15 Sep 2026, 3:42 am
Russia summoned by Denmark after warship fires flares at helicopter
A routine patrol over the Baltic turned dangerous, adding to a run of close encounters between Russian forces and NATO members this year.
15 Sep 2026, 3:37 am
BLACKPINK Lisa Admits She Feared 'Being Put Back in a Box' by YG After Going Solo
BLACKPINK's Lisa has revealed she feared being 'put back in a box' by YG Entertainment after spending a year away from the group's activities and gaining greater freedom to explore her artistry, according to accounts from viewers of her new documentary Always Lalisa. Related Articles Jason Statham's Beer-Soaked Hero Shouldn't Be This Ripped: 3 Movie Physique Plot Holes'She Loves a Rockstar and She's Right': Dakota Johnson and MGK Spark Dating Frenzy in NYCGenius 10-…
15 Sep 2026, 3:33 am
State pension likely to rise by £488 a year in April
The triple lock has come under scrutiny as the number of pensioners rises making the policy more expensive.
15 Sep 2026, 3:18 am
Macklemore Axed From Ed Sheeran Tour After 'Free Palestine' Speech Sparks Venue Backlash
Macklemore has been removed from the remaining US dates of Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after his 'Free Palestine' speech at a New Jersey concert triggered backlash from advocacy groups and objections from several venues. Related Articles Macklemore Says 'Taking Side Can Cost You' After Ed Sheeran Removes Him From 'Loop Tour'Jason Statham's Beer-Soaked Hero Shouldn't Be This Ripped: 3 Movie Physique Plot Holes'She Loves a Rockstar and She's Right': Dakota Johnson and MG…
15 Sep 2026, 3:17 am
UK pay growth slows to 3.9% before crunch interest rates decision
Figure likely to dictate rise in state pension triple lock, as workers face inflation squeeze fuelled by oil price risesBusiness live – latest updatesWage growth in the UK has slowed as workers come under pressure from a renewed cost of living squeeze fuelled by the Iran war, highlighting the challenge for the Bank of England as it prepares to set interest rates.Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show average growth in total earnings, including…
15 Sep 2026, 3:10 am
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea’s next club revealed
All Blacks captain Ardie Savea is being tipped for a blockbuster move to the Blues ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup. A fresh report from The Post has strengthened speculation that the back-row superstar could make Auckland his next Super Rugby home. The move remains unconfirmed, but the Blues have emerged as a potential destination for one of the biggest names in world rugby. Follow @RuckTransfers on Instagram for the latest rugby transfer news Bl…
15 Sep 2026, 3:07 am
Kim Jong Un pledges 'invariable support' for Russia in letter to Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to "expand and deepen" cooperation with Moscow in a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin, state-run media reported Tuesday.
15 Sep 2026, 3:05 am
Abbott to pay $385M over infant formula contamination probe
Abbott Laboratories will pay $385 million to resolve claims stemming from a probe that led to the closure of its largest infant formula plant.
15 Sep 2026, 3:03 am
Robert Kraft Defends Macklemore Tour Ban Over 'Free Palestine' Statement: 'No Platform for Hate Speech'
Robert Kraft has defended his decision to bar Macklemore from performing at Gillette Stadium after the rapper's 'Free Palestine' remarks sparked backlash and were followed by his removal from the remaining US dates of Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour. Related Articles Macklemore Says 'Taking Side Can Cost You' After Ed Sheeran Removes Him From 'Loop Tour'She Is So Fake: Bella Hadid Slammed Over MAGA Friend as Fans Recall Her 'Free Palestine' and ICE StanceRalph Lauren Brand…
15 Sep 2026, 3:01 am
I Was Humiliated: Former Police Chief Wins Discrimination Case as Force Chief Is Forced To Apologise
A former senior police officer has spoken of the 'humiliation' she suffered during a long-running discrimination case after the chief constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland publicly apologised for the treatment she received. Related Articles Two Brave Police Officers Among Seven Killed After Wrong-Way Car Crashes Into Police Vehicle on A66Police Trooper Criticised for Punching and Pulling Former Basketball Player by His Dreadlocks in Brutal ArrestOttawa…
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Would you trust one app with all your digital identity?
By 2026, EU countries must roll out their national wallet apps for the EU’s Digital Identity Wallet, a digital space for storing and sharing personal data. Italy, France, and Finland are leading the way. What's the status of other countries?
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Leading UK retailers ‘breaking law’ by not refunding customers for returned goods, Which? finds
Consumer group says online shops routinely failed to reimburse delivery costs of unwanted purchases or cost of itemsLeading retailers are breaking the law by failing to properly refund customers for returned goods, a Which? investigation has found.Some of the UK’s biggest online shops routinely failed to reimburse delivery costs when customers returned unwanted purchases, while others failed to refund the cost of the goods themselves. Continue reading...
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Conservation ‘gateway drug’: farmers embrace ancient craft of hedge laying
Grant applications in England surge as interest grows in habitat that captures carbon and helps reduce flood riskThe ancient craft of hedge laying is experiencing a strong revival as farmers use techniques that peaked in the 18th and 19th centuries to boost wildlife, capture carbon and help tackle flooding.Hedge laying, which restores and revives mature hedges to keep them fresh, was among the four most popular categories of capital grants selected by farmers out of…
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Pietersen was the original Bazball – and his return may be just what England need | Barney Ronay
While there’s a statistically significant chance it will all go south, KP’s mentorship could be a throwback to better daysAt the end of his time as consultant to the England cricket setup Gilbert Enoka praised Brendon McCullum’s incredible work in healing the culture of his team. Enoka is best known as the architect of the no-dickheads policy in sport. This is basically Doctor Dickhead. Dickheads? He’s not having them.“There wasn’t one dickhead in ther…
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Who is Umar Kremlev, the Russian oligarch who reportedly helped pay for Donald Trump Jr’s wedding?
The businessman has spent the past decade moving through some of Russia’s most politically connected circlesUmar Kremlev, the Russian oligarch at the centre of reports that he helped pay for Donald Trump Jr’s wedding in the Bahamas, has spent the past decade moving through some of Russia’s most politically connected circles.Born in 1982 in Serpukhov, an industrial town about 60 miles south of Moscow, he has said he boxed until the age of 19 but never turned pr…
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Are Manchester United as poor as the early Premier League table suggests?
Michael Carrick’s side are 13th in the table after four games but, City mitigation aside, several areas need attentionManchester United are 13th in the Premier League, having taken four points from their first four games: a 2-0 defeat at Hull, 5-2 win against Ipswich, 2-2 draw at Everton and the 1-0 defeat by Manchester City on Sunday. Mitigation regarding the City reverse can be found in the derby coming three days after the Champions League win against Sabah on…
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
On This Day, Sept. 15: Scientific American makes its first-ever presidential endorsement
On Sept. 15, 2020, for the first time in Scientific American's 175-year history, the popular science magazine made a presidential endorsement -- Joe Biden.
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Famous birthdays for Sept. 15: Oliver Stone, Tom Hardy
Filmmaker Oliver Stone turns 80 and actor Tom Hardy turns 49, among the famous birthdays for Sept. 15.
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Open Thread
The post Open Thread appeared first on Reason Magazine.
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
Finland’s Gutsy Pictures Pacts with MTV, Germany’s Zeitsprung, Sweden’s Götafilm on Zaida Bergroth’s ‘Dangerous Woman’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Value-driven Finnish outfit Gutsy Pictures headed by Marika Makaroff (“Moominvalley,” “L/Over”) has secured a greenlight from MTV Finland and added co-producers Zeitsprung in Germany and Götafilm in Sweden for the psycho-thriller “Dangerous Woman.” Already pre-bought by TV4 in Sweden, the six-parter created by Makaroff will be directed by the established Zaida Bergroth, credited for the […]…
15 Sep 2026, 3:00 am
2028 Volvo XC60 And XC90 Debut With The Most Electric Range Of Any Plug-In Hybrids
Volvo's two best-selling plug-in hybrid models debut with over 70 miles of electric range.
15 Sep 2026, 2:58 am
AFP commissioner urges ‘conversation’ about link between Australians’ level of illicit drug use and organised crime
Australian Federal Police Commissioner Krissy Barrett has called for a national “conversation” about the link between Australians’ use of illicit drugs and organised crime violence. Barrett’s call comes after recent murders in Sydney linked to organised crime included two cases of mistaken identity in one week. Writing in The Nightly, Barrett said: “The conversation needs to be collectively louder about the dangers of illicit drug use and linking it t…
15 Sep 2026, 2:56 am
US military says it is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of Iran war
President Trump has continued to brush off the concerns, insisting the US has "virtually unlimited" stock just a few weeks ago.
15 Sep 2026, 2:56 am
Ms Rachel Calls Out Ed Sheeran Over Macklemore Tour Drop: 'Silence During a Genocide Is Not Neutral'
Children's entertainer Ms Rachel has publicly criticised Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was dropped from the remaining US dates of the singer's tour. She accused the pop star of failing to speak out over the war in Gaza as the fallout from the rapper's pro-Palestinian performances continues. Related Articles Macklemore Defends 'Free Palestine' Speech at Ed Sheeran Concert: 'Equality Isn't Controversial'She Is So Fake: Bella Hadid Slammed Over MAGA Friend as Fans Recall…
15 Sep 2026, 2:54 am
Toyota Patent Turns Your Car Into A Photo Assistant
Toyota’s latest patent outlines a gaze-based camera system that snaps roadside scenes to your phone, aiming to cut distraction from manual photos.
15 Sep 2026, 2:53 am
Palestine weekly: Settlement sanctions spark diplomatic crisis
New B'Tselem report frames events on ground as Israel's 'project of elimination' of Palestinians.
15 Sep 2026, 2:52 am
Toyota's Secret To Cutting Costs Is Surprisingly Simple: Build Fewer Parts
A major supplier also wants to drastically cut meeting time.
15 Sep 2026, 2:49 am
How did they get the Madring track so wrong? - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Spanish Grand Prix.
15 Sep 2026, 2:49 am
The Michael J. Fox Tribute, Mariska Hargitay Singing, and Other Highs and Lows From an Ungainly, Ill-Flowing Emmys Telecast
Producers stuffed the first half of the night with awards and attempted to fill the second half with emotional moments, resulting in a strange lopsided effect.
15 Sep 2026, 2:47 am
NATO 'committed and ready' after shooting down drone over Lithuania
From the Baltics to Poland, Europe's eastern edge is monitoring Russia's war to prevent it spilling over its own borders.
15 Sep 2026, 2:46 am
Leak: EU Commission to pitch social media restrictions for under-15s
The European Commission will propose barring under-15s from social media without parental consent, plus safety-by-design rules for risky online services like AI chatbots and video games in a legislative proposal that will be published on Thursday, according to a document obtained by Euronews.
15 Sep 2026, 2:44 am
GA man wanted after being filmed 'intensely interacting' with rubber duck in stranger's hot tub: 'Infatuated'
Georgia police are searching for a man who police say was "infatuated" with a rubber duck in a stranger's hot tub.The suspect is wanted for trespassing onto the homeowner's property and stealing their towels before fleeing the scene, according to the Chatham County Police Department, which said the man became "obsessed" with the rubber duck he found at the residence."He trespassed onto their property, used their hot tub, became obsessed with their rubber duck, then…
15 Sep 2026, 2:44 am
Would You Pay Up to $179,950 for a Humanlike AI Companion? What UBTECH's U1 Robots Can Actually Do
UBTECH's lifelike humanoids can converse, respond to emotional cues and imitate human movement, with premium versions listed for as much as $179,950 (about £133,554) in some retailers. Related Articles China Moves Humanoid Robots From Commercial Dominance Toward Military Trials on the BattlefieldTrump Calls Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Mid-Interview to Declare AI Doomsday Fears a 'Hoax'Obama Says AI Has Reached a Point Where Even Its Engineers Are Struggling To Keep UpW…
15 Sep 2026, 2:43 am
‘Practical Magic 2’ Casts a Spell Over U.K., Ireland Box Office as Oasis Doc Rocks No. 2
Warner Bros.’ “Practical Magic 2” cast a winning spell over the U.K. and Ireland box office, dethroning “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” after a six-week reign to claim the top spot with an opening weekend of £2.7 million ($3.7 million). Disney followed closely in second position with the cinema rollout of “Oasis: Don’t Look Back in […]…
15 Sep 2026, 2:39 am
Trump facing AI backlash in Congress as push for guardrails intensifies
President has dismissed anxieties over AI’s dangerous potential even as Democrats and some Republicans acknowledge risksDonald Trump is facing a rare backlash from the US Congress as Democrats and some Republicans push for guardrails on the world’s most powerful AI companies.Concerns over the dangerous potential of AI reached fever pitch this week after tech leaders sounded the alarm over the rapid advancement of the technology and its potential threat to humani…
15 Sep 2026, 2:37 am
WRU hit out at 'embarrassing' claims and Springboks farce blasted by Hansen
The latest rugby stories making headlines from around the world…
15 Sep 2026, 2:36 am
Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with lead acting wins for 2 shows
Rhys delivered two speeches for two different shows at the 78th Emmy Awards.
15 Sep 2026, 2:36 am
Emmy winners 2026: Full list of winners and nominees for the 78th Primetime Emmys
Who took home television's biggest prizes? Here's the list of winners and nominees for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards.
15 Sep 2026, 2:30 am
Murderer Who Killed Millionaire Fiancée Jailed Again After Brutal Attack Left Elderly Father Fearing for His Life
A convicted murderer who killed his millionaire fiancée in a brutal attack in France has been jailed again after violently assaulting his elderly father and leaving him fearing for his life. Related Articles 'I Wish I Died in Your Stomach': Cops Find Chilling Text Sent by Teen Before Murdering His Mother and BrotherAmen Teklay Murder Trial: Two Teenagers Cleared of Murder After Self-Defence ClaimNick Reiner Murder Trial Update: Suspect Claims Siblings Verbal Agreem…
15 Sep 2026, 2:30 am
What would it take to make India’s cities better – and safer?
After a five-storey building collapsed in Delhi, focus is on how urban areas can adapt to growing populations. Plus, Ahmedabad’s ace newspaper delivery driver goes viralRecently, I may have saved a woman’s life on the road. Somehow, this was something I had expected to happen.On that day, I saw a truck leave a construction site with a tangled wire trailing behind. I frantically looked to see what the wire was attached to and spotted the scaffolding a few meters…
15 Sep 2026, 2:30 am
France ties EU sanctions renewal to prisoner release
Good morning from Brussels. I’m Mared Gwyn. Today: why France is holding up the renewal of the EU’s sanctions list, and a teaser of Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the European Union speech.
15 Sep 2026, 2:27 am
Anti-ICE Protesters March Through Penn State Campus
Penn State students and community members marched across the University Park campus Monday evening, chanting in opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and calling for “an end to admin cooperating with ICE.” The latest local anti-ICE demonstration began around 7 p.m. on the Old Main lawn, where protesters gathered with signs and banners as speakers addressed the crowd. From there, demonstrators marched down Pollock Road, past the Pattee and Pat…
15 Sep 2026, 2:26 am
PIP Review Exposes Huge Claimant Anger as 90%+ Criticise Process Ahead of Major DWP Overhaul
More than 90 per cent of responses about the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) process were negative, according to the Timms Review, which was based on 38,713 responses from disabled people, carers, organisations and professionals. Related Articles DWP's New Benefit Debt Crackdown Starts Today: Thousands Given Final Warning Before Driving Bans BeginDWP Fraudster Catherine Wieland Claimed Anxiety Left Her Housebound—Photos Tell Another Story330,000 UK Pensioners…
15 Sep 2026, 2:24 am
Europe Today: Trump claims Russia-Ukraine energy truce as AI slowdown rattles markets
Global tech stocks have slid after AI leaders called for a development slowdown. Also on the show: Trump's claim that Ukraine and Russia agreed to halt strikes on energy targets, an interview with Commission Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu, and a 2026 State of the Union preview.
15 Sep 2026, 2:20 am
UK companies keep shedding staff as pay growth slows – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsThe estimated number of vacancies in the UK decreased in the latest quarter.The ONS esimates that in June to August there was a decrease of 8,000 (1.1%) to 702,000, compared with March to May 2026.“Vacancies remain at their lowest level outside the pandemic period for more than a decade, with smaller businesses continuing to report that increased labour costs are affecting hiring decisions.”The estimated…
15 Sep 2026, 2:19 am
Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Leaders Sign Cardiff Pact: 'Westminster's Time Is Coming to an End'
'Scotland, Wales and (Northern) Ireland have distinct histories, identities and political traditions,' the memorandum of understanding of the three nations states as they push for greater self-determination and constitutional change. 'Each of our nations has the right to determine its own future, through democratic means and in accordance with the wishes of its people.' Related Articles Scotland Independence Push Hit by Stormont Row as O'Neill Accused of 'Weaponisin…
15 Sep 2026, 2:15 am
BJP effect: Beef is vanishing from India’s Bengal, forcing diet changes
Since Prime Minister Modi's BJP came to power in West Bengal, beef is vanishing from menus as supplies become harder.
15 Sep 2026, 2:15 am
Coutinho joins Neymar at Santos for rest of season
The former Liverpool and Barcelona midfielder joins Brazilian side Santos from his boyhood club Vasco da Gama.
15 Sep 2026, 2:13 am
Henry Pollock plans to leave rugby altogether as he drops boxing and MMA hint
Northampton Saints and England star Henry Pollock has opened up on his future…
15 Sep 2026, 2:13 am
'Most Precious and Perfect': Baby Dies Eight Days After Birth as Parents Question What Hospital Told Them
A baby boy described by his parents as their 'most precious and perfect' child died just eight days after being born by Caesarean section, as an inquest heard concerns about what his parents were told about his condition. Related Articles Adopted Baby Boy Sexually Abused, Murdered By Teacher Showed He Had Human Bite Marks Weeks Before Death5 Held, 2 Bailed After Newborn Baby Girl Found Dead With Stab Wounds at Sheffield HomeSergeant Hunter Foster Linked to Baby Kohe…
15 Sep 2026, 2:11 am
At least two killed and tents destroyed in Israeli strikes on Gaza camps
At least two people were killed and several others injured in Israeli strikes across Gaza on Monday, 14 September, according to hospital and health officials.
15 Sep 2026, 2:07 am
Obama Says AI Has Reached a Point Where Even Its Engineers Are Struggling To Keep Up
Former US President Barack Obama has warned that artificial intelligence is developing faster than even those engineering it can keep up with, as he called for governments to become more proactive in shaping the technology's future. Related Articles US-China AI Race Heats Up as Trump Rejects Calls to Slow Development Over Fears of Losing Edge to Beijing100 Million Views: Anthropic Researcher Quits With Stark Warning That AI Could Kill HumanityOpenAI Researcher Claim…
15 Sep 2026, 2:06 am
Three of the world’s best new hotels are in Europe, according to the Michelin Guide
The winner of the Opening of the Year award will be announced later this week.
15 Sep 2026, 2:06 am
Inside Zendaya’s 2026 Emmys: Date Night With Tom Holland, Surprise Dinner Invite and That Pixie Cut
The actress was both a presenter and a nominee Monday night, where she was nominated for the third and final season of 'Euphoria.'…
15 Sep 2026, 2:05 am
Trump EPA to strip greenhouse gas limits for power plants, a key Biden climate policy
Georgia Power’s Plant Bowen, a coal-fired power station in Bartow County, Georgia, on July 28,2026. (Photo by Alander Rocha/Georgia Recorder)The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will revoke limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that run on coal and natural gas, according to regulatory documents Administrator Lee Zeldin signed Monday. The administration framed the action to repeal 2024 limits on greenhouse gas emissions from virtually all power p…
15 Sep 2026, 2:03 am
1,300 OneWeb satellites set for orbit
Eutelsat Chief Executive Jean-François Fallacher, speaking at the World Satellite Business Week in Paris on September 14th, said that the operator will have some 1,300 OneWeb satellites in orbit by 2030. Fallacher added that Eutelsat was boosting the number of OneWeb satellites in orbit in order to “strengthen” the OneWeb fleet. He told delegates that […]…
15 Sep 2026, 2:02 am
How Maresca is tackling football's impossible job
Enzo Maresca seemingly took on an impossible job in the summer when replacing the legendary Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, but is making it look an easy task in the early stages of his tenure.
15 Sep 2026, 2:01 am
Kore-eda Hirokazu to Receive Cinema Honorary Award From Singapore Film Festival, Yim Soon-rye to Head Asian Competition Jury
The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) will honor Japanese filmmaker Kore-eda Hirokazu with its Cinema Honorary Award and has named Korean director Yim Soon-rye jury head of its Asian Feature Film Competition. The 37th edition of SGIFF runs Oct. 21 to Nov. 1. Kore-eda will attend a special presentation of “Look Back” on Oct. 24, […]…
15 Sep 2026, 2:01 am
Ofcom: Broadcast news continues to cut through   
Ofcom’s News Report 2026 reveals dramatic shifts in how news is being distributed and consumed across the UK’s fragmented media landscape. With a multitude of online intermediaries, commentators, influencers and specialist outlets, as well as traditional news brands and publishers competing for our attention, UK adults now encounter around 12 different sources for news on average each month, rising to 18 among 25-34-year-olds.   Digital…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Trump Calls Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Mid-Interview to Declare AI Doomsday Fears a 'Hoax'
President Donald Trump unexpectedly called Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang while the chip executive was speaking on stage at the All-In Summit in Los Angeles on Monday, 14 September, using the interruption to dismiss fears of an artificial intelligence takeover as a 'hoax'. Related Articles Jim Cramer Says Nvidia Buyback Is 'Not Big Enough' as AI Slowdown Talk Hits SentimentTrump Says 'Whoever Wins AI Wins' as Sanders Pushes 20-Year Jail Terms for Breaking Superintelligence…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Help-to-buy scheme delivered ‘very high value for money,’ review finds
Exclusive: George Osborne’s programme to reduce costs for first-time buyers delivered £25bn in social value in UK last yearGeorge Osborne’s scheme to reduce costs for first-time buyers represented “very high value for money”, according to a government review, bolstering the case of senior government figures who have been arguing to resurrect the idea.An official audit of the help-to-buy programme has calculated it provided £25bn of social value to the UK i…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
The pest I’ll never forget: the rat who jumped off the wardrobe and flew at my face
There was a rat army in my flatshare, gnawing through pipes, carpets and even a bedroom door. That’s not to mention the mice ...We should have known we were in trouble when we saw that the garden of our new place backed on to a Chinese restaurant in Hackney, London, with terrible reviews. Before long, the rats started coming in through the pipes. It was ratmageddon, and every day it got more harrowing. They trooped over our kitchen, like the world’s worst sequel…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Sky gave my father the hard sell even though he has dementia
He wanted to save money, but it insisted on selling costly packages and seemed not to accept ‘cancel’ as an optionI was helping my father, who has dementia and Parkinson’s disease, reduce his £113.50 Sky TV bill.We explained to the Sky call centre agent that, as his eyesight and attention span have deteriorated, he wanted the cheapest available TV package to free up money for his care. Continue reading...
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Premature review – sunny charm provides screwball energy for surprise-pregnancy comedy
First-time director Kevin Walls creates a film sweet-natured enough to cancel out some comedy misfires as flatmates Eilidh and Cameron prepare for parenthoodThe pram in the hallway is the enemy of good art, or so the famous quote goes. This sunny Scottish comedy, made on a minuscule budget, deals with the bit before the pram, when an art school dropout in her 20s gets unexpectedly up the duff. It’s directed by first-timer Kevin Walls, who gives his film the screwb…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
The Rouse by China Miéville review – a mighty achievement from the ‘new weird’ author
Twenty years in the writing, this paranormal epic of cold war espionage and family tragedy is a quantum leap in terms of ambition and moral seriousnessChina Miéville’s epic new novel is presented as being “20 years in the making”. It is quite a testament to how extravagant – even Stakhanovite – his imagination is that during that period he also produced six novels (including The City & the City and The Book of Elsewhere, co-written with Keanu Reeves),…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
One in five black, Asian and minority ethnic NHS managers in England plan to quit amid racism, report finds
Health service faces exodus as almost four-fifths of BAME managers surveyed reported racism, exclusion and barriers to career progressionThe NHS in England is facing an exodus of minority ethnic managers who have suffered racism, exclusion and discrimination during their working lives, a report has found.Almost four-fifths of managers from black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds have experienced racism, exclusion and obstacles to progressing in their car…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Why unwanted fridges are piling up at recycling centres across England and Wales
Capacity has been overwhelmed by heatwaves that have pushed white goods to breaking point“In Oxfordshire, recycling centres are filling almost three articulated lorries with discarded fridges every week,” says Simon Perry of W&S Waste Management, which runs a recycling centre in Ardley.Together, those fridges would cover an area just under half the size of a football pitch. But the space to store them – in Oxfordshire and beyond – has become a growing pr…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Through the looking glass: female stereotypes examined – in pictures
Taking the women of the 1950s as her role models, Jo Ann Chaus shoots compelling self-portraits that exhibit both strength and vulnerability Continue reading...
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Sweden’s far right is down, but not yet out. Left and centre leaders must seize this opportunity | Cas Mudde
The danger is that other parties just channel the far right – and that will make them vulnerable. Better to fully commit to a progressive agendaAfter the previous Swedish general election, in 2022, the leaders of the two biggest Swedish parties made a risky decision. Jimmie Åkesson, the leader of the far-right Sweden Democrats (SD), chose to support the rightwing minority government of the Moderate party prime minister Ulf Kristersson, while Magdalena Andersson,…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Solo autumn walks for women in the UK and Europe: ‘it should be fun, not daunting’
Hiking alone in the countryside can be joyous, but for women it can sometimes feel unnerving. Here’s how to enjoy it safely, plus four stunning routes to walk soloI did my first solo hike during a sunny September, seven years ago. After a summer of feeding and ferrying four noisy teenagers (and their friends) around, I was exhausted. But despite being bone tired, I had barely moved. I yearned, above all, for time on my own, for the chance to walk without interrupt…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
The six Kent schools which have made the finals of the Independent Schools of the Year Awards
Six Kent schools are named finalists in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2026…
15 Sep 2026, 2:00 am
Theeeeey’re Baaaaack!
Did you miss them? After a four-year hiatus, the weird and unemployed activists of Extinction Rebellion have returned to London's streets to resume their crazed campaign of climate-inspired chaos, says Ben Pile. The post Theeeeey’re Baaaaack! appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.
15 Sep 2026, 1:59 am
US confirms space weapon deployed into Earth's orbit for first time amid Russia and China threat
The US has confirmed it has deployed a space weapon into Earth's orbit for the first time amid threats from Russia and China. US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said the "on orbit" weapon was needed to protect US forces.He also said the US was ready for "evolving threats", but did not elaborate on the weapon's capabilities or when it was put into orbit.Senior military leaders have previously alleged Russia has an anti-satellite nuclear weapon, capable of attacking ot…
15 Sep 2026, 1:58 am
University students launch ‘student list’ to shake up Serbia’s elections
Serbia’s university students formally entered the election race on Monday, 14 September, challenging President Aleksandar Vučić and his ruling party ahead of the 25 October early parliamentary vote.
15 Sep 2026, 1:58 am
Mitch McConnell Spent Ninety-Two Days Out of Sight, and No Rule in Washington Could Make Him Say Why
Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate on Monday in a wheelchair, thinner than before and speaking more slowly. The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican had not appeared in public for 92 days. His office waited nearly a month before saying he had fallen at home and later developed mild pneumonia. Nothing in Washington required it to disclose even that. Related Articles Mitch McConnell Health Status: Senator Expected Back in Washington on 14 Sept. Following Hospital StayM…
15 Sep 2026, 1:55 am
Leeds United defeat Newcastle 4-1 to go third in Premier League
Goals from in-form forward Calvert-Lewin, Okafor and Bogle boost Leeds' standing in the league table.
15 Sep 2026, 1:52 am
September 11 and the End of the American DreamThe Day That Changed Everything
By Roberto SavioSep 15 2026 (IPS) On 11 September 2001 I was in New York, on one of my frequent visits to the United Nations, to which I was tied by a consultancy contract. That morning I woke up late, around eleven, sleeping off the jet lag of the flight from Italy. I was staying at the Hyatt Park, today the Millennium. A hotel a few metres from the Glass Palace, built to serve the world of the United Nations. Roberto SavioWhen I came down to the lobby, I was take…
15 Sep 2026, 1:51 am
US 10-year Treasury yield breaches 5% as global bond sell-off deepens
The benchmark 10-year US Treasury yield briefly touched 5.011% on Monday, its highest level since October 2023, before retreating.
15 Sep 2026, 1:48 am
'I Don't Need 10 Shows From Ed': Macklemore Opens Up on Sheeran Tour Fallout
Macklemore has spoken out about his removal from the remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's US Loop Tour, saying in a lengthy Instagram post that two stadium appearances were enough for him to deliver his message supporting Palestine. Related Articles Macklemore Says 'Taking Side Can Cost You' After Ed Sheeran Removes Him From 'Loop Tour'Pop Singer Pink Breaks Silence on Macklemore Backlash and Tells Her Fans 'A Meme Isn't a Spine'Macklemore Reacts to Ed Sheeran Tour Exi…
15 Sep 2026, 1:48 am
Emmy Awards Snubs and Surprises: ‘Hacks’ Comes Up Short; John Oliver Shut Out; Allison Janney Scores Unexpected ‘Diplomat’ Win
Elsewhere, the star-studded second installment of 'Beef' failed to win in the major limited series categories after dominating in season one, with 'Love Story and 'All Her Fault' also missing out on major awards.
15 Sep 2026, 1:47 am
Internet shutdown crosses 100 days in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Mobile data, broadband services suspended in the territory since protests calling for electoral reform in June.
15 Sep 2026, 1:46 am
How to save millions of lives as humanitarian funding falls? Taxing the rich
Putting a 3% tax on billionaires' wealth could save up to 29.5 million lives among the most vulnerable populations by 2030, according to new research published in The Lancet, as traditional sources of humanitarian and development funding face an unprecedented squeeze.
15 Sep 2026, 1:46 am
175 years of university architecture reflects Australian history. We shouldn’t let that history be lost
The John Medley Building at the University of Melbourne, opened in 1971. Cath Kaylor/The ConversationHalf a decade ago, Australian universities were thrust into an international experiment in online learning and working. Suddenly, bricks and mortar campuses seemed redundant. Today, campus spaces and buildings are being called on to rapidly adapt again. With a return to in-person teaching due to the impact of artificial intelligence on assessing learning, making our…
15 Sep 2026, 1:43 am
Hanson ‘regrets’ hurt caused by remark about ‘primitive’ First Nations people
Pauline Hanson has expressed “regret” for describing Australia’s Indigenous people as “the most primitive race on earth”, saying it “wasn’t my intention to hurt people”. Speaking after a barrage of criticism from across the political spectrum at her remarks, made on a podcast last year, she also said she was referring to First Nations people at the time of settlement, not at present. “If we go back at the time of settlement in Australia, they w…
15 Sep 2026, 1:42 am
Stephen Colbert's Late-Night Comeback Revealed After Cancelled CBS Show Pulls Off Stunning Emmy Victory
Stephen Colbert is heading back to late-night television just months after saying goodbye to his CBS audience, with his comeback arriving on the heels of a remarkable awards triumph for his cancelled show. Related Articles Donald Trump Blasts 'Loser' Jimmy Kimmel Over Markwayne Mullin 'Plumber' JabIs 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Ending in 2027? ABC Slams 'Inaccurate' Report Ahead of New Season PremiereJimmy Kimmel Exit Report Collides Head-On With ABC Denial While Trump and…
15 Sep 2026, 1:42 am
Mark Carney Courts $120 Trillion in Global Wealth as Trump Tries to Pull Investment Out of Canada
Mark Carney is courting some of the world's largest investors in Toronto as Canada seeks new capital and greater economic independence from the United States amid an escalating trade dispute with President Donald Trump. Related Articles Trump Tells Bombardier To Build in US or Stop Treating America Like a 'Piggybank'One Day After Friendly World Cup Meeting, Trump Slaps Canada With Shock 50% TariffsTrump Declares Canada 'Will Be Treated Like a State No Longer' as He…
15 Sep 2026, 1:34 am
ChatGPT-Using Lawyer Cited Its Fake Witnesses and Police Testimony in Court
Reuters reports: A defense lawyer appealing his client's murder conviction submitted a brief containing made-up police testimony and witnesses fabricated by OpenAI's ChatGPT, New Mexico's highest court said. The New Mexico Supreme Court on Wednesday fined the attorney, Stephen Aarons [for $5,000], and held him in contempt for failing to verify the accuracy of the court filing, which Aarons said he prepared with help from the AI program... and said they will refer…
15 Sep 2026, 1:31 am
US Supreme Court deals blow to Trump's attempts to restrict mail ballots ahead of midterm election
The decision allows states to continue sending out mail ballots under the same processes they’ve used for years and have accounted for nearly a third of votes cast.
15 Sep 2026, 1:31 am
The winners and nominees in full
Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.
15 Sep 2026, 1:30 am
Memorable moments and everything you couldn't see on TV
Backstage, the winners continued the celebrations off-screen and addressed some of the ceremony's most viral moments.