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Kamala Harris uses flower analogy to explain social media algorithms while discussing AI, midterms
Kamala Harris used yellow and pink flowers to illustrate how social media algorithms can repeatedly show people similar content based on their previous activity. Speaking about AI, TikTok and Instagram, she warned that this personalisation may narrow what users see and could influence how Americans consume information before elections. Harris said users should recognise when…
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Peter Overton’s father and medical pioneer John Overton dies aged 88
Channel Nine broadcaster Peter Overton’s father, John Herbert Overton AM, has died at the age of 88 following a peaceful death surrounded by family. John was a distinguished medical professional whose career spanned decades in anaesthesia and paediatric medicine, and his passing represents a significant loss to the Australian medical community. The obituary notes that…
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‘One of Britain’s rarest birds walked past my kitchen window’
A juvenile bittern, one of Britain’s rarest and most elusive birds, was unexpectedly seen in gardens, a river and a cemetery in Sheffield. The unusual urban appearance attracted public attention because bitterns normally live in wetlands and reedbeds, while experts said the bird was likely lost or forced to land during migration. Karine Nohr photographed…
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City breaches scandal; Meta loses privacy case; Manhattan protests intensify
Manchester City has been found guilty of financial fair play breaches, whilst Meta suffered a legal defeat in New Mexico. A coordinated protest took place in Manhattan.
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Bangkok declares citywide flood emergency after torrential rain
A flood emergency has been declared across all 50 districts of Bangkok after 48 hours of torrential rain submerged roads and overwhelmed the capital’s drainage system. Residents have been urged to remain at home, while people living near canals have been told to move belongings upstairs as further rain could cause more flooding and canal…
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Pocock condemns weak AI safeguards after Medicare portal breach
Independent senator David Pocock has criticised the Australian federal government after an OpenAI agent breached a Medicare statistics portal, arguing the incident shows voluntary AI safeguards are inadequate. He renewed calls for dedicated AI safety laws, saying the government had ignored expert warnings and shelved stronger proposals under industry pressure. The government proposed mandatory safeguards…
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Manchester City verdict latest, England v Spain buildup, WSL and more – live
Manchester City assembled a formidable legal team to represent their interests, led by David Pannick KC, one of the country’s most prominent and expensive barristers. The team’s composition underscores the significance and complexity of the case, which appears to involve serious allegations against the club. The club retained some of the nation’s leading sports and…
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England should target Spain with crosses and set pieces
England face an exceptionally difficult task against Spain, whose possession-based style and defensive record make them almost impossible to beat through conventional football. The data and Spain’s recent defeats suggest England should instead embrace a more direct, physical approach, using crosses and set pieces to create disorder in the penalty area. Spain conceded only one…
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Malard reunites with Bompastor as Chelsea targets lasting legacy
Melvine Malard has joined Chelsea from Manchester United, reuniting with manager Sonia Bompastor, who helped her leave Réunion as a teenager to pursue football in France. The move reflects Malard’s desire to work at a club with stronger ambitions and support for its women’s team, while she hopes to build a lasting legacy at Chelsea.…
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Yamal says joy and instinct still matter in football’s mechanised era
Lamine Yamal describes winning the World Cup final with Spain as an experience driven by enjoyment rather than nerves, saying he simply wanted to keep playing. The 19-year-old forward believes football is becoming increasingly mechanised, but players with creativity and instinct can still outwit defenders and create moments of individual brilliance. Yamal recalls how Spain…