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Isar Aerospace raises €150mn to strengthen Europe’s launch capabilities
Europe’s best-funded space tech firm, Isar Aerospace, plans to strengthen the continent’s access to orbital satellites after raising…
Susan Darwin
I focus on highlighting the latest in news and politics. With a passion for bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront, I aim to share stories that inspire progress, critical thinking, and informed discussions on today's most pressing issues.
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Trump’s Iran-Israel ceasefire is holding. Why hopes for lasting peace are uncertain
The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran appeared to be holding on Wednesday after a rocky start, giving rise to cautious hope that…
Business
Sir Gareth Southgate: I don't miss managing England
Southgate became the fourth England manager in history to be knighted, after Sir Walter Winterbottom, Sir Alf Ramsey and Sir Bobby Robson.…
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The Download: Introducing the Power issue
Introducing: the Power issue Energy is power. Those who can produce it, especially lots of it, get to exert authority in all sorts of…
Business
Genesys wants agentic AI to make customer service less robotic
When Tony Bates became chairman and CEO of Genesys in 2019, the company was already a global leader in contact center software. But Bates…
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Council tax: Households owe billions ahead of bill rise
Kevin Peachey Cost of living correspondent Struggling households owe billions of pounds in unpaid council tax, but bills are expected to…
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Buckingham Palace confirms Trump state visit invitation
Daniela Relph Senior Royal Correspondent Donald Trump will make a full state visit to the UK later this year after King Charles and the US…
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Why Bernie Sanders’s real-time reaction to Iran bombing took over social media
Most politicians do their best not to let their faces betray what they’re thinking. Bernie Sanders isn’t most politicians—and the most…
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DJ Mustard just created Heinz’s first new mustard in a decade
For years, Heinz has consistently innovated in the ketchup space. There’s been jalapeño ketchup, chipotle ketchup, mayochup, and even…
Business
The Bank Secrecy Act is failing everyone. It’s time to rethink financial surveillance.
The US is on the brink of enacting rules for digital assets, with growing bipartisan momentum to modernize our financial system. But amid…
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IVF concierge clinics warning: 'I paid £15,000 then it went bust'
Emer Moreau Business reporter, BBC News IVF patients are being warned over unregulated "concierge clinics" after a popular one went bust…
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The AI Hype Index: AI-powered toys are coming
Separating AI reality from hyped-up fiction isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve created the AI Hype Index—a simple, at-a-glance summary of…
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‘DeGoogled’ Murena Fairphone 6 adds new repairable, privacy features
Ethics-focused phone makers Fairphone and Murena have unveiled their latest collaboration: the Murena Fairphone (Gen 6), a smartphone that…
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The value of ‘almost.’ Why near misses can make or break you
Whether we like it or not, we live in a world that is ruthlessly optimized to reward results. Nonetheless, failure is a part of everyone’s…
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3 things Rhiannon Williams is into right now
The last good Instagram account It’s a truth universally acknowledged that social media is a Bad Vibe. Thankfully, there is still one…
Culture
Adam Lallana: Former England and Southampton midfielder retires
Former England midfielder Adam Lallana has retired from playing at the age of 37. Lallana, who won 34 caps for his country, returned to…
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More Labour MPs join benefit revolt despite ministers' appeals
A growing number of Labour MPs are supporting a bid to block the government's planned welfare changes, despite ministers phoning…
Business
Jacky Jhaj: British man charged over mock Disneyland wedding to child had been investigated by BBC
Noel Titheradge Investigations Correspondent, BBC The British paedophile charged in connection with organising a "mock wedding" to a child…
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SpaceX showed us path to profit for quantum computing, says IQM
It is a common assumption that quantum computing is a long-term bet that may take at least a decade to turn a profit. But that’s not…
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England vs India first Test: Michael Vaughan praises incredible England win
Former England captain and BBC Sport pundit Michael Vaughan believes England "could be in for a special ride" following their incredible…
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A neighbour threatened dad with a knife - why won't the housing association act?
Tarah Welsh Housing correspondent Over the past year, Dilara's next-door neighbour has threatened her father with a knife and damaged…
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These are the top 10 emerging technologies of 2025, according to the World Economic Forum
Breakthroughs happen all the time in the tech world, but only a select few manage to make a lasting impact. Predicting which innovations…
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Zohran Mamdani stuns Andrew Cuomo in NYC mayor primary
Nada Tawfik BBC News Reporting from New York City Andrew Cuomo has conceded in the New York City mayoral Democratic primary to state…
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Heat pumps and EVs making progress, UK climate advisers say
Mark Poynting Climate reporter, BBC News More people are buying electric cars and installing heat pumps than ever before, but those…