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Unions accuse Microsoft of having “unlawfully fired people” in unfair labor practice complaints filed over Xbox layoffs

  • CWA unions filed NLRB complaints alleging Microsoft unlawfully laid off 1,600 Xbox workers without required union notice during ongoing collective bargaining
  • Microsoft accused of bad faith bargaining, unilaterally modifying employment contracts, and withholding information from union representatives
  • Microsoft responded citing commitment to effects bargaining and worker support; unions held solidarity rallies at affected studios

The Communications Workers of America (CWA) union and their Canadian offshoot CWA Canada have filed unfair labour practice complaints against Microsoft, accusing the company of having mishandled the recent mass layoffs at Xbox. Read more

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Europe’s chip ambitions won’t break dependence on US cloud and software, says Forrester

  • More European fabs will not end reliance on US technology.
  • China and the US remain far ahead in tech sovereignty.
  • Europe is unlikely to meet its 2030 chip-production target.

Forrester says Europe’s efforts to expand semiconductor manufacturing will not, by themselves, deliver technological sovereignty because the region remains heavily dependent on US cloud services, software and chip design. The finding matters because European governments are investing heavily in domestic fabs and digital autonomy, yet the analyst expects…

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10 Greatest Sci-Fi Epic Movies of the 21st Century

  • Article ranks 10 greatest sci-fi epics of the 21st century
  • Credits advances in visual effects for enabling increasingly ambitious cinematic scope
  • Selected films span spectacle-driven franchises (Avatar) to character-arcs-in-wasteland narratives (Furiosa)

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

  • Police Taser and detain teen hiding large knife in trousers.
  • Knife found concealed despite dramatic police swoop.
  • 17-year-old avoids prison despite the seriousness of the find.

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…

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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…

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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

  • Labour leads polling for Greater Manchester's mayoral race to replace the current mayor
  • The party's polling advantage is described as 'comfortable', positioning them to retain control

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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23 Best Gifts for Cooks (2026): Vitamix, Frying Pans, Air Fryers

  • Wired's 2026 gift guide covers 23 kitchen items for home cooks.
  • Featured picks include a Staub Dutch oven and Panasonic sensor microwave.
  • Guide updated July 2026 with new products and revised prices.

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…

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Panasonic Japanese Microwave Review (2026): True 1-Button Cooking

  • Panasonic's NN-SF57RM microwave uses sensors, not timers, to cook food
  • No turntable needed; one button handles most reheating tasks
  • Reviewer rates it 9/10 but flags uneven edge heating and pointless recipes

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…

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A Not-So-Gay Holiday

  • Turkey and Egypt denied an LGBTQ+ cruise entry.
  • Around 2,000 passengers faced itinerary changes.
  • The incident underscores travel risks for LGBTQ+ visitors.

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…

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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

  • No 10 special-adviser numbers reportedly rose by a quarter.
  • Government-wide adviser staffing reached a record level.
  • The figures have prompted criticism over political appointments.

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…

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