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National Geographic Announces Production Of James Marsh Documentary On Aron Ralston, ‘127 Hours’ Climber Who Severed Arm In Utah Ordeal
National Geographic has greenlit an untitled documentary from Oscar-winning director James Marsh about mountaineer Aron Ralston, whose 2003 ordeal in a Utah canyon inspired the fictionalised 2010 film 127 Hours. The project matters because it will draw on never-before-seen footage Ralston himself recorded during the incident, offering a first-hand account rather than a dramatised retelling,…
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Man admits taking ambulance from outside hospital with sick patient still inside
A man has admitted stealing an ambulance from outside a hospital in Stoke-on-Trent while a paramedic was treating a patient inside the vehicle. Marshall Leese, 32, pleaded guilty to false imprisonment and aggravated vehicle taking after driving off from the Royal Stoke University Hospital, an incident that put both the patient and treating paramedic at…
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Raging French wildfire closes in on missile and rocket factories as 4,000 are evacuated from beach resort
A wildfire in southern France has spread towards facilities used for producing missiles and rockets, prompting the evacuation of around 4,000 people from a nearby beach resort. The fire is part of a broader wave of wildfires affecting holiday hotspots across Europe this summer, raising concerns for both public safety and industrial infrastructure as authorities…
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Golden Dome could leave US vulnerable to drone attacks without Israeli systems
A new report from the Jewish Institute for National Security of America warns that the US Golden Dome missile defence programme, which focuses heavily on space-based interception, could leave America vulnerable to lower-altitude threats such as drones and cruise missiles. The report urges Washington to integrate cheaper, combat-proven Israeli air-defence systems into the planned shield…
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Final Fantasy 14 On Switch 2 Is A Sobering Reminder That Storage Isn’t Cheap
The article’s full text was unavailable because the webpage required JavaScript and cookies, so its specific claims cannot be verified. Based on the headline alone, it appears to discuss Final Fantasy 14’s arrival on Switch 2 as an example of the high cost or limited capacity of console storage. The title suggests the piece focuses…
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Deep space dishes dodge devastation from Spanish wildfires
Wildfires in Spain have swept through the area around Madrid, threatening key deep-space communication facilities, but both NASA’s and the European Space Agency’s antennas have emerged largely unscathed. NASA confirmed no significant structural damage to antennas or buildings at its Madrid Deep Space Communications Complex, though a source told The Register that cables at the…
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Twelve South’s stylish charging tray now delivers more wireless power with a smaller footprint
Twelve South has launched a smaller version of its leather-wrapped Valet wireless charging tray, aimed at tighter spaces such as a nightstand, while also increasing its charging power. The move follows the original Valet’s debut at CES earlier in 2026 and reflects broader demand for compact, higher-power Qi2 accessories that still offer a premium look,…
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Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan ‘have target on their backs’ in US jail after being accused of child sex offences, lawyer claims as they fight extradition to UK
Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, who face allegations of child sex offences in the UK, are said to be at heightened risk while held in a US jail as they contest extradition. Their lawyer claims the pair “have a target on their backs” behind bars, raising concerns about their safety during the legal proceedings.…
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8485’s New Cut ‘Buzzbands’ Is a Glimpse Of Self-Aware Hype
Artist 8485 has released a new single called ‘Buzzbands’, described as a self-aware exploration of hype and cultural relevance. The track blends 2000s-influenced production, drawing comparisons to early DFA and Justice, with a contemporary sensibility, positioning 8485 as a meta-commentary act whose songs work as raw but effective pop despite their conceptual framing. The song…