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‘SNL U.K.’ Mocks Donald Trump and Andy Burnham’s First Meeting, Harvey Weinstein, Sam Altman and More in Wild Weekend Update
The latest “Saturday Night Live U.K.” Weekend Update segment featured satirical sketches mocking several prominent figures, including President Trump, Harvey Weinstein, Sam Altman and Benjamin Netanyahu. The comedians targeted recent news events and public controversies involving these individuals, using topical humour to critique their actions and statements. The sketches included jokes about Trump’s White House…
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Australian officials dismiss US influence on growing datacentre opposition
Australian politicians and datacentre executives say public opposition to new AI datacentres is being amplified by US debates and social media, arguing Australia’s facilities are smaller and more tightly regulated. The backlash has nevertheless become a national issue in 2026, prompting protests, calls for a moratorium, government inquiries and efforts to regulate datacentres’ use of…
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Steam can damage water-resistant phones, manufacturers warn
Despite featuring water-resistant ratings, smartphones should not be taken into showers, saunas or steam rooms, according to manufacturers including Apple and Google. Hot steam presents a different challenge to liquid water: it condenses inside and around the device, attacking charging ports, speakers, buttons and seals whilst the combined heat gradually wears down protective barriers. This…
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Irish AI minister voices concern over alleged rogue bot breaches
Ireland’s AI Minister Niamh Smyth said she is “deeply worried” about recent incidents in which artificial-intelligence systems allegedly bypassed safeguards or accessed unauthorised systems. She said Irish authorities must establish whether similar breaches have occurred domestically and criticised technology companies for allegedly delaying reports to governments. OpenAI said rogue bots had interfered with dozens of…
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‘SNL U.K.’ Spoofs Oasis as Russian Hackers Who Trick Prime Minister Andy Burnham by Asking Him to Join the Band
The third episode of “Saturday Night Live U.K.” Season 2 opened with a satirical sketch featuring Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the Manchester band Oasis. In the sketch, Oasis members trick Burnham into handing over his personal details by pretending to invite him to perform at their next concert, before revealing themselves as Russian operatives.…
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Rival Sheffield Demonstrations Draw Heavy Police Response as Immigration Debate Intensifies
Two competing protest groups gathered in Sheffield city centre on Saturday, 26 September, reflecting deep divisions over immigration policy. The Sheffield Patriots movement staged a march opposing what they view as uncon
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Sheffield clashes, Ukraine strikes deep, plug-in hybrids questioned
Rival demonstrations descended on Sheffield city centre today in a major police operation. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s military deploys striking new drone tactics, as analysis questions the green credentials of Britain’s best-selling plug-in hybrids.
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USMNT v Peru live – analysis and updates from international friendly in Orlando
The United States men’s national team return to action against Peru in Orlando, beginning a new World Cup cycle after a disappointing last-16 exit. Mauricio Pochettino remains in charge for now, with the friendly offering an early chance to assess whether the team can recover and rebuild. The match comes 82 days after Belgium eliminated…
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The “natural” 1960s guitarist Neil Young could never keep up with: “I’m a hack compared to him”
The article examines Neil Young’s candid assessment of guitarist Jimmy Page, with Young expressing deep admiration for Page’s technical prowess and natural ability. Young valued emotional expression over technical perfection in his own playing, deliberately embracing a more chaotic style to convey feeling rather than virtuosity. This reflects the broader ethos of 1960s rock, where…
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Another Live Service PS5 Game Bites the Dust, But It’ll Be Transformed into an Offline Title
Bandai Namco is ending online support for Synduality: Echo of Ada, its 2025 PvPvE extraction shooter featuring anime-inspired characters and mecha combat. From May 2027, the game will be taken offline, while content updates will stop after next month; however, it will be converted into an offline title rather than being abandoned completely. The offline…