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A US federal judge has temporarily halted an order for former President Donald Trump to turn over financial records to the BBC. The BBC had requested the records as part of a libel lawsuit filed by Trump against the network.…

Britain has approved Paramount's $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, paving the way for a major consolidation in the global media industry. The deal is one of the largest in recent years and is expected to have significant implications for…

The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is set to vote on holding Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. Fauci, the former chief medical advisor to the US president, invoked his fifth amendment rights and refused to answer questions…

Raleigh, the iconic British bicycle brand, is at risk of being discontinued after its owner, Accell Group, initiated insolvency proceedings. Accell Group, a Netherlands-based company, has been seeking a buyer for Raleigh but so far has been unsuccessful. The brand,…

Ukrainian forces have struck two Russian oil refineries, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced. The targeted attacks are part of Ukraine's efforts to counter Russian aggression. Moscow has continued to launch attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing widespread damage and civilian casualties. The…

Canada's ongoing wildfires are more than twice as likely to occur due to human-driven climate change, a new study reveals. Fossil fuel-driven global heating is a significant contributor to the current blazes roaring across the country. Climate change has led…

Meta's smart glasses, which feature a built-in camera, have been banned in several UK restaurants, pubs, and theatres due to concerns over privacy. The glasses, released last year, allow users to capture photos and videos. Meta claims safeguards are in…

Blue Note, the renowned jazz club, is set to open its first UK venue in Covent Garden, London. The club, which has been a staple of the New York City jazz scene since 1981, will bring its unique brand of…

The University of Greater Manchester has terminated the contract of its vice-chancellor, George Holmes. Holmes was suspended in 2025 amid allegations of financial mismanagement and other misconduct. The university's governing body made the decision following an investigation into the allegations.…

Ukraine's search for effective missile defence systems continues, with discussions ongoing about potentially building Patriot missile systems. Reuters reports that talks are underway despite former US President Donald Trump casting doubt on the plan. The Patriot system is a key…

The Florida Python Challenge has concluded with a winner who removed 96 Burmese pythons from the Everglades. Burmese pythons are an invasive species causing significant harm to the ecosystem. The challenge is part of a broader initiative to control the…

News Corp has reported a decline in subscriptions in Australia, with the company's chief executive, Robert Thomson, blaming the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) for devaluing traditional journalism. Thomson criticized "crass kleptomaniac" AI companies, stating they are "in possession of…

News Corp has reported a decline in subscribers in Australia, citing increased competition from online news sources. The company's Australian arm has seen a significant drop in paid subscriptions, prompting a strong response from executives. News Corp's CEO has lashed…