-
‘Fortnite on steroids’: the virtual gaming worlds transformed to train British soldiers
A UK company called Skyral, part of a consortium that recently won a £2bn Ministry of Defence contract, has developed advanced virtual training environments designed to help British soldiers rehearse complex military decisions. Unlike traditional combat simulators or shooter-style games, the technology aims to model the layered, second-order consequences of military actions, such as how…
-
Restore is a busted flush. But here is how the Right CAN unite to win: NADINE DORRIES
Daily Mail columnist Nadine Dorries argues that the parties of the British Right – the Conservatives, Reform and Restore – remain dangerously divided while Labour benefits from Andy Burnham courting the Liberal Democrats and Greens into a united Left. She dismisses a public offer of unity from Restore founder Rupert Lowe to co-operate with Reform…
-
Britain’s richest WhatsApp group: How some of the UK’s biggest National Lottery winners have a community sharing holiday snaps and discussing how to spend their money
A National Lottery adviser has revealed that some of the UK’s biggest jackpot winners maintain a private WhatsApp group where they swap holiday photographs and discuss how to spend their fortunes, including charitable projects. Andy Carter, known as the lottery’s “fixer” and who has guided more than 2,500 winners over 20 years, said the community…
-
The death of the 99 Flake? How a family-of-four is now shelling out up to £6.50 each for rip-off cones across Britain
Ice cream vendors across Britain have been raising prices during this year’s run of heatwaves, with some now charging up to £7 for a classic 99 cone, prompting accusations of “extortionate” pricing from customers. Industry figures point to rising cream costs as the driver behind the increases, but the timing has fuelled frustration given that…
-
“Could We Get a Quick Photo Together, in Case I Never See You Again?”: Why Tony Iommi’s Bassist Thought Her First Session Would Be Her Last
Tony Iommi, the 78-year-old Black Sabbath guitarist, is releasing his new solo album, From the Dark, on 23 October, marking a return to the studio following the death of his friend and bandmate Ozzy Osbourne. Bassist Becky Baldwin, who played on the record, has revealed how anxious she felt going into her very first session…
-
’Sexually motivated’ Greek NHS doctor who smirked as he showed junior colleague explicit video on his phone is suspended for ‘abusing his senior position’
A Greek NHS doctor has been suspended for six months after showing a junior female colleague explicit content on his phone at a nurses’ station, in an incident deemed “sexually motivated” and an abuse of his senior position. The case highlights concerns about professional misconduct and the vulnerability of junior staff to inappropriate behaviour from…
-
Tierney shows value as Celtic title defence begins
Kieran Tierney was instrumental as Celtic began their Scottish Premiership title defence with a narrow win over Dundee, setting up Benjamin Nygren’s winning goal with a pinpoint cross. The left-back’s contribution has continued a strong run of form since Martin O’Neill’s return as manager in January, though his impact has gone somewhat under the radar…
-
MLS investigates reports of antisemitic chants toward New England’s Dor Turgeman in Montreal
The New England Revolution have condemned “antisemitic” and “discriminatory” chants directed at their Israeli striker Dor Turgeman by CF Montréal supporters during Saturday’s MLS match in Quebec. Major League Soccer confirmed on Monday that it is investigating reports of discriminatory language aimed at a Revolution player, while both clubs said they were cooperating with the…
-
Moment ‘Afghan small-boat migrant drags suitcase with British woman’s body inside down Athens street’
A video reportedly shows a man, identified as an Afghan migrant who arrived in Greece via small boat, dragging a suitcase containing the body of a British woman through a street in Athens. The footage has drawn attention because of the shocking nature of the discovery and the questions it raises about how the woman…