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10 Greatest Sci-Fi Epic Movies of the 21st Century
The best sci-fi epic movies of the 21st century include misunderstood efforts like The Fountain and grand, ambitious masterpieces like Dune: Part Two.
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Moment Taser-wielding police swoop on youth who was hiding massive Rambo knife in his trousers – but the 17-year-old is NOT put behind bars
Bodycam-style footage shows armed police using a Taser to detain a 17-year-old boy found carrying a large “Rambo”-style knife concealed in his trousers, in an operation aimed at getting dangerous weapons off the street. Despite the seriousness of the find, the teenager was not sent to prison, prompting scrutiny of how courts and police handle…
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Now BBC cuts spending in Scotland by £15MILLION
The BBC has reportedly reduced its spending in Scotland by £15 million, according to the headline of this report, though the article text provided does not include further detail on the reasons behind the cut or its specific impact. Such reductions typically raise concerns about the broadcaster’s commitment to regional content, jobs and services outside…
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Labour on course to keep control of Greater Manchester with comfortable poll lead over Reform in mayoral election to replace Burnham
Bev Craig has a 14 point lead over Reform’s Sian Astley, 38 per cent to 24 per cent, in the first round of voting on July 30, and would win the second round head-to-head 62-38, according to YouGov.
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Panasonic Japanese Microwave Review (2026): True 1-Button Cooking
Wired’s 2026 review examines Panasonic’s Japanese-made microwave, the NN-SF57RM, praising it as the first model the reviewer trusts enough to leave unattended while cooking. Unlike other “smart” microwaves that rely on Wi-Fi connectivity, this appliance uses a genuinely useful built-in “Genius 2.0” sensor system, measuring food temperature directly rather than requiring users to guess or…
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23 Best Gifts for Cooks (2026): Vitamix, Frying Pans, Air Fryers
Wired has published its 2026 gift guide for keen cooks, spotlighting kitchen equipment that combines classic design with modern technology. The guide, aimed at those buying for someone who loves cooking rather than just eating, spans a range of budgets and includes newly added items alongside updated prices for July 2026. Highlights include the Staub…
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A Not-So-Gay Holiday
Turkey and Egypt refused entry to the Scarlet Lady, a cruise ship chartered for an LGBTQ+ holiday, forcing major last-minute changes to its Mediterranean itinerary. The episode matters because it highlights the practical and political risks faced by LGBTQ+ travellers in destinations where official attitudes towards homosexuality remain restrictive. The Atlantis Events voyage carried roughly…
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At least someone’s been getting jobs under Labour! No10 ‘special adviser’ numbers jumped by a QUARTER in Starmer’s final year – as Government smashed records
The article reports that the number of special advisers working in No 10 increased by around a quarter during Keir Starmer’s final year, while the wider Government employed record numbers of these political appointees. It presents the rise as notable amid criticism of Labour’s employment record and public-sector staffing. Special advisers are temporary, politically appointed…
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Air passenger ‘invokes Sharia law’ to avoid sitting next to a woman – before slapping stewardess who confronted him on flight from Turkey
A passenger on a SunExpress flight from Turkey to Dusseldorf reportedly refused to sit next to a woman, citing Sharia law, before slapping an air stewardess who tried to address the situation. The case has raised questions about passenger conduct and airline crew safety, and is now the subject of a formal police investigation in…
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Pakistan blames UK for Rochdale grooming gang leader’s crimes and say they are refusing to take him back after he was ‘spoiled’ in Britain
Pakistan has reportedly criticised Britain over the case of a former Rochdale grooming gang leader, arguing that his criminality developed after he had been “spoiled” in the UK. The dispute matters because it concerns whether Pakistan will accept his return if Britain seeks to deport him following criminal convictions. The article identifies the man as…