the proprietor admitted serving the…