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Ukraine takes out one of Putin’s feared TU-95S nuclear-capable bombers in attack on Russian airbase, Zelensky reveals
Ukraine said it had severely damaged a Russian Tu-95MS strategic bomber in an overnight strike on Engels-2 airbase in the Saratov region. The aircraft is used to launch conventional missile attacks on Ukraine and forms part of Russia’s nuclear-capable bomber force, so the reported hit could further strain Moscow’s ageing long-range aviation fleet. Satellite imagery…
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Bournemouth and Sunderland land Milan in Europa League, Crystal Palace get Lyon
Bournemouth and Sunderland have been drawn against Milan in the Europa League league phase, offering both clubs high-profile fixtures in their first European campaigns for decades. Crystal Palace will face Lyon, giving head coach Pierre Sage a return to the club he previously managed, while Celtic, Brighton and Hearts have also learnt their European opponents.…
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Massive supercell storm hits France, Italy and Switzerland with hail smashing windows and ferocious 90mph winds leaving trail of destruction
A severe supercell storm swept across parts of France, Switzerland and northern Italy, bringing large hail, heavy rain and winds reported at up to 90mph. It damaged vehicles and property, disrupted transport and prompted warnings of further hazardous conditions, following weeks of extreme heat, drought and wildfires across Europe. In France, footage showed strong winds…
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Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut
This Rocket Report round-up covers developments in launch services across Europe, India, Japan and the United States. – The European Space Agency awarded major contracts to launch start-ups: €197.8 million to Germany’s Isar Aerospace, €186.9 million to Rocket Factory Augsburg, and €158.9 million to Spain’s PLD Space, with a MaiaSpace award still being finalised. -…
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Who’s Afraid of Film Festivals? After Politics Rattled Berlin and Shook Up Cannes, Venice Braces for Impact
Political controversy has already disrupted this year’s major European film festivals, with disputes over Israel and Palestine, Russia, right-wing media influence and artificial intelligence prompting withdrawals, petitions and public criticism. Venice is expected to face similar pressure as it presents a deliberately political programme amid ongoing wars and wider concerns about censorship, democracy and shrinking…
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Gangland Action Thriller ‘Nozem’ From Director Scott Vickers to Star Buddy Boerkoel, Daniel Fathers (EXCLUSIVE)
Scott Vickers will direct “Nozem”, an Amsterdam-set gangland action thriller that begins filming in the Dutch capital next week. The film centres on Robbie, who joins the gang responsible for his parents’ murders in pursuit of revenge, but becomes entangled in a dangerous debt and the criminal world he intended to destroy. Writer Buddy Boerkoel…
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‘They are now athletes’ – how do referees get ready for a season?
Professional referees serving the Premier League and Championship are undertaking intensive pre-season preparation to meet the growing physical and tactical demands of modern football. The work matters because every decision is heavily scrutinised, while officials must keep pace with faster matches, changing tactics and the impact of five substitutions. The Professional Referee Group gathers regularly…
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Trump insists Putin WON’T attack a NATO territory and says he’s ‘had good talks with him’
Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin would not attack NATO territory, citing what he described as good talks with the Russian leader. His comments seek to reassure allies amid reports that the CIA had warned Moscow against testing the alliance, while Russia and an unnamed EU official also dismissed an imminent threat. The reports followed CIA…
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CIA chief flew to Moscow ‘to warn Russia they need to cut a deal with Ukraine before things get worse’ amid fears Putin is being misled by advisors
The CIA director, John Ratcliffe, reportedly travelled secretly to Moscow to tell Russia’s security chief that it should seek an agreement with Ukraine before its military and economic position deteriorates further. The reported intervention matters because US intelligence officials believe President Vladimir Putin may not be receiving a full account of the war’s costs and…
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Fontaines D.C. announce 2026 UK and European arena tour
Fontaines D.C. have announced a 21-date UK and European arena tour for autumn 2026 in support of their forthcoming fifth album, ‘Dopamine Chamber’. The tour reflects the Dublin band’s continued expansion into larger venues following festival headline appearances and recently announced intimate US shows. It begins in Lisbon on 21 October and includes dates in…