12 May 2026, 5:48 am
Rugby World Cup star handed 11 year ban from the sport
World Rugby has announced the sanctions imposed on the Georgian players involved in the doping case that first came to light two months ago, with punishments ranging from nine months to 11 years. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. The sport’s governing body released the names of the Georgian players who tested positive for doping, along with the sanctions they received. The most severe punis…
12 May 2026, 5:48 am
Keir Starmer tells cabinet he is not resigning amid growing pressure to stand down – UK politics live
PM tells crunch cabinet meeting a leadership challenge has not been triggered and he wants to ‘get on with governing’Minister resigns from Starmer government with call for PM to quitLabour MP in seat eyed by Burnham allies says she will not stand asideHere are some pictures from No 10 this morning.Darren Jones, the chief secretary to the PM, is now being interviewed on the Today programme. Nick Robinson, the presenter, is asking him if he knows whether Keir Star…
12 May 2026, 5:47 am
Middle East crisis live: Iran could enrich uranium to weapons grade if attacked, senior lawmaker warns
Ebrahim Rezaei says in social media post that the country could enrich its stocks of uranium to 90% and will review such a move in parliamentThe Iranian government has said that internet access will return to normal in Tehran after the war concludes. Fatemeh Mohajerani, the government spokesperson, was quoted by Al Jazeera as having said:The government’s approach is equitable access to all infrastructure, including the internet. We recognise internet access as a c…
12 May 2026, 5:45 am
Southampton launch internal review into Middlesbrough spying allegations
Saints ‘request time to complete process thoroughly’Playoff semi-final second leg at St Mary’s on TuesdaySouthampton have confirmed they have launched an internal review into allegations that one of their analysts spied on a Middlesbrough training session. Southampton, who host Boro in their playoff semi-final second leg on Tuesday, have asked for “the full context to be established before conclusions are drawn” after the English Football League charged th…
12 May 2026, 5:40 am
UK long-term borrowing costs hit highest since 1998 as Starmer faces pressure to stand down – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsPolitics Live: Minister says Starmer is ‘listening’ but refuses to say if PM will stay on ahead of critical cabinet meetingStarmer on the brink as cabinet ministers urge him to quitChris Beauchamp, chief market analyst at investing and trading platform IG, says:There is no clear plan for what comes next, but markets are already pricing in a new PM who will open the floodgates on spending despite the UK’…
12 May 2026, 5:38 am
World Cup 2026: is it possible to walk to MetLife Stadium from New York City? – video
Now that the usually $13 train ticket has been hiked up to $105 for the World Cup, a lot of fans have been wondering whether it's possible to walk to MetLife Stadium from New York City. To find out, we sent the intrepid Mark McPartland on a scenic hike to New Jersey to see if America’s pedestrian infrastructure is up to the task. What he found was a challenging but occasionally scenic 4.5 hour walk that ended with blocked off pedestrian routes that would stop ev…
12 May 2026, 5:38 am
At a glance: Starmer grapples with leadership crisis
The prime minister is fighting to stay on in No 10 as heavy election losses trigger a Labour revolt.
12 May 2026, 5:36 am
‘I shared a single bed with my mother for three years’: Sung Tieu on her monument to immigrant workers in Venice
At the German pavilion, the artist has re-created the housing estate where she grew up to tell the forgotten history of migrants, including her parents, hired under a socialist agreement between East Germany and Vietnam – then abandonedAn air of civilisational wipeout hangs over the Gehrenseestrasse complex, an abandoned housing estate on the north-eastern outskirts of Berlin, where the city still looks shabby without the chic. The insides of the nine prefabricate…
12 May 2026, 5:35 am
No sign of larger hantavirus outbreak, says UN health agency
The situation could still change and there might be more confirmed cases, warns the head of the World Health Organization.
12 May 2026, 5:31 am
England legend tells Steve Borthwick to replace Maro Itoje as captain
England head into a defining tour with no margin for error. Tests against South Africa, Fiji and Argentina will demand leadership from the opening whistle — not a captain who grows into the role over 80 minutes. Save us to your Google Favourites for nonstop RUCK content! Former England fly-half and Times columnist Stuart Barnes has even suggested time could be running out for Maro Itoje as skipper, arguing the lock still hasn’t fully mastered the art of m…
12 May 2026, 5:30 am
‘Preposterous’: Delaware federal judge castigates state’s latest bid to withhold employee records in ICE probe
Delaware’s chief federal judge has again ordered the state to turn over records of 15 businesses suspected of illegally employing undocumented immigrants, calling arguments “baseless,” “frivolous” and “preposterous.” Chief U.S. District Court Judge Colm F. Connolly issued his blistering opinion Friday, and the state immediately filed an emergency petition with the federal appeals court in Philadelphia to pause and ultimately overturn his order to produ…
12 May 2026, 5:30 am
Super Rugby milestone man credits Champ Rugby for career breakthrough
Western Force star and Wallabies flanker Carlo Tizzano says his stint in Champ Rugby helped shape the mindset that has driven his success, as he prepares to play his 50th game for his hometown club. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. After already reaching 50 Super Rugby appearances earlier this year, the West Australian will bring up his half-century for the Force when the side hosts the Queensland…
12 May 2026, 5:29 am
'Farage surge makes Starmer's EU push more important than ever,' UK minister tells Euronews
Crushing local election loss is piling pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as rising support for the anti-immigration Reform UK exposes growing public frustration over migration and the economy.
12 May 2026, 5:26 am
Trump's New 'Drooping Face' Oval Office Video Triggers Claims President Is 'Rapidly Declining' Behind Closed Doors
A short Oval Office video showing Donald Trump with his face appearing to droop as he sits at his desk has set social media ablaze, reigniting long-running debates about his health and stamina. Related Articles RFK Jr Complains Young People Lack Sperm: Health Secretary's Statement Fuelled a Strange New Public Health Controversy OnlineWho Was Erfan Shakourzadeh? The Elite Engineer Iran Executed After He Refused to Leave His CountryWho is the Deadly Hantavirus 'Patien…
12 May 2026, 5:26 am
Three-day ceasefire ends with fresh wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine – Europe live
At least one person killed as Moscow launches drone strikes on energy facilities and apartments Over in Hungary, we are expecting the Magyar government to be fully confirmed in place later today (for now, it’s just the prime minister).But we are already getting first signals as to how the new administration will be different from the one led by Viktor Orbán over the last 16 years. Continue reading...
12 May 2026, 5:25 am
Northampton Saints sign Italian winger Faissal
Northampton Saints sign Italian U20 winger Malik Faissal from URC side Zebre to bolster their squad for next season.
12 May 2026, 5:22 am
Residents protest outside data center hearing in Limerick Township
Limerick data center proposed near Philadelphia Premium Outlets…
12 May 2026, 5:18 am
Trump Confirmed to Attend Major White House Medical and Dental Exams on May 26; Critics Claim It's Another Dementia Test
President Donald Trump is once again at the centre of intense public scrutiny after the White House confirmed he will undergo a full medical and dental examination on 26 May at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, with critics quickly turning the routine checkup into a fresh political flashpoint over his mental fitness and age. Related Articles 'Bruised' Donald Trump Unveils 'Hard' Health Admission Regarding His AgeNancy Guthrie Case After 100 Days: A Break…
12 May 2026, 5:16 am
Transfer News: Northampton Saints sign promising winger from Italy
Northampton Saints have confirmed the signing of highly-rated Italian winger Malik Faissal ahead of the 2026/27 season. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. The 20-year-old will make the move to cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens this summer from Zebre Parma after an impressive breakthrough campaign in senior rugby. Faissal has already made seven appearances for the United Rugby Championship…
12 May 2026, 5:15 am
Von der Leyen opens door to EU-wide social media ban for children
European Commission will present plans for an EU-wide social media ban for minors as early as this summer amid growing pressure from several member states to strengthen protections for children.
12 May 2026, 5:15 am
FleetWave outage takes another turn. Chevin confirms crooks accessed customer data
A month after Chevin Fleet Solutions declared its FleetWave outage contained and systems restored, the company has now admitted that attackers accessed customer databases and potentially acquired operational and personal data. Chevin confirmed the breach in an email to customers, seen by The Register, marking the first time it has acknowledged that data was accessed during the April incident that knocked parts of web-based software offline across the UK and US. At t…
12 May 2026, 5:14 am
Taiwan Expands Cannes Footprint Across Film Sales, Immersive Projects and IP
As the Marché du Film continues to expand beyond a traditional sales hub into a broader cross-media marketplace, Taiwan arrives in Cannes this year with a presence that reflects that shift – spanning film sales, XR showcases and IP adaptation platforms. At the Marché, the Taiwan Pavilion marks genre as a central export driver, underscoring […]…
12 May 2026, 5:11 am
‘Turning their noses up!’ Ellie Costello and Alex Armstrong slam Labour ministers dodging GB News scrutiny
Ellie Costello and Alex Armstrong have shared their frustration over Labour ministers dodging scrutiny from GB News. The Breakfast presenters said it was a “familiar story” and issued a warning to the Government amid a leadership crisis for Keir Starmer. “Darren Jones, the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister, is out doing the media rounds this morning,” Ellie began. “Unfortunately, he does not have time to speak to GB News this morning. It is a familiar…
12 May 2026, 5:10 am
GOP Lawmaker Faces Calls to Resign Over Interview
Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-VA) is facing calls to resign from Democratic colleagues who say she expressed agreement with a radio host’s remark that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) should get his “cotton-picking hands off of Virginia,” Axios reports.
12 May 2026, 5:09 am
Allagash UFO Witnesses Claim Silent 'Living Sphere' Chased Them Across Lake During Missing Time Event
In a testimony that has fuelled decades of debate, the men claim a silent glowing sphere the size of a house followed their canoe across a remote lake, responded to a flashlight signal, and was later linked to a period of unexplained missing time. The question remains whether they truly witnessed an unknown aerial phenomenon or experienced something far stranger than memory can explain. Related Articles Pilot Claims UFO 'Zoomed Past Cockpit Window' Mid Flight Over C…
12 May 2026, 5:08 am
Reacher Renewed for Fifth Season Ahead of Season Four Premiere
Prime Video has confirmed that its hit Alan Ritchson action-drama Reacher has been renewed for a fifth season. The news arrives in the lead-up to the launch of the fourth season later this year.According to Prime Video, the third season of Reacher reached 54.6 million viewers globally during its first 19 days on the service. The streamer reiterated this makes it the most-watched season on the service since the first season of Fallout over the same timespan.No furthe…
12 May 2026, 5:08 am
Macron thanks Kipchoge for 'patience' after Nairobi morning run
Macron joined marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge for an early morning run in Nairobi on day three of his Africa tour, later thanking the two-time Olympic champion for his "patience."…
12 May 2026, 5:07 am
Indigenous Australians win record A$150m after billionaire mined without permission
The Yindjibarndi people had sought A$1.8bn compensation for cultural damage and economic loss.
12 May 2026, 5:07 am
Labour MP in seat eyed by Burnham allies says she will not stand aside
Exclusive: Marie Rimmer backs Keir Starmer and deals blow to Greater Manchester mayor’s byelection hopesUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham’s hopes of returning to Westminster were dealt a blow on Tuesday as the Merseyside MP whose seat had been named by key allies for a potential byelection said she would not stand down and backed Keir Starmer to stay in office.Marie Rimmer, the MP for St Helens South and Whiston, said the mayor of Greater Mancheste…
12 May 2026, 5:07 am
Shipping industry fears fuel shortages that could drive up prices worldwide
Global shipping companies are bracing for fuel shortages and rising costs as the Iran war disrupts supplies of bunker fuel through the Strait of Hormuz.
12 May 2026, 5:06 am
Who is Sheryl Underwood's Husband? Comedian's Relationship Status Sparks Curiosity Amid Tony Hinchcliffe Roast Backlash
A comedy roast hosted by Kevin Hart has sparked widespread online debate after stand-up comedian Tony Hinchcliffe made remarks referencing television host Sheryl Underwood during his set. The comments, delivered during a live performance, have triggered backlash from some viewers and driven a surge in searches about Underwood's husband and relationship history. Related Articles What Is Trump Hiding Behind UFO File Release? Expert Says 'Government Will Never Disclose…
12 May 2026, 5:06 am
Is Trump’s Affordability Pivot Enough?
Punchbowl News: “President Donald Trump is finally putting his weight behind legislation aimed at bringing down the sky-high cost of living, calling for a gas tax holiday and urging the House to pass the Senate’s long-stalled affordable housing bill.” “Yet Trump’s policies are — in part — why prices are so high, including the war with Iran and wave after wave of tariffs. That’s the Hyde part.” “The president’s new efforts could be too lit…
12 May 2026, 5:05 am
South Korea floats AI profit social tax as tech giants boom
A top South Korean official has proposed a tax on AI profits to be redistributed among society as a semiconductor boom drives massive earnings for tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK hynix.
12 May 2026, 5:05 am
U.S. and Iran Are Locked in a Stalemate
“The U.S. and Iran are locked in a diplomatic stalemate over issues that have bedeviled the two sides for years, as the conflict settles into a gray zone that is neither war nor peace,” the Wall Street Journal reports. “The cease-fire is entering its second month and, despite sporadic violence, has now lasted almost as long as the fighting which preceded it. There is little to indicate that either the U.S. or Iran is ready to compromise, but neither wants t…
12 May 2026, 5:04 am
Pentagon Accused of Using Nuclear Weapons to Lure UFOs in Explosive Dan Farah Interview Claims
A striking claim circulating from filmmaker Dan Farah's recent interview has sparked intense debate in UFO and defence circles, with allegations that the Pentagon and related military programmes may have deliberately used nuclear activity to attract unidentified aerial phenomena. Related Articles Is Donald Trump's UFO Disclosure a Distraction? Joe Rogan Breaks Down the Pentagon Data DropQuick Facts On Lani – The Seal A Cruel Tourist Threw A Rock At In Hawaii: Why…
12 May 2026, 5:02 am
A South Korean startup captures workers' techniques to develop AI brains for robots
His head, chest and hands strapped with body cameras, David Park deftly folded a banquet napkin the way he has thousands of times during his nine years at the five-star Lotte Hotel Seoul. Each of his motions is fed into a database that will one day teach a robot to do the same.
12 May 2026, 5:02 am
Britain’s Starmer Says He Will Not Resign
“Prime Minister Keir Starmer of Britain faced a fast-moving rebellion inside his Labour Party as he met behind closed doors on Tuesday morning with top cabinet members, hours after dozens of Labour lawmakers called for him to step down,” the New York Times reports. “If Mr. Starmer were ousted, it would put the country on track for a protracted leadership contest and, eventually, a new Labour prime minister.”…
12 May 2026, 5:01 am
Xi Is Poised to Press Trump on Arms Sales to Taiwan
“The United States’ stance on Taiwan has rested for decades on a complex latticework of policies designed to support the island democracy while avoiding treating it officially as an independent country, a step that would enrage Beijing,” the New York Times reports. “Many in Taiwan are holding their breath for what may happen to that delicate structure when President Trump, with his off-the-cuff, transactional ways, meets China’s leader, Xi Jinping, in B…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Southampton ask for more time over spying claims
Southampton request more time to conduct an internal review after being charged with spying on Championship play-off rivals Middlesbrough.
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
‘Unprecedented’ global effort gives new name to polycystic ovary syndrome – and new hope to millions of women
Decades-long campaign powered by patient perspectives results in switch from PCOS – a name that caused confusion and undue suffering – to PMOS• What is PCOS, what are the symptoms and treatment, and why is it being renamed PMOS?• ‘I still want to scream’: the loneliness and confusion of living with PMOSAfter more than a decade of global consultation, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – a condition that affects one in eight women – has been renamed.The…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
What is PCOS, what are the symptoms and treatment, and why is it being renamed PMOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome is being relabelled polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome to correct the misconception that it is solely a gynaecological disease that creates ovarian cysts. Here’s what you need to know about the condition• ‘Unprecedented’ global effort gives new name to polycystic ovary syndrome – and new hope to millions of women• ‘I still want to scream’: the loneliness and confusion of living with PMOSWith polycystic ovary syndrome (…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Drake lost the beef and embraced the manosphere. Is it too late for him to win back his audience?
After his Kendrick Lamar feud, Drake alienated female fans. With new album Iceman, he’s aiming for the top of the charts againDespite his A-list pop star status, there’s been a noticeable scrappiness to Drake’s rollout for his ninth album, Iceman. Last month, the rapper iced out his favorite court-side seats at the Toronto Raptors’ arena, with faux icicles dangling from the chairs. He followed that up with a more brazen stunt: a huge block of ice in downtown…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Mississippi teen becomes one of youngest people ever to graduate law school
James Chilimigras, 18, graduated summa cum laude from Loyola University New Orleans’ law school A Mississippi teenager recently became one of the youngest people ever to graduate from law school after gaining admission in 2023 at age 15.James “Jimmy” Chilimigras, 18, graduated on Sunday with highest honors from Loyola University New Orleans’ law school, a little more than three years after he earned national news headlines with an entrance exam score that wa…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
‘Six lanes of tarmac and vehicles doing 70mph’: can ‘green bridges’ help animals cross the UK’s motorways in safety?
Cockrow Bridge in Surrey will open in the coming weeks to provide wildlife, including lizards and insects, with the ability to move between fragmented habitatsWhen James Herd moved near to Wisley Common 17 years ago, the heathland nature reserve was teeming with wildlife. “I’d take the dog around the common in spring and summer, and every few hundred metres I’d hear the rustle of a lizard in the undergrowth – and I’d see adders,” he says.But over the pas…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
The Bahamas goes to polls in three-way battle with immigration a key issue
Rising cost of living such as high gas prices also a concern in election that will have record number of votersVoters in the Bahamas head to the polls on Tuesday in a hotly contested general election featuring high-profile candidates such as the former basketball champion Rick Fox.Voters in the Caribbean archipelago are divided over concerns about immigration, especially from neighbouring Haiti, and the rising cost of living, with significant spikes in gas prices ca…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Paying in sweat! How Debbie Allen went from stardom in Fame to conquer Hollywood
She played the world’s coolest dance teacher and has had big success as an actor, director and choreographer, winning a Golden Globe, Emmys and an Olivier. Now, she is back on Broadway. She discusses Trump, the Kennedy Center and where the US goes nextDebbie Allen once found herself judging the Miss America pageant in Atlantic City alongside a charismatic property developer named Donald Trump. He had just bought an 86-metre superyacht named Nabila and rebranded it…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Penn researchers are turning food scraps into building materials — from pineapple peels to celery stalks
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? Get in touch. Imagine living in a house made of pineapple and mango skins, where the scent would greet you as you enter and leave your home. And imagine that the materials used to construct your home were source…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Movie review: 'Top Gun' re-release fuels nostalgia for bravado, music
"Top Gun," returning to theaters Wednesday for its 40th anniversary, reflects the '80s swagger and anthems with groundbreaking aerial footage.
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Look Mum No Computer shares real reason for German lyrics in UK Eurovision song amid backlash
Look Mum No Computer has addressed the backlash surrounding the UK’s Eurovision 2026 entry after the song sparked controversy over its repeated use of German lyrics.The experimental electronic musician, whose real name is Sam Battle, will represent the United Kingdom at this year’s contest in Vienna with the track Eins, Zwei, Drei, a retro-inspired synth-pop anthem which has divided Eurovision fans since its release.Many viewers were left stunned after discoveri…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Springboks superstar Cheslin Kolbe wins Japan Rugby League One award
Cheslin Kolbe has added another remarkable achievement to his glittering rugby CV, after finishing as Japan Rugby League One’s leading points scorer for the 2025/26 regular season. Save us to your Google Favourites for nonstop RUCK content! The Springbok flyer edged BlackRams Tokyo playmaker Ichigo Nakakusu by the slimmest of margins thanks to a second-half penalty during Tokyo Sungoliath’s 39-22 victory last weekend. While the kick appeared routine i…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
A State Task Force Is Hunting for Misleading AI Chatbots as the Shapiro Admin Vows Legal Crackdown
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — A new task force under Pennsylvania’s Department of State has been working since February to hunt down AI chatbots that may be misleading users into believing the bots are licensed professionals. Last week, the Shapiro…
12 May 2026, 5:00 am
Bipartisan lawmakers push for ICE training on recognizing tribal IDs following stops of Native Americans
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers to undergo training to recognize tribal IDs following reports of Native Americans being wrongly detained by immigration enforcement. New legislation from Reps. Sharice Davids (D-Kansas), Don Bacon (R-Neb.) and Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.) and Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) would require……
12 May 2026, 4:59 am
Lord of the Rings Star Ian McKellen Says Obi-Wan Actor Alec Guinness Told Him to Drop Support for Gay Rights Charity
Years before his starring roles in The Lord of the Rings and X-Men, Ian McKellen met with Star Wars' original Obi-Wan actor Alec Guinness, who advised him to drop support for a gay rights charity. According to McKellen, he was invited to lunch by Guinness so the two British thespians could have a chat. But later in the meal Guinness brought up McKellen's work with Stonewall, a notable gay rights charity, and advised him to stay out of political issues.The event has…
12 May 2026, 4:58 am
China’s oil market stands up to Trump
China’s oil market is sending alarm signals, but signs of resilience should concern US officials ahead of President Donald Trump’s summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing this week.After rising to record highs last year, China’s crude oil imports suddenly took a U-turn in April and fell to their lowest level since 2022. That’s no big surprise, given the heights oil prices are reaching these days. And it’s exactly the pain point Trump will aim to l…
12 May 2026, 4:52 am
Lies of P Sequel 'Enters Full Production Phase'
Neowiz and Round8's Lies of P sequel has now "entered full production phase."While we already knew that a sequel to the critically and commercially acclaimed 2023 soulslike was on the way, South Korean company Neowiz — which co-developed as well as published the soulslike adventure — has now confirmed, via its latest financial report to investors, that its prototype has been "approved," paving the way to a "full development phase." Unfortunately no release windo…
12 May 2026, 4:51 am
How much would you pay to see Ronaldo? Here’s the cheapest ticket for his 2026 World Cup game
The match between Portugal and Colombia in the 2026 World Cup is becoming a phenomenon off the pitch. The anticipation surrounding what could be Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup has caused the price of the cheapest tickets to explode.
12 May 2026, 4:51 am
EU energy ministers to mull domestic gas drilling amid security concerns
The EU Cyprus Presidency will raise the question during an informal gathering of ministers amid energy security concerns and soaring prices. Gas projects in Greece, Italy, Romania and Poland were flagged as available resources with potential for increased explorations.
12 May 2026, 4:51 am
Exposed: The secret Indian networks replacing American workers
Are American workers being replaced in their own tech industry?In this GB News documentary, Steven Edginton travels to Silicon Valley to investigate the rise of the H-1B visa system — and the growing dominance of foreign workers in America’s most important industry.From Google contractors to long-time employees at major corporations, American workers describe being laid off, outsourced, and even forced to train their replacements.At the same time, immigration la…
12 May 2026, 4:51 am
Jean-Claude Van Damme to Play Submarine Captain in WWII Action Epic ‘Raid Pacific’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Even with a “Bloodsport” remake now in the works almost 40 years after the classic that made his name, Jean-Claude Van Damme isn’t done beating the living crap out of people just yet. The martial arts star and action veteran is set to topline WWII action epic “Raid Pacific, with Steven Luke attached to direct. […]…
12 May 2026, 4:50 am
The Breakdown | Frontrunners’ defeats hint at twists and turns to come in Prem Rugby finale
Northampton and Bath were well beaten over the weekend: will Leicester or Exeter force themselves into the top two?There are small but significant moments in every league campaign. Until the weekend it was widely assumed that Northampton and Bath, the two frontrunners in the English Prem, were all but nailed on for home semi-finals and, by extension, would almost certainly meet in the grand final at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on 20 June.That could still happen bu…
12 May 2026, 4:50 am
Mini Shai-Hulud Worm Compromises TanStack, Mistral AI, Guardrails AI & More Packages
TeamPCP, the threat actor behind the recent supply chain attack spree, has been linked to the compromise of the npm and PyPI packages from TanStack, UiPath, Mistral AI, OpenSearch, and Guardrails AI as part of a fresh Mini Shai-Hulud campaign. The affected npm packages have been modified to include an obfuscated JavaScript file ("router_init.js") that's designed to profile the execution…
12 May 2026, 4:50 am
Rebel Wilson’s ‘The Deb’ Sets U.S. Distributor and Cannes Sales Relaunch Amid Legal Dispute (EXCLUSIVE)
Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut “The Deb” — billed as an “outrageous” and “fish-out-of-water” musical comedy — has landed U.S. distribution with Sunrise Films. The deal, which follows the film’s theatrical release in its home territory of Australia, was announced by Protagonist Pictures, which is now relaunching the film in Cannes via its boutique label Protagonist Picks. With […]…
12 May 2026, 4:47 am
Sega Cancels Mysterious 'Super Game' 5 Years After It Was Announced, Amid Pull Back From Underperforming Free-to-Play
Sega has confirmed it has canceled its mysterious "Super Game" as part of a company-wide pull back from free-to-play following weak sales.Reporting its 2026 fiscal year financial results, Sega said new free-to-play games had struggled, and while reviewing its ‘Games as a Service’ strategy, it had decided to cancel Super Game.Sega’s Super Game was never made entirely clear, although Sega had said it was due out by the end of March 2026. When the project was ann…
12 May 2026, 4:46 am
South Africa’s Ramaphosa turns to courts to stall impeachment
The NewsSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa pledged to challenge a decision by the country’s top court reviving an impeachment inquiry against him, shifting the fight from a hostile parliament to the courts and easing pressure on the country’s fragile coalition government.His late-night televised announcement came days after South Africa’s Constitutional Court ordered lawmakers to restart scrutiny they halted when they binned a report that found evidence o…
12 May 2026, 4:46 am
'Who Was the Famous Man?': Hayden Panettiere's Sexual Assault Story Sends Social Media Into Speculation Mode
At 18, Hayden Panettiere thought she was heading to a glamorous industry outing on a boat during the height of her Heroes fame. Instead, the actress says she found herself trapped in a terrifying situation involving a 'very famous' older man and a woman she trusted. Related Articles Who Is Hayden Panettiere? Bisexual Revelation, Net Worth, Husband, Daughter and MoreSnow White Rachel Zegler's Jaw Movement Goes Viral During Met Gala Appearance: 'What Is Wrong With Her…
12 May 2026, 4:43 am
Lil Rel Howery, Angela Sarafyan, Manny Montana Set for Indie Horror ‘The Things We Hide’ With Minerva Launching Sales in Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)
Lil Rel Howery (“Get Out”), Angela Sarafyan (“Westworld”) and Manny Montana (“Good Girls”) are set to appear in indie horror film “The Things We Hide,” co-directed and produced by Amir Noorani and Eric Bergemann. Italy’s Minerva Pictures has boarded the chiller and will launch world sales at the Cannes Market. Atit Shah’s Create Entertainment (“Monsoon,” […]…
12 May 2026, 4:43 am
Complaints against judge to be examined in U-turn
A watchdog says it will examine complaints against employment tribunal judge Philip Lancaster.
12 May 2026, 4:42 am
Lloyds Bank launches £5,000 deposit mortgage for first-time buyers
Lloyds is launching a new mortgage that requires just a £5,000 deposit, in a bid to help first‑time buyers who can afford monthly payments but cannot save the large lump sums typically needed to get on the property ladder.The product, available from May 18 through Lloyds, Halifax and UK mortgage brokers, is aimed at renters already paying mortgage‑sized monthly costs but who lack family support or access to gifted deposits.Lloyds said it is designed for buyers…
12 May 2026, 4:40 am
Park Hoon-jung’s ‘Tristes Tropiques’ Lands Five-Territory Pre-Sales for Finecut Ahead of Cannes Film Market (EXCLUSIVE)
Leading Korean sales company Finecut has closed pre-sale deals for Park Hoon-jung’s “Tristes Tropiques” in five territories following a short-footage screening, with the full feature set to world premiere at the Cannes Film Market. Splendid Film has acquired the film for Germany, Austria and Switzerland; PT Prima Cinema Multimedia has taken Indonesia; Media4Fun has closed […]…
12 May 2026, 4:40 am
Zoe Ball confirms she did not get Strictly presenting role
The broadcaster says she was "so chuffed to even be in the mix" for the job on the BBC One show.
12 May 2026, 4:39 am
‘Once Upon a Time in America’ Origins Movie in the Works From ‘Paper Tiger’ Producer Leone Film Group (EXCLUSIVE)
Italy’s Leone Film Group — which is in Cannes as a producer of James Grey’s competition entry “Paper Tiger” — is set to make an ambitious origins movie about Sergio Leone’s quest to shoot “Once Upon a Time in America,” the gangster epic that premiered at Cannes in 1984 and is now considered a masterpiece. […]…
12 May 2026, 4:38 am
Johnny Matthews eyes URC silverware ahead of Glasgow Warriors exit
Johnny Matthews says he will always support Glasgow Warriors, as he looks to sign off with the club by winning another BKT United Rugby Championship title. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone. The hooker will bring down the curtain on a seven-year stay with the Scottish side at the end of this season when he moves on to join French outfit Montauban. But first he will be aiming to help them claim t…
12 May 2026, 4:38 am
Trump to Undergo Annual Physical 26 May Following Unannounced Dental Procedures and Fitness Concerns
US President Donald Trump will undergo his annual physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on 26 May, the White House confirmed on Monday, as two unscheduled dental visits and a poll showing most Americans doubt his physical health put growing pressure on the administration to address fitness concerns about the 79-year-old commander-in-chief. Related Articles Doctor Raises Alarm Over Trump's Unexpected Off-Schedule Health Trip in FloridaMedical Exper…
12 May 2026, 4:37 am
U.S. sanctions IRGC oil sales network in 'Economic Fury' push
The United States has sanctioned 12 individuals and entities accused of enabling elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' sale of Iranian oil to China…
12 May 2026, 4:36 am
Hayden Panettiere Was Told to Get in Bed With a Famous Male Actor Who Was Naked When She Was 18 Years Old: ‘This Is Not Happening’ and ‘I Hid Wherever I Could’
Hayden Panettiere appeared on a recent episode of the “On Purpose With Jay Shetty” podcast and recounted one of the more shocking revelations from her upcoming book, “This Is Me: A Reckoning,” in which the “Nashvhille” and “Heroes” star remembers being lured by friend of hers into a room and told to get in bed […]…
12 May 2026, 4:36 am
Man, 45, charged after 'arson attack on former synagogue'
A 45-year-old man has been charged with arson with intent to endanger life.It comes after reports of a fire at a former synagogue in East London.Moses Edwards, from Wanstead, will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.The alleged arson attack on the building in Nelson Street, Whitechapel, occurred in the early hours of May 5. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Minor damage was caused to the gates and a lock at the front of the building shortly aft…
12 May 2026, 4:35 am
Europe Wants More Control Over Its Own Defence After Trump-Era Tensions Shook Trust in Washington
Calls for Europe's greater military independence have been gaining ground in recent months as US President Donald Trump continued his attack on North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) allies, raising fears about Washington leaving the alliance and exposing the continent to threats from Russia. Related Articles British Navy and UK Form Alliance with 9 Other European Countries as Maritime Tensions with Russia RiseRussia vs NATO: New Spy Report Flags 12-Month Threat…
12 May 2026, 4:35 am
Young hijab-wearing German beauty contestant takes on the AfD
As a Miss Germany contestant, Büsra Sayed wore a hijab on stage. This had never happened before — and the AfD didn't like it. Her response went viral.
12 May 2026, 4:34 am
Zelenskyy says Russia fired over 200 drones at Ukraine as truce expires
One killed and four others wounded in attacks on Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, local administration chief says.
12 May 2026, 4:34 am
France’s Macron announces $27bn investment in Africa at Kenya summit
Africa Forward summit comes amid France's fading ties with its former African colonies, as Kenya seeks greater trade.
12 May 2026, 4:33 am
Hayden Panettiere Details 'Traumatic' Moment: Trusted Friend Put Her In Bed With 'Very Famous' Undressed Man
Hayden Panettiere has opened up about a 'shocking' and 'traumatic' encounter from her teenage years, alleging that a woman she considered a trusted friend and protector once forced her into bed with an undressed, 'very famous' older man. Related Articles Who Is Hayden Panettiere? Bisexual Revelation, Net Worth, Husband, Daughter and MoreDua Lipa's $15M Samsung Lawsuit: The 'Simulated Broadcast' Defence That Could Block the Pop Star's ClaimManon Not Returning to KATS…
12 May 2026, 4:30 am
China should stop hoarding food and fertiliser, says former World Bank chief
David Malpass also said that Beijing's claim to be a developing nation was no longer credible.
12 May 2026, 4:30 am
US Air Force apologises after sparking panic with 'double bang' over East Anglia
The US Air Force has apologised after triggering a sonic boom that startled communities across East Anglia. An American jet inadvertently exceeded the speed of sound over Cambridgeshire and Norfolk last Thursday.The incident occurred shortly before 3pm on May 7 when a US Air Force F-15E fighter aircraft broke the sound barrier during what was described as routine training exercises.Residents across the region reported hearing a loud double bang that reverberated thr…
12 May 2026, 4:30 am
Britain pays Starlink millions despite Musk's calls to overthrow UK government
Britain's Ministry of Defence (MoD) has clocked up a £16.6 million ($22.6 million) bill with Starlink over the past four years, despite SpaceX CEO Elon Musk expressing a desire to overthrow the UK government. Data released by the MoD shows that Britain has continued to pay for access to the spaceborne data network, primarily to help support the Ukrainian military in its ongoing battle against the Russian invasion. Not all of the expenditure is accounted for by Ukra…
12 May 2026, 4:30 am
How Glen Basner and Stacey Snider Plan to Make FilmNation the Destination for Visionary Filmmakers: ‘We’re in the Big Swing Business Creatively’
When Stacey Snider brings her boss Glen Basner a project she wants to make at FilmNation, he analyzes everything about her pitch — from its budget to the commercial track record of its creative team to the performance of recent films in the same genre. Basner knows the business intimately, having put together financing for […]…
12 May 2026, 4:29 am
Forty years of the EFL play-offs - choose your favourite memories
BBC Sport looks back at 15 memorable moments from 40 years of the play-offs in the English Football League.
12 May 2026, 4:28 am
Joe Keery and Sabrina Carpenter Romance Rumours Explode After Claims They've Been Dating for 'Three Months'
Joe Keery and Sabrina Carpenter have become the subject of intense online speculation after TikTok users claimed the pair have allegedly been dating for around three months. The rumours gained traction following discussion of an alleged Saturday Night Live after-party involving both stars. Related Articles Are Joe Keery and Sabrina Carpenter Dating? Rumours Explode After Pair Are Spotted TogetherJoe Alwyn Met Gala 2026 Appearance Hijacked by Taylor Swift Fans: 'He W…
12 May 2026, 4:28 am
India: New Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay cracks down on state-run liquor shops
In his first major decision since becoming the chief minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay has ordered 717 state-run liquor stores near religious places and schools to shut down.